Don, Hahn & Rosenberg Podcast — Hour 1: #Free20

Date: October 15, 2025
Hosts: Don La Greca, Alan Hahn, Peter Rosenberg
Network: ESPN New York
Hour 1 Topic: #Free20, New York sports drama, NFL running backs, and plenty of banter

Episode Overview

The trio of Don La Greca, Alan Hahn, and Peter Rosenberg dive into some of the biggest current New York sports storylines, with a focus on NFL running backs, particularly the “#Free20” situation around Jets’ Breece Hall. They weigh in on trade deadline rumors, frustrations of star players on losing teams, and what the Giants and Jets should do next at their respective crossroads.

The hosts mix in their signature irreverent banter, sharing personal stories, opinions on sports priorities, and even tangents like the hierarchy of famous “dog dogs” in pop culture and the mysteries of office bathroom etiquette.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. New York Rangers' Scoring Drought and Injuries

[01:07] - [02:34]:

• Don shares being put “in a tough spot” by Michael, asked to explain why the Rangers haven’t scored a home goal in three straight games—an unprecedented slump even for a 100-year-old franchise.
  • “I can't explain to you why a team doesn't score a goal in three straight home games. First time in franchise history. They're 100 years old.” (Don, 01:11)
• The hosts joke about being expected to offer answers for inexplicable performances and note injury issues—Trocheck on IR, goalie concerns—but promise to revisit in detail later.

2. New York Giants & Jets – Trade Deadline Buzz

[02:34] - [04:00]:

• Alan and Don discuss the Giants restructuring contracts and possibly trading for a WR to help rookie QB Jackson Dart; edge rusher Thibodeau could also be on the move.
• For the Jets, the topic is back-to-back home games and the loss of top offensive player Garrett Wilson. This pivots quickly to Breece Hall and the brewing #Free20 saga.

3. Decoding #Free20: What Does Breece Hall Want?

[04:00] - [05:53]:

• Don asks: “What does free 20 mean? Get me the hell out of here or get me the damn ball?” (Don, 04:44)
• The hosts parse Hall’s recent post: “They want me to lay down, but I got something to stand for, hashtag free20.”
• Consensus: The hashtag expresses frustration on two fronts—wanting more touches or wanting out if not used properly.

Notable Quotes

• “You're a sex star filth bag.” (Don to Rosenberg, 04:17) — a comic moment that becomes a running joke.

4. Running Back Value, Trade Rumors, & NFL Realities

[05:53] - [19:56]:

• In-depth debate on Breece Hall’s role, contract status, and the business side of NFL running backs:
  • Hall knows he’s not “their guy”; the Jets already drafted possible replacements.
  • “The Jets going nowhere this season can get something of value for him...” (Alan, 07:43)
  • Speculation on teams like Chargers or Chiefs adding Hall as a “mercenary” playoff piece.
• Honest assessment of the grim RB market:
  • “Unless you literally have a Derrick Henry...every other running back, if you’re not ready and they’re valuable, that’s a piece you get rid of.” (Rosenberg, 09:37)
• Discussion of how not giving Hall touches/extension signals his time in NY is almost done.
  • “This guy’s gonna lose money if you don’t trade him.” (Alan, 11:05)
• Analogy with Giants and Saquon Barkley—teams prioritizing other positions over the devalued RB spot.
• If traded, Hall may need to show off elsewhere to get paid (“get the Jets stink off”).

Memorable Quotes

• “You want that memory of the player...he’s in powder blue running through the Chiefs in the playoffs or something like that.” (Alan, 17:54)
• “You want to get the Jets stink off.” (Alan, 18:34)

5. The “Dog Dog” Debate & Comic Relief

[21:11] - [24:28]:

• The hosts digress hilariously into ranking the most “dog” dogs (characters who were both dogs and had grit, loyalty or staying power):
  • Old Yeller, Rocky (the dog), Snoopy (“He’s got that dog in him” (Don, 22:29)), Marley (not “dog enough”).
  • Even Woodstock the bird and its connections to the Woodstock festival.
• Jokes fly about Snoopy’s resilience, the mystery of Woodstock’s name, and required cultural knowledge for younger generations.

6. Social Plans, Jersey Retirements, and Event FOMO

[25:38] - [29:37]:

• Rosenberg seeks advice about attending the Art Monk Jersey retirement celebration in D.C. instead of visiting family, revealing insider info about other events and the value of “name drop attendance.”
  • “Do you think it’s worth me changing plans...?” (Peter, 25:38)
• Don is skeptical (“I believe this is a tad bit overrated of an event” (Don, 27:03)) until learning that prior events impressed, then changes his tune.

7. Office Bathroom Drama

[31:25] - [34:07]:

• Escalating silliness over the building’s closed men’s bathroom after someone flushed paper towels; discussion of using the women’s bathroom and the surprising luxury therein (“You could eat off the floor. There’s music playing.” (Don, 38:33)).

8. QB Hope & Jets Futility — Listener Calls

[40:30] - [44:54]:

• Caller Brian from Martinsville advocates for trying Brady Cook at QB, noting Jets fans’ lack of hope.
• The hosts compare this with past fleeting “hope” guys (like Mike White, Tommy DeVito), but stress undrafted free agents rarely provide lasting solutions; Tyrod Taylor-type vets are safer.
  • “He’s keeping it simple, stupid. Like he’s almost laughing at the fact that, like, ‘I can’t move, but I can be accurate.’” (Alan, 43:10)
  • “You’re not finding Tom Brady. That’s a once in a million years.” (Don, 43:57)

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• [04:17] Don to Rosenberg: “You're a sex star filth bag.”
• [11:05] Alan: “This guy’s gonna lose money if you don’t trade him...if you’re not signing this guy, you better get something for him before the trade deadline.”
• [17:54] Alan: “You want that memory of the player...he’s in powder blue running through the Chiefs in the playoffs...”
• [22:29] Don: “And Snoopy’s still with us. He’s got that dog in him.”
• [27:03] Don: “I believe this is a bit of a tad bit overrated of an event.”
• [38:33] Don: “You could eat off the floor. There’s music playing.”

Important Timestamps

• [01:07] – 02:34: Rangers’ scoring drought and injuries
• [02:34] – 04:00: Giants/Jets potential trade moves and setting up the “#Free20” discussion
• [04:00] – 05:53: Breece Hall’s hashtag + background/context
• [05:53] – 19:56: RB market realities, Hall’s trade value, and team priorities
• [21:11] – 24:28: Dog dog ranking interlude
• [25:38] – 29:37: Art Monk event & personal plans
• [31:25] – 34:07: Office bathroom banter
• [40:30] – 44:54: Jets’ QB woes and caller discussion

Tone & Language

• The episode maintains the trio’s familiar New York sports radio blend of candid analysis, wry humor, and cutthroat banter.
• Irreverent jokes about being a “filth bag,” dog metaphors, and restroom complaints are mixed with sharp sports takes—a signature DHR mix.

Summary

For fans tuning into the pressures facing New York’s NFL teams, this hour delivers expert-level chat on where the Jets and Giants stand heading into a pivotal mid-season moment, particularly if/when they will pull the trigger on trades (especially involving star RBs). The hosts capture the delicate balance between player priorities, business realities, and fan expectations in a city obsessed with winning—peppered with plenty of laughs and sidetracks along the way. If you want to understand the mood of New York sports and the state of modern football, all with snappy wit, this hour is essential listening.