From 1984 to 1992 and for a final season in 1997, Boomer Esiason was perhaps the Cincinnati Bengals’ most prolific quarterback. From 1993-1995, he tried his hand as the QB for the New York Jets at a time when the New England Patriots were also-rans and Dan Marino was aging as the Miami Dolphins’ quarterback. The 1996 season saw Esiason serve as the Arizona Cardinals’ QB.
While Esiason’s tenure in the NFL in the Big Apple and the Meadowlands was short, his run in New York as a sports talk host has been the stuff of legend. Audacy Inc. has now ensured that Boomer’s time on the nation’s first ever Sports Talk radio station will continue.
In fact, Boomer is now poised to spend more time on WFAN in morning drive than the late Don Imus.
With representation by Esiason of his long-time business partner, Steve Rosner of 16W Marketing, Audacy has signed a multi-year extension that will keep Esiason alongside Gregg “Gio” Giannotti from 6am-10am on WFAN-AM 660 and FM 101.9.
The deal will bring Esiason beyond 20 years in wake-ups at “The Fan,” something acknowledged by Audacy New York Market President Chris Oliviero.
“Boomer has become a true cornerstone in the long, storied history of WFAN. He was already the highest-rated morning show in the ‘FAN record books, and now, with this new extension, he will add longest-running to his accolades. And most excitedly, we are certain the best is still yet to come as Boomer begins this new chapter in his career by making a long-term commitment to the FAN, along with a creative vision for elevating the brand together to new heights.”
In prepared comments, Esiason said, “For the last 17 years, it has been an honor to be the voice that New York sports fans wake up to. I could not be more excited to continue delivering four hours of entertaining conversation at the most vibrant and storied sports radio station in the country, working alongside the morning crew. I would like to thank Audacy, Chris Oliviero, and, most importantly, our passionate listeners for the opportunity to continue on this incredible ride.”
It was in 2007 when Esiason joined WFAN as the co-host of “Boomer & Carton.” The “Boomer & Gio” program debuted in 2018.
Esiason also anchors the “Audacy Sports Minute” heard nationwide on the company’s sports brands and across the Infinity Sports Network. He also co-hosts “Kick-Off with Boomer & Valenti,” a nationally syndicated NFL preview program.
“Boomer & Gio” is also currently simulcast nationwide on The CBS Sports Network.
