Career Timeline of Boomer Esiason: Major Achievements and Milestones
How Boomer Esiason built a successful career. Explore key moments that defined the journey.
Boomer Esiason is a former NFL quarterback known primarily for his time with the Cincinnati Bengals. Drafted in the second round in 1984, he played 14 seasons, also spending time with the New York Jets and Arizona Cardinals. Esiason played college football at the University of Maryland before turning pro.
1993: Boomer Esiason Foundation Formation
In 1993, the Boomer Esiason Foundation (BEF) was formed after Esiason's son, Gunnar, was diagnosed with Cystic Fibrosis.
April 2007: Esiason's Try-Out and Permanent Host Announcement
In April 2007, CBS Radio gave Esiason a one-week "try-out" as Don Imus' replacement on WFAN. He was announced as the permanent host on August 13, with Craig Carton as co-host.
September 4, 2007: Boomer and Carton Debut on WFAN
On September 4, 2007, Boomer Esiason and Craig Carton officially started as hosts of the "Boomer and Carton" radio show on WFAN.
2010: Boomer and Carton on MSG Network
From 2010 to 2013, the "Boomer and Carton" radio program was seen on the MSG Network.
March 8, 2013: Esiason and Carton Broadcast Brooklyn Nets Game
On March 8, 2013, Esiason and Craig Carton worked the radio broadcast of a Brooklyn Nets basketball game.
January 2014: Boomer and Carton Simulcast on CBS Sports Network
Since January 2014, The Boomer and Carton radio program had been simulcast on the CBS Sports Network.
September 2017: Craig Carton's Arrest and Resignation
In September 2017, Craig Carton was arrested and charged with operating a concert ticket Ponzi scheme. Carton then resigned from WFAN.
January 2, 2018: Giannotti Joins Esiason as Co-Host
On January 2, 2018, Gregg Giannotti joined Boomer Esiason as permanent co-host, and the show was renamed "Boomer and Gio".
2018: BEF Scholarship Awards
In 2018, the Boomer Esiason Foundation awarded over $400,000 in scholarships to almost 100 students.
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