Last Wednesday, TALKERS published a report by The Athletic columnist Andrew Marchand that Craig Carton had negotiated a deal to return to the air at Audacy sports talker WFAN, New York. Now, Audacy confirms that with the announcement that Carton will indeed be back hosting afternoon drive beginning January 5. Carton left his role with WFAN in June of 2023 to focus on his morning show at FS1, however his FS1 show was cancelled this summer. Carton will host the show with WFAN personality Chris McMonigle. Audacy New York market president and chief business officer Chris Oliviero says, “Craig Carton’s return reaffirms WFAN’s position as New York’s premier sports destination for big personalities, compelling conversation, and highly engaging content that is difficult to ignore. Our 2026 lineup has familiar marquee voices all day and all night, guaranteeing that whenever you tune into ‘The Fan,’ you will be smack dab in the middle of the New York sports culture.” Carton states, “WFAN has always been home to me. Having the opportunity to return and rejoin the best sports talk station in the world is an opportunity I am eagerly looking forward to and beyond excited for.” Carton’s return bumps current afternoon team Evan Roberts and Tiki Barber to middays and current hosts Brandon Tierney and Sal Licata will exit. Additionally, “Evan and Tiki” executive producer Tommy Lugauer will host a new evening show titled, “After Hours.”