Hip and the Lip cover the New York Giants’ loss to the Philadelphia Eagles.  Despite the loss, the Giants secure a playoff spot for the first time in five years.  Hip and the Lip discuss whether the Giants should rest any starters for its week 17 game against the Washington Redskins.  The Hip questions a reporter’s “demand” that the New York Jets start Christian Hackenberg at quarterback.  The Lip criticizes the New York Knicks’ defensive play.   The Lip acknowledges some good play from the New York Islanders in defeating the divisional foe Washington Capitals.

Hipster Beer of the Week: Industrial Arts – State of the Art #54

Hip and the Lip recap the New York Giants’ win over the Detroit Lions and look forward to a potential playoff clinching game against the Philadelphia Eagles.  They gloss over the exciting New York Jets.  The Hip and the Lip exchange perspectives on the New York Knicks, and the Lip offers some choice words to NBA superstars who periodically sit out games for “rest” purposes.  The Lip of course has no shortage of words for the struggling New York Islanders and the upcoming bobblehead giveaway.

Hipster Beer of the Week: The Alchemist – Focal Banger

Hip and the Lip recap the New York Giants’ exhilarating win over the Dallas Cowboys.  They then discuss Tony Romo whispers.  They cover the New York Jets, and most notably struggle to describe Christian Hackenberg.  The Lip takes shots at the poor defensive play of the New York Islanders.  They discuss whether Derrick Rose is the most important player for the New York Knicks this season.  RIP, Craig Sager.

Hipster Beer of the Week: Kings County Brewers Collective – Dangerous Precedent

The Hip shares his riveting experience at MetLife Stadium as he witnessed the New York Jets host the Indianapolis Colts.  The Lip then breaks down the New York Giants’ loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers and the treacherous schedule to conclude the regular season.  The Hip and Lip then cover the New York Islanders’ victory against the New York Rangers.

Hipster Beer of the Week – Other Half / Monkish – Blowin’ Up the Spot