After Frank talks with Boomer Esiason, and talks to Garrett, Garrett says he's more of a Phil Simms fan. In real life, Phil Simms and Boomer Esiason are analysts for the NFL on CBS, the network which broadcasts Blue Bloods.
Eric Laneuville, who plays Marcus Greene, also directed this episode.
Lots of times on these shows, the cops get out of the car and leave the doors open. Really stupid.