The Rich Eisen Show: Recent Episodes
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The Rich Eisen Show mixes sports analysis with pop culture, humor and interviews. The show attracts the most recognizable names including Tom Brady, Matt Damon, Jodie Foster, Matthew McConaughey, Regina King, Aaron Rodgers and Morgan Freeman. Now in its sixth year, the Emmy-nominated show originates out of Los Angeles, airing weekdays Noon-3pm ET/9am-Noon PT on SiriusXM and NBC Sports on Peacock TV. As Eisen said, “After all these years of seeing TV add ten pounds, I’m hoping phones and tablets will only add five.” And make sure you check out Rich's other podcast: Just Getting Started with Rich Eisen.
ESPN’s Robert Griffin III tells Rich why Deion Sanders has been great for college football on and off the field, if Colorado QB Shedeur Sanders has a legitimate NFL future, if Aaron Rodgers will retire or attempt a comeback from his torn Achilles tendon, why Zach Wilson as the starting quarterback gives the Jets the best chance to win, what Josh Allen must do (and must stop doing) to get his game back on track, and why he has serious concerns about Joe Burrow’s longevity. Rich and the guys react to the latest news on the Travis Kelce injury front and to rumors that the Chiefs All-Pro TE might be dating Taylor Swift. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Pro Football Hall of Famer/ESPN NFL analyst Randy Moss tells Rich that Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones actually apologized to him for not selecting him in the NFL Draft, what makes Tyreek Hill and Justin Jefferson the best WRs in the NFL, why he’s sticking with his Jets Super Bowl prediction despite Aaron Rodgers’ season-ending Achilles injury, if he could still go up and ‘Moss’ some unfortunate DB in and NFL game, and why Tom Brady to the Jets is not so far-fetched an idea. FOX Sports/The Athletic’s CFB Insider Bruce Feldman joins Rich in-studio to discuss the Deion Sanders phenomenon that has consumed college football, how Coach Prime’s Colorado Buffaloes will fare when they face tougher teams like Oregon and USC in the coming weeks, if the Texas Longhorns are a legit national title contender after beating Alabama in Tuscaloosa, if Mel Tucker has coached his last game at Michigan State, and why the SEC is trending down while the Pac-12 is trending up this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jets fan Rich reacts to New York Head Coach Robert Saleh affirming that the team is handing the reins over to Zach Wilson instead of bringing in a veteran to be their QB1 in the wake of Aaron Rodgers’ season-ending Achilles injury. Rich explains the two silver linings in the dark cloud that is the Aaron Rodgers injury with a spirited message for a certain bar in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Rich reveals his latest NFL Power Rankings after an eventful Week 1. Cowboys fan TJ Jefferson takes a Mulligan on his original ‘Win-Loss Game’ that had Dallas going 11-6 this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
After Aaron Rodgers’ season ended after 4 plays as a New York Jet, what now for the 4-time NFL MVP? Heisman Trophy Winner and Pro Football Hall of Famer Charles Woodson joins the premiere of What the Football with Suzy Shuster and Amy Trask and gives his thoughts on what could be next for his friend and former teammate. Plus, the Cowboys big shutout against the Giants, the Rams upsetting the Seahawks in Seattle, and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Packers OT David Bakhtiari and Rich discuss former teammate Aaron Rodgers’ season-ending Achilles tear, why the NFL should ban artificial turf in all stadiums and use natural grass instead, Jordan Love’s impressive debut as Green Bay’s new QB1, and why he’s thrilled with the dramatic culture chance Deion Sanders has brought to his alma mater Colorado. NFL Network analyst Daniel Jeremiah and Rich discuss which QB’s the Jets should pursue (Stafford? Dalton? Jameis?) in the wake of Aaron Rodgers’ season-ending Achilles injury, if former #2 overall pick Zach Wilson can step up to the challenge and live up to his vast potential, what make’s the Miami Dolphins’ explosive offense so dangerous, and if a call to Tom Brady is coming from the NYC area code soon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The MMQB’s Albert Breer tells Rich why the Jets are more likely to sign a veteran backup for Zach Wilson than to acquire a new starting QB, if the NFL will ever mandate natural grass only in all stadiums, if Chris Jones’ Chiefs holdout will actually cost him more money that it was worth, and if the Steelers, Seahawks or Giants should be more panicked after their Week 1 losses. Rich tells a fellow Jets fan caller why Nick Foles would be a far better option to sign than Carson Wentz, and says why Bills fans shouldn’t be too concerned about Josh Allen after his 4-turnover debacle against the Jets on Monday Night Football. Rich lists his top NFL Week 1 performances. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jets fan Rich recounts his team’s long history of bad luck with the latest being the season-ending Achilles injury to Aaron Rodgers, and makes a plea for GM Joe Douglas to lob a call into Tom Brady. ESPN’s Scott Van Pelt tells Rich what it was like to witness Rodgers’ injury in-person, how much blame should go to the controversial artificial turf at MetLife Stadium, and weighs in on Josh Allen’s 4-turnover game in the Bills’ overtime loss on Monday Night Football. Rich weighs in on what it will take mentally for Aaron Rodgers to return to the Jets next season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
A weekly staple on ‘The Rich Eisen Show’ since 2018, ‘Overreaction Monday’ is now also an extended podcast with Rich and Chris Brockman debating the latest in the NFL and other trending sports topics. Today’s rundown: 3:00 Brock Purdy is a top 5 NFL QB 5:00 Browns are the class of the AFC North 7:45 Jordan Love will lead Packers to an NFC North crown 09:50 Patriots’ OC Bill O’Brien has fixed Mac Jones 11:20 Tyreek Hill is a 1st-ballot hall of famer 14:45 Time to jump off the Steelers bandwagon 16:30 The New York Giants should already be in panic mode 19:10 Two NFC South teams will make the playoffs 20:45 49ers/Cowboys are destined to meet in NFC title game 22:50 Matthew Stafford will lead the Rams back to the playoffs 26:00 NFL Week 2 predictions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich and the guys react to LeBron James’ making his intentions know to return to Team USA for the 2024 Paris Olympics. Rich lists his top pleasant surprises from the NFL’s Week 1 including the Rams, Cardinals, Tua Tagovailoa, Baker Mayfield, 49ers WR Brandon Aiyuk, and the Dallas Cowboys, weighs in on the Browns’ season outlook with Myles Garrett leading a stout defense, explains why the rest of the NFL should fear the Miami Dolphins’ offense led by a healthy Tua Tagovailoa, and reacts to the very first Bill Belichick press conference moment of the new NFL season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich and the guys discuss which NFL fanbases (Rams, Packers, Colts?) should feel good about their teams’ Week 1 showings, and if Broncos fans should be worried after their season opening loss to the Las Vegas Raiders. In ‘Overreaction Monday’ Rich weighs in on the sloppy NFL Week 1 play, the Dallas Cowboys, Miami Dolphins, the Rams’ drubbing of the Seahawks, Deion Sanders and the Colorado Buffaloes stampeding the Nebraska Cornhuskers and more! Rich offers up a mea culpa for picking the Bears to beat the Green Bay Packers in Week 1 and urges Chicago to trade for disgruntled Colts RB Jonathan Taylor. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich recaps the Dallas Cowboys’ 40-0 shutout of their NFC East rival New York Giants on Sunday Night Football, and weighs in on what to make of the Steelers laying an egg at home in their Week 1 game against Brock Purdy and the 49ers. ‘Green Light’ podcast host/2-time Super Bowl champion Chris Long tells Rich discuss why the Steelers can still win the AFC North despite looking “unprepared” against the 49ers in Week 1, his takeaways from the Eagles holding off a late rally from Mac Jones and the Patriots, discusses the Rams’ shocking road win over the Seattle Seahawks, if anyone can stop the Miami Dolphins’ offense, Jordan Love’s bright future with the Packers, the Cowboys 40-0 whitewash of the Giants, and if Ja’Marr Chase was wise in throwing gasoline on the fire of the Bengals-Browns rivalry. Rich reacts to Deion Sanders and the Colorado Buffaloes improving to 2-0 and what Coach Prime’s early success in Boulder means for college football as a whole. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich reacts to Trey Lance’s first press conference as a member of the Dallas Cowboys, and says how the 2021 NFL Draft would play out if happened to today with much different results for the likes of Justin Fields, Micah Parsons, and Ja’Marr Chase, but not so much for Trevor Lawrence. Director Antoine Fuqua joins Rich in-studio to discuss his new film ‘The Equalizer 3’ starring Denzel Washington, how he landed Denzel, Ethan Hawke, Snoop Dogg, Dr. Dre and Terry Crews for roles in ‘Training Day,’ how Washington put his unique stamp on his ‘Training Day’ role, his Pittsburgh Steelers fandom and more. Rich and the guys reveal their predictions for how the AFC North will shake out this year among the Pittsburgh Steelers, Baltimore Ravens, Cincinnati Bengals, and Cleveland Browns. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
FOX Sports/The Athletic’s Bruce Feldman and Rich discuss what to expect out of the Colorado Buffaloes in their first season with new head coach Deion Sanders, which players will compete with USC QB Caleb Williams for the Heisman Trophy this season, why Florida State could be a sleeper team to watch this season, if this could be the year Jim Harbaugh wins a national championship at Michigan, and more. Ravens WR Odell Beckham Jr. tells Rich what it was like missing an entire season of football after tearing his ACL in the Super Bowl with the Rams, why he chose to sign with the Baltimore Ravens, his connection with former NFL MVP Lamar Jackson, how LeBron James has helped him mature as a person, and which WRs are the best in the NFL. Longtime caller Cathi in Philly calls in to troll Rich’s Staten Island roots, and the guys react to the Indianapolis Colts asking for Jaylen Waddle in a potential trade for Jonathan Taylor. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich reacts to Bill Belichick and the Patriots cutting backup QBs Bailey Zappe and Malik Cunningham, leaving Mac Jones as the only quarterback on New England’s roster, and weighs in on the Indianapolis Colts putting disgruntled RB Jonathan Taylor on the PUP list meaning he’ll miss the first 4 games of the NFL season. NFL Insider Tom Pelissero and Rich discuss Belichick cutting both of this backup QBs, the latest on the Indianapolis Colts’ Jonathan Taylor situation and which teams could pull off a trade for the running back, and how Trey Lance wound up on the Dallas Cowboys after being beaten out to be Brock Purdy’s backup by Sam Darnold. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich lists the top performers from the NFL’s final preseason weekend including the Jets’ Aaron Rogers, Steelers QB Kenny Pickett, a tough luck Cowboys QB and a Bears longshot that paid off big time. Jets fan Rich reacts (poorly) to a Milwaukee bar offering to pay patrons’ tabs on days when Aaron Rodgers and New York loses. Rich and the guys reveal who will come out on top in the NFC North this season among the Minnesota Vikings, Chicago Bears, Green Bay Packers and Detroit Lions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The 2023 Little League World Series champions from El Segundo join Rich in-studio to discuss their newfound fame after a thrilling walk-off win over Curacao in the title game. Rich breaks down how the 49ers are able to move on without much of a hitch after whiffing on their Trey Lance NFL Draft gambit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich weighs in on the Cardinals QB situation and if new head coach Jonathan Gannon would be better off starting rookie Clayton Tune or newly acquired Joshua Dobbs for the injured Kyler Murray. Eagles All-Pro LB Haason Reddick and Rich discuss the team’s mindset heading into the 2023 season after falling just short in the Super Bowl against Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs, what young former Georgia Bulldog players like Jalen Carter, Jordan Davis and Nakobe Dean bring to Philly’s defense, the big chip in Jalen Hurts’ shoulder, and why he can’t wait for the 49ers rematch in December. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich and the guys debate if they prefer having a conversation while standing or sitting. Rich weighs in on the 49ers giving up on Trey Lance after trading up to select the QB 3rd overall in the 2021 NFL Draft, and reacts to Aaron Rodgers’ impressive performance for the New York Jets in his first on-field game action this preseason. The guys reveal their predictions on how the NFC South will play out this season, and debate if the Arizona Cardinals releasing Colt McCoy is the first indication that they’re tanking for USC quarterback Caleb Williams. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Steelers Head Coach Mike Tomlin and Rich discuss watching his former player Ronde Barber’s induction into the Pro Football Hall of Fame, the growth of 2nd-year QB Kenny Pickett, his expectations for WR George Pickens and rookie TE Darnell Washington, TJ Watt’s Hall of Fame path, the team’s 2023 mindset and more. In ‘Overreaction Monday’ Rich weighs in on Jets WR Garrett Wilson, NFL rookie quarterbacks, Trey Lance, Kyle Shanahan, Josh Jacobs and the Raiders, Dak Prescott, Baker Mayfield and more. A Buffalo fan calls in to play the “Win/Loss” game and might find himself excommunicated from Bills Mafia after his dire predictions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich weighs in on the shocking trade where the San Francisco 49ers cut ties with former #3 overall draft pick Trey Lance by shipping him to the Dallas Cowboys. ESPN NFL Analyst Dan Orlovsky and Rich discuss the 49ers trading Trey Lance to the Dallas Cowboys and how muck 49ers HC Kyle Shanahan is too blame for Lance’s lack of development since being drafted 3rd overall in 2021, why the Cowboys were “super stupid” in handling the trade internally, if Aaron Rodgers makes the Jets legit title contenders, what improvement to expect from Jacksonville Jaguars QB Trevor Lawrence in his 3rd year, why the Colts should pay disgruntled RB Jonathan Taylor, his Super Bowl predictions, and why NFL teams are already salivating over USC’s Heisman-winning QB Caleb Williams. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Athletic’s Senior Writer Mark Kaboly and Rich discuss how Steelers QB Kenny Pickett looks like a star in the making, the growth of WR George Pickens, veteran WR Allen Robinson’s trade from the Rams, expectations for mammoth rookie TE Darnell Washington, and the chances Mike Tomlin can lead Pittsburgh back to the Super Bowl in the next two seasons. Rich and the gang react to actor/comedian Kevin Hart ending up in a wheelchair after attempting a 40-yard dash race, and what the return of Jamal Adams means for the Seahawks’ 2023 outlook. TJ reveals his annual ‘College Football All-Name Team’ revealing the best names you’ll hear on the NCAA gridiron this fall. Rich reacts to Aaron Rodgers playing in the Jets’ preseason finale with some suggestions for the New York QB. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
ESPN’s Robert Griffin III and Rich discuss Sam Darnold winning the 49ers’ backup QB job over Trey Lance, if Commanders QB Sam Howell is the real deal, how Lamar Jackson will look in the Baltimore Ravens new-look offense, which rookie QB is poised to have the best season, Jonathan Taylor’s standoff with the Colts, and if a Chiefs vs Eagles Super Bowl rematch is likely. A caller from Minnesota plays the ‘Win-Loss’ game for the Vikings which leads to a TJ rant. In ‘What’s More Likely’ Rich weighs in on Jonathan Taylor, Trey Lance, Josh Allen, Justin Fields, Dak Prescott, Jimmy Garoppolo, Matthew Stafford, Russell Wilson, Aaron Rodgers, Travis Kelce, the Patriots, Titans, Packers, Browns, Seahawks, Giants and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich reacts to the Steelers’ 24-0 preseason rout of the Atlanta Falcons and explains why we should expect a huge leap from 2nd-year Pittsburgh QB Kenny Pickett this season. The Fantasy Footballers’ Jason Moore and Mike Wright join Rich in-studio to discuss where you should draft Colts RB Jonathan Taylor and Raiders holdout RB Josh Jacobs, if Vikings WR Justin Jefferson or 49ers RB Christian McCaffrey should go #1 overall in your fantasy draft, why they still love but are a slight bit leery about Chargers RB Austin Ekeler, if drafting Travis Kelce in the first round would be a mistake, if the 2nd round is too soon to select a QB (even Patrick Mahomes), and says which rookie WR is could put up the best numbers this season. Rich and his wife Suzy Shuster reveal how they choose who gets which side of the bed which leads to a classic Mike Del Tufo foot-in-mouth incident. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Athletic Packers Insider Matt Schneidman and Rich discuss Jordan Love’s chances to succeed as he takes over as Green Bay’s QB1, how Green Bay’s young receivers are meshing with Love after being harshly criticized by Aaron Rodgers last season, AND how Cheesehead fans are reacting to the new-look, happier Rodgers after his trade to the New York Jets. Jets fan Rich breaks down New York’s early-season schedule and takes some ribbing from his wife Suzy Shuster (a devout Patriots fan) for his sky-high Aaron Rodgers expectations, reacts to the flamboyant new mustache sported by the usually conservative Minnesota Vikings QB Kirk Cousins, and debates if it’s time to label Trey Lance a “bust” after the 3rd overall pick in the 2021 draft was demoted to the 49ers 3rd-string QB role. In honor of Kobe Bryant Day (8/24) Suzy Shuster shares here favorite memories of the late Lakers legend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Oregon State Head Football Coach Jonathan Smith and Rich discuss the sudden demise of the Pac-12 and if the once-proud conference can survive the defections of all but 4 teams, naming former Clemson 5-star recruit D.J. Uiagalelei the Beavers starting QB and shares his favorite story about his former OSU teammate Chad Johnson/Ochocinco. ESPN MLB Insider Jeff Passan and Rich discuss the underlying reasons for Shohei Ohtani’s latest elbow injury, how the UCL tear will impact his free agency appeal this winter, the chances Ohtani gives up pitching altogether, and what the Yankees can do to right the ship. Rich, Suzy and TJ offer up their predictions for how the NFC West will play out this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich reacts to the torn UCL suffered by Angels’ ace Shohei Ohtani that ended his season as a pitcher and could impact his impending free agency. NFL Insider Tom Pelissero and Rich discuss the NFL future of Trey Lance after being beaten out for the 49ers’ backup QB job by Sam Darnold, what Lance’s demotion says about Kyle Shanahan’s ability to evaluate and develop quarterbacks, and if Lance or disgruntled Colts RB Jonathan Taylor is more likely to be traded before Week 1. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
NFL Insider Ian Rapoport and Rich discuss the upcoming Roku Channel NFL Films ‘The Pick Is In’ documentary series, the chances the Indianapolis Colts will find a trade partner for disgruntled RB Jonathan Taylor, if the holdout of Kansas City Chiefs DT Chris Jones could last into the regular season, and more. Rich weighs in on the chances the Colts trade Taylor to the Buffalo Bills and what it would mean for the AFC East race this season, reacts to the latest developments in Chris Jones’ holdout, and predicts how the AFC West will shake out this season. Rich and the guys react to the 49ers naming Sam Darnold their backup quarterback over Trey Lance. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich reacts to Roku’s upcoming NFL Films series ‘The Pick Is In’ that goes behind the scenes at the NFL Draft that includes the Dallas Cowboys drafting RB Deuce Vaughn and the Houston Texans selecting edge rusher Will Anderson Jr. Texans DE Will Anderson Jr. and Rich discuss him going 3rd overall in the 2023 NFL Draft, if Nick Saban’s practices at Alabama were tougher, his trust in Houston’s rookie QB C.J. Stroud, the team’s chances to compete for AFC South bragging rights, and what it will be like tackling Lamar Jackson when he faces the Baltimore Ravens in Week 1. Rich and the guys break down the Houston Texans 2023 season schedule and weigh in on Tua Tagovailoa’s response to ESPN NFL analyst Ryan Clark body shaming the Miami Dolphins quarterback. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich breaks down which teams make the most sense to trade for disgruntled Colts RB Jonathan Taylor including the Dolphins, Rams, Bears, Cowboys, and Broncos. Hall of Fame QB Steve Young and Rich discuss how the 49ers depth chart could shake out with Brock Purdy, Trey Lance and Sam Darnold, if Darnold has a future in the NFL as a starting QB, what situation would allow Lance to develop into a starter, why he’s “bullish” on Green Bay Packers QB Jordan Love, and Aaron Rodgers embracing his role as a mentor with the Jets. Rich chides Rams season ticket holders Mike Del Tufo and Brockman for actually NOT attending very many Rams games at SoFi Stadium. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jets fan Rich panics over the thought of Aaron Rodgers getting injured in New York’s next preseason game and breaks down the Commanders win over the Ravens that included some stellar play from Sam Howell, an odd booth visit by new owner Josh Harris, and a Magic Johnson “Captain Obvious” tweet. Comedian/actor Dan Soder joins Rich in-studio to discuss how his friendship with Miami Dolphins Head Coach Mike McDaniel goes back to their childhood days in Colorado, does a game-by-game prediction for his beloved San Francisco 49ers season record, and tests his NFL quarterback trivia knowledge against Rich. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The MMQB’s Albert Breer and Rich discuss the worsening relationship between the Colts and Jonathan Taylor, if Indianapolis is expecting too much in a possible trade for the disgruntled RB, which teams could step up and make a deal with the Colts, and the chances Indy’s front office comes to its senses and works out a deal to bring the RB back into the fold. NBC Sports’ Fantasy Football expert Matthew Berry (aka “The Talented Mr. Roto) and Rich discuss Ezekiel Elliott’s and Dalvin Cook’s fantasy value this season, how Jonathan Taylor’s situation impacts his fantasy standing, how long to wait before drafting a quarterback, and when you should target Atlanta Falcons RB Bijan Robinson in your fantasy draft. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich reacts to the Indianapolis Colts letting disgruntled RB Jonathan Taylor see a trade after failing to come to terms on a long-term extension with the team. Rich ranks the top NFL Preseason Week 2 performances including Green Bay Packers QB Jordan Love, Atlanta Falcons RB Bijan Robinson, Commanders QB Sam Howell, Raiders QB Aidan O’Connell, and Giants WR Jalin Hyatt, New York Giants. Rich and the guys react to Philadelphia 76ers guard James Harden being fined $100,000 for calling Sixers President Daryl Morey a liar. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich reacts to the latest developments in the 49ers QB competition between Brock Purdy, Sam Darnold and Trey Lance, and weighs in on New England Patriots Head Coach Bill Belichick revealing he’s a Taylor Swift ‘Swiftie’ fan. Actor/comedian Joe Lo Truglio joins Rich in-studio to talk New York Jets and Mets, and fantasy football with a surprise call with Paul Rudd. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
NBC Sports’ Peter King tells Rich why the Seattle Seahawks will be a “sneaky dangerous” team in the NFC this year, how the 49ers’ QB depth chart is shaking out, if the Colts and Jonathan Taylor can mend fences before Week 1, why he’s expecting big things from Russell Wilson and the Denver Broncos this year under new head coach Sean Payton, why the Atlanta Falcons could surprise a lot of people this season, and if Derek Carr can return to form with the New Orleans Saints. In ‘Overreaction Monday’ Rich weighs in on Seahawks rookie WR Jaxon Smith-Njigba, Denver Broncos RB Javonte Williams, the Pittsburgh Steelers, Falcons rookie RB Bijan Robinson, the Carolina Panthers’ season outlook, and more. Rich breaks down the 49ers’ latest preseason game and how the Niners’ QB depth chart could look come Week 1 vs the Pittsburgh Steelers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jets fan Rich weighs in on the New York Jets’ decision to start Aaron Rodgers in their next preseason game, and explains why there’s an excellent chance Jordan Love will be very good for the Green Bay Packers this season. FOX Sports’ NFL Analyst Greg Olsen and Rich discuss the Seahawks’ chances to repeat their 2022 success, if the young crop of NFC QB’s can ever match the talent level and productivity of their AFC counterparts, if Dak Prescott deserves all the criticism that’s heaped upon him, if the Seattle Seahawks or Detroit Lions can win NFC bragging rights over the Philadelphia Eagles or San Francisco 49ers, if Josh Allen and the Buffalo Bills can finally get past Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs or if Aaron Rodgers can lead the New York Jets to the Super Bowl this season. Rich and the guys break down the Seahawks’ chances to win the NFC this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Longtime viewer Al in Dallas calls in to play the ‘Win-Loss’ prediction game for his beloved New York Giants. In ‘What’s More Likely’ Rich weighs in on the Eagles, Lions, Vikings, Commanders, Falcons, Jaguars, Bills, Jets, Seahawks, Patriots, Steelers, Cowboys, Lionel Messi, Shohei Ohtani and more. UCLA Athletic Director Martin Jarmond joins Rich in-studio to discuss the downfall of the once proud Pac-12 Conference, why the Bruins bolted with USC to the Big Ten, how Oregon and Washington joining the Big Ten will impact the conference, if Cal and Stanford could also leave for the Big Ten, the Bruins’ 2023 football outlook, his favorite Chip Kelly story, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Athletic’s Vic Tafur tells Rich why he expects holdout RB Josh Jacobs to be back with the Raiders by Week 1, how Davante Adams fits in with Las Vegas’ long term plans, why the Derek Carr/Josh McDaniels marriage didn’t work out, what Jimmy Garoppolo brings to McDaniels’ offense, why Maxx Crosby and the Raiders’ defensive line gives Vegas reason for hope this season, and why former head coach Jon Gruden is out for blood in his lawsuit against the NFL. Rich and the guys preview the Raiders’ season and how their early-season schedule can make or break their year, react to the Washington Commanders naming 2nd-year QB Sam Howell their starting quarterback, and weigh in on the New York Giants’ 2023 season outlook. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich comments on the Browns and wonders just how good Deshaun Watson and Cleveland can be this season. Seahawks All-Pro WR Tyler Lockett and Rich discuss Bobby Wagner’s return to Seattle, if Geno Smith can replicate his surprising 2022 success, what rookie WR Jaxon Smith-Njigba brings to their offense, how DK Metcalf maintains his stellar physique while eating candy constantly, and more. Rich and the guys react to Jadeveon Clowney signing with the Baltimore Ravens and debate if former #1 overall NFL Draft pick’s career has been a letdown or not and take a call from a wild-eyed Broncos fan who predicts Denver will go 15-2 this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich weighs in on whether or not the heavy criticism of 49ers QB Trey Lance is fair or not, and offers up some advice for Mac Jones in what’s likely a make-or-break year for the New England Patriots quarterback. ESPN’s Don Van Natta and Rich discuss Dan Snyder’s sale of the Washington Commanders, why NFL owners are shaking in their boots about Jon Gruden’s lawsuit, if Patriots HC Bill Belichick is coaching for his job this season, and if there’s some collusion going on regarding the devaluation of NFL running backs’ contracts. Jets fan Rich reacts to Dalvin Cook’s first press conference with his new team. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Yankees fan Rich laments the Pinstripes’ latest loss that put them under .500 for the season and 14 games back of the Baltimore Orioles in the AL East. ‘Bussin’ with the Boys’ hosts Will Compton and Taylor Lewan join Rich in-studio to discuss why Rich refuses to come on their podcast despite repeated requests and them posting a photo of him on social media every day for well over a year, if their NFL playing days are over for good, if Aaron Rodgers makes the New York Jets legit contenders, why Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs could miss the playoffs, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich lists the top 2nd-year NFL players ready to make the biggest leap this season including 49rs QB Brock Purdy, Commanders WR Jahan Dotson, Lions DE Aidan Hutchinson, Patriots QB Bailey Zappe and others. Rich and the guys react to Joel Embiid wiping any mention of the Philadelphia 76ers from his social media bios and debate the Sixers’ options on what to do with the disgruntled James Harden who called Philly GM Daryl Morey a “liar” recently. Steelers WR George Pickens tells Rich what he’s doing to improve in his promising rookie season, how he’s bonding with QB Kenny Pickett, what he’s learning from Mike Tomlin, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich and the guys react to the latest “Salty Tua” sighting where the Dolphins QB had a pointed exchange with the Miami media. ‘Grassland’ actor Quincy Isaiah joins Rich in-studio where he explains why he’s cautiously optimistic about his beloved Lions this season and predicts Detroit’s game-by-game season results, says why he rooted for Shaq and the Lakers over his hometown Pistons in the 2004 NBA Finals, reveals that he actually played college football instead of basketball, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
NFL Network analyst Kurt Warner tells Rich what the most recent game tape reveals about 49ers QB Trey Lance and Packers QB Jordan Love, which young NFL quarterbacks his most excited to see on the field this season, if Aaron Rodgers can bounce back from a lackluster 2022 season and lead the Jets to the playoffs, if new Denver Broncos Head Coach Sean Payton can revive Russell Wilson’s career, and more. Jeff in Detroit calls in with a very important question: Which movies are on your Mount Rushmore of comedies? Rich lists the top 5 NFL quarterbacks under the most pressure to perform this season among Tua Tagovailoa, Russell Wilson, Jordan Love, Baker Mayfield, and Dak Prescott that’s met with a harsh rebuttal from Brockman for not including Aaron Rodgers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich comments on the number of new starting quarterbacks we’ll see for NFL teams in Week 1 including Indianapolis Colts rookie Anthony Richardson. NFL.com writer/’Around the NFL’ podcast host Dan Hanzus joins Rich in-studio to discuss the latest episode of ‘Hard Knocks,’ expectations for Aaron Rodgers and the New York Jets this season after the addition of Dalvin Cook, if Jets fans or Jets hates have a more realistic POV of the team’s chances to reach the Super Bowl, if the Josh Allen and the Buffalo Bills can get over the hump this season, why this could be the Dallas Cowboys and Cleveland Browns’ season to surprise many people around the NFL, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich lists the top NFL players with something to prove to doubters this season including Jalen Hurts, Derek Carr, Baker Mayfield, DeAndre Hopkins, Justin Fields and others. Chargers DL CJ Okoye tells Rich his incredible journey from Nigeria to the NFL including getting a sack of Rams QB Stetson Bennett this preseason in the first organized game of football he ever played in, says what his long-term goals are for sticking in the NFL and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich weighs in on Jerry Jones and the Cowboys’ reversing their stance on paying All-Pro G Zack Martin and offers up some advice to the Colts on how to deal with disgruntled RB Jonathan Taylor in the wake of Indy naming Anthony Richardson their Week 1 starter. Vikings All-Pro WR Justin Jefferson and Rich discuss his #2 player ranking as voted on by his NFL peers and why he thinks he can improve, his reaction to Dalvin Cook signing with the Jets, if he can reach 2,000 receiving yards this season, and his time at LSU when he, Joe Burrow and Ja’Marr Chase were all on the same team during the Tigers’ 2019 National Championship season. Rich and the guy's debate if Jefferson or Miami Dolphins WR Tyreek Hill has the better chance of reaching 2000 receiving yards this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jets fan Rich reacts to free agent RB Dalvin Cook signing with New York while fellow free agent RB Ezekiel Elliott inked a deal with the New England Patriots. NFL Insider Tom Pelissero tells Rich why Dalvin Cook signed with the New York Jets over the Broncos, Patriots and Dolphins, why it’s looking like Super Bowl or bust for the Jets after their big offseason swings with Aaron Rodgers and Dalvin, why Ezekiel Elliott chose to sign with Bill Belichick’s Pats, how Dalvin and Zeke’s contracts could impact Josh Jacobs’ Raiders holdout, how long Nick Bosa’s 49ers holdout could last, and why Joe Burrow’s next contract will likely reset the QB market like Justin Herbert’s Chargers deal did. Rich reacts to comedian Pat Monaghan’s spot-on impression of our esteemed host. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich ranks his top performances from the NFL’s first full weekend of preseason games including the story of Chargers Nigerian rookie DT C.J. Okoye who came up with a sack in the first game of organized football he’s played in his life. Packers Pro Bowl RB Aaron Jones and Rich discuss Jordan Love taking over Green Bay’s starting quarterback job from the departed Aaron Rodgers, the undervalued and underpaid running backs position in today’s NFL, why doubters shouldn’t sleep on the Pack this season, and more. Rich and the guys debate if the AFC North or NFC North will have more teams in the NFL playoffs this season. Rich comments on Damar Hamlin’s return to action this preseason for the Buffalo Bills after suffering a cardiac arrest event on the field last year, and reacts to yet another classic press conference moment from New England Patriots Head Coach Bill Belichick. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
NFL Network analyst and former Stanford Head Coach David Shaw and Rich discuss the sad demise of the Pac-12 Conference, the 49ers’ backup QB competition between Sam Darnold and Trey Lance, the Commanders’ Eric Bieniemy controversy, if he’s concerned about Denver Broncos QB Russell Wilson, and why he believes the Detroit Lions can go on a deep playoff run this season. Rich and the guys react to James Harden calling 76ers President Daryl Morey a “liar” after the team ended trade talks with the Clippers. In ‘Overreaction Monday’ Rich weighs in on the Dallas Cowboys’ running backs, Jordan Love, Justin Fields, Russell Wilson, Derek Carr, Zach Wilson, Trey Lance, Eagles rookie DT Jalen Carter and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich recaps the NFL’s first preseason weekend and says if the landscape has changed for all the free agent/holdout running backs like Ezekiel Elliott, Josh Jacobs and Dalvin Cook, and says why Anthony Richardson’s Colts debut illustrates why Indy needs to mend fences with disgruntled RB Jonathan Taylor. NBC Sports Bay Area’s 49ers Insider Matt Maiocco and Rich discuss how the Niners’ QB depth chart looks after San Francisco’s first pre-season game, if we’ll see Brock Purdy back in game action during the preseason, the chances the team would trade Trey Lance, what’s the sticking point on a contract extension with All-Pro DE Nick Bosa, and the Niners’ Philip Rivers Super Bowl backup plan. Rich breaks down the 49ers backup QB competition between Sam Darnold and Trey Lance. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
‘Good Morning Football’ co-host Jason McCourty and Rich discuss Bill Belichick’s job security with the New England Patriots, the Washington Commanders’ Eric Bieniemy controversy, reveals his top sleeper teams in the NFL this season, and says what the Packers can expect out of Jordan Love as he replaces Aaron Rodgers is the starting QB in Green Bay.
Chris Brockman weighs in on the Patriots’ pre-season opener vs the Houston Texans, and Rich previews the top storylines for the NFL’s remaining preseason games this weekend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
CNN host/bestselling author Jake Tapper and Rich discuss his new ‘All the Demons Are Here’ novel and reveals how Jimmy Kimmel convinced him to include Evel Knievel as a character, weighs in on Trea Turner’s billboards aimed at making nice with the infamously not nice Phillies fans, says if calling someone “solid” is a compliment or not, explains why ‘Die Hard’ is 100% a Christmas movie, and does a game-by-game prediction of the Philadelphia Eagles 2023 schedule.
Rich and the guy's debate if the ‘Stugots’ boat from ‘The Sopranos’ is worth the $300,000 asking price.
In ‘What’s More Likely’ Rich weighs in on NFL rookie quarterbacks C.J. Stroud, Anthony Richardson, and Bryce Young, Baker Mayfield, Vikings, Seahawks, Rams, Trevor Lawrence, Dak Prescott, Jalen Hurts, Lamar Jackson, Jared Goff, Daniel Jones and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich and the guys recap the NFL pre-season games between the Patriots and Texans that included some the referees working out some kinks and weighs in on the 49ers confirming that Philip Rivers was part of their QB contingency plans if they had beaten the Eagles in the NFC Championship Game to reach the Super Bowl.
The MMQB’ Albert Breer and Rich discuss C.J. Stroud’s less-than-impressive debut for the Houston Texans against Bill Belichick’s New England Patriots, what the Green Bay Packers are expecting out of Jordan Love as he takes the QB helm after the Aaron Rodgers trade, the timeline for Joe Burrow to return to the Cincinnati Bengals, how the 49ers’ QB depth chart will shake out, the Niner’s backup plan to sign Philip Rivers if they’d reach the Super Bowl last season, when we can expect free agent RBs like Ezekiel Elliott and Dalvin Cook to sign, and if some high-profile NFL holdouts could extend into the regular season.
Rich and the guys weigh in on Rory McIlroy’s top rope comments on Phil Mickelson’s Ryder Cup gambling allegations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich weighs in on the Yankees continued struggles and Shohei Ohtani’s continued greatness as the Angels cling to their shrinking playoff hopes.
Soap opera star Eric Braeden joins Rich in-studio to discuss the 50th anniversary of ‘The Young & the Restless,’ talks 007 James Bond, ‘Titanic’ and more in a round of ‘Celebrity True or False,’ and gives is his Victor Newman versions of famous sports press conferences including Terrell Owens’ crying “that’s my quarterback,” Rick Pitino’s “Larry Bird ain’t walkin’ through that door,” and Oklahoma State head football coach Mike Gundy’s “I’m a man!!! I’m 40!!!” rant.
Rich reacts to Brock Purdy’s first comments from 49ers’ training camp about his readiness for the upcoming NFL season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich and the guys weigh in on the Washington Commanders’ Eric Bieniemy controversy and debate if hard coaching is an effective method in today’s NFL.
Jaguars GM Trent Baalke and Rich discuss Jacksonville’s mindset heading into the 2023 season, what expectation he and Head Coach Doug Pederson have for QB Trevor Lawrence, this super high-tech urinals at the Jags’ facilities, the addition of WR Calvin Ridley and more.
Rich and the guys break down the Jaguars’ schedule and chances to improve on their playoff performance from a season ago. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich and the guys get pumped up for NFL pre-season games between the Texans and Patriots, and Vikings and Seahawks, and weigh in on allegations of Phil Mickelson betting $1 Billion over the course of 30 years.
NFL Network analyst Steve Mariucci and Rich discuss the 49ers’ QB competition between Brock Purdy, Trey Lance and Sam Darnold, if the Buffalo Bills or Kansas City Chiefs should be the favorite in the AFC, the Sean Payton/Nathaniel Hackett controversy, and what advice he’d give Commanders HC Ron Rivera after multiple Washington players complained about the intensity of new Offensive Coordinator Eric Bieniemy.
Rich weighs in the Colts QB depth chart and explains why rookie Anthony Richardson should be the team’s Week 1 starter over veteran Gardner Minshew. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Pro Football Hall of Famer Charles Woodson and Rich discuss his new bourbon being named the official whiskey of the Las Vegas Raiders, the Michigan Wolverines’ national championship hopes, why the Big Ten adding Washington and Oregon is a good thing, his thoughts on Raiders holdout RB Josh Jacobs, and former Green Bay Packers teammate Aaron Rodgers’ fresh start with the New York Jets. Wrexham AFC striker Paul Mullin joins Rich in-studio to discuss the controversial injury suffered in California in an exhibition vs Manchester United that left him unable to return to Wales for the team’s season opener, why he turned down team owner Rob McElhenney’s invitation to crash at his pad in Los Angeles while he recovers from a punctured lung, what it’s been like being a major part of the FX docu-series ‘Welcome to Wrexham,’ and the English Premier League hopes of Wrexham co-owners Ryan Reynolds and McElhenney. Rich and the guys weigh in on the latest press conference comments from Bengals Head Coach Zac Taylor and Steelers Head Coach Mike Tomlin. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich and the guy's debate if Kirk Cousins will be playing for the Minnesota Vikings in 2024 or in the NFC West for the Rams or 49ers.
Saints All-Pro S Tyrann Mathieu and Rich discuss his storied 11-year NFL career, what he’s learned from Hall of Fame CB Deion Sanders over the years, what former Raiders QB Derek Carr brings to New Orleans, what it’s like to tackle the Titans freight train of a running back Derrick Henry, and more.
Rich and Brockman debate if the Saints, Buccaneers, Falcons or Panthers should be the favorite to win the NFC South this season.
Rich reacts to Baltimore fans’ “Free Kevin Brown” protests in the wake of the team’s controversial suspension of the play-by-play announcer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jets fan Rich reacts to the premiere Aaron Rodgers-heavy episode of ‘Hard Knocks.’
Falcons QB Desmond Ridder tells Rich why he’s hell bent on proving his doubters wrong this season, his relationship with fellow Atlanta QB Taylor Heinicke, why rookie RB Bijan Robinson will be a star in the NFL and reveals what he’s learning from head coach Arthur Smith along with what he thinks of the HC’s new mustache.
Rich and the guy's debate if Arthur Smith’s new mustache qualifies him to be in a buddy cop movie. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich weighs in on the 49ers’ QB competition and Trey Lance’s cloudy future in San Francisco and reacts to Commanders new Offensive Coordinator Eric Bieniemy stirring things up in Washington’s training camp with his relentless intensity.
Recording artist Jason Derulo joins Rich in-studio to discuss his new ‘Sing Your Name Out Loud’ book, reveals that he began writing songs at the tender age of 8, reveals why he made a big mistake when he once tried to match Kobe Bryant shot-for-shot (in a bar and not on the basketball court), and explains why your compliments about his Miami Heat are probably not taken as compliments by the team’s fans.
Rich recaps his night at Angels Stadium with a tongue-in-cheek observation on the numerous Shohei Ohtani product plugs on the scoreboards throughout the game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich makes a semi-bold prediction about Dallas Cowboys LB Micah Parsons and weighs in on the Orioles suspension of play-by-play announcer Kevin Brown for pointing out that Baltimore stunk for many years before their AL East ascension this season.
Thursday Night Football analyst Andrew Whitworth and Rich discuss Cowboys All-Pro LB Micah Parson’s improvement and what he has in common with Rams DT Aaron Donald, why we shouldn’t sleep on the Washington Commanders in the NFC East, if the (don’t call them “rebuilding”) Rams can rebound from their disastrous Super Bowl hangover, when the Bengals can expect Joe Burrow to return from his calf injury, if Sean Payton can turn around Russell Wilson and the Denver Broncos, and if the 49ers or Seahawks should be the favorite to win the NFC West this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich weighs in on the Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ QB competition between Baker Mayfield and Kyle Trask.
Pro Football Talk’s Mike Florio and Rich discuss what happens to Baker Mayfield if he loses the Buccaneers’ QB battle to Kyle Trask, how the 49ers 3-man QB competition is likely to shake out, the latest in the Colts-Jonathan Taylor standoff, the timeline for Joe Burrow’s return to the Bengals following his calf injury, what to expect out of rookie quarterbacks Bryce Young, Anthony Richardson and C.J. Stroud, and which NFL holdouts (Josh Jacobs, Zack Martin, etal.) could last into the regular season.
Rich and the guy's debate if the Colts should pay or trade disgruntled RB Jonathan Taylor, and react to the Baltimore Orioles suspending play-by-play announcer Kevin Brown for some seemingly innocuous comments about the O’s past struggles vs their AL East rival Tampa Bay Rays. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
‘Hard Knocks’ executive producer Ken Rodgers and Rich discuss the Jets’ reluctance to be on the annual HBO behind-the-scenes series, says why we can expect a different Aaron Rodgers on the show, and his message to any NFL QBs who are considering being on season 2 of Netflix’s ‘Quarterback’ series. Rich weighs in on Baker Mayfield and the Buccaneers’ QB competition with Kyle Trask, Micah Parsons, the 49ers QB competition, the Patriots’ 2023 season outlook, Josh Jacobs and the Raiders, Joe Burrow and the Bengals and more. Rich and the guys react to Guardians 3B Jose Ramirez flooring White Sox SS Tim Anderson over the weekend, and in honor of the show adding an Austin, Texas radio affiliate TJ lists his all-time favorite “Austins” including Austin Powers, the $6Million Man Steve Austin, and “Stone Cold” Steve Austin. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
NFL Network analyst Daniel Jeremiah and tells Rich why the Colts should give into the demands of disgruntled RB Jonathan Taylor, if we could see rookie QB Anthony Richardson as Indianapolis’ Week 1 starter, why the Pittsburgh Steelers will be one of the most improved teams in the NFL this season, why the Philadelphia Eagles have the depth to repeat at NFC champions, why the Dallas Cowboys will be stout on defense but have question marks on the offensive side of the ball, what impact new offensive coordinator Kellen Moore will have on Justin Herbert in 2023, if Aaron Rodgers and the Jets will be legit contenders this season, and how Trey Lance could end up on the Atlanta Falcons if he becomes the odd man out in the 49ers’ QB room. Rich weighs in on Jonathan Taylor’s standoff with the Colts and has some advice for Indy GM Chris Ballard, and says how rivalries like Michigan vs Ohio State will be impacted by college football conference realignment. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Michigan alum Rich reacts to the latest shakeup in in the NCAA with the defections of Washington, Oregon, Arizona, Arizona State and Utah from the Pac-12 and what it means for the future of college football. ESPN’s Jay Bilas and Rich discuss how monetary priorities are driving conference realignment in college football and NCAA sports, if lower profile NCAA sports will be going away as university athletic departments reorganize priorities, and the chances college athletes ever unionize to receive a more equitable share of TV/media money Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Basketball Hall of Famer Jerry West joins guest host Suzy Shuster in-studio to discuss Victor Wembanyama, Nikola Jokic, Shaquille O’Neal, comparing NBA eras in terms of skill sets and salaries, and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Angels manager Phil Nevin and guest host Suzy Shuster discuss Shohei Ohtani’s singular greatness, when Mike Trout could return from injury, why he’s not in favor of an automated strike zone and more. CBS Sports’ Amy Trask joins Suzy in-studio to discuss the upcoming launch of their new ‘The Football Scoop’ podcast, the importance of running backs in today’s NFL, how the late cantankerous Raiders owner Al Davis would have reacted to his team being on ‘Hard Knocks,’ and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Guest host Suzy Shuster and the guys react to Arizona possibly leaving the Pac-12 and what it means for the conference’s future, and break down Jets vs Browns in the NFL’s Hall of Fame game that featured Aaron Rodgers taking over some of New York’s play calling. TJ lists his NFL wide receiver tiers heading into the 2023 fantasy football season, and everyone weighs in on Rodgers’ new mansion in New Jersey. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich reacts to the latest in Jonathan Taylor’s contact standoff with the Indianapolis Colts. In ‘What’s More Likely’ Rich weighs in on Ravens QB Lamar Jackson, Packers QB Jordan Love, Bears QB Justin Fields, Bills RB James Cook, Buccaneers RB Rachaad White, Saints WR Michael Thomas, Giants TE Darren Waller, Cowboys QB Dak Prescott, Jets QB Aaron Rodgers, and Jim Harbaugh’s future in coaching. New York Giants GM Joe Schoen and Rich discuss the team’s inability to reach a long-term deal with disgruntled RB Saquon Barkley, landing Pro Bowl TE Darren Waller in a trade with the Las Vegas Raiders, his expectations for speedy rookie WR Jalin Hyatt, his favorite Brian Daboll and Kayvon Thibodeaux stories, and more. Rich weighs in on the latest in the 49ers QB competition. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
University of Texas Head Football Coach Steve Sarkisian and Rich discuss ‘Horns QB Quinn Ewers cutting off his famous mullet, his plans for 5-star QB Arch Manning, facing Nick Saban’s Alabama Crimson Tide early in the season, why Bijan Robinson will be a star in the NFL, his favorite Matthew McConaughey story, and reveals why Reggie Bush wasn’t on the field during USC’s infamous 4th down play vs Texas in the 2006 Rose Bowl. Pro Football Hall of Famer Steve Hutchinson and Rich discuss the HOF’s induction weekend, what it was like to finally put on the iconic gold jacket in Canton, Ohio, how Tom Brady changed his fortunes from a part-time starter for the Michigan Wolverines to becoming a 7-time Super Bowl champion in the NFL, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jets fan Rich outlines his dream scenario in which Aaron Rodgers wins a Super Bowl or two and hands over the reins to a mature and ready-to-succeed Zach Wilson. FOX Sports’ Mark Schlereth and Rich discuss new Broncos head coach Sean Payton stirring things up with his harsh criticism of former Denver HC and current New York Jets OC Nathaniel Hackett, if Payton can revive Russell Wilson’s career after a disastrous 2022 season, why he has ZERO sympathy for “whining” NFL running backs disgruntled about their pay discrepancy, Joe Thomas’ Pro Football Hall of Fame induction and why former NFL head coach Mike Shanahan should also be enshrined in Canton, and more. Rich and the guys debate if Dallas Cowboys QB Dak Prescott deserves all the criticism that seems to be constantly heaped upon him. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich and the guys react to the official headshot from Washington Commanders QB Sam Howell that looks like he just rolled out of bed before the photo was taken, and debate if the New York Jets or Cleveland Browns have a better chance to win their respective divisions. Nate Boyer joins Rich in-studio to discuss hosting Discovery Channel’s ‘Survive the Raft’ reality show, what it’s like in NFL training camps for long snappers, his time as a green beret, and much more. Rich and the guys react to George Pickens’ acrobatic catch in Steelers training camp going up against rookie CB Joey Porter Jr. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
FOX Sports’ Bruce Feldman and Rich discuss the snowballing scandal at Northwestern, Jim Harbaugh’s likely 4-game suspension at Michigan and if the Wolverines have the talent to unseat the Georgia Bulldogs as National Champions this season, the need for more oversight of NIL in college sports, why he thinks Deion Sanders won’t be at Colorado for too long, and the Pac-12’s murky future. Rich weighs in on the way NIL has changed the College Football landscape. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Yankees fan Rich reacts to the Pinstripes’ lack of action at the MLB trade deadline and weighs in on Justin Verlander’s return to the Houston Astros. Jomboy and Rich discuss if the Yankees did enough to save their playoff hopes with two minor MLB trade deadline deals, what the Mets trading Max Scherzer and Justin Verlander means for the Mets and a possible off-season pursuit of Shohei Ohtani, and more. Rich and the guys weigh in on the Washington Commanders’ QB competition between Sam Howell and Jacoby Brissett. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
ESPN’s Louis Riddick tells Rich why he’s still not fully sold on Aaron Rodgers and the Jets, what the Steelers must do to become contenders again in the AFC, what advice he has for Colts GM Chris Ballard in the wake of Jonathan Taylor’s trade request, and why the Commanders could “shock” some people in the NFL this season. In the wake of Detroit head coach Dan Campbell saying he wants to see a real lion on the team’s sideline, Rich lists which other teams should put actual mascots on the field. Rich and the guys weigh in on the Mets trading Justin Verlander to the Houston Astros, and react to Bill Belichick’s latest press conference moment with a rare effusive response to a reporter’s question. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The MMQB’s Albert Breer and Rich discuss Jonathan Taylor’s contract squabble with the Indianapolis Colts, when the Bengals can expect Joe Burrow to return from his calf injury, why the 49ers would be unlikely to release Trey Lance if he continues to tumble down their QB depth chart, when and where we can expect free agent RBs Dalvin Cook and Ezekiel Elliott to sign, and why Broncos HC Sean Payton “broke a code” when ripping former Denver head coach Nathaniel Hackett. Rich reacts to the Angels continuing hot streak and the possibility of seeing Shohei Ohtani and Mike Trout in the playoffs this season, and names which overlooked players could play a huge role in the NFL this season including Buccaneers QB Baker Mayfield, Jaguars WR Calvin Ridley, Giants TE Darren Waller, Bears WR D.J. Moore, Seahawks LB Bobby Wagner, and Bills rookie TE Dalton Kincaid. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich reacts to Philadelphia Eagles QB Jalen Hurts being relegated to Tier 2 status in The Athletic’s annual quarterback rankings. The Athletic’s Mike Sando and Rich discuss his latest NFL quarterback tiers rankings and why Jalen Hurts is in Tier 2 and not Tier 1 despite nearly winning the Super Bowl last season, what we can expect from Cardinals QB Kyler Murray this season when he returns from a torn ACL, Bears QB Justin Fields’ development as a passer, and if 49ers QB Brock Purdy can replicate the unexpected success if his rookie season. Rich ponders the possibility that Trey Lance could be the odd man out in San Francisco and if the 49ers would actually cut the QB after spending a ton of draft capital to select the oft-injured quarterback Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
FOX Sports/Sports Illustrated MLB Insider Tom Verducci tells Rich that Mets pitcher Justin Verlander is deciding between a trade to the Dodgers or Astros, why the Angels were never going to trade Shohei Ohtani, the main reasons for the New York Yankees disappointing season, if we could see an Atlanta Braves vs Baltimore Orioles World Series, and why Red phenom Elly De La Cruz is a one-of-a-kind talent. Jets fan Rich reacts to Aaron Rodgers’ $35M pay cut and the QB’s comments staunchly defending his new offensive coordinator Nathaniel Hackett after some harsh criticism by new Denver Broncos HC Sean Payton. Brockman lists his top 5 Kellogg cereals which leads to a HEATED debate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Bears GM Ryan Poles and Rich discuss rookie OT Darnell Wright holding his own when he accidentally worked out with the team’s speedy WR group, why they stuck with QB Justin Fields and traded away the #1 pick in this year’s draft, his perspective of the devalued running backs position in the NFL, the team’s 2023 outlook and more. Rich and the guys debate the etiquette of bringing a gift to the home of a person hosting a party, and in ‘Overreaction Monday’ Rich weighs in on Joe Burrow’s calf injury, Jonathan Taylor and the Colts, Ezekiel Elliott and the Patriots, Kyler Murray and the Arizona Cardinals, Sean Payton and Aaron Rodgers, Shohei Ohtani’s playoff chances, and Justin Verlander’s Mets future. Rich lauds Shohei Ohtani and the Angels’ hot streak and for going all-in at the MLB trade deadline. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich reacts to Colts RB Jonathan Taylor asking for a trade after failing to land a new long-term contract from the team. Vikings Head Coach Kevin O’Connell and Rich discuss Kirk Cousins’ appearance on Netlix’s ‘Quarterback’ series, why Minnesota cut ties with running back Dalvin Cook despite his high level of productivity, what makes All-Pro WR Justin Jefferson so special, and what Vikes fans can expect from the team this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Guest host Mike Hill and the guys reveal their most outrageous NFL predictions involving Russell Wilson, the Jets, Lions, Bills, the New York Giants and more. The guys weigh in on Broncos Head Coach Sean Payton apologizing for his inflammatory comments about former Denver HC and current Jets OC Nathaniel Hackett, and react to the return of Aaron Judge to the Yankees lineup for the first time since June 3rd. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Guest host Mike Hill explains why Sean Payton will drastically improve Russell Wilson and the Denver Broncos after a disastrous 2022 season under rookie head coach Nathaniel Hackett. Former WBC heavyweight champion Deontay Wilder tells Mike who he thinks will win this weekend’s huge welterweight showdown between Terence Crawford and Errol Spence, why he didn’t start boxing until the age of 21, when we can expect to see him back in the ring, and more. In ‘What’s More Likely’ Mike weighs in on the Jets, Bills, Rams, Broncos, rookie quarterbacks, Kenny Pickett, Justin Herbert, Jaylen Brown’s record-setting Celtics contract, Saquon Barkley, Bijan Robinson, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Guest host Mike Hill and the guys react to Joe Burrow’s calf injury suffered in Cincinnati Bengals camp, and react to Shohei Ohtani’s latest exploits. FOX Sports CFB Analyst Brady Quinn and Mike discuss Jim Harbaugh’s 4-game suspension at Michigan, Notre Dame’s season outlook, if Caleb Williams can lead USC to the College Football Playoff, and why Texas and Penn State could be this year’s sleeper teams. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Guest host Kirk Morrison weighs in on Saquon Barkley and the Giants contract dispute and their failure to agree to terms on a long-term deal.
The Atheltic’s Zack Rosenblatt tells Kirk that the confident Jets are openly talking about reaching the Super Bowl this season, the chances free agent RB Dalvin Cook will sign with New York, what we can expect to see out of All-Pro CB Sauce Gardner on ‘Hard Knocks,’ and more.
Kirk and the guy's debate who, behind Patrick Mahomes, is the NFL’s 2nd-best quarterback among Josh Allen, Joe Burrow, Jalen Hurts, Aaron Rodgers and others. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Guest host Kirk Morrison, a former NFL linebacker, tells the guys what the most important things he brought with him to get through the long weeks of training camps.
The Plain Dealer/Cleveland.com’s Mary Kay Cabot and Kirk discuss the big expectations for Browns QB Deshaun Watson in 2023 after a tumultuous season off the field and a disappointing one on the field in ’22, if it’s playoffs or bust for head coach Kevin Stefanski, Joe Thomas’ Pro Football Hall of Fame induction, and more.
Kirk and the guys debate how to rank Joe Burrow, Lamar Jackson, Deshaun Watson and Kenny Pickett as the AFC North’s best quarterbacks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Guest host Kirk Morrison weighs in on the new-look Jets and explains why he’s not jumping on the team’s bandwagon. Yet.
The Athletic’s Daniel Popper and Kirk discuss the “sky high” expectations for Justin Herbert now that he’s signed his record-setting contract with the Chargers, the mindset of Austin Ekeler after failing to land a lucrative long-term contract from the Bolts, what new Offensive Coordinator Kellen Moore brings to Los Angeles, and if only a Super Bowl win can erase the mental scars of blowing a 27-0 lead to Trevor Lawrence and the Jacksonville Jaguars in the playoffs last season.
Kirk weighs in on Sean Payton’s arrival in Denver and why he has a good chance to turn around the Broncos’ (and Russell Wilson’s) fortunes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich reacts to Josh Allen and Stefon Diggs’ latest comments at the start of Bills’ training camp and ponders how their relationship could impact Buffalo’s title chances. Three-time Grammy-winning country music star Tim McGraw joins Rich in-studio to discuss his new Standing Room Only’ album, reveals his secret love of yacht rock, and recalls his high school sports career when he could dunk at just 5’9” and once dropped 54 in a game while puking between plays because of the flu. Rich reacts to some of the new looks around NFL training camps including Tua Tagovailoa’s new arm sleeve tattoo, Justin Herbert’s much fatter wallet, and the new mustache sported by Atlanta Falcons HC Arthur Smith. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Michigan alum Rich reacts to the potential 4-game suspension Wolverines HC Jim Harbaugh is facing for NCAA violations. Former NFL executive Joe Banner tells Rich why simple supply and demand economics is why NFL running backs are not as highly paid as other key positions, why NFL quarterbacks would be better off signing shorter contracts in order to make more money in the long run, and why he has some concerns about Aaron Rodgers and the New York Jets. Cowboys fan TJ Jefferson breaks down Dallas’ schedule and predicts how many games America’s Team will win this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich weighs in on Saquon Barkley reporting to Giants camp after signing just a 1-year contract after failing to land a lucrative long-term deal, and reacts to the Los Angeles Chargers making Justin Herbert the NFL’s highest paid player…for now. NFL Insider Mike Garafolo tells Rich why Saquon and the Giants weren’t able to come to terms on a long-term contract extension, what the G-Men’s expectations are for Daniel Jones on the heels of the QB’s huge contract, why Joe Burrow’s next contract will most likely surpass the record-setting deal inked by Justin Herbert with the Chargers, when we can expect those big-name free agent RBs like Dalvin Cook and Ezekiel Elliott to sign, and why we shouldn’t sleep on the New Orleans Saints next season. Rich weighs in on ‘Quarterbacks’ and debates with TJ which QBs should say “yes” or “no” to starring in season 2 of the Netflix series. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
TCU Head Football Coach Sonny Dykes and Rich discuss the Horned Frogs’ hanging a 50 burger on Michigan in their College Football Playoff semifinal, facing Deion Sanders and the Colorado Buffaloes in their opening game, the future of the Big 12 after the departure of the Texas Longhorns and Oklahoma Sooners, and how the growth of NIL and the Transfer Portal has reshaped the college football landscape. Comedian Jim Gaffigan joins Rich in-studio to discuss his new ‘Dark Pale’ Amazon Prime Video special, his hilarious perspective on being a sports parent, the challenge of picking a movie to watch with a large (and outspoken) family, what’s is been like to work with acclaimed director Steven Soderberg on HBO Max’ ‘Full Circle,’ why he thinks he could have been an NFL long snapper, and reveals the massive number of tickets he requested from the Cubs when he threw out the first pitch at Wrigley Field. Rich and the guys react to yet another classic, snarky Bill Belichick press conference answer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Pro Football Talk’s Mike Florio and Rich discuss Saquon Barkley’s new 1-year deal with the New York Giants, if Derrick Henry can somehow re-set the devalued running backs market, how the 49ers’ QB depth chart will pan out, why Dalvin Cook would be better off waiting to sign with his next team, and if the Dallas Cowboys Mike McCarthy and the Patriots Bill Belichick are coaching for their jobs this season. Rich weighs in on the growing strife between RB Josh Jacobs and the Raiders and how much Jimmy Garoppolo’s foot injury could impact Las Vegas’ season hopes, reacts to USA Today’s eyebrow-raising win predictions for each NFL team, and comments on Jaylen Brown’s record-setting contract from the Boston Celtics. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich reacts to Saquon Barkley avoiding a holdout by agreeing to a new 1-year deal with the New York Giants. Open Championship winner Brian Harman and Rich discuss his first major title at Royal Liverpool and how much fun he’s had toting the famed Claret Jug around the world, how the late comedian Norm Macdonald became a big fan is his while defending him on Twitter once, the potential PGA Tour-LIV Golf merger, the chances his Georgia Bulldogs win a 3rd-straight College Football Playoff, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich weighs in on the start of Jets training camp and the team’s outlook with Aaron Rodgers at the helm heading into the 2023 season. Former boxing champion Oscar De La Hoya joins Rich in-studio to discuss the “shocking” revelations in his new HBO ‘The Golden Boy’ documentary on MAX, reveals why he knew he was in for a long night even before he stepped into the ring with a then up-and-coming Manny Pacquiao, and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Free agent RB Dalvin Cook tells Rich what went down on the Zoom meeting over the weekend where a number of the NFL’s top running backs gathered to voice their frustration with the devaluation of the position in recent years, and says if he’d be interested in joining his brother on the Buffalo Bills. In ‘Overreaction Monday’ Rich weighs in on the Raiders, Detroit Lions, Deshaun Watson, Aaron Rodgers and the Jets, Damian Lillard, and Shohei Ohtani chances to be traded and/or hit 60 home runs. Rich reacts to DeAndre Hopkins officially signing his Tennessee Titans contract and previews the most anticipated NFL storylines heading into training camps. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich reacts to the latest in the controversial ‘undervalued running backs’ controversy in the NFL that saw the league’s top backs get together on a zoom call over the weekend to discuss their plight. Apple TV’s Lead MLS Analyst Taylor Twellman and Rich discuss Lionel Messi’s memorable MLS debut with Inter Miami, why he’s giving the USMNT a break for their disappointing showing in the Gold Cup, Kylian Mbappe’s VERY lucrative future in soccer, how Team USA will fare in the Women’s World Cup and more. Rich and the guys react to Elon Musk announcing that Twitter has been re-branded to “X,” and weighs in on the latest reports about the Angels’ willingness to trade Shohei Ohtani. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Former NFL OT Ephraim Salaam joins guest host Mike Hill in-studio to discuss how he went from pro football player to writing for Peacock’s ‘Fresh Prince of Bel Air’ reboot ‘Bel-Air,’ why the NFL has devalued the running back position, what it was like to play for a moribund franchise like the 2009 Detroit Lions who went 2-14 on the heels of their 0-16 season, and breaks down the latest NFL throwback/alternate uniforms teams will don this upcoming season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Comedian Godfrey and guest host Mike Hill discuss his career in stand-up and the mine field of controversy comics must traverse in today’s culture, and does some if his favorite impressions including Steve Harvey, Donald Trump, and Shannon Sharpe.
In ‘What’s More Likely’ Mike weighs in on Dallas Cowboys QB Dak Prescott, Giants RB Saquon Barkley, Raiders RB Josh Jacobs, Aaron Rodgers and the Jets on ‘Hard Knocks,’ the Detroit Lions, Minnesota Vikings, Justin Fields, Lionel Messi’s MLS impact with Inter Miami, Damian Lillard and Shohei Ohtani.
Yankees fan Mike laments the Pinstripes sitting in last place in the AL East and says why manager Aaron Judge needs to go and be replaced by Joe Maddon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Guest host Mike Hill and the guy's debate if Daniel Snyder, who sold the Commanders yesterday, is the worst owner not just in NFL history but in ALL of sports history.
Former All-Pro RB Chris Johnson tells Mike why he thinks the NFL has placed for more importance on quarterbacks than running backs, if disgruntled Giants RB Saquon Barkley should sit out the season, if he was a better running back than Adrian Peterson, and more.
Mike explains why NFL running backs must evolve as the sport becomes more and more pass oriented. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich breaks down the latest developments in Saquon Barkley’s contract stalemate with the New York Giants, and comments on an obscure way NFL teams can pay top running backs without going over their salary caps.
FOX Sports’ Mark Ingram II tells Rich why his Michigan Wolverines are a good bet to return to the College Football Playoff next season, why it’s “criminal” the way running backs are underpaid in today’s NFL and ranks the top RBs come out of Alabama over the last 20 years including Derrick Henry, Najee Harris, Josh Jacobs and others. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Buccaneers All-Pro WR Chris Godwin and Rich discuss Tampa’s QB competition between Baker Mayfield and Kyle Trask, why he’s ignoring the naysayers who aren’t predicting much from the Bucs next season, what he learned while playing alongside Tom Brady the last two seasons and if he thinks the 7-time Super Bowl champion is really retired for good this time.
ESPN’s Don Van Natta Jr. tells Rich why NFL owners are celebrating Daniel Snyder finally selling the Commanders, if Snyder will go down as the worst owner in NFL history, the incredible origins of the Jon Gruden/Snyder bad blood, and why there’s a good chance the “Commanders” name goes the way of “Redskins” under a rebrand by the team’s new ownership.
Rich lays out a game plan to win back fans for new Commanders owner Josh Harris and reacts to a fan who attempts to troll him about past Jets quarterbacks Geno Smith and Sam Darnold. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rick kicks off the show listing the top 5 NFL fanbases starving for wins that will get fed in the 2023 season.
Lions DE Aidan Hutchinson and Rich = discuss the growing bandwagon for Detroit to be a contender this season, why he’s already picturing sacking Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes in Detroit’s season opener, what fiery head coach Dan Campbell brings to the team, the big expectations for Michigan football next season, and his not-so-secret Taylor Swift “Swiftie” fandom.
Rich looks ahead to the Chiefs hosting the Lions in the NFL’s season opening game and says why Patrick Mahomes and company shouldn’t sleep on an up-and-coming Detroit team.
Rich explains how Yankees pitcher Carlos Rodon and New York Jets HC Robert Salah show how not to and how to handle the spotlight of the country’s largest media market. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich and TJ attempt to guess that last player to rush for 1000 yards in a season for the teams with the longest thousand-yard rusher droughts.
Author Greg Harden joins Rich in-studio to discuss his new book ‘Stay Sane in an Insane World,’ and the advice he’s given star Michigan football players over the years including Tom Brady, and more.
Brockman lists the top 5 things he’s looking forward to doing before NFL training camps open including the return of his heralded/controversial “Burger Draft” after a 4-year hiatus. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich and the guys react to a possible holdout by Dallas Cowboys All-Pro G Zack Martin and get into a heated debate after Alabama head coach Nick Saban declared that carrot cake is his go-to cake.
ESPN MLB Insider Buster Olney tells Rich the chances the Angels will trade Shohei Ohtani before the upcoming deadline, why the Dodgers might be the better fit for Ohtani than the Yankees, says which of his jaw-dropping feats have been the most impressive, and what late Yankees owner George Steinbrenner would do if he were still alive to land the Angels’ two-way standout. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jets fan Rich can’t contain his giddiness at Aaron Rodgers’ arrival at the team’s training camp.
Buccaneers RB Rachaad White tells Rich what he learned from Tom Brady during his rookie season in Tampa, what he’s done this offseason to prepare to be the Bucs’ bell cow running back, weighs in on the devalued RBs market in the NFL, and reveals his lofty goals for the upcoming season.
Rich and the guys debate if Baker Mayfield (or Kyle Trask) can lead Tampa to an NFC South title in 2023. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich reacts to SEC Commissioner Greg Sankey’s pleas for Congressional oversight of NIL in college sports.
Golf Channel’s Brandel Chamblee and Rich discuss Rory McIlroy’s outspoken stance on the controversial PGA Tour/LIV Golf merger, the odds that the proposed partnership will actually happen, and break down the field at this week’s Open Championship at Royal Liverpool.
Rich and the guys revive their debate on whether “solid” is a compliment or an insult. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The MMQB’s Albert Breer and Rich discuss Saquon Barkley’s standoff with the New York Giants over his lack of a long-term contract, how close the Raiders and Josh Jacobs are on a new deal for the reigning NFL rushing champion, how analytics have played a role in the devaluation of NFL running backs, and why the Miami Dolphins, New England Patriots and New York Jets are the favorites to land free agent RB Dalvin Cook.
Rich and the guy's debate if New York Jets HC Robert Saleh is to ban the ‘Hard Knocks’ film crew from showing players being cut from the team in training camp.
Yankees fan Rich reacts to Pinstripes’ manager Aaron Boone choosing to pitch to Shohei Ohtani late in their game vs the Angels only to see him launch a game-tying two-run homer on their way to another loss. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich weighs the growing frustration among NFL running backs like the New York Giants Saquon Barkley as the position becomes devalued in the minds of GMs yet remains an important cog in teams’ offenses.
Pro Football Hall of Famer Marshall Faulk tells Rich why it’s “egregious” that the Giants are refusing to pay Saquon Barkley, what advice he has for Barkley, Josh Jacobs who have yet to sign their tender offers, why rules protecting QBs have had the unintended consequence of devaluing running backs, says why free agent RB Ezekiel Elliott should return to the Dallas Cowboys, and holds nothing back in his critique or Minnesota Vikings QB Kirk Cousins. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Actor Timothy Olyphant joins Rich in-studio to discuss the reboot of his Raylan Givens character in FX’s ‘Justified: City Primeval,’ reveals that we’ve been mispronouncing his last name all along, professes his love for pickleball, reveals what it was like doing improve on ‘Curb Your Enthusiasm,’ and tells a great story about making HBO’s ‘Deadwood’ with acclaimed showrunner David Milch.
Rich lists his top 5 NFL quarterbacks in need of a bounce back season including the Rams Matthew Stafford, the Broncos Russell Wilson, the Saints Derek Carr, the Patriots Mac Jones, and the Browns Deshaun Watson.
Yankees fan Rich reacts to the Pinstripes sinking into last place in the AL East and pleads (commands??) team ownership to trade for Shohei Ohtani. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
NBC Sports Boston’s Patriots Insider Tom Curran tells Rich that money was the main reason DeAndre Hopkins chose the Tennessee Titans over New England, what failing to land D-Hop means for the Pats’ offense, what the expectations are for Mac Jones after his disappointing 2nd season in the NFL, and why Bill Belichick is firmly on the hot seat and likely coaching for his job next season.
Rich and Patriots fan Chris Brockman debate what it will take for Bill Belichick to save his job next season.
In ‘Overreaction Monday’ Rich weighs in on DeAndre Hopkins, Baker Mayfield, Tyreek Hill, Kirk Cousins and Shohei Ohtani.
After watching the Wimbledon Men’s Final Rich reverses his opinion that he’d be able to win one point of world’s #1 tennis player Carlos Alcaraz. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich reacts to free agent WR DeAndre Hopkins choosing the Tennessee Titans over Bill Belichick and the New England Patriots.
The Fire Pit Collective’s Alan Shipnuck tells Rich why the proposed PGA Tour/LIV Golf merger won’t happen anytime soon, if Rory McIlroy can put the merger distractions aside and win the Open Championship at Royal Liverpool, if an Augusta National membership was the ultimate goal for PIF and the Saudis in their merger push, and more.
Rich weighs in on Dak Prescott and has some advice for the Dallas Cowboys when it comes to free agent RB Ezekiel Elliott. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
NFL Insider Tom Pelissero and Rich discuss DT’s like the Jets Quinnen Williams inking huge contracts, if we’ll see training camp holdouts from the Giants Saquon Barkley and the Raiders Josh Jacobs, when we can expect Joe Burrow to sign his next contract extension, if the devaluation of NFL running backs is just a passing trend or here to stay as a business principle, and more.
Rich and the guys discuss if Baltimore Ravens WR Odell Beckham Jr, who hasn’t played an NFL Down in 20 months, deserves to be paid more next season than New York Giants RB Saquon Barkley. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
ESPN NFL Analyst Damien Woody tells Rich why the Jets should approach their time on HBO’s ‘Hard Knocks’ as an opportunity instead of a burden, if Patriots HC Bill Belichick is coaching for his job next season, and why the Green Bay Packers will contend for NFC North bragging rights with Jordan Love replacing Aaron Rodgers as QB1.
Del Tufo shares an amazing story from his youth where he was hired to bust ticket scalpers at Bruce Springsteen concerts only to use the confiscated tickets himself.
In ‘What’s More Likely’ Rich weighs in on potential NFL running back holdouts, Dalvin Cook, Ezekiel Elliott, Leonard Fournette, Brock Purdy, Kyler Murray, Mahomes, Justin Herbert, Aaron Rodgers, Shohei Ohtani, Lionel Messi’s move to Inter Miami, the Mets, Padres, Luka Doncic and Dak Prescott and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich weighs in on Aaron Rodgers “forced it down our throats” comments about the New York Jets appearing on ‘Hard Knocks’ this season.
ESPN Sunday Night Baseball analyst David Cone and Rich discuss a possible trade of Angels star Shohei Ohtani and what it would mean for baseball if he landed on the Yankees, which teams are looking the sharpest heading into the 2nd half of the season, his favorite recollections from the memorable 1999 MLB All-Star Game, and why his perfect game might be all the proof we need that baseball gods exist.
Rich and Brockman debate how much success the Patriots will have next season in what’s shaping up to be a very competitive AFC East. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich and the guys react to LeBron James announcing at the ESPYs that he, not shockingly, is not retiring from the NBA.
FOX Sports/NBA on TNT’s Jim Jackson and Rich discuss LeBron’s ESPYs speech and his NBA future, the Portland Trail Blazers trade options for Damian Lillard, what the Philadelphia 76ers gain/lose by trading James Harden, and why Victor Wembanyama will become a “special” player for the San Antonio Spurs.
Jets fan Rich reacts to DT Quinnen Williams signing a 4-year, $96 Million contract to remain in New York. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich reacts to Rory McIlroy saying he’d rather retire from golf then ever have to join the LIV Tour.
Chargers RB Austin Ekeler and Rich discuss the diminished market for NFL running backs and explains why he’s angry that some #3 wide receivers make more money than some of the top RBs in the league, says why pressure on the Bolts to win is a good thing, and what we can expect out of Justin Herbert under new Offensive Coordinator Kellen Moore.
To honor Harrison Ford’s birthday, Rich lists his top five movies including ‘Raiders of the Lost Ark,’ ‘The Empire Strikes Back,’ ‘Blade Runner’ and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich breaks down the current market for NFL running backs and explains why the New York Giants should pay Saquon Barkley whatever he wants.
Pro Football Talk’s Mike Florio tells Rich what the sticking points are between Saquon Barkley and the Giants, why big-name players like Josh Jacobs, Dalvin Cook and DeAndre Hopkins haven’t signed new contracts, if the Jon Gruden/Daniel Snyder controversy will crater the sale of the Washington Commanders, and his thoughts on the Jets being forced into ‘Hard Knocks’ by the NFL.
Rich and the guy's debate if Daniel Snyder is the worst owner in NFL history. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich’s tennis coach calls in and puts to bed Rich’s dreams of being able to score one point off the world’s #1-ranked tennis player Carlos Alcaraz.
Yankees fan Rich reacts to the team selling uniform advertising rights for a shoulder patch on their hallowed pinstripe uniforms, and reacts to his beloved Jets being tabbed for this season of ‘Hard Knocks’ and lists the top 5 things he wants to see from his team on the HBO series. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich and the guys debate if he would be able to win a point if he played the #1 men’s tennis player in the world, Carlos Alcaraz.
No Laying Up’s Kevin Van Valkenburg and Rich break down the main takeaways from the Senate hearings that dug into the PGA Tour’s proposed merger with the Saudi-backed LIV Golf league, how the Tour can reconcile with fans about going into business with the Saudis, how much longer Jay Monahan will be the Tour’s commissioner, his reaction to Tiger Woods being used as a bargaining chip in the merger talks, and why nobody is getting an Augusta National membership as part of the deal. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich and the guys break down the best and worst from the 2023 MLB All-Star Game from the player intros and curious uniform choices to the play on the field.
‘Nothing Personal’ podcast host David Samson tells Rich why he thinks the A’s moving from Oakland to Las Vegas is not a done deal, what teams would have to give up in a trade to pry Shohei Ohtani from the Angels, how much Ohtani will get on the free agent market, and why it makes monetary sense for the Yankees to sell advertisement patches on their hallowed pinstripe uniforms. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Baseball Hall of Famer/MLB Network and MLB on TBS analyst Pedro Martinez tells Rich his favorite memories from the historic 1999 All-Star Game at Boston’s Fenway Park, says what advice he has for Angels’ P/DH Shohei Ohtani, why the two-way star is a combination of him as a pitcher and Albert Pujols as a batter, and why Ohtani will be worth every cent of a possible $600M contract.
Rich and the guys react to the U.S. Senate hearings on the possible PGA Tour-LIV Golf agreement including some outrageous stipulations involving Tiger Woods and August National memberships.
Jets fan Rich debates Cowboys fan TJ if Aaron Rodgers or Dak Prescott is more likely to lead their teams to the Super Bowl next season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Reds announcer John Sadak and Rich discuss Cincinnati’s rookie phenom Elly De La Cruz, his incredible baseball origin story, and why he’s only just scratching the surface of his immense potential.
Rich reflects on the anniversary of Bo Jackson’s memorable All-Star Game home run in 1989 and weighs in on other athletes who’ve stepped up and owned the moment when the spotlight was directly upon them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich weighs in on Shohei Ohtani’s uncertain future with the Angels and offers up some advice for team owner Arte Moreno for re-signing the two-way superstar.
Yahoo! Sports’ Dan Wetzel and Rich discuss the hazing controversy at Northwestern that cast head football coach Pat Fitzgerald his job and says what’s next for the Wildcats in terms of replacement coaching options.
Rich makes the case for Northwester to hire former Stanford head coach David Shaw in the wake of Pat Fitzgerald’s firing amid the football program’s hazing scandal. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sports Illustrated’s Chris Mannix tells Rich why Victor Wembanyama could be the NBA’s best defender as a rookie, what the Thunder can expect from Chet Holmgren after missing his entire rookie season with a foot injury, his thoughts on the NBA’s new mid-season “NBA Cup” tournament, the chances the Miami Heat land Damian Lillard in a trade, and what’s holding up a James Harden trade from the 76ers to the Clippers.
Rich weighs in on the Blazers options for trading Damian Lillard and says why it reminds him of Aaron Rodgers’ last days with the Green Bay Packers.
In ‘Overreaction Monday’ Rich weighs in on Trevor Lawrence, DeAndre Hopkins, the Denver Broncos, Victor Wembanyama, Shohei Ohtani, the slumping Tampa Bay Rays and more.
Rich and the guys reveal what they did in vacation during the show’s dark week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
ESPN MLB Insider Jeff Passan tells Rich if the free-falling Angels should trade Shohei Ohtani, if new hitting coach Sean Casey can breathe life into a moribund Yankees lineup that’s missing Aaron Judge, and what the emergence of Cincinnati Reds Dominican rookie phenom Elly De La Cruz says about baseball’s ability to develop American-born stars in the future.
Terzo in Iowa calls in and invites TJ on a road trip with him to a Taylor Swift concert in San Francisco.
Rich and the guys break down the NBA announcing its new “NBA Cup” mid-season tournament. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich recaps Victor Wembanyama’s Las Vegas NBA Summer League debut that included a controversial run-in with former teen pop star Britney Spears in a Vegas casino.
ESPN NFL Reporter Jeff Darlington tells Rich what the timeline is for free agent RB Dalvin Cook signs with an NFL team, if Saquon Barkley and Josh Jacobs could be training camp holdouts for the New York Giants and Las Vegas Raiders, which teams make the most sense to sign All-Pro WR DeAndre Hopkins, if Bengals QB Joe Burrow or Chargers QB Justin Herbert sign their big extension first, if Tom Brady is truly done with his NFL playing career, if the Raiders could void Jimmy Garoppolo’s contract in the wake of his unexpected foot surgery, if Stefon Diggs and the Bills can mend fences, and if Brock Purdy can bounce back from elbow surgery to repeat his stellar rookie season.
Rich reacts to Reds IF Elly De La Cruz stealing 2nd, 3rd, and home in the same inning and makes the case for the rookie phenom to be in MLB’s All-Star Game in Seattle. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
New York Times contributor and SirusXM MLB Network Radio Analyst, Scott Miller joins guest host Brian Webber on The Rich Eisen Show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
National Basketball Business Reporter for The Athletic, Mike Vorkunov joins guest host Brian Webber on The Rich Eisen Show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Guest host Brian Webber gets you caught up with all the latest news in the NBA, NFL and MLB. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Brad Spielberger of Pro Football Focus joins guest host Brian Webber on The Rich Eisen Show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
USA Today's Gabe Lucques joins guest host Brian Webber on The Rich Eisen Show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Guest host Brian Webber questions what will happen to the Miami Heat if they don't land Damian Lillard? Is the MLB HR Derby must see TV? And how good are Josh Allen and Stefon Diggs? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Trevor Sikkema of Pro Football Focus joins guest host Brian Webber on The Rich Eisen Show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Senior NBA Betting Analyst, Jonathan Von Tobel joins guest host Brian Webber on The Rich Eisen Show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Guest host Brian Webber catches you up on all the latest MLB, NBA and NFL news! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
HOUR THREE Segment One---Revisit Opening Monologue, Morning Headlines Segment Two---A's "Declaring Independence" From Oakland, Is MLB In Vegas Really Going To Work? Segment Three---Nathan's Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest & World Of Competitive Eating Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
HOUR TWO Segment One--MLB On July 4th Segment Two--Kevin Durant's Free Agent Tour Was In Full Swing 7 Years Ago Today. How good with KD, Beal, & Booker Be This Year? Segment Three MLB Guest Adam Burke - VSiN Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
HOUR ONE Segment One---Latest on NBA Trades--Will Portland Send Lillard To A Preferred Destination Segment Two---George Steinbrenner Born on July 4th, Is Mets Owner Steve Cohen Making Same Mistakes? Segment Three--Nextflix Playing Cowboys $50 Million For Docuseries, But What's Especially Interesting About This Team? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
NFL Insider Jason Cole joins guest host Brian Webber on The Rich Eisen Show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Lead NBA writer for NBC Sports, Kurt Helin joins guest host Brian Webber on The Rich Eisen Show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Guest host Brian Webber catches you up on all the latest Damian Lillard and College Football news. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In ‘What’s More Likely’ Rich weighs in on Justin Jefferson, Ja’Marr Chase, Geno Smith, Brock Purdy, Bryce Young, Victor Wembanyama, Shohei Ohtani, the Tour de France, Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest and more.
Actor/comedian Utkarsh Ambudkar joins Rich in-studio to discuss his Disney+ film ‘World’s Best,’ how meeting a young Lin-Manuel Miranda impacted his career, his Washington Wizards and Baltimore Orioles fandom, and being the star of CBS’s ‘Ghosts,’ reacts to TJ’s power rankings of all-time ghosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich and the guys discuss why QB’s, and other skill position players are more financially rewarded in the NFL than running backs and react to Mookie Betts’ desire to bring the jersey exchange tradition to MLB that’s so prevalent in other sports.
49ers FB Kyle Juszczyk tells Rich how his dream of being drafted out of Harvard turned into a nightmare for him and his friends and family, what makes Niners Head Coach Kyle Shanahan a football genius, and weighs in on the team’s QB competition with some help from San Francisco TE George Kittle.
Rich and the guys react to Travis Kelce and Patrick Mahomes’ domination of Steph Curry and Klay Thompson in ‘The Match,’ and Rich defends his decision to turn down an invitation to Bussin with the Boys’ “Beer Olympics.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich and the guys react to reports that James Harden is likely headed to the Clippers from the 76ers, and says why the Sixers signing Kyrie Irving would be a massive mistake.
ESPN NFL & CFB analyst Louis Riddick tells Rich why the Seattle Seahawks will surprise a lot of people next season, why the Jacksonville Jaguars are a team to be reckoned with in the AFC, if Kenny Pickett and Mike Tomlin can lead the Steelers back to the playoffs, where Dalvin Cook would fit in best and why running backs are so devalued in today’s NFL.
Rich and the guy's debate if there’s a player in the NFL today who will be able to break the spiraling devaluation of running backs cycle. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich fires up the way back machine and shares his favorite memories from his early days on ‘SportsCenter.’
Actor Travis Van Winkle joins Rich in-studio to discuss his new Arnold Schwarzenegger series ‘FUBAR,’ making the ‘Road House’ reboot with UFC legend Conor McGregor, reveals what it’s like to fire up cigars with Arnold, and more.
The guys share their favorite (least favorite??) memories of experiences with cigars and chewing tobacco gone wrong, and comment on Del Tufo’s previous career as a cop. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Packers LB Rashan Gary tells Rich why Green Bay is in good hands with Jordan Love at quarterback after the departure of Aaron Rodgers to the New York Jets, what it meant for his mom that he graduated from the University of Michigan despite his battle with dyslexia, and more.
Rich reacts to Michigan Head Coach Jim Harbaugh ramping up the Wolverines’ expectations as a national championship contending program year-in and year-out.
Hall of Fame announcer Bob Costas tells Rich why Shohei Ohtani is baseball’s unicorn and even more unique than Babe Ruth, why the Angels are unlikely to trade the two-way wonder, which teams will be at the front of the line when he hits the free agent market next winter, reveals how he ended up in the cult classic comedy ‘Pootie Tang’ alongside Chris Rock, Wanda Sykes, J.B. Smoove, David Cross, Lance Crouther and others, says if Reds rookie phenom Elly De La Cruz should be in the MLB All-Star Game, and points out the difference between baseball players who used steroids vs players who used amphetamines. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich reacts to Yankees pitcher Domingo Germán throwing just the 24th perfect game in Major League Baseball history and weighs in on Mets owner Steve Cohen addressing New York’s highly disappointing season so far.
The Athletic’s Sam Amick and Rich discuss Damian Lillard’s uncertain future with the Trail Blazers, which teams could be in the mix if Portland trades the all-star guard, why Nikola Jokic and the Nuggets should be favorites to win it all again next season, if the LeBron and the Lakers will be title contenders again and weighs in on Zion Williamson’s disappointing career so far and Victor Wembanyama’s bright future with the San Antonio Spurs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Panthers RB Miles Sanders tells Rich why he’s been very impressed with #1 overall NFL Draft pick Bryce Young and explains why it “sucks” to be a running back in the NFL these days with the decreasing valuation of the position.
Actor Patrick Renna joins Rich in-studio to discuss the 30-year anniversary of the beloved baseball movie ‘The Sandlot’ including a great story about James Earl Jones, his famous “you’re killing me, Smalls!” line, the lasting allure of the movie, debates who belongs on the NFL’s Mount Rushmore of quarterbacks, and reveals that TJ once made him audition to be in his fantasy football league with Aston Kutcher. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Comedian/Packers podcaster Tom Grossi and Rich discuss his whirlwind 30-in-30 cross-country trip where he visited 30 NFL stadiums in a month to raise money for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital that included memorable visits with Bills Mafia in Buffalo, getting to put on Patriots’ Super Bowl rings, a special tour of the Dallas Cowboys AT&T Stadium with his father, and more special memories.
Rich reacts to Phil Mickelson’s latest comments about the potential PGA Tour/LIV Golf merger and what it means for the upstart tour’s future. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich reacts to yet another Shohei Ohtani marvel where the Angles 2-way star hit two home runs while striking out 10 Chicago White Sox.
ESPN NBA Insider Brian Windhorst and Rich discuss the chances Damien Lillard is able to mesh in Portland with the Trail Blazers’ 1st-round draft pick Scoot Henderson, the free agency options for James Harden and Kyrie Irving, how many players the Lakers will be able to re-sign including a possible monster extension for Anthony Davis, if the Clippers could part ways with Paul George or Kawhi Leonard, the chances Draymond Green actually leaves Steph Curry and the Golden State Warriors, and explains his cryptic Cleveland Cavaliers tweet that raised a ruckus on NBA Twitter recently.
Rich and Brockman get into a heated debate on whether or not Damian Lillard should demand a trade if he wants to win an NBA title. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich weigh in on the state of the apparently strained relationship between Buffalo Bills QB Josh Allen and disgruntled WR Stefon Diggs.
Actor/comedian Lil Rel Howery and Rich discuss his new Netflix movie ‘The Out-Laws’ co-staring Adam Devine, Pierce Brosnan, Nina Dobrev and Ellen Barkin, his Chicago sports fandom that includes a great story about throwing out the first pitch and singing ‘Take Me Out to the Ballgame’ for a Cubs game at Wrigley Field, how he landed his star-making role in Jordan Peele’s ‘Get Out’ horror classic, and more.
Rich and Del Tufo revisit the time Rich asked Mike to take a photo of him with Madonna that had less-than-ideal results. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich reacts to details from the PGA Tour/LIV Golf merger agreement and says which said scored a “major coup.’
No Laying Up’s Kevin Van Valkenburg tells Rich how much control over golf the Saudis are getting in their LIV Golf/PGA Tour merger, what the future, if any, the LIV Tour has once the merger is completed, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich weighs in on Damian Lillard’s situation in Portland and debates if the All-Star G should demand a trade or ride things out with the Trail Blazers and reacts to the possibility of his New York Jets signing free agent RB Dalvin Cook.
NFL Insider Tom Pelissero tells Rich why Dalvin Cook signing with the New York Jets “would make a lot of sense” despite the presence of talented 2nd-year RB Breece Hall on the roster, if Brock Purdy is on track to be the 49ers’ starting quarterback in Week 1 despite having off-season elbow surgery, and is joined by fellow NFL Insider Mike Garafolo who say don’t sleep on the Green Bay Packers, Miami Dolphins and Los Angeles Chargers next season.
Rich reacts to the news that Roku will soon begin streaming live Formula E races and debates if they should pony up to sponsor a car. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Spurs correspondent Michelle Beadle tells Rich why San Antonio’s close-knit culture that includes Hall of Famers like Tim Duncan and David Robinson offer Victor Wembanyama the ideal opportunity for the start of this NBA career, her takeaways from her sit-down interview with Wemby, and explains how landing the 7’5” phenom late in Gregg Popovich’s career is akin to Al Pacino having a baby at the age of 83.
Jets fan Rich weighs in on the possibility of Aaron Rodgers and company being forced by the NFL to be on HBO’s ‘Hard Knocks’ this season and lists his top juiciest Super Bowl matchups including Dolphins vs Eagles, Eagles vs 49ers, Colts vs Panthers, Broncos vs Seahawks, Jets vs Packers and Browns vs Buccaneers.
Rich recaps his home alone for an entire weekend away from wife Suzy Shuster and the kids where he left many unwashed dishes and clothes laying around the house. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich recaps the timeline of Stefon Diggs and the Bills situation and ponder what could be at the base of the disgruntled wide receiver’s frustration with the team and possibly with QB Josh Allen.
Rich marvels at Cincinnati Reds rookie Elly De La Cruz and ponders if the phenom deserves a spot in the MLB All-Star Game despite his short service time, and, at the spurring of a caller, debates if he wants his New York Jets to win the Super Bowl or his Michigan Wolverines to win the College Football Playoff more.
Rich weighs in on Joe Burrow and Justin Herbert’s next contracts, Falcons QB Desmond Ridder, free agent RB Dalvin Cook, DeAndre Hopkins, Victor Wembanyama, and Damian Lillard’s uncertain future with the Trail Blazers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich and the guys react to a group photo where Victor Wembanyama towered over Spurs legends like David Robinson and Tim Duncan and discuss if the #1 overall pick in the NBA Draft can ever live up to the hype.
ESPN NFL Insider Jeremy Fowler tells Rich if Minnesota Vikings WR Justin Jefferson will break the bank with his next contract, what the timeline is for Dalvin Cook, DeAndre Hopkins and other notable free agents to sign with new teams, who among Brock Purdy, Trey Lance and Sam Darnold wins the 49ers’ starting QB job, if Stefon Diggs’ can mend fences with Josh Allen and the Buffalo Bills, what the next big contracts for Bengals QB Joe Burrow and Chargers QB Justin Herbert could look like, and why we shouldn’t sleep on the Miami Dolphins, Pittsburgh Steelers and Los Angeles Rams next season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Adam Devine joins Rich in-studio to discuss his new Netflix movie ‘The Out-Laws,’ the new season of ‘The Righteous Gemstones,’ his long-suffering Clippers fandom, and talks ‘Workaholics,’ ‘Pitch Perfect,’ ‘Modern Family’ and shares a hilarious Jack Nicholson story from ‘About Schmidt’ in a round of Celebrity True or False.
In ‘What’s More Likely’ Rich weighs in on Packers QB Jordan Love, his New York Jets, the Detroit Lions, the 49ers, New York Giants, Kansas City Chiefs, Buffalo Bills, Damian Lillard, and Victor Wembanyama and the NBA’s 2023 rookie class.
Rich reacts to the Buffalo Bills extending the contracts of Head Coach Sean McDermott and GM Brandon Beane and weighs in on comments from Trail Blazers GM Joe Cronin who spoke about Damian Lillard’s future in Portland after the team selected guard Scoot Henderson #3 overall in the NBA Draft. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich breaks down ESPN’s coverage of the NBA Draft and the overall pacing and challenges of covering the event for a TV audience.
ESPN MLB Insider Jeff Passan tells Rich what the chances are the Los Angeles Angels trade Shohei this season, if there’s a sliver of a chance the A’s remain in Oakland instead of moving to Las Vegas, Commissioner Rob Manfred’s handling of the Astros cheating scandal, why we could see a balls & strikes challenge in MLB before a full-fledged automated strike zone.
Rich explains why MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred is dead set on moving the A’s from Oakland to Las Vegas and says why he prefers a balls and strikes challenge system over having a fully automated strike zone. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich reacts to the Trail Blazers drafting guard Scoot Henderson 3rd overall and what it means for Damian Lillard’s future in Portland and breaks down the surprising traded that sent Chris Paul to the Golden State Warriors and Jordan Poole to the Washington Wizards.
Sports Illustrated’s Chris Mannix tells Rich why the 2023 NBA Draft was largely “boring” and predictable, why the Blazers’ Scoot Henderson selection could be the first step in Portland trading Dame Lillard, why the Warriors trading for Chris Paul comes with big questions about how he’ll fit into Steve Kerr’s rotation and if free agent Draymond Green will remain with Golden State.
Rich and the guys react to the sartorial splendor of Kansas Jayhawk F Gradey Dick paying homage to ‘The Wizard of Oz’ with a red sequined jacket at the NBA Draft. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Pro Football Talk’s Mike Florio and Rich discuss Stefon Diggs’ mysterious beef with the Buffalo Bills, why talented and proven running back like Dalvin Cook and Ezekiel Elliott are still without teams, how the league should address the lure and ease of gambling for NFL players, and who wins the 49ers QB competition this season and why Kirk Cousins could be reunited with Kyle Shanahan in 2024.
To celebrate the anniversary of ‘The Karate Kid’ Rich lists his top five 1980’s high school moves including ‘Fast Times at Ridgemont High,’ ‘The Breakfast Club,’ ‘Ferris Bueller’s Day Off’ and more, with Brockman offering up his version of the list. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
ESPN NBA Front Office Insider Bobby Marks and Rich discuss the lack of intrigue (Spurs taking Victor Wembanyama at #1) and the big intrigue (who the Hornets take at #2) atop the NBA Draft, what impact who the Trail Blazers take at #3 overall could have in Damian Lillard’s future in Portland, more.
The guys each list their top 5 lists of players selected 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 4th overall all-time in the NBA Draft, and Rich weighs in on new Jets QB Aaron Rodgers espousing the legalization of hallucinogens and reacts to Yankees owner Hal Steinbrenner’s comments critical of New York fans’ criticism of the Pinstripes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich and the guys break down the big trade in the NBA that say the Celtics say goodbye to Marcus Smart and hello to Kristaps Porzingis in a 3-team trade between Boston, the Washington Wizards, and Memphis Grizzlies.
Rich comments on Gregg Popovich’s underrated career and what landing Victor Wembanyama means for his coaching future.
ESPN NBA Analyst P.J. Carlesimo tells Rich how Victor Wembanyama will fit in with Gregg Popovich’s demanding coaching style, what kind of a rookie learning curve the French phenom is facing, and if landing Wemby will extend Coach Pop’s Hall of Fame career.
Rich and the guys react to a report that the Charlotte Hornets are leaning toward drafting Scoot Henderson with the 2nd-overall pick in the NBA Draft. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Bills RB James Cook and Rich discuss his role in Buffalo’s offense as RB1, if there’s a chance he could play alongside his brother Dalvin next season, why the Stefon Diggs situation is not big deal inside the locker room and reveals why Alabama is not the Georgia Bulldogs’ biggest SEC rivals.
Michigan alum Rich rails on the fact that Georgia and Alabama don’t play each other in the regular season each year in the SEC.
Rich and the guys react to the ending in the Texas Rangers vs Chicago White Sox game where replay review gave the Chisox a win on a controversial play at the plate.
The guys react to Alabama NBA Draft prospect Brandon Miller saying he thinks basketball’s all-time G.O.A.T. is… Paul George??? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
ESPN’s Robert Griffin III tells Rich that Stefon Diggs’ issues with the Buffalo Bills stems from his relationship with QB Josh Allen, which teams would be the best fit for free agent WR DeAndre Hopkins and if he could possibly team up with free agent RB Dalvin Cook.
Rich and the guy's debate if a lingering Stefon Diggs beef could impact the Bills’ playoff chances.
Rich lists the top overlooked NFL players about to embark on make-or-break seasons including Packers QB Jordan Love, Browns QB Deshaun Watson, Rams QB Matthew Stafford, and others. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich and the guys react to Victor Wembanyama’s pre-NBA Draft comments and discuss if the San Antonio Spurs are the best fit for the potential superstar and react to how small a baseball looked in his hand when throwing out the first pitch at a Yankees game.
ESPN’s Jay Bilas tells Rich why it would be a tough decision if he had to choose between drafting Victor Wembanyama or an 18-year-old LeBron James, how Wemby will mesh with Gregg Popovich’s Spurs system, if the Charlotte Hornets should take Scoot Henderson or Brandon Miller with the 2nd overall pick in the NBA Draft, and which other players we shouldn’t overlook in the draft.
The guy's debate if the Portland Trail Blazers should trade Damian Lillard and which team would be the best fit if so. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Panthers All-Pro WR Adam Thielen and Rich discuss how golf helps him mentally train for the NFL and why Aaron Rodgers is the best putter he’s ever seen, why he’s been impressed early on with rookie QB Bryce Young, how far new head coach Frank Reich can take Carolina, his reaction to his former team, the Vikings, releasing Dalvin Cook, and more.
Rich reacts to the latest in the Ja Morant situation, and in ‘Overreaction Tuesday’ weighs in on the Buffalo Bills’ Super Bowl chances, Justin Herbert’s next contract, the Broncos playoff hopes, if Bradley Beal can get the Suns past the Denver Nuggets in the NBA’s Western Conference, and the Red Sox dominance of the Yankees so far this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich lists the top 5 wildest stories that happened during his weeklong vacation including items on Aaron Rodgers, Patrick Mahomes, Stefon Diggs, Chris Paul and more.
The MMQB’s Albert Breer tells Rich what’s the source of Stefon Diggs’ frustration with the Buffalo Bills, what the timeline is for potential signings of free agents Dalvin Cook and DeAndre Hopkins, how USC QB Caleb Williams and UNC QB Drake May will impact how teams compete/tank at the end of the 2023 NFL season, and weigh in on the Big Ten’s scheduling of the Trojans and UCLA Bruins against Michigan and Ohio State in their first season in the conference. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich reacts to the Washington Wizards trading Bradley Beal to the Phoenix Suns for Chris Paul and ponders which NFL teams are in play for free agents Dalvin Cook and DeAndre Hopkins.
The Athletic’s NBA Columnist David Aldridge tells Rich how Bradley Beal was able to force a trade to the Phoenix Suns, if Chris Paul will remain with the Washington Wizards or end up back in Los Angeles on the Lakers or Clippers and says if the Portland Trail Blazers and New Orleans Pelicans are likely to part ways with Damian Lillard and Zion Williamson.
Rich and the guy's debate if they’d rather have Damian Lillard or Zion Williamson on their favorite NBA team’s roster. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Titans All-Pro DT Jeffery Simmons tells guest host Kirk Morrison how he went from having his rookie season wrecked by injury to becoming a 2-time All-Pro, why he enjoys Mike Vrabel’s tough love coaching method, what sets Derrick Henry apart from other NFL running backs, and more.
Locked On NBA’s Howard Beck and Kirk discuss the Washington Wizards’ trading Bradley Beal to the Suns is a good move for Phoenix, if Chris Paul ends up back in Los Angeles with the Lakers or Clippers, if 7’4” phenom Victor Wembanyama can turn the San Antonio Spurs contenders again, who goes #2 in the NBA Draft, if the New Orleans Pelicans should trade Zion Williamson, and more.
Kirk and the guys discuss if the NFL, NBA, MLB and hockey should expand even more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Athletic’s CFB/golf writer Brody Miller tells guest host Kirk Morrison why the famed Los Angeles Country Club disappointed in his debut hosting a US Open, if winner Wyndham Clark will be a force on the PGA Tour going forward or just a flash-in-the-pan, if Rory McIlroy or Rickie Fowler had the more disappointing Sunday, and if Nick Saban’s Alabama Crimson Tide and Kirby Smart’s Georgia Bulldogs will continue to rule the roost in College Football next fall.
Kirk lists his top ten takeaways from the US Open week at L.A.C.C. including takes on Lionel Richie’s house, lots of walking and more, and reacts to Russell Wilson posting a video of his new off-season workout regimen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Guest host Kirk Morrison recaps golf’s US Open where Wyndham Clark outlasted Rory McIlroy and Rickie Fowler at L.A.C.C.
Ravens All-Pro Safety Marlon Humphrey joins Kirk in-studio where he reveals what it was like playing for Nick Saban at Alabama, how he spends is off-seasons, and explains his kinda-out-there-yet-oddly-compelling tweets that range from Aaron Rodgers as an astronaut to humans fighting gorillas to learning just recently that the Titanic was an actual cruise ship, if EA’s Madden franchise has it in for the Ravens, and what Baltimore’s new-look offense will look like next season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
NFL Network Analyst Cynthia Frelund joins guest host Steve Weissman in-studio where she explains how DeAndre Hopkins to the New England Patriots could impact the AFC East, why Aaron Rodgers makes the New York Jets Super Bowl contenders, why some NFL team shouldn’t overpay for free agent RB Dalvin Cook, which teams that missed the postseason last year will be in the playoffs this season, and more.
TJ breaks out his ‘Big-Ass Grab Bag’ to list his top 5 fictional restaurants. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Guest host Steve Weissman and the guys break down Lionel Messi’s decision to turn down a reported $1.6 Billion from the Saudis to join David Beckham’s Inter Miami MLS team instead.
PGA Tour pro Luke Donald tells Steve how he reacted to being named the 2023 European Ryder Cup Captain, the PGA Tour-LIV Golf merger, Netflix’s ‘Full Swing’ and more.
The guys discuss Shohei Ohtani’s uncertain future with the Angels. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Guest host Steve Weissman and the guys react to the Kansas City Chiefs’ new Super Bowl rings that feature A LOT of diamonds and weigh in on the party that was the Denver Nuggets’ victory parade.
‘The Daily Show’ comedian and ‘Tennis Anyone’ podcaster Michael Kosta tells Steve his impressions of Novak Djokovic’s 23rd grand slam title at the French Open, how he would improve tennis for fans and for the players, how he transitioned from mediocre pro tennis player to a successful career in stand-up, and more.
The guys react to the NBA suspending Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant 25 games. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
ESPN NFL Insider Field Yates tells guest host Steve Weissman if Bills Mafia should be concerned about Stefon Diggs tenuous relationship with Buffalo’s brass, if free agent WR DeAndre Hopkins should pursue the biggest payday or chase a Super Bowl ring, why NFL running backs are getting the big contracts anymore, and why Colts QB Anthony Richardson will be the most exciting rookie in the NFL next season. Chargers All-Pro OT Rashawn Slater and Steve discuss his goals for the upcoming season after missing all but three games last year with a torn pec, what changes new Offensive Coordinator Kellen Moore brings to the team, Justin Herbert’s quiet leadership, and more. The guys wrap up the hour responding to Tom Pelissero’s “attack on cheese” from yesterday’s show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Former NFL Safety Tre Boston tells guest host Steve Weissman why he’s “living the dream” hosting the Weather Channel’s ‘Fast: Home Rescue,’ why the Ravens should sign DeAndre Hopkins, if the Miami Dolphins are a good fit for Dalvin Cook, why the Chargers have the talent to win it all, if Lamar Jackson can lead Baltimore to the Super Bowl next season, and more. Steve and the guys discuss the value of running backs in today’s NFL and debate if Baltimore Ravens ultra-accurate K Justin Tucker is more valuable than a good RB. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Guest host Steve Weissman and the guys discuss if Novak Djokovic’s 23 career grand slam title makes him tennis’ G.O.A.T. Sports Illustrated/Tennis Channel’s Jon Wertheim tells Steve what it’s been like to do ’60 Minutes’ profiles on Bruce Springsteen and Charles Barkley, why he was shocked by not surprised by the PGA Tour/LIV Golf merger, if Novak Djokovic has slammed the door on the tennis G.O.A.T. debate, reveals what happens when you rent out your apartment to supermodels, and much more. With the Denver Nuggets and Vegas Golden Knights winning their respective titles this year, the guys debate which pro franchise will be the next to win its first championship. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In ‘What’s More Likely’ guest host Tom Pelissero weighs in on Kyler Murray, Justin Herbert, Joe Burrow, NFL rookie quarterbacks, the Seahawks, New York Giants, Steelers, Browns, DeAndre Hopkins and Dalvin Cook.
Tom makes a shocking revelation that he never eats cheese, and not because of a lactose intolerance, breaks down the Dallas Cowboys’ chances to get over the hump next season and return to the Super Bowl, tells Brockman what Dallas Head Coach Mike McCarthy must do to be a “lock” for the Pro Football Hall of Fame, and says why the Mac Jones/Bill O’Brien combo is the key to a successful season for Bill Belichick’s New England Patriots. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Guest host Tom Pelissero lists his top NFL stories that will dominate headlines from now until training camp and breaks down which teams would be the best fit for this season of HBO’s ‘Hark Knocks.’
Chargers Head Coach Brandon Staley and Tom discuss his team’s “hungry and focused” mindset heading into the upcoming NFL season, why having bigger receivers gives L.A. an edge, what new Offensive Coordinator Kellen Moore brings to the team, why Justin Herbert’s big contract extension will be worth it, how the Bolts are handling disgruntled RB Austin Ekeler, and what the Chargers must do to topple Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs from their AFC West perch.
The guys compare stories about the worst injuries they’ve suffered over the years, and Tom breaks down what impact new Baltimore Ravens OC Todd Monken will have on Lamar Jackson next season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Guest host Tom Pelissero and the guys react to the Vegas Golden Knights’ 9-2 thumping of the Florida Panthers to capture their first Stanley Cup, and Tom explains why he would be highly reluctant to drink out of the famed trophy if he were a player on the winning team.
Tom breaks down the latest in Stefon Diggs’ mysterious beef with the Buffalo Bills.
Browns Head Coach Kevin Stefanski tells Tom what Cleveland’s mindset is heading into the 2023 season, his expectations for QB Deshaun Watson, and why he embraced the chance to vie for bragging rights in the competitive AFC North. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Rich Eisen Show's Chris Brockman, TJ Jefferson, and Adam Chudwin break down the latest from the NBA. Follow the guys here: Twitter- @chrisbrockman, @achudwin Instagram- @brockshady, @tjjefferson, @achudwin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Golf Channel’s Rex Hoggard and guest host Tom Pelissero discuss the seismic shifts that could happen as a result of the PGA Tour-LIV Golf merger and previews this week’s US Open at the Los Angeles Country Club.
TJ challenges Tom and Chris to a name the head coach/QB combo the last time the Miam Dolphins, Chargers, Detroit Lions, Raiders, Washington, and Jacksonville Jaguars won 11 games in a season.
Tom and the guy's debate where the Buffalo Bills rank in a crowded field of Super Bowl contenders atop the NFL’s hierarchy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Guest host Tom Pelissero and the guys hold a 4-round expansion draft under the premise of the NFL expanding to 36 teams.
Leonard Fournette tells Tom how he’s handling being a free agent and what kind of team he’s looking to sign with, what playing with Tom Brady meant for his career, and more.
Free agent RB Dalvin Cook reveals to Tom the extent of the shoulder injury that’s nagged him over the past 4 seasons, what he’s looking for in his next team and how many QBs around the league have been blowing up his phone since his Vikings release, and more.
NFL Insider Ian Rapoport and Tom discuss the latest developments between Stefon Diggs and the Buffalo Bills, and Dalvin Cook and DeAndre Hopkins’ free agency options. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Guest host Tom Pelissero and the guys recap the Nuggets’ NBA Finals win over the Miami Heat that included a rather subdued celebration from Denver star Nikola Jokic.
Tom reacts to Stefon Diggs’ “curious” holdout from the Buffalo Bills’ off-season workouts.
Tom, under Brockman’s urging, lists his all-time best “Toms” including Tom Hanks, Tom Morello, Tom Brady, Tom Petty, and Succession’s fictional Tom Wambsgans. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
NBA.com’s Steve Aschburner tells guest host Tom Pelissero if the Miami Heat have a chance to win Game 5 and extend the NBA Finals, the challenges the Heat face in their overreliance on Jimmy Butler, and why Nikola Jokic resembles Hall of Famer Tim Duncan in his play on the hardwood and his modesty off the court.
Tom breaks down the Minnesota Vikings’ situation, why they cut ties with the still productive Pro Bowl RB Dalvin Cook, and what in the future for QB Kirk Cousins. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Guest host Tom Pelissero and the guys reflect on the anniversary of the Vince Vaughn/Jon Favreau comedy classic ‘Swingers.’
The guys react to Bill Belichick’s comments about meeting with free agent WR DeAndre Hopkins, and Tom explains why there are so many moving parts in an NFL trade that make blockbuster swaps difficult to pull off.
In ‘Overreaction Monday’ Tom weighs in on DeAndre Hopkins and the New England Patriots, Aaron Rodgers and the New York Jets, if the Chicago Bears should be on ‘Hard Knocks,’ if the Giants should break the bank for Saquon Barkley, Atlanta Falcons RB Bijan Robinson, the Denver Nuggets-Miami Heat NBA Finals, the Vegas Golden Knights-Florida Panthers Stanley Cup Final, and if ‘Raiders of the Lost Ark’ is the best Harrison Ford movie.
Tom and the guys preview Game 5 of the NBA finals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Guest host Tom Pelissero breaks down the latest in Saquon Barkley’s contract situation with the New York Giants and explains why it currently a “tough market” for NFL running backs.
Steelers WR Allen Robinson tells Tom what went wrong during his disastrous 2022 season with the Los Angeles Rams, why he has full confidence in QB Kenny Pickett and Head Coach Mike Tomlin, and what’s in store for Pittsburgh this season in a very competitive AFC North.
In honor of the 37th anniversary of the release of ‘Predator’ Brockman lists his Top 5 Arnold Schwarzenegger movies, and Tom reveals a shocking list of the all-time most popular films that he’s never seen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Comedian Guy Torry joins guest host Mike Hill in-studio to discuss his Lakers fandom, the NBA Finals, the difference between a “comic” and a “comedian,’ his high school football career and more.
FOX Sports NBA Analyst Jim Jackson tells Mike what changes Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray made to their games since being drafted that have taken then to the NBA Finals, what the Miami Heat must do to even up their series against the Denver Nuggets and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Guest host Mike Hill and the guys discuss Nikola Jokic’s lack of an ego and wonder if he needs a more arrogant alter-ego like Penny Hardaway’s ‘Little Penny’ back in the day, and Mike explains why he has full confidence Carolina Panthers rookie QB Bryce Young will be an NFL success story.
Author T.J. Newman tells Rich how she went from flight attendant to writing bestselling books about airline disasters like ‘Falling and ‘Drowning,’ and offers up her expert opinion on airplane etiquette including seat reclining, who gets the armrest and taking your shoes off mid-flight.
Mike and the guys react to Lionel Messi joining MLS. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Guest host Mike Hill and the guys break down the NBA Finals and debate if the Miami Heat can tie up the series against the Denver Nuggets.
The Athletic’s Joe Vardon tells Mike why the Heat should activate Tyler Herro for Game 4 against the Nuggets, comments on Nikola Jokic’s “utterly dominant” playoffs run, how bench role players could determine who wins the series, and why we haven’t seen “Playoff Jimmy” Butler so far in these Finals.
Mike explains why Nikola Jokic, despite being the best basketball player on the planet right now, needs to add a bit of swagger to his game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Seahawks WR DK Metcalf tells Rich why he’s excited for the return of LB Bobby Wagner to Seattle, why he’s expecting no drop off from Geno Smith next season, recaps his MVP performance in the NBA All-Star Celebrity Game, and sets the record straight about whether or not that viral video where he leapt out of the building is 100% legit, which leads to heated debate with Brockman about the clip’s veracity.
Actor Harold Perrineau joins Rich in-studio to discuss his MGM+ horror series ‘From,’ how he got his start in acting, his memorable turn on HBO’s groundbreaking ‘Oz’ prison drama, if he shares some fans disappointment with the ending of ‘Lost,’ and offers up his review of TJ Jefferson’s recent karaoke performance.
In ‘What’s More Likely’ Rich weighs in on Josh Allen, AFC West QBs vs AFC North QBs, the Dallas Cowboys, Dalvin Cook, DeAndre Hopkins, Cooper Kupp, Michael Thomas, and the NBA Finals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
NBA on TNT analyst Jamal Crawford tells Rich what makes Nuggets C Nikola Jokic so unique and if the Miami Heat have a chance vs Denver in the NBA Finals, what advice he has for former Memphis Grizzlies teammate Ja Morant, if Damian Lillard could be playing elsewhere next season, talks Chris Paul, Juwan Howard and Michigan hoops, and more.
Rich and the guy's marvel at the eye-popping first week of Cincinnati Reds rookie phenom Elly De La Cruz and reacts to the Minnesota Vikings’ head-scratching release of Dalvin Cook and lists the top destinations for the 4-time Pro Bowl running back. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich breaks down the Denver Nuggets’ NBA Finals Game 3 win over the Miami Heat lead by the continued dominance of Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray and updates the latest in the PGA Tour-LIV Golf merger that is stirring things up and turning current Tour members like Rory McIlroy against one another.
Golf Channel analyst Brandel Chamblee tells Rich that current LIV golfers are necessarily guaranteed a spot back on the PGA Tour of the controversial merger goes through, why infighting among Tour golfers is misdirected anger that should be turned toward LIV golfers and predicts what golf will look like once/if the merger goes through.
NFL Network Insider Tom Pelissero tells Rich why the Minnesota Vikings shockingly decided to part ways with 4-time Pro Bowl RB Dalvin Cook and which teams could be in the mix. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich and the guys react to reports that free agent WR DeAndre Hopkins is meeting with the Tennessee Titans, and debate if Buffalo Bills fans should be worried about the “Madden Curse” with QB Josh Allen on the Madden 24 cover this year.
Terry Crews joins Rich in-studio to discuss the new season of ‘America’s Got Talent,’ how he made the transition from NFL linebacker to finding success in the entertainment realm, how he reacted to getting to stare down Denzel Washington in that classic “King Kong” scene in ‘Training Day,’ and why the way the NFL handled the Damar Hamlin situation showed him that the league has changed for the better, and why Washington Commanders OC Eric Bieniemy deserves to be an NFL head coach. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Pro Football Hall of Famer Terrell Davis and Rich discuss his viral moment at the NBA Finals Game 2 in Denver where he was famously shown surrounded by celebrating Miami Heat fans, and breaks down what new head coach Sean Payton means for Russell Wilson and the Denver Broncos after a disastrous 2022 season.
Actor Paddy Considine joins Rich in-studio to discuss his memorable role of King Viserys Targaryen in HBO’s ‘House of the Dragon,’ why he’s not a big fan of watching his own performances, says why he loves boxing but not MMA, and reveals how far the makers or ‘The Bourne Ultimatum’ went to capture a realistic vibe in the Matt Damon thriller.
Richs weighs in on his 20th anniversary and shares his best memories from his wedding. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich weighs in on the resounding impact of the stunning PGA Tour-LIV Golf merger and the blatant hypocrisy shown by Tour commissioner Jay Monahan after months of railing against the Saudi-backed upstart.
CNBC’s ‘Squawk on the Street’ host David Faber tells Rich how soon the PGA Tour-LIV Golf merger could take place, how many billions the deal could be worth, and who will control the new entity once all the dotted lines have been signed.
Rich and the guys preview Game 3 of the Heat vs Nuggets. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
NHL on TNT Analyst Eddie Olczyk tells Rich if the Florida Panthers can right the ship after going down 0-2 to the Vegas Golden Knights and predicts how the rest of the Stanley Cup Final will play out in around of ‘What’s More Likely.’
The Fire Pit Collective’s Alan Shipnuck tells Rich why the stunning PGA Tour-LIV Golf merger is the biggest golf story of the century, if the merger vindicates Phil Mickelson became the face of LIV Golf early on much to the chagrin of many of his peers, how the merger will impact the PGA Tour rank and file and golf’s majors, and what it means for Greg Norman’s legacy in the sport. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Baseball Hall of Famer Reggie Jackson joins Rich in-studio where he discusses, along with activist Richard Lapchick, the need for more inclusion and diversity in sports, reveals why he played his best under the “Mr. October” spotlight, shares his favorite George Steinbrenner and Joe DiMaggio stories along with a box of ‘Reggie’ candy bars, and reveals how he landed memorable roles in ‘The Naked Gun’ and “The Love Boat.’ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich reacts to the shocking news that not only are the PGA Tour and LIV Tour mending fences but also merging golf tours.
Big Ten Commissioner Tony Petitti and Rich discuss the intricacies of incorporating UCLA and USC into the conference, if further expansion is on the horizon, and shares his favorite memories of working with legendary sportscasters like Keith Jackson and Dick Enberg.
Rich predicts (complains??) that Michigan will get stuck in the same Big Ten conference as USC, and the guy's debate if Urban Meyer could still be a highly successful coach if he returned to college football. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
MLB writer Scott Miller tells guest host Kirk Morrison why we could see a Dodgers vs Yankees World Series in the near future, if Stephen Strasburg’s latest elbow injury will end the former World Series MVP’s career, and if the success of the AL East top-to-bottom or the failure of the high-priced Padres is the bigger surprise this season.
TJ and Kirk list the top sports documentaries they’d like to see made. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Guest host Kirk Morrison and the guys react to a report that Kyrie Irving has reached out to LeBron James about joining him and Luka Doncic on the Dallas Mavericks.
‘Stanley Cup Central’ NHL Insider Pierre McGuire tells Kirk how the Vegas Golden Knights have quickly created a great hockey environment in their short-but-successful history, what to expect in the Stanley Cup Final Game 2 and more.
Kirk and the guy's debate if the retired Tom Brady would consider another NFL comeback if the right situation arose. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Guest host Kirk Morrison and the guys recap the Miami Heat’s huge Game 2 win over the Denver Nuggets in the NBA Finals.
‘Locked On NBA’ host Howard Beck tells Kirk what the difference was for the Miami Heat between their Game 1 loss and their Game 2 win over the Nuggets, what veterans Kyle Lowry and Kevin Love bring to Miami, if Eric Spoelstra’s approach to guarding Nikola Jokic is working, Gabe Vincent’s playoff ascendence, and how the Nuggets handle their first bit of adversity in the playoffs this year.
Kirk reveals he watched the Heat-Nuggets Game 2 with his mom who had some hilarious (and actually astute) observations about what went down in Denver. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Rich Eisen Show's Chris Brockman, TJ Jefferson, and Adam Chudwin break down the latest from the NBA. Follow the guys here: Twitter-@chrisbrockman, @achudwin Instagram- @brockshady, @tjjefferson, @achudwin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
NHL on TNT analyst Paul Bissonnette tells Rich what it’s been like working alongside Wayne Gretzky on TV, why he’s predicting the Florida Panthers to beat the Las Vegas Golden Knights in the Stanley Cup Final, and reveals how he got his “Biz Nasty” nickname and if he was truly once kicked off Twitter. Akbar Gbajabiamila and Matt Iseman join Rich in-studio to discuss the new season of ‘American Ninja Warrior’ and if the NFL’s Pro Bowl should more resemble ANW, and Akbar walks back (sort of??) his recent tweet where he inaccurately reported that the Titans were trading All-Pro RB Derrick Henry to the Philadelphia Eagles. Rich and the guys discuss which team should trade for Titans RB Derrick Henry and who should sign free agent Ezekiel Elliott. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In ‘What’s More Likely’ Rich weighs in on CJ Stroud, Trey Lance, Kyle Shanahan, Josh McDaniels, Ezekiel Elliott, DeAndre Hopkins, Odell Beckham Jr, the NBA Finals, and Dodgers vs Yankees. Jaguars Head Coach Doug Pederson tells Rich what he’s expecting out of Trevor Lawrence in 2023 after the QB made huge strides last season, what new WR Calvin Ridley brings to Jacksonville, how he’s preparing for a challenging early-season schedule that includes two games in London, and more. Rich and the guys react to a report that Russell Wilson was almost traded the Philadelphia Eagles a year ago, and debate if new 76ers coach Nick Nurse would be better off with or without James Harden. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich reacts to the Denver Nuggets’ Game 1 win over the Miami Heat in the NBA Finals on the back of Nikola Jokic’s historic night, and comments on the latest news on Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant who appears to be looking at a lengthy suspension after his latest social media gun video post. ESPN’s Stephen A. Smith tells Rich why Nikola Jokic and the Nuggets might be too much for the Heat to handle in the NBA Finals, what Miami can do (if anything) to steal Game 2 in Denver, his reaction to the Phoenix Suns hiring Frank Vogel and the Detroit Pistons hiring Monty Williams, and reveals that people close to embattled Memphis Grizzlies star Ja Morant fear his reckless lifestyle might end of with him dead in the next five years. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich and the guys offer up their predictions on how the Miami Heat vs Denver Nuggets NBA Finals will play out, and 76ers fan TJ reacts to the Sixers’ hiring former Toronto Raptors head coach Nick Nurse.
Rich reacts to a far-fetched theory the somehow links the 1920 World Series to the series finale of ‘Succession.’
Rolling Stone Chief TV Critic Alan Sepinwall and Rich discuss the series finale of ‘Succession,’ what made the acclaimed HBO drama so memorable and if we can expect any spinoffs down the road, and why he’d be shocked if this was truly the final season of ‘Ted Lasso.’ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Buccaneers RB Rachaad White tells Rich what it’s like to be in the huddle with Tom Brady as a rookie, how the team handled that Week 12 loss to the Browns, if he’s should be in your fantasy football starting lineup this week, and more.Rich previews some the best games on the NFL Week 13 schedule including the Giants vs Commanders, Raiders vs Chargers and Jets vs Vikings.Rich reacts to Lamar Jackson explaining his profane Twitter response to a fan who trolled him and offers up some advice for the Baltimore Ravens QB.Brockman prepares us for the USA vs the Netherlands World Cup with his ‘Top 5 Dutch Fun Facts,’ and offers up his betting advice for NFL Week 13 in ‘Sneaky Good Games.’Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich previews USC vs Utah in the Pac-12 title game and explains what’s at stake for the Trojans and subsequently for the Ohio State Buckeyes.Saints DB Tyrann Mathieu and Rich discuss New Orleans’ up-and-down season as they prepare to face NFC South rival Tom Brady and the Buccaneers, how he sees LSU vs Georgia in the SEC title game playing out, and what it’s been like to return to play in his hometown, NOLA.In his ‘What’s More Likely’ segment Rich weighs in on the Jets, Titans, AJ Brown, Deshaun Watson’s return to the field, who wins Commanders vs Giants, if the Cowboys or Ravens get caught napping on Sunday, if Joe Burrow and the Bengals can beat Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs again, who wins Dolphins vs 49ers, and if Ohio State can sneak into the College Football Playoff.TJ preaches his NFL Week 13 fantasy football advice.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich recaps Josh Allen and the Buffalo Bills’ Thursday Night Football win over the Patriots and weighs in on QB Mac Jones’ over frustration with New England’s play calling in their loss to Buffalo.NBC Sports Boston’s Tom Curran tells Rich why the Patriots’ offense “has regressed to drastically” this season and if there’s any hope Bill Belichick can turn things around a steer the Pats back to the playoffs.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In response to reports that many Broncos teammates snubbed Russell Wilson’s birthday party recently Rich lists the top ten NFL quarterbacks whose b’day bashes he wouldn’t miss for the world.
Actor/comedian Kumail Nanjiani joins Rich in-studio to discuss his new Hulu series ‘Welcome to Chippendales’ that is actually darker than you’d think, tries to win Rich over to watching Cricket, reveals how he reacted to joining the ‘Star Wars’ universe on his first day of filming ‘Obi-Wan Kenobi’ with Ewan McGregor, and talks ‘The Big Sick’ and ‘Silicon Valley’ in a round of ‘Celebrity True or False.’
Rich previews the Buffalo Bills vs New England Patriots on Thursday Night Football and the game’s huge AFC playoff implications. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Pro Football Talk’s Mike Florio and Rich discuss if Russell Wilson or Nathaniel Hackett is more to blame for the Broncos bad season, Jerry Jones’ controversial photo from 1957 at Little Rock High School, how Aaron Rodgers massive contract impacts his Packers future, why Deshaun Watson isn’t saying much in his return to the Cleveland Browns, why Kliff Kingsbury could take the fall in Arizona instead of Kyler Murray, and the chances Sean Payton is coaching in the NFL next season.
Rich does a viewer-inspired version of ‘What’s More Likely,’ debates which is the best Eddie Murphy movie, and updates the latest on the USMNT’s Christian Pulisic’s “pelvic contusion” injury in the World Cup. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich reacts to the possibility of the Broncos benching the struggling Russell Wilson.
ESPN’s Robert Griffin III tells Rich what Wilson and the Broncos can do, if anything, to turn around their disappointing season, explains why Vikings CB Patrick Peterson was wrong to publicly call out his former QB Kyler Murray, says why the Packers should bench the ailing Aaron Rodgers for Jordan Love, and says if Lamar Jackson’s recent profane Twitter response to a Ravens fan will impact his contract negotiations with the team.
Rich and the guys weigh in on the Peterson/Kyler beef and debate which NFL teams (ahem, Cardinals) are most in need of a complete reset. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich reacts to the USMNT’s 1-0 win over Iran to advance to the knockout stage of the World Cup thanks to Christian Pulisic’s daring goal that resulted in a “pelvic contusion.”
Rich reveals his latest NFL Power Rankings heading into Week 13.
Vikings CB Patrick Peterson tells Rich why he’s as adept at playing video game golf and cooking gourmet meals as he is at intercepting footballs, how he’s preparing to face QB Mike White and the surprising Jets, his reaction to Justin Jefferson’s incredible catch against the Bills, what he has to say to Vikings doubters, and reveals why Kirk Cousins is one of the most beloved players in the Minnesota locker room.
Rich and the guys wish Bo Jackson a happy 60th birthday and marvel at some of the two-sport star’s most memorable moments from his NFL and MLB careers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich and the guys react to a report out of Denver that a number of Broncos teammates snubbed Russell Wilson by no-showing for his birthday party thrown by Ciara.
ESPN’s Mina Kimes joins Rich in-studio to discuss the Russell Wilson and the Broncos’ HIGHLY disappointing season, if the Seahawks early-season success was all smoke and mirrors, why the 49ers vs Dolphins is the best NFL Week 13 game, why the Bengals can win the AFC North, reveals her choice for NFL Coach of the Year so far, and says why the Cowboys are a top 5 team. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich reacts to the latest College Football Playoff rankings that saw USC move up to the 4th spot with Ohio State lurking at #5, and ponders if Jets QB Mike White should channel his inner Joe Namath and show up to a game wearing a fur coat a la Broadway Joe.
ESPN ‘College GameDay’ analyst Desmond Howard tells Rich his reaction to the latest CFP rankings and if the OSU Buckeyes could move up if either Southern Cal or TCU loses in their conference title games, why people love to hate Jim Harbaugh and Michigan, why USC QB Caleb Williams isn’t getting his Heisman Trophy vote, and his reaction to the Wolverines’ latest blowout win over arch-rival Ohio State.
Rich recaps his night hosting a panel discussion of HBO’s ‘Winning Time’ and Brockman recaps taking his 2-year-old son Cage to visit Santa last night. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Brand-new Nebraska Head Football Coach Matt Rhule tells Rich why he chose to return to college football to coach the Cornhuskers and says if he has any regrets about his tenure with the Carolina Panthers.
Actor Christopher McDonald joins Rich in-studio where he talks Netflix’s ‘The Watcher,’ HBO’s ‘Hacks, his love of the Buffalo Bills, and unveils a brand new “Shooter McGavin” that he designed himself.
Rich breaks down the current NFL Draft order and explains why it was worth it for the Rams to give up a potential top 5 selection in next year’s draft in the Matthew Stafford trade. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Fox Sports/The Athletic’s Bruce Feldman joins Rich in-studio where he breaks down Michigan’s “shocking” rout of Ohio State, predicts how the latest College Football Playoff rankings will play out, says why Auburn overlooked Hugh Freeze’s dicey background and brought him back to the SEC, why Auburn passed on Deion Sanders and the chances Coach Prime takes the Colorado job, and says if the likes of USC’s Caleb Williams and UNC’s Drake Maye have ushered in the era of free agent college football quarterbacks.
Rich recaps Kenny Pickett and the Steelers’ Monday Night Football win over the Indianapolis Colts and breaks down Jeff Saturday’s highly questionable clock management at the end of the game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich recaps the NFL season to date and breaks down the latest playoffs landscape heading into Week 13, and the guys reveal their top 5 picks for NFL MVP so far.
Rich and the guys debate how the latest College Football Playoff rankings will play out and if a Pac-12 Champion USC should be in over a 1-loss Ohio State team. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich reacts to the Odell Beckham Jr. airplane incident in Miami and if it will impact teams’ interest in the free agent WR, and in his ‘Overreaction Monday’ segment Rich weighs in on the Jets Super Bowl chances with Mike White at quarterback, who wins the NFC South and the AFC North, if Jalen Hurts can keep running the ball this much, if the Cardinals regret extending Kyler Murray and Kliff Kingsbury, if the Raiders can go on a run and somehow make the playoffs, and responds to the hottest hot takes from Ohio State fans after the Buckeyes’ blowout loss to Michigan for the 2nd year in a row.
Rich and the guys react to what could be an up-and-coming trend in team sports headwear, and Steelers LB TJ Watt tells Rich tells Rich how he’s dealing with Pittsburgh’s disappointing season that was interrupted by injury, why he’s impressed with the confidence of rookie QB Kenny Pickett, facing the Colts on Monday Night Football and more.
Rich comments on Trevor Lawrence’s big Week 12 game and says how much difference a year without Urban Meyer has helped the development of the Jaguars QB. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich reacts to Mike White’s big 3-touchdown game stepping in as the Jets’ starting QB over the benched Zach Wilson.
Two-time Super Bowl champion and ‘Green Light’ podcasts host Chris Long tells Rich which NFL teams are the best-positioned to make a deep run in the playoffs, if it’s time for the Green Bay Packers to move on from Aaron Rodgers, why Tom Brady can’t retire if the Buccaneers miss the playoffs, what Tua Tagovailoa and the Miami Dolphins have to prove in Week 13 against the 49ers, if he’s concerned about Lamar Jackson and the Ravens, if the Jets should stick with Mike White at QB over Zach Wilson for the rest of the season, and why Broncos teammates are getting frustrated with Russell Wilson’s lack of production in Denver.
Rich responds to the Raiders’ thrilling overtime win over the Seahawks leg by RB Josh Jacobs’ 303 yards of total offense for Las Vegas. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich recaps the not-so-great Week 12 for Packers QB Aaron Rodgers and Buccaneers QB Tom Brady saying why there’s been a changing of the guard atop the NFL quarterback hierarchy.
Michigan alum Rich announces he will spend nearly every moment of the next 365 days gloating over the Wolverines’ latest route of Big Ten arch-rival Ohio State Buckeyes.
Rich recaps Joe Burrow and the Cincinnati Bengals’ impressive Week 12 win over the Tennessee Titans. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dan Schwartzman in for Rich Eisen. Dan talks to Brian Costello, NY Post NFL Writer. Will the Jets succeed with Mike White at QB or will they need to put Zach Wilson back in? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dan Schwartzman in for Rich Eisen. Dan talks about Aaron Judge and which team he might go to or will he stay with the Yankees. More NFL talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dan Schwartzman in for Rich Eisen. Howard Beck, SI NBA Writer joins Dan to talk about the state of the NBA and who's hot right now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Brian Webber in for Rich Eisen Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Brian Webber in for Rich Eisen Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In a special Wednesday version of ‘What’s More Likely’ Rich weighs in on the Lions, Bills, Giants, Cowboys, and Kirk Cousins, and debates what his mental state will be once the final seconds tick of the clock of the Ohio State-Michigan game. Actor Sam Jaeger joins Rich in-studio to discuss the season finale of Hulu’s ‘The Handmaid’s Tale,’ his deep-rooted love of Ohio State Buckeyes football and his new Netflix series ‘Devil in Ohio.’ Michigan alum Rich offers up some words of inspiration to the Wolverines football team ahead of Saturday’s rivalry game against the Buckeyes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich unveils his brand-new NFL Power Rankings with the Cowboys and 49ers rising while the Vikings take a big slide after their blowout loss to Dallas. FOX Sports’ play-by-play announcer extraordinaire Gus Johnson joins Rich in-studio where he recounts his humble sportscasting origins to calling some of the most memorable games in sports history, says why USC QB Caleb Williams gets his Heisman Trophy vote, previews Ohio State-Michigan, and says how he strived to carve his own place in the sportscasting world, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jets fan Rich reacts to head coach Robert Saleh benching Zach Wilson after the 2nd-year QB’s erratic play this season. Pro Football Hall of Famer/Michigan Heisman Trophy Winner Charles Woodson and Rich preview the Wolverines’ annual grudge match against the Ohio State Buckeyes and says if he thinks the loser still has a shot to reach the College Football Playoff. Rich reacts to the latest College Football Playoff rankings and gets into a heated debate with Brockman about how many people will be tuned into Ohio State-Michigan on Saturday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
‘Inside the NBA’ host Ernie Johnson tells Rich his fondest memories of growing up around baseball legends Hank Aaron and Vin Scully, reveals what it’s really like on the set of ‘Inside the NBA’ alongside Charles Barkley, Shaq and Kenny Smith, and recaps the top storylines of the young basketball season so far. Comedian Adam Ray joins Rich in-studio to discuss his new Hulu series ‘Welcome to Chippendales,’ his abhorrence for Caesar Salad-flavored candy canes, reveals his list of slogans for Russell Wilson to replace “Let’s Ride,” reveals what Henry Winkler asked him the first time he met him and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich and the guys discuss the 49ers Jimmy Garoppolo conundrum: do they stick with the veteran QB if he leads them to a Super Bowl or go back to Trey Lance as their starting QB? TCU Head Coach Sonny Dykes and Rich discuss the Horned Frogs chances to reach the College Football Playoff, recaps his team’s thrilling last-second win over Baylor to improve to 11-0, and more. Rich lists his top 5 NFL Thanksgiving week storylines including Odell Beckham Jr., Tom Brady and the Buccaneers, Aaron Rodgers and the Packers, the Bengals vs Titans, Zach Wilson and the Jets and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich recaps the Jimmy Garoppolo and 49ers’ Monday Night Football domination of the Arizona Cardinals and says the Niners’ MNF rout shows why the Dallas Cowboys need to sign Odell Beckham Jr. now more than ever. NFL Insider Ian Rapoport tell Rich why the 49ers’ trade for Christian McCaffery looks like a bargain now, if the Cowboys are the frontrunner to sign Odell Beckham Jr., just how injured Chicago Bears QB Justin Fields’ non-throwing shoulder is, if the Jets are losing patience with erratic 2nd-year quarterback Zach Wilson, which NFL hot seats are warming up, and if Jeff Saturday has a chance to have the “interim” tag removed from his Colts Head Coach title. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In ‘Overreaction Monday’ Rich weighs in on the Jets’, Giants’ and Commanders’ playoff chances, if the Patriots or Jets will be led by QBs Mac Jones and Zach Wilson next season, the Raiders’ win over the Broncos, if the Vikings have been exposed as frauds, and if the Bengals or Ravens are better positioned to win the AFC North. Emmy-winner actor Henry Winkler recaps his big day getting to meet Patrick Mahomes before the Chiefs-Chargers game which originated back in June when the ‘Barry’ star came on the show to profess his deep fandom of the Kansas City quarterback with an invitation to have him come over to his house for a homemade meal. Rich recaps the big CFB weekend and argues that the loser of Ohio State vs Michigan deserves a spot in the College Football Playoff over 1-loss USC even if the Trojans win out and capture the Pac-12 crown. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Two-time Super Bowl Champion and ‘Green Light’ podcast host Chris Long tells Rich why he’s still unsure the Dallas Cowboys are the NFC’s best team despite their 40-3 demolition of the previously 1-loss Vikings, hammers Jets QB Zach Wilson for failing to take accountability for his poor play in the Jets’ loss to the Patriots, says why no one in the NFL can match Patrick Mahomes’ killer instinct, and more. Rich and the guys react to the Denver Broncos releasing veteran fumble-prone RB Melvin Gordon III, and preview the 2022 World Cup with questions most Americans might have about soccer on the worldwide stage. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich reacts to the Cowboys 40-3 throttling of the Minnesota Vikings and says why Dallas looks every bit the Super Bowl contender, especially if they add Odell Beckham Jr., says why the Green Bay Packers playoff hopes are all but done, and recaps yet another Patrick Mahomes comeback win as the Chiefs dashed the Chargers’ hopes on Sunday Night Football. Jets fan Rich reacts to New York’s heartbreaking loss to the Patriots on a late game punt return TD and explains how 2nd-year QB Zach Wilson is a major impediment to the team’s playoff hopes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Hall of Fame RB Marshall Faulk tells guest host Suzy Shuster how much blame falls at the feet of Aaron Rodgers for the Packers 4-7 season, how Kirk Cousins has won him over this season, if he’s concerned about Josh Allen’s slump, is excitement for Patrick Mahomes vs Justin Herbert, why Russell Wilson needs a hug, why Tua Tagovailoa deserves to be called “elite,” and predicts that Robert Saleh will lead the Jets to the playoffs this season. Cardinals DE JJ Watt tells Rich how becoming a new father has impacted his life on and off the football field, and previews Arizona’s huge Monday Night Football NFC West showdown with Christian McCaffrey, Jimmy Garoppolo and the San Francisco 49ers. Brockman reveals his ‘Sneaky Good Games’ for NFL Week 11 featuring the Colts vs Eagles, Bears vs Falcons, Jets vs Patriots, and Giants vs Lions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
49ers DE Nick Bosa and Rich discuss the Niners’ season and the stability Jimmy Garoppolo has brought coming off the bench for the injured Trey Lance, says why he’s 100% in favor of replacing artificial turf fields with real grass, and engages in some good-natured Ohio State-Michigan banter as the Buckeyes-Wolverines rivalry game approaches. ESPN’s Jeremy Schaap tells guest host Suzy Shuster why he thinks “The Play” from the Cal-Stanford game 40 years ago this week is the “greatest moment in the history of sports,’ weighs in on the World Cup beer controversy and more. TJ preaches is fantasy football advice for NFL Week 11. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Guest host Suzy Shuster, Brockman and TJ recap the Titans’ Thursday Night Football win over the Packers and speculate on Green Bay’s rapidly vanishing playoff hopes and Aaron Rodgers rapidly diminishing skills. Rich calls in where he explains why the “Packers are done” with only a slim chance to reach the playoffs this season and why Aaron Rodgers, not Jordan Love, will still be Green Bay’s QB in 2023, makes the case for Derrick Henry as a Hall of Fame if he retired today, and in his weekly ‘What’s More Likely’ weighs in on Josh McDaniels’ and Nathaniel Hacketts’ Raiders and Broncos futures, the Dolphins, Vikings, Giants, Chiefs, Tom Brady’s future, Justin Fields vs the Falcons, and the Bills and Eagles in their Week 11 matchups. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dan Patrick and guest host Suzy Shuster talk Titans-Packers, tequila, pickleball, getting too competitive with your kids and much more. Comedian/host Stephen Colbert and Rich discuss his new CBS show ‘Pickled’ which features the up-and-coming pickleball craze, enjoying his ‘Late Show’ talk show gig, and reveals how he met Jon Stewart for the first time when he took over ‘The Daily Show’ on Comedy Central. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Guest host Suzy Shuster and the guys break down the Nets dysfunction and debate where Brooklyn’s awful chemistry experiment ranks among the NBA’s all-time failures. 76ers Head Coach Doc Rivers and Suzy discuss Joel Embiid’s growth as a leader this season, says why the Nets could still be a dangerous team in the Eastern Conference, breaks down his beloved Chicago Bears season and his high hopes for QB Justin Fields, and more. Suzy and the guys discuss the hard-to-get Taylor Swift concert tickets and reveal which bands and performers they’d like to see live most. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Commanders Head Coach Ron Rivera tells guest host Suzy Shuster why he’s happy to ride Taylor Heinicke’s hot hand while incumbent starter Carson Wentz is out with and injury, reveals the emotional toll of missing family moments due to the time demands of being an NFL head coach, and says what it was like being on the field for the Cal-Stanford’s famous “The Play” 40 years ago. Suzy, Brockman and TJ preview Packers vs Titans on Thursday Night Football and debate if Green Bay has a shot to make the playoffs still. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Tennessee WR Jalin Hyatt and Rich discuss his rise from obscurity to becoming one of the top receivers in College Football this season, his chemistry with QB Hendon Hooker, and what it was like celebrating the Vols’ win over Alabama by smoking a cigar in the locker room with Peyton Manning. Actor Luis Guzman joins Rich in-studio to discuss his new Tim Burton-directed Addams Family Netflix series ‘Wednesday,’ and talks ‘Boogie Nights, Burt Reynolds, Al Pacino, ‘Calito’s Way,’ and ‘Ghost’ in a round of Celebrity True or False.’ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Director Robert Alexander joins Rich in-studio to discuss his new 4-part HBO documentary on Shaquille O’Neal, reveals that Kobe Bryant’s family asked him to cut back on the Kobe-related content in the series, says how he reacted when hearing Tom Brady mention “that MF’er” when directing an episode of LeBron’s ‘The Shop,’ and weighs in on the decision to not air Kanye West’s controversial episode of the unscripted HBO show. Alabama All-American LB Will Anderson Jr. and Rich discuss his rise as one of the nation’s most feared pass rushers, reveals if he was benched during the Crimson Tide’s spring practice because he was too dominant, and gets some career advice from Rich for a post-playing career in sports media. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Michigan alum Rich reacts to the latest College Football Playoff rankings that has his Wolverines behind arch-rival Ohio State. Rich and the guys debate which team would give free agent WR Odell Beckham Jr. the best chance to win another Super Bowl ring this season, and reveals his brand-new NFL Top 10 Power Rankings. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich recaps his trip to Munich, Germany to call play-by-play for the Buccaneers vs Seahawks describing the scene as a city-wide party. Actor Glen Powell joins Rich in-studio to discuss his new film ‘Devotion,’ why he can’t wait to see Arch Manning play for his Texas Longhorns, and talks ‘Top Gun: Maverick,’ Tom Cruise secret worldwide cake operation, career advice from Denzel Washington, pet monkies and more in a round of ‘Celebrity True or False.’ Rich weighs in on the Buccaneers’ Week 10 win over the Seahawks and says why he’s optimistic Tom Brady can lead Tampa Bay back to the playoffs again. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich breaks down the NFL landscape after ten weeks and says why half the league has a legit chance to win the Super Bowl, and in special Tuesday version of ‘Overreaction Monday’ weighs in on the Colts, Giants, Bills, Tua’s MVP chances, and if the Seahawks bubble is about to burst. Three-time Academy Award nominee Sylvester Stallone and Rich discuss his new Paramount+ series ‘Tulsa King,’ reveals the origins story behind ‘Rocky’ and says if the Oscar-winning film is a sports movie or a love story, and more. Rich reacts to Jeff Saturday winning his NFL head coaching debut with the Colts and weighs in on the Raiders’ implosion after having great expectations coming into the season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich recaps the Washington Commanders handing the Philadelphia Eagles their first loss of the season on Monday Night Football, says why he’s not concerned about Josh Allen and the Bills and reacts to Justin Jefferson’s amazing catch that played a key role in the Vikings’ comeback win against Buffalo. Two-time Super Bowl champion and ‘Green Light’ podcast host Chris Long tells Rich why the 8-1 Vikings are legit after their comeback win on the road against the Bills, what the Eagles first loss of the season means for the NFC playoff picture, reacts to the key wins by Tom Brady and Aaron Rodgers for the Buccaneers and Packers, weighs in on the Raiders lost season and the NFL head coaching debut by the Colts’ Jeff Saturday, and reacts to the murder of three football players at his alma mater the University of Virginia. Rich reacts to the news that Rams All-Pro WR Cooper Kupp his heading to IR after having ankle surgery. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Vikings Analyst/Sideline reporter Ben Leber tells guest host Kirk Morrison why the Vikes’ Week 10 comeback win over the Buffalo Bills was the best football game he’s ever watched, where Justin Jefferson’s amazing 4th down 1-handed catch ranks in NFL lore, what new head coach Kevin O’Connell brings to the team that former HC Mike Zimmer lacked, how QB Kirk Cousins has taken his game to another level this season, and reveals what it’s really like on those team plane flights home when the boom box is blaring, shirts are coming off and the bling is blinging. In ‘Overreaction Monday’ Kirk weighs in on the Colts’ playoff chance under interim head coach Jeff Saturday, Mike McCarthy’s controversial decision to go for it on 4th down in the Cowboys’ overtime loss to the Packers, Green Bays’ playoff chances, if the 8-1 Vikings are the NFL’s best team, if Sean Payton could be the Chargers head coach in 2023, if Giants RB Saquon Barkley should be in the MVP conversation, and if the Dolphins have the NFL’s best offense. Kirk and the guys react to the tragic shooting at the University of Virginia that took the lives of three Cavaliers football players. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Guest host Kirk Morrison reacts to Jeff Saturday getting the win for the Colts in his NFL head coaching debut and breaks down why the Raiders’ once-promising season quickly circled the drain under new head coach Josh McDaniels. The MMQB’s Andrew Brandt tells Kirk why he wasn’t as critical of the Colts hiring Jeff Saturday as other pundits, if the Packers’ Week 10 comeback win over the Dallas Cowboys can turn Green Bay’s season around, if the Raiders and Broncos regret trading for Davante Adams and Russell Wilson, and why the defending Super Bowl champion Rams are dead in the water. Kirk weighs in on Patrick Mahomes’ MVP-caliber season and explains why we are beginning to take the Chiefs QB’s greatness for granted. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Guest host Kirk Morrison recaps the wild Week 10 NFL slate of games. Cardinals Insider Howard Balzer and Kirk recap the Vikings’ amazing overtime win over the Buffalo Bills, says if Josh Allen should still be the NFL MVP frontrunner, if Kirk Cousins belongs in the Hall of Fame if he wins a Super Bowl, recaps Tom Brady’s and Aaron Rodgers’ WK10 wins, says if the Cardinals’ Kyler Murray drama will drag on throughout the season, and reacts to Jeff Saturday getting the W in his NFL head coaching debut. Kirk reacts to Tua Tagovailoa and the Dolphins’ rout of the Browns and compares his breakout season to that of Philadelphia Eagles QB Jalen Hurts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Former NFL Pro Bowl DE Cliff Avril tells guest host Tom Pelissero how this year’s surprising Seahawks have a similar mindset to his Legion of Boom squads, reacts to his former QB Russell Wilson’s struggles with the Denver Broncos, and more.
Titans CB Kristian Fulton tells Tom what positives Tennessee took from their Week 9 loss to the Chiefs, how head coach Mike Vrabel’s personality rubs off on the team, how he’s preparing to face Russell Wilson and the Broncos in Week 10.
Rich calls in from Munich, Germany ahead of calling the play-by-play for the NFL Network’s telecast of the Buccaneers vs the Seahawks, and Brockman offers up his NFL Week 10 picks in ‘Sneaky Good Games.’ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Guest host Tom Pelissero and Brockman play “What’s More Likely” with topics including Jimmy Garoppolo, Ryan Tannehill, Lamar Jackson, Jalen Hurts, Sean Payton, the Rams’ struggles, Tom Brady’s Buccaneers future, and the Bills, Vikings, Chargers, Patriots and Bengals playoffs scenarios.
Director Jim Mahoney joins Tom in-studio to discuss his new film ‘Bar Fight!’ and reveals how he shot a full-length feature film in just 15 days.
TJ preaches his NFL Week 10 fantasy football advice. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Guest host Tom Pelissero updates the elbow injury status of Buffalo Bills QB Josh Allen and recaps the Carolina Panthers’ Thursday Night Football win over NFC South rival Atlanta Falcons that was highlighted by Baker Mayfield’s odd head-butting celebration at the end of the game.
Tulane Head Coach Willie Fritz and Tom discuss the Green Wave’s 8-1 start that has them #17 in the current College Football Playoff rankings, if he uses New Orleans’ famed Bourbon Street as a recruiting tool, and more.
Tom and the guys update the injury status of Dallas RB Ezekiel Elliott and preview the Cowboys vs Green Bay Packers in Week 10. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
North Carolina State Head Coach Dave Doeren and guest host Tom Pelissero discuss the Wolfpack’s 7-2 start and more.
Vikings All-Pro Safety Harrison Smith tells Tom how new head coach Kevin O’Connell has brought new confidence and positivity to Minnesota, says what’s different about Kirk “Kirk Thuggins” Cousins this season, and previews facing the Buffalo Bills (possibly without Josh Allen) in Week 10.
Tom previews the Falcons vs Panthers on Thursday Night Football saying what’s at stake for Atlanta in their NFC South showdown. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Guest host Tom Pelissero reveals the inner workings of becoming an “NFL Insider.”
NFL Insider Ian Rapoport and Tom discuss the civil lawsuit filed against the Commands and the NFL by the DC Attorney General, says if Bills Mafia can expect QB Josh Allen to miss games with his elbow injury, why there’s a good chance Colt McCoy starts for the Cardinals in place of Kyler Murray, if Cards WR DeAndre Hopkins wants out of Arizona, says if Raiders HC Josh McDaniels is on the hot seat, and weighs in on the Colts hiring the inexperienced Jeff Saturday as their interim head coach. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Guest host Tom Pelissero breaks down the latest example of the Washington Commanders’ uncharted dysfunction and previews what’s at stake for the Carolina Panthers and the Atlanta Falcons in their Thursday Night Football NFC South showdown.
Tom puts on his NFL Insider cap and weighs in on the NFL futures of Packers QB Aaron Rodgers, Buccaneers QB Tom Brady, former Saints Head Coach Sean Payton, and says of Raiders Head Coach Josh McDaniels is on the hot seat already, and previews Dallas Cowboys’ Head Coach Mike McCarthy’s return to Green Bay to face his old team the Packers and Aaron Rodgers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Retired Colts legend Dwight Freeney tells guest host Tom Pelissero why he was shocked by Indy naming Jeff Saturday the team’s interim head coach despite his complete lack of coaching experience beyond the high school level and weighs in on the once-prolific Packers and Buccaneers’ offenses that are struggling this season with aging stars Aaron Rodgers and Tom Brady.
Ravens RB Kenyan Drake and Tom discuss Baltimore’s gaining momentum, why he’s loving playing alongside Lamar Jackson, his alma mater Alabama’s 2-loss season, and more.
Tom and Brockman break down the Ravens’ options with Lamar Jackson and debate if they should pay the former NFL MVP or newly acquired All-Pro LB Roquan Smith and react to Russell Wilson’s response to the latest shade thrown his way by Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Guest host Tom Pelissero tells Brockman how one actually becomes an NFL “Insider” and ranks the top 10 names that have had the biggest impact on the NFL season so far.
Rich calls in from Munich, Germany where he’s preparing to do play-by-play for the Seahawks vs Buccaneers on NFL Network on Sunday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Guest host Tom Pelissero breaks down the wild NFL season so far with a slew of unexpected on-the-field and off-the-field surprises so far.
Fritz Pollard Alliance Executive Director Rod Graves tells Tom why he has concerns about the Colts naming Jeff Saturday their interim coach without considering minority candidates and how the NFL can improve its use of the Rooney Rule for a more equitable process of hiring head coaches.
Tom, Brockman and the guys have a tongue-in-cheek breakdown of how leaving your spouse would go down if you did it the same way the Colts hired Jeff Saturday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
LSU Head Coach Brian Kelly tells Rich what it felt like to hand Alabama a rare 2nd regular-season loss in their huge SEC showdown, weighs in on the 2-loss Tigers’ chances to reach the College Football Playoff, and reacts to the Colts naming the inexperienced Jeff Saturday to be their interim head coach.
Actor Maxwell Simkins joins Rich in-studio to discuss the new season of Disney+’s ‘The Mighty Ducks: Game Changers,” his love of Philly sports teams (except for the Flyers) and what it’s like to grow up with Michael Jordan as one of his dad’s best friends.
Rich reveals his brand-new NFL Week 10 Power Rankings. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich breaks down the myriad options in front of Odell Beckham Jr. and says why the Dallas Cowboys are the best fit for the free agent WR.
The Athletic’s Colts Insider Zak Keefer tells Rich why team owner Jim Irsay chose the unproven Jeff Saturday to be Indy’s interim head coach, breaks down the team’s front office dysfunction and says who’s ultimately to blame for their disappointing season.
Rich lays out how the Colts misfortune is a golden opportunity for their Week 10 opponent, the Las Vegas Raiders, to turn their season around, and reacts to Saturday naming the young coach who will be calling the offensive plays for the Colts on Sunday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich weighs in on Colts owner Jim Irsay’s decision to make former center Jeff Saturday the team’s interim head coach despite never having coached above the high school level. Former NFL WR Andrew Hawkins joins Rich in-studio where he says why “the cards are stacked against” Colts interim head coach Jeff Saturday, says why he’s not sold on Jimmy Garoppolo’s ability to win a Super Bowl for the 49ers, why Mike McCarthy is the biggest impediment to the Cowboys winning the NFC, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Bengals RB Joe Mixon tells Rich what it’s like to score 5 touchdowns in one NFL game, says if this year’s Cincy team can make a Super Bowl run like last season, and reveals how Joe Burrow is truly cool under pressure. Rich and the guys recap the huge weekend in College Football that saw LSU hand Alabama a rare 2nd loss on the season and Michigan trailing Rutgers at the half only to win in a blowout. In his ‘Overreaction Monday’ segment Rich breaks down the NFL’s Week 9 Sunday with his takes on the Buffalo Bills, New York Jets, Miami Dolphins, Las Vegas Raiders, Aaron Rodgers and the Green Bay Packers, Los Angeles Rams, Minnesota Vikings and Geno Smith’s NFL MVP viability. Rich recaps the wild finish to the Chargers vs Falcons game, weighs in on the Raiders “unmitigated disaster” of a season and reacts to Pete Carroll continuing to throw shade at former Seahawks QB Russell Wilson. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
‘Green Light’ podcast host and 2-time Super Bowl champion Chris Long tells Rich why he’s not surprised the Rams are struggling on offense this season, breaks down the Chiefs’ Sunday Night Football win over the Tennessee Titans, says why the Buffalo Bills are still the best team in the AFC, reacts to the Colts firing head coach Frank Reich, and says why the Chicago Bears have a bright future with QB Justin Fields continuing to improve. Rich breaks down the NFC playoff picture and makes the case for the NFC East to land multiple teams in the postseason this year, and recaps Tom Brady and the Buccaneers’ comeback win over the Rams that left All-Pro CB Jalen Ramsey in a mood. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich and the guys react to the surprising news out of Indy where former center Jeff Saturday has been named the Colts’ interim head coach despite zero coaching experience at the NFL level after the team fired Frank Reich, recaps the Chiefs’ Sunday Night Football win over the Titans that featured 68 passing attempts by Patrick Mahomes and not enough carries from Derrick Henry, says why he can’t quit the Bills despite their Week 9 loss to AFC East rival Jets, and says where New York’s upset win ranks in the team’s recent history. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Actor Joe Mantegna joins Rich in-studio to discuss the return of his ‘Criminal Minds’ franchise on Paramount+, his beloved Chicago Bears and the origin story behind his classic ‘Da Bears!’ Saturday Night Live skit, his beloved Cubs, who was the real-life inspiration for his Fat Tony character on ‘The Simpsons,’ and tells the hilarious story about the unlikely way he found out he’d landed a role in ‘The Godfather III.’ Rich revisits his horrendous ‘Raiders will win the AFC West’ prediction, previews the most intriguing matchups in NFL Week 9, the guys check in on TJ’s pre-season prediction for the Dallas Cowboys, and Brockman offers up his ’Sneaky Good Games’ betting advice. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich reacts to the Brooklyn Nets suspending Kyrie Irving in the wake of his promoting an antisemitic film. In his ‘What’s More Likely’ Friday staple, Rich weighs in on the Chargers, Raiders, Stafford vs Tom Brady in the Rams vs Buccaneers, Packers, Lions, Bills, Vikings, Seahawks vs Cardinals, Joe Burrow, Tua Tagovailoa, Dolphins All-Pro WR Tyreek Hill tells Rich how he knew from an early age that he had world-class speed, explains why it was a “no-brainer” to come to Miami to catch passes from Tua Tagovailoa, reacts to the Bradley Chubb trade, says if the Fins have a Super Bowl-caliber team, and accepts Rich’s challenge to a 40-yard dash race for RunRichRun…but only with on BIG stipulation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich recaps the Eagles’ getting tested by a scrappy Houston Texans team on Thursday Night Football, ponders if Philly will be able to run the table and finish 17-0 and if this is already the best Eagles team ever. Saints DE Cam Jordan tells Rich what unique challenges elusive Ravens QB Lamar Jackson presents, if New Orleans finally found their groove with that Week 8 shutout of the Raiders and their chances to capture the NFC South, Rich explains why the New Orleans Superdome is the loudest NFL stadium he’s ever been in, and breaks down the Astros’ Game 5 World Series win over the Phillies where manager Dusty Baker ignored analytics and stuck with starter Justin Verlander on his gut instinct. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich and the guys react to the news that Amazon’s Jeff Bezos is looking to team up with Jay-Z to buy the Washington Commanders from embattled owner Daniel Snyder. The guys dust of their ‘Higher Register’ segment with their semi-solid-sorta-tepid takes on Kawhi Leonard and the Clippers, the Eagles chances to go unbeaten, Russell Westbrook’s 6th man role with the Lakers, and Taylor Swift’s new album. ESPN NBA reporter Nick Friedell tells Rich what it’s been like covering the complicated and highly controversial Nets guard Kyrie Irving this season, why Brooklyn’s “soap opera” dysfunction led to Steve Nash’s departure, weighs in on the team imminent hiring of suspended Boston Celtics coach Ime Udoka, and says if NBA commissioner Adam Silver could do to coax an apology out of Kyrie. Rich previews the Eagles’ Thursday Night Football matchup against the Texans and says Philly’s quest to go unbeaten will be the main storyline of the 2nd half of the NFL season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich lists his ‘Top 5 Most Disappointing NFL Teams’ heading into Week 9 among the Denver Broncos, Green Bay Packers, Indianapolis Colts, Tampa Bay Buccaneers, and Las Vegas Raiders. Ravens QB Lamar Jackson tells Rich what his team’s mindset is after a bumpy start to the season, what the addition of All-Pro LB Roquan Smith means for Baltimore’s Super Bowl hopes, discusses his contract negotiations and being his own agent won’t hinder his next deal or his play on the field, and says why he’s not overlooking the 3-5 Saints in their Monday Night Football Week 9 matchup. Rich reacts to Kyrie Irving’s comments to the media following his $500,000 donation to the Anti-Defamation League. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich reacts to Kyrie Irving addressing his promotion of an antisemitic film by donating $500,000 to the Anti-Defamation League saying, as did NBA Commissioner Adam Silver, that it’s not enough. Rich weighs in on the Dolphins giving newly-acquired edge rusher Bradley Chubb a huge contract extension and reacts to the latest emergence of “Salty Tua” Tagovailoa in Miami. Rich and the guys preview the Eagles vs Texans on Thursday Night Football and debate if Philly fans would rather see the Eagles remain unbeaten or have the Phillies win Game 5 of the World Series. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Rich Eisen Show's Chris Brockman, TJ Jefferson, and Adam Chudwin break down the latest from the NBA. 00:00- Brooklyn Nets 12:00- Kevin Durant's legacy 21:30- Around the NBA 28:45- Lakers Legacy documentary Follow the guys here: Twitter: @chrisbrockman, @toojiggy, @achudwin Instagram: @brockshady, @tjjefferson, @achudwin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich reveals his brand new NFL Top Ten Power Rankings. Actor Frank Grillo joins Rich in-studio to discuss his new movie ‘Lamborghini: The Man Behind the Legend’ and reveals what it’s been like not eating any carbs for the last 20 years. Rich and the guys weigh in on Kevin Durant’s reaction to hearing the news of Steve Nash’s firing, and break down the latest Bill Belichick press conference when asked about the Patriots and the NFL Trade Deadline. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Comedian and die-hard Astros fan Mo Amer joins Rich in-studio to discuss why he still believes Houston will defeat the Phillies in 7 games in the World Series, reveals what happened when he and Dave Chappelle tried to FaceTime The Rock at 3am, and recounts what Robert De Niro said to him once when he gave the acclaimed actor a hug that lasted a bit too long. Pro Football Talk’s Mike Florio tells Rich why Commanders owner Daniel Snyder has reportedly capitulated on selling the team and who could be willing to spend more than $5 Billion for the franchise, why he was surprised the Rams didn’t make any moves this week and why the NFL Trade Deadline date should change, and says the Packers are pulling a “grift” on Aaron Rodgers by not bringing in more talent on the offensive side of the ball. Michigan alum Rich reacts to the initial College Football Playoff Rankings that have his Wolverines at #5 despite being #4 in the AP Poll. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich reacts to the news that Washington Commanders owner Daniel Snyder has taken the first steps towards selling the team, and weighs in on the latest in the snowballing controversy surrounding the Brooklyn Nets. SiriusXM NBA Radio Host/Brooklyn Nets Analyst Frank Isola tells Rich why Steve Nash was fired and soon-to-be-replaced by suspended Celtics coach Ime Udoka, comments on the team’s handling of the Kyrie Irving antisemitism controversy, and weighs in on how Kevin Durant might be dealing with upheaval surrounding the team this season. Rich reacts to Dolphins Head Coach Mike McDaniels speaking on the Bradley Chubb trade and Tua Tagovailoa’s long-term future in Miami. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich and the guys react to the Brooklyn Nets parting ways with Steve Nash then bringing in suspended Boston Celtics head coach Ime Udoka to replace him. Emmy Award-winning actor Tony Hale joins Rich in-studio to discuss the new season of his Disney+ show ‘The Mysterious Benedict Society’ and reveals some great secrets about ‘Arrested Development,’ ‘Veep,’ and ‘The Sopranos’ in a round of ‘Celebrity True or False.’ Rich and the guys react to the Denver Broncos sending edge rusher Bradley Chubb to the Miami Dolphins. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The MMQB’s Albert Breer tells Rich what the Lions trading TE TJ Hockenson to NFC North rival Minnesota Vikings means for the state of Dan Campbell’s Detroit team, says if the Packers could bring in Odell Beckham Jr. to shore up their WR corps, reveals how close the Rams came to landing Christian McCaffrey instead of the 49ers, and says if the Raiders would consider firing head coach Josh McDaniels if he can’t turn their 2-5 season around. Patriots Safety Jabrill Peppers tells Rich what’s been like playing for Bill Belichick for the first time in his career, how far New England can go this season, and if his Michigan Wolverines can beat Big Ten archrival Ohio State two years in a row. Rich and the guys react to the Chicago Bears trading for Steelers WR Chase Claypool and wonder how that deal is going down with Aaron Rodgers in the receiver-desperate Green Bay Packers’ locker room. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich recaps the Cleveland Browns’ domination of AFC North rival Joe Burrow’s Cincinnati Bengals on Monday Night Football, and reacts to the Baltimore Ravens trading for Chicago Bears All-Pro LB Roquan Smith. Brockman recaps his more trick than treat Halloween night with his 2-year-old son Cage, and Rich does a Halloween Candy Power Rankings list. The guys react to the Detroit Lions trading TE TJ Hockenson to NFC North rival Minnesota Vikings, and Rich breaks out his anointing oils and says why Miami Dolphins QB Tua Tagovailoa deserves to be called “elite.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich and the guys ponder the possibility of Deion Sanders jumping ship from Jackson State to take the suddenly vacant head coaching job at Auburn. Jemele Hill joins Rich in-studio to discuss her new ‘Uphill’ autobiography that digs deep into her “heavy” upbringing, weighs in (as a Michigan State alumna) on the MSU-Michigan rivalry and the ugly post-game incident that led to the suspension of several Spartans players, and says he she’s transitioned from covering sports to broader topics as her career moves forward. Rich recaps the NFL’s Week 8 with a special Halloween look at Sunday’s “scariest” storylines including Christian McCaffrey and the 49ers, Josh Allen and the Buffalo Bills, Jalen Hurts and the Philadelphia Eagles, Derrick Henry and the Tennessee Titans, and Tony Pollard and the Dallas Cowboys. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
‘Greenlight’ podcast host and 2-time Super Bowl Champion Chris Long tells Rich why the 49ers will get even better in the coming weeks after the addition of Christian McCaffrey and players returning from injury, reacts to the Zach Wilson’s 3-interception day in the Jets loss to the Patriots, says why Dak Prescott’s return makes the Dallas Cowboys “scary,’ if PJ Walker has earned the right to be the Carolina Panthers’ starting QB the rest of the season, and explains why Mike Vrabel’s mindset makes the Tennessee Titans “hard to kill” in the AFC. Rich reacts to the Seahawks having worse Super Bowl odds than other teams like the Rams, Packers and Buccaneers who trail them in the NFC standings. In his “Overreaction Monday’ segment Rich weighs in on the Bills, Eagles, Dolphins, Russell Wilson and the Broncos, Colts, Cowboys, Vikings, Jets and Rich’s dubious ‘Raiders win the AFC West’ prediction. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich recaps the 49ers’ latest regular-season beatdown of the Rams explaining why Christian McCaffrey makes the Niners true Super Bowl contenders, and weighs in on why many people are still not convinced the Jalen Hurts and the unbeaten Philadelphia Eagles can sustain their success. Rich reacts to the big day by Dallas Cowboys RB Tony Pollard who carried the load with Ezekiel Elliott out with a knee injury. Rich offers up some “time to grow up” advice for Jets QB Zach Wilson after his 3-interception day in a Week 8 loss to Bill Belichick’s New England Patriots, and reacts to Nets G Kyrie Irving defending his promotion of an antisemitic film on his social media platforms. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Rich Eisen Show's Chris Brockman, TJ Jefferson, and Adam Chudwin break down the latest from the NBA.
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Rich breaks down the top NFL Week 8 games including Cardinals vs Vikings, Packers vs Bills, Patriots vs Jets, Giants vs Seahawk, Rams vs 49ers, and Bengals vs Browns. Actor Josh Gad joins Rich in-studio to discuss his beloved Miami Dolphins, the return of his HBO comedy ‘Avenue 5,’ ‘The Book of Mormon,’ discusses Del Tufo’s obsession with his Olaf character from ‘Frozen’ and much more. Chris Brockman reveals his ‘Sneaky Good Games’ for NFL Week 8 featuring the Broncos vs Jaguars, Bears vs Cowboys, Cardinals vs Vikings and Rams vs 49ers. Rich wraps up the hour getting one last bit of trash talk in before Saturday’s Michigan-Michigan State showdown. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Actor Ashton Kutcher tells Rich why he’s feeling good about beloved Chicago Bears’ Monday Night Football win over Bill Belichick’s Patriots, engages in some good-natured Bears vs Cowboys trash talk with TJ, reveals he’s putting himself through the hell of running the New York Marathon for a great cause. In his ‘What’s More Likely’ Friday staple Rich weighs in on the NFC South race, the Cowboys vs Bears, Jets vs Patriots, Packers vs Bills, Rams vs 49ers, Cardinals vs Vikings, along with the Raiders and Russell Wilson’s Broncos. TJ offers up his fantasy football advice for NFL Week 8. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich recaps the Ravens’ Thursday Night Football win over the Buccaneers that dropped Tom Brady to two games under .500 for the first time in his career. Former Pro Bowl CB Joe Haden joins Rich in-studio to discuss going back to Cleveland to make his NFL retirement official with a Browns pre-game ceremony before Monday Night Football, says how the Buccaneers can fix their struggling offense, says why he’s not counting out the 2-5 Steelers, says if the return of Deshaun Watson can salvage the Browns’ season, and if the Philadelphia Eagles or the Buffalo Bills are the best team in the NFL. Rich weighs in on the Russell Wilson media pile-on and says why this year’s Broncos-Ravens game will have some extra meaning for the embattled Broncos QB, and breaks down the grim outlook for LeBron James and the Lakers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich comments on the emotional reaction by Bears LB Roquan Smith upon learning his teammate Robert Quinn had been traded to the Philadelphia Eagles, and gives some advice to an Australian living in New York who’s facing the dilemma: should he adopt the Jets or Giants to root for the rest of his life. Bestselling author Jeff Pearlman joins Rich in-studio to discuss his new book ‘The Last Folk Hero’ about multi-sport legend Bo Jackson, says where Jackson’s talent ranks in the pantheon of all-time great athletes, reveals how Bo nearly ended up on the Yankees and Buccaneers instead of the Royals and Raiders, says if Aaron Judge’s 62 homers make him the legit single-season HR king, and reacts to the way his ‘Showtime’ book was dramatized for HBO’s ‘Winning Time’ that resulted in some ruffled feathers for Lakers legend Jerry West and others. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
ESPN MLB Insider Jeff Passan and Rich discuss Yankees OF Aaron Judge’s decision making process as he heads into free agency this offseason, how the Yankees must address their roster to compete with the Houston Astros and other up-and-coming AL teams like the Mariners and Guardians in 2023, and if the Phillies have a chance to upset the Astros in the World Series. Rich reacts to the 6-0 Philadelphia Eagles trading for Chicago Bears edge rusher Robert Quinn. Hall of Fame DB Brian Dawkins tells Rich what the Eagles landing edge rusher Robert Quinn means for Philly’s Super Bowl hopes, how QB Jalen Hurts’ mental toughness is setting the tone in the Eagles’ locker room, and weighs in on Packers QB Aaron Rodgers publicly calling out his young teammates. Rich comments on the Lakers dropping to 0-4 on the season and ponders if LeBron has any shot of winning with the non-descript roster surrounding him on the floor, and reacts to Bill Belichick’s latest press conference addressing questions about his ambiguous starting QB situation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich previews the Thursday Night Football matchup between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Baltimore Ravings, explaining what’s at stake for Tom Brady’s disappointing season so far. Seahawks All-Pro WR Tyler Lockett tells Rich why he’s not surprised by the play of veteran QB Geno Smith and rookie RB Kenneth Walker III, why he firmly believes Seattle has a championship team, and discusses the rough season for friend and former teammate Russell Wilson with the Denver Broncos. Rich praises Pete Carroll and the surprising first-place Seahawks, reacts to the New York Giants trading former 1st-round WR Kadarius Toney to the Kansas City Chiefs, and weighs in on Aaron Rodgers’ latest comments about the Packers’ struggling offense. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich and the guys react to the latest Bill Belichick Press Conference Moment that features an all-time back-and-forth with the New England media about starting Mac Jones or Bailey Zappe against the Jets in Week 8. Legendary film and TV producer Jerry Bruckheimer joins Rich in-studio where he reveals how he convinced Tom Cruise to be in the original ‘Top Gun’ and why ‘Top Gun: Maverick” was such a smash hit, how Sylvester Stallone almost starred in ‘Beverly Hills Cop’ instead of Eddie Murphy, reveals how he became a part-owner of the NHL’s Seattle Kraken, and much more. Rich’s wife, Suzy Shuster, calls in to call out her husband for slacking on his domestic duties at home. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich breaks down the “Top 5 NFL Teams on Red Alert” among the Buccaneers, Packers, Raiders, Broncos and Browns who desperately need a win in Week 8. Bengals QB Joe Burrow tells Rich how his pre-season appendectomy impacted the start of his season, what having college teammate Ja’Marr Chase on the team means to him, if he still has close bonds with Ohio State after transferring to LSU in college, and how losing in the Super Bowl to the Rams is helping the Bengals this season. Rich recants his Jets lamentations from earlier this week where he blamed himself for creating the bad mojo that resulted in RB Breece Hall’s ACL injury. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich weighs in on the latest news on free agent slugger Aaron Judge and pleads for his Yankees to re-sign the likely AL MVP. Rich reveals his latest NFL Power Rankings with the Seattle Seahawks crashing the party that remains unchanged at the top where the Buffalo Bills, Philadelphia Eagles, Kansas City Chiefs, and Dallas Cowboys roost. Pro Football Hall of Famer Kurt Warner/NFL Network analyst Kurt Warner tells Rich why Bill Belichick should go with Mac Jones over Bailey Zappe as the Patriots’ starting QB, how the Giants and Jets are thriving with less-than-stellar play from QBs Daniel Jones and Zach Wilson, his reaction to Matt Ryan’s Colts benching, and if Aaron Rodgers and Tom Brady can turn around the Packers’ and Buccaneers’ struggling offenses. Rich and the guys react to Matt Ryan’s comments to the media about his benching and ponder what the former NFL MVP QB’s future looks like. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich and the guys make their predictions on which teams will go on to capture the 7th playoff spot in the NFC and AFC playoffs roll around. Ralph Macchio and Rich discuss his new Karate Kid-inspired book ‘Waxing On,’ reflects on making ‘The Outsiders’ with Francis Ford Coppola, shares a hilarious story about ‘My Cousin Vinny’ co-star Joe Pesci, and explains why ‘Cobra Kai’ resonates with audiences of all ages. Rich weighs in on the controversial postgame exchange between Buccaneers WR Mike Evans and a referee that was initially mistaken as a request for an autograph. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Athletic’s Colts Insider Zak Keefer tells Rich why Matt Ryan was surprisingly supplanted as starting QB by 6th-round draft pick Sam Ehlinger, how much influence Jim Irsay had in the decision and the Colts owners move to get Daniel Snyder to relinquish his ownership of the Washington Commanders, breaks down how Ehlinger gives the Colts more options on offense, says if the team has ever reached out to retired QB Andrew Luck, and weighs in on Pat McAfee’s poker skills. Rich breaks down the Bears Monday Night Football win over the New England Patriots and says why the Dallas Cowboys had better be ready for Chicago’s run game in Week 8. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich recaps the Patriots’ Monday Night Football loss to the Chicago Bears and the full-fledged QB controversy Bill Belichick has on his hands with Mac Jones and Bailey Zappe. Patriots Insider Tom Curran tells Rich how Bill Belichick had “one of the weirdest nights of this coaching career” when his Mac Jones-Bailey Zappe experiment backfired against the Bears on MNF, and says why Tom Brady appears “adrift” this season and probably regrets changing his mind on retirement. Rich responds to a caller who suggests Justin Herbert might not be committed to the Chargers long-term if they can’t transform into legit playoff contenders in the AFC. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich and the guys react to the breaking news that Indianapolis Colts QB Matt Ryan will miss the rest of the season due to a shoulder injury, and weighs in on Pete Carroll and the surprising Seattle Seahawks who find themselves atop the NFC West after Week 7. Patriots LB Matt Judon tells Rich what it’s like to play for Bill Belichick and shares how the Pats head coach teaches the history of the NFL including players and coaches who’s impact transcend football, and says why he’s not sleeping on Justin Fields and the Chicago Bears on Monday Night Football. Rich wraps up the hour saying how Bryce Harper lived out every kid’s dream with his late-inning home run to put the Phillies in the World Series and reflects on the Yankees’ season that once again ended at the hands of the Houston Astros. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Pro Football Talk’s Mike Florio tells Rich why Tom Brady and Aaron Rodgers might be regretting coming back to play for the Buccaneers and Packers, explains why the only players in the NFL safe as the Trade Deadline approaches are Josh Allen and Patrick Mahomes, says if Broncos rookie head coach Nathaniel Hackett is truly on the hot seat, and why Sean Payton could demand $20 Million per year and why the Chargers would be great fit for the former Saints coach. Jets fan Rich reacts to the news that promising rookie RB Breece Hall’s season has come to an end due to a torn ACL. In his ‘Overreaction Monday’ segment Rich weighs in on Aaron Rodgers and Tom Brady’s struggles, Joe Burrow’s MVP candidacy, what Dak’s return means for the Cowboys’ NFC East chances, Kenneth Walker III’s impact on the NFC West race, Zach Wilson’s growing pains, Carson Wentz’s future as the Commanders’ starting QB, and if Lamar Jackson’s gamble on himself will pay off this season. Rich reacts to the head-scratching Week 7 decisions by Dolphins head coach Mike McDaniel and Jaguars head coach Doug Pederson with an emphatic “I don’t get it!” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich recaps the Buccaneers head-scratching 18-point loss to a depleted Carolina Panthers team saying he has big concerns for Tom Brady, and explains why he has even bigger concerns for Aaron Rodgers and the Packers after their Week 7 loss to the Taylor Heinicke-led Washington Commanders. ‘Greenlight Podcast’ host and 2-time Super Bowl champion Chris Long tells Rich why Brady and the Buccaneers look they’re “sleepwalking” of late, if he’s concerned for Aaron Rodgers and the still-struggling Packers’ offense, how the Jets and Giants keep on winning, what Christian McCaffrey to the 49ers and Dak Prescott’s return to the Cowboys means for the NFC playoff picture, and if the Bengals or Titans can crash the Chiefs’ and Bills’ party in the AFC. Rich recaps the Chiefs’ throttling of the 49ers but says Patrick Mahomes and Josh Allen’s Buffalo Bills had better not sleep on Joe Burrow and the Cincinnati Bengals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich recaps the Arizona Cardinals’ Thursday Night Football win over the struggling New Orleans Saints that included a sideline blowup between Kyler Murray and head coach Kliff Kingsbury. Actor Ryan Phillippe joins Rich in-studio to discuss his new movies ‘American Murderer’ and ‘Summit Fever,’ why he’s “thinking dynasty” about his Philadelphia Eagles, the Phillies’ chances in the NLCS against the Padres, and reveals the ultimate Tom Cruise-inspired stunt he’d like to do in a movie. Rich wraps up the hour ranking all the NFL’s 3-3 teams including the Dolphins, Rams, Seahawks and others, and Brockman reveals his ‘Sneaky Good Games’ for NFL Week 7 featuring the 49ers, Chiefs, Seahawks, Chargers, Packers, Commanders, Titans and Colts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
UCLA Head Coach Chip Kelly and Rich discuss his return to Oregon for the first time with an unbeaten top-10 team, the growth and maturity of Heisman Trophy candidate QB Dorian Thompson-Robinson, if the 6-0 Bruins have a shot to win the Pac-12 and reach the College Football Playoff, and reveals the amazing story about how he found out UCLA and USC were leaving for the Big Ten. Rich and the guys have a tongue-in-cheek discussion about what the world would be like if we treated the NBA like we do the NFL. Bears All-Pro LB Roquan Smith and Rich discuss showcasing himself for any potential trade partners against Bill Belichick and the Patriots on Monday Night Football, what the rest of the season holds for 2nd-year QB Justin Fields and why he’s confident his Georgia Bulldogs would easily handle the Ohio State Buckeyes if they were to meet down the road in the College Football Playoff. TJ preached his fantasy football gospel advice for NFL Week 7. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich reacts to the 49ers’ huge trade landing Christian McCaffrey from the Panthers and says why the RB could be a huge factor in the NFC West …if he stays healthy, and lays out what the trade means for the rest of Carolina’s season and future outlook. Jets Head Coach Robert Saleh tells Rich that his young 4-2 team is only starting to scratch the surface on their vast potential, how Quinnen Williams is growing into one of the best DTs in the NFL, reacts to Sauce Gardner donning a cheesehead hat after their road win over the Green Bay Packers, weighs in on WR Elijah Moore’s trade request and his former team, the 49ers, landing Christian McCaffrey from the Panthers. Rich reacts to the Yankees excuses after going down 2-0 to the Houston Astros in the ALCS. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Actor/Comedian Kevin Nealon joins Rich in-studio to discuss his new book of caricatures and sketches with stories about Chris Farley, Peyton & Eli Manning and others, reflects on being an older father, shares his favorite Norm Macdonald memories, and reveals what happens behind the scenes on Adam Sandler movies. Rich reacts to Tom Brady being flat out asked if he’s going to retire after this season, and the guys get into a HEATED discussion about TJ’s still-unnamed fantasy hoops team. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
MLB Network Analyst Al Leiter tells Rich why he missed the days when baseball managers weren’t so bound to analytics, if any team left in the MLB playoffs can beat the Houston Astros, and how banning the shift won’t lead to batters making more contact at the plate next season. Rich reflects on the Bills and explains how Buffalo’s 2022 season has played out mostly to script so far, and previews the top NFL Week 7 games including the Seahawks vs Chargers, Titans vs Colts, Browns vs Ravens, Steelers vs Dolphins, Chiefs vs 49ers, and Jets vs Broncos. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich previews the Cardinals vs Saints on Thursday Night Football that features the return of DeAndre Hopkins for Arizona after his 6-game PED suspension Two-sport legend Bo Jackson tells Rich if he’s ever played himself in the classic ‘Tecmo Bowl’ video game, how his 2-sport exploits compare to those of Deion Sanders’, if his NFL career would have been different had he not injured his hip, his favorite recollections of late Raiders owner Al Davis, shares some great baseball stories, and weighs in on Saquon Barkley, Derrick Henry, Aaron Judge and Shohei Ohtani. Rich reacts to the latest criticism being heaped on struggling Denver Broncos QB Russell Wilson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Rich Eisen Show's Chris Brockman, TJ Jefferson, and Adam Chudwin break down the latest from the NBA 00:00- Draymond Green fight with Jordan Poole 11:30- Lakers season preview/reaction 20:00 Western Conference and LA Clippers preview 30:00- Eastern Conference 76ers, Bulls, Celtics preview 44:00- Legacy show about the Lakers on Hulu Follow the guys here: Twitter: @chrisbrockman, @toojiggy, @achudwin Instagram : @brockshady, @tjjefferson, @achudwin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich reacts to Tua Tagovailoa’s return to action in Week 7 and says why he’s nervous to see the Dolphins’ QB play after his missing time due to concussions, and the guys reveal their NBA 2022-23 season predictions including MVP, Coach of the Year, Rookie of the Year and who wins the NBA Finals. Actress Marg Helgenberger joins Rich in-studio where she discusses her return to CBS’ long-running ‘CSI’ franchise and plays a round of ‘Celebrity True or False.’ Rich and the guys react to Ryan Fitzpatrick’s observation that Tom Brady looks disinterest this season and wonder if he can get his fire back in the coming weeks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Pro Football Hall of Famer Cris Carter and Rich discuss his episode of EPIX’s ‘NFL Icons’ and what’s in store for this year’s Ohio State-Michigan rivalry. Rich makes the case for free agent WR Odell Beckham Jr. to sign with the Kansas City Chiefs instead of the Packers, Rams or other teams, and reacts to Indianapolis Colts Owner Jim Irsay saying there’s cause for removing Daniel Snyder as the Washington Commanders’ owner. Rich reveals his still controversial NFL Top 10 Power Rankings for Week 7. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich recaps the Golden State Warriors’ opening night win over the Lakers and says why concerns about Russell Westbrook’s fit with new Head Coach Darvin Ham were front-and-center right from the season’s get-go. Thursday Night Football Analyst Ryan Fitzpatrick tells Rich his concerns for the Broncos’ Russell Wilson, the Bears’ Justin Fields and the Cardinals’ Kyler Murray, says how Tua Tagovailoa has improved under new Dolphins Head Coach Mike McDaniel, says why the Bills are the team to beat in the AFC, and explains why he’s not too worried about Tom Brady and the struggling Buccaneers’ offense. Yankees fan Rich reacts to New York beating the Cleveland Guardians to move on to face the Houston Astros in the ALCS. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Bills All-Pro S Jordan Poyer tells Rich what it’s like to play in an NFL game with a collapsed lung after driving 15 hours from Buffalo to Kansas City, says what beating AFC rival Chiefs in Week 6 means, and has nothing but praise for all-world QB Josh Allen. Actor Colin Hanks joins Rich in-studio to discuss his new Peacock series ‘A Friend of the Family’ and the lengths he went to realistically portray his real-life character’s unique hair style, reveals how much joy he, as a Giants fan, took in the Dodgers’ playoffs demised this season, and touts his upcoming documentaries on baseball hall of famer Willie Mays and comedian John Candy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich and the guys react to the latest QB news from the Pittsburgh Steelers and Dallas Cowboys and debate which NFL quarterbacks would be immune from a QB controversy if their backup came in and won 4 straight games. Ronnie 2K joins Rich in-studio to preview the new NBA 2K23 release and why a lot of players, like Warriors G Klay Thompson, have big issues with him when it comes to their player ratings, reveals that he’s been offered bribes by players to increase their NBA 2K ratings, says how the season simulation plays out, and says that likely #1 overall NBA draft pick Victor Wembanyama will “break our game.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich recaps yet another ugly offensive display by Russell Wilson and the Broncos and offers up some advice for rookie head coach Nathaniel Hackett, and breaks down why the Chargers’ offense is wildly underutilizing the immense talents of QB Justin Herbert. FOX Sports NFL Analyst Greg Olsen tells Rich what it was like seeing his son, who underwent a heart transplant a year ago, meet Aaron Rodgers, if there’s hope for Rodgers and the struggle Packers’ offense, why the 4-2 Jets are no fluke, what to expect from the 49ers vs Chiefs with both teams coming off losses, comments on Russell Wilson and the Broncos’ stunted offense, and makes a big announcement about Tight End University with George Kittle and Travis Kelce. Rich and Brockman debate if MLB should change the playoffs format in the wake of higher seeds like the Dodgers and Braves getting bounced by Wild Card teams like the Padres and Phillies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich reacts to his beloved New York Jets improving to 4-2 with a resounding Week 6 win over the Packers at Lambeau Field, has some word of warning for Michigan State after his Michigan Wolverines trounced Penn State, and reacts to the Guardians Josh Naylor’s rather demonstrative home run trot after taking Yankees ace Gerrit Cole deep in their ALDS Game 4. Broncos QB Russell Wilson tells Rich Eisen why he’s “built for it” in terms of handling the adversity of Denver’s disappointing 2-3 start. Al in Dallas calls in with a dose of skepticism about his 5-1 New York Giants, the guys debate how much Christian McCaffrey is worth on the trade market and react to Carson Wentz’s finger injury that will keep the Commanders QB out for at least a month. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
NFL Network Analyst Steve Mariucci joins Rich in-studio where he says what’s the root cause of Aaron Rodgers and the Packers’ offensive struggles, if the 5-1 New York Giants are contenders or pretenders, why he still thinks the 49ers will win the NFC West, what’s ailing Tom Brady and the 3-3 Buccaneers, and more. Rich reacts to Aaron Rodgers’ postgame comments on the Packers offense and says why he’s “genuinely concerned” for Green Bay’s ability to fix their sputtering offense. In his ‘Overreaction Monday’ segment Rich weighs in on the Packers, Cowboys, Jets, Giants, Vikings, Marcus Mariota, Mitchell Trubisky and the Patriots’ brewing QB controversy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich recaps the Buffalo Bills’ big Week 6 win over their AFC nemesis Kansas City Chiefs led by otherworldly QB Josh Allen, and comments on Jalen Hurts’ leading the Eagles to victory over the Cowboys and says why Dallas has a lot to hang their hat on despite the loss. Two-Time Super Bowl champion Chris Long tells Rich why Josh Allen and the Buffalo Bills are the team to beat, his takeaways from the Philadelphia Eagles’ Sunday Night Football win over NFC East rival Dallas Cowboys, why Tom Brady is not the problem with the struggling Tampa Bay Buccaneers, why the 5-1 Minnesota Vikings are more legit than the 5-1 New York Giants, and more. Rich reacts to CBS Sports’ Ian Eagle coming through with a promise he made on last week’s show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Chris Brockman's significant other Sarah Tiana joins Rich in-studio to reveal how Brockman almost blew it when the first started dating, plays a round of ‘What’s More Likely’ where they weigh in on the Patriots-Browns, Vikings-Dolphins, Falcons, Seahawks, Tom Brady, Aaron Rodgers, Bengals, Giants, Saints, Ravens, Trevor Lawrence, Jonathan Taylor, Chiefs vs Bills, and Cowboys vs Eagles, shares a great/embarrassing story about Brockman meeting Keyshawn Johnson once at the L.A. County Fair, explains why she’s predicting Quinn Ewers will lead the Texas Longhorns to the College Football Playoff, and more. TJ offers up his Fantasy Football advice for NFL Week 6, and Brockman put his money where his mouth is in ‘Sneaky Good Games’ featuring the Bills vs Chiefs, Buccaneers vs Steelers, Patriots vs Browns, and Jaguars vs Colts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich recaps the rather ugly Thursday Night Football game between the Bears and Commanders and breaks down the inner turmoil surrounding Washington owner Daniel Snyder that could be affecting the team’s play on the field. Chargers Head Coach Brandon Staley tells Rich why he’s not underestimating Russell Wilson and the Denver Broncos despite their sputtering start to the season, why Justin Herbert battling through a rib injury is as impressive as his skill as a QB, and if he and Keenan Allen are cool after the WR publicly questioned Staley’s 4th down decision that nearly cost L.A. a loss in Week 5 vs the Browns. Rich lists this ‘Top 5 NFL Week 6 Games’ including the Jets vs Packers, Vikings vs Dolphins, Ravens vs Giants, Cowboys vs Eagles, and Bills vs Chiefs…with an extra Cardinals vs Seahawks preview. Rich and the guys celebrate the anniversary of ‘Pulp Fiction’ by debating the best scenes from the Quentin Tarantino classic, and react to the latest Bill Belichick Press Conference Moment of the Day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich and the guys debate if the Dallas Cowboys should stick with Cooper Rush over Dak Prescott at QB as long as he keeps winning games, and why Bill Belichick won’t publicly back Mac Jones’ job as the Patriots’ starting QB over backup Bailey Zappe. NFL Insider Ian Rapoport tells Rich why Patriots Head Coach Bill Belichick won’t outright name Mac Jones the Pats’ long-term starter over Bailey Zappe, if there’s any chance Cooper Rush could supplant Dak Prescott as the Dallas Cowboys starting QB, why Commanders HC Ron Rivera and owner Daniel Snyder are elbowing for credit for the Carson Wentz acquisition, which coaches (if any) are feeling the heat, if they Panthers are ready to conduct a fire sale, if the NFL will punish Raiders WR Davante Adams for shoving over a member of the media after MNF, and if there’s a timeline for Tua Tagovailoa’s return to the Miami Dolphins. Rich reacts to the NFL backing the controversial Roughing the Passer call against Chiefs’ DT Chris Jones when he strip-sacked Raiders QB Derek Carr on Sunday Night Football. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich and Brockman preview the big weekend for Syracuse and Michigan football, previews the Cowboys vs Eagles on Sunday Night Football with TJ, and debates Brockman on whether the 4-1 New York Giants are legit. FOX Sports’ Joel Klatt and Rich preview #4 Michigan vs #10 Penn State this weekend, says why he’s predicting Hendon Walker and Tennessee pull off the upset vs Nick Saban and Alabama, and breaks down the top NFL rookies this season including Jets RB Breece Hall, Jaguars DE Travon Walker and Steelers QB Kenny Pickett. Rich reacts to Tom Brady’s latest comments on the controversial Roughing the Passer flag vs the Atlanta Falcons than ensured a Buccaneers’ win, and offers a mea culpa on that Miami Dolpins ping pong table take from yesterday’s show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich defends his latest NFL Power Rankings to Brockman and TJ, and dusts of ‘Why Talkin’ Playoff or What?!?!’ to weigh in on the postseason possibilities for the Jets, Bengals, Broncos, Rams, Giants, and Saints. Pro Football Hall of Fame DT Warren Sapp tells Rich why he has a big problem with the NFL’s recent rash of egregious Roughing the Passer penalties, says why he’s concerned for Tom Brady and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, and previews the Cowboys vs Eagles Week 6 NFC East showdown. Rich weighs in on the Golden State Warriors decision to not suspend Draymond Green so he could take part in the team’s ring ceremony on opening night, and recounts his daughter Taylor’s first ever youth league basketball game where she faced off against Kevin Garnett’s daughter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich previews the huge weekend in sports that features NFL Week 6, big-time College Football matchups, the MLB playoffs, plus NBA and NHL action. UCLA Athletic Director Martin Jarmond joins Rich in-studio to discuss the Bruins upcoming move from the Pac-12 to the Big Ten Conference, the huge changes coming that could re-shape the college football landscape, and takes some RES Consulting pitches for when the Bruins start playing games in cold-weather locations. Rich weighs in on the latest on the rash of controversial Roughing the Passer flags plaguing the NFL. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Lakers owner Jeanie Buss joins Rich in-studio to discuss the hiring of Darvin Ham, how Russell Westbrook fits in with the team’s plans for this season, giving VP of Basketball Operations Rob Pelinka a contract extension, if see envisions LeBron James someday playing in L.A. alongside his son Bronny. Rich and the guys weigh in on the Golden State Warriors’ decision to not suspend Draymond Green for punching teammate Jordan Poole during a practice, and react to the latest Bill Belichick press conference along with ‘Married with Children’ star Ed O’Neill’s priceless response as Al Bundy to Chiefs TE Travis Kelce’s 4 touchdown night. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Actor Nick Turturro joins Rich in-studio to discuss the fate of their beloved Yankees in the playoffs, who wins the World Series, and if he’d really abandon the Pinstripes if they don’t re-sign Aaron Judge. Rich reveals his brand-new NFL Top Ten Power Rankings heading into Week 6’s games. Fox Sports NFL Rules Expert Mike Pereira tells Rich why the league is not likely to change enforcement of Roughing the Passer rules despite the furor created by two recent controversial flags in Tampa Bay and Kansas City, and says why the NFL should adopt the way the USFL reviews Personal Foul penalties. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich reacts the misdemeanor assault charges filed against Davante Adams and predicts the Raiders WR deserves a 1-game suspension for shoving a member of the media to the ground following Las Vegas’ Monday Night Football loss to the Chiefs, and reacts to the news that the Dallas Cowboys will be starting Cooper Rush against the Philadelphia Eagles in Week 6 with Dak Prescott still recovering from thumb surgery. CBS Sports’ Ian Eagle tells Rich how new head coach Brian Daboll has already had a huge impact on the 4-1 New York Giants’ locker room culture, says he’s not shocked the Carolina Panthers fired Matt Rhule, if the Buffalo Bills or the San Francisco 49ers are the better team right now, and why NOBODY can predict how Kevin Durant, Kyrie Irving and Ben Simmons will mesh on the Brooklyn Nets this season. Rich likens the decisions made by Seattle Mariners manager Scott Servais in the 9th inning against the Houston Astros Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In his ‘Overreaction Tuesday’ segment Rich says if the Raiders can still make the playoffs, Josh Jabobs’ “prove it” year, the Chiefs’ offense without Tyreek Hill, and how much offensive fireworks we can expect out of the Chiefs vs Bills in Week 6. Rich ponders how much Aaron Rodgers is missing Davante Adams this season and the guys debate if the Broncos would have been better off with a Rodgers-Nathaniel Hackett pairing than with Russell Wilson. Actor David Boreanaz joins Rich in-studio to discuss the new season of his Paramount+ show ‘Seal Team,’ reveals why he did likewise as Packers QB Aaron Rodgers and experimented with ayahuasca recently, reveals why he’s a believer in Nick Sirianni, Jalen Hurts and his Philadelphia Eagles, and more. Wrexham striker Paul Mullin tells Rich what it’s having actors Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney as bosses as shown in the FX series ‘Welcome to Wrexham.’ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
ESPN/HBO host Bomani Jones and Rich discuss the 3-2 Jets, the controversial Roughing the Passer penalty in the Chiefs-Raiders MNF game, the Cowboys’ and Chargers’ Super Bowl chances, and why the Warriors will be challenged to get over Draymond Green punching teammate Jordan Poole. Jets RB Breece Hall tells Rich how he overcame some early jitters to help New York improve to 3-2, says why he has a chip on his shoulder after falling out of the 1st round of this year’s NFL Draft, and reveals how his cousin, former 49ers RB Roger Craig, helped prepare him for career in the NFL. Rich and the guys have a tongue-in-cheek reaction to Bill Belichick’s latest comments on how long backup Bailey Zappe will fill in for Mac Jones at QB. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich recaps the Raiders-Chiefs Monday Night Football thriller, says why he still thinks Las Vegas can make the playoffs, previews KC’s next big challenge against the Buffalo Bills, and says why the NFL MUST change its Roughing the Passer rules to allow for video reviews of those flags after the latest controversial penalty on Chiefs’ DT Chris Jones. Rich reacts to Washington Commanders Head Coach Ron Rivera publicly calling out QB Carson Wentz then trying to walk back his comments. ESPN’s Eli Manning tells Rich why the 4-1 Giants have been able to find success with QB Daniel Jones while the 1-4 Commanders are struggling with Carson Wentz, says why even he, as a former NFL quarterback, has an issue with the rash of Roughing the Passer penalties in the NFL of late. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In his ‘Overreaction Monday’ segment Rich weighs in on the Jets and Rams’ playoff chances, if the 49ers and Eagles are destined to play in the NFC Championship game, the Cowboys’ defense, Josh Allen’s MVP-caliber season, Aaron Rodgers and the scuffling Packers, NFL parity, the Dodgers vs Padres, Aaron Judge and the Mets, and if we’ll see a Wild Card team win the World Series this season. Raiders DE Maxx Crosby tells Rich how the team is adjusting to new head coach Josh McDaniels and is ready to move past their disappointing 1-3 start and preview Las Vegas’ pivotal Monday Night Football showdown against Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs. Rich looks ahead to next Sunday night’s big NFC East matchup between Jalen Hurts and the Philadelphia Eagles vs the Dallas Cowboys, and the guys offer up their predictions for Raiders-Chiefs on MNF. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
‘Green Light’ podcast host and 2-time Super Bowl champion Chris Long tells Rich why Matt Rhule failed to live up to expectations with the Carolina Panthers, why Brandon Staley’s controversial call against the Cleveland Browns could have cost him the Chargers locker room, says why he still has faith in Aaron Rodgers and the Packers, heaps praise on Brian Daboll who has the surprising New York Giants 4-1, says why he has serious concerns about Matthew Stafford and the Los Angeles Rams, and laments the “awful” Roughing the Passer call on the Falcons’ Grady Jarrett when he sacked Tom Brady late in Atlanta’s loss to the Buccaneers. Rich and the guys react to the strange moment in the NL Wild Card games where umpires were asked by Mets manager Buck Showalter to check the ears of Padres pitcher Joe Musgrove, and weigh in on Draymond Green’s apology to Jordan Poole for assaulting his Warriors teammate during a pre-season practice. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich reacts to the Panthers firing head coach Matt Rhule, saying he feels former Saints coach Sean Payton could be in play for Carolina, reacts to the controversial Roughing the Passer call on Tom Brady that sealed the Buccaneers’ win over the Atlanta Falcons, comments on on Chargers Head Coach Brandon Staley’s head-scratching decision that almost handed a win to the Cleveland Browns, and weighs in on the New York Giants and New York Jets both being over .500 for at the same time for the first time in 7 seasons. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Chiefs super fan Eric Stonestreet surprises Rich with an unscheduled visit to the studio to discuss Rich’s controversial pick of the Raiders to win the AFC West, plays a round of ‘What’s More Likely’ where he weighs in on the Eagles, Texans, Bengals, Ravens, Falcons, Cars, Rams vs Cowboys, Dolphins, Saints, Jets, Chargers vs Browns, the Patriots’ Bailey Zappe, and who wins the World Series, and shares his favorite Ed O’Neill stories from their time on ‘Modern Family’ together. TJ preaches his NFL Week 5 Fantasy Football advice and Brockman says how you should bet the Seahawks vs Saints, Dolphins vs Jets, Cowboys vs Rams, and 49ers vs Panther in ‘Sneaky Good Games.’ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich recaps the ugly Colts vs Broncos Thursday Night Football field goal fest recaps the ugly Colts vs Broncos Thursday Night Football field goal fest Fox Sports NFL Analyst Mark Schlereth tells Rich why the Colts-Broncos might be the worst NFL game he’s ever seen, what’s the source of Russell Wilson’s frustration after such high expectations when he came over from the Seahawks, says if rookie head coach Nathaniel Hackett should be looking over his shoulder for Sean Payton, breaks down the Colts’ offensive line woes, and says why the Eagles are the best team in the NFL. Rich and the guys react to the Golden State Warriors’ Draymond Green punching teammate Jordan Poole during a recent practice. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
FOX Sports’ LeSean McCoy tells Rich why he thinks Russell Wilson and the Broncos offense will get it all sorted out sooner or later, why the Eagles are the scariest team in the NFL, that the Cowboys should stick with Cooper Rush at QB even when Dak Prescott returns from his thumb injury, says the Golden State Warriors will be able to mend fences in the locker room after Draymond Green punched out Jordan Poole during a practice, and emphatically states why Bill Belichick owes all of his success to Tom Brady. Lakers owner Jeanie Buss and G.L.O.W. founder David McLane join Rich in-studio to discuss their new venture WOW – Women Of Wrestling. Rich reveals the top 5 NFL storylines he’ll be paying close attention to next month including the 49ers, Dolphins, Eagles and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich reacts to Aaron Rodgers using the possibility of retirement to motivate his young receiving corps to improve more quickly, and says why Tom Brady’s latest comments on NFL parity bode well for his post-playing career as a Fox Sports NFL analyst. Rich and the guys reveal their ‘NFL Quarterpost Awards’ for Most Valuable Player, Coach of the Year, Defensive Player of the Year and Comeback Player of the Year, weigh in on Geno Smith’s return from NFL obscurity, and debate if Brockman actually made a prediction about Patriots QB Bailey Zappe. The show’s hair & makeup artist Sarah Jackson sits down with Rich to reveal how she met her husband on the set with the couple expecting a son in the near future. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich reflects on the show’s 8th anniversary and recalls some of the most memorable in-studio guests since the launch. The guys react to Cowboys head coach Mike McCarthy addressing the media about being underdogs this Sunday against the defending champion Los Angeles Rams. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich breaks down the pivotal Thursday Night Football matchup between the Denver Broncos and Indianapolis Colts laying out the huge stakes for both underperforming teams. NFL Network Analyst Steve Smith Sr. joins Rich in-studio to discuss how some athletes manufacture things to get fired up about to stoke their competitive fire, explains why the Eagles are soaring high while Russell Wilson and the Broncos are still scuffling on offense, says why the Miami Dolphins are legit contenders in the AFC, says why the Carolina Panthers shouldn’t fire embattled head coach Matt Rhule, and previews Denver vs Indianapolis on TNF. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich and the guys marvel over the G League debut of 7’5” Frenchman Victor Wembanyama and workshop a nickname for the future NBA lottery pick. Actor/comedian Mo Amer joins Rich in-studio to discuss his new Netflix show, reveals how he discovered stand-up comedy at the age of 10…in the Houston Astrodome??, compares his Astros’ history of cheating to Rich’s Yankees, and reveals what Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson told him in the first day of shooting ‘Black Adam’ and what it’s like to play golf with former 007 James Bond Pierce Brosnan. Rich and the guys react to the latest Bill Belichick Press Conference moment where the Patriots head coach was asked which QB will start this Sunday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
ESPN MLB Insider Jeff Passan and Rich discuss what happens to Aaron Judges’ 62nd home run ball, debate if his American League HR record should be considered the MLB record in the face of Barry Bond’s PED suspicions, predicts his World Series winner, and says to brace yourself for a “crazy” baseball offseason that could see the Angels trade Shohei Ohtani Rich gets roped into a game of ‘Start-Bench-Cut’ where he has to rank his devotion to the Yankees, Jets and University of Michigan, and reveals his top ten Power Rankings heading into NFL Week 5. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Yankees fan Rich reacts to Aaron Judge setting the American League single-season home run record with 62 longballs, and explains why he feels the Pinstripes’ slugger is the true “clean” home run king instead of Barry Bonds. Emmy-winning actor Jimmy Smits joins Rich in-studio to discuss his new CBS drama ‘East New York,” Aaron Judge’s 62nd home run, joining the ‘Star Wars’ universe, and dishes the dirt on L.A. Law, NYPD Blue, Miami Vice and more in a round of ‘Celebrity True or False.’ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Eagles All-Pro OT Lane Johnson tells Rich what it was like facing his old head coach Doug Pederson in Week 4, how Jalen Hurts has matured and improved as a quarterback and more. Rich and the guys debate if it’s better to slip out of party without saying goodbye to anyone or to make the rounds before making your exit, and debate if the Dallas Cowboys should stick with Cooper Rush at their starting QB for another week or so or let Dak Prescott return in Week 5 to take on the Rams. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
ESPN’s Robert Griffin III tells Rich how Deebo Samuel makes the 49ers a dangerous team, why the Rams are not using WR Allen Robinson properly, if the Eagles’ early success is sustainable, how the Ravens get past Lamar Jackson’s 4th down blunder that led to Baltimore’s Week 3 loss to the Buffalo Bills, explains why Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs’ offense is harder to defend without Tyreek Hill, and says why the Dallas Cowboys shouldn’t hurry Dak Prescott back into action with Cooper Rush manning the helm in his place. Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes tells Rich if KC’s Super Bowl loss to the Buccaneers provided some extra motivation for Week 4’s drubbing of Tampa Bay, how he’s adjusted to the loss of Tyreek Hill to the Miami Dolphins, reveals what goes through his mind when he’s improvising his “streetball” plays on the field, and graciously responds to ‘Happy Days’ star Henry Winkler’s homemade dinner invitation. Rich and the guys react to Alabama Head Coach Nick Saban’s response to a question about the status of injured Heisman Trophy-winning QB Bryce Young for Saturday’s game vs Jimbo Fisher and Texas A&M. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich recaps the San Francisco 49ers’ Monday Night Football win over NFC West rival Los Angeles Rams. NBC Sports’ NFL Insider Peter King tells Rich why the Steelers made the switch from Mitchell Trubisky to Kenny Pickett as their starting QB, why he’s shocked John Harbaugh is getting so much heat for his 4th down call in the Ravens’ Week 4 loss to the Buffalo Bills, if Colts head coach Frank Reich is on the hot seat already, explains how Jalen Hurts has turned the Eagles into Super Bowl contenders, and discusses the latest in the Tua Tagovailoa concussion controversy. Rich and the guys react to Steelers Head Coach Mike Tomlin officially naming rookie Kenny Pickett the team’s starting quarterback over Mitchell Trubisky. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The MMQB’s Albert Breer and Rich discuss the controversy surrounding Tua Tagovailoa and possible changes coming to the NFL’s concussion protocol, debate if Kenny Pickett should be the Steelers starting QB going forward over Mitchell Trubisky, why Dak Prescott’s job is secure despite Cooper Rush going 3-0 in his stead, what the future holds in Carolina for QB Baker Mayfield and head coach Matt Rhule, and why Ohio State ran a fake punt late in their game while up big on Rutgers that caused a bench-clearing skirmish the featured Buckeyes’ head coach and Scarlett Knight’s HC Greg Schiano jawing at each other. Rich reacts to Tua Tagovailoa being officially ruled out for the Miami Dolphins in Week 5 and says how the NFL’s concussion protocol needs to be changed to better address the health and safety of players. In his ‘Overreaction Monday’ segment Rich weighs in on Cooper Rush and the Dallas Cowboys, how many playoff teams the NFC East will have, Baker Mayfield, Geno Smith, Kenny Pickett, John Harbaugh, the Chiefs and more. Mets fan TJ finds a loophole that allows him to welch on his bet with Braves fan Al in Atlanta. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
‘The Green Light’ podcast host and 2-time Super Bowl champion Chris Long and Rich break down the Chiefs’ offense taking it to a previously stout Buccaneers’ defense, debate John Harbaugh’s controversial choice to go for a touchdown instead of a gimme FG in the Ravens loss to the Buffalo Bills, weighs in on the potential QB controversies on the Pittsburgh Steelers, New England Patriots and Dallas Cowboys, and reacts to Doug Pederson’s return to Philadelphia in Week 4 and says what kind of impact he’s had on the Jacksonville Jaguars this season. Rich lists his ‘Top 5 Surprises’ from the NFL season so far including the Seattle Seahawks, Miami Dolphins, Atlanta Falcons, NFC East and AFC West, weighs in on Baker Mayfield’s shaky job security in Carolina and on Panthers’ HC Matt Rhule being rumored for the Wisconsin head coaching job with leads to some random boasting about his unbeaten Michigan Wolverines. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich recaps the Patrick Mahomes and the Kansasy City Chiefs’ impressive offensive display against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers #1-ranked scoring defense to the tune of 41 points on Sunday Night Football and says why he still thinks Tom Brady and company will still win the NFC South. Rich weighs in on Ravens HC John Harbaugh’s controversial decision to go for a touchdown instead of a gimme field goal late in their Week 4 loss to the Buffalo Bills, and comments on the Steelers’ QB controversy after head coach Mike Tomlin replaced Mitchell Trubisky with rookie Kenny Pickett in Pittsburgh’s loss to the Jets, and puffs his chest over Zach Wilson’s return and the Jets improving to 2-2 on the season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In his ‘What’s More Likely’ segment Rich weighs in on Josh Allen vs Lamar Jackson, the Jets, Patriots, Micah Parsons vs Carson Wentz, Nick Chubb, Saquon Barkley, the Patriots vs Pacers, Eagles vs Jaguars, and Raiders vs Broncos in Week 4. Actor Joe Manganiello joins Rich in-studio to discuss the new season of ‘Mythic Quest,’ his beloved Steelers facing Rich’s Jets in Week 4, what it’s like to work with acclaimed director Steven Soderbergh and more. Rich previews the Cowboys vs Commanders NFC East showdown and says why he likes Tom Brady and the Buccaneers over Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs on Sunday Night Football. TJ debuts a new theme for his fantasy football segment and Brockman offers up his top picks for NFL Week 4 in ‘Sneaky Good Games.’ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Browns WR Amari Cooper tells Rich that he still doesn’t know why Jerry Jones traded him from the Dallas Cowboys to Cleveland, says how RB Nick Chubb compares to his former teammate Ezekiel Elliott, reveals what he did once that got Nick Saban fired up, and reacts to Tua Tagovailoa’s head injury that saw him carried off the field in Cincinnati on a stretcher. Rich previews the NFL schedule and breaks down the most intriguing games in Week 4, and expresses his appreciation as a baseball for what Aaron Judge and Shohei Ohtani have done this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich reacts to the horrific head injury suffered by Dolphins QB Tua Tagovailoa in Miami’s Thursday Night Football loss to the Cincinnati Bengals and explains why he thinks Tua should not have been on the playing field in the first place. 49ers TE George Kittle (an Iowa alum) and Rich (Michigan alum) talk trash ahead of this weekend’s Hawkeyes-Wolverines Big Ten showdown, weighs in on Jimmy Garoppolo’s return as the Niners’ starting QB, previews the pivotal NFC West showdown with the Los Angeles Rams on Monday Night Football, and reacts to Tua’s head injury. Rich and the guys react to Bill Belichick’s latest press conference where he actually broke out a smile for all the reporters. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich recaps Aaron Judge matching Roger Maris’ American League record with 61 home runs and reacts to Blue Jays fan Frank Lasagna (yes, that’s his actual name) who had the ball hit his glove only to drop it into Toronto’s bullpen. Actor Josh Duhamel joins Rich in-studio to discuss his Disney+ show ‘The Mighty Ducks: Game Changers,’ his beloved Minnesota Vikings, and talks Steven Spielberg, disco queen Donna Summer and more in a round of ‘Celebrity True or False,’ and reveals his favorite story about the late James Caan from their time on ‘Las Vegas.’ Rich reacts to the latest NFL injury news including updates on Carolina Panthers RB Christian McCaffrey and Patriots QB Mac Jones. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
ESPN NFL Analyst Steve Young and Rich discuss his episode of EPIX’s ‘NFL Icons’ that chronicles his journey from 8th string QB at BYU to Pro Football Hall of Famer, how he want from NFL afterthought to causing the exodus of Joe Montana from San Francisco, reveals his concern for the Jimmy Garoppolo-Trey Lance dynamic in the 49ers locker room, and offers up his lefty-to-lefty advice for Dolphins QB Tua Tagovailoa. Los Angeles Rams QB Matthew Stafford tells Rich how the team is handling their ‘defending champions’ crown, what it’s been like to see Cooper Kupp emerge as one of the most dangerous offensive weapons in the NFL, and previews L.A.’s pivotal Monday Night Football NFC West showdown against the San Francisco 49ers. Rich lists his ‘Top 5 NFL Missing Pieces’ this season including the Cardinals’ DeAndre Hopkins, Davante Adams from the Packers, Josh McDaniels from the Patriots, Tyreek Hill from the Chiefs, and Sean Payton from the Saints. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Yankees fan Rich reacts to Aaron Judge’s 61st home run this season and debates if the Pinstripe’s slugger should be regarded as the true HR king instead of Barry Bonds if he reaches 62. Future Hall of Fame QB Drew Brees tells Rich how much he’s enjoying retirement and playing fantasy football against his sons, why he had a big issue with Saints DB Marshon Lattimore getting ejected from the Buccaneers game after his scuffle with Tampa Bay WR Mike Evans, weighs in on New Orleans’ offensive struggles to start the season, and offers his advice on QB’s like Tua Tagovailoa and Baker Mayfield who are out to prove their doubters wrong. Rich previews the big Thursday Night Football showdown between the Miami Dolphins’ Tua Tagovailoa and the Cincinnati Bengals’ Joe Burrow. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich reacts to Marlins pitcher Richard Bleier getting called for a balk…3 times…in one at-bat, and offers up his NFL Top 10 Power Rankings that stirs up plenty of controversy on the set. Actor Ernie Hudson joins Rich in-studio to discuss NBC’s reboot of ‘Quantum Leap’ and dishes the dirt on ‘Ghostbusters,’ HBO’s ‘Oz,’ his early-career appearances on ‘Fantasy Island’ and ‘The White Shadow’ in a round of ‘Celebrity True or False.’ Rich reacts to the latest “Salty Tua” sighting in Miami where a feisty version of the Dolphins QB spoke to the media about Tyreek Hill’s incendiary comments about facing Bengals CB Eli Apple. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jets fan Rich reacts to the announcement that Zach Wilson has been cleared to return to action in Week 4 and says why it’s time to see some results from the 2nd-year QB in New York. Pro Football Hall of Famer and Jackson State Head Coach Deion Sanders tries to talk Rich into getting a hair replacement procedure, says why his son Shedeur deserves Heisman Trophy consideration, reacts to rumors he’s in the mix for the Georgia Tech coaching vacancy, weighs in on Aaron Judge’s home run chase, Mets manager Buck Showalter, says how Carlton Fisk lied about him drawing a dollar sign in the batters box dirt, and shares his favorite stories about two-sport phenom Bo Jackson. Rich previews the Raiders pivotal AFC West Week 4 showdown with the Denver Broncos which could leave Derek Carr and company in an 0-4 hole to start the season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jets fan Rich reacts to the announcement that Zach Wilson has been cleared to return to action in Week 4 and says why it’s time to see some results from the 2nd-year QB in New York. Pro Football Hall of Famer and Jackson State Head Coach Deion Sanders tries to talk Rich into getting a hair replacement procedure, says why his son Shedeur deserves Heisman Trophy consideration, reacts to rumors he’s in the mix for the Georgia Tech coaching vacancy, weighs in on Aaron Judge’s home run chase, Mets manager Buck Showalter, says how Carlton Fisk lied about him drawing a dollar sign in the batters box dirt, and shares his favorite stories about two-sport phenom Bo Jackson. Rich previews the Raiders pivotal AFC West Week 4 showdown with the Denver Broncos which could leave Derek Carr and company in an 0-4 hole to start the season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
ESPN NFL Analyst Dan Orlovsky tells Rich how great it felt to have Jimmy Garropolo join him in the “I Once Stepped Out of the Back of the Endzone for a Safety” club, says why the Philadelphia Eagles are legitimate Super Bowl contenders, explains how new Head Coach Mike McDaniel has made the Dolphins’ offense much more dynamic and adaptable, why the Bills are still the best team in the NFL despite their Week 3 loss, posits that Raiders QB Derek Carr might be freezing out Davante Adams, and more. Actor/comedian Taran Killam joins Rich in-studio to discuss his Amazon Prime Video NFL show “The Pile On,’ why he’s he’ll go from unsufferable Rams fan to obnoxiously insufferable Rams fan if they beat the 49ers on Monday Night Football, and much more! Rich reflects on the fact that the only unbeaten NFL teams heading into Week 4 are Tua Tagovailoa’s Miami Dolphins and Jalen Hurts’ Philadelphia Eagles whose fates have been inexorably intertwined since their days with the Alabama Crimson Tide. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich lists his “Top 5 NFL Teams Whose Fortunes Changed in Week 3” including the Miami Dolphins, New England Patriots, Jacksonville Jaguars, Indianapolis Colts and Carolina Panthers. Eagles All-Pro CB Darius Slay tells Rich how he got his “Big Play” nickname and why he embraced the challenge of shutting down opponents’ top receivers week in and week out, weighs in on Jalen Hurts impressive start to the season and the reason behind Philly’s Batman cape on the sideline, what winning a Super Bowl would mean to him, and how he became fast friends with 76ers guard James Harden. Rich and the guys react to the new-look James Harden who showed up to the Philadelphia 76ers’ media day looking trim and fit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich recaps the Cowboys Monday Night Football win over NFC East rival New York Giants and says why Dallas, despite Cooper Rush going 2-0 in Dak Prescott’s stead, does NOT have a QB controversy. Tampa Bay Times Buccaneers Insider Rick Stroud tells Rich how the Bucs are preparing to deal with the impending arrival of Hurricane Ira, how a slew of injuries are impacting the team, breaks down the snafus at the end of Tampa’s Week 3 loss to Aaron Rodgers and the Green Bay Packers, says why Tom Brady is missing Rob Gronkowski now more than ever, and previews the Bucs’ Week 4 matchup against Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs. Rich weighs on his Raiders winning the AFC West prediction in the wake of the team’s 0-3 start, reacts to the latest ‘Bill Belichick Press Conference Moment of the Day’ and weighs in on Brockman’s Twitter beef with everyone in the world related to Patriots backup QB Brian Hoyer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In his ‘Overreaction Monday’ segment Rich says why the Buffalo Bills are still the best team in the NFL despite losing to the Miami Dolphins in Week 3, weighs in on Raiders HC Josh McDaniels’ job security after an 0-3 start, if the Bengals are back, the Chiefs’ offensive struggles in their loss to the Colts, Trevor Lawrence and the Jags’ upward momentum, the Broncos’ sputtering offense, Jalen Hurts’ MPV chances, if the NFC North can land three playoff teams, and if Tom Brady regrets his decision to unretire. NFL Network NFL Insider Tom Pelissero tells Rich how long the Patriots can expect to be without QB Mac Jones, updates the injury to 49ers OT Trent Williams, the Chargers LT Rashawn Slater, Justin Herbert’s health moving forward, Raiders HC Josh McDaniels postgame meeting with owner Mark Davis, and how the Week 4 Chiefs vs Buccaneers game could be impacted by Hurricane Ian. Rich and the guys react to NBA Media Day with fresh soundbites from the Nets’ Kevin Durant, Kyrie Irving and Spurs HC Gregg Popovich. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
‘Green Light’ podcast host and 2-time Super Bowl champion Chris Long tells Rich why the Bills vs Dolphins Week 3 showdown reminded him of a playoff game, why he’s ready to purge his memory of the Broncos and 49ers sloppy Sunday Night Football fiasco, if Jalen Hurts and the Eagles are legit Super Bowl contenders, why he’s not a believer in the Tampa Bay Buccaneers offense, and if the Jaguars can actually contend for an AFC South title this season under new head coach Doug Pederson. Pro Football Hall of Famer and NFL Network Analyst Michael Irvin joins Rich in-studio to discuss why he’s not giving up on his Kirk Cousins as NFL MVP prediction, weighs in on the stuck-in-the mud Broncos and Buccaneers’’ offenses, previews the Dallas Cowboys’ pivotal NFC East showdown on Monday Night Football against the New York Giants, weights in on Jimmy Garoppolo’s return as the 49ers starter, and says how Jalen Hurts has changed the Philadelphia Eagles locker room culture. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich breaks down the epic playoff-like battle between the Miami Dolphins and Buffalo Bills that featured tons of wild moments including an actual “Butt Punt,” and weighs in on the lackluster showdown between the Buccaneers’ Tom Brady and the Packers’ Aaron Rodgers which turned out to be more fizzle than sizzle. Rich recaps the sloppy Broncos vs 49ers Sunday Night Football game and explains why he’s concerned Denver’s new Russell Wilson offense reminds him of Tebow Time (and not in a good way), and marvels at the high-highs and low-lows inconsistency Jimmy Garappolo brings to the 49ers. Rich recaps the Jaguars 38-10 manhandling of the Chargers and says what a difference a year makes for Jacksonville and QB Trevor Lawrence going from Urban Meyer to Doug Pederson as head coach. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In his ‘What’s More Likely’ segment Rich weighs in on the Bills vs Dolphins, Buccaneers vs Packers, Lions vs Vikings along with takes on the Atlanta Falcons, Tennessee Titans, Jets and Commanders. Rich breaks down some of Week 3’s top NFL games including Texans vs Bears, Raiders vs Titans, Lions vs Vikings, Jaguars vs Chargers, Rams vs Cardinals and Jimmy Garoppolo and the 49ers vs Russell Wilson and the Denver Broncos. TJ offers up his Week 3 fantasy football advice that includes surprising takes on Tua Tagovailoa and Aaron Rodgers, and Brockman gives his ‘Sneaky Good Games’ wagering advice on the Lions vs Vikings, Chiefs vs Colts, Dolphins vs Bills, and Jaguars vs Chargers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich lists the ‘Top 5 Things I Don’t Know about the 2022 NFL Season after 2 Weeks’ including takes on Tom Brady, Trey Lance, the AFC South and more, which leads do a debate on which division is the NFL’s best so far this year. Cowboys QB Cooper Rush tells Rich what it’s like to start back-to-back football games for the first time since 2016 as Dak Prescott recovers from his thumb injury, addresses Jerry Jones’ “QB controversy” comments and more. Giants QB Daniel Jones tells Rich what kind of impacted new head coach Brian Daboll has had on the team on the field and in the locker room, weighs in on his uncertain future in New York, and previews the pivotal Monday Night Football NFC East showdown vs the Dallas Cowboys. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich breaks down the Cleveland Browns improving to 2-1 after their Thursday Night Football Week 3 win over the Steelers and weighs in on Pittsburgh head coach Mike Tomlin’s decision to stick with Mitchell Trubisky as his starting QB over rookie Kenny Pickett. Three-time Pro Bowl cornerback Joe Haden tells Rich why he decided to retire instead of accepting a league-minimum salary offer from the Buffalo Bills to play this season, reveals what it was like to witness the off-the-field phenomenon that was Tim Tebow Time during his playing days with the Florida Gators, if Mike Tomlin is making the right decision to stay the course with Mitchell Trubisky, and previews the Bills vs Dolphins huge Week 3 AFC East showdown. Rich and the guys react to the Boston Celtics officially suspending Head Coach Ime Udoka for one year for an inappropriate relationship with a team staffer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
New York Yankees play-by-play announcer Michael Kay tells Rich how Aaron Judge is handling the spotlight as he chased down Roger Maris’ American League home run record, if the Pinstripes brass will open the purse strings to keep the slugging outfielder in the Bronx next season and beyond, and how sports fans in the Big Apple are reacting to the Giants’ and Jets’ first two games of the NFL season. The Athletic’s Celtics Insider Jared Weiss tells Rich the latest surrounding the possible 1-year suspension for Boston head coach Ime Udoka and if team President Brad Stevens could be nudged back into a coaching role. Rich and the guys react to Cowboys owner Jerry Jones saying he wouldn’t mind a QB controversy between backup Cooper Rush and injured starter Dak Prescott, and react to the latest Bill Belichick Press Conference Moment of the Day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich lists the ‘Top 5 Things He Knows about the 2022 NFL Season after Two Weeks’ including takes on the Buffalo Bills, Miami Dolphins, Kansas City Chiefs, and the NFC West. The MMQB’s Albert Breer tells Rich how the impressive 2-0 Buffalo Bills can still get even better, why he has genuine concerns for the 0-2 Tennessee Titans, updates the injuries to Chargers QB Justin Herbert, Saints QB Jameis Winston, Cowboys QB Dak Prescott, says if there’s a chance Trey Lance can return to the 49ers this season, says when the Jets can expect the return of QB Zach Wilson, and says if Mitchell Trubisky’s starting job with the Steelers is safe if the has another so-so game vs the Cleveland Browns on Thursday Night Football. Rich and the guys revisit Ed O’Neill’s story about Chris Farley earlier this week with SNL alum Jon Lovitz confirming with photographic proof that Farley did indeed once make a sandwich out of his pet kitten at a Super Bowl party. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich reacts to the news out of Boston that Celtics Head Coach Ime Udoka is facing a 1-year suspension for violating organizational HR rules. Rich previews the big AFC North Thursday Night Football matchup between the Pittsburgh Steelers and Cleveland Browns, weighs in on Joe Burrow admitting that he’s off social media amid the Bengals’ 0-2 start, and comments on the darkening clouds gathering above Hall of Fame QB Brett Favre in the Mississippi welfare misappropriation of funds scandal. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich recaps the Buffalo Bills’ Week 2 demolition of the Tennessee Titans and the Philadelphia Eagles’ domination of the Minnesota Vikings on Monday Night Football. Former NFL WR Andrew Hawkins tells Rich how his new company’s ‘NFL Pro Era’ VR video game puts fans in the shoes of QBs like Lamar Jackson and Josh Allen, why the Miami Dolphins struck gold by hiring offensive guru Mike McDaniel away from the 49ers, if the Browns’ defense can bounce back from their Week 2 meltdown vs the Jets. Brockman updates his NFL MVP Index top 5 among Jalen Hurts, Patrick Mahomes, Josh Allen, Tyreek Hill, and Lamar Jackson. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Pro Football Hall of Famer Rod Woodson and Rich discuss his new episode of NFL Network’s ‘A Football Life,’ recaps his career from wide-eyed Steelers rookie to his enshrinement in Canton, Ohio, reveals what then-Raiders head coach Bill Callahan did the night before their Super Bowl vs the Buccaneers that ensured a victory for Tampa Bay, says why Mike Tomlin should bench Mitchell Trubisky in favor of rookie QB Kenny Pickett, previews the Dolphins vs Bills huge Week 3 showdown, and says why he’s giving head coaching a shot in the XFL with their Las Vegas franchise. Rich reveals his newest NFL Power Rankings heading into Week 3’s games. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich reacts to Aaron Judge reaching the 60-home run stratosphere and explains why the Yankees slugger is having a season for the ages. Jacksonville Jaguars Head Coach Doug Pederson explains to Rich the Jags’ “so what, now what?” mentality, how 2nd-year QB Trevor Lawrence has improved this season, why WR Christian Kirk was worth the big contract he signed, what’s spurring Jacksonville’s defensive revival, and he’s approaching (possibly) facing Justin Herbert in Week 3 and (definitely) facing his old QB Jalen Hurts in Week 4. Rich reacts to news that embattled Phoenix Suns owner Robert Sarver will be selling the team in the wake of his 1-year suspension. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Marshall Faulk tells guest hosts Suzy Shuster which 2-0 NFL teams are for real and which are pretenders, why he’s concerned about the 1-1 Steelers, if the Tennessee Titans might need to make a change at quarterback, and explains why it appears Russell Wilson and new Broncos HC Nathaniel Hackett haven’t developed a level of trust yet. Emmy-nominated actor Ed O’Neill, Suzy and Marshall discuss his upcoming role as disgraced former Clippers owner Donald Sterling in FX’s ‘The Sterling Affairs,’ reveals why he gets fired-up-angry at announcers who talk too much during games and analysts wearing skinny suits and sneakers during halftime and pre-game shows, and tells an unbelievably hilarious MUST HEAR story about the late comedian/actor/SNL alum Chris Farley involving Jon Lovitz, a submarine sandwich and a live cat. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Bills All-Pro WR Stefon Diggs tells guest hosts Suzy Shuster and Marshall Faulk how he’s developed a tight relationship with QB Josh Allen and how Buffalo’s “no distractions” mindset has allowed them to race out to an impressive 2-0 start, and says why Von Viller and company will have their hands full with Tua Tagovailoa, Tyreek Hill and the rest of the Miami Dolphins’ offense in their Week 3 showdown. Suzy, Marshall and Brockman discuss if Tom Brady can lure Julian Edelman of Rob Gronkowski out of retirement as the Buccaneers’ receiving corps keeps getting thinner and thinner. In his ‘Burning Questions’ segment Brockman previews the NFL Week 3 matchups between the Steelers vs Browns, Raiders vs Titans, and Lions vs Vikings. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Guest hosts Suzy Shuster and Marshall Faulk break down the Buffalo Bills’ Monday Night Football demolition of the Tennessee Titans, and debate if 49ers GM John Lynch wants Jimmy Garoppolo to win the Super Bowl in the wake of Trey Lance’s season-ending ankle injury. Suzy and Marshall recap the Eagles’ MNF win over the Vikings and debate if Philly can reach the Super Bowl if QB Jalen Hurts keeps playing at a high level, and preview the huge Week 3 AFC East showdown between the 2-0 Bills and the 2-0 Dolphins, along with a preview of the 2-0 New York Giants facing their NFC East rival Dallas Cowboys on Monday Night Football. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Grammy award-winning recording artist Darius Rucker tells Rich why he’s more excited for his beloved Miami Dolphins than he has been in years, how he teamed up with the NFL for his clothing line and more. Rich lists his top 5 most disappointing NFL teams so far among the Denver Broncos, Indianapolis Colts, Carolina Panthers, Las Vegas Raiders, and Cincinnati Bengals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Two-time Super Bowl Champion and ‘Green Light’ podcast host Chris Long tells Rich why the Tua Tagovailoa and the Miami Dolphins’ comeback win over the Baltimore Ravens is the biggest story coming out of NFL Week 2, react to the Mike Evans-instigated fight between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and New Orleans Saints, says why Jimmy Garoppolo makes the 49ers the best team in the NFC, and breaks down the AFC West after two weeks of tight competition. In his ‘Overreaction Monday’ segment Rich weighs in on Jimmy Garoppolo and the 49ers, Cooper Rush and the Cowboys, Amon-Ra St. Brown and the Lions’ playoff chances, Tua vs Lamar, if the Steelers should turn to Kenny Pickett, if the Jaguars could win the AFC South, and whether the Jets should stick with Joe Flacco even when Zach Wilson returns from injury. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich recaps the wild NFL Week 2 Sunday that included player fights, crazy comebacks and more, and breaks down the Miami Dolphins’ stunning win over the Baltimore Ravens and what it means for Tua Tagovailoa’s legitimacy as a QB and why the Buffalo Bills should be looking over their shoulder in the AFC East. Rich reacts to Trey Lance’s season-ending ankle injury and what the presence of Jimmy Garoppolo means for his future as the 49ers’ starting QB. Rich comments on Cooper Rush leading the Cowboys to a win over Joe Burrow and the Bengals in place of the injured Dak Prescott, and reacts to Joe Flacco leading his beloved Jets to a shocking comeback win over the Cleveland Browns. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Browns All-Pro DE Myles Garrett and Rich discuss Cleveland adding that giant painting of their Brownie the Elf mascot at midfield, what it was like facing former teammate Baker Mayfield in Week 1, how the team and backup QB Jacoby Brissett are handling Deshaun Watson’s 11-game suspension, and what winning the NFL’s Defensive Player of the Year Award would mean to him. Actor Gerald McRaney joins Rich in-studio for a game of Celebrity True or False, discusses his memorable role on HBO’s ‘Deadwood,’ and tells a great story about ‘The Rockford Files’ star James Garner. Brockman offers up his ‘Sneaky Good Games’ for NFL Week 2, TJ debuts his ‘Fantasy Football Advice’ segment, and the guys react to the latest ‘Bill Belichick Press Conference Moment of the Day.’ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich recaps the Chargers’ Thursday Night Football’ loss to the Chiefs and ponders why the Bolts always seem to be on the wrong side of strange things that happen during their games. Legendary TV executive Dick Ebersol and Rich discuss his successful launch of Sunday Night Football on NBC with Al Michaels, the inspiration behind his new autobiography ‘From Saturday Night to Sunday Night’ that includes how he went from producing sports to co-creating ‘Saturday Night Live,’ how Eddie Murphy joined the SNL cast and why the real Mr. Rogers wanted them to stop doing the ‘Mr. Robinson’s Neighborhood’ sketch, and shares a story about his fond recollections of the late hall of fame announce Vin Scully. In his ‘What’s More Likely’ segment Rich weighs in on the Rams, Packers, Carson Wentz, Jared Goff, the Saints vs Buccaneers, Browns vs Jets, Tyreek Hill, Lamar Jackson, Raiders, Broncos, Trey Lance, Geno Smith and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich recaps the Patrick Mahomes and Kansas Chiefs’ comeback win vs Justin Herbert and the Los Angeles Chargers on Thursday Night Football. Eagles QB Jalen Hurts tells Rich how he’s grown as a player and person since being drafted by Philadelphia in the 2nd round in 2020, how he reacted when he learned the team was trading for Pro Bowl WR AJ Brown, if Philly can win the NFC East in the wake of the thumb injury to Cowboys QB Dak Prescott, and more. Rich predicts success for Hurts and ponders why so many people are still skeptical the Eagles’ QB can be as successful on the real field as he is in fantasy football. Rich and the guys react to Mets manager Buck Showalter’s tongue-in-cheek ruminations about joining social media. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Former Chiefs’ Super Bowl winning offensive linemen Mitchell Schwartz joins Rich in-studio where he tells Rich how the transition from Alex Smith to Patrick Mahomes went after the 2017 season, why KC’s offense hasn’t missed a step after the loss of Tyreek Hill, how the Rams and Bengals can improve their offensive line play after a shaky Week 1, and much more! Vikings RB Dalvin Cook tells Rich how new head coach Kevin O’Connell has breathed new life into Minnesota’s offense, what Za’Darius Smith brings to the Vikes’ D, and more. Rich and the guys preview the Chargers vs Chiefs on Thursday Night Football. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
WGN Sports anchor Jarrett Payton tells Rich what it was like growing up Walter Payton’s son with his dad hanging out with the likes of Michael Jordan, Tom Cruise and Magic Johnson, reflects on his father’s lasting legacy and how his character was even greater than his play on the field, and says why it’s way too soon for pundits to criticize 2nd-year Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields. Rich reveals his top 5 list of ‘You Never Know NFL Coach of the Year’ candidates including the Chicago Bears’ Matt Eberflus, the Seahawks’ Pete Carroll, the Vikings’ Kevin O’Connell, the Steelers’ Mike Tomlin, and the Giants’ Brian Daboll. The guys run through the latest NFL news including the season-ending injury to Seahawks S Jamal Adams, Patriots QB Mac Jones’ illness, and get into a HEATED re-hash of the TJ/free Nikes controversy from yesterday’s show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich previews the much-anticipated AFC West Thursday Night Football showdown between the Kansas City Chiefs’ Patrick Mahomes and the Los Angeles Chargers’ Justin Herbert, and react to yet another great Bill Belichick press conference moment. NFL Network Analyst and 3-time Super Bowl champion Willie McGinest tells Rich why he’s not concerned (yet) about Bill Belichick and the Patriots’ stuck-in-the-mud offense this season, why the Bills’ defense could be the key to a title run for Buffalo, breaks down the “rookie mistake” by Broncos Head Coach Nathaniel Hackett when took the ball out of Russell Wilson’s hands at the end of Denver’s Monday Night Football loss to the Seattle Seahawks, and says if he thinks this could be former teammate Tom Brady’s final NFL season. Rich reacts to Russell Wilson’s latest comments about Hackett’s decision to go for a 64-yard FG at the end of MNF instead of letting his QB try for a 4th down conversion. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich and the guys react to Broncos HC Nathaniel Hackett’s latest comments about his controversial decision to kick a field goal at the end of Denver’s Monday Night Football loss to the Seahawks. TJ stirs up a SWAG (Stuff We All Get) controversy by revealing he got a huge box of Air Jordans from Nike but didn’t share the love with his fellow cast members. Celtics Guard Marcus Smart tells Rich what it meant to receive the NBA’s Defensive Player of the Year Award from Hall of Famer Gary Payton, how Boston went from its midseason doldrums to reach the NBA Finals, how he and his teammates dealt with the rumors Jaylen Brown was nearly traded for Kevin Durant, and more. Chris Brockman reveals his first ‘NFL MVP Index’ rankings with candidates including the Chargers’ Khalil Mack, the Commanders’ Carson Wentz, the Vikings’ Justin Jefferson, the Buffalo Bills’ Josh Allen, and the Chiefs’ Patrick Mahomes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Yankees fan Rich makes the case for Aaron Judge to win the American League MVP award over Angels two-way star Shohei Ohtani. Former NFL player and ‘Merging Vets and Players’ co-founder Nate Boyer joins Rich in-studio to discuss the release of his new movie ‘MVP’ starring and directed by the former Army Green Beret. Rich explains to a worried Rams fan caller why there was a silver lining in the team’s Week 1 drubbing at the hands of the Buffalo Bills, and reacts to Miami Dolphins Head Coach Mike McDaniel sharing a bit too much information about his grooming habits. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich reveals his first NFL Power Rankings for the new football season with his 1-2 teams possibly looming in an AFC Championship game rematch. New York Jets rookie CB Ahmad “Sauce” Gardner tells Rich how he and head coach Robert Saleh are out to prove doubters wrong and change the franchise’s losing culture, reveals how he got his unique nickname and how he’s parlayed it into a lucrative endorsement deal. Rich reacts to the backlash against his criticism of the Browns putting their Brownie the Elf mascot painting at midfield with the team’s color analyst Nathan Zegura explaining why Brownie is so popular in Cleveland. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Former MLB pitcher-turned-doctor-turned-throwing guru Tom House tells Rich about the “circus atmosphere” at Atlanta in 1975 when he caught Hank Aaron’s 714th home run ball, says how Tom Brady having success will into his 40’s compares to the sustained career of dominance Hall of Fame pitcher Nolan Ryan, what it would take for the likes of Josh Allen and Patrick Mahomes to have extended NFL careers, how long Shohei Ohtani can maintain his 2-way success, and reveals what advice he has for parents as they guide their kids along their athletic journeys. In his first ‘4 Downs’ segment of the new NFL season Rich weighs in on Falcons rookie WR Drake London, what AJ Brown has brought to the Eagles’ offense, why you shouldn’t sleep on Lamar Jackson and the Ravens’ passing attack, and how Mike Tomlin could finally win Coach of the Year honors. Rich reacts to Seahawks fans booing Broncos QB Russell Wilson in his return to Seattle, and to the Cleveland Browns’ misguided decision to put a giant Brownie the Elf mascot painting on their field at the 50-yard line. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Michigan Head Football Coach Jim Harbaugh tells Rich about the conversation he had as a Wolverines player with then HC Bo Schembechler that changed the course of his career, offers some insight into his QB depth chart with Cade McNamara and JJ McCarthy vying for playing time, says why thinks student-athletes should share the revenue generated by big-time college football, and says why Colin Kaepernick deserves another shot to play in the NFL. Rich and the guys touch on the Russell Wilson controversy, the Chargers chances to win the AFC West, Bill Belichick’s Patriots future, and react to yet another classic press conference moment from Steelers Head Coach Mike Tomlin. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich recaps to the mindboggling end to Monday Night Football’s Broncos-Seahawks game where Denver’s rookie head coach Nathaniel Hackett chose to pull Russell Wilson off the field and go for a 64-yard field goal instead, and reacts to Wilson’s post game comments where he said all the right things but might have been thinking something different. Fox Sports NFL Analyst and former Broncos lineman Mark Schlereth tells Rich how Denver HC Nathaniel Hackett poorly managed the end of his team’s MNF loss to Pete Carroll’s Seattle Seahawks. Rich and the guys debate the Dallas Cowboys’ options at QB in the wake of Dak Prescott’s thumb surgery including turning to backup Cooper Rush or bringing in a veteran place holder like Jimmy Garoppolo or Steelers’ backup Mason Rudolph. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich reacts to the Packers’ season-opening loss to their NFC North rival Vikings and how Aaron Rodgers is approaching coaching up his young receiving corps. Actor Paul Rudd tells Rich his reaction to Patrick Mahomes and his beloved Chiefs’ impressive start to the season with a throttling of Kyler Murray and the Arizona Cardinals, and chooses Rich’s 2022 Fantasy Football team from names including ‘Tastes Like Victory,’ ‘Joey Chestnut’s Colonoscopy’ and others. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
NFL Network Analyst Daniel Jeremiah tells Rich why the upcoming Thursday Night Football matchup between Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs vs Justin Herbert and the Los Angeles Chargers will be an epic offensive showcase, if the Cowboys should consider bringing Philip Rivers out of retirement in the wake of Dak Prescott’s thumb injury, why he’s concerned for Aaron Rodgers and the Packers this season, what impressed him about the Atlanta Falcons despite their loss to the New Orleans Saints and more. Rich and the guys get into a HEATED debate on whether his Michigan Wolverines are off the hook for their stunning home upset loss to Appalachian State in 2007 after the Mountaineers knocked of 6th-ranked Texas A&M in College Station on Saturday. In his ‘Overreaction Monday’ segment Rich weighs in on 49ers QB Trey Lance’s poor outing against Bears, Derek Carr’s 3-interception day vs the Chargers, if the Cowboys season is already over, if it’s time for Belichick to consider retirement, if the Browns can be a playoff team when Deshaun Watson returns from suspension, and why the Vikings were the most complete NFC team in Week 1. Rich reacts to the latest Bill Belichick Press Conference Moment of the Day and says why he’s already super frustrated with his New York Jets. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich reacts to Dak Prescott’s thumb and says the Cowboys’ offense looked troublesome even before the injury that will keep the Dallas QB out for a few weeks. Steelers All-Pro DT Cam Heyward and Rich recap Pittsburgh’s huge overtime win over Joe Burrow and the Cincinnati Bengals, JJ Watt’s potentially season-ending pectoral injury, his first impression of Mitchell Trubisky as QB1 and more. Rich recaps the soggy mess at Soldier Field between the Chicago Bears and San Francisco 49ers and why the Niners shouldn’t press the panic button after a shaky start from Trey Lance. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Broncos WR Courtland Sutton tells Rich how the addition of QB Russell Wilson and new head coach Nathaniel Hackett have transformed Denver’s locker room culture and expectations, his goals for the 2022 season, and what Wilson’s return to Seattle in Week 1 would mean to the Super Bowl-winning quarterback, and more. Rich reacts to the Baltimore Ravens slapping the Franchise tag on Lamar Jackson after failing to sign the former MVP quarterback to a long-term deal. In his ‘What’s More Likely’ segment Rich weighs in on the Bills’ and Rams’ season outlooks, Falcons vs Saints, 49ers vs Bears, Panthers vs Browns, Chargers vs Raiders, Packers vs Vikings, and Chiefs vs Cardinals. TJ breaks out his ‘Big-Ass Grab Bag’ to list his top 5 storylines for the Dallas Cowboys heading into the 2022 NFL season, and Brockman dusts of his ‘Sneaky Good Games’ featuring Panthers vs Browns, Chiefs vs Cardinals, and Raiders vs Chargers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
‘The Office’ actor Brian Baumgartner joins Rich in-studio to promote his new chili cookbook and reveals a never-before-told secret about filming that famously hilarious chili spill scene in ‘The Office,’ and says why he expects his beloved Green Bay Packers to contend for a title this season despite the loss of Aaron Rodgers’ favorite weapon Davante Adams. Pro Football Hall of Famer Peyton Manning tells Rich why he enjoys co-hosting NBC’s Capital One College Bowl with his brothers Eli and Cooper, breaks down the Buffalo Bills thrashing of the defending champion Los Angeles Rams on Thursday Night Football, says how he expects Matt Ryan and Russell Wilson to do with his former teams the Indianapolis Colts and Denver Broncos, weighs in on the possibility that this could be Tom Brady’s final NFL season, and reveals why the camera always seems to catch him eating during his Monday Night Football with Peyton and Eli broadcasts. Rich reacts with glee to the news that Major League Baseball will ban The Shift next season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich recaps the Bills 2nd half domination of the defending Super Bowl Champion Rams, says why he, as a die-hard New York Jets fan, will have to watch Josh Allen ball out in the AFC East for years to come, and says that Sean McVay’s team needs to have a very short memory after their opening night stumble. Prime Video’s Thursday Night Football Analyst Richard Sherman tells Rich why the Rams offensive line will be a problem all season if they don’t make some adjustments soon, says why the Ravens’ front office showed ‘cowardice’ in their contract negotiations with Lamar Jackson before slapping the Franchise tag on him, says why the 49ers made a great decision in keeping Jimmy Garoppolo to back up Trey Lance, and says if he witnessed any strife between Russell Wilson and Pete Carroll during his days with the Seahawks. Rich and the guys debate if it’s too soon to plan the Bills Super Bowl victory parade and lament the disappearing act by some Rams on the fantasy football front in Week 1. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich reacts to the Rams extending head coach Sean McVay and GM Les Snead through 2026 and reflects on how the pair led the team form the depths of despair to a Super Bowl win. Rich previews the NFL season and says which 5 players have the best opportunity to grab the brass ring and cement or resurrect their legacies. Former Bills lineman and current radio analyst Eric Wood joins Rich in-studio to discuss Buffalo’s Super Bowl chances and how the team is handling the pressure to finally win it all, says how the Buccaneers and Raiders dicey offensive lines could derail their promising seasons, and reveals that new Denver Broncos Head Coach Nathaniel Hackett is as adept at hip hop dancing as he is at coaching football. Rich and the guys react to Tom Brady’s comments on whether or not this could be his final NFL season, and take a call from Zach in Japan who had the misfortune of falling asleep while on hold yesterday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Clemson Head Football Coach and 2-time National Champion Dabo Swinney and Rich discuss his new contract extension, why the current chaos engulfing College Football will bring about major changes in the way the sport is structured and governed, if there’s a chance the Tigers could leave the ACC, why he’s not that much of a fan of expanding the College Football Playoff to 12 teams, and if incumbent starting QB DJ Uiagalelei could be unseated by 5-star freshman Cade Klubnik. Former NFL GM Thomas Dimitroff tells Rich his reaction to his former protégé Les Snead’s Super Bowl win as the GM of the Los Angeles Rams, how Russell Wilson’s move to Broncos will have a ripple effect on the Seahawks, what could be holding up Lamar Jackson’s contract extension, if Bill Belichick can fix the Patriots’ offensive woes, why the Buffalo Bills are his pick to win the Super Bowl, and which rookie QB will be the first to take the field as a starter this season. Rich and the guys react to Jameis Winston’s thoroughly entertaining press conference where the New Orleans Saints QB demonstrated a THOROUGH knowledge of his body from head to toe. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich makes the long-awaited announcement that the show will make its debut on The Roku Channel on Monday, September 12th. Rich breaks down the possibilities and back stories for every NFC and AFC team heading into the 2022 NFL season. Rich recaps all the crazy offseason NFL stories (like Tom Brady retiring/unretiring, the Kyler Murray saga, Russell Wilson, Davante Adams and other star players on the move) and says why this could be the league’s greatest season ever. Brockman continues his pre-season NFL power rankings countdown reveal with his ‘Burning Questions’ for teams 5 to 1 on his list including the Los Angeles Rams, Buffalo Bills, Kansas City Chiefs, Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Cincinnati Bengals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Brockman continues his pre-season NFL power rankings countdown reveal with his ‘Burning Questions’ for teams 10 to 6 on his list including the Indianapolis Colts, Green Bay Packers, Baltimore Ravens, Minnesota Vikings and Philadelphia Eagles. Actor/comedian Billy Gardell joins Rich in-studio where he reveals what led him to undertake a drastic lifestyle change that resulted in a 130-pound weight loss, why he (as die-hard Pittsburgh Steelers fan) loves that Mike Tomlin named Mitchell Tribusky the team’s starter over rookie Kenny Pickett, says if he’s as upset as other Steelers fans over the name change from Heinz Field to Acrisure Stadium, and says why his CBS sitcom ‘Bob Hearts Abishola’ remains so popular. Rich and the guys react to Dolphins Head Coach Mike McDaniel and Patriots HC Bill Belichick’s press conferences as Miami and New England get set for their Week 1 matchup. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich reacts (and we mean REACTS!!) to news that New York Jets starting QB Zach Wilson will be out until Week 4 and offers up some advice to veteran backup Joe Flacco. Seahawks QB Geno Smith tells Rich why he’s taking a “business as usual” approach to getting another shot to be a starting quarterback in the NFL and says why Pete Carroll has Seattle well-equipped to handle life after Russell Wilson. ESPN’s Mina Kimes joins Rich in-studio to discuss the fate of the Seahawks in 2022, why she’s also picking the Buffalo Bills to win the Super Bowl this season, what WR Allen Robinson brings to the Los Angeles Rams’ offense, why the Chiefs will remain atop the AFC West this year, and names her top pick for NFL MVP and which team could be this season’s Cincinnati Bengals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich recaps the NFL Network’s GameDay kickoff show where every panelist chose the Buffalo Bills to win the Super Bowl this season. ESPN’s Ryan Leaf tells Rich how he parlayed his RES guest hosting gig into his own new show ‘The Straight Line with Ryan Leaf,’ why the Alabama-Texas matchup could get ugly for the Longhorns on Saturday, if the Pac-12 still has a shot to put a team in the College Football Playoff after Utah’s loss to Florida and Oregon’s demolition at the hands of defending champions Georgia, and why he’s also leaning toward the Buffalo Bills to win the Super Bowl. Rich and the guys react to the awkward press conference where things got a big chippy between LSU head coach Brian Kelly and a member of the local media, and also react to new Laker Patrick Beverley stirring things up with his new teammates by calling out LeBron for missing the playoffs last season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In a Tuesday edition of ‘Overreaction Monday’ Rich weighs in on Baker Mayfield and Mitchell Trubisky’s chances to lead the Panthers and Steelers to the playoffs, if the Bills are under more pressure to win it all this season than the Rams, how much a factor Julio Jones will play in the Buccaneers’ offense, if we’re on track for another Alabama vs Georgia national championship game, what’s in store for Brian Kelly at LSU, and why the College Football Playoff should expand sooner rather than later. Actor Martin Kove joins Rich in-studio to discuss the new season of Netflix’s ‘Cobra Kai’ and why he agreed to reprise his John Kreese role, plays a round of ‘Celebrity True or False’ where he tells a great stories about playing tennis with a frustrated Sean Connery and making ‘The Karate Kid,’ reveals why he and Sylvester Stallone got into a huge bar fight with fans at a bar in Mexico once, and gives his NFL 2022 hot takes channeling his inner Cobra Kai Sensei Kreese. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
ESPN ‘First Take’ commentator Stephen A. Smith tells Rich why the Dallas Cowboys are in for another long and frustrating season, why he’s predicting a Buffalo Bills vs Tampa Bay Buccaneers Super Bowl despite a big push from the Los Angeles Chargers in the AFC, and says why the Brooklyn Nets should be applauded for not giving in to Kevin Durant’s trade demands. Bills LB Von Miller tells Rich why he opted to sign with Buffalo after winning the Super Bowl with the Los Angeles Rams and what it would mean to finally deliver a ring to Bills Mafia, what makes Buffalo QB Josh Allen so special, and what it’s like playing the role of wise veteran in the locker room. Rich and Brockman recap LSU’s painful loss to Florida State and Georgia’s domination of the Oregon Ducks, and react to the Pittsburgh Steelers naming Mitchell Trubisky their starting QB over rookie Kenny Pickett and veteran backup Mason Rudolph. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich reveals his AFC and NFC Division winner predictions for the 2022 NFL season. Hall of Fame announcer Bob Costas and Rich discuss the new season of his HBO show ‘Back on the Record,’ if Aaron Judge should be considered baseballs home run king if he passes Rodger Maris’ 61 HRs this season and if the Yankees slugger deserves the AL MVP nod over the Angels’ Shohei Ohtani, marvel at Albert Pujols’ thoroughly entertaining chase for 700 career homers, reveals what he gleaned from his lengthy sit-down interview with Alabama Crimson Tide head coach Nick Saban, Rich weighs in on the criticism and doubt pouring down on Philadelphia Eagles QB Jalen Hurts’ ability to lead his team to an NFC East title this season. Brockman continues his pre-season NFL power rankings countdown reveal with his ‘Burning Questions’ for teams 15 to 11 on his list including the Las Vegas Raiders, Denver Broncos, Dallas Cowboys, Los Angeles Rams, and San Francisco 49ers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Segment One-- NFL: Who Is Poised To Have A More Successful Season And Why Do Both Seem So Miserable: Bill Belichick or Tom Brady? Segment Two---NFL Guest Eric Edholm, NFL.Com Segment Three---MLB/CFB: Will September Bring More National Interest in Aaron Judge Pursuit of History After HR # 53 today, pivot to College Football Takeaways From Week One and Playoff Expansion Announced Friday Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Segment One--CFB Guest: Pete Fiutak, College Football News Segment Two--NFL: How Much Will Aaron Rodgers Miss Davante Adams, Will Packers Break Through To Reach Super Bowl? Segment Three--NFL: Who Is Going From Worst To First To Win Their Division Like Bengals Did Last Year? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Segment One--NFL: Season Opener Four Days Away Rams-Bills. Has Sean McVay Already Become The Most Important Figure In The League? Segment Two--NFL: Russell Wilson Just Got Paid. How Much Of A Difference Will He Make In The Rugged AFC West and how does it impact Lamar Jackson? Segment Three--NFL Guest: Jason Cole, Outkick.Com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich comments on the LIV Golf Tour’s challenge of building an audience this fall now that college football is in full swing and the NFL is just around the corner. In his Friday staple ‘What’s More Likely’ Rich weighs in on Ohio State vs Notre Dame, Trey Lance vs Jimmy Garoppolo, Dak Prescott and Jalen Hurts’ NFL MVP chances, how high Russell Wilson can lift the Broncos, and if Donovan Mitchell or Rudy Gobert will find more success with their new teams, the Cleveland Cavaliers and Minnesota Timberwolves, after the Utah Jazz’ house cleaning. Rich reacts to Dallas Cowboys QB Dak Prescott’s response to being asked about being under pressure to win this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Los Angeles Rams WR Cooper Kupp tells Rich that he’s not easing up on his desire to improve despite winning Super Bowl MVP and NFL Offensive Player of the Year honors last season, reveals how that crucial 4th down run he had in the Super Bowl vs the Bengals almost never happened after they continually botched it during practice, and says what Matthew Stafford and new additions Bobby Wagner and Allen Robinson bring to the field and to the locker room. Rich explains why you shouldn’t sleep on the Rams repeating as Super Bowl champions thanks to the offseason addition of LB Bobby Wagner and others. Thee-time All-Pro DT Gerald McCoy tells Rich that he’s hoping to sign on with a team for one last NFL season before embarking on a career in media, explains why locker room leadership will be the key to the 49ers’ Jimmy Garoppolo-Trey Lance backup-starter dynamic, says how good the Las Vegas Raiders can be this season, and tells Rich what he’d say to Lincoln Riley after the coach jilted his Oklahoma Sooners for the USC Trojans. Rich and the guys celebrate College Colors Day with a heated discussion about why Brockman (Syracuse and Georgia) and TJ (Georgetown, Duke, Florida State) cheer for multiple schools? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich recaps the big Thursday night in college football that featured thrilling games between Penn State vs Purdue, Pitt vs West Virginia and more, and reacts to Jimmy Garoppolo and Trey Lance addressing the media regarding the 49ers’ QB depth chart. Buccaneers RB Leonard Fournette tells Rich why he’s not bothered by the annual scrutiny about his off-season weight gain, what the difference between new head coach Todd Bowles and the retired Bruce Arians, how the Bucs’ locker room reacted to Tom Brady’s mysterious leave of absence, why Julio Jones is poised for a huge season in Tampa, and how he’s making it easier for his fans to actually hang out with him when he’s off the football field. Brockman continues his pre-season NFL power rankings reveal with his ‘Burning Questions’ for teams 20 to 16 on his list including the Cleveland Browns, Arizona Cardinals, Pittsburgh Steelers, Tennessee Titans, and Miami Dolphins. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
ESPN’s Chris Fowler weighs in on Rich’s fashion choice of Birkenstocks as footwear today, recap Serena Williams’ “staggering” US Open 2nd round upset of #2 Anett Kontaveit and if she can continue her run at Flushing Meadows, previews this weekend’s huge Ohio State vs Notre Dame game, and weighs in on the Big Ten’s expansion and the possibility of adding more teams to the College Football Playoff mix. Brockman continues his pre-season NFL power rankings reveal with his ‘Burning Questions’ for teams 25 through 21 on his list including the Washington Commanders, Carolina Panthers, New York Jets, New Orleans Saints, and New England Patriots. Rich EMPHATICALLY weighs in on the Shohei Ohtani vs Aaron Judge for AL MVP debate and EMPHATICALLY tells Mets fans that the slugging outfielder IS NOT changing addresses in New York. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich updates Sam Darnold’s ankle injury and reflects on the star-crossed career of the Carolina Panthers’ QB since coming out of USC with great expectations, and gives some advice to a caller from the U.K. who’s in an INSANE 24-team fantasy football league. 49ers General Manager John Lynch tells Rich how Jimmy Garoppolo’s offseason shoulder surgery severely limited his trade market and led to the Niners keeping him as their backup QB, how Trey Lance reacted to learning that Jimmy G would be sticking around and if there’s a chance he could return to the starting role if the 2nd-year QB struggles, and reveals how deep the rift was between the team and Deebo Samuel before they inked the All-Pro WR to an big contract extension. Rich and the guys break down the 49ers’ Jimmy Garoppolo/Trey Lance dynamic and if Jimmy G’s presence will hinder the development of the promising 2nd-year quarterback. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich reacts to Russell Wilson’s mammoth new $245 Million contract with the Denver Broncos and says whether or not he left some money on the table. ESPN NFL and College Football Analyst Robert Griffin III tells Rich why Russell Wilson should have pushed for a fully-guaranteed contract from the Broncos like the one the Browns gave Deshaun Watson, why the 49ers keeping Jimmy Garoppolo was good for the team but not great for Trey Lance, why he’s bullish on Tua Tagovailoa and the Miami Dolphins but has some concerns for the Washington Commanders, Tom Brady and the Buccaneers, and the Dallas Cowboys, predicts the Baltimore Ravens will win the Super Bowl while Nick Saban and Alabama will win the College Football Playoff again, and breaks down Michigan’s QB competition between Cade McNamara and JJ McCarthy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich and the guys discuss starting up a fantasy football league at the prodding of his wife Suzy Shuster that may or may not include Academy Award-winning actress Jodie Foster. Brockman begins his pre-season NFL power rankings with ‘Burning Questions’ for teams 32 through 26 including the Chicago Bears, Seattle Seahawks, Houston Texans, Jacksonville Jaguars, Atlanta Falcons, New York Giants, and Detroit Lions. Rich and the guys react to 49ers Head Coach Kyle Shanahan’s explanations for keeping Jimmy Garoppolo and debate the wisdom of having the deposed starter as Trey Lance’s backup, and break down the Philadelphia Eagles’ recent trades including trading embattled WR Jalen Reagor to the Minnesota Vikings where he joins Justin Jefferson, the player Philly passed over in the NFL Draft to select Reagor. Michigan alum Rich fields a call from a viewer who asks if he’s still motivated to beat Ohio State again. Seriously, he actually asked that question. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Ravens All-Pro TE Mark Andrews tells Rich why he’s excited for Baltimore’s offense after it was ravaged by injuries last season, why Lamar Jackson’s up-in-the-air contract status hasn’t impacted his play on the field or his leadership in the locker room, hints at his unhappiness that Lincoln Riley left his Oklahoma Sooners for USC, and reacts to his college teammate Baker Mayfield getting another starting opportunity with the Carolina Panthers. Cardinals Pro Bowl RB James Conner tells Rich why the sour end to Arizona’s 2021 season is providing a lot of inspiration to prove doubters wrong this year, and says how Kyler Murray’s turbulent offseason has led to more maturity and growth from the Cards’ QB. Rich takes a call from 3rd grade teacher and cancer fighter Joel Stetler who lived out a dream last week when The Killers called him up on-stage during a concert to play drums for them during a song. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich lists his Top 5 NFL QB’s You Want for a Must-Win Game among the Buccaneers’ Tom Brady, the Packers’ Aaron Rodgers, the Buffalo Bills’ Josh Allen, the Cincinnati Bengals’ Joe Burrow, and the Kansas City Chiefs’ Patrick Mahomes. NFL Network NFL Insider Tom Pelissero and Rich break down the NFL’s final roster cutdowns and why the Cowboys released every QB except for Dak Prescott, why the 49ers decided to keep Jimmy Garoppolo instead of trading or releasing him and what that means for Trey Lance’s job security, why Lamar Jackson is taking a “big gamble” by not taking the Ravens’ latest contract offer and how Deshaun Watson’s guaranteed contract is playing a role in the negotiations, and what Watson must do in order to avoid having his suspension extended beyond 11 games. Rich and a caller debate if Joe Burrow belongs in his list of Top 5 QB’s for must-win games. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Heisman Trophy winner/ESPN College GameDay Analyst Desmond Howard tells fellow Michigan alum Rich why he was immensely proud of his Ohio State trolling at the Pro Football Hall of Fame Gold Jacket Dinner ceremony and why he’s predicting Michigan, Texas A&M, Baylor and Pitt will reach the College Football Playoff. Rich and the guys react to 42-year-old Albert Pujols homering and 40-year-old Serena Williams winning at the US Open on the same day and speculate which current athletes and/or offspring of athletes will still be balling out two decades from now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich asks TJ for his Cowboys fan reaction to the 49ers keeping Jimmy Garoppolo to backup Trey Lance and if he’s concerned about Dallas’ suddenly sparse QB room, and says why the Eagles trading for Saints DB Chauncey Gardner-Johnson solidifies his choice as Philadelphia to win the NFC East. Former Buccaneers Head Coach Bruce Arians tells Rich how much he’s enjoying being retired from coaching, sets the record straight about his relationship with Tom Brady, weighs in on the Jimmy Garoppolo-Trey Lance dynamic and more. Rich recaps the big night in MLB where he took his kids to see the Yankees face the Angels that featured a Shohei Ohtani home run and Aaron Jones’ 50th long ball of the season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich reacts to the 49ers decision to keep Jimmy Garoppolo in the fold after being replaced as the San Francisco 49ers’ starting QB by Trey Lance. Pro Football Hall of Famer/NFL Network Analyst Kurt Warner tells Rich how his experience as the New York Giants backup QB to Eli Manning compares to the 49ers keeping Jimmy Garoppolo around as Trey Lance’s understudy, why he predicts Jimmy G will still be traded at some point during the season, and says where Lance still has room to grow as a quarterback and if his ups-and-downs could eventually get him benched if the lows get too low. Rich and Brockman break down the 49ers options in case Trey Lance doesn’t work out as their starting QB including the scenario of Aaron Rodgers as the Niners’ QB1 in 2023. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
NBC Sports Boston’s Patriots Insider and Rich break down the Pats’ massive struggles on offense this pre-season and how much blame should fall in head coach Bill Belichick, and tells Rich why Tom Brady “seems fatigued” and appears to be “punching the clock” following his comments to the media after the Buccaneers most recent preseason game. Stanford Head Coach David Shaw and Rich discuss USC and UCLA leaving the Pac-12 and what it means for the Cardinal’s and the conference’s future, how the expectations for quarterbacks have changed over the years and why he prefers them taller, why Christian McCaffrey is a poised for a huge comeback season, why the Texans’ Davis Mills was the best rookie QB in the NFL last season, and says if there’s any sliver of a chance Andrew Luck would ever come out of retirement. Rich recounts the special moment he witnessed at a recent concert by The Killers where front man Brandon Flowers brought a cancer patient on stage to play drums during one of their songs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich and a caller discuss the Buffalo Bills release of punter Matt Araiza following the rape allegations against him. In his ‘Overreaction Monday’ segment Rich says if Kenny Pickett or Mitchell Trubisky should start Week 1 for the Steelers, if Bill Belichick and Patriots can sort out their offensive struggles, the chances Jimmy Garoppolo lands with the Seahawks, if Trey Lance will shine or struggle as the 49ers’ starting QB, if Aaron Donald should have been voted the NFL’s best player by his peers over Tom Brady. Former NFL executive/VSiN host Michael Lombardi tells Rich why he has some concerns for Tom Brady and the Dallas Cowboys this season, why he’s confident the Patriots can get their moribund offense sorted out, what new Head Coach Josh McDaniels brings to the Las Vegas Raiders, why he’s still skeptical Tua Tagovailoa can be a star with the Miami Dolphins, how the 49ers offense will look with Trey Lance at QB1, why the Cleveland Browns should trade for Jimmy Garoppolo to fill the void during Deshaun Watson’s 11-game suspension, and why he’s predicting an Aaron Rodgers and the Packers vs Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs in the Super Bowl. Rich recounts a story that happened over the weekend illustrating the positives and perils of soaking up the sun in Southern California. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich reacts to Tom Brady’s return to the Buccaneers and his postgame comments over the weekend that made him more relatable as a father and husband. Tampa Bay Times Buccaneers Insider Rick Stroud tells Rich how Tom Brady’s recent absences and comments to the media show a rarely-seen vulnerable side to TB12, why the Bucs are not as concerned about their rash of O-Line injuries as some pundits in the media, what expectations are for WRs Julio Jones, Chris Godwin and Tampa’s receiving corps are this season, why Jon Gruden and the Raiders said ‘no’ to adding Brady back in 2020, and if this could REALLY be Brady’s final NFL season. Rich and Brockman break down the Buccaneers’ 2022 schedule and ponder if Tom Brady can win another Super Bowl and ride off into the sunset. Mike Tomlin finished the pre-season showing he’s already in mid-season form when addressing the media which leads to a heated discussion about Brockman and TJ’s Kenny Pickett bet that has yet to be paid. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In his ‘What’s More Likely’ segment Rich weighs in on the Seattle Seahawks, Dallas Cowboys, Cooper Kupp vs Ja’Marr Chase, the Miami Dolphins’ Tua Tagovailoa vs the Philadelphia Eagles’ Jalen Hurts, Matt Ryan and the Colts playoff potential compared to Tom Brady and the Buccaneers’, if the Minnesota Vikings or Denver Broncos have a better shot at the postseason, and if the Atlanta Falcons or Jacksonville Jaguars have the better sleeper team potential. Danny DeVito and his daughter Lucy join Rich in-studio to discuss their new animated FX series ‘Little Demon’ that features cameos by Arnold Schwarzenegger and comedy legend Mel Brooks, and reveal what it was like growing up on/raising kids on movie and TV show sets like ‘Cheers’ and 'Terms of Endearment.’ The guys wrap up the hour discussing their paltry Uber ratings, this weekend’s pre-season NFL schedule, fantasy football and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich reacts to the Mariners giving rookie OF Julio Rodriguez a huge long-term contract and makes a desperate plea for someone to take out the Houston Astros before his Yankees have to face them in the playoffs. Rich explains why it’s not too soon for the 49ers to throw QB Trey Lance into the fire as their starter over Jimmy Garoppolo. ‘Brother from Another’ co-host Michael Smith and Rich discuss his new gig on Amazon Prime’s ‘Thursday Night Football’ coverage, says why Trey Lance’s early struggles as the 49ers QB1 could pay off huge dividends down the road, why Kevin Durant and the Nets were able to mend fences after a summer of strife, why Russell Westbrook should swallow his beef with Patrick Beverley and “beg” to stay with the Lakers and why Lamar Jackson negotiating his own contract with the Baltimore Ravens might not be in his own best interests. Rich reacts to Steelers Head Coach Mike Tomlin officially announcing his QB depth chart among Mitchell Trubisky, Mason Rudolph and Kenny Pickett for the team’s final pre-season game this weekend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich reacts to the ugly brawl between the Los Angeles Rams and Cincinnati Bengals and says if the NFL will be able to punish Aaron Donald for recklessly swinging a helmet during the melee, and comments on the “shocking and disgusting” gang rape allegations against Buffalo Bills rookie punter Matt Araiza. Pro Football Talk’s Mike Florio tells Rich what the NFL and Buffalo Bills’ options are regarding Matt Araiza, why the NFL should try to punish Aaron Donald despite their lack of authority over team practices, why Lamar Jackson should take the Baltimore Ravens’ best contract offer, and why he thinks the 49ers might hang onto Jimmy Garoppolo despite naming Trey Lance their starting quarterback. Rich and Brockman debate if the Niners keeping Jimmy as injury insurance would be too much of a distraction for Lance. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich comes to the defense of Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes who’s been slagged on by former teammates and some media pundits despite having a Super Bowl win and NFL MVP award on his resumé. Comedians/Activists Chad Kroeger and Jay Parr join Rich in-studio to discuss their new Netflx show, reveal how Paul Walker led them toward a life of activism, describe their perfect day and what “stoke” means to them, being tapped by Bill Hader for a cameo in ‘Barry,’ their take on the Hot Dog Beer Straw controversy, and weigh in on Brockman’s no-time-limit fantasy football draft. Rich ends the hour with a not-so-uplifting pep talk for all the Dallas Cowboys fans feeling down in the dumps after the serious knee injury to OT Tyron Smith. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich lists his Top 5 NFL Sleeper Teams for the 2022 season among the New Orleans Saints, Minnesota Vikings, New York Jets, Jacksonville Jaguars, and Detroit Lions. SportsGrid & The Ringer Lead NFL Analyst Warren Sharp tells Rich why he has major concerns about the Dallas Cowboys, Arizona Cardinals and New England Patriots this season, why he’s buying stock in Tua Tagovailoa and the Miami Dolphins, how new Vikings Head Coach Kevin O’Connell can unleash Kirk Cousins in Minnesota, why the Ravens will be much better this season if they can avoid the injury bug again, says how much an impact the Broncos’ Russell Wilson, the Rams’ Allen Robinson, the Dolphins’ Tyreek Hill and the Eagles’ AJ Brown will have on their new teams, and says why he’s predicting the Los Angeles Charger will reach the Super Bowl this season. Actor/Comedian Joe Lo Truglio calls Rich to sell him on joining his celebrity fantasy football league with the likes of Jon Hamm and Paul Rudd. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich reacts to the possibly season-ending injury to Dallas Cowboys OT Tyron Smith saying it pretty much guarantees the Philadelphia Eagles will now win the NFC East. ESPN NFL Nation’s Todd Archer tells Rich how big an impact losing Tyron Smith will have on the Cowboys’ offense, why Ezekiel Elliott is still Dallas’ bell cow running back, and predicts Mike McCarthy won’t be the teams head coach next year and neither will Sean Payton. Rich debates joining a celebrity fantasy football league with the likes of Jon Hamm and comedian Joe Lo Truglio. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
World champion competitive eater and 15-time Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest winner Joey Chestnut tells Rich his reaction to the viral video of a Yankees fan using a hot dog as a beer straw and vows to give it a shot tonight at a Chicago Cubs game at Wrigley Field, reveals which is the only food he won’t eat in a speed-eating contest and more. Oscar-nominated director and writer Michael Mann and Rich discuss ‘Heat 2’ the book sequel to his acclaimed 1990’s movie ‘Heat,’ reveals what he learned about and from Muhammad Ali while making ‘Ali,’ and does a deep dive into the making ‘Heat’ with Al Pacino and Robert De Niro in a round of ‘Celebrity True or False.’ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich reacts to Raiders QB Derek Carr’s response to the revelation that Jon Gruden turned down the chance to bring Tom Brady in to be the team’s QB back in 2020. Falcons Head Coach Arthur Smith and Rich discuss Atlanta’s quarterback options between veteran Marcus Mariota and promising rookie Desmond Ridder, what he learned as a rookie head coach, the health of 1st round draft pick Drake London and more. Rich weighs in on the latest developments in the ongoing PGA Tour vs LIV Golf war. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich reacts to the Brooklyn Nets’ refusal to deal Kevin Durant after his trade demand in June and the guys debate if the Clippers or Lakers are a better bet to win the NBA title, offers up some advice for whomever buys the Los Angeles Angels after owner Arte Moreno announced the team is up for sale (which made Hall of Famer Rod Carew VERY happy), and makes a plea for future Hall of Famer Albert Pujols not to call it a career after this season. NFL RB-turned-actor Thomas Q. Jones joins Rich in-studio to discuss the new season of his Bounce TV show ‘Johnson,’ says if NFL coaches or TV network executives are bigger liars, says what advice he has for Seahawks WR DK Metcalf as he dips his toes in the acting waters, says why it’s difficult for running backs to have long careers especially in today’s NFL, and reveals that time at the Pro Bowl when he had a very awkward moment with Jay Cutler. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Saints All-Pro DE Cameron Jordan tells Rich why he has ZERO issues with the low block that injured New York Giants edge rusher Kayvon Thibodeaux and why he would be firmly opposed to any rules outlawing such tactics, how it’s different having a defensive-minded head coach in Dennis Allen after the departure of Sean Payton, explains how New Orleans has been able to hold Tom Brady in-check over the past two regular seasons, and reveals what TB12 and former NFL QB Jay Cutler have in common. Rich reveals his Top 5 Most Fascinating Teams heading into the 2022 season among the defending Super Bowl champion Los Angeles Rams, Josh Allen’s Buffalo Bills, Tua Tagovailoa’s Miami Dolphins, Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs, and Russell Wilson’s Denver Broncos, which leads to a debate about what are realistic expectations in the Mile High City this season.( Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich reacts to the Brooklyn Nets and Kevin Durant announcing that they’ve mended fences and will run it back with KD, Steve Nash and GM Sean Marks still in place after their summer standoff. Texas Longhorns Head Coach Steve Sarkisian tells Rich how Ohio State transfer Quinn Ewers won the Horns’ QB competition, why he doesn’t care what critics have to say about their upcoming move to the SEC, why NIL is not a factor in recruiting players to UT, and reveals what he learned from Nick Saban during his tenure as Alabama’s Offensive Coordinator. Rich reacts to the viral video showing a Yankees fan using a hollowed out hot dog as a straw in his beer which begs the question: is that guy a genius or a madman?? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
‘Breaking Bad’ and ‘Better Call Saul’ co-creator Vince Gilligan joins Rich in-studio to discuss the making of the BCS’ final season, what went into creating memorable characters like Kim Wexler and Lalo Salamanca, reveals that the original idea for the show was a 30-minute comedy, comments on Rhea Seehorn’s iconic airport shuttle bus scene in the show’s penultimate episode, bringing back Bryan Cranston and Aaron Paul for the series finale, how he landed comedy legend Carol Burnett for a key role, and reveals if there could be another BB/BCS spinoff in our viewing future. Rich previews the big Yankees vs Mets Subway Series this week and weighs in on the Portland Trail Blazers decision to not send their TV and radio play-by-play announcers to road games next season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
QB Summit founder and co-host of ‘The Room’ Jordan Palmer tells Rich why Jacksonville Jaguars QB Trevor Lawrence is poise to make a huge leap this year, why there’s tons of pressure on Tua Tagovailoa this season, why the Chiefs offense won’t face much of a drop off after sending Tyreek Hill to the Miami Dolphins, why Ryan Tannehill and Mitchell Trubisky are two of the more intriguing quarterbacks to watch, and how Bills QB Josh Allen overcame his pre-draft question marks to become an NFL MVP frontrunner. In his ‘Overreaction Segment’ Rich weighs in on Tom Brady’s return to the Buccaneers, Jon Gruden nixing Tom Brady and Rob Gronkowski joining the Raiders back in 2020, if the AFC North will have 3 playoff teams this season, if Saints WR Chris Olave can challenge Randy Moss’ rookie TD receptions record, if Gabrie Davis will have a better season for the Bills than Stefon Diggs, and if Pete Carroll and the Seahawks will be selecting a QB #1 overall in next year’s NFL Draft. Rich offers up a ‘my bad’ after his initial overreaction on Twitter to the low block that injured the knee of New York Giants rookie edge rusher Kayvon Thibodeaux. FOX Sports’ NFL Rules Expert Mike Pereira tells Rich why the controversial block on Thibodeaux was 100% legal, and explains why we’ll see more flags for ‘illegal contact’ between DBs and WRs this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich reacts to Tom Brady’s return to the Buccaneers after his brief leave of absence and the statement by UFC chief Dana White asserting that he brokered a deal to bring Brady and Rob Gronkowski to the Raiders that was nixed by Jon Gruden. The MMQB’s Albert Breer tells Rich how Baker Mayfield ran away with the Carolina Panthers QB competition vs Sam Darnold, what the 49ers’ options are for Jimmy Garoppolo, why people aren’t talking enough about the Raiders as legitimate contenders in the AFC, if new Giants Head Coach Brian Daboll can do for QB Daniel Jones what he did for Josh Allen with the Buffalo Bills, and why Jon Gruden and the Raiders inexplicably said ‘no thanks’ to bringing Tom Brady and Rob Gronkowski in back in 2020. Rich reacts to Baker Mayfield winning Carolina’s starting quarterback job and says the Week 1 Panthers/Browns showdown will be great especially if Cleveland backup QB Josh Dobbs gets the start in place of the suspended Deshaun Watson. Rich takes a break from his Michigan-Ohio State gloating to gloat over his rising Uber rating. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich and Terzo in Iowa discuss the Deshaun Watson suspension settlement, and in his ‘What’s More Likely’ segment Rich weighs in on Deebo Samuel vs Justin Jefferson, Josh Allen vs Russell Wilson as MVP finalist, if Davante Adams or Tyreek Hill will find the end zone more this season, if the Jaguars will win more games than the Steelers, if the Charges or Cowboys have a better shot to win their division, and which rookie QB between the Commanders’ Sam Howell and the Titans’ Malik Willis. Rich weighs in on the snowballing battle between the PGA Tour and LIV Golf and says why fans may be the determining factor in the skirmish’s long-term outcome. In his ‘Big-Ass Grab Bag’ TJ lists his favorite actors by decade including Denzel Washington, Jack Nicholson, Tom Cruise, Harrison Ford, and Al Pacino with a special shout out to the late John Cazale. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Fox Sports/The Athletic’s Bruce Feldman joins Rich in-studio to discussion the seismic changes College Football is going through that will forever change the sport’s landscape, why there’s a only a handful of teams he sees winning the national championship, why he sees Ohio State QB CJ Stroud winning the Heisman Trophy this year, if Michigan can return to the College Football Playoff, why the Buckeyes are his pick to win it all this year, how the Nick Saban-Jimbo Fisher beef will play out on the field when Alabama squares off against Texas A&M this fall, and more. Rich recaps the Chicago Bears’ pre-season win over the Seahawks and expresses some concern Pete Carroll’s squad can compete in the NFC West after the departure of Russell Wilson and Bobby Wagner, and answers a caller who asks “are you concerned about the Yankees” with an emphatic “YES.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich reacts to “the dumbest rumor” he’s heard in his two decades of covering the NFL: that Tom Brady took a leave of absence from the Buccaneers to film the new season of ‘The Masked Singer.’ Pro Football Talk’s Mike Florio and Rich discuss how Deshaun Watson and the NFL came to their 11-game suspension settlement and if the embattled QB’s refusal to admit any wrongdoing could lead to a longer suspension, Tom Brady’s mystery absence from the Buccaneers and how the team has bungled it from the get-go leading to wild speculation about his availability for Week 1, says if the 49ers will trade or release Jimmy Garoppolo before the season starts, why the Chiefs’ offense could actually be better without Tyreek Hill, and if the Rams should be concerned about Matthew Stafford’s lingering elbow issues. Rich weighs in on Deshaun Watson’s 11-game suspension and the Browns quarterback’s problematic refusal to admit any wrongdoing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
University of Utah Head Football Coach Kyle Whittingham tells Rich why he’s confident the defending Pac-12 champions can be just as good if not better this season as they head into their season opener against the Florida Gators, weighs in on the conference losing UCLA and USC to the Big Ten, predicts the coming of “super leagues” and says why NIL is “out of control” in college sports and needs to be more regulated. Rich reacts to the “disappointing” statements by Deshaun Watson after he agreed to an 11-game suspension and $5 Million fine after the Browns QB denied all wrongdoing and asserted his innocence in the dozens of allegations against him. With the NFL’s Pre-season Week 2 here Rich lists the top 5 rookies he wants to see more of in this weekend’s games including Steelers WR George Pickens, Titans QB Malik Willis and others. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich comments on the possibility of the College Football Playoff taking over the running of big time CFB from the NCAA with a firm “I told you so.” Southeastern Conference Commissioner Greg Sankey tells Rich why he’s not fully on-board with a football-only super league for CFB and if he’d be interested in running the new organization if it were to come to fruition, explains why he’s concerned about the misuse of unregulated NIL deals in college sports and how he addressed the recent war or words between Alabama’s Nick Saban and Texas A&M’s Jimbo Fisher, if the CFP will be expanding from its current 4-team format, and reveals that the SEC is not actively recruiting new schools but he’d consider further expansion if the right opportunity presented itself. Rich fields calls from viewers with VERY different reactions to the Deshaun Watson suspension. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich reacts to the breaking news that Cleveland Browns QB Deshaun Watson has agreed to a an 11-game suspension and a $5 Million fine for his off-field transgressions. Rich weighs in on LeBron James signing a huge contract extension and ponders how much winning another title factored into his decision to stay with the Lakers. ESPN NBA Insider Brian Windhorst tells Rich that LeBron didn’t put himself in the best position to win another ring by re-signing with the Lakers, if L.A. will be able to trade Russell Westbrook, why the Brooklyn Nets are loathe to trade Kevin Durant, and if the Knicks or Heat will ante up enough assets to trade for Donovan Mitchell. Rich, Brockman and TJ talk Yankees, Red Sox and Mets to wrap up the hour. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich reacts to Aaron Rodgers publicly calling out his young WR’s for dropped passed and incorrect routes. NFL Network NFL Insider Ian Rapoport tells Rich why Jacksonville Jaguars players are thrilled the Urban Meyer debacle is in the team’s rear view mirror, when we can expect a decision on the Deshaun Watson suspension appeal, says if Zach Wilson could take the field for the Jets in Week 1 following his knee surgery this week, breaks down what’s gumming up the Patriots’ offense, debates possible landing spots for Jimmy Garoppolo, who has the upper hand in the Seattle Seahawks’ and Carolina Panthers’ QB competitions, what he’s hearing about Trey Lance’s up-and-down 49ers camp, if the Bears will trade disgruntled LB Roquan Smith by Week 1, and what to make of Aaron Rodgers publicly calling out his young WRs’ mistakes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
BYU Head Football Coach Kalani Sitake and Rich discuss the Cougars’ upcoming move to the Big 12 Conference and the rapidly-changing college football landscape, why NIL income is a good thing for young student-athletes, and why Jets fans should feel confident Zach Wilson will bounce back from his latest knee injury. ESPN NFL Analyst Louis Riddick tells Rich why Geno Smith has the edge over Drew Lock in the Seahawks’ QB competition, why the Bears are foolish to not give Roquan Smith a much-deserved new contract, why Kenny Pickett will be the Steelers’ starting quarterback sooner rather than later, why the Miami Dolphins’ Tua Tagovailoa, the Philadelphia Eagles’ Jalen Hurts and the 49ers’ Trey Lance are poised for monster seasons, and why he sees Joe Burrow as a top 3 QB in the NFL right up there behind Tom Brady and Aaron Rodgers. Rich and Brockman debate if Bengals QB Joe Burrow or Chargers QB Justin Herbert will have the better career when it’s all said and done. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
TJ lists his top college football players who have the perfect names for NIL deals. Actress Michelle Monaghan joins Rich in-studio to discuss her new Neflix series ‘Echoes,’ her love of Iowa Hawkeyes football and her excitement over UCLA and USC joining the Big Ten, reveals the special moment she experienced filming a ‘True Detective’ scene with Woody Harrelson, and reveals her longtime crush on Cubs hall of fame 2B Ryne Sandberg. Brockman tells Rich his spoiler-free take on the ‘Better Call Saul’ series finale and the guys debate which classic TV shows went out with a bang and which ones went out with a whimper. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Fire Pit Collective golf writer Alan Shipnuck tells Rich why there’s a growing schism among PGA Tour players at the top of the food chain and the tour’s middle class and Tiger Woods’ “shadow commissioner” role in keeping players from defecting, why Open Championship winner Cameron Smith joining the Saudi-backed tour brings big-time legitimacy to the upstart league, and why LIV Golf is here to stay due to bottomless financial backing. Rich explains why the LIV Tour isn’t going away and if a compromise can be reached between the league and the PGA Tour, then reveals his new list of Top 5 NFL Things He’s Talked Himself into including takes on Kirk Cousins, the AFC East, the Chiefs’ offense, the Seahawks, and the Steelers’ QB competition. Rich makes a big announcement about the future TV home of the show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich previews the Chiefs 2022 outlook and says pundits who are predicting a step back for Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City offense after the departure of Tyreek Hill to the Dolphins could turn out to be very wrong. Rich and the guys get into a heated candy debate including Red Vines vs Twizzlers, Jelly Bellies vs Jelly Beans and some hot takes on Starburst and Skittles. NFL Network Reporter Tom Pelissero tells Rich why the NFL Management Council issued a tampering warning memo regarding the trade demand of disgruntled Chicago Bears LB Roquan Smith, if the Jets should be worried about the long-term prognosis for QB Zach Wilson after his latest knee injury, how the Seahawks’ and Steelers’ QB competitions are shaping up, where Jimmy Garoppolo could possibly land once the 49ers part ways with him, and more. Rich and the guys debate the best landing spots for Jimmy Garoppolo as he waits in limbo for his release or trade from the 49ers, and break down the latest Bill Belichick Press Conference Moment of the Day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Three-time Super Bowl champion Julian Edelman joins Rich in-studio where he reveals why he’s missing football now more than ever and if he’d consider a comeback of Tom Brady called, discusses his new ‘Games with Names’ podcast that revisits some of the most famous games and plays in sports history, weighs in on the Patriots’ “vanilla” offense that has been unimpressive in the pre-season so far, why he’s picking the Las Vegas Raiders to win the AFC West, imagines what a Patriots version of HBO’s ‘Hard Knocks’ would have looked like, and in a game of ‘Edelman True or False’ reveals how he came to conduct the Boston Pops Orchestra once, wrote three children’s books, and the real story behind Rob Gronkowski putting a dent in the Lombardi Trophy at Fenway Park when he tried to use it as a bat. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
NBCSN Boston’s Patriots Insider Tom Curran tells Rich why Bill Belichick’s attempt to streamline the Patriots’ offense play calling is actually causing more confusion with Matt Patricia and Joe Judge both involved in the process, says if he was surprised by the Tom Brady/Miami Dolphins tampering that came to light in Brian Flores’ lawsuit and why Brady soured on the coaching staff toward the end of his time in New England, and more. Rich and Jeff in Detroit react to Dan Campbell’s featured role in the season premiere of HBO’s ‘Hard Knocks’ and explains why he’s buying what the energetic head coach is selling. Rich and Brockman recap the thrilling end to the FedEx St. Jude Championship where Will Zalatoris captured his first PGA Tour victory and react to the latest twist in Roquan Smith’s demand to be traded from the Chicago Bears. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Seahawks All-Pro WR D.K. Metcalf and Rich discuss Seattle’s QB competition between Geno Smith and Drew Lock, says he’s surprised Russell Wilson and Bobby Wagner are no longer on the team, reveals how close he came to demanding a trade before signing his big extension to stay in Seattle, and reveals how he landed an acting role in the new Owen Wilson movie ‘Secret Headquarters’ and makes it not secret he wants to co-star in a comedy movie with Kevin Hart. Bills WR Gabriel Davis and Rich discuss getting over Buffalo’s crushing playoff loss to the Chiefs and what the team’s expectations are for this season, why he and the rest of the team have 100% confidence in Josh Allen in the huddle, and why he strives every day to prove his doubters wrong, especially the coach who once told him he was too slow to play wide receiver. Rich and the guys react to the latest Bill Belichick press conference and break down the Patriots’ offensive woes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jets fan Rich reacts to Zach Wilson’s latest injury and wonders when the “curse” hanging over his favorite NFL team will ever end. In his ‘Overreaction Monday’ segment Rich has more to say about Zach Wilson’s injury, the Steelers’ 3-way QB competition among Kenny Pickett, Mitchell Trubisky and Mason Rudolph, the Dallas Cowboys’ sloppy play, Jalen Hurts and the Eagles’ chances to win the NFC East, Deshaun Watson’s suspension’s impact on his football skills, the Panthers’ QB battle between Baker Mayfield and Sam Darnold, if Drew Lock or Geno Smith starts Week 1 for the Seattle Seahawks, and why Bill Belichick’s Patriots offense already has New England’s season in jeopardy. Michigan alum Rich recaps his epic trolling of Ohio State when he hosted the recent Pro Football Hall of Fame Induction Weekend Dinner. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
ESPN’s Lindsey Thiry tells guest host Ryan Leaf how concerned the Rams should be about Matthew Stafford’s throwing elbow, if Odell Beckham Jr. could return to the defending Super Bowl champions, why Justin Herbert could win NFL MVP honors and how the Chargers revamped defense makes them a dangerous team in the AFC. The Associated Press’ Josh Dubow tells Ryan why the Raiders will be the AFC West team that’s most hard-pressed to reach the playoffs this season, comments on Tom Brady’s leave of absence from the Buccaneers, Deshaun Watson’s suspension appeal, and why he’s picking a Brady vs Josh Allen Super Bowl. Ryan and Brockman break down the AFC playoff picture and wonder if the Raiders, Chargers, Chief AND Broncos can reach the postseason this year. Ryan discusses his big move to Connecticut and breaks some news about a spinoff from the hit show ‘Yellowstone.’ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Guest host Ryan Leaf and Brockman recap the Patriots-Giants pre-season opener, break down New England’s early-camp offensive struggles, and marvel at reporters continually asking not-wise questions of Pats Head Coach Bill Belichick. In our ‘What’s More Likely’ segment Ryan weighs in on Mac Jones and the Patriots, Ryan Tannehill and Titans rookie QB Malik Willis, says why Jimmy Garoppolo will win more games that Deshaun Watson this season, if Tom Brady can continue to stave off Father Time, and says if Packers QB Aaron Rodgers or 49ers QB Trey Lance is under more pressure to win this season. Denver Post Broncos Insider Ryan O’Halloran tells Ryan what the Broncos can expect from Russell Wilson and what their new starting QB can learn from Peyton Manning when he arrived in the Mile High City, says why fans will be happy with the deep pockets of the teams new owners and more. In his ‘Big-Ass Grab Bag’ TJ lists his all-time greatest 2nd-overall draft picks in NFL history including Eric Dickerson, Marshall Faulk, Lawrence Taylor, Sid Luckman and Randy White. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Guest host Ryan Leaf discusses the outreach he does for college football programs each fall where he schools the student-athletes on the perils of fame and expectations that can easily derail their hopes and dreams. Washington State Athletic Director Pat Chun tells Ryan why he’s confident new head football coach Jake Dickert can make the Cougars consistent winners year-in and year-out, how the Pa-12 will move forward following the defections of UCLA and USC to the Big Ten Conference, and more. Ryan reacts to the NFL correcting its use of ‘race norming’ when denying concussion settlement payments to black players and reveals why most former NFL players live in fear that CTE could be in their future at some point. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Tampa Bay Times Bucs Insider Rick Stroud tells guest host Ryan Leaf why even he’s baffled by Tom Brady’s mysterious absence from Buccaneers’ training camp and if it could be a harbinger of something bigger to come for TB12, what Tampa’s expectations are for the 2022 season under new head coach Todd Bowles, and why the new-look Miami Dolphins will be “a problem” for the teams on their schedule this year. Florida State Head Football Coach Mike Norvell and Ryan discuss the challenges of bringing a winning tradition back to the Seminoles after some down years following the Bobby Bowden era and more. Ryan and the guys react to reports that the Cleveland Browns will pursue Jimmy Garoppolo if Deshaun Watson’s suspension is extended and offer up a solution for Kyle Shanahan in his beef with the NFL who won’t let him choose which hats he can wear during games this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2-time Super Bowl champion and current Steelers sideline reporter Max Starks tells guest host Ryan Leaf why Mitchell Trubisky has the early lead over Mason Rudolph and rookie Kenny Pickett in Pittsburgh’s QB competition, what Mike Tomlin’s expectations are for his team this season in what should be a very competitive AFC North against the Ravens, Bengals and Browns, how he reacted to the Heinze Field name change to Acrisure Stadium, how the Rooney family’s ownership has been able to maintain nearly a half-century of consistent winning and more. Ryan and the guys discuss their sports fandom and how geography and parents play a huge rule on which teams we root for, and debate how much stock NFL fans should put in those great and not-so-great Twitter videos of their favorite teams’ training camp practices and scrimmages. Ryan revisits his 2021 NFL Draft breakdown where he thoroughly hammered the Bengals for taking WR Ja’Marr Chase over OT Penei Sewell with their 1st round pick. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Guest host Ryan Leaf and Brockman discuss Tom Brady’s mysterious absence from the Buccaneers’ training camp for at least the next week and ponder if there’s a chance the 7-time Super Bowl champion doesn’t return by Week 1, and the guys debate the incident today at the FedEx Playoffs where Scottie Scheffler walked across the putting line of Cameron Smith to send a message about the Open Championship winner’s rumored intention to defect to the LIV Golf tour. The Fantasy Footballers’ Co-Host Andy Holloway tells Ryan who are his top 5 players in fantasy football this season, names his favorite sleepers and says which players to stay away from, says how Deshaun Watson’s suspension will impact fantasy drafts, and says why Trey Lance and Jalen Hurts could post huge fantasy numbers this fall. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
‘Go Long’ NFL writer Tyler Dunne tells guest host Ryan Leaf why the Buffalo Bills and Josh Allen won’t see a drop off despite losing Offensive Coordinator Brian Daboll to the New York Giants, why the Bengals are poised for another successful season, that the Jets are trending upwards despite the season-ending injury to OT Mekhi Becton, and if the Miami Dolphins can reach the playoffs under rookie head coach Mike McDaniel and newly-acquired All-Pro WR Tyreek Hill. Golf Channel Host & Senior Writer Rex Hoggard tells Ryan how LIV golfers suing the PGA Tour made it personal for players who haven’t defected to the upstart Saudi-backed league and if Open Championship winner Cameron Smith will also make a jump to join the LIV Tour after the Fed Ex Cup Playoffs. Ryan and the guys debate if NFL teams’ investments in big wide receiver contracts, like Deebo Samuel’s and Tyreek Hill’s, will pay off in wins this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Guest host Ryan Leaf takes calls from viewers thanking him for being a role model for them on their road to recovery from substance addiction. Cleveland Browns Insider Mary Kay Cabot tells Ryan when she’s expecting a decision on the Deshaun Watson’s suspension appeal, how head coach Kevin Stefanski is preparing his back up QBs for Watson’s absence, and more. Ryan and the guys break down the AFC North and predict how thing will shake out among the Cincinnati Bengals, Cleveland Browns, Pittsburgh Steelers, and Baltimore Ravens this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Guest host Ryan Leaf recounts his first-ever NFL training camp experience with the Chargers after being selected #2 overall in the 1998 NFL Draft and sets the record straight about a hazing incident involving Junior Seau that has been widely misreported over the years. Ryan and the guys recap the first episode of HBO’s ‘Hard Knocks’ and debate the effectiveness of the fiery in-your-face style of Detroit Lions head coach Matt Campbell. Baylor Head Football Coach Dave Aranda tells Ryan what expectations he has for his team this season after winning a Big 12 title in 2021, explains why “you don’t have to be an a-hole to win” in college football and more. Ryan breaks down the College Football Coaches’ Poll, remarks on the impact Lincoln Riley has already made at USC and predicts how many games the Trojans will win this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Guest host Ryan Leaf and the guys debate if it’s harder to find 32 good Ks or 32 good starting QBs in the NFL with Ryan revealing how he feels (STRONGLY) about kickers. The guys react to Serena Williams possibly retiring after the upcoming US Open and marvel at her remarkable tennis career and overall impact on sports. Actor Javon “Wanna” Walton joins Ryan in-studio to reveal what it was like making his upcoming movie ‘Samaritan’ with Sylvester Stallone, reveals what the future holds for his beloved Ashtray character on HBO’s ‘Euphoria’ and how boxing keeps him humble despite finding stardom before he was old enough to drive a car. Ryan reveals which teams would be better off swapping out their current starting QB for soon-to-be-ex-49er Jimmy Garoppolo. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Kansas Head Football Coach Lance Leipold tells guest host Ryan Leaf what cultural change is necessary to transform the Jayhawks from also-rans to respectability year-in and year-out, how he’s approaching possible Big 12 expansion, why he embraces being a football coach at a blue blood college basketball school, and much more. The MMQB’s Andrew Brandt tells Ryan how Deshaun Watson’s agent was able to land the most lucrative, fully-guaranteed contract with all the misconduct allegations hanging over his head, if NFL teams are wise to hand over big contracts to receivers like the ones Deebo Samuel, DK Metcalf, Christian Kirk and others recently received, and his reaction to Bears LB Roquan Smith’s trade demands. Ryan and the guys debate if WRs deserve to get paid or if teams should spend money on other key positions such as the offensive line. Patriots fan Chris Brockman and Ryan discuss the disappointing showing by Mac Jones and the Pats’ offense in training camp so far. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Guest host Ryan Leaf reacts to Bears LB Roquan Smith demanding a trade and says why Chicago is in danger of becoming the NFC North’s doormat team. Pac-12 College Football Analyst Yogi Roth and Ryan discuss the huge impact Oklahoma transfer QB Caleb Williams will have on USC, his new ‘5-Star QB’ book aimed at high-level high school players, the future of the conference with UCLA and USC’s defections on the horizon, and how he knew back in college at Pitt that WR Larry Fitzgerald would go on to have a special NFL career. Ryan and the guys react to the bad news coming out of Jets camp about offensive lineman Mekhi Becton and what it means for New York’s high hopes this season, and Ryan reveals the incredible story of Pro Football Hall of Famer Terrell Owens nearly fight him in a country club parking lot. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In our ‘Overreaction Monday’ segment guest host Steve Weissman weighs in on the Geno Smith-Drew Lock QB competition with the Seahawks, if Brandon Aiyuk will overshadow Deebo Samuel this season, if Saquon Barkley can regain his pre-injury form, if Michael Thomas can be a star again for the Saints, if the Browns should/will trade disgruntled RB Kareem Hunt, while TJ weighs in on the Mets’ World Series odds with Jacob deGrom’s return and Yankees fan Mike Del Tufo weighs in on the Pinstripes’ mid-season slump. Pro Football Hall of Famer and NFL Network Analyst Kurt Warner tells Steve why he’s predicting Justin Herbert will lead the Chargers to the playoffs, why Russell Wilson is the 2nd-best QB in the AFC West, and why he still marvels at 45-year-old time Brady’s exploits on the field. The guys react to a report that Kevin Durant has told Nets ownership to choose between him and the GM/Head Coach combo of Sean Marks and Steve Nash. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Big Ten Network announcer Lisa Byington tells guest host Steve Weissman her journey from college athlete to groundbreaking broadcaster as the voice of the Milwaukee Bucks, reveals how Giannis Antetokounmpo’s humility is on par with his skills on the basketball court, and previews the Big Ten football season and the Michigan Wolverines’ or Ohio State Buckeyes’ chances to reach the College Football Playoff. Tennis Hall of Famer Andy Roddick tells Steve if Serena Williams has a chance to win at the US Open, how much longer his on-court nemesis Roger Federer will play before retiring, what it’s like to partner with Peyton Manning on a new bourbon venture, if the fiery Nick Krygios can win the US Open and much more. The guys get into a heated debate about the AFC West asking is Russell Wilson the 4th best QB in the division and are the Chargers overhyped. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Guest host Steve Weissman, Brockman and TJ break down Michigan alum Rich’s headline-making weekend at the Pro Football Hall of Fame where he finally got to troll on the Ohio State Buckeyes. NFL Network ‘Total Access’ host MJ Acosta-Ruiz tells Steve her journey from broadcasting local high school games in Miami to hosting the network’s flagship show, why she came away impressed after her trip to the Raiders camp but says don’t sleep on Justin Herbert and the Los Angeles Chargers to win the competitive AFC West, and says if Baker Mayfield can beat out Sam Darnold and lead the Carolina Panthers to the playoffs this season. Steve and the guys reflect on the anniversary of the first Olympic Dream Team featuring Michael Jordan, Magic Johnson, Larry Bird and others. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
NFL Network’s Adam Rank joins guest host Randy Sklar in-studio to discuss the Raiders’ chances to overtake the Chiefs to win the AFC West, if this is Josh Allen and the Buffalo Bills’ year to win the Super Bowl, if the Rams should be worried about Matthew Stafford’s elbow, if Justin Herbert can take the Chargers to the next level this season, why NFL teams are more willing to give young quarterbacks a shot to start earlier in their careers, and what to expect from the Detroit Lions on HBO’s ‘Hard Knocks.’ UFC announcer Brendan Fitzgerald tells Randy why Paddy Pimblett is the sport’s biggest up-and coming start, reacts to news that Conor McGregor plans to star in a remake of the Patrick Swayze class ‘Road House’ and much more. TJ breaks out his ‘Big-Ass Grab Bag’ to list his top 5 all-time favorite UFC fighters including Randy Couture, Jon Jones, Anderson Silva and others. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Guest host Randy Sklar says why Dak Prescott is a good but not an elite quarterback and debates TJ about Dallas’ title chances this season. In ‘What’s More Likely’ Randy weighs in on the Jaguars and Raiders’ expectations, Matthew Stafford’s troublesome elbow, Cooper Kupp vs Justin Jefferson as the NFL’s best WR, the Lions and Cardinals on HBO’s ‘Hard Knocks,’ Jalen Hurts vs Tom Brady in fantasy football, and his Michigan Wolverines’ chances to return to the College Football Playoff. Big Ten Network host & announce Dave Revsine and Randy preview the conference football season including the getting-hotter-by-the-loss hot seat under Scott Frost at Nebraska, why adding USC and UCLA was a “grand slam” move, and if the College Football Playoff should expand from its current 4-team format. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Guest host Randy Sklar and the guys break down the Deshaun Watson situation and wonder if the Browns can compete in the tough AFC North with their start QB suspended. Gar Ryness aka The Batting Stance Guy and joins Randy in-studio where he reacts to the Padres winning the Juan Soto sweepstakes and what it means for San Diego’s World Series chances and does a spot-on breakdown of Soto and Manny Machado’s batting stances. Randy and Brockman comment on the LIV Golf Tour and how it’s threat to the PGA Tour and how it could change the course of golf history and not for the better. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
NFL Network reporter Tom Pelissero tells Rich who has the upper hand in the Steelers’ 3-mam QB competition among Mitchell Trubisky, Mason Rudolph and rookie Kenny Pickett, what the NFL’s chance are of winning its appeal of Deshaun Watson’s 6-game suspension, reacts to the Miami Dolphins Tom Brady-Sean Payton tampering mess, Jimmy Garoppolo’s chances to get traded or released by the 49ers, and says if the Rams should be concerned about Matthew Stafford’s lingering elbow issues. Jason and Randy Sklar join Rich in-studio to discuss how the rebooted ESPN’s ‘Cheap Seats’ as ‘The Nosebleeds’ on the UFC Fight Pass platform, recap the humble origins of UFC and the explosion in MMA in recent years, and break down their questionable fashion choices. Rich react to Packers QB Aaron Rodgers revealing that dabbling in ayahuasca, a plant-based psychedelic, to help him win back-to-back NFL MVP awards. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Iowa Hawkeyes HC Kirk Ferentz tells Rich his reaction to USC and UCLA joining the Big Ten in 2024, if the rise of NIL deals is impacting his program, and why he’s eternally grateful for the career boost he once got from Patriots Head Coach Bill Belichick. Actor Theo Rossi joins Rich in-studio to discuss his new ‘Emily the Criminal’ movie with Aubrey Plaza, the two bond over their common Staten Island roots, reveals his surprising football past that included a state championship in high school, talks about his new podcast and the upcoming coming-of-age movie he’ll be directing, and reveals why ‘Sons of Anarchy’ still resonates with fans. Rich and the guys react to Bill Belichick’s latest press conference and speculate on what the Patriots Head Coach would name his fantasy football team if he had one. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Hall of Fame announcer Bob Costas tells Rich his favorite memories of Vin Scully and reveals what the legendary Dodgers announcer told him the first time they met, and names the all-time greatest moment in Scully’s storied career that included a Sandy Koufax perfect game, a Kirk Gibson World Series walk-off home run and much more. After a season of heavy gloating, Yankees fan Rich voices his concern for the team after the Pinstripe’s ace Gerrit Cole was shelled for 6 runs in the first inning against the Seattle Mariners. Rich reacts to Tua Tagovailoa’s reaction to learning that Dolphins owner Stephen Ross wanted (still wants??) Tom Brady as Miami’s QB. Rich recites a statement from lifelong Dodgers fan Bryan Cranston regarding the passing of Vin Scully, and comments on how impressive Tom Brady has been since turning 40 especially when compared to some of the NFL’s all-time great quarterbacks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
World Golf Hall of Famer and 2022 Presidents Cup Captain Davis Love III tells Rich how Greg Norman and the “hollow” LIV Golf Tour are forcing golfers to decide between “playing for money and playing for history” and if the PGA Tour and the upstart Saudi-backed league can coexist moving forward. Rich reacts to Deebo Samuel’s comments after signing his new contract where he refuted reports that he was unhappy the 49ers were using him as a running back too much. Colts All-Pro DT DeForest Buckner tells Rich how new QB Matt Ryan has brought much-needed leadership to the team’s quarterback room, why AFC teams shouldn’t sleep on Indy’s chances to reach the Super Bowl, and weighs in on RB Jonathan Taylor’s chances to win NFL MVP honors. Rich and the guys react to Phil Mickelson and other LIV Tour golfers filing an anti-trust lawsuit against the PGA Tour. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich reacts to the passing of retired Dodgers announcer Vin Scully and reflects on the unforgettable moments the legendary sportscaster helped shape in our collective memory during his storied 67-year career. Pro Football Talk’s Mike Florio tells Rich how it feels to have NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell confirm his story about the Dolphins tampering with Tom Brady and Sean Payton, what Brady’s role in the debacle was and if he should have been punished also, and why he expects the NFL to appeal the 6-game suspension give to Deshaun Watson by independent arbitrator Sue L. Robinson. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Vikings RB Dalvin Cook tells Rich how Minnesota’s offense will look under rookie head coach Kevin O’Connell who’s a Sean McVay disciple, says why he’s excited to see what his brother James Cook will do in the NFL after being drafted by the Buffalo Bills, and weighs in on the ‘is cereal soup’ debate. Comedian Paul Virzi joins Rich in-studio to discuss his new Netflix special directed by SNL’s Pete Davidson, reveals how he bonded with fellow comic Bill Burr of their love of sports, and breaks down the schedule for his beloved New York Giants. Yankees fan Rich reacts to the Pinstripes unloading the under-performing Joey Gallo on the Los Angeles Dodgers at the MLB trade deadline. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Basketball Hall of Famer and ‘Inside the NBA’ Analyst Shaquille O’Neal tells Rich how the late Bill Russell completely changed his outlook on being a professional athlete, why the Celtics should not break up their young nucleus to trade for Nets F Kevin Durant, reacts to Charles Barkley’s flirtation with joining the LIV Golf Tour broadcast team, and makes a BOLD bet about his beloved Dallas Cowboys. Rich and Cowboys fan TJ debate if Dallas should sign free agent WR Odell Beckham Jr., break down Juan Soto’s impact on the Padres’ world series chances, and react to reports that Tiger Woods turned down close to a billion dollars to join the LIV Tour. Rich and the guys have some fun with the latest ‘Bill Belichick Press Conference Moment.’ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich and the guys react to the breaking news that the Padres have traded for Nationals slugger Juan Soto, and reacts to the NFL handing down discipline to the Miami Dolphins for tampering for illegal contact with Tom Brady while he was a member of the New England Patriots. Rich lays out the factors that could influence whether or not NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell should appeal the independent arbitrator’s 6-game suspension for Cleveland Browns QB Deshaun Watson, and the guys debate if Tom Brady should be punished for a possible role in the tampering issued that resulted in fines and the loss of a 1st round draft pick for the Miami Dolphins. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
ESPN MLB reporter Buster Olney tells Rich why the Brewers surprisingly traded closer Josh Hader to the Padres and if San Diego has a chance to land Juan Soto from the Nationals, if Soto’s possibly leaving in free agency after two years could deter teams like the Padres, Dodgers or Cardinals from giving up a bevy of prospects for the Nats’ slugger, says that the Angels never had any intention of trading Shohei Ohtani this summer but that could change once his free agency approaches, and why the Seattle Mariners could be the most surprising team once the MLB playoffs roll around in October. Rich reacts to Jerry Jones addressing Jimmy Johnson’s absence from the Cowboys’ Ring of Honor by referring to the 2-time Super Bowl-winning head coach as “sniveling.” In his ‘Overreaction Monday’ segment Rich says if the 49ers must win a Super Bowl soon to justify their investment in Deebo Samuel and Trey Lance, if Ezekiel Elliott can be a top 5 rusher this season, if the return of Travis Etienne can translated in to 8 or more wins for the Jaguars this season, what Allen Robinson’s and Russell Gage’s addition means to the Rams’ and Buccaneers’ offenses. Rich’s son Xander joins the show in-studio and outlines how TJ can revamp the RES Tik Tok page and says why he’s not down with applying the Kyler Murray ‘Study’ clause to his weekly screen time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich reacts to the Angels taking Shohei Ohtani off the trade market, and comments on the passing of Celtics’ Hall of Famer Bill Russell who left as much of a lasting impact as a person off the court as he did as a player on the hardwood. Rich and the guys recap TJ’s first-ever round of golf. Hall of Fame sportswriter and former Boston Globe columnist Bob Ryan and Rich discuss the legacy of Boston Celtics legend Bill Russell, recounts his up-and-down relationship with the city of Boston, and says why the current team should not trade for Kevin Durant. Rich and the guys debate if the NBA should permanently retire Bill Russell’s #6 the way Major League Baseball did with Jackie Robinson’s #42. Rich reacts (overreacts?) to Tua Tagovailoa throwing a bomb TD to Tyreek Hill and says why more of the same during the regular season will mean trouble for the rest of the AFC East. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich reacts to the 6-game suspension recommended for Deshaun Watson by former federal judge Sue L. Robinson and says why the punishment should have been harsher. The MMQB’s Albert Breer tells Rich why arbitrator Sue L. Robinson only gave Deshaun Watson a 6-games suspension in the wake of dozens of sexual misconduct allegations against him, if the NFL can win the battle in the court of public opinion against the Browns quarterback, why Deebo Samuel’s beef with the 49ers wasn’t all about the money, why the Cardinals felt compelled to include the eyebrow-raising mandatory film study clause in Kyler Murray’s contract, and who has the upper hand in the Steelers QB competition battle between Mitchell Trubisky and rookie Kenny Pickett. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich reacts to Charles Barkley ending his flirtation with joining the LIV Tour’s broadcast team and ponders if the controversial Saudi backed golf league can ever change its image especially with their reported heavy-handed tactics when handling criticism. Pro Football Hall of Famer and NFL Network Analyst Kurt Warner tells Rich why the Cardinals might have been compelled to include a mandatory ‘film study’ clause in Kyler Murray’s contract and what game film indicates about the young QB’s readiness each Sunday, says why the 49ers are sky-high on Trey Lance and what the expectations are for the 2nd-year quarterback in San Francisco, says why the Green Bay Packers are the most intriguing NFL team heading into the new season, and weighs in on the anonymous NFL defensive coordinator who criticized Patrick Mahomes’ ability to read defenses. TJ breaks out his ‘Big-Ass Grab Bag’ and list the top 5 athletes he wants to see in the WWE including Aaron Donald, Serena Williams, Ronaldo and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich comments on the “game of chicken” between the 49ers and Seahawks in which Seattle needs QB Jimmy Garoppolo to throw to newly-signed DK Metcalf while the Niners need to shave Jimmy G’s cap space to pay disgruntled WR Deebo Samuel. In his ‘What’s More Likely’ segment Rich weighs in on Dak Prescott, Julio Jones vs OBJ, the Raiders vs the Eagles to win their divisions, Baker Mayfield, and plays a round of ‘Start-Bench-Cut’ involving Cooper Kupp, Deebo Samuel and DK Metcalf. Packers RB Aaron Jones tells Rich why he firmly believes cereal can be considered soup, how Green Bay’s offense will adapt to life after Davante Adams, and reveals the subtle and not-so-subtle ways Aaron Rodgers challenges his Packers teammates to become better football players. Rich comments on the Packers loss of Davante Adams and says Green Bay should utilized their two-headed rushing attach of Aaron Jones and AJ Dillon more this season. Rich and a caller break down the Arizona Cardinals’ schedule and predict how many games Kyler Murray and company will win this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich reacts to the Arizona Cardinals removing the controversial mandatory ‘film study’ clause in Kyler Murray’s contract, and says how the language in the clause can be used for parents worldwide to limit their kids’ screen time. Cincinnati Bearcats Head Football Coach Luke Fickell and Rich discuss his search for a new QB after losing 4-year starter Desmond Ridder to the NFL, how moving to the Big 12 will impact recruiting, why he sees big changes coming to the College Football landscape and the need for tighter regulation of NIL in college sports, his thoughts on Sauce Gardner and Ridder’s pro prospects, and gets some useful marriage advice from Rich’s wife Suzy Shuster. Rich, Suzy and TJ debate if MLB teams should trade for the Angels’ Shohei Ohtani or the Nationals’ Juan Soto. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich and the guys react to Kyler Murray addressing the mandatory ‘film study’ clause in his contract. ‘Everybody Loves Raymond’ producer Phil Rosenthal joins Rich in-studio to discuss the new season of his Netflix food show ‘Somebody Feed Phil’ and says which exotic foods he was willing to eat and which deserved a quick ‘nope!”, why his take on Dodger Dogs is sure to raise the ire of Los Angeles sports fans, and reveals how Larry David and Ray Romano are alike but also very much dissimilar. Brockman runs through the latest NFL training camp news and the guys try to decipher Jeff Passan’s cryptic tweet about Juan Soto. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Former NFL team executive Joe Banner tells Rich why the Arizona Cardinals “humiliated” Kyler Murray by inserting a mandatory tape study clause in his new contract and why it serves no benefit to the team or to the QB, why Lamar Jackson should sign his Ravens extension sooner rather than later, what the 49ers and Jimmy Garoppolo’s options are given the limited need for QB’s around the league, why the Niners and Seahawks should get deals done quickly with disgruntled WR’s Deebo Samuel and D.K. Metcalf, and why we’re still waiting on a ruling on a likely Deshaun Watson suspension. Rich and Brockman break down the 49ers QB situation and explain why the Niners can’t keep Jimmy Garoppolo on the roster after naming Trey Lance their starting QB. Yankees fan Rich reacts to the Pinstripes landing OF Andrew Benintendi from the Royals and says why trading for Nationals slugger Juan Soto comes some risk for interested teams. Rich lists his top 5 NFL players who missed nearly all of 2021 with significant injuries who can have huge impacts on their teams including the Jets’ Carl Lawson, the Jags’ Travis Etienne, the Lions’ Jeff Okudah, the Ravens’ JK Dobbins, and the Saints’ Michael Thomas. Rich honks for the Los Angeles Rams and says the defending Super Bowl champions aren’t getting their due respect when it comes to repeating as champs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich comments on the Carolina Panthers’ QB competition and wonders if the battle between Sam Darnold and Baker Mayfield is too friendly for each other’s own good, and breaks down Jimmy Garoppolo’s situation with the 49ers and ponders the possibility he eventually lands with the Seattle Seahawks. ESPN’s Field Yates tells Rich why the Los Angeles Chargers are his most intriguing NFL team heading into the new season, if there’s a chance Jimmy Garoppolo ends up on the Seahawks, why Baker Mayfield will beat out Sam Darnold to win the Carolina Panthers starting QB job, which under-the-radar teams could end up as division champions this season, who you should be targeting as the top running back and receiver in your fantasy football draft, and which players have a chance to break out as fantasy stars this season. Rich reacts to Aaron Rodgers’ reaction to Davante Adams “going from hall of famer to hall of famer” comments when comparing Raiders QB Derek Carr to the 4-time NFL MVP. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich reacts to Jacksonville Jaguars players commenting on the night-and-day difference between Urban Meyer and current Jags Head Coach Doug Pederson, and has a big question for Cardinals Head Coach Kliff Kingsbury who addressed Kyler Murray’s eyebrow-raising ‘study hall’ clause in the QB’s new contract. Comedian Andy Richter joins Rich in-studio to discuss his ‘Three Questions’ podcast, reveals the TMI story Fabio once told him during a commercial break on ‘Late Night,’ reveals how he met Conan O’Brien and recalls some of his favorite moments from ‘Late Night,’ and why he remains loyal to the Cubs despite their recent woes. Rich says why he thinks Baker Mayfield has a leg up on Sam Darnold in the Carolina Panthers’ QB competition and reacts to yet another classic Bill Belichick press conference exchange with a reporter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Buccaneers Insider Rick Stroud tells Rich what Tampa Bay’s expectations are for newly-signed WR Julio Jones, if there’s a chance Rob Gronkowski will un-retire (again), and explains why he thinks this is Tom Brady’s final season with the Bucs. Notre Dame Head Coach Marcus Freeman and Rich discuss the Fighting Irish’s QB competition between Drew Pyne and Tyler Buchner, why he has no problem with the current way NIL is being utilized in college sports, and discuss the possibility of the golden domers joining the Big Ten. Rich reacts to Tua Tagovailoa getting testy with the media and says why the Dolphins QB needs to “get nastier” and channel his inner competitiveness. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich reacts to Julio Jones signing with Tom Brady and the Buccaneers and explains why Tampa Bay is the most intriguing team in the NFL as training camps get underway. NBC Sports’ Mike Tirico tells Rich why the Buffalo Bills and Kansas City Chiefs are the most intriguing teams in the AFC, why Jameis Winston and the Saints could be the NFL’s biggest sleeper team this year, if the Lions can play well enough to land a spot on ‘Sunday Night Football,’ what it was like watching the recent Open Championship for Cameron Smith incredible back nine at St. Andrews to overtake Rory McIlroy to capture the Claret Jug and tries to organize a SportsCenter reunion in Scotland on the golf links. Rich clears the air on his future with NFL Network refuting reports that he might be exiting the channel after two decades as the face of the network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Baseball Hall of Famer Pedro Martinez and Rich discuss David Ortiz’s induction into Cooperstown and why ‘Big Papi’ was at his best in the biggest moments and why former Bosox manager Terry Francona deserves to be in the HOF also, if Rafael Devers and Xander Bogaerts will be on the move this off-season, says why Justin Verlander is still one of baseball best starting pitchers, why the Yankees don’t need Juan Soto, and reveals which batters gave him the most trouble back in his playing days. Rich weighs in on Jerry Jones’ vote of confidence in Mike McCarthy and debates just how much confidence the Cowboys’ owner has in his head coach. The guys react to Colts All-Pro LB Darius Leonard announce that he’d like to be called Shaquille Leonard from now on, and Rich gloats over 49ers Head Coach Kyle Shanahan naming Trey Lance as the team’s starting QB over Jimmy Garoppolo. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Athletic’s Nicole Auerbach tells Rich if the federal government needs to step in, as requested by the Big Ten Commissioner, and lay some ground rules about NIL in college sports, what the chance of Notre Dame joining a conference anytime soon is, and how the Big Ten will handle the intricacies of scheduling USC and UCLA when they come on board in 2024. NBC Sports’ NFL Insider Peter King tells Rich why he has sky-high expectations for Josh Allen and the Buffalo Bills this season, what Mike McCarthy must do this season to keep his job as the Dallas Cowboys’ head coach, why the ‘film study’ clause in Kyler Murray’s new contract is cause for concern for Cardinals fans, why the Detroit Lions could surprise some people in Dan Campbell’s 2nd year as Detroit’s head coach, and if the Baltimore Ravens would be wise to pay Lamar Jackson now or wait and see how the 2022 season plays out. Rich weighs in on Lamar Jackson’s contract situation and says why the Ravens need to pay their playmaking QB instead of letting him walk in free agency. The guys react to Bill Belichick’s first training camp press conference that included high praise for 2nd-year QB Mac Jones. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich reacts (strongly) to the news that the Arizona Cardinals placed a “film study” clause in Kyler Murray’s contract and says why the young QB should be embarrassed by having to be told to work harder and put in the extra time to become a truly great quarterback. Rich, Brockman and TJ debate if Kyler, Dak Prescott, Russell Wilson or Trey Lance will be the quarterback under the most pressure to win this season. NFL Network Analyst Daniel Jeremiah tells Rich what Kyler Murray’s “bizarre” film study clause in his new contract says about the Cardinals QB’s work ethic, why the Minnesota Vikings in the NFC and the Miami Dolphins in the AFC are the two most intriguing teams heading into NFL training camps, why Trey Lance will be the 2nd-year quarterback that makes the biggest leap this season, if the Dallas Cowboys are still the team to beat in the NFC East, and why the Raiders, Chargers, Chiefs and Broncos will engage in a season-long war for AFC West supremacy. Rich and the guys react to Joe Burrow missing time in Bengals camp due to an appendectomy and debate if he deserves to be in The Athletic’s Tier 1 QB rankings. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich reacts to Charles Barkley’s interest in joining the LIV Golf Tour and says his departure from Turner Sports’ ‘Inside the NBA’ would be a loss for all of us. Rich breaks down the Athletic’s 2022 QB Tier ratings as determined by a poll of NFL coaches and executives. Comedian David A. Arnold joins Rich in-studio where he laments the heartbreak and frustration that comes with being a lifelong Cleveland Browns fan, offers up some hilarious parenting advice to Rich with his kids fast approaching their teen years, and says how he’s reacting to his wife elbowing in on his popularity. Rich and the guys recap TJ’s birthday dinner and try unsuccessfully to ascertain his exact age, and react to Carolina Panthers head coach Matt Rhule’s latest comments on the QB competition between Baker Mayfield and Sam Darnold. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
FOX Sports NFL Analyst Mark Schlereth tells Rich why he’s high on Tom Brady and the Buccaneers and Davante Adams and the Raiders heading into the season, why the Patriots’ Mac Jones is the 2nd-year quarterback who will make the biggest leap next season, if the 49ers will find success with Trey Lance as their starting QB, if Mike McDaniel can bring to the Miami Dolphins the same success in the run game he orchestrated with the Niners, says which teams have the best offensive lineman and more. Rich reacts to Tyreek Hill seemingly disrespecting Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs while talking up his new QB Tua Tagovailoa. Rich and the guys celebrate the anniversary of ‘Caddyshack’ with Brockman offering up an off-the-beaten-path take on ‘Field of Dreams.” In his ‘Overreaction Monday’ segment Rich weighs in on Davante Adams and the Raiders, Tom Brady’s Madden 23 rating, the Tennessee Titans, Lamar Jackson’s contract status, if the Steelers are Mitchell Trubisky’s team, and which NFL teams need to re-think their alternate helmet ideas for this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich reacts to reports that the Celtics are actively pursuing Kevin Durant and says why Boston would be better of sitting tight and trying to win with the roster they currently have instead. ESPN NBA Insider Brian Windhorst tells Rich why the Celtics are will to part ways with Jaylen Brown in a potential Kevin Durant trade, if Kyrie Irving’s return to the Nets had anything to do with KD asking for a trade, if the Knicks will eventually meet the high asking price Danny Ainge and the Jazz are asking for Donovan Mitchell, and what the future holds for Russell Westbrook if the Lakers are able to pull off a trade for the embattled former MVP. Rich says why the Lakers should move on from Russell Westbrook if he’s not willing to live up to the plan new head coach Darvin Ham has laid out for him for next season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich updates the latest in the story gripping the NFL world this week: what’s going on with those giant ketchup bottles removed from the formerly-named Heinz Field in Pittsburgh. In his ‘What’s More Likely’ segment Rich weighs in on Jimmy Garoppolo, Lamar Jackson, Josh Rosen, Sam Darnold, Kyler Murray, Gronk’s return, Russell Wilson, Trey Lance, Nick Chubb and Najee Harris. Actor Kevin Bacon joins Rich in-studio to discuss the new season of his Showtime series ‘City on a Hill,’ debates which athletes are the best actors and if pro wrestlers are actually athletes, and dishes the behind-the-scenes dirt on ‘Footloose,’ ‘Animal House,’ ‘A Few Good Men, and ‘Apollo 13’ in a round of Celebrity True or False. Rich and the guys react to the Rams unveiling their Super Bowl rings designed to look like SoFi Stadium and looking to be about half the size of the massive venue. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Yahoo! Sports Columnist Dan Wetzel tells Rich if we can expect Notre Dame to join the SEC or Big Ten in the wake of UCLA and USC leaving the Pac-12, what the future of the College Football Playoff looks like and which of the Power 5 conference will control who gets in and who’s left out, and discusses how the Big Ten will handle scheduling games for all sports when the Bruins and Trojans join the conference. Michigan alum Rich frets over the possibility of his Wolverines having to play USC every year when the Trojans join the Big Ten and gets called out by a viewer for his UM “arrogance.” Newly hired ‘Good Morning Football’ host Jason McCourty tells Rich why he’s excited to embark on his TV career after retiring from the NFL, says why Josh Allen would be his go-to QB if he needed to win just one game, says why Bill Belichick’s ‘Patriots’ Way’ is different from the other teams he played for during his career, and if Kyler Murray’s big new contract will translate to more wins on the field for Arizona. TJ Jefferson lists his top 5 MLB teams heading into the 2nd half of the season among the Mets, Yankees, Dodgers, Astros and one more surprising team. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich comments on the start of NFL training camps and the still lingering clouds hovering over Deshaun Watson, Deebo Samuel, and DK Metcalf, and says what we can expect for the next big contracts for Justin Herbert and others in the wake of Kyler Murray’s huge extension. Pro Football Talk’s Mike Florio tells Rich how Kyler Murray’s new Cardinals contract will impact the coming deals for the likes of Lamar Jackson and Joe Burrow, says why the 49ers will be hard-pressed to find a taker for Jimmy Garoppolo on the trade market, that Saints RB Alvin Kamara could be facing a 6-game suspension, if Sean Payton will return to coaching in 2023, and when we can expect a decision on a likely suspension for Cleveland Browns QB Deshaun Watson. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich reacts to Scott Boras’ “tone deaf” complaints that his client Juan Soto had to fly commercial to the All-Star game, and in a baseball-only version of ‘What’s More Likely’ weighs in on possible landing spots for the Nationals slugger, if Shohei Ohtani can win back-to-back MVP awards, if Aaron Judge can reach 60 home runs, if we’re more likely to see a Yankees-Mets Subway Series or a rematch of the Dodgers and Astros, and more! 49ers All-Pro TE Georg Kittle and Rich debate what’s proper and what is barbaric when it comes to airplane etiquette including the use of overhead bins, armrests, and reclining your chair, and reveals what the hierarchy is for seating assignments when the 49ers travel to away games. With Kyler Murray’s contract done, Rich and Brockman debate if the Seahawks should pay or trade WR DK Metcalf. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Brockman and TJ debate Rich over whether Kyler Murray has done enough on the field to earn the huge extension he got from the Arizona Cardinals. Suzy Shuster, Rich’s wife, calls in to weigh in on his airplane etiquette and his propensity for using as much overhead space as possible with leads Rich to ask himself, “am I a travel jerk??” 2-time Super Bowl champion Malcolm Jenkins join Rich in-studio and to discuss designing his own suit for this year’s ESPY Awards, his alma mater Ohio State trademarking “The,” if Jameis Winston and Jalen Hurts can step up and take the Saints and the Eagles to the next level, and if the Saints can unseat Tom Brady and the Buccaneers atop the NFC South this season. Rich reacts to JJ Watt’s twitter interaction with a fan that illustrates why the Cardinals DE is man of true character. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich reacts to Georgia Bulldogs head football coach Kirby Smart’s new 10-year, $111 Million extension and what it means for professionalism in college football, and weighs in on the 49ers granting Jimmy Garoppolo permission to seek a trade with speculation on which teams might be interested in the Niners QB. ESPN College Football Senior Writer Pete Thamel tells Rich why CFB is mired in an “untenable mess” due to lack of overall leadership for the sport, if the SEC will end up dictating the future of college football in the wake of the NCAA’s shrinking power base and if they and the Big Ten are looking to expand even more, and why Notre Dame’s strategy is amid all the conference realignment and expansion. Rich reacts to Kyler Murray finally getting that fat contract extension from the Arizona Cardinals and explains why he deserved to get paid. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Rich Eisen Show's Chris Brockman, TJ Jefferson, and Adam Chudwin break down the latest from the NBA. 00:00- Anniversary of Giannis scoring 50 points in NBA Finals Game 6 13:00- LeBron playing in the Drew League 19:30- Skip Bayless talking trash against LeBron 24:30-Start, Bench, Cut. Steph-Giannis-Luka 30:00- Steph or Kobe? 39:00- Start, Bench, Cut. KD-Kawhi-LeBron Follow the guys here: Twitter-@chrisbrockman, @toojiggy, @achudwin Instagram- @brockshady, @tjjefferson, @achudwin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
New York Jets All-Pro kick returner Braxton Berrios tells Rich why he’s very unhappy with his “disrespectful” Madden ’23 rating and explains why he’s excited for the team’s outlook under 2nd-year QB Zach Wilson. Rich ponders the biggest question in sports this week: what happened to those giant ketchup bottles they removed from the Steelers’ Heinz Field when it was renamed. Steelers RB Najee Harris and Rich discuss the Steelers’ stadium name change, the team’s 3-way QB competition between Kenny Pickett, Mitchell Trubisky and Mason Rudolph, says why he wants as many carries this season as Mike Tomlin will give him, and laments over his less-than-expected Madden ’23 rating. Rich and the guys have one last argument over airline etiquette and who wins the arm rest battle between the aisle, middle and window seats. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich and Brockman ponder an intriguing proposal from a caller on how College Football should schedule games and says why the Big Ten should also pursue Cal and Stanford in addition to adding UCLA and USC. NFL Insider Ian Rapoport tells Rich that Deebo Samuel’s issues with the 49ers “are fixable but it’s not an easy fix,” if the Niners should release of keep Jimmy Garoppolo if Trey Lance wins the starting QB job, says how Deshaun Watson’s fully guaranteed contract has impacted Kyler Murray’s negotiations with the Arizona Cardinals, and what the timeline is for a likely Watson suspension announcement. Rich explains why Clayton Kershaw is a hall of famer on and off the field as illustrated by his interaction with a young fan at the All-Star Game, and ranks the best left-handed pitchers of the 21st century. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich recaps the MLB All-Star Game and rails in American League manager Dusty Baker for using the Shift and laments the lack of action in baseball today.
Based on a George Kittle tweet, Rich and the guys debate airplane etiquette and if it’s permissible to put two items in the overhead compartments.
Buccaneers Pro Bowl LB Shaq Barrett and Rich discuss Bruce Arians' surprising retirement, what Todd Bowles brings as a head coach, Tom Brady’s retirement-unretirement, if he’s concerned about Leonard Fournette’s reported weight gain, and why his frustration with football last year has motivated him for the upcoming season.
Rich reacts to Derek Carr’s ‘nobody believes in us’ quotes in The Athletic and says why he’s fully on-board with the Raiders winning the AFC West with a 12-5 record this season Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich reacts to Nick Saban’s SEC media day press conference and explains how NIL and conference realignment are paving the way for major changes to big-time college football. Actor Justin Hartley joins Rich in-studio and reveals how his new avila alcohol company came about because of case of mistaken identity, why he misses ‘This Is Us’ already, and says how his ‘Price Is Right’ experience compares to TJ’s failed Showcase Showdown. Rich explains why MLB should adopt its home run derby tie-break All-Star Game policy for regular season extra-innings games instead of the current “ghost runner” on 2nd base rule. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich recounts his love of baseball’s All-Star Game but says why there’s a snowball’s chance in hell that he’ll schlep out to Chavez Ravine for the mid-summer classic. Sydni and Taelor Scott, Stuart Scott’s daughters, join Rich in-studio on what would have been their father’s 57th birthday to discuss how they’re memories of him are shaped in part by the wonderful stories his friends and colleagues have shared with them, what the Stuart Scott Memorial Cancer Research Fund is doing along with the V Foundation to help find a cure, and how the late SportsCenter anchor’s legacy transcends the broadcasting industry. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich recaps the “awesome” spectacle of the MLB All-Star Game Home Run Derby that saw Albert Pujols staving off father time, Julio Rodriguez’ impressive rookie debut, and Juan Soto’s thrilling win at Dodger Stadium, and speculates on how much longer the young lefty slugger will remain on the Washington Nationals and debates possible landing spots including the Baltimore Orioles and New York Mets. ESPN’s Karl Ravech and Rich recap the MLB Home Run Derby including Albert Pujols’ memorable night, discuss why Juan Soto and the Nationals are likely to part ways and how much of a haul Washington could get for the young slugger, if the Yankees could be in the mix for Soto, and share their favorite memories of doing SportsCenter with Stuart Scott and Craig Kilborn. Terzo in Iowa calls in with a ridiculous bet proposal where he predicts the 49ers will go 13-4 this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In his ‘Overreaction Monday’ segment Rich says why this will be Tom Brady’s final NFL season, if Baker Mayfield will have more wins that the Browns this season, why Jimmy Garoppolo is not long for the 49ers, if the Vikings’ Justin Jefferson can surpass Davante as the NFL’s best WR and if Broncos RB Javonte Williams can be a top 5 fantasy running back this season. Rich and the guys react to Clayton Kershaw being named the National League’s All-Star Game starter, previews the Home Run Derby and says what the NBA Slam Dunk Contest can learn from MLB’s mid-summer classic, and run through TJ’s all-time favorite New York Mets players. TJ reveals his G.O.A.T. NBA players for the Los Angeles Lakers, Clippers, Phoenix Suns, Sacramento Kings and Golden State Warriors. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
49ers All-Pro LB Fred Warner tells Rich why he has confidence 2nd-year QB Trey Lance can step into the Niners’ starting role, why he has great expectations for San Francisco’s defense this season, and why he remains optimistic Deebo Samuel can iron out his beef with the team in time for the start of the season. Rich weighs in on Deebo Samuel’s standoff with the 49ers and says why money will solve the issues the All-Pro WR has with the team, and breaks down the Carolina Panthers’ QB competition between Baker Mayfield and Sam Darnold and says why Mayfield would have been better off going to the Seattle Seahawks instead. Rich offers up some commonsense advice for all the Pittsburgh Steelers fans freaking out over the renaming of Heinz Field to Acrisure Stadium. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich recaps Cameron Smith’s historic back-nine comeback to take the Open Championship away from Rory McIlroy. ESPN Senior Writer Kevin Van Valkenburg tells Rich if Rory McIlroy played aggressive enough in the final round of the Open Championship, why he’s not surprised Aussie Cameron Smith captured his first major championship thanks to his phenomenal putting, and if we’ll see more big name golfers defecting to the LIV Tour, if a TV partner will emerge for the controversial golf tour, and how much money the Saudis are willing to pour into their upstart league over the next few years. Yankees fan Rich trolls on Red Sox fan Brockman following the latest AL showdown between the two AL East rivals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Los Angeles Sparks guard Lexie Brown and guest host Ben Lyons discuss her move to L.A. this season, the sisterhood of the WNBA, Brittney Griner’s situation in Russia and more. Actor Stephen Bishop joins Ben in-studio and reveals that he was actually close friends with former MLB slugger David Justice before portraying him in ‘Moneyball’ alongside Brad Pitt, how he became golf buddies with Hall of Fame running back Jim Brown, and the on-set advice The Rock gave him that changed his career. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Hoops Nation founder Buster Scher and guest host Ben Lyons discuss the rapid rise in sports memorabilia and what people are willing to pay for unique collectible items and reveals that some of your collectibles junk might actually be worth a lot of money. Ben, Brockman and TJ list their ‘Top 10 NFL Teams’ as training camp approaches, and TJ lists his G.O.A.T. players in Boston Celtics, New York Knicks, Philadelphia 76ers, Brooklyn Nets and Toronto Raptors history. Ben’s dad, acclaimed film critic Jeffrey Lyons, calls in to say whether or not ‘Die Hard’ is a Christmas movie or not. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Guest host Ben Lyons and the guys react to what was likely Tiger Woods’ final competitive round at St. Andrews and reflect on how he radically changed the course of golf history during his storied career. Brooklyn Nets studio analyst Frank Isola tells Ben why rumors of the Miami Heat’s interest in Kyrie Irving “is not the craziest thing,” says why the Knicks shouldn’t give up too much if they decide to trade for Jazz guard Donovan Mitchell, explains why Jalen Brunson will vastly improve the Knicks locker room culture, says why the Phoenix Suns were smart to match the record-setting offer sheet the Indiana Pacers presented to Deandre Ayton, and more. The guys bookend the hour reacting to Tiger Woods’ post-round comments about missing the cut at the Open Championship. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Giants host & reporter Madelyn Burke tells guest host Ben Lyons how New York is expecting big changes under new head coach Brian Daboll and big improvement out of 4th-year QB Daniel Jones, and why Saquon Barkley is out to prove that he’s still one of the NFL’s elite running backs. Actor/producer/director Kevin Connolly joins Ben in-studio and reveals how he got his start in entertainment as a child, reveals why he turned down floor seats for what ended up being Kobe Bryant’s 81-point game for the Lakers, makes a bold prediction about his beloved Miami Dolphins, and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Stanford Women’s Basketball 2-time All-American Haley Jones and guest host Ben Lyons discuss her success with the Cardinal that has resulted in an NCAA championship and a Pac-12 Player of the Year Award and more. ‘Men in Blazers’ co-host Michael Davies tells Ben why soccer superstar Ronaldo could end up in MLS, how English fans will react to the ban on beer in the upcoming World Cup, why he’s fully embraced the popularity of MiB, says how NBA games differ from English Premier League games, and says if Christian Pulisic is already the greatest American soccer player ever. Ben, Brockman and TJ list their Top Ten NFL wide receivers, and react to Tom Brady’s noncommittal comments to Variety about his playing future. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Guest host Ben Lyons and the guys discuss the greatest sporting events they’ve attended in-person. NFL Network reporter Jane Slater and Ben discuss the big question marks around the Cowboys including Ezekiel Elliott’s health and if CeeDee Lamb can step up as the team’s #1 receiver, if Dak Prescott’s health could be a concern again after his shoulder woes early last season, and more. TJ reveals his G.O.A.T. players in Utah Jazz, Portland Trail Blazers, Denver Nuggets, Minnesota Timberwolves, Oklahoma City Thunder and Seattle SuperSonics history. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Rich Eisen Show's Chris Brockman, TJ Jefferson, and Adam Chudwin break down the latest from the NBA. 00:00-Happy birthday Harrison Ford 03:30- NBA off-season moves and contracts 10:00- Sixers off-season moves 13:45- Bulls off-season moves 19:00- Celtics off-season moves 24:45- Clippers off-season moves 33:45- TJ's NBA G.O.A.T.s list 41:30- Durant/Kyrie predictions 46:15- Summer League early takeaways Follow the guys here: Twitter-@chrisbrockman, @toojiggy, @achudwin Instagram-@brockshady, @tjjefferson, @achudwin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
New York Liberty G/F DiDi Richards and guest host Ben Lyons discuss the rise in popularity of the WNBA and more. Golf Digest’s Hally Leadbetter joins the show in-studio to discuss the Open Championship at St. Andrews, how LIV Golf will force the PGA Tour to change and adapt, says what Michelle Wie’s golf legacy will be once she retires, and reveals which celebrities can and can’t golf very well. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Guest host Ben Lyons, Brockman and TJ list their top ten running back heading into the 2022 NFL season. No Laying Up co-founder Chris Solomon and Ben discuss the snowballing popularity of the NLU brand, previews the Open Championship’s return to St. Andrews, reacts to Tiger Woods’ critical comments about the LIV Golf Tour, and says how the game of golf can improve to be more appealing to younger fans. TJ lists his NBA G.O.A.T.s for the Miami Heat, Orlando Magic, Atlanta Hawks, Charlotte Hornets and Washington Wizards. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Guest host Ben Lyons explains why 2-time MVP Nikola Jokic needs some help in Denver to make the Nuggets a championship team. Tennis Channel announcer Steve Weissman tells Ben why tennis is overdue for an influx of young energy from the likes of Wimbledon finalist Nick Kyrgios, says who’s his choice as the sport’s G.O.A.T. , and previews the next Grand Slam event on the calendar, the U.S. Open and whether Novak Djokovic will miss the event due to his covid-19 vaccination status. Brockman, TJ and Del Tufo recap the show’s trip to New York for the Sports Emmys, and Ben reveals he’s still reveling in Michigan finally ending their long losing streak to Ohio State in football. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Guest host Ben Lyons and the guys react to Baker Mayfield’s first press conference with the Carolina Panthers, then list their lists of Top 10 NFL Quarterbacks with Brockman throwing a VERY surprising name into the field. Former Michigan Wolverine and NBA shooting guard Jimmy King tells Ben why he’s unhappy seeing the rise in basketball shorts after he and his Fab Five brethren pioneered long, baggy shorts in the 90’s, and reveals why he and his Fab Five teammates will be connected for life and why they’ve had success in life at more than just basketball. Brockman reacts to the latest entries into the MLB All-Star Home Run Derby (Juan Soto, Pete Alonso and Kyle Schwarber) and debate if there should be a Skills Competition added to the ASG festivities. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Guest host Ben Lyons explains why he’s not that big a fan of the game of 2-time NBA MVP Nikola Jokic, and TJ reveals his G.O.A.T. players in franchise history for the San Antonio Spurs, Dallas Mavericks, Memphis Grizzlies, Houston Rockets, and New Orleans Pelicans. Turner Sports/NBA TV host Ro Parrish tells Ben why he hated Isiah Thomas as a player but loves working with him on TV, predicts big things for Deion Sanders and Jackson State on the national level next season, reveals what it’s like to be BFF’s with Shaq, and says why he wants to see Kevin Durant on the Miami Heat and Carmelo Anthony back on the Knicks or Nuggets. Brockman and Ben react to the Emmy nominations announcements and discuss if HBO’s controversial ‘Winning Time’ series deserved more than just one technical nomination. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Guest host Ben Lyons and the guys discuss the role of player-produced content in player movement in sports and debate the best landing spots for disgruntled Brooklyn Nets F Kevin Durant. Los Angeles Rams radio voice JB Long tells Ben how L.A. is handling sky-high expectations for next season and why Matthew Stafford could be even better in 2022, his reaction to a possible 5-on-5 flag football sport in the Olympics and more. Ben and Brockman react to Tiger Woods’ criticism of the LIV Golf tour and debate if money is enough of a lure for young players to opt for the controversial Saudi-backed circuit over the PGA Tour. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
TJ lists his G.O.A.T. players for the Chicago Bulls, Detroit Pistons, Indiana Pacers, Milwaukee Bucks and Cleveland Cavaliers. E! New host and podcaster Danielle Robay and guest host Ben recap the WNBA’s All-Star Weekend, the latest in the Brittney Griner situation and more. Ben and the guys debate of a Gronkowski brothers birthday party would be more fun than a Gronkowski brothers birthday party, if Babe Ruth would still be great in today’s MLB and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Guest host Ben Lyons and Brockman reflect on the passing of acclaimed actor James Caan and his incredible acting career filled with unforgettable roles. In ‘Overreaction Monday’ Ben says why he’s not expecting to see Deshaun Watson on the field for the Browns this season or ever, if Dak Prescott or Lamar Jackson will have a better 2022 season, if Russell Wilson can make the Broncos a top 5 offense in the NFL, if Kevin Durant will win another title before LeBron James or Kyrie Irving, if the Orlando Magic will regret passing on Chet Holmgren in the NBA Draft, and more. MLB Network and ‘Cinephile’ podcast host Adnan Virk tells Ben why he thinks Roger Federer is still tennis’ G.O.A.T. despite Novak Djokovic’s latest Wimbledon title, why Shohei Ohtani is wasting his time with the Angels, and explains why he’s 100% NOT a fan of Tom Cruise and ‘Top Gun: Maverick.’ Ben and the guys discuss Russell Wilson leaving the Seahawks for the Broncos and what kind of an impact he can have on Denver’s locker room. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Guest host Ben Lyons makes a bold prediction about the Los Angeles Rams going back-to-back as Super Bowl champions. Rapper Asher Roth tells Ben why he’s confident his beloved 49ers will thrive with Trey Lance replacing Jimmy Garoppolo as the Niners’ starting quarterback, says why he prefers sitting with regular fans in the nosebleed seats instead of posh luxury booths when he goes to games, and explains why he’s holding out hope that James Harden can return to form next season for the Philadelphia 76ers. Ben and the guys break down the top ten highest paid athletes in North America and debate if Aaron Rodgers, Steph Curry, Nikola Jokic, Jimmy Butler and others are worth the money. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dan Schwartzman fills in for Rich Eisen. NHL Draft. It’s just not the same spectacle as the NFL or NBA drafts. Gabe Lacques USA Today MLB reporter. Wimbledon final. Djokovic vs Kyrgios. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dan Schwartzman fills in for Rich Eisen. NFL names its fifty four HOF finalists. Counting down to the first game in the NFL means the end of summer. Andrew Brandt Sports Illustrated. Wimbledon talk. Nadal is a genuine pro. NFL talk. Do the Seahawks need to trade for a QB? The Jimmy Garappolo situation. Baker Mayfield’s relationship with the Browns. Did he burn that bridge? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dan Schwartzman fills in for Rich Eisen. College Football and the realigning of the conferences. Ben Troupe ESPN Radio Host. College Football conference realignments. MLB All Star pitchers. Who makes it? Pujols and Cabrera named to the MLB All Star Game but why? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dan Schwartzman fills in for Rich Eisen. James Caan passes away. Brittney Griner pleads guilty of drug charges in Russia. Political pawn. Brian Mahoney, NBA Writer of the AP. NBA Talk. Summer league. Kevin Durant watch. Nadal out of Wimbledon with an injury. Wimbledon talk. Not enough Americans are represented. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dan Schwartzman fills in for Rich Eisen. NFL Talk. Where does Jimmy Garappolo go? Howard Balzer of Sirius XM NFL Radio. Talking NFL. Jimmy Garappolo. Eli Manning HOF debate. Eli Manning HOF debate cont’d. Will Dak Prescott take the Cowboys to the playoffs? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dan Schwartzman fills in for Rich Eisen. Baker Mayfield trade. Carolina got the better of the deal. Meredith Marakovits of Yes Network. Covers the Yankees. Meredith cont’d and talks of Aaron Judge and Shohei Ohtani Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Brian Webber in for Rich Eisen. Baker Mayfield trade, terms of the deal. Which QB will the Browns bring in if Deshaun Watson is suspended. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Brian Webber in for Rich Eisen. MLB Talk---What If Aaron Judge Hits 65 Homers And No One Cares? Will The Browns Change Their Minds About Baker Mayfield? Report: "Mystery Team" Has Joined Trade Talks. NBA Guest Eric Pincus Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Brian Webber in for Rich Eisen. NBA Free Agency & Trade Talk: Could Durant Stay In Brooklyn? Is It A Done Deal Kyrie Will Land In LA? Tiger Woods Played His 1st Round Since PGA Championship Yesterday In Ireland--Could his image rehab be a blueprint for the LIV Tour defectors? Guest - Pete Fiutak Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dan Schwartzman in for Rich Eisen. Tennis – Wimbledon talk, college football – USC and UCLA going to the Big Ten. Joe Person, The Athletic NFL Carolina Panthers reporter. NFL talk – rating the quarterbacks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dan Schwartzman in for Rich Eisen. MLB Talk. Bill Shaikin Los Angeles Times National Baseball Reporter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dan Schwartzman in for Rich Eisen. Sports contracts skyrocketing. NBA is the most lucrative. Howard Beck Senior Writer Sports Illustrated NBA talk. NBA talk – Kevin Durant to Miami. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Brian Webber fills in for Rich. NBA Free Agency & Trade Talk George Steinbrenner & Al Davis Were Born on July 4th. Does Modern Sports Need More Villains Like Nick Krygios At Wimbledon? Coney Island Hot Dog Eating Contest: We Examine The Competitive Eating Circuit! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Brian Webber fills in for Rich. If Durant Goes To Phoenix or Miami, Aren't the Warriors Still The Team To Beat? USFL Title Game Yesterday. What's a Fair Assessment Of Year One With Empty Stands Other Than Last Night? Robert Lusetich - PGA Writer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Brian Webber fills in for Rich. NBA Free Agency & Trade Talk: Where Will Durant Land--Kyrie To Lakers For Westbrook? USC & UCLA To Big Ten. What's The Next Domino That's Going To Fall IN CFB? Keith Law - MLB Writer from The Athletic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Michigan alum Rich weighs in on UCLA and USC going to the Big 10 and warns those team’s fan bases to get ready for Big 10 fanbases coming to L.A. to watch their teams play in the Rose Bowl and Coliseum. In his ‘What’s More Likely’ segment, Rich says if Joe Burrow or Aaron Rodgers is more likely to reach the Super Bowl, if the 49ers or Broncos will make the playoffs, if Trevor Lawrence or Zach Wilson will make the bigger 2nd-year leap, if Matt Corral or Malik Willis makes a start next season for the Carolina Panthers or Tennessee Titans, if the Jaguars or Lions are more likely to have a top-2 pick again next year, and if the 9-win Eagles, Saints, Chargers or Colts will make the leap to double-digit wins next season. TJ lists his top 5 mulligans for his recent ‘NFL Team GOATs’ list, and Rich reacts to the Big Ten reaching out to Notre Dame to join the conference along with UCLA and USC. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich weighs in on Kevin Durant asking the Nets for a trade and wonders if Brooklyn GM Sean Marks could have done anything to keep KD in the fold. Rich responds to the question posed by Green Back Packers running back Aaron Jones: is cereal soup? WWE Hall of Famer Goldberg and Rich discuss his new ‘A&E Biography: WWE Legends’ episode, reveals how the son of an OBGYN doctor and a concert violinist became one of the greatest professional wrestlers of all time, says how former Rams teammate Kevin Green and his former Atlanta Falcons teammates stayed an important part of his life after he left the NFL, and much more. Rich shares some behind-the-scenes stories from his days at ESPN, and the guys react to Fan Duel possibly stealing TJ’s ‘G.O.A.T. Player for Every NFL Team’ idea. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich recaps the stunning back-to-back turn of events yesterday that say UCLA and USC jumping to from the Pac-12 to the Big 10 followed by Kevin Durant asking the Brooklyn Nets. College Football Insider Bruce Feldman of Fox Sports and the Athletic tells Rich how UCLA and USC bolting to the Big 10 came about, what happens next to the Pac-12’s top remaining schools like Oregon in the wake of the Bruins’ and Trojans’ defections, how conference realignment could impact the College Football Playoff, and how Steve Sarkisian was able to lure prized 5-star QB recruit Arch Manning to the Texas Longhorns. Rich list his top 5 moments from the week in sports, and ponders the possibility of relegation for lesser football programs in a new college football super conference. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich reacts to reports that USC and UCLA are close to leaving the Pac-12 for the Big Ten and says this could be the first steps toward the creation of a College Football Superleague that breaks away from the NCAA. Actor Paul Walter Hauser joins Rich in-studio to discuss his new Apple TV+ series ‘Black Bird,’ Netflix’s ‘Cobra Kai,’ doing a comedy spoof with Aaron Rodgers, heckling James Van Der Beek from the stands at a celebrity flag football game, his upcoming hip-hop album and much more. Rich reacts to the breaking news that Kevin Durant has asked the Brooklyn Nets for a trade and discusses which teams are best situated to land the former NBA MVP. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich lists the top 5 NFL teams that people are sleeping on including the Pittsburgh Steelers, New Orleans Saints, Las Vegas Raiders, Cincinnati Bengals and Philadelphia Eagles. In an impromptu version of ‘What’s More Likely’ Rich and the guys debate if Joe Burrow is more likely to win multiple Super Bowls a la Tom Brady or never return to the Super Bowl a la Dan Marino. ESPN NFL Analyst Robert Griffin III tells Rich why he’s predicting a breakout season from Dolphins QB Tua Tagovailoa, why he’s betting Rob Gronkowski comes out of retirement again, says how Baker Mayfield should respond if offered an olive branch from the Cleveland Browns, and explains why the Ravens are his sleeper team to win the Super Bowl next season. Rich reacts to the breaking news that USC and UCLA are on the verge of bolting the Pac-12 for the Big Ten. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich reacts to James Harden opting out of his 1-year deal with the 76ers with the intent to re-sign with the Sixers to give them more cap space flexibility. Rich and the guys marvel at the Minnesota Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards throwing around football as well as any top quarterback in the NFL. The Athletic Senior NBA Writer Sam Amick tells Rich why the Spurs trading PG Dejounte Murray to the Atlanta Hawks means San Antonio has chosen to rebuild rather than compete, what James Harden opting out means for the Sixers ability to add more pieces and if one of them could be Bradley Beal, says what the Trail Blazers must do to get Damian Lillard to sign an extension to stay in Portland, explains why Deandre Ayton is one of the more intriguing players on the free agent market, discusses if the Miami Heat’s Pat Riley has some big plans cooking to add another star, and why the Lakers could be in for “another long, tough year.” Rich gloats over yet another win by his New York Yankees which touches off a debate on which is the best division in MLB: the American League East or the National League West? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Rich Eisen Show's Chris Brockman, TJ Jefferson, and Adam Chudwin break down the latest from the NBA. 00:00- Offseason storylines.. Kyrie/Westbrook beef with media 22:30- Can the Warriors go on another title binge? 28:00- Clippers adding John Wall 34:30- Adam's Bulls free agency wishlist/ PJ Tucker to Sixers rumors Follow the guys here: Twitter-@chrisbrockman, @toojiggy, @achudwin Instagram-@brockshady, @tjjefferson, @achudwin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Acclaimed film director and writer Ron Shelton joins Rich in-studio to discuss his new book ‘The Church of Baseball’ about the making of his baseball classic ‘Bull Durham’ including the story of how he nearly lost out on landing Kevin Costner as the lead role of Crash Davis, how Susan Sarandon landed the role of Annie alongside Tim Robbins’ Nuke LaLoosh, says why Coster is so believable and relatable in his sports movies, reveals how he mined his own professional baseball career for some of Bull Durham’s story lines, and takes a look into the future and tells Rich what became of some of his more memorable characters including Crash and Nuke, Happy and Coach Pete from ‘Blue Chips,’ Billy Hoyle and Gloria from ‘White Men Can’t Jump,’ and Roy McAvoy and David Simms from ‘Tin Cup.’ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Carolina Panthers WR DJ Moore tells Rich how he’s improved over his 4-year NFL career and how Panthers legend Steve Smith has mentored him over the years, weighs in on Sam Darnold’s improvement, Christian McCaffrey’s health and Carolina’s goals for the 2022 season. Rich reflects on yet another Angels’ loss and laments that two of baseball’s best players, Shohei Ohtani and Mike Trout, are toiling away on a mediocre team. Golfer Mark Hubbard tells Rich what life is like for player on the fringe of the PGA Tour, weighs in on golfers defecting to the LIV Golf series with a possible way to epically troll 2-time US Open champion Brooks Koepka, and reacts to his beloved Broncos adding Russell Wilson and the Avalanche winning the Stanley Cup. Rich regales in Aaron Judge’s latest longball exploits and makes a bet with Brockman on where the soon-to-be free agent will be playing next season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich weighs in on the curious case of Dodgers 1B Freddie Freeman who fired his agents amid reports that he actually wanted to remain with the Atlanta Braves instead of bolting for Los Angeles. ESPN MLB Insider Jeff Passan tells Rich why Freeman fired his agents after they failed to ink a deal last offseason to keep him in Atlanta, and if the ugly dust up between the Angels and Mariners could lead to a rule change to more harshly punish players and coaches who brawl during games which leads Rich to double down on his proposal to automatically suspend any baseball players and coaches who leave the bullpen to join in fight. Rich updates the latest from Deshaun Watson’s disciplinary hearing and explains why the NFLPA is misguided in asking for no suspension at all to point out the hypocrisy of lenient punishments for team owners. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich and the guys react to the bevy of suspensions handed down for the brawl between the Angels and Mariners including an interpreter getting disciplined for his role in the melee. TJ reveals his G.O.A.T. players in franchise history for the Dallas Cowboys, New York Giants, Philadelphia Eagles and Washington franchise. Rich and the guys react to Freddie Freeman firing his agent and wonder if the former NL MVP regrets leaving the Atlanta Braves for the Los Angeles Dodgers. Jomboy and Rich breakdown the details of what happened during that wild Angels-Mariners brawl and says what concerns he has for his red-hot Yankees. Rich wraps up the hour recapping the storied career of Mel Brooks on the comic legend’s 96th birthday, and reacts to the contract extension signed by Washington Commanders WR Terry McLaurin. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich lets Red Sox fan Chris Brockman know that the Yankees remain red-hot with a humble and understated reminder. Rich reacts to Baker Mayfield’s comments about mending fences with the Browns and debates if he’d be better off sitting out the season than playing for the Browns. The MMQB’s Albert Breer and Rich discuss Deshaun Watson’s hearing on a possible suspension for the Cleveland Browns quarterback and the timeline for a decision by the arbitrator on that his punishment, if Baker Mayfield would be better off on the Seattle Seahawks, Carolina Panthers or sticking with the Browns next season, and exchange some good-natured ribbing about Ohio State recently trademarking “The.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich weighs in on Baker Mayfield’s latest comments on his situation in Cleveland and wonders if there’s a sliver of hope he and the Browns can mend fences with the possibility of a lengthy Deshaun Watson suspension looming. ESPN NBA Insider Brian Windhorst and Rich discuss Kyrie Irving’s long-term future in Brooklyn after he opted-in on his Nets contract for next season, says why the enigmatic guard had limited interest on the sign-and-trade market, if Kevin Durant could force a trade from the Nets and if the team would give in to such a demand, discuss the Lakers’ options with Russell Westbrook, which two teams would be at the front of the line for a possible KD trade, and what the Knicks have up their sleeve after all that draft night maneuvering. Rich comments on the state of affairs between star players and NBA teams and wonders if the latter should start being tougher with trade demands from players still under contract by simply saying “no.” Rich and Brockman turn up the heat on their upcoming pickleball showdown with a caller suggesting intriguing playing partners for both. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
TJ lists his G.O.A.T. players in franchise history for the Cleveland Browns, Baltimore Ravens, Cincinnati Bengals and Pittsburgh Steelers. Actor Adam Scott joins Rich in-studio to discuss his acclaimed new Apple TV+ series ‘Severance,’ says what it’s like working with acting legend Christopher Walken, and plays a round of ‘Celebrity True or False’ where he reveals how much of ‘Step Brothers’ was improvised, how much of Dead Head he is, what happened that time he was mistaken for Masters champion golfer Adam Scott and more. Rich and the guys debate which sports memories they’d like to erase from their minds, and weigh in on the sky-high expectations for 5-star Texas Longhorns QB commit, Arch Manning who’s the nephew of Peyton and Eli Manning and the grandson of Archie Manning. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Ravens safety Kyle Hamilton tells Rich what his experience as a rookie has been like so far and why he’s been told explicitly “do not touch” Lamar Jackson during practices, reveals what his NFL Draft night experience was like, what advice he got from Ravens Hall of Fame safety Ed Reed, and agrees to team up with Brockman in a doubles game of pickleball vs Rich. Rich and the guys react to the Miami Heat drafting Nikola Jovic and have some fun rearranging the names of some other prominent athletes a la ‘Mike Trot’. In his ‘Overreaction Monday’ segment Rich says if JJ Watt can bounce back with double-digit sacks next season, if Saquon Barkley and the Giants can win 10 games under new head coach Brian Daboll, if Travis Kelce can lead the NFL in receiving touchdowns, if we’ll see Jimmy Garoppolo or Baker Mayfield in the playoffs next season, why he’s leaning Bills to win the Super Bowl, and if there are unreal expectations being placed on future Texas Longhorns QB Arch Manning. Rich updates the latest on Taylor Lewan and Will Compton’s bid to lure him onto their ‘Bussin’ with the Boys’ podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich breaks down the latest in the Kyrie Irving/Nets situation and explains how that could directly impact Kevin Durant’s future in Brooklyn. YES Network/ESPN New York announcer Michael Kay tells Rich why Kyrie Irving has limited leverage in his dealings with the Brooklyn Nets and why the Knicks have zero interest in the talented-but-controversial guard, why the Knicks made those puzzling draft night trades, if the recent Yankees-Astros series was a preview of this year’s ALCS, why Aaron Judge wants to stay in New York but why the Yanks won’t overpay for the slugging outfielder, and explains why the Mets have the best manager in baseball in Buck Showalter. Rich reacts to the huge brawl between the Angels and Mariners and says that baseball needs to punish players who join the fray from the bullpen the way the NBA suspends players who come off the bench area during basketball dust ups. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dan Schwartzman is in for Rich. Let’s talk some NFL Football, the Stanley Cup Final and Yankees Slugger Aaron Judge gets a new deal. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dan Schwartzman is in for Rich. Hour 2 features a great discussion on the LIV golf tour and the impact on the PGA now and in the future Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Fill in host Dan Schwartzman recaps a wild NBA draft in this hour Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich and the guys react to Arch Manning, nephew of Peyton and Eli, committing to Texas and say what landing the highly-touted QB means for the future of the Longhorns’ program. Buccaneers running back Leonard Fournette tells Rich how much Tom Brady unretiring factored into his decision to return to Tampa Bay instead of signing with the New England Patriots, says he and Brady will definitely be lobbying Rob Gronkowski to unretire at some point next season, and says he would have made $10 Million during his days at LSU if NIL deals were in place back then. Rich and the guys revisit Fournette’s stellar college career and wonder how things might have gone differently for him is he’d made one or two different decisions. TJ shares the story of a grandma in Pittsburgh who unwittingly schooled some Steelers in a game of pickleball In his ‘What’s More Likely’ segment Rich weighs in on Tom Brady, Gronk, Christian McCaffrey vs Jonathan Taylor, Baker Mayfield, the Giants vs Jets and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Brockman voices his annoyance at TJ for calling him on the phone too much and Rich calls out the guys for all wearing a blingy goat necklace that was purchased online, late at night, with alcohol involved. 2-time World Series Champion David Wells tells Rich how this year’s Yankees team compares to the 1998 squad that won 114 games, reveals that he threw his perfect game on 2 hours of sleep after staying up all night partying with Jimmy Fallon and the ‘Saturday Night Live’ cast, says why Shohei Ohtani’s 2-way exploits are great for baseball, and says why playing a round of golf with him is a lot of fun but also comes with its fair share of perils. TJ lists his all-time NFC West G.O.A.T.s for the Los Angeles Rams, San Francisco 49ers, Arizona Cardinals and Seattle Seahawks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich weighs in on the controversial overtime goal that gave the Colorado Avalanche a commanding 3-1 series lead over the 2-time defending champion Tampa Bay Lightning in the Stanley Cup Final. Rich reacts to PGA Tour Commissioner Jay Monahan’s latest comments about competing with the upstart Saudi-backed LIV Tour, and wonders if Phil Mickelson has blown his chance at a successful post-playing career as a TV broadcaster. NBC Sports’ Jason Garrett tells Rich what it’s like going from the coaching sideline to the broadcast chair, offers up his advice for current Dallas Cowboys Head Coach Mike McCarthy and says what it’s like to work for Jerry Jones who he says is unfairly portrayed as a meddling owner. Rich recounts the top moments from the week in sports and marvels at the Ruthian exploits of Angels slugger/ace Shohei Ohtani. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Rich Eisen Show's Chris Brockman, TJ Jefferson, and Adam Chudwin break down the latest from the NBA. 00:00- NBA Finals epilogue 18:30- Way-Too-Early Top 5 Power Rankings 24:15- Young superstars/tons of talent 27:30- Kyrie & Nets impasse/ what KD must be thinking 37:00- Clyde Drexler/ Michael Jordan career earnings guessing game 41:40- Durant vs. social media trolls 47:30- 'Hustle' review Follow the guys here: Twitter-@chrisbrockman, @toojiggy, @achudwin Instagram-@brockshady, @tjjefferson, @achudwin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
TJ reveals his list of the franchise Greatest of All-Time players for the Baltimore/Indianapolis Colts, Jacksonville Jaguars, Houston Texans, Tennessee Titans and Houston Oilers. Actor Michael Mando joins Rich in-studio to discuss his memorable role as Nacho Varga on ‘Better Call Saul,’ reveals how he drew on his real-life experiences for the show’s more emotional moments, discusses (as much as he’s allowed to) how the series could wrap up, and picks his favorite alternate life outcome for Nacho if he’d going to see the vacuum repairman instead. Michigan alum Rich reacts to Ohio State trademarking the word “The.” Not a joke. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Eagles All-Pro OT Lane Johnson and Rich discuss his Offensive Linemen Masterminds Summit where the league’s best linemen gather with Hall of Famers for a sharing of knowledge, his reaction to the AJ Brown trade and the team’s 2022 NFL Draft haul, and Jalen Hurts’ chance to cement himself as the Eagles’ long-term solution at the QB position. Sports Illustrated Senior Writer Chris Mannix tells Rich how he sees the top of the NBA Draft shaking out, why the 76ers and Miami Heat could be big movers and shakers this NBA offseason, why the Nets need to keep Kyrie Irving to keep Kevin Durant happy, what Russell Westbrook MUST do to remain a viable option for the Lakers next season, why the Celtics will be title contenders for years to come, and why the Golden State Warriors have a good shot to repeat as champions. Rich and the guys field calls from viewers weighing in on their choice for Best Fictional Sporting Event on the 38th anniversary of ‘The Karate Kid’ premiere. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich reacts to the latest in the PGA Tour vs LIV Golf battle where the R&A who run the Open Championship saying they won’t ban golfers who have joined the upstart golf tour. ESPN Analyst Jay Bilas and Rich break down the top prospects in this week’s NBA Draft including Gonzaga’s Chet Holmgren and Auburn’s Jabari Smith, says if there’s the next Luka Doncic or Nikola Jokic in this year’s draft, and reacts to retired Duke coach Mike Krzyzewski saying he won’t be attending Blue Devil games next season and explains why Coach K would torch Rich in a game of pickleball. Rich and the guys celebrate the 38th anniversary of ‘The Karate Kid’ by debating which fictional sporting event we’d like to have attended most. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
TJ lists the franchise G.O.A.T. players for the New Orleans Saints, Atlanta Falcons, Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Carolina Panthers which leads to a heated debate about Deion Sanders’ place on the list. Actor/Comedian/Host Rob Corddry joins Rich in-studio to promote the new season of MotorTrend’s ‘Top Gear America’ revealing how much fun he’s having driving Lamborghinis and electric Porsches, says what it’s like to drive 200 miles per hour in an actual Evel Knievel jumpsuit, explains how he actually got worse at golf after taking lessons and more. Rich and the guys react to Rob Gronkowski retiring (again) and wonder if there’s any chance Tom Brady can talk him out of it (again). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Ringer’s Senior Writer & Host Kevin Clark and Rich discuss the ramifications of Brooks Koepka’s defection from the PGA Tour to the LIV Golf series, if the upstart golf tour can land a TV deal amid the controversy of its Saudi financial backing, predicts that Jaguars QB Trevor Lawrence will have a breakout season after the departure of Urban Meyer, and says if new head coach Brian Daboll can turn around a moribund New York Giants franchise. Pro Football Talk’s Mike Florio tells Rich why Deshaun Watson settling 20 of the 24 civil trials against him is “long overdue” and how Watson’s legal team bungled things from the get-go, if there’s a chance the remaining 4 lawsuits result in a protracted trial, and how the settlements could impact a likely NFL suspension, and why Baltimore Ravens QB Lamar Jackson “desperately” needs an agent to negotiate what could turn out to be the most lucrative contract in NFL history. Rich commentS on the Deshaun Watson situation, reacting to a Browns fan caller who says he’s disappointed in his team for trading for the embattled QB. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich reacts to the breaking news that all but 4 civil lawsuits against Deshaun Watson have been settled and says what this means for a likely suspension for the Cleveland Browns quarterback. Rich weighs in on the latest PGA Tour defection with 2-time U.S. Open champion Brooks Koepka joining the LIV Golf series and laments that the upstart Saudi-backed tour is “destroying the game of golf.” NFL Network Analyst Daniel Jeremiah tells Rich why he’s expecting a big leap by the young but talented New York Jets, which NFL rookies will shine the most next season, why the Bengals’ Super Bowl run was no fluke, if this is Tua Tagovailoa’s year to fully blossom with the Dolphins, and weighs in on if Baker Mayfield is truly done with the Browns, how much pressure (if any) is on Aaron Rodgers, if the Dallas Cowboys will be better or worse next season, if the 49ers have passed the torch from Jimmy Garoppolo to Trey Lance, and if the Raiders can top the Chiefs, Chargers and Broncos to win the AFC West. Rich comments on the Yankees’ and Aaron Judges’ arbitration hearing and says why his Pinstripes are “out of their mind” by squeezing the slugger for $4 Million this year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
ESPN’s Scott Van Pelt and Rich recap Matt Fitzpatrick’s thrilling win at the US Open, discuss why golf’s majors (the Masters, et al) have no interest in taking sides in the PGA Tour vs LIV Golf brewing battle, and says if the two tours can co-exist moving forward or if a merger could be a possibility. In his ‘Overreaction Monday’ segment Rich weighs in on Deshaun Watson’s chances to actually play football next season, how much Patrick Mahomes will miss Tyreek Hill, if Russell Wilson can contend for MVP honors with the Broncos, if the Rams offense will be even better in 2022, why Lamar Jackson could ball out despite the lack of a long-term contract extension, if Kyrie Irving is Lakers bound, if Kyrie, LeBron James or Kevin Durant will ever win another NBA title. Rich and the guys react to the 1-year anniversary of Ben Simmons infamously passing up a dunk and if the 76ers should re-sign James Harden to a long-term extension. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jets Head Coach Robert Saleh tells Rich his plan to get his young-but-talented team ready to win, what his initial impressions have been with #4 overall pick Sauce Gardner, how New York was able to land Jermaine Johnson II late in the 1st round of the NFL Draft, why he’s expecting a big step forward for 2nd-year QB Zach Wilson, what the expectations are for 1st round WR Garrett Wilson, if he’s expecting a healthy Mekhi Becton for next season, and how he’ll deal with his team’s challenging early-season schedule. Las Vegas Raiders TE Darren Waller and Rich discuss his new ‘Comeback Stories’ podcast and his battle with addiction that nearly derailed his NFL career, why he’s been so impressed by his new teammate Davante Adams and the connection he has with QB Derek Carr, and explains why the competitive AFC West will be “gladiator-type wars” week in and week out. Rich doubles down on his prediction that the Raiders will win the AFC West next season., and the guys break down the latest from Major League Baseball. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich reacts to reports that Kyrie Irving and the Brooklyn Nets are at an impasse and ponders teams like the Lakers or Clippers could be in the market for the talented-but-enigmatic point guard. Rich and Brockman have a tongue-in-cheek breakdown of the biggest difference between Mother’s Day and Father’s Day, and TJ lists the franchise G.O.A.T. players for the Kansas City Chiefs, Raiders, Chargers and Denver Broncos. Rich reacts to a Washington Post report that the NFL is seeking a “significant” suspension for Browns QB Deshaun Watson, and says what the Jets front office has done right of late to reverse the franchise recent culture of losing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Former ESPN anchor/Daily Show host/late night talk show host Craig Kilborn joins Rich in-studio to reveal the launch of his new podcast, lists his top 5 movies of all time, react to the Warriors beating the Celtics in the NBA Finals and says if Steph Curry now ranks in his all-time NBA top ten list, gives some life advice for viewers concerning home interior design, adult beverages, play a round of ‘Start-Bench-Cut’ where he weighs in on his favorite SportsCenter catchphrases and more, and plays a round of ‘5 Questions’ to wrap up the hour. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich recaps the Warriors knocking off the Celtics for the NBA championship with a not-so-humble “I TOLD YOU SO” gloat about his pre-season predictions, and says why Golden State’s hall of fame trio of Steph Curry, Draymond Green and Klay Thompson is “the new gold standard” for modern NBA dynasties. The MMQB’s Albert Breer and Rich discuss the possible holdups to a Lamar Jackson long-term contract extension with the Baltimore Ravens, the likelihood that Baker Mayfield ends up on the Seattle Seahawks or Carolina Panthers, and says what we can expect next regarding a possible suspension for Cleveland Browns QB Deshaun Watson and why the NFL could take a cue from the 2-year suspension MLB handed down to Trevor Bauer. Rich lists his top 5 moments from a momentous week in sports including the NBA Finals, Stanley Cup Final, US Open, Yankees and more. Rich reacts to the criticism being thrown at Celtics F Jayson Tatum and says why the young Boston “doesn’t deserve it.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In his ‘What’s More Likely’ segment Rich says if Sean Payton or Mike McCarthy will be the Dallas Cowboys’ head coach in 2023, if Sam Darnold or Baker Mayfield will start more NFL games next season, if Falcons rookie QB or Steelers rookie QB Kenny Pickett will have more success next season, and if the Jets or Broncos are more likely to end their long playoff drought next season. Basketball Hall of Famer Tracy McGrady joins Rich in-studio and says why he ranks Steph Curry as the #2 all-time point guard behind Magic Johnson, what advice he would give Celtics F Jayson Tatum after a disappointing NBA Finals, says why Luka Doncic is the best young player in the league, explains what James Harden must do to regain his MVP form, why he turned down the chance to join Kobe and Shaq on the Lakers in 2004 and reveals what cratered a deal that would have teamed him up with Grant Hill and Tim Duncan, and says how his new OBL one-on-one basketball league could expose some unknown players to NBA talent evaluators. TJ lists his G.O.A.T. players in franchise history for the Green Bay Packers, Chicago Bears, Minnesota Vikings and Detroit Lions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Buccaneers LB Lavonte David tells Rich what it’s like going from Bruce Arians to Todd Bowles as the Bucs’ new head coach, if he was more surprised by Tom Brady unretiring or by Bruce Arians retiring, and if Tampa can get back to the Super Bowl next season. TJ Jefferson reveals the best players in franchise history for AFC East teams Miami Dolphins, New England Patriots, New York Jets and Buffalo Bills. Rich reacts to the ‘Bussin’ with the Boys’ Taylor Lewan and Will Compton’s attempts to pressure him into appearing on their podcast. Rich weighs in on Lamar Jackson’s contract negotiations with the Ravens and says Baltimore’s minimum offer should be at least the $230M guaranteed the Browns gave Deshaun Watson, reacts to the possibility of former Patriots WR Julian Edelman coming out of retirement, and to the Chicago Bears honoring the late Brian Piccolo of ‘Brian’s Song’ fame during their minicamp workouts this week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich breaks down the Carolina Panthers’ QB situation and debates if Baker Mayfield would be a better option for head coach Matt Rhule than incumbent stater Sam Darnold. New Lakers Head Coach Darvin Ham tells Rich how much he enjoyed the look of “shock and horror” on the face of UNC Tarheel fans when he shattered a backboard against them back in the 1996 NCAA Tournament, why he “got screwed” in the ’97 Slam Dunk Contest, that getting LeBron and company to buy into his defensive philosophy is his number one priority in Los Angeles, why he has zero problems with Anthony Davis’ much-scrutinized off-season work habits, how he plans to “unleash” Russell Westbrook next season, and reveals if he has full autonomy to choose his own coaching staff without front office meddling. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich previews Game 6 of the NBA Finals between the Golden State Warriors and Boston Celtics and says what another title would mean for Steph Curry’s legacy especially winning a ring without Kevin Durant. Pro Football Hall of Famer Warren Sapp tells Rich how he wound up coaching up the Washington Commanders’ defensive line during the team’s recent minicamp, how Chase Young looks coming off his season-ending ACL injury, how the recent controversial comments by Washington DC Jack Del Rio could impact the team’s locker room, and gives his takeaways from what he saw at the Buccaneer’s recent minicamp. Yankees fan Rich and Red Sox fan Brockman engage in a discussion that begs the question: is a gloating Yankees fan or a bitter Red Sox fan more insufferable? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The RIch Eisen Show's Chris Brockman, TJ Jefferson, and Adam Chudwin break down the latest from the NBA. 00:00- Brockman down on the Celtics 11:45- Is Steph MVP win or lose?/ Wiggins steps up 18:30- Klay impersonator BigDaws banned from the Chase Center 29:00- Which player/celeb could the guys impersonate 34:00- Game 6 predictions Follow the guys here: Twitter-@chrisbrockman, @toojiggy, @achudwin Instagram- @brockshady, @tjjefferson, @achudwin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Falcons TE Kyle Pitts tells Rich how he plans to improve in his 2nd year in the NFL after reaching the Pro Bowl as a rookie and how he plans to score more than just one TD next season. Author and award-winning golf writer Rick Reilly joins Rich in-studio where he explains how Phil Mickelson went from one of his favorite players to ruining his legacy after joining the Saudi-backed LIV Tour, what the PGA Tour must do to stem defections to the upstart rival league, and touts his new book ‘So Help Me Golf: Why We Love the Game,’ and shares his favorite stories about golfing with Hall of Fame announcers Al Michaels and Vin Scully and much more. Rich can’t hide his unabashed excitement about his beloved Jets after New York Head Coach Robert Saleh had nothing but glowing praise for the improvement shown by 2nd-year QB Zach Wilson in the team’s minicamp. Rich uses disgruntled Carolina Panthers WR Robby Anderson as an example of how NOT to answer a question that could impact your job. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich and the guys try to solve the age-old sports mystery: why is it called the “Stanley Cup Final” instead of the “Stanley Cup Finals.” ESPN’s Doris Burke tells Rich how the NBA Finals inexperience of Celtics star Jayson Tatum is hampering Boston against the Warriors, why Golden State should expect a “nasty environment” for Game 6 in Boston, says why Anthony Davis’ reveal that he hasn’t shot a basketball in months is a red flag concerning the Lakers star’s desire, and shares here favorite stories about Hubie Brown and former Knicks guard Bernard King. Rich and the guys weigh in on the Antony Davis controversy, the anniversary of the release of ‘Bull Durham’ and cultivate a caper to get new Lakers Head Coach Darvin Ham to appear on the show in-studio instead of on the phone. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich reacts to the Steelers making Minkah Fitzpatrick the NFL’s highest paid safety ever and says that nobody talking about Pittsburgh this offseason is a good thing for Mike Tomlin’s team. Pro Football Talk’s Mike Florio tells Rich why he thinks embattled Browns QB Deshaun Watson never clears his name after the dozens of allegations against him, why putting him on paid leave would be the best course of action for the NFL until his lawsuits are settled, and explains how the Bryan Flores lawsuit cratered the deal that would have had Tom Brady going to the Dolphins as part-owner and Sean Payton becoming Miami’s head coach. Rich and Brockman discuss why the Brady-Payton-Dolphins story hasn’t gotten as much national attention as it might deserve. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
ESPN NBA Analyst Jeff Van Gundy tells Rich why the Golden State Warriors have proved him wrong on his original stance that the Boston Celtics were the better team at the start of the NBA Finals, why the Celtics’ constant chirping at the refs is not helping their cause, why flopping is still an issue in the NBA despite recent efforts to crack down on the practice, and says how his Knicks and Rockets teams he coached in the 90’s and early 2000’s would fare in today’s NBA. Rich reacts to Deshaun Watson’s first public comments since his Browns introductory press conference in March. Rich weighs in on 2-time US Open champion Brooks Koepka’s prickly response to questions about the LIV Golf Tour and wonder if fellow major winner John Rahm is correct in stating that the upstart league is not real golf. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich reflects on the circuitous route Andrew Wiggins took from heralded #1 overall draft pick to disappointing afterthought to NBA Finals hero for the Golden State Warriors, and weighs in on the Cowboys’ running game saying Tony Pollard deserves to be a bigger presence in the offense in the face of a diminishing Ezekiel Elliott. FOX Sports NFL Analyst and former Pro Bowl QB Michael Vick tells Rich why he thinks it’s a good thing for the Cowboys to implement more running plays for QB Dak Prescott, says what advice he has for Lamar Jackson as he seeks an long term deal from the Ravens, weighs in on Tyreek Hill claiming Tua Tagovailoa is a more accurate passer than Patrick Mahomes, and says he would have stayed at Virginia Tech longer if NIL were in place when he was in college. Rich weighs in on Tyreek’s comments comparing Tua to Mahomes explaining why he has concerns about the new Dolphins’ star WR. Rich and the guys react to a local weatherman in Mississippi expertly trolling the Dallas Cowboys during a live TV segment. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich recaps the Warriors’ Game 5 win over the Celtics and says why Golden State’s 3-2 NBA Finals thanks to former #1 overall draft pick Andrew Wiggins stepping up for Golden State during a rare shooting off-night for Steph Curry. Bestselling golf writer, Phil Mickelson biographer and Fire Pit Collective contributor Alan Shipnuck and Rich recap the “messy and weird” incident where he was removed from a press conference by security at the LIV Golf Tour’s first event, explains why the PGA Tour might have to compromise and partner with the upstart tour to maintain its relevance, and weighs in on Mickelson’s state of mind amid all the criticism he’s taking for joining the LIV Tour and predicts we’ll see more defections from the PGA Tour in the coming weeks. Rich and the guys react to seeing a Buffalo Bills fan with a personalized license plate that calls out Scott Norwood’s infamous Super Bowl missed field goal. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Guest host John Salley tells Brockman and TJ how Steph Curry has changed basketball for the better. Former NBA C/F Frank Brickowski and John discuss that time he mistakenly choked Salley thinking he was Dennis Rodman, reveals how he came to be co-owners if a Montana lake house with Charlie Sheen, says what would happen to Steph Curry if he tried driving the lane back in the rough-and-tumble NBA of the 1980’s, and previews Game 5 of the Warriors-Celtics NBA Finals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In an all-NBA version of Overreaction Monday guest host John Salley says if Steph Curry will be NBA Finals MVP win or lose, if the NBA of the 90’s is better than today’s NBA, if Zion Williams will end up on the Knicks, if LeBron’s championship is closed for good, and if Giannis is the best player in the world Salley reflects on the what-could-have-been life of Len Bias and reveals that the promising young star’s tragic death kept him from ever trying cocaine Salley explains to Brockman and TJ how he landed role in the ‘Bad Boys’ movies with Martin Lawrence. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Guest host John Salley tells Boston fan Chris Brockman why he thinks the Celtics bounce back in Game 5 of the NBA Finals against the Warriors with a double-digit win. Basketball Hall of Famer Isiah Thomas tells Salley why he’s sticking with his prediction of the Celtics beating the Warriors in 6 games and says if his Bad Boy Pistons of the late 80’s-early 90’s could easily handle this year’s Boston and Golden State squads. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Elizabeth Banks is this week's guest and takes a deep dive into her early beginnings with Suzy. Both ladies discuss their Massachusetts roots, how Elizabeth got into the acting game and how she prepared herself to deal with anything life threw at her. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
NFL Network reporter Tom Pelissero how the Rams are able to keep giving huge contract to the likes of Aaron Donald and Cooper Kupp in the face of NFL salary cap restrictions, if Deshaun Watson could be put on the NFL’s Commissioner’s Exempt List in the wake of the civil lawsuits against him, and why it might be in Baker Mayfield’s best interests to play one more season with the Browns instead of forcing a trade to a less-talented team like the Carolina Panthers. Basketball Hall of Famer Grant Hill tells Rich how close he came to signing with Michigan out of high school before opting for Duke, the motivation for his new autobiography ‘Game,’ why being part-owner of the Atlanta Hawks was a plan that germinated back in college, that whoever wins Game 4 between the Celtics and Warriors will go on to win the NBA Finals, says why LeBron James’ chances to win another title are rapidly shrinking, says why he enjoyed exchanging trash talk with Michael Jordan, and shares his favorite stories of Bill Raftery and making his classic ‘This Is SportsCenter’ ad with Dan Patrick. In his weekly ‘Big-Ass Grab Bag’ TJ list his top 5 TV characters among Magnum P.I., Venus Flytrap from ‘WKRP in Cincinnati,’ Crockett and Tubbs from ‘Miami Vice,’ Sam Malone from ‘Cheers,’ and The Fonze from ‘Happy Days.’ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich reacts to Greg Norman and the LIV Tour’s big misstep right out of the gate when they removed golf journalist Alan Shipnuck from Phil Mickelson’s press conference at the organization’s first ever event. Actor Henry Winkler joins Rich in-studio to discuss the motivation for his heel-turned-nice guy acting coach Gene Cousineau in HBO’s ‘Barry,’ reveals that he really, really, REALLY wants to meet Patrick Mahomes and even offers to serve him a homemade meal for the Chiefs QB, and in a round of ‘Celebrity True or False’ reveals how he missed out on making a lot of money on the ‘Rocky’ franchise, that he only rode his ‘Happy Days’ motorcycle once (and crashed it), how the ‘Jump the Shark’ episode came about, and why he took the role of Chuck in ‘Night Shift’ instead of the Bill Blazejowski role that went to Michael Keaton. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Rich Eisen Show's Chris Brockman, TJ Jefferson, and Adam Chudwin break down the latest from the NBA. 00:00- Game 3 recap/ Draymond's bad series 16:00- Warriors vs. a rowdy Boston crowd 24:00- Steph Curry's injury 29:00- Predictions Follow the guys here: Twitter-@chrisbrockman, @toojiggy, @achudwin Instagram @brockshady, @tjjefferson, @achudwin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich and the guys react to Tom Brady speaking today on if there was a rift between him and Bruce Arians that led to the Buccaneers coach’s surprising retirement which leads Rich and Brockman to debate which teams would shove aside their current QB for one year of Brady as their starter. Packers RB Aaron Jones tells Rich what it’s like to have Aaron Rodgers in-camp and paid, how Green Bay will deal with the loss of Davante Adams, stepping into a leadership role in the Packers’ locker room, and if Green Bay can finally run their regular season success deep into the playoffs next season. Rich outs Brockman for never having seen the classic Patrick Swayze-Demi Moore film ‘Ghost,’ while TJ admits that he’s never seen ‘Top Gun.’ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
‘Pardon the Interruption’ co-host Michael Wilbon tells Rich why the NBA Finals is still a toss-up series despite the Celtics Game 3 rout of the Warriors, react to Klay Thompson complaining about foul language from Boston fans, if Draymond Green can return to being an impactful player in the stat sheet in Game 4, and explains why money will make it hard for many player to resist bolting the PGA Tour for the upstart Saudi-backed LIV Golf Tour. Rich reacts to the PGA Tour’s response to banning golfers who play in the LIV Tour and says they won’t be able to compete with the well-funded LIV unless majors like The Masters get involved. Jets DE Jermaine Johnson II tells Rich that he doesn’t know why and doesn’t care that he fell all the way to the 26th pick in the NFL Draft, recounts his journey from juco afterthought to an All-American career at Florida State, says why he immediately clicked with fellow Jets rookie Sauce Gardner, what’s impressed him about QB Zach Wilson, and how the Jets can change their culture from perennial losers to Super Bowl contenders. Rich reacts to the Johnson interview by making a way-too-optimistic prediction about his beloved but beleaguered New York Jets. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich reacts to the Celtics’ Game 3 drubbing of the Warriors and says Golden State should focus more on their play on the court that what Boston fans are shouting in the stands, and outlines why the “deeper, younger, hungrier” Celtics are poised for a record 18th NBA title. Rich reacts to Klay Thompson complaining about Boston fans’ foul language and says the Warriors guard should learn from another NBA sharpshooter on how to shut up a hostile crowd on the road. Former NBA shooting guard Rex Chapman tells Rich if Warriors G Klay Thompson should have kept quiet instead of complaining about Boston fans chanting cuss words, why the attitude of head coach Ime Udoka has toughened up his young team, says what Steve Kerr must do to right the Warriors’ ship in Game 4 vs Boston, and shares some great stories about having to play against Larry Bird. Rich reacts to the Rams’ extension of Cooper Kupp to yet another blockbuster contract for one of their star players and says how L.A. is putting pressure on other teams (namely their NFC West rival 49ers) to do likewise with their best players Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich reacts to Aaron Rodgers saying he “definitely” wants to finish his career with the Packers and takes the challenge of name 10 quarterbacks under more pressure than the Green Bay QB, and comments on the latest from 49ers camp where head coach Kyle Shanahan spoke about Trey Lance’s future as the starting QB and Deebo Samuel’s desire for a new contract. Actor Mike Colter joins Rich in-studio to discuss the new season of his Paramount+ show ‘Evil’ revealing that he 100% believes in the supernatural, explains why he, a Lakers fan, roots for Steph Curry and the Warriors, says how he became a lifelong fan of the Lakers while growing up on the other side of the country in South Carolina, and says he’s down for a reboot of the ‘Luke Cage’ series. Rich weighs in on the latest salvo from Taylor Lewan to get him from coming on his ‘Bussin’ with the Boys’ podcast, and compares how good Bill Belichick looked in his Boston Celtics cap vs how bad Brockman looked in his worn yesterday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The MMQB’s Albert Breer tells Rich why the Seahawks want to keep WR D.K. Metcalf despite his holdout from Seattle’s mandatory minicamp, if the 49ers are ready to hand over the reins of Kyle Shanahan’s offense to Trey Lance instead of Jimmy Garoppolo, why the Rams paying Aaron Donald was a risky maneuver, and why the length of a possible suspension for Deshaun Watson could be determined by how transparent he’s been with the NFL about the allegations against him. ESPN Senior Writer Kevin Van Valkenburg tells Rich why the controversial Saudi-backed LIV Golf Invitational Tour is here to stay after paying hundreds of millions of dollars to the likes of Phil Mickelson and Dustin Johnson, if there’s any panic inside the PGA Tour offices with the number of high-profile defections to the LIV Tour, and when/if the tour will be able to land a TV partner. TJ wraps up the hour blaming yesterday’s guest for putting a hex on Mets 1B Pete Alonso who then when out and got hit on the hand by an errant pitch from the Padres Yu Darvish. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich reacts to DK Metcalf’s absence from the Seahawks’ mandatory minicamp and debates which teams would be most interested in trading for the disgruntled wide receiver (ahem, Dallas Cowboys). ESPN NBA Insider Brian Windhorst tells Rich why Boston turnovers will be the key to Game 4 between the Warrior and Celtics, why Pat Riley and the Miami Heat will be on the hunt to add another star player to their roster this offseason, why the Lakers are unlikely to contend for a title unless they revamp their roster, and says what could be in store for the Nets Kyrie Irving, the 76ers James Harden, the Wizards’ Bradley Beal, and why the once-promising Utah Jazz are heading in the wrong direction. Rich and Brockman preview the Celtics-Warriors Game 4 and debate if controversial referee Scott Foster on the game is a good or bad thing for Boston. Rich reacts to the latest New York Times report on embattled Cleveland Browns QB Deshaun Watson. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rams GM Les Snead and Rich discuss Aaron Donald’s new contract and how L.A. seems to have endless room under the salary cap, paying Cooper Kupp and how long the Rams’ championship window will stay open, and what happened when Odell Beckham Jr. crashed Sean McVay’s recent wedding. Michael Chiklis joins Rich in-studio and reveals how much he’s enjoying portraying Celtics’ legend Red Auerbach in HBO’s ‘Winning Time,’ discusses Boston’s return to the NBA Finals and his hatred of the Magic Johnson-era Lakers, reveals that Tom Brady jilted him once he left the Patriots for the Buccaneers and engages in some Red Sox-Yankees verbal volleyball with fellow Boston fan Chris Brockman against pinstripes fans Rich and Del Tufo. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich reacts to Tom Brady convincing Leonard Fournette to opt for returning to the Buccaneers instead of signing with the Patriots. Rich comments on the latest lawsuit against Deshaun Watson and wonders if it’s enough to re-open another criminal investigation into the embattled Browns QB. O’Shea Jackson Jr. joins Rich in-studio to where he reveals 1) that he has an elevator in his house and 2) that he’s named his PlayStation “Lucille,” beefs with Mass-hole Chris Brockman over his hate of all things Celtics, discusses the Lakers’ outlook after hiring Darvin Ham, and discusses his upcoming role in ‘Obi-Wan Kenobi’ and Rich takes a tongue-in-cheek stab at guessing what kind of Star Wars character he will be playing in the Disney+ series. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich reacts to Aaron Donald agreeing to a non-QB record extension with the Rams and explains how that puts added pressure on NFC West rivals like the 49ers who also have big name players looking to get paid. Rich breaks down the Lakers’ muddled mess and says why Anthony Davis is the key to them turning things around under new head coach Darvin Ham. The Athletic’s Lakers beat writer Bill Oram tells Rich if the Lakers truly committed to keeping Russell Westbrook or if they’ll try to move the fading former MVP, why L.A. stil thinks they can win another title with LeBron James, and how much autonomy Ham will have amid an organization known for having too many cooks in the kitchen. Rich makes a prediction about how the 49ers season will begin in Week 1 concerning Deebo Samuel and Trey Lance, and the guys react to Tom Brady’s new underwear commercial. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Chris Brockman updates the latest in the NFL including news on Jimmy Garoppolo, Deebo Samuel, Cooper Kupp, Aaron Donald, Sean McVay, LeBron and more. Actor Wyatt Russell joins Rich in-studio to discuss his Hulu miniseries ‘Under the Banner of Heaven, recounts the time in college he tried to grow a beard to be the Big Lebowksi for Halloween and what measures he once took while playing pro hockey to impress his teammates, says why his NFL team, the Denver Broncos, would have never won a Super Bowl with Peyton Manning if not for Tim Tebow, previews the upcoming Stanley Cup conference finals games and says what Wayne Gretzky meant to the growth of ice hockey in California. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Pro Football Talk’s Mike Florio tells Rich why it’s time for the NFL to put Deshaun Watson on paid leave until he settles his 24 civil lawsuits, how the impending sale of the Denver Broncos impacts Russell Wilson’s contract status, if the Jon Gruden lawsuit vs the NFL could derail the Las Vegas Raiders’ promising season, and why he wouldn’t be shocked to see Lamar Jackson sign with the Dolphins in 2023 if things fall apart with the Baltimore Ravens and Tua Tagovailoa tanks it in Miami. In his ‘Overreaction Monday’ segment Rich says how many Super Bowl titles we can expect from Rams Head Coach Sean McVay, if Aaron Rodgers can win a 3rd straight NFL MVP award, if Mitchell Trubisky will start every game or zero games for the Steelers next season, and if the Seattle Seahawks starting QB is on their roster yet. Rich breaks down the AFC West and says which of the Raiders, Chargers, Chiefs or Broncos has best combination of QB-RB-Receivers, says why he’s sticking with his prediction that the silver & black will take the division and why the Broncos still have a lot to prove even with the addition of Russel Wilson. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich recaps the Warriors Game 2 rout of the Celtics and says how Draymond Green stirring up the pot put Golden State back in the win column. ESPN’s Stephen A. Smith tells Rich why Draymond Green the refs were right to hold off on giving Draymond Green a 2nd technical foul in Game 2 vs the Celts that would have been resulted in an ejection for the Warriors forward, why he’s predicting Golden State will beat Boston in 7 games, says why he likes the Lakers’ hiring of Darvin Ham to be their new head coach, and explains why he’d rather buy stock in the Brooklyn Nets than the Philadelphia 76ers despite some serious reservations about Kyrie Irving. Rich and the guys debate whether or not Draymond Green deserved a 2nd technical foul and an ejection for his Game 2 antics vs the Celtics. Rich reacts to the latest lawsuit against Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson and questions just how much due diligence the Cleveland front office did before trading for the controversial QB and handing him a record-setting contract. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In his ‘What’s More Likely’ segment Rich says if Tua will ball out in 2022 or if Tom Brady will be the Miami Dolphins’ QB in 2023, if the Saints or Browns will have more wins next season, which two QB’s from ‘The Match’ are likely to face off in the Super Bowl, if the Cowboys or Eagles will have the more potent offense next season and if Ja’Marr Chase can replicate his stellar rookie season for the Bengals. Utah Jazz forward Juancho Hernangomez joins Rich in-studio where he reveals how he was able to land the starring role in the new Adam Sandler basketball movie ‘Hustle,’ why Sandler has the skills to be an NBA player if he were 9 inches taller, how his former team the Celtics were able to turn their season around to reach the NBA Finals, say why he hopes Jazz HC Quinn Snyder returns next season, and reveals if his flopping skills match up with his acting chops. In the wake of the Tommy Pham-Joc Pederson slap, TJ reveals his all-time top 5 sports beefs including Mike Tyson vs Mitch “Blood” Green, Billy Martin vs everybody and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Pro Football Hall of Famer Mike Singletary tells Rich how RB legend Walter Payton pranked him big time at his first trip to the Pro Bowl, says why the Bears’ defense will keep them in games this year, how his ’85 Monsters of the Midway Bears would handle a mouthy Aaron Rodgers, and says what makes Aaron Donald so special. ‘American Ninja Warrior’ host Akbar Gbajabiamila joins Rich in-studio to discuss the shows 14th season and which athletes and celebrities we’d like to see on the show, the Tommy Pham-Joc Pederson fantasy football slap heard ‘round the world, and Aaron Donald signing with Kanye West’s Donda Sports. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich recaps the Celtics’ stunning 4th quarter comeback to take Game 1 of the NBA Finals against the Warriors and debate what Golden State must do to bounce back against Boston on Sunday. Basketball Hall of Famer Gary Payton tells Rich why the Warriors game one flop was a “disaster,” why his son Gary Payton II should be in the court for the W’s and if his flagrant foul elbow injury was the result of a dirty play, why he’s proud of Celtics’ guard Marcus Smart for winning the NBA’s Defensive Player of the Year Award, his reaction to making the NBA’s 75th anniversary team, and why he always loved competing against Michael Jordan. Rich lists his top 5 moments from the week in sports and comments about his dismay at the late 9pm ET tip off for Game 1 of the NBA Finals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich reacts to Ryan Fitzpatrick announcing his retirement and chronicles the often-thrilling NFL career of the journeyman backup QB, and makes the case for Frank Gore, who also announced his retirement today, to be in the Pro Football Hall of Fame. Two-time Emmy Award-winning actor/comedian Bill Hader tells Rich that the dark (but still hilarious) season 3 of HBO’s ‘Barry’ will get even darker, says why Henry Winkler might be the nicest person on planet earth, and reveals that he and the rest of the ‘Barry’ cast and crew are 100% obsessed with the Tommy Pham-Joc Pederson story like the rest of us. Rich weighs in on Tua Tagovailoa getting salty with the media when defending his status as the Miami Dolphins’ franchise quarterback, and reacts to Mike Trout addressing his role in the now infamous Tommy Pham-Joc Pederson fantasy football slap heard round the sports world . Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich lists the top 5 things he’s talked himself into during the NFL offseason including Baker Mayfield’s future with the Browns, Aaron Rodgers and the Packers, the Dallas Cowboys’ 2022 outlook, the Raiders chances to win the AFC West. ‘Inside the NBA’ analyst Kenny Smith tells Rich what it was like to act for the first time in the new Adam Sandler Netflix movie ‘Hustle,’ how the Boston Celtics’ tenacious defense could derail the Golden State Warriors’ title hopes in the NBA Finals, what another ring would mean for Steph Curry’s legacy, if Darvin Ham can find a way to revive Russell Westbrook’s game and get the Lakers back to the playoffs, and more. Rich reacts to the latest salvo from Taylor Lewan and Will Compton to try to get him to come on their ‘Bussin’ with the Boys’ podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich recaps The Match golf event featuring Tom Brady and Aaron Rodgers vs Patrick Mahomes and Josh Allen. Hall of Fame NBA reporter Marc Stein tells Rich if winning another NBA title would impact Steph Curry’s already formidable legacy, how the Celtics were able to turn around their once moribund season, why new head coach Darvin Ham will have his hands full the Lakers don’t trade or release Russell Westbrook, and what the future holds for the 76ers’ James Harden, and the Nets’ Kyrie Irving and Ben Simmons. Rich and Brockman debate if Patriots fans (and Bill Belichick) would welcome Tom Brady back for one more season in New England. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Rich Eisen Show's Chris Brockman, TJ Jefferson, and Adam Chudwin break down the latest from the NBA. Follow the guys here: Twitter-@chrisbrockman, @toojiggy, @achudwin Instagram- @brockshady, @tjjefferson, @achudwin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
NFL Insider Ian Rapoport tells Rich why Kyler Murray is doing the right thing by reporting to the Cardinals OTA’s despite not having the long-term extension he desires yet, why Lamar Jackson still hasn’t signed his new contract with the Baltimore Ravens, what the Browns plans are for Baker Mayfield in the face of a possible suspension for Deshaun Watson, what the status of Rob Gronkowski and Aaron Donald for the 2022 season, how much longer Jimmy Garoppolo will be on the 49ers, and how close/far apart Deebo Samuel and the Niners are on settling the disgruntled WR’s beef with the team. Rich weighs in on the 49ers’ QB situation and explains why Kyle Shanahan should hand the starting job over to Trey Lance and part ways with Jimmy Garoppolo. Rich and the guys discuss the best way to make pancakes, and react to Mike Trout’s role in the Tommy Pham vs Joc Pederson slap incident. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich reacts to the latest developments in the Nick Saban vs Jimbo Fisher saga and comments on how NIL is forever changing the landscape of big-time college sports. NFL Network Analyst David Carr tells Rich why he’s predicting the New York Jets will reach the playoffs next season, what kind of impact Davante Adams will have on the Las Vegas Raiders’ chances to win the AFC West, and ranks Tom Brady, Aaron Rodgers, Patrick Mahomes and Josh Allen in terms of which QB he’d want for the 2022 season. Rich reacts to reports that Kyler Murray is planning to report to the Arizona Cardinals for their OTA sessions and what that means for the state of negotiations on a long-term extension for the disgruntled QB. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich breaks down the QB’s in the latest ‘The Match’ golf event among Tom Brady, Aaron Rodgers, Patrick Mahomes and Josh Allen and ranks them in terms of all-time greats vs which quarterback he'd want most for the 2022 season. NBC Sports Boston’s Patriots Insider Tom Curran tells Rich why Bill Belichick will turn the Pats’ offensive play calling duties over to former New York Giants Head Coach Joe Judge, why New England fans should expect a “pretty average team” next season, why he thinks Tom Brady will find success in the NFL on FOX broadcast booth once his storied playing career is over, and how Belichick’s end game could likely play out once his coaching career wraps up. Rich reacts to NFL Network Analyst David Carr predicting the Jets will reach the playoffs and debates Brockman on the chances Joe Burrow and the Bengals will miss the postseason in ’22. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The MMQB’s Andrew Brandt joins Rich in-studio to discuss the possibility of Rams DT Aaron Donald retiring, why the Cardinals seem to be dragging their feet on a Kyler Murray extension, why he’s still stunned by the guaranteed contract the Browns gave Deshaun Watson and why Baker Mayfield won’t be starting for Cleveland if Watson gets suspended, how NIL has turned college football recruiting into “the wild, wild west,” and why he doesn’t expect a team to sign Colin Kaepernick or the NFL for force Daniel Snyder to sell the Commanders. Rich recaps the hilarious fantasy football dustup between Reds OF Tommy Pham and Giants OF Joc Pederson that resulted in Pham slapping Peterson and getting a 3-game suspension and Rich listing his top ten fantasy football team names generated by the whole kerfuffle. Rich reacts to the anniversary of the release of ‘Fletch’ and reveals what happened to him over the weekend that made him feel VERY old. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In his ‘Overreaction Tuesday’ segment Rich weighs in on Aaron Donald’s Rams future, the Celtics-Warriors NBA Finals, the Aaron Rodgers-Tom Brady vs Patrick Mahomes-Josh Allen in The Match, if the Nationals are going to trade Juan Soto, if Aaron Judge can hit 60+ home runs this season for the Yankees, Golden State Warriors radio analyst Tom Tolbert tells Rich how the Warriors regained their championship form this season to return to the NBA Finals, what the future of rising star Jordan Poole looks like with Golden State, if Gary Payton II will return from his elbow injury in time for the finals, why he was okay with Jimmy Butler’s 3-point try at the end of the Heat vs Celtics Game 7, and says why Boston’s formidable defense makes the NBA Finals a coin flip series. Rich reacts to the latest developments surrounding Aaron Donald’s future with the Rams and debates Brockman on whether L.A. should play the perennial All-Pro DT or WR Cooper Kupp first. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich recaps the Boston Celtics knocking off the Miami Heat to Rich the NBA Finals against the Golden State Warriors and weighs in on Jimmy Butler’s controversial 3-point try at the end of the game, then reacts to the Lakers hiring Milwaukee Bucks assistant Darvin Hamm to be their next head coach. Sports Illustrated’s Chris Mannix tells Rich how the Celtics turned their “awful” season around to the NBA Finals, explains why Boston matches up well against Steph Curry and the Warriors, says the Lakers hire of Darvin Ham was “a total home run,’ and breaks down the situations involving James Harden and the 76ers, Kyrie Irving and Ben Simmons with the Brooklyn Nets, and Dame Lillard’s future with the Portland Trail Blazers. Rich weighs in on the “sad” situation of Antonio Brown that saw the talented WR go from a Hall of Fame track to seeing his career derailed by a series of head-scratching on and off-field events. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Eric Pincus from Bleacher Report joins Brian Webber to talk NBA(Celtics & Heat) and the NBA Finals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Kurt Helin NBA Writer for NBC Sports.com joins Brian Webber to talk NBA(Celtics & Heat) and the NBA Finals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Scott Miller joins Brian Webber to talk MLB, Gabe Kapler and Joc Pederson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Chargers WR Mike Williams tells Rich why L.A.’s offense will be even better with Justin Herbert in year-two of Brandon Staley’s offense, says if Davante Adams is now the best WR in the AFC West, and more. Rich previews some of the top games for NFL Week 1 and TJ breaks down the Dallas Cowboys’ 2022 schedule and predicts what their final win-loss record will be, while Rich does likewise for the Philadelphia Eagles. Rich celebrates the anniversary of ‘Smokey & the Bandit’ and the guys have a tongue-in-cheek debate on whether or not Larry Bird should be present to hand out the Larry Bird Tophy to the MVP of the Eastern Conference Finals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Bengals legend Anthony Muñoz tells Rich how he landed his new job as the Pro Football Hall of Fame’s Chief Football Relations Officer, and why Joe Burrow and Cincy are set up for long-term success for the first time in a LONG time. Rich and the guys preview their big Memorial Day Weekend plans and workshop ways to keep JayFelly from getting arrested when he goes to Las Vegas with a dozen buddies for a bachelor party. Rich reacts to Josh McDaniels expert use of coach speak clichés when discussing Colin Kaepernick’s tryout with the Raiders. In his ‘Big-Ass Grab Bag’ TJ lists his Top 5 Ray Liotta performances including ‘Goodfellas,’ ‘Field of Dreams,’ ‘Something Wild,’ and others. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich gloats over predicting HIS Golden State Warriors would return to the NBA Finals after dismissing Luka Doncic and the Dallas Mavericks, and, as a Knicks fan, begrudgingly admits that the Boston Celtics are actually kind of likable this season. In his ‘What’s More Likely’ segment Rich weighs in on Ezekiel Elliott, Saquon Barkley, Jameis Winston vs Marcus Mariotta, if the Chargers or Chiefs will have the better offense next season, if Kyler Murray or Lamar Jackson is the better MVP candidate, and if Jets QB Zach Wilson or Jaguars QB Trevor Lawrence will take a bigger sophomore leap in ’22. Rich weighs in on his growing tongue-in-cheek Twitter beef with ‘Bussin’ with the Boys’ podcast co-host Taylor Lewan. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Rich Eisen Show's Chris Brockman, TJ Jefferson, and Adam Chudwin break down the latest from the NBA. 00:00- Celtics vs. Heat 15:00- Warriors vs. Mavericks 23:30- If Steph Curry wins a 4th ring is he a top ten player in NBA history? 37:00- All NBA Team selections Follow the guys here: Twitter-@chrisbrockman, @toojiggy, @achudwin Instagram-@brockshady, @tjjefferson, @achudwin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich reacts to Bill Belichick’s classic response when asked who will be calling the Patriots’ offensive plays next season. Rich reacts to the Raiders giving Colin Kaepernick a tryout and explains why it would be beneficial for them to sign him as backup and lucrative for the league on more ways than one. Rich recaps the show staff’s big trip to New York for the Sports Emmy Awards and explains that though they didn’t return with the hardware they still came away with a big win. Rich gives an emotional response to the tragic school shooting in Uvalde, Texas. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich recaps the Celtics taking Game 5 of the Eastern Conference Finals over the Heat and lauds the ‘Batman & Robin’ dynamic duo of Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown, and says what Miami must do to stave off elimination in Game 6. Rich reacts to Lamar Jackson’s absence from the OTA’s and says why the Baltimore QB should take the Ravens’ money and run. Pro Football Talk’s Mike Florio tells Rich why he also thinks Jackson should sign his Ravens extension sooner than later, what Jon Gruden’s latest court victory means for the long-term success of his lawsuit against the NFL, why Colin Kaepernick would be a good fit with the Las Vegas Raiders, and what the next steps could be in terms of a suspension for Cleveland Browns QB Deshaun Watson. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Yankees great and YES Network analyst Paul O’Neill and Rich discuss his new memoir ‘Swing and a Hit: Nine Innings of What Baseball Taught Me,’ shares his favorite memories of his days in New York, says how the Cincinnati Reds’ “Nasty Boys” bullpen forever changed the way baseball is played, reflects on the poignancy of the 2001 World Series following the September 11 terror attacks, and reveals what it was like to be in that classic episode of ‘Seinfeld.’ Red Sox fan Chris Brockman and Yankees fan Rich debate if Derek Jeter is overrated and if Nomar Garciaparra was the better shortstop. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dan Schwartzman is in for Rich Eisen Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dan Schwartzman is in for Rich Eisen Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dan Schwartzman is in for Rich Eisen Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dan Schwartzman is in for Rich Eisen Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dan Schwartzman is in for Rich Eisen Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dan Schwartzman is in for Rich Eisen Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mets manager Buck Showalter tells Rich why he’s thrilled to be back in New York, why first baseman Pete Alonso is the perfect fit for the Big Apple, when he expects Jacob deGrom and Max Scherzer back in the rotation, how working for new Mets owner Steve Cohen compares to working for the late Yankees owner George Steinbrenner, and says which rules he’d like to see implemented in MLB. Actor Josh Charles, a die-hard Baltimore sports fan, tells Rich why he’s still angry about the infamous Jeffrey Maier incident, discusses his new HBO series ‘We Own This City’ and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
NBC Sports’ Peter King tells Rich why he has Justin Herbert and the Los Angeles Chargers at #2 in his newest Power Rankings ahead of the Kansas City Chiefs, why he has the Buccaneers below the Rams and the Packers in his rankings, if Commanders owner Daniel Snyder is in danger of losing his team after a slew of controversies, and when the 49ers should start to be concerned about Deebo Samuel’s absence. In his ‘Overreaction Monday’ segment Rich weighs in on Luka Doncic, the Warriors, Tiger Woods, the Stanley Cup Playoffs and more. Rich’s wife Suzy Shuster calls in to refute Rich’s claims that she’s the reason for his 16 one-star ratings from Uber drivers over the years that left him with a 4.54 overall rating. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich recaps HIS Golden State Warriors taking a commanding 3-0 series lead over the Dallas Mavericks in the Western Conference Finals, and says why refs were wrong to blow the whistle on Andrew Wiggins posterizing Luka Doncic with that monster dunk. Rich and the guys do a deep dive on their prep for the Sports Emmy Awards in New York and get into a heated debate on whether or not playing pickleball means you’ve entered a certain age demographic. Rich reacts to a caller who disagrees with the Luka Doncic-Larry Bird comparisons, and recaps the epic ending of the PGA Championship that saw Mito Pereira melt down on the final hole to pave the way for Justin Thomas to capture his 2nd career major in a playoff. Rich offers up his advice to 49ers fans who might be fretting over the prospect of losing All-Pro WR Deebo Samuel. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Colts DE Yannick Ngakoue tells Rich why he thinks Matt Ryan can lead Indianapolis to the Super Bowl, says why he wants to be known as a great all-around player and not just a formidable pass rusher, applauds his former Raiders teammates for making the playoffs last season despite all the off-the-field distractions they faced, then Rich enlists the Pro Bowler in trying to foist “The Mattural” nickname on Ryan for the umpteenth time. Rich reacts to reports that the Cleveland Browns, Seattle Seahawks and Carolina Panthers are in a “holding pattern” when it comes to Baker Mayfield. In what’s surely to result in many a night being exiled to sleeping on the couch, Rich throws wife Suzy Shuster under the bus and blames her for the 16 1-star Uber ratings he’s received over the years. The ‘Big-Ass Grab Bag’ returns with TJ listing his top 5 TV sitcom moms, and the guys react to an disabled artist who drew a sketch of Rich using only his mouth. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
ESPN MLB Insider Jeff Passan tells Rich why we might see a New York vs California World Series involving the Mets, Yankees, Dodgers or Angels, says why Aaron Judge is likely to land a $300 Million contract in free agency after turning down a lucrative extension prior to this season, why we’re talking as much about deadened baseballs and pitch clocks as we are about wins and losses, and why umpires vs players strife is nothing new to the game. Rich weighs in on the possibility of a Pitch Clock in MLB and says why baseball needs to focus on creating more action over shorter games. 49ers All-Pro TE George Kittle tells Rich how he and Travis Kelce have turned ‘Tight End University’ into a big-time yearly event involving the NFL’s best TE’s along with retired all-time greats, why he’s excited to see how different the Niners’ offense will be with Trey Lance starting at QB over Jimmy Garoppolo, and talks Deebo Samuel, Robert Tonyan and Greg Olsen in the broadcast booth. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich reacts to Deion Sanders’ response to being called out by Alabama Head Coach Nick Saban for using $1 Million in NIL money to lure prized recruit Travis Hunter. Rich and the guys marvel at golfer John Daly who seems to defy all the odds by living the exact opposite of a healthy lifestyle while still competing at a high level. Rich lists his top 5 moments from the week in sports and in his ‘What’s More Likely’ segments weighs in on the NBA playoffs, Tiger Woods and John Daly at PGA Championship, and if we’re more likely to see Nick Saban and Alabama or Jimbo Fisher and Texas A&M in the College Football Playoff next season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Actor Titus Welliver joins Rich in-studio to discuss the new season of his Amazon/Freevee series ‘Bosch: Legacy,’ shares his favorite moments from making the acclaimed HBO drama ‘Deadwood’ and FX’s ‘Sons of Anarchy’ and what shocking things fans of the show have said to him in public, talks his Boston sports fandom, shows off his VERY impressive Al Pacino, and discusses his friendship with Ben Affleck and what it was like filming ‘The Town’ at Fenway Park. Rich recaps the Warriors’ impressive Game 1 vs the Luka Doncic and the Dallas Mavericks and remarks how Andrew Wiggins stepped up big time for Golden State. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
New Bears HC Matt Eberflus tells Rich about his journey from playing for Nick Saban at Toledo to becoming Chicago’s head coach and what he learned from working for some of the top football minds in his career, why Bears fans should be patient with their expectations for 2nd-year QB Justin Fields, and if Chicago can reverse their losing ways against Aaron Rodgers and the Green Bay Packers under his stewardship. Rich reacts to Nick Saban’s call for federal legislation of NIL in college football and reflects on the “mess” Name-Image-Likeness has created in College Football in the span of just 12 months. Rich breaks out a ‘Foreign Use’ version of ‘Residual Rich’ for his pay (lack thereof) for his appearances on ’22 Jump Street,’ ‘CSI: Miami,’ ‘Leatherheads,’ and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich comments on the firestorm unleashed on the college football world when Alabama Head Coach Nick Saban called out Texas A&M and Jimbo Fisher along with Jackson State’s Deion Sanders for manipulating NIL deals to land top recruits. College Football Insider for The Athletic and FOX Sports Bruce Feldman and Rich discuss the “wild twist” that is Nick Saban and Jimbo Fisher’s war of words airing the SEC’s dirty laundry when it comes to recruiting, the legality of NIL deals from state to state, and what the future of the sport could look like if some of the top teams in the country form ‘Superleagues’ to bypass the NCAA. Rich reacts to Texas A&M’s Jimbo Fisher saying he’s not fully aware of the NIL arrangements his recruits are getting, and offers up some ways college football can fix the growing mess being caused by the proliferation of Name-Image-Likeness deals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Rich Eisen Show's Chris Brockman, TJ Jefferson, and Adam Chudwin break down the latest from the NBA. 00:00- Celtics vs. Heat Game 1 08:15- Jimmy Butler is underappreciated 19:00- We love Luka Doncic/ Mavs vs. Warriors preview 32:00- HBO's Winning Time epilogue Follow the guys here: Twitter- @chrisbrockman, @toojiggy, @achudwin Instagram- @brockshady, @tjjefferson, @achudwin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Actor Thomas Jane joins Rich in-studio to discuss his new Amazon Freevee series ‘Troppo,’ tells Rich how he learned to swing a baseball bat for the first time ever after he was cast to portray Mickey Mantle in ‘61*,’ and joins in a round of ‘Celebrity True or False’ where he reveals that he was paid with an RV instead of money for his first acting gig, how he accidentally stabbed a co-star during a fight scene in ‘The Punisher,’ why Burt Reynolds kicked him in the nuts on the set of ‘Boogie Nights,’ and more! Mike Del Tufo tells the incredible story about the time he and Liza Minelli almost got arrested while trying to buy chocolate bars in a Hollywood 7-11, break down to the viral photo of Luka Doncic enjoy in beer in San Francisco prior to the Mavs Game 1 Western Conference Final game vs the Warriors, and do a deep dive into Rich’s controversial Uber rating to find out the shocking number of 1-star reviews drivers have given him over the years. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Vikings LB Za’Darius Smith tells Rich why he’s super hyped to be back on the field after missing nearly all of last season, why he’s grateful for the Packers giving him a shot to shine and is looking forward to facing his old team and Aaron Rodgers, and reveals how he made the transition from 6’3” basketball center to Pro Bowl NFL linebacker. Rich and the guys marvel at how long TJ stuck by his ancient iPhone 6 before finally upgrading recently. Now that the dust has settled on NFL free agency and the draft, Rich lists his Top 5 Under-the-Radar Offseason Acquisitions including Myles Jack to the Steelers, Rodgers Saffold to the Bills, Jabril Peppers to the Patriots, Russell Gage to the Buccaneers and the Dolphins adding Raheem Mostert and Cedrick Wilson. Zebra Technologies exec Bill Burns tells Rich if the NFL is close to being able to electronically determine first downs and TDs using chips inside of footballs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich recaps the Miami Heat’s Game 1 win over the Boston Celtics in the Eastern Conference Finals, and reacts to the outspoken NBA guard Patrick Beverley’s current stint on ESPN. Pro Football Talk host Mike Florio tells Rich why he thinks Tom Brady is in danger of overexposing himself with so many media projects in the pipeline, what the timeline for a Deshaun Watson suspension looks like, how Watson’s record-breaking contract has impacted other negotiations around the league like Kyler Murray’s, why the Browns might need to send a peace offering to Baker Mayfield if Watson is hit with a lengthy suspension, and says how the Jimmy Garoppolo-Trey Lance QB situation could play out with the 49ers. Rich weighs in on the 49ers QB situation and explains why Trey Lance deserves every shot to prove himself next season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
‘The Fire Pit Collective’ golf writer/author Alan Shipnuck tells Rich how Phil Mickelson’s backroom dealing and controversial comments about the Saudi Golf League, says it was Mickelson’s choice to skip this week’s PGA Championship despite being the defending champion, and says if there’s a path for Phil to restore his image. Rich reacts to Joe Burrow’s latest comments and marvels how much things have changed on the field for the Bengals but haven’t changed in the team’s front office. Mike Del Tufo’s brother calls in to refute his claim that back in the day he could beat Hall of Fame LB Lawrence Taylor in a footrace. Rich reacts to Tiger Woods’ press conference heading into this week’s PGA Championship. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Basketball Hall of Famer Chris Bosh tells Rich why the Miami Heat-Boston Celtics rivalry is “closest thing you can get to a bar fight,” recaps how he, Dwyane Wade and LeBron stole Ray Allen from the Celts, discusses Eric Spoelstra’s staying power in Miami, and reveals why he’s predicting a Heat vs Mavericks NBA Finals. 2-Time Super Bowl champion and ‘The Green Light’ podcast host Chris Long tells Rich why the comparisons of #2 overall NFL Draft pick Aidan Hutchinson are a disservice to the new Lions DE, weighs in on Baker Mayfield’s Cleveland Browns purgatory, and says why Tom Brady joining FOX Sports might mean we never get to see Peyton Manning in a broadcast booth in the near future. Rich wraps up the hour with a tongue-in-cheek preview of tonight’s NBA Draft Lottery and the people who will be representing each lottery team. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich comments on Deshaun Watson’s upcoming meeting with the NFL regarding his off-field legal troubles and offers up some advice for embattled Browns QB Baker Mayfield. CBS Sports Announcer Jim Nantz tells Rich why the AFC’s deep stock of quarterbacks will make the conference highly entertaining and competitive for the next decade, says how he (like the rest of us) will angle to watch the Rams vs Broncos Christmas Day game without upsetting his wife and kids too much, reveals that not many agreed with his early prediction that Tony Romo would be great in the broadcast both and why he’s predicting similar success for Tom Brady once he retires from the NFL, and previews the PGA Championship saying he thinks Tiger Woods has a chance to capture the Wanamaker Trophy. Rich and the guys wrap up the hour reacting to Mike Del Tufo’s ridiculous claim that back in the day he could beat Giants LB legend Lawrence Taylor in a footrace. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Pro Football Hall of Famer Steve Young calls in to respond to former 49ers Head Coach Steve Mariucci’s hilarious story about the time he called an unnecessary timeout during a Niners game just so he could get a photo with his QB, what advice he has for embattled Browns QB Baker Mayfield, if Trey Lance is ready to be the 49ers QB, and why Deebo Samuel did himself a disservice in how he handle his beef with the team. Four-time NBA champion John Salley joins Rich in-studio to plug his new Disney+ movie ‘Sneakerella,’ explains why Luka Doncic scares him the same way Larry Bird used to, says why Lakers hall of famer Jerry West should absolutely be upset by his portrayal in ‘Winning Time,’ what he learned from the ‘Last Dance’ Michael Jordan documentary, and offers up some advice for the Lakers brass on how to turn the team around next season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
ESPN ‘Around the Horn’ Panelist and Dallas Morning News columnist Tim Cowlishaw tells Rich where Luka Doncic falls in the pantheon of Dallas legendary athletes at the tender age of 23, and why the Philadelphia Eagles have caught up to the Cowboys in the battle for NFC East supremacy. Rich reacts to the Patrick Beverley’s harsh comments about Chris Paul and wonders if a journeyman NBA player has the right to criticize a future hall of famer. In his ‘Overreaction Monday’ segment Rich says if the Rams vs Bills NFL season opener will be a preview of the Super Bowl, how improved the Jacksonville Jaguars and New York Jets will be this season, if the Chargers have a chance to top the Chiefs, Raiders and Broncos for AFC West honors, if it’s Super Bowl or bust for Cowboys head coach Mike McCarthy, if Luka Doncic can singlehandedly take the Mavs to the NBA Finals, if the Suns championship window has closed, and if Chris Paul’s postseason failures should dent his hall of fame candidacy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rich recaps the Boston Celtics knocking the defending NBA champion Milwaukee Bucks out of the playoffs and weighs in on the Phoenix Suns’ stunning blowout loss to the Dallas Mavericks, tries to make sense of a Chris Paul team blowing yet another 2-0 series lead in the playoffs, and says why the Golden State Warriors have their work cut out for them in the Western Conference finals against a red-hot Luka Doncic. Host & NFL Analyst Ross Tucker tells Rich why the Patriots are more likely to win a Super Bowl before the Dallas Cowboys and why Jerry Jones might be the most parsimonious owner he ever played for, why he’s convinced the Carolina Panthers will start the season with Jimmy Garoppolo as their starting QB while Baker Mayfield will be starting for the Seattle Seahawks come Week 1, and says if the Saints re-tooled offense will be enough to get them past Tom Brady and the Buccaneers in the NFC South under new head coach Dennis Allen. Rich breaks down the Carolina Panthers 2022 schedule and says what the addition of Baker Mayfield would mean in terms of actual wins and losses. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Legendary Television writer and producer, David Mandel, who is known for Seinfeld, VEEP and Curb Your Enthusiasm, joins Suzy for an in-depth discussion about his career, Working at SNL and how he got to landed jobs on Seinfeld and Curb Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich reacts to the NFL’s 2022 schedule release and says why he’s surprised Russell Wilson will have to return to Seattle in Week 1 with the Broncos to face his old team the Seahawks. Rich weighs in on how the NFL scheduled the Browns-Texans game next season and wonders if a possible Deshaun Watson suspension played a role in when the game will be played. Rich breaks down the Arizona Cardinals' tough early season schedule that could turn ugly in a hurry during DeAndre Hopkins’ 6-game PED suspension to start the year. In his ‘What’s More Likely’ segment Rich says if we’ll see an undefeated or a winless team in the NFL next season, if the Rams or Bengals are more likely to return to the Super Bowl, if the Cardinals or 49ers will be on the outside looking in come playoff time, if Matt Ryan or Russell Wilson will win more games with his new team, and more! Rich and the guys react to the breaking news the the 76ers intend to bring back head coach Doc Rivers next season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ravens linebacker Patrick Queen and Rich discuss Baltimore’s early-season run of games against the AFC East, how he feels about facing fellow LSU alum Joe Burrow twice a year in the AFC North, his relationship with Lamar Jackson, how Ray Lewis and Calais Campbell have mentored him, and more. Rich and the guys dust off their RES Consulting thinking caps and concoct what’s could be either a foolish or brilliant idea: a barbershop catering exclusively to bald men. Former NFL head coach and current NFL Network Analyst Steve Mariucci stops by the studio and discusses Kay Adams leaving ‘Good Morning Football’ which leads down memory lane for some great stories from the set of ‘NFL GameDay Morning,’ shares a hilarious story about the time he tried and failed to get an iconic in-game photo with Hall of Fame QB Steve Young, and reacts to the release of the NFL’s 2022 schedule. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich reacts to the Philadelphia 76ers getting bounced from the playoffs by the Miami Heat and ponders the ramifications for Doc Rivers and James Harden going forward, and offers up some advice for the once-prolific guard who’s skills have diminished greatly over the last two seasons. Kansas City Chiefs GM Brett Veach tells Rich why he actually likes that KC will open the season with three of their first 4 games on the road, explains why he trade All-Pro WR Tyreek Hill to the Miami Dolphins, why the Chiefs took speedy WR Skyy Moore in the NFL Draft, and how different KC’s offense will look without Mahomes throwing to Hill. Rich lists his top 5 moments of the week including Jrue Holliday’s stellar defense vs the Celtics, Aaron Judge’s first ever walk off HR for the Yankees, Reid Detmer’s no-hitter for the Angels, and the Miami Heat’s Jimmy Butler eliminating his former team the Sixers from the NBA Playoffs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich reacts to the rumors that the Lakers are considering shopping LeBron James and says why L.A. wouldn’t trade him “in a million years.” Actor Jon Hamm joins Rich in-studio to discuss the long-awaited release of ‘Top Gun: Maverick,’ shares his favorite St. Louis Cardinals memories, reacts to what his Top Gun call signs would be for some of his famous characters including Don Draper from ‘Mad Men,’ says what fans can expect from his reboot of the beloved ‘Fletch’ movies, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Detroit Lions GM Brad Holmes tells Rich why he was thrilled Michigan DE Aidan Hutchinson fell to them at #2 in the NFL Draft, why he moved up to draft Jameson Williams despite the Alabama WR’s recent ACL injury, how long he envisions Jared Goff as the team’s starting QB, and why the team is in good hands with 2nd-year head coach Dan Campbell. Rams Head Coach Sean McVay tells Rich what perennial All-Pro LB Bobby Wagner brings to the team, why he’s expecting Matthew Stafford and Cooper Kupp to be even better next season, how close he came to retiring from coaching, how much longer he expects Aaron Donald to play in the NFL, and where Odell Beckham Jr. fits in with the Rams plans. Rich wraps up the hour with a rave review of ‘Top Gun: Maverick’ and takes a call from legendary sportscaster Van Earl Wright. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich recaps the Milwaukee Bucks’ thrilling Game 5 win over the Boston Celtics and explains why the defending champs don’t look like they’re going to give up their crown, and reacts to the Memphis Grizzlies stunning blowout of Steph Curry and the Golden State Warriors despite the absence of Ja Morant. Saints All-Pro Safety Tyrann Mathieu tells Rich why it took him so long to sign with New Orleans in free agency, why he wasn’t surprised the Chiefs traded Tyreek Hill, if he’ll get emotional the first time he takes the field for his hometown Saints and if they have a chance to win the Super Bowl next season, and reveals why he’s a fierce competitor with Tom Brady on the field but considers him a confidante off the gridiron. Rich reacts to Mathieu’s Brady comments and explains why they give some insight as to why TB12 will be successful in the FOX Sports broadcast booth once his playing days are over. Rich responds to a caller’s conspiracy theory about why the Cleveland Brown haven’t been able to find a trade partner for Baker Mayfield. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Rich Eisen Show's Chris Brockman, TJ Jefferson, and Adam Chudwin break down the latest from the NBA. 00:00- Celtics vs. Bucks series 12:00- Warriors vs. Grizzlies series 19:00- Heat vs. Sixers series & James Harden regression 36:30- Suns vs. Mavericks series 43:20- HBO's Winning Time episode #10 Follow the guys here: Twitter-@chrisbrockman, @toojiggy, @achudwin Instagram- @brockshady, @tjjefferson, @achudwin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Packers Head Coach Matt LaFleur tells Rich that while there’s much mutual respect between him and Aaron Rodgers the 4-time NFL MVP usually wins all their arguments, reacts to criticism that Green Bay’s offense is not geared to winning home playoff games at Lambeau Field when the weather turns harsh, says how soon the Packers’ WR draft picks will contribute next season, and reveals what he knows about backup QB Jordan Love’s future with the team. Rich reacts to former Jaguars K Josh Lambo suing the team for being kicked by former head coach Urban Meyer, weighs in on the man shot a 112 at a US Open qualifying tournament as punishment for finishing last in his fantasy football league, and reacts to the hilariously incredible story of the European soccer player who was cut for ..farting too much in the locker room?? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jaguars Head Coach Doug Pederson tells Rich why he’s basically starting from scratch with Trevor Lawrence after his less-than-stellar rookie season under Urban Meyer, how he’s rebuilding the Jags’ culture following the disastrous year under Meyer, and what fans can expect from his team after re-stocking the roster with free agents and draft picks including #1 overall selection Travon Walker. With the NFL 2022 season schedule trickling out this week, Rich lists the top ten games he’s looking forward to most including Russell Wilson’s return to Seattle with the Broncos, Deshaun Watson’s return to Houston with the Browns, Bobby Wagner’s return to Seattle with the Rams, and Mike McCarthy’s return to Green Bay with the Dallas Cowboys. Rich and Suzy reveal the outcome of their son Cooper’s big Little League playoff game yesterday and reveal if mom or dad was most upset by the umpire squeezing the strike zone on their young lefty. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich weighs in on Tom Brady’s post-playing career TV plans with Fox Sports and ponders the question: will he actually be good at it? Ravens DE Calais Campbell tells Rich he only came back for a 15th NFL season because he truly believes Baltimore can win a Super Bowl title this season, explains why he’s predicting multiple Super Bowl rings for Lamar Jackson, why he’s all for mentoring young players even if it results in him losing his starting job, and if he was as surprised by the Hollywood Brown trade to the Cardinals as the rest of the NFL world. Rich reacts to Angels rookie Reid Detmer’s no-hitter and says why Mike Trout, Shohei Ohtani, Anthony Rendon and company might be the American League’s sleeping giant that’s finally awakened. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
ESPN NFL Reporter Jeff Darlington and Rich discuss Tom Brady announcing he’ll be joining Fox Sports an analyst once he retires from the NFL, why he predicts the 2022 NFL season will be TB12’s last, reveals how the viral photo of Brady and Michael Jordan came about, and says what’s been holding up a Baker Mayfield trade from the Browns. Rich reacts to Dallas’ mayor calling for a 2nd NFL team in Big D and says why that winning new fans would be a nearly impossible hurdle to overcome for potential new owners, reacts to the NFL announcing the Los Angeles Rams and Denver Broncos will face off on Christmas Day, Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
ESPN College Basketball Analyst Jay Bilas tells Rich if the NCAA has any chance of reining in the amount of money flowing into the NIL booster collectives for universities across the country, why college coaches should get used to the new normal of NIL money infiltrating recruiting, and says why the next NCAA President is “taking over the helm of a ship the previous captain ran aground.” Hall of Fame sportswriter Bob Ryan and Rich discuss his new book ‘In Scoring Position: 40 Years of a Baseball Love Affair,’ laments the way analytics have changes baseball, recounts his favorite Fenway Park moments in his decades covering the Red Sox, reacts to 35-year-old Al Horford’s turn-back-the-clock 4th quarter for the Boston Celtics against Giannis and the Milwaukee Bucks, and bashes Tom Brady joining the NFL on Fox team calling the 7-time Super Bowl champion “a glorified Joe Montana” who doesn’t have the personality to be an entertaining color analyst. Rich and Suzy debate if their son should play in a soccer game on the same day as one of his Little League team’s playoff game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich reacts to the news that Tom Brady will be joining the NFL on Fox broadcast booth when his playing days are over. Tampa Bay Times Buccaneers Insider Rick Stroud tells Rich why he’s not surprised by the announcement of Tom Brady joining Fox Sports, discusses Brady’s off-season flirtation with the Miami Dolphins and says if TB12 could possibly join another team after the ’22 season, says if the Bucs would consider bringing in Baker Mayfield to replace Brady if he decides to move on, and predicts if Rob Gronkowski will retire again or rejoin Brady for another season in Tampa. Rich reacts to a report that Fox will pay Brady $375M over ten years to join their broadcast booth when he decides to retire. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this special DELL Podference episode, Suzy sits down with small business co-founder and Creative Director, Asia Grant. Asia discusses how she cam up with the idea for her company REDOUX, a line of sophisticated scents and vegan skincare for the modern nostalgic. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
ESPN NBA Insider Ramona Shelburne and Rich discuss the casting for the upcoming mini-series about disgraced former Clippers owner Donald Sterling, says why the Lakers seem to be in no hurry to hire their next head coach and which candidates could be headed to L.A. to coach LeBron James and company, and explains why she’s predicting a Golden State Warriors vs Milwaukee Bucks NBA Finals. ESPN Football Analyst Dan Orlovsky tells Rich which NFL Draft QBs landed in the most advantageous positions among Kenny Pickett and the Steelers, Malik Willis and the Titans and Desmon Ridder and the Falcons, why the Jets Zach Wilson will be the 2nd-year QB that takes the biggest strides this season, says why the Cowboys’ Dak Prescott and the Packers’ Aaron Rodgers are the two NFL quarterbacks under the most pressure heading into the new season, how much pressure there will be in Russell Wilson with the Denver Broncos this season, and if we’ll see Baker Mayfield traded by the Browns before the season starts. Rich and Cowboys fan TJ break down Orlovsky’s list of top 5 QBs under the most pressure in the 2022 NFL season, and reacts to Rich Strike’s “unbelievably inspiring” longshot win at the Kentucky Derby. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The MMQB Senior NFL Writer Albert Breer tells Rich how money is the main thing holding up the Cleveland Browns trading Baker Mayfield, if Jimmy Garoppolo is likely to still be on the 49ers when the season start in September, if Deebo Samuel and the Niners can work through their issues, why some people are whispering that Trey Lance isn’t ready to run Kyle Shanahan’s offense yet, and how long term extensions for Kyler Murray and Lamar Jackson will impact the negotiating tactics for Joe Burrow and Justin Herbert when it’s their time to get paid. Rich weight in on the Browns inability to trade Baker Mayfield and wonders what Cleveland’s plan is for the former #1 overall draft pick in the wake of trading for Deshaun Watson. In his ‘Overreaction Monday’ segment Rich says if the Kentucky Derby win by longshot ‘Rich Strike’ bodes well for his Jets’ longshot Super Bowl chances, if the Bills are Super Bowl favorites after drafting Georgia Bulldogs running back James Cook, if Joel Embiid’s return puts the Sixers in the Eastern Conference Driver’s seat, how the Grizzlies will fare without an injured Ja Morant, if the Phoenix Suns are in trouble in their series against the Dallas Mavericks, and if baseball fans should brace themselves for a Subway Series between the Yankees and Mets. Rich responds to MLB umpire Dan Bellino’s apology to Madison Bumgarner following their awkward hand-check incident that resulted in the Diamondbacks’ ace getting tossed out of a game last week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich reacts to Joel Embiid’s return to the 76ers and James Harden’s return to form that saw the Sixers even up their Eastern Conference Semifinal series against the Miami Heat. ESPN NBA Insider Brian Windhorst tells Rich why he voted for 76ers C Joel Embiid over Nikola Jokic for the NBA’s MVP Award, why it’s “ridiculous” to think the Warriors’ Jordan Poole injured Ja Morant’s knee on purpose, weighs in on Chris Paul’s run-in with a Dallas Mavericks fan and says why referee pandering to flopping might have led to the unfortunate incident, why Giannis Antetokounmpo will be tough for the Boston Celtics to solve, and if the Lakers would consider trading LeBron James this offseason. Rich recaps the top 5 moments of the weekend and weighs in on where LeBron James ranks in the NBA G.O.A.T. discussion when it comes to Michael Jordan. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Pro Football Hall of Famer Marshall Faulk sits down for an in-depth discussion about his humble beginnings, what led him to San Diego State and how learning to say no was something he had to figure out during his career. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Philadelphia Eagles writer Turron Davenport joins guest host Dan Schwartzman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sixers Insider Devon Givens joins guest host Dan Schwartzman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Cleveland Browns writer Mary Kay Cabot joins guest host Dan Schwartzman. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Falcons GM Terry Fontenot tells Rich why Atlanta selected USC WR Drake London with the 8th pick in the NFL Draft, why the team moved on from Matt Ryan and if he was surprised the lost out on Deshaun Watson to the Cleveland Browns, and says (reluctantly) if rookie QB Desmond Ridder will have a chance to wrest the starting QB job away from the newly-signed Marcus Mariota. Rich lists his ‘Top 5 Sneaky Good Picks from the NFL Draft’ among James Cook to the Bills, Skyy Moore to the Chiefs, Alec Pierce to the Colts, David Bell to the Browns, and Devonte Wyatt to the Packers. Rich reacts to the NBA suspending Memphis Grizzlies F Dillon Brooks for the Flagrant Foul that seriously injured the elbow of Warriors G Gary Payton II, and comments on reports that Ben Simmons needs off-season back surgery and if there’s any correlation to his mental health issues of late. Rich reacts to the news that ‘Modern Family’ and ‘Married with Children’ star Ed O’Neill will play former Clippers owner Donald Sterling in an upcoming mini-series. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Saints Head Coach Dennis Allen tells Rich what his approach will be in replacing Sean Payton who stepped down after 16 seasons in New Orleans, what his expectations are for starting QB Jameis Winston, WR Michel Thomas, and new draftees Chris Olave and Trevor Penning, reveals if the Saints considered drafting a QB in the 1st round, and what veteran safety Tyrann Mathieu brings to the field and the locker room. Rich reacts with a heated commentary on umpire Dan Bellino’s creepy-weird-awkward incident with Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Madison Bumgarner. Jomboy calls in to weigh in on the Bumgarner-Bellino run-in, says why there’s such a discrepancy between the public’s view of umpires’ performances vs MLB’s evaluations and how the problem can be fixed, if the balls have been deadened this season, and reveals that he’s expanding his burgeoning media empire beyond the world of baseball. Rich reacts to a tweet by Timberwolves G Patrick Beverley trolling the Warriors for giving up 47 points to Ja Morant. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich recaps Chris Paul and the Suns’ 4th quarter throttling of the Dallas Mavericks in Game 2 of their West Semifinals series and says why the 76ers are done for without Joel Embiid after falling down 2-0 in their series with the Miami Heat. Rich and the guys react to Tom Brady responding to a Justin Bieber “be honest” Tik Tok video by saying he might have actually fumbled in the infamous “Tuck Rule Game” against the Raiders. Los Angeles Chargers Head Coach Brandon Staley tells Rich why he’s pumped to be reunited with All-Pro LB Khalil Mack, what 1st round draft pick brings to L.A.’s offensive line, why he’s expecting Justin Herbert to improve even more in his 3rd NFL season, and why he’s excited for the high level of competition in the AFC West next season. Rich breaks down the competitive AFC West and says why this could be the Chargers best shot to break through and become legitimate Super Bowl contenders. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Rich Eisen Show's Chris Brockman, TJ Jefferson, and Adam Chudwin break down the latest from the NBA. 00:00- Ja Morant dominating game 2 against Golden State. 10:30- Luka or Ja? 17:00- Zion Williamson playing next year. 24:00- Sixers/Heat series 31:00- Suns/Mavericks series 33:30- Celtics/Bucks series 38:40- Giannis is incredible 44:30- HBO's Winning Time Episode 9 Follow the guys here: Twitter-@chrisbrockman, @toojiggy, @achudwin Instagram-@brockshady, @tjjefferson, @achudwin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
ESPN NBA Analyst Kendrick Perkins tells Rich why Memphis Grizzlies F Dillon Brooks should be suspended two games for the Flagrant Foul that resulted in a broken elbow for Warriors G Gary Payton II, explains why it looks like Father Time has caught up to the 76ers’ James Harden, and offers up some advice for Zion Williamson regarding his NBA future with the New Orleans Pelicans. Actor Shea Whigham joins Rich in-studio to discuss playing the infamous Watergate villain G. Gordon Liddy in the Starz drama ‘Gaslit,’ what it’s like acting alongside the likes of Julia Roberts and Sean Penn, vows to record Tom Cruise’s 40-yard dash time when shooting the next ‘Mission Impossible’ film, and plays a round of ‘Celebrity True or False’ where he reveals how Martin Scorsese cast him in ‘Boardwalk Empire,’ how much of ‘The Wolf of Wall Street’ was improvised, and that he originally went to college in a tennis scholarship. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich recaps going to the Hollywood Bowl last night for Dave Chappelle’s show where he was joined on-stage by Chris Rock and one uninvited attendee who left the venue in an ambulance. Pittsburgh Steelers Head Coach Mike Tomlin tells Rich why the team selected Pitt QB Kenny Pickett with the 20th pick in the NFL Draft and says he has no issues with the QB’s small hands, if the rookie will have a chance to win the starting job, what the role of veteran QB’s should be in mentoring young players, weighs in on the NFL’s new Overtime rules and emphasis on taunting, and says how much longer he’d like to remain a head coach in the NFL. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich recaps Game 2 of the very physical series between the Golden State Warriors and Memphis Grizzlies that saw a Flagrant 2 ejection for the 2nd straight game, this one resulting in a season-ending elbow injury to Warriors guard Gary Payton II along with a bloodied Draymond Green giving double birds to the Memphis crowd. Colts GM Chris Ballard and Rich discuss Indianapolis’ draft haul, why the team soured on Carson Wentz after just one season, how Indy landed Matt Ryan after the Falcons’ failed pursuit of Deshaun Watson, and Rich gives one last try to foist “The Mattural” nickname on the new Colts QB. Rich reacts to Ryan Tannehill saying it’s not his job to mentor Titans rookie QB Malik Willis. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Commanders Head Coach Ron Rivera tells Rich why he has full faith in Carson Wentz despite the QB washing out with the Colts and Eagles, explains why Washington chose to move back in the draft where they selected Penn State WR Jahan Dotson, and what the team’s expectations are for newly-drafted QB Sam Howell. Rich and the guys discuss the Commanders rolling the dice on Wentz and have a tongue-in-cheek debate with Cowboys fans TJ about whether Dallas should be more worried about their NFC East rivals or shooting themselves in the foot next season. Bestselling author Don Winslow and Rich discuss his new book ‘City on Fire,’ his decision to retire, great sports movies, meeting Sean Connery and much more. Rich and the guys list the top Twitter features they’d like Elon Musk to add, the Rich weighs in on Jaguars owner Shad Khan’s latest comments on Urban Meyer saying he didn’t fire the coach because of lack of winning, and says why he agrees with Titans QB Ryan Tannehill’s comments that it’s not his job to mentor rookie QB Malik Willis. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
ESPN’s Robert Griffin III tells Rich that he got a few phone calls from NFL teams after running a 4.48 in the 40 at this year’s RunRichRun event and that he’s more than willing to make an NFL comeback (with the Chicago Bears??) at age 32 after being out of the league since 2020, breaks down this year’s NFL Draft QB class and says why some players dropping could actually turn out to be a good thing for them, and says what advice he would give his younger self about what it takes to have success and longevity in the NFL. Rich reacts to Magic Johnson’s latest ‘thank-you-captain-obvious’ tweet about the Lakers and Knicks sorry seasons and says why the 76ers can’t count on James Harden to return to form in the absence of Joel Embiid. Rich reacts to the latest developments in the Deebo Samuel-49ers saga and says why the Niners won’t be trading the All-Pro WR. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich reacts to DeAndre Hopkins 6-game PEDs suspension and what it means for Kyler Murray and the Cardinals’ playoff aspirations. NFL Network Analyst Daniel Jeremiah tells Rich which NFL Draft QBs landed in the best situations to give them long-term success in the league, why the Cardinals trading for Hollywood Brown was the perfect fix for Hopkins’ 6-game suspension, why the Lions moving up to draft Alabama WR Jameson Williams was the most surprising pick of the first round, if the Vikings trading with NFC North rivals will come back to haunt them in the long run, says why Baker Mayfield to the New York Giants actually makes sense, and if the Jets successful draft will pay off with more wins next season. Rich recounts the story at this year’s RunRichRun event where 32-year-old retired NFL QB Robert Griffin III casually dropped an eye-popping 4.48 time in his 40-yard dash. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Philadelphia Eagles Executive VP and GM Howie Roseman tells Rich how the big AJ Brown draft night trade came about with the Tennessee Titans, if Jalen Hurts must prove himself in 2022 now that he’s surrounded by Brown and other weapons, and why he (and his kids) are super excited the Eagles drafted Georgia defenders Jordan Davis and Nakobe Dean. NFL Insider Ian Rapoport tells Rich why Deebo Samuel and Baker Mayfield are still on the 49ers and Browns and if any trades for the WR and QB are on the horizon, why the Tennessee Titans and AJ Brown had to part ways, and what’s holding up long-term extensions for Kyler Murray and Lamar Jackson. Rich reflects back on his weekend at the NFL Draft and says why Las Vegas is the ideal city to host a large-scale NFL event. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Arizona Cardinals GM Steve Keim tells Rich how the big draft night trade to acquire WR Hollywood Brown from the Baltimore Ravens and says what the timeline is for the Cards to lock up disgruntled QB Kyler Murray to a long-term contract extension. Rich recounts his incident of Elevator Etiquette Karma he experienced at his hotel in Las Vegas during the NFL Draft. Rich weighs in on the Browns’ inability to trade Baker Mayfield and debates if they should hold onto the QB given the possibility of a long suspension for Deshaun Watson. In his ‘Overreaction Monday’ segment Rich says if we can expect the Jets to make the playoffs this season, if the NFL is overvaluing WRs now, if the 49ers will trade Deebo Samuel or re-sign the disgruntled wideout, if this is a make-or-break year for Philadelphia Eagles QB Jalen Hurts, if the Celtics have a shot to knock of Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Milwaukee Bucks, and if the Golden State Warriors and Memphis Grizzlies are destined for a Game 7 in their Western Conference Semifinal series. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jets fan Rich reacts to his team’s phenomenal 2022 NFL Draft that saw New York land CB Sauce Gardner, WR Garrett Wilson, and DE Jermaine Johnson II in the first round along with RB Breece Hall in the 2nd Round. New York Jets GM Joe Douglas tells Rich how nervous he was when the Houston Texans were on the clock the pick before they selected Cincinnati CB Sauce Gardner, reveals if he came close to using the #10 pick to trade for Deebo Samuel before taking Ohio State WR Garrett Wilson, how the Jets war room reacted to seeing DE Jermaine Johnson II slide to the late 1st round, selecting Iowa State RB Breece Hall and what year 2 expectations he has for last year’s #2 overall pick QB Zach Wilson. Rich reacts to Golden State Warriors F Draymon Green’s controversial Flagrant 2 ejection in Game 1 vs the Memphis Grizzlies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Eric Stonestreet who played the lovable Cam Tucker on the hit TV show "Modern Family" joins Suzy for an in depth discussion about his career, what he is up to now and how he got started in show business. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Washington Post National NBA Writer Ben Golliver and guest host Ryan Leaf discuss Chris Paul exceptional game in the Suns’ closeout win over the Pelicans, what the playoffs emergence of Luka Doncic means for the Dallas Mavericks, what challenges the Miami Heat present for Joel Embiid and the Philadelphia 76ers, previews Game 7 between the Grizzlies and Timberwolves tonight, Actor/Director/Producer Kevin Connolly joins Ryan in-studio to share some behind-the-scenes stories from his days on HBO’s ‘Entourage” and discusses his career behind the camera, his beloved Miami Dolphins and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Pro Football Hall of Famer Peyton Manning and guest host Ryan Leaf discuss why their longtime friendship never changed despite the divergent paths their careers took on the field and their lives took off the field, discuss the scholarship he endowed at Georgia Tech to honor his former Broncos teammate Demaryius Thomas, why he enjoys his Monday Night Football “Manningcast” so much, and offers up his advice for new Denver QB Russell Wilson. Former NFL QB Joey Harrington tells Ryan why he couldn’t live up to the expectations of being the 3rd overall pick in the 2002 NFL Draft and explains why NFL teams are no longer patient in developing young quarterbacks. Rich calls in from the NFL Draft in Las Vegas and recaps with Ryan the notable first round for his Jets and the shocking AJ Brown trade between the Titans and Eagles, previews what to expect in Round 2 and if we’ll see a Baker Mayfield trade tonight, and how the spectacle of the draft has exploded in recent years. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Guest host Ryan Leaf and the guys recap the 1st Round of the NFL Draft and says who was a reach and who was a home run pick. Pro Football Focus Analyst Bruce Gradkowski tells Ryan why QB Kenny Pickett was the perfect draft pick at #20 for the Pittsburgh Steelers, when we’ll see the remaining quarterbacks like Malik Willis, Matt Corral and Desmond Ridder come off the board in Round 2, react to AJ Brown’s stunning trade from the Titans to the Eagles, and if the Jaguars got it right by taking Georgia DE Travon Walker first overall. Ryan lists the top 5 moments from a momentous week in sports and recaps picks 11 through 32 of the NFL Draft saying how the Houston Texans, Chargers and other teams got it right along with the Steelers for drafting Pitt QB Kenny Pickett. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Pro Football Focus Host & Analyst Trevor Sikkema and guest host Ryan Leaf lay out a scenario where Michigan DE Aidan Hutchinson drops out of the NFL Draft’s top 5, why the New York Jets’ draft history says they will pass on Cincinnati CB Sauce Gardner, why NFL teams like but don’t love Utah LB Devin Lloyd, which player could surprise people and sneak into the top of the draft, and predicts where Pitt QB Kenny Pickett and Liberty QB Malik Willis will land. Ryan and the guys finish up their 2022 NFL Mock Draft with picks 21 to 32 and reveal if Packers QB Aaron Rodgers and Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes get new WR’s to replace the departed Davante Adams and Tyreek Hill. Ryan reacts to the Cardinals picking up their 5th-year option on Kyler Murray while the New York Giants declined to do likewise with Daniel Jones, and offers up some advice for all the NFL prospects hoping to be chosen in the 1st round of tonight’s NFL Draft. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich calls in from the NFL Draft in Las Vegas and tells guest host Ryan Leaf how the scene is shaping up on the strip for a “monster crowd” tonight, and much more! Pro Football Hall of Famer and NFL Network Analyst Kurt Warner tells Ryan how he dealt with not being drafted when he was coming out of Northern Iowa, and says why he’s higher on Pitt QB Kenny Pickett and Liberty QB Malik Willis than the rest of the quarterback draft class. The guys continue with their Mock Draft selecting picks 9 through 20. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Guest host Ryan Leaf comments on the rise of NIL deals in college football and how it’s changing the sport's landscape for the better and possibly for the worse. University of Minnesota Head Football Coach PJ Fleck and Ryan discuss his high NFL hopes for Golden Gophers draft prospects DE Boye Mafe and the massive 6’9”, 380-pound OT Daniel Faalele, how NIL is impacting his program and college football as a whole, and the courageous battle with cancer by Gophers player Casey O’Brien. Ryan, Brockman, TJ and Del Tufo host a mock draft choosing picks 1 through 8 for the Jaguars, Lions, Texans, Jets, Giants, Panthers and Falcons. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Rich Eisen Show's Chris Brockman, TJ Jefferson, and Adam Chudwin break down the latest from the NBA. 00:00- Bulls strange season 04:30- Sixers woes 19:30- Celtics beating Nets/ how far can they go? 25:20- Nets disappointment 34:00- Ja's dunk & Memphis/Minnesota series 39:45- Phoenix/New Orleans series 47:05- HBO's Winning Time episodes 7 and 8 Follow the guys here: Twitter- @chrisbrockman, @toojiggy, @achudwin Instagram- @brockshady, @tjjefferson, @achudwin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Washington Commanders Pro Bowl DE Chase Young tells guest host Ryan Leaf his thoughts on Carson Wentz joining the team, his NFL Draft experience, and his outlook for 2022 following his season-ending knee injury last year. Oregon All-American DE Kayvon Thibodeaux and Ryan discuss his pre-draft preparations and experiences and how he’s handling the scrutiny of being a top NFL Draft prospect. Rich calls in from Las Vegas to preview the atmosphere at this year’s NFL Draft and reveals what the latest buzz there is on who will be the first player taken, and says why his New York Jets should dive into the mix for a possible Deebo Samuel trade. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bleacher Report’s Lead NFL Draft Analyst Connor Rodgers and guest host Ryan Leaf discuss who will go 1st overall and why Oregon DE Kayvon Thibodeaux has fallen down some draft boards following another stellar season, how early or late we’ll see the first QB and WR come off the board, if the 49ers will find a trade partner (possibly the Jets?) for disgruntled WR Deebo Samuel and if we’re seeing a sea change in how NFL teams value/devalue the wide receiver position. Ryan recounts the wild adventure that was his NFL Draft experience back in 1998 when he was chosen 2nd overall by the Chargers behind Peyton Manning. Ryan weighs in on the Deebo Samuels-49ers situation and explains why the All-Pro WR might be playing with fire with his trade request. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Guest host Ryan Leaf sets the table for this week’s NFL Draft in Las Vegas, Nevada and recounts a great story about the time he and Chargers teammate Rodney Harrison made a quick trip to Sin City during his rookie season. Sports Illustrated Senior NBA Writer Howard Beck and Ryan discuss Ja Morant’s jaw-dropping finish to rally the Memphis Grizzlies to a comeback win over the Minnesota Timberwolves in Game 5 of their 1st Round NBA Playoffs matchup, says why he’s predicting the Suns vs Pelicans series will be decided by a Game 7, if the 76ers are in deep trouble against the Raptors with an injured Joel Embiid and an underperforming James Harden, if the Bulls swoon can be blamed on a slew of injuries of if other things were at play, and explains why the Golden State Warriors could very well win the NBA title this season. Ryan, 76ers fan TJ Jefferson and Brockman debate if the Sixers could actually blow their 3-0 series lead to the Toronto Raptors. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
‘Good Morning Football’ co-host Kyle Brandt tells Rich why he’s looking forward to the “mystery and chaos” of this year’s NFL Draft, why Deebo Samuel went public with his beef with the 49ers, why Bears QB Justin Fields could be in for another long season in Chicago, how the Bills signing Von Miller could be the NFL off-season move that pays the most dividends, and reveals why he’s nervous about announcing Buffalo’s 3rd Round draft selection in Las Vegas this weekend. Ohio State WR Garrett Wilson tells Rich how he went from a middling high school quarterback to possibly becoming the first receiver chosen in the NFL Draft, and shows that, as a proud Buckeyes alum, he refuses to say the name of “the team up north” even if drafted by the Detroit Lions. Rich debates if the New York Giants would be wise to use one of their two top-10 draft picks on a wide receiver, and explains why what the Carolina Panthers do with the #6 pick could be the linchpin for how the rest of the 1st round unfolds. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich and the guys re-visit the Nets disappointing season and debate of the Golden State Warriors should send some young talent to Brooklyn to bring Kevin Durant back in the fold. Notre Dame All-American Safety Kyle Hamilton tells Rich about his journey from being born in Greece, to growing up in Atlanta, to playing in South Bend, to the doorstep of the NFL and more. Rich answers a tough question from a caller: should the Jets select Sauce Gardner or Michigan’s Aidan Hutchinson at #4 if that scenario comes up on Thursday night. 76ers fan TJ and Rich discuss Joel Embiid’s thumb injury and wonder if James Harden’s lack of conditioning is finally catching up with him now that the Sixers need him to step up and pick up the slack, and react to a recent Jay Wright interview where the newly-retired former Villanova head coach left the door open on a return to coaching. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich recaps Celtics’ sweep of the Nets in their first round series and says why Boston and Brooklyn are heading in opposite directions, and rails on Kyrie Irving for derailing the Nets’ once-promising season by his anti-vaccination stance. Cincinnati Bearcats All-American CB Ahmad “Sauce” Gardner tells Rich why he’s not lacking for confidence in the least, reveals the origins of his “Sauce” nickname, and says how he’d chance the Jets culture of losing if New York were to select him at #4 in the NFL Draft. Rich makes the case for the Jets to draft Sauce Gardner with the 4th overall pick in the draft saying his play on the field and presence in the locker room is just what New York needs to reverse their fortunes. Rich weighs in on the lates developments in the Deebo Samuel-49ers standoff with Niners GM John Lynch saying he doesn’t see a scenario where the team trades the All-Pro WR. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Penn State Head Football Coach James Franklin tells Rich why Nittany Lion WR Jahan Dotson is the best receiver he’s ever coached, why he’s not surprised by Micah Parson’s early success in the NFL, why he’s expecting Saquon Barkley to thrive in new Giants Head Coach Brian Dabol’s offense, and why he’s predicting “significant changes” in college football over the next 5 years including a possible expansion of the College Football Playoff to 12 teams. Actor Patrick Fabian joins Rich in-studio to discuss the new (and final) season of the acclaimed AMC ‘Breaking Bad’ spinoff ‘Better Call Saul,’ and gets the approval from TJ to go ahead and root for the Los Angeles Rams even though he grew up a Pittsburgh Steelers fan. Rich and the guys react to the hilarious moment last night when Cowboys LB Micah Parsons dropped the ceremonial puck at a minor league hockey game last night when clearly no one told him how to drop the ceremonial puck. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ohio State WR Chris Olave tells Rich about his pre-draft experience and expectations and reflects on the passing of former Buckeye QB Dwayne Haskins. Rich weighs in on yet another controversial game in MLB due to Angel Hernandez calling balls and strikes behind the plate that led to an EPIC meltdown by Phillies slugger Kyle Schwarber. ‘Good Morning Football’ co-host/FOX Sports NFL Insider Peter Schrager tells Rich why it’s a total crapshoot who goes #1 overall in the NFL Draft, why he thinks Deebo Samuel and the 49ers can work out their issues to keep the All-Pro WR in San Francisco, and says why the outlook is “bleak” for QBs hoping to be drafted high this week and for the possibility of Baker Mayfield being a starting QB next season. Rich weighs in on Baker Mayfield’s limited options for 2022 and says why the NFL Draft could shrink those options even more. In his ‘Overreaction Monday’ segment Rich comments on the NBA Playoffs and says if Celtics F Jayson Tatum has surpassed Kevin Durant on the NBA superstar ladder, if we’ll see Deebo Samuel traded before the NFL Draft, if Roger Goodell will be announcing a flurry of trades in the draft’s top ten, and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich recaps the big weekend in the NBA and weighs in on the disappointing no-show of Ben Simmons after we were expecting his long-awaited season debut for the Brooklyn Nets. Rich unveils his 2022 ‘Come @ Me!!’ Mock Draft predicting the top 10 picks of this week’s NFL Draft. NFL Network analyst Daniel Jeremiah tells Rich why he doesn’t see any quarterbacks getting drafted in until the 20th pick in this week’s NFL Draft, why the 49ers could actually trade disgruntled WR Deebo Samuel before the draft, and explains why the Jaguars might surprise everyone and select NC State OT Ickey Ekwonu first overall. Jets fan Rich explains why New York would be wise to offer up the #10 overall pick in the NFL Draft to the 49ers for Deebo. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Alabama All-American OT Evan Neal tells Rich how he’s prepping for next week’s NFL Draft and how he managed to (for the most part) stay on Nick Saban’s good side during his time in Tuscaloosa. Academy Award-nominated actor Liam Neeson and Rich discuss his new thriller “Memory,” reveals that he loves slapstick comedies but HATES American football and baseball with a passion, and says how he lost out on Andre the Giant’s ‘Fezik’ role in ‘The Princess Bride’ and if he ever considered portraying 007 James Bond in a round of ‘Celebrity True or False.’ Rich says what the Browns’ GM’s latest comments on Baker Mayfield bode for the team’s ability to trade the QB, and reacts to Tom Brady’s restructured contract and his possible future with the Miami Dolphins. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
QB coach/guru Jordan Palmer tells Rich how the Transfer Portal is turning College Football recruiting into “the wild, wild west,” how Cincinnati Bearcats QB Desmond Ridder compares to Dak Prescott when he was coming out of Mississippi State, how Josh Allen proved his doubters wrong and erased all the negative pre-draft criticism of his skill set, and what improvement we can expect out of Bengals QB Joe Burrow in his 3rd season in the NFL. Rich and Brockman marvel at the high level of play in the NFL and NBA and wonder which league is more top-heavy with future Hall of Famers. In his weekly ‘What’s More Likely’ segment Rich says if the Nuggets or Raptors are more likely to avoid a sweep in their 1st Round NBA Playoff series, if the Bucks vs Bulls or the Suns vs Pelicans series will go 7 games, if the Celts win their next two on the road or of the Hawks win two straight at home, if the Jazz or Timberwolves are more likely to win their series after being down 2-1 in their series, if DK Metcalf, Deebo Samuel or AJ Brown will be traded before the NFL Draft next week, and if a team trades up to draft a QB in the top 6 or we have another draft day stunner like Aaron Rodgers last year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich recaps the night in the NBA Playoffs and says why the Golden State Warriors are playing at a championship level again, and weighs in on the latest developments in the Kyler Murray saga with Cardinals GM Steve Keim saying there’s ZERO chance they’ll trade the disgruntled QB. Texas A&M Head Football Coach Jimbo Fisher tells Rich which Aggie players should be taken near the top of next week’s NFL Draft, says why the introduction of NIL is creating an uneven playing field in college football recruiting, and makes the case for expanding the College Football Playoff from 4 teams to 16 teams. Rich reacts to NFL.com’s Tom Pelissero’s article where anonymous NFL coaches, scouts and executives give their no-holds-barred take on this year’s NFL Draft QB class. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Athletic/Stadium NBA Insider Shams Charania tells Rich why he was shocked by Villanova Head Coach Jay Wright’s retirement and if the 2-time national champion would consider the Lakers’ vacant head coach job, that L.A.’s top priority right now is finding a quality coach to replace the fired Frank Vogel, why the 76ers’ Ben Simmons is making his long-awaited season debut in Game 4 vs the Celtics and not in Game 3, how long the Suns will be without start SG Devin Booker, and why if the New Orleans Pelicans are being smart or way too cautious with Zion Williamson’s return to the hardwood. Rich vents his frustration at the Pelicans for not putting Zion out on the court for the playoffs, reacts to the “shocking” retirement of Jay Wright and debates if the Villanova head coach would be wise to take the Lakers job. Rich and the guys do a tongue-in-cheek break down on what some of the all-time classic baseball movies like Field of Dreams, Major League, The Natural, and the Sandlot would look like if you applied modern MLB analytics to the storylines. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich comments on the latest in the Deebo Samuel-49ers drama and breaks down the top three reasons the All-Pro WR has asked the Niners for a trade. ESPN NFL Reporter Jeff Darlington tells Rich that he doesn’t see Deebo Samuel budging from his issues with the 49ers, if the Niners would actually consider trading him and why the Ravens would be an ideal fit for the multi-talented WR, weighs in on Tom Brady’s retirement-unretirement, if TB12 played a role in Bruce Arians’ retirement and how much longer he could play in Tampa. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Rich Eisen Show's Chris Brockman, TJ Jefferson, and Adam Chudwin break down the latest from the NBA. 00:00- Suns/ Pelicans series 06:00- Western Conference playoff matchups 17:00- Eastern Conference playoff matchups Follow the guys here: Twitter- @chrisbrockman, @toojiggy, @achudwin Instagram- @brockshady, @tjjefferson, @achudwin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich reacts to Deebo Samuel asking the 49ers for a trade and weighs in on which NFL teams might be most interested in acquiring the disgruntled Niners WR, and reacts to Browns Head Coach Kevin Stefanski’s latest comments on Baker Mayfield. Actor Stephen Root joins Rich in-studio to preview the new season of HBO’s ‘Barry,’ plays a round of ‘Celebrity True or False’ where he reveals he still has that famous red stapler from ‘Office Space,’ why he was edited out of Arnold Schwarzenegger’s ‘Kindergarten Cop,’ says if actor Rip Torn or some of the extras on ‘Dodgeball: a True Underdog Story’ were tougher, reveals how Andy Dick got the cast of ‘NewsRadio’ banned from the SAG Awards and more. Rich reacts to Deebo Samuel liking a tweet from a Cowboys fan who photoshopped the WR in a Dallas uniform saying Big D would be the LAST place the Niners would trade him. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Notre Dame Head Football Coach Marcus Freeman tells Rich why some NFL team will be happy when they draft Fighting Irish S Kyle Hamilton, reveals a hilarious story about recruiting Cincinnati Bearcats CB “Sauce” Gardner, and more. HBO’s Bryant Gumbel and Rich discuss the 300th episode of his ‘Real Sports with Bryant Gumbel’ show, some of the more notable correspondents on the award-winning series, what he jots down on that notepad of his, which story the show covered that had a life-changing impact on the subject, laments that NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell won’t sit down for an interview, and recollects on his role in the creation of those groundbreaking of Sunday NFL pre-game shows in the 1970’s. Rich explains why the Jets or Ravens would be an ideal fit for Deebo Samuel should the 49ers grant his wish to be traded, and NFL Network Reporter Tom Pelissero calls back in to shed some light on Deebo’s trade request saying the 49ers WR doesn’t want to run the ball as much as he has been in the Niners’ offense of late. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich weighs in on the latest news about Deebo Samuel’s contract beef with the 49ers and says the Niners would be foolish to move on from the disgruntled-but-talented game-changing WR. NFL Network Reporter Tom Pelissero tells Rich the chances Kyler Murray will hold out if he doesn’t get a new contract and the chances the Cardinals would opt for the “nuclear option” and trade the QB, why Murray is pushing this timeline for a new deal, what Baker Mayfield’s options are with the draft fast approaching, the sticking points between Deebo Samuel and the 49ers, how many QBs we’ll see drafted in the first round of the NFL Draft among a class featuring Malik Willis, Kenny Pickett, Matt Corral and others, and who we could see selected #1 overall. Rich reacts to the breaking news that Deebo Samuel has demanded a trade from the 49ers and says why his New York Jets should offer the Niners their #10 overall pick in the NFL Draft for the disgruntled WR. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Falcon Head Coach Arthur Smith and Rich discuss if Atlanta’s addition of Marcus Mariota means they won’t be drafting a QB with the 8th overall pick in the NFL Draft, recounts how the Matt Ryan trade to the Colts and the Falcons’ failed pursuit of Deshaun Watson went down, reveals why he’s a fan of the NFL’s new Overtime rules, and ignites a fiery debate by agreeing with Rich’s long-standing beef against the End Zone Fumble Rule. Rich reacts to the new that controversial long-time MLB umpire “Country” Joe West is launching his own podcast, and rails against the growing trend of MLB teams using 4 outfielders at times during games. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich breaks down the difference between the leverage quarterbacks have over teams versus wide receivers in the wake of Titans WR A.J. Brown scrubbing Tennessee from his social media which has become a go-to tactic for disgruntled NFL players of late. Vikings Head Coach Kevin O’Connell tells Rich how he’s getting ready for the NFL Draft in his first gig as an NFL head coach, what it was like to get a phone call from Bill Belichick back on his draft day in 2008 and what he learned from Tom Brady as his backup with the Patriots, why he has complete faith in Kirk Cousins as the Vikes’ starting QB, how he’s alike and different from his previous boss Rams HC Sean McVay and his reflections on Matthew Stafford’s Super Bowl-winning touchdown drive against the Cincinnati Bengals. Rich reacts to O’Connell’s comments on Cousins and wonders if the new Vikes’ HC can turn his new QB’s playoff fortunes around. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich recaps the night in the NBA Playoffs and touts HIS Golden State Warriors taking a 2-0 series lead on the Denver Nuggets. Perennial All-Pro LB Bobby Wagner joins Rich in-studio and reveals that he was surprised the Seahawks decided to part ways with him after a storied career and what his parting message is to fans in Seattle, says why he represents himself as an agent and how NFL GM’s react to that, reveals if he came close to signing with the Dallas Cowboys before joining Aaron Donald and the Los Angeles Rams, reveals how Hall of Famer Ray Lewis and 4-time NFL MVP Aaron Rodgers inspired him to be a better player, and reveals why he’s perfectly fine changing his iconic number 54 to 45 in L.A.. Cowboys fan TJ Jefferson reacts to Dallas missing out on Wagner and laments that none of his favorite teams follow him on social media. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich and the guys discuss the logistics of the NFL Draft in Las Vegas which leads to a Del Tufo story about boats, captains hats, and much laughter and ribbing. In his ‘Overreaction Monday’ segment Rich says if the winner of the Celtics-Nets series will go to the NBA Finals, if Kyrie Irving is the biggest villain in sports right now, weighs in on the Timberwolves’ Anthony Edwars, the 76ers’ Tyrese Maxey and more. Caesars Sports Book’s Trey Wingo tells Rich why this is the most unpredictable NFL Draft in ages, and how the departure of Tyreek Hill to the Miami Dolphins will impact Patrick Mahomes, the Chiefs offense and the AFC West arms race. Rich’s better half Suzy Shuster stops by the studio and gives Brockman some much-needed parental advice, and the guys react to Bill Belichick’s 70th birthday cake. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich recaps the Boston Celtics thrilling last-second win over the Brooklyn Nets and weighs in on Kyrie Irving flipping the bird to Celts fans. Minnesota Timberwolves Head Coach Chris Finch and Rich discuss Minnesota’s “bunker mentality” and how much they’re relying on the multi-talented Karl-Anthony Towns, and the infectious energy Anthony Edwards brings to the T-Wolves locker room. Rich reacts to Jordan Poole stepping up for the Warriors in Steph Curry’s absence, breaks down the Jacksonville Jaguars’ and Detroit Lions’ options with the #1 and #2 picks in the NFL Draft, and the guys react to Russell Wilson’s new $25 Million Denver mansion that features a whopping 12 bathrooms. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
3-time NBA champion with the Chicago Bulls BJ Armstrong joins Rich in-studio to discuss how Kyrie Irving flipping off Celtics fans could help the Nets in their playoff run by fostering an “us vs them” mentality that brings his team together, says how the improvement by Jayson Tatum could result in a deep playoff run by Boston, how/if the Lakers can fix their current mess of a roster and build a championship team around LeBron James and Anthony Davis, if L.A. can find a take for Russell Westbrook’s $45 Million contract next season, if the Lakers will have a hard time finding a quality coach to step into their current quagmire, and reveals why he just can’t watch HBO’s ‘Winning Time’ drama about the Showtime-era Lakers. Rich and the guys react to the announcement of the next The Match golf event featuring Tim Brady, and Aaron Rodgers vs Josh Allen and Patrick Mahomes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Angela Kinsey, co-host of the popular Office Ladies podcast and cast member of The Office, stops by for a midday hang with Suzy Shuster. The ladies, fresh off of a hike through the valley, sit down and discuss life and the path Angela took to get cast as Angela Martin in the popular NBC series. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Tampa Bay Rays infectiously-upbeat OF Brett Phillips tells Rich why he approaches each MLB games with the same joy he had when he was a little leaguer, and recounts the uplifting story of hitting a home run this season for a young cancer patient. Rich and the guys react to legendary ESPN Basketball Analyst Dick Vitale announcing he’s cancer-free. In his ‘What’s More Likely’ segment Rich weighs in on the NBA’s Play-In tournament games, if we’ll see a 50-point NBA game or a 3-HR MLB game, if we’ll see a QB drafted in the top 5 or not until the 20th overall pick, if Kyler Murray is likely to get a new deal or get traded before the draft, and if Sammy Watkins (Packers) or Stephon Gilmore (Colts) will have a bigger impact on their new team. Rich engages TJ and Brockman in the latest round of ‘Residual Rich’ where they try to guess the latest checks for Rich’s appearance on CSI: Miami. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
NC State All-American OT Ikem Ekwonu tells Rich how he’s preparing for the upcoming NFL Draft, reveals how his musical theatre background could help him out when it’s time for the rookie talent show in training camp this summer, and drops some hints about his draft night wardrobe that will be inspired by his Nigerian heritage. Bestselling author and baseball historian Kostya Kennedy and Rich discuss his new Jackie Robinson biography ‘True: The Four Seasons of Jackie Robinson,’ reflects on Robinson’s lasting legacy on baseball, sports and the cultural landscape, and reacts to Clayton Kershaw being pulled from his perfect game bid and the proliferation of analytics in baseball. In his weekly ‘Big-Ass Grab Bag’ TJ lists the top 5 TV shows he wishes he could wipe from his memory so he could watch them from the beginning again. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ole Miss Head Coach Lane Kiffin stumps for Rebels QB Matt Corral to be the top QB chosen in the upcoming NFL Draft and says why NIL is a good thing for student-athletes but if unregulated it’s like the NFL if there was no salary cap. Rich reacts to the latest developments in the Kyler Murray-Arizona Cardinals saga and wonders which QB-needy would consider trading for the disgruntled quarterback. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Pro Football Hall of Famer/NFL Network Analyst Kurt Warner tells Rich why the Carolina Panthers should pull the trigger on drafting Pitt QB Kenny Pickett at #6 in the upcoming NFL Draft, why he prefers UNC’s Sam Howell over Ole Miss’ Matt Corral and Cincinnati’s Desmond Ridder, why Davante Adams to the Raiders was the NFL offseason move that will pay the biggest dividends next fall, and if he would rather select a QB in the draft or trade for Baker Mayfield if he were an NFL GM. Rich weighs in on Urban Meyer’s podcast appearance where he addressed a recent story that claimed he didn’t know who All-Pro DT Aaron Donald was prior to the Jaguars playing the Rams. Rich reacts to Steph Curry telling Draymond Green he’ll be ready to go for the Warriors playoff opener and reacts to the Packers signing WR Sammy Watkins by guaranteeing Green Bay will FINALLY use a first round pick in the NFL Draft to select a wideout for Aaron Rodgers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich and the guys have some fun with Dodgers ace Clayton Kershaw being removed from his perfect game and wonder what how the Kevin Costner movie ‘For Love of the Game’ would be if today’s emphasis on analytics were transposed into the script. CBS Sports/NFL Network Analyst Charles Davis tells Rich who he predicts the Jacksonville Jaguars will select at #1 overall in the NFL Draft, why Oregon DE Kayvon Thibodeaux is more likely to be a star than a bust in the NFL, how the New York Jets should use their two top-10 picks in the draft, why Malik Willis should be the first QB of the board and how the draft will impact Baker Mayfield’s staring options for next season. Brockman uses the Kershaw perfect game controversy to let everyone know he’s still mad about the way ‘Game of Thrones’ ended. Rich lists his top five teams that need to draft a game-changing wide receiver in the NFL Draft. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich reacts to Clayton Kershaw being taken out of the game after 7 perfect innings and says why Dodgers Manager Dave Roberts should have left the future Hall of Famer in the game to try to make history. NFL Insider Ian Rapoport, a die-hard Mets fan, tells Rich why Johan Santana’s cautionary tell is why the Dodgers were smart to remove Clayton Kershaw from his perfect game bid, why Malik Willis is likely to be the first QB taken in the NFL Draft over Pitt’s Kenny Pickett, why Browns QB Baker Mayfield is more likely to be on the move before rather than after the NFL Draft, how good Derek Carr and the Raiders can be next season, why Tyrann Mathieu still remains unsigned, and if he believes Tom Brady played a role in Bruce Arians decision to retire. Rich and the guys discuss the “what ifs” if those Tom Brady to the Miami Dolphins rumors had come to fruition, how Baker Mayfield’s dog was the true star of the QB’s appearance in the podcast where he ripped the Browns, and discuss he young is too young to let your daughter listen to Katy Perry’s song “Last Friday Night.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Rich Eisen Show's Chris Brockman, TJ Jefferson, and Adam Chudwin break down the latest from the NBA. 00:00- Clippers/ Timberwolves play-in game 03:15- Rich Eisen joins the show to gloat about winning the Rich Eisen Show fantasy basketball league and discusses the upcoming NBA playoffs 33:35- HBO's Winning Time episode 6 Follow the guys here: Twitter- @chrisbrockman, @toojiggy, @achudwin Instagram- @brockshady, @tjjefferson, @achudwin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Comedian Gabriel Iglesias joins Rich in-studio and recounts how he went from doing stand-up in garages two decades ago to doing sold-out shows at Dodger Stadium these days, reveals the lengths fans will go to engage him in conversation in public restrooms, dishes the dirt from the set of ‘Magic Mike XXL’ and reveals why he owns more than 30 Volkswagen vans. Rich and the guys react to Baker Mayfield’s latest comments on his treatment by the Cleveland Browns and explains how the Seattle Seahawks’ and Carolina Panthers’ draft plans could impact his immediate NFL future. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Former NBA point guard Muggsy Bogues tells Rich the inspiration for this new autobiography chronicling how he was able to have a long professional career despite standing just 5’3”. Alabama Head Football Coach Nick Saban tells Rich if Heisman Trophy winner Bryce Young can improve this season and why he doesn’t care for questions about whether or not this will be the QB’s final year in Tuscaloosa, what makes Crimson Tide WR Jamison Williams and OT Evan Neal top NFL Draft prospects, and why the growth of NIL deals for athletes is a good and bad thing for college sports. Rich reacts to Derek Carr’s big contract extension with the Raiders and explains why he predicts Las Vegas will win the very competitive AFC West next season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich reacts to what many say was the Minnesota Timberwolves’ overreaction to winning their play-in game over the Los Angeles Clippers, and says whey he’s hyped for the Nets vs Celtics 1st-round playoff series. FOX Sports NFL Analyst Michael tells Rich that pressure to win is a real thing that comes from all angles in the NFL and why it sometimes takes the fun out of the game, recaps his workout with Colin Kaepernick yesterday and says why the former Super Bowl quarterback “looks like he’s ready to play” in the NFL again, and comments on Lamar Jackson’s puzzling inability to agree to a long-term contract extension with the Baltimore Ravens. Rich weighs in on Jackson’s strategy with the Ravens and lays out how the former MVP QB delaying a long-term deal only hamstrings Baltimore’s ability to build a roster around him. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Athletic’s Lakers Insider Bill Oram tells Rich why L.A.’s high hopes devolved into “an abject failure,” if the strained relationship between ousted coach Frank Vogel and Russell Westbrook was the root cause for the guard’s poor play this season, and why the Lakers could have a hard time finding a quality head coach giving the way they treated Vogel and other coaches in the past, and why he predicts Westbrook won’t be on the roster next season. Actor Solomon Hughes tells Rich how he landed the role of Kareem Abdul-Jabbar on HBO’s ‘Winning Time’ and why he got into acting despite having a PhD, says why his 13 games with the Harlem Globetrotters were the most grueling stretch of basketball he’s ever gone through, and reveals what it’s like to channel Kareem’s mannerisms and his iconic Sky Hook. Rich and the guys react to Jacksonville Jaguars RB Travis Etienne giving use the early leader-in-the-clubhouse for Soundbite of the Year honors. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
New LSU Head Football Coach Brian Kelly tells Rich why an NFL team would be wise to draft Notre Dame safety Kyle Hamilton early in the NFL Draft, what the major differences in recruiting now that he’s in the SEC, how NIL deals are transforming the college football landscape, an reveals if it was difficult to leave South Bend for Baton Rouge. Baseball fan Dr. Sheridan Mish, who became a national sensation when he was shown on ESPN wearing a Mets cap and a Red Sox jersey at the same time during a game at Fenway Park, calls in to explain why he did that and what the reaction in the stadium was and how he’s handling his new-found fame. Rich congratulates Major League Baseball for its new rules changes but laments that there’s still one big rule that needs to be dealt with. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich recaps the end of the Lakers tumultuous season that saw Head Coach Frank Vogel ousted, and wonders if L.A.’s next head coach can pump some life into Russell Westbrook’s declining game. Rich breaks down the competitive landscape in the AFC and lists his top 5 teams in the conference, and explains why the Ravens have too many questions to crack his list. Rich and the guys preview the slate of NBA play-in games. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Georgia Bulldogs running back James Cook and Rich discuss his preparations for the upcoming NFL draft and more. Rich lists his top five matchups he’s looking forward to in the NBA Playoffs including the Bucks vs Bulls, Mavs vs Jazz, Nuggets vs Warriors, 76ers vs Raptors, and the Celtics vs the Nets. Rich gloats over wining the show’s fantasy basketball league, and the guys react to LeBron James’ end-of-season press conference and debate his culpability in the Lakers gigantic failure of a season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The MMQB’s Albert Breer and Rich discuss the tragic death of Steelers QB Dwayne Haskins and why those who knew him well are devastated by his passing, what the landscape looks like for Browns QB Baker Mayfield and 49ers QB Jimmy Garoppolo with limited starting options left around the NFL, and how much longer Bill Belichick, who turns 70 this week, will continue coaching the New England Patriots. Rich reflects on Belichick turning 70 and speculates how the famously reticent coach will eventually announce his retirement. In his ‘Overreaction Monday’ segment Rich weighs in on Scottie Scheffler’s chances to win another major this year, which NBA playoff matchups are most enticing, if Luca Doncic’s injury will sink the Mavericks’ playoff hopes, what happens if the Jets pass on Sauce Gardner with the #4 pick in the NFL Draft, and if it’s too soon to give up on the Dodgers after losing their season-opening series against the Rockies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich reacts to Scottie Scheffler’s meteoric rise in golf this year that culminated Sunday with his first major win at The Masters, and reflects on the tragic death of Steelers quarterback Dwayne Haskins at the age of 24. ESPN’s Scott Van Pelt tells Rich why Scottie Scheffler, not Tiger Woods, was the Masters’ story of the weekend after capturing the green jacket at Augusta National, recaps that magical moment on Sunday when Rory McIlroy and Collin Morikawa had back-to-back chip-ins from the bunker on the 18th hole, why Tiger should be commended for his return to competition despite finishing by shooting consecutive rounds of 78, and reveals what it’s really like inside ANGC’s storied Butler Cabin. Rich and the guys debate if the Lakers will be able to land a big name coach to replace the fired Frank Vogel, and Rich reveals some great inside information he learned with hosting a ‘Curb Your Enthusiasm” panel last night with big news about the show’s future and which Oscar-winning actor turned down a cameo role in the HBO comedy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Legendary broadcaster Lesley Visser joins Suzy Shuster for an in depth discussion about her career, being a trailblazer and how the sports world links people together. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nebraska Center & NFL Draft prospect Cam Jurgens tells Rich how he landed the nickname “Beef” and how he parlayed that into his own brand of beef jerky, “Beef Jurgy,” why he loves to play with a nasty streak and why he couldn’t care less if his opponents hate it, and reveals what happened when he got into a handshake grip contest with Tennessee Titans Head Coach Mike Vrabel. Pro Football Talk’s Mike Florio tells Rich how the 49ers can pay WR Deebo Samuel and DE Nick Bosa if they part ways with Jimmy Garoppolo and the $25M he’s owed for next season, why not to expect any movement on the Baker Mayfield front until after the NFL Draft, and reveals just how close Tom Brady actually came to joining the Miami Dolphins as a player and owner, why that could still happen for the 2023 season, and if a rift between TB12 and Bruce Arians lead to the head coach’s surprising retirement. Yankees fan Rich laments Aaron Judge and the team’s inability to agree too a long-term deal following the slugger turning down a $230M offer. TJ recaps his 5 favorite moments from the WWE’s Wrestlemania 38. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ravens Head Coach John Harbaugh tells Rich where Baltimore is with their long-term contract extension with former NFL MVP quarterback Lamar Jackson, and bashes the NFL’s new Overtime rules asking “what have you really solved?” Rich and the guys discuss Lamar Jackson’s contract status and debate if the Ravens can win a Super Bowl in the foreseeable future given the ultra-competition AFC landscape. Rich marvels at Tiger Woods’ return to competition at The Masters and the grueling physical toll it must be taking on his legs just a year removed from a career-threatening car accident. In his weekly ‘What’s More Likely’ segment Rich says if Tiger is more likely to miss the cut or finish in the top 5 of The Masters, if we’ll see a no-hitter before a 3-HR game in MLB, if Deebo is more likely to hold out or if DK Metcalf will be traded, and if we’ll see another LeBron title with the Lakers before we see Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving win a ring with the Brooklyn Nets. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich reacts to 49ers WR Deebo Samuel scrubbing the Niners from his Instagram page and says why San Francisco’s do-it-all star deserves to be paid. Emmy-nominated actor Giancarlo Esposito joins Rich in-studio to discuss the return of ‘Better Call Saul’ for the acclaimed drama’s final season, reveals his deep love of baseball and the Yankees goes back to his days as a Little League catcher, reads some baseball promos in his Gust Fring ‘BCS’ and his Moff Gideon ‘The Mandalorian’ characters, reveals what he demanded from ‘Mandalorian’ show runner Jon Favreau to take the role, and teases his upcoming AMC drama ‘The Driver.’ Rich lists his top 5 moments form the week in sports including Stefon Diggs big new contract, MLB’s first walk-off home run of the year, the Kansas Jayhawks’ national title, and Tiger Woods’ return to the Masters among others. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Titans Head Coach Mike Vrabel tells Rich why it’s fun coaching Tennessee’s bulldozer of a running back Derrick Henry, says WR AJ Brown will be a Titan for as long as he’s coaching the team, and discusses his approach to the NFL’s new Overtime rules. Former NBA shooting guard Rex Chapman joins the show in-studio to discuss his new CNN+ interview show and how he want from media pariah to rising media star after his trouble off-field life, why he’s proud of how the Phoenix Suns have changed their culture from perennial losers to potential champions, and how different LeBron James and Michael Jordan are as players and people, and if giving away a Rolls Royce to the winner would breath some life into the NBA’s moribund Slam Dunk Contest. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich and Brockman react to Sam Darnold staking his claim as the Carolina Panthers starting QB and ripping critics who rip his play, and debate if Rob Gronkowski should retire or run it back for one more season with Tom Brady. Stanford Head Football Coach David Shaw and reveals to Rich that Cardinal alum Tiger Woods once let him try on one of his Masters green jackets, says why Pitt’s Kenny Pickett is the most ready-to-play QB in the NFL draft and if the Panthers should select him with the 6th overall pick, why Christian McCaffrey is poised for a huge comeback season in 2022, breaks down the top wide receivers that will come off the board in the 1st round, and tells Rich which players (Sauce Gardner? Kyle Hamilton?) would be a great fit for the Jets with the 4th overall pick. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich comments on Tiger Woods’ remarkable return to the Masters a year removed from a career-threatening leg injury. Jomboy calls in to preview the 2022 MLB season with Rich and says why he’s picking the Dodgers to go wire-to-wire and reach the World Series, why the AL East will be a tight races between the Rays, Yankees, Blue Jays and Red Sox, why he has concerns about his beloved New York Yankees, how MLB is tightening down checking on pitchers using foreign substances and sign stealing, discusses his epic breakdown of Will Smith’s Oscars slap of Chris Rock, and reacts to umpires being forced to explain the results of replay reviews. Rich reacts to the outrageous recommendation that you should set your thermostat to 82 degrees when going to bed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Rich Eisen Show's Chris Brockman, TJ Jefferson, and Adam Chudwin break down the latest from the NBA 00:00- Lakers eliminated from playoffs 07:40- Suns/Bucks being disrespected 13:00- Western Conference outlook 22:00-All-NBA First Team picks 28:30- HBO's Winning Time episode 5 Follow the guys here: Twitter- @chrisbrockman, @toojiggy, @achudwin Instagram- @brockshady, @tjjefferson, @achudwin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Cincinnati Head Football Coach Luke Fickell tells Rich why Bearcats’ QB Desmond Ridder is mature beyond his years, reveals how Cincy CB Sauce Gardner turned him into a true believer after initially doubting the CB could play for Cincy, and also reveals that he was wrong in trying to convert WR Alec Pierce to linebacker as a freshman, and how often he reaches out to Bearcats alum Travis Kelce to support the program. Rich and the guys debate some food hot takes including Rich’s love for bread ends/heels and Brockman and TJ’s dislike of sushi. Rich attempts a FaceTime call with his fellow Sports Emmy host nominees Scott Van Pelt, Ernie Johnson, Mike Tirico and Rece Davis. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich reacts to the breaking news that the show has been nominated for a Sports Emmy award for Outstanding Daily Studio Show along with an Outstanding Studio Host nomination. Rich reacts to LeBron James and the Lakers’ shocking elimination from playoff contention and says why all the Laker haters will actually be sorry to see him out of the postseason. Liberty Head Football Coach Hugh Freeze tells Rich why Flames’ quarterback Malik Willis is the best QB in this year’s NFL Draft, explains why Willis’ character is on par with his athletic ability, and reveals which NFL teams are showing the most interests in drafting the Liberty QB. Rich and the guys debate the question: If you could only watch the Super Bowl or The Masters which would you choose? Rich wraps up the hour reacting to some proposed trade scenarios in which the Jets would deal the #4 overall pick in the NFL Draft and give up their chance to draft coveted Cincinnati CB Sauce Gardner. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
CBS Sports’ Jim Nantz and Rich recaps his calling of the Kansas Jayhawks’ thrilling win over the North Carolina Tar Heels in college basketball’s national championship game, says how the sport will miss the retiring Mike Krzyzewski and why UNC’s Hubert Davis can be the next great coaching legend, and reveals that even he was blindsided by Tiger Woods deciding to play in The Masters this year. New York Post Columnist and Author Ian O’Connor tells Rich how Mike Krzyzewski will be handling retirement after 46 years of coaching and if there’s a possibility Coach K could change his mind, and says why you shouldn’t doubt Tiger Woods when he says he can win this year’s Masters tournament. TJ brags about winning the show’s NCAA March Madness bracket challenge calling Rich’s kids “chumps” in the process, and Rich reveals that he’s done ZERO training for his upcoming RunRichRun 40-yard dash. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ole Miss QB Matt Corral tells Rich which teams are showing interest in drafting him this season and reveals he thought his NFL dreams had been dashed when he suffered a leg injury in his final college game, how rock star Bret Michaels became a close friend and has been one of his biggest supporters for years, and how Eli Manning gave him the best advice about handling the pre-draft process. Former NFL team executive Joe Banner tells Rich why the “overly aggressive” Saints paid too much to the Eagles to acquire an additional 1st round pick in this year’s NFL Draft, why the Eagles end of the deal represents a hedge against Jalen Hurts and what skepticism the team has about their incumbent QB, says how Deshaun Watson’s record-setting contract will future deals for the likes of Joe Burrow and Justin Herbert, and why Russell Wilson will have the biggest impact on his new team, the Broncos, of all the big-name players who changed teams this offseason. Rich comment son Watson’s guaranteed deal and explains why many NFL GM’s were not happy with the record-setting deal. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich recaps the epic national championship game between North Carolina and Kansas that saw the Jayhawks overcome a 15-point halftime deficit to topple the Tar Heels, then reacts to the news that Tiger Woods will tee it up at The Masters this week just a year removed from a career-threatening leg injury. ESPN College Basketball Analyst Jay Bilas tells Rich what was the deciding factor in the Jayhawks title game win over the Tar Heels, how he, a Duke alum, reacted to having the Blue Devils’ arch-rival North Carolina send his former head coach Mike Krzyzewski into retirement with a loss and if Coach K would ever pull a Tom Brady and change his mind and return for one more season, what UNC’s deep run means for Head Coach Hubert Davis in his first season in Chapel Hill and the future of the Tar Heels program, and which players from this year’s NCAA Tournament, like Gonzaga’s Chet Holmgren, will go high in the NBA Draft. Rich weighs in on the curious trade between the Saints and Eagles who swapped a number of draft picks for New Orleans to acquire an extra 1st round selection in this year’s NFL Draft. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In his ‘Overreaction Monday’ segment Rich says if there will forever be a stain on the end of Coach K’s career by losing to UNC in the Final Four, if Tiger Woods can contend if he plays at The Masters, if we’ll actually see no QBs taken in the 1st Round of the upcoming NFL Draft, if we’ll see Colin Kaepernick on an NFL roster this season plus a message to his fellow Michigan alums who were up in arms that Jim Harbaugh gave his former QB a workout at halftime of the Wolverines’ spring game. Basketball Hall of Famer Julius Erving aka Dr. J tells Rich why he was not disappointed in the Duke-UNC Final Four matchup, why he left his native New York City to attend college at UMass, reveals who gave him his iconic “Dr. J” nickname, says where LeBron James ranks among basketball’s all-time GOATs, and explains why the Denver Nuggets Nikola Jokic is more deserving of NBA MVP honors than the 76ers Joel Embiid. Rich weighs in on Embiid’s MVP credentials and says whether or not this has been the most disappointing Lakers season ever. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
NFL Films Analyst Greg Cosell tells Rich which players he likes most in the upcoming NFL Draft, why Oregon DE Kayvon Thibodeaux is good but not special, reveals which edge rusher should be selected #1 overall ahead of Michigan DE Aidan Hutchinson, says why Pitt’s Kenny Pickett is the best QB in this year’s draft class, says which WR in the draft is most reminiscent of 49ers multi-threat weapon Deebo Samuel, and says which off-season acquisition will have the biggest impact on his new team: Tyreek Hill on the Dolphins, Russell Wilson on the Broncos, Matt Ryan on the Colts, or Davante Adams on the Raiders? Rich reacts to Cincinnati CB Sauce Gardner tweeting “I’m the best player in the NFL Draft” and says why his New York Jets would be wise to select the confident corner with their 4th overall pick. Rich and Brockman salivate over the possibility of Tiger Woods playing in this year’s Masters tournament just a year after a devastating leg injury. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich recaps the epic Final Four showdown between ACC arch-rivals North Carolina taking out Duke to end Mike Krzyzewski’s storied career. Basketball Hall of Famer and ESPN/Westwood One analyst Bill Walton tells Rich in no uncertain terms how excited he was for Duke-UNC and breaks down what the difference maker was for the Tar Heels against the Blue Devils, previews how the Kansas Jayhawk can stop the rolling North Carolina momentum, and (as a UCLA alum) weighs in on the John Wooden-Coach K comparisons. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
NFL Hall of Famer and 3-time Super Bowl Champion, Michael Irvin joins Suzy to take a deep dive into his upbringing, caring for his father and becoming one of the best Wide Receivers in football history. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
President & CMO Adam Golomb of the famed Pittsburgh eatery Primanti Bros. and Rich create a new chicken parmesan-based sandwich to add to their menu. NFL Network analyst Bucky Brooks tells Rich why it’s possible the New York Jets can land star DBs Sauce Gardner and Kyle Hamilton with the 4th and 10th picks in this year’s NFL Draft, why Oregon’s Kayvon Thibodeaux and Georgia’s Kayvon Walker will go very high in the draft, breaks down the top WRs on the his draft board, explains why he has ZERO quarterbacks going in the 1st round, why Cincinnati’s Desmond Ridder could emerge as the best QB from this year’s draft class when it’s all said and done, and why he and the rest of Tar Heels Nation will be “insufferable” if North Carolina ends Mike Krzyzeski’s coaching career with a win over arch-rival Duke in the Final Four. Rich and the guys preview Duke-UNC and wonder if this isn’t the biggest rivalry game in the history of American sports. TJ previews Wrestlemania 38 by listing the top 5 matches he’s looking forward to most. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Brockman and TJ try to convince Rich to bumrush the stage at the upcoming NFL Draft to steal the podium from Roger Goodell to announce his New York Jets first round selection, then debate if Giannis Antetokounmpo has raced to the top of the NBA MVP mountain over Joel Embiid and Nikola Jokic. Rich comments on the ongoing whispers that Tom Brady played a role in Bruce Arians stepping down as the Buccaneers’ Head Coach when his chance to solidify his spot in the Hall of Fame was still within reach. In his ‘What’s More Likely’ segment Rich weighs in on Coach K’s chances against Duke’s arch-rival North Carolina in the Final Four, if the Lakers or Pelicans will be in the playoffs, if Von Miller with the Bills or Bobby Wagner with the Rams will play in the Super Bowl next year, and if the NFL’s new Overtime rule is here to stay. Rich wraps up the hour paying off an embarrassing debt to actor Pablo Schreiber for mistakenly referring to Halo’s Master Chief as “Master Chef.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich weighs in on the Los Angeles Rams landing coveted free agent LB Bobby Wagner and spells out what the perennial All-Pro brings to the defending Super Bowl champions on the field and in the locker room. University of Pittsburgh Head Football Coach Pat Narduzzi tells Rich why Panthers QB Kenny Pickett is THE best quarterback in the 2022 NFL Draft and that teams should have zero concerns about his hand size, reveals what he told Pickett on the sideline after his famed fake-slide play that led to an NCAA rule change, and says why his star QB could be staying put in Pittsburgh if the Steelers select him in this month’s draft. Rich lists his top five sports stories of the week including Bobby Wagner going to the Rams, Giannis Antetokounmpo passing Kareem Abdul-Jabbar as the Milwaukee Bucks’ all-time leading scorer, and more. Rich and Mets fan TJ Jefferson react to the latest arm woes for New York ace Jacob deGrom, and Rich gloats over MLB FINALLY making umpires explain the calls in-stadium to fans after those lengthy replay reviews. Rich and the guys react to Julian Edelman’s April Fools joke that definitely fooled one Hall of Fame QB (ahem, Kurt Warner) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich lists the top five craziest moments from an absolutely crazy month on the NFL that saw dozens of wild trades, signings, moves, suspensions, rule changes and more. Buccaneers GM Jason Licht and Rich breakdown the timelines for Tom Brady returning from his brief retirement and Bruce Arians decision to retire from coaching, and if there was a rift between Brady and Arians that led to the coach stepping down. Rich reacts to the puzzling comments Antonio Brown made to TMZ saying he’ll only get ankle surgery if an NFL team signs him. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
WWE Superstar Becky Lynch and Rich talk Wrestlemania 38 and her rematch against Bianca Belair, how she’s adapting to motherhood and more. Actor Josh Lucas stops by the studio to discuss his new Spectrum+ series ‘Long Slow Exhale,’ reveals why his 9-year-old son might be the most knowledgeable Seattle Seahawks fan on the planet, and talks ‘Sweet Home Alabama,’ ‘Glory Road,’ and ‘Ford v. Ferarri’ in a round of Celebrity True or False. Rich and the guys react to Bruce Arians’ press conference announcing that he’s stepping down as the Tampa Bay Buccaneers head coach and moving into a front office role. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich reacts to the surprising new that Buccaneers HC Bruce Arians is retiring from coaching and addresses the rumor that Tom Brady forced Arians to leave the sidelines for a front office job with the Bucs. Los Angeles Times NFL Columnist Sam Farmer and Rich discuss Arians stepping aside and what role, if any, Brady played in his retirement from coaching, shares some of his favorite stories about the irascible Arians, recaps a wild month in the NFL that saw star players changing teams at an unprecedented rate, and comments on Rams winning the Super Bowl at home after L.A. went without an NFL team for two decades. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Rich Eisen Show's Chris Brockman, TJ Jefferson, and Adam Chudwin break down the latest from the NBA 00:00- Bucks/76ers 07:00- Eastern Conference outlook 15:00- Lakers and Western Conference outlook 27:00- MVP rundown 31:00- HBO's Winning Time episode 4 review/ Rich chimes in Follow the guys here: Twitter- @chrisbrockman, @toojiggy, @achudwin Instagram- @brockshady, @tjjefferson, @achudwin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Three-time Pro Bowler Malcom Jenkins calls in on the day he announces his retirement and tells Rich why he’s calling it a career after 13 stellar seasons as an NFL safety and revisits his top career moments including two Super Bowl wins and a 99-yard pick six of Tom Brady, tells Rich why the NFL is in dire need of “cultural change” when it comes to hiring minority coaches, and why he’s poised for a robust life after football. Former Pro Bowl QB Alex Smith tells Rich if he’s happy being retired or if he could be tempted to make a comeback a la Tom Brady, how the Chiefs will have to adjust their offense after the departure of Tyreek Hill to the Miami Dolphins, why Carson Wentz is facing a daunting task of blocking out the distractions with the Washington Commanders given the turmoil surrounding the team’s ownership and front office, and his reaction to Tiger Woods potentially playing The Masters this year given they suffered a similar devastating leg injuries. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich and the guys react to Colts Owner Jim Irsay’s scathing comments about jettisoned QB Carson Wentz and react to county music star (and die-hard Tar Heels fan) Eric Church cancelling a concert so he can watch Saturday’s Final Four showdown between North Carolina and Duke. Baseball Hall of Famer Randy Johnson tells Rich how he’s been bitten by the photography bug in his post MLB years, reveals the one bit of advice he got from Nolan Ryan that changed the path of his career from can’t-find-the-strike zone minor leaguer to Cooperstown-bound 5-time Cy Young Award winner, laments that today’s baseball managers are too quick to use analytics and pull starting pitchers from games too early, reveals what happened when he faced former Mariners teammate Ken Griffey Jr. after he left Seattle, says why he made darn sure the makers of MLB the Show got his famed mullet just right in the latest version of the video game, and hilariously reveals that he’s not losing any sleep over that time one of his fastballs famously disintegrated an unfortunate bird that inadvertently flew in its path. Rich and the guys drool over the notion of Tiger Woods not only playing in this year’s Masters but also contending after reports leaked out that he played a full round of 18 holes at Augusta National this week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich reacts to the Lakers’ season that is quickly circling the drain with L.A. falling out of the playoff picture with yet another late-season loss, and comments on the latest in Lamar Jackson’s contract negotiations with the Baltimore Ravens where the former MVP quarterback doesn’t seem to be in a big rush to get paid unlike many of his fellow NFL QB’s. North Carolina Head Football Coach Mack Brown tells Rich what it’s been like on the UNC campus this week with the hoops team heading to another Final Four, why NFL teams shouldn’t overlook Tar Heels QB Sam Howell in the upcoming NFL Draft, makes the case for more guidelines and regulations surrounding NIL and the Transfer Portal, and reveals if he was surprised USC didn’t have Heisman Trophy winner Reggie Bush on the field during that pivotal 4th down play in the 2006 Rose Bowl National Championship Game. Rich and the guys react to Brown’s take on NIL and debate if the coach’s opinions are antiquated or a common-sense approach to help protects student-athletes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich reacts to the New Orleans Saints signing Andy Dalton to backup Jameis Winston while Taysom Hill finds his new role as QB3 with a dash of TE thrown into the mix, and debate if the proposed new stadium for the Buffalo Bills should have a roof in it or not. ESPN SportsCenter Host Scott Van Pelt and Rich discuss how the late Stuart Scott, a devoted UNC alum, would have reacted to the epic North Carolina vs Duke Final Four showdown in the first-ever NCAA Tournament matchup between the two longtime arch-rivals, and if it’s possible we’ll see Tiger Woods tee it up at the Masters this year. Rich reacts to the NFL admitting they missed a number of taunting penalties last season including the blatant “peace sign/V” then-Chiefs WR Tyreek Hill threw at the Buffalo Bills in their playoff matchup. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Lions DT Michael Brockers joins Rich in-studio to discuss the NFL’s new Overtime rules and if he’s thumbs up or thumbs down on giving both teams one possession in OT playoff games, reveals why Lions players love playing for head coach Dan Campbell, why he’s looking forward to being on HBO’s ‘Hard Knocks,’ how good Detroit can be next season, and what he’s doing to position himself for a career in the media when his NFL career is over. NFL Network Reporter Tom Pelissero tells Rich why the new NFL Overtime rules only apply to playoff games and what some of the unintended consequences of the new rule could be, why the NFL resembles the Wild West where every player seems to be available to every team (including Tom Brady to the Dolphins??), and what’s likely to unfold in the Baker Mayfield situation with the Browns. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich takes stock of the NFL QB carousel situation where the Panthers and Seahawks appear to be the only NFC teams unsettled at quarterback and breaks down the options for 49ers QB Jimmy Garoppolo who’s currently on the trade block. Villanova PG Collin Gillespie tells Rich how this year’s Final Four team compares to the Wildcats’ 2018 National Championship squad, how head coach Jay Wright prepares his players not only for success on the hardwood but for success in life also, how ‘Nova will handle the loss of Justin Moore when they face Kansas on Saturday, reveals how he reacted when he found out CBS had his dad mic’d up for two recent games, and if Wright should go back to wearing suits on the sideline during games. Rich reacts to the NFL Changing its Overtime rules to allow both teams to have a possession in OT but only for playoff games. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
CBS Sports/Nets Announcer Ian Eagle and Rich break down the first-ever NCAA Tournament meeting between arch rivals Duke Blue Devils and the North Carolina Tar Heels, what it was like to call the play-by-play on each one of Saint Peter’s improbable NCAA Tournament run that saw the 15-seeded Peacocks advance to the Elite 8 of the Big Dance, and when/if we’ll see Ben Simmons take the floor and play in an actual NBA game this season. In his ‘Overreaction Monday’ segment Rich says if Mike Krzyzewski will surpass John Wooden as college basketball’s GOAT coach if he retires winning an national championship this season, if Will Smith’s slap of Chris Rock will overshadow his Best Actor Oscar and every other accomplishment in his career, how much Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs’ offense will miss Tyreek Hill next season, and what we can expect from the high-energy Detroit Lions on the upcoming season of HBO’s ‘Hard Knocks.’ Legendary sportscaster Van Earl Wright lobs in a surprise call to weigh in on Mike Del Tufo’s purported prowess on the audio mixing board going back to their days at Fox Sports. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Pro Football Talk’s Mike Florio tells Rich why the Cleveland Browns were willing to overlook Deshaun Watson’s possible off-field transgressions when trading for him and signing him to a record contract, that it’s entirely possible Watson will be put on paid leave for the entire 2022 season while the NFL investigates the civil claims against him, and if it’s possible Colin Kaepernick gets another shot to play in the NFL again. Rich comments on Deshaun Watson’s record contract and how it will impact future deals for the likes of Justin Herbert, Joe Burrow, Kyler Murray and others. Rich and TJ comment on Will Smith slapping Chris Rock during the Academy Awards and what it means for the Oscars, Smith and Rock moving forward, and ponders if the Seahawks could be in the market for Jimmy Garoppolo if the 49ers decide to cut him or would be better off pursuing Baker Mayfield or bringing in Colin Kaepernick. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich breaks down this year’s Final Four field that includes some of college basketball’s top blue blood programs, Duke, North Carolina, Kansas and Villanova. Rich runs through the proposed NFL Overtime rules changes at the Owners Meetings and says how he’d like to see OT adjusted (if at all). NBC Sports’ NFL Insider Peter King tells Rich if the NFL is likely to change the Overtime rules to ensure both teams get at least one possession in OT, if some possible unintended consequences of changing the OT rules outweigh the fairness if giving both teams a chance to score, reveals that many people around the league object to the Cleveland Browns handing $230M guaranteed to Deshaun Watson given the pending sexual misconduct lawsuits hanging over his head and how that contract impacts future QB deals, and what the immediate future bodes for Baker Mayfield’s outlook as an NFL starting quarterback. Rich reacts to the stunning moment at the Academy Awards where Will Smith slapped Oscars presenter Chris Rock after the comedian joked about his wife’s (Jada Pinkett Smith) hair. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Steelers QB Mason Rudolph stops by the studio to discuss with Rich his chances to win Pittsburgh’s starting QB job after Ben Roethlisberger’s retirement and the signing of Mitchell Trubisky, offers up some wardrobe “aesthetics” advice on Rich’s wardrobe and Instagram feed, and weighs in on Mike Gundy’s mullet, the best Pittsburgh eats, and more in a game of ‘Start-Bench-Cut.’ Rich reacts to Deshaun Watson’s comments in his introductory press conference in Cleveland and says the Browns and their new QB should get used to the scrutiny and plenty more questions given the unsettled state of his legal issues. TJ lists the “Top 5 Reunions I Want to See” in his weekly ‘Big-Ass Grab Bag’ including the Fugees, Charles Barkley and Michael Jordan, Jerry Jones and the Lombardi Trophy and more! Rich wraps up the hour pleading with the Jets to find the secret “Sauce” to combat the Mami Dolphins bringing Tyreek Hill to the AFC East. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Pro Football Hall of Famer and Jackson State Head Coach Deion Sanders tells Rich why he was peeved that a handful of NFL teams blew off the school’s pro day this year and reveals his plan to make smaller schools more prominent in the eyes of NFL scouts, reveals the extent of his health problems that plagued him throughout this past college football season, and has some advice for Rich’s 40-yard dash for this year’s RunRichRun: START TRAINING YESTERDAY! Jaguars WR Christian Kirk tells Rich why he left the Arizona Cardinals to sign with Trevor Lawrence and the Jacksonville Jaguars, calls reports critical of Kyler Murray’s lack of leadership skills “nonsense,” and offers up some advice for Rich on how to improve the “aesthetics” of his social media platforms. Rich and Brockman discuss Deshaun Watson’s opening press conference. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich recaps night one of the NCAA Tournament’s Sweet 16 round that saw #1 seeds Arizona and Gonzaga bounced from the Big Dance, and has a message for all the Duke haters out there rooting against Coach K. ESPN/Westwood One Basketball Analyst PJ Carlesimo tells Rich how Kelvin Sampson’s Houston Cougars were able to oust #1 seeded Arizona in the NCAA Tournament’s Sweet 16 and how the Cougars match up with their next opponent Villanova, previews the Elite 8 matchup between Duke and Arkansas, reflects on Coach K’s storied career and shares some great stories about coaching the Olympic Dream Team with him, and says why Saint Peter’s Peacocks Head Coach Shaheen Holloway has a bright coaching future that could have him on the move in short time. Rich lists his top five moments from a MOMENTOUS week in sports, and reacts to Kyler Murray finally explaining why he went public with his beef with the Arizona Cardinals on social media. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich reacts to Colin Kaepernick working out with Seahawks wide receivers and says it’s time Seattle or another NFL team gives the former Super Bowl QB another shot in the league. The guys react to the crazy scene on the Miami Heat sideline where head coach Erik Spoelstra and Jimmy Butler nearly came to blows during a game. Actor Pablo Schreiber joins Rich in-studio to discuss the premier of the much-anticipated ‘Halo’ series on Paramount+ based on the popular X-Box game, reacts to his favorite team (the New York Jets) missing out on trading for WR Tyreek Hill, reflects in his roles in the groundbreaking dramas ‘The Wire’ and ‘Orange Is the New Black,’ and reveals an amazing story about fellow Carnegie Melon alum Joe Manganiello and the lengths he went to nail a scene in one of their college plays. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich and Brockman offer up some sage advice for a caller who’s soon to be a first-time father. Academy Award-nominated actor James Caan and Rich discuss the 50th anniversary of the release of ‘The Godfather’ and reveals that director Francis Ford Coppola initially wanted him to play the role of Michael Corelone which eventually went to Al Pacino, also reveals that he surprisingly looked to insult comedian Don Rickles for the inspiration behind Sonny Corleone’s acerbic demeanor, says why he was thrilled to co-star alongside acting legend Marlon Brando, and reveals the real physical danger he was in while shooting the film’s memorable tollbooth scene. Rich and the guys debate who their favorite characters are from ‘The Godfather’ and say why Harrison Ford might be the most beat-up actor of all-time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich takes stock of the Dolphins trading for WR Tyreek Hill and what his addition means for Miami’s offense under new head coach Mike McDaniel and why he would leave a contending team like the Chiefs in the first place. Rich reacts to New York City lifting its vaccine mandate for home athletes and explains what that means for Kyrie Irving and the Brooklyn Nets’ playoff outlook. NFL Network Analyst Daniel Jeremiah tells Rich how he reacted when he heard former Jaguars head coach Urban Meyer say “scouts are lazy,’ why the Chiefs would part ways with Tyreek Hill and what the All-Pro WR’s impact will be on the Dolphins offense, why the Colts still have glaring roster holes despite adding QB Matt Ryan, where Baker Mayfield could land if the Browns find a trade partner, what the addition of Davante Adams means to the Raiders, the subtraction of Tyreek Hill from the Chiefs means for the AFC West landscape, and breaks down his latest mock draft they features just one QB (Kenny Pickett) in the first round with the Packers selecting not one but TWO wideouts to replace Parker in Green Bay. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Rich Eisen Show's Chris Brockman, TJ Jefferson, and Adam Chudwin break down the latest from the NBA. 00:23- Trae Young torching the Knicks 04:30- Zion Williamson's amazing dunk video/ Should Zion come back this season? 16:39- LeBron becomes #2 on all-time scoring list/ How long can he maintain this level of play? 27:25- HBO's Winning Time episode #3
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Former South Carolina Men’s Basketball Head Coach Frank Martin tells Rich why there’s not much difference these days in the talent level between an NCAA Tournament 12-seed and a 5-seed team, why Arizona and Gonzaga have two special players that could put them over the top, what legacy Coach K will leave on college basketball when his career wraps up after this season, and if he, recently let go by South Carolina, is looking to stay in coaching or will pursue a career on TV. Rich shares a story about helping his son (if you can call it “help”) with his math homework which leads to a debate with Brockman about how hard you should try at difficult things in life. Jets fan Rich explains why he’s actually glad his team missed out on landing Tyreek Hill via trade with the Chiefs and went to their AFC East rival Miami Dolphins instead, and debates Brockman on whether or not the trade signals the beginning of the end of KC’s dynasty. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich reacts to multiple reports that the Chiefs are looking to trade WR Tyreek Hill after his contract talks with Kansas City have hit a snag and says what the impact could be for the All-Pro wideout, KC’s offense, and the team that could land him. Rich breaks down the changing landscape in the AFC South with Matt Ryan’s arrival in Indianapolis and reacts to fresh reports of Urban Meyer’s ineptitude during his brief tenure at the helm of the Jacksonville Jaguars, Rich and the guys react live to the breaking news that Hill was indeed traded to the Miami Dolphins and explains why Miami is going all-in on Tua Tagovailoa and new head coach Mike McDaniel, and ponder if the crazy slew of offseason moves, trades and signings have the NFL supplanting the NCAA as the definition of March Madness this year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
TJ touches off a heated debate about elevator etiquette and when it’s appropriate push the ‘Close Doors’ or ‘Open Doors’ buttons. Rich explains why the Steelers would be wise to draft Liberty QB Malik Willis in the upcoming NFL Draft, and says why new Los Angeles Rams WR Allen Robinson is poised for a huge season with Matthew Stafford throwing him the ball. Comedian-Actor Adam Ray joins Rich in-studio and reveals the bizarre interaction he had with Baseball Hall of Famer Randy Johnson the time he asked to take a picture with the then-Seattle Mariners pitcher, sings a goodbye song for the departed Russell Wilson and laments the final nail in the coffin of the Seahawks’ Legion of Boom era, and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Houston Basketball Head Coach Kelvin Sampson tells Rich what prompted him to take off his shirt after the Cougars’ 2nd Round NCAA Tournament win, how his team has overcome the loss of two of their top players, and what challenges await them in #1 seeded Arizona in the Sweet 16. Writer-Director-Producer Judd Apatow joins Rich in-studio to reveal how the NBA bubble inspired his new Netflix movie ‘The Bubble,’ why being a lifelong Mets fan has been a stressful endeavor, the inspiration for his new book ‘Sicker in the Head,’ and in a round of ‘Celebrity True or False’ reveals why he dropped out of college and became Adam Sandler’s roommate, how the late Garry Shandling played such a huge role in his career, shares a hilarious story about Rip Torn from the set of ‘The Larry Sanders Show,’ reveals why he cast LeBron James on the Amy Schumer comedy ‘Trainwreck,’ and reveals the painful truth behind Steve Carell’s hilarious chest waxing scene from ‘The 40-Year-Old Version.’ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich comments on the Indianapolis Colts landing yet another big name quarterback in Matt Ryan (following Philip Rivers and Carson Wentz) and says why Indy could be a legit contender to reach the Super Bowl, and breaks down the limited options for Baker Mayfield who might have to wait out the NFL Draft to see which teams might be interested in trading for the Browns now-backup QB in the wake of the Texans trading Deshaun Watson to Cleveland. Basketball Hall of Famer Chris Webber tells Rich what it was like to celebrate with their Michigan Wolverines in the locker room following their Big Dance 2nd Round win over Tennessee to send their alma mater to the Sweet 16, says why Juwan Howard’s suspension for instigating a post-game brawl vs Wisconsin is not indicative of his true character, says why LeBron James knows the clock is ticking on the Lakers’ ability to turn around their season, and gloats over his prediction before the NFL season that Matthew Stafford would lead the Rams to a Super Bowl win. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich reacts to Matt Ryan being traded from the Atlanta Falcons to the Indianapolis Colts and how that impacts the AFC playoff picture and the current state of the NFL QB Carousel that could result in Baker Mayfield being left without a starting QB job next season. CBS Sports’ College Basketball Insider Jon Rothstein tells Rich why Saint Peter’s’ importable March Madness Sweet 16 run is one of the most memorable stories in the history of the NCAA Tournament, comments on the “embarrassing” showing by referees in the NCAA Tournament so far, and why Purdue could be the Cinderella team to crash the Big Dance’s Final Four. Rich reacts to Jameis Winston re-signing with the New Orleans Saints, and explains why the Bengals are making all the right moves this offseason to keep Joe Burrow healthy next season for another run at the Super Bowl. In his ‘Overreaction Monday’ segment Rich says if we’ll see a Cinderella team like Saint Peter’s in the Final Four, if the Browns will win the AFC North in ’22 with Deshaun Watson, if the Rams should be considered the NFL’s top Super Bowl contender, and if the addition of Trevor Story gives the Rex Sox the best infield in the baseball. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
NFL Network Reporter Tom Pelissero tells Rich how the Browns were able to change Deshaun Watson’s mind about playing in Cleveland and why many team executives around the NFL are not happy about his fully guaranteed $230M contract, how Watson and the Browns will handle the multiple allegations against him, where Baker Mayfield could land if Cleveland finds a trade partner for the former #1 overall draft pick, and breaks down who could be under center next season for the Atlanta Falcons, New Orleans Saints, and Carolina Panthers. Rich examines the shrinking options available to Baker Mayfield and lays out a scenario where he could wind up the odd man out on the NFL’s QB carousel this offseason, and explains why the Rams got a bargain with their Matthew Stafford extension. Rich and the guys lament the inconsistent officiating in this years NCAA Tournament, and react live to the news that the Atlanta Falcons have traded QB Matt Ryan to the Indianapolis Colts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich reacts to the surprising trade of Deshaun Watson to the Cleveland Browns and admits he’s surprised the deal went down before the embattled QB publicly addressed the many allegations against him, and breaks down what his addition means for the AFC landscape from a football standpoint and how his guaranteed $230M deal will impact future QB free agent deals. (timestamp). Rich and the guys debate if the Colts would be better off pursuing Baker Mayfield or Matt Ryan to be their QB in 2022, break down the wide open NCAA Tournament that features a number of surprising underdogs advancing, and Rich takes the opportunity to gloat over his Michigan Wolverines advancing to the Sweet 16 while most of their Big Ten rivals are heading home for the offseason. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode of Just Getting Started, Suzy sits down with her longtime friend and former colleague, Stephen A. Smith. In this conversation they go deep into Stephen A's humble beginnings and how he hustled and fought his way into the journalism business. You also get to see the softer side of Stephen A and really find out what makes him tick. All that and a lot more in this episode of Just Getting Started. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich comments on Deshaun Watson’s looming decision between the Saints and Falcons and how his decision will impact the HEATED rivalry between Atlanta and New Orleans, and ponders what Falcons’ incumbent QB Matt Ryan must be thinking about his NFL future. Rich weighs in on what the addition of Davante Adams means for Derek Carr’s legitimacy as one of the NFL’s top quarterbacks, and the guys debate which QB/Receiver combo is the NFL’s best. In his weekly ‘Big-Ass Grab Bag’ TJ Jefferson reveals his all-time top five NCAA Tournament moments. Rich opens his latest residual check and Del Tufo revisits his past as a grocery store stocker wher he was fond of sampling from the fresh fruit section. The guys wrap up the hour with ‘What’s More Likely’ where Rich weighs in on if we’ll see another 50-point NBA game or another huge NCAA Tournament upset, if Aaron Rodgers or Derek Carr will throw more TD passes, if Matt Ryan will be quarterbacking an NFC or AFC team in the playoffs next season, and if we’re likely to see Deshaun Watson on a new team before Monday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The MMQB’s Albert Breer tells Rich why Baker Mayfield and the Cleveland Browns soured on each other and if there’s any chance they can mend their fractured relationship, reveals what could be the deciding factors in determining if Deshaun Watson winds up on the Atlanta Falcons or the New Orleans Saints, and why Davante Adams spurned the Packers’ big contract offer and if there’s any chance Green Bay could replace him by trading for Seahawks WR D.K. Metcalf. Saint Peter’s Men’s Basketball Head Coach Shaheen Holloway tells Rich what the past few hours have been like for him and his team after the 15th-seeded Peacocks’ stunning upset of the 2nd-seeded Kentucky Wildcats in the NCAA Tournament, and what it was like outplaying Kobe Bryant in the 1996 McDonald’s High School All-America Game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich reacts to the shocking trade of All-Pro WR Davante Adams from the Packers to the Las Vegas Raiders and what that means for highly competitive AFC West and Aaron Rodgers remaining time in Green Bay. Recently retired All-Pro OT Andrew Whitworth joins the show in-studio to discuss his decision to retire after a storied NFL career that was capped by a Rams Super Bowl win over the Bengals, tells Rich why he’s more likely to end up in an NFL front office than coaching on an NFL sideline, reveals how Von Miller challenged Aaron Donald to become a more vocal leader, and why he expects Matthew Stafford to come out balling next season now that he has a Super Bowl title on his resumé. Rich weighs in on the Browns’ handling their pursuit of Deshaun Watson and says if Baker Mayfield has any leverage to force a trade from Cleveland. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich comments on the fractured Baker Mayfield-Cleveland Browns relationship and says why teams like the Seahawks and Carolina Panthers would be smart to snap up the embattled QB. Las Vegas Raiders All-Pro DE Maxx Crosby tells Rich how elated he was to find out the team had signed Chandler Jones to be his edge-rushing bookend, how things will be different for the Raiders under new Head Coach Josh McDaniels, and what it meant to sign his long-term contract extension on the 2-year anniversary of his sobriety. Longtime fan of the show and DIE-HARD Cleveland sports fan Grandma Gloria Glassman calls in to rail on the Browns’ treatment of Baker Mayfield. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
ESPN’s Todd McShay tells Rich who’s likely to go #1 overall in the NFL Draft and which impact players are likely to go within the first ten picks, why Oregon’s Kayvon Thibodeaux could drop despite having the talent to be the first player chosen, why Liberty QB Malik Willis could become a top 15 quarterback in the NFL if drafted by the right team, and why the Cleveland Browns are unlikely to move forward with Baker Mayfield as their starting QB after their very public flirtation with Deshaun Watson. Basketball Hall of Famer Paul Pierce tells Rich why the Celtics big 3 (him, Ray Allen and Kevin Garnett) were finally able to end their long-standing beef, if the Warriors should be upset about Steph Curry being injured on a questionable dive by the Celtics Marcus Smart, and says why he’s picking the Celtics to reach the NBA Finals this season. Rich, Brockman, TJ and Del Tufo reveal their picks to reach the NCAA Tournament’s Final Four and compare how their predictions stack up to Rich’s kids’ March Madness brackets. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich recaps the foot injury to Steph Curry that will have the Warriors All-Star out indefinitely, comments on the latest in the Deshaun Watson sweepstakes including how the Browns walk it back with Baker Mayfield after being eliminated from the field of potential trade prospects, and reacts to the Dodgers signing of Freddie Freeman. Los Angeles Dodgers Manager Dave Roberts tells Rich how he reacted to L.A.’s signing of All-Star 1B Freddie Freeman, his thoughts on MLB adopting the Universal DH, the team’s World Series expectations, Clayton Kershaw’s re-signing and Trevor Bauer’s status, and if he’ll be sad to see The Shift possibly go away next season when new MLB rules are put in place. Rich and Brockman debate who are the 5 best quarterbacks in the AFC following Russell Wilson joining the Denver Broncos. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Rich Eisen Show's Chris Brockman, TJ Jefferson, and Adam Chudwin break down the latest from the NBA. 01:27- Kyrie Irving scoring 60 points in a game/ Nets surging 14:19- Championship contenders/ championship race is wide open 20:33- Kevin Garnett number retirement ceremony/ 2008 Celtics 35:39- HBO's Winning Time episode 2 Follow the guys here: Twitter- @chrisbrockman, @toojiggy, @achudwin Instagram- @brockshady, @tjjefferson, @achudwin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich recaps the latest in the Baker Mayfield-Deshaun Watson latest surrounding the Cleveland Browns, and breaks down the two NFL Overtime rule change proposals. WWE legend “Stone Cold” Steve Austin joins Rich in-studio to discuss his brand new “Broken Skull” beer, the origins of “Austin 3:16” Day, Wrestlemania 38, and talks Vince McMahon and more in a round of ‘Start-Bench-Cut.’ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Pro Football Hall of Famer Ray Lewis joins Rich in-studio to discuss being a contestant on CBS’ new reality show ‘Beyond the Edge’ alongside the likes of super model Paulina Porizkova, Mike Singletary and others and reveals “it was the hardest thing I’ve ever done,” says if he ever came close to leaving Ravens as a free agent, reacts to Tom Brady unretiring and shares some great stories about facing The GOAT during his playing days, reveals how Peyton Manning drove him to become more of a student of the game, and weighs in on Lamar Jackson’s future in Baltimore and if he’s passed the torch of leadership to the MVP-winning QB. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich reacts to Baker Mayfield’s heartfelt message to Cleveland fans amid the Browns meeting with Deshaun Watson about a potential trade. Pro Football Talk’s Mike Florio and Rich discuss the possibility of Deshaun Watson to the Browns and Baker Mayfield’s future, why NFL teams are willing to overlook Watson’s legal woes to bring the embattled QB on board, why Randy Gregory reneged on his Cowboys contract and signed with the Broncos instead and what Dallas’ roster plans going forward are including a possible pursuit of Von Miller, the latest on the Kyler Murray-Arizona Cardinals situation, and just how committed the San Francisco 49ers are to 2nd-year quarterback Trey Lance. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
TJ recaps his night at the Lakers game where he shared a suite with Rihanna. Music icon Bret Michaels joins the show in-studio to discuss his ‘Life Rocks’ charity foundation’s outreach initiatives, says why he (a lifelong Steelers fan) thinks Mitchell Trubisky will be “tremendous” as Pittsburgh’s staring QB but says the team would also be smart to select Ole Miss QB Matt Corral (a family friend) in the NFL Draft, reveals how he knew Poison had made it big after starting out playing small venues, says why being the Banana on ‘The Masked Singer’ proved to be much more challenging than expected, and takes calls from his fans dialing in from around the country Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Baseball Hall of Famer Nolan Ryan and Rich discuss his storied MLB career that spanned 4 decades and included a record 7 no-hitters, why he objects to the way modern managers coddle starting pitchers and limit their innings in today’s game, revisits his infamous noogie incident with Robin Ventura and reveals what happened the times Willie McCovey and Dave Winfield charged the mound after getting hit by one of his fastballs, and reveals when was the last time he threw off a mound. Rich and the guys react to reports that the 49ers are showing interest in Texans QB Deshaun Watson despite trading a boatload of draft picks to select Trey Lance just a year ago. Rich dusts off his ‘4 Downs’ segment and discusses the amazing QB depth in the AFC West with the Chiefs’ Patrick Mahomes, the Chargers’ Justin Herbert, the Broncos’ Russell Wilson, and the Raiders’ Derek Carr, if Lamar Jackson will follow Kirk Cousins’ lead down the road to NFL riches, what Steelers fans should expect out of Mitchell Trubisky following in Ben Roethlisberger’s retirement, and if we can expect the same greatness out of Tom Brady in his 23rd NFL season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich reacts to the official details coming out about Aaron Rodgers’ new Packers contract and says why the 4-time NFL MVP was smart to bet on himself. NFL Insider Ian Rapoport tells Rich how long Rodgers has committed to the Packers in his new contract and how that deal impacts Davante Adams’ desire for a long-term contract from Green Bay, and if the Atlanta Falcons have a shot at trading for Deshaun Watson or if the Browns can land the embattled Texans QB and move on from Baker Mayfield. Rich ponders what a Deshaun Watson trade to the Browns would mean for the AFC North and wonders if the Steelers will have enough ammo in the form of Mitchell Trubisky to keep up in the arms race against Watson, Joe Burrow and Lamar Jackson. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In his ‘Overreaction Monday’ segment Rich says if Tom Brady and the Bucs are now the favorites to win the NFC, if the Panthers and Saints need to make a splash at QB, if Aaron Rodgers or Dak Prescott is under more pressure to win next season, if the Yankees should end their no-facial-hair policy, and if his Michigan Wolverines can go on a Sweet 16 run in the NCAA Tournament. ‘The Walking Dead’ star and Seahawks super fan Jeffrey Dean Morgan tells Rich why he’s “still steaming” about Seattle jettisoning Russell Wilson and Bobby Wagner and worries about Pete Carroll’s ability to get the team back to the top of the NFC West, and discusses the emotions of filming the final episode of TWD and looking forward to its spinoff ‘The Isle of the Dead.’ The guys re-heat their debate which NFL QB is under the most pressure next season: Tom Brady, Dak Prescott, Aaron Rodgers or Russell Wilson. Rich weighs in on the Vikings extending the contract of Kirk Cousins who’s earned over $230M in his career despite a mediocre record as a starting QB in Washington and Minnesota. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich and the guys react to the Steelers singing free agent QB Mitchell Trubisky and offers up some advice for Pittsburgh fans in the wake of Ben Roethlisberger’s retirement, and explains why the Bengals luring offensive lineman Alex Cappa away from the Buccaneers is the first step in helping to keep Joe Burrow upright and healthy for another Super Bowl run. ESPN NFL Front Office Insider Mike Tannenbaum tells Rich how Davante Adams will be leaning on Aaron Rodgers to help him get a long-term contract extension from the Packers instead of playing this season under the Franchise tag, why the Vikings “are signing up for more mediocrity” by extending the contract of Kirk Cousins, why the Steelers should still draft Kenny Pickett even though they just signed Mitchell Trubisky, and lays out how the Jets can improve via free agency and the NFL Draft. Rich comments on the current state of Deshaun Watson’s legal issues, and reacts to his alma mater, Michigan, getting a puzzling 11-seed in the NCAA Tournament instead of being relegated to a play-in game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich reacts to Tom Brady unretiring and ponders why the 7-time Super Bowl champion changed his mind after just a few weeks, and offers some advice for disgruntled Packers WR Davante Adams who’s threatened to sit out the season instead of playing under Green Bay’s Franchise tag. Tampa Bay Times’ Buccaneers Insider Rick Stroud tells Rich how the Brady comeback came about and what the Bucs did right to keep TB12 in the fold after his initial retirement announcement, what Tampa does next to bolster their roster in the wake of Brady’s return, and what the Buccaneers’ 2022 prospects look like now that their running it back. Rich and Brockman break down the Buccaneers’ 2022 schedule and remark how much more enticing the matchups are with Tom Brady at QB for Tampa Bay, and comment on the unlucky person who spent $500,000 at auction on Tom Brady’s last TD pass hours before TB12 announced he was unretiring. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode Suzy sits down with Nick Mohammed who plays Nate "The Great" Shelley on the hit Apple TV series, Ted Lasso. Nick talks about how life has changed since he took on the role of Nate and gives us a glimpse into what it is like behind the scenes. Nick also goes deep about his life before acting, how magic was a defense mechanism against bullies and a lot more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
ESPN Bracketologist Joe Lunardi tells Michigan alum Rich if his Wolverines will make the NCAA Tournament and which other bubble teams are vying for limited spots in the March Madness field and reveals his predictions to land the #1 seeds in the Big Dance. Rich responds to a caller who wonders if Colin Kaepernick could get another shot to land on an NFL roster In his weekly ‘Big-Ass Grab Bag’ segment TJ lists his top 5 moments from the premiere episode of HBO’s 1980’s Lakers series ‘Winning Time.’ Rich says ‘What’s More Likely’ – if the Lakers win this weekend or there’s another big NFL trade, if Deshaun Watson or Jordan Love has a new team sooner, if the Nets or Sixers go further in the playoffs, if Freedie Freeman signs with the Yankees or Braves, and if there are more doors or wheels in the world. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich breaks down the quarterback situation for every single NFL team and says which ones are set at QB and which ones are still wanting, and why there could be more big shakeups coming soon. The Athletic’s baseball writer Jayson Stark tells Rich how MLB owners and players were finally able to reach a new Collective Bargaining Agreement and if the new CBA will force previously stingy teams to spend more on player salaries, what rule changes are coming soon (Universal DH) and which could be coming in the future (banning The Shift), what the new playoffs format will look like, why Robo Umps will one day be a reality in the big leagues, and where free agents Freddie Freeman and Carlos Correa could land. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich recaps Ben Simmons’ first trip back to Philadelphia with the Brooklyn Nets where he was heartily booed by 76ers fans while James Harden struggled mightily for the Sixers against his previous team. Rich comments on the end of the MLB lockout and VERY humbly brags about his role getting baseball owners and players to agree to a new CBA. Former NFL front office executive Joe Banner tells Rich how long Aaron Rodgers’ new contract with the Packers will run, why Russell Wilson might not translate to more wins for the Broncos in the tough AFC West, why the Commanders might come to regret trading for Carson Wentz, if the Eagles could make a move for Deshaun Watson, what the Khalil Mack trade says about the mindset of the Bears and the Chargers, and why Kyler Murray made a mistake by going public with his beef with the Cardinals. Rich lists his top five sports moments of the week, and says why the Chargers landing Mack was “a heckuva move” for their Super Bowl aspirations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Rich Eisen Show's Chris Brockman, TJ Jefferson, and Adam Chudwin break down the latest from the NBA. 00:00- Ben Simmons returns to Philadelphia 11:00- HBO's Winning Time reactions 31:20- Warriors concern/Grizzlies/Nuggets/West landscape Follow the guys here: Twitter-@chrisbrockman, @toojiggy, @achudwin Instagram- @brockshady, @tjjefferson, @achudwin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Former Pro Bowl TE-turned-FOX Sports NFL Analyst Greg Olsen tells Rich why he was surprised but not surprised that the Seahawks traded Russell Wilson to the Denver Broncos, if the Washington Commanders made the right move in trading for Carson Wentz, and what might go through Tom Brady’s mind should the 7-time Super Bowl champion start thinking about a return to the NFL. Actor DeVaughn Nixon joins Rich in-studio to discuss portraying his dad, former NBA point guard Norm Nixon, in HBO’s Lakers’ series ‘Winning Time,’ and why pops already has some issues with the show after just one episode, reveals his first memory of growing up a lifelong Lakers fan and why the current iteration of the team “needs some reconstruction” and if he’d ever consider jumping ship to the Clippers, and reveals what it was like as a child actor working with Will Smith on ‘The Fresh Prince of Bel Air’ and Whitney Houston on ‘The Bodyguard.’ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich implores MLB owners and players to get a new CBA in place soon or risk bringing on the shame of missing the 75th anniversary of Jackie Robinson breaking baseball’s color barrier. The MMQB’s NFL Insider Albert Breer tells Rich why the Colts cut bait on Carson Wentz after just one season in Indianapolis and why the Washington Commanders might still draft a QB in the first round of the NFL Draft, who could be the Colts’ next QB (Derek Carr?) and why the need to “think outside the box” to find their next signal caller, if Aaron Rodgers’ 4-year contract with the Packers will go the full term, why Russell Wilson wanted out of Seattle after so much success with Pete Carroll, and if he thinks Tom Brady will return to the NFL next season despite announce his retirement. Rich, Brockman and Sixers fan TJ discuss Ben Simmons’ return to Philadelphia for the first time since his trade to the Nets and debate if 76ers fans should spend big money for seats behind the Brooklyn bench so they can properly boo him. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich breaks down the Russell Wilson Seahawks-Broncos trade and explains why, despite what some pundits would like you to believe, it’s way too soon to pass judgment on who won the trade. Rich also weighs in on the Colts sending Carson Wentz to the Commanders and runs through the NUMEROUS draft picks teams have given up to draft/acquire the inconsistent QB over the years and if NFL GMs should be wary of giving up too much draft capital to acquire quarterbacks. The MMQB’s Andrew Brandt tells Rich that he’s not convinced Aaron Rodgers and the Packers are committed to one another for more than just next season despite his reportedly agreeing to a 4-year contract, says why Green Bay’s brass is unlikely to give up on heir apparent Jordan Love, and breaks down what the Broncos and Seahawks got out of the Russell Wilson trade. Rich refutes those who believe the Seahawks’ slide and trading away Russell Wilson is due to the death of team owner Paul Allen leaving a leadership vacuum at the top of Seattle’s hierarchy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich and the guys react to the Colts trading Carson Wentz back to the NFC East and wonder if the Commanders took a big enough swing to land their next QB, and debate what the Colts’ next move at quarterback could be (trading for the Falcons’ Matt Ryan??) . ESPN’s Bomani Jones tells Rich his reaction to Russell Wilson’s trade from the Seahawks to the Broncos, why he doesn’t understand why teams like the Commanders keep taking chances on Carson Wentz, if the Packers long-term investment in Aaron Rodgers will pay off with another Super Bowl title, how much of the Lakers’ current struggles fall at the feet of LeBron James and not Russell Westbrook, discusses his new HBO series ‘Game Theory with Bomani Jones, and the anniversary of Biggie Smalls’ death. Rich breaks down just how realistic it is to expect Deshaun Watson will clear his numerous legal hurdles and play in the NFL in 2022. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Former Vikings and Dolphins GM Rick Spielman gives Rich his list of General Manager clichés and reveals the hidden meaning behind them, breaks down the Russell Wilson-to-the-Broncos trade and if other teams are likely to address their QB situations via the NFL Draft or free agency, analyzes the market for free agent LB Bobby Wagner, says why the Packers shouldn’t be too quick to trade backup QB Jordan Love, and offers a fairly tepid quasi-endorsement of Kirk Cousins’ ability to lead the Vikings to a Super Bowl title. Rich and the guys react to the story about parachuting giant spiders invading the east coast (we’re not making that up.) In a special ‘Overreaction Wednesday’ segment Rich says if Russell Wilson will be better off without Pete Carroll, if the AFC West will send 3 teams to the playoffs next season, if Aaron Rodgers needs one more Super Bowl title to cement his legacy, and if Tom Brady will be playing in the NFL next season. Rich and the guys react to the breaking news that the Colts have traded Carson Wentz to the Washington Commanders. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich reacts to the seismic shift in Seattle where the Seahawks traded away Russell Wilson and released future Hall of Fame LB Bobby Wagner marking the end of an era for Pete Carroll and The 12 fanbase, and ponders why Wilson and Carroll couldn’t work things out after their long run of success together. NFL Network Reporter Tom Pelissero tells Rich how the Russell Wilson-Broncos trade went down and why the 9-time Pro Bowl QB wanted out of Seattle, what the root causes were for the disintegration of Wilson’s relationship with head coach Pete Carroll, what the Seahawks’ options at quarterback are including a possible trade for embattled Texans QB Deshaun Watson, and what the Broncos’ 2022 outlook is now that Wilson is in the fold and if he can lure other star players to join him in Denver. Rich ponders what the future holds for two Utah State alums in the wake of Aaron Rodgers’ contract extension and Russell Wilson’s trade to the Broncos: Packers backup QB Jordan Love and former Seahawks LB Bobby Wagner. Brockman takes issue with Russell Wilson’s 6-word goodbye tweet to Seattle Seahawks fans. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Minnesota Timberwolves Head Coach Chris Finch tells Rich what it was like inheriting a team with so much young talent in the likes of Karl-Anthony Towns and Anthony Edwards and if the T-Wolves (currently sitting in the #7 slot in the Western Conference playoff standings) are talking NBA Title or not. Rich remarks on Russell Wilson’s trade to the Broncos and if that could mean a ratings bonanza for the NFL in a possible Rams’ season-opening game vs Denver on Thursday Night Football to kickoff the 2022 season. Actor Joe Manganiello and Rich discuss his new podcast ‘Sydney Crosby: The Rookie Year’ which details the start of the career of the Pittsburgh Penguins future hall of famer, why he (a die-hard Steelers fan) actually would prefer to see Pittsburgh get their next QB through the NFL Draft instead of trading for Russell Wilson like the Broncos did, says what kind of reaction he gets when people see all 6’5” of him walking around carrying his tiny Chihuahua ‘Bubbles’ all the time, and if he’d welcome Rich into a game of celebrity Dungeons and Dragons with the likes of Vince Vaughn, ‘Game of Thrones’ show runners D.B. Weiss and David Benioff. Rich wraps up the saying what Aaron Rodgers new Packers contract means for the Packers future of free agent WR Davante Adams. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
NFL Network Analyst Daniel Jeremiah tells Rich how he sees the top two picks in the NFL Draft playing out for the Jaguars and Lions, why Oregon DE Kayvon Thibodeaux did himself no favors by bowing out of NFL Combine drills after telling teams he planned to fully participate, if teams like the Steelers are more likely to address their QB issues through the draft or via free agency, and why Kyler Murray will be staying put with the Arizona Cardinals no matter how disgruntled he gets with the team. Rich recaps the University of Georgia’s defensive players at the NFL Combine showing team unity which leads to a heated debate on how long it’s appropriate to wait around for your friends at the airport. Rich and the guys react to the breaking news that the Seahawks are trading Russell Wilson to the Denver Broncos and what it means for Denver and Seattle’s 2022 outlooks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich reacts to Aaron Rodgers’ new, record-setting contract from the Packers to end a year of drama and speculation between the 4-time NFL MVP and Green Bay’s front office. Pro Football Talk’s Mike Florio tells Rich how Rodgers used his leverage on the Packers to extract that huge new contract, why Rodgers’ re-signing means the Broncos could turn their attention to Seahawks QB Russell Wilson and if Kyler Murray could be on the move from the Cardinals, why he was surprised at the harshness of Falcons WR Calvin Ridley’s suspension for gambling on the NFL, and why he’s 99.9% certain Tom Brady will be the 49ers QB in 2022. Rich, Brockman and TJ debate if the Dallas Cowboys or Green Bay Packers are more likely to win a Super Bowl in the next five years. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich says why top NFL Draft prospect Oregon DE Kayvon Thibodeaux didn’t do himself any favors by pulling out of the drills portion of the NFL Combine, and weighs in on NFL scouts taking issue with the league allowing fans inside the stadium in Indianapolis Cincinnati Bearcats QB Desmond Ridder tells Rich how his NFL Combine experience went, why he’s supremely confident he can lead whichever team that drafts him to a Super Bowl title, and what Cincy CB “Sauce” Gardner did to earn his nickname in the Bearcats locker room. Rich and the guys debate who’s now the presumptive #1 overall pick in the NFL Draft coming out of the Combine, and in his weekly ‘Overreaction Monday’ segment Rich weighs in on LeBron’s 56-point night in the Lakers win over the Warriors and it that could turn around L.A.’s season, if Zion Williamson would be smart to sit out the rest of the season, if the Celtics are the most dangerous team in the Eastern Conference, if Aaron Rodgers next contract will reach $50 Million annually, and if MLB should outlaw the Shift in the new Collective Bargaining Agreement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich weighs in on the NFL QB carousel and some possible landing spots for Carson Wentz if he and the Indianapolis Colts part ways, and says why he’s predicting Mitchell Trubisky will be one of the hottest commodities on the free agent market next week. NFL Insider Ian Rapoport tells Rich the latest on the Aaron Rodgers-Packers decision timeline and how it will impact Davante Adams’ free agency, how the Kyler Murray-Arizona Cardinals drama could play out, why this year’s crop of NFL Draft QBs won’t impact the demand for free agent quarterbacks, what the Steelers could do to replace Ben Roethlisberger, why there’s still a chance Tom Brady could play in 2022, and the latest on Carson Wentz’s cloudy Colts future and Deshaun Watson’s even cloudier NFL future. Rich comes up with a “TB12 Heat Check” system to measure the chances Brady will reverse his retirement decision and actually play next season, and the guys play the ‘Price Is Right’ guessing game on how much a ‘Football on a Stick’ actually costs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich weighs in the looming “should I stay or should I go” decision facing Aaron Rodgers which will start the dominos falling in the NFL QB carousel, and reveals what behind-the-scenes whispering he heard at the NFL Combine about Packers heir-apparent QB Jordan Love. Rich breaks down what he witnessed at the NFL Combine saying he came away impressed by the depth of talent and VERY impressed by the showing of every Georgia Bulldog in Indianapolis. Rich recaps Mike Krzyzewski’s finale at Cameron Indoor Stadium and says North Carolina’s win over Coach K and Duke in that game could go down as one of the greatest rivalry wins of all time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We kickoff Season 3 of Just Getting Started with Suzy Shuster sitting down with one of her good friends and one funny guy, The Roast Master General himself, Jeff Ross. Jeff opens up about his friendship with fellow comedian Bob Saget and how hard it has been to process his death. Suzy and Jeff go deep into his origin story and take a long walk down memory lane. You'll also hear Jeff describe what comedy life was like after 9/11 and how he helped get the Friar's Club Roasts back on track after the horrible events of 2001. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich calls in from the NFL Combine where he tells guest host Ryan Leaf why he was blown away by the depth and speed of the wide receivers in Indianapolis, if he was disappointed in the discrepancy between the unofficial and official 40-yard dash times, why the NFL put the kybosh on playing music during the Combine drills after scouts complained, and why he’s not shocked by reports that the Dallas Cowboys are likely to release WR Amari Cooper. In his weekly ‘Big-Ass Grab Bag’ TJ reveals his Top 5 1980’s High School Teen Movies including ’16 Candles,’ ‘Weird Science,’ ‘Vision Quest,’ and others. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In our weekly ‘What’s More Likely’ segment, guest host Ryan Leaf says if the Lakers are more likely to miss the playoff entirely or win a playoff series, if the Cowboys or Amari Cooper will reach a Super Bowl first if Dallas parts ways with the WR, and if Lamar Jackson or Kyler Murray will ink a long-term deal first. Pro Football Focus analyst and 11-year NFL veteran QB Bruce Gradkowski tells Ryan why he came away less-than-impressed by Malik Willis’ NFL Combine showing, why Pitt QB Kenny Pickett impressed in Indianapolis in the wake of his small hands measurement earlier in the day, which other Combine QB’s disappointed and which rose to the occasion, and why Lamar Jackson deserves a long-term contract extension from the Ravens but Kyler Murray still has much to prove with the Cardinals, and says how a player’s Combine 40 time could re-shape their NFL prospects and give a fringe player a shot to make a roster much like he did as a rookie with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Guest host Ryan Leaf and Brockman voice their displeasure with the wide discrepancy between unofficial 40-yard dash times and the official 40 times at the NFL Combine and break down the uneven performance of the quarterbacks like Pitt’s Kenny Pickett and Liberty’s Malik Willis in Indianapolis. The Athletic’s NBA Writer Bill Oram tells Ryan why LeBron and the “completely fractured” Lakers are pretty much dead-in-the-water as any kind of title contender this season and if LeBron James should shut it down, why L.A. would still do the Anthony Davis trade if they had the choice all over again, and who’s his favorites to come out of the West given Chris Paul’s hand injury and the Golden State Warriors’ late-season slump. Cowboys fan TJ reacts to reports that Dallas intends to release WR Amari Cooper even though he’s guaranteed $20 Million for next season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich calls in from the NFL Combine where he tells guest host Ryan Leaf how the news of Pitt Panthers QB Kenny Pickett’s 8.5” hand size is going over in NFL circles in Indianapolis and what the top storylines are heading into Day 1 of workout and says why he’s looking forward to a revamped, more fan-friendly Combine presentation. Ryan reacts to his favorite movie franchise, Batman, being rebooted with Robert Pattinson taking over the titular role from Christian Bale. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
NBA.com's Mark Medina tells guest host Ryan Leaf how Kevin Durant’s return from injury will boost the Nets’ title chances, what the James Harden addition means for the 76ers’ odds to top Brooklyn for Eastern Conference supremacy, and if Warriors fans should be worried about the W’s recent stumble after such a red-hot start to their season. Ryan compares his NFL Combine measurements from 1998 to those of Pitt Panthers QB Kenny Pickett this year and explains why it’s the intangibles that will determine success in the NFL and not necessarily things like hand size. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Guest host Ryan Leaf reflects on his long journey from NFL flameout to recovering addict and the mental toll of expectations and adulation on athletes. NFL Network host Rachel Bonnetta tells Ryan Leaf what her first-ever NFL Combine is like, why she’s excited the NFL is making it more fun and game-like with the presence of fans near the field for the first time, and which event Peter King would excel at if there was a Combine for NFL journalists and broadcasters. Ryan and the guys debate if Pitt QB Kenny Pickett’s small hand size (8.5” as measured at the Combine) will effect where he goes in the NFL Draft, reflect on how the Rams’ big gamble on Matthew Stafford paid off, and why QB’s like Aaron Rodgers are more willing to work their leverage to work trades or get fat new contracts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Rich Eisen Show's Chris Brockman, TJ Jefferson, and Adam Chudwin break down the latest from the NBA. 01:30- James Harden's impact on Sixers' title chances. 14:45- Ja Morant is awesome. 22:30- Worried about the Warriors? 26:20- Lakers getting boo'd/ Westbrook and LeBron. Follow the guys here : Twitter- @chrisbrockman, @toojiggy, @achudwin Instagram- @brockshady, @tjjefferson, @achudwin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich calls in from the NFL Combine in Indianapolis where he tells guest host Ryan Leaf how he and Miami Dolphins Head Coach Mike McDaniel pulled off the Great Coaching Cliché Caper of 2022 at the NFL Combine, what whisperings about the league’s QB carousel he’s hearing behind the scenes and more. Ryan takes a call from someone who played football and basketball against him in high school and shares some larger-than-life stories about the teenage backboard-breaking phenom. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Guest host Ryan Leaf and Chris Brockman break down the jumbled NFL QB puzzle and explain why Russell Wilson, Aaron Rodgers, Jimmy Garoppolo, Tua Tagovailoa and other quarterbacks could re-shape the league’s landscape this off-season, debate where Carson Wentz would be the best fit if he and the Colts part ways, and says why Jimmy Garoppolo will be a starting QB in the NFL next year wherever he ends up playing. The MMQB’s Andrew Brandt tells Ryan why we’re suddenly seeing TV networks for over big money for NFL announcing booths like Troy Aikman’s $90M deal with ESPN, why he still thinks Aaron Rodgers and the Packers are headed for a divorce, and how similar/different the Kyler Murray and Lamar Jackson contract negotiations are going. Ryan ends the hour making his pitch to Jeff Bezos to become the Thursday Night Football booth analyst when TNF moves to Amazon Prime next fall (with TJ and Brockman serving as way-too-intrusive sideline reporters). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Guest host Ryan Leaf and Chris Brockman run through the latest developments in the NFL and on the anniversary of Wilt Chamberlain’s NBA record 100-point game they discuss which NFL single-game record is most unbreakable: receiving yards (336), passing yards (554), rushing yards (296), or sacks (7). Ryan tells his behind-the-scenes account of how his NFL Combine experience went prior to the 1998 NFL Draft and why things went terribly wrong from that point on. Ryan weighs in on Kyler Murray’s issues with the Arizona Cardinals and says the disgruntled QB’s resume to this point doesn’t warrent the huge extension he’s trying to leverage out of the Cards. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich and Brockman argue over whether the San Francisco 49ers should pursue a trade for Tom Brady and what the compensation for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers should be. Emmy-winning writer/actor/director/producer Ben Stiller and Rich discuss his new Apple TV+ series ‘Severance’ and reveals how he was able to land a star-studded cast that included John Turturro and Academy Award winner Christopher Walken, if he was truly intimidated filming that lie detector scene with Robert DeNiro in ‘Meet the Parents’ and reveals he actually had trouble pronouncing Brett Favre’s name in ‘There’s Something about Mary,’ and weighs in on the “rudderless” state of his beloved New York Knicks. Brockman breaks out a special NFL Combine edition of ‘What’s More Likely’ where Rich weighs in on if we’ll see a Mike Mamula workout wonder, more brooms or football-on-a-stick, and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich re-examines the (LENGTHY) statement released by Kyler Murray’s agent and wonders if this weird, very public beef is just a prelude to the disgruntled QB asking for a trade if he doesn’t get an early long-term extension from the Arizona Cardinals. The MMQB’s Albert Brooks tells Rich how the top of the NFL Draft could shake out after this week’s NFL Combine, what Kyler Murray’s goals are by airing his dirty laundry with the Cardinals, if players forcing teams’ hands for earlier long term contracts is the new normal in the NFL, and if Lamar Jackson acting as his own agent has played a role in the lack of his contract extension with the Baltimore Ravens. Rich and the guys react to the news trickling out of Day 1 of the NFL Combine including Bruce Arians responding to Tom Brady’s retirement and speculation that TB12 might still opt for another NFL season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich recaps Ja Morant’s jaw-dropping night where the Memphis Grizzlies guard threw down 52 points on the San Antonio Spurs, and says how his meteoric rise compares to the descending comet of the player drafted before him, Zion Williamson. Denver Nuggets Head Coach Michael Malone tells Rich when Denver is expecting the return of injured stars Jamal Murray and Michael Porter Jr., what makes reigning NBA MVP Nikola Jokic so special, what he learned from spending his formative years going to work with his dad (a former coach for Syracuse and the Bad Boy Pistons), why he hopes NBA coaches NEVER go back to wearing suits during games, and what bringing a title to Denver would mean to him and the city. Rich and the guys reflect back on the anniversary of then-Celtics head coach Rick Pitino’s infamous “Larry Bird ain’t walkin’ through that door” rant. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Pro Football Talk’s Mike Florio tells Rich why Kyler Murray’s agent released that lengthy statement today that “doesn’t accomplish anything,” if the Cardinals would consider trading the disgruntled QB, why Aaron Rodgers deserves $50M per year from the Packers after winning back-to-back MVP awards, if the Seahawks will be dealing Russell Wilson this offseason, and how close Tom Brady came to joining Sean Payton on the Miami Dolphins. Rich reacts to Derek Jeter resigning from the Miami Marlins and his parking spot at the team’s stadium being immediately coned off. In his ‘Overreaction Monday’ segment Rich says if the addition of James Harden means the 76ers are now the favorites to win the East, if LeBron James deserved to be booed by Lakers fans during the team’s home blowout loss to the New Orleans Pelicans, what the Packers snub of Aaron Rodgers in their Abbey Road tweet means for the 4-time MVP’s future in Green Bay, if Kyler Murray’s odd social media tactics will pay off with a fat new contract, and if ARod or Derek Jeter has been living the best life in the last 5 years. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich and the guys react to Daniel Jeremiah’s latest mock draft, preview the NFL Combine’s top storylines, and have a tongue-in-cheek breakdown of the Packers tweet about their upcoming London game using a photo of the Beatles’ famed Abbey Road photo using pics of Matt LaFleur and players, but not including Aaron Rodgers. The Athletic’s Senior NBA Writer Sam Amick tells Rich what’s going on behind-the-scenes of the Los Angeles Lakers season of turmoil on and off the court, what the Lakers would have to do in the offseason to keep LeBron happy of if they should consider moving the 3-time MVP, says what the addition of James Harden means for the 76ers’ title chances, why the Pelicans could be a top-4 team in the West with a healthy Zion Williamson, and why the Nuggets will be a team to watch once the playoffs roll around. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich weighs in on the “weird” statement released this morning by Kyler Murray’s agent in the latest head-scratching development in his very odd and very public beef with the team. NFL Network Analyst Daniel Jeremiah tells Rich why he has the Jaguars drafting an offensive lineman #1 overall to protect Trevor Lawrence instead of one of the top edge rushers, why he only has two QBs going in the first round in his latest mock draft (Kenny Pickett, Malik Willis, but not Matt Corral), and if the Arizona Cardinals should give in an pay Kyler Murray to end their public contract squabbles. Rich reacts to the latest developments (lack thereof) in baseball’s CBA talks, and explains why there are two major reasons why the Cardinals should hesitate on paying Kyler Murray now rather than later. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dallas Cowboys All-Pro LB Micah Parsons stops by the studio and tells Rich what it was like experiencing the highest of highs during his stellar rookie season and the lowest of lows in losing to the 49ers in the playoffs, how he mentally trains to become the best defensive player in the NFL, says why he’s hyped Defensive Coordinator Dan Quinn is returning but reveals that he rarely speaks with Head Coach Mike McCarthy, also reveals that he’s lobbied Cowboys coaches to play offense, and jumps into Rich’s hosting chair for a round of ‘What’s More Likely’ where he weighs in on the Suns vs Warriors to win the NBA’s Western Conference, the Lakers vs Clippers chances to go on a winning run, if Tom Brady will unretire or join the broadcast booth, if Kyler Murray and the Cardinals can mend fences, and if the Cowboys can win the Super Bowl next season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich and the guys debate what the Jacksonville Jaguars should do with the #1 overall pick in the NFL Draft and say how Jacksonville’s options mirror those of the Bengals a year ago when they opted to grab a weapon (Ja’Marr Chase) for Joe Burrow instead of a lineman (Penei Sewell) to protect him. Adventurer/Host/Author Bear Grylls tells Rich how far back his love for the outdoors goes and why he was reluctant to parlay that passion into a TV career, how much fun he had taping episodes of ‘Running Wild’ with Will Ferrell and Deion Sanders, why Drew Brees is perfectly suited for survival in the wild, what it was like to play mini ping pong in freezing temps vs tennis legend Roger Federer, and the inspiration behind his inspiring memoir ‘Never Give Up.’ Rich and the guys react to Russell Wilson removing “Seahawks” from his Twitter bio. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich reacts to the latest in the Kyler Murray-Cardinals drama saying “there’s still no answer” from the disgruntled QB as to why he’s so publicly disgruntled. New Dolphins HC Mike McDaniel tells Rich how he went from being a Broncos ball boy to an NFL head coach, if he can replicate the 49ers devastating run game in Miami and turn WR Jaylen Waddle into a Deebo Samuels-type threat out of the backfield, his thoughts on his new QB Tua Tagovailoa and his former QB in San Francisco Trey Lance, and why he’s promising to deliver Rich’s coach speak cliché trifecta in his upcoming NFL Combine press conference. Rich breaks down the top 5 moments of the week including the Daytona 500, posterizing dunks and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Stanford Head Coach David Shaw tells Rich why Ole Miss’ Matt Corral is the best QB in this year’s NFL Draft and how Oregon’s Kayvon Thibodeaux stacks up against Michigan’s Aiden Hutchinson as the Draft’s top edge rusher, why the Texans might have game in former Stanford QB Davis Mills, why Andrew Luck is living his best life and how he expects Christian McCaffrey to bounce back from another injury-plagued season, and if the rising impact of the Transfer Portal and NIL deals could lead him to bolt for the NFL at some point. ‘Ted Lasso’ Emmy-nominated actor Nick Mohammed tells Rich how much he’s enjoying playing Nate the Great on the award-winning Apple TV+ show and if this could be the final season for the fan-favorite, heartwarming comedy. Rich make a big announcement about they year’s RunRichRun. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rams OT Andrew Whitworth tells Rich what it’s been like celebrating L.A.’s Super Bowl LVI win over the Bengals and what it was like in the huddle as Matthew Stafford led them on the game-winning drive, what it meant to him being honored as the NFL’s Walter Payton Man of the Year, if he thinks Aaron Donald and Sean McVay will return and “run it back” next season, and how hockey hall of famer Wayne Gretzky might have changed his mind about retiring after 16 years in the NFL. Rich reacts to reports that Troy Aikman is leaving FOX Sports to join ESPN’s Monday Night Football booth and how that could have a ripple effect on Rams Head Coach Sean McVay’s decision whether or not to retire and try his hand as a TV analyst. Rich and the guys react to ESPN’s Dianna Russini saying Aaron Rodgers wants $50 Million per year from the Packers and if the 4-time NFL MVP would be worth such a high cost. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich comments on the latest news surround Aaron Rodger’ status with the Packers including a report that Green Bay has multiple offers on the table if the 4-time MVP asks for a trade. Tampa Bay Times Buccaneers Insider Rick Stroud tells Rich how real the possibility is that the Bucs will turn to Blaine Gabbert to be their starting QB next season or if they could be in the mix for Russell Wilson, Carson Wentz or Teddy Bridgewater, why Bruce Arians wouldn’t welcome Jameis Winston back, and if there’s any chance Tom Brady could change his mind on retirement and return to Tampa for the 2022 season. ESPN NFL Reporter Dianna Russini tells Rich that Aaron Rodgers is seeking $50 Million annually from the Packers and could retire if he doesn’t get it, and what the timeline for the 4-time NFL MVP’s decision could look like. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
CBS Sports College Basketball Reporter and Senior Writer for The Athletic Seth Davis tells Rich why Michigan and the Big Ten got it right with Juwan Howard’s suspension for instigating a postgame brawl, explains what in the world a “Quad 1 Win” is and how they factor into bubble teams making the NCAA Tournament or watching March Madness from home on their TV. Acclaimed TV writer/producer (The Office/The Good Place) Michael Schur (AKA Twitter’s ‘Ken Tremendous’) tells Rich how his sports blogging site Fire Joe Morgan started out as a lark among his close friends, what it was like sharing an office with Tracy Morgan during his ‘Saturday Night Live’ days, says why he will never forgive the Red Sox for trading Mookie Betts, discusses his new humor book ‘How to Be Perfect’ that deals with handling life’s moral dilemmas, and reacts to the news about Tom Brady’s upcoming comedy movie. Rich and the guys react more to the announcement of Brady’s comedy movie and wonder how there could be NFL tie-ins with the cast of Rita Moreno, Jane Fonda, Lilly Tomlin, and Sally Fields. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Fire Pit Collective golf writer Alan Shipnuck and Rich discuss the controversial comments made by Phil Mickelson in his new biography ‘Phil’ about the Saudi Golf League that led to the 6-time major winner stepping away from golf, why he expects Mickelson to return for the Masters and emerge from the controversy more popular than ever, and says the SGL is not dead in the water yet despite defections of big-name golfers like Bryson DeChambeau and others. Rich and the guys discuss the Steelers murky future at QB and discuss Pittsburgh’s options to replace Ben Roethlisberger under center. In his weekly ‘2nd Take’ homage to Stephen A. Smith and ‘First Take’ Rich says if LeBron or Steph Curry is the face of the NBA, if LeBron is most to blame for the Lakers problems, if Michael Jordan or LeBron had a tougher path to championships, what Zion Williamson not, where he wants to see Aaron Rodgers playing next season,and if Mason Rudolph is more answer than question for the Steelers QB situation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich comments on the rapidly accelerating NFL QB carousel and weighs in on a report that the Tampa Bay Buccaneers could turn to Blaine Gabbert (yes, Blaine Gabbert) as their starting QB to replace Tom Brady and the Steelers turning to Mason Rudolph to step in for the retired Ben Roethlisberger. The Athletic Pittsburgh’s Ed Bouchette tells Rich why Aaron Rodgers wouldn’t make the Steelers a Super Bowl contender and why “there’s no chance” the team would trade for Deshaun Watson, what Brian Flores brings to Mike Tomlin’s coaching staff and if the Rooney Rule played a role in his hiring, and if we could see Jameis Winston in black and gold next season. Rich weighs in on Phil Mickelson’s “stunnng fall from grace” following his controversial comments about the Saudi Golf League that cost him sponsors and forced the 6-time major winner to step away from the game of golf. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Texans Head Coach Lovie Smith tells Rich why he has ZERO worries about Houston’s QB situation with Davis Mills at the helm and why he hopes the team can move on from Deshaun Watson sooner rather than later, reveals his thoughts on Brian Flores’ racial bias lawsuit against the NFL and if that played a role in getting the Texans HC job, why he thinks Houston can replicate the Bengals’ blueprint and reach the Super Bowl with a 2nd-year quarterback, and makes the case for former Chicago Bears return man extraordinaire Devin Hester to be in the Pro Football Hall of Fame. Michigan alum Rich Eisen reacts to Juwan Howard getting suspended for striking a Wisconsin assistant coach and sparking a brawl in postgame handshake line between the Wolverines and Badgers. Rich’s wife, Suzy Shuster, calls in which leads to a hilarious on-air wardrobe intervention for Rich after he’s called out for wearing the same sweater too frequently. TJ makes the case for Allen Iverson to be included on the NBA’s Mount Rushmore for most influential players of the last 30 years, and Rich reacts to Cavs fans who booed Steph Curry at the All-Star Game over the weekend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Former NFL All-Pro lineman Tony Boselli tells Rich what it meant to finally be elected into the Pro Football Hall of Fame and shares a story about his late father’s touching congratulations to him, says why former Jacksonville Jaguars RB Fred Taylor deserves to be in the HOF also, and explains why Rams DT Aaron Donald will go down in history as one of the NFL’s all-time best players. New York Post Columnist Ian O’Connor and Rich discuss his biography on Mike Krzyzewski and reveals how Coach K once had to smooth out some rumpled feathers between a young LeBron James and Kobe Bryant, and reacts to Patriots Head Coach Bill Belichick being mentioned in Brian Flores’ racial discrimination lawsuit against the NFL. Rich wraps up the hour with some advice for Kyler Murray: it’s time to let the Arizona Cardinals know if you’re staying or going and why the Pittsburgh Steelers would be very interested in the latter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich tries to decipher Aaron Rodgers’ latest Instagram post to see if we can glean anything about the Packers QB’s future in Green Bay from his cryptic comments. ESPN NBA Insider Brian Windhorst and Rich discuss LeBron James’ apparent dissatisfaction with the Lakers and what his future in Los Angeles holds after another disappointing season, what the Lakers could do with their roster in the offseason to keep LeBron mentally engaged, when we could possibly see Ben Simmons and James Harden play for their new teams the Brooklyn Nets and Philadelphia 76ers, and why the situation surrounding Zion Williamson and the New Orleans Pelicans is “jaw dropping.” Rich weighs in on whether the Lakers should mortgage their future to win one more title with LeBron James before his contract ends after next season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Newly-elected Pro Football Hall of Famer Dick Vermeil tells Rich what being enshrined in Canton means to him, why he’d be disappointed to see Rams Head Coach Sean McVay retire at the age of 36, if he knew Kurt Warner would go from Rams 3rd-stringer to Hall of Famer, and why he’s opting to go into the HOF as an Eagle instead of a Ram. In his ‘Overreaction Monday’ segment Rich says if the NBA should get rid of the Slam Dunk Contest, if Chris Paul’s latest injury will derail the Phoenix Suns’ title hopes, whether or not Cavaliers fans would welcome LeBron back for a third tour of duty in Cleveland, if the Steelers hiring Brian Flores means Deshaun Watson could land in Pittsburgh, the rise and fall of the Saudi Super Golf League, and what Juan Soto turning down $350M means for the Nationals (and for the Mets, the Yankees, the Dodgers…) Rich recaps the incredible story of Finnish cross-country skier Remi Linholm who suffered the unfortunate malady in his 30KM race at the Winter Olympics…a frozen penis. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
ESPN College Basketball Analyst Jay Bilas tells Rich why both Juwan Howard and Greg Gard are culpable for the postgame brawl between Michigan and Wisconsin and why he’s disappointed neither coach showed any contrition for their actions, which teams are likely to reach March Madness’ Final Four this season, and reveals Coach K’s predilection for throwing around salty language when needed over the years to make a point to his Duke Blue Devil players. Rich and the guys debate if the NBA’s Slam Dunk Contest is fixable in the wake of this year’s way-too-boring competition, and recap big man Karl-Anthony Towns winning the 3-Point Shootout. Rich reacts to the Steelers hiring Brian Flores and says why it’s a home run move by Pittsburgh and what it bodes for his racial bias lawsuit against the NFL. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Michigan alum Rich reacts to Juwan Howard instigating post-game brawl by slapping a Wisconsin assistant coach during the handshake line and says what the repercussions should be for the Wolverines head coach. The MMQB Senior Writer Albert Breer tells Rich how real the threat is that hundreds of top prospects could boycott the NFL Combine due to the league’s covid restrictions limiting the number of support personnel players can bring, why Aaron Rodgers will be the first domino to fall in this off-season’s QB carousel, what it will take for Kyler Murray and the Arizona Cardinals to repair their fractured relationship, and what the Brian Flores hire means for Mike Tomlin and the Steelers and if that will impact his racial bias lawsuit against the NFL. Rich reacts to those calling for an end to postgame handshakes in sports, and debates Brockman on Wisconsin Head Coach Greg Gard’s role in his postgame dustup with Michigan’s Juwan Howard. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It's the return on Just Getting Started and we have surprise for all of you. Rich is passing the hosting torch to his wife, Emmy Award winning sportscaster Suzy Shuster. In this episode they discuss Suzy's beginnings which led her to jobs with some of the biggest networks in sports. All that and more in this episode of Just Getting Started. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Basketball Hall of Famer Shaquille O’Neal tells guest host Suzy Shuster that Deion Sanders should be the next head coach of the Dallas Cowboys, and says what advice he has for Brooklyn Nets G/F Ben Simmons on how to handle the pressure and spotlight of being a star athlete. Former Raiders CEO and current CBS Sports NFL Analyst Amy Trask tells Suzy her favorite John Madden story where she got a bit overcompetitive during a bocci ball tournament, offers her advice for Kyler Murray on how to handle his issues with the Arizona Cardinals, and says why she thinks Aaron Rodgers will return to play for the Green Bay Packers in 2022. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Former NFL Network Host Kara Henderson Snead (wife of Rams GM Les Snead) tells guest host Suzy Shuster what it was like celebrating with the team after their Super Bowl LVI victory over the Cincinnati Bengals, why the Rams’ culture is reminiscent of the Patriots’ dynasty years, reveals what happened in the locker room after Odell Beckham Jr. tore his ACL, why her husband is not a reckless gambler despite his penchant for trading away first round draft picks, and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sports Illustrated Senior Writer Greg Bishop tells guest host Suzy Shuster what it was like to be embedded with the Rams for his in-depth SI cover story on L.A’s Super Bowl-winning season, the surprising things he discovered about Matthew Stafford and Von Miller in his research for the story, and how Rams GM Les Snead’s huge gambles paid off big time. In his weekly ‘Big-Ass Grab Bag’ segment TJ lists his ‘Top 5 Way-Too-Early Random Thoughts on the 2022 NFL Season’ including who will be fantasy breakout stars a la Cooper Kupp and Jonathan Taylor, if the Buffalo Bills cab improve their run game, if Kyler Murray will ditch the Arizona Cardinals for the Oakland A’s, how Brian Flores’ NFL lawsuit plays out, and Micah Parsons development for the Dallas Cowboys. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Best-selling author of ‘Showtime’ Jeff Pearlman joins the show in-studio and tells guest host Suzy Shuster why he can’t wait for the March premier or HBO’s ‘Winning Time’ adapation of his book, how Kobe Bryant grew and matured as a person through his career and way-too-short life, and why he’s reversed his opinion on whether Barry Bonds belongs in the Baseball Hall of Fame or not. Pro Football Hall of Famer Marshall Faulk breaks down Sean McVay’s play calling in the Super Bowl vs the Bengals, weighs in on Brian Flores’ racial discrimination lawsuit against the NFL, and predicts how the NFL’s wild offseason QB carousel will play out. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Guest hosts Suzy Shuster and Marshall Faulk discus Matthew Stafford’s growth as a big-game quarterback this season with the Rams after a decade of losing with the Detroit Lions, and says if the Los Angeles will be able to keep Aaron Donald from retiring and make a run at back-to-back Super Bowl titles. Basketball Hall of Famer Jerry West tells Suzy and Marshall how the NBA has changed for the better and for the worse over the years with the advent of the three-point shot and the growing use of the “Euro Step” in the league, and why mental health is a legitimate concern for athletes and how he’s struggled with dark periods throughout his life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Guest hosts Suzy Shuster and Marshall Faulk recap the Los Angeles Rams’ Super Bowl parade and Aaron Donald’s apparent need of a shirt. Basketball Hall of Famer and NBA on TNT Analyst Charles Barkley tells Suzy and Marshall why the Brooklyn Nets and not the Philadelphia 76ers won the Ben Simmons-James Harden trade, says why questions the veracity of Simmons’ mental health claims, and offers up some advice for disgruntled Arizona Cardinals QB Kyler Murray. Marshall weighs in on the Kyler-Cards beef and predicts it will all blow over eventually. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In an homage to ‘First Take’ host Stephen A. Smith Rich offers up his own ‘Second Take’ opinions on whether Kyler Murray or the Cardinals look worse in their public spat, if the Lakers need to move on from Anthony Davis or LeBron James and more. Actor/comedian Charlie Day and Rich discuss his new Amazon Prime movie with Jenny Slate ‘I Want You Back,’ says why he couldn’t understand why Odell Beckham Jr. couldn’t finish the Super Bowl with a torn ACL, what happened to his handicap when he taunted the golf gods, and shares a wild story about ‘It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia’ co-star Danny DeVito and Arnold Schwarzenegger. Rich and the guys react to the Rams’ victory parade in Los Angeles and recount the time Rob Gronkowski dented the Lombardi trophy when trying to bunt a baseball with it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich and the guys examine the state of the Dallas Cowboys and debate if they’re poised to take advantage of their talent and reach the next level or if internal turmoil could torpedo their high hopes, and the guys break down which NFL team could be making a trip to SoFi Stadium next fall to kick off the season against the Super Bowl Champion Rams including the possibility of an Aaron Rodgers-led Broncos team or a Tom Brady-led 49ers team. ‘Brother from Another’ co-host Michael Smith tells Rich why he thinks Kyler Murray and the Cardinals are headed toward a divorce, if Ben Simmons will be able to fulfil his potential with the Brooklyn Nets and if James Harden can change his legacy and help Joel Embiid and the Philadelphia 76ers win an NBA title. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich breaks down the quarterback situations for all 32 NFL teams and says who’s standing pat and who’s in the market for a new QB for the 2022 season. Pro Football Talk’s Mike Florio tells Rich that it’s time for Los Angeles Rams owner Stan Kroenke to pay head coach Sean McVay and All-Pro DT Aaron Donald or risk losing them to TV and retirement respectively, why he wouldn’t be surprised if Dolphins owner Stephen Ross decides to sell the team amid Brian Flores’ allegations he was offered large sums of money to tank games, what could be the root cause behind Kyler Murray’s dissatisfaction with the Arizona Cardinals, if Deshaun Watson will be able to settle his legal issues and land on a new team for the 2022 season, and if we could possibly see Aaron Rodgers on the Colts or Tom Brady on the 49ers next season. Rich wraps up the hour re-visiting the “is Matthew Stafford a Hall of Famer” debate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Pro Football Hall of Famer Warren Sapp drops by the studio where he tells Rich a great story about how he lobbied the late Raiders owner Al Davis to change the team’s defense for him, why he wouldn’t be shocked if Aaron Donald retired at the top of his game, makes the case for kick returner supreme (and fellow Miami Hurricane) Devin Hester to join him in the Pro Football Hall of Fame, blasts Arizona Cardinals QB Kyler Murray for making his beef with the team public, why he’s shocked Tom Brady retired while still playing at an MVP level, and why Matthew Stafford is still not a Hall of Famer in his opinion. Rich and the guys react to Sapp’s Stafford comments and make the case for the Rams QB to be enshrined in Canton once his playing days are over. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Cowboys Head Coach Mike McCarthy and Rich discuss the Rams’ win over the Bengals in Super Bowl LVI, Dallas’ disappointing end to their season with that controversial draw play for Dak Prescott against the 49ers and how he deals with the criticism, and reveals he spoke directly to Cowboys owner Jerry Jones about his public comments touting DC Dan Quinn along with the rumors of former Saints HC Sean Payton coming to Dallas. Rich and the guys react to McCarthy’s interview and wonder if the Cowboys Head Coach should be looking over his shoulder despite his trust in Jerry Jones. Rich refutes Richard Sherman’s comments that Rams QB Matthew Stafford is not Hall of Fame worthy despite winning a Super Bowl. The guys react to the press conferences by held by Ben Simmons and James Harden and break down how each player will impact their new teams, the Brooklyn Nets and Philadelphia 76ers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich comments on Sean McVay and Aaron Donald not quashing rumors they might retire from the Rams and says he’d be shocked if they did because of L.A.’s ability to challenge for back-to-back Super Bowl titles. Rams S Eric Weddle tells Rich how Los Angeles Defensive Coordinator Rahim Morris was able to lure him out of his 2-year retirement, what it was like to finally reach the Super Bowl (and why he wasn’t a fan of The Rock’s verrrrry looooooong appearance on the field at the start of the game), why Aaron Donald is the best player he’s ever played with at any position, and what he said to Matthew Stafford and others during their postgame celebration. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich explains why the Cincinnati Bengals, with a TON of cap space available, should spend freely on free agents to help protect Joe Burrow and keep their momentum rolling into next season. In his ‘Overreaction Monday’ segment Rich how the Rams defense won the Super Bowl with their play in the 2nd half, if the Bengals made a big mistake by getting into it with Aaron Donald after he shoved Joe Burrow out of bounds on their sideline, if Cooper Kupp just finished the greatest season ever by a wide receiver and if he’s on a path to the Pro Football Hall of Fame, if Odell Beckham Jr. was on his way to winning Super Bowl MVP honors before going down with a knee injury, if the Rams will make it back to the Super Bowl next season, if Kyler Murray has played his last down for the Arizona Cardinals, and if Russell Wilson and Aaron Rodgers are more likely than not to return to the Seahawks and Packers next season. Rich and the guys review the Dr. Dre/Snoop Dogg, Eminem/Mary J. Blige/50 Cent Super Bowl Halftime Show and react to Bengals K Evan McPherson remaining on the sideline to watch instead of joining his team in the locker room at the game’s midway point. The hour wraps up with Rich recapping Cooper Kupp’s remarkable journey from lightly-recruited high school afterthought to Super Bowl MVP. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich and the guys hammer Mike Del Tufo for leaving the Super Bowl game early to beat the traffic, and discusses the possibility of Rams perennial All-Pro DT Aaron Donald retiring and how that could impact the Rams’ Super Bowl repeat chances. Super Bowl-winning quarterback Trent Dilfer tells Rich why the Bengals weren’t able to hold onto their 2nd half lead over the Rams in the Super Bowl, if his new title has solidified Matthew Stafford’s place in the Pro Football Hall of Fame, why Sean McVay did one of the all-time best head coaching jobs this season, and why Joe Burrow and the Bengals will struggle to repeat their success of this season and could miss the playoffs in 2022. Rich weighs in on the latest drama surrounding the Arizona Cardinals and disgruntled star QB Kyler Murray. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich recaps the Los Angeles Rams comeback win over the Cincinnati Bengals in Super Bowl LVI and says what a title means for the legacies of Matthew Stafford, Odell Beckham Jr and others, and breaks down how Aaron Donald added to his already-formidable reputation as one of the NFL’s all-time greats by terrorizing Joe Burrow and the Bengals for much of the game’s 2nd half. Rich weighs in on the questionable officiating in the Super Bowl that led to a controversial 75-yard touchdown for the Bengals Tee Higgins and the eventual game-winning score by the Rams’ Cooper Kupp, and explains what the Bengals must do to keep Joe Burrow healthy enough to lead them back to future Super Bowls. Rich comments on the “emotional effort” it took for Matthew Stafford and his family to part ways with the Lions and the human element involved beyond just the X’s and O’s of his Super Bowl victory. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
San Francisco 49ers QB Trey Lance tells Rich what his rookie season was like going from the 5th overall pick in the 2021 NFL Draft to being Jimmy Garoppolo’s understudy for much of the season, and says he’s ready to assume the Niners’ starting QB role even if the team doesn’t trade Jimmy G. Kansas City Chiefs TE Travis Kelce tells Rich why he was wearing shades the entire time at the NFL Honors ceremony even though it took place at night…indoors, how he’ll use the Chiefs’ AFC Championship game loss to the Bengals as motivation for his approach to preparing for next season, and why he’s already thinking about a career in TV once he puts a bow on his hall of fame playing career. Rich has one final message to anyone who things Cincinnati Bengals QB Joe Burrow is being over-hyped: HE’S NOT! Chris Brockman wraps up the week with his Super Bowl edition of ‘Sneaky Good Games’ with all you need to know about wagering on the Rams vs Bengals on Sunday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich and the guys break down how James Harden and Ben Simmons will fit in with their new teams, the 76ers and Nets, and weighs in on what the Lakers’ inability to make a move at the NBA’s trade deadline means for their long-term outlook. In his Super Bowl edition of ‘What’s More Likely’ Rich weighs in on if Aaron Donald or Trey Hendrickson has more sacks, if Odell Beckham Jr or Tee Higgins is more likely to find the endzone, if Joe Burrow or Matthew Stafford throws for more touchdowns, if Rams P Johnny Hekker or Bengals K Evan McPherson will have a bigger Special Teams impact, if we see a 3-point game or a blowout, and if one of the non-QBs will win Super Bowl MVP Honors. Former Saints Head Coach Sean Payton tells Rich what it’s like to be a “retiree” and has some advice for Rich on how to improve his paltry 4.55 Uber rating, reveals when he knew he was ready to step away from coaching after 16 years at the helm in New Orleans and why he’s excited to try his hand as a broadcaster, and if there’s any chance he’ll ever return to coaching (possibly with the Dallas Cowboys??), and reveals why he’s taking the Los Angeles Rams to beat the Cincinnati Bengals in Super Bowl LVI. (timestamp). In his weekly ‘Big-Ass Grab Bag’ segment TJ lists his all-time Top 5 Super Bowl plays including Malcolm Butler’s game-clinching interception, James Harrison’s full-field pick six, Adam Vinatieri’s game-winning field goal, among others. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich reacts to Green Bay Packers QB Aaron Rodgers winning his 2nd-consecutive NFL MVP Award and the 4th of his career and why he was more deserving than Tom Brady for the honor, and weighs in on the semi-controversial Pro Football 2022 Hall of Fame class that includes ZERO 1st-ballot inductees like DeMarcus Ware, Torry Holt and Andre Johnson. Washington Commanders Head Coach Ron Rivera tells Rich why he missed out on being in the Chicago Bears’ iconic ‘Super Bowl Shuffle’ music video, why Walter Payton the person off the field was as impressive as Walter Payton the player on the field, if the Commanders are in the market for a new quarterback via the NFL Draft of free agency, how Joe Burrow’s leadership compares to Super Bowl winner Jim McMahon’s, and reveals his thoughts on Cowboys fan TJ Jefferson’s ‘Super Bowl Tier” system. Rich reveals what happened at the NFL Honors event when he had some hilarious encounters backstage with Tampa Bay Buccaneers WR Mike Evans and Hall of Famers Bruce Smith and Steve Young. ( Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Pro Football Hall of Famer Charles Woodson tells Rich why he’s STILL not over losing the Tuck Rule Game to Tom Brady and the Patriots 20 years later, why he’s picking the Rams to beat the Bengals in the Super Bowl, and his reaction to the turbulent month for Michigan Football where Wolverines Head Coach Jim Harbaugh interviewed with the Minnesota Vikings on National Signing Day. Cowboys QB Dak Prescott tells Rich why he’s still upset by Dallas’ disappointing end to their once-promising season, why the team has Mike McCarthy’s back despite Jerry Jones’ cryptic comments about Defensive Coordinator Dan Quinn’s possibility as the Cowboys future HC, and react to TJ Jefferson’s exuberant Cowboys fandom, the NFL’s Overtime rules and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich and the guys weigh in on reports that James Harden wants out of Brooklyn but is worried about the public blowback if he formally demands a trade from the Brooklyn Nets, and says why MLB adopting the Universal DH is good for the game but is sad to see it signal the end of a certain baseball tradition. FOX Sports NFL Analyst and Pro Football Hall of Famer Troy Aikman tells Rich why the underdog Cincinnati Bengals would pull of the Super Bowl upset of the Los Angeles Rams, breaks down the QB matchup between Joe Burrow and Matthew Stafford, admits that even he can’t quite put his finger on what’s keeping the Dallas Cowboys from being legitimate title contenders, and why he’s disappointed Tom Brady retired but that he’d be surprised if TB12 comes out of retirement. Pro Football Hall of Famer Charles Woodson and Rich react to the HUGE NBA trade that sent James Harden to the Philadelphia 76ers and Ben Simmons to the Brooklyn Nets, and why the NFL needs to do away with the less-than-competitive Pro Bowl game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich reacts to not having the Lombardi Trophy on the set anymore and previews the NFL Honors show where he’ll be revealing this year’s Pro Football Hall of Fame class. ESPN Hall of Fame announcer Chris Berman and Rich swap SportsCenter stories, recounts his first Super Bowl featuring the Bengals vs 49ers and how this Cincy teams compares to their Super Bowl teams of the 80s, breaks down which are his favorite of the MANY nicknames for Joe Burrow, and says why a Rams win will also be a W for the Detroit Lions and San Diego Chargers. Jackson State Head Coach/Pro Football Hall of Famer Deion Sanders tells Rich how he would solve the NFL’s minority hiring problem when it comes to head coaches. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The MMQB’s Senior NFL Writer Albert Breer tells Rich how Bengals QB Joe Burrow’s steely calmness mirrors that of the NFL’s GOAT Tom Brady, reveals some possible underlying issues between Kyler Murray and the Arizona Cardinals that led the QB to scrub the team from his social media, and why he thinks if Tom Brady returns to the NFL it won’t be with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Indianapolis Colts All-Pro running back Jonathan Taylor tells Rich how his mental approach to football helped him go from promising rookie to an MVP-level talent in his 2nd season and reveals how close he came to playing college football at Harvard or Yale instead of for the Wisconsin Badgers. Rich takes calls, er---ATTEMPTING to take calls from viewers with Mike Del Tufo working the phone lines with Adam the Call Screener taking the day off. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich and the guys debate if Matthew Stafford will solidify his spot in the Pro Football Hall of Fame if he leads the Los Angeles Rams to a Super Bowl LVI win over the Cincinnati Bengals, and says why there will be a flood of Tom Brady comparisons if Joe Burrow leads Cincy to a title in just his 2nd year. Pro Football Hall of Famer and NFL Network Analyst Kurt Warner tells Rich why Stafford will still have more to prove even with a Super Bowl win to make it into the Pro Football Hall of Fame, why Joe Burrow’s mental approach to the game is his greatest asset, and why he doesn’t see Tom Brady coming out of retirement despite TB12’s recent “never say never” comments. Rich reacts to Aaron Rodgers’ “we’ll see” comments to Broncos fans asking him to come to Denver, and says why this is shaping up to be a crazy NFL off-season when it comes to the league’s QB carousel. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich weighs in on how the Bengals finally got it right when drafting Joe Burrow who’s taken Cincinnati to the Super Bowl in just his 2nd NFL season. Actor/comedian Keegan-Michael Key tells Rich why he, a Lions fan, will be happy for former Detroit QB Matthew Stafford if he wins Super Bowl LVI for the Rams over the Bengals, recalls that time he found himself sitting between Pro Football Hall of Famers Joe Namath and Warren Moon, and plays ‘Start-Bench-Cut’ where he weighs in on the best comedy sketches of all time and which true-life NFL names (Wonder Monds, Dick Shiner or Fair Hooker) would stand up to the likes of Key and Peeles’ Hingle McKringleberry. Rich and the guys discuss the NBA’s trade deadline and if James Harden and/or Russell Westbrook will be on the move soon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Philadelphia 76ers Co-Owner Michael Rubin and Rich discuss how he took Fanatics.com from a startup to a billion-dollar business, the future of sports gambling, his involvement with The Reform Alliance with Meek Mill and more. Saints All-Pro DE Cameron Jordan and Rich discuss New Orleans promoting Dennis Allen from Defensive Coordinator to Head Coach and why he has mixed feelings about Sean Payton stepping away from the team, tells Rich that he’s expecting a blowout in the Los Angeles Rams vs Cincinnati Bengals Super Bowl, and why he’s fine with the Pro Bowl game just the way it is. Rich and the guys debate what the odds are that Tom Brady will actually come out of retirement after saying “never say never” to a possible NFL return. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dallas Cowboys Hall of Famer and NFL Network Analyst Michael Irvin and Rich preview the Bengals vs Rams Super Bowl LVI, and reacts to Tom Brady’s “never say never” comments about coming out of retirement. WWE Superstar Mike “The Miz” Mizanin tells Rich why he refuses to go to the Super Bowl until his beloved Cleveland Browns are playing in it, why he doesn’t think Tom Brady will remain retired, and discuss if Baker Mayfield is the QB to get the Browns over the hump or make a play for Aaron Rodgers, previews Wrestlemania 38 and the new season of ‘The Miz and Mrs.” and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich comments on Kyler Murray scrubbing the Arizona Cardinals from his social media and ponders if that is an effective negotiating ploy if he’s looking for an early contract extension, and reacts to Tom Brady throwing the door for an NFL return wide open by saying “never say never” to a possible comeback just one week into his retirement. Hall of Fame running back Barry Sanders tells Rich that he used to secretly play pick-up basketball games when he was playing for the Detroit Lions and that he had no problem dunking despite being only 5’8”, says why he’ll feel some personal satisfaction if ex-Lion Matthew Stafford wins a Super Bowl ring, and reveals how much joy he took in making defenders angry with his ankle-breaking jukes. NBC Sports’ Al Michaels and Rich discuss his Cincinnati connection to the Rams-Bengals Super Bowl because of his past gig as the Reds play-by-play announcer, why he’d be surprised if Tom Brady comes out of retirement, and how he goes about preparing for Super Bowl Sunday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dan Patrick and Rich discuss Kyler Murray scrubbing his social media of all things Arizona Cardinals and if he could possibly join Aaron Rodgers and Russell Wilson on the list of star QBs who could be on other teams next season, some of his more memorable/disastrous interviews over the years including Murray, Scottie Pippen, and Matt Harvey, and reveals how he sees the Rams vs Bengals Super Bowl LVI playing out. NBC Sports NFL Analyst Cris Collinsworth tells Rich how bizarre it will be to call a Super Bowl game featuring his former team the Bengals, why Aaron Donald, Von Miller, Jalen Ramsey and the Rams’ defense can ruin any plans for a Cincinnati upset, and if he was surprised by Tom Brady’s decision to retire. Rich reacts to a suggestion to fix the Pro Bowl by replacing it with a game featuring the two worst teams in the NFL with the winner getting the #1 overall pick in the draft. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Caesar’s Sportsbook’s Trey Wingo stops by the studio and tells Rich why the Cincinnati Bengals have a “huge mental advantage” over the Los Angeles Rams in their Super Bowl LVI matchup, if L.A.’s risky roster building approach will pay off with a title, how he was able to get a selfie with Halle Berry, and shares his favorite memories of making those memorable ‘This Is SportsCenter’ commercials. Dan Patrick drops by the studio and tells Rich if he, an Ohio native, will be rooting for the Bengals to beat the Rams on Super Bowl Sunday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks of the show with a special guest…the legendary Lombardi Trophy that goes to each year’s Super Bowl winner, and lists his top ten storylines for the Cincinnati Bengals vs Los Angeles Rams Super Bowl LVI including Joe Burrow vs Matthew Stafford, Aaron Donald, Ja’Marr Chase vs Cooper Kupp, Sean McVay vs Zac Taylor and more. Rich, Brockman and TJ workshop how Rich should begin his joint interview later today with Burrow and Stafford. In his weekly ‘Overreaction Monday’ segment Rich weighs in on whether or not it’s time for the NFL to scrap the Pro Bowl, if we need to settle on just one nickname for Joe Burrow, if new Dolphins Head Coach Mike McDaniel can lead Miami back to the playoffs next season, and if Philadelphia 76ers C Joel Embiid is the NBA’s MVP. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Hall of Fame WR Calvin ‘Megatron’ Johnson and Rich discuss his former Lions QB Matthew Stafford finally making it to the Super Bowl and if the Rams quarterback should be in Canton with him if he wins the Super Bowl, if he was nervous that Cooper Kupp would break his single-season NFL receiving yards record and if said record would have been legit in a 17-game season, playing college football at Georgia Tech with current WWE Superstar Roman Reigns, and that time in high school he lost out on the Georgia High School Player of the Year Award to ….Sean McVay?? Rich weighs in on the curious case of Lamar Jackson and the Ravens in which the former MVP quarterback still hasn’t signed a long-term extension to remain in Baltimore. In his weekly ‘Big-Ass Grab Bag’ to honor the anniversary of ‘Ace Ventura: Pet Detective’ that featured a bit role by Dolphins QB Dan Marino, TJ lists his Top 5 Athlete Movie Cameos including Lawrence Taylor in ‘The Waterboy,’ Mike Tyson in ‘The Hangover,’ Brett Favre in ‘There’s Something About Mary,’ Cam Neely in ‘Dumb and Dumber,’ and Kareem Abdul-Jabbar in ‘Airplane!’ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this week’s ‘What’s More Likely’ segment Rich weighs in on the MLB lockout, the Jets, Knicks, Joel Embiid vs Luka Doncic, Trevor Lawrence vs Justin Fields, and if Jim Harbaugh is finally finished with his flirtation with the NFL. Former NBA All-Star Charles Oakley and Rich discuss his new memoir ‘The Last Enforcer’ and reveals that Michael Jordan trusts him so much (unlike Scottie Pippen) that he wrote the foreword without even reading the book, his ugly incident at Madison Square Garden where Knicks owner James Dolan allegedly had him handcuffed and detained during a game, reveals that he knew LeBron James was leaving the Cleveland Cavaliers a year before the infamous ‘The Decision’ and predicts LeBron will leave the Lakers if they continue to struggle, and says the NBA is lacking enforcers these days and reveals which current player he’d like to put on his ass the most. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich reacts to the Jaguars FINALLY naming a head coach, hiring former Eagles HC and Super Bowl Champion Doug Pederson to calm the waters in the wake of the short-lived but turbulent Urban Meyer era in Jacksonville. The MMQB Senior NFL Writer Albert Breer tells Rich why the lack of quality quarterbacks in this year’s NFL Draft could heighten the trade market for Aaron Rodgers and Russell Wilson, why the NFL needs to thoroughly investigate Brian Flores’ claims that Dolphins owner Stephen Ross offered financial incentives for tanking, why Jim Harbaugh and the Minnesota Vikings couldn’t come to an agreement, and more! Rich reacts to an article on the Cowboys website where Jerry Jones intimated Dallas’ Defensive Coordinator Dan Quinn is the head coach in waiting, casting a darker shadow on Mike McCarthy’s job security. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich reacts to Denver Broncos legend John Elway’s response to being mentioned in Brian Flores’ racial discrimination lawsuit against the NFL. Actress/comedian Whitney Cummings visits Rich in-studio to share her favorite memories of the late Bob Saget, discuss if the buttoned-up Tom Brady is due for a post-NFL controversy, and talks about her new comedy-horror movie ‘Studio 666’ starring Dave Grohl and the Foo Fighters. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Michigan alum Rich says he’s “very happy” Jim Harbaugh is staying in Ann Arbor but admits he’s nervous about how his interview with the Minnesota Vikings will impact the Wolverines’ future recruiting efforts. Rich and the guys react to Texas A&M Head Coach Jimbo Fisher’s angry denial that the Aggies used a secret slush fund to help land the nation’s #1 football recruiting class. FOX Sports & The Athletic’s College Football Insider Bruce Feldman tells Rich why Jim Harbaugh went form a lock to become the Vikings next head coach the returning to Michigan to remain the Wolverines’ HC and how he walks back his NFL flirtation with future recruits, how Ole Miss Head Coach Lane Kiffin is stirring things up in the SEC with comments that irked Texas A&M’s Jimbo Fisher, the impact of Brian Kelly losing that recruit in his viral dancing video to Nick Saban and Alabama, and why Joe Burrow and the Bengals will be a force in the AFC for years to come. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich reacts to the latest in the Brian Flores NFL lawsuit with Dolphins owner Stephen Ross denying the allegations that he offered a bonus to his former head coach to tank games. Rich and the guys discuss the Jacksonville Jaguars’ head coaching search and wonder why the Jags are dragging their feet in finding someone who can develop Trevor Lawrence. Los Angeles Rams GM Les Snead tells Rich that the Minnesota Vikings scored big time by hiring Sean McVay’s Offensive Coordinator Kevin O’Connell and what it’s like facing former Rams assistant and current Bengals head coach Zac Taylor, what his evaluation of Cincy QB Joe Burrow was coming out of LSU, and reveals his gambles on Matthew Stafford, Jalen Ramsey, Odell Beckham Jr. and others paid off with a Super Bowl berth and a standing ovation from appreciative Rams fans when he walked into a local Starbucks this week. Rich and the guys debate if he should have allowed his daughter to play the word “deez” in a game of Scrabble. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Tampa Bay Times Buccaneers Insider Rick Stroud and Rich discuss Tom Brady’s “clumsy” retirement announcement process and if the decision caught the team off-guard, if the Bucs will turn to 2nd-year QB Kyle Trask or pursue a veteran quarterback like Deshaun Watson, Jimmy Garoppolo or even luring Andrew Luck out of retirement, why heralded Tampa Bay Offensive Coordinator Byron Leftwich (who is black) still hasn’t gotten a head coaching position. Rich and the guys react to the news that the recruit in Brian Kelly’s cringe-worthy dancing video actually signed with Alabama over LSU, and Rich’s angst over Jim Harbaugh’s Minnesota Vikings interview reaches a fever pitch. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
ESPN ‘First Take’ host Stephen A. Smith joins Rich in-studio to talk about his love of hating on the Dallas Cowboys, why he applauds Brian Flores for risking his NFL coaching future by filing a racial bias lawsuit against the league the three teams, why he’s hell bent on hosting ‘Saturday Night Live’ and shares some hilarious stories from his college basketball days, and in a round of ‘What’s More Likely’ weighs in on the Bills vs Chiefs for future AFC supremacy, if Jimmy Garoppolo or Deshaun Watson is more likely to land with a winning team, if the Cincinnati Bengals or Los Angeles Rams are more likely to reach the Super Bowl again next season, if Chris Paul or James Harden is more likely to win an NBA title first, if Kyrie Irving or Zion Williamson is more likely to play a home game in New York first, and if LeBron James or Aaron Rodgers will win another title sooner. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich reacts to Brian Flores’ lawsuit against the NFL, Miami Dolphins, New York Giants, and Denver Broncos alleging racial discrimination in their head coaching hiring practices. Pro Football Talk’s Mike Florio and Rich discuss Flores’ racism lawsuit and his allegation that Dolphins owner Stephen Ross offered him money to tank games, what ultimately could result from the lawsuit including Flores getting blackballed from the league, why Jim Harbaugh is likely to leave Michigan for the Minnesota Vikings, if the presence of abrasive GM Trent Baalke is hindering the Jacksonville Jaguars’ head coaching search, and if the Flores lawsuit will impact whom the Houston Texans hire as their next head coach. Rich and the guys react to the Washington Football Team officially changing its name to the Washington Commanders. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Newly-hired New York Giants Head Coach Brian Daboll tells Rich why he’s excited to work with incumbent QB Daniel Jones, what he learned while working under Nick Saban and Bill Belichick in his previous coaching stints, reveals that he spent the 8-hour drive from Buffalo to New Jersey listening to The Notorious B.I.G and lists his favorite Biggie Smalls songs. Patriots fan Chris Brockman names his top 7 Tom Brady moment’s from TB12’s illustrious career that came to an end today with his retirement announcement, and the guys debate how much, if any, Brady will gain any weight during his first year away from the NFL. Rich offers one last thank you to Brady for the “unbelievable ride” he’s provided for NFL fans and for the football media world over the past 22 seasons. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich reacts to the news that Jim Harbaugh will be interviewing for the Minnesota Vikings head coaching position on National Signing Day and how that could adversely impact Michigan’s recruiting efforts. NFL Analyst and Pro Football Hall of Famer Kurt Warner tells Rich that he’s “kind of bummed” to see Tom Brady retiring from the NFL, why we may never see a QB with the same late-career greatness Brady displayed, if it will eat at TB12 forever that he didn’t go out on a winning note, and his breakdown of Patrick Mahomes’ sub-par 2nd-half vs the Bengals and how the Rams were finally able to end their 6-game losing streak to the San Francisco 49ers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich reacts to Tom Brady’s retirement laying out how TB12 has redefined what greatness means in the NFL and breaks down the curious way in which he made the announcement where he omitted the words “retire” and “Patriots.” ESPN’s Seth Wickersham tells Rich why Brady called it a career despite still performing at an MVP level at the age of 44, why he chose to announce his retirement the way he did, what Brady’s next steps will be in his life after football, and why he snubbed Bill Belichick and the New England Patriots in his Twitter retirement announcement and relegated the Pats to his Instagram story. Rich and the guys debate which iconic Brady image should be used if/when the Patriots erect a statue for the NFL’s GOAT QB. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Pro Football Hall of Famer Marshall Faulk tells Rich why the Matthew Stafford-led Rams were able to end their 6-game skid against the 49ers to reach the Super Bowl, how Patrick Mahomes will bounce back from his disastrous 2nd half in the AFC Championship game vs the Bengals, why Joe Burrow can be the next Tom Brady, and why he’s no fan of 49ers QB Jimmy Garoppolo…or Vikings QB Kirk Cousins for that matter. Rich and the guys speculate on Aaron Rodgers future with the Green Bay Packers and wonder if the 3-time NFL MVP could end up with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers or Tennessee Titans. Rich reacts to Jim Harbaugh reportedly interviewing with the Minnesota Vikings and what this could mean for Michigan’s recruiting efforts, the guys debate which of Joe Burrow’s many nicknames is the best, and offer up their predictions on whether or not Tom Brady will announce his retirement tonight on his podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rams All-Pro OT Andrew Whitworth tells Rich how he’s feeling a day after L.A. knocked out their NFC West Rival 49ers to reach the Super Bowl to face fellow LSU alum Joe Burrow and the Cincinnati Bengals, what finally reaching the Super Bowl means for Matthew Stafford after a decade of frustration with the Detroit Lions and for Odell Beckham Jr. after his disastrous tenure with the Browns, and if his next game will be his last game for the 40-year old lineman. Rich reacts to Brian Kelly’s latest cringeworthy moment when the new LSU coach appeared in a hype video dancing with a Tiger’s recruit, and weighs in on the Raiders hiring Patriots Offensive Coordinator Josh McDaniels to be their new head coach and wonders if his 2nd stint as an AFC West head coach will go better than his earlier gig with the Denver Broncos. In his ‘Overreaction Monday’ segment Rich weighs in on the NFL’s Overtime rules, Joe Burrow’s precocious greatness, the Chiefs’ blowing an 18-point lead at home to the Bengals and if KC’s run of AFC dominance has peaked, why the Mahomes Mystique took a big hit with his horrible 2nd half vs Cincy, if Jimmy Garoppolo has played his last game for the 49ers and if we could see Tom Brady in San Francisco next season. Rich has one last thing to say to everyone who’s been clamoring for changes to the NFL’s controversial Overtime rules. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich comments on the Bengals’ improbable berth in the Super Bowl and says how the journey of Cincinnati QB Joe Burrow mirrors the reversal of fortune of his team, and says how the young QB’s rise resembles that of a young Tom Brady back in 2001. Rich recaps the Rams’ win over the 49ers in the NFC Championship game and explains why the comeback was all the more impressive since it was a de facto road game because of the hoard of Niners fans in the SoFi Stadium, and reflects on how things are so very different for Matthew Stafford and Joe Burrow than they were a year ago. Rich recounts how he reacted to the initial reports that Tom Brady has decided to retire reflecting on his personal emotions of TB12 leaving the NFL and also his reaction once conflicting reports emerged about the 7-time Super Bowl champion’s decision. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich reacts to Cowboys Owner Jerry Jones’ latest comments about Mike McCarthy’s job security in the wake of Sean Payton suddenly becoming an available head coach. 4-time Emmy Award winner and Oscar-nominated actor Stanley Tucci and Rich discuss his new AMC+ show ‘La Fortuna’ and says why you can often find him and his son ‘mudlarking’ (google it) along the Thames river in London, reveals that he gave Ving Rhames his iconic nickname back in their college days in a round of ‘Celebrity True of False,’ and explains why cooking and food play such an important role in his life and why Italian gas station food is FAR superior to the ones in the United States. Rich breaks down the four possible Super Bowl matchup: Rams vs Chiefs, Rams vs Bengals, 49ers vs Chiefs and 49ers vs Bengals. Chris Brockman offers up his ‘Sneaky Good Games’ betting picks for the 49ers vs Rams and Bengals vs Chiefs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
ESPN ‘Monday Night Football’ NFL Analyst Louis Riddick tells Rich why he’s predicting a high-scoring AFC Championship Game between Patrick Mahomes’ Kansas City Chiefs and Joe Burrow’s Cincinnati Bengals, why the NFC Championship Game between the Los Angeles Rams and San Francisco 49ers will come down to whether or not L.A. can be more physical to end its 6-game losing streak to the Niners, and shares his emphatic opinion about changing the NFL’s controversial Overtime rules. In his ‘What’s More Likely?’ segment, Rich debates Patrick Mahomes vs Joe Burrow, Ja’Marr Chase vs Tyreek Hill, Cooper Kupp vs Deebo Samuel, Matthew Stafford vs the 49ers rush defense, and which road underdog is more likely to move on to the Super Bowl. In his weekly ‘Big-Ass Grab Bag’ TJ lists his Top 5 AFC/NFC Championship Games since 1990 including some classics involving the Dallas Cowboys, San Francisco 49ers, New York Giants, Peyton Manning, Tom Brady and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich previews this weekend’s AFC and NFC Championship games between the Rams vs 49ers and Chiefs vs Bengals, and says why it’s time for Los Angeles’ Matthew Stafford gamble to pay off. Pro Football Hall of Famer Terry Bradshaw and Rich discuss his new HBO documentary ‘Terry Bradshaw: Going Deep,’ reveals why Burt Reynolds cast him in many of his movies, says why Ben Roethlisberger should be a first-ballot hall of famer, what the Steelers next move at QB should be, and how he sees the AFC and NFC Championship games playing out. Rich and the guys debate the validity/ridiculousness of some NFL Overtime proposals from callers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
‘Good Morning Football’ co-host Kyle Brandt tells Rich, as a Bears fan, why he’s kind of “meh” about Chicago hiring Colts Defensive Coordinator Matt Eberflus, if the possibility of trading for Aaron Rodgers played a role in the Broncos hiring Packers Offensive Coordinator Nathaniel Hackett as their new head coach, and why he sees the Cincinnati Bengals and San Francisco 49ers knocking off home teams Kansas City Chiefs and Los Angeles Rams to reach the Super Bowl. Emmy-nominated actor Don Johnson tells Rich how much fun he’s having on NBC’s ‘Kenan’ with Saturday Night Live’s Kenan Thompson, reveals howe he landed the role of a professional golfer alongside Kevin Costner in Tin Cup, why one of his best days ever came at the storied home of The Masters, Augusta National Golf Club, and if he still has any of his trend-setting ‘Miami Vice’ wardrobe that he’s willing to give Rich as a hand-me-down. Rich and the guys react to the astonishing end of Amy Schneider’s 40-game ‘Jeopardy!’ winning streak at the hands of Rhone Talsma and can’t resist the urge to troll TJ over his failed ‘Price Is Right’ appearance one more time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
FOX Sports’ NFL Insider Jay Glazer joins the show in-studio tells Rich how he’s trying to erase the stigma of depression and mental illness in his new memoir ‘Unbreakable,’ how he’s helping to educate NFL teams about how to support players and employees dealing with those issues, reveals why you should never leave your cellphone unlocked when he’s around (just ask Michael Strahan or California Governor Gavin Newsom), why Sean Payton is stepping away from the New Orleans Saints, and how he sees the latest round of Aaron Rodgers’ off-season intrigue playing out. Rich breaks down the uncertain QB situation for a number of NFL teams and wonders if Falcons QB Matt Ryan has earned a spot in the Pro Football Hall of Fame. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich reacts to the Broncos hiring Green Bay Packers Offensive Coordinator Nathaniel Hackett and what that could mean for a possible Aaron Rodgers trade to Denver, and weighs in on the Chicago Bears hiring Indianapolis Colts Defensive Coordinator Matt Eberflus to be their next HC and if he can surround QB Justin Fields with the proper coaches to guide his development. Rich reflects back on Ben Roethlisberger’s storied career, warts and all, now that the two-time Super Bowl-winning Pittsburgh Steelers QB has officially retired, and reacts to Cowboys Defensive Coordinator Dan Quinn’s decision to stay in Dallas despite being considered for multiple open head coaching positions around the league. Hall of Fame announce Bob Costas calls Rich for the second day in a row to reiterate his vitriol for the NFL’s current Overtime rules and lays out his plan that would result in a fairer OT period for both teams involved. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich reacts to Joe Burrow’s latest ice-in-his-veins comments about his Cincinnati Bengals facing the Chiefs in Kansas City and not being bothered by the notoriously loud Arrowhead Stadium fans. Emmy-nominated actor Kevin James tells Rich his reaction to Sean Payton stepping down from the Saints just days before the release of his Netflix’s ‘Home Team’ movie about the former New Orleans head coach and what insights he gleaned from Payton while preparing for the role. Michigan alum Rich reacts (poorly) to the news that the Wolverines’ Defensive Coordinator is leaving Ann Arbor to join John Harbaugh’s Baltimore Ravens. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich reacts to Sean Payton’s comments at his press conference announce he’s stepping down as the New Orleans Saints head coach and predicts that he’ll be back on an NFL sideline sooner rather than later. Rich takes issue with his placement on a Peacock promo page where his image took a backseat to Dan Patrick and others, and the guys chew on an interesting NFL Overtime proposal from a caller. Rich reacts to the New York Giants’ owner saying his team won’t pursue a trade for embattled Houston Texans QB Deshaun Watson, and debates if sticking with the disappointing Daniel Jones is the wiser choice. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich weighs in on the controversial Baseball Hall of Fame balloting this year in which voters were torn over sending suspected/confirmed PED users to Cooperstown such as Barry Bonds, Roger Clemens and others. Broadcaster and baseball historian Bob Costas tells Rich that he would have voted for Barry Bonds, Roger Clemens and Curt Schilling if he had a Hall of Fame vote, if there’s a way to have suspected steroid users or the likes of Pete Rose in Cooperstown, his favorite memories of his interactions with Kobe Bryant on the 2-year anniversary of the Lakers great’s death, and why he absolutely HATES the NFL’s current Overtime rules. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich reacts to the breaking news that Sean Payton is stepping away from the Saints after 16 years as New Orleans’ head coach, and breaks down what the Chicago Bears hiring Ryan Pole away from the Kansas City Chiefs as their new GM means for Chicago’s head coaching search and the development of QB Justin Fields. Ed Helms and Rich discuss his new Peacock show ‘True Story with Ed and Randall’ he co-hosts with Randall Park including the incredible story about a Steelers fan who once snuck into the Super Bowl and ended up showering with the team after the game, reveals what it was like working with Mike Tyson in the ‘Hangover’ movies and shares some great behind-the-scenes stories from making the comedy classic, and reveals what he had to do while filming ‘The Office’ scenes with Steve Carrell to keep from cracking up on-camera. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich recaps the top ten wildest moments from the NFL’s unforgettable Divisional Round games that were not lacking for dramatic moments. ESPN’s Bomani Jones and Rich discuss the importance of quarterback play for NFL teams to get deep in the playoffs as evidenced by Josh Allen, Patrick Mahomes and Joe Burrow (but not by Ryan Tannehill), why he’s not terribly impressed with either QB in the NFC Championship Game (the Rams Matthew Stafford and the 49ers Jimmy Garoppolo), the up-in-the-air futures of Aaron Rodgers and Tom Brady, and why he wouldn’t mind the NFL going back to the old sudden death rules for overtime games, which leads into a thorough dissection of the NFL’s and College Football’s OT rules and if they should be changed. Rich weighs in on the latest in the MLB labor talks, and presents this week’s ‘Courtyard by Marriott REisen Shine Award’ to Bengals kicker Evan McPherson after the rookie’s called shot field goal to send Cincinnati to the AFC Championship game to face the Kansas City Chiefs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich weighs in on the possibility of Tom Brady retiring or returning for another season with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at age 45 saying he’d be “shocked” if the 7-time Super Bowl champion calls it a career. The MMQB’s Andrew Brandt tells Rich why he’s predicting the Packers will move on from Aaron Rodgers and go with Jordan Love as their starting QB for the 2022 season, and predicts Green Bay will trade the 3-time NFL MVP before the NFL Draft. Rich weighs in on the Aaron Rodgers intrigue on whether or not he’ll return to the Packers next season. TJ re-ignites the firestorm about his penchant for rooting for multiple teams when he tries to give some advice to an 11-year-old caller. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Tampa Bay Times’ Buccaneers Insider Rick Stroud and Rich discuss Tom Brady’s “uncertain” future with the Bucs and if TB12 will return for another season at age 45, what impact Antonio Brown’s very public blowout and departure had on Tampa’s playoff exit at the hands of the Rams, and how the possible departure of Offensive Coordinator Byron Leftwich means for Brady’s decision-making process when determining whether or not to retire. Rich rebuts a 49ers fan who’s ready to move on from Jimmy Garoppolo, explains why the embattled Niners QB deserves some kudos despite his many shortcomings but shouldn’t get too used to being San Francisco’s starting QB beyond this season. Rich reacts to two curious referee incidents in the NFL Divisional round games where Tom Brady was flagged for Unsportsmanlike Conduct for barking in face of official Sean Hochuli, and the other when Tyreek Hill didn’t draw a taunting flag despite flashing the “V/peace sign” during his long touchdown vs the Bills. Rich gives props to Matthew Stafford for rewarding the risk the Rams took by trading for the longtime Detroit Lions QB, and comments on Joe Burrow taking the Bengals from laughing stock to the verge of the Super Bowl in just two NFL seasons. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich reflects on Buffalo Bills QB Josh Allen and explains why Bills Mafia should feel confident for the next decade despite being bounced from the playoffs in back-to-back years by the Kansas City Chiefs, and weighs in on the big debate: should the NFL change its overtime rules to give both teams at least one offensive possession in OT after Josh Allen watched from the bench as Patrick Mahomes marched KC down the field for a game-winning touchdown.
Rich and the guys debate if they’d rather see their favorite team lose a big game in a blowout or in heartbreaking fashion.
In his ‘Overreaction Monday’ segment Rich says why this was the greatest weekend of football EVER, if Tom Brady will retire or come back to play at age 45, if Aaron Rodgers will surprise a lot of people and stay with the Green Bay Packers, if Joe Burrow will be the first QB in the last 4 draft classed to win a Super Bowl, if the 49ers regret trading up to draft Trey Lance now that Jimmy Garoppolo has the Niners back in the NFC Championship game, if the Rams will be the 2nd straight team to win the Super Bowl on their home turf, if Cooper Kupp is the most dangerous offensive player in the NFL, and if the Titans can win a title with Ryan Tannehill as their QB. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich recaps the PHENOMENAL weekend of NFL football that began with the Joe Burrow-led Cincinnati Bengals ousting the AFC’s top-seeded Tennessee Titans followed by the San Francisco 49ers knocking out Aaron Rodgers and the Green Bay Packers in their thrilling Divisional Round games on Saturday followed by Matthew Stafford’s Los Angeles Rams’ comeback win after blowing a huge lead to Tom Brady’s Tampa Bay Buccaneers, and Josh Allen’s Buffalo Bills falling to Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs in an overtime thriller.
NFL Network Analyst Daniel Jeremiah tells Rich why the Bills “made it too easy” for Patrick Mahomes at the end of their overtime loss to the Chiefs, why he thinks Aaron Rodgers will be playing for a new team next season, that Joe Burrow is the most confident QB he’s ever seen, if the Titans can win a title with Ryan Tannehill as their QB, and previews how the 49ers vs Rams and Bengals vs Chiefs NFC and AFC Conference Championship games could play out.
Rich recaps the tumultuous season of Aaron Rodgers and contemplates if the Packers QB will move forward in Green Bay or elsewhere next season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In his weekly ‘Big-Ass Grab Bag’ TJ Jefferson lists his Top 5 Fantasy Football Ballers, and the guys re-open (re-awaken???) the debate on whether or not it’s an insult of a compliment to fall asleep while binging a TV show late at night. Los Angeles Rams CB Jalen Ramsey tells Rich the challenges of facing a Tom Brady-led team as L.A. prepares for their Divisional Round showdown against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, why even he’s amazed every day by watching teammate Aaron Donald in practice, and what Rich has to do get a follow back on Twitter from the All-Pro cornerback. Rich and the guys run through the topics he didn’t get to debate with Stephen A. Smith during his appearance on ESPN’s ‘First Take.’ Brockman gives his NFL Divisional Round picks for your sports wagering pleasure between the Rams vs Buccaneers, 49ers vs Packers, Bills vs Chiefs, and Bengals vs Titans. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Former NFL All-Pro wide receiver Brandon Marshall and Rich discuss his wide-ranging ‘I Am Athlete’ interview with Antonio Brown and explains why the troubled WR should be in therapy for his mental health, and reveals why he’s predicting a Chiefs vs Packers Super Bowl.
Rich ponders an “insane scenario” in which Jimmy Garoppolo leads the San Francisco 49ers to a Super Bowl title…on the Los Angeles Rams home turf. In this week’s ‘What’s More Likely?’ segment Rich talks the Titans’ Derrick Henry vs the Bengals’ Ja’Marr Chase, the 49ers’ Deebo Samuel vs the Packers’ Davante Adams, the Rams’ Odell Beckham Jr vs the Buccaneers’ Mike Evans, and if the Bills vs Chiefs will be a tight, low-scoring game or if we’ll see one team win by a blowout. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich breaks down and ranks this weekend’s NFL Divisional Round games from best to not-best-but-still-pretty-dang-good between the Rams vs Buccaneers, 49ers vs Packers, Bills vs Chiefs, and Bengals vs Titans.
Former All-Pro RB LeSean McCoy tells Rich how his last two head coaches, Andy Reid and Bruce Arians, are motivating the Chiefs and Buccaneers for their Divisional Round showdowns against the Bills and Rams, what happened that time he snubbed Tom Brady at practice one day, why the Bengals are the most dangerous team in the playoffs but why he’s picking the Bucs to win back-to-back Super Bowl titles. Rich reacts to the New York Giants hiring Joe Schoen away from the Buffalo Bills to be their General Manager and offers up some advice for the team’s new GM. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich does a dry run with Brockman to prep for his appearance on ESPN’s ‘First Take’ with Stephen A. Smith.
Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Carl Bernstein and Rich discuss his new autobiography ‘Chasing History: A Kid in the Newsroom,’ how he and Bob Woodward broke the Watergate story for the Washington Post that brought down the Nixon presidency, his views on the current state of political reporting in the nation’s capital, and his assessment of Dustin Hoffman and Robert Redford’s portrayals of him and Wood in ‘All the President’s Men.’
Michigan alum Rich reacts to the latest NFL rumors swirling around his Wolverines head coach Jim Harbaugh. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
TJ ignites an internal blaze when he jumps on Mike Del Tufo for trolling him about the Cowboys’ bowing out of the NFL Playoffs earlier than expected.
Comedian Sebastian Maniscalco tells Rich how very, very different NFL games are now since he last attended a game line in 1981, what it was like picking games as a guest on ESPN’s College GameDay, why San Francisco 49ers WR/RB Deebo Samuel is his new favorite athlete, and reveals his formula for determining when is the right time to leave a sporting event early so as not to get stuck in a post-game parking lot traffic jam.
Rich and the guys debate why the Cowboys have not been able to get over the hump…for the last 25+ years. (timestamp). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich reacts to Cowboys Head Coach Mike McCarthy revealing that his team was “nervous” before their Wild Card Round loss to the San Francisco 49ers and speculates on what that L means for his future in Dallas. 49ers All-Pro OT Trent Williams tells Rich if he thinks banged-up QB Jimmy Garoppolo will be a go for the Niners Divisional Round showdown with the Green Bay Packers, his leadership role in the Niners locker room, what the multi-talented Deebo Samuel brings to the team’s offense, and how he reacted when he saw Dak Prescott run a draw on the Cowboys’ final play of their Wild Card Round win over Dallas.
Rich debates a Falcons fan on whether Cowboys Defensive Coordinator Dan Quinn deserves another shot to be a head coach in the NFL, and reveals that he’ll be appearing on ‘First Take’ to debate Stephen A. Smith. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
WKRN Sports Anchor Kayla Anderson tells guest host Ryan Leaf why the AFC’s top-seeded Titans aren’t getting their due respect on a national level and how many carries we can expect out of Derrick Henry in his return to action after being out for weeks after foot surgery. Ryan, Brockman, TJ and Del Tufo offer up their predictions for this weekend’s Divisional Round games between the Bills vs Chiefs, Bengals vs Titans, Rams vs Buccaneers and 49ers vs Packers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Former All-Pro offensive lineman Mitchell Schwartz and guest host Ryan Leaf preview the AFC Divisional Round matchup between the Buffalo Bills and Kansas City Chiefs. Former All-Pro offensive lineman Eric Wood and Ryan discuss the Bills’ demolition of the New England Patriots and their chances in their upcoming showdown against Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs, and Ryan Fitzpatrick’s unforgettable shirtless appearance in Buffalo in sub-zero temperatures. Ryan breaks down the Rams’ trade for Matthew Stafford and wonders if L.A. is any better off with him than they would have been if they’d kept Jared Goff. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Guest host Ryan Leaf and the guys break down the NFL playoff picture and debate the “Tuck Rule Game” between the Patriots and Raiders on the 20th anniversary of the infamous incident.
Actor/comedian Joel McHale tells Ryan how his hometown Seahawks can rebound from their disappointing 2021 season, engage in some good-natured Washington-Washington State trolling and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich reveals what happened at SoFi Stadium when he took his son to the Rams vs Cardinals playoff game where there was as much action in the stands as there was on the field.
Actress Neve Campbell and Rich discuss her reboot of the horror classic ‘Scream,’ talks ‘Baywatch,’ ‘Rounders,’ ‘Phantom of the Opera,’ reveals that the first NFL game she went to was the Super Bowl, and that she didn’t know who David Bowie was when she hosted ‘Saturday Night Live’ and he was the musical guest in a round of ‘Celebrity True or False.’ (timestamp). Rich reacts to a caller who praises Detroit Lions Head Coach Dan Campbell for changing the team’s culture of losing and reacts to Mike Tomlin’s latest comments on the future of the Steelers’ future at quarterback. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
NFL Network Analyst Maurice Jones-Drew tells Rich why the Rams look as good right now as they have all season long, why the lack of a consistent run game is why Kliff Kingsbury-coached teams always fade at the end of seasons and why Arizona didn’t take advantage of Kyler Murray’s wide skill set, what to expect in the Rams vs Buccaneers rematch of their Week 3 showdown, and why the Jacksonville Jaguars need to hire a QB-friendly head coach to oversee the development of #1 overall pick Trevor Lawrence.
Rich makes the case for the Jags to hire former NFL QB and current Tampa Bay Buccaneers Offensive Coordinator Byron Leftwich as their next head coach.
Raiders Pro Bowl DE Maxx Crosby tells Rich how he’s handling the “heartbreaking” end Las Vegas’ season after overcoming so many obstacles this season, his reaction to Mike Mayock’s firing, why his vote is for the team to make interim head coach Rich Bisaccia the permanent HC, if the Raiders were going to settle for a tie against the Chargers in their regular season finale, if Joe Burrow’s controversial TD pass in their Wild Card matchup should have counted, and why he hopes his personal journey can inspire others facing similar challenges in their lives. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich recaps the Los Angeles Rams’ “complete throttling” of the Cardinals in their Wild Card round matchup, and says that Kyler Murray and Kliff Kingsbury must adjust in the future to avoid another late-season swoon.
The MMQB’s Albert Breer tells Rich if Cardinals’ Head Coach Kliff Kingsbury is on the hot seat in Arizona after a stumbling finish following their 10-2 start, if the Cowboys are likely to move on from current Head Coach Mike McCarthy in favor of Defensive Coordinator Dan Quinn, how the impending sale of the Broncos could impact Denver’s search for their next head coach, and if the Raiders firing GM Mike Mayock could be a omen of Jim Harbaugh leaving Michigan for Las Vegas.
Rich awards this week’s ‘REisen Shine Courtyard by Marriott Award’ to Donna Kelce he traversed the country this weekend to watch her son Jason Kelce play for the Philadelphia Eagles vs the Buccaneers and then hopped a flight from Tampa to Kansas City in time to watch her other son, Travis Kelce, throw a TD pass in the Chiefs win over the Steelers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Chiefs super fan Eric Stonestreet tells Rich that he predicted KC’s big man touchdown pass in their Wild Card Round blowout of the Pittsburgh Steelers, his concerns for facing a red-hot Josh Allen and the Buffalo Bills, why he took to smuggling jalapenos into his suite at Arrowhead Stadium, and if he was openly rooting against his ‘Modern Family’ co-star and Pittsburgh fan Ed O’Neill. Rich reacts to Mike McCarthy being “situationally awful” in the Cowboys loss to the 49ers, and in a Cowboys-only version of ‘Overreaction Monday’ Rich weighs in on McCarthy’s job security, if Dallas regrets breaking the bank for Dak Prescott, if Micah Parsons should have been a full-time edge rusher, and if Jerry Jones’ maverick ways permeates the entire organization and results in a systemic lack of discipline that resulted in 14 penalties on the field vs San Francisco. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
ESPN NFL Analyst Dan Orlovsky tells Rich why Buffalo Bills QB Josh Allen is the Shohei Ohtani of the NFL, why the blame for the Cowboys’ early playoff exit at the hands of the 49ers falls squarely on the shoulders of QB Dak Prescott and Mike McCarthy and why Dallas needs to move on from the head coach, why he has some doubts about Jalen Hurts long-term viability as the Philadelphia Eagles’ starting QB, why Tom Brady and the Buccaneers remain a dangerous team despite a plethora of key injuries, and why this year’s playoffs are a chance for Rams QB Matthew Stafford to re-shape his legacy and land a spot in the Pro Football Hall of Fame. Rich drills down on Cowboys fan TJ to find out how he would fix the problems that ail Dallas as displayed in their Wild Card Round home loss to the 49ers. In his Overreaction Monday segment Rich says if the Buffalo Bills had the most impressive win of Super Wild Card Weekend and if that was Bill Belichick’s worst playoff loss ever, if the Niners have full trust in Jimmy Garoppolo, if the Bengals are the scariest team left in the playoffs, if we’ll destined for a Chiefs vs Buccaneers Super Bowl rematch, and if we could do without the 7th team in the NFL playoffs given the blowouts suffered by the Eagles and Steelers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich recaps the Cowboys’ loss to the 49ers, detailing how Dallas’ many mistakes did them in long before the controversial ending to their Wild Card game. FOX Sports NFL Rules Analyst Mike Pereira, former Head of NFL Officiating, tells Rich why he has issues with how the refs handled the controversial end of the 49ers vs Cowboys game, why that Joe Burrow touchdown pass should have been overturned in the Bengals vs Raiders wild card game, and if there should have been an Offensive Pass Interference flag on the Chiefs’ big man touchdown in their blowout win over the Steelers. Rich marvels at Bills QB Josh Allen’s HUGE night in Buffalo’s rout of the Patriots and has responds to critics who say Mac Jones isn’t the right QB for the Pats and that it might be time for Bill Belichick to move on from New England. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rams WR Cooper Kupp tells Rich how teaming up with Matthew Stafford help him elevate his game to an MVP level this season, and what challenges await L.A. in their 3rd meeting this season against the Arizona Cardinals, and the guys debate if Kupp can top Tom Brady or Aaron Rodgers for MVP honors.
NBC Sports’ Tony Dungy tells Rich why the Charger’s OT timeout didn’t change the Raiders decision to go for the win instead of a tie in their regular season finale, why he’s predicting 3 road upsets in the NFL’s Super Wildcard Weekend, that fired Dolphins Head Coach Brian Flores will land with the Texans, and that he’s received two calls in recent weeks from teams trying to lure him out of retirement.
Rich makes his latest pitch to host the Academy Awards after Page 6 reported that SNL’s Pete Davidson is being considered for the Oscars’ gig. Rich says what’s more like to happen in the NFL’s Super Wildcard Weekend matchups and Brockman lists his top gambling picks in his ‘Sneaky Good Games’ segment. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Georgia Bulldogs All-America LB Nakobe Dean, this week’s ‘Gorilla Glue Toughest Player on Planet Earth Award’ winner, tells Rich when he knew UGA had a special defensive unit, how much joy he took in silencing all the Michigan trolls, his reaction to donning that erroneous “Alabama Champions” cap after Georgia won the title, and if we’ll see him at the NFL Combine this year.
Eagles TE Dallas Goedert tells Rich why Philly remains confident in their chances against the Buccaneers despite being the lowest seed in the NFC playoffs, how Jalen Hurts’ steady leadership his helped the Eagles improve throughout the season, what he has to say to Philadelphia’s doubters and if he’d ever consider using Viagra to stay warm during extremely cold weather games.
In his weekly ‘Big-Ass Grab Bag’ TJ lists his Top 5 What Ifs including Barry Bonds to the Braves, the Dez Bryant catch, Tim Duncan to the Sixers, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich reacts to the Texans firing Head Coach David Culley after just one season in Houston saying, “I don’t understand it.”
Steelers Pro Bowl DT Cam Heyward tells Rich what it means being named to the NFL’s All-Pro team this season, why teammate TJ Watt deserves the NFL Defensive Player of the Year Award, why Pittsburgh plans to shock the world and knock the Kansas City Chiefs out of the playoffs, what the atmosphere was like during Ben Roethlisberger’s final home game, and his reaction to his Ohio State Buckeyes losing to Michigan for the first time in a decade. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Cardinals DE JJ Watt tells Rich how he was able to return early from what was supposed to be a season-ending injury, the Cards’ mindset heading into the playoffs after limping across the finish line to end the regular season, why Chandler Jones has taken to calling himself “CJ Watt,” why his brother TJ Watt deserves to be named NFL Defensive Player of the Year, and more! Actor Jack Quaid tells Rich how much fun he had being in the reboot of the ‘Scream’ franchise despite his lingering childhood trauma from seeing Ghost Face masks every Halloween, the upcoming season of ‘The Boys’ and more! Rich reacts to Colts GM Chris Ballard’s less-than-glowing endorsement of Carson Wentz’s play this season and debate if Indy should be in the market for a new QB next season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Comedian Jim Gaffigan and Rich talk NFL and the Week 18 collapse of his belove Colts and the unpredictable 2021 regular season, his ‘Comedy Monster’ Netflix special and ‘The Fun Tour’ live shows, and shares his fond memories of the late comedian Bob Saget. Actor Josh Gad tells Rich why he, a die-hard Miami Dolphins fan, is thoroughly unhappy with Brian Flores’ firing, how he reacted when Larry David asked him to wear those tattered tighty whities in his ‘Curb Your Enthusiasm’ cameo this season, and that he’s not creeped out by 55-year-old Mike Del Tufo’s Olaf fetish. Rich makes his latest pitch to host this year’s Oscars telecast demonstrating why he’d be a great co-host with Hugh Jackman. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich breaks down every NFL Wild Card Weekend game and ranks which games he’s most excited for among Patriots vs Bills, Steelers vs Chiefs, Bengals vs Raiders, Rams vs Cardinals, 49ers vs Cowboys, and Buccaneers vs Eagles. ‘Brother from Another’ co-host Michael Smith and Rich discuss the latest developments in Kyrie Irving’s return to the Brooklyn Nets, and why the Lakers are still very watchable despite their major flaws that might keep LeBron James, Russell Westbrook and company out of the playoffs. Rich and Brockman debate if Aaron Rodgers or Tom Brady is more worthy to win NFL MVP honors this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
New York Post columnist Ian O’Connor tells Rich why the Giants fired Joe Judge after just two seasons in New York, why the team would be wise to pursue a trade for Seahawks QB Russell Wilson and hire ousted Miami Dolphins coach Brian Flores to be their next head coach, why the Brooklyn Nets “sold a piece of their soul” by bringing Kyrie Irving back, and how deep he sees Bill Belichick taking the New England Patriots in the playoffs with rookie QB Mac Jones. Comedian Jeff Ross tells Rich how he’s handling the loss of his close friend Bob Saget who passed away suddenly at the age of 65 this week and shares his favorite moments during their long friendship. Rich and the guys debate if the Denver Broncos, New York Giants, Minnesota Vikings, or Miami Dolphins is the most attractive head coaching position. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich and Brockman debate if the Bill Belichick coaching tree has been a failure so far with his two latest disciples, Brian Flores and Joe Judge, getting fired by the Miami Dolphins and New York Giants, and if NFL teams would be wise to stay away from Belichick assistants in the future. Rich recaps the craziest moments from a wild NFL 2021 regular season including Tampa Bay Buccaneers WR Mike Evans giving Tom Brady’s 600th TD pass ball to a fan, Dolphins OL Robert Hunt’s amazing touchdown that wasn’t a touchdown vs the Baltimore Ravens, all of Urban Meyer’s many follies, Antonio Brown’s strip down meltdown, Chicago Bears LB Cassius Marsh getting a questionable Taunting flag and subsequent hip check from referee Tony Corrente, and the Los Angeles Chargers vs Las Vegas Raiders incredible overtime throwdown thriller to end the regular season. CBS Sports Announcer and the voice of the Brooklyn Nets Ian Eagle tells Rich that he’s so desperate to stay warm this weekend in Buffalo that he’s willing to wear Kurt Warner’s super-shiny-silver puffy jacket, why he has full confidence in Bills QB Josh Allen but has questions about Patriots rookie QB Mac Jones in his first career playoff game, and why the Nets reversed course and brought back the unvaccinated Kyrie Irving to play in road games. Rich ramps up his no-so-subtle bid to host this year’s Academy Awards show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich reacts to the New York Giants firing head coach Joe Judge after just two seasons and breaks down the team’s recent string of head coaching failures. NFL Insider Ian Rapoport tells Rich why the Rams were force by injuries in their secondary to bring Eric Weddle out of retirement, the reason(s) why the Giants ultimately chose to cut ties with head coach Joe Judge, why the Miami Dolphins fired Brian Flores despite his back-to-back winning seasons, if the situation in Seattle comes down to the Seahawks keeping either Pete Carroll or Russell Wilson, and what we can expect in the next few weeks from the Las Vegas Raiders, Houston Texans and Carolina Panthers concerning their head coaching positions. Rich tells a Giants fan why current Stanford Head Coach Davis Shaw would be an “outstanding” choice to fill New York’s vacant HC spot. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
49ers All-Pro LB Fred Warner and Rich discuss San Francisco’s defensive mindset and their comeback win over the Rams that punched their playoff ticket, and why he’s expecting a “battle” in the Niners’ Wildcard showdown against the Dallas Cowboys. Wrestler-turned-actor John Cena and Rich discuss his new HBO Max series ‘Peacemaker,’ the new season of TBS’ ‘Wipeout,’ and his reaction to the WWE latest round of releases. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Pro Football Hall of Famer and NFL Network Analyst Michael Irvin and Rich discuss his pre-season prediction for the Cowboys’ regular season record, why he fears for Dallas in their Wildcard Round matchup against the San Francisco 49ers, reveals his favorite memories from those classic Cowboys vs 49ers games in the 90’s including going up against Deion Sanders with Super Bowl appearances on the line. Former All-Pro running back and current Tennessee State Head Coach Eddie George tells Rich how much he’s enjoyed his first year of coaching and the positive impact Deion Sanders has had on small college football, how for his former team the Tennessee Titans can go in the playoffs if Derrick Henry can return to form, his reaction to Georgia beating Alabama for the national championship and how he’s taking his Ohio State Buckeyes’ first loss to Rich’s Michigan for the first time in a decade. Rich awards this week’s ‘REisen Shine Courtyard by Marriott Award’ to 49ers QB Jimmy Garoppolo after he led the Niners to an overtime road win over the Los Angeles Rams to put San Francisco in the playoffs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich recaps the Georgia Bulldogs win over the Alabama Crimson Tide in the College Football Playoff national championship game to capture their first title since 1980 thanks to the play of Stetson Bennett’s rags-to-riches football story. Packers All-Pro Offensive Tackle David Bakhtiari tells Rich he great it felt to be back on the field after missing Green Bay’s first 16 games due to injury, why the Packers feel confident in their Super Bowl chances, why he thinks Aaron Rodgers’ off-field controversies shouldn’t impact his worthiness for the NFL’s MVP Award, and reveals he has some issues with the way the Packers QB is treating that Aston Martin golf cart he gave him prior to the season. Rich and the guys get into a HEATED debate on how much bragging about your favorite team’s success is too much bragging, or if there is even such a thing. Former ‘Modern Family’ star and Kansas City Chiefs superfan Eric Stonestreet responds to the “nouveau riche” trolling by Steelers superfan Joe Manganiello. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Actor Joe Manganiello tells Rich his reaction, as a die-hard Steelers fan, how he spent his NFL Week 18 Sunday waiting for Pittsburgh’s playoff berth to become official and throws some major shade at his wife Sofia Vergara’s former ‘Modern Family’ co-star Eric Stonestreet and the rest of the Kansas City Chiefs’ fanbase, and reveals there’s some secret footage of Michael Strahan from ‘Magic Mike XXL’ that the Hall of Famer would rather keep out of public view. Rich and Brockman preview the College Football Playoff national championship game between the Alabama Crimson Tide and their SEC rival Georgia Bulldogs. Rich reacts to the Colts shocking meltdown in their season finally against the hapless Jacksonville Jaguars and debates if Carson Wentz is the long-term answer in Indianapolis, and ponders a big “what if” involving the Atlanta Falcons, Chicago Bears, Justin Fields, Kyle Pitts and how the season would have shaken out for those teams and players if the 2021 NFL Draft had gone differently for them. An emotional Rich reflects on the life and lasting impression his friend Bob Saget left on fans and friends following his unexpected passing at the age of 65. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Pro Football Talk’s Mike Florio tells Rich why the Miami Dolphins surprisingly fired Brian Flores after back-to-back winning seasons and how the team’s QB situation played a factor in his ouster, why the New York Giants didn’t can Joe Judge despite the appearance that the head coach was “trying to get fired,” if the Denver Broncos, Chicago Bears or Minnesota Vikings have the most attractive head coach opening, and why the Las Vegas Raiders should make interim Head Coach Rich Bisaccia the team’s permanent HC instead of going after Jim Harbaugh. Rich, not shockingly, reveals he wants Jim Harbaugh to remain at Michigan but says why the Wolverines Head Coach would be a great fit for the Chicago Bears. In his ‘Overreaction Monday’ segment Rich says if the dicey decisions this season by Brandon Staley cost the Chargers a spot in the playoffs, if the Dolphins will regret firing Brian Flores, if the Colts’ gamble on Carson Wentz was a massive failure, if the 49ers are the most dangerous road team in the NFC playoffs, of Jim Harbaugh will stay at Michigan, and if the Packers should be Super Bowl favorites. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich recaps the NFL’s thrilling final regular season weekend that saw some improbable endings to games that determined the NFC and AFC playoff landscape including the Chargers and Raiders going down to a last-second overtime field goal that put Las Vegas in the postseason after some controversial decisions by Los Angeles head coach Brandon Staley. Rich weighs in on the NFL’s ‘Black Monday’ that saw the Denver Broncos part ways with head coach Vic Fangio, the Chicago Bears ousting their HC Matt Nagy along with GM Ryan Pace, the Minnesota Vikings firing HC Mike Zimmer and GM Rick Spielman, and the Miami Dolphins’ surprising move to fire head coach Brian Flores while it appears Joe Judge will get a pass despite his “disastrous” season at the helm of the New York Giants. Rich recaps TJ’s trolling of him on twitter during the Cowboys’ blowout of the Eagles when lends the question: how long is too long to react to a tweet during a live football game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich reacts to news that the Jaguars are interviewing Byron Leftwich, and the guys debate if the Buccaneers’ Offensive Coordinator or former Texans Head Coach Bill O’Brien would be a better fit in Jacksonville. (timestamp). Despite his AB fatigue, Rich reacts to Antonio Brown’s latest comments about the nature of his friendship with Tom Brady and runs through the long list of players and coaches who now find themselves on the other side of burnt bridges with the embattled WR. TJ Jefferson breaks out his weekly ‘Big-Ass Grab Bag’ and list the top NFL coaches and players who deserve to be in the Pro Football Hall of Fame.
Packers RB AJ Dillon tells Rich how he handled the challenges of the NFL to become an integral facet of Green Bay’s offense as a late-game battering ram closer, how Aaron Rodgers has mentored him and why the embattled QB deserves to be NFL MVP despite what a certain voter thinks, what his leg day workouts are like, and his affinity for sports card collecting.
Chris Brockman offers up his NFL Week 18 ‘Sneaky Good Games’ for your sports betting pleasure including the Steelers vs Ravens, Bills vs Jets, and Chargers vs Raiders. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich previews the NFL’s Week 18 slate and ponders if the league adding an extra 17th game to the regular season was worth it from a football and business standpoint, and breaks down the slew of NFL single-season records that could fall this weekend with the added regular season game.
Rams LB Von Miller tells Rich how this year’s L.A. team compares to his 2015 Super Bowl-winning Broncos team, what makes perennial All-Pro DT Aaron Donald so great, how he reacted to Denver trading him and why he wouldn’t mind inking a long-term deal to remain in Los Angeles.
In response to a prompt from Jeff in Detroit Rich explains why the Joe Burrow-led Cincinnati Bengals are the most pleasantly surprising team in the NFL this season while the Seattle Seahawks beat out the Cleveland Browns and Jacksonville Jaguars as his most disappointing team. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich previews the NFL’s Week 18 slate of games and explains how adding the extra game to the 2021 schedule has resulted in a final weekend full of potentially playoff picture-shifting showdowns. NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport tells Rich how JJ Watt was able to speed up his rehab process in order to get back on the field weeks ahead of schedule for the Cardinals’ first playoff game, that the Buccaneers tried to get Antonio Brown some counseling before cutting the oft-traveled wide receiver and if money played a role in his beef with the Bucs, which NFL teams will be shopping for new head coaches and if Michigan’s Jim Harbaugh could be on some teams’ wish list. Rich reacts to the latest “sordidness” surrounding Antonio Brown and his alleged actions with a notorious Instagram model the night before the Buccaneers game against the Jets. Rich and the guys debate if coworkers like the Arizona Cardinals’ Kyler Murray and Chandler Jones should follow each other on social media which leads to the revelation of a long-simmering beef between TJ and Mike Del Tufo. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Executive Producer of NBC’s ‘Sunday Night Football’ Fred Gaudelli shares his favorite John Madden stories including a reveal that the NFL legend actually found out he was in the Hall of Fame via Rich on ‘Total Access,’ reveals what it was like to hand over a live microphone to Norm Macdonald when the late comedian hosted the ESPYs one year, and how he and the SNF crew will handle a situation in which the Chargers and Raiders could take knees and settle for a tie in order to get both teams into the playoffs.
Pro Football Hall of Famer Warren Sapp tells Rich how he reacted to seeing Antonio Brown walk out on his former team the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, why he’s not as high on the Green Bay Packers’ Super Bowl chances as most pundits are, and why the Cowboys aren’t taking full advantage of Micah Parsons’ substantial talent.
Rich wraps up the hour breaking down Tom Brady’s comments about Antonio Brown’s departure and says if anyone can motivate Tampa’s locker room it’s the 7-time Super Bowl champion. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
NBC ‘Sunday Night Football’ analyst Cris Collinsworth tells Rich if Tom Brady and the Buccaneers can repeat as Super Bowl champions in the face of key injuries and the departure of Antonio Brown, how deep Joe Burrow can take the Cincinnati Bengals in the playoffs, why he would go for a tie if he were coaching the Chargers or Raiders in their Sunday Night Football showdown in order to secure a postseason berth, and reveals that he nearly was put in the same broadcast booth as John Madden…as the play-by-play announcer.
The MMQB’s Albert Breer tells Rich why Antonio Brown’s latest blowup likely marks the end of his NFL career, if Aaron Rodgers, Russell Wilson and/or Deshaun Watson will be on different teams for the 2022 season and how things could shake out at QB for the Raiders, Browns, Steelers and other teams, how likely Jim Harbaugh is to make a return to the NFL sidelines, and his assessment of #1 overall draft pick Trevor Lawrence after a rocky rookie season with the Jacksonville Jaguars. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich reacts to Antonio Brown’s inflammatory allegations against Bruce Arians and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers where the embattled WR took to social media to explain what led to him walking off on the team in the middle of their game against the New York Jets.
‘Brother from Another’ co-host Michael Smith and Rich discuss the latest in the Antonio Brown-Bucs drama, and if Nets G Kyrie Irving walks back his stance and gets a covid vaccination so he can play in the team’s home games in Brooklyn. Rich and the guys revisit the AB saga, reacting to two Adam Schefter tweets that shed some light on the WR’s displeasure with Tampa Bay’s front office and coaching staff. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bruce Feldman of FOX Sports and The Athletic tells Rich why Jim Harbaugh is considering returning to the NFL with possibly the Las Vegas Raiders or Chicago Bears, why the new NIL rules combined with the Transfer Portal have changed college football for better and worse for both coaches and players, and which coaches (ahem Bill O’Brien and Matt Rhule) could possibly replace Harbaugh in Ann Arbor. Rich predicts how Kyrie Irving returning to the Brooklyn Nets for road games will go, and how his situation compares to that of defending Australian Open Champion Novak Djokovic who likely won’t get a chance to defend his title due to being unvaccinated against Covid-19. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich reacts (giddily) to the news that the Tennessee Titans have activated RB Derrick Henry from Injured Reserve. Michigan alum Rich reacts to Bruce Feldman’s report that Wolverines’ head coach Jim Harbaugh is itching to return to the NFL,and explains why he’s already salivating over the New York Jets’ top 2022 NFL Draft prospects. NFL Network Analyst Daniel Jeremiah and Rich preview the Chargers vs Raiders on Sunday Night Football and the growth of Bolts’ QB Justin Herbert, tells Rich which rookie quarterbacks have impressed and which have disappointed this year, if NFL scouts will ping draft prospects for opting out of playing in their teams’ bowl games, and if there’s a chance Antonio Brown with sign with another team if and when the Buccaneers release the oft-travelled WR. Rich and the guys wonder if jaguars QB Trevor Lawrence will ever be able to get over the disastrous tenure of Urban Meyer to fulfill his vast potential. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich reacts to the brewing controversy created when longtime football journalist Hub Arkush said he won’t be casting an NFL MVP vote for Packers QB Aaron Rodgers because the Green Bay QBs’ off-field actions have detracted from his on-field exploits. Pro Football Talk’s Mike Florio tells Rich why Arkush’s Rodgers-for-MVP stance is “substantially erroneous” and that he should not be allowed to vote for the award any longer, why the Tampa Bay Buccaneers still haven’t cut Antonio Brown and why the Chiefs, Rams or Packers could bring in the embattled WR if and when he gets released, why he expects half a dozen NFL teams to hire new head coaches this off-season with Jim Harbaugh possibly leaving Michigan for a return to the pro game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich breaks down the remaining NFL Playoffs clinching scenarios involving the Ravens, Bills, Patriots, Bengals, Charges, Raiders, Colts, Steelers, Rams, Cardinals, Saints and more. (timestamp). Rich hands out this week’s ‘Courtyard by Marriott REisen Shine Award’ to the Arizona Cardinals’ defense who put the clamps down on Dak Prescott and the Dallas Cowboys in their Week 17 matchup. (timestamp). NFL Network Analyst Kurt Warner tells Rich why the Browns have some big decisions to make when it comes to the “majorly inconsistent” Baker Mayfield, why Joe Burrow is quickly rising up the ranks as one of the league’s best QBs, why Aaron Rodgers and the Packers are the NFC favorites but Tom Brady and the Bucs remain dangerous despite a rash of injuries, and why he doubled down on wearing that now infamous shiny silver jacket on-air. (timestamp). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Los Angeles Chargers Head Coach Brandon Staley tells Rich how Justin Herbert has improved as a QB this season, why he’s not afraid to take chances on 4th down, and why he’s not planning to settle for a tie against the Raiders even though that outcome could potentially send both teams into the playoffs. Rich and the guys react to that ‘People’ magazine reporter taking a 2nd shot at asking Bill Belichick if he has any New Year’s resolutions by announcing their own resolutions. Rich reacts to Nets fans applauding Antonio Brown when he showed up at Barclays Center in Brooklyn and says why some people need to adjust their POV on the embattled WR’s behavior. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich recaps the Steelers’ Monday Night Football win over the Browns and reflects on Ben Roethlisberger’s final home game in front of Pittsburgh fans, and says why the Cleveland shouldn’t part ways with Baker Mayfield after his “step back season” but they shouldn’t give him a long-term deal either. NBC Sports’ Peter King and Rich discuss if NFL records broken during an expanded 17-game season are legitimate, why the Buccaneers haven’t actually released Antonio Brown yet, why the Browns would be “irresponsible” to give Baker Mayfield a long-term mega contract, if a Russell Wilson-Pete Carroll divorce is looming, and the impact the late player and head coach Dan Reeves left on the NFL. Rich and the guys debate how the 2004 NFL draft would go down now knowing what we do about Eli Manning, Ben Roethlisberger and Philip Rivers. Rich and the guys also debate if the Chargers and Raiders should compete as usual on Sunday Night Football with the winner earning a playoff spot or if the two teams should just take a knee on each down, settle for a tie and see BOTH teams advance to the postseason. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Tampa Bay Times Buccaneers insider Rick Stroud tells Rich that Antonio Brown “was paranoid” after returning from his NFL suspension and in the weeks leading up to his sideline meltdown where the WR walked off the field in the middle of Tampa’s game against the Jets, and why things look “dark and gloomy” for the Bucs but he’s not counting them out because of one reason: Tom Brady. Rich previews the Steelers vs the Browns on Monday Night Football and breaks down what went wrong for Cleveland in a season that began with Super Bowl hopes. Rich wraps up the show paying tribute to NFL coaching and broadcasting legend John Madden and the lasting impact he left on the game, the fans, and everyone involved in the sport. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Steelers QB Ben Roethlisberger and Rich discuss what is likely his final home game in Pittsburgh against the Cleveland Browns on Monday Night Football and what his post-football plans are when he finally hangs up his cleats and walks away from his storied NFL career. Rich breaks down the Eagles’ climbing from the depths of a poor start to their season to landing an NFC postseason berth, why the Cowboys are formidable but still have some major weaknesses to overcome if they want to go deep in the playoffs, and offers up his kudos to the Tennessee Titans for sitting atop the AFC despite a season of key injuries and challenges. In his NFL Week 17 ‘Overreaction Monday’ Rich says if the Buccaneers can win the Super Bowl without Antonio Brown, if the Eagles are the most dangerous NFC East team in the playoffs, if the Bengals are the most dangerous team in the AFC, if Trey Lance can win a playoff game for the 49ers, if the Super Bowl is the Packers’ to lose, who deserves NFL Coach of the Year Award, if Rich Bisaccia should be made the Raiders permanent Head Coach, and if Matt Nagy will return next year as the Bears HC. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich recaps the NFL’s Week 17 slate and explains why Aaron Rodgers and the Green Bay Packers are clearly the team to beat in the NFC. Rich reacts to Antonio Brown’s unraveling on the Buccaneers sideline and walking off the field in the middle of the Bucs’ game against the New York Jets. Michigan alum Rich revisits the Wolverine’s beatdown at the hands of the Georgia Bulldogs in their College Football Playoff semifinal in the Orange Bowl and has one final message to everyone trolling him about UM’s loss, and reacts to Ole Miss QB Matt Corral going down with a leg injury in a bowl game while other high-profile NFL Draft prospects opted out of playing in their respective bowl games. Rich and the guys debate of the Cincinnati Bengals are the best team in the AFC right now and if Joe Burrow deserves the NFL’s Comeback Player of the Year Award over Dallas Cowboys QB Dak Prescott. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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With guest host Brian Weber. Would Niners Be Wiser To Go With Fully Healthy Trey Lance Instead Of Injured Jimmy Garopolo? It's New Years Eve: 2022 Sports Predictions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
With guest host Brian Weber. Preview NFL Key Matchups: Cardinals at Cowboys, Chiefs at Bengals, Playoff Picture How Much Will CFP Ratings Today Be Negatively Impacted By Early Start & Fans Preference To Party On NYE? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
With guest host Brian Weber. Are the Rams really contenders to play the Super Bowl on their home field? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
With guest host Brian Weber. QBs with cloudy futures: Russell Wilson, Baker Mayfield, Ben Roethlisberger Miami is in the midst of 7 game winning streak: Is Tua doing enough to be the Dolphins' solution to perennial QB issues? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
With guest host Brian Weber. Aaron Rodgers says he will make his offseason decision quickly, Are the Packers still favorites to win it all? If Jim Harbaugh wins a national championship is he more or less likely to head back to the NFL? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
With guest host Brian Weber. Discussing John Madden's legacy and the significant NFL Covid policy change that moved Carson Wentz from out to possibly playing Sunday CFB Bowl Week: More canceled games remind us without players, there are no games. If the coaches can shake down the schools, why shouldn't the players? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
With guest host Brian Weber. AFC Is a Jumbled Mess. Who Is The Chiefs Biggest Threat/2nd Best Team In The NFL? How Much Will Bucs Injuries Impact Chances To Repeat? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
With guest host Brian Weber. Discussing John Madden's legacy and the significant NFL Covid policy change that moved Carson Wentz from out to possibly playing Sunday NFL Teams Can Interview Candidates This Week For Vacancies. Why Did Bears Stick With Matt Nagee? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
With guest host Dan Schwartzman. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
With guest host Dan Schwartzman. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
With guest host Dan Schwartzman. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
With guest host Dan Schwartzman. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
With guest host Dan Schwartzman. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
With guest host Dan Schwartzman. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich recaps Thursday Night Football and debates Brockman on whether the San Francisco 49ers or the Tennessee Titans will go further in the playoffs. In his weekly ‘What’s More Likely’ segment Rich weighs in on Cooper Kupp, Jonathan Taylor, Bills vs Patriots, Tom Brady, Browns, Steelers vs Chiefs, Steph Curry, Kevin Durant and more! Rich and Brockman react to Lakers’ fans overreaction to the changing of L.A.’s Staples Center to Crypto.com arena. Dolphins Head Coach Brian Flores tells Rich what he told his 1-7 team before they reeled of 6 wins in a row, how Tua Tagovailoa has improved as a QB and as a team leader this season, and more. The guys wrap up the hour discussing NASA’s Christmas Day plans, Nick Foles being announced as the Bears starting QB this week, and Chris Brockman offers up his NFL Week 16 ‘Sneaky Good Games’ featuring the Raiders vs Broncos, Jets vs Jaguars, and Patriots vs Bills. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Two-time Super Bowl champion James Harrison tells Rich why he’s not sold on TJ Watt as the NFL’s Defensive Player of the Year award, his impression of Dallas Cowboys rookie LB Micah Parsons, if this is Ben Roethlisberger’s final year in the NFL, and why Tom Brady’s attention to detail and drive is matched only by his likeability as a teammate. Pro Football Hall of Famer and current Jackson State Head Coach Deion Sanders tells Rich what it was like to win the FCS’s Eddie Robinson Coach of the Year award and steal the nation’s #1 overall recruit away from his alma mater Florida State, discuss his long-term plan for JSU and if he’d ever consider jumping ship for a job at a bigger school, and his assessment of Cowboys standouts CB Trevon Diggs and LB Micah Parsons. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich recaps the Titans’ Thursday Night Football win over the 49ers and explains why Tennessee showed they are still a formidable team in the AFC when healthy, and says why Jimmy Garoppolo’s mistakes displayed why the Niners drafted Trey Lance to be their long-term QB. TJ Jefferson breaks out his ‘Big-Ass Grab Bag’ and lists his top 5 moments from 2021 including Manningcast, Michigan beating Ohio State, his ‘The Price Is Right’ appearance and more. Rich says why he’s already looking forward to the 2022 NFL Draft to find out if Brockman and TJ’s bet about the draft position of Pitt Panthers QB Kenny Pickett will be decided. Rich lists the 5 questions he’d like to ask Urban Meyer if he had the chance to sit down with the fired Jacksonville Jaguars Head Coach and comments on the fact that we haven’t seen Deshaun Watson on the field at all this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich fields calls from viewers more than happy to air their Festivus grievances, and debates Chris Brockman on which 100-mph-throwing lefty fireballer they’d rather face (or rather NOT face)…Randy Johnson or Aroldis Chapman. Saints QB Taysom Hill tells Rich what it felt like to win a head-to-head matchup against Tom Brady, how he’s had to adjust his mindset in going from New Orleans backup/occasional weapon to being the starting QB, what it’s like to throw an NFL pass with a mangled finger, why the Saints remain confident they can reach the playoffs, and what advice and feedback he still gets from Drew Brees on a weekly basis. Rich and the guys react to a caller who poses the question: is Mike McCarthy a Hall of Famer if he wins a Super Bowl with the Cowboys to go along with his Packers title ring? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On the heels of the Saints announcing QBs Taysom Hill and his backup Trevor Siemian have tested positive for Covid-19 Rich recounts the many maladies that have beset New Orleans this season. It’s Festivus so Rich and the guys perform their ‘Airing of Grievances’ to honor Frank Constanza, the irascible ‘Seinfeld’ character. NBC Sports Boston’s Patriots Insider Tom Curran tells Rich why he was shocked to hear Bill Belichick apologize this week for being terse with the media, how rookie QB Mac Jones has bounced back from adversity this season and how much trust Belichick has in the Pats’ passing game as they head into their pivotal Week 16 AFC East showdown against the Buffalo Bills. Rich and the guys debate if Los Angeles Rams WR Cooper Kupp or Indianapolis Colts RB Jonathan Taylor should be named the NFL’s Offensive Player of the Year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich runs through the myriad NFL Playoff clinching scenarios heading into Week 16. FOX Sports NFL Analyst Greg Olsen tells Rich why Colts RB Jonathan Taylor is as good as any other player in the NFL, how deep in the playoffs the Patriots can go with rookie QB Mac Jones, if he trusts Dak Prescott or Kyler Murray more with a playoff game on the line, what he’s expecting from tonight’s 49ers vs Titans matchup and why the Niners are as dangerous as any team in the playoff picture, why the Packers are the team to beat in the NFC, and how the Bucs will deal with the Panthers’ 2-QB attack of Cam Newton and Sam Darnold. Rich and the guys run through the latest wave of NBA covid-positive tests and why the league should put Warriors G Steph Curry in protective custody until Christmas Day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The MMQB’s Albert Breer tells Rich how the NFL players union stepped in to keep the league from cancelling some Week 15 games in the wake of Covid-19 outbreaks so they wouldn’t have to pay players, what the Seahawks’ disappointing 5-9 season bodes for Russell Wilson’s future in Seattle and which teams could be in play to trade for the Super Bowl-winning QB in the offseason, why Joe Judge is likely to keep his job as Giants Head Coach, why the Bears are likely to fire their HC Matt Nagy and shock the world be trading for Saints Head Coach Sean Payton, and his reaction, as an Ohio State alum, to Urban Meyer’s flameout with the Jacksonville Jaguars.
Rich and Brockman preview the Bills vs Patriots Week 16 showdown and wonder if we’ll have another wild weather fiasco we saw the first time the two AFC East rivals met in Week 13. Rich says why the Seahawks should act quickly if and when they decide to trade Russell Wilson and throw around some possible swap scenarios that include Deshaun Watson or Baker Mayfield in Seattle next season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mike Del Tufo finds a kindred spirit in view Mike Del Aberto who defends the embattled audio mixer’s penchant for not actually doing work when he’s at work. Rich predicts which NFL bubble teams will or will not make the playoffs including the New Orleans Saints, Philadelphia Eagles, Pittsburgh Steelers, Cleveland Browns, and Raiders.
‘Sunday Night Football’ Hall of Fame announcer Al Michaels and Rich discuss the anniversary of Brett Favre’s Monday Night Football game where he threw 4 first-half touchdowns the day after the unexpected death of his father, and what’s at stake for the Dallas Cowboys playoff seeding and the Washington Football Team’s playoff chances in their SNF showdown, and how that game’s outcome could shape the NFC playoff picture down the road.
Rich comments on the Packers’ QB history and wonders if the Brett Favre-to-Aaron Rodgers transition was the greatest QB succession story in NFL history. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich reacts to the latest covid-related news coming out of the NFL and recaps Cooper Kupp’s monster night in the Rams win over the Seahawks in his MONSTER season that is likely to see the WR lead the NFL in receptions, receiving yards and receiving TDs, and says why a Russell Wilson-Pete Carroll divorce could be likely in the face of Seattle’s first losing season with them as QB and Head Coach.
Hall of Famer Marshall Faulk and Rich discuss some of the funniest moments they had while working together at NFL Network, his reaction to Kurt Warner’s wardrobe choice this week that nearly broke the internet, why he still has questions about Rams QB Matthew Stafford, and why he’s not surprised Urban Meyer fell on his face with the Jacksonville Jaguars.
Rich’s wife, Suzy Shuster, calls in to weigh-in/pile on Rich about his questionable wardrobe choice of wearing a fedora on-air once. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich and the guys spend some more time reacting to Kurt Warner’s shiny silver puffy jacket he wore in the Browns vs Raiders booth, and preview the Tuesday NFL games between the Eagles and WFT and Rams and Seahawks, and react to the New York Mets hiring former Yankees manager Buck Showalter to be their new skipper. Rich reveals his strategy for next year’s Run Rich Run 40-yard dash: “run fast.” In his ‘4 Downs’ segment Rich weighs in on the Cowboys’ Achilles heel, why the Packers have a late game closer not named “Aaron,” why Ravens backup QB Tyler Huntley might not be a backup for long, and why he thinks 3 current division leaders won’t end up winning their divisions. Rich and the guys run through the latest list of NFL players who’ve been sidelined. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ole Miss Head Football Coach Lane Kiffin and Rich discuss how the introduction of the NCAA’s Transfer Portal combined with the new NIL rules have been a boon and a detriment to college football, the draft hopes of Rebs’ QB Matt Corral, the maddest he ever made Nick Saban, and his reaction to Urban Meyer’s rough go of it in the NFL. ESPN NBA Analyst Richard Jefferson tells Rich how the omicron variant is impacting the NBA’s season, why the Nets reversed course on their initial decision to not play the unvaccinated Kyrie Irving, why he’s excited for the restoration of the Golden State Warriors as NBA Championship-caliber team, why the Lakers season outlook went from ‘meh’ to worrisome with the knee injury to Anthony Davis, and why a Damian Lillard trade to the Philadelphia 76ers “ain’t happening!”. Rich and the guys (and pretty much everyone on Twitter) react to Kurt Warner’s questionable fashion choice of a shiny silver puffer jacket for his color analyst gig on the NFL Network’s Raiders vs Browns telecast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich recaps the Raiders’ last-second win over the Browns and says why Cleveland fans, with their team now in last place in the AFC North, should still not lose hope for a playoff spot while Raider Nation should be proud of the resiliency the Silver and Black have shown in the face of adversity this season. Rich weighs in on the Vikings’ Monday Night Football win over the Bears and says why it might be time for Chicago to move on from head coach Matt Nagy. Two-time Super Bowl champion QB Eli Manning tells Rich how much fun he’s having on ESPN’s Monday Night Football Manningcast with his brother Peyton, how he landed Bill Murray as a guest on ‘The Eli Manning Show’ on the New York Giants’ YouTube channel, and why the team has a “tough decision” to make on Daniel Jones as New York’s QB of the future. Rich reacts to news that the NBA might have to shuffle its Christmas Day slate of games, and awards the Saints defense with the ‘Courtyard by Marriott Reisen Shine’ award for their stellar play in New Orleans’ shutout win over Tom Brady and the Buccaneers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Tampa Bay Times Buccaneers Insider Rick Stroud tells Rich how the Bucs’ rash of injuries to Mike Evans, Chris Godwin and Leonard Fournette could impact Tampa’s playoff outlook, why the Buccaneers are welcoming Antonio Brown back after his 3-games suspension for lying about his vaccination status instead of cutting him, which unknown players could step up in the face of the aforementioned injuries, how much longer the team and fans are expecting the ageless Tom Brady to play in the NFL, and why he’s standing by his reporting of Urban Meyer kicking Jaguars kicker Josh Lambo and how Meyer’s lawyers attempted to quash the story prior to the head coach getting fired.
Rich reacts to Meyer’s comments over the weekend to NFL Insider Ian Rapoport and explains why the fired Jaguars coach’s “lack of self-awareness” ultimately led to his embarrassing downfall.
Rich and the guys react to the news that Buccaneers WR Chris Godwin will miss the rest of the season after suffering a torn ACL in Tampa Bay’s Sunday Night Football loss to the New Orleans Saints. Rich attempts to comfort a fellow New York Jets fan who laments (yet another) dismal season from their favorite NFL team. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Pro Football Talk’s Mike Florio tells Rich why the NFL has “thrown in the towel” on their Covid-19 protocols in order to save their season, how the Jaguars can get away without having to play Urban Meyer after firing him for cause, and if the losing head coach between the Bears and Vikings (Mike Zimmer and Matt Nagy) on Monday Night Football could find themselves unemployed by Tuesday morning and how the NFL’s new rules on interviewing rules could result in a head coach getting fired even when his team is still in the playoff hunt.
Rich recounts that time he met ‘Friday Night Lights’ actor Brad Leland who famously portrayed Dillon Panthers Booster ‘Buddy Garrity’ on the acclaimed high school football drama.
In his weekly ‘Overreaction Monday’ segment Rich says if John Harbaugh’s controversial 4th down decisions this season will cost the Ravens and AFC North crown, if Tom Brady’s poor showing against the Saints cost him the NFL MVP award, if we’re on a Chiefs vs Packers Super Bowl collision course, if the Colts are the 2nd-most dangerous team in the AFC right now, if TJ Watt will win the NFL’s Defensive Player of the Year Award, and if the Rams, not the Arizona Cardinals, will win the NFC West. Cowboys fan TJ Jefferson reacts to Dallas improving to 10-4 on the year but ponders if there’s reason for concern despite currently sitting at the #2 spot in the NFC playoff seedings. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich breaks down the action from the NFL’s Week 15 slate and how the latest round of surprising outcomes impacts the AFC and NFC playoff pictures, and comments on the Saints’ defense taking it to the Buccaneers on Sunday Night Football, handing Tom Brady his first shutout since 2006.
Steelers All-Pro Safety Minkah Fitzpatrick tells Rich why Pittsburgh keeps bouncing back after every time they’ve been counted out this season and how head coach Mike Tomlin has kept his squad motivated throughout the ups and downs, if the NFL is legislating too much physicality out of the game, and reveals what he did at Alabama that had Crimson Tide Head Coach Nick Saban seeing red.
Rich makes the case for Indianapolis Colts RB Jonathan Taylor to win the NFL MVP Award, and reacts to Bill Belichick’s shocking apology to being terse with the media following the Patriots’ loss to the Colts on Saturday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich and the guys react to the rapidly-spreading Covid virus among NFL teams and the possible implications for Week 15 games. (timestamp). In his ‘What’s More Likely segment Rich talks Jonathan Taylor, Mac Jones, Ben Roethlisberger, Ravens, Cooper Kupp, Tom Brady, Dak Prescott, Micah Parsons and more. TJ breaks out his Big Ass Grab Bag and lists his top five basketball movie sharpshooters among Jesus Shuttlesworth from ‘He Got Game,’ Billy Hoyle from ‘White Men Can’t Jump’ and others. Did ‘Hoosiers’ Jimmy Chitwood make the cut? Vikings All-Pro safety Harrison Barnes and Rich discuss the Vikes’ frustrating season and if they are playing to save the job head coach Mike Zimmer, which NFL QB is the toughest to read, and his reaction (as a Notre Dame alum) to Brian Kelly jilting the Fighting Irish for LSU. Chris Brockman offers up his ‘Sneaky Good Games’ for NFL Week 15 including the Broncos vs the Bengals, the Urban Meyer-less Jaguars vs the Texans, and Ravens vs the Packers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
NBC News’ Steve Kornakci and Rich break down the AFC and NFC playoff pictures with detailed stats on which teams have the best chance to win their conference’s top seed and which teams might be on the outside looking in when the postseason kicks off, and how Urban Meyer’s flameout with the Jaguars compares to some disastrous political campaigns of note. Kurt and Brenda Warner and Rich Eisen discuss their new biopic ‘American Underdog’ that chronicles Warner’s unexpected rise from unknown Arena League QB to Super Bowl champion to the Pro Football Hall of Fame while detailing the challenges they faced in their personal lives along the way. Warner also weighs in on Urban Meyer’s firing by the Jacksonville Jaguars. Rich and the guys react to Saints head coach Sean Payton contracting covid-19 again and some possible game postponements in the wake of the virus’ spread among NFL teams. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich recaps the Chiefs’ “dynamite” OT win over the Chargers saying the pivotal AFC West showdown “felt like a playoff game” and debates if L.A. Head Coach Brandon Staley was too brave for his own good when deciding to go for it on multiple 4th downs instead of settling for field goals. NFL Network Analyst Daniel Jeremiah tells Rich why he has no problem with the Chargers’ aggressiveness on 4th downs last night vs the Chiefs, if KC and Patrick Mahomes or Mac Jones and the Patriots are the team to beat in the AFC and if Tom Brady and the Bucs are the NFC’s favorites, how Urban Meyer’s “tremendous amount of arrogance” ultimately led to his demise with the Jacksonville Jaguars, and if Pitt Panthers QB Kenny Pickett has a chance to go in the top 5 of the 2022 NFL Draft (possibly to the New York Giants to replace Daniel Jones?). Rich dons his Michigan Wolverines alum hat to gleefully explain why he’s taking such joy in former Ohio State Buckeyes head coach Urban Meyer’s spectacular failure in the NFL. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
NFL Network Analyst and 3-time Super Bowl champion Willie McGinest tells Rich why the Jacksonville Jaguars had no choice but to fire Urban Meyer once he lost the trust of the locker room, how the 2021 Patriots are eerily similar to the 2001 Pats, if he’ll root for Tom Brady or New England if they meet in the Super Bowl, and how much longer he expects TB12 to play in the NFL. Emmy-nominated actor Will Forte and Rich discuss reviving his Saturday Night Live ‘MacGruber’ character for a new comedy series on Peacock, reveals that he didn’t fully buy into the character in the beginning, talks Raiders, fatherhood and more! Rich reviews the new Kurt Warner biopic ‘American Underdog’ base on the life story of the Hall of Fame QB and Rams Super Bowl champion. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich and Brockman preview the pivotal showdown between the Patrick Mahomes’ Kansas City Chiefs and Justin Herbert’s Los Angeles Chargers with the two divided on who wins to secure first place in the AFC West. Rich ponders Urban Meyer’s next career move and says why a return to being a TV pundit is more likely than him returning to the college game as a head coach again. ‘Brother from Another’ co-host Michael Smith tells Rich why he might be the happiest person in America today because of the Jaguars firing of Meyer, saying a lack of character was his fatal flaw, and says why Deion Sanders’ flipping the nation’s #1 football recruit from Florida State to Jackson State could be the start of something big for HBCU’s. Rich responds to a caller who says Jaguars Owner Shad Khan deserves some of the blame for Urban Meyer’s failure in Jacksonville. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich reacts to the Jacksonville Jaguars firing Urban Meyer just 13 games into his NFL head coaching career calling his 2-11 record on the field combined with numerous blunders off the field a “spectacular faceplant.” NFL Insider Ian Rapoport tells Rich why Meyer’s “so many missteps” lead to his demise in Jacksonville and whether or not we’ll ever see him coaching on a sideline again, which direction the Jags go with their next head coaching hire (Patriots OC Josh McDaniels? Bucs OC Byron Leftwich?) to develop #1 overall draft pick Trevor Lawrence, and which NFL coaches are on the hottest hot seats heading down the stretch run (ahem, Mike Zimmer and Matt Nagy). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Comedian Bert Kreischer tells Rich why he would make a great NFL head coach or commissioner (hint: onside kicks on EVERY kickoff…end zone celebrations with costume changes), how his parenting skills compare to Tiger Woods’, if he would let golfer John Daly hit a drive while holding a golf tee in his mouth, why he enjoys taking his shirt off in public and but enjoys taking ALL of his clothes off at home even more, some great stories about ‘Star Wars’ star Mark Hamill will filming the upcoming movie ‘The Machine’ and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
ESPN’s Monday Night Football NFL Analyst Brian Griese tells Rich how the Rams played more like a team and less like individual stars on their key win over their NFC West rival Arizona Cardinals, why the 49ers could be the most dangerous NFC team in the postseason if they make the playoffs, why the Buffalo Bills have underachieved this season, why the AFC playoff landscape is wide open, and if his Michigan Wolverines have a chance to win the College Football Playoff in January. The MMQB’s Senior NFL Reporter Albert Breer and Rich discuss Deion Sanders flipping the nation’s #1 recruit, Travis Hunter, from Florida State to Jackson State, why the NFL will need to make changes to its Covid-19 protocols in order to have the Super Bowl played as-scheduled, how a proposed change to the league’s interviewing process could lead to head coaches getting fired before the regular season ends, and how the unrest in Jacksonville surrounding Urban Meyer and the Jaguars could play out.
Rich breaks down the decision Jaguars Owner Shad Khan will have to make over the next few weeks about the viability of Urban Meyer in Jacksonville. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich reacts to Steph Curry breaking the NBA’s career three-pointers record and debates if the Warriors guard has earned a spot on basketball’s Mount Rushmore of top 4 players of all-time.
Two-time Super Bowl champion Chris Long tells Rich if he would want to play in the Raiders-Browns game if he were still in the NFL given the spreading Covid-19 outbreak in the Cleveland locker room, why Urban Meyer has been an unmitigated disaster so far with the Jacksonville Jaguars, if he’s concerned about the Arizona Cardinals with injuries to De’Andre Hopkins and James Conner in their loss to the Rams, and if the Micah Parsons-Lawrence Taylor or fair for the Cowboys’ rookie linebacker.
Rich reacts to Deion Sanders flipping the nation’s top recruit from Florida State to Jackson State and says 1) people shouldn’t be surprised, and 2) the Seminoles made a HUGE mistake when the bypassed Prime for their open head coaching job back two years ago. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rams OT Andrew Whitworth tells Rich what it was like to be the oldest player in NFL history to start a game at LT at 40-years-old and how L.A. responded to positive Covid tests to key players before knocking off the NFC West-leading Arizona Cardinals on Monday Night Football, why being nominated for the NFL’s Walter Payton Man of the Year Award for his off-the-field charity work means as much to him as winning games on the field, and his reaction to Brian Kelly’s new southern drawl he introduced in his first appearance in front of fans at his alma mater LSU. Actor Terry Crews tells Rich why he still has dreams of playing in the NFL (but playing much better than he did when he actually played in the NFL), his fondest memories of former Chargers teammate Junior Seau, and how much fun he had voicing an animated wrestler in his new Paramount+ film ‘Rumble.’ Rich confesses that ‘Elf’ makes him tear up every time he watches it while TJ reveals that he’s never seen the Will Ferrell Christmas classic. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The hour kicks off with Rich doing a deep dive into TJ Jefferson’s resume and its many bullet points under the “Skills” category. Rich and the guys debate who’s the frontrunner in the NFL MVP race among Tom Brady, Aaron Rodgers, Matthew Stafford, Kyler Murray and others. Packers All-Pro WR Davante Adams tells Rich why he was rooting for the Rams to beat the Cardinals on Monday Night Football, why Green Bay is clicking on all cylinders right now, if Matt LaFleur is a bit more chesty on the sidelines in his 3rd year as head coach, and if his future with the Packers depends on Aaron Rodgers’ future with the Packers. Rich reacts to Jerry Jones addressing whether or not Dak Prescott is in a “slump,” and makes the case for Cowboys rookie LB Micah Parsons as the NFL’s Defensive Player of the Year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich recaps the Rams’ pivotal win on Monday Night football to pull within a game of the NFC West-leading Cardinals and explains why backup RB Sony Michel was the key Matthew Stafford and L.A.’s passing attack, and says what dropping from the #1 seed in the NFC to the #3 seed means for Kyler Murray and Arizona. NFL Network reporter Tom Pelissero and Rich discuss his story on growing discontent in Jacksonville between Urban Meyer and his coaching staff and players, and Meyer’s refuting the report, how long his tenure in Jacksonville will last, the overall impact on the development of #1 overall draft pick Trevor Lawrence, and if the NFL is prepared to delay the Super Bowl if the Covid-19 infection rate continues to rise. Rich reacts to the latest Urban Meyer-Jaguars drama and says there’s one surefire way to make all the problems go away. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
ESPN’s Chris Fowler tells Rich if Bryce Young deserved to win the Heisman Trophy over the weekend, why we should expect a low-score affair in the Michigan vs Georgia College Football Playoff semifinal, why Luke Fickell’s Cincinnati Bearcats better come out swinging against Nick Saban and Alabama in the other CFP semi, why he was not a fan of Brian Kelly bolting Notre Dame for LSU and Lincoln Riley jilting Oklahoma for USC, and why Urban Meyer has struggled in the NFL after a stellar career as a college head coach. Rich reveals some whisperings he’s hearing in NFL circles about Pitt QB Kenny Pickett and discusses the difference between head coaches who speak their mind and those who engage in coach speak. Rich and the guys preview the pivotal Monday Night Football showdown between the Cardinals and Rams and what’s at stake for the NFC West playoff picture. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Pro Football Talk’s Mike Florio and Rich discuss the latest drama surrounding Urban Meyer in Jacksonville following reports of growing tension between him and Jaguars players and assistant coaches and if Jags’ owner Shad Khan would cut bait on Meyer after just one season, how hot the hot seat is under Bears Head Coach Matt Nagy and if Ohio State’s Ryan Day could be a replacement in Chicago or if the stink of college football coaches’ recent NFL struggles (Meyer, Matt Rhule, etc) could put a damper on his pro prospects, why the Vikings are likely to move on from Mike Zimmer unless Minnesota makes a deep playoff run, how the injuries to Lamar Jackson and Josh Allen could impact the AFC playoff picture, why the Browns haven’t inked Baker Mayfield to a long-term deal yet (of if they ever will), who the next Las Vegas Raiders head coach could be and the latest in the Jon Gruden vs NFL lawsuit. In his weekly ‘Overreaction Monday’ segment Rich weighs in on hot takes including if the Bills will miss the playoffs, if Urban Meyer will be one-and-done with the Jacksonville Jaguars, if the Cleveland Browns will emerge over the Ravens, Bengals and Steelers to take the AFC North, if the Kansas City Chiefs should be considered Super Bowl favorites right now, if Justin Herbert is the best young QB in the NFL, if the Buccaneers and Packers are destined to meet in the NFC Championship Game, and if the Cowboys should be concerned about Dak Prescott’s inconsistent play of late. Rich laments/rails on the sorry state of the New York Jets and New York Giants and says why he’s been anything but impressed with Jets’ rookie QB Zach Wilson through 14 weeks of this NFL season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich recaps the Buccaneers’ thrilling overtime win over the Buffalo Bills and marvels at Tom Brady’s “unparalleled” GOAT-ness at age 44, and says why Bills Mafia shouldn’t press the panic button on their season just yet. Rich recaps the Packers’ latest win over their NFC North rival Bears and reads between the lines of Aaron Rodgers’ postgame comments when asked about his future in Green Bay, and ponders the question: are the Dallas Cowboys legitimate Super Bowl contenders or just the Minnesota Vikings of Texas (a talented team that can’t finish games) while comparing ‘Boys rookie LB Micah Parsons to Hall of Famer Lawrence Taylor. Rich reacts to rumors of brewing discord in Jacksonville where Urban Meyer is reportedly at odds with respected locker room leaders and called out his assistant coaches for making him look bad, and wonders if those reports combined with a lack of production and development from #1 overall pick Trevor Lawrence could mean a one-and-done season in the NFL for him. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Vikings Pro Bowl Running Back Dalvin Cook tells Rich what it was like to tear up the Steelers’ defense on Monday Night Football for 205 yards despite playing with a torn labrum in his shoulder, why Minnesota has had big problems closing out games this season, and why he thinks the Vikes can still make the playoffs. Actor Clancy Brown joins the show in-studio and tells Rich congratulations on his Michigan win over Ohio State (even though it actually sounds pretty condescending), what his favorite scene from ‘The Shawshank Redemption’ was, sings happy birthday to his 92-year-old mom, talks Showtime’s ‘Dexter: New Blood’ and ‘Billions,’ and separates fact from fiction about his roles in ‘The Dukes of Hazzard,’ ‘Bad Boys’ with Sean Penn, ‘Highlander’ and his discus throwing career at Northwestern in a round of ‘Celebrity True or False.’ Chris Brockman offers up his ‘Sneaky Good Games’ for NFL Week 14 for your wagering pleasure involving the Bengals vs 49ers, Cowboys vs WFT, and Lions vs Broncos. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich recaps the Steelers’ Monday Night Football loss to the Vikings and ponders Pittsburgh’s life after Ben Roethlisberger and the possibility of Aaron Rodgers under center for them next season. TJ Jefferson busts out his ‘Big Ass Grab Bag’ segment and lists the top 5 biopics he wants to see made: Tiger Woods, Oprah Winfrey, Frank Sinatra, KISS, and …Sputnik Monroe??? ‘Brother from Another’ co-host Michael Smith tells Rich why Cowboys Head Coach Mike McCarthy’s guaranteed win over the Washington Football Team wasn’t all that big of a deal, why the Lakers have pretty much bottomed out and will only get better, if the Portland Trail Blazers should trade or extend Damian Lillard, and why Father Time is no longer undefeated thanks to Tom Brady. The guys dust off the ‘Higher Register’ segment with kinda-sorta-hot-but-not-so-lukewarm takes on the Bengals, Colts, WFT and Bill Belichick. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich recaps Dalvin Cook’s huge game as the Vikings held off the Steelers on Monday Night Football after going up 29-0 and then having the game come down to the final play in their 36-28 win, and rips into Pittsburgh WR Chase Claypool’s time-wasting first down celebration that led to the Steelers’ demise. ESPN NFL Analyst Ryan Clark discuss MNF and also tears in to Claypool’s selfish behavior and the Steelers’ lack of locker room leadership and misplaced priorities and says how head coach Mike Tomlin can fix the growing problem, says why the Vikings have underachieved this season, why he’s a believer in the Arizona Cardinals to win the NFC and why the Chiefs are still the most dangerous team in the AFC, and his fond recollections of former Broncos WR Demaryius Thomas who passed away unexpectedly last night at the age of 33. Rich comments on Thomas’ death and reflects on his inspiring, improbable life story and the positive impact he left on nearly every person he come in contact with. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this week’s ‘What’s More Likely’ segment Rich weighs in on if Ben Roethlisberger throws multiple TDs vs the Vikings or Kirk Cousins throws multiple INTs in their Week 14 matchup, if the Browns upset the Ravens or the WFT upsets the Cowboys, if the Bills beat the Buccaneers or the 49ers beat the Bengals, and if Aaron Rodgers or Patrick Mahomes is more likely to throw for 3 TDs vs the Bears and Raiders. Alabama QB Bryce Young tells Rich how Nick Saban was able to lure the Southern California native away from USC, what he learned by backing up Mac Jones as a freshman, what winning the Heisman Trophy would mean for him and his family, how Saban expertly uses his “rat poison” motivational tool and the angriest the Crimson Tide head coach ever got at him. Rich gets some conflicting advice from Matthew Berry, Michael Fabiano, and Cynthia Frelund on his ‘should I start Dalvin Cook’ conundrum. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich presents this week’s ‘Gorilla Glue Toughest Player on Planet Earth Award’ to Louisiana RB Emani Bailey and recaps this seasons’ winners of the award. Los Angeles Rams QB Matthew Stafford tells Rich that rumors of a mystery injury are untrue, how impressed he’s been by Odell Beckham Jr. assimilating into the team’s offense, how he and Cooper Kupp have quickly formed one of the more dangerous QB-WR combos in the NFL, what’s in store in their NFC West rematch against the Arizona Cardinals, and what he’s willing to bet when his alma mater, Georgia, faces Rich’s alma mater, Michigan, in the College Football Playoff semifinal. Rich and the guys debate if fantasy football owners should start Vikings RB Dalvin Cook tonight against the Pittsburgh Steelers in spite of being hampered by a serious shoulder injury. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich reacts to Cowboys Head Coach Mike McCarthy all but guaranteeing a win over the Washington Football team this week in the first meeting this season between the NFC East rivals. Rich previews the “Battle of Disappointments” between the Steelers and Vikings on Thursday Night Football between two middling teams that had great expectations when the season began. Pro Football Hall of Famer Cris Carter tells Rich why he wouldn’t be surprised if the Vikings moved on from head coach Mike Zimmer after this season, why it’s time for Ben Roethlisberger to call it a career, why the physical toll of a long career could be taking a mental toll on Tom Brady, and why he, an Ohio State alum, is willing to let Rich honk up his Michigan Wolverines. Rich reacts to Packers QB Aaron Rodgers doubling down on his earlier boast to Chicago Bears fans that he owns them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Cardinals All-Pro LB Chandler Jones and Rich discuss Arizona’s 10-2 season so far, why it’s never a good idea to talk trash to Aaron Rodgers, possibly facing his old coach Bill Belichick in the Super Bowl, if he thinks he’s having a Hall of Fame career, what it’s like facing Kyler Murray in practice and how the QB earned his locker room cred as a rookie, and reveals that his family actually had a real, full-size wrestling mat in his house as a kid because he and his brothers (UFC champion Jon “Bones” Jones and former NFL DE Arthur Jones) were so rambunctious growing up. (timestamp). Actor Zachary Levi tells Rich what it was like preparing to portray Kurt Warner in the upcoming ‘American Underdog’ movie and how hands-on the meticulous Hall of Fame QB was during filming, and if we’ll see him in future seasons of ‘The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel.’ (timestamp). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich and the guys debate if Arizona Cardinals’ 2-time All-Pro OLB Chandler Jones will be in the Hall of Fame once his storied career is over, and also renew their heated debate on whether ‘Die Hard’ is a Christmas movie and if ‘Home Alone’ and ‘Die Hard’ essentially have the same plot.
New Notre Dame Head Coach Marcus Freeman tells Rich his choice on the ‘Die Hard’ debate, what the past 11 months have been like that saw him go from Cincinnati Bearcats Defensive Coordinator to head coach of the Fighting Irish, and reveals that he, an Ohio State alum, was indeed rooting for Iowa to beat Michigan in the Big Ten Championship Game.
Chris Brockman runs through all the latest news and injury updates in the NFL, reacts to Tiger Woods’ announcement that he’ll be playing again next week with his son Charlie in a tournament, and weighs in (pun intended) on Zion Williamson reportedly tipping the scales at 330 lbs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich reacts to Tom Brady’s cryptic comments in Sports Illustrated about not enjoying winning as much and wonders just how much longer TB12 will be slinging the football in the NFL. Rich, Brockman and TJ discuss the Lakers finally putting it all together against the Celtics and debate who’s to blame for L.A.’s mediocre start to the NBA season.
Pro Football Hall of Famer Rod Woodson tells Rich some hilarious recruiting stories that led him to Purdue instead of Notre Dame, Indiana, or Arizona State, if the Steelers have a chance to make the playoffs, if Mac Jones and the Patriots can replicate their 2001 Super Bowl season with Brady and when he thinks Brady will retire, and weighs in on Michigan’s chances to win the College Football Playoff. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In his first ‘4 Downs’ segment in quite a while Rich makes the case for Bill Belichick as the NFL Coach of the Year, why the Jets and Giants will be very busy at the top of the 2022 NFL Draft, why the league needs to review ALL Personal Foul flags, and predicts that the Green Bay Packers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers won’t lose again during the regular season. Michigan Defensive End Aidan Hutchinson discuss Rich what changed on the field and off the field that led to so much success for him and the Wolverines this season, what’s in store for UM against the Georgia Bulldogs in the College Football Playoff, breaking his dad’s sacks record at Michigan, and his reaction to becoming a Heisman Trophy finalist. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich breaks down some possible playoff clinching scenarios in the NFC and to celebrate the anniversary of ‘Dumb and Dumber’ introduces a ‘You’re Telling Me There’s a Chance’ segment where he assessed the Vikings, Raiders, Browns, Saints, and Dolphins’ chances to make the playoffs from their current back-in-the-pack positions. Chargers QB Justin Herbert tells Rich what’s different for him in his 2nd NFL season and why he’s always looking to improve, why the Bolts seem to play better on the road than at home, his reaction to Mario Cristobal ditching the Oregon Ducks for the Miami Hurricanes, and more! Brockman attempts (in vain) to explain to Rich what the baseball stat WAR means, and the guys break down the latest in the Ben Simmons situation including some potential trade scenarios involving Portland Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich recaps the Patriots’ 14-10 win over the Bills on Monday Night Football and explains why Mac Jones only throwing the ball three times all game was as impressive as any game the rookie has had this season, and says why 7-5 Buffalo should be concerned for their once lofty Super Bowl hopes. FOX Sports’ Joel Klatt tells Rich why the College Football Playoff selection committee got it right by choosing Alabama, Georgia, Michigan and Cincinnati but still need to expand the field to 12 teams, Michigan DE Aidan Hutchinson’s chances to win the Heisman Trophy and go #1 overall in the 2022 NFL Draft, if Ole Miss’ Matt Corral or Pitt’s Kenny Pickett will be the first QB drafted, if the NCAA should do away with the early signing period to dissuade head coaches leaving programs before bowl games. On the heels of the dreadfully cold MNF game in Buffalo Rich and the guys debate which is the best setting and best weather for a football game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich previews the “huge” Monday Night Football matchup between the Bills and Patriots and says why Buffalo needs to step up and prove last year’s AFC East title was no fluke.
In his ‘Overreaction Monday’ segment Rich says if the Bills need a Monday Night Football win more than the Patriots, if the Ravens should have gone to Overtime vs the Steelers instead of going for a (failed) two-point conversion against the Steelers, if two 9-8 NFC teams will make the playoffs, if Gardner Minshew can lead the Eagles to the playoffs, if Kyler Murray should be the NFL MVP frontrunner and if the Lions will win more games than they lose to close out the season.
Chris Brockman debates Rich on whether or not Alabama is destined to win the College Football Playoff, and voices his yearly pet peeve about the Dr. Pepper college tuition contest where entrants are allowed to use chest passes instead of throwing footballs overhand.
ESPN ‘College GameDay’ analyst and Michigan Heisman Trophy winner Desmond Howard and fellow alum Rich discuss the Wolverines reaching the College Football Playoff, why College Football’s early signing period is bad for the sport, who his picks are for this year’s Heisman finalists, and how Michigan can win the CFP. Mike Del Tufo previews the treacherous weather conditions for the Bills-Pats MNF game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
NBC Sports’ Peter King tells Rich why the Panthers fired highly-touted Offensive Coordinator Joe Brady after less than two season in Carolina, if Taylor Heinicke is the long-term answer for the Washington Football Team, if Gardner Minshew, not Jalen Hurts, is the Eagles’ answer at QB, why the Seahawks could be in for a coaching change after Pete Carroll’s worst season in Seattle combined with Russell Wilson’s unhappiness with the team’s offense, why the Steelers’ options at QB once Ben Roethlisberger retires could include Aaron Rodgers, and what the Patriots have done right with the development of rookie QB Mac Jones. New Southern Cal head coach Lincoln Riley tells Rich how tough it was to leave Oklahoma for USC, if the Sooners joining the SEC played a role in his decision, what parting message he has for bitter OU fans, why the NCAA should look into changing the Early Signing date, if the College Football Playoff committee chose the right for teams, and more!
Rich and the guys debate if the NCAA should outlaw the fake slide University of Pittsburgh QB Kenny Pickett did that made a defender ease up, resulting on a long TD run. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich recaps the Cardinals' drubbing of the Chicago Bears in Week 13 and wonders why people aren’t talking about Arizona as a legitimate Super Bowl contender despite having the NFL’s best record at 10-2. Rich breaks down the wide-open AFC playoff picture where it’s difficult to determine who’s the best team in the conference week-to-week with fluctuations from the Chiefs, Ravens, Chargers, Bengals and others.
Rich resumes his “Greatest Fall of My Life” gloating tour after his Michigan Wolverines thumped Iowa in the Big Ten Championship Game to earn a spot in the College Football Playoff. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Actor/comedian Blake Anderson tells Rich how deep and far back his Golden State Warriors fandom goes, how he landed a star-studded cast (including John Goodman, Pete Davidson, Tiffany Haddish, and Woody Harrelson) for his new Tubi animated series ‘The Freak Brothers,’ and confirms if he and co-star Adam Devine actually lived in the house where they filmed Comedy Central’s ‘Workaholics’ in another round of ‘Celebrity True or False.’ Rich reacts to a caller who’s not sold on Notre Dame naming Marcus Freeman their new head coach, and lays out a scenario where he can lead the Fighting Irish to a national championship this season.
Bills WR Emmanuel Sanders and Rich discuss how Buffalo is preparing for their pivotal AFC showdown against the Patriots, and the passion (and fun) QB Josh Allen and fellow WR Stefon Diggs bring to the team’s locker room. Chris Brockman reveals his ‘Sneaky Good Games’ for NFL Week 13 (Chargers vs Bengals, Giants vs Dolphins, and Rams vs Jaguars) and says if the Under is the better bet in the Big Ten Championship game, while Michigan alum Rich previews his Wolverines taking on the Iowa Hawkeyes for a chance to go to the College Football Playoff. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In the latest ‘What’s More Likely’ segment Rich predicts if Chargers RB Austin Ekeler or Bengals RB Joe Mixon will have the better game in their Week 13 showdown, if the Falcons or Seahawks are better poised to pull off a division upset this week, if the Jets or Giants will win a 2nd straight game, if Notre Dame will make the College Football Playoff field of four, and if the Warriors can end the Phoenix Suns’ 18-game win streak tonight.
In his weekly ‘Big Ass Grab Bag’ TJ Jefferson lists his all-time Top 5 Greatest Trash Talkers including Muhammad Ali, Larry Bird, Ric Flair, Satchel Paige, and Steve Smith Sr.
Rich and the guys react to the latest Saints QB injury, this one to Taysom Hill’s finger, and wonder if New Orleans should consider bringing in the retired Philip Rivers or even Colin Kaepernick to shore up the position, along with reaction to the news that Kyler Murray and DeAndre Hopkins will be game time decisions for the Arizona Cardinals on Sunday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich recaps the Cowboys’ Thursday Night Football win over the undermanned New Orleans Saints and has some advice for Dallas when it comes to running back Ezekiel Elliott.
Rich reacts to Tampa Bay Buccaneers WR Antonio Brown’s 3-game suspension for using a fake covid vaccination card. Rich and the guys react to new LSU head coach Brian Kelly, a Massachusetts native, showing up at his introduction in Baton Rouge with a brand-new southern accent. The MMQB Senior NFL Reporter Albert Breer, an Ohio State alum, tells Rich what the Buckeyes must do to bounce back from their disappointing 2-loss season that has them on the outside looking in at the College Football Playoff following their loss to arch-rival Michigan, if NFL head coaches will be lured to College Football after the ridiculous contracts given to LSU’s Brian Kelly, USC’s Lincoln Riley, and Michigan State’s Mel Tucker, and if the Bucs will release Antonio Brown after he got caught using a fake covid vaccination card. Rich comments on the death of Tate Myre, a star athlete at Oxford High School who was killed in a school shooting that took the life of three others this week in Michigan. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Legendary boxing promoter Bob Arum tells Rich about the first time he met Muhammad Ali back in 1965, how much (how little?) he trusted fellow promoter Don King, what really happened to Roberto Duran in his “no mas” fight vs Sugar Ray Leonard, what kind of “nonsense” he dealt with when setting up the Manny Pacquiao-Floyd Mayweather fight, why Mike Tyson was as feared out of the ring as he was inside it, if current heavyweight champ Tyson Fury could beat peak Ali, and how close he came to co-promoting a fight with …Frank Sinatra? And much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
by Lincoln Riley and Brian Kelly bolting Oklahoma and Notre Dame for USC and LSU, why there’s no clear-cut best team in the NFL right now, why the Browns’ offensive struggles are more due to injuries than to Baker Mayfield’s skill level, and his assessment of Peyton Manning on ESPN’s Monday Night Football Manningcast with his brother Eli.
ESPN MLB Insider Jeff Passan tells Rich what the main sticking points are between MLB owners and players in their labor strife, why he’s confident a new Collective Bargaining Agreement will be reached by March 1st, and what the slew of big contracts before the lockout means for reaching a new CBA before the 2022 season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich previews the Cowboys vs Saints in Thursday Night Football and explains why Dallas should have little trouble with an undermanned New Orleans team.
In a shocking move, Rich reveals an NFL Top 5 Power Rankings after years of saying he would never do one.
‘Brother from Another’ co-host Michael Smith and Rich discuss Brian Kelly jilting Notre Dame for LSU and predicts that new head coach Marcus Freeman will lead the Fighting Irish to a national championship before Kelly wins one in Baton Rouge, the Thursday Night Football matchup between the Cowboys and Saints and why he’s HIGHLY impressed with Dallas rookie linebacker Micah Parsons. Rich reacts to Major League Baseball’s decision to lockout players and says why it could be a “nuclear winter” for fans and employees and businesses on the fringe of the MLB universe. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Former Pro Bowl LB Ryan Shazier and Rich discuss his new book ‘Walking Miracle’ that chronicles his recovery from a career-ending spinal cord injury suffered during an NFL game and the role Steelers Head Coach Mike Tomlin played in his transition to life after football, and what advice he has for Tomlin about rookie RB Najee Harris. Michigan alum Rich also takes the opportunity to rub in the Wolverines’ 42-27 drubbing of Shazier’s Ohio State Buckeyes.
2-time Grammy Nominated producer/DJ Steve Aoki tells Rich what it was like to DJ the Raiders opening game this season in Las Vegas with a full house of fans for the very first time, and discusses his new Fan Controlled Football Ballerz Collective where team owners include Chargers RB Austin Ekeler, Marshawn Lynch, Vikings RB Dalvin Cook, Richard Sherman and others.
Michigan alum Rich takes one more jab at Notre Dame when reacting to Brian Kelly’s introductory press conference at LSU. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Former NFL quarterback-turn-QB-guru Jordan Palmer tells Rich if Michigan QB Cade McNamara can lead the Wolverines to a national championship, if #1 overall pick Trevor Lawrence is progressing or stagnating after 11 NFL starts and if Urban Meyer has surrounded him with the necessary coaches and scheme to develop into a star QB, what Bills QB Josh Allen needs to improve upon, why Patriots QB Mac Jones is having one of the best rookie seasons in NFL history, and if Baker Mayfield and the Browns have a viable future together.
Patriots Pro Bowl Safety Devin McCourty tells Rich how this year’s New England squad compares to the past three Super Bowl champion teams he’s been on, why Mac Jones has not looked like a rookie through 11 games so far, and if Bill Belichick has a bit more bounce in his step this year after missing the playoffs last season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich continues his Michigan-Ohio State trolling tour with a visit to the Buckeyes’ hoops team after their upset of Duke. (timestamp). Rich reacts to Brian Kelly detailing how his deal to jump from Notre Dame to LSU went down and says why College Football Fans shouldn’t be made at him or Lincoln Riley for taking the big money that was dangled in front of them.
NFL Insider Ian Rapoport and Rich discuss Kelly jilting the Fighting Irish for LSU and why it was a no-brainer to leave South Bend and if Cardinals and Jaguars head coaches Kliff Kingsbury and Urban Meyer would consider leaving the NFL to return to the college game to fill the vacancies at Oklahoma and Notre Dame, injury/illness updates for the Cowboys vs Saints on Thursday Night Football, how serious Aaron Rodgers’ toe and Dalvin Cook’s shoulder injuries are, and how many head coaching vacancies we can expect this NFL off-season. Rich hands out this week’s ‘Gorilla Glue Toughest Player on Planet Earth Award’ to Michigan center Andrew Vastardis following the Wolverines’ demolition of arch-rival Ohio State that saw the Buckeyes surrender 6 rushing touchdowns in the 42-27 loss. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Baltimore Ravens All-Pro OT Ronnie Stanley and Rich discuss his foundation’s work that finds permanent homes for rescued dogs, how tough it’s been mentally going on season-ending IR for the 2nd straight season and how the Ravens have overcome a rash of injuries and obstacles this year, and his reaction to Brian Kelly leaving his alma mater Notre Dame for LSU. Hall of Famer Charles Woodson and Rich rejoice in their alma mater Michigan’s big win over Ohio State that was a decade in the making, why the Packers should lock up Aaron Rodgers to a long-term deal and make him as happy as they can, and what the Raiders need to do down the stretch to secure a spot in the playoffs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
San Francisco 49ers rookie running back Elijah Mitchell tells Rich about his journey from 6th round draft pick to one of the better RBs in the NFL, how the Niners have turned their season around after a stumbling start, how much Barry Sanders influenced him growing up, and more! Rich explains how the Patriots’ defense has allowed rookie QB Mac Jones to grow and flourish and why he’s all-in on the Pats in the AFC. The guys debate if Notre Dame would be better off joining a conference or staying independent and keep collecting those fat paychecks from NBC. Rich reacts to Tiger Woods’ comments that indicate his major-winning playing days are likely a thing of the past. Cowboys fan TJ Jefferson and Rich debate if Tony Pollard is the better Dallas running back, and react to Mike Tomlin’s latest memorable press conference sound bite. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich recaps Washington Football Team’s Monday Night Football win over the Seahawks and breaks down what’s wrong with Seattle’s historically bad offense and if Pete Carroll and Russell Wilson turn things around and miraculously save their season. Rich reacts (as a media professional and as a Michigan Wolverines fan) to Brian Kelly leaving Notre Dame to take the vacant head coaching job at LSU and explains why that choice is the easier path to winning a national championship. Yahoo! Sports Columnist Dan Wetzel tells Rich why Kelly jilted the Fighting Irish for LSU, why Cincinnati’s Luke Fickell would be the perfect hire for Notre Dame while Urban Meyer would be a terrible fit in South Bend. Rich explains why Kelly leaving Notre Dame for a hefty contract with LSU is an indication that College Football is truly a professional sport. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
FOX Sports/The Athletic College Football Insider Bruce Feldman and Rich discuss how USC was able to lure Lincoln Riley away from Oklahoma, what the Sooners’ next steps will be and if Deion Sanders is a viable candidate, how Jim Harbaugh was finally able to get over the hump and lead Michigan to a win over Ohio State, how the final four teams in the College Football Playoff could shake out, and why the Heisman Trophy race is wide open this season. Rich ranks his top 5 teams in the NFL and says why Tom Brady and the Buccaneers could be the toughest out of any team once the playoffs roll around come January. In his ‘Overreaction Monday’ segment Rich answers some big questions including whether Odell Beckham Jr. regrets choosing the Rams over the Packers, if Sean McVay will be on the hot seat if the Rams miss the playoffs, if the Bengals put the final nail in the coffin of Ben Roethlisberger’s career, if Tua Tagovailoa has nailed down the Dolphins’ starting QB job for the 2022 season, if the Chargers will reach the playoffs despite their inconsistent play this season, if the NFL MVP race is wide open this season, and if Lincoln Riley can take USC to the College Football Playoff within three years. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Pro Bowl quarterback Russell Wilson tells Rich why he remains optimistic about Seahawks’ season despite the team’s 3-7 record and says he thinks Seattle can run the table and win out, and what it means to be honored with the NFL’s Walter Payton Man of the Year Award.
Rich reacts to Lincoln Riley bolting Oklahoma to take the USC Trojans’ head coaching job and explains why the Sooners will be just fine after losing one of the top coaches in the country, and Rich’s publicist, an OU alum, calls in to map out a plan that will keep the Sooners relevant in the college football world. Rich breaks down the Browns’ Sunday Night Football loss to the Baltimore Ravens and says why Cleveland head coach Kevin Stefanski needs to re-shuffle the deck and jump start their moribund offense while sticking with Baker Mayfield as the starting QB. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich recaps the Cowboys’ Week 12 loss to the Raiders and explains why fans of America’s Team need not panic thanks to Dallas’ weak competition in the NFC East. Rich breaks down the Rams’ latest loss saying “Matthew Stafford is crumbling under the pressure” in big games and explains why the Green Bay Packers have the best QB/Head Coach/GM combo in the NFL in Aaron Rodgers, Matt LaFleur and Brian Gutekunst.
Michigan alum Rich gloats over his Wolverines finally getting their first win over their archrival Ohio State Buckeyes for the first time since 2011. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
FOX Sports NFL Analyst Michael Vick tells Rich why he likes the Dallas Cowboys to make a Super Bowl run over the Arizona Cardinals in the NFC, why he’s concerned about the direction the Buffalo Bills are heading when the New England Patriots are trending up, if the Falcons should have drafted a quarterback instead of TE Kyle Pitts, and what advice he gave Bears rookie QB Justin Fields. Boston Globe columnist Dan Shaughnessy and Rich discuss his new book ‘Wish It Never Ended’ that chronicles the 1980’s glory days of the Larry Bird-led Boston Celtics, why Bill Belichick has Mac Jones and the 2021 Patriots looking similar to Tom Brady’s 2001 New England team, and how the LeBron James-Isaiah Stewart dustup compares to old school NBA fights. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Michigan alum Rich weighs in on his Wolverines’ chances to end their decade-long losing streak to Big Ten archrivals The Ohio State Buckeyes. (timestamp). Rich and Brockman play a round of ‘What’s More Likely’ – The Raiders beat the Cowboys or the Saints beat the Bills, the Bears fire Matt Nagy or the Giants score 30 on the Eagles under new Offensive Coordinator Freddie Kitchens, if the 49ers or Vikings are more likely to make the playoffs, if the Bengals or Steelers are more likely to make the playoffs, if the Rams or Packers are more likely to be the NFC #1 seed, if the Patriots or Titans are more likely to be the AFC’s #1 seed, and if it’s more likely Michigan beats Ohio State or Alabama doesn’t make the College Football Playoff. Academy Award-winning actor J.K. Simmons and Rich discuss his upcoming movie ‘National Champions’ where he plays a college football head coach and his portrayal of the actor William Frawley who played Fred Mertz on ‘I Love Lucy’ in another upcoming film, and why he’s fully confident that his Ohio State Buckeyes will continue their dominance of Rich’s Michigan Wolverines. Rich reacts to Mets owner Steven Cohen taking to Twitter to whine about losing free agent Steven Matz to the St. Louis Cardinals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich previews the bevy of pivotal NFL games in Week 12 including the Rams vs Packers, Steelers vs Bengals, Buccaneers vs Colts, Vikings vs 49ers, Titans vs Patriots, Browns vs Ravens and more. ‘Brother from Another’ co-host Michael Smith tells Rich why he fully disagrees with the NBA suspending Isaiah Stewart two games while LeBron James only got a one-game suspension for hitting the Pistons’ center in the face, why all the criticism coming at Cleveland Browns QB Baker Mayfield is not unwarranted, and why he’s rooting for Michigan this Saturday but is not convinced the Wolverines will be able to end their decade-long losing streak to archrival Ohio State Buckeyes. Rich hands out this week’s ‘Gorilla Glue Toughest Player on Planet Earth’ award to Baylor running back Trestan Ebner, and wonders why Peyton Manning can’ stop eating during his Manningcast Monday Night Football broadcasts with his brother Eli. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Washington Football Team Head Coach reveals to Rich that a generous donation has been made to the St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital to celebrate the 1-year anniversary of him being cancer-free, that he almost went to the wrong sideline on Sunday as he returned to Carolina for the first time since he was the Panthers’ HC, how the WFT has reversed their fortunes over the last two weeks with the improved play of QB Taylor Heinicke, what challenges Russell Wilson and the desperate Seahawks present on Monday Night Football, his reaction to the NFL’s crackdown on Taunting this season and if the league will revisit the controversial topic in the offseason, and when we can expect an announcement on the WFT’s new nickname. Actor/comedian Bill Burr and Rich discuss why the New York Giants should trade for Russell Wilson if given the chance, why this year’s Patriots squad reminds him of 2001 and the beginnings of the Belichick dynasty, why he (a Michigan football fan) is bracing for another loss to Ohio State, the final season of his animated Netflix sitcom ‘F Is for Family,’ and if we’ll see him on upcoming season of ‘Better Call Saul’ and ‘The Mandalorian.’ Rich and the guys react to the Tampa Bay Rays handing a 12-year contract to 20-year-old phenom Wander Franco, and react to Bears Head Coach Matt Nagy being asked about his job security heading into Chicago’s Thanksgiving Day game against NFC North rival Detroit Lions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
FOX Sports Analyst Joel Klatt and Rich preview Ohio State vs Michigan and what the Wolverines must do beat the Buckeyes for the first time since 2011, why the New York Giants made a huge mistake by drafting QB Daniel Jones, and why Browns fans should be happy with Baker Mayfield considering the limited alternatives available if Cleveland decides to part ways with their QB. Rich comments on the Giants’ demise and Head Coach Joe Judge firing Offensive Coordinator Jason Garrett following their Monday Night Football loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Rich and Chris Brockman debate if Pistons C Isaiah Stewart deserved a longer suspension (2 games) than LeBron James (1 game) for their bloody tussle in Detroit this week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich recaps the Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ Monday Night Football win over the New York Giants and says why he’s not backing off his pre-season prediction of Tom Brady and the Bucs making a repeat visit to the Super Bowl. Rich breaks down the key NFL Week 12 games between the 49ers and Vikings, Rams and Packers, Steelers and Bengals, Bucs and Colts, Titans and Patriots, and Browns vs Ravens. San Francisco 49ers WR Deebo Samuel and Rich discuss his love of contact when running with the ball, the difference between his college coach Steve Spurrier and Niners HC Kyle Shanahan, how the 49ers got their swagger back after a stumbling start to the season, and which are his favorite and which are the most overrated Thanksgiving Day food. Michigan alum Rich reacts to the news that every one of Ohio State’s stellar wide receivers was snubbed for the Biletnikoff Award that goes to the college football’s top WR, and why that doesn’t bode well for his Wolverines in their annual showdown vs the Buckeyes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich reacts to the top 3 stories for sports trolls today: LeBron James bloodying Pistons Center Isaiah Stewart, the Cowboys’ loss to the Chiefs, and Baker Mayfield’s poor showing in the Browns narrow win over the winless Detroit Lions. Philadelphia Eagles Head Coach Nick Sirianni tells Rich why his team’s recent reversal of fortunes are directly tied to the improvement of 2nd-year quarterback Jalen Hurts, what he’s learned during his first 10 weeks as a an NFL head coach and how important it is to connect with his players on an interpersonal level, and reveals how he wound up playing H.O.R.S.E. against a shirtless Gardner Minshew during QB’s pre-draft evaluation process. Rich debates a dejected Browns fan who wants Cleveland to move on from Baker Mayfield. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
NFL Network analyst Daniel Jeremiah and Rich discuss the Chargers’ thrilling Sunday Night Football win over the Steelers and handicaps the Bolts’ chances to win the AFC, the Chiefs’ win over the Cowboys and if Dallas rookie LB Micah Parsons could win the NFL’s Defensive Player of the Year Award, the progress/regression of Bears’ QB Justin Fields and if we’ll see any of the other rookie QB’s play to the level of the Patriots’ Mac Jones, why New England and Arizona could be the best teams in the AFC and NFC right now, and what Michigan must do in order to beat their archrival Ohio State this Saturday. Rich reacts to Pete Carroll’s increasing level of frustration with the Seahawks’ 3-7 season and if the Seahawks can still salvage their season.
In his Week 11 ‘Overreaction Monday’ segment Rich weighs in on if the Chiefs should be considered Super Bowl favorites right now, if the Patriots will be the AFC’s 1-seed in two weeks, if the Arizona Cardinals will go unbeaten on the road this season, if Colts RB Jonathan Taylor should be the NFL MVP frontrunner, if the Cowboys and Bills peaked too early, if the Vikings will be a tough out if they reach the playoffs, if the 49ers can reach the playoffs and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich breaks down the Chiefs’ Week 11 win over the Cowboys and explains how KC turned their season around to become Super Bowl contenders again and why you shouldn’t be too quick to write off Dallas just yet, and makes the case for the Arizona Cardinals as the best team in the NFC (sorry Packers, Buccaneers). Cardinals RB James Conner tells Rich why he’s been rejuvenated in Arizona after starting his career with the Pittsburgh being surrounded by talent like Kyler Murray, DeAndre Hopkins and others, why he and the team are “all-in” on head coach Kliff Kingsbury, and why he’s always extra thankful this time of year after his battle with cancer. Rich says why the rest of the AFC should beware of the Indianapolis Colts right now, and explains why Tyler Huntley coming off the bench to replace an under-the-weather Lamar Jackson to lead the Ravens to a victory over the Chicago Bears was the most impressive road win of NFL Week 11. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich and the guys break down what’s at stake for the AFC playoff picture with some pivotal Week 11 games, and ponder if a Tom Brady vs Bill Belichick Super Bowl could actually happen this season.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers Head Coach Bruce Arians tells Rich that the Bucs did their “due diligence” on Antonio Brown and believes “there is no story” to the allegation that the wide receiver used a fake Covid-19 vaccination card, why he stands by his comments criticizing his team’s “dumb” play, and the challenges presented by the New York Giants on Monday Night Football.
Rich breaks down some key NFC games on Sunday, and Chris Brockman lists his three ‘Sneaky Good Games’ for Week 11: Lions vs Browns, Dolphins vs Jets, and the 49ers vs Jaguars. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich and Patriots fan Chris Brockman react to Troy Aikman’s Thursday Night Football comments where he said Bill Belichick is unlikely to retire anytime soon because of the emergence of rookie QB Mac Jones.
In TJ Jefferson’s weekly Big Ass Grab Bag he reveals his Top 5 Green Characters including The Incredibie Hulk, Shrek and others. (Did Kermit the Frog make the cut??)
WWE Universal Champion Roman Reigns and Rich discuss his preparation for Sunday’s Survivor Series match on Peacock, why his battle with leukemia cost him a shot at an NFL career after his playing days at Georgia Tech, and TJ makes a (failed?) pitch to join Reigns’ ‘Bloodline’ stable. Rich and the guys discuss if the Falcons should have drafted a QB this year instead of TE Kyle Pitts given their stumble of late and the uneven play of Matt Ryan. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich recaps the Patriots’ impressive shutout win over the Falcons on Thursday Night Football and explains why New England is clicking in all facets of the game right now.
Pro Football Talk’s Mike Florio and Rich discuss the brewing controversy in Tampa where Buccaneers WR Antonio Brown has been accused of using a fake Covid-19 vaccination card and what the fallout could be for AB and the NFL leaguewide, if Kyler Murray, Ben Roethlisberger or Nick Chubb will be available to play for the Arizona Cardinals, Pittsburgh Steelers and Cleveland Browns in Week 11, why the NFL is doubling down on its crackdown on Taunting this season, and what ousted Raiders head coach Jon Gruden expects to get out of his lawsuit against the league. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
‘Good Morning Football’ co-host Kyle Brandt tells Rich that he too is not a fan of the movie ‘A Christmas Story,’ why the Dallas Cowboys are more likely than the Kansas City Chiefs to reach the Super Bowl, and how far the Patriots can go with rookie QB Mac Jones if they reach the playoffs this season (possibly a Pats-Bucs rematch in the Super Bowl??) Rich takes calls from viewers revealing the movies they hate that other people love including Fight Club, Willie Wonka & the Chocolate Factory and others, with one caller challenging Rich to a game of Start-Bench-Cut between The Godfather, The Godfather II, and The Sting. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
3-time Super Bowl champion and former Patriots All-Pro offensive tackle Matt Light tells Rich how rookie QB Mac Jones compares to Tom Brady at the same point in their careers and why the Bill Belichick-Mike Vrabel rivalry began well before Vrabel became the Titans head coach. 3-time NBA Champion Dwyane Wade and Rich discuss his new photobook/memoir ‘Dwyane’ and how tough it was choosing the best 200 photos from his life and career from over a million that were taken, what it was like to play alongside LeBron James with the Heat and Cavs, and why Steph Curry will go down as one of the NBA’s top 4 players of all-time when his career his over. Rich makes the shocking revelation that he doesn’t care for ‘A Christmas Story’ which leads to a discussion: what other popular movies do you not like? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich previews the Thursday Night Football game between the Patriots and Falcons and explains why it’s time for Mac Jones and the Pats to prove if they’re legit contenders or not. Rich explains the big difference between the NBA and NFL where the latter has to dwell on bad losses for a week while the former can move on quickly from embarrassing blowouts like the Nets were able to this week. The guys debut a brand-new segment called ‘What’s More Likely’ – the Bengals or Raiders make the playoffs? The Bears or Seahawks pull off the Week 11 upset? The Cowboys or Chiefs reach the Super Bow? The Lakers or Bucks rebound from their stumbling start to the season? Rich calls out Mike Del Tufo for over-celebrating Seton Hall’s early-season hoops upset of Michigan. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
FOX Sports NFL Analyst and 3-time Super Bowl Champion Mark Schlereth tells Rich why he’s not concerned about Tom Brady and the Buccaneers despite their surprising Week 10 loss to the WFT, why the Broncos are stacked with talent but lacking the intangibles needed to win, if Aaron Rodgers or Deshaun Watson could be playing in Denver next season, and why we still don’t have one team that stands out as the best in the NFL so far this season. Tony Award-winning actor David Alan Grier and Rich discuss his new movie ‘Clifford the Big Red Dog,’ that time he ziplined through the Costa Rican jungle with TJ Jefferson and Ashton Kutcher, the uptick in Michigan football’s stock this season but why he’s ready to accept that the Wolverines will likely lose to Ohio State again, and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich hands out this week’s ‘Gorilla Glue Toughest Player on Planet Earth’ award to Kansas freshman QB Jalon Daniels who led the Jayhawks to their first-ever win in Austin in an overtime thriller against the Texas Longhorns. Rich and the guys react to Staples Center in Los Angeles changing its name to Crypto.com Arena, and Rich reveals his international residual check for his appearance in past episodes of ‘CSI Miami’ and ‘Draft Day.’ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich recaps Steph Curry’s 37-point night for the Warriors who went into Brooklyn and shut down the Kevin Durant, James Harden and the Nets to improve to 12-2 on the season. Jets fan Rich laments Robert Saleh’s decision to start journeyman backup Joe Flacco against the Dolphins in Week 11 instead of giving rookie Mike White a shot at redemption. ESPN NFL Insider and former Jets GM Mike Tannenbaum tells Rich why he was surprised by Joe Flacco being named New York’s Week 11 starter, why you should expect the Dolphins to make another run at embattled Texans QB Deshaun Watson, why Justin Herbert would have been the #1 overall pick in the 2020 NFL Draft if he’d played in the SEC, how close Brett Favre came to joining the Buccaneers instead of the Jets back in the day, why he wouldn’t be shocked if the Patriots won the AFC East and how things would have played out poorly for Jimmy Garoppolo of the 49ers had drafted Jones instead of Trey Lance. Rich and the guys debate the controversial comments from free agent SS Carlos Correa who ripped Yankees Hall of Famer Derek Jeter saying the Yankees Hall of Famer did not deserve to win any Gold Glove Awards. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ryan Leaf joins the show in-studio and tells Rich why he chose “Bust” for the title of his new podcast produced by ‘Entourage’ star Kevin Connolly and how he overcame the on and off field challenges of his failed NFL career, why the acceptance of athletes speaking out about and protecting their mental health is so important for individuals and for sports as a whole, which is the best NFL team in the league right now, why the Chiefs’ passing attack is on the rise while the Chargers’ appear to be grounded, why Mike McCarthy could be the only thing holding the Cowboys back from a Super Bowl berth, what Michigan can do to finally beat Ohio State this season, and why USC is facing a long road back to reach the top of the college football world again. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
New UConn Head Football Coach Jim L. Mora tells Rich why he got back into coaching after a 4-year sabbatical following his UCLA tenure, why it’s tough to win football games at a big time basketball school, and reveals that his dad Jim Mora Sr. (PLAYOFFS?!?!) remains as entertaining and cantankerous as ever. 16-year NFL veteran running back Frank Gore tells Rich why he turned down 3 teams asking him to come out of retirement and opted to train for a boxing match vs former NBA all-star Deron Williams instead, and explains why he, the NFL’s 3rd all-time leading rusher, deserves a place in the Pro Football Hall of Fame. Rich and Brockman break down the wide-open NFC playoff picture and debate which team has the best chance to reach the Super Bowl: the Buccaneers, Packers, Cowboys or someone else. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich recaps the San Francisco 49ers’ blowout of the suddenly suspect Rams on Monday Night Football, and explains why Matthew Stafford, Sean McVay and company might not be the Super Bowl contenders everyone though they would be at the start of the season. Pro Football Hall of Famer and NFL Network Analyst Kurt Warner tells Rich if Rams fans should be concerned after they laid a big fat turd for the 2nd week in a row, why the 49ers are far from out of contention in a wide-open NFC playoff landscape, why Mac Jones is already better than Tom Brady was at the same point in his career, and why he’s not fully on-board with the Chiefs being back to their Super Bowl ways. Rich and the guys debate if there’s any NBA team that wouldn’t break up their core to trade for Giannis Antetokounmpo after the Greek Freak dropped hints in a GQ article that he might not finish his career with the Milwaukee Bucks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Tennessee All-Pro Safety Kevin Byard tells Rich how the 8-2 Titans’ blue-collar approach has helped them overcome the loss of RB Derrick Henry, why the hands-on approach of Mike Vrabel should result in a Coach of the Year Award, why he once famously called out Deion Sanders on Twitter, and what it was like to actually deliver his son when his wife went into labor last summer before they could get her to the hospital.
Jets fan Rich reacts to Mike White’s 4-interception game in New York’s 45-17 blowout loss to the Bills and explains why the team’s QB job should now firmly belong to #2 overall draft pick Zach Wilson. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Los Angeles Rams 6-time All-Pro Aaron Donald tells Rich how he reacted when L.A. landed WR Odell Beckham Jr. and LB Von Miller in back-to-back weeks, what it’s like to play for head coach Sean McVay, how Matthew Stafford has opened up their offense, his thoughts on the NFL’s crackdown on Taunting, and why he, a 3-Time NFL Defensive Player of the Year, still has room to grow as a player. Chris Brockman tries to talk Rich into forking over $300 to buy into the Packers’ latest round of stock share offerings. A Browns fan calls in with a question that leads to a deep dive debate: is it time for Cleveland to move on from Baker Mayfield? In his weekly ‘Overreaction Monday’ segment, Rich weighs in on the resurgent Chiefs’ Super Bowl chances, if Tom Brady and the Bucs are in trouble after back-to-back losses, if the Packers are the best team in the NFL right now, if Dak Prescott should be the frontrunner for the NFL MVP award, if Odell Beckham Jr. wasn’t the problem in Cleveland after all, if Russell Wilson and the Seahawks would be better off parting ways, what exactly is the Minnesota Vikings identity, if the Mac Jones would go #1 overall in a re-draft, and if Jalen Hurts can lead the Eagles to the playoffs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich comments on the Chiefs finally looking like their old selves again after Kansas City’s Sunday Night Football 41-14 demolition of the Las Vegas Raiders and says what Patrick Mahomes and company are finally doing right after stumbling out of the gate to start the season. Rich recaps the Patriots’ 45-7 boat racing of the Browns and explains how Bill Belichick has been able to coach up Mac Jones so much that he’s running New England’s offense as well as Tom Brady did when he took over the starting job from Drew Bledsoe. Rich says why he’s thrilled to see Cam Newton back with the Panthers and loved the energy he brought to Carolina in their win over the Arizona Cardinals and what his presence means for the Panthers’ playoff chances. Rich also recaps the Packers’ shutout win over the Seahawks in Aaron Rodgers’ and Russell Wilson’s return to their respective teams and says why Seattle is “in deep trouble.’ Rich and Brockman preview Monday Night Football’s Manningcast and says why Peyton and Eli having former Chargers and Colts QB Philip Rivers on during the Rams-49ers game is shaping up to be a must-watch event. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich sits down with former NFL wide-receiver and the color analyst for NBC's Sunday Night Football, Cris Collinsworth. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
TJ Jefferson’s weekly Big-Ass Grab Bag features his list of Top 5 Midstream Moves That Led to Success including Hugh Jackman in ‘X-Men,’ Michael J. Fox in ‘Back to the Future’ and more! Rich likens the called-back TD catch of Dolphins offensive lineman Robert Hunt to a scene out of ‘Ted Lasso.’ Rich, Brockman, and TJ hand out their NFL Mid-Season Awards for MVP, Coach of the Year, Rookie of the Year, and take another shot at their Super Bowl predictions, and Brockman reveals his ‘Sneaky Good Games’ for NFL Week 10 including the Titans vs Saints, Cardinals vs Panthers, Packers vs Seahawks, and Vikings vs Chargers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Super Bowl XXXV champion QB Trent Dilfer tells Rich why Odell Beckham Jr. fizzled out with the Cleveland Browns and how he will mesh with Sean McVay’s Rams offense, if the Miami Dolphins are handling 2nd-year QB Tua Tagovailoa properly or if they should still pursue embattled Texans QB Deshaun Watson again, and why Mike White could end up being the Jets’ franchise QB over fellow rookie and #2 overall draft pick Zach Wilson. Westwood One NFL Analyst Ross Tucker and Rich marvel at Robert Hunt’s TNF play where the Dolphins Guard caught a pass and scrambled for a head-over-heals touchdown only to see the incredible play called back because he wasn’t illegible to catch a pass, how Miami was able to shut down Lamar Jackson and the Ravens’ offense, and why the Buccaneers are the best team in the NFL right now. Rich and the guys debate the proper etiquette for grown men wearing NFL jerseys of their favorite teams. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich reacts to the rich getting richer with Odell Beckham Jr. choosing to sign with the Rams just a week after L.A. GM Les Snead was able to land All-Pro LB Von Miller from the Denver Broncos. Rich recaps the Dolphins defense shutting down NFL MVP candidate Lamar Jackson on Thursday Night Football in a game that saw possibly the most exciting touchdown that wasn’t a touchdown when 330-pound Miami OL Robert Hunt scrambled like Barry Sanders into the end zone only to have it called back by the refs. NFL Insider Ian Rapoport tells Rich how the Rams were able to lure Odell Beckham Jr. to Los Angeles when there was strong interest from teams like the Green Bay Packers and Kansas City Chiefs, how the Cam Newton-Carolina Panthers reunion came about, the status of Aaron Rodgers and Kyler Murray for Week 10, Tua Tagovailoa’s Dolphins future in the wake of the failed trade for Deshaun Watson, and why the NFL backed the controversial taunting flag Tony Corrente threw on Cassius Marsh and why the league didn’t punish the ref for making contact with the Bears LB. Rich previews the Chiefs vs Raiders on Sunday Night Football along with the possible return of Aaron Rodgers to the Packers after his bout with Covid-19. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Two-time Super Bowl champion Terrell Suggs tells Rich what it was like being in the same locker room with two hall of famers in Ray Lewis and Ed Reed, how Lamar Jackson has matured as a quarterback in his short-but-brilliant NFL career, why he’s no fan of the NFL’s Taunting crackdown, and why he’s not worried about the Chiefs mediocrity at the NFL season’s midpoint.
Actor Tyrese Gibson and Rich discuss his new film “Dangerous” and reveals why the late director John Singleton had to drag him kicking and screaming into an acting career, and explains why he has his own Benihana restaurant in his backyard and a fully functioning dry cleaner in his garage in another round of ‘Celebrity True or False.’ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich explains why Odell Beckham Jr. is being smart by taking his time to choose a team to sign with, reportedly waiting to see how things shake out after the NFL’s Week 10 matchups.
Rich previews the Dolphins vs Ravens on Thursday Night Football and makes the case for Baltimore QB Lamar Jackson to win his 2nd NFL MVP Award, and the guys debate which AFC team they have the most faith in: Titans, Ravens, Bills, or someone else. Actor Jon Bernthal reveals to Rich that he actually coached a top 50 women’s tennis player to prepare for his role as Serena and Venus Williams’ real-life tennis coach Rick Macci in the Will Smith film ‘King Richard,’ that Leonardo DiCaprio told him to hold nothing back when making Martin Scorsese’s debauchery-filled ‘The Wolf of Wall Street,’ and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich reacts to Cam Newton rejoining the Carolina Panthers in the wake of Sam Darnold’s shoudler injury and explains why their NFC South rival Saints might regret not scooping up the former NFL MVP themselves.
Falcons Head Coach Arthur Smith tells Rich how the addition of the multi-talented Cordarrelle Patterson has bolstered Atlanta’s offense, why rookie TE Kyle Pitts will soon be a star in the NFL, how the team addressed the mental health break taken by WR Calvin Ridley, what he’s learned during his first two months as an NFL head coach, and his reaction to Cam Newton re-joining their NFC South rival Panthers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jets fan Rich reacts to the team naming Mike White their starting QB for Week 10 against the Bills and what that could mean for #2 overall pick Zach Wilson if White balls out vs Buffalo. Actor Bill Pullman and Rich discuss his Buffalo origins and if he’s as die-hard an NFL fan as the rest of Bills Mafia, what it was like working with comedy legend Mel Brooks on ‘Spaceballs,’ and shares some great stories about ‘Independence Day’ and ‘While You Were Sleeping’ in a round of ‘Celebrity True or False.’ Michigan alum Rich tries to make sense of the latest College Football Playoff rankings that has his Wolverines ranked ahead of Michigan State despite losing their head-to-head meeting against the Spartans just two weeks ago. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich hands out this weeks ‘Gorilla Glue Toughest Player on Planet Earth Award’ to University of Texas at San Antonio Roadrunners running back Sincere McCormick. NBC Sports Boston’s Tom Curran tells Rich why the Patriots are “definitely interested” in free agent WR Odell Beckham Jr, how Bill Belichick turned things around in New England after a bumpy start to the season, and why the Pats’ coaching staff is not easing up in Mac Jones despite the rookie’s promising start to his NFL career. (timestamp). Rich and Brockman react to the fact that none of the 6 finalists for the American League and National League MVP Awards were on a playoff team. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich breaks down Odell Beckham Jr’s top three teams and says why the Packers, Saints and Chiefs all make sense for the free agent WR. San Francisco 49ers TE George Kittle tells Rich why he remains optimistic despite the Niners’ disappointing 3-5 start, what NOT to say to Rams All-Pro DT Aaron Donald during a game, why the NFL needs to be more consistent when enforcing Taunting, and more. Rich reacts to the NFL announcing that they are backing the controversial Taunting penalty on Bears’ LB Cassius Marsh thrown by referee Tony Corrente, and explains what that is a HUGE mistake. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jane Skinner Goodell and Rich discuss her new podcast and TV show ‘Earnin’ It: The NFL’s Forward Progress’ on the league’s expanding opportunities for women and minorities. Actor C. Thomas Howell tells Rich how he launched his acting career by landing a role in ‘E.T. The Extra-terrestrial’ by smoking a cigarette for Steven Spielberg, and what happened behind the scenes during the filming of his portrayal of ‘Ponyboy’ in Francis Ford Coppola’s ‘The Outsiders’ in game of ‘Celebrity True or False,’ and reveals why that unforgettable chemistry between Patrick Swayze and Jennifer Grey in ‘Dirty Dancing’ almost didn’t happen because of something that happened previously when they were making ‘Red Dawn.’ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich and the guys react to Jerry Jones sounding off on the Cowboys blowout loss to the Broncos and wonder if the owner’s critical comments could snowball into a divisive issue on the locker room.
FOX Sports’ NFL Rules Analyst and former NFL VP of Officiating Dean Blandino and Rich discuss the controversial Taunting flag thrown by referee Tony Corrente on Bears LB Cassius Marsh and the subsequent hip-check that aided the Steelers in their Monday Night Football win over Chicago and how the NFL can make refs more accountable, and if the league should expand it’s de facto use of “Sky Judge” reviews to prevent longer replay review delays.
Rich weighs in on the Corrente controversy and says why the NFL would be making a big mistake by publicly backing the ref’s controversial Taunting flag. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich recaps the Steelers’ Monday Night Football win that puts them right in the thick of things near the top of the crowded AFC North standings and explains why Bears fans should be encouraged by the big step up rookie QB Justin Fields took despite taking the “L.”
Rich weighs in on the controversial Taunting flag thrown by referee Tony Corrente on Bears LB Cassius Marsh that ended up playing a prominent role in the Steelers’ win.
Bears Hall of Famer Dick Butkus tells Rich (in NO UNCERTAIN TERMS) why Chicago’s offensive line is doing Justin Fields ZERO favors, and why he’s no fan of the NFL’s crackdown on Taunting, shares some amazing stories from behind-the-scenes of filming one of those iconic “Tastes Great/Less Filling” Miller Lite commercials, and reflects on his surprisingly wide-ranging acting career. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Cardinals quarterback Colt McCoy and Rich discuss filling in for the injured Kyler Murray and leading Arizona to road win over NFC West rival San Francisco 49ers, why the team is not looking too far in the future when it comes to their Super Bowl chances, his advice for Baker Mayfield and young quarterbacks coming into the NFL, and if there’s a friendly rivalry between him (a Texas Longhorns alum) and head coach Kliff Kingsbury (a Texas Tech alum.)
Rich gloats over his backing of Baker Mayfield in the wake of the Browns’ drubbing of AFC North rival Bengals. And we do mean “GLOATS.” A lot. Really a lot. In the wake of Jordan Love’s mostly forgettable NFL starting debut Rich has some advice for Packers fans who might be freaking out a little bit about Aaron Rodgers’ future in Green Bay. Rich and Brockman wrap up the hour airing their fantasy basketball dirty laundry. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
NBC Sports’ Peter King tells Rich why this has been the craziest week in recent NFL history including the trading of Von Miller, Aaron Rodgers’ controversial comments, the Henry Ruggs III tragedy along with some highly-unexpected results on the field, why the Browns releasing Odell Beckham Jr. was “overdue,” and which team took the biggest step backward with an ugly loss this week (ahem, Bengals).
In his weekly ‘Overreaction Monday’ segment Rich weights in on if the Titans are the AFC’s top team, if Matthew Stafford can take the Rams deep in the playoffs, Aaron Rodgers’ future with the Packers, if the Chargers can supplant the Chiefs as kings of the AFC West, If the Patriots will beat the Bills to regain AFC East supremacy, if Cowboys fans should brace for an early playoff exit, and more! Rich and the guys weigh in on the 49ers’ disappointing season and if Kyle Shanahan should be on the hot seat, and why they have ZERO confidence in the Minnesota Vikings who keep losing games they should be winning. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich recaps the INSANE NFL Week 9 results that saw the Derrick Henry-less Titans knock off the Rams on the road, the Jags taking down the Buffalo Bills, and the Broncos’ shocking demolition of the Cowboys in Dallas.
Patriots Lineback Matthew Judon and Rich discuss how he’s adjusted to and is thriving under Bill Belichick’s “Do Your Job” approach after coming over from the Baltimore Ravens, how impressed he’s been with Pats’ QB Mac Jones and the reasons behind his impressive rookie season so far, and more.
Rich explains why Tom Brady and the Buccaneers might be the biggest winners of NFL Week 9 despite not playing because of the losses by their NFC rivals Saints, Rams, and Packers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich reacts to Aaron Rodgers’ covid-19 vaccination comments on ‘The Pat McAfee Show’ saying he’s “profoundly disappointed” in the Green Bay Packers QB. TJ Jefferson dips into his ‘Big Ass Grab Bag’ for this week’s Top 5: the Most Useless Candies and Chips. Emmy-nominated actor/comedian Tracy Morgan and Rich discuss their beloved Knicks’ return to relevance, his former career at the original Yankee Stadium where he sold souvenirs and other, um, certain goods to pinstripe fans, and reveals how he beat out Stephen Colbert for a spot on Saturday Night Live in the latest round of ‘Celebrity True or False,’ and the new season of his TBS comedy ‘The Last OG.’ Chris Brockman, riding an unprecedented hot streak, offers up his NFL Week 9 ‘Sneaky Good Games’ including the Ravens vs Vikings, Falcons vs Saints, and Packers vs Chiefs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich sits down with his friend and former colleague, NFL Insider Adam Schefter. The two men take a deep dive into their days at the University of Michigan and the journey that led them to their respected positions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich recaps the Jets’ Thursday Night Football loss to the Colts that saw yet another QB injury, this one to promising rookie backup Mike White which leads to a desperate plea to the football gods to stop punishing his favorite team. 7-time Emmy Award nominee Michael C. Hall tells Rich why he’s reviving his iconic Dexter Morgan role for Showtime’s ‘Dexter: New Blood,’ his favorite memories of growing up an NC State and Redskins fan in the 1980’s, and what it was like being part of HBO’s iconic series ‘Six Feet Under.’ Current undisputed Super Middleweight World Champion Saul “Canelo” Alvarez tells Rich what his upcoming fight against Caleb Plant means for his boxing legacy, if he regrets fighting Floyd Mayweather Jr. so early in his career, if Logan and Jake Paul are good for boxing, and if he would ever take on an MMA fighter in the ring. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich reacts to the Browns announcing they are releasing Odell Beckham Jr. and breaks down some possible landing spots for the talented-but-diva-ish WR including the New England Patriots, New Orleans Saints and Green Bay Packers. Steelers All-Pro LB TJ Watt tells Rich why he enjoys and embraces his role as Pittsburgh’s defensive playmaker, how impressed he is with rookie RB Najee Harris, how head coach Mike Tomlin uses some well-placed jabs to motivate him, and if it’s true that he thinks he could, right now, go back to college and lead a school to a national championship while playing defense AND quarterback. Rich reacts to the seemingly ageless Adrian Peterson coming off the couch to play for the Tennessee Titans this Sunday in the wake of Derrick Henry’s foot injury where he’ll face the Rams and their newest player, All-Pro LB Von Miller. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich previews the Jets vs Colts on Thursday Night Football and heatedly tells Chris Brockman and TJ while he’ll be truly happy if rookie backup Mike White has another stellar game and gives New York a “high class problem” by having another talented young QB to compete with #2 overall draft pick Zach Wilson.
‘Brother from Another’ co-host Michael Smith tells Rich why Packers QB Aaron Rodgers deserves all the heat and criticism coming his way for misleading the media and fans about his vaccination status and possibly violating the NFL’s Covid-19 protocols, and says why the Browns have played a significant role in the underutilization of Odell Beckham Jr. in Cleveland that’s resulted in their current standoff. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Former Rams All-Pro WR Torry Holt and Rich discuss Isaac Bruce’s Pro Football Hall of Fame enshrinement, Cooper Kupp’s record-setting season, Von Miller joining the Rams, if Tom Brady and the Bucs are the only thing standing between L.A. and a return to the Super Bowl, and why critics who think Browns WR Odell Beckham Jr. is washed up are way off base.
Rich reacts to the poignant comments from Raiders quarterback Derek Carr who addressed the tragic loss of life as a result of Henry Ruggs III’s car crash in Las Vegas this week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich reacts to Aaron Rodgers’ Covid-19 status and says the Packers QB will have plenty of questions waiting for him upon his return, and comments on day two of Odell Beckham Jr. being told to stay at home by the Cleveland Browns and wonders if not having him on the field is truly in the team’s best interests.
Bally Sports NFL Reporter Michael Silver and Rich discuss the “weird staredown” between the Browns and Odell Beckham Jr. and what options Cleveland has with the talented-but-difficult wide receiver, Aaron Rodgers’ positive Covid-19 status and the resulting on-field and off-field implications, and why the Texans and Dolphins were not able to pull off a deal for Deshaun Watson before the NFL Trade Deadline.
Rich and the guys STILL can’t believe the Rams landed Von Miller. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Hall of Fame running back Eric Dickerson tells Rich how he reacted to the news that foot injury has ended Derrick Henry’s pursuit of his single-season NFL rushing record and why if it that mark is ever eclipsed in a 17-game season there should be no asterisk in the record books, and why he was wowed by the Rams trading for All-Pro LB Von Miller. Rich breaks down the latest developments in the Odell Beckham Jr-Cleveland Browns saga and compares it to when Terrell Owens was sent home by the Eagles during his playing career, and reacts to Matt LaFleur’s press conference addressing Aaron Rodgers being out due to a positive Covid-19 test and remarks on the hurdles the Packers’ head coach has overcome in leading Green Bay to a 7-1 record.
The guys critique the first College Football Playoff rankings this season and say which teams (Cincinnati and Oklahoma) deserved more respect from the CFP committee. Rich and TJ wrap up the hour with some heated, but good-natured trolling of the Dallas Cowboys and New York Jets. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Los Angeles Rams General Manager Les Snead tells Rich how the Von Miller trade came about and why he’s willing to gamble the team’s draft future for the chance to win a Super Bowl now, and how head coach Sean McVay reacted to the trade and how he’ll utilize the All-Pro pass rusher in the Rams’ already-formidable defense.
FOX Sports NFL Analyst Mark Sanchez tells Rich how Packers’ backup Jordan Love can make the most of his chance to impress when he starts in place of the Covid-positive Aaron Rodgers, reveals the story behind that infamous game his rookie season when TV cameras caught him eating a hot dog on the sidelines, why the Odell Beckham Jr-Baker Mayfield dynamic has mostly fizzled in Cleveland, and why his alma mater USC is likely to throw A LOT of money at their next head coach.
Rich hands out this week’s ‘Gorilla Glue Toughest Player on Planet Earth’ award to Notre Dame offensive lineman Jarrett Patterson. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich reacts to Aaron Rodgers missing Sunday’s Packers-Chiefs games due to a positive Covid test and what that could mean (if anything) for backup and heir apparent Jordan Love, and reacts to the latest on the Odell Beckham Jr-Browns drama in Cleveland.
NFL Insider Ian Rapoport and Rich discuss the on-field and off-field implications of Packers QB Aaron Rodgers contracting Covid-19, the latest drama between Odell Beckham Jr. and the Cleveland Browns, why the Dolphins were unable to pull off a trade for Deshaun Watson and why they’ll face a more crowded field of suitors now for the embattled QB, the Saints’ options at QB after Jameis Winston’s season-ending knee injury and WR Michael Thomas also being lost for the season, and Giants RB Saquon Barkley testing positive for Covid.
Comedian Sarah Tiana, Chris Brockman’s significant other, calls in to celebrate her beloved Atlanta Braves winning their first World Series since 1995. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich and 76ers fan TJ Jefferson have a tongue-in-cheek debate about the Sixers being able to pull off a trade for the Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard.
Actor/author Max Greenfield of the CBS sitcom ‘The Neighborhood’ tells Rich why he’s taking a break from his beloved New York Giants and has been spending more time with his old flame the Knicks lately, and reveals the impetus behind his new children’s book ‘I Don’t Want to Read This Book.’ Rich does a deep dive into why the Texans and Dolphins were not able to pull off a deal for embattled QB Deshaun Watson before the NFL Trade Deadline. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich breaks down the latest drama surrounding Odell Beckham Jr. which saw has father tweet out a ten-minute video blaming Baker Mayfield for OBJ’s mediocre production since joining the Browns.
ESPN Analyst Dan Orlovsky tells Rich that Patrick Mahomes has the worst mechanics of any starting NFL QB and how that’s been holding back the Chiefs this season, why the Saints would be better off starting Trevor Siemian at QB over Taysom Hill in the wake of Jameis Winston’s season-ending knee injury, why Mac Jones has looked more like a seasoned veteran than a rookie QB more often than not this season, and why the Rams trade for Von Miller could be the piece that puts L.A. over the top.
Rich wraps up the hour explaining why he’s still not ready to say the Chiefs are out contention for a 3rd-straight Super Bowl berth despite their up-and-down 4-4 start to the season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich recaps the Chiefs’ Monday Night Football win over the New York Giants, explains why KC’s season-long Super Bowl hangover was in full effect on MNF despite getting the W, and breaks down the G-Men’s looming decision on the viability of Daniel Jones as the team’s franchise QB.
Pro Football Hall of Famer Rod Woodson and Rich discuss the Chiefs’ stumbling start to the season and how the 2-time defending AFC champions can get back to their consistently winning ways, what Von Miller’s impact will be on the Los Angeles Rams’ already impressive defense and what it says about the team’s commitment to winning the Super Bowl this season, if the Titans have a chance to win the AFC without Derrick Henry or if the Bills are the team to beat, and which stout NFL running back was the only player to strike fear in his heart when it came time to tackle him.
Rich and the guys break down the latest Peyton and Eli Monday Night Football Manningcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
ESPN Analyst and former NFL QB Ryan Leaf tells Rich why he applauds Falcons WR Calvin Ridley stepping away from football to deal with mental health issues, and how tough it is for the likes of Jets QB Mike White and Saints QB Trevor Siemian coming off the bench to lead their teams to victory. Steelers’ All-Pro Defensive Tackle Cameron Heyward tells Rich how Pittsburgh has turned things around the last month after stumbling out of the gate to start the season, reveals that Steelers LB TJ Watt boasts he could go back to college and lead a team to a national championship…as a QB, how the team trolled head coach Mike Tomlin after the USC hullabaloo last week, and his POV as an Ohio State alum on Michigan’s loss to Michigan State. Rich recaps the Patriots 27-24 win over the Chargers and says why he thinks Bill Belichick will be leading New England back to the playoffs this season with rookie QB Mac Jones. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The MMQB’s Senior Writer Albert Breer and Rich discuss Von Miller’s trade to the Rams and explains what it could mean for the Broncos’ and head coach Vic Fangio’s future in Denver, the latest on the Deshaun Watson trade front and if the Texans would get more in return for the embattled QB if they were to trade him after the NFL Trade Deadline, how the Titans could replace Derrick Henry who’s likely to miss the rest of the season with a broken foot, how the Saints will replace Jameis Winston at QB after his season-ending knee injury, and why we haven’t heard the last of the Jon Gruden email leak controversy. In his weekly ‘Overreaction Monday segment, Rich weighs in on whether the Vikings should move on from Kirk Cousins and Mike Zimmer, if Mac Jones will be the best QB in the 2021 draft class when it’s all said and done, if the NFL MVP is a two-horse race between Aaron Rodgers and Matthew Stafford, Big Ben’s ownership of the Cleveland Browns, if the Lions will go 0-17, how the Ttans could replace Derrick Henry and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich recaps the Seahawks, Jets, and Saints getting big Week 8 wins from their backup quarterbacks Geno Smith, Mike White, and Trevor Siemian, and the Dallas Cowboys getting a key road victory under Cooper Rush with Dak Prescott sidelined by a calf injury. Rich and the guys react to the breaking news that the Denver Broncos are sending All-Pro linebacker Von Miller to the Los Angeles Rams who solidify their ‘Super Bowl or Bust’ mindset with the blockbuster trade. Michigan alum Rich reacts to his alma mater’s heartbreaking loss to in-state rival Michigan State and laments the role poor officiating played in the Wolverine’s downfall. Rich reacts to the news that Saints QB Jameis Winston will miss the rest of the season with ligament damage to his left knee. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Joining Rich is former NFL executive, CBS Sports analyst, author and the Chairman of the Board of the BIG 3 basketball League, Amy Trask. Amy and Rich take a deep dive into the early days of her career, learning from the legendary owner of the Raiders, Al Davis and being a woman in the NFL. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich explains, rather emphatically, why NFL teams would be wise to “seize the day” and try to win a title when the chance presents itself and why the Packers and Aaron Rodgers would be foolish to part ways after this season. In his weekly ‘Big Ass Grab Bag’ Top 5, TJ Jefferson recounts the time he had an in-depth 1-on-1 conversation with Michael Jordan where the GOAT revealed which players in NBA history would fill out his All-Time Starting 5 lineup. 2-time Academy Award nominee Jeremy Renner and Rich discuss the state of his beloved (and 2-4) San Francisco 49ers, his upcoming projects ‘Hawkeye’ on Disney+ and ‘The Mayor of Kingstown’ on Paramount+, and reveals if he really once accidentally took Viagra on a L.A.-to-London flight while seated next to Dennis Hopper in another round of ‘Celebrity True or False.’ Chris Brockman, on a recent hot streak, offers up his NFL Week 8 picks in his ‘Sneaky Good Games’ including the Patriots vs the Chargers, Bengals vs the Jets, and Cowboys vs the Vikings. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich recaps the Cardinals heartbreaking, last-second loss to the Packers where Arizona looked just a bit off the whole game, updates the latest on Dak Prescott’s status for the Cowboys’ Sunday Night Football matchup against the Minnesota Vikings, and debates if the Browns are rushing Baker Mayfield back too soon with a fracture in his non-throwing shoulder. Academy Award Best Actor Winner Adrien Brody and Rich discuss his latest Wes Anderson film ‘The French Dispatch’ and what it’s like to work alongside the likes of Bill Murray and Henry Winkler, joining the cast of HBO’s ‘Succession,’ preparing to play Pat Riley in the upcoming miniseries about the Showtime era Lakers, and his penchant for driving fast in cars in the latest round of ‘Celebrity True or False.’ Rich and the debate of there’s any chance Matt Rhule could be lured back to the college game and break down the Carolina Panthers Head Coach’s list of favorite Halloween candy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich recaps the Packers’ thrilling win over the Cardinals that knocked Arizona from the ranks of the unbeaten, and explains why Aaron Rodgers and Green Bay answered a lot of questions that lingered after their tumultuous off-season. Former Packers executive and current MMQB Columnist Andrew Brandt tells Rich how an undermanned Green Bay offense was able to score on the previously undefeated Cardinals, how Matt LaFleur has improved as a head coach, if the Packers are still set on moving on from Aaron Rodgers for Jordan Love next season, and if there’s more to come regarding the Jon Gruden email controversy. Rich and the guys wrap up the hour debating which is their favorite and least favorite Halloween candy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Chris Brockman reacts to his significant other Sarah Tiana’s trip to Houston to watch her Braves get drummed by the Astros in Game 2 of the World Series and Rich shares a story about a failed road trip to Toronto with some fellow Yankees fans back in the 90’s.
Actor/Comedian Jeff Garlin of ‘Curb Your Enthusiasm’ and ‘The Goldbergs’ fame tells Rich why he’s ready to buy his beloved Chicago Bears just so he can fire head coach Matt Nagy, and more!
‘Brother from Another’ Co-Host Michael Smith and Rich discuss the shaky starts by the Los Angeles Lakers and Brooklyn Nets in the face of LeBron James’ injury, L.A.’s lack of chemistry, and Kyrie Irving’s refusal to get Covid-19 vaccinated. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Pro Football Hall of Famer Jerry Rice tells Rich how he went from small college wide receiver to widely regarded as the greatest player in NFL history, and why the current edition of the 49ers need to establish more of an identity under head coach Kyle Shanahan.
Rich and Chris Brockman debate if the Niners did the right thing by only dipping their toe into the Trey Lance waters or if San Francisco should have dived in and named the rookie their starting QB over incumbent Jimmy Garoppolo from the outset of the season.
Buccaneers fan Byron Kennedy calls in to share his experience of getting Tom Brady’s 600th career TD pass ball from Bucs’ WR Mike Evans, then giving the ball back in return for only a fraction of what he could have received for it on the collectibles market with some estimates ranging from $500,000 to as high as $750,000. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich previews the pivotal Thursday Night Football showdown between the unbeaten 7-0 Arizona Cardinals and the 6-1 Green Bay Packers, and updates the latest on Dak Prescott’s calf injury that threatens the QB’s availability for the Cowboys’ Sunday Night Football matchup against the Minnesota Vikings.
FOX Sports College Football Analyst Joel Klatt and Rich discuss this Saturday’s rivalry clash between the unbeaten Michigan Wolverines vs the unbeaten Michigan State Spartans, if Oklahoma Sooners QB Caleb Williams has a chance to win the Heisman Trophy despite playing only half the season so far after supplanting Spencer Rattler as the Sooners starter, and the USC head coaching search that came to the forefront this week when Steelers HC Mike Tomlin angrily denied his interest in the job.
Rich revisits Tomlin’s rant this week when addressing the USC job and where it ranks among the all-time greatest head coach sound bites. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich and the guys debate if the Eagles would be better off benching the inconsistent Jalen Hurts and going with Gardner Minshew or sticking with the 2nd-year QB and letting him take his lumps.
Joe Manganiello tells Rich why he’s cautiously optimistic about his 3-3 Steelers, why the Mike Tomlin/USC rumors could be an act of sabotage by former Bengals QB Carson Palmer, why his wife Sofia Vergara loves his new animated movie ‘The Spine of Night,’ and why you shouldn’t be surprised to see the 6’5” actor traveling through Europe with his tiny pet dog “Bubbles.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich hands out this week’s ‘Gorilla Glue Toughest Player on Planet Earth’ award to San Diego State punter/kicker Matt Araiza who’s on pace to set an NCAA record with a whopping 54 Yards/Per Punt average while also routinely nailing 50-yard field goals for the undefeated Aztecs.
NFL Insider Ian Rapoport tells Rich that the Panthers are out of the Deshaun Watson trade mix for now but could re-engage the Texans if the embattled QB is not dealt before the NFL Trade Deadline, gives injury updates on Dak Prescott (good), Antonio Brown (worrisome), Michael Thomas, Christian McCaffrey and Russell Wilson, if the Eagles could bench Jalen Hurts for Gardner Minshew, and which players are likely to be traded by Tuesday’s deadline.
Rich and the guys react to the memorable-for-all-the-wrong-reasons press conference by Philadelphia Eagles Head Coach Nick Sirianni. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich recaps the Atlanta Braves’ Game 1 World Series win over the Houston Astros, and updates the status of Dak Prescott’s calf injury and if the Cowboys will be forced to turn to Cooper Rush for their Sunday Night Football showdown against the Minnesota Vikings. FOX Sports’ Joe Buck and Rich discuss the Braves-Astros Game 1 and how Atlanta went from a non-factor at the MLB deadline to 3 wins away from a World Series title, the pivotal Thursday Night Football matchup in Week 8 between the 6-1 Packers and the 7-0 Cardinals, if the Cards, Cowboys, Rams or Buccaneers (led by the ageless Tom Brady) is the best team in the NFC, what it was like to host ‘Jeopardy!’ and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Pro Football Talk host Mike Florio tells Rich why he’d be surprised if Deshaun Watson is not dealt before the NFL Trade Deadline, if 49ers Head Coach Kyle Shanahan should be on the hot seat after the Niners’ 2-4 start, if Sunday Ticket might be moving off the DirecTV platform, and Jon Gruden’s next steps after the email scandal that cost him the Raiders’ Head Coach job. (timestamp). In his weekly ‘4 Downs’ segment Rich weighs in on the Bengals drafting WR Ja’Marr Chase with their first-round pick instead of OT Penei Sewell, why Raiders QB Derek Carr should be in the discussion for NFL MVP honors, the Titans’ chances to run the table, and more! (timestamp). A viewer recaps Rich’s less-than-stellar predictions from his 4th Down Hot Takes this season, and the guys debate if Tom Brady adding bitcoin to the mix was enough in return for that Buccaneers fan to hand over his 600th career TD ball. (timestamp). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich previews the Cowboys return after their bye week and the status of Dak Prescott who’s nursing a calf injury and weighs in on the Jets bringing back journeyman QB Joe Flacco into the fold with rookie Zach Wilson out for a few weeks with a knee injury.
Chiefs All-Pro QB Patrick Mahomes tells Rich why he remains positive and optimistic despite KC stumbling out of the gate to a sloppy 3-4 start to the season, how fatherhood has changed his life, and his reaction to the Tom Brady/600th TD pass ball controversy.
Rich reacts to receiving a special ambassador award for his RunRichRun fundraising efforts for the St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Mike Del Tufo ends the hour running through his long list of Most Obnoxious NFL Fan Bases. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich recaps the Saints’ 13-10 win over the Seahawks on Monday Night Football and comments on the big hole Pete Carroll and Seattle find themselves in after a 2-5 start to the season, and explains why New Orleans’ 4-2 record is all that more impressive given the early-season challenges they’ve had to overcome.
NFL Network Analyst Daniel Jeremiah tells Rich why the Peyton & Eli Manningcast was the best part of the Saints-Seahawks MNF matchup, how the Bengals have gone from laughingstock to no laughing matter for their remaining opponents this season, and why the Raiders are thriving after the departure of Jon Gruden.
Rich and the guys marvel at Steelers Head Coach Mike Tomlin’s MUST-WATCH response to the rumors that he’s in the mix to become USC’s next head coach. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jets fan Rich reacts to the team’s 54-13 beatdown at the hands of the Patriots, the injury to rookie QB Zach Wilson, and if the woebegone franchise will EVER be able to reverse their fortunes.
Rich and an avid Bengals fan caller run through the rest of Cincinnati’s schedule with game-by-game predictions.
Former 49ers WR/TE Bob Bruer calls in and tells the story of keeping the ball from his first NFL touchdown pass, which also happened to be Joe Montana’s first TD pass. Saints Pro Bowl LB Demario Davis and Rich discuss Jameis Winston’s maturity and the QB seizing New Orleans’ leadership role as they head into their Monday Night Football showdown with the Seattle Seahawks, and what it was like being displaced for a month by Hurricane Ida when he had 4 young children and a wife who was ready to give birth to baby #5. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
‘Good Morning Football’ co-host Peter Schrager and Rich discuss the latest on the Deshaun Watson trade front and if a suspension from the NFL is imminent, if 49ers Head Coach Kyle Shanahan deserves to be on the hot seat, if the Chiefs can stop the downward spiral on their season, why the Cardinals and Bengals have risen from the trash heap to legit contenders, and why the Jets could be losing a generation of fans if they keep up their losing ways. Seahawks All-Pro LB Bobby Wagner and Rich discuss a possible timeline for Russell Wilson’s return from his finger injury, the challenge presented by the New Orleans Saints on Monday Night Football, his less-than-enthusiastic reception to the NFL’s Taunting crackdown, how he and the league have changed during his 10-year career, and what lies ahead for him after his playing days. Rich reacts to the hot mess/can’t look away spectacle that was Illinois’ win over Penn State that was a whopping 9 Overtimes of ugly football. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich recaps the Colts’ Sunday Night Football win over the 49ers and compares the divergent paths San Francisco and Indianapolis have taken of late due to the quarterback play from Carson Wentz and Jimmy Garoppolo. Rich breaks down the landscape for a potential Deshaun Watson trade and ponders if the Niners would make a bold move to acquire the embattled Texans QB. In his ‘Overreaction Monday’ segment Rich weighs in on topics including the Titans as the AFC’s best team, if the Chiefs will miss the playoffs, if the Bengals will win the AFC North and if Ja’Marr Chase is the best rookie WR since Randy Moss, if Niners HC Kyle Shanahan is on the hot seat, and if America is rooting for the Atlanta Braves to beat the Houston Astros in the World Series. Rich and the guys debate whether or not the fan who gave back Tom Brady’s 600th TD pass ball in exchange for an autographed jersey did the right thing considering the ball could have fetched $500,000 at auction. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode Rich sits down with none other than "The Swami", ESPN Legend Chris Berman. Chris goes deep into his career beginnings and the path that led him to ESPN and how he became one of the most recognizable voices at ESPN and in the NFL. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Former Pro Bowl QB Carson Palmer tells Rich how his former team the Bengals, led by Joe Burrow, have become a force to be reckoned with in the AFC North, why Tom Brady and the Buccaneers can even get better following their Super Bowl win, what it will take for Aaron Rodgers to stick around in Green Bay after this Packers’ season, what makes Kyler Murray the most exciting player in the NFL today.
TJ Jefferson shares his weekly top 5, this time listing his 5 favorite ‘Seinfeld’ episodes. Chris Brockman wraps up the hour with his NFL Week 7 ‘Sneaky Good Games.' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich updates the latest on Baker Mayfield’s shoulder injury, and comments on Tua Tagovailoa’s shaky stature in Miami and wonders just how committed the Dolphins are to the 2nd-year QB with a the possibility of a Deshaun Watson trade in their near future.
Jerome Bettis and Rich discuss the growing number of Pittsburgh Steelers in the Pro Football Hall of Fame, what has impressed him about rookie RB Najee Harris, why Ben Roethlisberger’s struggles this season are not all his fault, and more. Rich and Chris Brockman break down the Dodgers’ 11-2 thumping of the Braves in their NLCS Game 5. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich gloats over his prediction that Case Keenum would step in for the injured Baker Mayfield and lead the Browns to a Thursday Night Football win over the Broncos. NFL Network Analyst Joe Thomas and Rich discuss the Browns pivotal Thursday Night Football win over the Denver Broncos with backup QB Case Keenum efficiently filling in for the injured Baker Mayfield, Cleveland’s chances to win the AFC given their injuries and the step back the Chiefs have taken so far this season with a porous defense, and why the 6-0 Cardinals look to be the team to beat in the NFC. Rich comments on the latest developments in the Ben Simmons-76ers saga that reportedly has the embattled Sixers star taking a mental health break from basketball. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich and the guys break down the comments from Eagles Center Jason Kelce who pulled no punches when slamming Sixers’ star Ben Simmons, while throwing a jab at Jacksonville Jaguars fans for good measure.
Director Robert Townsend and Rich discuss the upcoming Netflix series ‘Colin in Black and White’ about the childhood of former NFL quarterback Colin Kaepernick, and the origin story behind his 1987 directorial debut ‘Hollywood Shuffle’ and how he paid for the cult classic with his personal credit cards. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Cleveland Browns Insider Nathan Zegura and Rich discuss the Browns facing the Broncos on Thursday Night Football without starting QB Baker Mayfield and why the defense must step up against Denver, and why he’s still a true believer in TJ Jefferson despite his failed ‘Price Is Right’ appearance. Rich and the guys react to Broncos LB Von Miller guaranteeing he’ll get two sacks against the Cleveland Browns tonight. Rich reacts to the Dodgers’ 3-1 NLCS hole to the Atlanta Braves and L.A.’s head-scratching use of Max Scherzer and Julio Urias. Turner Sports’ MLB Analyst Ron Darling tells Rich how the Dodgers’ “mismanagement” of their stellar starting rotation has them on the brink of elimination against the Braves and why Atlanta could be in trouble if they don’t close out L.A. in Game 5, Eddie Rosario’s stellar NLCS, and how the Astros were able to get off the canvas against the Red Sox in their ALCS series. timestamp). Rich and the guys react to Nick Saban showing his humorous side when a reporter on a Zoom call showed up with his infant son in his lap. Rich offers some advice for Jets fans who are growing impatient with the growing pains of rookie QB Zach Wilson, and weighs in on the chances the Dolphins and Texans will be able to pull of a blockbuster Deshaun Watson trade. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich reacts to the latest Baker Mayfield shoulder injury news and explains why haters of the Browns QB will be out en force tonight when Cleveland takes on the Broncos with backup Case Keenum. With the rumor mills swirling around Deshaun Watston to the Dolphins, Rich goes to bat for Tua Tagovailoa and says why Miami might be jumping the gun on moving on from the 2nd-year QB.
(Houston Chronicle columnist John McClain tells Rich how close the Texans are to trading embattled QB Deshaun Watson to the Dolphins and how many 1st-round picks Miami is willing to give up in the deal, and how the Astros went from looking like they were ready to bow out against the Red Sox to the brink of another World Series appearance.
Rich grapples with a huge and possibly life-altering decision: does he return to rooting for the Knicks at the urging of his 10-year-old son after swearing off the franchise because of his hatred for team owner James Dolan?? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
‘Curb Your Enthusiasm’ creator and star Larry David stops by the studio where he tells Rich why he would outlaw field goals and punting if he were to replace NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell, why he would be a dynamic Offensive Coordinator for the New York Jets, how he’s constantly ruining takes by laughing during filming of improvised ‘Curb’ scenes, and what is the right and wrong thing to do in social situations we all experience like spoiler rules for movies and sports, ordering at the drive-thru, restaurant etiquette and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich previews the Browns vs Broncos on Thursday Night Football and explains why Cleveland fans shouldn’t press the panic button with journeyman backup QB Case Keenum starting for the injured Baker Mayfield. Rich presents this week’s ‘Gorilla Glue Toughest Player on Planet Earth’ award to Purdue WR David Bell who hauled in 11 catches for a whopping 240 yards in the Boilermakers’ upset of the 2nd-ranked Iowa Hawkeyes.
Shams Charania, NBA Insider for The Athletic and Stadium, and Rich discuss the lack of chemistry issues between LeBron James, Russell Westbrook and Anthony Davis that led to the Lakers’ season-opening loss to Steph Curry and the Golden State Warriors, the Bucks’ blowout of the Nets and if Brooklyn will see Kyrie Irving suit up for them this season as he refused to get Covid-19 vaccinated, and if there’s any solution to the stalemate between the Philadelphia 76ers and disgruntled swingman Ben Simmons. (timestamp). Rich, Brockman and TJ make their NBA predictions for the 2021-22 season for MVP, Rookie of the Year, Coach of the Year, and NBA Champions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich recaps Russell Westbrook’s less-than-impressive/pretty bad regular season debut that saw the Lakers lose to Steph Curry’s Golden State Warriors, and explains why the Milwaukee Bucks still have something to prove to him despite winning an NBA title last season.
Rich recaps the good (two dramatic late-inning home runs by the Dodgers’ Cody Bellinger and the Astros’ Jose Altuve) and the bad (horrendous home plate umpire balls and strikes calls) in the NLCS and ALCS. ‘Brother from Another’ co-host Michael Smith and Rich discuss the Lakers’ chemistry issues with LeBron James, Anthony Davis and Westbrook, how he would handle the Ben Simmons situation if he were running the Philadelphia 76ers and what advice he would give the embattled Sixers swingman if he were his agent. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bruce Feldman of FOX Sports and The Athletic discuss Rich LSU paying Ed Orgeron $17 Million to walk away as their head football coach and if the Tigers could lure Jumbo Fisher away from Texas A&M or Dabo Swinney away from Clemson, USC and Washington States head coaching vacancies, if benched Oklahoma Sooners QB Spencer Rattler would be better off transferring or entering the NFL Draft after this season, and the QB situation at the University of Michigan.
Chris Brockman runs through the latest NFL injury news with updates on the Browns’ backfield, Baker Mayfield’s non-throwing shoulder, and more! Yankees fans Rich and Mike Del Tufo debate Red Sox fan Brockman on New York bringing back manager Aaron Boone on a 3-year extension. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich and the guys break down Ben Simmons’ bad day that saw him get kicked out of practice by head coach Doc Rivers and suspended for the 76ers opening game for insubordination. The Athletic’s Senior NBA Writer Sam Amick and Rich discuss Simmons beef with the 76ers and what options the team has moving forward and what kind of return they can get in a trade for the guard-forward, why the Suns are dragging their feet on an extension for up-and-coming big man Deandre Ayton, how Russell Westbrook will mesh with LeBron James and Anthony Davis on the Lakers, and if Klay Thompson can regain his old form for the Warriors when he returns from two devastating injuries the last two seasons.
In his weekly ‘4 Downs’ segment Rich weighs in on the Bengals chances to win the AFC North, why Patriots QB Mac Jones looks nothing like a rookie so far this season, who’s the frontrunner for the #1 overall pick in the 2022 NFL Draft, and why defensive teams celebrating turnovers is not considered Taunting. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich recaps Titans RB Derrick Henry’s stellar, 3-touchdown game against the Bills and why he’s plowed his way into the NFL MVP conversation, and Tennessee’s thrilling Monday Night Football win over the Buffalo and Sean McDermott’s decision to go for the win on 4th and goal with a Josh Allen QB Sneak instead of settling for a game-tying FG that would have sent the game to OT.
Hall of Fame running back Marshall Faulk tells Rich what makes Titans RB Derrick Henry by far the best running back in the NFL today, why the 6-0 Cardinals are no fluke, and that he fully believes in the 5-1 Baltimore Ravens but the 5-1 Dallas Cowboys still have something to prove.
Rich reacts to embattled G/F Ben Simmons getting kicked out of the 76er’s practice today and suspended for the Sixers opening game for insubordination. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In his NFL Week 6 ‘Overreaction Monday’ segment Rich weighs in on whether or not the Raiders are the best team in the AFC West, if the Ravens are the best team in the AFC, how long the Cardinals can remain unbeaten, if Urban Meyer’s Week 6 win was enough to save his job, if the Giants should move on from Daniel Jones, and if we’ll see Cam Newton as an NFL starting QB again this season.
ESPN NFL & College Football Analyst Dan Orlovsky tells Rich why he’s very concerned for the Browns following their blowout loss to the Arizona Cardinals and why the Baker Mayfield-Odell Beckham Jr. dynamic has been far from dynamic on the field, which team among the Cardinals, Rams, Cowboys and Buccaneers is the best team in the NFC right now, if the Chiefs, Vikings and Steelers have turned a corner with their Week 6 Wins, how the 49ers and Saints will look coming off their bye weeks, why the Cincinnati Bearcats are the best College Football team he’s seen this season, and what the Michigan Wolverines must do on offense to finish the season unbeaten.
Rich reacts to Aaron Rodgers vociferously trolling Bears fans after scoring a touchdown at Soldier Field this week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich rips the Dodgers’ mind-boggling decisions and overreliance on analytics that have resulted in the defending champions in a 2-0 hole against the Atlanta Braves in the NLCS. The MMQB’s Albert Breer and Rich discuss his biggest takeaways from the NFL’s Week 6, if Urban Meyer’s win over the Dolphins saved his job as Jaguars head coach, if the 1-5 Dolphins could turn to the Texans for a possible Deshaun Watson trade if they decide to move on from Tua Tagovailoa, if the 6-0 Arizona Cardinals are for real, and if that expected Aaron Rodgers-Packers divorce will actually turn out to be a reconciliation. Rich recaps the Ravens start-to-finish domination of the Chargers and says why Lamar Jackson could be on his way to a 2nd NFL MVP award. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich explains why the Cowboys are poised for a Super Bowl run after an impressive first 6 weeks of the season thanks to Dak Prescott on offense and the ball-hawking Trevon Diggs on defense, but why head coach Mike McCarthy might be the biggest obstacle keeping Dallas from winning another ring for Jerry Jones. Rich recaps the two most impressive road wins in the NFL Week 6 from the Arizona Cardinals easily handling the Cleveland Browns and the Raiders brushing aside the Jon Gruden controversy with a 10-point win over AFC West rival Denver Broncos. Rich comments on the Browns’ worrisome 2-game slide and rash of key injuries, and Broncos’ head coach Vic Fangio’s head-scratching use of the red challenge flag in their loss to the Raiders. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jim Nantz, the legendary voice of the NFL on CBS and The Masters, joins Rich Eisen for a candid discussion about his career and how he became one of the most recognizable voices in sports. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On the heels of Tyson Fury vs Deontay Wilder 3, TJ Jefferson lists his all-time favorite sports trilogies including Muhammad Ali vs Joe Frazier, Magic Johnson vs Larry Bird and more. Titans RB Derrick Henry tells Rich what his body feels like the day after a hard-hitting, 30-carry game in the NFL and if he’s concerned about his heavy workload this season which is on a record-setting pace, how he’s preparing to face the Buffalo Bills on Monday Night Football, what All-Pro WR Julio Jones has brought to the team, and if he’s down with adopting Rich’s new nickname for him “The Diminisher.” Chris Brockman offers up his “Sneaky Good Games” picks for NFL Week 6 while Rich lists his top “Under the Radar” games. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich reacts to the trade of Pro Bowl TE Zach Ertz and what it says about the status of the Arizona Cardinals (rising) and the Philadelphia Eagles (rebuilding). Rich recaps the Buccaneers’ Thursday Night Football win over the Eagles and breaks down the inconsistent play from Philly’s 2nd-year QB Jalen Hurts and the consistent greatness of the ageless Tom Brady. ESPN’s Bomani Jones tells Rich discuss how deep Jon Gruden’s racist comments about NFLPA head DeMaurice Smith have reverberated among the union and NFL players, why Nets guard Kyrie Irving’s anti-vaccination stance explanation makes little sense, why Ravens QB Lamar Jackson should be the NFL MVP front runner, and his upcoming sports talk show on HBO. Rich reacts to Kevin Durant’s comments on the Kyrie situation while Brockman and TJ try to convince the former Knicks fan to root for the Nets this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich recaps the Dodgers-Giants nail-biting Game 5 of their NLDS and the controversial check-swing strikeout that gave L.A. the series win over their archrivals to the north. Turner Sports MLB Analyst Ron Darling tells Rich why MLB should expand the use of replay to avoid controversies like the end of the Dodgers-Giants series, why L.A. rolled the dice on going with an “opener” instead of 20-game winner Julio Urias to start their loser-goes-home game against San Francisco, and why he’s predicting a Dodgers-Astros World Series rematch. Rich and Chris Brockman debate if they would want to be an MLB manager in this day and age where a team’s front office has more of a say about day-to-day tactics and on-field decisions through the proliferation of analytics. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
‘Shark Tank’ Co-host/entrepreneur Daymond John and Rich discuss the origins of ‘Black Entrepreneur’s Day’ and the need for more minority business ownership in America, and TJ Jefferson gives an impassioned pitch to become a FUBU brand ambassador.
Rich reacts, and we mean R E A C T S, to news that the Dodgers have replaced Julio Urias as their Game 5 starter against the San Francisco Giants with reliever Corey Knebel with plans to bring the 20-game winner into the game later on.
Bills QB Josh Allen tells Rich why he and the team are not getting too big-headed about their Week 5 drubbing of the 2-time defending AFC Champion Chiefs, how “nerding out” over his throwing mechanics took his game to a whole new level, and why he DOES NOT want fans in Buffalo to give him free meals or drinks. Rich reacts to the poignant and powerful response from Chargers head coach Brandon Staley when he was asked to address the Raiders Jon Gruden email controversy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Second Gentleman of the United States Douglas Emhoff tells Rich what it’s like to throw out the first pitch at an MLB game and what it’s been like for him, a die-hard Dodgers fan, to be in the same household with his die-hard San Francisco Giants fan Vice President Kamala Harris, and his recommendation to anti-vaxxers like Nets guard Kyrie Irving.
‘Good Morning Football’ co-host Kyle Brandt and Rich discuss the chances Justin Fields can reverse the Bears’ recent misfortunes against their NFC North rival Packers, if Jalen Hurts and the Eagles have a chance on Thursday Night Football against the ageless Tom Brady and the Buccaneers, and which is his favorite scene from Quentin Tarantino’s ‘Pulp Fiction.’ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich Eisen previews the Buccaneers taking on the Eagles on Thursday Night Football and explains why we’ll never get tired of watching Tom Brady perform in primetime.
Rich explains which 3-2 teams need to win most in the NFL’s Week 6 including the Raiders, Broncos, Panthers, Titans, Browns, Bears, and Packers, and examine the Raiders’ chances to get past the Jon Gruden controversy and live up to their potential on the field under interim head coach Rich Bisaccia.
On the anniversary of the release of ‘Pulp Fiction’ the guys debate which is the best scene from the Quentin Tarantino classic, and discuss if Brockman and Sarah Tianna will be able to co-exist in the same household of the Red Sox and Braves reach the World Series. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich reacts to Kyrie Irving’s explanation for his refusal to get vaccinated against Covid-19, to Lincoln Riley closing Oklahoma’s practices to all media the rest of the week in the wake of QB Spencer Rattler’s benching for freshman Caleb Williams, if 49ers Head Coach Kyle Shanahan should be on the hot seat, and William Shatner, Star Trek’s Captain Kirk, becoming the oldest person to ever go to into space. ‘Brother from Another’ co-host Michael Smith and Rich discuss Kyrie Irving’s refusal to get Covid vaccinated which might cost the Nets guard an entire season of basketball, and why there could be lots of nervous people in the NFL’s hierarchy following the leak of Jon Gruden’s controversial emails.
Rich offers up his advice for Raiders Owner Mark Davis on how to address his fan base in the Gruden aftermath. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich names Iowa linebacker Jack Campbell the recipient of this week’s ‘Gorilla Glue Toughest Player on Planet Earth’ Award after the Hawkeyes knocked off previously unbeaten Big Ten rival Penn State to move up to the #2 spot in the national rankings. Rich and the guys do a deep dive into fantasy football trash talk etiquette and how much trash talk is too much trash talk, or if there’s even such a thing when it comes to fantasy sports. NASCAR Cup Series driver Erik Jones tells Rich how his mom got him into racing at age 7 despite his dad’s reluctance and if he actually calls #43 car team owner Richard Petty “The King.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Former Raiders CEO Amy Trask and Rich discuss the Jon Gruden email controversy and if his bigotry is a wider problem in the halls of the NFL’s higher ups and not just on isolated case, where the team and the NFL go from here in addressing the underlying issues behind his comments, her advice for team owner Mark Davis following his limited response, and how the late Al Davis would’ve responded to the Gruden situation. Rich weighs in on Gruden’s misogynistic comments and explains why he’s flabbergasted by the antediluvian beliefs held by the ousted Raiders head coach. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich reacts to Tom Brady speaking about his thumb injury and explains why the Buccaneers are far more impressive at this point in the season as they were a year ago. In his ‘4 Downs’ segment Rich weighs in on fans reaping the benefits of the NFL’s expanded 17-game season, if the Patriots, Steelers, Vikings or Eagles can bounce back from their disappointing stars, why the Chargers-Ravens in Week 6 could have big consequences down the road, and if the Bills can run the table on their 2021 schedule. Chris Brockman throws out a movies-related flaming hot take: 3-time Oscar winning actress Meryl Streep is overrated?? Steelers WR Chase Claypool tells Rich why he thinks ‘Die Hard’ is NOT a Christmas movie, how the moribund Pittsburgh offense found new life in Week 5 against the Broncos, how it’s been in the locker room with Ben Roethlisberger this season as he winds down his career, and why he’s trying to get all his teammates and coaches to watch ‘Squid Game.’ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
ESPN Senior NBA Writer Brian Windhorst tells Rich why the Nets have chosen to ban Kyrie Irving from playing until he gets Covid-19 vaccinated and what the enigmatic point guard’s options are ranging from getting vaxxed to actually retiring from basketball, why Ben Simmons caved in on his stance to never play for the 76ers again and if the Sixers will be able to trade the embattled guard. Rich and the guys recap the Dodgers-Giants NLDS Game 3, and Rich throws some shade Chris Brockman’s way following his Red Sox knocking the AL East champions Rays out of the playoffs which leads to Rich revealing what happened the first (and only) time he used chewing tobacco. Rich wraps up the hour explaining why Browns QB Baker Mayfield deserves more due respect even though he’s overshadowed in the AFC by the likes of Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes and Bills QB Josh Allen, while Cowboys fan TJ Jefferson makes the case for Dak Prescott as NFL MVP. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich recaps Lamar Jackson and the Ravens’ 19-point comeback win over the Indianapolis Colts on Monday Night Football and says why Josh Allen now has some stiff competition in the NFL MVP race. Rich reacts to Jon Gruden’s resignation as Las Vegas Raiders Head Coach after numerous emails surfaced in which Gruden used disparaging comments about gays, women, and used racially charged language. Pro Football Talk’s Mike Florio tells Rich why he thinks “there’s probably more” damaging Gruden emails somewhere and why “there are nervous people” in the NFL whose misdeeds might also come to light, what the Raiders do next in the wake of the controversy, and just how thin the thin ice is that Urban Meyer is on with the Jacksonville Jaguars’ brass. Rich comments on the Raiders’ next steps and explains why the franchise is in good hands with Mike Mayock, especially if the GM hires former Eagles Head Coach Doug Pederson to replace Gruden. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich reacts to the emotional, tear-filled postgame press conference of Lions HC Dan Campbell after Detroit lost yet another game on a last-second field goal. In his NFL Week 5 ‘Overreaction Monday’ segment Rich weighs in on the Chargers-Browns shootout, the much maligned Ben Roethlisberger leading the Steelers to a win over the Broncos, if the Cowboys are the best team in the NFC, if the Chiefs could miss the playoffs this year, if Justin Fields can lead the Bears to the playoffs, and if Crimson Tide fans should press the panic button after #1 Alabama’s loss to unranked Texas A&M. Chargers RB Austin Ekeler and Rich discuss the team’s huge Week 5 slugfest win over the Browns and how the Bolts are changing their image away from the team that normally chokes in late-game situations, how Justin Herbert has grown as a QB and a leader after just one year in the NFL, what energy and confidence rookie head coach Brandon Staley has infused into the team’s locker room, and shares his unlikely journey to the NFL which began with a pro day where something highly unusual happened. Rich reacts to the Chargers’ success under Brandon Staley and how he’s already changing the team’s image just five games into his first season as a head coach, and has some advice for Sixers holdout point guard Ben Simmons. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Ringer’s Kevin Clark and Rich discuss the latest Tyson Fury-Deontay Wilder fight and why boxing’s once moribund heavyweight division is alive and thriving once again, why the 2-3 Chiefs suddenly look mortal after back-to-back Super Bowl appearances, and if the Cowboys have a legitimate show to represent the NFC in the Super Bowl.
Rich takes a call from Cleveland and wonders if Browns QB Baker Mayfield is getting his due respect for what he’s meant to Cleveland’s growth from laughing stock to title contenders.
With the Jaguars falling to 0-5 Rich breaks down the postgame sound bites from Urban Meyer and Trevor Lawrence and explains why the head coach and the star QB are definitely NOT on the same page. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich recaps the Bills’ dominant win over the Chiefs on Sunday Night Football and explains why 1) Buffalo is the best team in the NFL, and 2) why Josh Allen is the NFL MVP frontrunner, and weighs in on KC’s reversal of fortune this season that has seen the defending AFC Champions stumble out of the gate to a 2-3 start.
Rich and Brockman break down the craziest moments from an absolutely BATS**T crazy sports weekend including Texas A&M’s upset of #1 Alabama, the Oklahoma Sooners’ walk-off touchdown run against the Texas Longhorns in the Red River Showdown, Fury vs Wilder III, the Rays’ controversial ground rule double in their 13-inning loss to the Red Sox, White Sox catcher Yasmani Grandal channeling his inner Reggie Jackson and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Los Angeles Rams All-Pro Offensive Tackle Andrew Whitworth and Rich discuss that crazy double-punt play in their Thursday Night win over the Seattle Seahawks, the “confidence and energy” Matthew Stafford has brought to the team’s offense, and what it’s like to have to face Aaron Donald in practice every day.
Actor Phil Dunster and Rich discuss his “Jamie Tartt” character on ‘Ted Lasso’ and reveals he actually made the booming 40-yard free kick in season 2’s episode 6, if he regrets suggesting the producers use “Baby Shark” as his fan chant song, and how many more seasons of the beloved Apple TV+ series fans can expect. Rich reveals which is his favorite ‘Caddyshack’ scene, and a reluctant Chris Brockman (just 1-11 on his picks this season) offers up his latest “Sneaky Good Games’ for NFL Week 5. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On this episode Rich sits down with Kevin Harlan of CBS Sports and Westwood One's Monday Night Football broadcast. Kevin, who has had a life filled with sports, talks about growing up as the son of Bob Harlan, a former executive with the Green Bay Packers and how a personal recommendation from broadcaster Gary Bender to his dad led Kevin to attend the University of Kansas and its School of Journalism and Mass Communications. Plus, Kevin talks about how a letter to the great John Facenda resulted in an amazing compliment. All that and more in today's episode of Just Getting Started with Rich Eisen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich lists his top NFL Week 5 ‘Under the Radar’ games including the Eagles vs Panthers, Dolphins vs Buccaneers and Packers vs Bengals, and hatches a plan to troll his NFL Network cohort Michael Irvin who will be getting up extra early in London to call the Falcons-Jets while the rest of the NFL GameDay Morning crew takes the week off.
Wrestler CM Punk tells Rich how All Elite Wrestling was able to lure him out of retirement and why he’s all-in on AEW’s bright future, why being a Bears and Cubs fans is one big ball of love and heartbreak (with a dash of frustration sprinkled in), and if he would consider going to Japan to take on Okada. Rich previews the Jaguars’ big Week 5 game that could determine how much longer Urban Meyer remains the team’s head coach. TJ Jefferson lists his “Top 5 Least Favorite Sport Moments” including Dwight Clark’s “The Catch,” Carlos Beltran striking out looking for the Mets to end the World Series, Florida State’s infamous “Wide Right II” and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich recaps the Los Angeles Rams’ pivotal road win over their NFC West rival Seahawks and explains why 2-3 Seattle is at a crossroads already with the finger injury to All-Pro QB Russell Wilson.
Indianapolis Colts QB Carson Wentz tells Rich what it’s like to play in an NFL with not one, but TWO sprained ankles and how he’s dealt with a string of injuries throughout his career, his close connect with head coach Frank Reich, the challenge of facing a tough Baltimore Ravens on Monday Night Football, and the advice he has for fellow North Dakota State alum Trey Lance before he makes his first career start for the 49ers on Sunday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich previews tonight’s pivotal NFC West matchup between the Rams and Seahawks and explains why he’s leaning toward a Seattle home win over Matthew Stafford and Sean McVay.
In his latest ‘4 Downs’ segment Rich weighs in on how those crazy Week 1 losses by the Bills and Packers look in hindsight, if the Colts still have a shot to win the AFC South, which unexpected receiver has emerged as one of the Falcons' most dangerous weapons, and if the Bengals will be in the playoff hunt at the end of the season.
CBS Sports NFL Analyst and former Raiders CEO Amy Trask tells Rich why she would fire Urban Meyer for “a glaring lack of leadership” if she were in the Jaguars’ front office, if there’s any way the embattled head coach can regain the trust of his team, and where the NFL’s crackdown on Taunting originated. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich explains why Bills Mafia is “feeling it” as their team heads into an AFC Championship game rematch against the Chiefs in Week 5.
CBS Sports’ David Samson tells Rich why Gerrit Cole “is no longer an ace,” and why the Yankees should fire manager Aaron Boone and GM Brian Cashman, why the analytics-driven Rays are likely to sweep the Red Sox in their ALDS showdown and go on to face the Brewers in the World Series, and reveals that the Angels likely had an illegal extension agreement with Shohei Ohtani back when they originally signed the 2-way star back in 2018. Rich previews the NFL’s Week 5 and lists which teams desperately need a win between the Vikings vs Lions, Colts vs Ravens, Steelers vs Broncos, Falcons vs Jets, and the Jaguars vs Titans. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich recaps the Dodgers’ nail-biting walk-off win over the St. Louis Cardinals in the National League Wildcard Game, and laments how pervasive analytics have greatly removed the possibility managers will leave their aces on the mound deep into playoff games.
Ravens DE Calais Campbell tells Rich how close he came to retiring after last season and what got him to come back for his 14th NFL season, how Baltimore go past their rash of ACL injuries to key players during training camp, why the team trusts head coach John Harbaugh implicitly, why Justin Tucker might be the best kicker in NFL history, and what challenges await them on Monday Night Football when they face the Colts. Rich previews the pivotal Week 5 AFC showdown between the 3-1 Chargers and the 3-1 Browns which leads to a debate on whether or not Baker Mayfield would still go #1 overall to Cleveland if we re-drafted the 2018 quarterback class. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Yankees play-by-play announcer Michael Kay and Rich discuss the Pinstripes’ disappointing end to their season in a Wildcard Game loss to their archrival Red Sox and what the aftermath could look like in the Bronx for manager Aaron Boone and GM Brian Cashman, the early exit of $300 Million starter Gerrit Cole after just 2 innings against the Bosox, how the Yankees can take a page from Boston and the Tampa Bay Rays in their use of analytics, and how the Nets could respond to Kyrie Irving’s refusal to get Covid-vaccinated which could result in him having to sit out every home game in Brooklyn in the upcoming NBA season.
Rich takes a call from his Boston sports fan brother-in-law who calls in to gloat about the Red Sox win over the Yankees. Rich reacts to Urban Meyer’s latest comments on why he decided not to fly home with the team after the Jaguars Thursday Night Football loss to the Bengals and explains why his explanation only leads to more questions. Rich breaks down the comments from Bears Head Coach Matt Nagy and QB Justin Fields after the rookie quarterback was named Chicago’s permanent starter today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich reacts to breaking news out of Chicago where head coach Matt Nagy caved into fans desires (and common sense) to name Justin Fields the team’s permanent QB1 moving forward.
Rich hands out this week’s Gorilla Glue Toughest Player on Planet Earth Award to Cincinnati WR Alec Pierce who hauled in 6 catches for 144 yards in the Bearcats’ upset of previously unbeaten Notre Dame. FOX Sports’ NFL and CFB Rules Analyst Mike Pereira tells Rich how College Football can fix its inconsistent enforcement of its controversial Targeting rule, why the NFL overreacted with its emphasis on flagging players for Taunting, and if we’ll ever see a “Sky Judge” to oversee all penalties in NFL games. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Yankees fan Rich recaps the Pinstripes’ Wild Card Game loss to their archrival Red Sox, and let’s just say he’s not exactly happy with the results. At all.
NFL Insider Ian Rapoport and Rich discuss Urban Meyer “being put on notice” by Jaguars owner Shad Khan after the head coach’s embarrassing off-field incident following the Jags dropping to 0-4 on the season, why the Cowboys and Patriots released two very good players in LB Jaylon Smith and Stefon Gilmore (the 2019 NFL Defensive Player of the Year) and where those two could land, and where we stand on the Deshaun Watson trade front. Rich wraps up the hour explaining why Week 5’s matchup against AFC South rival Titans could be a make-or-break game for the Jaguars HC Urban Meyer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Former NFL GM Michael Lombardi tells Rich why Jaguars owner Shad Khan would be better off firing Urban Meyer sooner rather than later following the head coach’s embarrassing off-the-field weekend following the Jags moving to 0-4 on the season, if Ben Roethlsberger is the Steelers’ best option at QB, why the Chargers have the best roster in the NFL, and why the media made more of the Brady-Belichick reunion that necessary.
Actor Morris Chestnut and Rich discuss how he, a Los Angeles native and Lakers and Dodgers die-hard, became a Philadelphia Eagles fan, and his new FOX drama ‘Our Kind of People,’ and what’s accurate and inaccurate about his career and personal life in a round of ‘Celebrity True or False.’ Rich rants against the latest example of the NFL’s crackdown on Taunting when Raiders TE Darren Waller was flagged for spiking the ball on the Chargers’ sideline on Monday Night Football. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
New York Giants QB Daniel Jones and Rich discuss the G-Men’s big Week 4 overtime win over the Saints on the road, what he’s learned from his predecessor Eli Manning and dealing with the criticism of the New York spotlight, facing the Cowboys in a HUGE Week 5 NFC East showdown, and what advice he has for Rich when running a 40-yard-dash. Rich reacts to the burgeoning issues surrounding Urban Meyer and the winless Jaguars following his embarrassing off-the-field incident that has undermined his authority in Jacksonville and could threaten his coaching future there. Rich comments on what the Raiders’ Monday Night Football loss to the Chargers bodes for the rest of their season and why we’re jonesing for a MNF Manningcast after just one week without Peyton and Eli’s in-game commentary. Yankees fan Rich and Red Sox fan Chris Brockman preview the American League Wildcard Game between New York and Boston with Rich voicing how much he despises the Tampa Bay Rays' style of baseball…and umpire Angel Hernandez. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich breaks down the Chargers’ pivotal Week 4 win over their AFC West rival Las Vegas Raiders in a home game at SoFi Stadium that very much felt like a home game for the Silver and Black, and recaps the latest twist in the Urban Meyer saga that him apologize for a viral video that showed him in a not-so-flattering moment and wonders if the Jaguars Head Coach is already on thin ice with team owner Shad Khan.
NFL Network Analyst and Chargers radio announcer Daniel Jeremiah tells Rich how new head coach Brandon Staley is reshaping the Bolts’ culture from perennial also-rans into possible title contenders, why Matt Nagy and the Bears should bit the bullet and make Justin Fields their permanent starting quarterback, why the Jets and Patriots drafted will in selecting QBs Zach Wilson and Mac Jones in this year’s NFL Draft, and if Kyler Murray and the undefeated Arizona Cardinals are the best team in the NFL right now. Rich and the guys react to Pittsburgh head coach Mike Tomlin stating that Ben Roethlisberger is the Steelers’ best option at quarter which begs the question: IS he though?? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Los Angeles Chargers Pro Bowl Defensive End Joey Bosa tells Rich how he’s matured as a person and as a football player during his 6 years in the NFL, what the Bolts’ Week 3 win over the Chiefs meant to the team’s confidence, how new head coach Brandon Staley earned his not-easily-earned trust, what challenges their AFC West rival Las Vegas Raiders present on Monday Night Football, and how impressed he’s been with 2nd-year QB Justin Herbert.
Rich reacts to his great weekend of sports fandom with big wins from his Jets, Yankees, and Michigan Wolverines, and reacts to Urban Meyer’s comments after he spent an unfortunate weekend trending on Twitter for all the wrong reasons. Chris Brockman runs through the latest NFL injury news with updates on Bears RB David Montgomery, WFT TE Logan Thomas, Dolphins WR Will Fuller, Bengals RB Joe Mixon, and more. Rich weighs in on the controversy at the end of the Ravens-Broncos game where Baltimore, instead of taking a knee on the game’s final play, ran the ball instead to tie a 44-year-old NFL rushing record…a move that DID NOT sit well with Denver Head Coach Vic Fangio. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Kansas City Chiefs All-Pro TE Travis Kelce and Rich discuss the popularity of the Peyton and Eli Manning Monday Night Football ‘Manningcast’ and if he and his brother, Eagles offensive lineman Jason Kelce, would consider doing their own ‘Kelcecast’ football commentary, KC’s shocking 1-2 start and how Andy Reid kept the ship steady as the Chiefs head into their HUGE Week 5 AFC Championship Game rematch against Josh Allen and the Buffalo Bills. In his Week 4 ‘Overreaction Monday’ segment Rich weighs in on if the Cardinals should be considered Super Bowl favorites, if Mac Jones is the best rookie QB from this year’s draft class, if the Steelers should trade for Deshaun Watson, if the Bills are the best team in the AFC, if Jimmy Garoppolo is likely to lose his starting job to Trey Lance if he misses any time with a calf injury, and if the Chiefs’ porous defense will keep them from reaching the Super Bowl again. Rich comments on Kyler Murray and the Cardinals impressive thumping of the previously unbeaten Rams in Week 4 and explains why Arizona is a big problem for the rest of the NFL, and wonders if Murray, a former Oakland A’s top prospect, has any regrets about choosing the NFL over baseball. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich recaps Tom Brady’s return to New England where his Tampa Bay Buccaneers knocked of Bill Belichick and the Patriots in a knock-down-drag-out affair bolstered by the surprising play of Pats rookie QB Mac Jones. Rich breaks down the promising Week 4 play of rookie QB’s Jones, Zach Wilson, Trey Lance and Justin Fields and has some friendly words of advice for Bears’ Head Coach Matt Nagy who stated Andy Dalton is still Chicago’s starting QB when he returns from injury.
Albert Breer of Sports Illustrated’s The MMQB and Rich discuss if the Bears are making a mistake by not fully committing to Justin Fields as their starting QB, the 24-minute mystery conversation between Tom Brady and Bill Belichick following TB12’s return to New England and if their relationship has morphed from professional to personal.
Rich weighs in on the Cowboys’ Week 4 win over the Panthers and explains what Dallas proved when it staved off a late charge from Sam Darnold and the Carolina offense. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich sits down with Pro Football Hall of Famer, studio analyst for the NFL on FOX and the one of the hosts of Good Morning America, Michael Strahan. Strahan looks back on his career, his first big break and how he was able to transition from the gridiron to the TV studio. Plus, Michael talks about his departure from LIVE! with Kelly and Michael and how working on that show was the best learning experience he ever had. All that and more in today's episode of Just Getting Started with Rich Eisen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Las Vegas Raiders Defensive End Maxx Crosby and Rich discuss his improbable journey from junior college afterthought to becoming one of the most feared pass rushers in the NFL, the Silver and Black’s 3-0 start and the challenges Justin Herbert and the Chargers present in their upcoming Monday Night Football AFC West showdown. ‘America’s Funnies Home Videos’ host Alfonso Ribeiro tells Rich why he’s disappointed whenever he shoots a 75 on the golf course (I know, right??) and his reaction to the USA’s domination of the European squad in this year’s Ryder Cup matches. Chris Brockman runs through his ‘Sneaky Good Games’ for your gambling pleasure and Rich offers up his NFL Week 4 ‘Under the Radar’ games: Browns-Vikings, Chiefs-Eagles, and Ravens-Broncos. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Pro Football Hall of Famer Brett Favre tells Rich why he wore the #4 as a pro when he actually preferred a different number, how Tom Brady’s return to New England compares to his return to Lambeau Field after leaving the Packers, why he thinks Aaron Rodgers will finish his career in Green Bay despite his strife with the team’s front office, and what goes through the mind of aging QBs like the Steelers’ Ben Roethlisberger when they approach the end of the line of their storied careers.
Actor Corey Stoll and Rich discuss the new ‘Sopranos’ prequel ‘The Many Saints of Newark’ where he plays the role of the young Uncle Junior. TJ Jefferson reveals his weekly Top 5, this time the prequels he wants to see including Pulp Fiction, Coming to America, The Warriors and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich recaps the Monday Night Football rematch between the Bengals’ Joe Burrow and the Jaguars’ Trevor Lawrence who last met in the LSU-Clemson National Championship game in 2020.
The guys break down Bill Belichick’s latest press conference where he was surprisingly pleasant with the media.
ESPN NFL Reporter Jeff Darlington and Rich discuss Tom Brady’s return to New England to face Bill Belichick and says how much TB12 wants to “thump” the Patriots, which QB the Bears should start in Week 4 among Andy Dalton, Justin Fields and Nick Foles, who’s to blame if Tua Tagovailoa flames out with the Miami Dolphins, and how he sees the Bucs-Patriots Sunday Night Football game playing out. Rich and the guys break down the wild final weekend that’s to come as MLB wraps up its regular season with plenty of playoff jockeying on the line. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich breaks down Tom Brady’s comments today about returning to New England to face Bill Belichick and the Patriots. (timestamp). Rich and the guys preview the Packers and Steelers Week 4 matchup and wonder if this could be a preview of Aaron Rodgers playing for Pittsburgh next season. The Smashing Pumpkins lead singer Billy Corgan tells Rich about the many times he’s gone unrecognized by fans of the band and by fans who recognized him but refused to believe it was actually him, why he’s sick of the Tom Brady as GOAT storyline, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Calvin “Megatron” Johnson and Rich discuss his induction into the Pro Football Hall of Fame and what it would take to heal his fractured relationship with the Detroit Lions, Matthew Stafford leaving the Lions and finding early success with the Rams and why he secretly wanted to play for the Atlanta Falcons, and how cannabis helped him get through the physical rigors of the NFL. Rich and the guys break down the Tom Brady-Bill Belichick divorce and the underlying personality differences that lead to their split after winning 6 Super Bowls together. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
ESPN Senior Writer Seth Wickersham and Rich discuss his new Patriots tell-all book ‘It’s Better to Be Feared’ which reveals the salient details surrounding the New England dynasty created by Tom Brady and Bill Belichick with details including TB12 wanting to be traded to a team on the west coast, why Malcolm Butler was benched in the Super Bowl, if Brady forced the team to trade Jimmy Garoppolo, how Sunday’s Brady-Belichick reunion could go down, and the curmudgeonly Pats coach’s legendary penchant for gamesmanship. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich and the guys break down Bill Belichick’s press conference today where he was asked an utterly ridiculous question about Tom Brady, and addressed the upcoming exposé book that airs the Patriots’ dirty laundry. Denver Broncos running back Melvin Gordon and Rich discuss his team’s 3-0 start and the much-needed leadership QB Teddy Bridgewater has brought to the locker room, how he’s trying to change the face of golf, and how strongly feels about placing a friendly wager on the Michigan-Wisconsin game this weekend. Rich reacts to the Buccaneers signing of CB Richard Sherman and Tom Brady being the one to recruit him to Tampa even after their infamous “you mad, bro” incident. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich presents NC State QB Devin Leary with this week’s ‘Gorilla Glue Toughest Player on Planet Earth’ award following the Wolfpack’s huge ACC win over Clemson. Pro Football Hall of Famer and NFL Network Analyst Michael Irvin and Rich discuss the 2021 Cowboys and if this is the best Dallas team since his 1990’s Super Bowl dynasty teams, why he’s still locked in on his 13-4 prediction for the Cowboys’ record, and Tom Brady’s return to New England to face Bill Belichick.
Rich wraps up the hour explain why this week’s game vs the 3-0 Carolina Panthers is a big test for the Cowboys. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich and the guys react to the salient details leaked from ESPN reporter Seth Wickersham’s upcoming Patriots exposé book that reveals the dark secrets about inner workings of Bill Belichick’s dynasty and his relationship with Tom Brady among other explosive topics. In his ‘4 Downs’ segment for NFL Week 4 Rich says why the Chiefs will rebound from their 1-2 start, why you shouldn’t sleep on the Vikings, how the next month will define the Raiders’ season, and which rookie head coaches should have their team’s fan base worried. Basketball Hall of Famer Ray Allen and Rich discuss Paul Pierce becoming an HOFer and if there’s still bad blood between him and his other Celtic teammates, his shooting advice for embattled 76ers PG Ben Simmons, and if there’s a real possibility of a ‘He Got Game’ sequel with Spike Lee and Denzel Washington. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
CNN Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta and Rich discuss his new book ‘World War C: Lessons from the Covid-19 Pandemic and How to Prepare for the Next One,’ and offers up has advice to athletes skeptical about getting vaccinated like Wizards G Bradley Beal, Bills’ WR Cole Beasely, and Red Sox pitcher Chris Sale. Rich and the guys react to Mike Tomlin’s weekly press conference following the Steelers Week 3 loss to the Bengals, and discuss what Pittsburgh’s QB options are with a skills-diminished Ben Roethlisberger. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich previews what’s shaping up to be an EPIC event when Tom Brady returns to New England to face Bill Belichick and the Patriots as the reigning Super Bowl Champion. NBC Sports Boston’s Patriots Insider Tom Curran tells Rich why the Tom Brady-Bill Belichick marriage ended in divorce after 6 Super Bowl titles, why the final result of their Week 4 showdown could look the carnage at the end of Game of Thrones’ ‘Red Wedding’ episode, and how Belichick is game-planning on defense to face the 7-time champion QB. Audio Mixer Jason and Rich discuss his fantasy football league bet where the loser of his Week 4 matchup has to get a Rich Eisen tattoo on their backside. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich breaks down the Cowboys’ absolute domination of the Philadelphia Eagles on Monday Night Football and asks for a mulligan on his WFT pick to win the NFC East, saying Dallas is not only the class of that division but also one of the best teams in the NFL. Super Bowl champion QB Trent Dilfer and Rich discuss the Bears’ conundrum to sit or start rookie QB Justin Fields, what must be going through the mind of Patriots’ rookie QB Mac Jones as he gets set to face Tom Brady in the GOAT’s return to New England, and if he’s still sky-high on his expectations that Miami Dolphins 2nd-year quarterback Tua Tagovailoa can be a star in the league. Rich wraps up the hour breaking down the latest Peyton-Eli Monday Night Football Manning-cast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Pro Football Hall of Famer Warren Sapp drops by the studio to discuss with Rich the Rams impressive win over the Buccaneers in Week 3 and why their imposing defense can take them to a title, and Tom Brady’s return to Foxboro where the Bucs faces Bill Belichick and the Patriots in Week 4, and how to fix the Chiefs’ issues and why the Steelers’ issues might be unfixable. Rich, Sapp and the guys react to David Letterman hilariously crashing the Brooklyn Nets’ media day with an unforgettable Q&A with Kevin Durant. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich reacts to Justin Fields’ somewhat less-than-impressive starting QB debut and wonders if his poor showing was more a fault of Bears Head Coach Matt Nagy’s offensive scheme, and explains why the Chiefs at 1-2 and in last place in the AFC West “will be just fine.” In his Week 3 ‘Overreaction Monday’ segment Rich weighs in on the Rams, Chiefs, Justin Fields, Justin Tucker’s NFL-record 66-yard field goal, the 49ers’ offense, and if the Bengals are legitimate AFC North contenders. Rich weighs in on Shohei Ohtani’s MVP chances and makes his impassioned plea for the Angels’ two-way star to switch coasts to go play for the New York Yankees. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich explains why the Rams, fresh off their drubbing of the defending champion Buccaneers, should now be considered the best team in the NFL and why “they have all the ingredients” for a Super Bowl title, breaks down the Green Bay Packers’ thrilling Sunday Night Football win over the San Francisco 49ers, and explains why Aaron Rodgers’ latest comeback win only makes you scratch your head about the team’s front office decision-making regarding the future of the 3-time NFL MVP. Cowboys QB Dak Prescott and Rich discuss his long road back to the playing field after that devastating, season-ending ankle injury he suffered last season, if he feels more pressure to live up to that huge contract he signed and if he can lead Dallas back to the Super Bowl, and how opening the season on the road against the Buccaneers and Chargers will help them fact the challenge taking on their NFC East rival Eagles on Monday Night Football at home. Rich weighs in on the often-ugly 0-3 start to the Jets’ season and Zach Wilson’s career and has some words of advice for head coach Robert Saleh, and weighs in on the 1-2 Steelers’ predicament at quarterback with a “washed” Ben Roethlisberger. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich is joined by Erin Andrews of the NFL on FOX. Listen in as Erin takes Rich on a deep dive of her beginnings as a rink side reporter of the Tampa Bay Lightning and how then Head Coach John Tortorella gave her a great piece of advice that Erin still uses to this day. Erin also talks about her days at ESPN, how she ended up at FOX and how she would handle Richard Sherman's, "don't you ever talk about me!" moment differently. All that and a lot more in this episode of Just Getting Started with Rich Eisen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The guys react to the Ryder Cup where Bryson DeChambeau plunked a fan with one of his errant monster drives, and a caller offers an (unwelcomed) critique of TJ Jefferson’s Hour 2 list of Top 5 Spawn of Stars. Former All-Pro NFL linebacker-turned-MMA entrepreneur Shawne Merriman and Rich discuss the Chargers changed mentality under new head coach Brandon Staley and what it will take for them to grow their fan base in Los Angeles, Tom Brady’s incredible run of success and longevity, reveals an incredible story about how worried the Chargers were about the Patriots spying on them when they played in New England, and says why you should never say your hotel room number out loud when surrounded by hungry and thirsty NFL offensive linemen. Rich lists his 3 ‘Under the Radar’ games for NFL Week 3 including the Bills hosting the Washington Football Team, Saints at the Patriots and Seahawks vs Vikings while Chris Brockman offers up his three ‘Sneaky Good Games” including the Ravens at Lions, Chargers at Chiefs and the Cardinals at the Jaguars. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Eagles QB Jalen Hurts tells Rich what’s different between this year and his rookie season, what new head coach Nick Sirianni brings to the team, how he’s preparing to face the Cowboys in Monday Night Football’s NFC East showdown, and whys his mindset didn’t change once was named Philly’s starting QB. Former All-Pro Linebacker James Harrison and Rich discuss his improbable ‘A Football Life’ journey from NFL practice-squad player to 2-time Super Bowl champion, why the perceived rift between Bill Belichick and Tom Brady is a media fabrication, and how the Steelers should adjust their offense with Ben Roethlisberger approaching the end of the line. TJ Jefferson lists his Top 5 Spawns of Stars among Kobe Bryant, Barry Bonds, The Rock, Michael Douglas and Peyton Manning. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich recaps the Carolina Panthers’ Thursday Night Football win over the Houston Texans and rookie QB Davis Mills, and puts on his Jets fan hat to react to Sam Darnold improving to 3-0 in Carolina after his disastrous tenure in New York. FOX Sports Host & Analyst Emmanuel Acho and Rich discuss if Justin Fields can permanently win the Bears’ starting QB job from Andy Dalton and what Baker Mayfield still has to prove in order to take the Browns to the next level, if the NFL’s emphasis on Taunting penalties is a waste of time, how the new NIL rules are changing the College Football landscape, and why he’s sky high on his Rams-Chiefs Super Bowl prediction heading into NFL Week 3. Rich wraps up the hour explaining why he’s picking the Rams to knock off Buccaneers in their big Week 3 matchup. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich reacts to the news that Lamar Jackson actually hurt his hip when doing that 100% completely unnecessary flip when scoring a rushing TD against the Chiefs on Monday Night, and weighs in on Urban Meyer’s bumpy start to his NFL career and if the Jaguars’ head coach would be better off going back to the college game, possibly taking the USC job. IndyCar Driver Graham Rahal drops by the studio to talk with Rich about the upcoming Long Beach Grand Prix, and to kick off their annual Ohio State-Michigan trash talk rivalry. ‘Brother from Another’ Co-host Michael Smith tells Rich why he’s not buying Doc Rivers’ comments saying the 76ers want to keep Ben Simmons on the team after the Sixers’ PG requested a trade. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
NFL Network Analyst Steve Smith Sr. and Rich discuss the Texans’ refusal to play Deshaun Watson and Watson’s refusal to play for the Texans in the face of the team’s injury-depleted QB depth chart and why their next opponent, the 2-0 Carolina Panthers, are for real, his takeaways about Lamar Jackson and Patrick Mahomes after the Ravens’ Monday Night Football win over the Chiefs, and his reaction to being a nominee for the Pro Football Hall of Fame’s Class of 2022 and what it means for his family. Actor Jeffrey Dean Morgan tells Rich why he’s beyond frustrated by his beloved Seahawks blowing that big 2nd half lead to the Titans in Week 2 and why his fantasy football team’s name is SUPER lame but about to change for the better, and why he wants his iconic ‘Walking Dead’ Negan character to go down swinging when the AMC zombie drama wraps up its run in 2022. Rich and the guys wrap up the hour remarking on Bruce Springsteen’s birthday and how The Boss is still going strong at 72-years-old. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich reflects on the 20th anniversary of Tom Brady stepping in for an injured Drew Bledsoe, how his career reshaped the NFL history books, and why everyone’s already talking about TB12’s Week 4 return to New England when the Buccaneers visit Bill Belichick and the Patriots. ‘Good Morning Football’ co-host Kyle Brandt tells Rich why Justin Fields getting the Week 3 start for the Bears is a big deal and why it’s a HUGE deal for Head Coach Matt Nagy, why he’s hoping for the Justin Herbert and the Chargers to challenge the Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs this season, and if the Raiders are a legit AFC West contender. Rich and the guys wrap up the hour previewing the Ryder Cup competition and wonder if Brooks Koepka and Bryson DeChambeau can get along and play nice together for the US team this weekend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich weighs in on Justin Fields being named the Bears’ starting QB for Week 3 and why getting the rookie on the field sooner will make him and Chicago better in the long run. All Elite Wrestling’s Cody and Brandi Rhodes and Rich discuss their new reality show ‘Rhodes to the Top’ on TNT, AEW’s rapid growth and the return of CM Punk to professional wrestling. Rich wraps up the hour breaking down the latest list of nominees for the Pro Football Hall of Fame class of 2022. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich reacts to the Bears officially naming Justin Fields their starting QB for Week 3 with Andy Dalton ruled out with a knee injury. (timestamp). (timestamp). Rich presents Oklahoma CB D.J. Graham with this week’s ‘Gorilla Glue Toughest Player on Planet Earth’ award after his mind-blowing, one-handed interception saved OU’s win over Nebraska and kept the Sooners in the hunt for a berth in the College Football Playoff at the end of the season. Philadelphia 76ers Head Coach Doc Rivers tells Rich that the Sixers are doing everything they can to mend fences with disgruntled PG Ben Simmons to bring him back into the fold for the 2021-22 season, what he learned while narrating the new documentary podcast ‘It Was Said: Sports’ and the stories behind some of the most memorable speeches in sports history, and why his beloved Bears should be patient with rookie QB Justin Fields. The guys wrap up the hour debating which 4 quarterbacks they choose for their Mount Rushmore of all-time NFL quarterbacks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich explains which 1-1 NFL teams are “on the edge” with pivotal games in Week 3 including the Steelers, Seahawks, Bears and Dolphins. NFL Insider Ian Rapoport tells Rich how long the Dolphins can expect to be without Tua Tagovailoa who’s out with fractured ribs and how much time, if any at all, Ben Roethlisberger and TJ Watt will miss for the Steelers, if there’s been any interest in free agent QB Cam Newton, when Saints WR Michael Thomas will return from his off-season surgery, Brandon Aiyuk’s diminished role with the 49ers after a promising rookie season, and if the NFL is overreacting with its emphasis on flagging Taunting this season. Rich and the guys debate NFL Taunting and if it’s a good thing for the game or a waste of time that should be overlooked. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
San Francisco 49ers QB Jimmy Garoppolo and Rich discuss what it’s like being the Niners’ starting QB with the team’s QB of the future, Trey Lance, looking over his shoulder, what advice he has for Packers’ heir apparent quarterback Jordan Love as he sits behind Aaron Rodgers and if he would ever seek out Tom Brady for advice, how this year’s team compares to the 49ers’ last Super Bowl team, and what it’s like having the spirited TE George Kittle in the huddle. Chris Brockman recaps the latest NFL injury updates and the guys react to Aaron Rodgers’ Roy Kent-inspired postgame comments after the Packers win over the Lions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Two-time Super Bowl champion Chris Long and Rich discuss the Peyton-Eli Manning Monday Night Football telecast, Tom Brady’s mind-bending longevity, and which team has the best chance to unseat the Buccaneers this season. Rich reacts to Peyton Manning’s claims that NFL teams (ahem Patriots) were using microphones in opponent’s locker rooms to glean game plan information. In his weekly ‘4 Downs’ segment Rich weighs in on the Steelers offense in the face of Ben Roethlisberger’s latest injury, the Rams new dynamic duo of Matthew Stafford and Cooper Kupp, if the AFC West is wide open after years of Chiefs’ dominance, and if Tom Brady can throw for 55 touchdowns this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich recaps the Packers’ awakening in their Monday Night Football romp over the Lions and explains why their Week 1 clunker is not likely to be repeated anytime soon. Pro Football Talk’s Mike Florio and Rich discuss the injures to Steelers QB Ben Roethlisberger and Colts QB Carson Wentz, if the injury-depleted Texans would consider starting embattled QB Deshaun Watson, if the Packers are doing enough to keep Aaron Rodgers around for longer than this season, and why the Bears have been reluctant to start rookie QB Justin Fields. Rich and Sixers fan TJ Jefferson debate who’s to blame for Ben Simmons’ troubles in Philadelphia. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich breaks down the Cardinals' thrilling win over the Vikings and explains to a caller why he’s jumping the gun by giving up on Zach Wilson after the Jets rookie’s ugly 4-interception game in Week 2. Chris Brockman runs through the latest on the NFL injury front including updates on Andy Dalton, Carson Wentz, Tua Tagovailoa, TJ Watt, Tyrod Taylor, and others. FOX Sports NFL Analyst and 5-time Pro Bowl CB Aqib Talib tells Rich why he’d pick Kyler Murray among the bevy of talented NFC West QB’s if he needed a quarterback to win one game, what sets Tom Brady apart from other great QBs, what John Harbaugh’s decision to go for it on 4th down to seal the win over the Chiefs means for the Ravens' morale, and what it was like to call a game with Gus Johnson while wearing his “nude” colored suit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jets fan Rich breaks down the “brutal” 4-interception day suffered by New York rookie QB Zach Wilson in his first head-to-head matchup against Patriots’ rookie QB Mac Jones, and explains why Andy Dalton’s injury opens the door for Justin Fields to permanently stake his claim to the Bears’ starting QB job. In his Week 2 ‘Overreaction Monday’ segment Rich weighs in on Tom Brady, Ezekiel Elliott, Justin Fields, who wins the AFC West, if the Cardinals are the best team in the NFC West, and if the Jets should have kept Sam Darnold. Rich wraps up the hour recapping the weekend in College Football including his reaction to one of his biggest pet peeves: when a coach calls a Goal Line Fade play while in the red zone. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich recaps yet another thrilling NFL primetime game, this one seeing Patrick Mahomes’ Kansas City Chiefs falling short against Lamar Jackson and the Baltimore Ravens, and recaps the Dallas Cowboys’ road win (with a little help from the refs) over the Los Angeles Chargers. Packers QB Aaron Rodgers tells Rich about his love of ‘Ted Lasso’ and why he could be the NFL’s version of the uncensored/highly-profane Roy Kent after he retires, what it was like hosting ‘Jeopardy!,’ how Green Bay’s front office was able to regain his trust after a tumultuous offseason with the 3-Time NFL MVP, and what advice Tom Brady gave him about his football future during their ‘The Match’ golf competition. Rich wraps up the hour breaking down the Broncos and Raiders hot starts to become the AFC’s only 2-0 teams, and how the Titans were able to come back on the road against Russell Wilson and the Seahawks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich Eisen sits down with friend and fellow broadcaster, Joe Buck, of the NFL on FOX. Joe takes us through his early years learning from his father, the great Jack Buck, how working with Hall of Famers Troy Aikman and John Smoltz have helped create a brotherhood that keeps him sharp and how he hates off days. All that and more in today's episode of just Getting Started with Rich Eisen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich lists his top three ‘Under the Radar’ games for NFL Week 2 including the Rams vs Colts, Chiefs vs Ravens, and Cowboys vs Chargers. Emmy Award-winning actor Ray Liotta tells Rich why viewers will enjoy the much-anticipated ‘Sopranos’ prequel ‘The Many Saints of Newark’ even if they’ve never seen a second of the acclaimed HBO drama, how he (Shoeless Joe Jackson in ‘Field of Dreams’) reacted to watching the White Sox and Yankees Field of Dreams game this summer, and reveals some AMAZING stories from the set of ‘Goodfellas’ including which famous lines were actually ad-libbed in the Martin Scorsese mob classic. The guys wrap up the hour with Chris Brockman’s NFL Week 2 ‘Sneaky Good Games’ for the betting-inclined, and a reaction to a reporter actually asking Bill Belichick how social media impacts the mindset of his team. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Detroit Lions Head Coach Dan Campbell and Rich discuss his team’s Week 1 loss to the 49ers and his evaluation of QB Jared Goff, what it’s like to prepare for Aaron Rodgers and the Packers who will have something to prove after their season opening blowout loss to the Saints, and what he, as a rookie head coach, can improve upon moving forward. Actor Ryan Phillippe tells Rich why he, a huge Philly sports fan, is excited for the Eagles this season but when it comes to 76ers PG Ben Simmons...meh. Phillippe also discusses his new movie “Lady of the Manor” and what it was like to be directed by Hollywood legend Clint Eastwood in ‘Flags of our Fathers.’ The guys wrap up the hour comparing what they were doing at age 26 to Patrick Mahomes who turns 26 today, and TJ Jefferson reveals his weekly top 5: Nuts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich recaps the ‘off the rails’ Thursday Night Football game between the Giants and Washington Football Team in yet another thrilling prime time NFL game and explains why New York’s loss is not on QB Daniel Jones. FOX Sports NFL Analyst Geoff Schwartz tells Rich why the Giants lost a game they should have won and if Daniel Jones, the offensive game plan of OC Jason Garrett, or head coach Joe Judge is to blame, why the Chiefs’ offense is likely to light up the Ravens, if the Eagles can repeat their Week 1 performance, and which rookie QB is likely to have the most long-term success in the NFL. Rich wraps up the hour debating how effective Joe Judge’s no-nonsense approach has been in light of the Giants’ 0-2 start with their most recent loss filled with mistakes and self-inflicted wounds. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Comedian Jeff Ross and Rich discuss the unexpected passing of fellow comedian Norm Macdonald and why he kept his illness to himself right up until his death. Actor Joe Lo Truglio and Rich discuss the series finale of NBC’s ‘Brooklyn Nine-Nine,’ if the Jets have finally found their savior at QB in Zach Wilson, why he’s loyal to the Mets despite their bumpy, disappointing season, and more! Rich wraps up the hour previewing the Jets vs Patriots and the first-ever Zach Wilson vs Mac Jones matchup that is likely to be repeated twice a season for years to come. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich dives into the simmering controversy with the 49ers and the mystery of Kyle Shanahan benching 2nd-year WR Brandon Aiyuk before their Week 1 game against the Lions. Hall of Fame WR Cris Carter and Rich break down the best (and worst) Week 1 showings by NFL wide receivers, his new ‘WR1’ podcast, if he was WR2 to Randy Moss as WR1 while on the Vikings, and Calvin “Megatron” Johnson’s beef with the Detroit Lions. Rich, Brockman, TJ and Del Tufo offer up their choices to play the lead roles in a remake of the Kevin Costner/Whitney Houston movie ‘The Bodyguard’ including Beyonce, Demi Lovato, Kevin Hart, Chris Evans, Taylor Swift, Idris Elba and others. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich compares how the Cowboys’ and Buccaneers’’ seasons have already taken divergent routes just one week after their season-opening game, and the guys debate if Jameis Winston and the Saints are the team best poised to unseat the Bucs as the NFC’s top team. The MMQB’s Senior NFL Reporter Albert Breer and Rich discuss the “Mahomes-ization” of the NFL where teams new expect superstar play from their QB week-in and week-out, and if the Dolphins truly are committed to Tua Tagolvailoa as their QB of the future, how key injuries to their defensive line will impact the Cowboys in their Week 2 matchup against Justin Herbert and the Chargers, and if the Brandon Aiyuk situation could derail the 49ers’ offense. Rich wraps up the hour revealing how his recommendation to Chris Bosh about his Basketball Hall of Fame speech came to fruition. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich presents Oregon OL Alex Forsyth with this week’s Gorilla Glue Toughest Player on Planet Earth award after his play up front helped the Ducks go into Columbus to pull off a stunning upset of the Ohio State Buckeyes. Rich and the guys react to one of the best and most hilarious soundbites you’ll ever hear about Alabama head coach Nick Saban. Acclaimed documentarian Ken Burns tells Rich what he discovered in his upcoming PBS documentary series ‘Muhammad Ali,’ the role sportscaster Howard Cosell played in Ali going from social pariah to beloved public figure, and his baseball historian perspective of what Angels’ two-way star Shohei Ohtani has brought to Major League Baseball. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off the hour previewing NFL Week 2 and says why the Cowboys, Packers, Vikings, Falcons which teams cannot afford to go 0-2 to start the season. Hall of Fame running back Marshall Faulk and Rich discuss the Packers laying a big fat egg in Week 1 against the Saints and how Jameis Winston “has put the league on high alert” after his 5-touchdown performance while Green Bay “has some problems” to figure out why he’s gone from Matthew Stafford doubter to true believer after the Rams QB’s week one performance, if the Bears would be better off starting rookie QB Justin Fields over Andy Dalton, and his advice for Cowboys RB Ezekiel Elliott on his seemingly diminishing role in Dallas’ offense. Rich and the guys wrap up the hour reacting to Urban Meyer refuting rumors he’s interested in the open USC head coach job and debate just how committed the Jags’ HC is to staying in the NFL, and if current Chiefs’ OC Eric Bieniemy would be a better fit at Southern Cal or wait for a shot to become and NFL head coach. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
College Football Insider Bruce Feldman of The Athletic & FOX Sports tells Rich why USC pulled the plug on head coach Clay Helton just two games into the season and who are the top candidates to take over the Trojans’ football program, why Southern Cal remains an attractive job despite recent down years, if Urban Meyer would jump ship from the NFL to ‘SC after just one season and if former Texans HC and current Alabama OC Bill O’Brien could be considered for the job, and which other CFB coaches (ahem, Ed Orgeron) are also on the hot seat. Rich recaps the improbable journey of 18-year-old Emma Raducanu who went from US Open qualifier to US Open champion. Rich wraps up the hour reflecting on the unexpected passing of comedian Norm MacDonald. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
5-time NBA All-Star Chris Webber tells Rich what it was like being inducted into the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame, mending fences with his relationship to the University of Michigan, and his possible future as an NBA owner. Rich, Brockman and TJ react to Tom Brady’s latest foray into trolling the Atlanta Falcons, and debate which was the craziest moment from that INSANE Monday Night Football thriller between the Ravens and Raiders. Rich wraps up the hour with his ‘4 Downs’ segment with his takes on why the best NFL teams can be found west of the Mississippi River, what Tyrod Taylor’s stellar Texans debut means for Deshaun Watson, why the Bengals are no longer the league’s pushover, and why the Lions, win or lose, are the NFL’s new must-watch team. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich recaps the Raiders’ thrilling Monday Night Football overtime win over the visiting Ravens. NFL Network Analyst Daniel Jeremiah and Rich discuss Raiders-Ravens, what we can expect from Justin Herbert in his 2nd season with new head coach Brandon Staley and a revamped offensive line, why the Bears should start rookie QB Justin Fields sooner rather than later, which rookie QB had the most impressive Week 1, and if Kyler Murray’s MVP-like performance and the Browns’ loss to the Chiefs are harbingers of what’s to come this season for Arizona and Cleveland. Rich reviews the “spectacular” debut of Peyton and Eli Manning’s Monday Night Football telecast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich recaps the Packers’ embarrassing 38-3 drubbing at the hands of Jameis Winston and the Saints and says what the loss bodes for Green Bay this season. Cardinals Head Coach Kliff Kingsbury and Rich discuss Arizona’s surprising beat down of the Titans and how Kyler Murray’s offseason dedication paid off in the big win, the challenge the Rams present in the NFC West and what makes DeAndre Hopkins one of the best WRs in the NFL, and why he would foolishly invite Brockman and the guys to hang at his AZ crib which leads to a deep debate: which NFL coach would be the best hang for a beer or two? Rich and the guys wrap up the hour listening to Bears fan Adam the Call Screener lament over Chicago’s season opening loss at the hands of the Rams at SoFi stadium. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
NBC Sports’ NFL Insider Peter King and Rich discuss the maturation of Saints QB Jameis Winston and his impressive win over Aaron Rodgers and the Packers in Week 1, what was the most distressing thing about Green Bay’s blowout loss, if the Browns are really a Super Bowl team or just all hype, and why the Rams’ impressive Week 1 win over the Bears bodes well for his Super Bowl predictions. Rich recaps the Eagles’ win over the Falcons and says why Atlanta’s loss was the worst loss by any team in Week 1. In the NFL season’s first Overreaction Monday Rich weighs in on the top Week 1 storylines including Aaron Rodgers and the Packers turd-like stinker vs the Saints, if Kyler Murray can win MVP honors, if Tua silenced his critics by beating the Patriots at Foxboro, and if the Giants are on the clock for the #1 overall pick in the 2022 NFL Draft. Rich and the guys wrap up the hour reacting to a caller who predicts the Texans will make the playoffs, and Ashton Kutcher giving TJ a shoutout on College GameDay over the weekend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich recaps the Rams’ big Week 1 win over the Bears with Matthew Stafford at the helm of Sean McVay’s offense, a performance that was only topped by the grandeur of the team’s SoFi Stadium, and explains why the Bears are destined to start rookie QB Justin Fields over Andy Dalton sooner rather than later. Rich breaks down Jameis Winston and the Saints’ shocking demolition of Aaron Rodgers and the Packers, saying it was THE most impressive win on the NFL Week 1 schedule. Rich also recaps the impressive road wins by the Pittsburgh Steelers over the Buffalo Bills and the Arizona Cardinals walloping of the Tennessee Titans, along with the Houston Texans sitting atop the AFC South, albeit after just one week of play. Rich wraps up the hour touting his “Told You So!!” NFC West prediction and breaks down Pete Carroll’s post-game sound bites about “letting Russ cook.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode Rich welcomes legendary sports broadcaster and the voice of Sunday Night Football, Al Michaels. Listen in as Al takes us on a deep dive into his career. Learn how Al went from calling minor league baseball games in Hawaii to the big time as the host of Monday Night football, with a few different stops in between. Plus, a great Tommy LaSorda story that will have you cracking up and Al fills us in on the best advice he ever received. All that and a lot more in today's episode of Just Getting Started. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich reflects on Tom Brady’s longevity and offers up a theory on what keeps the 44-year-old Buccaneers QB feeling young. Actor and Host of CBS’ ‘The Talk’ Jerry O’Connell tells Rich why his love of fantasy football and his six fantasy teams are coming dangerously close to taking over his life and ruining any remaining chance at happiness. Chris Brockman reveals which games to keep an eye on if you’re inclined to wager on the NFL’s Week 1 matchups, and Rich lists his top three ‘Under the Radar Games’ that deserve more hype than they’re getting. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Las Vegas Raiders GM Mike Mayock and Rich discuss TJ Watt’s new Steelers contract and how it could impact his negotiations with his players, how new DC Gus Bradley is re-shaping the teams porous defense, and acknowledges that he might be out of a job if the Silver and Black don’t win enough games this season. Ravens TE Mark Andrews and Rich discuss his big new contract and how he compares to the NFL’s top tight ends like Gronk, the team’s rash of ACL injuries with the latest happening to RB Gus Edwards and CB Marcus Peters, and why Lamar Jackson’s passing attack will reach new heights this season. TJ Jefferson wraps up the hour revealing his weekly Top 5: the best sidekicks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich recaps the NFL’s thrilling opening game between the Buccaneers and the Cowboys, and has nothing but praise for Dallas QB Dak Prescott in his return to game competition after last season’s devastating leg injury. Dan Patrick tells Rich why the Cowboys were the better team against the Bucs despite taking the loss, why his rock-solid Chiefs-Packers Super Bowl pick might actually be Rams-Titans, if Cam Newton can be a backup in the NFL without causing too much of a distraction, his sleeper teams and MVP predictions, and why he spent 17-minutes on the phone with Rich’s wife, Suzy Shuster, while he was on the air for the NFL Network. Rich wraps up the hour revealing his 2021 NFL sleeper teams, and his choice for the NFC might shock you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich, Brockman, TJ and Del Tufo offer up their predictions for who wins the NFL MVP Award, Offensive Rookie of the Year, Coach of the Year, and Comeback Player of the Year honors.
Emmy-winning actor Jeff Daniels and Rich discuss his love of the Detroit Lions and why he’s cautiously optimistic new head coach Dan Campbell and new QB Jared Goff can change the team’s moribund fortunes, his new Showtime drama ‘American Rust,’ and a what’s fact and what’s fiction regarding ‘Dumb and Dumber,’ ‘Speed,’ ‘The Newsroom,’ and more in a round of Celebrity True or False.
Rich and the guys preview the NFC South and how the division will play out among the Buccaneers, Saints, Falcons and Panthers. The hour wraps up with Rich remarking on Tom Brady’s unprecedent run of excellence and why NFL fans shouldn’t take him for granted. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Actor and friend of the show Paul Rudd calls in from the set of the new ‘Ant Man’ set to help Rich and Brockman narrow down their list of potential names for their Alice in Chains fantasy football team. (timestamp). Dallas Cowboys RB Ezekiel Elliott tells Rich how he change his off-season conditioning to become slimmer and shiftier, facing the Super Bowl champion Buccaneers in their season opener, and if QB Dak Prescott is fully healed from his training camp shoulder injury. (timestamp). Rich wraps up the hour describing the splendor of the NFL Network’s new plush studios at SoFi Stadium. (timestamp). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off the hour breaking down the 2021 NFL season outlook, top storylines and questions for every team in the AFC and NFC.
Pro Football Hall of Famer and NFL Network Analyst Kurt Warner and Rich preview the Cowboys vs the Buccaneers in the NFL’s season opening game, discuss which AFC and NFC teams have the best chance to supplant the Bucs and Chiefs in the Super Bowl, break down why Mac Jones and Zach Wilson will have the biggest impact of the 5 first-round rookie QBs, and marvel at Tom Brady’s longevity and how he’s changing the mindset of all professional athletes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich, Brockman, TJ, and Del Tufo break down the NFC West and offer up their predictions on where the Rams, 49ers, Seahawks, and Cardinals end up in the final standings.
Actor Malcolm McDowell and Rich discuss the upcoming 4K/Ultra release of Stanley Kubrick’s classic film ‘A Clockwork Orange’ including stories from the set illustrating the director’s penchant for exacting detail that often resulted in lingering pain and injuries for the actor, and if the highly violent film left him with any emotional or psychological scars. Rich and Brockman wrap up the hour breaking down their fantasy football league draft. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich presents University of Georgia Bulldogs DT Jordan Davis with the show’s first-ever NIL Gorilla Glue Toughest Player on the Planet Award for his defensive dominance against Clemson.
Basketball Hall of Famer Shaquille O’Neal tells Rich why all the Ben Simmons criticism is well-deserved, that Damian Lillard might need to change his opinion about super teams if he wants to win a title, and why he’s will willing, literally, to put his money where his mouth is when it comes to the Dallas Cowboys’ Super Bowl hopes. Rich and the guys react to NFL teams naming their captains and wonder if we should read anything into certain players not getting to wear that “C” on their uniforms. Cowboys fan TJ Jefferson wraps up the hour listing his top 5 takeaways from this season of HBO’s ‘Hard Knocks.’ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich reacts to Ben Roethlisberger publicly backing TJ Watt in his contract standoff with the Steelers saying the team should pay the star pash rusher “whatever he wants.” (timestamp). Rich breaks down the top 4 Week 1 NFL “games that mean everything” between the Steelers and Bills, Browns and Chiefs, Dolphins and Patriots, and Packers and Saints. NFL Insider Ian Rapoport and Rich discuss the Steelers’ standoff with disgruntled LB TJ Watt, if Dak Prescott’s shoulder injury is a thing of the past, how Matthew Stafford and Julio Jones will impact their new teams, if Carson Wentz is over his foot injury, the Raiders’ head-scratching roster moves, and which teams in the NFL have the best rosters.
Rich and the guys wrap up the hour debating if Titans RB Derrick Henry can post another 2000-yard rushing season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich and Brockman begin the hour debating who to take with the #9 pick in their fantasy football draft.
Actor Stephen Amell tells Rich why he’s super excited to be a Rams season ticket holder this season, and what it’s been like acting with former Steelers All-Pro James Harrison on his new professional wrestling drama ‘Heels’ on Starz. Rich wraps up the hour reflecting on the final show in the NFL Network’s original studio before moving into SoFi Stadium, and offering up his Super Bowl XLI predictions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Steelers Pro Bowl Wide Receiver JuJu Smith-Schuster tells Rich how he’s improved his game over his 5-year NFL career, if Tom Brady’s criticism of the league’s ‘Defenseless Player’ rule has merit, why he thinks of Head Coach Mike Tomlin as a mentor and big brother, what Big Ben’s weight loss means for the team’s offensive outlook, and how rookie RB Najee Harris compares to former Steeler All-Pro RB Le’Veon Bell. ESPN’s Bomani Jones and Rich discuss Alabama’s impressive season debut under new starting QB Bryce Young and if there’s any team in the land that can stop the rolling Crimson Tide, if rookie QB Mac Jones can topple Josh Allen and the Bills in the AFC East, why he’s still dubious the Browns can be title contenders, and his predictions to face off in Super Bowl XLI at the end of the season. Rich and the guys wrap up the hour previewing the AFC North and offer up how the division will play out this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off the hour recapping Week 1 in College Football and the thrilling overtime game between Notre Dame and Florida State that featured the inspiring return of QB McKenzie Milton along with some controversial moments. Pro Football Talk’s Mike Florio and Rich discuss the Buccaneers’ chances to repeat as champions, how the NFC West will shake out and which head coaches around the league will be on the hot seat if their teams don’t make the playoffs, the latest on TJ Watt’s contract squabble with the Steelers, and which two teams are likely to face off in the Super Bowl and why one of them won’t be the Cleveland Browns. Rich wraps up the hour reflecting on the passing of a beloved NFL Network colleague, Tara Deeker. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Here are some of Rich Eisen's favorite interviews and moments from the past few months during this Labor Day best of edition of the Rich Eisen show: Buda Baker, John C McGinley, NFL Rookie QB Expectations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Here are some of Rich Eisen's favorite interviews and moments from the past few months during this Labor Day best of edition of the Rich Eisen show: Billy Corgan, Travis Kelce, Top 10 NFL Players in 2021-22. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Here are some of Rich Eisen's favorite interviews and moments from the past few months during this Labor Day best of edition of the Rich Eisen show : Mets Thumbs Down, Michael Keaton, Ben Simmons wants a trade. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Modern Family alum and die-hard Kansas City sports fan Eric Stonestreet tells Rich why he’s more confident than ever that his beloved Chiefs will win “A LOT” of games this season, how Rich should handle those comments by Tony Romo comparing Jets rookie QB Zach Wilson to Patrick Mahomes, and how much fun he had with the return of his hilarious ‘Randy Reid’ character to the Chiefs’ training camp this summer.
Rich reacts to Tom Brady’s comments critical of the NFL’s ‘Defenseless Player’ rules where the Buccaneers QB said sometimes violent collisions are the fault of offensive players. The guys wrap up the hour previewing next Thursday’s NFL season opening game between the Bus and Cowboys. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Tennessee Titans Pro Bowl OT Taylor Lewan tells Rich why he’s more excited for football than ever coming off his season-ending knee injury last year, what All-Pro WR Julio Jones has brought to the team’s locker room, if Derrick Henry still has a shot at the NFL single-season rushing record after the departure of Offensive Coordinator Arthur Smith, and reveals his ‘Bussin’ with the Boys’ podcast all-time guest wish list.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers Head Coach Bruce Arians and Rich discuss the Bucs’ “that was last year” mindset coming off their Super Bowl win and Tom Brady’s influence on keeping his fellow teammates focused on winning other title, how his team is preparing for their season-opening game vs Dak Prescott and the Dallas Cowboys, how the Buccaneers were able to get 100% of their players covid vaccinated, and why the NFL’s ‘Defenseless Player’ penalty flag is sometimes the fault of the offensive player. On the eve of The Price Is Right’s 49th anniversary TJ lists his all-time top 5 game shows. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich reacts to the controversial non-call of Targeting late in the Ohio State-Minnesota game and offers up his solution to the inconsistent application of the penalty throughout college football.
The NFL’s Chief Medical Officer Dr. Allen Sills tells Rich how the league will enact new Covid-19 protocols this season with the widespread availability of vaccines and how unvaccinated players will face stiffer protocols than unvaccinated players, and how the NFL will adjust to possible new Covid variants that could arrive during the season.
Rich, Brockman, TJ and Del Tufo break down the AFC West and offer up their predictions on how the division will play out this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich, Chris Brockman, TJ Jefferson and Mike Del Tufo break down the AFC South with each giving a prediction on how the division will shake out this season.
Two-time Academy Award-nominated actor Bruce Dern plays ‘Celebrity True or False’ with Rich giving the scoop on John Wayne, Marilyn Monroe, Eleanor Roosevelt and others, why it was really THAT cold on the set of Quentin Tarantino’s ‘The Hateful 8’ and what all genius directors like Quentin Tarantino, Alfred Hitchcock and Francis Ford Coppola have in common, and so much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jets fan Rich reacts to Tony Romo comparing the team’s rookie QB Zach Wilson to Patrick Mahomes, and recounts the decades of QB disappointment that leaves him with a dash of skepticism mixed in with his excitement.
‘Brother from Another’ co-host Michael Smith and Rich discuss if Tua Tagovailoa can be the Dolphins’ long-term answer at quarterback or if Miami should trade for Deshaun Watson if/when his legal troubles are cleared up, the Texans’ options with Watson given the uncertainty surrounding his legal issues, and if the 76ers are making it very difficult to trade Ben Simmons by asking way too much for a player with big issues to overcome. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich reacts to the Texans’ “one day at a time” approach to their new 3rd-string quarterback Deshaun Watson and ponders the question: what if Houston doesn’t actually completely suck this season??
Rich reveals his top 5 “Fun” storylines for the 2021 NFL season listing the scenarios he’d like to see unfold including best wishes for WFT quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick, Steelers rookie running back Najee Harris, Cleveland Browns’ WR Odell Beckham Jr, Arizona Cardinals DE JJ Watt, and AFC East rookie rivals Zach Wilson and Mac Jones. Chris Brockman, TJ Jefferson respond to Rich’s list with the top “Fun” storylines they want to see with Del Tufo pulling up the rear with a wish list that will have you rolling your eyes.
Rich wraps up the hour recapping his son Xander’s Bar Mitzvah and reveals the moment on the dance floor that made him feel REALLY old. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich and the guys react to the PGA Tour’s decision to eject fans who heckle Bryson DeChambeau by shouting “Brooksie” in honor of his rival Brooks Koepka. Actor David Costabile and Rich discuss the new season of ‘Billions’ where he plays the scenery-chewing ‘Wags’ and reveals his inspiration for the irascible fan-favorite, how many more seasons of the Showtime staple we can expect, and that time he went complete fan boy on Bryan Cranston before shooting their first ‘Breaking Bad’ scene together. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich starts the hour debating Chris Brockman on Tua Tagovailoa’s viability to be a solid starting quarterback in the NFL with Rich saying Tua can be a star while Brockman says “meh.” The MMQB’s Albert Breer and Rich discuss Tua’s future and what he must prove in Miami, how NFL players’ (like Cam Newton) vaccination status could impact their ability to make and stay on NFL rosters, and the chances Justin Fields can unseat Andy Dalton as the Bears’ starting QB at some point this season. Rich and the guys wrap up the hour giving their predictions on how the NFC North will shake out in the 2021 NFL season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off the hour commenting on the news that the Saints have been forced by Hurricane Ida to move their first home game to Jacksonville. Rich and 76ers fan TJ Jefferson react to reports out of Philadelphia that Ben Simmons wants the Sixers to trade him, with Rich explaining why the request makes perfect sense. ESPN’s Jeff Darlington and Rich discuss the Dolphins' interest in trading for embattled Texans QB Deshaun Watson, and if Tua Tagovailoa is truly Miami's quarterback of the future. Rich wraps up the hour explaining why the Dolphins, though saying they’ve moved on from Watson, are still very much in the game for landing the Houston QB if/when his legal troubles are put to rest. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off the hour commenting on Bill Belichick naming Mac Jones New England’s starting QB over Cam Newton and if the Alabama rookie can possibly follow in the formidable footsteps of Tom Brady. Rich and the guys continue their daily division previews with their picks on how the AFC East will play out this season with Chris Brockman making a bold, BOLD Patriots prediction. Former Pro Bowl NFL Running Back-turned-Actor Thomas Q. Jones and Rich discuss the risks and rewards of NFL teams throwing their first-round picks into the fire with starting roles from day one, how impressed he is by the physicality of Titans RB Derrick Henry, and his new show ‘Johnson’ on Bounce. Rich and the guys wrap up the hour explaining why if you’re not a fan of Blazers guard Damian Lillard you will be after hearing this story. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Athletic’s Patriots Insider Jeff Howe and Rich discuss the shocking news that the Patriots have released Cam Newton after he was beaten out by rookie QB Mac Jones, if Cam’s unvaccinated status played a role in Bill Belichick’s decision-making process, and the impact of All-Pro Stefon Gilmore being placed on the PUP List for the first 6 weeks of the season. Rich ponders Cam Newton’s next steps and makes the case for the Dallas Cowboys to sign the newly-released QB much to TJ Jefferson’s chagrin. Rich and TJ Jefferson re-visit Chris Brockman bashing the Patriots for drafting Jones and why he’s now fully on board with the team’s new starting QB, and why Cam Newton’s release ratchets up the pressure on the Bears to make rookie Justin Fields their starting QB over veteran Andy Dalton. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off the hour reacting to the surprising news out of New England that Bill Belichick and the Patriots have released Cam Newton after deciding on Mac Jones as the team’s starting QB. Rich breaks down the news that the Saints have been displaced by Hurricane Ida and how not having a true home game until Halloween could impact/derail New Orleans’ season. Yahoo! Sports’ Senior NFL Reporter Charles Robinson and Rich discuss how close the Dolphins and Texans are to pulling off a Deshaun Watson trade, if the Texans want another QB as part of a Watson trade or just draft picks, and why Deshaun Watson is likely to spend the 2021 NFL season watching from the sidelines. Rich wraps up the hour commenting on why any team would take a huge risk on trading for Watson so close to the start of the NFL season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich and the guys begin the hour debating if it’s okay to boo your home team, the offer up their picks for how the NFC East will play out this season. NBC Sports Boston’s Patriots insider Tom Curran tells Rich why the subtle indicators point to rookie QB Mac Jones starting for New England over Cam Newton, and if Tom Brady was ever booed by the home crowd in New England, and Rich explains why he feels Bill Belichick should go with the rookie QB to start Week 1. Rich and the guys wrap up the hour recapping Chris Brockman’s “no time limits between picks” fantasy football draft, and reflecting back on the life and career of the late acting legend Ed Asner. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich begins the hour reacting to the controversy in New York where Mets SS Javier Baez and other players have turned tables on booing fans by flashing a double thumbs down signal toward the crowd. NFL Network Analyst Daniel Jeremiah tells Rich how the 49ers could utilize rookie QB Trey Lance in their offense even if he doesn’t win the starting QB job over Jimmy G and why the Patriots should make Mac Jones their QB1 for Week 1, if Trevor Lawrence’s “crisp” pre-season finale is a harbinger of things to come and why the Bears would be better served by starting Justin Fields sooner rather than later, if the Dolphins trading for Deshaun Watson would be a smart move in the face of Tua Tagovailoa’s impressive pre-season, and which AFC teams could surprise some people this season. Mets fan TJ Jefferson wraps up the hour reacting to the ‘Thumbs Down” controversy brewing in New York. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off the hour breaking down the latest on the NFL QB landscape from potential MVP candidates like Josh Allen to the all the rookies vying for starting jobs over incumbent veterans. Rich reacts to the latest rumors and reports on a possible Deshaun Watson trade to the Miami Dolphins. NBC Sports’ Peter King tells Rich why he finds it hard to believe a team would trade for Watson given the uncertainty surrounding his legal situation and how that could impact his ability to play on the field, the season-ending ACL injury suffered by Ravens RB J.K. Dobbins and if the NFL should consider shortening the pre-season to 2 games, which teams have impressed him and which teams have surprised him this pre-season, Tom Brady and the Buccaneers’ chances to repeat as Super Bowl champions this season, and who wins the Patriots QB competitions between Cam Newton and Mac Jones and why Bill Belichick’s squad will be a tough out in the AFC EA.
Rich wraps up the hour recapping the epic playoff between Bryson DeChambeau and Patrick Cantlay at the BMW Championship and (alas) considers offering up his “The Patural” nickname to the PGA Tour golfer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Yahoo! Sports Columnist Dan Wetzel and Rich discuss the goals of the new ACC/Big Ten/Pac-12 alliance and what it means for the ever-changing college football landscape, if there was a chance Clemson and/or Ohio State would have joined the SEC prior to the alliance, and what the college football landscape could look like ten years down the line if there’s more conferences expansion and consolidation. ‘Brother from Another’ Co-host Michael Smith and Rich discuss if a Damian Lillard to the Sixers trade makes sense and if the Bucks should shock the world and trade for the Blazers all-world shooting guard, and why the Warriors’ internal beef from years ago is still simmering between Draymond Green, Kevin Durant and Steve Kerr. The hour wraps up with Rich with reflecting on Nate Burleson’s final show on NFL Network’s ‘Good Morning Football.’ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich and TJ Jefferson kick off the hour talking Cowboys with TJ sticking steadfastly/defiantly to his 14-win prediction for Dallas, and Rich predicting that’s not likely to happen. Rich reacts to retired NFL QB Philip Rivers’ first game as a high school football coach and explains why his infectious enthusiasm is a blessing for his players. ESPN Senior Writer Seth Wickersham tells Rich why Matthew Stafford’s desire to play in big games led him to ask for a trade from the Lions and reveals the crazy set of random coincidences that landed him with Sean McVay and the Rams, and discuss his upcoming book on the Patriots and why the Tom Brady-Bill Belichick marriage ended in divorce, and how the Cam Newton-Mac Jones QB competition could play out. Chris Brockman calls in from in Tampa where he’s taking part in his “no time limit on picks” fantasy football draft. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off the hour reacting to reports that Jameis Winston has won the Saints’ starting quarterback job over Taysom Hill and explains why it’s a “smart maneuver” by New Orleans head coach Sean Payton. ESPN College Football Analyst Ryan Leaf tells Rich why he’s still a bit peeved by losing to Michigan in the 1998 Rose Bowl, if this is the year UCLA’s Chip Kelly finally rediscovers his winning ways in the college game, why the Oklahoma Sooners are poised for a big season but Texas Longhorns fans should expect more mediocrity in Steve Sarkisian’s first year, and if it’s wise for NFL teams to throw their rookie QBs into the fire right off the bat instead of giving them time to adjust to the pro game first. Rich wraps up the hour revealing his top two pet peeves about College Football: Game lengths and Overtime rules. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Washington Football Team Head Coach Ron Rivera and Rich discuss his recovery from cancer and his stance on players getting Covid-19 vaccinations, whether or not Ryan Fitzpatrick can lead WFT to the Super Bowl, the improvement of 2nd-year DE Chase Young, and when we can expect the team to announce its new nickname and logo. Rich explains why he’s high on Fitzpatrick and predicts WFT will win the NFC East. Smashing Pumpkins lead singer Billy Corgan and Rich discuss the reasons for the demise of his beloved Cubs and how the rise of analytics in baseball and in the music industry have similar arcs, his purchase of the National Wrestling Alliance and some breaking news about Ric Flair’s return to the NWA, and that time the NFL lowballed him when they wanted to use the song “Today” in an ad campaign. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Chiefs All-Pro Tight End Travis Kelce tells Rich why even his girlfriend is giving him grief for shaving off his beard and that we’ve been mispronouncing “Kelce” this whole time, if he’s expecting to be ranked higher than Patrick Mahomes in the NFL’s list of top ten players, and whether or not Mahomes would have been as successful as he’s been if he’d been thrown into the starting QB role as a rookie. With the NFL set to release its Top Ten players list, Rich runs through his 1 through 10 of the league’s top players. Rich and the guys wrap up the hour discussing why the New York Giants could be really good…or really bad this season. Or maybe mediocre?? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off the hour with a THOROUGH breakdown of Bill Belichick’s latest press conference where he was asked about a timeline for naming the Patriots starting QB between Mac Jones and Cam Newton. The Athletic’s Senior College Football Writer/Big Ten Network Analyst Nicole Auerbach and Rich discuss if the ACC/Pac-12/Big Ten alliance will re-shape the CFB landscape or keep the current status quo in place in the face of SEC expansion plans and why the Big 12 is on the outside looking in, and the timeline for an expansion of the College Football Playoff to take place. Rich wraps up the hour reacting to Jimmy Garoppolo’s complete lack of a poker face when asked if 49ers Head Coach Kyle Shanahan had chosen a starting QB yet. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Arizona Cardinals safety Budda Baker tells Rich why facing Kyler Murray in practice and facing Russell Wilson in games are not two of his favorite things to do, what JJ Watt brings to the Cards’ defense, the best way to tackle the Titans’ behemoth of a running back Derrick Henry, his reaction to Jamal Adams’ record-setting contract, and why he’s okay with all those never-ending DK Metcalf memes. Actor John C. McGinley and Rich discuss the new (and final) season of NBC’s ‘Brooklyn Nine-Nine,’ the fortunes of his beloved Yankees and Giants, how the famous Alec Baldwin ‘Glengarry Glenn Ross’ scene came about, and much more! Rich and Cowboys fan TJ Jefferson react to the news that Dallas QB Dak Prescott will resume “competitive throwing.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich and the guys run through the latest NFL QB news including the Broncos naming Teddy Bridgewater their starting QB, if we’ll get to see Joe Burrow in the Bengals’ pre-season finale, and Mac Jones’ big day for the Patriots in their practice scrimmage against the Giants. Actor Michael McKean and Rich discuss his new film ‘Playing God,’ how he grew up a Dodgers fan in New York, and great tidbits about Lenny & Squiggy from ‘Laverne and Shirley,’ ‘This Is Spinal Tap,’ and if he almost was a cast member on ’Breaking Bad.’ Rich and the guys wrap up the hour previewing Chris Brockman’s INSANE fantasy football draft where there are no time limits for each pick. Seriously. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off the hour reacting to the shocking, didn’t-see-it-coming, never-would-have-guessed-it news that Urban Meyer has named Trevor Lawrence as the Jaguars’ Week 1 starting QB. Atlanta Falcons Head Coach Arthur Smith discusses with Rich his failed attempt to give Matt Ryan “The Mattural” nickname with the coach revealing he actually likes it, the team signing backup QB Josh Rosen and when we’ll get to see first round TE Kyle Pitts on the field, and how the Falcons were able to get 100% of their players vaccinated for Covid-19. Rich wraps up the hour ranting on one of his major pet peeves: when MLB umpires don’t explain a thing verbally when conducting replay reviews. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich Eisen is back with Season 2 of Just Getting Started. Join Rich as he sits down with the biggest voices in professional football. Al Michaels, Joe Buck, Erin Andrews and many others. Get a glimpse into their routines, hear fresh stories about their lives and discover how they succeeded in their careers. Starting September 8th, new episodes will drop every Wednesday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rick begins the hour comparing how the Bears could use Justin Herbert’s rookie season with the Chargers as blueprint for Justin Fields’ rookie year in Chicago. San Francisco 49ers Pro Bowl TE George Kittle and Rich discuss his new hairdo and why he might now be mistaken for a bassist in a 1970’s classic rock band, the Niners’ QB competition between Trey Lance and Jimmy Garoppolo, the recent Tight End University symposium he organized in the off-season and how he reacted to Travis Kelce shaving off his beard. Los Angeles Dodgers All-Star 3B Justin Turner and Rich discuss the team’s blockbuster acquisitions of Max Scherzer and Trea Turner at the MLB Trade Deadline, how much Angels castoff Albert Pujols has brought to L.A.’s clubhouse, and if MLB’s crackdown on foreign substances has actually stopped pitchers from cheating. Rich wraps up the hour reacting to Jaguars rookie RB Travis Etienne’s season-ending foot injury, and the announcement that the Pac-12, Big Ten and ACC have entered into an alliance to stave off further SEC expansion efforts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
ich starts off the hour recapping the Yankees’ remarkable turnaround and how they re-shaped their team at the trade deadline with their Anthony Rizzo and Joey Gallo acquisitions. Rich reflects on the anniversary of then-MLB Commissioner Bart Giamatti banishing Pete Rose from baseball for life for gambling. Sports & Political Commentator/Baseball Historian Keith Olbermann and Rich discuss Rose’s banishment and what it was like being at the press conference where the Reds’ legend’s punishment was announced, if there’s any chance Rose’s lifetime ban will be lifted and we’ll see him in the Baseball Hall of Fame someday, and why he’s not fully on board with the hype surrounding Shohei Ohtani’s place among baseball’s all-time greats. Rich wraps up the hour reacting to Bills WR Cole Beasley, an outspoken opponent of Covid vaccinations, getting sent home from the team’s camp for being a close contact of someone who tested positive. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off the hour recapping the Jaguars-Saints Monday Night Football pre-season game and says why he thinks Jameis Winston has locked down New Orleans’ starting QB job, while Jags QB Trevor Lawrence could be in for a challenging rookie season. Rich reacts to the Bears naming Andy Dalton their starting QB but says it might be sooner rather than later before he’s replaced by rookie Justin Fields. Los Angeles Chargers Head Coach Brandon Staley and Rich discuss the expectations for reigning NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year Justin Herbert, how much he’ll be leaning on running back Austin Ekeler and safety Derwin James, and the goals he’s setting for his team this season, changing the team’s late-game bad karma, and using yoga to keep his players healthy throughout a grueling NFL season. Rich wraps up the hour breaking down the New York Giants enigma and says why they can be a an NFC East powerhouse…or also rans. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rick begins the hour breaking down the 49ers’ QB competition between Jimmy Garoppolo and Trey Lance and says why head coach Kyle Shanahan won’t naming a starter anytime soon. Rich and the guys are downright giddy about the announced return dates of HBO’s ‘Curb Your Enthusiasm’ and ‘Succession.’ TJ Jefferson recaps the weekend in professional wrestling including the WWE’s SummerSlam and the return of CM Punk on the AEW stage. Chris Brockman busts out some amazing vintage sports memorabilia/junk he picked up at a local flea market and the guys play the ‘Price Is Right’ guessing game to see which how much hard-earned money was paid out to acquire them. Rich wraps up the hour previewing the Saints vs Jaguars Monday Night Football pre-season matchup and says why he wants to see Jameis Winston starting for New Orleans. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off the hour reacting to the impressive start to the pre-season by Jets rookie QB Zach Wilson which morphs into some heated words with Patriots fan Chris Brockman and Cowboys fan TJ Jefferson. Rich recaps the Week 2 performances from two highly-scrutinized QB’s, the Dolphins’ Tua Tagovailoa, and the Steelers’ Ben Roethlisberger. ‘Pro Football Talk’ host Mike Florio and Rich discuss Cam Newton’s Covid mix-up and why a players’ vaccination status could impact his chances to stick on an NFL roster, the return of Carson Wentz to Colts camp, why the Raiders wanted to re-acquire LB Khalil Mack from the Bears, if Dak Prescott’s ankle injury led to his current shoulder woes, and the latest on the Deshaun Watson situation from a football and a legal standpoint. Rich wraps up the hour breaking down the New York Giants’ pre-season and explains why they might be the most mysterious team in the league heading into the 2021 NFL season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off the hour reacting to news that Cam Newton will miss a few days of Patriots camp due to a Covid-19 protocol snafu, and says NFL players who are not yet vaccinated are not doing everything to win. Rich breaks down Justin Fields’ up-and-down Pre-season Week 2 performance and says what the rookie QB said in his postgame press conference did more to help him win the Bears’ starting job than anything he did on field. NFL Films’ Greg Cosell and Rich discuss Fields’ chances to topple Andy Dalton as Chicago’s QB1, Mike Shanahan’s decision-making process in choosing between Jimmy Garoppolo and Trey Lance as the 49ers’ starting QB, what has impressed him about Jets’ and Patriots’ rookies Zach Wilson and Mac Jones, and which 2nd-year players are most likely to break out this season. Rich wraps up the hour announcing the show’s NIL partnership with Gorilla Glue that will put some money in the hands of a well-deserving college football player each week this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich and Chris Brockman debate if LeBron James has a right be upset by not receiving a single vote as the NBA’s best player in ESPN’s recent offseason survey of scouts and executives. Tennis Hall of Famer Billie Jean King and Rich discuss her new “All In” autobiography and reveals what sportscasting legend Howard Cosell said during her groundbreaking ‘Battle of the Sexes” match vs Bobby Riggs that shocked and disappointed her, and why, though she empathizes with Naomi Osaka, dealing with the media is “part of the deal” when you’re a professional athlete. Rich raps up the hour chatting with ‘Brother from Another’ co-host Michael Holley about LeBron’s snub, and James Harden’s not-so-humble brag about the Brooklyn Nets. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off the hour previewing the top NFL Pre-season Week 2 games and states his case why the Bears should name Justin Fields their starting QB over Andy Dalton. The MMQB’s Albert Breer and Rich discuss the possibility that Ohio State and Clemson join the SEC and how a college football super league would impact the flow of talent to the NFL, why you’re wrong if you think Tom Brady is calling the shots on the Buccaneers’ personnel decisions, and the timeline for this year’s rookie QBs (not named Trevor Lawrence or Zach Wilson) to start for their respective teams. The hour wraps up with TJ Jefferson previewing the top 5 storylines of the WWE’s Summer Slam on Peacock this Saturday, and Audio Jason asking Rich permission to have the loser of his fantasy football league get the show’s logo tattooed on their backside. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off the hour recapping the Patriots’ pre-season blowout of the Eagles and why New England’s QB battle between Mac Jones and Cam Newton is turning out to be a good thing for Bill Belichick, and explains why Jalen Hurts missing the game due to a stomach ailment could actually be a benefit to his claim on Philly’s starting QB job. NBC Sports Boston’s Tom Curran and Rich discuss the Patriots’ domination of the Eagles in the pre-season and who has the edge in the Pats’ QB competition, Bill Belichick’s enigmatic decision-making process in deciding who’ll be the Week 1 starter, and what Cam Newton’s mindset is as he sees Mac Jones gaining on him in their position battle. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Packers All-Pro OT David Bakhtiari tells Rich why he gave Aaron Rodgers that crazy, tricked-out Aston Martin Vanquish golf cart, why he had to find out about the return of the Packers’ QB in the media despite being a close friend, how long he thinks the 3-time MVP will remain in Green Bay, and why he takes inspiration from Giannis Antetokounmpo leading the Bucks to an NBA title. Emmy Award-winning actor Bobby Cannavale and Rich discuss the key to finding (and holding onto) a parking spot in Brooklyn, the state of his beloved Yankees and Jets, and his new Hulu show ‘Nine Perfect Strangers.’ Rich wraps up the hour remarking on the latest remarkable game from Angels’ 2-way star Shohei Ohtani. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Ringer NFL Writer and Host Kevin Clark and Rich discuss Aaron Rodgers uncertain future with the Packers, what Patrick Mahomes learned from the Chiefs Super Bowl loss to the Buccaneers, why Josh Allen and the Bills are poised to unseat KC for AFC supremacy, and what to expect from Joe Burrow in his return from that devastating knee injury last season. Rich recaps his weekend in Canton, Ohio for the Pro Football Hall of Fame’s induction weekend and runs through some of the more memorable moments from the class of ’20 and ’21. Rich wraps up the hour gleefully revealing that his Uber rating has risen from paltry 4.54 all the way to a whopping 4.55. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich opens the hour previewing the NFL Pre-season Week 2 matchup between the Patriots and Eagles where Jalen Hurts and Mac Jones will be out to prove themselves as starting QB material, and evaluates the state of affairs between Aaron Rodgers and the Green Bay Packers brass and whether or not this will be the 2-time MVP’s final season in Green Bay. Seattle Seahawks GM John Schneider and Rich discuss making Jamal Adams the highest paid Safety in the NFL, Russell Wilson’s future with the team after a turbulent off-season where the QB voiced his discontent with the amount of input he has on personnel matters, how much longer Pete Carroll will remain the team’s head coach, and how they knew WR DK Metcalf would be a special player prior to drafting him. Rich wraps up the hour reacting to some potentially bad news for the Jets following a key training camp injury. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich, Chris Brockman and TJ Jefferson kick off the hour reacting to Andy Dalton’s comments about his hold on the Bears’ starting QB job and wonder if he’s unaware of the onrushing Justin Fields freight train that is quickly bearing down on him. Entrepreneur/investor Kevin O’Leary and Rich discuss his new CNBC show ‘Money Court,’ what it was like to work with Alex Rodriguez on ‘Shark Tank’ and more. Rich and the guys wrap up the hour breaking down the seemingly never ending Golden State Warriors drama surrounding Kevin Durant, Draymond Green and Steve Kerr. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
‘Good Morning Football’ co-host Kyle Brandt and Rich discuss the impressive NFL debut of rookie QB Justin Fields and why he should be named the Bears’ starting quarterback sooner rather than later, and his upcoming Peacock live-action game show ‘Frogger’ based on the popular 80’s video game. Oscar-nominated actor Michael Keaton and Rich discuss the season outlook for his beloved Steelers, his new film ‘The Protégé,’ and some must-hear stories from his early career staring in ‘Beetlejuice,’ ‘Mr. Mom,’ ‘Batman,’ and how he got his career start on…’Mr. Rogers Neighborhood’??? Rich and the guys wrap up the hour reacting to new Mets owner Steven Cohen taking to Twitter to rip his team’s offensive woes, and wonder what it would be like if the mercurial late Yankees owner George Steinbrenner had a twitter account. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich, Chris Brockman and TJ Jefferson open the hour reacting to the latest episode of HBO’s ‘Hard Knocks’ and speculate whether Dak Prescott will be ready to start for the Cowboys vs the Rams when Week 1 rolls around in two weeks. Indianapolis Colts Head Coach Frank Reich and Rich discuss the timeline for Carson Wentz’s and Quenton Nelson’s return from foot surgery, why he can’t stop gushing over the play and character of All-Pro LB Darius Leonard, and his reaction to the NFL’s crackdown on taunting. Rich and the guys wrap up the hour reflecting on Tom Brady’s improbable late-career success, and revisiting their favorite 1980s arcade video games. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Saints DE Cameron Jordan and Rich discuss New Orleans’ QB competition between Jameis Winston and Taysom Hill and how the defense could play a role in determining who wins the starting job, why he’s not a fan of the NFL’s crackdown on taunting and the over-protection of quarterbacks, and why he went more corporate with his new haircut for the 2021 season. Rich and the guys react to Browns running back Nick Chubb coming out with his own brand of cereal. ESPN College Football Analyst Kirk Herbstreit and Rich discuss Peyton Manning’s memorable Hall of Fame induction speech, the possibility we’ll see a College Football Super League in the near future, how the new NIL rules are impacting schools and athletes so far, his reaction to the NFL debut of fellow Ohio State alum Justin Fields and Mac Jones’ fit with Bill Belichick in New England, and his new autobiography ‘Out of the Pocket: Football, Fatherhood and College Gameday Saturdays.’ Rich and the guys wrap up the hour listing their Top 5 Bubble Wrap Players, players who need to be held out of NFL pre-season games at all cost. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off the hour reacting to Urban Meyer’s comments following the Jaguars release of TE Tim Tebow, and discussing what’s next for him at the age of 34. Rich and the guys do a deep dive in to the burning topic that has taken Twitter by storm: Travis Kelce shaving off his beard, which morphs into swapping stories about fake IDs in college. The hour wraps up with Sixers fan TJ Jefferson reacting to Joel Embiid’s super max extension and holding fast to his belief that the 76ers will make a trade for Damian Lillard. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich opens the hour reacting to the news out of Jacksonville that Tim Tebow’s time with the Jags has come to an end and explains why Tebow Time will live on in NFL lore despite having just a 3-year run in the league. NFL Network Analyst Daniel Jeremiah gives Rich his breakdown of each of the 2021 1st Round quarterbacks with a two-word evaluation for Trevor Lawrence, Zach Wilson, Trey Lance, Mac Jones and Justin Fields, his AFC and NFC sleeper teams, and his take on who has the edge in the Saints’ Jameis Winston vs Taysom Hill QB competition. Rich wraps up the hour discussing the timeline for Trey Lance to take over the 49ers’ QB reins from Jimmy Garoppolo. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
‘The NFL Today’ analyst Nate Burleson and Rich discuss his big career move that has him leaving NFL Network’s ‘Good Morning Football’ to join CBS’ news and ‘CBS This Morning,’ and how wide receivers can influence who wins the starting job on teams that are going through QB competitions. Rich wraps up the hour running through the top three sports stories he missed during his month away from the show including reaction to Kirk Cousin’s controversial views on Covid-19 vaccinations, the Texas Longhorns and Oklahoma Sooners leaving the Big 12 for the SEC, and MLB’s smashing hit of staging the ‘Field of Dreams Game’ between the Yankees and White Sox. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
NFL Insider Ian Rapoport tells Rich why Dak Prescott’s MRI was standard operating procedure and that the Cowboys’ QB will be just fine to start the season, why the Texans have two options with embattled QB Deshaun Watson and if a trade to the Eagles could be in the works, when the Colts are expecting Carson Wentz to return and why the team doesn’t want to rush him back from his foot surgery, why the Dolphins are pushing Tua Tagovailoa to take more risks and chances this preseason, and if there’s still a chance Aaron Rodgers can finish his Hall of Fame career in Green Bay. In our first Overreaction Monday segment of the season Rich weighs on how soon each of the 2021 NFL Draft 1st Round quarterbacks will win their teams’ starting jobs, and if the Cowboys should be worried about Dak Prescott’s lingering shoulder injury. Rich wraps up the hour breaking down the first week of the NFL cracking down on its taunting rules. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich opens the hour recapping his month away from the show including his contracting Covid-19 and why he considers himself “one of the lucky ones.” Rich recaps the impressive debut of Bears’ rookie quarterback Justin Fields and says why Chicago would be better off starting him Week 1 over Andy Dalton. ESPN Monday Night Football analyst Louis Riddick tells Rich why he was impressed by the pre-season debuts of this year’s crop of rookie quarterbacks and why each on has the potential to be special, why he’s hoping the Bears hand the starting QB job to Fields to start the season, why Jameis Winston has a leg up on Taysom Hill in the Saints QB competition and why Mac Jones will be the Patriots starter within the season’s first month. Rich and Brockman wrap up the hour debating when Bill Belichick will/should/could name Mac Jones as the Patriots' starting QB. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Two-time WNBA champion and Atlanta Dream VP/Part-Owner Renee Montgomery and Ben discuss how she manages to squeeze all of her interests, jobs and responsibilities into a 24 hour day and much more. Co-host of ‘The Fantasy Footballers’ Andy Holloway and Ben discuss who should be the #1 overall pick in your fantasy draft, what we can expect out of Tom Brady from a fantasy perspective and which sleeper QB to grab in the late rounds, why AJ Green could surprise a lot of people on the Cardinals this season, and which rookie running backs could emerge as stars in 2021. Film critic Jeffrey Lyons (Ben’s dad) calls in to discuss MLB’s ‘Field of Dreams’ game and his undying love of the Red Sox and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Guest Host Ben Lyons, Chris Brockman and TJ Jefferson debate if NFL teams are wise to sit their star players for the entire pre-season or if they’re being overly cautious. Former NFL offensive lineman Alan Faneca tells Ben what it was like to be inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame, and reveals what the best gift he ever received from one of his quarterbacks. The guys wrap up the hour debating Brockman’s belief that older movies like ‘Citizen Kane’ aren’t worth watching, which leads to Ben revealing that actor Ian Ziering once called him for info when playing a game of ‘Beverly Hills 90210’ trivia. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Guest host Ben Lyons, Chris Brockman and TJ Jefferson tip off the hour reacting to the epic ‘Field of Dreams’ game between the Yankees and White Sox that saw the games drama live up to that of the original film. Comedian/writer/actor James Davis and Ben discuss his wide-ranging career that has seen him hosting a golf show, ‘Golf Road Trippin’, a football show with Martellus Bennett, and doing Funny or Die skits with Don Cheadle. Davis also makes his case to emcee a possible Lakers championship parade of LeBron and Carmelo Anthony can capture the next NBA title. Brockman renews his locked-in-won’t-budge stance that being an astronaut would be the most boring thing in the world (and also in out space, apparently), and reverses his stance on Mac Jones, saying the rookie QB should be the Patriots’ starter based on one pre-season game, which leads to a debate on whether or not it’s irresponsible for NFL teams to throw young QB’s into the fire before their ready to handle the responsibility of being a starter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Former ‘Survivor’ contestant Shane Powers tells guest host Ben Lyons how he, a Nebraska native, came to be a Buccaneers fan back in 1979 and wonders if Tom Brady and the Bucs can run the table and go undefeated this season, and why Dan Patrick would top Rich Eisen in a sports version of ‘Survivor’ but why NOBODY would beat Al Michaels in his prime. The guys wrap up the hour hitting on a range of topics including the Packers season outlook, where Carmelo Anthony should live in L.A., and a wide range of famous August 12th birthdays. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Undefeated columnist Clinton Yates calls in from Iowa and tells guest host Ben Lyons what the atmosphere is at the Field of Dreams game between the Yankees and White Sox, if the Dodgers should be concerned about Clayton Kershaw’s availability for the stretch run, Shohei Ohtani’s long-term future with the Angeles, and if the Yankees can turn it around and make the playoffs. Ben and the guys react to the Cowboys twitter account announcing Dak Prescott’s shoulder MRI and if the team should be concerned or VERY concerned. Ben offers up a scorching hot take on the Jimmy Garoppolo vs Trey Lance QB battle, and explains why the Bears would be better off handing over the reins of their offense to Justin Fields sooner rather than later. The guys wrap up the hour listing the top movie prequel ideas (White Men Can’t Jump, Back to School) they wish would be made asap. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Guest host Ben Lyons, Chris Brockman and TJ Jefferson tip off the hour reacting to the news that 2-time NBA Champion J.R. Smith is going back to college where the 35-year-old hopes to play golf for North Carolina A&T. Ben and the guys preview the Packers season and wonder if Green Bay has a chance to get back to the NFC Championship Game despite not making many changes in the off-season. Former NFL defensive back Will Blackmon and Ben discuss his successful career as a wine sommelier following his 10-year career and more. The guys wrap up the hour reveling in their excitement for the Yankees and White Sox playing the Field of Dreams game, except for Brockman who would rather watch meaningless pre-season football. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Emmy-nominated Producer/Host/Musician Selema Masekela and guest host Ben Lyons discuss covering skateboarding at the Tokyo Olympics and the explosion in popularity of Action Sports over the last decade, being the first person to do an TV interview with Kim Kardashian, and much more! (timestamp). Ben and Chris Brockman discuss Jimmy Garoppolo being named the 49ers’ starting quarterback and how long he’ll last as the Niners’ QB1, and break down how Cowboys’ head coach Mike McCarthy came off in the first episode of HBO’s ‘Hard Knocks’ where he invoked Austin Powers to help motivate his team. (timestamp).
Ben and the guys wrap up the hour running through the day’s top celebrity birthdays including Hulk Hogan, Chris Hemsworth and others. (timestamp). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Hall of Fame running back Marshall Faulk and guest host Ben Lyons discuss the HOF’s Induction Weekend and his reaction to fellow Ram Isaac Bruce finally making it to Canton, his stance on NFL players getting Covid-19 vaccinations, and more. ESPN Host & Commentator Bomani Jones and Ben discuss his hate of cryptic tweets and Instagram posts, why Air Jordan 2’s are the sneaker equivalent of Led Zeppelin III, Russell Westbrook to the Lakers, Kawhi Leonard’s aloofness, Dennis Schroeder to the Celtics, and the complicated legacy of former Florida State football coach Bobby Bowden. Ben and the guys wrap up the hour discussing how to bet on baseball, Lionel Messi switching jersey numbers, and what it’s like to wrestle with Hall of Fame running back LaDanian Tomlinson. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Guest host Ben Lyons, Chris Brockman and TJ Jefferson tip off the hour reacting to Russell Westbrook’s first press conference as a Laker and his remarkable journey from high school afterthought to NBA superstar/prodigal son. NFL Network Cowboys’ reporter Jane Slater and Ben discuss the first episode of HBO’s ‘Hard Knocks,’ Dak Prescott’s ankle and shoulder injuries and if the team’s brass should be concerned for his availability to start the season, if Dallas can ride all the talent on their roster all the way to the Super Bowl, the $10,000 suitcase Ezekiel Elliott bought Dak Prescott for his birthday, and why she would 100% kick some serious butt on ‘Survivor.’ Brockman wraps up the hour lamenting over the Red Sox slide (losing 9 of 11) and trying to talk himself into believing Dennis Schroeder can be a difference-maker for the Celtics next season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
NFL Network Analyst and former Packers WR James Jones discuss if the Aaron Rodgers drama this spring and summer will have a hangover effect on Green Bay’s regular season, the “gotta win now” vibe at Raiders camp, the Saints-Michael Thomas situation, expectations for OBJ coming off an ACL injury, how covid vaccinations could impact the NFL season, and why the Broncos could be the surprise team in the AFC this season. Ben, Chris Brockman and TJ Jefferson react to news that the NFL will put an emphasis on Taunting rules and worry that we might see a return to the No Fun League, and debate which player should be the #1 overall pick in most Fantasy Football League drafts this season. The guys wrap up the hour running through the latest NFL news and the days top celebrity birthdays. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
‘Knuckleheads’ podcast co-host Quentin Richardson and guest host Ben Lyons discuss his love of NBA Summer League basketball, his reaction to his former team, the Knicks, getting back to the playoffs, Michael Jordan’s influence on him growing up in Chicago, how he paired up with Darius Miles for their ‘Knuckleheads’ podcast, and his advice for TJ Jefferson on how to properly preserve his collection of Air Jordans. Chris Brockman shares his strong (irrational?) opinion on Russell Westbrook’s “The Brodie” nickname, and break down Carmelo Anthony’s first Lakers press conference and the future Hall of Famer’s strong wine game. Ben and the guys wrap up the hour reacting to the news out of Packers camp that Aaron Rodgers will be sitting out Green Bay’s slate of pre-season games. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Guest host Ben Lyons kicks off the hour explaining why he’s 100% down with a Buccaneers vs Chiefs Super Bowl rematch between Tom Brady and Patrick Mahomes. Ben, Chris Brockman and Cowboys superfan TJ Jefferson preview the new season of HBO’s ‘Hard Knocks’ and list the top 4 storylines they’re looking forward to most. Chris Brockman reacts live to learning the Celtics new point guard is…Dennis Schroeder. Ben and the guys wrap up the hour breaking down Luka Doncic’s huge extension from the Mavs and what Dallas can do next to surround their young guard with more talent, and take a VERY close look at Kawhi Leonard’s ‘WHAT ARE THOOOOSE?!?!’ shoe choice when he attended a Clippers’ Summer League game last night. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
ESPN NBA Analyst and ‘Hoop Streams’ co-host Kendrick Perkins tells guest host Ben Lyons how he single-handedly motivated the Team USA Men’s Basketball team to Olympic gold in Tokyo, if his relationship with the game of basketball has changed since joining the media, and his surprising love of animals-in-nature shows on TV that have led to a desire to swim with sharks. WNBA Players Association Executive Director Terri Jackson and Ben discuss the league’s mid-season Commissioner’s Cup tournament, her son Jaren Jackson Jr. rocking a Rock the Vote jacket when he was drafted into the NBA, and more! The guys wrap up the hour reacting to the anniversary of Wayne Gretzky being sold to the L.A. Kings, and run through the plethora of today’s famous birthdays. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
NFL Network reporter Jim Trotter and guest host Ben Lyons discuss the Pro Football Hall of Fame’s Induction Weekend, why the Saints shouldn’t react strongly to the latest round of Michael Thomas drama, if the Browns can live to the sky-high expectations this season, and if the NFL can make it through the entire season with fans in stadiums. ‘No Dunks’ podcast co-host J.E. Skeets and Ben discuss Team USA’s success (men and women) at the Tokyo Olympics, his advice for anyone looking to jump on the NBA Top Shot bandwagon, why he’s a huge fan of the NBA’s Summer League, the evolution of his ‘No Dunks’ podcast, and if the age-challenged Lakers can challenge for another NBA title. Ben on the guys wrap up the hour debating if we’ll see a Knicks title or a Knicks Hall of Famer first, and why Sue Bird’s list of championships in her hoops career is second-to-none. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Guest host Ben Lyons kicks off the hour reflecting on the “emotional currency” of the Pro Football Hall of Fame’s induction weekend and the memorable moments from Peyton Manning, Jimmy Johnson, Charles Woodson and others. Ben, Chris Brockman and TJ wrap up the hour reacting to the latest drama between the Saints and their star wideout Michael Thomas after his cryptic tweet throwing shade at the team. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Guest host Ben Lyons, Brockman and TJ start the hour discussing Mike Del Tufo’s tattoo with Ben and Brockman revealing why they’ve never gotten inked up. Emmy-winning Writer/Director Maclain Way and Ben discuss his new Netflix sports documentary series ‘Untold’ which focuses on stories like the Malice at the Palace, Kaitlyn Jenner and much more. The guys wrap up the hour talking Olympics wrestling, celebrity birthdays, and the time TJ found himself in a Manhattan club with Penelope Cruz and Shakira on his arms. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Longtime Boston Red Sox announcer Joe Castiglione and guest host Ben Lyons discuss his storied career in Boston, sharing his favorite memories over the years behind the mic. Ben, Chris Brockman and TJ Jefferson react to Josh Allen’s HUGE contract from the Bills and debate if it’s worth the risk to give big money to young players before they’ve proven than can consistently play at a high level year after year. Emmy-winning Writer/Director Kay Cannon tells Ben how she, a Chicago Bears fan, got members of the Green Bay Packers to appear in ‘Pitch Perfect 2,’ why John Cena is not shy about dropping trou at a moment’s notice and why her new live-action version of ‘Cinderella’ on Amazon Prime is the most challenging film she’s made to-date. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Guest host Ben Lyons, Chris Brockman and TJ Jefferson begin the day rejoicing over the return of NFL football (even though the Cowboys vs Steelers Hall of Fame Game was gawdawful to watch). Rich calls in from Canton, Ohio and tells Ben how special the Pro Football Hall of Fame weekend is every year for the inductees and their families, if he shares TJ’s concern for the arm troubles of Dak Prescott and Jacob deGrom, and if there’s any chance AT ALL that the HOF speeches will be limited to 7 minutes per inductee. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Guest host Ben Lyons and the guys tip off the hour revealing the Olympic sport in which they wish they could win a gold medal, and reacting to the shocking news out of Spain that Lionel Messi and FC Barcelona will be parting ways. ‘Ted Lasso’ star Brendan Hunt tells Rich how the show went from a 1-off NBC promo to an Emmy Award juggernaut that is here to stay, and the inspiration behind his ‘Coach Beard’ character on the beloved Apple TV+ show. The guys wrap up the hour trying to understand why Mike Del Tufo refuses to watch the new ‘Space Jam’ movie, reacting to Bill Belichick’s latest press conference gem, and celebrating today’s notable birthdays. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
ESPN’s Sarah Spain and guest host Ben Lyons discuss the Cubs jettisoning their core of all-star players and the Bulls’ big splash in NBA free agency, her involvement as part owner of the Chicago Red Stars soccer team and the USWNT’s disappointing bronze medal at the Olympics, when Chicago fans can expect to see Justin Fields as the Bears’ starting QB and the possibility the team could move from Soldier Field to the suburbs. The guys discuss the most random photos they have on their cellphones with Ben sharing some VERY head-scratching pics that will leave you asking ‘WTF’??? With Team USA earning a spot in the Olympic Basketball gold medal game, Ben and the guys debate whether or not Kevin Durant is the best basketball player on the planet. The hour wraps up with 3-time Olympic swimmer Katie Ledecky telling Ben how she got her 4 Tokyo medals home (in her checked baggage or carry on??), her desire for even more medals at the 2024 Olympics, and reveals her passion for Fantasy Football. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Guest host Ben Lyons tips off the hour discussing with Chris Brockman and TJ Jefferson if they prefer their favorite teams be made up of home-grown players or stocked with hired hands and all-stars acquired via free agency and trades. Yahoo! Sports Senior NFL Writer Charles Robinson tells Ben how Jets rookie QB Zach Wilson has looked so far in training game and if the Giants’ wild brawl is a bad omen for New York’s upcoming season, if the Cowboys can rebound from a disappointing 2020 season, if the Eagles would be wise to make a move for embattled Texans QB Deshaun Watson or wait for his legal troubles to play out. Ben and the guys wrap up the hour discussing TJ’s penchant for Benihana to-go, if NBA stars like Kevin Durant are REALLY sleeping in those cardboard beds in the Olympic village, and if NFL fans are getting way too hyped up by twitter training camp reports. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Athletic’s Trey Kerby tells guest host Ben Lyons why he’s thrilled with the Bulls’ free agent signings of Lonzo Ball, DeMar DeRozan and Alex Caruso, and if the Hawks surprising success was a flash in the pan or a thing for the rest of the Eastern Conference to deal with for years to come. Emmy award-winning actor Richard Schiff tells Ben why he, a die-hard Yankees fan, has little faith in the Pinstripes this season despite their recent resurgence, and how betting on the Mets in ’88 funded his cross-country move to L.A. and how Kirk Gibson’s World Series home run left him flat broke. The hour wraps up with Rich calling in from the set of Peacock’s ‘Tokyo Gold’ to discuss the possibility of Philip Rivers rejoining the Colts, how the Pro Football Hall of Fame plans to limit the length of induction speeches and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Former NFL offensive lineman Ross Tucker and guest host Ben Lyons discuss the possibility of Philip Rivers coming out of retirement to fill the Colts’ unexpected void at QB after Carson Wentz’s foot surgery or if trading for Nick Foles is a smarter (or dumber) option, why the violence and physicality of the NFL remains a lure for him years after his retirement, and why Belichick parting ways with Tom Brady was the Patriots head coach’s biggest mistake of his career. Ben and the guys run through the latest NBA megadeals and debate which are worth the money (Steph Curry) and which might be like burning money (Kawhi Leonard). The guys break down the Bulls’ free agent spending spree and wonder if Chicago can be a legit contender in the Eastern Conference, and which teams have the best odds on winning the NBA Championship in 2022. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Guest host Ben Lyons tips off the hour revealing his unabashed excitement for Carmelo Anthony signing with the Lakers and the Knicks trading for Kemba Walker. Ben, Chris Brockman, and TJ Jefferson get into a HEATED (and comical) debate on how much Melo will actually contribute to the Lakers this season with Brockman going top-rope on some of his takes. The guys wrap up the hour discussing the possibility of Philip Rivers ending his short retirement to return to the NFL and debate of the possible-future-hall-of-famer should stick to coaching high school football. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Guest host Ben Lyons and Chris Brockman evaluate the top NBA free agency signings and say which teams improved or and which teams have hurt themselves so far, which somehow morphs into a Ben revealing his secret past producing (and catering) rap videos. Pro Football Talk’s Charean Williams tells Ben if the Cowboys should be concerned about Dak Prescott’s shoulder injury and Jerry Jones’ desperation to win another Super Bowl, why this will be a long and frustrating season for the Houston Texans, and which team has the best chance to topple Tom Brady and the Buccaneers from their NFC perch. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
NFL Network analyst Gregg Rosenthal and guest host Ben Lyons discuss the expectations for the Patriots, Steelers and Rams this season, the chaos that erupted at Giants camp today, if Jameis Winston can lead the Saints to the playoffs, the Colts’ options in the wake of Carson Wentz’s foot surgery, and which NFL players would do well at the Olympics. ‘Outta Pocket’ Podcast host Josiah Johnson and Ben discuss how he reacted to seeing his dad, Marques Johnson, going shirtless during the Bucks’ victory parade, his reaction as a Lakers fan to Alex Caruso signing with the Bulls, his upcoming show on Colin Kaepernick, his hopes for a Bucks-Lakers NBA Finals, and why L.A. fans should be excited for the Russell Westbrook trade. Ben, a Knicks fan, wraps up the hour expressing his concern/dismay at the team’s Evan Fournier signing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Guest host Ben Lyons tips off the hour breaking down the bevy of signings that happened once the NBA’s free agency period started including reaction to the Knicks' and Lakers' moves, and Chris Paul re-signing with the Suns. Meadowlark Media’s Amin Elhassan and Ben break down the top NBA free agent signings including the Bulls landing Lonzo Ball and Alex Caruso, Bobby Portis staying with the Bucks and Mike Conley re-upping with the Jazz, and discuss if Carmelo Anthony to the Lakers and Zion Williamson the Knicks down the road is a fait accompli. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Pro Football Talk’s Mike Florio and guest host Ben Lyons discuss the NFC’s top contenders and which team’s defense could “give Tom Brady fits,” and the top AFC storylines for the 2021 season including Odell Beckham Jr’s return from injury, Tua Tagovailoa’s tenuous hold on the Dolphins starting QB job, the Colts sudden opening on their quarterback depth chart, and why the Steelers will regret bringing back Ben Roethlisberger for one more season. Rich calls in from the set of Peacock’s ‘Tokyo Gold’ to discuss the latest from the Tokyo Olympics including the feel-good stories that have emerged that illustrates what true sportsmanship is all about, and if the Colts would consider lobbing in a call to Philip Rivers to lure him out of retirement in the wake of Carson Wentz’s foot surgery. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sports Illustrated Senior NBA Writer Howard Beck and guest host Ben Lyons discuss if the Knicks can improve on their surprising success by buffing up the roster via free agency, if the Mavs can bring another player-maker to Dallas to pair up with Luka Doncic, if the Pelicans will be able to keep Zion Williamson when he becomes a free agent, and if we’ll soon see a plethora of bad free NBA contracts a la Luol Deng and Timothy Mozgov. ESPN’s ‘Baseball Tonight’ host Karl Ravech and Ben discuss the division races heating up between the Red Sox & Yankees and Dodgers & Giants, the Cubs trading away all of their best players, and if the Angels will be able to keep Shohei Ohtani when the 2-way star becomes a free agent in two years. Ben and the guys wrap up the hour discussing their expectations for Aaron Rodgers and the Packers this season with someone making a bold (actually not so bold) prediction. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Guest host Ben Lyons tips off the hour lauding the Lakers’ trade for Russell Westbrook and debating Chris Brockman and TJ Jefferson who think the move was less-than-inspired. CBS Sports NFL Insider Jason La Canfora tells Ben the short-term and long-term impact of Carson Wentz’s foot surgery and what the Colts’ options are at the QB position and why Wentz’s old team, the Eagles, might be even more upset by the injury, why he’s not buying the Cowboys hype and his pick to win the NFC East this season, and the USMNT’s Gold Cup soccer win over Mexico. The hour wraps up with Ben telling all Cubs fans to knock off with all the whining about their team trading away all of their stars, and debating Chris Brockman who thinks the Colts got what they deserved by taking a chance on the oft-injured Carson Wentz. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
NFL Network Reporter Steve Wyche and guest host Ryan Leaf discuss Deshaun Watson’s situation in Houston and reveals that the Texans have engaged in preliminary talks about trading the embattled QB, what the Falcons’ outlook is with a brand-new coach combined with an aging quarterback in Matt Ryan, why the Packers need to solidify their QB succession plan despite the return of Aaron Rodgers, and which NFL QB is under the most pressure to succeed this season. Rich calls in his duties on Peacock’s ‘Tokyo Gold’ recapping the top Olympics stories from the last 24 hours, some NFL talk, and his reaction to the big trades in the NBA and MLB that saw stars like Max Scherzer, Russell Westbrook and others on the move. Ryan and the guys wrap up the hour breaking down the Win Total projections for the Steelers, and debate if the Rams or Chargers will be the more successful L.A. team this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Chris Brockman begins the hour revealing his BOLD Tim Tebow prediction to guest host Ryan Leaf and TJ Jefferson. USA Today MLB Columnist Bob Nightengale and the guys break down the big baseball trades over the past two days including the Dodgers’ blockbuster deal to land Max Scherzer and Trea Turner, Anthony Rizzo and Joey Gallo to the Yankees and more. Ryan and the guys reveal their love of indulging in bad stadium food, and why bad movie theatre food is even more irresistible. The guys wrap up the hour debating whether or not the Lakers made a good move in trading for Wizards guard Russell Westbrook. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich Eisen Show guest host Ryan Leaf, Chris Brockman and TJ Jefferson start the hour discussing the expectations for Aaron Rodgers this season and wonder when the 3-time NFL MVP will begin showing his age. ESPN NFL Reporter Jeff Darlington and Ryan discuss expectations for the Packers this season now that reigning MVP Aaron Rodgers is back in the fold, if Covid-19 vaccinations will be a divisive issue in NFL locker rooms this season, why the Houston Texans seem like an expansion team and why they won’t be trading Deshaun Watson anytime soon. Ryan and the guys wrap up the hour reacting to the news that Colts QB Carson Wentz is out indefinitely with a foot injury. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Houston Chronicle’s John McLain and guest host Suzy Shuster discuss the latest in the Deshaun Watson situation and reveals that the embattled QB is on the field at Texans camp but doing little more than standing around and checking his cellphone, the Rockets’ plans for the #2 pick in the NBA Draft, and why Covid-19 will continue to be one of the top stories throughout the upcoming NFL season. Actor/WWE Superstar John Cena and Rich discuss his new movie ‘The Suicide Squad,’ his less-than-illustrious football career and whether Tom Brady is stalking him or vice-versa, and how he’s finally reached a point in his career where he’s truly enjoying himself be it in the wresting ring or on the silver screen. 3-time Olympian Holly McPeak and Suzy discuss beach volleyball and beach handball’s controversial uniform requirements. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Angels Manager Joe Maddon and guest host Suzy Shuster discuss the marvel that is Shohei Ohtani, how he makes his job a lot easier, why the two-way star deserves to be the AL MVP despite playing on a so-so team, and when we can expect to see the return of Mike Trout to the Halos’ lineup. Rich calls in from the set of Peacock’s ‘Tokyo Gold’ with his reaction to the Jets finally signing first round pick Zach Wilson and Aaron Rodgers’ press conference following his return to the Packers, and the top moments from the past 24 hours at the Olympics. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich Eisen Show guest host Suzy Shuster, Chris Brockman and TJ Jefferson start the hour recapping the latest in the world of sports including the Olympics, the NBA Draft, and Dak Prescott’s shoulder injury. Former Packers executive Andrew Brandt tells Suzy why he was not surprised by Aaron Rodgers’ candor during his press conference after his return to the team, and if he thinks Rodgers can take the Packers to another Super Bowl. Brockman wraps up the hour with the latest from the NFL including tidbits on the Saints, WFT, Todd Gurley and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich Eisen Show guest host Suzy Shuster, Chris Brockman and TJ Jefferson start the hour debating which breakfast cereal is the best and reveal their idiosyncrasies when it comes to milk. Suzy and the guys react to Aaron Rodgers’ soul-baring press conference upon his return to the Packers. Hall of Fame running back Marshall Faulk and Suzy react to Rodgers ending his Packers holdout and explains why the disgruntled QB had a right to be upset with the Green Bay brass, and Simone Biles’ withdrawal from the Olympics’ Women’s Gymnastics competition. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich Eisen calls in from the set of Peacock’s ‘Tokyo Gold’ and reacts to Chris Brockman breaking the news that Randall Cobb was returning to the Packers, has some words of advice for the Jets regarding unsigned 1st round QB Zach Wilson, and recaps the best moments from the last 24 hours at the Tokyo Olympics. NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport and guest host Suzy Shuster discuss Aaron Rodgers return to the Packers and what his future with the team could look like, when the Jets can expect to have Wilson in camp, and the latest on the Deshaun Watson situation at Texans camp. Suzy and the guys wrap up the hour taking more calls from viewers with their opinions on the Simone Biles situation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich Eisen Show guest host Suzy Shuster, Chris Brockman and TJ Jefferson start the hour railing against critics of Simone Biles who have railed against her pulling out of the Olympics’ Women’s Gymnastics competition due to mental health issues. FOX Sports/The Athletic’s College Football Insider Bruce Feldman tells Suzy how Jordan Palmer has transformed himself from journeyman NFL backup to one of the most in-demand QB gurus who has worked wonders with Joe Burrow’s arm strength and Josh Allen’s accuracy, if we could see Notre Dame joining the rapidly expanding SEC, and why parity in college football might soon be a thing of the past. Suzy and the guys wrap up the hour taking calls from viewers with their opinions on the Simone Biles situation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich Eisen calls in from the set of Peacock’s ‘Tokyo Gold’ to discuss Lydia Jacoby’s memorable Olympic swimming gold medal, Simone Biles pulling out of the Women’s Gymnastics Team Finals due to mental health issues, and Aaron Rodgers return to the Packers after threatening to sit out the season. Hall of Fame announcer Bob Costas and Suzy discuss the return of his HBO show ‘Back on the Record,’ his reaction to Simone Biles, and which athlete and celebrity he still wants to interview most. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Guest host Suzy Shuster and the guys start the hour reacting to Texas and Oklahoma officially asking to join the SEC and if we’re seeing the beginning of the end of tradition in college football. (timestamp). Suzy and the guys marvel at Shohei Ohtani’s latest exploits and if the Angels’ 2-way star deserves to be the AL’s MVP despite playing on a sub-par team. (timestamp). Actress Elizabeth Banks and Suzy discuss her Masshole sports origins, what the Olympics would be like if her ‘Pitch Perfect’ character Gail Abernathy was on the mic in Tokyo, her now “My Body, My Podcast” venture, and the 20th anniversary of the cult classic ‘Wet Hot American Summer.’ (timestamp). Suzy and the guys wrap up the hour reacting to Simone Biles’ press conference following her withdrawal from the Women’s Gymnastics Team Final for mental health reasons.(timestamp). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Guest host Suzy Shuster kicks off the hour reacting to Aaron Rodgers’ long-await arrival at training camp after ending is protracted standoff with the Packers. Suzy and the guys react to Simone Biles’ shocking withdrawal from the Women’s Gymnastics Team Finals due to mental health reasons, and recap some of the thrilling moments from Day 4 at the Tokyo Olympics. NBC Sports’ Peter King and Suzy discuss Aaron Rodgers return to the Packers and how his future with the team could play out, why he’s excited to see how good the Browns and Buffalo Bills could be this season, and why an NFL team shouldn’t trade Deshaun Watson right now. Suzy and the guys wrap up the hour discussing whether or not the lack of fans at the Olympics is adversely impacting athletes in Tokyo. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich Eisen dials in from the desk of Peacock’s ‘Tokyo Gold’ show and tells guest host Suzy Shuster why he’s having an absolute blast doing highlights from a wide range of Olympic sports like Archery, Team Handball, Rugby and others. NFL Network reporter Tom Pelissero and Suzy discuss Aaron Rodgers' beef with the Packers and how Tom Brady’s situation in Tampa could provide a glimpse into a possible solution to his standoff with the team, and how the NFL and players union have found some uncommon common ground on one stance: player vaccinations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Guest host Suzy Shuster and the guys kick recap Luka Doncic’s 48-point Olympics debut and debate if they would chose the Mavs’ point guard or Giannis Antetokounmpo first if they were starting an NBA team. The Ringer’s Mirin Fader and Suzy discuss here upcoming biography on Giannis and explains why the Greek Freak’s humble beginnings have kept the two-time MVP grounded despite his rise to NBA super stardom. Suzy and the guys wrap up the hour celebrating the anniversary of ‘Caddy Shack’ which morphs into a debate on the best Kenny Loggins movie song which morphs into a discussion on which movies they prefer to watch on a plane: something new or an old favorite? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Guest host Suzy Shuster and the guys kick off the hour recapping the latest from the Tokyo Olympics and revel in the drama and great storylines that draw us in even to the most fringe sports. The MMQB’s Alert Breer and Suzy discuss the latest in the Deshaun Watson situation and if the Texans would be smart to trade the embattled QB now or wait for his legal issues to be settled, if there’s any solution on the horizon for the Aaron Rodgers-Packers standoff and how Green Bay’s brass could have avoided the conflict from the get-go. Chris Brockman wraps up the hour with the latest NFL news including Colts head coach Frank Reich testing positive for Covid-19. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Guest host Ben Lyons begins the hour recounting some of the most unusual stories from his time as an entertainment reporter covering red carpet premieres and press junkets including classic moments with 007 Daniel Craig and Kanye West. Ben, Brockman and TJ do deep dive into Giannis Antetokounmpo’s feel-good story and why the Greek Freak defied all odds to become a 2-time NBA MVP and reigning champion. Ben and the guys wrap up the hour swapping stories about the most famous persons they’ve ever been on a flight with. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bucks Analyst and 5-time NBA All-Star Marques Johnson tells guest host Ben Lyons what the team’s first NBA title since 1971 means for Milwaukee, how impressed he is with Giannis Antetokounmpo’s rise from obscurity to NBA champion, if we’ll ever see a ‘White Men Can’t Jump’ spinoff with his ‘Raymond’ character, and why he might be the only person in the world who can stop Michael Jordan’s trash talk in a heartbeat. Ben shares a story about the time Red Sox slugger Tom Brunansky almost killed him during batting practice at Fenway Park when he was a ten-year-old. The guys wrap up the hour reacting to the news that Saints WR Michael Thomas will miss the start of the season after having surgery, and debate if any team in the NFC can knock the Buccaneers off their championship pedestal. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Guest host Ben Lyons and the guys kick off the hour reacting to the news that Oklahoma and Texas are reportedly close to bolting the Big 12 for the Southeastern Conference. Ben and the guys marvel at the sheer spectacle of the Buccaneers new Super Bowl rings which are roughly the size of a small planetoid. The Athletic’s Senior College Football Writer Andy Staples tells Ben what the benefits and pitfalls are of the Sooners and Longhorns joining the SEC and how it would change the rest of the CFB landscape, which school has the best tailgate atmosphere in the country, his early Heisman Trophy watch list, and why this might be Jim Harbaugh’s last year coaching Michigan. The guys wrap up the hour revisiting the Bucs INSANE Super Bowl rings and recounting TJ’s birthday lunch and if they would be able to last a month on the TB12 diet. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
MLB Network/DAZN host Adnan Virk and guest host Ben Lyons discuss the heated race between the Dodgers and Giants in the NL West and if missing the playoffs will impact Shohei Ohtani’s star power, his ‘Cinephile’ podcast and what it was like being at eyewitness at the Oscars the year ‘La La Land’ was mistakenly announce as the Best Picture winner over ‘Moonlight.’ 2-time Emmy-Nominated Actor/comedian Matt Walsh (‘Veep’) tells Ben why he, a die-hard Chicago fan, is hoping the Bears start the season with Andy Dalton as their QB1, the premise of his upcoming movie with Eva Longoria “Unplugging,’ and much more. Ben and the guys wrap up the hour running through the top celebrity birthday’s and recapping the Bucks victory parade in Milwaukee. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
CBS Los Angeles and Bally Sports West Anchor and Reporter Jaime Maggio tells guest host Ben Lyons why Justin Herbert and the Chargers are legitimate Super Bowl contenders, if Kawhi Leonard could be leaving the Clippers, and why Dodger fans were in the wrong for booing Kenley Jansen following the embattled closer’s 2nd straight blown save. Ben and the guys break down Tom Brady’s comments to Jim Grey where he discussed the teams that passed on him during his free agency and how that added fuel to the fire that is his already burning competitiveness, and how his unbridle outspokenness contrasts with the reticent Aaron Rodgers. Chris Brockman, TJ Jefferson and Ben debate if the Knicks or the Cowboys are more likely to win a championship first. The guys wrap up the hour reacting to the NFL’s announcement that teams who have to cancel games due to Covid could be facing a forfeit if that game can’t be made up before the regular season ends. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Guest host Ben Lyons and the guys tip off the hour breaking down Jerry Jones’ comments saying he’d do “ANYTHING” for another Dallas Cowboys Super Bowl title. Academy Award-winning documentarian Andrea Nix Fine and Ben discuss her new HBO film ‘LFG’ about the US Women’s National Soccer Team’s quest for equal pay from the US Soccer Federation. While watching the Bucks’ celebration parade, the guys debate which team from the past they would most like to party with (and which of those teams would have DESTROYED them). Ben and the guys wrap up the hour discussing where they hope to see the NBA’s top free agents land next season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich Eisen dials in and tells guest host Ben Lyons why he’s happy to see Giannis Antetokounmpo’s hard work and dedication pay off with an NBA title, why he can’t wait for the start of the Tokyo Olympics, and which NFL storylines have him most excited for the start of training camps. Social media content creator/influencer Josh Ostrovsky (AKA “The Fat Jewish”) tells Ben about that time he made a failed pitch to bring Giannis to the New York Knicks using Greek food as a lure, what it was like to watch the Super Bowl on a yacht… where there was an ostrich…named “Bradley Cooper,” and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Guest host Ben Lyons and the guys do a deep dive on Giannis Antetokounmpo’s first NBA title and explain why his win is the feel-good story of the year and why his approach to life should be inspiring to all. Meadowlark Media’s Amin Elhassan tells Ben if he regrets his post-Game 2 comments denigrating the Bucks and predicting their demise at the hands of the Suns, if Milwaukee’s home-grown approach will lead NBA teams away from the Super Team trend, why he was NOT a fan of Suns’ head coach Monty Williams going into the Bucks’ locker room after the game to thank his opponents, and why you should check out his “Cinephobe” podcast if you’re a fan of very bad movies. Ben and the guys wrap up the hour wondering which current NBA player is most likely to crack the NBA’s All-Time Top Ten list when his career is done. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Guest host Ben Lyons and the guys tip off the hour recapping Giannis Antetokounmpo’s epic night in Game 6 of the NBA Finals to emphatically close out the Phoenix Suns to capture his first NBA title. ESPN NBA Reporter & Host Cassidy Hubbarth and Ben discuss Giannis cementing his place among the NBA’s all-time greats with his 50-point night against Phoenix and his stellar play throughout the 2021 NBA Finals, the Suns’ chances to regroup and make another title run and how the rest of the NBA will react to Giannis’ disparaging comments about super teams, and what winning a title means to the close-knit Antetokounmpo family. Ben and the guys wrap up the hour nerding out over their shared love of trading card collecting and how the sports memorabilia business has BOOMED in recent years pricing many fans out of the market. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
FOX Sports MLB Analyst Nick Swisher and guest host Ben Lyons discuss the Yankees’ disappointing season so far and why he’s optimistic the Pinstripes can turn things around in the 2nd half, why he (like the rest of the world) is a big fan of Angels 2-way star Shohei Ohtani and which fringe Olympic sports he would have excelled at, and a rapid fire reaction to Giannis Antetokounmpo on the verge of his 1st title and if the Red Sox have a chance to win it all this season. Ben and the guys preview Game 6 of the NBA Finals and debate where a Bucks title would rank in the long history of Wisconsin sports achievements. Chris Brockman and Ben get into a heated debate about what makes a basketball player Hall of Fame worthy and whether Carmelo Anthony’s NBA exploits are enough to earn him a spot among the sport’s legends. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The MMQB’s Albert Breer and guest host Ben Lyons discuss the latest developments in the Aaron Rodgers-Packers standoff and what’s likely to happen (or not happen) as the start of training camps approach, how much of an impact the Cam Akers achilles injury will have on the Rams Super Bowl hopes, and if the Chiefs can return to the Super Bowl with a revamped offensive line. Ben and the guys react to ESPN’s announcement that Peyton and Eli Manning will be on an alternate feed of Monday Night Football and debate if that move will adversely impact the viewership of the main MNF broadcast, which somehow segues into a discussion about whether Snoop Dogg is the Swiss Army Watch of entertainers. The guys wrap up the hour answering the viral baseball question: would the best player born on your birthday be able to get a hit off the pitcher who started Game 1 for the World Series-winning team the year you graduated high school? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Guest host Ben Lyons and the guys tip off the hour previewing the NBA Finals Game 6 including how much a role controversial ref Scott Foster will play, and lament that this could be the last pro game for a few months. Sports Illustrated Senior Writer Chris Mannix tells Ben what adjustments the Suns need to make to extend the Bucks to a Game 7 and how a finals loss will impact Chris Paul’s future in Phoenix, why Team USA will have its hands full at the Olympics in Tokyo and will have to scratch and claw just to earn a spot on the medal stand, and why the Clippers are likely to commit to Kawhi Leonard long-term despite his ACL injury. Ben and the guys wrap up the hour reacting to Tom Brady and the Bucs’ visit to the White House today and wonder when was the last time TB12 had a bad day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
10-year NBA veteran Ryan Hollins and guest host Ben Lyons discuss if the Suns can regain their mojo to avoid a Game 6 closeout loss to the Bucks, what another playoff failure would mean for Chris Paul’s legacy, and why NBA fans have forgotten how to behave in arenas following a year-long covid lockdown. Ben and the guys celebrate the anniversary of ‘The Dark Knight’ release paying homage to Christopher Nolan, Christian Bale and the late, great Heath Ledger. The guys wrap up the hour comparing how some historic baseball events match up with today’s MLB and debate if any Shohei Ohtani-Babe Ruth comparisons are fair…for either player. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Guest host Ben Lyons reacts to the latest incident of bad fan behavior where a fan threw a ball on the field and hit Red Sox outfielder Alex Verdguo in the back at Yankee Stadium. Golf Digest/GOLFTV host & producer Hally Leadbetter and Ben discuss Collin Morikawa’s British Open win and why we’re likely to see a lot more major championship wins from the 23-year-old, how much is real and how much is contrived in the Bryson DeChambeau vs Brooks Koepka rivalry, and why golf is on the precipice of a major change with the influx of new players and styles on the sports’ landscape. Ben and the guys wrap up the hour recounting the remarkable accomplishments amassed by Giannis Antetokounmpo in his young career and wonder if we don’t give him enough credit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Guest host Ben Lyons and Chris Brockman begin the hour roasting TJ Jefferson for not knowing who Collin Morikawa is and recap the golfer’s impressive win at the 2021 British Open. Ben and the guys break down the surprising turn of events at the NBA Finals where the Suns have seen their commanding 2-0 lead over the Bucks flip to a 3-2 deficit thanks primarily to the heroics of 2-time MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo. The guys wonder why Suns PG Chris Paul has faded in the finals last three games and what another disappointing playoff finish will mean for his legacy when his career is all said and done. Ben, a die-hard Knicks fan, wraps up the hour reflecting back on his favorite “Linsanity” moments when Jeremy Lin took the big apple by storm during the 2011-12 season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Rick kicks off the hour with a game-by-game breakdown of Washington Football Team’s 2021 schedule with a bold prediction on what their final record will be. Actor/Comedian Paul Scheer and Rich discuss his die-hard Clippers fandom and says why the Suns had “an easy run” to the NBA Finals because of the key injuries to their playoff foes, the return of his Showtime comedy ‘Black Monday,’ and if he would ever go the Deion Sanders/Brian Urlacher route and opt for hair replacement surgery. MMA journalist Ariel Helwani and Rich preview Conor McGregor vs Dustin Poirier in UFC 264, talk Stanley Cup finals with some harsh words (as a Canadiens fan) for the Tampa Bay Lightning, and why he predicts Damian Lillard will be playing for the Knicks next season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Ringer’s Kevin Clark and Rich discuss Aaron Rodgers at ‘The Match’ and their disappointment that the embattled QB give us little insight on his standoff with the Packers, the 49er getting beat to the punch on landing Matthew Stafford and why you can expect rookie QB Trey Lance to start for the Niners sooner rather than later, how soon Trevor Lawrence and Justin Fields will assume the starting job for the Jaguars and Bears, why the Cowboys might be the most overlooked team in the NFL heading into the 2021 season, and why he’s 100% on the Cleveland Browns bandwagon this season. To honor Tom Hanks’ 65th birthday, Rich and the guys debate which is the most underrated Hanks movie: Bachelor Party, You’ve Got Mail, Nothing in Common, or That Thing You Do. Rich wraps up the hour proposing an intriguing scenario: what if the Super Bowl features Baker Mayfield and the Brows vs Ryan Fitzpatrick and the Washington Football Team? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich tips off the hour recapping the Suns’ Game 2 NBA Finals win over the Bucks despite an impressive game from Giannis Antetokounmpo, and says why the series might be over already for Milwaukee against a peaking Phoenix squad. NFL Network Analyst and Pro Football Hall of Fame QB Kurt Warner tells Rich what a Suns NBA title would mean for Phoenix and the state of Arizona and how Chris Paul reminds him of himself when he took the Cardinals to the Super Bowl, why he sees Aaron Rodgers playing for the Packers this season and Larry Fitzgerald putting off retirement, and how tough he was on Zachary Levy while giving the actor throwing lessons as he prepared to portray Kurt in the upcoming biopic ‘American Underdog.’ Rich and the guys wrap up the hour recapping the thoroughly awesome events in San Diego (Slam Diego?) where a Padres rookie hit a grand slam off Nationals’ ace Max Scherzer in his first MLB at bat. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich starts the hour recapping England’s controversial UEFA Euro 2020 semifinal win over Denmark and why it appears European soccer fans, like NBA fans this season, have forgotten how to behave in public following a year-long lockdown. In honor of the 11th anniversary of LeBron James’ infamous “The Decision” show, TJ Jefferson and Chris Brockman list their all-time sports heel turns. Former NFL fullback Jarrod Bunch and Rich discuss his allegations that he was molested by the University of Michigan team doctor, Robert Anderson, during his time playing football in Ann Arbor in the late 1980’s and early 90’s. Rich and the guys wrap up the hour previewing the Suns vs Bucks NBA Finals Game 2 and wonder if it’s too early (waaaaay too early??) to start talking about a Suns’ dynasty. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
New York Giants running back Saquon Barkley and Rich discuss the timeline for him to get back on the field following his season-ending knee injury, his reaction to fellow Penn State Nittany Lion Carl Nassib announcing he’s gay, and why he went into business with ESPN NFL Insider Adam Schefter and Clippers star Kawhi Leonard. ESPN Senior NFL Writer Bill Barnwell tells Rich his obvious (Patrick Mahomes) and dark horse (Jameis Winston) candidates for NFL MVP, which teams would be tempted to trade for disgruntled Packers QB Aaron Rodgers, and why he’d happily hand over $50 to watch a pay-per-view event where Tom Brady revealed which QB he was talking about when the said “that MF’er!??” on LeBron James’ HBO show ‘The Shop.’ Rich wraps up the hour debating on whether or not it would make sense for the Jets to trade rookie QB Zach Wilson to Green Bay for Rodgers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich starts the hour with a recap of the Lighting capturing their 2nd straight Stanley Cup and says why this might be the most impressive back-to-back title run…in ANY sport, and explains why, somehow, maybe, perhaps Tom Brady is the reason for Tampa Bay’s cup win and why the city can now be called “Champa Bay.” ESPN NBA Analyst Jon Barry and Rich discuss if this is the season Chris Paul’s bad luck in the playoffs finally changes with his first NBA title, if the Bucks can bounce back in Game 2 and why Phoenix would be a legit champion despite injuries that sidelined their playoff opponents’ top players, and if we will see possible trades of Blazers guard Damian Lillard and Sixers guard Ben Simmons this offseason. Rich wraps up the hour listing his Top 5 Shrug Emoji NFL Teams for the coming season…teams that have big, lingering questions about starting QBs, hold out QBs (ahem, Aaron Rodgers), etc. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich and the guys tee off the hour debating which athletes should take part in the next iteration of ‘The Match’ or if they should run it back with Tom Brady vs Aaron Rodgers again, and Rich explains why not having Rodgers on the field for the 2021 NFL season is an unthinkable outcome not only for Packers fans but for all NFL fans. Emmy-nominated actor Jared Harris and Rich discuss the England-Denmark Euro 2020 semifinal and how he will be watching and cheering for his home country from Florida, why the failed European Super League was dead on arrival, and his new AMC revenge thriller ‘The Beast Must Die.’ Rich wraps up the hour telling the guys about his first Uber ride in over a year and if it was enough to raise his rating up from a paltry 4.54. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Hall of Fame pitcher Jim Palmer tells Rich the difference (and surprising similarities) between pitching in today’s MLB vs his heyday in the late 60’s and 70’s, and why he, a 3-time Cy Young Award winner, is blown away by Shohei Ohtani’s two-way pitching-hitting talents. ESPN NBA Analyst Jeff Van Gundy tells Rich how Suns Head Coach Monty Williams has taken Phoenix from one of the NBA’s worst teams to three wins away from becoming NBA Champions, why the Suns can rely on Chris Paul and why Giannis Antetokounmpo is a liability for the Bucks late in games, and his reaction to each of Rich’s 4 ways to improve NBA replay reviews. Rich and the guys wrap up the hour reacting to Tom Brady’s taking aim at himself with some memes on Twitter after losing “The Match” to Aaron Rodgers which leads to Del Tufo staking claim to the “Pre-Game Audio GOAT” title. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich tips off the hour breaking down the Suns’ impressive Game 1 victory over the Buck in the NBA Finals and wonders if Milwaukee has any chance against a Phoenix team that is firing on all cylinders. Rich recaps Aaron Rodgers’ & Bryson DeChambeau’s win over Tom Brady and Phil Mickelson in The Match and lists his top takeaways including Aaron Rodgers’ Packers future, Brady’s mass appeal, and Phil Mickelson’s status as the GOAT playing partner. Rich wraps up the hour taking inspiration from Aaron Rodgers to channel his inner Chi in an attempt to resist getting riled up by his usual triggers like Knicks owner James Dolan and the movie ‘Rudy’ among others. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich tees off the hour listing the top five things he wants to see on tonight’s “The Match” featuring Tom Brady and Phil Mickelson vs Aaron Rodgers and Bryson DeChambeau. 16-year-old Ezra Frech tells Rich his amazing life journey that includes being the youngest U.S. Paralympic Track & Field athlete at the Tokyo Games, being the reigning Under-17 High Jump World Champion, and founding ‘Angel City Sports’ to allow more disabled kids to compete in sports. Rich and the guys wrap up the hour breaking down Ben Simmons’ trip to Wimbledon and the smooch caught on camera with Maya Jama. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich and the guys begin the hour reacting to the Cowboys being tabbed for this season’s ‘Hard Knocks’ on HBO with mixed feelings in the room about how compelling a watch Dallas will be for the acclaimed HBO series. With training camps approaching, Rich and Brockman give their very early picks for sleeper teams to watch in the NFC and AFC. NFL Network analyst Gregg Rosenthal and Rich discuss Aaron Rodgers’ holdout and why a new guaranteed contract can put an end to the stalemate, why Justin Herbert and the Chargers are the most overlooked story in the NFL right now, when we can expect to see the talented crop of rookie QBs on the field this year and why he’s not as high on the Rams as a lot of other pundits, and the Browns’ and Jets’ outlook for the coming season. Rich wraps up the hour renewing his vigorous vitriol for The Shift in Major League Baseball and how it snuffed out what should have been another memorable moment for Shohei Ohtani. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off the hour holding ZERO back in expressing his glee that The Match 2021 is finally here where we’ll finally get to see Aaron Rodgers in public for the first time since the beginning of his much-discussed beef with the Packers’ front office. Rich recaps Trevor Lawrence signing his rookie contract and (tongue-in-cheek) what that means for his status as the Jaguars’ starting QB. Rich wraps up the hour debating Brockman and TJ as to whether or not competitive eater Joey Chestnut is an athlete or not. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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With guest host Ryan Leaf. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
With guest host Ryan Leaf. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
With guest host Ryan Leaf. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
With guest host Ryan Leaf. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
With guest host Ryan Leaf. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
‘Brother from Another’ co-host Michael Smith and Rich discuss the far-reaching impact of the new NIL rules on the college sports landscape and why it took so long to change the NCAA’s “archaic” rules, and if a possible Suns NBA title would come with an asterisk due to all the injuries suffered by opposing super star players on their way to the NBA Finals. Super Bowl-winning QB Joe Theismann and Rich discuss Aaron Rodgers’ standoff with the Green Bay Packers’ front office and if there’s a solution in sight, and why he’s excited for the NFL season and the WFT’s title chances in particular. Rich and the guys wrap up the hour discussing TJ Jefferson’s decision to pass up going to the ‘Space Jam 2’ premiere because he didn’t want to deal with L.A. traffic. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off the hour reacting to day one of college athletes being able to profit from their name, image and likeness, and says the new rules should be applied retroactively to restore Reggie Bush’s Heisman Trophy but surprisingly feels sanctions against Michigan’s Fab Five should remain. Buccaneers Insider Rick Stroud and Rich discuss Tampa Bay’s chances to repeat as Super Bowl champions, the Tom Brady-Bruce Arians dynamic and how the GOAT QB has changed the Bucs’ culture in just one season, and who could be the mystery QB Brady was denigrating with his “that MF’er??” comments on LeBron’s “The Shop” show. Rich wraps up the hour railing against the NBA’s frustrating replay review process and has some ideas on how to fix the problem. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich tips off the hour recapping Chris Paul’s monster night in for the Suns to close out the Clippers in Game 6 of the Western Conference Finals, and reacts to Patrick Beverley’s less-than-sportsmanlike behavior (to say the least) when he shoved CP3 in the back to earn an ejection. Rich and the guys reveal their texting pet peeves with one of the guys giving a big thumbs down on the use of the thumbs up emoji. On the anniversary of Bobby Bonilla Day (where the former Mets OF gets paid a million dollars from the team until the age of 72) Rich recaps some of the notable events that took place on the last day Bonilla played for New York back in 2001. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Actor and die-hard Los Angeles Kings fan Colin Hanks and Rich discuss “The McSorley Curse” brought on by the Montreal Canadiens in the 1993 Stanley Cup Final which has jinxed every Canadian team since, why even he, a die-hard Giants fan, is shocked the San Francisco is the first 50-win MLB team, and the upcoming series ‘The Offer’ about the making of ‘The Godfather.’ (timestamp). Actor Nick Turturro joins the show h in-studio to tell Rich why the Giancarlo Stanton trade is the root cause for the disappointing Yankees’ season and why he could solve many of the Pinstripes’ problems if only he were the team’s batboy, why he’s NOT A FAN of MLB’s decision to crack down on pitchers using foreign substances mid-season, and shares his favorite David Caruso stories from their time together on ‘NYPD Blue.’ (timestamp). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
NFL Films’ Producer/Analyst Greg Cosell and Rich discuss the long-overdue Pro Football Hall of Fame enshrinement of the NFL Films’ “Voice of God” voiceover legend John Facenda, and why Eagles QB Jalen Hurts, though he’s the clear-cut starter, still needs a lot of improvement to in order to keep the job long term. ‘Pardon the Interruption’ Co-Host Michael Wilbon tells Rich his reaction to Scottie Pippen’s Phil Jackson racism allegations, that a Suns vs Bucks NBA Finals is not guarantee and why the Bucks can be a confounding team most nights, why he doesn’t see Ben Simmons suiting up for the Philadelphia 76ers next season, and why the Suns ‘Valley Oop’ game winning-dunk vs the Clippers means we can expect more drama in the West Finals despite Phoenix being up 3-1. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich tips off the hour recapping the weekend in the NBA saying Trae Young’s sprained ankle pretty much sinks the Hawk’s title chances and why the Clippers are unlikely to dig their way out of a 3-1 hole against the Suns. Rich reacts to Scottie Pippen shocking comments on ‘The Dan Patrick Show’ today where the former Bulls F claims Phil Jackson is a racist. Chris Brockman and Rich debate if the AFC East or the AFC North will be the tougher division this season and which player in any sport is the best to ever wear the number 7. Rich wraps up the hour breaking down Tom Brady’s comments on LeBron James’ ‘The Shop’ where he MF’d a fellow NFL quarterback leading to the still unanswered question: who was Brady talking about?? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Padres IF Jake Cronenworth and Rich discuss San Diego’s rise from also-ran to legit contender and their burgeoning rivalry with the World Champion Dodgers, his thoughts on pitchers getting checked on the mound for foreign substances, how much that GINORMOUS Padres swag chain weighs, and what it was like to strike out Mookie Betts in a mop-up relief appearance earlier this season. Actress Emmanuelle Chriqui tells Rich what it’s been like being stuck in Canada for nearly a year due to the global pandemic, why she, a Montreal native, has not been to and will not ever attend a hockey game, and why she’s excited for the release of her new film ‘Die in a Gunfight.’ Rich wraps up the hour reacting to Urban Meyer’s comments that rookie QB Trevor Lawrence isn’t ready to be the Jags’ starter by saying, “yes, he is!” And make sure you check out Rich's other podcast: Just Getting Started with Rich Eisen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Longtime ESPN announcer Mark Jones and Rich discuss how much ESPN has changed over the years, Trae Young and the Hawks’ chances to win the NBA title this season, if this is the year Chris Paul finally breaks through and gets his championship ring, and his favorite stories about ESPN colleagues Bill Walton, Hubie Brown, Doris Burke, and Stuart Scott. TJ comments on the impact the late Stuart Scott had on his burgeoning journalism career back in college with his trendsetting approach to having their written words match their spoken words. Rich and the guys field calls from viewers telling some GREAT stories about their first concert experiences. And make sure you check out Rich's other podcast: Just Getting Started with Rich Eisen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich tips off the hour recapping the Clippers’ Game 3 win over the Suns in the Western Conference Finals and wonders why injured star Kawhi Leonard was watching from a luxury box instead of being on the bench with his teammates. 12-year NBA veteran Rex Chapman tells Rich why he loves the Mavs’ hiring of Jason Kidd and how the new head coach will mesh with superstar point guard Luka Doncic, which teams make the most sense for Ben Simmons in a possible trade for the embattled Sixers’ PG, why the Suns have the best chance to win the NBA title out of the four remaining teams in the playoffs, and why he was “dead wrong” about his criticism of Trae Young when he was selected early in the 2018 NBA Draft. Rich wraps up the hour reflecting on the coming end of the Islanders’ Nassau Coliseum reflecting on the team’s glorious history there and his not-so-glorious personal history there back in his high school days. And make sure you check out Rich's other podcast: Just Getting Started with Rich Eisen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Hall of Fame announcer Marv Albert surprises Rich on his birthday and the two discuss the surprising Atlanta Hawks and why this is the most wide-open NBA Playoffs he can remember, what he’ll be doing in retirement after nearly 6 decades as an announcer, and what are his favorite moments he’s witnessed first-hand in his storied sports casting career from the Barcelona Dream Team, to Willis Reed’s comeback vs the Lakers to Michael Jordan’s ‘Flu Game.’ John Smoltz, Hall of Fame pitcher and Emmy Award-winning analyst for FOX Sports and MLB Network, and Rich discuss MLB’s crackdown on pitchers using foreign substances and why “in two weeks it will be a non-issue,” if there’s a compromise that can be reached between pitchers and MLB that would make the game fair for batters but also safe for batters, and why Angels two-way star Shoei Ohtani could be as dominant as Mets ace Jacob deGrom if he only focused on pitching. Rich and the guys wrap up the hour discussing if the Lakers would be a good fit for Ben Simmons, or if there’s any team out there in need of a non-shooting 6-11 point guard who passes up dunks. And make sure you check out Rich's other podcast: Just Getting Started with Rich Eisen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Baseball Hall of Famer Reggie Jackson surprises Rich with a call on his birthday and recalls hitting one of the most memorable All-Star Game home runs ever when he nearly hit the ball over the Tiger Stadium roof in 1971, his reaction to the current hullabaloo in Major League Baseball over pitchers using foreign substances, and his mindset that night in 1977 when he cemented his “Mr. October” legend by hitting 3 homers on 3 pitches against the Dodgers in Game 6 of the World Series. Actress/comedian Iliza Shlesinger and Rich discuss what it’s been like to resume her stand-up comedy tour after taking a year off because of the Covid-19 lockdown, and the strange-but-true story that happened to her that was the basis of her new Netflix movie ‘Good on Paper.’ Rich’s son Xander dials in and makes his case to for the Rich Eisen Show to start up a Tik Tok page, much to TJ Jefferson’s chagrin. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich tips off the hour recapping Trae Young’s monster night (48 points, 11 assists) in Game 1 against the Nets and says why the Nets will have their hands full against Atlanta’s upstart young team. Pro Football Hall of Famer Michael Irvin surprises Rich with a call on his birthday and says why he’s been so impressed with and excited by this year’s NBA Playoffs despite no LeBron or Steph Curry vying for a title, why he’s 100% certain Dak Prescott will suffer no lingering affects this year from his season-ending leg injury, and does a game-by-game breakdown of the Cowboys 2021 schedule where he predicts Dallas will go 13-4. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich starts off the hour railing agains MLB’s new rules enforcement on pitchers using foreign substances on the mound and how managers are already beginning to abuse their ability ask for reviews as gamesmanship to rattle opponents. Actor Tony Hale and Rich discuss his new Disney+ series ‘The Mysterious Benedict Society,’ whether ‘Die Hard’ is a Christmas movie, and what his classic character Buster Bluth is doing today in the ‘Arrested Development’ alternate universe. Rich and the guys wrap up the hour debating who spends more time and money on personal grooming: soccer superstar Christiano Ronaldo or ESPN NBA Analyst Tim Legler.
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Hall of Fame broadcaster Bob Costas and Rich discuss the mess that has become MLB’s policing of pitchers using foreign substances and a possible solution to the problem, why cheating in baseball will always be around despite best efforts to eradicate it, and his favorite recollections of retiring sportscasting legend Marv Albert. Rich, Chris Brockman and Mike Del Tufo gang up on TJ Jefferson when the Altoona, PA native renews his claim that he’s from the “East Coast.”
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Rich tips off the hour recapping the amazing ‘Valley Oop’ game-winning play for the Suns in their Western Conference Finals Game 2 against the Clippers, and explains why as thrilling as the play on the court was the game became unwatchable because of the lengthy delays for official replay reviews. Rich reacts to the black eye MLB took last night after two embarrassing incidents involving umpires checking pitchers for foreign substances that resulted in a near brawl between Nationals’ ace Max Scherzer and Phillies manager Joe Girardi, along with A’s reliever Sergio Romo dropping his pants when he was checked by an ump. Rich wraps up the hour ranting against the changes baseball has seen over the years which leads Chris Brockman to come up with new lyrics for ‘Take Me Out to the Ballgame.’
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Rich and the guys begin the hour reacting to the first day of MLB umpires searching pitchers for foreign substances and why Jacob deGrom might go down as the greatest Mets pitcher ever. Rich fields calls from viewers with polar opposite takes on the “Is ‘The Karate Kid’ a Sports Movie?” debate which leads to a potential fantasy football team name in honor of actress Glenn Close. Actor Titus Welliver and Rich discuss the finals season of his Amazon Prime Video series ‘Bosch’ and the shocking revelation that he still doesn’t get free Amazon Prime, his experience on the HBO classic series ‘Deadwood’ and how he reacted when he caught his young son watching an episode of the profane and violent series, and how he’s managed to land a role in every Ben Affleck movie.
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Ten-time PGA Tour-winner Justin Rose and Rich discuss Jon Rahm’s US Open win after a rocky month in his personal life of the course and why some golfers are not big fans of the USGA’s tough course set ups, if we’ll ever see a Golf Super League, and why if he, a big fan of Chelsea in the Premier League, would adopt the Philadelphia Eagles as his favorite NFL team. Rich and the guys celebrate the anniversary of ‘Karate Kid’ with a HEATED debate on whether or not the Ralph Macchio classic is a sports movie or not, which leads Rich into recounting the shenanigans that wend down on the set of the movie ‘Draft Day.’ Rich wraps up the hour reacting to Tom Brady’s “no F’s to Give” mindset now that he’s unencumbered by Bill Belichick’s staid environment in New England.
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Rich tips off the commenting on Ben Simmons’ controversial end to his season with the 76ers and explains why the embattled Sixers star still might be able to fulfil his vast potential…but with another team. The MMQB’s Andrew Brandt joins Rich in-studio to discuss the financial windfall NCAA players could see after the Supreme Court’s big ruling this week, why we might be entering a Wild West era of playing college players, how Aaron Rodgers comported himself back when he took over the Packers helm from Brett Favre, why he doesn’t see Rodgers holdout lasting in to the regular season, and why the NFL is on a slippery slope with its policy on vaccinated vs unvaccinated players.
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Rich and the guys kick off the hour wondering who Tom Brady was talking about when he denigrated a mystery QB in the teaser for the next episode of LeBron James’ HBO show ‘The Shop.’ The guys marvel at Shohei Ohtani’s latest exploits and fantasize about what the playoffs would look like. Three-time Pro Bowl NFL Tight End Greg Olsen and Rich discuss the remarkable story of his 8-year-old son’s young life and recovery from his recent heart transplant surgery, and his big plans (along with Travis Kelce on George Kittle) to host 50 NFL TE’s in Nashville for their Tight End University summit (was Tim Tebow invited??) Rich wraps up the hour recapping his Father’s Day where he got to spend it the way 99% of all fathers wish they could: doing absolutely nothing!
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New York Yankees announcer Michael Kay tells Rich what it’s like to call three triple plays in one season, why he’s not a fan of MLB’s decision to crack down on pitchers using foreign substances on the mound, and why he thought Mike Tyson was going to punch him during one of his ‘Centerstage’ interviews. Tulane Law School Sports Director Gabe Feldman and Rich break down how the Supreme Court “dropped the hammer” on the NCAA in regards to keeping college athletes unpaid, and when we might see athletes begin to cash in on their name and likenesses. Rich reacts to the SCOTUS-NCAA ruling and says we’d all better get used to seeing our favorite schools’ top athletes in commercials very soon. Rich and the guys wrap up the hour breaking down TJ Jefferson’s priceless reaction to his Sixers getting bounced out of the playoffs at the hands of the Hawks.
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Rich tips off the hour breaking down the Hawks’ Game 7 win over the 76ers and explains why Ben Simmons “is a broken player” and is most likely done in Philadelphia…if the Sixers can find a taker for him. ESPN NBA Insider Brian Windhorst and Rich discuss Ben Simmons’ disappointing playoffs for the 76ers and why Philly should have pulled the trigger on a trade for PG Kyle Lowry, if the Sixers could pull off a blockbuster deal for Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard for the embattled Simmons, when the Suns can expect Chris Paul’s return following his positive Covid-19 test, and if Kawhi Leonard can make a return to the court for the Clippers in the Western Conference Finals. Rich wraps up the hour recapping the thrilling end of the US Open at Torrey Pines where Bryson DeChambeau collapsed down the stretch unlike Jon Rahm who sank two clutch putts on his final two holes to capture the tournament.
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Colts DT DeForest Bucker and Rich discuss NFL players’ stance on getting Covid-19 vaccinations, facing his old team, the 49ers, and Titans new WR Julio Jones this season, and why he’s been highly impressed with Carson Wentz’ leadership so far. Actors Martin Sheen and Luke Wilson join Rich to discuss their new football movie ’12 Mighty Orphans,’ their love of sports movies, and what it was like for Sheen to be on the ‘Apocalypse Now’ set with acting legend Robert Duvall. Rich and the guys wrap up the hour reacting to the big news that Angels two-way star Shohei Ohtani will take part in the MLB All-Star Game Home Run Derby at Coors Field this summer. And make sure you check out Rich's other podcast: Just Getting Started with Rich Eisen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
ESPN Monday Night Football analyst Louis Riddick and Rich discuss Aaron Rodgers’ standoff with the Packers and the team CEO Mark Murphy dipping into the “petty pool” with his public comments about the disgruntled QB, why the Broncos would be the best fit for Rodgers if the Packers decide to move on from him, if Ryan Fitzpatrick could be WFT’s long-term answer at the QB position, and if he also did a spit take when the Jaguars said they’re not locked in on naming Trevor Lawrence their Week 1 starter. Emmy Award-winning actor Ray Liotta and Rich discuss his upcoming film ‘No Sudden Move’ and what its director Steven Soderberg has on common with Martin Scorsese, and reveals that he’s NEVER seen the iconic film ‘Field of Dreams’ in which he played the role of Shoeless Joe Jackson. Rich and the guys recap the amazing Twitter thread by a man who had to spend 24 hours in a Waffle House as punishment for finishing last in his fantasy football league, and break down how they would approach the loophole that allowed him to shave an hour of his sentence for every waffle he ate. Rich wraps up the hour explaining why journeyman QB Ryan Fitzpatrick makes the WFT the favorites to win the NFC East this season. And make sure you check out Rich's other podcast: Just Getting Started with Rich Eisen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich and the guys tip off the hour breaking down the latest news in the NBA and wonder which version of Paul George will show up for the Clippers tonight: Playoff P or Pandemic P? The Athletic’s Sam Amick and Rich discuss the reasons behind the shakeup in Dallas that saw big changes in the front office and coaching staff, why head coach Rick Carlisle stepped down with two years remaining on his contract, if all the changes help or hinder the team’s ability to keep superstar Luka Doncic in the fold, and the possibility the Trail Blazers shock the NBA world and trade Damian Lillard this offseason. And make sure you check out Rich's other podcast: Just Getting Started with Rich Eisen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
ESPN MLB Insider Jeff Passan and Rich discuss how baseball plans to actively enforce its rules on illegal foreign substances, the chances MLB will work with players and teams to develop a universal sticky substance that would be available on the mound for all pitchers to use, and Jacob deGrom’s latest injury scare. Rich and Chris Brockman ask TJ Jefferson if he’s more elated by the Clippers’ surprising Game 5 win over the Jazz or more pissed off about the Sixers choke against the Hawks which leads to TJ making a scorching hot take on Ben Simmons’ future in Philadelphia. Rich wraps up the hour reacting to Matt LaFleur’s latest comments on Aaron Rodgers’ holdout and says what the Packers Head Coach was really thinking when addressing the media. And make sure you check out Rich's other podcast: Just Getting Started with Rich Eisen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Tennessee Titans Head Coach Mike Vrabel tells Rich how Bill Belichick has rubbed off on his coaching style, his advice for Urban Meyer as he ventures into the NFL head coaching ranks, and what Julio Jones brings to the team and how the All-Pro WR has meshed with the team’s culture so far. ESPN’s Bomani Jones tells Rich why the 76ers looked like “frauds” against the Hawks and if Ben Simmons can overcome his fear of shooting the ball (which is what NBA players are supposed to do), why he’s sticking with his pick of the Bucks to win their semifinal series against the Nets, Trae Young’s emergence as a legit NBA star in this year’s playoffs, why he’s convinced Aaron Rodgers will never play for the Packers again, and his thoughts on the anniversary of OJ Simpson’s infamous slow-speed chase. Rich wraps up the hour reacting to the latest developments in MLB’s crackdown on pitchers using with Yankees’ ace Gerrit Cole lamenting the lack of communication between MLB higher ups and pitchers. And make sure you check out Rich's other podcast: Just Getting Started with Rich Eisen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich tips off the hour recapping the 76ers’ epic collapse against Trae Young and the Atlanta Hawks, then turns his attention to TJ Jefferson’s other NBA team where Playoff P stepped up big time for the Clippers without the injured Kawhi Leonard to deliver “the greatest win in the history of the franchise.” 3-time NBA champion BJ Armstrong and Rich discuss the Clippers unexpected win over the Jazz on the road without Kawhi in Game 5, what Sixers Head Coach Doc Rivers must be thinking the day after his team’s historic collapse and why Ben Simmons needs a huge confidence boost, why he’s concerned for Kevin Durant after he played every minute in the Nets Game 5 win over the Bucks, and what it was like being on the court with Michael Jordan during playoff crunch time. The guys wrap up the hour reacting to Rich and Chris Brockman’s appearance in the new Madden 22 trailer. And make sure you check out Rich's other podcast: Just Getting Started with Rich Eisen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich starts the hour reacting to claims by Tampa Bay Rays ace Tyler Glasnow who says his elbow injury is directly due to MLB clamping down on pitchers using foreign substances on the mound. ‘Today’ show co-host Craig Melvin and Rich discuss his new book ‘Pops: Learning to Be a Son and a Father’ chronicling his family’s up-and-down history. Chargers WR Keenan Allen tells Rich why he’s a big fan of the Nets and why Justin Herbert is the Nikola Jokic of the NFL, why he’s been very impressed with Brandon Staley despite his status as a first-time head coach, why Justin Herbert is just scratching the surface on his immense potential, and why people shouldn’t sleep on the Chargers this season. Rich wraps up the hour reacting to the NFL’s updated protocols for vaccinated players vs non-vaccinated players. And make sure you check out Rich's other podcast: Just Getting Started with Rich Eisen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Co-host of ESPN’s ‘Hoop Streams’ Kendrick Perkins and Rich discuss what the Kawhi Leonard knee injury impacts the Clippers’ chances to best the Jazz in their West Semifinal series, if Chris Paul’s positive Covid-19 test will slow down the Suns’ momentum, why the Milwaukee Bucks are a “dumb team” and lack basketball IQ, why the Hawks will force a Game 7 with the 76ers, and which open NBA job is the most attractive. Baseball Hall of Famer Rod Carew tells Rich how baseball has changed over the decades but that cheating has been a constant in the sports long history and that today’s players should stop complaining about it so much, why MLB should institute rules to limit or outright ban The Shift, who was the best hitter he ever saw (the answer WILL surprise you), and the batting tip he’d give to Angels two-way star Shohei Ohtani to improve at the plate. Rich wraps up the hour making a BOLD bet in reaction to the Jaguars, fresh off drafting Trevor Lawrence #1 overall, saying they’re not sure how their QB competition will play out before Week 1. And make sure you check out Rich's other podcast: Just Getting Started with Rich Eisen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich tips off the hour recapping Kevin Durant’s stellar night in Game 5 where he dropped 49 on the Bucks to give the Nets a 3-2 series lead. Rich reacts to the news that Suns guard Chris Paul has tested positive for COVID-19 and how it could impact the West Finals, and if Kawhi Leonard’s knee injury has sunk the Clippers’ title hopes. ESPN’s NFL Reporter Jeff Darlington and Rich discuss Tua Tagovailoa’s disastrous day where he threw 5 interceptions during a Dolphins minicamp practice and his long-term future with the team with a potential Deshaun Watson trade a possibility, how the 2nd-year QB has improved over the off-season and if comparisons to Chargers QB Justin Herbert are fair, the latest in the Aaron Rodgers holdout saga and why he thinks the disgruntled Packers QB will indeed play for the team this season. Rich wraps up the hour commenting on the latest in the Aaron Rodgers situation and explains why he thinks Rodgers will return for a “swan song” season in Green Bay. And make sure you check out Rich's other podcast: Just Getting Started with Rich Eisen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sports Illustrated Editor and ’60 Minutes’ correspondent Jon Wertheim and guest host Ryan Leaf discuss his new book ‘Glory Days’ about how sports and culture changed forever over the summer of 1984, the French Open decision makers doubling down on their stance to fine Naomi Osaka for not speaking with the media at Roland Garros, and why Novak Djokovic could go down as the most successful men’s tennis player ever and also the most disliked by fans. SiriusXM NBA Radio Host/Nets Studio Analyst Frank Isola and Ryan discuss James Harden’s status for Brooklyn’s Game 5 vs the Bucks and how much of an impact he might or might not have if he plays, how the Hawks and Clippers were able to even up their series against the Sixers and Jazz, if the long layoff will hinder or benefit the Suns, and his pick (for now) to win the NBA title. Clippers fan TJ Jefferson react to Isola saying the Clippers could win it all while Leaf and Brockman are throwing their love behind the Suns. They guys wrap up the hour going in-depth on whether or not this Wade Boggs urban legend holds water (or in this case, alcohol) – that the Hall of Famer once drank 60 beers on a cross country flight.
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Green Bay Press-Gazette Packers Columnist Pete Dougherty and guest host Ryan Leaf discuss the odds Aaron Rodgers actually follows through with his promise to never play for Green Bay again and what the impact on his legacy would be if that happens, how many games the Packers could expect to win with Jordan Love as the starting QB, how the Rodgers standoff has impacted Love’s development, and the odds the Packers will trade their disgruntled QB. Ryan and the guys react to Aaron Rodgers’ latest tongue-in-cheek comments about his “uneventful” offseason and why his wardrobe choice spoke volumes about what he’s really thinking. Ryan, proud owner of a 1-handicap, makes a huge announcement about his golf future. Ryan wraps up the hour reflecting on his long journey from NFL player to prison inmate to where he is today and how the definition of “success” had changed dramatically for him.
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Guest host Ryan Leaf tees off the hour previewing this week’s US Open and says why he’s no fan of “fake tough guy” Brooks Koepka and his loyal fans. Golf Channel Host Rich Lerner tells Ryan if Phil Mickelson, fresh off his historic PGA Championship win, can capture the U.S. Open this week at Torrey Pines, which other golfers in the field have the best shot to capture the year’s 2nd major, and if the rivalry/feud between Brooks Koepka and Bryson DeChambeau is real or more of a show to get social media views. Ryan and Chris Brockman wrap up the hour showing their unabashed rooting interest in Mickelson this week.
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Rich starts the hour with further reaction to the Packers’ CEO’s foot-in-mouth comments calling Aaron Rodgers “a complicated fella.” ‘Overreaction Monday’ returns with Rich’s takes on the Bucks title odds, Nikola Jokic’s controversial ejection, if the Suns can win it all, if the Clippers are gonna Clip in Game 4 vs the Jazz, and if the Sixers are the team to beat in the in the East. MMA journalist Ariel Helwani and Rich discuss his leaving ESPN after declining to take a pay cut, why Nate Diaz’ UFC future remains bright despite his bloody loss over the weekend, if we’ll ever see Israel Adesanya vs Jon Bones Jones, and why Rich should still feel proud of the Knicks despite his unabashed hatred for team owner James Dolan.
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Rich kicks off the hour reacting to Le’Veon Bell’s tweets over the weekend ripping Chiefs Head Coach Andy Reid, and wonders if the former All-Pro RB’s time in the NFL has come to a close. Rich react to Packers CEO Mark Murphy’s publicly saying that Aaron Rodgers is “complicated” and says how such comments could impact the disgruntled QB’s standoff with the team’s front office. NBC Sports Boston’s Patriots Insider Tom Curran tells Rich how concerned/annoyed Bill Belichick is by the camp absence of underpaid lockdown CB Stephon Gilmore, why the team is “agog” over rookie QB Mac Jones and why there will be a “legitimate competition” for the starting QB spot, if Belichick and pull of a 3rd version of his Patriots Dynasty, why the Patriots weren’t more aggressive in pursuing a trade with the Falcons for Julio Jones, and what the realistic expectations are for New England for the 2021 season. Rich wraps up the hour with a game-by-game breakdown of the Patriots early-season schedule could play out if rookie QB Mac Jones wins the starting job over Cam Newton.
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Rich tips off the hour recapping the Suns sweep of the Nuggets and wonders if this is the year Chris Paul re-writes his playoff legacy. Rich and the guys debate of Nuggets center Nikola Jokic should have been ejected for his hard foul on Suns G Cameron Payne. With yet another injury to one of their big three stars, Rich weighs in on whether Kevin Durant can put the Nets on his back with Kyrie Irving and James Harden out. Nets analyst Richard Jefferson and Rich discuss the rash of injuries to Brooklyn and their chances to bounce back against the Bucks in their East Semi’s series, how Chris Paul has taken the Suns to another level (or two… or three) this season, why league MVP Nikola Jokic should not have been ejected for his hard foul on Cameron Payne, and his reaction to Stephen A. Smith saying Donovan Mitchell is the greatest player in Utah Jazz history. Rich wraps up the hour reacting to another classic Bill Belichick press conference, and Kyler Murray’s less-than-flattering comments about the Dallas Cowboys.
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Jeff in Detroit poses a question that gets the debate wheels turning: Is Steph Curry the 2nd-greatest point guard ever…and is he even a point guard?? Sticking to the debate them, the guys discuss if it’s okay to wear a jersey of your favorite player to a game. Rich breaks out a brand-new segment, “Crystal Ball It,” where he and the guys predict the sports headlines six months from now involving Aaron Rodgers, Kawhi Leonard, the Brooklyn Nets and more. Emmy Award-winning actor Jimmy Smits and Rich discuss his new Lin-Manuel Miranda-directed musical ‘In the Heights,’ his VERY brief tenure on ‘Miami Vice,’ and why he owes a debt of gratitude to ‘L.A. Law’ and ‘NYPD Blue’ creator and pioneering TV producer Steven Bochco. Rich wraps up the hour discussion what to say when your significant other makes a very uncomfortable observation while you’re watching a movie or sports on TV.
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The guys kicks off the hour debating which NFL team has the best wide receiver duo now that Julio Jones and AJ Brown have teamed up in Tennessee. Rich reacts to comments by Sean McVay and discusses how different the Rams’ offense will look this season following the trade for Jared Goff to the Lions for Matthew Stafford. NFL Network & CBS Sports NFL Analyst Nate Burleson and Rich discuss his recent Sports Emmy win, why Aaron Rodgers should report to Packers camp, if a move to the AFC is in Rodgers best interests, which are the top under-the-radar storylines for the upcoming NFL season, and why the Saints might have something to say about the Buccaneers’ Super Bowl repeat chances. Rich and the guys wrap up the hour reacting to Kyler Murray’s comments that he hasn’t put his baseball career to bed for good, and Russell Wilson’s comments on his beef with the Seahawks and how his situation compares to Aaron Rodgers’.
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Rich tips off the hour recapping the Bucks Game 3 win over the Nets that saw some dreadful offense/good defense and the strange sight of Kevin Durant’s personal bodyguard rushing on the court when KD squared off with Milwaukee’s PJ Tucker. Rich recaps the Jazz shooting lights out to go up 2-0 on the Clippers and debates if Utah is not the favorites to win the NBA title. Titans OT Taylor Lewan and Rich discuss his knee injury recovery and joke about some mock headlines that can be gleaned from his comments, why the Julio Jones addition doesn’t guarantee success, his reaction to Rich’s “Tenn-tastic 4” nickname for the team, and what was he thinking in his wardrobe choice at the recent CMT Music Awards show. Rich wraps up the hour reacting to troubling allegations against Michigan football coaching legend Bo Schembechler.
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Rams receiving legend Isaac Bruce and Rich discuss the lasting legacy of the Rams’ ‘Greatest Show on Turf’ offense, why the Julio Jones trade now puts added pressure on Titans QB Ryan Tannehill and what makes DeAndre Hopkins the best wide receiver in the NFL, and how he’s preparing for his year-delayed Hall of Fame speech. Rich reacts to comments by Mets 1B Pete Alonso who actually wants pitchers to use sticky substances, and explains why his rationale actually holds water. Rich wraps up the hour with ‘Brother from Another’ co-host Michael Holley discussing the many reasons why cheating by pitchers is a bad thing, chiefly because it results in BORING games.
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Saints Pro Bowl Safety Malcolm Jenkins and Rich discuss the Saints QB competition between Jameis Winston and Taysom Hill following Drew Brees’ retirement, Aaron Rodgers’ Packers standoff and why we’re seeing more NFL players use leverage against teams, the NFLPA’s stance on getting players vaccinated against Covid-19, and how he thinks former Ohio State coach Urban Meyer will do in the NFL as the Jaguars head coach. ESPN’s Diana Russini calls in from Titans camp to discuss getting professional help for her obsession with Julio Jones (she took no less than 50 photos of him today). Rich reacts to the Packers announcement that Lambeau Field will be full of fans this season and Bucs’ head coach Bruce Arians’ message to his players about getting Covid-19 vaccinations. The hour wraps up with a heated debate on possible NBA trades with scenarios involving Damian Lillard teaming up with Giannis Antetokounmpo in Portland…or in Milwaukee??
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Rick opens the hour talking NBA Playoffs and reacting to the first camp comments from Packers QB Jordan Love as he prepares to be Green Bay’s starter should Aaron Rodgers follow through on his threat to never play for the team again. ESPN NFL Nation Packers Insider Rob Demovsky tells Rich that Love has been getting not just the majority of snaps in Packers’ minicamp but EVERY snap, how dug in Rodgers is on his boycott stance, and if his legacy with Cheese Head fans could change his mind and bring him back into the fold. Rich wraps up the hour comparing how Aaron Rodgers relationship with the fans if he left Green Bay compares with what happened at the end of Brett Favre’s Packers tenure.
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NFL Insider Ian Rapoport and Rich discuss the lingering Aaron Rodgers-Packers standoff and how each day Rodgers stays away from Green Bay’s minicamp benefits Jordan Love, how the Titans landed Julio Jones from the Atlanta Falcons, if there is a settlement on the horizon between Deshaun Watson and his accusers which could bring about a trade of the Texans QB, and more. Rich reacts to Tom Brady’s first time speaking to the media at Bucs minicamp and breaks down his championship mindset and tone he’s setting for a repeat run in Tampa. The guys react to Gerrit Cole’s less-than-impressive response when he was asked if he’d previously used a foreign substance on the mound. Rich wraps up the hour explaining how losing a Sports Emmy to Turner Sports’ Ernie Johnson became a great teachable moment for his kids.
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ESPN NBA analyst Jalen Rose and Rich discuss the possibility Juwan Howard could leave their alma mater Michigan to coach the Trail Blazers, why Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Bucks have MASSIVELY disappointed in their two games vs the Nets, what (if anything) the Lakers should do with their roster this off-season, the wide-reaching charity work his Leadership Academy is doing in Detroit, if he plans to finally mend fences with fellow Fab 5 member Chris Webber, and his take, as a baggy shorts pioneer, on the trend toward shorter shorts in basketball. Former Packers executive and current MMQB Columnist Andrew Brandt tells Rich how the current Aaron Rodgers-Jordan Love situation compares to when Green Bay drafted Rodgers while Brett Favre was still firmly entrenched as the starter, why the Packers are not trading Rodgers despite having no apparent solution in sight to the stalemate between him and the team’s front office. Rich and the guys wrap up the hour reacting to reports out of Packers camp on Jordan Love’s 2nd day running Green Bay’s first-team offense.
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Rich tips off the hour recapping the night in the NBA Playoffs that saw Joel Embiid drop 40 on the Hawks to even up their series, and the Clippers suffering yet another head-scratching loss, this time to the Jazz in the opener of their 2nd-Round series. With Packers QB Jordan Love set to speak to the media today, Rich breaks out a preemptive “What Was He Really Thinking” assessment of what must be going through the mind of the 2nd-year Packers quarterback amid the Aaron Rodgers drama. Yahoo! Sports’ Pete Thamel tells Rich why the College Football Playoff might expand from 4 teams to a whopping 12, who would get automatic berths vs at-large berth in the expanded CFP, and when we could see the implementation of an expanded playoff. Rich and the guys wrap up the hour marveling at Tom Brady’s continued greatness at an age when most thought he’d be long-retired.
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Tennessee Titans WR AJ Brown and Rich discuss the Julio Jones trade and if Brown’s continuous social media stumping for the All-Pro wideout helped make the deal happen, if Derek Henry or DK Metcalf is more or a beast in the weight room, why Jones turned down his offer accept Brown’s #11 jersey, and his reaction to Rich’s new “Tenn-tastic 4” nickname for the group of him, Jones, Henry and Ryan Tannehill. Actor/host/comedian Joel McHale tells Rich the UNREAL amount of calories he consumed while filming his new FOX show ‘Crime Scene Kitchen,’ if he, as a die-hard Seahawks fan, fears that Russell Wilson could follow the Aaron Rodgers route and try to force a trade from Seattle and if the and Rich should take Rodgers’ chill approach to negotiating their future contracts, and the return of his ABC show ‘Card Sharks’ and what game show hosts REALLY should be telling contestants who win big. Rich wraps up the hour recapping the latest from Packers camp with news on Jordan Love’s unimpressive day, and Matt LaFleur’s latest comments on Aaron Rodgers’ absence.
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Rich begins the hour reacting to Falcons Head Coach Arthur Smith’s priceless reaction when asked about the Julio Jones trade, and debates on whether some other receiver-needy teams should have made a bid for the former All-Pro WR. New Lions QB Jared Goff tells Rich what it’s been like for a lifelong Californian to adjust to his new surroundings in Detroit, why he was blindsided that the Rams had decided to move on from him, and what new Lions OC Anthony Lynn brings to the table and if he’s looking ahead to facing his old team in Week 7. Rich wraps up the hour paying tribute to former New York Giants head coach Jim Fassel who passed away this week at the age of 71.
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Rich kicks off the hour reacting to the less-than-shocking news that Aaron Rodgers did not show up for the Packers’ mandatory workouts this week and says if the disgruntled QB has a right to act on his grievances with the team’s front office. The MMQB’s Albert Breer and Rich if he’s surprised Aaron Rodgers actually went through with his Packers boycott, if there is any solution on the horizon for the Rodgers-Packers rift, and why the Falcons couldn’t get a 1st-round pick for Julio Jones. Rich wraps up the hour taking calls from listeners in Wisconsin reacting to/fed up with the Rodgers-Packers beef.
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Rich begins the hour recapping the controversial umpiring call late in the Red Sox-Yankees game that he witnessed in front of his son which presented an opportunity to be a great parental role model, but an opportunity the fumbled like a football going out of the end zone. Rich reacts to high school pitching phenom Frank Mozzicato having his incredible 4-game no hitter streak broken the day after he came on the show which led many to ask: did Rich Eisen jinx the kid??? 2-time NBA All-Star Baron Davis on Rich discuss his latest entertainment venture where he directed, co-wrote and starred in the new movie with Snoop Dogg, ‘Domino: Battle of the Bones,’ why Luka Doncic has ZERO comps to anyone in the NBA in recent memory, and his advice for Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard who could use another superstar running mate in Portland. Rich wraps up the hour lamenting that the Julio Jones trade means the end of his “Matt-Tastci 4” Falcons nickname…BUUUUT still holds out hope and amended version will be adopted by the Tennessee Titans.
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Pro Football Talk’s Mike Florio tells Rich why the Falcons didn’t get a 1st round draft pick in the Julio Jones-to-the-Titans trade, why other teams didn’t step up with similar offers and what those GM’s should say to their respective fan base, why it almost seems like the Packers would prefer if Aaron Rodgers doesn’t show up this week for the team’s mandatory minicamp, and if he thinks the disgruntled Packers QB will or will not be a no-show at some point. ESPN Senior Baseball Writer/Reporter Buster Olney and Rich discuss the Yankees’ historic offensive woes and a possible shot in the arm in the form of a big trade for a big bat, why Major League Baseball will soon launch an aggressive “war on substances” against pitchers doctoring balls, and how umpires will go about policing MLB’s initiative to enforce existing rules on cheating. Rich wraps up the hour trying to wrap his head around the logistics of umpires being asked to police pitchers possibly cheating on the mound with foreign substances, and if players of a certain caliber will be treated differently from the average MLB pitcher.
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Rich tips off the hour recapping the big weekend in the NBA playoffs that saw the Hawks upset Joel Embiid and the Sixers in their Game 1 matchup, the Clippers surviving a Game 7 onslaught from the Mavs’ Luka Doncic, and the Nets taking care of the Bucks in their opening game despite an early injury to James Harden. Rich debates TJ Jefferson on whether or not Nets fans have earned the right to honk up their new-found success and explains by a Nets-Clippers NBA Finals would be great…at least for fans in Brooklyn and small pockets of Los Angeles. Rich reacts to Julio Jones’s trade to the Titans and says why the addition of the All-Pro WR opens up a lot for Tennessee’s offense. Rich wraps up the hour recapping Team USA’s thrilling CONCACAF Nations League win over Mexico and what it means for the US Men’s National Team’s profile on the soccer world stage going forward.
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ESPN Analyst and former Duke basketball player Jay Bilas and Rich discuss Mike Krzyzewski’s impending retirement and the reasons behind the decision, why Coach K was able have a nearly 5-decade run of success, and his rection to Jon Scheyer being named the successor at Duke. Actor Dominic Monaghan and Rich discuss his love of Manchester United and hatred of the failed European Super League and how experiencing pro sports in America is a far superior experience than in England in some ways, why even he is a big fan if his show ‘Lost,’ and how he and his fellow actors in the ‘Lord of the Rings’ trilogy truly formed a real-life fellowship of tight friendships, and his new film ‘Edge of the World.’ Rich wraps up the hour interviewing Connecticut high school pitching phenom Frank Mozzicato who has a current MIND-BLOWING streak of 4 consecutive no-hitters.
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NBC Sports analyst Eddie Olczyk and Rich break down the remaining brackets in the Stanley Cup Playoffs and which team is his pick to win it all, the 8-horse field at the Belmont Stakes and which way he’ll be betting on Saturday, and his reaction to Bob Baffert’s two-year suspension by Churchill Downs following Kentucky Derby winner Medina Spirit’s positive drug test. Actor Patrick Wilson tells Rich why he really enjoys making scary horror movies like his new film The Conjurer: The Devil Made Me Do It, why working with Ted Danson on Fargo was a complete joy, and the shocking reveal that late Yankees owner George Steinbrenner played a key role in getting his acting career off the ground. Rich and Chris Brockman react to the news that Cam Newton suffered a hand injury during Patriots training camp and if it could be a little thing or have long-term implications on the Pats’ QB depth chart. Rich and the guys wrap up the hour debating this hot topic: Mustard on Watermelon…disgusting or TRULY disgusting?
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Rich tips off the show recapping the Lakers laying an giant egg in their elimination game against the Phoenix Suns, and why L.A. should get used to Kobe-inspired players like Devin Booker coming for them night-after-night. With another too-early playoff exit for the Trail Blazers, Rich offers up some advice for a seemingly-frustrated Damian Lillard and debates with Brockman if a trade from Portland would be in his best interests. Rich and the guys react to the hullabaloo surrounding LeBron James’ postgame comments when asked about his off-season plans. The hour wraps up with Rich demonstrating how the Buccaneers are schooling the Packers on how to build trust and develop a good working relationship with a star quarterback.
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Buccaneers LB Shaq Barrett and Rich discuss Tampa’s chances to repeat as Super Bowl champions, the point last season when it all clicked in for the team, and what it’s like to have 7-time Super Bowl champion Tom Brady as the Bucs’ QB.(timestamp). New Jacksonville Jaguars Head Coach Urban Meyer tells Rich why he chose to try his hand and coaching in the NFL after a storied career in the college game, if he had any reservations about taking Trevor Lawrence #1 overall after his controversial “commitment” comments to Sports Illustrated, why he decided to give Tim Tebow a shot to return to the NFL as a tight end, and if we might see the Jaguars on this season of HBO’s ‘Hard Knocks.’ (timestamp). Rich and the guys wrap up the hour debating if they’d rather see Urban Meyer and his Jacksonville Jaguars on ‘Hard Knocks’ or TJ Jefferson’s Dallas Cowboys. (timestamp).
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ESPN’s NBA Insider Brian Windhorst and Rich discuss what happens to the Lakers roster if they bow out of the playoffs in the first round at the hand of the Suns, if Kawhi Leonard will leave the Clippers if they have another premature playoff exit, why the Celtics made their surprising front office shakeup, and if we can expect to see Sixers big man Joel Embiid back on the court anytime soon. Award-winning actor Jeffrey Wright tells Rich that as a long-suffering Nets fan he’s taking EXTREME delight in all the hate coming Brooklyn’s way for amassing an arsenal of talent that includes Kevin Durant, Kyrie Irving, and James Harden, if he fears the Nets next foe, the Bucks, in the East semifinals, and that he has no plans to back off his trolling of Knicks fans. Rich and the guys wrap up the hour debating which team would be the best choice for the next season of HBO’s ‘Hard Knocks’ with Brockman casting his vote for the Jaguars.
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Rich tips off the hour recapping the Clippers’ Game 5 loss to the Mavs and breaks down why Kawhi, Paul George and company continue to underachieve in the playoffs. Amid Luka Doncic’s and Trae Young’s phenomenal playoffs this year, Rich and the guys debate if the Hawks and Mavericks would still pull off that draft night trade today knowing what they now know and have in each player. Rich goes down another Dolan Wormhole railing on the Knicks for their lack of acknowledgment of Marv Albert calling his last game for the team after decades of iconic moments in Madison Square Garden. Rich wraps up the hour remarking on the anniversary of the classic film ‘The Untouchables’ and its lasting impact on the cultural landscape.
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Rich kicks off the hour debating whether the Packers should move on from Aaron Rodgers to Jordan Love the way Green Bay did when moving on from Brett Favre to Rodgers. Jomboy and Rich discuss the increase of pitchers cheating in baseball and the newly-develop concoctions they use, how you can spot a pitcher who’s potentially using a foreign substance on the ball, why we’ve seen a rash of no-hitters in baseball this season, and why more players don’t speak out against cheating. Rich and the guys lament the way baseball has changed of late with so little action for much of most games. Rich wraps up the hour reacting to Falcons Head Coach Arthur Smith’s latest comments on the Julio Jones situation.
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Buccaneers Head Coach Bruce Arians and Rich discuss his team’s voluntary workouts and his approach to having veterans attend, how he’s ready to let Tom Brady loose to coach up Tampa’s young players at the team’s next minicamp, his hilarious reaction to Brady’s hilarious twitter trolling of Aaron Rodgers when ‘The Match’ was announced last week, his mindset heading into the new season and if he’s expecting to lose coordinators Todd Bowles and Byron Leftwich to head coaching jobs in 2022, and if he did, in fact, perform a Lombardi Trophy toss before Brady did during the Bucs’ Super Bowl boat parade. Rich reacts to the breaking news that Duke’s Mike Krzyzewski is retiring after next season, (timestamp), debates caller Turzo in Iowa who says Damian Lillard will have to leave Portland if he wants to win an NBA title. Rich and the guys wrap up the hour celebrating the anniversary of the U.S. release of the Beatles’ ‘Sergeant Peppers’ Lonely Hearts Club Band’ …by trolling TJ’s ‘Price Is Right’ appearance.
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Rich tips off the hour reacting to Damian Lillard’s incredible night where he hit on a playoff-record 12 three-points in the Trail Blazers’ double-overtime loss to the Denver Nuggets. Celtics fan Chris Brockman is NOT happy with Boston’s big shakeup today that saw the retirement of team President Danny Ainge with Brad Stevens leaving his head coaching duties to move into Ainge’s old job in the front office. ESPN’s The Jump host Rachel Nichols and Rich discuss Boston’s surprising front office upheaval and if anyone saw Danny Ainge’s retirement coming, how injuries to Anthony Davis, Chris Paul and Joel Embiid will impact the Lakers’, Suns’, and 76ers’ playoff hopes, if Dame Lillard is the most well-liked player in the NBA today, and going head-to-head for a Sports Emmy Award this year. Rich and Brockman wrap up the hour discussing how different the Celtics roster could look under Brad Stevens now that he’s in charge of Boston’s personnel decisions.
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Metta World Peace and Rich discuss the recent rash of fan behavior and if we could see another Malice at the Palace incident between players and fans if it keeps up, his advice for NBA players who find themselves accosted by an angry fan, why he’s not worried about the Lakers chances to beat the Suns despite the latest Anthony Davis injury, and why he’s jumping into the boxing ring at the age of 41. Rich reacts to Naomi Osaka’s withdrawal from the French Open following her $15,000 fine for boycotting the press citing mental health issues and if fans and media are right to criticize her decision, and if professional athletes are obligated to answer questions as part of being a public figure. Rich and the guys wrap up the hour previewing the night to come in the NBA with Rich recanting his Tyler Herro-Giannis take as his worst ever.
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49ers CEO Jed York and Rich discuss the Niners’ process for deciding to make that huge trade to move up to the 3rd spot in the 2021 NFL Draft to select Trey Lance, how long Jimmy Garoppolo will remain the team’s starting QB, what TE George Kittle did that no other NFL player has ever done, and if the 49ers can expect to have a full stadium of fans when the season kicks off in the fall. NFL Insider Ian Rapoport and Rich discuss the latest on the Julio Jones trade front and what’s the most likely timeline for a deal to get done, which teams are showing the most interest in the Falcons wide receiver, and the latest on the Aaron Rodgers-Packers standoff and if a new long-term contract of a trade of the reigning NFL MVP is more likely. Rich wraps up the hour with a game-by-game breakdown of the Chiefs’ 2021 schedule with a prediction on their final record, and a revision of his Jets’ 7-10 record prediction.
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Rich tips off the hour reacting to the latest incidents of bad NBA fan behavior and if we’re tipping dangerously toward another ‘Malice at the Palace’ incident. Two-time NBA champion Chris Bosh and Rich discuss his new book ‘Letters to a Young Athlete,’ the MUST HEAR story about how Pat Riley sealed the deal that brought him to the Miami Heat, LeBron’s tall task vs the Suns and how much longer King James will play, if Kyrie Irving’s Celtics’ logo stomp was gamesmanship or disrespect, his advice for the Nets super team of Kevin Durant, Kyrie and James Harden, and his Basketball Hall of Fame induction and how his HOF speech could go down. Rich wraps up the hour celebrating the birthday of Oscar-winning actor Morgan Freeman and recounting the time he met his ‘Unforgiven’ co-star Gene Hackman.
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Rich starts the hour with a tongue-in-cheek check in on Medina Spirit and whatever happened to the horse’s 2nd sample that was sent for re-testing after the Kentucky Derby. Rich reacts to Zach Wilson’s first press conference with the Jets and his challenges of dealing with east coast drivers, which leads into a game-by-game breakdown of the Jets 2021 schedule. Actor/comedian/host Howie Mandel and Rich discuss the words “moist” and “ointment” which somehow leads to the topic of Simon Cowell, how he got his acting start back in the 80’s on the iconic ‘St. Elsewhere’ drama, how his early career was influenced by Robin Williams, Richard Pryor, and David Letterman, getting to work alongside the likes of Denzel Washington, Kathy Bates and other young actors early in their careers, the new season of ‘America’s Got Talent’ and why he launched his new podcast. Rich wraps up the hour with a new segment, ‘Confidence Level Friday’ focusing on how confident TJ Jefferson is that his Clippers will still be alive in the NBA Playoffs when the show returns after Memorial Day.
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Rich kicks off the hour weighing the merits of the Raiders taking run at landing Falcons WR Juilo Jones and pairing him with TE Darren Waller. If you’re looking for some early fantasy football advice, Rich names the up-and-coming running back who’s poised to have a monster breakout year in 2021. Hint: his name rhymes with Ram Takers. Rich reacts to the Giants tweet today that featured a picture of Daniel Jones next to an hourglass icon which could be interpreted to mean the 3rd-year QB is on the clock to prove himself once and for all. 12-year NBA veteran Rex Chapman and Rich discuss if the Suns can rise from the ashes of their -1-2 series hole against the Lakers, what it was like facing Michael Jordan’s Bulls in the playoffs, why he gets emotional just thinking about his new podcast ‘Charges,’ and why tennis star Naomi Osaki has every right to boycott the French Open media to protect her mental health. Rich and Chris Brockman debate the Osaka issue and whether professional athletes are obligated to speak with the media as part of their deal as public figures.
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Rich tips off the hour recapping the Lakers Game 3 win over the Suns and explains why it appears Phoenix is toast with Chris Paul hurting and LeBron & Anthony Davis finding their playoff groove. Packers TE Robert Tonyan and Rich discuss his emergence as one of the NFL’s top tight ends after starting his college career as a QB at Indiana State, how Aaron Rodgers hard-driving ways helped him become a Packers’ starter, his reaction to Rodgers’ standoff with the team’s front office and absence from the team’s minicamp, and what his goals are for 2021 after his breakout season in 2020. Rich wraps up the hour commenting on how Aaron Rodgers’ beef with the Packers brass could impact his working relationship with head coach Matt LaFleur when (if??) he returns to the team.
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Rich and the guys recap the absolute, 100%, Bad News Bears-esque boneheaded play by the Pittsburgh Pirates in their game against the Cubs today. Emmy-winner Ty Burrell and Rich discuss the comic genius of his ‘Modern Family’ co-star Ed O’Neill, how he grew up in Oregon a lifeline Rams fan, his secret man-crush on Chargers QB Justin Herber, and his new animated FOX sitcom ‘Duncanville.” Rich wraps up the hour with ‘Brother from Another’ co-host Michael Smith discussing the return of fans to NBA arenas and the return of bad fan behavior, and his pick to face off in the NBA’s Eastern Conference Finals.
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Rich begins the hour reacting to the latest incident of cheating in baseball that saw Cardinals Manager Mike Schildt rail against pitchers who are using foreign substances on baseballs having negative ramifications on pitchers where are playing fair and square. The Athletic’s Patriots Reporter Jeff Howe and Rich discuss how the Pats’ QB depth chart could play out this season, the chances rookie first-rounder Mac Jones can unseat Cam Newton as the team’s starting QB, if a Julio Jones-to-the-Patriots trade could happen, and if Tom Brady’s Super Bowl win for Tampa had any impact on Bill Belichick’s approach to New England’s 2021 season. Patriots fan Chris Brockman wraps up the hour with his game-by-game New England schedule breakdown and predicts what the Pats’ final record will be.
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Rich tips off the hour commenting on the Russell Westbrook incident with a fan in Philadelphia and offers a refresher course for how to behave at games now that stadiums and arenas are moving back to full capacity. (timestamp). Rich and the guys break down the thrilling Game 2 between the Knicks and Hawks and remark on the energy of the spirited crowd at Madison Square Garden could be felt through their TV screens. (timestamp). ESPN NFL Reporter Dianna Russini and Rich discuss the latest developments in the Julio Jones trade scenario and how much the Falcons want in return for the talented-but-aging wide receiver, if the Packers could be a viable trade partner for Jones, and why the Knicks have New Yorkers excited for basketball again after a LOOOONG time of NBA misery. (timestamp). Rich wraps up the hour making a bold prediction about Julio Jones.(timestamp).
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NFL Films’ Greg Cosell tells Rich what the limited game tape reveals about Packers QB Jordan Love, how the 2nd-year quarterback stacks up against the 2021 NFL Draft QB class, when the Green Bay backup could be ready to assume the starting role, and why Trey Lance is the rookie QB poised to have the most successful 2021 season. Academy Award-winning actor Michael Douglas reveals to Rich that he stole Pat Riley’s hairdo for his Oscar-winning role as Gordon Gekko in ‘Wall Street,’ how Joe Namath caused him to switch his long-time Giants allegiance to the Jets, why comedy is much harder than drama, and reuniting with his old on-screen paramour Kathleen Turner in Netflix’s ‘The Kominsky Method.’ Rich wraps up the hour recapping the eventful day of expert twitter trolling by Tom Brady and Phil Mickelson after they were announced as a team in the next version of ‘The Match’ against Aaron Rodgers and Bryson DeChambeau.
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Rich tips off the hour breaking down the RIDICULOUS foul call in the Lakers-Suns Game 2 where Jae Crowder took a direct kick in the nether region from Anthony Davis but got called for a foul in the process. Rich and the guys revel in Tom Brady’s expert trolling of his next opponent in ‘The Match’ with a serious of hilarious memes aimed at Aaron Rodgers. IndyCar driver Graham Rahal and Rich preview the 2021 Indianapolis 500, discuss how fatherhood changes everything, and engage in their annual Ohio State-Michigan rivalry trash talk. Rich and the guys wrap up the hour with the most thorough discussion on Tupperware etiquette you never knew you needed.
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Rich tees off the hour reacting to the announcement of the latest ‘The Match’ that will feature Phil Mickelson, Bryson DeChambeau, Tom Brady and Aaron Rodgers. San Francisco 49ers TE George Kittle tells Rich the inspiration behind the formation of ‘Tight End University’ and if Tim Tebow has been invited, his reaction to the Niners drafting Trey Lance and the impending QB competition between the rookie and Jimmy Garoppolo, and what Nick Bosa’s return will mean to the team after suffering a season-ending knee injury in 2020. Rich wraps up the hour with a game-by-game breakdown of the 49ers 2021 schedule with a prediction of what their final record will be.
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Rich begins the hour reacting to Falcons’ Head Coach Arthur Smith’s comment on Julio Jones trade request and presents the case for the Packers to make a deal to pair Jones with Aaron Rodgers in Green Bay. Matt Iseman and Rich discuss the new season of ‘American Ninja Warrior’ with teens competing on the show this year, if his beloved Broncos can possibly land Aaron Rodgers in a trade, and how 50-year-old Phil Mickelson would fare on ANW, which lead to Rich proposing a new show that most TV watchers can relate to: “American Couch Warrior.’
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NFL Analyst and Pro Football Hall of Famer Michael Irvin tells Rich that Aaron Rodgers beef with the Packers can be solved soon if the price is right, why Julio is using the Cowboys to “stir the pot” on a possible trade from the Falcons, why Jones wants out of Atlanta in the first place, and why it would be “unlawful” if Julio Jones were to join DeAndre Hopkins and AJ Green on the Cardinals. ESPN NFL Nation Packers Reporter Rob Demovsky and Rich discuss what Aaron Rodgers said and didn’t say last night on his ESPN appearance, how/if the rift between Rodgers and the Packers front office can be closed, and how the Rodgers standoff is impacting Green Bay head coach Matt LaFleur and heir apparent QB Jordan Love. Rich wraps up the hour laying out his plan to solve the Rodgers-Packers standoff: pay him and trade Jordan Love.
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Rich kicks off the hour recapping Aaron Rodgers’ appearance on Kenny Mayne’s final SportsCenter and interprets the disgruntled Packer’s comments and what is the root cause of his beef with the team’s front office. ESPN NBA analyst Kendrick Perkins tells Rich why he’s not surprised by the success of the young-but-talented Memphis Grizzlies, why the Clippers have disappointed and why Paul George “is shying away from the moment,” why Lakers fans shouldn’t panic after losing Game 1 of their series to the Suns, how he sees the Eastern Conference playoffs shaking out, and why Hawks point guard Trae Young will be this year’s Jamal Murray-type playoffs breakout star.
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Minnesota Vikings GM Rick Spielman and Rich discuss how he addressed the Vikes’ most pressing needs this offseason, why they drafted Texas A&M QB Kellen Mond and if the rookie could threaten Kirk Cousins’ starter status, if the NFL could move to a College Football approach to moving on to a new quarterback every 4 years, if Aaron Rodgers will be staring Week 1 for the Packers this season, and having young stars like Dalvin Cook and Justin Jefferson in the Vikings’ arsenal. New York Giants Safety and three-time Super Bowl champion Nate Ebner tells Rich why he’s attempting to make the US Olympic team for the 2nd time for Team USA Rugby, how the physicality of rugby compares to the NFL, his new book ‘Finish Strong: a Father’s Code and a Son’s Path’ inspired by the impact his late father continues to have on his life. Rich and the guys wrap up the hour discussing why Brockman was emphatically wrong when he doubted Phil Mickelson could pull off his improbable PGA Championship win at the age of 50.
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New Los Angeles Rams QB Matthew Stafford and Rich discuss his learning curve on Sean McVay’s offense, why he chose to ask the Lions for a trade, meshing with his new Rams teammates and finally having a reliable run game, what’s the most “L.A.” thing he’s done since moving to Southern California, and that time in high school when he center, none other than Clayton Kershaw, got ejected from a game after reacting to a late hit on his quarterback. Rich and the guys break down which teams would make most sense football-wise and salary cap-wise in a trade for Falcons WR Julio Jones. NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport tells Rich that Julio Jones actually requested a trade from the Falcons prior to the NFL Draft, why all quiet on the Aaron Rodgers front could mean good things for the disgruntled Packers QB, and why it took him TEN YEARS to finally jump on the ‘Breaking Bad’ bandwagon. Rich wraps up the hour giving thanks that sports is returning to normal with more fans at live events thanks to widespread vaccinations.
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Rich begins the hour recapping Phil Mickelson’s inspiring win at the PGA Championship calling Phil becoming the oldest player to win a golf major “the story of the century.” The guys dust off the ‘Overreaction Monday’ segment for the opening weekend of the NBA Playoffs with reactions to the Lakers, Clippers, Knicks, Blazers and more. Rich wraps up the hour reacting to the latest news on Julio Jones’ tenuous spot on the Atlanta Falcons roster.
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Rich kicks off the hour weighing in on Deandre Hopkin’s priceless reaction to someone asking him if he would re-structure his Cardinals contract to make room for Julio Jones. The guys address Jalen Hurts’ comments on having to deal with yet another quarterback competition for the umpteenth time in his football career. ( Die-hard Cowboys fan TJ Jefferson does a game-by-game breakdown of the team’s schedule and predicts what their final regular-season record will be. Paul Rabil and Rich discuss his co-founding of the Premier Lacrosse League and the new season that will be streaming on Peackock, getting Bill Belichick to come on his podcast and almost trying out for the Patriots when he was coming out of college, and why former NFL WR Chris Hogan is trying to become the Lacrosse version of Tim Tebow. Following TJ’s Cowboys prediction, Rich takes his own stab at a game-by-game Dallas schedule breakdown. Rich wraps up the hour playing Don Mattingly’s reaction to the rash of no-hitters in baseball this season and says how he would fix MLB’s watchability problem.
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Rich begins the hour railing against an issue bubbling under the surface of Major League Baseball: cheating and how it’s threatening not only the integrity of the game but the enjoyment of watching the sport he loves. ‘Knuckleheads Podcast’ co-host and 7-year NBA veteran Darius Miles tells Rich how he sees the NBA Playoffs playing out along with his pick for this season’s MVP, and what happened after that time he blocked Michael Jordan in a pickup game…as a high school sophomore!!! Rich and the guys marvel at 50-year-old Phil Mickelson’s leader-in-the-clubhouse status at the PGA Championship and what winning another major at his age would mean for his legacy. The hour wraps up with Rich comparing how the Rich Eisen Show’s NBA Awards matched up with the actually NBA Awards finalists.
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Rich kicks off the hour reacting to Tim Tebow’s arrival in Jacksonville and explains why his value to Urban Meyer extends beyond the playing field despite what critics are carping about. Seattle Seahawks Head Coach Pete Carroll and Rich discuss if a more distanced-based approach to coaching in the off-season is here to stay, why his relationship with Russell Wilson is all good despite the QB’s public criticism of the team earlier this year, what a re-vamped Seahawks’ offense could look like in the fall, how much longer he plans to coach, the incredible potential of WR DK Metcalf, a possible Legion of Boom reunion with Richard Sherman, and if wearing a mask on the sidelines has curtailed his usual non-stop gum chewing during games. Rich and the guys wrap up the hour reacting to Pete Carroll’s couching of the Russell Wilson incident and if the QB’s beef with the team has really been put to bed.
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Rich begins the hour debating if the ‘LeBron James gets all the calls” claim actually holds water, (timestamp) and discusses the Falcons dire need to sched cap space which likely means Julio Jones will be playing for another team next season. Actor Dean Norris tells Rich Eisen how he lucked into the Hank Schrader role on ‘Breaking Bad,’ why he was on pins and needle for two years waiting to see how his BB character’s arc would end, his new CBS sitcom ‘United States of Al,’ and some GREAT stories about making ‘Total Recall’ with Arnold Schwarzenegger. Rich wraps up the hour with ‘Brother from Another’ co-host Michael Holley explaining why he’s a big fan of the NBA’s Play-In Tournament, and if the Clippers tanked down the stretch to avoid having to face the Lakers early in the playoffs.
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Voice of the Brooklyn Nets Ian Eagle and Rich have a tongue-in-cheek discussion on why the NBA Play-In games don’t count as real playoff games on the “permanent record,’ why it’s title or bust for the Nets big three, why Steve Nash is the perfect coach for the teams many strong personalities, why it’s harder than ever to predict how the NBA Playoffs will unfold this season, and why LeBron seems to get all the calls from the refs…or does he?? Rich and the guys debate the effectiveness of LeBron’s perceived disrespect as a motivational tool. A caller from Iowa gets in one more jab at TJ for his failed overbid on the ‘Price Right.’ Rich wraps up the hour discussing whether Tim Tebow has a legitimate shot to make the Jaguars as a tight end.
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Rich tips off the hour recapping the Lakers and Warriors epic game in what is definitely the best ever NBA Play-In Tournament of all time. The Athletic’s Lakers beat writer Bill Oram tells Rich why L.A.’s win over Golden State could be the jump start they need for another NBA title run, how the Lakers’ high-profile role players are meshing with LeBron James and Anthon Davis, just how messed up was LeBron’s sight for that game-winning three after taking a Draymond Green poke in the eye, and why the Phoenix Suns will have a tough time matching up with the Lakers in their 7-game series. Rich wraps up the hour reacting to the Jaguars officially signing Tim Tebow and then immediately making sure everyone knew they could buy his Jags jersey on the team’s website.
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Rolling Stone’s Chief TV Critic Alan Sepinwall and Rich discuss the passing of actor Charles Grodin and why his Robert De Niro comedy classic ‘Midnight Run’ is “the Casablanca of buddy movies,” how the studio almost cast Cher or Robin Williams in the Grodin role, why he ranks ‘The Simpsons’ as his all-time best TV sitcom, and how James Dolan was shockingly able to convince James Gandolfini and Edie Falco into shooting a Sopranos scene (after the show had ended its run) solely for the purpose of recruiting LeBron James to the Knicks.
Founder & CEO Ben Sherwood and Rich discuss his new youth sports app MOJO and how it can help couch the lofty expectations of parents who think their kid will be the next Mike Trout or LeBron James. Rich and the guys wrap up the hour previewing the Lakers-Warriors play-in game and debate how many points Steph Curry will put up for Golden State.
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Rich begins the hour commenting on Mets OF Kevin Pillar taking a fastball in the face this week and his subsequent reaction to the incident, and why “Unfrozen Caveman Manager” Tony La Russa needs to let go of baseball’s antiquated ‘Unwritten Rules’ and step into the 21st century. (timestamp). Cleveland Cavaliers F Kevin Love and Rich discuss LeBron James’ longevity and his diminishing ability to come back from and play through injuries at age 36, his choice for NBA MVP this season, and the importance of Mental Health Awareness Month and his own struggles with the issue over the course of his career. (timestamp). Rich wraps up the hour reacting to the latest news on Antonio Brown and the Buccaneers which leads to a game-by-game breakdown of the Bucs’ 2021 season.(timestamp).
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Rich tips off the hour recapping night one of the NBA’s Play-In Tournament that included a 50-point night from the Celtics’ Jayson Tatum and another disappointing postseason showing from Russell Westbrook. Rich recaps the eventful night in Major League Baseball that saw the Angels’ Shohei Ohtani demonstrate his amazing two-way skill set, but also the Mariners getting no-hit for the second time in two weeks (congrats to the Tigers’ Spencer Turnbull) that illustrates a growing problem with the Grand Old Game. Former NBA head coach and current ESPN NBA Analyst Jeff Van Gundy and Rich recap the first night of the NBA’s play-in tournament and why coaches, fans and teammates have to learn to live with Russell Westbrook’s high-risk high-reward style of play, is the Warriors’ Steph Curry should win this season’s MVP Award, which teams the Suns and Clippers would prefer to face in their first round matchups, and his favorite Kobe Bryant story that illustrates the late Lakers star’s unstoppable drive and competitiveness. The guys wrap up the hour revealing the winners of the Inaugural Rich Eisen Show NBA Awards as voted on by Rich, TJ, Brockman, and Adam the Call Screener. Mike Del Tufo DID NOT get to vote.
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Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan tells Rich why he’s excited to learn the system of new head coach Arthur Smith, how he reacted on draft night when the Falcons selected Florida TE Kyle Pitts, what Pitts brings to the field for the Atlanta and what he can learn from former Falcon TE and Hall of Famer Tony Gonzalez, and his reaction to Rich’s brand new nickname for him, Pitts, Julio Jones, and Calvin Ridley that rivals his failed “The Matural” bid. Comedian and die-hard Falcons Sarah Tiana (Chris Brockman’s better half) calls in to weigh in on Rich’s “Pitts-Tastic Four” idea and suggest “The Matt-Tastic Four” might be a MUCH better option. Rich debates a caller on whether Aaron Rodgers is deserving of the same deference the Buccaneers have shown Tom Brady in terms of having some influence over his team’s roster and personnel moves. Rich wraps up the hour paying homage to the great comic actor Charles Grodin who passed away today at the age of 86.
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Rich kicks off the hour reacting to former Packers GM Ron Wolf calling Aaron Rodgers a “diva” and spells out the timeline for a possible trade of the disgruntled QB. Two-time Super Bowl champion defensive lineman Chris Long and Rich discuss the NFC East landscap and what the Eagles could be planning with their 3 first-round picks next season, the Aaron Rodgers-Packers standoff and why the best chance the embattled QB has to win another Super Bowl is with Green Bay, why Zion Williamson is the profession athlete most in need of a change of scenery.
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Rich kicks off the hour debate Brockman and TJ on which player most needs to be freed from toiling in obscurity/turmoil on their current team: Zion Williamson, Aaron Rodgers, or Shohei Ohtani? Dan Patrick and Rich discuss if QB like Aaron Rodgers and Russell Wilson who are leveraging their teams are “divas” or not, why the Packers should have traded Aaron Rodgers already, and why Danette Seton O’Connor wants to fight Mike Del Tufo. TJ wraps up the hour recalling the first time he met Rich Eisen which leads to a HEATED discussion with Chris Brockman.
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Rich and the guys react to the 60 Minutes story on UFO’s which leads to a very important debate: which athlete is most likely to be an alien? MJ…Jeter…Rickey Henderson?? Actor Brian Baumgartner (Kevin of ‘The Office’ fame) and Rich discuss his new ‘Office’ podcast and why the show’s popularity continues to grow 8 years after they shot the final episode, his ‘Office’ fantasy football league and the unique way they hold their draft, and why he has a box full of autographed photos from fans of ‘The Office, and his reaction to the way his good friend Aaron Rodgers has been treated by the Packers over the past year. Rich wraps up the hour breaking down Call Screener Adam’s STUNNING 2nd place finish in the Rich Eisen Show Fantasy Hoops League after being in first place the ENTIRE season from the NBA’s first game…until the last day.
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Rich starts the hour talking NBA playoffs and asks TJ Jefferson which of his two NBA teams (Clippers or Sixers) has the best chance to win the NBA title. New York Times NBA Columnist Marc Stein and Rich discuss the emotional night at the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame induction ceremony where Kobe Bryant’s widow, Vanessa, made her “very moving” speech, why the controversial NBA Play-In Tournament is not going away anytime soon, why we shouldn’t sleep on the Milwaukee Bucks, why he’s optimistic for the Lakers’ playoff outlook despite linger injuries to LeBron James and Anthony Davis, and if the Clippers can finally end their playoff jinx, why he’s torn between two players for his pick for NBA MVP, and just how dangerous the Golden State Warriors are heading in to the playoffs. Rich and the guys wrap up the hour discussing why Tom Brady is looking for a new place to live in Tampa now that Derek Jeter has sold the waterfront mansion the 7-time Super Bowl Champion has been renting from him. And make sure you check out Rich's other podcast: Just Getting Started with Rich Eisen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich tips off the hour explaining why his no-brainer choice for this season’s NBA MVP is Golden State Warriors guard Steph Curry. Rich breaks down the NBA’s Play-In Tournament and says why the NBA is taking a big risk by chancing the Lakers and LeBron or Steph Curry and the Warriors getting bounced out of the playoffs early. ESPN NFL Analyst Dan Orlovsky tells Rich why the Falcons were smart to choose Florida TE Kyle Pitts in the NFL Draft instead of a QB to be Matt Ryan’s successor, why the Chicago Bears are not the best fit for rookie QB Justin Fields, his early prediction on how the 2021 NFC East will play out and why the New York Giants are on the rise, and why the Broncos will be aggressive in their pursuit of Aaron Rodgers and what the price to land the 3-time NFL MVP could be. Rich and the guys wrap up the hour debating how much is too much for a team to give up in a trade for the disgruntled Packers quarterback.
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Rich starts the hour with a tongue-in-cheek preview of the 2021 Preakness Stakes and the controversy surrounding Kentucky Derby winner Medina Spirit and trainer Bob Baffert. Rich debates Chris Brockman about whether the Tom Hanks movie ‘Cast Away’ is age-appropriate for his kids to watch. Rich reacts to Packers Head Coach Matt LaFleur’s comments on the team signing QB Blake Bortles and how some possible scenarios can play out if Aaron Rodgers decides to sit out the season. Six-time Emmy-nominated actress Christina Hendricks tells Rich how she landed the Joan Holloway role on ‘Mad Men,’ why she grew up a ‘Star Trek’ Trekkie, and how she’s became a huge part of the Oscar-winning film ‘American Beauty’ … or at least her hand did.
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Pro Football Talk’s Mike Florio and Rich discuss the latest developments in the Deshaun Watson civil suits and if a settlement could be in the works and what might be holding one up, why we could see Watson traded to the Dolphins or Eagles this summer if a settlement can be reached, and why Aaron Rodgers is more likely than not to play for the Packers next season. ESPN’s Monday Night Football Analyst Louis Riddick and Rich discuss the Packers’ “stunning lack of awareness” in their dealings with disgruntled QB Aaron Rodgers, if the Rodgers and the Packers front office can mend fences and go about the business of football next season, and why he’s excited for the new season’s 2021 MNF slate of games and why he still gets goosebumps in the booth when he hears that iconic Monday Night Football theme song come on. Rich wraps up the hour taking callers debating the day’s poll question: which player is most deserving of a spot in the Pro Football Hall of Fame: Frank Gore, Eli Manning, Julian Edelman, or Philip Rivers.
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Rich tips off the hour debating on whether or not he’s fully on-board with the NFL’s new Play-In format. ESPN Senior NBA Writer Jackie MacMullan tells Rich about the deep connection between Kobe Bryant and Michael Jordan on the eve of Kobe’s Basketball Hall of Fame induction, how Kobe transformed himself from brash young upstart to one of the game’s all-time greats, why Jordan might be too emotional to deliver Kobe’s HOF induction speech, and more. Rich and the guys wrap up the hour debating which player is most deserving of a spot in the Pro Football Hall of Fame: Frank Gore, Eli Manning, Julian Edelman, or Philip Rivers.
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Raiders GM Mike Mayock and Rich discuss how far the NFL Network’s coverage of off-season events has come since their first Combine together, why he’s not exactly thrilled with the Raiders' early season schedule, his and Jon Gruden’s approach to making picks in the recent NFL Draft, the defensive outlook for the Raiders next season, why the Raiders have a lot of issues but not at the QB position, and reveals that he had NO IDEA that the team plans to have a nightclub behind the endzones in the their new stadium. Actor/Comedian JB Smoove and Rich discuss the upcoming season of ‘Curb Your Enthusiasm,’ how he routinely cracks up Larry David on the set of ‘Curb’ with some of those classic ‘Leon’ ad-libbed lines, his favorite moments with Tom Brady and Bill Belichick covering the Super Bowl’s media event for the show, and his new podcast that features his “remixed” take on popular daily affirmations.
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Packers RB Aaron Jones tells Rich why he thought he would have to move on from Green Bay at one point during his recent foray into free agency, his perspective on Aaron Rodgers standoff with the Packers’ front office and a reveal that the embattled QB was friendly and often coached up rookie QB Jordan Love last season, and why seeing a string of late-season home games at Lambeau Field put a smile on his face. Rich and the guys discuss the Aaron Rodgers-Packers rift and come to the determination that after two weeks of myriad stories, reports and interviews…NOBODY seems to know exactly why Rodgers has beef with Green Bay’s front office. Rich breaks down the Dallas Cowboys 2021 schedule and their chances to get back to the playoffs but wonders if this might be Ryan Fitzpatrick’s year if he can lead the Washington Football Team to the NFC East title.
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Rich kicks off the hour recapping the NFL’s schedule release and how, if at all, the Aaron Rodgers impasse affected how the league scheduled Green Bay’s games next season. New Jets Head Coach Robert Saleh tells Rich about that time at a recent practice when he forgot he was actually the Jets Head Coach, why rookie QB Zach Wilson has the right mindset to flourish under the New York spotlight, why you can expect the Jets to play lots of young players next season (and expect the subsequent growing pains), and the philosophy behind his “all gas, no brakes” mantra. Rich breaks down the Jets 2021 schedule which might include him actually calling one of their games in London, (timestamp) and wraps up the hour with a glowing review of the Rams and Chargers new home, SoFi Stadium that he calls “a jewel on the sports landscape of this continent.”
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Rich and Brockman begin the hour discussing the impact of the 17-game NFL season on fantasy football schedules with leads to Rich’s annual rant on Brockman’s FFL where there is no time limit for each pick which, in the past, has led to ungodly 12-hourlong drafts. Rich offers up his first Under the Radar Games segment of the year looking at the top games for the NFL’s Week 1 that we might be overlooking at first glance. All Elite Wrestling’s Chris Jericho and Rich discuss the new season of his Vice TV documentary series ‘Dark Side of the Ring’ which delves into the true life behind-the-scenes stories about the top professional wrestlers over the years, the success of All Elite Wrestling and whether he can convince Jaguars owner Shad Kahn to get Tim Tebow in the AEW ring. Rich wraps up the hour recalling the show’s first-ever viral moment, and reacts to the fact that NFL Week 1 betting lines are already out. And make sure you check out Rich's other podcast: Just Getting Started with Rich Eisen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich tips off the hour recapping the Lakers big overtime win over the Knicks and explains why LeBron and company would have their hands full in a play-in game against a VERY motivated Golden State Warriors team. ESPN’s Kendrick Perkins tells Rich why the Play-In Tournament is the best thing to happen to the NBA’s regular season in a long time, his pick to win the NBA MVP Award, why we shouldn’t sleep on the Atlanta Hawks come playoff time, and if his brash style as a broadcaster has bruised any of his old NBA friendships he made as a player, and why his Celtics should have beaten Kobe’s Lakers in the 2010 NBA Finals. Rich wraps up the hour reacting to Urban Meyer’s first public comments on Tim, and defends the Jaguars coach’s decision to give his former Heisman Trophy-winning QB another shot at the NFL. And make sure you check out Rich's other podcast: Just Getting Started with Rich Eisen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off the hour breaking down the NFL’s Week 1 schedule that was released today which includes some intriguing matchups like the defending champion Buccaneers taking on the Cowboys, and Sam Darnold facing his old team in the Panthers vs Jets matchup among others. Kansas City Chiefs GM Brett Veach and Rich discuss KC’s Week 1 playoff rematch with the Cleveland Browns, rebuilding their offensive line that was banged up and pushed around by the Buccaneers in the Super Bowl by landing Orlando Brown Jr. in a trade with the Ravens, Patrick Mahomes’ rehab status after his off-season foot surgery, and if we’ll ever see the NFL move to a college-style approach to QBs where they “graduate” and move on to a new QB every 4 years when a long term contract becomes cost-prohibitive. And make sure you check out Rich's other podcast: Just Getting Started with Rich Eisen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
ESPN and Knicks announcer Mike Breen and Rich discuss his Basketball Hall of Fame induction, how the woebegone Knicks have finally turned it around this season, Julius Randle’s emergence as a legitimate MVP candidate, why there are eight teams with a shot to win the NBA Title, and his pick (for now) for the NBA MVP Award. ESPN’s Bomani Jones tells Rich why the Aaron Rodgers-Packers situation was completely avoidable, why Urban Meyer bringing Tim Tebow back to the NFL as a tight end is “really stupid,” how the NBA is flirting with disaster with their new Play-In Tournament if the defending champion Lakers get bounced early, and why Nuggets C Nikola Jokic has an MVP skillset but not the haircut to match. Rich and the guys debate how much an impact, if any, Tim Tebow could have on the Jaguars this season and if Urban Meyer is hurting his credibility by bringing in his former Heisman Trophy-winning QB. Rich wraps up the hour remarking on the anniversary of the release of one of the all-time great sports movies, ‘The Natural.’
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Rich tips off the hour remarking on the surprising Knicks renaissance this season and explains why New York is the better team heading into their matchup vs the Lakers on Tuesday. Rich and the guys dust off their “get off my lawn” chops and rail on the NBA trend of teams wearing their home whites for away games. The MMQB’s Albert Breer and Rich discuss Urban Meyer bringing in Tim Tebow as a tight end and debate if the stunt hurts Meyer’s credibility as a coach, the latest on the Aaron Rodgers-Packers saga and what the root cause behind the dustup, and how what Tom Brady did in Tampa and his tight relationship with the Bucs’ front office led to Rodgers’ beef with Green Bay’s brass. Rich wraps up the hour explaining the epiphany he had regarding Aaron Rodgers and the Packers and how the whole mess could be fixed.
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Rich kicks off the hour reacting to the latest developments in the Bob Baffert/Kentucky Derby controversy where the renowned horse trainer admits Medina Spirit did indeed receive a banned substance prior to the run for the roses at Churchill Downs. Rich and the guys discuss Tim Tebow’s return to the NFL (as a tight end) and debate if anyone should actually be up in arms by Urban Meyer giving his former Heisman Trophy winner one more shot to make it in the NFL. Rich offers up some words of advice for the Packers in their standoff with Aaron Rodgers and points out that the team would face a big drop off in relevance were they to trade the 3-time NFL MVP. Rich wraps up the hour taking a call from Jeff in Detroit which leads to a discussion on whether the next Super Bowl-winning QB will come from the league talented group of younger quarterbacks or if the old guard will hold serve.
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Tampa Bay Buccaneers GM Jason Licht tells Rich discuss how he was able to re-sign ALL of the Buccaneers free agents this offseason and why that monumental task resembled a classic Seinfeld episode, how much of an influence Tom Brady has (or doesn’t have) on Tampa’s roster decisions, how long he envisions Bruce Arians at the helm of the Bucs’ ship, and reveals that Arians actually made a Lombardi Trophy boat toss before Tom Brady did. Rich makes a bold prediction about which two teams he thinks will face off in the 2021 NFL season opening game, and offers up his take on acclaimed thoroughbred trainer Bob Baffert’s comments today after his horse Medina Spirit failed a post-race drug test at the Kentucky Derby. CNN Anchor and Host Jake Tapper and Rich discuss their age-old “Is Die-Hard a Christmas Movie?” argument, the premise of his new novel ‘The Devil May Dance’ that includes a brand-new Frank Sinatra song written by him, and why the Sinatra classic political thriller movie ‘The Manchurian Candidate’ was way ahead of its time. And make sure you check out Rich's other podcast: Just Getting Started with Rich Eisen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich starts the hour comparing how the Packers dropping the ball on their QB succession plan compares with the successful ways other teams have handled similar situations. NBC Sports’ Peter King and Rich discuss why he thinks the Packers and Aaron Rodgers are more likely to mend fences than get a divorce, why getting Packers GM Brian Gutekunst fired is not in Rodgers’ best interests, what Rodgers ultimate endgame is in his standoff with Green Bay’s front office, and why he has the Eagles as the favorite to land Deshaun Watson in a trade…for the 2022 season. Rich wraps up the hour reacting to the surprising news that three teams are still grasping desperately to that European Super League that we all thought was D.O.A.. And make sure you check out Rich's other podcast: Just Getting Started with Rich Eisen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich tips off the hour explaining why he’s not worried about the Lakers, or at least not worried they’ll get bounced out of the playoffs in the play-in round….NBA title through? That’s a different story. Rich breaks down the latest in the Aaron Rodgers and Deshaun Watson situations and makes his predictions on where (whether?) each QB will be playing in the 2021 season. FOX Sports’ NFL and College Football Analyst Joel Klatt and Rich discuss the unwarranted pre-draft criticism of Justin Fields and why the Bears were lucky to land him at #11 in the NFL Draft, why he wouldn’t be shocked if Kellen Mond is the Vikings Week 1 starter over Kirk Cousins, why Davis Mills “made a mistake” by coming out of Stanford this year but why the Houston Texans will benefit greatly from drafting the QB in the 3rd round, why Oklahoma’s Spencer Rattler has a chance to go #1 overall in the 2022 NFL Draft, and shares a hilarious story about his minor league playing career and his brief brush with Hall of Famer Rickey Henderson. Rich wraps up the hour revealing the big events that took place in the Eisen household (and on the golf course) over the weekend. And make sure you check out Rich's other podcast: Just Getting Started with Rich Eisen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Cowboys Head Coach Mike McCarthy and Rich discuss drafting Penn State LB Micah Parsons and revamping Dallas’ defense this season, if Dak Prescott will be ready for Week 1 after suffering a season-ending ankle injury last year, and if he thinks Dez Bryant actually made that catch that was overturned in the 2005 playoff game for the Cowboys against his Packers. Actor Josh Duhamel tells Rich the life lessons he’s learned from James Caan and why the acting legend doesn’t really like being know by younger audiences for playing Buddy’s father in ‘Elf,’ why he, a die-hard Vikings fan, is disappointed the Vikes passed on Alabama QB Mac Jones in the NFL Draft, and what it’s like to finally get to be a superhero in Netflix’s ‘Jupiter’s Legacy.’ Rich and the guys wrap up the hour reflecting back on the anniversary of Allen Iverson’s infamous “practice” rant.
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Rich and the guys start the hour revisiting their most painful moments of being a sports fan including Reggie Miller trolling the Knicks and Aaron Boone crushing the Red Sox. Pro Football Talk’s Mike Florio and Rich discuss the grown of the NFL over the last two decades that keeps the league in headlines even during the offseason, just how fixable is the Aaron Rodgers-Packers standoff, if trading Jordan Love would alleviate the stalemate between the 3-time MVP and the team, how the Packers could use fan sentiment as leverage against the star QB, and why this saga could drag out all the way to training camp and beyond. Rich and the guys wrap up the hour sneaking on one last bit of clowning on TJ Jefferson after his ‘Price Is Right’ Showcase Showdown overbid.
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Rich kicks off the hour breaking down the outlook for all the quarterbacks selected in the 2021 NFL Draft and explains the myriad factors that could lead to unbridled success…or abject failure. Bears Head Coach Matt Nagy tells Rich how close Chicago came to pulling off that blockbuster trade for Seahawks’ QB Russell Wilson and if they kicked the tires on an Aaron Rodgers deal, what the timeline is for getting newly-drafted QB Justin Fields on the field as the Bears’ starting QB and how he will use Patrick Mahomes’ rookie year as a template for his development, his reaction to the team’s now infamous Andy Dalton “QB1” tweet, and why he’s optimistic about his future in Chicago despite back-to-back 8-8 seasons. Rich wraps up the hour reacting to Mike the Miz’s annual “Browns Will Win the Super Bowl” prediction but explains why this might actually be the season Cleveland finally does it.
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Indianapolis Colts Head Coach Frank Reich tells Rich how he plans to “hit the reset button” on Carson Wentz to return the beleaguered QB to an MVP-level of play. Billy Crystal and Rich discuss that state of their beloved Yankees, how a native New Yorker like him became a die-hard Clippers fan, shares the incredible story about how he, then an unknown comic substitute teacher, became fast friends with boxing legend Muhammad Ali because of a one-in-a-million bit of happenstance, the genesis of the story behind the new film he co-wrote, directed, and stars in ‘Here Today’ and why co-star Tiffany Haddish is “a five-tool player, and shares some hilarious stories about Ali and legendary sportscaster Howard Cosell. Rich wraps up the hour with ‘Brother from Another’ co-host Michael Smith break down the Aaron Rodgers-Packers standoff and why he sees it as more of an “Impossible burger” than a true “beef” in his eyes with a message to the Green Bay QB about being bothered by the team’s drafting of Jordan Love: “Get over it, Aaron!”
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Stanford Head Coach David Shaw and Rich discuss the Houston Texans drafting of his Cardinal quarterback Davis Mills and the stability his personality brings to a team in turmoil, which 1st Round quarterback has the best chance to succeed as a rookie, and how he sees the Aaron Rodgers-Packers standoff playing out and which teams would be the best fit for the 3-time NFL MVP. Rich and the guys debate which AFC team would be the best fit for Aaron Rodgers if he can’t work out his beef with the Packers’ front office. Rich recaps the spectacle that was the New York Rangers-Washington Capitals brawl to begin their game last night and team owner James Dolan’s roll in the “holy hell of a mess.” Rich and the guys wrap up the hour debating the best George Clooney movie on the actor’s 60th birthday, which leads to a TJ Jefferson George Clooney story involving Chris Rock and Cindy Crawford.
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Rich kicks off the hour breaking down the latest in the Aaron Rodgers-Packers saga and explains why we’re all grasping at straws right now to find out what exactly is going through the reigning MVP’s mind in his beef with Green Bay’s GM. Falcons Head Coach Arthur Smith tells Rich why the Falcons opted for Kyle Pitts at #4 in the NFL Draft and admits Atlanta would have taken a quarterback in there had been a QB they had ranked higher on their board than the Florida TE, why Julio Jones might be wearing a different uniform come Week 1, and flips the script on Rich to ask him to grade his NFL Draft coverage on the NFL Network. Rich defends his continuing attempts to foist of “The Mattural” nickname on Falcons QB Matt Ryan for the umpteenth time. Rich wraps up the hour going down a Dolan Wormhole after the New York Rangers recent fighting fiasco that looked ugly on the ice and landed the team a $250,000 fine.
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Eagles General Manager Howie Roseman and Rich discuss Philadelphia’s phrenetic trades that saw them move down then back up in the NFL Draft, why they selected Alabama’s Heisman Trophy-winning WR DeVonta Smith and the creative ways he can be woven into Philadelphia’s offense, the team’s muddled QB situation between Jalen Hurts and Joe Flacco, and if they would pursue an Aaron Rodgers trade, and more. WWE Superstar Drew McIntyre tells Rich why he decided to chronicle his up-and-down life in his new book, what it was like meeting Vince McMahon for the first time and his impressions of the most recent Wrestlemania, and more. Rich and the guys wrap up the hour debating whether or not LeBron James is sandbagging his injury status and if the Lakers star is right to rip the NBA’s new play-in tournament.
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Saints Head Coach Sean Payton and Rich discuss how different this year’s draft was due to limitations because of Covid-19 restrictions, reveals which player New Orleans wanted to trade up into the top ten to draft, why the team’s QB competition might not be limited to just Jameis Winston and Taysom Hill, what impressed him about Ian Book that led to the Saints drafting the Notre Dame QB, if he and the other Competition Committee members will ever get rid of the NFL’s controversial End Zone/Pylon Fumble Rule, and his reaction to Kevin James portraying him in the forthcoming Netflix movie ‘Home Team.’ Rich and TJ recap his ‘Price Is Right’ appearance with a THOROUGH breakdown of his “number of mind-boggling mistakes” that culminated with him overbidding in the final Showcase Showdown.
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Rich kicks off the hour recapping the latest in the Aaron Rodgers-Packers saga and a detailed story in the Athletic spelling out why the deep rift between Rogers and the team’s GM Brian Gutekunst could mean the reigning MVP has played his last game for Green Bay. Chargers Head Coach Brandon Staley and Rich discuss his first draft for Los Angeles and why the team is ecstatic with landing Northwestern OT Rashawn Slater in the 1st Round, why the Bolts were equally ecstatic to draft FSU cornerback Asante Samuel Jr. in the 2nd Round along with their other players in their highly-regarded draft class, bonding a firm relationship with budding superstar QB Justin Herbert, and his super-secret-Batman’s-cave-type entrance for primo parking at L.A..’s new SoFi Stadium. Rich wraps up the hour taking 100% glee in Yankees fans giving the Astros a well-deserved earful of boos and taunts in their first trip to New York in front of fans for the first time since 2019.
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FOX Sports NFL Analyst and 4-time Pro Bowl quarterback Michael Vick tells Rich why he was extremely disappointed with this 4.72-second 40-yard dash (…at age 40!!!), what it was like to FINALLY get to throw some passes to the GOAT wide receiver Jerry Rice, how he overcame his debilitating fear of Ravens LB Ray Lewis, and why he agrees with Aaron Rodgers in his beef with Packers’ management. Director and writer John Lee Hancock and Rich discuss the first movie he ever directed, ‘The Rookie,’ how ‘The Blind Side’ movie almost didn’t happen and how he got Sandra Bullock on board for her Oscar-winning performance, the hilarious way the was able to convince Nick Saban to be in ‘The Blind Side,’ and working with Oscar-winning actors Denzel Washington and Jared Leto in his latest film ‘The Little Things.’ Rich wraps up the hour breaking down how the top speed clocked by the retired NFL legends who run in this year’s RunRichRun matched some in-game top speed runs by active NFL players last season, and reacts to Jimmy Garoppolo embracing a QB competition with the 49ers’ newest quarterback Trey Lance.
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Rich opens the hour wondering about the origins of “May the 4th Be With You” which lead to a caller entertaining us with some great Star Wars sports names. Rich and the guys abandon the show to watch a local airing of “the Price is Right” to see if TJ Jefferson could make if off Contestants’ Row and into the Final Showcase. Zebra Technologies VP John Pollard and Rich discuss what his company’s advanced metrics revealed about Rich’s 40-yard dash at this year’s RunRichRun event and reveals that he compares favorable to many NFL offensive lineman, and if the technology exists for the NFL to determine if a first down has been made by putting chips inside of footballs.
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Rich kicks off the hour breaking down the uncanny parallels between the Aaron Rodgers-Jordan Love situation and the Brett Favre-Aaron Rodgers situation when the reigning NFL MVP first came into the league. Panthers Head Coach Matt Rhule tells Rich why Carolina opted to go with CB Jaycee Horn over Alabama CB Patrick Surtain II, why the team opted to stick with Sam Darnold instead of drafting a young quarterback, if we’ll see a lighter workload for star RB Christian McCaffrey next season, if the Panthers can become the dominant team in the NFC South, what it’s like working for the free-thinking billionaire David Tepper, and his reaction to Scott Drew’s national championship for his former employer Baylor University. Rich wraps up the hour discussing if the Packers really have done Aaron Rodgers wrong with their roster moves over the years and if the 3-time MVP should have more of a say in personnel matters.
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Rich begins the hour explaining why the Bears moving up to draft Justin Fields was a win-win-win for Chicago’s GM, coach, and new QB. Rich offers up his long-awaited reaction to the Jets drafting Zach Wilson #2 overall and why, though his favorite team has been down this road many times before, “this feels different” and why he’s filled with hope the franchise can turn around its fortunes at long last. San Francisco 49ers Head Coach Kyle Shanahan tells Rich when he knew he was going to select Trey Lance at #3 overall in the NFL Draft, why Jimmy Garoppolo remains the Niners’ staring QB…for now, how much a role his dad, former NFL head coach Mike Shanahan, played in the pre-draft evaluation leading up to the Trey Lance selection which leads to the shocking reveal that Washington had planned on drafting Russell Wilson in the 4th round the year they drafted RG3 in the first round, confirms that he did indeed call the Packers about a possible trade for disgruntled QB Aaron Rodgers, and how many players called and texted him on Sunday to let him know they were alive following his macabre existential comments in his last press conference leading up to the draft. Rich ends the hour recapping what happened behind-the-scenes at this year’s RunRichRun event including Michael Vick’s eye-popping 40-yard dash time despite pulling a hamstring halfway through.
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Rich begins the hour revealing he’s hearing whispers that a Deshaun Watson settlement might be in the works and where the embattled Texans QB could land via trade if and when he can put his legal troubles behind him. NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport and Rich discuss the source behind Aaron Rodgers discontent with the Packers, if a fully-guaranteed contract can make it all go away, the latest on Deshaun Watson’s legal troubles and if the Texans drafting of Stanford QB Davis Mills indicates Houston is ready to trade him. Rich wraps up the hour responding to a Raiders fan who wonders if former analyst Mike Mayock would be ripping current Las Vegas GM Mike Mayock after the Silver & Black’s eyebrow-raising draft.
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Rich kicks off the hour recapping the exciting and eventful 2021 NFL Draft and says if you’re not happy with your team’s draft haul don’t be so soon to pass judgment. Rich and Patriots fan Chris Brockman debate the merits of New England drafting Alabama QB Mac Jones at #15 in the draft and why it could turn out to be Bill Belichick’s final stroke of genius. NFL Network Analyst Daniel Jeremiah and Rich discuss the 49ers draft and how their rookie class led by Trey Lance could impact their 2021 season, which rookie QB not named ‘Lawrence’ or ‘Wilson’ has the best chance to start in Week 1 this season, how Bengals’ rookie WR will impact Joe Burrow and Cincinnati’s offense right off the bat, if the Dolphins made the right choice taking Alabama WR Jaylen Waddle at #5 over his Heisman Trophy-winning teammate DeVonta Smith, his reaction to the Cowboys’ defense-heavy draft, and if the Aaron Rodgers drama influenced how the Packers conducted their draft. Rich wraps up the hour weighing in on the Aaron Rodgers-Packers rift, who’s to blame most, and how Green Bay’s front office can mend fences with the reigning NFL MVP.
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Guest host Ryan Leaf and the guys break down the latest news from the world of sports which leads to a story about that time all of TJ’s friends went to the Kentucky Derby…and didn’t invite him. Ryan and the guys react to the Bears announcing Andy Dalton is still their QB1, and debate how much Justin Fields will remain his backup. Rich calls in from Cleveland and recaps the electric atmosphere of holding a live NFL Draft in front of fans again, the biggest surprises and head scratching picks in Round 1, the shocking news that Aaron Rodgers does not want to play another down for the Packers, how the Green Bay brass could have avoided the whole mess, and how it could all play out before Week 1 in the fall. Ryan and TJ wrap up the hour breaking down the Cowboys draft (good) and the Eagles draft (not so good).
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Guest host Ryan Leaf starts the hour breaking down the five teams who “truly lost” by making bad roster choices with their 1st-round picks in the NFL Draft. Ryan gives his stamp of approval on the Chargers selecting OT Rashawn Slater in the first round but explains why he has some doubts Justin Herbert can replicate his rookie season success in 2021. NFL Network’s Steve Wyche and Ryan discuss the Falcons taking Florida TE Kyle Pitts at #4 and why WR Julio Jones might never get to line up with him in a game, just how serious the Aaron Rodgers-Packers beef is and if Green Bay could actually trade the reigning NFL MVP, why the 49ers selecting Trey Lance was the first round’s biggest shocker and why Mac Jones to the Patriots didn’t surprised him at all, and if we’ll see the Falcons draft a QB after passing on the chance to do so in the first round. The guys discuss how soon we’ll see Trey Lance staring for the Niners with Ryan explaining why rookie QBs have a steep learning curve in the NFL. Ryan wraps up the hour dissecting Aaron Rodgers options (including sitting out the season) in his standoff with the Packers.
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Guest host Ryan Leaf kicks off the hour breaking down the falling about between Aaron Rodgers and the Packers that came to a head right before the NFL Draft’s first round and why the Green Bay QB has a right to be fed up with the team. Ryan and Chris Brockman break down the eventful first round of the draft that saw plenty of trades and the 49ers FINALLY putting a name to their 3rd overall selection. Former Falcons GM Thomas Dimitroff and Ryan discuss the Aaron Rodgers-Packers rift and if fences can be mended between the team and the 3-time NFL MVP and the challenge of general managers to balance keeping star players happy with the realities of a smaller salary cap this year, the Bengals’ decision to go with wide receiver Ja’Marr Chase instead of offensive lineman Penei Sewell to protect Joe Burrow, his reaction to the Bears’ “ballsy” move up to draft Ohio State QB Justin Fields, if the Falcons might still draft Matt Ryan’s eventual successor, and which team impressed him the most in the draft’s first round. Ryan wraps up the hour debating Brockman on the merits of Bill Belichick and the Patriots drafting Alabama QB Mac Jones at #15.
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Pro Football Talk co-host Chris Simms tells guest host Ryan Leaf why he’s “adamant” the 49ers will be picking Mac Jones with the #3 pick in the NFL Draft, what the Niners should tell an irate fan base if the team takes Jones, why he has Ohio State QB Justin Fields falling all the way to #32 in his latest mock draft, and why Aaron Rodgers is likely playing his last season for the Green Bay Packers. Pac-12 host/announcer Guy Haberman and Ryan discuss who the 49ers pick at the #3 spot in the NFL Draft, if the Falcons should take their QB of the future, trade out, or take Florida TE Kyle Pitts, and if the Bengals are more likely to take Oregon OT Penei Sewell to protect Joe Burrow or a wide receiver. Ryan and the guys wrap up the hour reacting to the news that Tim Tebow could return to the NFL…to the Jaguars…as a Tight End???
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Former NFL Offensive Lineman Ross Tucker tells guest host Ryan Leaf why he’d rather have 5 average linemen than two studs and three duds, why he thinks the 49ers are taking Alabama QB Mac Jones at #3 in tonight’s NFL Draft, Jimmy Garoppolo’s future in San Francisco and why he might be back in New England before the draft ends, if we’ll see a running back drafted in the first round, what the draft night experience is like for marginal players like himself coming out of Princeton in 2001, and a debate with Patriots fan Chris Brockman on the merits of Belichick bring Jimmy G back into the fold. Rich calls in from Cleveland hours before the NFL Draft to discuss the intrigue and rumors swirling around teams potentially moving up and teams moving down, what the 49ers will do at #3, why he’s placing all his trust in the Jets leadership with drafting BYU’s Zach Wilson with the 2nd overall pick.
Ryan and Brockman wrap up the hour debating what the 49ers will do at number 3 in the NFL Draft and why Leaf believes the Niners will take Justin Fields and keep Jimmy Garoppolo.
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Guest host Ryan Leaf kicks off the hour recapping his experience at the 1998 NFL Draft including an awesome story about how his then-teenage brother incurred the wrath of Peyton Manning and his family by nearly delaying the entire draft.
NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero and Ryan discuss the possibility of teams trading up and down in the top ten of the NFL Draft, the chances the Patriots, Saints or Eagles move into the top 10 of the draft, why trading Jimmy Garoppolo might not be all that easy for the 49ers, why the Niners have apparently narrowed down their choice at #3 to Mac Jones and Trey Lance, and where Ohio State QB Justin Fields could be selected.
Ryan wraps up the hour offering up his own mock draft with some surprising slides by two of the draft’s top quarterbacks.
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Quarterback coach/guru and former NFL QB John Beck and guest host Dan Hellie discuss Zach Wilson’s last 12 months going from obscure QB fighting for the starting spot at BYU to presumptive #2 overall pick in the NFL Draft, why Ohio State QB Justin Fields is getting far more criticism in the pre-draft process than he deserves, why he has nothing but glowing things to say about North Dakota State QB Trey Lance, and why he doesn’t sugar coat anything when delivering his evaluations on quarterbacks he’s worked with when NFL teams inquire. Rich dials in from the Cleveland where he tells Dan that he’s predicting a very wet first round for this year’s NFL Draft, discusses the intrigue and top storylines that will impact the top of the draft, what the Teddy Bridgewater trade means for the Broncos' draft plans in terms of targeting a QB, what his Draft Day will be like from the moment he wakes up on Thursday until the final pick is announced, and who deserves credit for expanding the field of runners in this year’s RunRichRun campaign. And make sure you check out Rich's other podcast: Just Getting Started with Rich Eisen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Guest host Dan Hellie and Chris Brockman break down the latest in the NFL including a debate about whether the Lions should move up from #7 to #4 in order to draft LSU wide receiver Ja’Marr Chase. NFL Network analyst and Super Bowl-winning head coach Brian Billick and Dan discuss if new head coaches prefer to start fresh by drafting their own QB or sticking with an inherited veteran, why the intrigue in the draft surrounding QBs doesn’t end with the top three or four picks, the Vikings’ decision to draft Randy Moss when he was Minnesota’s Offensive Coordinator and the Ravens’ best draft pick when he was Baltimore’s Head Coach, what the biggest challenge will be for Urban Meyer in his first season as an NFL head coach, who he would chose at #3 if he run the 49ers (here’s a hint: it’s NOT Mac Jones). Dan and Brockman break down the odds where the top quarterbacks will land in the NFL Draft, and react to the news of Teddy Bridgewater’s trade to Denver and what the means for the draft approach for the Broncos and Panthers. And make sure you check out Rich's other podcast: Just Getting Started with Rich Eisen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Guest host Dan Hellie and the guys can’t contain their absolute giddiness over the upcoming NFL Draft and all the intrigue surround how the top ten picks could unfold. NFL Network analyst Brian Baldinger tells Dan why 49ers fans will erupt (in a very bad way) if the Niners take Mac Jones with the #3 pick in the NFL Draft and why Justin Fields would be a better pick, if the Falcons should select Florida TE Kyle Pitts or draft their QB of the future with the 4th overall pick, why people comparing Penn State LB Micah Parsons to Buccaneers Pro Bowler Devin White should pump the breaks, why he prefers Fields over BYU’s Zach Wilson, and which overlooked player in this year’s NFL draft is his favorite. Dan and the guys wrap up the hour reacting to news that Hall of Fame running back Marshall Faulk could be the next former player to dive into the head coaching pool by taking the HC job at Southern, and breaking down Antonio Brown re-signing with the Buccaneers and what that means for Tampa’s chances to repeat as Super Bowl Champions. And make sure you check out Rich's other podcast: Just Getting Started with Rich Eisen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
North Dakota State QB Trey Lance tells Rich why he’s still hearing the same criticism now heading into the NFL that he did when he was coming out of high school, how often he’s spoken with the 49ers over the pre-draft process, his desire to soak up all things NFL even if that means cold calling every QB in the league, and how much interest Bill Belichick and the Patriots have shown in him leading up to the draft. Rich and Cowboys fan TJ Jefferson discuss Jerry Jones emphatically stating Dallas won’t trade up for Kyle Pitts, which leads to TJ revealing that time he partied with the Cowboy’s owner at a Super Bowl one year. Rich wraps up the hour wondering if this is finally, after years of having their hopes and dreams shattered like a cheap snow globe of Manhattan dropped by a Times Square tourist, the year that the football gods bless the Jets with the superstar QB they’ve been waiting for in BYU’s Zach Wilson. And make sure you check out Rich's other podcast: Just Getting Started with Rich Eisen Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
NFL Network Analyst Daniel Jeremiah tells Rich why reading between the lines of the 49ers’ pre-draft press conference points to the Niners taking Mac Jones with the 3rd overall pick in the NFL Draft but SHOULD take Trey Lance, why Lance’s potential and drive reminds him of Patrick Mahomes and Josh Allen, and who will be the first defensive player taken in the draft in a mini-preview of his nex mock draft. Ravens Head Coach John Harbaugh tells Rich about the time his 7-year-old brother Jim mad a bad first impression on his future college head coach Bo Schembechler, why Baltimore traded it’s starting Right Tackle Orlando Brown Jr. to their AFC rival Chiefs, why the team still hasn’t exercised the 5th-year option on QB Lamar Jackson, his plans to make the Ravens’ one-dimensional offense more dynamic, and the growing importance of analytics in the NFL. Rich wraps up the hour wondering if the NFL could be heading down the path where teams will be financially forced to draft a new quarterbacks every 4 years instead of handing over salary cap-killing mega contracts to their incumbent QBs. And make sure you check out Rich's other podcast: Just Getting Started with Rich Eisen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off the hour recapping the 49ers’ eventful pre-Draft press conference where Niners head coach Kyle Shanahan appeared to be sipping heavily from a bottle of truth serum which lead to one of the all-time classic NFL sound bites. NFL Network Analyst Steve Smith Sr. tells Rich why 166-pound Heisman Trophy winner DeVonta Smith could struggle in the NFL against bigger and stronger DB’s, why strength is often just as important for speed when it comes to wide receivers, why LSU’s Ja’Marr Chase is “fantastic” but the Bengals should still pass in him at #5, why a TE (Kyle Pitts) is the best receiver in the draft, and why the Falcons should get their QB of the future sooner rather than later, and why he hilariously refers to Ryan Fitzpatrick as “The Minivan.” And make sure you check out Rich's other podcast: Just Getting Started with Rich Eisen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
ESPN College Football Analyst Kirk Herbstreit and Rich discuss why Ohio State QB Justin Fields might be falling on the eyes of NFL talent evaluators, how perennial winners Trevor Lawrence and Urban Meyer will handle losing much more often with the Jaguars, and why the Clemson QB is more competitive and tough than you might think, his upcoming memoir, and that time he was recruited by Michigan legend Bo Schembechler even though he had already chosen to attend archrival Ohio State. Actor Michael B. Jordan and Rich discuss his new Tom Clancy movie ‘No Remorse’ and why he was intent on doing all of his own stunts, if he’s ever met the other Michael Jordan, his plan to bring more accountability to NBA refs and their often head-scratching foul calls, and why he has a tough time deciding on his favorite sports movie. Rich wraps up the hour with entrepreneur Marc Lore who discusses why he got involved in the RunRichRun campaign that raised over $1 Million this year, and becoming the new owner of the Minnesota Timberwolves (and yes, he DID introduce Alex Rodriguez to T-Wolves rookie phenom Anthony Edwards). And make sure you check out Rich's other podcast: Just Getting Started with Rich Eisen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
NBC Sports Sunday Night Football Analyst Cris Collinsworth tells Rich why BYU QB Zach Wilson reminds him a lot of Aaron Rodgers, why the thinks Justin Fields should be the 49ers pick at #3, why there’s a lot to like about Mac Jones despite all the recent negative criticism of the Alabama QB, why Trey Lance has impressive physical traits that remind him of former 49ers QB Colin Kaepernick, and why the Falcons should trade the #4 pick in this year’s NFL Draft. Rich and TJ debate of the Cowboys should move up in the draft to select Florida TE Kyle Pitts or hang tight at #10 to beef up their defense after the retirement of LB Sean Lee. Rich and the guys wrap up the hour discussing if Mike Del Tufo should have his own show and what, exactly, that potential train wreck of show would look like. And make sure you check out Rich's other podcast: Just Getting Started with Rich Eisen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off the hour explaining why Falcons QB Matt Ryan will be “sitting on pins & needles” during the first round of this week’s NFL Draft waiting to see if Atlanta drafts his eventual successor. (timestamp). Rich reacts to the latest reports saying the 49ers are going to choose between Mac Jones or Trey Lance, and how the top ten picks in the draft could be absolute mayhem with teams trading up and down to land their next franchise QB. NFL Media Insider Ian Rapoport tells Rich why the 49ers STILL haven’t decided which QB they’ll be taking with the #3 pick in the NFL Draft and why Ohio State’s Justin Fields is no longer in the mix for San Francisco, why the Falcons might be forced to trade WR Julio Jones in order to have cap space just to sign their draft picks, why the Ravens trading Orlando Brown Jr. to the Chiefs is a win-win for both teams, and why the Cowboys are more likely than not to trade back in the draft. Rich wraps up the hour recapping the wild weekend between the Dodgers and Padres and why it’s great that Fernando Tatis Jr. to celebrate home runs and for pitchers like Trevor Bauer to celebrate strikeouts without the fear of retaliation. And make sure you check out Rich's other podcast: Just Getting Started with Rich Eisen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
NFL Films Analyst Greg Cosell tells Rich why Florida TE Kyle Pitts is the best player in the NFL Draft and if the Cowboys should move up to draft him, if the Bengals should go with an lineman to protect Joe Burrow or a wide receiver to add to his arsenal, if DeVonta’s Smith’s talent can outweigh concerns over his slight frame, who’s the best defensive player in the draft, why Ohio State’s Justin Fields is moving up his draft QB rankings, and his take on the Browns exercising the 5th-year option on Baker Mayfield but the Panthers not doing the same with Sam Darnold. Rich reacts to a report that the Panthers are interested in moving down in the NFL Draft, whether it’s just a smokescreen, and why Carolina didn’t pick up the 5th-year option on newly-acquired Sam Darnold. Roger Goodell’s announcement that he’s going to resume his tradition of handing out hugs to NFL draftees elicits some unexpected backlash from Chris Brockman. They guys discuss how the NFL’s new uniform number might prove costly for players like Vikings running back Dalvin Cook who want to make a switch for next season. And make sure you check out Rich's other podcast: Just Getting Started with Rich Eisen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Penn State All-American linebacker Micah Parsons tells Rich why he believes he has the drive and ability to become one of the best linebackers in the NFL, reveals which teams are the most interested in drafting him and if he played Rock-Paper-Scissors vs Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni, and why reaching the NFL means much more to him than just getting to play football on Sundays. Detroit Lions Head Coach Dan Campbell tells Rich how he’s getting his coaches involved in this year’s RunRichRun campaign, when he first knew he wanted to become a coach during his 11-year NFL playing career, how legendary head coach Bill Parcells influenced his no-nonsense coaching style, why he’s “fired up” to have Jared Goff as the Lions QB, his team’s approach to the draft with the 7th overall pick, and how his family (and dentist) reacted to his “teeth kicked in” comments at his opening press conference in Detroit. TJ and Brockman wrap up the hour revealing who they predict the Cowboys and Patriots will select with their first-round picks in next week’s NFL Draft. And make sure you check out Rich's other podcast: Just Getting Started with Rich Eisen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich begins the hour revealing his “Come @ Me!!” Mock Draft 2.0 for the top of the NFL Draft with a twist: using a Magic 8 Ball to assess the odds his picks will come true. Pro Football Hall of Famer and NFL Network Analyst Kurt Warner and Rich discuss who the 49er could take with the 3rd overall pick in the NFL Draft, if athleticism or the ability to process information is the more important trait in quarterbacks, if the Jets would be smart to select BYU’s Zach Wilson with the #2 pick, where Ohio State QB Justin Fields could land in the draft, if the Falcons should take the successor to Matt Ryan with the 4th pick in the draft, and why he’s ESPECIALLY excited for this year’s RunRichRun event. Rich and the guys wrap up the hour debating on which is the more important trait win quarterbacks: the ability to make plays or the ability to read defenses and make pre-snap reads? And make sure you check out Rich's other podcast: Just Getting Started with Rich Eisen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oregon’s All-American, Lombardi Trophy-winning OT Penei Sewell and Rich discuss the chances he’ll be chosen by the Bengals in the NFL Draft and what’s the strangest question he’s been asked in the pre-draft interview process, that ONE TIME he gave up a sack in nearly 1400 career snaps, the possibility of being reunited with his Ducks QB Justin Herbert on the Chargers, and the warrior mentality approach he takes when stepping into the playing field. ESPN Senior NFL Draft Analyst Mel Kiper Jr. and Rich discuss his 38 years covering the draft and how he got his start at ESPN, how coverage of the draft and reaction to critiques of teams’ selections have changed drastically over the years, the 49ers’ approach in choosing who to take at #3, the Falcons’ and Bengals’ options at #4 and #5, why he ranks Justin Fields the 2nd-best QB in the draft class and why the Jets are taking Zach Wilson at #2, and if the Cowboys should move up to draft Florida Tight End Kyle Pitts. And make sure you check out Rich's other podcast: Just Getting Started with Rich Eisen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich begins the hour lamenting the poor start by his 6-11 Yankees and explains why current players and manager Aaron Boone are lucky George Steinbrenner isn’t around to see it. Former Pro Bowl QB Carson Palmer reveals to Rich that he begged the Bears to trade with the Bengals and select him in the 2003 NFL Draft, why the 49ers should select Ohio State quarterback Justin Fields with the #3 pick in the draft, if the Bengals should take Oregon OT Penei Sewell or a wide receiving weapon for Joe Burrow with the 5th overall pick, and why he’s so impressed with soon-to-be #1 overall draft pick Trevor Lawrence. Rich and the guys end the hour commenting on Tom Brady ripping the NFL’s new policy on uniform number and wonder if this is TB12’s ‘get off my lawn” moment. And make sure you check out Rich's other podcast: Just Getting Started with Rich Eisen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off the hour discussing the intrigue at the top of the NFL Draft, breaking down the options for the Falcons and Bengals, and if the Cowboys can somehow move up from their current slot at #10. Browns Head Coach Kevin Stefanski and Rich discuss his football journey that has taken him from playing against Ryan Fitzpatrick in the Ivy League to Terrell Owens doing sit-ups in his driveway to becoming the NFL’s reigning Coach of the Year, how the Browns improved to finished at 11-5 and made the playoffs last season, Baker Mayfield’s improvement and constant drive to get better, his reaction to pundits who say the Browns offense is better without Odell Beckham Jr., if the signing of Jadeveon Clowney will impact Cleveland’s NFL Draft strategy, and if he’s with Rich on changing the NFL’s controversial End Zone Fumble Rule. Rich and the guys wrap up the hour talking Eagles and somehow get into a debate about Rock-Paper-Scissors…or is it Paper-Rock-Scissors??? And make sure you check out Rich's other podcast: Just Getting Started with Rich Eisen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Emmy-winning host Wayne Brady and Rich discuss the crazy things he’s seen on his new FOX show ‘Game of Talents,’ which ‘Whose Line Is It Anyway’ castmate cracked him up the most, and the timeliness of his new movie ‘Blind Fire.’ Rich and the guys noodle over what Rich’s entrance music should be if his WWE “Ravishing Rich” Eisen WWE bid comes to fruition. The guys discuss the Dolphins GM going all-in on Tua Tagovailoa but wonder if he’d be saying the same thing if Deshaun Watson wasn’t embroiled in his legal troubles. Rich wraps up the hour breaking down the latest NFL rules changes which could result in new uniform numbers for many players throughout the league. And make sure you check out Rich's other podcast: Just Getting Started with Rich Eisen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich begins the hour announcing the details of this year’s RunRichRun campaign what will be even bigger and better after having to be rescheduled from its normal time during the NFL Combine. FOX Sports NFL Draft Analyst Joel Klatt and Rich discuss the assessment of the 2019 QB draft class including his then-criticism of the Giants’ selection of Daniel Jones, how Heisman Trophy winner DeVonta Smith can be a successful NFL wideout despite being only 166 lbs, who the 49ers could be targeting with the #3 pick in the NFL Draft, why he rates Ohio State QB Justin Fields as the 2nd-best QB in the draft, and why North Dakota State QB Trey Lance is high on draft boards despite having limited reps as a starter at a small school. Rich reacts to Jaguars GM Trent Baalke revealing that he’s received calls about teams possibly trading up to the #1 overall slot which begs the question: how many first round picks would it take for the Jags to pass up on drafting Trevor Lawrence? Rich wraps up the hour revealing his recent dream involving Notre Dame Head Coach Brian Kelly, Bobby Petrino…and Dan Patrick??? And make sure you check out Rich's other podcast: Just Getting Started with Rich Eisen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off the hour reacting to the latest surrounding the 49ers options in the NFL Draft with whisperings telling him the 49ers are now leaning toward drafting North Dakota State’s Trey Lance. Rich reacts to the latest less-than-inspiring press conference from new Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni who might have inadvertently started a QB controversy between Jalen Hurts and Joe Flacco. ‘Men in Blazers’ co-host Roger Bennett tells Rich why he’s so giddy and happy about the collapse of the European Super League, how the massive revolt by English Premier League fans led to the ESL’s disintegration, and if the 6 teams that initially defected from the EPL will ever be forgiven by English fans. Rich and TJ Jefferson end the hour with a heated debate on which team has had more to brag about over the last 25 years: the Jets or Cowboys? And make sure you check out Rich's other podcast: Just Getting Started with Rich Eisen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Good Morning Football’s Kyle Brandt and Rich discuss their Sports Emmy nominations and getting swole for a Muscle & Fitness photo shoot, why he’s praying for the 49ers to drop a bomb on the NFL Draft and select Florida TE Kyle Pitts with the #3 pick, and why the Bengals deciding between taking a lineman to protect Joe Burrow or a WR like Ja’Marr Chase equates with him deciding between getting a new 80” TV for his home or fixing some broken down steps leading up to his house. Rich reacts to the fan backlash that saw Chelsea and other teams back out of the proposed European Super League and if the ESL is even viable anymore. Rich reacts to Steph Curry’s RIDICULOUS month of April so far and explains why the Warriors guard might be the most relatable superstar in all of sports. Rich wraps up the hour reflecting on his Best Studio Host Sports Emmy nomination and gives thanks and appreciation for all those working behind-the-scenes who played a role in making that happen. And make sure you check out Rich's other podcast: Just Getting Started with Rich Eisen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
ESPN’s Monday Night Football Analyst Louis Riddick and Rich discuss which QB the 49ers could take with the 3rd pick in the NFL Draft, why he’s an unabashed “big fan” for North Dakota State QB Trey Lance, if Mac Jones was a one-year wonder at Alabama of if he’s truly an elite NFL QB prospect, and why the Falcons will have a very tough decision to make with the #4 pick. (timestamp). In the face of the proposed European Soccer Super League, Rich and the guys present the ten teams each one of them would choose to start an NFL Super League here in the United States. (timestamp). Rich wraps up the hour discussing the overwhelming negative fan reaction to the European Super League and what possible defections could mean for the survival of the English Premier League.(timestamp). And make sure you check out Rich's other podcast: Just Getting Started with Rich Eisen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off the hour reflecting on the uproar caused in Europe by the proposed creation of a soccer Super League, and explains why something similar could happen here in the United States. NFL Media Insider Ian Rapoport and Rich discuss why the Dolphins, who originally held the #3 pick in the NFL Draft but traded out of that pick then back up to #6, now want to trade out of THAT pick, if Mac Jones, Trey Lance, or Justin Fields will be the pick for the 49ers at #3, how a financial settlement with Deshaun Watson’s accusers could impact which team he plays for next, the draft day storyline that is getting overlooked, and Mike Tomlin’s Steelers’ contract extension. Rich and the guys wrap up the hour recapping a pre-show conversation that involved RJ trolling Rich (intentionally or unintentionally) about Yankees-killer Luis Gonzales. And make sure you check out Rich's other podcast: Just Getting Started with Rich Eisen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
ESPN Draft Expert Todd McShay tells Rich why the 49ers will take Alabama QB Mac Jones with the 3rd pick in the draft but SHOULD take North Dakota State’s Trey Lance instead, why he gave Kyle Pitts the highest pre-draft grade of any tight end in the last 20 years, why Heisman Trophy winner DeVonta Smith will be the first wide receiver to come off the board on draft night, how teams like the Chargers and Patriots could benefit from an early run on quarterbacks, and what the Jets would be getting in drafting Clemson RB Travis Etienne. Chris Brockman runs through the latest news and notes from the world of sports, including a report on the Jets possibly not taking Zach Wilson with the #2 overall pick in the NFL Draft which triggers Rich’s “Jets Insecurity.” Rich reacts to Zion Williamson’s postgame sound bite where the Pelicans F GLOWINGLY gushed about how much he likes playing in Madison Square Garden which leads Rich very close to a Knicks/Dolan Wormhole. Rich and the guys wrap up the hour discussing Drew Brees’ Instagram post extoling the virtues of a GRILLED peanut butter and jelly sandwich. And make sure you check out Rich's other podcast: Just Getting Started with Rich Eisen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich begins the hour breaking down the proposed new soccer Super League that would be comprised of the top Premier League teams, AC Milan, FC Barcelona, Real Madrid and others, and what the impact would be on existing European leagues and the FIFA World Cup. ‘Men in Blazers’ Co-Host Roger Bennett and Rich discuss the “seismic” changes coming to international soccer in the face of the proposed Super League, if fans in England and Europe will boycott the new league if it destroys their old, beloved leagues, if we’ll see top German clubs like FC Bayern Munich round out the proposed new league and why Liverpool could be the linchpin in determining the fate of European football. Rich wraps up the hour taking calls and discussing the possibility the top college football teams in the country would ever break off from the NCAA to form their own “super league” like the top soccer clubs in Europe are getting set to do And make sure you check out Rich's other podcast: Just Getting Started with Rich Eisen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off the hour reacting to the announcement that quarterback Alex Smith has retired, and reflects on the former #1 overall draft pick’s rollercoaster NFL career that culminated with a brave return to the field after a devastating broken leg that earned him Comeback Player of the Year honors. Pro Football Talk’s Mike Florio and Rich discuss the big news in Europe with the proposed formation of a soccer Super League and if we’d ever see NFL teams secede like that, the intrigue surrounding the 49ers and what they do with the #3 pick in the NFL Draft, if Bill Belichick and the Patriots could move up in the draft to take a QB, if the Broncos, Bears or WFT could jockey for position in the draft to select a quarterback, Alex Smith’s future now that he’s retired from the NFL, if the Falcons should select Florida TE Kyle Smith or draft their quarterback of the future, Rich wraps up the hour reacting to Trevor Lawrence defending his comments that were perceived as a lack of love for and commitment to football, and how much better he could be if the soon-to-be-Jags QB ever gets a chip on his shoulder. And make sure you check out Rich's other podcast: Just Getting Started with Rich Eisen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
NFL Network analyst Bucky Brooks and Rich discuss if the hype surrounding Florida TE Kyle Pitts is legit and if the Falcons should select in with the #4 pick, why the Niners ARE NOT taking Mac Jones with the 3rd overall pick in the NFL Draft, how far the “pedestrian” Alabama QB could fall in the draft, and if the 49ers knew which quarterback they wanted when they traded up to the #3 spot. WWE Chief Brand Officer Stephanie McMahon tells Rich about her first memories from a life steeped in professional wrestling, A+E’s new show ‘WWE’s Most Wanted Treasures’ and her longtime friendship with the late Andre the Giant, which celebrities and cross-over athletes we might see in upcoming Wrestlemanias, and Rich makes his case for becoming a WWE wrestler a la Pat McAfee. Rich wraps up the hour with some big news about his 40-yard dash this year! And make sure you check out Rich's other podcast: Just Getting Started with Rich Eisen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sports Illustrated Senior Writer Michael Rosenberg and Rich discuss his in-depth profile of Trevor Lawrence and reveals what makes the Clemson QB tick, how Lawrence’s maturity and even-keeled mindset will allow him to handle losing more often than he’s used to, why Lawrence would have been a great fit with the Jets and resistant to the lure of New York’s distractions, and which story from his SI piece that didn’t make it into the final version. Rich reflects on the 21-year anniversary of the Patriots drafting Tom Brady and how the obscure 6th round draft pick transformed himself into the NFL’s GOAT quarterback. The guys dust of their “Higher Register” segment with sorta-semi-hot-but-more-tepid-to-doubtful takes on the Celtics’ chances to win the East, TJ’s sports card collection obsession, Tony LaRussa’s impact on the White Sox, and if Mike Del Tufo really should DJ Rich’s son’s bar mitzvah. And make sure you check out Rich's other podcast: Just Getting Started with Rich Eisen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off the hour reminding everyone that we’re now two weeks away from knowing how the top of the NFL Draft will playout, and in the meantime offers up his “Come At Me!” mock draft. New Tennessee State Head Football Coach Eddie George tells Rich why he got into coaching and why it was a difficult decision that now seems like a no-brainer, how Deion Sanders taking the Jackson State coaching job inspired his decision, why we might see more former players with no coaching experience landing head coaching jobs, his long-standing rivalry with Deion, and why the Tennessee State motto goes against everything he believes as an Ohio State alum. Rich wraps up the hour revealing his Sports Emmy award for hosting the NFL 100 series. And make sure you check out Rich's other podcast: Just Getting Started with Rich Eisen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Pro Football Hall of Famer Michael Irvin reacts to Stephen A. Smith’s appearance on the show this week where he ripped Irv’s beloved Cowboys, tells Rich if the Cowboys should move up in the NFL Draft to select Kyle Pitts and if he’d want the Florida TE to wear the Cowboys iconic #88, and hilariously responds to Stephen A.’s allegations that Irvin is actually bald and wears a toupee. Rich and the guys react to White Sox pitcher Carlos Rodon losing his perfect game in the 9th inning with a controversial Hit By Pitch and if there will be any repercussions from the latest incident of someone breaking baseball’s “Unwritten Rules.” The guys also reflect on the anniversary of Jackie Robinson breaking baseball’s color barrier and how he changed the game in ways in which you might not have been aware. ‘Brother from Another’ co-host Michael Holley and Rich wrap up the hour discussing Bill Belichick’s tenuous relationship with the media and why guessing how the Patriots’ head coach will respond to a question is usually a losing proposition. And make sure you check out Rich's other podcast: Just Getting Started with Rich Eisen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off the hour reacting to the late game heroics by Dallas Mavericks guard Luca Doncic and Atlanta Braves outfielder Ronald Acuña Jr., explaining how lucky we are as sports fans to witness the blossoming of such transcendent young talent. Rich reacts to some eyebrow-raising comments by and about Trevor Lawrence in Sports Illustrated, and wonders why the Clemson QB is getting a pass on not being 100% committed to football due to his pre-ordained status as the NFL’s Next Big Thing. Rams Head Coach Sean McVay and Rich discuss what new quarterback Matthew Stafford brings to his offense, why he parted ways with Jared Goff and how the Stafford-Goff trade went down at a spa in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico, the 49ers options with the #3 pick in the NFL Draft and why competing in the stacked NFC West isn’t as much fun for him as it is for football fans, and the impact on coaches when players opt out of voluntary off-season workouts. Rich wraps up the hour reacting to the surprising retirement of Nets F LaMarcus Aldridge after suffering an irregular heartbeat episode. And make sure you check out Rich's other podcast: Just Getting Started with Rich Eisen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off the hour reacting to the late game heroics by Dallas Mavericks guard Luca Doncic and Atlanta Braves outfielder Ronald Acuña Jr., explaining how lucky we are as sports fans to witness the blossoming of such transcendent young talent. Rich reacts to some eyebrow-raising comments by and about Trevor Lawrence in Sports Illustrated, and wonders why the Clemson QB is getting a pass on not being 100% committed to football due to his pre-ordained status as the NFL’s Next Big Thing. Rams Head Coach Sean McVay and Rich discuss what new quarterback Matthew Stafford brings to his offense, why he parted ways with Jared Goff and how the Stafford-Goff trade went down at a spa in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico, the 49ers options with the #3 pick in the NFL Draft and why competing in the stacked NFC West isn’t as much fun for him as it is for football fans, and the impact on coaches when players opt out of voluntary off-season workouts. Rich wraps up the hour reacting to the surprising retirement of Nets F LaMarcus Aldridge after suffering an irregular heartbeat episode. And make sure you check out Rich's other podcast: Just Getting Started with Rich Eisen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
ESPN Host & Commentator Stephen A. Smith and Rich discuss his new ESPN+ show ‘Stephen A’s World’ and if he misses his roots as a sportswriter, why he thrills in and takes extreme delight in seeing Dallas Cowboys fans suffer at the foibles of America’s Team, his longtime relationship with Sixers Hall of Famer Allen Iverson, the 76ers chances to get past the Brooklyn Nets to win the East, his pick to win the NBA’s Western Conference and why a lot of people are overrating Kawhi Leonard, why he was VERY disappointed with coaching Lil Rel Howrey in the “fixed” NBA All-Star Celebrity Game, his beef with Common and how he plans to settle the score, and more final poke (or two) at Cowboys Hall of Famer Michael Irvin’s wardrobe and hair. And make sure you check out Rich's other podcast: Just Getting Started with Rich Eisen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich starts the hour kicking off the 100-day countdown to the Tokyo Games by revealing which Olympic sport he’d win a gold medal in…IF that sport actually existed. Actor/Comedian David Alan Grier and Rich discuss his DEEP love and appreciation for his Rich Eisen Show mug, what it’s like to play Jamie Foxx’s dad even though he’s only 11 years older than the Academy Award winner, that time he gave the Godfather of Soul James Brown a fake haircut on ‘In Living Color,’ his new Netflix sitcom ‘Dad Stop Embarrassing Me!,’ why even he is shocked by the fullness and color of his new beard, and offers up a review of his new show while channeling his classic ILC character Calhoun Tubbs. Rich wraps up the hour remarking on Alex Rodriguez buying the Minnesota Timberwolves and having the T-Wolves’ star young player Anthony Edwards having no clue who he is. At all. And make sure you check out Rich's other podcast: Just Getting Started with Rich Eisen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off the hour discussing Justin Fields 2nd pro day and if the 49ers are actually targeting the Ohio State QB with the 3rd pick in the draft. Cleveland Browns C and NFLPA President J.C. Tretter and Rich discuss the growing number of players opting out of teams’ “voluntary” off-season workouts in the face of the ongoing Covid-19 threat, the Players Union’s stance on requiring players to get Covid vaccinations, and the Browns’ improvement in 2020 under new head coach Kevin Stefanski and the maturity of QB Baker Mayfield. Rich offering up his take on NFL players en masse deciding to skip voluntary off-season workouts, and why coaches are right to be disappointed in that from an X’s and O’s point of view. Rich wraps up the hour reacting to news that Jadeveon Clowney has signed with the Browns and what that means for Cleveland’s chances to win the AFC North next season. And make sure you check out Rich's other podcast: Just Getting Started with Rich Eisen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
3-time Super Bowl champion Mark Schlereth and Rich discuss the Jets’ chances to reverse the their fortunes under new head coach Robert Saleh and a new quarterback, his response to offending Jets fans by offending them even more, if the Broncos could be in the market for a new QB in this year’s draft, and why Hall of Fame safety Steve Atwater had an apt nickname, and why he thought it meant something other than what it actually meant. Rich and the guys break down Mel Kiper’s latest mock draft that has features two big trades in the top ten including the Patriots moving up to the Cowboys current slot at #10. Chris Brockman wraps up the hour with the latest news and notes from around the NFL including former Steelers RB James Conner signing with the Arizona Cardinals. And make sure you check out Rich's other podcast: Just Getting Started with Rich Eisen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
CBS Sports/NFL Network analyst Charles Davis and Rich discuss if the crazy hype around Florida TE Kyle Pitts is legit or not, why the 49ers could select with the number three pick in the draft, if we could see teams like the Patriots jockeying to move up to select their next QB, and how a change of scenery will benefit Sam Darnold in Carolina Rich offers up his (unsolicited) solution to MLB’s ongoing issues with replay reviews and why umpires aren’t required to explain to managers, players, fans and viewers what is being reviewed and what the final determination is. And make sure you check out Rich's other podcast: Just Getting Started with Rich Eisen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off the hour reacting to Julian Edelman’s retirement and explains why he’s not going to wade into the ‘Is Julian Edelman a Hall of Famer’ debate. Stanford Head Coach David Shaw and Rich discuss how the two top NFL Draft QB prospects, Trevor Lawrence and Zach Wilson, measure up, if the perceived red flags on Wilson are legitimate, which QB would be the best fit for the 49ers with the 3rd overall pick, why his Cardinal QB Davis Mills iis just as good as the other top quarterbacks in the draft, and why the Falcons should run to the NFL Draft podium and select Florida tight end Kyle Pitts. After saying he won’t talk about Julian Edelman’s Hall of Fame worthiness, caller Cathy in Philadelphia lures Rich into talking about Julian Edelman’s Hall of Fame worthiness. And make sure you check out Rich's other podcast: Just Getting Started with Rich Eisen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Actor O’Shea Jackson Jr. announces to Rich that he’s throwing his hat in the ring to wrestle in Wrestlemania 39 in Los Angeles, breaks down Wrestlemania 37’s main events, and tells Rich what’s it’s like to become part of the ‘Star Wars’ universe on the upcoming Disney+ Series ‘Obi Wan Kenobi.’ Actor Jonathan Tucker and Rich renew their friendly-but-not-so-friendly Yankees-Red Sox rivalry, discuss why the former ‘Kingdom’ star is still in love with all things MMA, his new NBC show ‘Debris’ and if he believes in UFOs, and why he won’t be cutting the cord when it comes to watching sports on TV anytime soon. Rich wraps up the hour reacting to Sam Darnold’s first press conference with the Carolina Panthers and explains why the 23-year-old has a better chance to succeed there than he did with the Jets. And make sure you check out Rich's other podcast: Just Getting Started with Rich Eisen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Florida Gators TE Kyle Pitts and Rich discuss his status as one of the top prospects in the NFL Draft and his reaction to some people hyping him up as a future Hall of Famer, how he and his family, die-hard Eagles fans, would react to him being drafted by their rival Cowboys, and his expectations on where he’ll be drafted and his draft night plans. Rich and TJ Jefferson get into a heated discussion on why the Cowboys should move up in the draft to take Kyle Pitts. Rich wraps up the hour discussion what kind of NFL owner he would be in reaction to an article in The Athletic detailing how the Eagles went from Super Bowl champions to also rans under the heavy-handed tactics for their owner Jeffrey Lurie. And make sure you check out Rich's other podcast: Just Getting Started with Rich Eisen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich tees off the hour recapping Hideki Matsuyama’s historic Masters win to become the first Japanese to win a golf major. ESPN SportsCenter anchor and golf host Scott Van Pelt and Rich discuss the impact of Hideki Matsuyama’s Masters victory and how it could earn him a billion dollars in endorsements going forward, the Matsuyama airport sightings wearing his new Augusta National green jacket in what is likely the last commercial flight he’ll ever take, and if Bryson DeChambeau’s big-hitting game can ever win The Masters. Rich wraps up the hour reacting to yet another MLB umpiring controversy that saw the Phillies beat the Braves thanks to a blown call at the plate that was upheld by replay which detracts from people talking about all the good things in baseball. And make sure you check out Rich's other podcast: Just Getting Started with Rich Eisen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
TJ Jefferson starts the hour with a THROROUGH Wrestlemania 37 preview breaking down all the storylines that could play out at the WWE’s flagship event. Rich and the guys have some fun with the news that North Dakota State QB Trey Lance will be holding a 2nd pro day, like Justin Fields also will do. Emmy Award-winning actor Bobby Cannavale and Rich discuss the why hope and optimism are two things completely foreign to Jets fans everywhere, his new ‘Thunder Force’ Netflix movie with Melissa McCarthy, and the Mets/Michael Conforto hit-by-pitch controversy. And make sure you check out Rich's other podcast: Just Getting Started with Rich Eisen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off the hour explain why Jets fans are completely buying in to Zach Wilson as the franchise’s savior despite the fact that most of them probably haven’t seen him play a down of football at BYU. Rich and the guys do a deep dive into the Mets-Marlins controversy that saw New York’s Michael Conforto create a Hit-by-Pitch by leaning into a pitch over the plate that forced in the game-winning run against Miami. Former Falcons GM Thomas Dimitroff and Rich discuss Atlanta’s perspective heading into the NFL Draft where they currently hold the #4 pick, what it would take for the Falcons to trade out of that spot, who he would select at #4 if he were still calling the shots in Atlanta, and the 49ers options with the 3rd overall pick in the draft. Rich and the guys wrap up the hour debating how much longer Tom Brady will/can play and if 12 Super Bowls is a realistic goal for the 7-time Super Bowl champion. And make sure you check out Rich's other podcast: Just Getting Started with Rich Eisen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich begins the hour breaking down the Atlanta Falcons’ options with the #4 pick in the NFL Draft: keep Matt Ryan and draft a new offensive weapon for him or draft a QB to begin a new era with their new head coach and GM. NFL Insider Ian Rapoport and Rich discuss Michael Conforto’s controversial hit-by-pitch to give the Mets a win over the Marlins, if the 49ers are leaning toward drafting Mac Jones at #3, what the Falcons could do with their 4th overall draft pick, if the Seahawks still might trade Russell Wilson before the season, his predictions for how the top 5 picks in the NFL Draft will go down, and Aaron Rodgers’ murky future with the Green Bay Packers. Rich and Chris Brockman wrap up the hour discussing the Celtics disappointment this season and when things might start getting hot under the seat of head coach Brad Stevens. And make sure you check out Rich's other podcast: Just Getting Started with Rich Eisen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich sits down with businessman, entrepreneur, author, and social media personality Gary Vaynerchuk. Gary harks back to his childhood and explains how being raised by Russian-Immigrant parents sparked his entrepreneurial spirit from a young age. The two delve deep into why human beings allow fear to stop them from pursuing their dreams. Plus, what if Gary owned The New York Jets? Subscribe Today: Just Getting Started with Rich Eisen Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich and the guys break down the viral video of Jameis Winston’s water workout and wonder if he’s just trolling us now, and why he’s likely to win the Saints starting QB job over Taysom Hill. Actor Christopher Mintz-Plasse and Rich discuss his role in the Academy Award Best Picture nominated ‘Promising Young Woman,’ his Boston sports fandom that includes dinner with Rajon Rondo, partying with Rob Gronkowksi, but DOES NOT include being in a Paul Pierce Instagram video, how he landed the iconic McLovin role in Judd Apatow’s ‘Superbad’ and if it’s true his mom was on-set for his sex scene in that film, and his reaction to learning that the Dan Patrick Show has its own ‘McLovin. ‘Brother from Another’ co-host Michael Smith wraps up the hour revealing why he’s 100% head-over-heals in love with the NFL Draft. And make sure you check out Rich's other podcast: Just Getting Started with Rich Eisen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich and the guys open the hour with a HEATED debate on whether it’s better to be a hands-on (Jerry Jones) or a hands-off (Robert Kraft) NFL owner. WWE Superstar John Cena and Rich discuss how he came to be the co-host of TBS’s ‘Wipeout’ and why he enjoys that job so much, his experience as a scene-stealer in the Amy Schumer comedy ‘Trainwreck,’ and reveals his favorite Wrestlemania moments from over the years at the WWE’s flagship event. Rich wraps up the hour making a BOLD bet with a caller who predicts the 49ers won’t take a quarterback after trading up to the #3 pick in the NFL Draft, and offers up his thoughts only ten players attending the NFL Draft in-person in Cleveland this year. And make sure you check out Rich's other podcast: Just Getting Started with Rich Eisen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off the hour breaking down the growing intrigue around which QB the 49ers will select with the #3 pick in the NFL Draft, reacts to reports of Jerry Jones’ “infatuation” with Florida TE Kyle Pitts and if the Cowboys could move up to draft him, and explains why the NFC West is the most interesting division in the NFL. ESPN NFL Draft Analyst Matt Miller and Rich discuss why Ohio State QB Justin Fields isn’t getting his due respect from draft evaluators, if the 49ers are leaning toward Mac Jones with the #3 pick in the NFL Draft, the Falcons’ options with the 4th pick in the draft, how this year’s QB draft class compares to recent years’ classes, and which players could drop in the draft because of medical red flags. Rich wraps up the hour explaining if NFL teams should draft their QB of the future when the opportunity presents itself or if they should look ahead to future draft classes. And make sure you check out Rich's other podcast: Just Getting Started with Rich Eisen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
NASCAR Cup Series driver Bubba Wallace tells Rich what it was like leaving Richard Petty Motorsports to join Michael Jordan’s upstart racing team, and how he grew as a personally and professionally after an eventful and trying 2020. Chris Brockman runs through the latest news from the world of sports including Tom Brady’s comments about the difference between playing for Bill Belichick and Bruce Arians, and Rams GM Les Sneed saying he expects Matthew Stafford to be their QB for many years to come. Philadelphia 76ers President of Basketball Operations Daryl Morey and Rich discuss the Sixers’ chances to win the East’s #1 seed and why home field advantage has returned to the NBA, Rich’s upcoming interview with Cardinals DE JJ Watt at the Sloan Sports Analytics Conference, and the growing role of analytics in the NFL including the possible obsolescence of the 40-yard dash. And make sure you check out Rich's other podcast: Just Getting Started with Rich Eisen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
To honor the anniversary of the release of ‘Major League’ Rich and the guys open the hour debating which fictional pitcher they’d want on the mound for their team in a World Series Game 7, (timestamp) which leads to Rich reacting to Angels fans trolling the Astros by throwing trash cans on the field showing baseball fans won’t soon forgive them for cheating their way to a World Series title in 2017. WWE Champion Bobby Lashley and Rich discuss if ‘Die Hard’ is a Christmas movie, his preparation for the upcoming Wrestlemania, how being the victim of a bank robbery catapulted him toward a career in professional wrestling, why Drew McIntyre is just a “stepping stone” for him, and Tj Jefferson’s pitch to become a member of The Hurt Business. Rich and the guys wrap up the hour discussing Mike Del Tufo’s new boat, and Rich shares why all three of his kids made sure he got ZERO sleep last night. And make sure you check out Rich's other podcast: Just Getting Started with Rich Eisen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich begins the hour reflecting on the latest in the Deshaun Watson saga which saw two of his accusers spoke out publicly and sponsors like Nike severing ties with the Texans quarterback. Baylor Basketball’s Scott Drew tells Rich what it feels like to finally win a National Championship after 18 years as the Bears’ head coach, how he recruits for and coaches the relentless mindset that is the hallmark of his program, what it meant having his close-knit family and friends there to witness him cutting down the nets, and what it means being the first team from the Lone Star State to win a title since Texas Western in 1966. Rich wraps up the hour discussing if the bad blood between Russell Wilson and the Seahawks has healed or if the superstar QB could still be dealt before the NFL Draft. And make sure you check out Rich's other podcast: Just Getting Started with Rich Eisen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich and the guys kick off the hour debating which QB (not named Matthew Stafford) will have the most success with their new team this season with Rich casting his vote for Ryan Fitzpatrick on the Washington Football Team. Actor Wyatt Russell and Rich discuss how he landed the Captain America role in ‘The Falcon and the Winter Soldier,’ his lifelong love of hockey that eventually led him to a professional career as a goaltender in Europe, how his father, Kurt Russell, schooled him on the history of the USA’s upset over the USSR in the ‘Miracle on Ice,’ that time he attended a game with Ronald and Nancy Reagan as a young kid, and how he’s handing Marvel fans’ reaction to him taking over the Captain America role from Chris Evans. Rich wraps up the hour reacting to Aaron Rodgers’ debut as the ‘Jeopardy!’ host and the great Packers-trolling response one of the contestants gave for his Final Jeopardy answer. And make sure you check out Rich's other podcast: Just Getting Started with Rich Eisen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Washington Football Team head coach Ron Rivera and Rich discuss WFT’s QB depth chart and what newly-acquired Ryan Fitzpatrick brings to the team, why he parted ways with Alex Smith after the quarterback’s heroic return last season, what newly-acquired WR Curtis Samuel means for the team’s burgeoning passing attack, his reaction to a possible ‘sky judge’ ref and how the new 17-game season will impact the way his teams prepare week-to-week, and how legendary coach John Madden transformed him from a by-the-book coach into “Riverboat Ron,” and why he’s NOT in favor of changing the NFL’s controversial end zone/pylon fumble rule. Rich and the guys marvel at the viral video of Bryson DeChambeau’s manic session just HAMMERING balls on the Augusta National Driving range at this week’s Masters. Rich wraps up the hour with a controversial take, revealing that cannot stand the “One Shining Moment” highlight package that CBS traditionally airs at the end of the NCAA Tournament which touches off a very heated debate. And make sure you check out Rich's other podcast: Just Getting Started with Rich Eisen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich tips off the hour recapping Baylor’s absolute demolition of previously unbeaten Gonzaga in the NCAA Tournament’s National Championship game, (timestamp) then breaks down the trade that sent Sam Darnold to the Carolina Panthers, and explains why he’s in a much better situation that he was with the Jets. ESPN College Basketball Analyst Jay Bilas and Rich discuss Baylor’s domination of Gonzaga and explains why the draining UCLA game had zero impact on the Zags poor showing in the title game, how Scott Drew transformed the Baylor program from an absolute dumpster fire into National Champions, his reaction to Hubert Davis taking over the reins at North Carolina, and possible big changes coming to the NCAA’s amateurism/Name-Image-Likeness policies after getting battered by the Supreme Court last week. Rich wraps up the hour debating if the Jets did the right thing by trading Sam Darnold, and his advice for BYU QB Zach Wilson. And make sure you check out Rich's other podcast: Just Getting Started with Rich Eisen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich and the guys continue their “Lose in a Heartbreaker vs Lose in a Blowout” debate using those Buffalo Bills Super Bowl teams and the long-suffering Detroit Lions as examples. With Rich’s wife Suzy Shuster debating on whether to watch ‘The Departed’ on her cross-country flight the guys get into a debate on which era of Martin Scorsese’s career is the best. Chris Brockman wraps up the hour with the latest news and notes from the world of sports. And make sure you check out Rich's other podcast: Just Getting Started with Rich Eisen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich begins the hour explaining why he, a Michigan alum, was rooting for UCLA to beat Gonzaga, and how the end of the Bruins season mirrors a certain plot point in the horror classic ‘The Shining.’ Rich and the guys debate if it’s better to lose in a blowout like Houston lost to Baylor or in heartbreaking fashion a la UCLA vs Gonzaga? NBC Sports’ Peter King and Rich discuss why this could be an unprecedented NFL Draft when it comes to how many QBs will be taken in the first few picks and how the Jets could shake everything up with their pick at #2, why Jimmy Garoppolo isn’t likely to be traded by the 49ers, the chances Ohio State quarterback Justin Fields drops in the draft, and if he’d rather see his favorite team lose in heartbreaking fashion or in a blowout. Rich wraps up the hour reacting to Stanford beating Arizona for the Women’s National Championship and reflects on the Cardinal’s accomplishment in the face of being on the road for 10 straight weeks leading up to their title. And make sure you check out Rich's other podcast: Just Getting Started with Rich Eisen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich tips off the hour reacting to the “instant classic” that was the epic Final Four overtime thriller between UCLA and Gonzaga. CBS Sports’ Hall of Fame announcer Jim Nantz and Rich discuss his call of the epic ending between the Zags and Bruins and where it ranks among the sport’s all-time games, how he sees the Gonzaga-Baylor National Championship game playing out, the top stories to watch for at The Masters this week, and why you shouldn’t bet against Tiger Woods returning to the golf course at some point in the future. Rich and the guys wrap up the hour trying for the millionth time to convince Chris Brockman to watch the Humphrey Bogart classic ‘Casablanca.’ And make sure you check out Rich's other podcast: Just Getting Started with Rich Eisen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Rich and the guys start the hour reacting to Michael Strahan’s April Fools gap-tooth prank and grill Mike Del Tufo for taking credit for sniffing out the prank when it was actually TJ Jefferson who made the initial call. Actor & Comedian Lil Rel Howery and Rich talk the surprising success of his Netflix prank movie ‘Bad Trip’ and why you’ll want to watch it just for the cocky priest, and why his NBA All-Star Celebrity Game dreams went down in flames and led to his benching by coach Stephen A. Smith. And make sure to check out Rich's other podcast every Friday: Just Getting Started with Rich Eisen Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
CBS Sports’ and Brooklyn Nets announcer Ian Eagle and Rich discuss how amazing this year’s NCAA Tournament has been, why Gonzaga is the best tournament team he’s seen in his two decades of calling March Madness games and if UCLA can pull off a stunning upset of the Zags, his dropping an awesome Megan Thee Stallion reference during one of his tourney games this year, the Nets’ chances to erase their long history of NBA irrelevance, and his predictions on how the Final Four plays out. Rich and the guys react to Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts changing his number from 2 to 1 and wonder if that has anything to do with Carson Wentz switching to #2 with the Colts. Basketball Hall of Famer Bill Walton tells (yells?) Rich how much love and enthusiasm for life and basketball, what will be the basis of his upcoming on-air conversation with fellow UCLA great Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, and if the underdog Bruins can pull off the upset against unbeaten Gonzaga. And make sure to check out Rich's other podcast every Friday: Just Getting Started with Rich Eisen Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off the hour remind everyone that we are exactly one month away from the NFL Draft and that he is exactly 1000% nervous that the Jets will screw it up completely. Rich reacts to comments by Bears’ GM Ryan Pace touting Andy Dalton’s resume, and reminds Chicago fans that they probably deserved better. NFL Films analyst Greg Cosell and Rich discuss if Trevor Lawrence is really that much better than BYU quarterback Zach Wilson, if the Jets could surprise everyone and stick with Sam Darnold as their QB instead of drafting his replacement, if Mac Jones or Trey Lance will be the third quarterback off the board on draft day, why Ohio State’s Justin Fields reminds him of a smaller version of Cam Newton, which dark horse QB the Bears could target later on in the draft, and if the top draft QBs can be compared to any current NFL QBs. Rich wraps up the hour debating TJ on whether all the pundits are overrating Clemson’s Trevor Lawrence as the NFL’s “Next Great QB.” And make sure to check out Rich's other podcast every Friday: Just Getting Started with Rich Eisen Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich and the guys start the hour grilling long-time Yankees fan Mike Del Tufo who says he’s going to switch his allegiance to the Mets if the Pinstripes don’t win the World Series this season. The guys also do a DEEP dive into Titans Qb Ryan Tannehill’s response to Derrick Henry’s INSANE pushups-on-an-exercise-ball-and-strength-band-with-a-chain-over-your-neck workout which leads to a fun game of 80’s Action Hero/Film Set Job Mad-Libs. Actor and Emmy-winning writer Bob Odenkirk and Rich discuss his longtime Chicago Cubs fandom, why you shouldn’t watch his new film ‘Nobody’ with your kids, working with Garry Shandling in the seminal HBO comedy ‘The Larry Sanders Show,’ and if he’s in the know about how ‘Better Call Saul’ will wrap up its series storyline. And make sure you check out Rich's other podcast: Just Getting Started with Rich Eisen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich tips off the hour reacting to the news that North Carolina’s Roy Williams is retiring and wondering if Celtics head coach Brad Stevens could be in line to replace the 3-time national champion coach in Chapel Hill. With the 49ers trading up to #3, Rich and the guys discuss the growing intrigue about which QB’s will get drafted by which teams and some possible wheeling and dealing that could do down. Acclaimed golf swing coach and Golf Channel/Golf Pass host Chris Como and Rich discuss Bryson DeChambeau’s absolute desire to become the best in golf despite using methods that have rankled the sports’ traditionalists, the advice he has for all the hackers out there along with the ultimate flex when Rich asks for a lesson. And make sure you check out Rich's other podcast: Just Getting Started with Rich Eisen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich starts the hour reacting to TJ Jefferson’s April Fool’s tweet about the Bears trading for Russell Wilson which DID NOT go over well with die-hard Chicago fan Jeff Garlin, so the ‘Curb Your Enthusiasm’ actor/comedian called into the show to “voice his displeasure.” Jomboy dials in and reveals to Rich where the “Jomboy” name came from and how MLB has reacted to his sudden online stardom covering the more controversial aspects of baseball, his preview of the National League and why the Padres have a better chance to win the World Series than the NL West, an American League preview, and his Cy Young/MVP favorites in the NL and AL. Rich warps up the hour giving his preview of his beloved Yankees and their chances to win the World Series this season. And make sure you check out Rich's other podcast: Just Getting Started with Rich Eisen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Two-time Super Bowl champion Chris Long and Rich discuss the importance/overemphasis on pro days for NFL prospects, why current NFL players have a right to be upset with the league expanding to a 17-game regular season, the Eagles’ “confusing” off-season and why this could be a make-or-break season for the team’s front office, what kind of quarterback Colts fans can expect in Carson Wentz next season, and why you can expect to see Jimmy Garoppolo back with the Patriots soon. With the NFL moving to a 17-game regular season, Rich busts out a special version of “Sneaky Good Games” showcasing the top Week 18 games to watch in the upcoming NFL season. Rich and the guys wrap up the hour reacting to Michael Strahan’s decision to fix his trademark gap-toothed smile and wonder if it’s not all just an elaborate April Fool’s joke. And please check out Rich's other podcast every Friday: Just Getting Started with Rich Eisen Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Turner Sports NBA Analyst and Michigan alum Chris Webber and Rich discuss the Wolverines’ upset loss to UCLA in their Elite 8 matchup and how Bruins alum Reggie Miller wouldn’t stop trash talk texting him about it, why Juwan Howard has a bright future in Ann Arbor while breaking the bias against big man coaches, why he, an pioneer of baggy shorts in basketball, IS NOT A FAN of the trend toward John Stockton-esque short shorts, why the NBA needs to change its policy on teams adding high-quality players via buyouts, and his message for former Lions QB Matthew Stafford. FOX Sports NFL Rules Analyst and former NFL VP of Officiating Mike Pereira and Rich discuss if the End Zone/Pylon Fumble Rule will ever be changed, why the proposed “Sky Judge” proposal is good theory but flawed in how it could be implemented, and why the NFL is thinking about tinkering with Overtime rules and onside kicks, and his 4th & 15 proposal to replace the current system. Rich wraps up the hour presenting the new statistical milestones that NFL QBs, RBs, and receivers now have to strive for if they want to be known as the single season record holder for passing yards, receiving yards and touchdowns, and rushing yards. And please check out Rich's other podcast every Friday: Just Getting Started with Rich Eisen Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Michigan alum Rich tips off the hour giving props to UCLA for bouncing his #1-seeded Wolverines from the NCAA Tournament for their first trip to the Final Four since 2008. Rich recaps to the stellar pro days of LSU wide receiver Ja’Marr Chase and Florida Gators tight end Kyle Pitts, and why the Eagles might already regret trading out of the #6 slot in the NFL Draft. Rich reacts to the growing number of lawsuits against Texans QB Deshaun Watson, and tries to read between the lines of recent comments from Houston’s GM Nick Caserio and what the allegations mean for Watson’s trade market. And make sure you check out Rich's other podcast every Friday: Just Getting Started with Rich Eisen Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Pro Football Talk’s Mike Florio and Rich discuss which QB the 49ers are targeting after trading up to get the 3rd overall pick in the NFL Draft, if the Jets are dead set on Zach Wilson with the #2 pick or if Justin Fields or Mac Jones could be in the mix for New York, if 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan still holds a torch for Vikings QB Kirk Cousins, his reaction to the latest allegations against Deshaun Watson that came out in a recent Sports Illustrated story, and the NFL’s options to discipline Watson in the face of the mounting lawsuits against him. Rich and the guys react to the NFL officially announcing a 17-game season and how it will impact scheduling, and wrap up the show getting the scoop from TJ Jefferson on his bid to become a contestant on ‘The Price Is Right.’ And make sure to check out Rich's other podcast every Friday: Just Getting Started with Rich Eisen Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off the hour reacting to Justin Fields’ eye-popping 40 time at his pro day, and admits to his “Jets insecurity” because of the team’s long history of disappointment with highly-touted quarterbacks. Actor Denis Leary tells Rich how much he was hoping for Tom Brady to fail in Tampa so there would be a Bill Belichick-Brady reunion in New England, reveals that Belichick played a big role in preparing for his role as an NFL head coach in ‘Draft Day’ and what the Patriots coach surprisingly did one time when Leary invited him to the ‘Rescue Me’ set, his role in the iconic sports movie ‘The Sandlot,’ what it was like to work with Kevin Costner, and the new season of this FOX sitcom ‘The Moodys.’ Rich wraps up the hour issuing a correction on his rant against People Magazine for naming Prince William the World’s Sexiest Bald Man. And make sure to check out Rich's other podcast every Friday: Just Getting Started with Rich Eisen Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich opens the hour recapping the latest from the NCAA Tournament’s Sweet 16, and the guys still can’t believe they’re losing the bracket challenge to Rich’s ten-year-old son. Rich breaks down the 49ers recent press conference and marvels at the absolute 100% honesty of the Niners’ GM John Lynch and Head Coach Kyle Shanahan on Jimmy Garoppolo’s future as the team’s starting QB. Future Hall of Famer Drew Brees tells Rich what his proudest NFL accomplishment was, if he was having second thoughts about hanging up his cleats before formally announcing his retirement, and how close he came to signing with the Dolphins before he eventually opted on the Saints. And make sure to check out Rich's other podcast every Friday: Just Getting Started with Rich Eisen Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The MMQB’s Albert Breer and Rich discuss the inside machinations that saw the 49ers, Dolphins, and Eagles shuffling the deck atop the 2021 NFL Draft, if the 49ers will be shopping Jimmy Garoppolo if they take a QB with the #3 pick in the Draft, how the mounting lawsuits and allegations against Deshaun Watson are impacting his trade market, and why Aaron Rodgers is reluctant to restructure his Packers contract. Actor Joe Manganiello and Rich discuss the premise of his new movie ‘Shoplifters of the World,’ why he’s wary of the Steelers prospects for the 2021 season, who should be Pittsburgh’s next quarterback after they move on from Ben Roethlisberger, and his reaction to Zach Snyder’s 4-hour ‘Justice League’ cut. Rich and the guys wrap up the hour reacting to the news that TJ Jefferson will get a shot to “come on down” and win some fabulous prizes on ‘The Price Is Right.’ And make sure to check out Rich's other podcast every Friday: Just Getting Started with Rich Eisen Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
NFL Network analyst Daniel Jeremiah tells Rich which QB the 49ers are surprisingly targeting in the Draft after moving up to the #3 spot, why Zach Wilson is a lock to go to the Jets with the #2 pick, how the Dolphins are poised to make a run at Deshaun Watson after moving back from the #3 spot in the draft, and possible landing spots for Sam Darnold if the Jets go with a QB in the draft and decide to trade their incumbent starter. Rich updates how he and the staff are doing in their March Madness brackets competition against his kids (guess who’s winning and guess who’s in last. Again), and reacts to reports that the NFL will announce a 17-game regular season this week and the financial and physical impact on players and owners. (timestamp). Rich wraps up the hour taking umbrage with a report that Prince William has been named the World’s Sexiest Bald Man…especially since he’s not even completely bald!! And make sure you check out Rich's other podcast every Friday: Just Getting Started with Rich Eisen Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich tips off the hour demonstrating what most fans around the country are feeling right now: complete elation about this year’s thrilling NCAA Tournament (unless your team lost in which case it’s complete despondence). Rich breaks down the big trades that saw the 49ers moving up and the Eagles moving down prior to next month’s NFL Draft and the top five things to take out of those big dealings as they reverberate throughout the league. Rich wraps up the hour explaining why the NBA needs to address teams like the Nets being able to stockpile talent via the league’s buyout policies instead of having to give up assets via the trade route. And make sure to check out Rich's other podcast every Friday: Just Getting Started with Rich Eisen Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Actor-Director Kevin Connolly and guest host Ryan Leaf discuss his new venture ‘Victory the Podcast’ and the early days of HBO’s ‘Entourage,’ how the iconic HBO series would be VERY different if it was rebooted today, how he, a Long Island native, grew up a Miami Dolphins fan, and that night he and TJ Jefferson almost got carjacked in Wilmer Valderrama’s SUV. Ryan shares his amazing story about his recruiting trip to visit the Miami Hurricanes involving limos, cutoff jeans, Warren Sapp…and Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson. Ryan wraps up the hour giving Rich Eisen thanks for the guest hosting opportunity and reflects on what 9 years of sobriety has meant to his life after years of personal turmoil. And please check out Rich's other podcast every Friday: Just Getting Started with Rich Eisen Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Basketball Hall of Famer and Lakers Analyst James Worthy and guest host Ryan Leaf discuss the impact of injuries to LeBron James and Anthony Davis on L.A.’s title hopes, the chances the Lakers could miss the playoffs altogether, if there’s any help available on the buyout market for someone like Andre Drummond or LaMarcus Aldridge, and who should portray him in the upcoming Showtime Lakers miniseries. ESPN NBA Analyst Tim Legler tells Ryan which teams surprised him the most at the NBA Trade Deadline by making and not making moves, which deadline trade will have the biggest impact, if the Lakers are in real trouble with LeBron and AD out with injuries, why the Nets are still the team to beat, and the best fits for Andre Drummond and LaMarcus Aldridge and how the flurry of deadline deals “saved the league” this season. Ryan and the guys wrap up the hour reacting to the breaking news about the blockbuster trades that have gone down in the NFL today that have the 49ers moving up to the #3 spot in the NFL Draft most likely to draft their next quarterback. Don't miss Rich's other podcast, "Just Getting Started". New episodes drop every Friday: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/just-getting-started-with-rich-eisen/id1548813183 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
NFL Network Analytics Expert Cynthia Frelund and guest host Ryan Leaf discuss her latest Mock Draft and explains why NFL teams don’t always draft with the goal of winning right away, why she loves what the Patriots have done this offseason, if Dak Prescott’s ankle injury will limit him next season, and who has the analytical edge in the Saints’ Jameis Winston vs Taysom Hill QB competition. Ryan wraps up the hour sharing a story about how he and his brother spent an eventful New Year’s Eve in Las Vegas one year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Guest host Kirk Morrison kicks off the hour reacting to the Bears’ failed attempt to land Russell Wilson and if Chicago fans should have faith in Andy Dalton and the team’s front office. Sports Illustrated Senior Writer Chris Mannix and Kirk discuss the NBA Trade Deadline and how the Nuggets improved by trading for Magic forward Aaron Gordon, if the Nets are still the team to beat in the East, and LaMelo Ball’s chances to win Rookie of the Year if he misses the rest of the season because of a broken wrist. Kirk wraps up the hour recounting his transition from NFL linebacker to a career in broadcasting and his appreciation of this first booth partner, Dick Stockton, who announced his retirement today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Houston Chronicle’s Texans writer Aaron Wilson and guest host Kirk Morrison discuss the latest in the mushrooming Dehsaun Watson saga, the unusual tactics Watson’s accusers lawyer, Tony Busby, has taken to influence the court of public opinion, how Texans fans have reacted to the Watson allegations and the long-term impact on his playing career and legacy, and how the Watson controversy will impact the way the Texans move forward with their roster. Kirk reflects on his journey to the NFL including what his pre-draft experience was like, why he panicked on draft day, the emotions he felt during his first game as a pro, and what he learned being in the same locker room as Hall of Famers Warren Sapp, Randy Moss and Charles Woodson. Kirk wraps up the hour reacting to Chris Brockman’s “Ryan Fitzpatrick Belongs in the Hall of Fame” case and says why the ageless QB still keeps playing football. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Guest host Kirk Morrison tips of the show discussing the latest in NBA Trade Deadline with Chris Brockman and TJ Jefferson, and ponder how much injuries will effect the playoff seedings for teams like the Lakers and Sixers. NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport and Kirk discuss the NFL’s new Covid protocols for his year’s draft, if the Bears could draft a QB despite the recent signing of Andy Dalton, if the Seahawks would still trade disgruntled QB Russell Wilson after turning down Chicago’s huge offer, why Aaron Rodgers has been reluctant to restructure his Packers contract and Tom Brady’s influence on the mindset of top NFL QB’s, who has the upper hand in the Saints’ QB competition, how the NFL Draft will shake out regarding the top quarterbacks available, and if Jadeveon Clowney can expect to sign a long-term deal this offseason. Kirk and the guys wrap up the hour reacting to breaking news of Aaron Gordon’s trade to the Rockets, what Rajon Rondo would bring to the Clippers in a trade, and George Hills trade to the Sixers, and how forthcoming trades could change the title outlook for many NBA teams. And please check out Rich's other podcast every Friday: Just Getting Started with Rich Eisen Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Guest host Ryan Leaf starts the hour breaking down the Patriots’ off-season moves and if they will have any impact on the Bills’ chances to repeat as AFC East champions, and if Mitchell Trubisky will get another shot at career redemption. Leaf weighs in on the Buccaneers bringing back more of their top free agents and what that means for their chances to repeat as Super Bowl champions. Indianapolis Colts Owner Jim Irsay reveals to Ryan just how close the team came to choosing him over Peyton Manning in the 1998 NFL Draft, his close friendship with the late writer Hunter S. Thompson including a recording of the famed writer leaving him a scathing voicemail, why he reached out to Leaf after his the former NFL quarterback’s post-playing career troubles with addiction, and how much of the bad buzz surrounding Leaf before the ’98 Draft got back to him. The guys wrap up the hour revealing their final choices for their ‘Breakfast Club’ detention group. And please check out Rich's other podcast every Friday: Just Getting Started with Rich Eisen Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
FS1 NBA Analyst Ric Bucher and guest host Ryan Leaf discuss the possibility Lonzo Ball gets moved before the NBA Trade Deadline and which teams are in the market for a new point guard, how injuries to LeBron James and Anthony Davis will impact the Lakers at the trade deadline and their title defense hopes, Oregon State Head Basketball Coach Wayne Tinkle and Ryan discuss the turning point for this team in a season that saw them lose to lowly Portland and then go on to reach the Sweet 16, what kind of player Leaf was coming out of high school and if defense was a big part of his game (it wasn’t), and how he’s keeping his team loose during the long week off in the NCAA Tournament’s Indianapolis bubble. Ryan wraps up the hour recounting his NFL Draft experience in 1998 and reveals which salacious stories about his pre-draft behavior are true and which were just fabrications. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Guest host Ryan Leaf kicks off the hour sharing a great story about how he and his father painted Manhattan red on the night of the 1997 Heisman Trophy Award ceremony. ESPN NFL reporter Jeff Darlington and Ryan discuss the impact the mounting allegations against Deshaun Watson will impact his trade market and possibly his football future, why he’s still not convince Russell Wilson will be on the Seahawks come Week 1, and his reaction to the NFL deciding on having a live draft with fans in attendance in Cleveland this year. Ryan and the guys wrap up the hour paying to tribute to the ‘Breakfast Club’ by naming an athlete, actor and musician they’d most like to be stuck in Saturday detention with. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Guest host Dan Hellie kicks off the hour reacting to Jameis Winston’s emotional statements on Drew Brees’ retirement which leads to a debate on who will be the Saints starting QB next season, Winston or Taysom Hill? Dan and Chris Brockman discuss the Jets’ options with the #2 pick in the NFL Draft and debate if it makes more sense to stick with Sam Darnold or draft Zach Wilson or another QB. Now that the Sweet 16 field is set, Dan and the guys give their picks for the dark horse team that could rise up to knock of top-seeded Gonzaga. The hour wraps up with Oregon Head Coach Dana Altman and Dan discussing the Ducks’ reaching the NCAA Tourney’s Sweet 16, the impressive season from his guard Chris Duarte, and how he’s keeping his team on-point during the long week off before their next game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Athletic’s Senior NBA Writer Sam Amick and guest host Dan Hellie discuss the Lakers approach at the Trade Deadline in the wake of injuries to LeBron James and Anthony Davis, which difference-makers like Aaron Gordon and Kyle Lowry could be on the move before the deadline, if the Nets are the team to beat for the NBA Title, if the Warriors are likely to land Lonzo Ball, and the growth of the NBA’s G League. USC Head Basketball Coach Andy Enfield and Dan discuss reaching the NCAA Tournament’s Sweet 16 and if they used some “uncalled for” criticism by a CBS Sports analyst as motivation in the Trojans’ blowout win over Kansas, the challenge of coaching hoops at a football school, and why the Pac 12, 10-1 in this year’s Big Dance, deserves more credit on the national stage. Dan and Brockman wrap up the hour debating if Mike Tyson should have accepted $25 Million to fight Evander Holyfield again and if there really is an audience for long-retired athletes to come out of retirement to compete again. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Chris Brockman and guest host Dan Hellie tip off the hour reacting to the Giants latest free agent signing, Adoree Jackson, with Dan saying it’s “put up or shut up time” for New York. Dan and the guys also debate if the concerns are valid about the weight of Heisman Trophy-winning wide receiver as the NFL Draft approaches. Pro Football Talk’s Mike Florio and Dan discuss Deshaun Watson’s snowballing legal troubles and what advice he, as a lawyer, would give the Texans QB, what options the NFL has in terms of possible punishment for Watson if the allegations against him prove true, how the Patriots aced and the Giants fumbled their free agent signings, and why there could be at least 5 QBs taken in the first round of the NFL Draft. Brockman and Hellie wrap up the hour discussing the sudden explosion in basketball card collecting and how it’s changed drastically over these two decades, and the joy and frustration of assembling a piece of Ikea furniture. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
NBC Sports’ Peter King tells guest host Dan Hellie why the Patriots fortunes still depend on the QB position despite their recent free agency spending spree, why the Colts deserve a lot of credit for NOT spending a lot of money on free agents, and how Deshaun Watson’s mounting legal troubles will impact his ability to force a trade from the Texans and could eventually keep him off the field if the civil allegations result in criminal charges. Ohio University head coach Jeff Boals and Dan discuss the challenges his team faced this season in the face of the Covid-19 pandemic, the inspiring story of Bobcats point guard Jason Preston who’s gone from obscurity to rising NBA prospect, and the difference between playing in and coaching in the NCAA Tournament. The guys wrap up the hour discussing Urban Meyer’s ‘welcome to the NFL’ moment and if the Jaguars have a legitimate chance to win the AFC South next season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Guest host Dan Hellie tells Chris Brockman the preparation necessary to be able to call play-by-play for sports ranging from the NFL to MMA. Brockman runs through the latest news from the world of sports including the NFL Draft being held live in Cleveland this year, the Giants signing of WR Kenny Golladay and if he deserved a huge contract coming on an injury-plagued season. Dan and the guys break down the big changes in the NFC East and which team should be the frontrunner in the wide-open division for the upcoming season. The guys discuss LeBron James’ sprained ankle and what it means for the Lakers’ playoff outlook if L.A. goes an extended time without their two best players. Loyola Chicago head coach Porter Moser tells Dan how this year’s Ramblers compares to his recent Final Four team, how he gets his players to buy in to playing tenacious defense, why 101-year-old Sister Jean is MUCH feistier than she looks (and if you don’t believe it, see what happens when you don’t return one of her emails), and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Chris Brockman and guest host Dan Hellie tip off the hour breaking down the wild opening weekend in the NCAA Tournament that was chock full of amazing upsets and Cinderella teams crashing the party at the expense of #1 seeds and blue-blood programs. Oral Roberts hoops head coach Paul Mills and Dan discuss the Golden Eagles’ improbable run to the Sweet 16 of the NCAA Tournament and how he keeps his players from believing all the hype surrounding them, the surprising way he and his team will be spending their down time this week, and if he could be in for a change of scenery as a result of his Tourney success this year. Dan breaks down the NFL’s announcement that this year’s Draft will take place in Cleveland with fans and players in attendance, and why we’re likely to see 4 quarterbacks go off the board within the first 7 or 8 picks. Brockman and Dan wrap up the hour debating which Cinderella team has the best chance to reach the Elite 8. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off the hour breaking down the latest on the NFL Free Agency front including JuJu Smith-Schuster re-signing with the Steelers for one year instead of taking more money to play with Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs. Rich dusts off his ‘4 Downs’ segment weighing in on WFT’s reversal of fortune after adding Ryan Fitzpatrick and Curtis Samuel, the Pats not standing pat after missing the playoffs last season, how the Bucs are running it back and how the Chiefs are rebuilding their O-Line, and why Emmanuel Sanders to the Bills might turn out to be the best free agent signing of the off-season. Emmy Award-winning actor Martin Freeman and Rich discuss the news season of his FX comedy ‘Breeders,’ why he, a cast member on the original BBC version of ‘The Office,’ was initially resistant to the idea of an American version of the comedy, what drew him to the first season of the TV version of the classic Coen brothers film ‘Fargo,’ why he was saddened and shocked by the unexpected passing of ‘Black Panther’ co-star Chadwick Boseman, and if there is the sliver of hope for fans that he will re-team with Benedict Cumberbatch for a ‘Sherlock’ revival. Rich reacts to Carson Wentz opting to wear #2 with the Colts which just happens to be the number of the man who supplanted him in Philadelphia, Jalen Hurts. The guys wraps up the hour revealing their Final Four picks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich and the guys revisit TJ’s map-bending sports fandom and get into a heated debate: should you have to root for teams from your hometown or be allowed to adopt teams from other cities? ESPN College Basketball Analyst and Hall of Fame Sportscaster Dick Vitale and Rich discuss the always-thrilling First Round games of the NCAA Tournament, his incredible journey from failed Pistons head coach to the Basketball Hall of Fame including the great story about how he was hired by ESPN, the Michigan head coach Juwan Howard to the NBA rumors, if a Cinderella team can emerge from this year’s Big Dance field, his DEEP love of the Bucs, Rays and Lighting, and a special birthday message for Mike Del Tufo. Rich wraps up the hour pointing out the inequities between the NCAA’s treatment of players in the Women’s College Basketball Tournament vs the emphasis placed on the Men’s College Basketball Tournament after an Oregon player posted a Tik Tok video showing the VAST differences between the weight rooms that were made available for them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off the hour breaking down the NFL’s new TV and Streaming contacts that will go into effect in the 2023 season. (timestamp). With Mitchell Trubisky signing with the Bills, Rich revisits the Bears’ decision to draft him in the first place and why the people who made that decision still have jobs. Super Bowl-winning head coach Doug Pederson and Rich discuss his son’s Pro Day at Louisiana-Monroe and his chances to land with an NFL team as a tight end, the Eagles’ mindset when drafting quarterback Jalen Hurts last year, how things unraveled for Carson Wentz in Philadelphia and if he regrets benching him, why Jalen Hurts has the right mindset to succeed in the NFL, and his surprising exit from Philly just 3 years removed from winning a Super Bowl. Rich and Brockman wrap up the hour debating which was the more compelling watch on Thursday night: the NCAA Tournament play-in games or LaMelo Ball taking on LeBron James for the first time? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
CBS Sports’ College Basketball Analyst Clark Kellogg tells Rich how far Baylor will go in the NCAA Tournament, Patrick Ewing and Georgetown’s chances to make a deep run in the Big Dance, if Gonzaga can pull off an undefeated season and win it all, if Syracuse will even get past the first round, why UCLA vs Michigan State might be the best play-in game of all time, his pick for this year’s Cinderella team, and how the bubble environment will impact this year’s NCAA Tourney. After Chris Brockman and TJ Jefferson agree to a Syracuse vs Georgetown bet, Rich and the guys launch into an examination of TJ’s sports rooting interests that includes the Altoona, PA native rooting for the Dallas Cowboys, L.A. Clippers, Georgetown hoops, the Sixers, New York Mets, Penn State and Florida State. The hour wraps up with ‘Brother form Another’ co-host Michael Smith reacting to TJ’s schizophrenic sports fandom with the most spot-on assessment one could expect: “wait, WHAT???” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich opens the hour revisiting Michael Wllbon’s comments that Bears head coach Matt Nagy wants no part of coaching Mitchell Trubisky and what that says about their organization as a whole. Buccaneers All-Pro linebacker Lavonte David and Rich discuss the impact fellow LB Devin White has made on Tampa’s defense, what Tampa DC Todd Bowles has brought to the team and his defensive game plan that shut down Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs’ high-powered offense in the Super Bowl, the Bucs’ home field advantage vs KC, how Tom Brady changed the mindset of the locker room, his reaction to the Packers settling for a field goal late in the NFC Championship game instead of going for a touchdown, Brady’s now famous Lombardi Trophy toss during the Bucs celebration parade and the Bucs’ chances to repeat, and why his foundation is focused on providing financial assistance to college students in need. Rich wraps up the hour discussing the Raiders’ curious decision to blow up their offensive line and how that will impact them and the other teams who are getting their castoffs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off the hour reacting to WFT’s signing of WR Curtis Samuel and why things are looking up for Ron Rivera’s team in D.C. Rich and the guys break down the Buccaneers’ busy off-season trying to bring back as many of their free agents as possible. NFL Network reporter Steve Wyche and Rich discuss a possible timeline for a Deshaun Watson trade, the deep-seated issues between Watson and the Texans’ higher ups, why the disgruntled QB is highly unlikely to budge from his stance, and if a Russell Wilson trade will happen now that the Seahawks have turned down the Bears’ monster offer for the Super Bowl-winning QB. Rich wraps up the hour reacting to the lawsuit allegations against Deshaun Watson and says why he things the QB will never play for the Texans again, says why the Eagles should sign running back Phillip Lindsay, and the possibility of the Jets signing JuJu Smith-Schuster. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich and Chris Brockman start the hour with a heated debate on whether or not the Seahawks should have accepted the Bears offer of three 1st round picks, a 3rd rounder and two starting players for Russell Wilson. ‘Pardon the Interruption’ co-host and die-hard Bears fan Michael Wilbon tells Rich why he’s 1000% NOT DOWN with the Bears signing of Andy Dalton, how much blame head coach Matt Nagy should accept for the Bears’ muddled QB situation and Mitchell Trubisky’s stunted development, why Russell Wilson to the Chicago would have actually been bad for the team, and why he has little faith that the current Bears front office can ever get it right when it comes to the QB position. Rich wraps up the hour reacting to Trail Blazers’ guard Damian Lillard’s latest 50-point game and his inspiring words afterward about believing in himself when not many people did. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Los Angeles Lakers head coach Frank Vogel tells Rich why L.A. is not rushing star center Anthony Davis back from his heel injury, why he’s been so impressed with LeBron James’ basketball IQ, and the collaborative mindset between him and the future Hall of Famer, the ONE rule he’d like the NBA to change, what it was like being on ‘Late Night with David Letterman’ as a 13-year-old, and why the era of NBA head coaches wearing suits during games is poised for a comeback after Covid pressed pause on the longtime tradition. Rich reacts to the Cardinals signing of wide receiver AJ Green and what it means for Arizona’s chances to win the NFC West. Actor Ashton Kutcher tells Rich his favorite story about his longtime friend TJ Jefferson, how his iconic MTV prank show ‘Punk’d’ came about 18 years ago, which celebrity reacted the worst to one of his ‘Punk’d’ pranks including a juicy story about Alex Rodriguez making him destroy the tapes of his potential episode, how Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson reacted that time he blew up his trailer, and his di-hard Bears fan reaction to Andy Dalton’s signing (which is more positive than expected). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off the hour with a thorough break down of the Bears’ swing-and-miss for Russell Wilson and settling on Andy Dalton instead, thus underwhelming their fanbase to say the least. ‘Good Morning Football’ co-host Peter Schrager and Rich discuss the Bears opting to sign Andy Dalton to compete for their starting QB job, why critics shouldn’t underestimate the Mount Everest-sized chip on Dalton’s shoulder, why many free agent wide receivers like JuJu Smith-Schuster aren’t getting the fat contracts they were expecting so far, the Jets’ options with the #2 pick in the NFL Draft, and why the 49ers could be on the verge of making a big move to move off Jimmy Garoppolo as their starting QB. Rich wraps up the hour explaining how the Bears getting Andy Dalton is reminiscent of the plot of the Coen brothers’ classic film ‘Fargo.’ Is a proverbial woodchipper in someone’s future?? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Chris Brockman runs through the latest news in NFL free agency, weighing in on the Patriots’ slew of signings, Bud Dupree to the Titans, Leonard Fournette and Richard Sherman’s suitors and more. Pro Football Hall of Famer and NFL Network Analyst Michael Irvin tells Rich if Dak Prescott should be offended that Jerry Jones stated he “overpaid” for the Cowboys’ QB, how Dallas stacks up against other NFL contenders, and why the Texans must turn to their locker room for support if they have any chance at mending fences with Deshaun Watson. Rich wraps up the hour reacting on the passing of actor Yaphet Kotto who played memorable roles in such classic movies like ‘Midnight Run,’ ‘Alien,’ and ‘The Running Man’ among others, which somehow morphs into a conversation about Mike Del Tufo’s storied careers as a chauffeur to the stars. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich begins the hour digging deep into one of his favorite topics, Ryan Fitzpatrick, with a tongue-in-cheek breakdown of what the often-spectacular but often-disastrous journeyman QB brings to Wasington. The Athletic’s NFL Insider Michael Lombardi and Rich discuss Bill Belichick’s free agent spending spree, how the Patriots are trying to get back to their two tight end-focused offense, why the Texans should resist being “bullied” into trading Deshaun Watson, what the Raiders must do to contend in the AFC West, and the Cowboys’ outlook for the 2021 season after locking down Dak Prescott to a long-term deal. Rich wraps up the hour reacting to DeAndre Hopkins’ tweet celebrating the 1-year anniversary of his trade to the Cardinals and how the Texans will eventually have to change their stance on the Deshaun Watson situation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off the hour breaking down Bill Belichick’s VERY busy (and expensive) day signing just about every NFL free agent in sight and what it means for the Patriots’ 2021 fortunes. The MMQB’s Albert Breer and Rich discuss why the Patriots have been big spenders in the free agent market so far, what all the Pats’ new acquisitions mean for Cam Newton’s status as the team’s starting quarterback, if the Steelers can bounce back from their disappointing finish to their 2020 season after an 11-0 start, if and when the Seahawks will eventually move on from Russell Wilson, the latest in the Deshaun Watson-Texans standoff, and why we could see a lot of experienced QB’s on the unemployment line. Rich wraps up the hour breaking news that TJ Jefferson will “come on down” to be a conteste on ‘The Price Is Right.’ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Chris Brockman runs through the latest NFL free agency moves, Joel Embiid’s knee injury that will keep the Sixers’ big man out a couple of weeks, what might be Ben Roethlisberger’s greatest accomplishment, the Vegas betting favorites to win the NCAA Tournament, and reaction to news that Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury will square off twice this year to unify the heavyweight title. Pro Football Hall of Famer and NFL Network analyst Kurt Warner and Rich discuss Drew Brees’ retirement and the legacy of the Saints’ legend, how the 6-foot-tall Brees changed the opinion of NFL decision-makers about shorter quarterbacks which paved the way for QB’s like Russell Wilson and Kyler Murray, why Clemson QB Trevor Lawrence still has room for improvement, Alex Smith’s options going forward after his WFT release, and which actors were cast for his upcoming biopic ‘American Underdog.’ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich begins the hour examining Patrick Mahomes restructuring his contract and the importance of quarterbacks being flexible with their deals for the betterment of their teams. Pro Football Talk’s Mike Florio and Rich react to the usually-stingy Patriots suddenly becoming free agency big spenders, what the Saints' quarterback options are following Drew Brees’ retirement, if the Bears are more likely to trade for Russell Wilson or run it back with Mitchell Trubisky, why Russell Wilson wants more control over the Seahawks’ offense and a possible timeline for a possible trade of the disgruntled QB, which remaining free agents will take priority for the defending champion Buccaneers, and the Jets' approach in rebuilding their team via the draft or trading for Deshaun Watson. Rich and the guys debate which NFL team has the best Big Three QB/RB/WR combo. To celebrate Daylight Savings Time’s return, Rich and the guys wrap up the hour listing the current sports stories they wish they could spring ahead on to find out how it all plays out. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off the hour reacting to Drew Brees FIIIINALLY announcing his retirement from the NFL after a storied 20-year career, and how his lasting impact on New Orleans extends far beyond the playing field. ESPN College Basketball analyst Jay Bilas tells Rich his reaction to the NCAA Tournament Selection Committee's choices for this year’s tournament field, which #1 seed has the best chance to win the national championship, Duke’s up-and-down season and the Blue Devils’ unfamiliar role as March Madness underdogs, his reaction to Michigan State selling the naming rights of their men’s basketball team, and why he’s 100% confident in 100% of his picks to win each Tournament game. Rich wraps up the hour breaking down Aaron Jones re-signing with the Packers and what it means to Green Bay’s fortunes on the field when it comes to Aaron Rodgers’ mindset. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We all "start" somewhere. But, the road of life takes us all in different directions. Some achieve stardom, fame and fortune quickly. Others must grind their way to the top and take the long road to success. Listen each week as veteran broadcaster Rich Eisen sits down with the biggest names in entertainment, sports, business and beyond to find out the answer to the question..."How did it all start for you?" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
NFL Network reporter Jim Trotter and Rich discuss how committed the Texans are to keeping Deshaun Watson on the Texans, a possible timeline for a Watson trade, which teams could be bidding against each other for the disgruntled QB, and what Watson’s endgame is and why we haven’t heard from him yet with a hint that there could be a camera crew documenting the whole situation. Rich and the guys discuss the Deshaun Watson-Texans standoff and how it could get really ugly at some point down the road. Chris Brockman runs down the latest news in the sports world including Patrick Mahomes restructuring his contract, the Texans adding a running back, and a red flag from Trey Lance’s pro day. Rich wraps up the hour reacting to Patriots head coach Bill Belichick shaving off his combover for charity and if that puts him in the Bald Brotherhood club. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
NFL Network analyst Bucky Brooks and Rich discuss if the Patriots could be in the market for a quarterback in this year’s NFL Draft, how the top quarterbacks in the draft compare, if the Jets should stick with Sam Darnold or draft his replacement and why the Falcons should draft Justin Fields to supplant Matt Ryan as their QB, which stellar player in the draft is being overlooked and undervalued, why the Dolphins should be patient with Tua Tagovailoa, and the Bears’ best option at quarterback if they can’t land Russell Wilson (the answer WILL surprise you.) NBC Sports Boston’s Tom Curran tells Rich why he’s not surprised AT ALL by Tom Brady’s success with Tampa Bay, Bill Belichick’s philosophy with the QB positing in New England going forward, why New England can’t afford to give up picks in order to move up in the NFL Draft, and how new Texans GM Nick Caserio will ultimately have to deal with the Deshaun Watson situation. Rich wraps up the hour explain why he things the Cowboys will be vastly improved in the 2021 season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off the hour reacting to Tom Brady’s contract extension that frees up $19 Million in cap space for the Buccaneers, Cam Newton re-signing with the Patriots and a debate with Pats fan Chris Brockman who is NOT down with that move. Rich reacts to Knicks legend Patrick Ewing being ‘accosted’ by MSG security and takes a shocking tack in siding with James Dolan in this case. ESPN’s Joe Lunardi and Rich discuss his bracketology method, if Virginia will be able to make the NCAA Tournament after having to bow out of the ACC Tourney due to Covid-19, how the NCAA will react if any tourney teams have to withdraw due to a coronavirus outbreak, which teams likely to earn #1 seeds and which teams might be on the outside looking in, and his new book “Bracketology: March Madness, College Basketball and the Creation of a National Obsession.’ Rich, a University of Michigan alum, weighs in on Michigan State selling its hoops team naming rights so that they’re now officially called “MSU Spartans presented by Rocket Mortgage.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero and Rich discuss the impact of the lowered NFL Salary Cap on the current rash of roster cuts and free agency this offseason, why teams like the Patriots and Colts are best situated to pursue some top free agents, how draft QB’s Trevor Lawrence, Zach Wilson and Mac Jones grade out, and the question marks and tremendous upside of Justin Fields and Trey Lance. Rich and the guys react to new Texans head coach David Culley using two words to describe Deshaun Watson’s status as the team’s starting QB that set off alarm bells. ESPN NBA Insider Ramona Shelburne and Rich discuss the one-year anniversary of Rudy Gobert testing positive for Covid-19 prior to the Jazz-Thunder game in Oklahoma City, and NBA Commissioner Adam Silver’s leadership during the Covid crisis and how the league helped set tone for how the country responded to the global pandemic. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off the hour pondering the question ‘hos Tom Brady figured it all out?’ with a debate about how the 7-time Super Bowl champion has been able to play for less money over the years in order to benefit his teams. Super Bowl-winning QB Trent Dilfer tells Rich how the Buccaneers transformed themselves from run-of-the-mill team at mid-season into NFL champions, how Tom Brady’s 7th ring has suddenly changed the way EVERYONE in the NFL thinks and makes decisions, his evaluation of Justin Herbert, Tua Tagovailoa and Joe Burrow after their rookie seasons, the pecking order for this year’s NFL Draft QB class and if the Jets should move on from Sam Darnold, and why he’s not completely sold on BYU QB Zach Wilson as the 2nd best quarterback in the draft. Chris Brockman wraps up the hour with the latest news in NFL cuts, and what new Texans head coach David Culley said that could indicate something about Deshaun Watson’s future in Houston. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich opens the hour reflecting on the one-year anniversary of Rudy Gobert testing positive for Covid-19 and how our everyday lives have changed drastically since the onset of the Coronavirus pandemic. Rich reacts to the news that the Chiefs have released both of their starting Offensive Tackles, Eric Fisher and Mitchell Schwartz, and how much Patrick Mahomes’ big contract played a role in the cuts. NFL Insider Ian Rapoport and Rich discuss why the Chiefs blew up their offensive line, why we’ll see a glut of high-profile players like JuJu Smith-Schuster possibly signing for less money and shorter terms than expected, who we can expect to see as the Saints starting QB next season, how the crazy game of NFL QB Musical Chairs plays out, if the Patriots could possibly bring back Jimmy Garoppolo, and how Dak Prescott turned the tables in Jerry Jones while negotiating his new, record contract. Rich wraps up the hour examining Dak Prescott’s MONSTER contract and why Jerry Jones fully admits that he overspent to keep the QB in the fold. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
‘The Dream Team Tapes: Kobe, LeBron & The Redeem Team’ podcast co-host J.A. Adande and Rich discuss how sports journalism his change COMPLETELY over the last 20 years, what Kobe taught LeBron when they were Olympic teammates, how Mike Krzyzewki become the Olympic ‘Redeem Team’ coach, if the Nets can topple the Lakers from their championship perch and the Jazz’s NBA Finals chances, and if Los Angeles is a Dodgers town or a Lakers town. Chris Brockman runs through the latest NFL cuts with some high-profile players now looking for work, along with Rich making the case why the Carolina Panthers could be poised to make a big run at disgruntled Texans QB Deshaun Watson. Rich wraps up the hour looking at which QB’s from the 2018 draft class are no-brainer choices to have their 5th year options picked up by their current teams. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
ESPN NFL Draft Analyst Todd McShay and Rich discuss the Jets strategy and options at quarterback heading into the NFL Draft and free agency, which teams could resurrect the once-promising hopes of Sam Darnold, how BYU QB Zach Wilson stacks up against the presumptive #1 pick Trevor Lawrence, if the Patriots are likely to move up and take a QB in the first round, why the Dolphins should be patient with Tua Tagovailoa after an up-and-down rookie season and if he’d swap him for Deshaun Watson if given the chance, and if the Bears should jump in the market for the embattled Texans QB. Rich breaks down the Bears quarterback situation and explains why Alex Smith would be a great fit for the Bears at quarterback next season. Rich and the guys react to Tom Brady’s latest Tik Tok post documenting his morning routine and compare how his differs (GREATLY) from theirs, and also debate on whether or not they eat the ends of bananas or nah. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off the hour analyzing the impact of the reduces NFL Salary Cap and its implications on how teams strategize and build their rosters around the quarterback position. ‘Good Morning Football’ co-host Kyle Brandt and Rich discuss the joys and perils of teams giving quarterbacks huge contracts but still having Super Bowl aspirations, if Alex Smith is a viable option to become the Bears starting quarterback next season, why the Patriots should take a big swing at landing their quarterback of the future this off-season, and if Deshaun Watson has played his last down as a Houston Texan. Rich wraps up the hour reacting to the anti-Semitic comments made by Miami Heat F/C Meyers Leonard and how Julian Edelman was spot on in addressing the issue on social media. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
ESPN NFL Insider Chris Mortensen and Rich discuss Drew Brees’ prolonged retirement announcement, if the Cowboys waited too long to ink Dak Prescott to a record contract, why Eagles’ owner Jeffrey Lurie is committed to diving Jalen Hurts a shot to cement his spot as Philly’s starting QB, and if the Eagles would consider trading up in the draft to land BYU QB Zach Wilson. Grammy/Emmy Award-winning recording artist Harry Connick Jr. and Rich disuss his new album ‘Alone with My Faith’ he recorded at home amid the Covid-19 quarantine, if his friend Drew Brees will return to play for his beloved Saints, how he ended up with a show belonging to former Saints’ QB Aaron Brooks and that time he signed a one-day contract with New Orleans, and who originally was slated to play his role in ‘Independence Day.’ Rich wraps up the hour reading a text from O’Shea Jackson Jr. who puts the definitive bow on the “Is L.A. a Lakers town or a Dodgers town” debate.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich starts the hour discussing Dak Prescott’s new contract and the pressure it brings which somehow morphs into a heated debate: is Los Angeles a Lakers town or a Dodgers town. Blake Griffin and Rich discuss why he left the Pistons and why there’s no hard feelings about Detroit sitting him for an extended period of time while shopping him around the league, why he chose to sign with the Nets once he became a free agent, his new Tru-TV prank show ‘Double Cross,’ if he’s planning on a post-NBA career doing stand-up comedy, and as a past champion, his take on this year’s controversial Slam Dunk Contest judging. Rich wraps up the hour offering up his advice for the Jets as the NFL Draft approaches. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off the hour reacting to Dak Prescott’s MAMMOTH new contract with the Cowboys and says why the Dallas quarterback is worth every cent of is record 4-year, $160M contract. Pro Football Talk Live’s Chris Simms tells Rich why the Cowboys had no choice but to give Dak Prescott a huge contract, why he ranks BYU QB Zach Wilson ahead of nearly everyone else’s presumptive #1 QB, Clemson’s Trevor Lawrence, why the Jets would be foolish to trade for disgruntled Texans QB Deshaun Watson, why Alabama’s Mac Jones is a better pro prospect than Tua Tagovailoa, and which young NFL QB should be the next to sign a big long-term deal. Rich wraps up the hour breaking down the latest NFL players to get slapped with the Franchise tag and which will become free agents. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Brockman kicks off the hour running through the latest news items including possible strife in the Eagles front office, Blake Griffin’s new team, and a debate on whether or not Steve Nash deserves NBA Coach of the Year honors this season. Comic actor Richard Kind tells Rich why he prefers golf and tennis over high impact sports like skiing…or skateboarding, shooting the new season of ‘Curb Your Enthusiasm’ with Vince Vaughn, what he said to Larry David the first time he met him, why he refuses to discuss that infamous George Clooney kitty litter story, and his upcoming series ‘Hudson Falls’. Rich wraps up the hour discussing where ‘Curb Your Enthusiasm’ and ‘Seinfeld’ rank among his all-time favorite shows, discussing with a caller if Bryson DeChambeau’s golf swing will hold up over time, and the success of his brand-new ‘Just Getting Started’ podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
NBC Sports’ NFL Insider Peter King tells Rich why a Russell Wilson to the Bears trade is HIGHLY unlikely to happen, why it’s getting “very weird” that Drew Brees hasn’t announced his retirement yet, the Saints’ options at quarterback once Brees does call it quits, why the Jets won’t break the draft pick bank to trade for Deshaun Watson, how Carson Wentz talked himself out of Philadelphia, and the chances the Eagles would move up in the draft to select another QB. Rich and the guys react to Peter King’s assessment of the Jets draft options and break down the possible moves in this off-season’s wild QB carousel including the Jets, Eagles and Raiders potential shakeups under center. Rich and the guys wrap up the hour debating on if the NBA’s Slam Dunk Contest has run its course. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich tips off the hour recapping the NBA All-Star Game and voicing his appreciation for the league and players offering up a “tremendous diversion.” Rich and the guys break down the Eagles’ QB situation and a Chris Mortensen report that the team brass is divided on whether or not Jalen Hurts can be their quarterback of the future. BYU Head Coach Kalani Sitake tells Rich he knew Cougar’s QB Zach Wilson was special when he saw him play for the first time at a 5th grader, why the Brigham Young quarterback loves nothing more in life than all things football, and the challenge of scheduling and playing a full season in the face of the Covid-19 pandemic, and whether any teams ducked the 11-1 Cougars. Rich wraps up the hour explaining why he’s equally excited by the Jets possibly selecting Zach Wilson with the #2 pick on the draft or sticking with Sam Darnold and giving him another chance to prove himself as a viable starting QB in the NFL Draft. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Chris Brockman runs through the latest news including the most recent report on Russell Wilson and the Seahawks’ situation with Rich and Brockman acting out what a phone call would sound like. Rich and the guys break down the NBA All-Star team selections and debate if LeBron and Kevin Durant did the Jazz dirty by waiting until the end to select Donovan Mitchell and Rudy Gobert. Actor/comedian Jermaine Fowler tells Rich how landing a role in ‘Coming 2 America’ opposite Eddie Murphy is a dream come true, how filming with Murphy, Leslie Jones and the rest of the cast was ‘like a party,’ and how he taught himself Kung Fu (which he might have had to use against fellow castmate Judd Hirsch). Rich and guys wrap up the hour debating if the media is rooting for Dak Prescott against Jerry Jones and the Cowboys ownership, and Call Screener Adam calls in to reveal which NBA superstar coach he met at a local gas station. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off hour 2 breaking down some of the possible NFL Rules Changes for next season including the league going back to its original Overtime Sudden Death rule, and an why he’s all in on the league’s possible adoption of a Sky Judge. Michigan Defensive End Kwity Paye and Rich discuss his preparation for the NFL Draft, his amazing journey from being born in a Liberian refugee camp to potentially becoming the first defensive player taken in the 2021 NFL Draft, why he chose to play for Jim Harbaugh and playing this season under the cloud of the Covid-19 pandemic, his favorite Harbaugh story, and what a team would be getting if they draft him. On the anniversary of the release of ‘Analyze This’ Rich and the guys debate which is the best Robert De Niro movie: ‘Midnight Run,’ ‘Meet the Parents,’ ‘Dirty Grandpa,’ or ‘Analyze This’? The guys wrap up the hour with their kinda-sorta-maybe-not-so-solid takes including Trevor Lawrence taking the Jaguars to the playoffs, exposing Kawhi Leonard, the Jets’ fortunes after missing out on Lawrence, and Del Tufo’s take on scuba diving in the dirty Hudson River. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off the hour reacting to Washington Football Team’s release of Alex Smith and ponders if they should throw their hat into the Deshaun Watson mix, and breaks down Smith’s options going forward including becoming a mentor for Trevor Lawrence in Jacksonville or competing for the Patriots’ starting QB job. ‘Good Morning Football’ co-host Peter Schrager and Rich discuss possible landing spots for free agent QB Alex Smith, the latest on the Texans-Deshaun Watson standoff, if there is the slightest-remotest-never-gonna-happen chance that Trevor Lawrence is NOT the #1 overall pick in the draft, the Jets’ options with the #2 overall pick, why Drew Brees STILL hasn’t announce of he’s retiring or not, and why there will be a glut of high-level players available once NFL teams start making salary cap-based cuts. Rich wraps up the hour reacting to the news of the Pistons FINALLY agreeing to a buyout with Blake Griffin after sitting him out for an extended period of time while attempting to trade him, and which teams make most sense for him. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Grammy Award-winning recording artist Macklemore tells Rich why he decided to start his own ‘Bogey Boys’ golf clothing line, what driving him to lower his golf handicap so he can compete with Music’s Golf GOAT Kenny G, his thoughts on good friend Russell Wilson’s discontent with his beloved Seahawks, and why after years of hating Tom Brady he’s starting to soften his stance on the 7-time Super Bowl champion. Chris Brockman recaps the latest sports news including Jazz star guard Donovan Mitchell ripping the refs after his controversial ejection which leads to the debate: does the NBA not want Utah in the Finals? ‘Brother from Another’ co-host Michael Holley reveals to Rich who dunked on him so viciously he gave up dreams of playing professional basketball and (smartly) focused instead on a career in journalism. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The hour begins with Rich and the guys looking back at Tom Brady’s memorable Super Bowl parade celebration which gets interrupted by the breaking news of Ben Roethlisberger and the Steelers coming to an agreement on a new contract for the 2021 season. Rich and the guys go full X-Files when breaking down Baker Mayfield’s tweet about possibly seeing a UFO last night which leads to the ultimate question: would you rather your QB see an alien (Mayfield) or a ghost (Darnold). Sports Illustrated’s Jack McAllum and Rich discuss his ‘The Dream Team Tapes’ podcast, how the Redeam Team led by Kobe matched up with Michael Jordan’s original Dream Team, the truth about Michael Jordan keeping Isiah Thomas off that original Dream Team, and more. Rich and guys wrap up the hour discussing the Jordan-Isiah beef and why it never gets old and remains a fascinating topic after three decades. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off the hour recapping the latest in the Deshaun Watson-Texans standoff and says why things will get uglier and not better for both sides. ESPN NFL Insider Jeff Darlington and Rich discuss Dolphins’ fans impression of Tua Tagovailoa after his rookie season and if they’d rather trade him and a boatload of draft picks for Deshaun Watson, the timeline for a possible deal for the disgruntled quarterback to happen, if the Chicago Bears have a legitimate shot to land Watson via trade, why the fractured Russell Wilson-Pete Carroll relationship mirrors the Tom Brady-Bill Belichick relationship, how the disappointing regression of Carson Wentz and Jared Goff will impact the next batch of young quarterbacks when it’s their turn to sign long-term deals, and when/if Drew Brees will finally announce his retirement. Rich and Brockman wrap up the hour debating which young quarterbacks coming off their team-friendly rookie contracts deserve big long-term extensions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Monday Night Football analyst Louis Riddick tells Rich why the Texans should reverse course and start entertaining offers for Deshaun Watson, why the Bears should “take a big swing” to land the disgruntled quarterback, the source of Watson’s unhappiness with the Texans’ brass, and why the Cowboys STILL haven’t worked out a long-term deal with Dak Prescott and why that could come back to bite them with the rest of the players in the Dallas locker room. Comedian Frank Caliendo tells Rich about his big role in helping to lure free agent DE JJ Watt to the Arizona Cardinals, why Green Bay Packers fans are mad at him now, and drops a GREAT impression of Buccaneers head coach Bruce Arians. Rich wraps up the hour celebrating the anniversary of one of his all-time favorite shows, ‘Moonlighting,’ and how it launched Bruce Willis’ career. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich open the hour recapping the Jets news on trading Sam Darnold and why the Texans would be smart to make a deal with New York. The guys break down Tom Brady’s appearance with James Corden, and Rich offers up some advice for impatient Cowboys fans still waiting for that Dak Prescott deal to get done. Pro Football Hall of Famer Rod Woodson tells Rich why former Browns WR Webster Slaughter was the ONE player who constantly got under his skin, why the Steelers would be smart to work things out with Ben Roethlisberger, what Tom Brady’s Super Bowl win with the Bucs means for Bill Belichick’s legacy, what his Hope Thru Football charity does for kids, and why the Texans should just go ahead and trade Deshaun Watson. Rich wraps up the hour assessing a caller’s suggestion for naming Mike Del Tufo’s new boat. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off the hour discussing the ripple effect of the JJ Watt-Cardinals signing on Russell Wilson and Deshaun Watson’s situations with the Seahawks and Texans. With the Cardinals bringing back their #99 for JJ Watt to wear, Rich offers a history lesson on the man who’s exploits originally retired the number, Marshall Goldberg. The MMQB’s Albert Breer and Rich discuss JJ Watt signing with the Arizona Cardinals, what disgruntled QB Russell Wilson did to “piss off” the Seahawks, a possible timeline for the Texans to deal Deshaun Watson, and if Houston would even budge from their current stance in keeping the star QB, which teams make the most sense for the Texans to deal with for Watson, why Drew Brees is prolonging his retirement announcement, and how the Patriots could approach their shaky QB situation. Rich wraps up the hour reacting to the news that the Jets are putting incumbent QB Sam Darnold on the trade block. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Arizona Cardinals GM Steve Keim tells Rich Eisen how the team used comedian Frank Caliendo and Country star Blake Shelton to recruit JJ Watt to Arizona, if future Hall of Famer Larry Fitzgerald will return for another season, the challenge of scouting draft prospects without an NFL Combine, and his thoughts on former Cardinals head coach Bruce Arians winning the Super Bowl with the Buccaneers. NFL Lineman-turned-Actor Matthew Willig and Rich discuss the greatness of his late USC roommate Junior Seau, winning a Super Bowl with the Rams in ’99, his favorite moments being coached by Steve Mariucci on the 49ers, what it’s like portraying Andre the Giant on the new NBC sitcom ‘Young Rock,’ and that time he introduced himself to Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson in a gym and what Hall of Famer Reggie White said to him that almost made him cry. The hour wraps up with Call Screener Adam (ad die-hard Chicago fan) giving props to one of his all-time favorite Bulls player and if the team should retire Derek Rose’s number. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
ESPN NBA analyst Jeff Van Gundy and Rich discuss why NBA head coaches aren’t wearing suits anymore and how that could hilariously snowball out of control, just how good the Jazz are and how they’ll fare against good teams in the postseason, if the Nets will be the team to beat come playoff time, who’s on his list of top 4 all-time shooting guards, why teams shouldn’t be allowed to sit potential trade bait players for extended periods of time, and which potential trades could swing the balance of power in the NBA. Rich and the guys debate the merits and the downside of MLB’s new Spring Training rule that allows managers to end and inning early on a mercy rule to save a pitcher’s pitch count. Rich wraps up the hour weighing in on the state of the Jets and the pivotal decisions they can make in the coming weeks that could change the direction of the franchise. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich tips off the hour with a “my bad,” acknowledging his “don’t trade your whole team for James Harden” take DID NOT age well in the face of Harden lighting it up on the Nets. With the Knicks sporting an above-500 record and the 4th seed in the East, Rich tells his fellow fans to pump the brakes a bit and take a look at what’s going on across the river in Brooklyn. ESPN NFL Analyst Dan Orlovsky and Rich discuss if Russell Wilson or Pete Carroll is more important to the Seahawks, Seattle’s options to replace Wilson if they decide to trade him, what the Seahawks can adjust on offense to appease its star QB, why Matthew Stafford is poised to thrive on the Rams running Sean McVay’s offense, and why the Jets shouldn’t be too quick to give up on incumbent QB Sam Darnold. Rich wraps up the hour lamenting the demise of the sharp-dressed NBA head coach in the face of the ‘dress down’ trend since the pandemic bubble began. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Raiders announcer and VSiN Managing Editor Brent Musburger and Rich discuss the passing of broadcaster and former NFL DB Irv Cross, what Cross brought professionally and personally to the groundbreaking ‘NFL Today’ pre-game show, why he’d take Derek Carr over Deshaun Watson as the Raiders’ starting QB next season, NFL Network’s Daniel Jeremiah and Rich discuss why GPS data could make the 40-yard dash obsolete when evaluating NFL Draft prospects, the market for a potential Russell Wilson trade, the Jets plans at QB, why Mac Jones would be a great fit with the Saints, Alex Smith’s NFL future, and why he was surprised JJ Watt chose to sign with the Cardinals. Rich wraps up the hour debating Chris Brockman about the merits of the Patriots signing free agent-to-be Alex Smith. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Baylor head basketball coach Scott Drew and Rich discuss the challenges his 1-loss team has faced this season, how much he turns to his father, hoops coaching legend Homer Drew, for advice during his career and his hilarious first-ever basketball memory, the inside scoop on Valparaiso’s March Madness buzzer beater against Ole Miss back in 1998, and if losing their first game of the season was actually a good thing for his Bears team. Rich breaks down a video posted of Drew Brees working out HARD and wondering if the future Hall of Fame QB is having second thoughts about retirement after Tom Brady’s Super Bowl win at the age of 43 this season. Rich wraps up the hour with his reaction to an alarming report that the NFL might do away with his beloved 40-yard dash drill at future combines. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off the hour breaking down the snowballing drama between Russell Wilson and the Seahawks, and says why Seattle’s star QB is unlikely to be traded. Pro Football Talks Mike Florio and Rich discuss the latest in the Deshaun Watson-Houston Texans standoff and what a timeline for a deal makes most sense, the possibility that the Seahawks actually deal Russell Wilson and why he would consider a trade to the Bears, why Saints’ QB Drew Brees hasn’t announced his retirement yet, how much of a pay cut Ben Roethlisberger is willing to take to remain the Steelers’ starting QB, and why the 49ers are still not completely sold on Jimmy Garoppolo as their starting QB going forward. Rich wraps up the hour reacting to Adam Schefter’s report of JJ Watt’s signing with the Arizona Cardinals Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Turner Sports NBA Analyst and Basketball Hall of Famer Shaquille O’Neal and guest host Suzy Shuster discuss his training for his upcoming All-Elite Wrestling debut, his take on big men taking more and more 3-pointers and why Steph Curry is his favorite player in the NBA right now, why he was so brutally honest in his criticism of Jazz guard Donovan Mitchell, which players he’d choose to play alongside him in an all-time starting five, his NBA Finals prediction and why the Sixers are clicking right now, his thoughts on changing the NBA logo, and the ONE thing in life he still wants to do. If you miss wagering on the NFL, Chris Brockman runs through the odd of the major categories for the Golden Globe Awards with Suzy weighing in on her picks to take home the hardware. Emmy Award-winning writer & producer Damon Lindelof tells Suzy his favorite sports movie and TV show, why he (a Jets fan) had a BIG problem (jealousy??) with how Tom Brady prepared for the Super Bowl, why HBO’s ‘Watchmen’ was just a one-and-done, how he juggles fans’ love and criticism of his iconic ‘Lost’ series, and what to expect from Sunday’s Golden Globes show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Guest host Suzy Shuster starts the hour trying to stump Chris Brockman and TJ in her turn at bat in the Movie Quotes Challenge. Brockman runs through the latest in the world of sports including the latest on the Deshaun Watson-Texans standoff which leads to a heated debate on who would be the best QB for the Cowboys next season: Dak Prescott, Russell Wilson, or Deshaun Watson? 76ers head coach Doc Rivers and Suzy discuss how he’s gotten his young players to buy into his system and how he has Joel Embiid and Ben Simmons playing well together when most experts said they couldn’t coexist, why he chose the Sixers job, and if the NBA should change its logo from Jerry West to Kobe Bryant or another player. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Guest host Suzy Shuster and the guys kick off the hour discussing the growing tension between Russell Wilson and the Seahawks’ brass and the emerging roll of quarterbacks in teams’ personnel decisions. NBC Sports NFL Insider Peter King and Suzy discuss why Wilson became disgruntled in Seattle, break down the QB’s curious list of possible trade destinations, if Deshaun Watson has played his last game for the Texans, and why JJ Watt could be leaning toward signing with the Packers. Suzy and the guys wrap up the hour discussing if the NBA should change its logo to Kobe Bryant and if so, which iconic image of the late Lakers star should be used. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Hour 3 kicks off with TJ Jefferson taking his turn trying to stump Chris Brockman, Mike Del Tufo and guest host Suzy Shuster with his Movie Quotes Challenge, and his impressions of the actors who delivered the original lines are CAN’T MISS! Golden State Warriors head coach Steve Kerr and Suzy discuss the development of the W’s up-and-coming young players, the challenge of coaching during the Covid-19 pandemic, the latest on Klay Thompson’s recovery from a torn Achilles injury, ‘The Last Dance’ and that time he punched Bulls teammate Michael Jordan, and how the NBA has changed for better and worse since MJ’s glory days. ESPN’s Stephen A. Smith and Suzy discuss the Russell Wilson situation in Seattle and why the Seahawks are highly unlikely to trade the superstar QB, the latest in the Deshaun Watson-Texans standoff, his early pick to win the NFC East next season, why the Lakers won’t last long in the playoffs this season, and who he’d choose to portray him in a biopic on his life. Suzy and the guys wrap up the hour revealing their picks to portray themselves if there was a movie made on their lives. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Chris Brockman runs through the latest news from the sports world which leads to a spirited debate on some possible trade destinations for Russell Wilson, a deep dive into JJ Watt’s latest cryptic tweet with a possible indication of where he’ll sign, and a discussion on whether the NBA should change its logo from Jerry West to Kobe Bryant. ESPN’s Jeremy Schaap and guest host Suzy Shuster discuss his impressive BBQ skills and a fail-proof recipe you can try, why it makes sense for the NBA to switch logos from Jerry West to Kobe, and the big picture changes coming in Tiger’s life following the car crash that left him hospitalized with multiple leg injuries. Suzy and the guys wrap up the hour trying to come up with a jingle for her to rival the one Blake Shelton laid down for Rich recently. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
NFL Network analyst and Pro Football Hall of Famer Michael Irvin and guest host Suzy Shuster discuss the increasing power struggle between star quarterbacks and NFL front offices, why the Cowboys should have signed Dak Prescott long ago, why Deshaun Watson holds all the power over the Texans, and why Carson Wentz will have to earn the respect of this new Colts teammates. Multiple Emmy Award-winning actress Laura Linney tells Suzy why she’s having a lot of fun portraying her badass ‘Ozark’ character, surprisingly reveals which award she’s won means the most to her (the answer WILL surprise you), and even more surprising is her deep love of sports and a SHOCKING revelation about her all-time favorite movie. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Tampa Bay Buccaneers WR Chris Godwin and Rich discuss the “unbelievable” feeling of winning the Super Bowl, the winning mentality Tom Brady brought to the Bucs, his approach to free agency and possibly leaving Tampa Bay, why he handed over his #12 to Brady for free, what TB12 said to the team that inspired them to victory over the defending champion Chiefs, his goals for the rest of his career, and reveals that he didn’t handle his phone as well as Cameron Brate handled Tom Brady’s Lombardi trophy toss during the Bucs’ parade celebration. Chris Brockman takes his turn trying to stump Rich and the guys at the Guess the Movie Quote game, and Rich makes a shocking declaration about the movie ‘Major League.’ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich opens the hour “unabashedly” touting his alma mater Michigan as a basketball school in the wake of recent mixed results on the gridiron. On the birthday of Phil Knight and the late Steve Jobs, Rich and the guys have a heated debate on who’s had the greater cultural impact: Nike or Apple? Actress Milla Jovovich and Rich discuss how she, as bona fide video game movie star, approaches limiting her kids’ screen time playing video games at home, reveals why she never imagined herself having a career as an action movie hero and her new film ‘Monster Hunters,’ and why she can’t remember ANYTHING from making Richard Linklater’s ‘Dazed and Confused.’ Michigan head coach Juwan Howard and Rich discuss the success he’s had in his short time in Ann Arbor, if there is a ‘big man bias’ in the hiring of head coaches, why he’s still honking the fact that he was a McDonald’s All-American back in the day, and why he’s not a fan of the growing trend of basketball shorts getting shorter and shorter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich opens the hour reacting to Tiger Woods’ horrific car crash and how it transcends CBS Sports’ NFL Insider Jason La Canfora and Rich discuss how the league’s new salary cap will impact the free agent market, how much of a pay cut Ben Roethlisberger will have to take in order to remain the Steelers’ starting QB, if the Seahawks would consider trading Russell Wilson, and Alex Smith’s future as a starting quarterback in the NFL. Rich wraps up the hour explaining why the Texans would be wise to trade disgruntled QB Deshaun Watson for a bevy of draft picks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The hour begins with Mike Del Tufo hilariously trying to stump Rich and the the guys with his turn at the Movie Quotes Challenge. It goes as about as well you might expect. Saturday Night Live’s Kenan Thompson and Rich discuss why he, an Atlanta native and die-hard Falcons fan, has a soft spot for Cowboys Hall of Famer Tony Dorsett and that time he kinda-sorta-met Deion Sanders at LAX, who was the best athlete to host SNL and how Charles Barkley and Steve Harvey had VERY different reactions to his portrayals of them, why enjoys playing Red Sox great David ‘Big Papi’ Ortiz, and his new ‘Kenan’ sitcom with ‘Miami Vice’ veteran Don Johnson. The hour wraps up with Rich reacting to the breaking news about Tiger Woods’ serious single car accident in Southern California on Tuesday morning. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich and the guys begin the hour trying to decipher JJ Watt’s cryptic ‘mitochondria’ tweet with TJ Jefferson saying he’s figured out the meaning and which team Watt will sign with. Tampa Bay Buccaneers GM Jason Licht and Rich discuss winning the Super Bowl and why it was better than his wedding day, his close friendship with Bucs’ head coach Bruce Arians, Tom Brady’s effect on the team, dealing with Tampa’s plethora of potential free agents and keeping a championship team intact, a possible contract extension for Brady, preparing for the upcoming NFL Draft with no Combine this year, and his reaction to Tom Brady’s Lombardi Trophy boat toss. Rich and the guys wrap up the hour discussing Ben Roethlisberger’s meeting with the Steelers’ brass and what it means for Big Ben’s future in Pittsburgh. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off the hour remarking on the remarkable, wild, unprecedented QB carousel that is re-shaping the NFL landscape this offseason and pinpoints what/who tipped the first domino (hint: rhymes with ‘Mom Grady’) Six-time Pro Bowl WR Brandon Marshall and Rich discuss that time his training saw Rich clock a sub-six-second 40 yard dash run, Cam Newton and his handing if a trash-talking camper who tried to troll him recently, if the Patriots should bring back the former MVP quarterback, why Carson Wentz might be in for a rude awakening if he’s expecting special treatment from Colts coaches and players, and why Deshaun Watson deserves to have his trade demands met. Rich wraps up the hour debating Patriots fan Chris Brockman about what New England should do at QB next season; bring back Cam? Trade for Marcus Mariota? Draft a QB? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich starts the hour explaining why Colts wide receiver Michael Pittman Jr. would be wise to hand over his #11 jersey to incoming QB Carson Wentz. Hall of Fame announcer Al Michaels and the goalie of the 1980 gold medal-winning US Hockey team Jim Craig join Rich on the anniversary of the ‘Miracle on Ice’ and explain why the USA’s shocking win over the USSR still resonates in America, Craig reveals why he’s only re-watched that famous game once in the last 4 decades, how head coach Herb Brooks got the most out of his players, Brooks’ generosity of spirit, and what Craig thought the first time he heard Michaels’ famous “do you believe in miracles” line and its place in American lore. Rich wraps up the hour taking challenges from callers trying to stump him on his ‘guess the movie’ quote game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich starts the hour breaking down the Nets going 5-0 on their recent west coast swing including wins over the Lakers and Clippers, and wonders who in the Eastern Conference can take down Brooklyn when the playoffs come around. Rich also weighs in on the hypocrisy of NBA teams being able to sit players on the trade block for extended periods of time. Rich challenges Brockman, TJ, and Del Tufo on their movie trivia knowledge to see if they can name a movie by hearing just one line of dialog, and wraps up the hour debating the best Coen brothers movie. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off the hour breaking down the Eagles trade of Carson Wentz to the Colts, discusses if Wentz can regain his form in Indianapolis, and ponders the question: what if Josh McDaniels hadn’t left the Colts at the altar back in 2018 and how the NFL might look much different if he’d stuck by his decision to be Indy’s head coach. ESPN NFL Insider Adam Schefter and Rich discuss how the Doug Pederson/Carson Wentz relationship deteriorated in Philadelphia, Ben Roethlisberger’s uncertain future with the Pittsburgh Steelers, the latest on the Deshaun Watson/Houston Texans standoff, which players might be surprising cap casualties in what could be the biggest buyers’ market in the history of NFL free agency, and the chances Drew Brees will put off retirement and play again in 2021. Rich wraps up the hour revealing how Country Music superstar Blake Shelton came up with a new jingle for the show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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With guest hosts Ben Lyons and Kirk Morrison Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
With guest hosts Ben Lyons and Kirk Morrison Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
With guest Hosts Ben Lyons and Kirk Morrison. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
With guest Hosts Ben Lyons and Kirk Morrison. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
With guest Hosts Ben Lyons and Kirk Morrison. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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With guest hosts Ben Lyons and Ryan Leaf. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
With guest hosts Ben Lyons and Ryan Leaf. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
With guest hosts Ben Lyons and Ryan Leaf. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
With guest hosts Ben Lyons and Ryan Leaf. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
With guest hosts Ben Lyons and Ryan Leaf. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
With guest hosts Ben Lyons and Ryan Leaf. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
With guest hosts Ben Lyons and Ryan Leaf. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
With guest hosts Ben Lyons and Ryan Leaf. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Buccaneers head coach Bruce Arians tells Rich when if finally sank in to him that he’d won the Super Bowl, why Tom Brady is “just one of the dudes” and a mentor to Tampa’s young players, how you can have cocktails and celebrate with the Bucs’s coach, and what winning the Super Bowl mean to him and his family in the face of recent off-field challenges. Actor/comedian Kevin James and Rich discuss his long-suffering Jets fandom, his new NASCAR-themed comedy ‘The Crew’ on Netflix, and his favorite moments with the late, great (and hilarious) Jerry Still. The hour wraps up with NFL QB consultant/guru Jordan Palmer and Rich breaking down Trevor Lawrence’s pro day performance, where the Clemson QB ranks among recent top quarterback prospects, how Lawrence will fit with Urban Meyer’s system in Jacksonville, and Josh Allen’s blazing bright future with the Buffalo Bills. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Alabama head coach Nick Saban and Rich discuss why 170-pound Heisman Trophy-winning WR DeVonta Smith is NOT too small to succeed in the NFL, how college recruiting compares to scouting for the NFL Draft, if the College Football Playoff should expand beyond four teams, the art of motivating players of different personality types, what happened the first time he met Bill Belichick, his advice for Urban Meyer and what he did three decades ago when his wife told him to hire the then-obscure coach, and if he would ever consider returning to the pro ranks. NFL Films producer Ken Rodgers and Rich discuss Steve Sabol’s impact on league history with his NFL Films productions that have resulted in 132 Emmy Awards over the decades, his new ESPN 30-for-30 ‘Al Davis vs. the NFL’ documentary, why he chose to use Deep Fake technology to aid in the telling of the Al Davis vs. Pete Rozelle story, and his quest to find those mythic NSFW outtakes by legendary NFL Films’ voice John Facenda. Rich wraps up the hour recounting the first time he met NFL Films found Ed Sabol at the NFL Network studio, and reacting to the Raptors deciding to play the rest of their season in Tampa. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off the hour reacting to the news that the Texans have released 3-time Defensive Player of the Year J.J. Watt, and examines what Watt’s release means for the team’s impasse with disgruntled QB Deshaun Watson. NBC Sports’ Peter King and Rich discuss the Texans CEO’s comments that he expects Deshaun Watson to remain on the team, why Houston released J.J. Watt instead of trading him, if there’s any chance the Texans can mend fences with Watson, Trevor Lawrence’s pro day and the misinformation gamesmanship teams play when the NFL Draft approaches, why the Eagles haven’t traded Carson Wentz yet, Jimmy Garoppolo’s future with the 49ers, and who was surprisingly left out of the Pro Football Hall of Fame’s class of 2021. Rich wraps up the hour offering his tongue-in-cheek advice on what parents should say to young Houston fans with all their sports heroes leaving town, and his Jets fan reaction to Trevor Lawrence absolutely KILLING it at his Clemson pro day for NFL scouts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The hour starts with Rich doing a group interview with Buccaneers legends Warren Sapp, John Lynch and Derrick Brooks discussing Lynch’s recent election to the Pro Football Hall of Fame, how they were motivated to greatness by the Steelers’ iron Curtain defense, and a great story about that time Lynch and Sapp tried to get Sapp benched and how then-coach Tony Dungy reacted to that suggestion. Rich and the guys throw kudos to Tom Brady’s daughter for being the lone voice of reason during the Buccaneers raucous boat parade celebration. ‘Brother from Another’ co-host Michael Holley and Rich discuss Tom Brady’s Super Bowl win and why he had every right to go overboard (figuratively) during the Bucs victory parade. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich and Brockman start the hour recapping the historic trade in 1999 that saw the Saints send a TON of draft picks to Washington in order to draft Texas Heisman Trophy-winning running back Ricky Williams. Rich examines the latest on the Carson Wentz trade front and wonders if the Eagles asking price is too high for the once highly-regarded QB, and explains why Matthew Stafford to the Rams will be one of the most compelling storylines of the 2021 NFL season. Former All-Pro NFL running back Ricky Williams and Rich discuss his new ‘Curious Questions’ podcast based on his guests astrological signs, how different his career would have been had he not been drafted by the Saints and reveals which team he was hoping would draft him, if he would do that notorious ESPN the Magazine cover again where he posed next to Mike Ditka while wearing a wedding dress, why he had to sell his Heisman Trophy, and what Tom Brady and Rich’s zodiac signs surprisingly say about their personalities. Rich wraps up the hour previewing Trevor Lawrence’s pro day and offers up some advice for the soon-to-be #1 overall draft pick. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off the hour breaking down Tom Brady’s, um,…”eventful” (and drinkful?) day at the Buccaneers boat parade, and says why that might be the GOAT QB’s most relatable moment of his career. Buccaneers linebacker Devin White and Rich discuss his celebrating Tampa Bay’s Super Bowl win by riding around Raymond James Stadium on horseback, how the Bucs were able to shut down the Chiefs’ “gimmicky” offense, meeting Tom Brady for the first time and Brady fully embracing the Bucs’ boat parade celebration, and how much better he can get after two stellar NFL seasons. Rich and the guys wrap up the hour discussing the biggest upsets in sports history, and why the Buccaneers defense should be stout for years to come. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert and Rich discuss winning the NFL’s Offensive Rookie of the Year award and meeting Tom Brady, the firing of Anthony Lynn and the hiring of Brandon Staley, his goals for the 2021 season, and if he plans to regrow those flowing, golden locks he sheared off mid-season. Actor/comedian David Koechner discuss his beloved Chiefs laying a big, fat egg in the Super Bowl, his new film ‘The Right One,’ his MUST-HEAR reaction to learning that ‘Talladega Nights’ is one of Christopher Nolan’s favorite movie, how he landed the ‘Todd Packer‘ role in ‘The Office,’ and the perils of doing Tik Tok videos with his daughter. Rich wraps up the hour reacting to Tom Brady tossing the Lombardi Trophy a good 20 feet from one boat to another during the Buccaneers’ victory parade. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich and the guys open the hour breaking down the Buccaneers’ 2021 schedule and potential must-watch games matchups against the Patriots and Cowboys. The guys also debate if Tim Tebow is the NFL’s greatest one-hit wonder. ‘Good Morning Football’ co-host Kyle Brandt and Rich discuss why he was let down by the Chiefs in the Super Bowl, why oddsmakers are crazy not to make the Buccaneers the 2022 title favorites, his pick for the NFL’s greatest one-hit wonder, and his prediction to be the Bears’ starting QB 2021 season. Rich and the guys wrap up the hour with an in-depth look at Mike Del Tufo’s social media presence and his latest head-scratching twitter poll. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off the hour discussing the Deshaun Watson waiting game and says what he would do if he were the GM of an NFL team in need of a new quarterback. Former Browns CEO and Eagles President Joe Banner and Rich discuss why Philly is shopping Carson Wentz and what kind of return they could get in a trade for the embattled quarterback, why the Texans would be loathe to trade superstar QB Deshaun Watson despite a Herschel Walker-type trade haul, if the Seahawks would ever consider trading Russell Wilson, and the possibility that the 49ers and Raiders move Jimmy Garoppolo and Derek Carr. Rich wraps up the hour explaining why his Jets are the team best positioned to make a run at Deshaun Watson. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back Ronald Jones and Rich discuss which pizza topping is his favorite, winning the Super Bowl and meeting Tom Brady for the first time, and how adding Leonard Fournette to the Bucs’ backfield didn’t bother him one bit. NFL Network Analyst and Pro Football Hall of Famer Michael Irvin and Rich discuss if he was or was not truly on board with Tom Brady’s ability to lead Tampa to a Super Bowl title, the Buccaneers team effort in dominating the Chiefs, why he ‘lone wolfed’ Tampa to beat KC, and what Tom Brady DID NOT say to Tyron Mathieu in their heated exchange during the Super Bowl. Rich and the guys wrap up the hour reminiscing on past interviews with Modern Family’s Ed O’Neill and My Cousin Vinny actress Marissa Tomei. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich and the guys open the hour debating which is their favorite Joe Pesci performance: Goodfellas, My Cousin Vinny, Home Alone, Casino, or another. Former Washington head coach Jay Gruden and Rich discuss how the Buccaneers were able to shut down the Chiefs in the Super Bowl, why he (a former Bucs coach) was cheering for KC, how he dealt with having Dwayne Haskins foisted upon him when he was the Head Coach in DC, what it was like growing up with a HIGHLY impatient brother like Jon Gruden, and why he owes Tony Romo an apology. Rich reflects on the passing of longtime NFL head coach Marty Schottenheimer, and the guys wrap up the hours discussing the latest news including updates on Patrick Mahomes, LaMelo Ball’s big night, and a debate on which is the best pizza topping. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off the hour explaining why some NFL teams might try to copycat the Buccaneers and land a game-changing quarterback, and lists his top 5 teams that should make that move. Rich breaks down the growing buzz out of the Pacific Northwest that All-Pro QB Russell Wilson is growing more and more frustrated with the team’s lack of protection for him and might want out of Seattle. NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport and Rich discuss the Patriots’ life after Brady and Gronk, and their next move at the QB position, how much longer Carson Wentz will remain on the Eagles, the Texans’ plan to bring Deshaun Watson back into the fold, if the Seahawks would ever trade Russell Wilson, and which 2020 starting QB could be starting elsewhere in 2021. Rich and the guys wrap up the hour wondering if Bill Belichick will call Tom Brady to congratulate him on his 7th Super Bowl win. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich and the guys debate if the Buccaneers or the Chiefs have a better chance to reach the Super Bowl next season, and how Brady made the most of his transition from the Patriots to the Bucs. Rich and the guys discuss the ageless Tom Brady and how he, at 43, compares to other famous people when they were 43 (and you WILL be surprised by some of the comps). Chris Brockman runs through the best Super Bowl postgame sound bites, the on-field beef between Brady and Chiefs' safety Tyrann Mathieu, and the already-posted Super Bowl odds for next season. Rich wraps up the hour explaining why the GOAT QB conversation is over once and for all, and why Patriots fans watched the Super Bowl in droves this year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
NBC Sports NFL analyst and Pro Football Hall of Famer Tony Dungy and Rich discuss what Buccaneers’ defensive coordinator Todd Bowles did to shut down the Chiefs’ vaunted offense, how the auto accident involving Chiefs’ head coach Andy Reid’s son impacted the Super Bowl outcome, Bruce Arians’ desire to repeat as champions, the need for more diversity on NFL coaching staffs, if new Texans head coach David Culley can mend the team’s rift with Deshaun Watson, his reaction to John Lynch and Drew Pearson making it into the Pro Football Hall of Fame, and how he and all of Peyton Manning’s head coaches surprised him with his HOF announcement. Rich explains how having no/limited numbers of fans in NFL stadiums this season impacted game outcomes, and why he’ll never doubt a Tom Brady-led team again. Rich recaps his weekend in Tampa and what the best part of his short trip was (hint: it has ZERO to do with football) Rich and the guys wrap up the hour discussing how playing on their home turf benefited the Buccaneers, and how much of an impact the refs had on the game in the first half. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off the hour recapping the Tom Brady and the Buccaneers defense’s stunning domination of the Chiefs in Super Bowl LV, and explains why Tom Brady is the GOAT when it comes to NFL free agent signings. FOX Sports NFL analyst and Pro Football Hall of Famer Troy Aikman and Rich discuss how the Buccaneers were able to shut down the vaunted Chiefs’ offense, how Tom Brady’s mindset transformed Tampa Bay into Super Bowl champions, how Brady became the GOAT QB despite limited physical traits, what’s next for the Chiefs after their Super Bowl flop, and his reaction to Drew Pearson and John Lynch’s Pro Football Hall of Fame elections. Rich wraps up the hour discuss just how long the ageless Tom Brady will continue to play football. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Pro Football Hall of Famer Rod Woodson and guest host Andrew Siciliano discuss what the Buccaneers have to do to beat the Chiefs in the Super Bowl, why Chief’s offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy hasn’t gotten an head coaching job yet, the seemingly ageless Tom Brady, and his pick to win on Super Sunday. CBS Sports’ analyst Charles Davis and Andrew discuss how the city of Tampa is adjusting to the Covid-19 impact on Super Bowl week, if the Chiefs will benefit from arriving in Florida on Saturday, a defensive back’s perspective of defending against Patrick Mahomes, and if we’ll see any new wrinkles from either time in their usual game plans. The guys wrap up the hour reacting to the news that reigning National League Cy Young Award winner Trevor Bauer is heading to the Dodgers, and offer up their Super Bowl predictions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
NFL Network analyst and Super Bowl XXXV winning coach Brian Billick and Andrew Siciliano discuss the 20th anniversary of the Ravens’s Super Bowl win, why a team with a dominant defense can’t win a title in today’s pass-happy NFL, how the Chiefs’ offensive line issues will impact Sunday’s big game, and what a 2nd Super Bowl win would mean for Chiefs’ head coach Andy Reid’s legacy. NFL Network analyst Steve Mariucci and Andrew discuss his preparation for Sunday’s 8-hour pre-game show, how much longer Tom Brady could play, Patrick Mahomes’ penchant for throwing (and completing) high-risk passes, and if the aggressive approach of Lions’ new head coach Dan Campbell will pay dividends. Andrew wraps up the hour discussing the best Super Bowl host cities, and recounting a great story about his first Super Bowl trip involving too many adult beverages, oversleeping, and somehow not getting fired from his radio gig. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Guest host Andrew Siciliano kicks off the hour discussion the dumbest conversation surrounding Tom Brady vs Patrick Mahomes in Super Bowl LV, and how much longer Brady could play. Saints 6-time Pro Bowl defensive end Cameron Jordan and Andrew Siciliano discuss what it was like playing a full season under the threat of Covid-19, what it’s like trying to sack Tom Brady and Patrick Mahomes, if Drew Brees has played his last game in the NFL, if there’s a chance RB Mark Ingram returns to New Orleans, and who he’s rooting for in the Super Bowl. Andrew and the guys discuss some of the odder Super Bowl tidbits including if the coin toss or jersey color could determine the Chiefs-Buccaneers winner. Andrew wraps up the hour telling the guys about his Senior Bowl experience and how the Covid-19 threat is treated a bit differently in Mobile, Alabama that what he’s used to in Los Angeles. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich and the guys discuss which is the most likely scenario between the Buccaneers and Chiefs: a blowout or a close game? Bills All-Pro wide receiver and Rich discuss his relationship with QB Josh Allen and Buffalo’s great team chemistry, why he stayed on the field after the AFC Championship game loss to watch the Chiefs celebrate, and why he can’t pick against Tom Brady in the Super Bowl. Seahawks Pro Bowl safety Jamal Adams and Rich discuss the challenges the Bucs’ and Chiefs’ secondaries with face against Tom Brady and Patrick Mahomes, how his game has changed since coming to Seattle from the Jets, and his Super Bowl predictions. Rich wraps up the hour breaking down the most important Super Bowl factors and his final prediction for Super Sunday Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Pro Football Hall of Famer and NFL Network analyst Kurt Warner and Rich discuss why he wanted to change Patrick Mahomes’ throwing motion when he first watched him up close, the Mahomes vs Tom Brady Super Bowl matchup, Tom Brady’s mindset in cementing his GOAT QB legacy, how the Super Bowl plays out, why he was surprised the Rams traded Jared Goff for Matthew Stafford, and his upcoming ‘QB Confidential’ platform. Rich breaks some news during the show and confirms that Eagles QB Carson Wentz is indeed on the trade block, and discusses what a trade package could look like. Chris Brockman runs through the latest news of the day including items on former Patriot LB Tedy Bruschi saying Matthew Stafford “isn’t tough enough” to play for Bill Belichick, Deshaun Watson’s rumored interest in the Denver Broncos, and the Chiefs’ team barber getting pulled out of duty mid-haircut because of a possibly positive Covid-19 test, Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off the hour explaining why the Eagles would be smart to trade Carson Wentz and what a possible deal for the embattled Philly QB could look like. Pro Football Hall of Famer and NFL Network analyst Terrell Davis and Rich discuss the Tom Brady vs Patrick Mahomes Super Bowl showdown, how the running backs could impact the Super Bowl, how the Chiefs can overcome their rash of offensive line injuries, what it’s like to prepare for The Big Game and his odd bubble bath superstition, and his Super Bowl final score prediction. Rich wraps up the hour putting Tom Brady’s remarkable 10th Super Bowl appearance in its proper perspective. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Heisman Trophy-winning Alabama WR DeVonta Smith and Rich discuss why he’s not fully satisfied with his record-breaking season, his NFL prosects, being mentored by Nick Saban, his stylish wardrobe choice for the Heisman Trophy ceremony, and how he should handle pre-draft criticism. Chris Brockman runs through the latest news including updates in Deshaun Watson and the Texans, Jared Goff’s reaction to being traded to the Lions, Jameis Winston and the Saints, Andrew Luck’s retirement status, and an important Super Bowl Weather Report from Mike Del Tufo. Two-time Pro Bowl DB Michael Griffin and Rich discuss his life after the NFL as a successful cupcake baker, his pick to win the Super Bowl, and his reaction to his alma mater, Texas, hiring Steve Sarkisian as their new head football coach. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
NFL Network analyst Steve Smith Sr. and Rich discuss what it’s like for a player preparing to play in the Super Bowl, if the Bucs and slow down the Chiefs’ explosive WR Tyreek Hill, Scotty Miller’s claims that he’s as fast as Hill, if this is the most talent-laden Super Bowl ever, why Deshaun Watson should be wary of the Texans hire of David Culley, his grudge against the new Texans head coach, and his new “Cut to It” podcast. Good Morning Football co-host Kyle Brandt and Rich discuss if the Texans have ANY chance to repair the rift with Deshaun Watson, why he’s having trouble picking a winner in the Super Bowl, the legitimacy of Michael Strahan’s single-season sack record, and how Brett Favre ending up in ‘There’s Something about Mary.’ Rich wraps up the hour breaking down the incredible season put up by Alabama’s Heisman Trophy-winning wide receiver DeVonta Smith. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off the hour wishing the Super Bowl would just hurry up and get here, and breaks down how the Buccaneers can possibly stop the Chiefs’ All-Pro tight end Travis Kelce. NFL Network analyst and 3-time Super Bowl champion Willie McGinest and Rich discuss Tom Brady’s astounding 10th Super Bowl appearance, the key matchup that could decide the Super Bowl winner, and which is the worst way possible to lose on football’s biggest stage. Rich and the guys wrap up the hour discussing today’s poll question: which is the worst way to lose the Super Bowl: David Tyree’s helmet catch, the Malcolm Butler interception, Scott Norwood’s missed field goal, or Kevin Dyson getting tackled at the 1-yard line? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In honor of Groundhog Day, Rich and the guys discuss which favorite sports event they witnessed in-person they’d love to re-live over and over again and break down the top sound bites from Tom Brady and Patrick Mahomes’ Super Bowl media day press conferences. Three-time Academy Award nominee Viggo Mortensen tells Rich about being in the arena for the ‘ ‘Miracle on Ice’ hockey game when the US upset the Soviet Union on their way to an Olympic gold medal, how he became a devout fan of the Montreal Canadiens, his new film ‘Falling,’ and what it was like to work with Gene Hackman and Denzel Washington on the set of ‘Crimson Tide.’ The hour wraps up with Chris Brockman making a final decision on whether or not to reverse Rich’s fantasy basketball blunder where he traded Kristaps Porzingis for Lonzo Ball when he thought he was trading for LaMelo Ball. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
CBS Sports and Westwood One play-by-play announcer Kevin Harlan and Rich discuss the stellar and unprecedented start to Patrick Mahomes’ career, the Chiefs’ budding dynasty, how the Buccaneers can slow down the explosive KC offense, and the most special of the 12 Super Bowls where he’s been on the radio play-by-play mic. NFL Network Analyst & Pro Football Hall of Famer Michael Irvin and Rich discuss the mindset needed to repeat as Super Bowl champ in back-to-back years, if Tyreek Hill can repeat his Week 12 269-yard dominance of the Buccaneers, his advice for Deshaun Watson and the Texans, how Tom Brady to the Bucs led to Matthew Stafford joining the Rams, the Aaron Rodgers/Packers situation, and the one sports moment he’d love to re-live every day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off the hour remarking on the VERY different Super Bowl media day that saw the usual throng of media members replaced by virtual Zoom sessions. Rich and the guys debate which is the best team Tom Brady has faced in his ten Super Bowl appearances. 49ers All-Pro Tight End and Rich discuss his love of tequila, his role in the development of Packers TE Robert Tonyan, his advice for the Buccaneers as they get set to face the Chiefs, his Super Bowl winner prediction, and Jimmy Garoppolo’s future as the Niners’ starting quarterback. Rich explains why it’s difficult to get back to the Super Bowl in consecutive years much less win it back-to-back. Rich wraps up the hour desperately pleading his case to have a blatant blunder he made in the Rich Eisen Show’s fantasy basketball league overturned by league commissioner Chris Brockman. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nine-time Pro Bowl DB Charles Woodson and Rich discuss his impending election to the Pro Football Hall of Fame, his reaction to Tom Brady’s 10th Super Bowl appearance, Aaron Rodgers’ future with the Packers, how the Bucs can pull off the upset against the Chiefs in the Super Bowl, and his reaction to Patriots fans calling the “Tuck Game” the “Snow Game.” Three-time Pro Bowl quarterback Carson Palmer and Rich discuss Tom Brady leading the Buccaneers to the Super Bowl, why Bucs’ Head Coach Bruce Arians is a “breath of fresh air” in today’s analytics-driven NFL, and how he sees the Buccaneers-vs-Chiefs Super Bowl playing out. Chris Brockman wraps up the hour with his news report including updates on the Rams making a run at Aaron Rodgers before pulling the trigger on the Matthew Stafford trade, the 49ers’ interest in Kirk Cousins, Jason Witten’s new job now that he’s retired (again) from the NFL, and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
NFL Network and Rams Analyst Maurice Jones-Drew and Rich discuss why the Rams pulled the plug on Jared Goff as their starting QB, what Matthew Stafford brings to the Rams, if the Buccaneers have a chance to beat the Chiefs, and why Goff’s personality didn’t mesh with Sean McVay’s high-energy approach. WWE Superstar Drew McIntyre and Rich discuss his rise from backyard wrestling to defeating Goldberg, his aim to destroy The Miz in this weekend’s Shaq Bowl, how is soccer career ended with a spectacular send off, and what CRAZY character the WWE in mind for him before settling on The Chose One persona. Rich wraps up the hour listing his top ten storylines you’ll hear this Super Bowl week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off Super Bowl week breaking down, not the Bucs vs Chiefs matchup, but the blockbuster trade of Matthew Stafford for Jared Goff between the Rams and Lions. Arizona Cardinals QB Kyler Murray and Rich discuss his room for improvement in the 2021 season, how he reacted when he found out the Cards had traded for All-Pro WR DeAndre Hopkins, what he’s learned from future Hall of Fame WR Larry Fitzgerald, his point of view of the Hail Murray game-winning TD vs the Bills this season, and why he’s picking Tom Brady and the Bucs to beat Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs in the Super Bowl. Rich and the guys wraps up the hour discussing what Tom Brady is doing this week in Tampa now that Gisele and the kids have left him home alone in Tampa. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich begins the hour dissecting what new Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni said and didn’t say at his introductory press conference today, along with Brockmans News updates on Joe Burrow, Mike Tomlin and the passing for former Temple head basketball coach John Chaney. Emmy Award-winning comic actor Rob Corddry and Rich discuss his MotorTrend show ‘Top Gear America,’ why his first car was definitely NOT a chick magnet, his Patriots fan reaction to Tom Brady reaching the Super Bowl with the Bucs, and his reaction to former ‘Daily Show’ host John Stewart finally joining Twitter. The guys wrap up the week with their Higher Register Tepid Takes on the Lakers’ title hopes, the fastest player on the Super Bowl field, the Knicks watchability, and Del Tufo’s highly confusing labeling system for his audio mixing console. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Saints Safety and 2-time Super Bowl champion Malcolm Jenkins and Rich discuss the Eagles’ new head coach and Carson Wentz’ stature in the team’s locker room, why he’s disappointed in the latest round of NFL head coaching hires, Deshaun Watson wanting out of Houston, if Drew Brees will return to quarterback the Saints next season, his playing future, they keys to the Buccaneers stopping the vaunted Chiefs offense in the Super Bowl, his Academy Award hopes for his ‘Black Boys’ documentary, and why he’s surprised Urban Meyer is not coaching in the NFL. NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport and Rich discuss why the Texans are intent on keeping Deshaun Watson despite the star QB’s trade request, the Eagles’ plans for Carson Wentz, and why you shouldn’t be surprised if the Rams trade QB Jared Goff. Rich wraps up the hour discussing the absence of Texans owner Cal McNair at the introductory press conference for new head coach David Culley, and why they should strike a deal soon for Deshaun Watson. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off the hour previewing today’s Eagles’ and Texans’ press conferences introducing their new head coaches, and comes up with some hard-hitting questions for Houston’s ownership that are not likely to be asked today. Hall of Fame coach and FOX Sports NFL Analyst Jimmy Johnson and Rich discuss the Patrick Mahomes vs Tom Brady Super Bowl matchup, his advice for the Texans and how to handle Deshaun Watson’s trade request, the touchy Aaron Rodgers situation in Green Bay, how the Cowboys are mishandling Dak Prescott’s contract negotiations, and a great story about coaching Michael Irvin back in their Miami Hurricane days. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich begins the hour breaking down all the zaniness surrounding the Deshaun Watson situation and how it mirrors what going on with Game Stops stock, and what the Texans could possibly gain by holding onto their disgruntled QB. Titans running back Derrick Henry and Rich discuss why he’s not satisfied with his 2000-yard rushing season, the value of RBs in today’s pass-happy NFL, why he’d rather stiff-arm a defender than leap over one, his Chiefs-Buccaneers Super Bowl predictions, why he wouldn’t be sad to see Deshaun Watson leave the AFC South, and what he did once to make Alabama head coach Nick Saban very, VERY angry. ‘Brother from Another’ co-host Michael Smith and Rich discuss how everyone can come out a winner between the Texans and Deshaun Watson when all the dust settles. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off the hour breaking down the messy Deshaun Watson-Texans situations and evaluates possible trade scenarios for the star QB. Actor/Writer/Comedian Keegan-Michael Key and Rich have a hilarious conversation that starts with his praise of Tom Brady that somehow morphs into images of Michigan coaching legend Bo Schembechler doing deep knee bends in a singlet, his new ‘The History of Sketch Comedy’ podcast that traces the first recorded fart joke back to ancient times, the evolution of sketch comedy on TV, and why skits are so much funnier when one of the actors can’t help but crack up. Rich wraps up the hour recounting his love of comedy and his turn as a roast master for Dan Patrick one night way back when. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off the hour breaking down the sorry state of the Houston Texans that finds them with a brand new head coach, but with a star QB, Lamar Jackson, asking for a trade. (timestamp). Rich breaks down the Texans’ options now that Watson has officially asked for a trade. ESPN legend Chris Berman and Rich discuss his beloved Bills’ season and why their future looks bright, the evolution of great QB’s from Joe Montana-to-Tom Brady-to-Patrick Mahomes, why the Chiefs are poised for long-term success, his charity work with the St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital, giving TJ Jefferson his very own Berman Nickname, and his Super Bowl predictions. Rich wraps up the hour reacting to a caller making the case for Bucs’ WR Mike Evans’ way-too-premature Hall of Fame claim. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich and the guys begin the hour discussing the potential we’ll see a lot of big-name NFL quarterbacks changing teams this offseason. Chris Brockman runs through the latest news and notes including items on a possible extension for Bills’ QB Josh Allen, Jared Goff’s job security with the Rams, ‘Good Morning Football’ co-host Kyle Brandt and Rich discuss their deep appreciation of all those great nicknames handed out by ESPN legend Chris Berman, the epic Brady vs Mahomes Super Bowl matchup, why Tom Brady has ended all GOAT QB conversations (ahem, Joe Montana), and why you’d better think twice if you’re betting against the Chiefs in the Super Bowl. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich relates the story about his kids watching their first ever Robert De Niro movie, ‘The War with Grandpa’ and how that could affect their appreciation for future De Niro movies. Oscar-winning actor Casey Affleck and Rich have a phenomenal conversation discussing his career as a hot dog vendor at Boston’s Fenway Park, what his inner Patriots fan thinks of Tom Brady going to the Super Bowl with the Buccaneers, a GREAT story about playing baseball with Jon Hamm against inmates at California’s San Quentin maximum security penitentiary, his new films ‘Our Friend’ and ‘The World to Come,’ and some hilarious stories from making ‘Good Will Hunting’ and ‘Ocean’s 11.’ Rich wraps up the hour giving advice to a caller about the best way to go about the near-impossible task of picking out a family movie that everyone will enjoy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off the hour discussing the apparent rift between Jared Goff and the Rams’ front office and coaches after a lackluster season, and breaks down Aaron Rodgers latest comments on his future with the Green Bay Packers. New Atlanta Falcons Head Coach Arthur Smith and Rich discuss the interview process for prospective NFL head coaches, Matt Ryan’s future as the Falcons starting QB, what it was like coaching Titans RB Derrick Henry, and the increasing role of analytics in football. Rich reacts to Kyler Murray’s disastrous first appearance on the show back at the Super Bowl in 2019. The guys wrap up the hour with a THOROUGH break down of Mike Del Tufo’s game day demeanor when mixing audio for NFL games compared to the readiness he brings to the Rich Eisen Show on weekdays. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
NBC Sports’ Michele Tafoya and Rich discuss her latest podcast on the one-year anniversary of Kobe Bryant’s death, her reaction to Tom Brady making his 10th Super Bowl, and the Patrick Mahomes vs Brady storyline. Rich and the guys react to Aaron Rodgers latest comments on his future with the Packers, and Rams’ GM Les Sneed’s non-committal comments about Jared Goff’s future as L.A.’s starting quarterback. Actor Aldis Hodge and Rich discuss his new film ‘One Night in Miami’ where he portrays Browns Hall of Fame running back Jim Brown, award-winning actress Regina King’s directorial debut, and weather ‘Die Hard’ is a Christmas movie. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rick kicks off the hour discussing if he’ll get a better parking spot than Rams Head Coach Sean McVay when the NFL Network moves their operations into the new SoFi Stadium. Chris Brockman runs through the latest news including updates on Aaron Rodgers and the Packers situation, Justin Herbert’s new offensive coordinator, and Antonio Brown’s super bowl status. New Chargers head coach Brandon Staley and Rich discuss his rapid rise up the NFL coaching ranks, how he plans to implement a Saints-style high octane offense, what Rams-style defensive philosophies he’s bringing to the Bolts, his approach to late-game decision making, and if he’ll have to fight Rich and Sean McVay for a parking spot at SoFi Stadium. Rich wraps up the hour re-visiting his 2018 sit-down interview with Kobe Bryant. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich begins the hour reflecting on the one-year anniversary of the tragic death of Lakers legend Kobe Bryant. Buccaneers head coach Bruce Arians and Rich discuss his reaction to reaching the Super Bowl after having called it a career at one point in his life, why Bucs’ OC Byron Leftwich deserved more consideration for open head coaching positions, his ‘no risk it, no biscuit’ philosophy to life and football, what it’s like having a GOAT QB running his offense, and having a true home-field advantage against the formidable Chiefs in the Super Bowl. Rich begins his Top 10 Super Bowl Storylines rundown charting the career arc of Bruce Arians and his “retirement” from the Steelers when he was Pittsburgh’s Offensive Coordinator. Rich wraps up the hour getting a Patriots fan’s perspective from Chris Brockman on Tom Brady reaching the Super Bowl while Bill Belichick and the Pats didn’t even make the playoffs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich opens the hour with a hilarious story explaining why Raiders GM and former NFL Network cohort Mike Mayock is an absolute, 100% straight shooter. Rich fields calls from viewers to discuss Aaron Rodger’s future in Green Bay after his cryptic postgame comments following the Packers’ NFC title game loss to the Buccaneers. Chris Brockman runs through the latest news including updates on the Chiefs’ banged up offensive line heading into the Super Bowl, Tom Brady’s parents’ battle with Covid, NBA trade rumors, and a rare trade between the Yankees and Red Sox. Rich reacts to news that the MLB players union has rejected the universal Designated Hitter and expanded playoffs. Rich wraps up the hour revealing how Bills’ QB Josh Allen reacted when offered up his new nickname, “The Mandalorian.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich begins the hour breaking down how the Bills and Packers settling for field goals in their conference championship games proved costly in the end, and reacts to Aaron Rodgers postgame comments about his uncertain future with the Packers. ESPN MMA host & reporter Ariel Helwani and Rich discuss his belove Bills getting bounced out of the playoffs by the Chiefs, Conor McGregor’s knockout at the hands of Dustin Poirier, what’s next for McGregor, Jon Bones Jones’ desire to move up in weight class, his reaction to boxer Ryan Garcia saying he’d consider fighting in the UFC, why he excited for the Knicks for the first time in years, and why the Montreal Expos are an under-the-radar storyline for the upcoming Bucs-Chiefs Super Bowl. Rich wraps up the hour recapping Bills fan Wolf Blitzer’s appearance on NFL GameDay Morning. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off the hour recapping the Buccaneers NFC Championship Game win over the Packers and what reaching another Super Bowl means for Tom Brady’s already impressive legacy. Rich then recaps the Chiefs dismantling of the Bills and why he (and pretty much every football fan living) is VERY excited to see Brady vs Mahomes on the game’s biggest stage. NBC Sports’ Peter King and Rich discuss Tom Brady reaching his mind-boggling 10th Super Bowl, the epic Mahomes vs Brady Super Bowl matchup, Aaron Rodgers future with the Packers after his cryptic postgame remarks, if Packers’ head coach Matt LaFleur made the right choice to kick a field goal at the end of the NFC Championship game, and the trade possibilities for Deshaun Watson and Matthew Stafford. Rich wraps up the hour discussing the best trade destinations for Lions QB Matthew Stafford, and his ‘what were they thinking’ reaction to the Texans latest blunder in their head coach search. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off the hour breaking down Sunday’s AFC and NFC Championship games and predicting which teams will face off in the Super Bowl. Chris Brockman runs through the latest news on Patrick Mahomes, who will be Trevor Lawrences’ first Offensive Coordinator, and the possibility of Philip Rivers joining the Monday Night Football booth. Actor/comedian Bobby Moynihan and Rich discuss his favorite sports moments from his decade on Saturday Night Live, and his new NBC sitcom with Ted Danson and Holly Hunter, ‘Mr. Mayor.’ Rich reacts to Darrell Bevell being handed the keys to the race car that is Trevor Lawrence Chris Brockman offers up his ‘Sneaky Good Games’ for the NFL’s Conference Championship games, and Mike Del Tufo delivers another ‘Highly Inaccurate Weather Report’ for Green Bay and Kansas City. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
NFL Network analyst and 3-time Super Bowl champion Willie McGinest and Rich discuss the possibility of Tom Brady winning a Super Bowl with the Buccaneers, how the Brady-Belichick legacy has been impacted by TB12’s success in Tampa, and his predictions on which two teams will advance to the Super Bowl. Rich weighs in on the legitimacy of the “did Tom Brady need Belichick or did Belichick need Brady more” debate. Hall of Fame announcer Bob Costas and Rich reflect on the passing of baseball legend Hank Aaron and how Aaron’s impact transcended sports, how high the Braves Hall of Fame was regarded by his fellow players and generations to come. Rich wraps up the hour discussing the mountain of racism Hank Aaron faced during his career especially when he was chasing Babe Ruth’s all-time home run record. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich starts the hour reflecting on the life and impact of Braves Hall of Famer Hank Aaron who passed away at the age of 86. New Jets Head Coach Robert Saleh and Rich discuss his process for making the Jets a championship contender, Sam Darnold’s future as the Jets starting QB, his “all gas, no brake’ philosophy, and his process for deciding on throwing the red replay challenge flag. Rich offers up his first blush impressions of Saleh and discusses what the team should do with incumbent QB Sam Darnold. Rich wraps up the hour discussing his “Mandalorian” nickname for Bills QB Josh Allen, and discusses the Falcons hiring of Arthur Smith as their new head coach. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich and the guys kick off the hour debating which TV show you’d most want to go back and watch for the first time: The Sopranos, The Wire, Game of Thrones, or Breaking Bad. Rich reacts to the Eagles hiring the Colts Offensive Coordinator Nick Sirianni to be their new head coach, and wonder why Chiefs OC Eric Bienemy hasn’t been hired as an HC yet (hello, Texans??) Good Morning Football’s Kyle Brandt and Rich discuss the Tom Brady vs Aaron Rodgers NFC Championship showdown, his AFC pick to reach the Super Bowl, and his reaction to the wild introductory press conferences from new Jets Head Coach Robert Saleh and new Lions Head Coach Dan Campbell. Rich wraps up the hour with Peacock’s ‘Brother from Another’ co-host Michael Holley breaking down the memorable press conference from new Lions head coach Dan Campbell, and the impact on Tom Brady’s already legendary legacy if he wins another Super Bowl. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
‘Pardon the Interruption’ co-host Michael Wilbon and Rich discuss Kyrie Irving’s return to the Nets and why he’s wary of Brooklyn’s enigmatic All-Star guard, Kyrie’s chemistry with his Brooklyn teammates, why the Lakers are still the team to beat in the NBA, which teams he predicts will face off in the Super Bowl, and why’s he’s not down with the Bears running in back in 2021 with their GM and head coach. Actor Taye Diggs and Rich discuss his CW show ‘All American,’ why he was at every game in the Carrier Dome while at Syracuse but never got to actually see a game, his experience making ‘How Stella Got Her Groove Back,’ the new Michigan Fab Five documentary, and his side job writing children’s books. Rich and the guys wrap up the hour discussing the possibility of free agent running back Mark Ingram possibly joining the Bills, and a breakdown of the very “colorful” introductory press conference by new Lions Head Coach Dan Campbell. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off the hour recapping Kyrie Irving’s return to the Nets and their double-overtime loss to the Cavaliers Rich and the guys debate if Tom Brady winning a Super Bowl with the Buccaneers would be the most special championship for him. Nets TV Analyst Richard Jefferson and Rich discuss the Nets finally getting Durant, Kyrie, and Harden on the court for the first time, why Kyrie Irving doesn’t owe anybody but his teammates an explanation for his mystery absence, how the Nets still have room for improvement, Steve Nash’s handling of all the drama in Brooklyn, and why the Cavaliers are an up-and-coming team. Rich wraps up the hour debating Chris Brockman on whether Kyrie should come out with an explanation of his absence from the Nets. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Chris Brockman kicks off the hour running through the latest news on Deshaun Watson, Patrick Mahomes status for the AFC Championship game, the Lions giving Dan Campbell a head-scratching 6-year contract, and former Jaguars’ head coach Doug Marrone’s new job at Alabama. Vice TV’s Cari Champion and Jemele Hill join Rich to discuss the (sometimes too slow) evolution of ESPN’s flagship show SportsCenter over the decades in the face of changing demands of viewers and sports fans, how their new show ‘Cari & Jemele Won’t Stick to Sports’ exemplifies the trend toward mixing sports and politics, James Harden’s and Deshaun Watson’s use of leverage to extract a more favorable situation for themselves, and what goes in inside the mind of Nets’ enigmatic All-Star guard Kyrie Irving. Rich wraps up the show calling out Mike Del Tufo for (again) not paying attention to the show while the show was live on the air. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The San Diego Union-Tribune’s Kevin Acee and Rich discuss how Philip Rivers delivered the scoop to him on his retirement, why Rivers is retiring without a Super Bowl ring, his Hall of Fame worthiness, and the long-time Chargers’ QB’s top-flight trash talk ability despite his lack of cursing. Bills cornerback Josh Norman and Rich Eisen discuss Buffalo’s mindset after a season of challenges, possibly facing the Chiefs without Patrick Mahomes, why he’s as energized right now as at any point in his career, how he’s teamed up with Bills Mafia to help support local businesses in the Buffalo area, and his praise for Bills Defensive Coordinator Leslie Frazier. Rich wraps up the hour updating the story that caused such an uproar; about that time his mom went out on a date with Dodgers Hall of Famer Sandy Koufax. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off the hour reacting to the Philip Rivers’ retirement announcement and recaps the long-time Chargers’ QB’s storied career. Rich and the guys debate Rivers’ Hall of Fame credentials: will he be a first-balloter …will he even get in? Rich and the guys discuss Kyrie Irving’s return from his mystery absence and discuss what the Durant-Harden-Kyrie trio means for the balance of power in the Eastern Conference. Rich and the guys discuss the NFL’s controversial end zone fumble rule and debate when/if it will ever be changed. With Philip Rivers’ retirement, Rich and the guys discuss what the Colts next move at quarterback will be. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich and the guys discuss the rumored rift between Rams head coach Sean McVay and Jared Goff, and debate if Carson Wentz or Goff has the best chance come back from their recent slumps. Kyrie Irving has returned to the Nets so Rich dissects what he didn’t say verbally and what he shouted out loud with his bad body language. Actor and devout Saints fan Anthony Mackie and Rich discuss his deep, deep, DEEP hatred of the Atlanta Falcons, his dreams of Deshaun Watson playing for New Orleans, an AMAZING, never-told story about those Eminem rap battle lyrics from ‘8 Mile,’ his new Netflix movie ‘Outside the Wire,’ if he’s going to be the new Captain America, and his Super Bowl predictions. Rich wraps up the hour discussion Tom Brady stumping for former Patriots’ defensive lineman Richard Seymour to be enshrined in the Pro Football Hall of Fame, and breaks some news about the NFL’s controversial End Zone/Pylon Fumble Rule. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich and the guys start the hour debating which new NFL head coach hire will have the most success in the 2021 season, and which teams that made the playoffs this season will be watching from home next. The guys discuss who’s the best Jewish athlete ever which leads to a MUST LISTEN reveal aby Rich about Dodgers’ Hall of Famer Sandy Koufax and his mom. 76ers head coach Doc Rivers and Rich discuss his concerns that the NBA season could be paused because of Covid-19, the growing importance of Social Justice activism among NBA players, coaches, and the league itself, how’ he’d handled coaching Joel Embiid and Ben Simmons while working with new team exec Daryl Morey, and why his beloved Bears should stick with Mitchell Trubisky. Rich and the guys wrap up the hour trying to decipher Deshaun Watson’s latest cryptic tweet. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off the hour recapping the latest in the Deshaun Watson/Texans drama and explains why James Harden forcing his way out of Houston might be Watson’s blueprint to be traded to another team (maybe the Jets??) Packers running back Aaron Jones and Rich discuss Green Bay’s Divisional Round win over Aaron Donald and the Rams, facing the Buccaneers again after Tampa Bay blew them out of the water earlier this season, Aaron Rodgers’ as a mentor and leader, Rodger’ upcoming stint as ‘Jeopardy!’ host, and how he wound up in the NFL despite having NBA dreams while growing up. Rich wraps up the hour explaining the big changes to this year’s Pro Football Hall of Fame voting this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich opens the hour with a deep and VERY heated debate with Chris Brockman on one of his ongoing NFL pet peeves: the controversial Fumble Out of the End Zone rule. Chiefs backup QB Chad Henne and Rich discuss him entering the game for a concussed Patrick Mahomes in their Divisional Round game against the Browns, how he surprisingly used his legs to help secure KC’s win, Mahomes’ stauts for the AFC Championship Game, head coach Andy Reid’s penchant for handing out nicknames to his players, and Lloyd Carr’s awkward exit from the University of Michigan. Chris Brockman runs through the latest news including updates on Patrick Mahomes, Antonio Brown, Justin Fields, Eric Bieniemy and the Texans, Adam Gase and the Seahawks, Josh McDaniels and the Eagles, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich reacts to a caller blasting Drew Brees’ 3-interception game to possibly close out his storied career. The Deshaun Watson situation gets stickier every day so Jets fan Rich makes his pitch to the disgruntled Texans QB to pack his bags and join the Jets. NBC Sports’ hall of fame announcer Al Michaels and Rich discuss the Bills knocking off the Ravens to reach the AFC Championship game, Buffalo’s ‘why not us’ mindset that could put them over the top vs the Chiefs, Drew Brees’ historic career, the epic Tom Brady vs Aaron Rodgers matchup in the NFC Championship Game, and the passing of Tommy Lasorda including a classic story about the time he first met the Dodgers’ legend. Rich explains how Tom Brady’s appearance in the NFC title game puts him in rarified air among all-time NFL quarterbacks, and how another Super Bowl berth would put him in the company of only one other player in league history. Rich wraps up the hour explain why these are NOT the same old Cleveland Browns. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off the hour breaking down the Chiefs’ win over the Browns in their Divisional Round matchup, recaps the Bucs finally beating the Saints in three tries this season, weighs in on Tom Brady adding to his already-impressive legacy, and what appears to be the end of the line for Drew Brees. Peacock’s Pro Football Talk host Mike Florio and Rich discuss his reaction to Tom Brady and the Bucs’ big Divisional Round win over their NFC South rival Saints, Patrick Mahomes’ status after suffering a concussion and a toe injury in the Chiefs’ win over the Browns, how the Texans have made a mess of the Deshaun Watson situation, why the Eagles’ head coach job is anything but attractive, and his reaction to the coaching hires by the Chargers Lions, and Falcons. Rich wraps up the hour breaking down the messy situation facing the next Eagles head coach, and reflecting on Tom Brady and Drew Brees’ mutual respect and friendship displayed after their Divisional Round game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich and the guys react to Urban Meyer’s first press conference as the Jaguars head coach, and Rich makes a bold bet that could come back to haunt him (and his digestive tract). Chris Brockman runs down the latest news and notes on the NFL’s head coach hiring front, and the latest on Kyrie Irving’s mystery absence from the Nets. NFL Network’s Kurt Warner and Rich discuss the key to victory in the historic Saints-Buccaneers Divisional Round matchup between Tom Brady and Drew Brees, the number of high-level QBs in the Divisional Round, if the Browns can pull off the road upsets vs the Chiefs, the Rams’ chances against the Packers with an injured Jared Goff under center, and his reaction to the Urban Meyer and Robert Saleh hirings by the Jaguars and Jets. Rich and the guy go Higher Register with their sorta-solid-but-not-so-much tepid takes on tne Nets chances to win it all with James Harden, the role of superstitions in the Browns’ success, and Doug Pederson’s decision to part ways with the Eagles. The week wraps up with another classic edition of Mike Del Tufo’s Highly-Inaccurate Weather Report for the NFL’s Divisional Round games. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich begins the hour gloating to Mets fan TJ Jefferson and Red Sox fan Chris Brockman about his Yankees re-signing DJ LeMahieu. In his weekly 4 Downs segment, Rich weighs in on the Saints secret weapon that gives them yet another game-changing player, if New Orleans can beat Tampa for a 3rd time this season, the bevy of quality QBs playing in this year’s Divisional Round, and why two home favorites will end up VERY disappointed come Sunday night. Actor Josh Charles and Rich discuss his rabid Ravens fandom and his level of confidence for Baltimore’s Divisional round game against the Buffalo Bills, what it’s like having a superstar QB like Lamar Jackson, if Lamar was really getting an IV in the locker room during his much-discussed unscheduled “break” during the Ravens comeback win over the Browns, and his experience making the classic film ‘Dead Poets Society’ with the late, great Robin Williams. Chris Brockman wraps up the hour offering his best bets for how you should wager on this weekend’s NFL Divisional Round games. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off the hour reacting to Urban Meyer officially joining the Jacksonville Jaguars as their new head coach. The Jets have a new head coach and die-hard fan Rich breaks down the team’s long history of misfires, and says what new HC Robert Saleh must to that previous Jets coaches couldn’t. Jaguars legendary lineman Tony Boselli and Rich discuss Jacksonville’s hiring of Urban Meyer, how the Jaguars can best take advantage of Trevor Lawrence’s skillset, and the keys to the HUGE Divisional Round game between the Buccaneers and Saints. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich starts the hour recapping Ryan Garcia’s new-worthy comments from his Hour 2 interview, and breaks down how the Jets losing-by-winning put Urban Meyer on the Jaguars private jet to Jacksonville. Rich and the guys run through the latest news from around the NFL and react to Nets GM Sean Mark’s comments about pulling off the James Harden trade. Actor Lou Diamond Phillips and Rich discuss his long-standing Cowboys fandom, how landing the lead role in La Bamba changed his life, some amazing stories from the set of ‘Young Guns,’ and the new season of his FOX drama ‘Prodigal Son.’ ‘Brother from Another’ co-host Michael Smith and Rich discuss Kyrie Irving’s mystery absence from the Nets and how James Harden will mesh with Kevin Durant and Kyrie, and who’s to blame for the Brother from Another’s last-place showing in the Rich Eisen Show fantasy hoops league. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich opens the hour explaining why the Rams imposing defense can take them far in the playoffs. Urban Meyer is reportedly close to joining the Jaguars and Rich ponders if there’s a deeper, ego-driven impulse pushing him to coach in the NFL. WBC Interim Lightweight Champion Ryan Garcia and Rich discuss his reluctance to let people into his inner circle, why he respects Floyd Mayweather Jr as a fighter but DOES NOT have a lot of nice things to say about him as a person, why he opened up his life for a behind-the-scenes docu-series, his plans to fight Gervonta Davis and Manny Pacquioa, and why he would consider fighting in the UFC in the future. Rich and the guys wrap up the hour discussing the Packers hosting the Rams in their Divisional Round matchup. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off the hour reacting to the James Harden trade to the Nets and questions the methods Harden used to force the Rockets’ hand. Rich weighs in on the Urban Meyer-to-the-Jaguars reports and spells out why it’s a smart move for the 3-time national champion head coach. Nets announcer Ian Eagle and Rich discuss the James Harden to Brooklyn trade and what’s going on with the M.I.A. Kyrie Irving, how Harden with mesh with Kevin Durant and Irving, if the Bills are a legitimate Super Bowl contender, how much a role snowy conditions will play in the Bills-Tians playoff matchup, and his reaction to his son Noah’s play-by-play of Nickelodeon’s broadcast of the Saints-Bears game. Rich wraps up the hour wondering what in the world is going on with Kyrie Irving, and when/if the All-Star guard will return to the Nets. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Buccaneers running back Leonard Fournette and Rich discuss being on a playoff team with Tom Brady at quarterback, his mindset heading into Tampa’s Divisional Round showdown with their NFC South rival Saints, and why he’s not taking any calls from friends and hometown friends this week. Rich and the guys break down Sunday’s momentous Tom Brady vs Drew Brees matchup, and if Brady was trolling Saints QB in his latest photoshopped Instagram post. Hall of Fame running back Barry Sanders and Rich discuss the drama surrounding James Harden and Deshaun Watson, his role in finding the next Lions head coach, if the Texans should consider former Detroit head coach Jim Caldwell, who’s the best running back in the NFL, and how you can win big on choosing squares in Super Bowl Sunday. Rich and the guys wrap up the hour debating who’s better at collecting celebrity selfies: Rich or Mike Del Tufo? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich and the guys kick off the hour with Chris Brockman unabashedly confirming that he’s 100% untrustworthy when it comes to cheating at board games…especially vs children. Rich reacts to the announcement that the Bears are running it back with GM Ryan Pace and Head Coach Matt Nagy, and Urban Meyer’s seemingly choosing between the Jaguars and the Chargers.
Good Morning Football co-host Kyle Brandt and Rich Eisen discuss the Bears standing pat with their GM and Head Coach, his ‘Network’ inspired rant on GMF, his penchant for infusing famous movie motivational speeches into his NFL takes, why the movie ‘Miracle’ will always resonate, why the NFL needs to rebrand the Divisional Round of the playoffs, and why he lets his kids win at board games. Rich discusses which sports movies he needs to watch with his kids, including a behind-the-scenes look at the making of ‘Hoosiers.’ The hour wraps up with Rich and the guys breaking down potential James Harden trades to the Nets or Sixers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich starts the day recapping the Rockets’ latest blowout loss and the increasingly on court disinterest shown by disgruntled guard James Harden. The trouble in H-Town continues with a deep dive into the out-of-the-blue tweet from former Texans WR Andre Johnson supporting Deshaun Watson’s criticism of the team’s front office decision-making. Bill radio analyst and former Pro Bowl center Eric Wood and Rich discuss how Sean McDermott cleaned house and changed the culture in Buffalo, what Josh Allen has meant to the team’s fortunes, the challenge the Bills face in Lamar Jackson in the Divisional Round, how WR Stefon Diggs has improved Buffalo’s run game, and a CRAZY story about his visit to a Bills Mafia tailgate party. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich and the guys revisit their Older QB vs Younger QB in the last minutes of a game debate, and also discuss if the Dolphins should trade their 4 first and second round draft picks to the Texans for Deshaun Watson. Rich reacts to the NBA seriously clamping down on its Covid-19 protocols. Actor Bruce Greenwood and Rich discuss why he’s so often cast to play the President of the United States despite being a Canadian, why he gave up competitive skiing for acting, what it’s like to deal with Trekkies, how his FOX drama ‘The Resident’ mirrors the plight of health care workers on the Covid-19 front, and that time he missed out on a million-dollar payday by selling his vintage Lamborghini way too soon. Rich and the guys discuss that guy who forgot the password to his iron vault containing $200M worth of bitcoin and how Mike Del Tufo could actually help him get his money. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich Eisen begins the hour discussing the ever-growing murmurs in certain circles that the Dolphins are ready to move on from Tua Tagovailoa after just a one-season audition. In his Overreaction Tuesday segment, Rich weighs in on the NFL’s hottest topics including Mike Tomlin’s questionable decision-making vs the Browns, Ben Roethlisberger’s future in Pittsburgh, if the Browns can pull off another stunning upset vs the Chiefs, if Tom Brady can finally beat the Saints this season, and if Lamar Jackson’s playoff win did finally silence his critics.
NFL Network’s Daniel and Rich discuss the draft stock of Heisman Trophy-winning Alabama WR DeVonta Smith, where Alabama QB Mac Jones is likely to land in the NFL Draft, if the Jets should draft a QB or stick with Sam Darnold, if Doug Pederson or Giants DC Robert Saleh would be a better fit as the Jets next head coach, if the Dolphins regret drafting Tua Tagovailoa over Justin Herbert, why Alabama WR Jaylen Waddle played in the National Championship game so soon after ankle surgery, and if the NFL Combine will actually happen this season. Rich wraps up the hour trying desperately to convince himself that Jets QB Sam Darnold still has some value. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off the hour recapping Nick Saban’s 6th national championship at Alabama, says why Crimson Tide WR DeVonta Smith could be moving up the NFL Draft boards, if Alabama is simply too good for their own good, and his message to all the student-athletes who played football this season. Rich and Chris Brockman get into a HEATED debate: would you rather have Drew Brees or Josh Allen as your QB to lead your team on a last-minute scoring drive? Ravens Pro Bowl Defensive End Calais Campbell and Rich discuss how Baltimore shut down the Titans’ 2000-yard rusher Derrick Henry, his team’s pre-game trash talk and post-game Titans’ logo stomp, how the team and QB Lamar Jackson turned their season around after a mid-season funk, and how being the reigning Walter Payton Man of the Year honors is helping him prepare to face the Bills in the Divisional Round of the playoffs. Rich and the guys wrap up the hour breaking down the top QB matchups in this weekend’s playoff games. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
VSiN’s Brent Musburger and Rich discuss Tom Brady and the Bucs’ chances to upset the Saints in their Divisional Round playoff game, which remaining playoff team has the most imposing defense, which AFC team has the best chance to unseat the Chiefs, the Eagles firing head coach Doug Pederson, how the Alabama-Ohio State National Championship game plays out, and how 43-year-old Tom Brady compares to 43-year-old George Blanda. Stone Cold Steve Austin and Rich discuss what the wrestling hall of fame does on a typical weekend, how he bonded with Brett Favre, his star-studded slate of comedians on season two of his USA Network show ‘Straight Up Steve Austin,’ and his reaction to Baker Mayfield’s playoff win over the Steelers. Rich wraps up the hour reacting to the Eagles stunning firing of Super Bowl-winning head coach Doug Pederson and why he’d welcome him to the Jets sideline in a heartbeat. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Trail Blazers guard C.J. McCollum and Rich discuss his beloved Browns’ big playoff win over their AFC North rival Steelers, the perils of playing this NBA season outside of a bubble, sharing the ball with teammate Damian Lillard, and why he was popping champagne in the 1st quarter of the Browns-Steelers wild card game on Sunday night. Chris Brockman runs through the latest news items from the world of sports including the latest on the Deshaun Watson-Texans drama, NFL head coaching news, and the Covid impact on the current NBA season. The guys wrap up the hour debating with MLB team is the frontrunner to sign free agent batting champion D.J. LeMahieu. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off the hour breaking down the NFL’s Super Wild Card Weekend starting with a recap of the NFC games. Rich recaps the Browns surprising blowout of the Steelers and explains why that 28-0 lead was anything but a guarantee of a W. Saints DE Cam Jordan and Rich discuss New Orleans defensive domination on of the Bears, his kind but still brutally honest assessment of Chicago QB Mitchell Trubisky, facing Tom Brady and the Buccaneers for the third time this season, and his reaction to Nickelodeon’s coverage of the network’s first NFL telecast. Rich wraps up the hour offering his glowing assessment of Nickelodeon’s presentation of the Bears-Saints Wild Card game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Brockman kicks off the hour with the latest news and notes in sports including Kyrie Irving’s mystery absence from the Nets, what the Texans owner and GM had to say about the Deshaun Watson trade rumors, and who made first-team All-Pro in the NFL this season. Rich weighs in on what kind of coach the Jets need to turn the franchise around. Actor Michael Ealy and Rich discuss his longtime Washington Football Team fandom, his Maryland Terps hoops program in the Big East Basketball glory days, and his new film with Hilary Swank, ‘Fatale.’ Rich reacts to the simmering tension between Deshaun Watson and the Texans’ brass, (timestamp) and the guys wrap up the hour with their Higher Register Tepid takes on the Patriots, Trubisky, and Knicks, along with Chris Brockman’s Sneaky Good Games for the NFL’s Super Wild Card Weekend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off the hour getting goaded into making a more reluctant-than-ever Unlockiest Lock of the Week, one that will make Washington Football Team fans happy. Ever notice why the Bill Belichick coaching/GM tree doesn’t always bear fruit? Rich explains why that is, along with the correlation between a head coach’s success and his quarterback. Brother from Another co-host Michael Holley and Rich discuss how the Patriots are reacting to Tom Brady’s big season and playoff berth, how Brady’s demeanor with teammates is different in Tampa, and why his team is DEAD LAST in the Rich Eisen Show’s fantasy hoops league. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich opens the hour reacting to the sad news out of Los Angeles of the passing of Dodgers Hall of Fame manager Tommy Lasorda. Rich does a deep dive into the weekend’s NFL Wild Card games looking at the top storylines for each matchup. Houston Chronicle NFL writer John McLain and Rich discuss why superstar QB Deshaun Watson is disgruntled with the Texans, what the chances are Watson will be traded, who could be the Texans next head coach, JJ Watt’s future in Houston, and some of the Texans’ biggest blunders over the years. Rich and the guys wrap up the hour debating which teams would be most likely to trade for disgruntled Texans QB Deshaun Watson. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off the hour giving a Yankees fan’s perspective of the Mets trading for Cleveland All-Start SS Francisco Lindor, and reacts giddily to the news that PBS has pulled the plug on the bratty cartoon series ‘Caillou.’ To celebrate his birthday, Rich and the guys debate which is the best Nicolas Cage movie. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sunday Night Football’s Cris Collinsworth and Rich discuss the Eagles’ tanking controversy, how the Browns’ Covid outbreak will affect them vs the Steelers, why Pittsburgh has been so inconsistent this season, which overlooked player could have the biggest impact for the Browns and Steelers, and who has the edge in the Bucs vs Washington wild card game. Rich explains why the Buffalo Bills don’t know how good they really are, which makes them even more dangerous in the playoffs, (timestamp) and recaps the show’s legendary night of karaoke in Nashville during the NFL Draft. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Pro Football Talk’s Mike Florio and Rich discuss the possibility that Texans QB Deshaun Watson might request a trade, why Houston still hasn’t interviewed Chiefs’ OC Eric Bieniemy for their vacant head coach job, and what the timeline for a possible trade could be. Hall of Fame linebacker Ray Lewis and Heisman Trophy-winner Eddie George join Rich to discuss their longstanding rivalry, how their on-field battles led to a close off-field friendship, how facing George inspired Lewis in his off-season workouts, the keys to this weekend’s Titans vs Ravens wild card game, and their VERY different takes on the Eagles’ tanking controversy. The guys wrap up the hour discussing the Mets pulling of a blockbuster deal to acquire shortstop Francisco Lindor from Cleveland. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich and Chris Brockman break down the latest in the Browns Covid outbreak and why the NFL won’t let Cleveland head coach Kevin Stefanski call plays remotely. Comedian Bert Kreischer and Rich discuss his hilarious baseball career, hosting TBS’ ‘Go-Big Show,’ his upcoming “Machine” movie, and reveals something shocking about fellow comedian and Mandalorian co-star Bill Burr. Rich wraps up the hour breaking down the most likely upset targets in this weekend’s NFL Wild Card matchups. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Indianapolis Colts running back Jonathan Taylor and Rich discuss his record-setting rookie season, how he had to adjust mentally to his role in the NFL, playing against fellow Wisconsin Badgers JJ Watt for the first time, having Philip Rivers as his first NFL QB, and how former Buffalo QB Frank Reich is preparing his time for the Bills in their Wild Card matchup. Good Morning Football’s Kyle Brandt and Rich discuss if the Bears have any chance whatsoever to upset the Saints in their Wild Card matchup, why the Browns will beat the Steelers despite their Covid outbreak, who should start for the Rams against the Seahawks and if the Dolphins regret drafting Tua Tagovailoa over Justin Herbert, and why Bills QB Josh Allen is the NFL’s Mandalorian. Rich wraps up the hour explaining why the Redskins being an 8-point home underdog is pure craziness. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off the hour reacting to Eagles Center Jason Kelce’s explanation of what happened on the sideline when Nate Sudfeld replaced Jalen Hurts in their season finale. Rich reacts to Trevor Lawrence officially declaring for the NFL Draft with one last Jets lamentation on missing out on the Clemson QB. Alabama QB Mac Jones and Rich discuss his Cinderella season that nearly earned him the Heisman Trophy, what he learned while backing up Tua Tagovailoa and Jalen Hurts, his appreciation of Tim Tebow’s stellar collegiate career, and what he did that time in practice that caused Nick Saban to yell at him for ten minutes. Rich previews the truly super matchups in the NFL’s Super Wild Card Weekend and wraps up the hour revisiting a very touchy subject among the show’s cast and crew. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Saints WR Emmanuel Sanders and Rich discuss what it was like playing a full NFL season amid the Covid-19 pandemic, how head coach Sean Payton expertly handled all the adversity thrown at the team, if star RB and WR Alvin Kamara and Michael Smith will play this weekend vs the Bears, why Eagles’ head coach Dough Pederson wasn’t entirely wrong to tank vs Washington, and his reaction to former teammate Aqib Talib’s successful transition to the broadcast booth. Emmy-winning actor Michael Chiklis and Rich discuss his difficulty in accepting the end of the Patriots’ dynasty, why he still roots for Tom Brady, and his new CBS All Access show ‘Coyote,’ Rich wraps up the hour previewing the big Titans-Ravens wild card matchup this weekend, and revisits some great memories from his college days between Michigan and the Miami Hurricanes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Brockman kicks off the hour with the latest news including notes on Jerry Jones’ comment son Dak Prescott’s next contract, the Redskins possibly using a QB platoon this weekend, Frank Gore’s NFL future, the Heisman Trophy odds, and more. NFL Network’s Daniel Jeremiah and Rich discuss how Justin Fields’ draft stock compares to that of Trevor Lawrence, what the Jets could do with the #2 pick in the NFL Draft, Alabama’s embarrassment of riches when it comes to NFL talent, how the Bama/Ohio State title game plays out, if Urban Meyer would be a good fit as the Chargers next head coach, and why the Eagles tanking was an example of poor execution. The guys and callers wrap up the hour debating Brockman on whether Craig Biggio is worthy of his Hall of Fame status. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off the hour reacting to the news that Browns’ head coach Kevin Stefanski and four others testing positive for Covid-19 and will be unavailable for their upcoming wildcard game against the Steelers. Rich recaps the aftermath of the Eagles tanking controversy including his reaction to Giants’ head coach Joe Judge ripping his NFC East rivals. NFL Network’s Steve Mariucci and Rich discuss his memories of the 49ers incredible wildcard game comeback in 2003 vs the New York Giants, the Eagles’ controversial benching of Jalen Hurts in their season finale against Washington, why Giants HC Joe Judge was out of line in ripping his division rivals, his reaction to the Browns losing head coach Kevin Stefanski for their wildcard game vs the Steelers due to Covid-19, the key matchups in the NFL’s Super Wildcard Weekend games. Rich wraps up the hour debating a caller on the merits of Giants head coach Joe Judge’s criticism of the Eagles’ tanking. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Washington Football Team head coach Ron Rivera and Rich discuss his team’s resilience to win the NFC East this season, Alex Smith’s “triumphant” return to the NFL after that devastating leg injury he suffered two seasons ago, why Washington released former first-round pick Dwayne Haskins, his reaction to seeing the Eagles benching of Jalen Hurts for Nate Sudfeld in their regular-season finale, and how rookie DE Chase Young compares to Hall of Famer Lawrence Taylor. Rich recaps the Cowboys’ woeful 6-10 season and why coaches continuously make bad decisions when it comes time to throw/not throw the red challenge flag, (timestamp) and breaks down the Jets’ draft options after losing out on the Trevor Lawrence sweepstakes. Rich wraps up the hour discussing why tanking in the NFL can be a good thing if you’re looking ahead to the future instead of living in the moment. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bruce Feldman of FOX Sports and The Athletic and Rich discuss why the Texas Longhorns fired head coach Tom Herman, which former NFL head coaches are being considered to replace Steve Sarkisian as Alabama’s next Offensive Coordinator, why Jim Harbaugh to the Chargers is a real possibility, if Iowa State’s Matt Campbell or Northwestern’s Pat Fitzgerald could make the jump to the NFL coaching ranks, why the College Football Playoff is destined for expansion, Ohio State’s chances vs Alabama in the National Championship Game, and if his FOX Sports co-hort Urban Meyer will be re-joining the coaching ranks with the Jaguars.\Rich previews the Buccaneers vs Washington wildcard game and explains how the 7-9 WFT can upset Tom Brady and company. In his Overreaction Monday segment Rich Eisen reacts to the NFL’s trending topics including the Bucs chances to reach the Super Bowl as a wildcard team, if this was Aaron Rodgers best season ever, if Justin Herbert makes the Chargers HC opening the most attractive, and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off the hour recapping how the NFL playoff picture shook out after Week 17 including the Eagles’ controversial decision to bench Jalen Hurts for 3rd stringer Nate Sudfeld in a game that decided the NFC East champion. Pro Football Talk’s Mike Florio and Rich discuss if the Eagles tanked it in their season finale vs the Washington Football Team by benching Jalen Hurts for Nate Sudfeld, if the NFL can fix its tanking problem, the chances Urban Meyer takes the Jaguars head coaching job, who the Jets will target as their next head coach (Jim Harbaugh??), why the Chargers fired head coach Anthony Lynn, and what making the playoffs means for Mitch Trubisky’s future as the Bears’ starting QB. Rich wraps up the hour explaining why Urban Meyer and Ohio State’s Ryan Day might want to think twice about making the jump to the NFL to coach the Jaguars. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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The Best Of The Rich Eisen Show featuring Jeff Monken, Rich Gannon, and Frank Reich. Thank you to today's sponsor: Microsoft Teams = Now there are more ways to be a Team. Learn more at Microsoft.com/teams Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Two-time Super Bowl champion Chris Long and Rich discuss why the Jaguars will win in Week 16 and put the Jets back in the driver’s seat to land Clemson QB Trevor Lawrence, why Sam Darnold could still find success in New York, why Jets Head Coach Adam Gase still has a job, and the mindset of players over very, very bad teams. Actor/comedian/musician Craig Robinson and Rich discuss his new FOX show ‘The Masked Dancer,” his Bulls fan reaction to the ‘Last Dance’ Michael Jordan documentary, the unforgettable basketball scene from ‘The Office,’ how hilarious a Dunder Mifflin zoom call would be, and which ‘Office’ cast member was the easiest to crack up while filming. Rich wraps up the hour breaking down all the playoff clinching scenarios for NFL Week 16. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In his Overreaction Tuesday segment Rich weighs in on what the Jets should do if they only get the #2 overall pick in the 2021 NFL Draft, if he’d take Jalen Hurts over Tua Tagovailoa, if the Rams embarrassing loss to the previously winless Jets was the worst of his career, if the Cowboys could actually make the playoffs, and more! Cy Young Award-winning pitcher CC Sabathia and Rich discuss the heart issues that led to his dramatic weight loss, his baseball journey from his grandmother’s backyard to a possible spot in the Hall of Fame, who are the most talented players he saw during his playing days, if the Astros cheated vs the Yankees in the 2019 ALCS, his new HBO documentary, and why he’s semi-panicked about his beloved Raiders. Colts Head Coach Frank Reich and Rich discuss facing a desperate Steelers team in Week 16, what Philip Rivers has brought to Indianapolis, his team’s mindset for the last two games of the season, his reaction to Carson Wentz’s benching in Philadelphia, and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off the hour recapping the “desperate” Steelers Monday Night Football loss to the woeful Bengals, and explains why he’s counting on Jaguars’ QB Gardner Minshew to keep his Trevor Lawrence-to-the-Jets dream alive. Hall of Fame DB Rod Woodson and Rich discuss the way-too-soon passing of Steelers legend Kevin Greene, Pittsburgh’s concerning 3-game losing streak after starting the season 11-0, why the Bills could top the Chiefs in the AFC this season, why the Packers are the class of the NFC, and what nugget of life wisdom advice he once gave Rich. Rich wraps up the hour recapping how he was masterfully trolled by Cowboys owner Jerry Jones, Reggie Jackson and others on his GameDay Morning NFL Network show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Former All-Pro cornerback Aqib Talib and Rich discuss is star turn in the booth as an NFL on FOX in-game analyst, why Jalen Hurts is staying put as the Eagles’ starting QB, why the Cardinals will be a tough out if they reach the playoffs, if he’d rather cover Tyreek Hill or DeAndre Hopkins, and why he studied Tony Romo before making his broadcasting debut. In the wake of a semi-controversial choice of final four College Football Playoff teams, Rich offers up his own brackets on what an 8-team CFP could have looked like, followed up by Rich revealing that he has a BIG issue with those Dr. Pepper halftime football “throwing” tuition giveaway contest. Rich wraps up the hour lamenting more on the Jets possibly losing out in the chance to draft Clemson QB/franchise savior Trevor Lawrence, and offers one final Princess Leia-inspired plea to Bears’ quarterback Mitchell Trubisky. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off the hour singing the praise of the Bills and their QB Josh Allen taking his game to the next level. Army Head Coach Jeff Monken and Rich discuss why the 9-2 Black Knights are without an opponent to play in the Independence Bowl, why other college football programs are opting out of postseason games in the face of the Covid-19 pandemic, if Army will be ready to step in if another team bows out of a bowl game, and why he left Notre Dame out of his top 4 in the latest Coaches’ Poll. Rich wraps up the hour marveling at the golf skills of Tiger Woods’ 11-year-old son Charlie. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off the hour recapping the Saint loss to the Chiefs in Drew Brees’ return from a rib injury, along with Tom Brady and the Bucs’ big comeback win over the Falcons (sound familiar??). Rich, a lifelong (and long-suffering) Jets fan EPICALLY reacts to New York’s improbable win over the Rams that put them behind the Jaguars in the pursuit of the #1 overall pick and Clemson quarterback Trevor Lawrence. Rich follows that up with an impassioned plea to Bears’ QB Mitch Trubisky to help get the Jets back on track to win the Lawrence sweepstakes. NBC Sports’ NFL Insider Peter King and Rich discuss Aqib Talib’s surprising and triumphant turn as an in-game booth analyst for the NFL on FOX, why Jalen Hurts’ emergence could push Carson Wentz out of Philly, who can win the woeful NFC East, if the Bills can get past the Chiefs to win the AFC, which teams could get left out of the AFC playoff picture, and why Tom Brady and the Bucs could be a dangerous road playoff team. Rich warps up the hour looking at which NFC teams helped and hurt their playoff chances in Week 15. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The guys have more reaction to Chris Brockman’s issues with the show’s new publicity photos.(2:03). Actor Scott Glenn and Rich discuss that time he saved Francis Ford Coppola’s life while filming Apocalypse Now, how astronaut Alan Shepard hilariously reacted to Glenn’s portrayal of him in The Righ Stuff, filming The Hunt for Red October with Sean Connery, what advice Denzel Washington gave him about making Training Day, why he almost passed on being in The Silence of the Lambs, his new disaster film Greenland, and his bold prediction about his Steelers and Patrick Mahomes’ Chiefs.(20:59). The guys wrap up the week with Rich’s top Under-the-Radar games and Chris Brockman’s Sneaky Good Games for NFL Week 15. (46:24). Thank you to today's sponsor: Microsoft Teams = Now there are more ways to be a Team. Learn more at Microsoft.com/teams Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
ESPN’s Chris Fowler and Rich discuss what’s shaping up to be an EPIC Clemson-Notre Dame rematch in the ACC title game, Fighting Irish head coach Brian Kelly’s threat to possibly boycott the Rose Bowl, what it’s like working with his wife on his new ‘Who You Got?’ podcast, and if Trevor Lawrence is ready to give up Clemson’s winning ways for …the Jets?? (2:40). Former NFL WR Chad Ochocinco and Rich discuss their big plans to work together…and go shopping for slippers, why Bill Belichick runs a TIGHT ship in New England, who the best receiver in the NFL is, why he’s a penny pincher on his wardrobe but SUPER generous when it comes to tipping, and why he’s so impressed with Bengals rookie WR Tee Higgins (23:00). In their weekly Higher Register tepid takes Brockman weighs in on Tiger Woods’ son, TJ on LaMelo Ball’s season outlook, and Rich drops a bomb that takes a show’s behind-the-scenes controversy to all new “heights”(45:48). Thank you to today's sponsor: Geico = In just 15 minutes you could save you 15% or more on car insurance. Visit Geico.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off the hour recapping the Raiders loss to the Chargers on Thursday Night Football (2:19). Rich reacts to Brian Kelly saying Notre Dame won’t play in any bowl games where friends and family are not allowed to attend…ahem, Rose Bowl. (23:37). NFL Network analyst Brian Baldinger and Rich discuss Jets rookie offensive lineman Mekhi Becton, which NFL rookies aren’t playing like rookies, why the Packers are the best team in the NFC, if anyone can stop the Chiefs in the AFC, and why the Eagles are in good hands with rookie QB Jalen Hurts. (26:50). Rich wraps up the hour explaining why Sam Darnold, though flawed as a QB, is an outstanding person, and the show’s Call Screener Adam weighs in on Mitch Trubisky’s future as the Bears starting QB. (46:10).
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CBS Sports NFL Analyst Rich Gannon and Rich discuss his transition from the playing field to the broadcast booth, his improbable journey from small college Delaware to winning the NFL MVP Award, Justin Herbert’s impressive rookie season and bright future, what makes the Chiefs so good, how Tom Brady and Philip Rivers have meshed with their new teams this season, Mike McCarthy’s struggles with the Dallas Cowboys, and Alex Smith’s return to the field (3:17). Chris Brockman runs through the latest news & notes from sports including updates on Drew Brees, Christian McCaffrey, and others. (33:18). Michael Smith and Rich discuss Tiger Woods and his son’s identical golf swing, why the Jets deserve Trevor Lawrence, and have some good-natured fun at the expense of James Harden and ‘Brother from Another’ co-host Michael Holley. (46:26). Thank you to today's sponsor: Microsoft Teams = Now there are more ways to be a Team. Learn more at Microsoft.com/teams
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Rich and the guys kick off the hour discussing James Harden’s adventures in Las Vegas and his diva mindset. Why NBA superstars expect and get preferential treatment, (3:20). ESPN NBA Analyst and 17-year NBA veteran Richard Jefferson and Rich discuss who’s to blame for all the Harden-Rockets drama, if the Heat should make a run at James Harden, and co-hosting the Sports Illustrated Awards with former NFL WR Chad Ochocinco. (22:19). Rich wraps up the hour discussion with the guys topics ranging from an overabundance of bubble wrap, getting a third dog, what to do when you drop your cellphone in the toilet, and who’s the best movie president? (43:41). Thank you to today's sponsor: Geico = In just 15 minutes you could save you 15% or more on car insurance. Visit Geico.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off the hour previewing the Raiders vs Chargers on Thursday Night Football and the playoff implications for Las Vegas and Jon Gruden (2:52). Seahawks WR D.K. Metcalf and Rich discuss his emergence as one of the NFL’s most dangerous weapons, what makes him so motivated to become an all-time great, his unforgettable chase down of Budda Baker and all the subsequent memes, his unique personal style, and the one thing that gets his ire up. (15:25). Rich and the guys wrap up the hour previewing the intriguing storylines in the Giants vs the Browns in Week 15. (42:16). Thank you to today's sponsor: Microsoft Teams = Now there are more ways to be a Team. Learn more at Microsoft.com/teams
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ESPN NBA Insider Brian Windhorst and Rich discuss James Harden’s ‘star treatment’ that has impacted the Rockets on and off the court, what the Rockets could get in return in a possible Harden trade, the long-term impact of Giannis signing his Bucks supermax extension, and how the NBA will handle covid protocols and testing in the new season with no bubble this time around. (3:16). Rich and the guys do a deep dive on James Harden, reacting to the latest comments from the Rockets guard, and the possibility of a trade anytime soon, (28:55). Rich wraps up the hour with another classic comment on Jets head coach Adam Gase because, why not!?! (52:55). Thank you to today's sponsor: Geico = In just 15 minutes you could save you 15% or more on car insurance. Visit Geico.com
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Rich and the guys begin the hour debating if any team in the AFC can stop the Chiefs offense. (00:52). Rich calls out TJ Jefferson for not having his back yesterday when Chargers RB Austin Ekeler trolled him for mentioning a certain obsolete technology. (16:18). Good Morning Football co-host Kyle Brandt and Rich discuss the Giants up-and-down fortunes of late, how many AFC North teams will make the playoffs, how Bill Belichick could keep the Jets from getting Trevor Lawrence, if the Bears should move on from Mitchell Trubisky, and which is the best Farrelly Brothers movie: Kingpin, Dumb and Dumber, or There’s Something about Mary? (23:47). TJ Jefferson recalls that time he was an extra in ‘Kingpin,’ (44:55) and Rich has some advice for Trevor Lawrence for when he gets drafted by the Jets (49:06). Thank you to today's sponsor: Microsoft Teams = Now there are more ways to be a Team. Learn more at Microsoft.com/teams
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Rich kicks off the hour VERY geeked out about the NFL’s Week 15 playoff clinching scenarios. (1:18). Rich and the guys react to James Harden’s less-than-impressive NBA pre-season debut and his off-season penchant for having a VERY good time at all times. (18:13). Monday Night Football’s Brian Griese and Rich discuss if his ’97 Michigan team could beat the ’97 Nebraska team in a battle of split national title winners, how Tom Brady has matured since college and his inconsistency in Bruce Arians’ offense, his takeaways from the EPIC Browns-Ravens MNF game, what Lamar Jackson was really doing in the locker room during his mystery break on MNF, possibly loosing his Monday Night Football boothmate Louis Riddick to an NFL GM job, why the ’72 Dolphins celebrated the Steelers first loss this season, and which AFC team has the best chance to unseat the Chiefs. (25:22). Thank you to today's sponsor: Geico = In just 15 minutes you could save you 15% or more on car insurance. Visit Geico.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Chargers running back Austin Ekeler and Rich discuss his improbable journey to the NFL, how he dealt with injury after finally winning the starting job, head coach Anthony Lynn’s tenuous job status, Justin Herbert’s immense potential, his co-founding of Gridiron Gaming Group, and if Lamar Jackson was cramping up or doing something else in the locker room during the Ravens’ MNF game. (2:41). Acclaimed director Christopher Nolan and Rich discuss his new film ‘Tenet’ and his obsession with time that’s threaded through most of his movies, the challenge of filming Tenet’s time-twisting scenes with actor John David Washington, what it was like to buy then destroy an actual 747 jet airplane, which “Dark Knight’ role he originally wanted Heath Ledger to play, and his surprising reveal about which movie he just can’t stop watching. (22:00). Chris Brockman wraps up the hour with the latest news including updates on Drew Brees, James Conner, Alex Smith, Christian McCaffrey and others. (45:47). Thank you to today's sponsor: Microsoft Teams = Now there are more ways to be a Team. Learn more at Microsoft.com/teams
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In his weekly ‘4 Downs’ segment Rich weighs in on the excitement surrounding Jalen Hurts as the Eagles’ starting QB, the race to be the worst team in the NFL this season, why the Dolphins are setting pretty already in the 2021 NFL Draft, and if the Eagles can rally to win the NFC East. (6:54). NFL Network Analyst Joe Thomas and Rich discuss what the Browns proved despite losing to the Ravens in Week 14, how new head coach Kevin Stefanski has turned around Cleveland’s fortunes, if Lamar Jackson really was cramping during MNF, how the Steelers can fix their run game, and which team has the best chance to unseat the Chiefs in the AFC. (17:00). Rich and the guys react to the news that Giannis Antetokounmpo is signing his 5-year supermax extension to remain with the Milwaukee Bucks and what that means for the rest of the Eastern Conference, and if the Rockets will actually trade James Harden. (40:28). Thank you to today's sponsor: Geico = In just 15 minutes you could save you 15% or more on car insurance. Visit Geico.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off the hour breaking down the EPIC Ravens-Browns Monday Night Football slugfest, and ponders what really happened during that unique “cramping” situation involving reigning MVP Lamar Jackson. (00:51). ESPN’s Scott Van Pelt and Rich discuss the bad beat caused by the safety at the end of the Ravens-Browns game, if Lamar Jackson was pooping or cramping up during Monday Night Football, and what Baltimore’s comeback win means for their playoff hopes. (25:35). Rich wraps up the hour reacting to Ravens Safety Marlon Humphrey having some fun at the expense of his MVP quarterback, and the historical significance of that Lamar Jackson-Baker Mayfield battle between Heisman Trophy winners. (44:20). Thank you to today's sponsor: Microsoft Teams = Now there are more ways to be a Team. Learn more at Microsoft.com/teams
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Rich kicks off the hour breaking down the Eagles QB situation and saying if he’d go with Carson Wentz or stick with rookie Jalen Hurts (6:21). In his Overreaction Monday segment Rich weighs in on Mitch Trubisky, the Steelers slump, Drew Brees’ importance to the Saint’s Super Bowl chances, Derrick Henry’s MVP case, the Raiders sinking ship and more! (11:14). Rich reacts to Bill Cowher’s statement saying he has interest in return to coach in the NFL, and why Trevor Lawrence is the savior the Jets are looking for (27:34). Chris Brockman wraps up the hour with the latest news and nots from the NFL, College Football, and the Indians changing their name for the 2022 season. (26:47). Thank you to today's sponsor: Geico = In just 15 minutes you could save you 15% or more on car insurance. Visit Geico.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off the hour explaining why the Bills are impressive but still have one big thing to prove. (1:00). Another week, another Jets lament as Rich rues on the state of his 0-13 team, saying they’ve reached an all-time low point (which is saying A LOT considering the team’s long history of low points). (8:27). Colts Owner & CEO Jim Irsay and Rich discuss this 9-4 team’s outlook for the rest of the season, Philip Rivers’ future as the Colts starting QB, if they would ever make a run at luring Andrew Luck out of retirement, how Josh McDaniels backing out of the Indy job turned out to be a blessing in disguise, what the Colts are doing to help raise awareness of and the approach to treating mental health issues, and if the NFL is considering going to a playoff bubble like the NBA and MLB did. (21:13). Rich wraps up the our wondering which is the more promising reclamation project: Carson Wentz or Sam Darnold? (47:35).
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Rich kicks off the hour breaking down the big changes atop the AFC playoff hierarchy after Sunday’s NFL Week 14 games, and recaps Jalen Hurts’ impressive NFL starting debut and the NFC playoff picture (4:11). Pro Football Talk’s Mike Florio and Rich discuss the NFL making it through 14 weeks in the face of the Covid-19 pandemic, the Eagles’ future decisions at QB, Alex Smith’s calf injury, the Raiders firing their Defensive Coordinator, which NFL coaches won’t be NFL coaches after this season, and his choice for NFL Coach of the Year honors. (23:10). Chiefs’ TE Travis Kelce and Rich discuss what makes the Chiefs’ offense so dangerous, his nomination for the NFL’s esteemed Walter Payton Man of the Year Award, his brother Jason’s new hairdo, his record-setting career path, and a new a great new nickname for KC head coach Andy Reid (39:29). Thank you to today's sponsor: Netsuite = The world's number one cloud business system. Schedule your free product tour at Netsuite.com/Rich Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Chris Brockman updates the latest NFL injury news that could impact your fantasy playoffs.(8:13). Rich offers up his top three Under the Radar games for NFL Week 14 between the Cowboys and Bengals, Cardinals and Giants, and the Chargers and Falcons. (13:46). Actor Kevin Bacon and Rich discuss his hosting the upcoming ‘Play On’ charity concert on CBS, the best singers-turned-actors and an EPIC Six Degrees of Kevin Back game, the anniversary of the release of ‘A Few Good Men,’ and Showtime’s ‘City on a Hill.’ (20:45). Rich and the guys wrap up the hour with their Higher Register Tepid takes on the Bills chances to play in the AFC Championship Game, the Rams as the NFC’s best team, and the Raven’s revived playoff hopes, plus Brockman’s Week 14 Sneaky Good Games, and Rich’s Unlockiest Lock of the Week. (45:09). Thank you to today's sponsor: Microsoft Teams = Now there are more ways to be a Team. Learn more at Microsoft.com/teams Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
ESPN’s Bomani Jones and Rich discuss Kyrie Irving’s convoluted reasoning for not speaking to the media, if the Clippers should have given Paul George that huge max extension, possible landing spots if the Rockets trade James Harden, and his choice for the biggest heist in sports history. (4:24). NBC Sports Boston’s Tom Curran and Rich discuss the problem with Cam Newton and the Patriots offense, how the Bill Belichick and Patriots painted themselves into a corner when it comes to their roster, how the Patriots can rebound in 2021 and beyond. (24:11). Rich and the guys wrap up the hour breaking down his 12-year-old son’s (impressive) fantasy hoops draft. (48:27). Thank you to today's sponsors: Geico = In just 15 minutes you could save you 15% or more on car insurance. Visit Geico.com Pluto TV = Drop in. It's free. 100s of free TV channels and 1000s of movies and TV shows. Visit Pluto.TV Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off the hour breaking down the Patriots complete and utter break down against the Rams in Week 14, touting the Rams doing everything right against Bill Belichick. (1:58). Former ESPN host Trey Wingo and Rich discuss his days as an NBC Page, why he named his new podcast ‘Half Forgotten History,’ leaving ESPN after 23 years, why the Chiefs will repeat as champions, why he’s not fully on the Browns bandwagon, and which team will come out of the NFC. (23:59). Rich and the guys wrap up the hour touting the Browns as a legit title contender, and debate who is most expensive bust in sports history. (45:56). Thank you to today's sponsor: Microsoft Teams = Now there are more ways to be a Team. Learn more at Microsoft.com/teams Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Chris Brockman opens the hour with the latest news and notes from the world of sports including a ton of NFL injury updates. (2:49). Comedian Nick Kroll and Rich discuss why ‘The League’ former cast member is also a former fantasy football player in real life, which athletes were the best actors on ‘The League,’ how he convinced some of Hollywoods top stars and most respected actors to play raunchy roles in the new season of Netflix’s ‘Big Mouth,’ and what he learned from British camp counselors as a kid. (19:57). ‘Brother from Another’ co-host Michael Holley and Rich discuss if James Harden is the most overrated player in the NBA, and the Eagles starting Jalen Hurts over the much higher-paid Carson Wentz in Week 14. (41:06). Thank you to today's sponsor: Microsoft Teams = Now there are more ways to be a Team. Learn more at Microsoft.com/teams Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich and the guys discuss Chris Brockman’s insane 14-team fantasy league and how to make yourself not hate your life when your fantasy team is losing. (8:33). Future Hall of Fame linebacker Demarcus Ware and Rich discuss the Cowboys lack of leadership on the defensive side of the ball, Dak Prescott’s future in Dallas, if the Cowboys are using Ezekiel Elliott enough, his pick for the NFL’s Defensive Player of the Year, and this new fitness app ‘Driven to Win.’ (20:42). Rich wraps up the hour reacting to the MASSIVE contract extension the Clippers just gave Paul George. Seriously, it’s A LOT of money. (42:18). Thank you to today's sponsors: Geico = In just 15 minutes you could save you 15% or more on car insurance. Visit Geico.com Pluto TV = Drop in. It's free. 100s of free TV channels and 1000s of movies and TV shows. Visit Pluto.TV Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off the hour previewing the big Thursday Night Football matchup between the Rams and Bill Belichick’s Patriots, previews the top Week 14 storylines, and explains why this is a HUGE week for the Eagles. (3:04). Rich and the guys debate which NBA team would have the best chance to unseat the Lakers if they were to acquire disgruntled Rockets guard James Harden. (26:51). Clemson Head Coach Dabo Swinney and Rich discuss how he got the recruiting ball rolling at Clemson, if teams that have played only a partial schedule should be illegible for the College Football Playoff, and Trevor Lawrence’s NFL future and when it might start. (36:59). Thank you to today's sponsor: Microsoft Teams = Now there are more ways to be a Team. Learn more at Microsoft.com/teams Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off the hour sharing a story about his first trip to Las Vegas where he took in a comedy set from the late, great (and HIGHLY profane) Redd Foxx, (4:51). Chris Brockman runs through the latest news including NFL injury updates on Joe Mixon, Daniel Jones, Antonio Gibson, Drew Brees and others. (10:40). ‘Inside the NBA’ co-host Kenny Smith and Rich discuss James Harden’s future with the Rockets, if Giannis Antetokounmpo will be staying or leaving the Bucks, if anyone can truly compete with the Lakers in the 2020-21 season, and how his Jet Academy can help your budding hoopster’s skill set. (22:56). Rich and the guys debate how the Rockets should handle the disgruntled James Harden, (43:38) and wrap up the hour breaking down the latest NFL playoff-clinching scenarios for Week 14 (51:25). Thank you to today's sponsors: Geico = In just 15 minutes you could save you 15% or more on car insurance. Visit Geico.com Pluto TV = Drop in. It's free. 100s of free TV channels and 1000s of movies and TV shows. Visit Pluto.TV Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Yankees first baseman Luke Voit and Rich discuss his 2020 season where he led MLB in home runs, what his uniform number change has to do with the Army-Navy football game, why he’s last in the Yankees fantasy football league, and why DJ LeMahiue is the best hitter he’s ever seen. (2:35). Rich and the guys dive into their appreciation for Alec Baldwin and his unforgettable and immensely quotable scene in ‘Glengarry Glen Ross.’(16:07). Good Morning Football’s Kyle Brandt and Rich discuss Gregg Williams’ head-scratching decision to blitz the Raiders at the end of the Jets Week 13 loss, why Bills QB Josh Allen is BETTER than a young Ben Roethlisberger, what could be an epic Chiefs-Dolphins Mahomes-Tua matchup, and the extremely competitive AFC playoff race. (22:30). Thank you to today's sponsor: Microsoft Teams = Now there are more ways to be a Team. Learn more at Microsoft.com/teams Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off the hour recapping the Cowboys getting steamrolled by Lamar Jackson and the Ravens on Tuesday night, (3:13). Hall of Fame wide receiver Cris Carter and Rich discuss the rise of Vikings rookie WR Justin Jefferson and Minnesota’s playoff chances, how/if the Eagles can right their ship, and which AFC teams he’s high on. (23:14). Did Hall of Fame broadcaster Bob Costas finally join twitter?? No, and he HILARIOUSLY refutes the fake account that sprang up in his name this morning. (38:48). Thank you to today's sponsor: Geico = In just 15 minutes you could save you 15% or more on car insurance. Visit Geico.com Pluto TV = Drop in. It's free. 100s of free TV channels and 1000s of movies and TV shows. Visit Pluto.TV Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Las Vegas TE Darren Waller and Rich discuss the Raiders’ last-second win over the Jets in Week 14, his long road from substance addiction to budding NFL superstar, how future Hall of Famer Jason Witten has helped his development, and the work his foundation is doing for the greater good. (2:56). ‘This Is Us’ actor Chris Sullivan and Rich discuss the greatness of Steven Soderbergh’s ‘The Knick’ series, his recording career as Joseph the Spouse and his debut album ‘Six Feet from Under,’ why ‘This Is Us’ resonates with viewers, and why he gave up on a promising tennis career for acting. (21:00). Rich wraps up the hour previewing the Tuesday night matchup between the Cowboys and Ravens. (49:58). Thank you to today's sponsor: Microsoft Teams = Now there are more ways to be a Team. Learn more at Microsoft.com/teams Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich and New Orleans Saints QB Taysom Hill discuss the timeline for Drew Brees’ return to the starting QB role, his long journey from practice squader to starting QB in the NFL, his long-term goals as the Saints quarterback, how he handles a talented WR corps, and his role at home as a new dad. (1:52). Emmy Award-winning actor Jon Ham and Rich discuss why he was forced to root for the Chiefs, that time he pissed off Bill Murray and much of Chicago by wearing a Cardinals cap to a Cubs World Series Game, and his new film ‘Wild Mountain Thyme,’ (22:19). Rich wraps up the hour reacting to the news that this year’s Ohio State-Michigan game has been cancelled due to Covid-19, and reacting to the announcement that the Eagles have named rookie Jalen Hurts their starting quarterback over Carson Wentz for Week 14. (40:21). Thank you to today's sponsor: Geico = In just 15 minutes you could save you 15% or more on car insurance. Visit Geico.com Pluto TV = Drop in. It's free. 100s of free TV channels and 1000s of movies and TV shows. Visit Pluto.TV Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off the hours recapping Washington Football Team’s surprising win over the previously unbeaten Steelers, and marvels at the MVP-like performance of Bills QB Josh Allen in Buffalo’s Monday Night Football drubbing of the 49ers. (2:25). Rich reacts to new that this year’s Michigan-Ohio State game might be cancelled due to Covid-19. (23:10). In his weekly ‘4 Downs’ segment Rich weighs in on the Saints as the top seed in the NFC, the Vikings’ playoff chances, (28:39). Notre Dame head coach Brian Kelly and Rich discuss the Covid-19 impact on this college football season, if the Fighting Irish should be in the College Football Playoff even if they lose their rematch with Clemson, if the CFP committee should expand the playoff field this season, if the Irish will remain in the ACC for football and his decade in South Bend and what Rich will do to celebrate his 13th year at the school. (38:34). Thank you to today's sponsor: Microsoft Teams = Now there are more ways to be a Team. Learn more at Microsoft.com/teams Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off hour three previewing the Bills vs 49ers on Monday Night Football, (00:45). In his ‘Overreaction Monday’ segment Rich weighs in on the Eagles’ QB situation, the Saints Super Bowl Chances with Taysom Hill, Aaron Rodgers MVP chances and more! (11:26). ESPN NFL Analyst and 2-time Super Bowl champion Damien Woody and Rich discuss Bill Belichick’s 45-0 destruction of Anthony Lynn’s Chargers, why Belichick’s coaching tree doesn’t always bear fruit, why the Jets job is “pretty attractive,” and why he’s not fully buying into the 9-3 Browns (22:31). Rich wraps up the hour pondering the possibility of Bill Cowher coming out of retirement to coach the Jets (48:23). Thank you to today's sponsor: Geico = In just 15 minutes you could save you 15% or more on car insurance. Visit Geico.com Pluto TV = Drop in. It's free. 100s of free TV channels and 1000s of movies and TV shows. Visit Pluto.TV Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich and Yahoo! Sports’ Pete Thamel and Rich discuss the covid-19 threat to the Michigan-Ohio State game, if the BYU-Coastal Carolina battle of unbeatens could influence an expansion of the College Football Playoff, how long Jim Harbaugh will remain at Michigan, and if Urban Meyer is heading to Texas and Trevor Lawrence staying at Clemson, (2:18). NBC News’ Political Correspondent Steve Kornacki and Rich discuss his AWESOME appearance breaking down the NFL playoff picture on Football Night in America, why he’s a low-key Patriots fan, reveals that he’s actually only good at one thing when it comes to math, reveals how many pairs of khaki pants he owns, and if he’s willing to do a big favor for Rich on the air. (20:43). Rich wraps up the hour singing the praise of Giants’ head coach Joe Judge and why his team is tougher than their 5-7 record indicates, and responds to critics who say the Chiefs are vulnerable (47:57). Thank you to today's sponsor: Microsoft Teams = Now there are more ways to be a Team. Learn more at Microsoft.com/teams Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off the hour breaking down the top storylines from the NFL’s Week 13 including Rich singing the praises of the 9-3 Cleveland Brows. (00:56). Rich reacts to the Jets last-second come-from-ahead loss to the Raiders and the subsequent firing of Defensive Coordinator Gregg Williams (13:36). NBC Sports’ Peter King and Rich discuss the Jets firing of Jets Defensive Coordinator Gregg Williams, the Eagles (finally) benching Carson Wentz, if the Giants Joe Judge could win Coach of the Year Honors, how the NFC Wild Card picture could shake out, why Vikings WR Justin Jefferson looks like anything but a rookie, and if the 9-3 Browns can go deep in the playoffs. (26:21). The hour wraps up looking at the Patriots 45-0 demolition of Anthony Lynn’s Chargers, and convincing a skeptical Browns fan why he should be fully on the bandwagon. (47:39). Thank you to today's sponsor: Geico = In just 15 minutes you could save you 15% or more on car insurance. Visit Geico.com Pluto TV = Drop in. It's free. 100s of free TV channels and 1000s of movies and TV shows. Visit Pluto.TV Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Actor Aaron Eckhart and Rich discuss his Raiders fandom and why he cares little for Next Gen Stats, the great Al Pacino stories he has from ‘Any Given Sunday,’ how impressed he was when meeting Browns legend Jim Brown, his new movie ‘Wander’ with Oscar-winner Tommy Lee Jones, his favorite remote drop movies, and what it was like making ‘The Dark Knight’ with Christopher Nolan and Heath Ledger. (3:19). In his ‘Under the Radar’ segment, Rich previews Lions-Bears, Giants-Seahawks, and Rams-Cardinals, and Chris Brockman offers up some wagering advice in his Sneaky Good Games take (29:30). Former Clemson DB Ray McElrathbey and Rich discuss his amazing true-life story about how he raised his younger brother in the dorms while playing for the Tigers, how he would fare going up against fellow alums DeAndre Hopkins and Deshaun Watson. (36:43). Rich wraps up the hour going out on a limb to predict the winner of the Falcons-Saints Week 13 game. (51:54). Thank you to today's sponsor: Microsoft Teams = Now there are more ways to be a Team. Learn more at Microsoft.com/teams Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
NFL Network’s Scott Hanson and Rich discuss why he doesn’t eat when hosting NFL RedZone, the most memorable moments in NFL RedZone history, challenges Rich on his Seinfeld/sitcom trivia knowledge, (3:49). Rich’s mom calls into the show to weigh in on the ‘Best Cookie’ debate and has some kind words for Chris Brockman. (29:06).Chris Brockman runs through the latest NFL injury news including updates on Tua Tagovailoa, Deebo Samuel, Josh Allen, Kyler Murray and others, along with news on NBA marijuana testing that elicits a surprising reaction from Rich. (34:35). In their ‘Higher Register Tepid Takes’ segment Rich and the guys weigh in on the Browns, Lakers, and Colt McCoy’s chances to lead the Giants to the playoffs (47:38). Thank you to today's sponsor: Geico = In just 15 minutes you could save you 15% or more on car insurance. Visit Geico.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off the hour breaking down the top storylines heading into the NFL’s Week 13, and previews the 8-3 Browns vs the 8-3 Titans pivotal AFC matchup (3:39). Rich and the guys do a deep (and hunger-inducing) dive on which is the best kind of cookie, (22:27). Rich wraps up the hour with his ‘We Talkin’ Playoffs or What?!?’ segment discussing which AFC and NFC have the best chances to make the playoffs (33:18). Thank you to today's sponsor: Microsoft Teams = Now there are more ways to be a Team. Learn more at Microsoft.com/teams Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
FOX Sports NFL Analyst and Pro Football Hall of Famer Howie Long and Rich discuss the Saints’ chances to reach the Super Bowl, why the Raiders look great one week and not-so-great the next, why the Chiefs are still the best team in the NFL, and if Tom Brady and Bruce Arians can get the Bucs’ offense consistently clicking (2:13). Rich breaks down the latest NFL Playoff-clinching scenarios for the Chiefs, Steelers, and Saints (26:51). Co-host of Peacock’s ‘Brother from Another’ Michael Smith and Rich discuss today's poll question and LeBron James' legacy (44:54). Thank you to today's sponsor: Microsoft Teams = Now there are more ways to be a Team. Learn more at Microsoft.com/teams Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
49ers CEO Jed York and Rich discuss the Niners having to finish out their season with ‘home games’ in Arizona, if they considered playing their remaining home games in Oakland or San Francisco, if the NFL would consider a “soft bubble” for playoff games and a possible Week 18, what NFL owners say on Zoom meetings when they think they’re on mute, how the Niners have handled their rash of injuries this season, and how the 49ers could massively troll the Bills before their Week 13 game. (2:05). Rich reacts to the latest Jets mess involving rumors of locker room discord and parking lot fights with Joe Flacco and one of his linemen, (28:02). The guys wrap up the hour with an appreciation for Mike Tomlin’s coaching prowess and propencity for great soundbites, and wonder of Texas Longhorns hoops coach Shaka Smart has abandoned the Bald Brotherhood (47:31). Thank you to today's sponsors: Geico = In just 15 minutes you could save you 15% or more on car insurance. Visit Geico.com Netsuite = The world's number one cloud business system. Schedule your free product tour at Netsuite.com/Rich Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off the hour breaking down the blockbuster Russell Westbrook-for-John Wall NBA trade, and what Anthony Davis’ 5-year/$195M contract with the Lakers means for LeBron’s legacy when it’s all said and done. (2:06). Rich then recaps the rare Wednesday NFL game between the Steelers and Ravens and the sloppiness by coaches, players and refs. (14:11). The MMQB’s Albert Breer and Rich discuss how Mike Tomlin and the Steelers handled the frustration of having their schedule re-jiggered multiple times, the impact of losing Bud Dupree to an ACL injury on Pittsburgh’s defense, how the NFL decides whether to play or postpone covid-impacted games, when we’ll see Drew Brees back at QB for the Saints, if the Texans’ and Falcons’ interim head coaches have a shot to land the permanent job, and Ohio State’s chances to play for a Big Ten and national title and the ‘Michigan-is-Ducking-OSU’ conspiracy theory. (23:51). Rich wraps up the hour urging the NCAA to “do something radical” and expand the College Football Playoff. (45:52). Thank you to today's sponsor: Microsoft Teams = Now there are more ways to be a Team. Learn more at Microsoft.com/teams Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Four-time Emmy Award-winning actor Bryan Cranston and Rich discuss his beloved Dodgers finally snapping their World Series drought, his new mezcal brand he launched with ‘Breaking Bad’ co-star Aaron Paul, if he’ll make a cameo sometime on ‘Better Call Saul,’ and his new Showtime drama ‘Your Honor,’ (7:12). Brockman runs through the latest sports news including the possibility of an NFL playoffs bubble, Doug Pederson’s hot seat, various NFL injury updates, and Tyreek Hill saying Patrick Mahomes was “trash” as a rookie (29:58). Rich wraps up the hour reacting to how Dolphins head coach Brian Flores expertly addressed Tua Tagovailoa’s thumb injury, and news of a possible Mike Tyson-Evander Holyfield rematch (45:57). Thank you to today's sponsors: Amazon Prime = Watch NFL Football Live on Prime Video. Visit https://www.amazon.com/amazonprime Geico = In just 15 minutes you could save you 15% or more on car insurance. Visit Geico.com Netsuite = The world's number one cloud business system. Schedule your free product tour at Netsuite.com/Rich Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off the hour responding to Kirk Herbstreit’s comments that Michigan would willingly cancel the Ohio State game in order to keep the Buckeyes out of the College Football Playoff (4:44). Good Morning Football co-host Kyle Brandt and Rich discuss the Ravens-Steelers Wednesday game, which NFC team has the best chance to reach the Super Bowl, the 32nd anniversary of the release of the comedy classic ‘The Naked Gun,’ and which Mighigan alumns he’d want to be in quarantine lockdown with (24:11). Rich wraps up the hour reacting to news of LeBron James signing an extension with the Lakers (45:35). Thank you to today's sponsor: Microsoft Teams = Now there are more ways to be a Team. Learn more at Microsoft.com/teams Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off the hour breaking down the rare Wednesday NFL game between the Steelers and Ravens, and explains why the NFL was rigid with the Broncos but willing to be more flexible with the Ravens in the face of their covid outbreak, (1:47). Hall of Fame coach-turned NBC Sports analyst Tony Dungy and Rich discuss the Ravens-Steelers Wednesday afternoon matchup, Robert Griffin III getting the start for the Ravens, how the Bears can end their losing skid, if the Eagles should bench Carson Wentz for Jalen Hurts, who could be the Lions next head coach, and what he tells teams who want to lure him out of retirement (21:29). Rich and the guys wrap up the our admiring DK Metcalf’s arms and recalling their less-than-healthy college eating habits (47:48). Thank you to today's sponsors: Amazon Prime = Watch NFL Football Live on Prime Video. Visit https://www.amazon.com/amazonprime Geico = In just 15 minutes you could save you 15% or more on car insurance. Visit Geico.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Brown running back Nick Chubb and Rich discuss how 8-3 Cleveland has reverse its fortunes under new head coach Kevin Stefanski, and why he doesn’t care if you need him to score for your fantasy team (2:13). Actor David Boreanaz and Rich discuss his contribution to the RunRichRun campaign, the worrisome state of Carson Wentz and his beloved Eagles, and his brief stint as a 14-year-old bat boy for the Dodgers (23:56). ESPN’s Jeremy Schaap and Rich discuss his amazing knowledge of Vice Presidential, and why he refused to watch Mike Tyson vs Roy Jones Jr’s fight, and his deep knowledge of the British Crown’s line of succession (39:58). Thank you to today's sponsor: Microsoft Teams = Now there are more ways to be a Team. Learn more at Microsoft.com/teams Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
ESPN’s Mina Kimes and Rich discuss her role in helping celebrity chef David Chang win $1,000,000 for charity on ‘Who Wants to be a Millionaire,’ what’s clicking and what’s not for the Seahawks, her favorite athletes to interview, and which are the top teams in the NFC and AFC (1:52). Rich and the guys get into a HEATED debate on if you’d rather see your favorite team get blown out or lose in heartbreaking fashion, (23:08). In his weekly 4 Downs segment, Rich weighs in on the Trevor Lawrence sweepstakes, the NFC playoff picture and more (43:47). Thank you to today's sponsors: Geico = In just 15 minutes you could save you 15% or more on car insurance. Visit Geico.com Netsuite = The world's number one cloud business system. Schedule your free product tour at Netsuite.com/Rich Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off the today recapping the Eagles loss to the Seahawks on MNF and Carson Wentz’s continuing struggles, (1:47). Rich and the guys marvel at DK Metcalf’s latest monster game, (13:46). 16-year NFL veteran QB Ron Jaworksi and Rich discuss Carson Wentz’s confidence problem, if the Eagles will give rookie QB Jalen Hurts a shot to start, why DK Metcalf could soon become the NFL’s best WR, and how Tom Brady is meshing with Bruce Arians’s offense, (25:30). The hour wraps up with a call from the always-entertaining Cathy from Scottsdale giving a review of her richeisenstore.com merchandise purchase. (50:40) Thank you to today's sponsor: Microsoft Teams = Now there are more ways to be a Team. Learn more at Microsoft.com/teams Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Brockman runs through the latest news from the world of sports including Patrick Mahomes treating the Chiefs’ Week 12 game as a Super Bowl site survey, Bears HC Matt Nagy ripping his players and coaches, and more (7:23). Actor/Comedian Billy Gardell and Rich discuss his reaction to the show’s Pizza-Gate controversy, His beloved Steelers 10-0 record so far, if Pittsburgh can get by the defending champion Chiefs, and season 2 of his CBS sitcom ‘Bob Hearts Abishola,’ (21:45). Rich wraps up the hour discussing the chances Colin Kaepernick ever makes it back to the NFL, and his reaction to the emotional impact of the Covid-19 crisis on NFL players (44:09). Thank you to today's sponsors: Amazon Prime = Watch Thursday Night Football Live on Prime Video. Visit https://www.amazon.com/amazonprime Geico = In just 15 minutes you could save you 15% or more on car insurance. Visit Geico.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich opens the hour recapping the Cowboys ugly home loss to their NFC East rival Washington Football Team, (2:08). ESPN analyst and former NFL QB Dan Orlovsky and Rich discuss the Bears’ dire situation at QB, the Lions’ search for a new head coach, the Packers’ prolific offense, why Tom Brady and the Buccaneers are still struggling with consistency, and how much playing time the Eagles should give rookie QB Jalen Hurts (9:50). In his weekly Overreaction Monday segment, Rich weighs in on how drafting Mitchell Trubisky over Patrick Mahomes compares to the Trail Blazers taking Sam Bowie instead of Michael Jordan, the Giants playoff chances under Colt McCoy, Tua, Texans, Derrick Henry and more! (45:23). Thank you to today's sponsor: Microsoft Teams = Now there are more ways to be a Team. Learn more at Microsoft.com/teams Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off the hour recaps a wild weekend on and off the field in the NFL, and breaks down why Tom Brady and the Bucs can’t seem to find any week-to-week consistency, and if the Bears have already given up on their season (1:31). Pro Football Talk’s Mike Florio and Rich discuss the Broncos’ having all their QB’s out vs the Saints due to Covid-19, if the NFL would consider adding a Week 18 or going to a bubble, the Jets and Lions head coaching situations, and how much longer Carson Wentz will remain the Eagles starting QB (23:05). Rich wraps up the hour discussing why the NFL is hell bent on having the Ravens and Steelers play this week, and who should be the next Detroit Lions head coach (43:09). Thank you to today's sponsors: Amazon Prime = Watch Thursday Night Football Live on Prime Video. Visit https://www.amazon.com/amazonprime Geico = In just 15 minutes you could save you 15% or more on car insurance. Visit Geico.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On The Best Of The Rich Eisen Show, Josh Duhamel, Lindsey Vonn, and Jon Bon Jovi.
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On The Best Of The Rich Eisen Show, Courtney B Vance, Chase Elliott, and Kevin O'Leary. Thank you to today's sponsor: Pluto TV = Drop in. It's free. 100s of free TV channels and 1000s of movies and TV shows. Visit Pluto.TV Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On The Best Of The Rich Eisen Show, Justin Herbert, Sean Payton, and Rainn Wilson. Thank you to today's sponsor: Microsoft Teams = Now there are more ways to be a Team. Learn more at Microsoft.com/teams Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On The Best Of The Rich Eisen Show, Anthony "Spice" Adams, Drew Brees, and Ryan Phillippe. Thank you to today's sponsor: Pluto TV = Drop in. It's free. 100s of free TV channels and 1000s of movies and TV shows. Visit Pluto.TV Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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On The Best Of The Rich Eisen Show, Aaron Rodgers, Jim Gray, and Bobby Canavale.
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Good Morning Football’s Kyle Brand and Rich discuss Justin Herbert’s haircut and Brian Urlacher’s newfound hair, why he’s not sure who’s the best team in the NFC, Mike McCarthy’s Gallagher-inspired watermelon smashing method of firing up his Cowboys, interviewing Creed’s Scott Stapp on his podcast, and revisiting on of Bill Belichick’s all-time best soundbites, (2:20). Actor Josh Duhamel and Rich discuss his new raunchy comedy ‘Buddy Games,’ his guest spot on ‘Holey Moley’ and the source of the crazy ideas for challenges in ‘Buddy Games,’ and if there’s hope this season for his beloved Vikings (25:20). The hour wraps up with the show’s Liz Waild, a PROUD alum of THE Ohio State University, calling in to troll Michigan alum Rich (51:54). Thank you to today's sponsors: Geico = In just 15 minutes you could save you 15% or more on car insurance. Visit Geico.com Pluto TV = Drop in. It's free. 100s of free TV channels and 1000s of movies and TV shows. Visit Pluto.TV
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Rich starts the hour reacting to the news that the Steelers-Ravens Thanksgiving Day game has been moved to Sunday because of Covid, (4:14). Rich and the guys reflect on what their thankful for heading in to the holiday weekend (10:46). Chargers QB Justin Herbert and Rich discuss why he chopped off his luscious, flowing locks, the reasons behind his early success, if he’s been starstruck by some of the famous QB’s he’s faced so far and Austin Ekeler’s timeline to return to the field (31:01). Thank you to today's sponsor: Microsoft Teams = Now there are more ways to be a Team. Learn more at Microsoft.com/teams Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off the hour looking at some of the more intriguing storylines for the NFL’s Week 12 slate, and debates if the Eagles should bench Carson Wentz and give rookie QB Jalen Hurts a shot to start (2:12). Saints head coach Sean Payton and Rich discuss how the team first caught wind of Taysom Hill, his decision to start Hill over Jameis Winston, his trolling of former Falcons WR Roddy White on Twitter, the timeline for Drew Brees’ return, how this year’s Saints team compares to his Super Bowl-winning team, and what NFL rule changes could be coming down the road (21:07). Rich and the guys wrap up the hour reviewing their pre-season Super Bowl picks and giving their new mulligan picks for the big game (46:42). Thank you to today's sponsors: Geico = In just 15 minutes you could save you 15% or more on car insurance. Visit Geico.com Pluto TV = Drop in. It's free. 100s of free TV channels and 1000s of movies and TV shows. Visit Pluto.TV Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Chris Brockman starts the hour with his news segment updating the Ravens’ rash of covid-positive tests, a scary moment at the Cowboys facility today, Kyler Murray’s shoulder injury, the Pro Football Hall of Fame semifinalists, why the champion Lakers look even better for the upcoming season, and why the Mets are now big players in the free agent market(6:55). Actor Bobby Cannavale and Rich discuss their shared Jets misery, what he said to the always-happy Ken Griffey Jr that made him spitting mad, who could be the next Jets coach and QB, his new HBO Max film ‘Superintelligence,’ and what it’s like to be the youngest guy by decades when playing poker with Al Pacino and his buddies (22:31). The guys wrap up the hour with a special pre-Festivus Airing of Grievances (45:25). Thank you to today's sponsor: Microsoft Teams = Now there are more ways to be a Team. Learn more at Microsoft.com/teams Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The hour kicks off with the Tampa Bay Times’ Buccaneers insider Rick Stroud and Rich discussing if Tom Brady has a confidence problem, if Brady is chafing under Bruce Arian’s public criticism, how the Bucs will fare against the Chiefs in Week 12, and why the Saints passed over Jameis Winston in favor of Taysom Hill (2:49). In his weekly ‘4 Downs’ segment Rich weighs in on his sleeper pick for NFL coach of the year, Justin Herbert’s remarkable rookie season, the expanded NFL playoffs, and why he’s not counting out the 49ers just yet(32:47). Sportscaster Jim Gray and Rich discuss his new book ‘Talking to GOATs,’ Tom Brady’s struggles in Monday Night vs the Rams, and how he got his old adversary Pete Rose to interview for his book (43:41). Thank you to today's sponsors: Geico = In just 15 minutes you could save you 15% or more on car insurance. Visit Geico.com Pluto TV = Drop in. It's free. 100s of free TV channels and 1000s of movies and TV shows. Visit Pluto.TV Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off the show with a deep dive recap of the Rams’ Monday Night Football win over the Buccaneers and what’s wrong with Tom Brady and the Tampa offense, and explains why the Rams can win the Super Bowl (1:44). Packers QB Aaron Rodgers and Rich discuss if he’s circled the Bears game on his calendar, the development of Green Bay’s young players, why he was reading an obscure book instead of watching Monday Night Football, what he’s buying his O-Line for Christmas this year, and why the movie ‘Rudy’ let him down (24:13). Rich wraps up the hour previewing the pivotal Colts-Titans Week 12 matchup (52:54). Thank you to today's sponsor: Microsoft Teams = Now there are more ways to be a Team. Learn more at Microsoft.com/teams Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Former NFL DT-turned-media personality Anthony “Spice” Adams and Rich discuss the Bears issues at QB, why Michigan and Penn State are both down in the dumps, his basketball alter-ego Cream E. Biggums, has favorite Thanksgiving food, (1:58). Rich reacts to Michigan squeaking out an triple-overtime win over Rutgers, (17:21). Rich and the guys engage in a HEATED debate on which is the best type of bagel, (24:29). Brockman runs through the latest news and notes from the world of sports including an update on the severity of Joe Burrow’s season-ending knee injury (30:17). Thank you to today's sponsors: Geico = In just 15 minutes you could save you 15% or more on car insurance. Visit Geico.com Pluto TV = Drop in. It's free. 100s of free TV channels and 1000s of movies and TV shows. Visit Pluto.TV Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
New 76ers President Daryl Morey and Rich discuss the signing of Dwight Howard and Seth Curry, reveals that he was approached by an NFL team to become their GM, how Analytics translates from one sport to another, if Joel Embiid and Ben Simmons can play together, if he’s interested in trading for James Harden and how his relationship with Sixers GM Elton Brand works, (1:37). Rich and the guys discuss which type of gambler is the worst type of gambler, (23:18). Rich reacts to the Jets nearly rallying to beat the Chargers and potentially blowing their shot at drafting Clemson QB Trevor Lawrence, (29:36) and reacts to the Dolphins benching Tua Tagovailoa while the Eagles stubbornly stick with the mightily struggling Carson Wentz (38:47). In his Overreaction Monday segment, Rich reacts to the Chiefs’ win over the Raiders, Taysom Hill’s status as the Saints’ QB of the future, the Patriots’ chances to finish under .500 for the first time in forever, the Cowboys chances to make the playoffs, and more (47:43). Thank you to today's sponsor: Microsoft Teams = Now there are more ways to be a Team. Learn more at Microsoft.com/teams Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off the week breaking down the Chiefs Sunday night win over the Raiders, and recaps the Packers’ overtime loss to the Colts after holding a commanding lead, (1:42). NBC Sports’ Peter King and Rich discuss Patrick Mahomes’ greatness, Taysom Hill’s debut as Saints’ starting QB, when Drew Brees will return from his rib injuries, what Tua Tagovailoa’s benching means for his long-term status as Dolphins’ starter, why the Eagles are sticking with the struggling Carson Wentz, and if the Ravens might actually miss the playoffs this season (21:51). The guys wrap up the hour breaking down the top Thanksgiving Day games storylines, and what the bye week meant for the Bills and Giants (46:32). Thank you to today's sponsors: Geico = In just 15 minutes you could save you 15% or more on car insurance. Visit Geico.com Pluto TV = Drop in. It's free. 100s of free TV channels and 1000s of movies and TV shows. Visit Pluto.TV Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich offers up his top three ‘Under-the-Radar’ games for NFL Week 11: Browns-Eagles, Titans-Ravens, and Cowboys-Vikings, (3:46). Actor Rainn Wilson, Dwight Schrute of “The Office” fame, and Rich discuss his beloved Seahawks’ win over the Cardinals, which WR he should start for ‘Kupp My Balls’ in his ‘Office’ fantasy football league, his new Netflix show ‘We Are the Champions, and the possibility of a reunion show for “The Office” (20:06). The guys give their Higher Register Tepid Takes on the Celtics, Christian McCaffrey, and the Vikings chances to win the NFC North, (45:02). The hour wraps up wth Chris Brockman’s Sneaky Good Games for your wagering plearure, and Rich’s Unlockiest Lock of the Week between the Raiders and Chiefs (49:51). Thank you to today's sponsor: Microsoft Teams = Now there are more ways to be a Team. Learn more at Microsoft.com/teams Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Seahawks Safety Jamal Adams and Rich discuss Seattle’s big win over their division rival Cardinals, how he’s fit in with the Seahawks’ D following his trade from the Jets, how much of a mental toll playing in New York took on him, and whether Clemson QB Trevor Lawrence should avoid playing for the Jets, and what he’s learned from playing with Russell Wilson (1:15). NBC Sports’ Sunday Night Football’s Michele Tafoya and Rich discuss what it’s like to be an NFL sideline reporter during the Covid crisis, the Covid-19 impact on the Raiders vs Chiefs pivotal AFC West Week 11 matchup, the potential of Raiders RB Josh Jacbos, and her reaction to the Saints starting Taysom Hill over Jameis Winston in Week 11, (24:09). Rich and Brockman wrap up the hour recapping the latest NBA free agency and trade rumors (50:51). Thank you to today's sponsors: Geico = In just 15 minutes you could save you 15% or more on car insurance. Visit Geico.com Pluto TV = Drop in. It's free. 100s of free TV channels and 1000s of movies and TV shows. Visit Pluto.TV Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off the hour with an in-depth recap of the Seahawks’ pivotal Thursday night win over their NFC West rival Cardinals, (1:09). Rich and the guys discuss what the Saints’ offense will look like with jack-of-all-trades Taysom Hill starting at QB instead of Jameis Winston, (12:29). FOX Sports NFL Analyst and Pro Football Hall of Famer Troy Aikman and Rich discuss his booth partnership with Joe Buck, what Thursday night’s win over the Cardinals means for the Seahawks, why the Cardinals future is sky-high with Kyler Murray, his reaction to the Saints going with Tasyom Hill at QB over Jameis Winston, which is the best team he’s seen this season, and if the Cowboys will move forward with Dak Prescott despite his devastating ankle injury (21:51). Rich and the guys wrap up the hour discussing sporting events that were disrupted including the infamous boxing ‘Fan Man’ incident and the Ravens-49ers Super Bowl blackout (48:11). Thank you to today's sponsors: Geico = In just 15 minutes you could save you 15% or more on car insurance. Visit Geico.com Netsuite = The world's number one cloud business system. Schedule your free product tour at Netsuite.com/Rich Pluto TV = Drop in. It's free. 100s of free TV channels and 1000s of movies and TV shows. Visit Pluto.TV Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Chris Brockman starts the hour with updates on Klay Thompson’s achilles injury, Joe Mixon’s injury, Conor McGregor’s return to UFC, and how the Mets will deal with the season-long suspension of 2B Robinson Cano, (4:41). The guys also reflect back on the infamous Malice at the Palace 16 years after Ron Artest and the Pacers took in Pistons fans in the stands (16:59). Actor Omar Miller and Rich discuss his beloved Dodgers World Series win and how Mookie Betts got the team over the hump this season, who’s the Mookie Betts of the entertainment world, the return of his CBS show ‘The Unicorn’ and his work on Lego Star Wars and his podcast, and explains why, as die-hard Dodgers fan, he’s often seen in public wearing other teams’ caps (24:41). ‘Brother from Another’ co-host Michael Holley and Rich make their predictions for Seahwks vs Cardinals, discuss Klay Thompson’s injury, and if Rich has earned ‘brother from another’ status (41:21). The hour wraps up with the season debut of ‘Mike Del Tufo’s (Highly Inaccurate) Weather Report for the big game in Seattle on Thursday Night (53:05). Thank you to today's sponsors: Geico = In just 15 minutes you could save you 15% or more on car insurance. Visit Geico.com Pluto TV = Drop in. It's free. 100s of free TV channels and 1000s of movies and TV shows. Visit Pluto.TV Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off the hour with an in-depth preview of tonight’s pivotal Seahawks vs Cardinals Week 11 game and the fantasy football implications, (4:11). Rams QB Jared Goff and Rich discuss facing Tom Brady and the Buccaneers on Monday Night Football and what the Rams offensive identity is, why he always has a chip on his shoulder despite his outwardly calm exterior, his relationship with head coach Sean McVay, how losing LT Andrew Whitworth will impact the team on the field and in the locker room, (21:11). 2-time welterweight champion Shawn “Showtime” Porter and Rich discuss the debut of NBCSN’s ‘Ring City Boxing show, the latest Fury-Wilder controversy, and his next slate of fights (43:31). Thank you to today's sponsors: Geico = In just 15 minutes you could save you 15% or more on car insurance. Visit Geico.com Pluto TV = Drop in. It's free. 100s of free TV channels and 1000s of movies and TV shows. Visit Pluto.TV Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich tips off the hour bumming out about news of yet another potentially season-ending injury to Warriors shooting guard Klay Thompson, breaking down the emotional NBA Draft night for many players, and explaining why the 76ers won draft night (2:17). Sports Illustrated’s Chris Mannix and Rich discuss how the top of the 2020 NBA Draft went down, Klay Thompson’s latest injury, if the Bucks will be able to keep Giannis Antetokounmpo in Milwaukee, some possible trade destinations for James Harden, and if Russell Westbrook or Anthony Davis will have new homes next season (22:29). Rich wraps up the hour discussing of the Warriors are a legitimate trade destination for James Harden, and breaking down how Covid-19 will impact the Raiders in their big Week 11 showdown against the Chiefs (38:31). Thank you to today's sponsor: Microsoft Teams = Now there are more ways to be a Team. Learn more at Microsoft.com/teams Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Chris Brockman runs through the latest News & Notes from the world of sports including an update on Drew Brees’ rib injury, Justin Herbert’s dramatic haircut, (7:50). Former Clippers teammates Quentin Richardson and Darius Miles join the show to discuss their NBA Draft memories and some poor draft night wardrobe choices, the origin of their “Knuckleheads” nickname and their signature dunk celebration, the rise of the Nuggets’ guard Jamal Murray to the superstar ranks, why the Clippers underachieved and what Tyron Lue can do to fix it, which player would have to adjust his role if James Harden joined Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving on the Nets, and what veteran Chris Paul brings to the young-but-talented Phoenix Suns (21:23). The guys wrap up the hour discussion who is the best fictional basketball player and take a look at some of the candidates who didn’t make the final cut (49:19). Thank you to today's sponsors: Geico = In just 15 minutes you could save you 15% or more on car insurance. Visit Geico.com Pluto TV = Drop in. It's free. 100s of free TV channels and 1000s of movies and TV shows. Visit Pluto.TV Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich and the guys begin the hour discussion the possibility of James Harden to the Nets and what a move like that would mean to the Knicks, (6:04). Good Morning Football’s Kyle Brandt and Rich discuss the Raiders and Chiefs epic Week 11 matchup, and what the Saints QB situation could look like with Drew Brees on the sidelines with broken ribs, (21:18). The hour wraps up with Kevin O’Leary aka Shark Tank’s Mr. Wonderful calls in but Rich’s plan for him to berate his mutinous crew backfires badly (45:28). Thank you to today's sponsor: Microsoft Teams = Now there are more ways to be a Team. Learn more at Microsoft.com/teams Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich opens the show previewing the top of the NBA Draft and preparing you for another does of Lavar Ball, (1:32). ESPN College Basketball analyst Jay Bilas and Rich discuss how the top of the NBA Draft could unfold, where LaMelo Ball could land in the draft, what the Warriors options are a the top of the draft, which sleeper prospects could be this year’s Donovan Mitchell, and gives an amazing evaluation of which is the best fictional basketball player: Jimmy Chitwood, Sydney Deane, Warren Coolidge, or Teen Wolf? (21:36). Rich wraps up the hour tempering the expectations of a caller who predicts Tua and the Dolphins will beat the Chiefs (48:33). Thank you to today's sponsors: Geico = In just 15 minutes you could save you 15% or more on car insurance. Visit Geico.com Pluto TV = Drop in. It's free. 100s of free TV channels and 1000s of movies and TV shows. Visit Pluto.TV Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Actor Ryan Phillippe and Rich discuss the state of his beloved Philadelphia Eagles, reveals which celebrity is the worst fantasy football owner ever, and his new ABC show ‘Big Sky’ (1:34). Olympic gold medal-winning skier Lindsey Vonn and Rich discuss her transition from sports to entertainment and her new reality competition series ‘The Pack,’ which is the best drink to warm you up after a day of skiing, and if she remembers taking a selfie with Mike Del Tufo and her friendship with TJ Jefferson (21:57). The hour wraps up with Call Screener Adam ranting about the Bears, and making a revelation about something that Del Tufo did that shakes the show’s comradery to its core (40:36). Thank you to today's sponsor: Microsoft Teams = Now there are more ways to be a Team. Learn more at Microsoft.com/teams Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich begins the hour lamenting the worst football season of his life given the sorry state of his beloved Jets and Michigan Wolverines (4:07). In his weekly ‘4 Downs’ segment, Rich weighs in on why the Dolphins can’t wait for the 2021 NFL Draft, if personal foul penalties should be reviewable, why the Giants should be dominating the NFC East, and if the Steelers can run the table and go 16-0 (10:41). Rich and the guys debate which is the best Martin Scorsese movie from this century: The Departed, Gangs of New York, The Aviator, or The Wolf of Wall Street? (26:17). Chris Brockman runs through the latest news from the world of sports including an injury update on Drew Brees, and a deep discussion on whether the Bucks trading for Jrue Holiday and Bogdan Bogdanovic will be enough to keep Giannis Antetokounmpo in Milwaukee (30:05). The hour wraps up with Rich and the guys discussing missed opportunities for taking selfies with celebrities (45:09). Thank you to today's sponsors: Geico = In just 15 minutes you could save you 15% or more on car insurance. Visit Geico.com Pluto TV = Drop in. It's free. 100s of free TV channels and 1000s of movies and TV shows. Visit Pluto.TV Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off the hour recapping the Vikings Monday Night Football win over the Bears, (1:44). SEC Commissioner Greg Sankey and Rich discuss the impact of Covid-19 on the impending college basketball season, if Covid vaccines will help sports return to “normal,” if the SEC will be able to finish its full slate of football games by December 19th, if the College Football Playoff could be expanded this season, and how Nick Saban reacted to being told to mask up on the sideline (20:31). Buccaneers head coach Bruce Arians and Rich discuss Tom Brady’s comfort level with Tampa’s offense, what Antonio Brown has brought to the team and if his off-field issues could be a distraction, why the Bucs have trouble with night games, the importance of establishing the run, and why he wears that huge belt across his chest during games (40:25). Thank you to today's sponsor: Microsoft Teams = Now there are more ways to be a Team. Learn more at Microsoft.com/teams Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
ESPN’s NBA Insider and Rich discuss Chris Paul’s trade to the Suns, what Anthony Davis opting out of his Lakers contract really means, if James Harden could actually land on the Nets, and possible trade destinations for Russell Westbrook (3:34). Rich and the guys play the “What If” game and wonder what would have happened if then-NBA Commissioner David Stern had not vetoed the Chris Paul-to-Lakers trade back in 2011 (18:49). Rich Eisen shows why he’s the best Raiders hype man around, explaining why the 6-3 Raiders are the real deal (29:55). Chris Brockman wraps up the hour with his news segment with updates on the severity of Drew Brees’ rib injury along with updates on Christian McCaffrey, Teddy Bridgewater, Matthew Stafford, Sam Darnold, Andrew Whitworth, and the latest James Harden trade rumors (43:41). Thank you to today's sponsors: Geico = In just 15 minutes you could save you 15% or more on car insurance. Visit Geico.com Pluto TV = Drop in. It's free. 100s of free TV channels and 1000s of movies and TV shows. Visit Pluto.TV Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Pro Football Talk’s Mike Florio and Rich discuss DeAndre Hopkins ‘Hail Murray’ game-winning catch, marvel that the Cardinals were able to land DeAndre Hopkins for just a 2nd round pick, if Jameis Winston or Taysom Hill starts for the Saints at QB with Drew Brees out with a rib injury, the Dolphins Super Bowl chances, and the Steeler’s odd to run the table and finish 16-0 (2:38). In his ‘Overreaction Monday’ segment Rich weighs in on topics including Russell Wilson’s MVP chances, who wins the weak NFC East, the key to the Buccaneers Super Bowl chances, and more! (32:15). Rich wraps up the hour with a shout out to a Chiefs’ offensive lineman Laurent Duvernay-Tardiff who opted out this season to put his medical degree to work battling the covid pandemic in his native Canada (45:50). Thank you to today's sponsor: Pluto TV = Drop in. It's free. 100s of free TV channels and 1000s of movies and TV shows. Visit Pluto.TV Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off the week reacting to the NFL’s Week 10 games including the Cardinals’ stunning Hail Mary win over the Bills, (3:06) and recaps the Patriots impressive win over the Ravens on Sunday night (15:26). Rich explains why you shouldn’t sleep on the 6-3 Rams, what the the Saints next few weeks could be like with Jameis Winston filling in for an injured Drew Brees, and why Bill Belichick’s 4-5 Patriots are still a dangerous team (26:35). Rich ends the hour explaining why, though he’s a Knicks fan who hates NBA super teams, wants to see a Nets super team with KD, Kryrie, and James Harden (48:10). Thank you to today's sponsors: Geico = In just 15 minutes you could save you 15% or more on car insurance. Visit Geico.com Netsuite = The world's number one cloud business system. Schedule your free product tour at Netsuite.com/Rich Pluto TV = Drop in. It's free. 100s of free TV channels and 1000s of movies and TV shows. Visit Pluto.TV Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Brockman kicks off the hour with NFL injury updates on Christian McCaffrey, Ben Roethlisberger, Mark Ingram, Joe Mixon and Jerry Jeudy, plus an evaluation of a potential trade sending Russell Westbrook, from the Rockets to the Clippers for Paul George, and the Marlins making baseball history (5:08). Actress Malin Akerman and Rich discuss her new movie ‘Chick Fight,’ her run as Lara Axelrod on Showtime’s ‘Billions,’ and plays a round of ‘Celebrity True or False,’ (21:14). Rich and the guys wrap up the hour with their weekly ‘Under the Radar NFL Games,’ ‘Sneaky Good Games,’ and Rich’s ‘Unlockiest Lock of the Week’ segments (42:40). Thank you to today's sponsor: Microsoft Teams = Now there are more ways to be a Team. Learn more at Microsoft.com/teams Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich weighs in on the rash of college football cancelations due to Covid and how the NCAA and the Power 5 conferences should address the problem, (4:41). CBS Sports’ NFL Insider Jason La Canfora and Rich discuss Lamar Jackson’s criticism of the Ravens’ offense, how Baltimore can improve its run game, what Dez Bryant can add to the Ravens’ offense, if Big Ben will suit up for the Steelers in Week 10, his pick for NFL MVP so far, and if Colts’ QB Philip Rivers is Hall of Fame-worthy (22:44). In their weekly Higher Register Tepid Takes, Rich and the guys make their quasi-solid-but-not-so-much endorsements on Tiger’s chances to win another green jacket, the Cowboys on a run, and the Ravens outlook in the competitive AFC North (49:10). Thank you to today's sponsors: Geico = In just 15 minutes you could save you 15% or more on car insurance. Visit Geico.com Pluto TV = Drop in. It's free. 100s of free TV channels and 1000s of movies and TV shows. Visit Pluto.TV Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off the hour recapping the Colts impressive road victory over AFC South rival Titans and discusses if Philip Rivers is a Hall of Famer, (2:42). FOX Sports’ ‘Speak for Yourself’ co-host Emmanuel Acho and Rich discuss his transition from NFL player to rising media star, the NFL’s policy on diversity hiring, his new book ‘Uncomfortable Conversations with a Black Man,’ his pick for NFL MVP so far, Lamar Jackson’s criticism of the Ravens’ offense, and who rules the roost in the AFC South and NFC South (22:43). Rich wraps up the hour recapping his appearance on Barstool Sports’ ‘Pardon My Take,’ (44:10). Thank you to today's sponsors: Geico = In just 15 minutes you could save you 15% or more on car insurance. Visit Geico.com Pluto TV = Drop in. It's free. 100s of free TV channels and 1000s of movies and TV shows. Visit Pluto.TV Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Brockman opens the hour with his news segments including updates on Ben Roethlisberger’s Covid status and a preview of Joe Burrow vs the Steelers, Christian McCaffrey’s shoulder injury, the Super Bowl halftime show, and the latest from Houston on Russell Westbrook and James Harden (6:06). WWE Superstar Mike “The Miz” Mizanin and Rich discuss why he still believes his beloved Browns will the Super Bowl this season, his pick for NFL MVP so far, the return of his reality show ‘Miz and Mrs’ and why his family and in-laws WON’T LEAVE HIM ALONE, and why he cannot say the name of actor/comedian Jeff Garlin’s fantasy football team name in public (21:40). Michael Smith and Rich if the Rockets should consider trading James Harden to the 76ers, possible landing spots for disgruntled Houston G Russell Westbrook, and the evolution of his Peacock show ‘Brother from Another.’ (42:03). Thank you to today's sponsors: Geico = In just 15 minutes you could save you 15% or more on car insurance. Visit Geico.com Pluto TV = Drop in. It's free. 100s of free TV channels and 1000s of movies and TV shows. Visit Pluto.TV Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich and the guys begin Hour 2 discussion which athletes have provided them with the most joy on their sports lives, (5:02). Rich takes a statistical look at the NFL’s top MVP candidates, and wonders if Raiders QB Derek Carr should be given some consideration for the award, (10:23). ESPN College GameDay analyst Desmond Howard and Rich discuss how the Masters compares to the Rose Bowl, how difficult it’s been to handicap the College Football Playoff frontrunners in this Covid-impacted season, which outliers could sneak into the CFP, if the playoff should be expanded, and the state of their alma mater’s football program at Michigan, and Wisconsin football’s Covid-19 outbreak, and what College GameDay will be like airing live at the Masters this Saturday (20:47). The guys wrap up the hour debating what the Saints should do at QB after Drew Brees retires and if Dak Prescott could possibly land in New Orleans, and how Ravens coaches responded to Lamar Jackson’s criticism of Baltimore’s offense on yesterday’s show (46:18). Thank you to today's sponsors: Geico = In just 15 minutes you could save you 15% or more on car insurance. Visit Geico.com Pluto TV = Drop in. It's free. 100s of free TV channels and 1000s of movies and TV shows. Visit Pluto.TV Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off the hour looking at some of the more intriguing NFL Week 10 matchups, and breaks down Lamar Jackson’s comments on yesterday’s show where he said opposing defenses know the Ravens’ plays, (4:11). NFL Films’ Greg Cosell and Rich discuss his 41 years at NFL Films, if opposing defenses have solved the Ravens’ “remedial” offense, how good coaching is helping Tua Tagovailoa get off to a good NFL start, why Chargers QB Justin Herbert has been so impressive, how Baker Mayfield can reach his potential, why Sam Darnold needs better coaching, and what went wrong for the Buccaneers in their blowout loss against the Saints (20:21). Rich and the guys wrap up the hour gushing over the Masters and why Augusta National might be the most iconic venue in all of sports (45:14). Thank you to today's sponsor: Microsoft Teams = Now there are more ways to be a Team. Learn more at Microsoft.com/teams Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
ESPN SportsCenter anchor and golf host Scott Van Pelt and Rich discuss The Masters is like being held in November for the first time, Bryson DeChambeau’s chances to win a green jacket, which players are most likely to top the leaderboard on Sunday including some deep sleepers, how the move from Bristol, Connecticut to DC has been and why he’s cheering big time for Tua Tagovailoa’s brother at Maryland (2:42). Actor David Cross and Rich discuss his long-suffering Atlanta sports fandom, his new movie ‘The Dark Divide,’ that one time he pushed it too far on ‘Mr. Show with Bob and David,’ and shares some great stories about his time on ‘Arrested Development,’ (20:40). Rich recounts some of the cheesier moments from this early newscasting career in Redding, California in the mid-90s, (38:34). Chris Brockman runs through the latest NFL news and notes including injury/illness updates on Christian McCaffrey, Kenyan Drake, Baker Mayfield and Nick Chubb among others, and some news regarding Vin Scully along with items on potential MLB free agents (44:33). Thank you to today's sponsors: Geico = In just 15 minutes you could save you 15% or more on car insurance. Visit Geico.com Pluto TV = Drop in. It's free. 100s of free TV channels and 1000s of movies and TV shows. Visit Pluto.TV Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich and the guys start the hour breaking down reports of growing concern among Rockets stars James Harden and Russell Westbrook following the departure of GM Daryl Morey, (2:32). The guys also begin a debate on who is the best fictional basketball player that was not played by an actual basketball player (12:41). Good Morning Football’s Kyle Brandt and Rich discuss why the Ravens are not among the NFL’s elite, which team is the best in the topsy-turvy NFC, why the Bears offense continues to frustrate, if the Jets can win the Trevor Lawrence sweepstakes, and why Teen Wolf the basketball player is too one-dimensional (20:23). Former active duty Green Beret and Merging Vets and Players co-founder Nate Boyer and Rich discuss his poignant new essay on the Players Tribune that was posted on Veteran’s Day (44:10). Thank you to today's sponsor: Microsoft Teams = Now there are more ways to be a Team. Learn more at Microsoft.com/teams Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off the hour previewing some of the more intriguing matchups for NFL Week 10 (1:11). The guys debate which NFL player is having the most surprising fantasy football season, (9:31). Ravens QB Lamar Jackson and Rich discuss how defenses have adjusted to Baltimore’s offense this season, facing the Patriots and Cam Newton in Week 10, what Dez Bryant brings to Baltimore’s locker room, what he has to say to his growing number or critics, which player he chooses in Madden when he’s not playing as himself, and what advice he has for Dolphins’ rookie QB Tua Tagovailoa (21:06). Rich and the guys discuss the up and down career arc of Ravens QB Lamar Jackson (32:17). Thank you to today's sponsors: Geico = In just 15 minutes you could save you 15% or more on car insurance. Visit Geico.com Pluto TV = Drop in. It's free. 100s of free TV channels and 1000s of movies and TV shows. Visit Pluto.TV Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Seahawks WR Tyler Lockett and Rich discuss his off the field efforts to help keep kids in school, what happened to Seattle in their beatdown by the Bills, DK Metcalf’s impressive athleticism and mindset, and why you should watch the ‘Black Boys’ documentary on Peacock (2:32). Rich and the guys debate if the Cowboys would be smart to move on from Dak Prescott and select a QB in the 2021 draft, and if the Mets new owner can turn them into legitimate contenders year-in and year-out (21:35). Thank you to today's sponsor: Microsoft Teams = Now there are more ways to be a Team. Learn more at Microsoft.com/teams Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In his weekly ‘4 Downs’ segment, Rich weighs in with takes ranging from lukewarm to hot on the topics of Mike Tomlin’s Steelers, the Buccaneers inconsistency, who wins the AFC East, and Bill Belichick’s coaching tree (9:45). NASCAR driver Chase Elliott and Rich discuss his 2020 Cup Series Championship, the challends of racing during the Covid-19 pandemic this year, which past Cup Champions have reached out to him after his win, and what a young Chase Elliott would think of the current Chase Elliott (19:42). TJ Jefferson makes a shocking reveal about how long it took him to get a drivers license, (32:07). Rich wraps up the hour previewing some of the biggest games for NFL Week 10 including the Tua vs Justin Herbert Dolphins/Chargers matchup (45:49). Thank you to today's sponsors: Geico = In just 15 minutes you could save you 15% or more on car insurance. Visit Geico.com Pluto TV = Drop in. It's free. 100s of free TV channels and 1000s of movies and TV shows. Visit Pluto.TV Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich Eisen kicks off the hour recapping yet another Jets loss, this one on a last-second field goal by the Patriots that kept New York in the lead in the Trevor Lawrence sweepstakes (2:13). Saints quarterback Drew Brees and Rich discuss what it was like facing Tom Brady back in his college days at Purdue, what he has to say to doubters who have criticized his arm strength, what the return of talented-but-difficult WR Michael Thomas means to the team, New Orlean’s utter demolition of Tom Brady and the Buccaneers in Week 9, how much longer he plans to play, how his foundation is helping feed the needy, which young NFL QB’s have impressed him, and his predictions for this week’s Masters Tournament (21:20). The guys wrap up the hour discussing of Rich should undergo hair replacement surgery a la Brian Urlacher and Deion Sanders (43:54). Thank you to today's sponsor: Microsoft Teams = Now there are more ways to be a Team. Learn more at Microsoft.com/teams Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich starts the hour with his Overreaction Monday segment with his takes on the Saints, Kyler vs Tua, Mahomes for MVP, the Steelers 16-0 chances, Josh Allen and much more (5:20). Rich weighs in Tua Tagovailoa’s impressive Week 9, (22:31). Chris Brockman runs through the latest news and notes from the world of sports including updates on Christian McCaffrey’s latest injury, the Cowboys QB depth chart, LSU’s Covid-19 issues, and Gonzaga’s #1 pre-season college hoops ranking (28:28). Rich closes out the show with a tribute to the late, great Jeopardy! host Alex Trebek who succumbed to cancer at the age of 80 over the weekend (51:57). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off Hour 2 explaining why you shouldn’t sleep on the Green Bay Packers,(2:02). Rich and the guys recap Notre Dame’s big win over to-ranked Clemson, and his latest lamentation on his alma mater Michigan and Jim Harbaugh’s future in Ann Arbor (6:56). NBC Sports’ Mike Tirico and Rich discuss what we learned from Notre Dame knocking off #1 Clemson in South Bend, if the College Football Playoff should expand to 8 teams, what to expect from a November Masters tournament, his reaction to the Saints’ throttling of the Buccaneers in Week 9, and which team is the NFL’s best at this moment (19:55). The guys wrap up the hour debating what time is too early and what time is too late be texting your buds, and why Tom Brady losing to the Saints on Sunday night set a number of precedents (42:03). Thank you to today's sponsor: Pluto TV = Drop in. It's free. 100s of free TV channels and 1000s of movies and TV shows. Visit Pluto.TV Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off the show recapping a wild and weird Sunday in the NFL that wrapped up with the Saints blowing out their NFC South rival Buccaneers, (2:54). NBC Sports’ NFL Insider Peter King and Rich discuss the Saints’ “alarming” dismantling of the Buccaneers, why the Dolphins could win the AFC East and why the Vikings aren’t dead yet, the greatness of Patrick Mahomes, and which NFL team is the best heading into Week 10 (19:49). Saints DE Cameron Jordan and Rich discuss New Orleans utter domination of Tom Brady and the Bucs on Sunday night, Jameis Winston eating W’s, the return of Michael Thomas, and if the Saints are the best team in the NFL (40:44). Thank you to today's sponsors: Geico = In just 15 minutes you could save you 15% or more on car insurance. Visit Geico.com Pluto TV = Drop in. It's free. 100s of free TV channels and 1000s of movies and TV shows. Visit Pluto.TV Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Chris Brockman runs through the latest news from the world of sports including Ezekiel Elliott, Jimmy Garoppolo, and Christian McCaffrey injury updates, and the Raiders getting hammered by the league for Covid violations, (3:40). NBC Sports analyst Eddie Olczyk handicaps the top races and horses to watch in this year’s Breeder’s Cup, (13:10). 3-time Emmy Award-winning actor Jeremy Piven and Rich discuss the sorry state of his beloved Bears’ offense, what it was like to film an episode of ‘Entourage’ with Mike Tyson, his new movie ‘My Dad’s Christmas Date,’ (26:54). Rich wraps up the hour with his top 3 Under the Radar games for NFL Week 9, Chris Brockman’s Sneaky Good Games if you’re in the betting mood (40:59). Thank you to today's sponsor: Microsoft Teams = Now there are more ways to be a Team. Learn more at Microsoft.com/teams Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich and the guys kick off the hour with a deep dive on the draft boards for fictional football players Bobby Boucher, Forrest Gump, Bobby Beamen, or Johnny Utah (5:46). In this week’s Higher Register Tepid Takes, Rich and the guys offer their sorta-solid-but-maybe-not-so-much takes on Alex Cora’s return to the Red Sox, the Cowboys chances to win the NFC East, and the Ravens Super Bowl chances (15:26). ESPN’s NBA Insider Brian Windhorst and Rich discuss the tip-off date for the NBA’s new season, the real reason why Daryl Morey left the Rockets, if the Sixer will make a move for James Harden, and if Giannis Antetokounmpo will be a Milwaukee Buck for much longer (22:04). NFL Network’s Draft Expert Daniel Jeremiah joins the show with a COMPLETE draft analysis of fictional football players Bobby Boucher, Forrest Gump, Bobby Beamen, or Johnny Utah (45:12). Thank you to today's sponsor: Geico = In just 15 minutes you could save you 15% or more on car insurance. Visit Geico.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off the hour breaking down the Packers impressive Thursday night win over the injury and covid-depleted 49ers, (1:37). Rich and the guys celebrate the anniversary of The Waterboy by debating which fictional football player they’d draft first, Bobby Boucher, Forrest Gump, Bobby Beamen, or Johnny Utah (17:17). The MMQB’s Alber Breer and Rich discuss if Trevor Lawrence and Ohio State’s Justin Fields will go 1 and 2 in the next NFL Draft, the continuing impact of the Covid-19 crisis on the NFL Season, why the NFL came down hard on the Raiders for covid protocol violations, Odell Beckham Jr’s and Jimmy Garoppolo’s futures with their respective teams, how Antonio Brown’s reunion with Tom Brady came about, and which fictional football player he’d draft #1 (22:23). Thank you to today's sponsor: Geico = In just 15 minutes you could save you 15% or more on car insurance. Visit Geico.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich and the guys open the hour debating if Back to the Future’s Flux Capacitor is the greatest fictional movie invention, (3:00). Rich reacts to JJ Watt’s comments after the Texans DE was not traded before the NFL deadline, the Brockman goes over the latest news including updates in Christian McCaffrey, Sam Darnold, and the start date for the next NBA season (5:45). Academy Award-winning screenwriter John Ridley and Rich discuss the state of his beloved Green Bay Packers, his new comic book miniseries ‘The Other History of the DC Universe,’ and why the Star Wars lightsaber is the greatest fictional movie invention (20:43). Peacock’s ‘Brother from Another’ co-host Michael Holley and Rich discuss if Boston fans or Ohio State fans are more arrogant, his chemistry with co-host Michael Smith, and reveals some secrets about TJ Jefferson from their days in college (40:47). Thank you to today's sponsor: Geico = In just 15 minutes you could save you 15% or more on car insurance. Visit Geico.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich and the guys take calls from viewers who reveal the heartbreaking sports moments they’d like to change if they had a time machine, (3:43). Professional gamer and Stream Tyler “Ninja” Blevins and Rich discuss how he became a Lions fan while growing up in Chicago, what it was like filming the NFL 100 Super Bowl open, which NFL players are the best gamers, which celebrities are good gamers and which are not-so-much, if he can get Bill Belichick to wear one one of his Ninja Wear hoodies, and his experience on The Masked Singer, (21:23). Rich wraps up the hour breaking down if the Browns, Raiders, Rams, Dolphins, Bears and Cowboys will be playoff teams (44:29). Thank you to today's sponsor: Geico = In just 15 minutes you could save you 15% or more on car insurance. Visit Geico.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich opens the hour discussing the 49ers and Packers playing on Thursday despite numerous injury and covid-related challenges, (3:26). NFL Network’s Steve Mariucci and Rich discuss his early coaching days with the Green Bay Packers, what it was like to be on the Niners side of the 49ers-Packers rivalry, if Mike Holmgren deserves to be in the Hall of Fame, Green Bay and San Francisco’s battle with injuries and covid-positive tests, and which team is the NFL’s best at the halfway mark (20:24). The guys wrap up the hour naming the sports/pop culture moment they’d like to change of the had a ‘Back to the Future’ time machine.(46:20). Thank you to today's sponsor: Microsoft Teams = Now there are more ways to be a Team. Learn more at Microsoft.com/teams Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich opens the hour reflecting on the anniversary of the NFL Network’s launch (1:43). The guys react to Antonio Brown’s comments about joining the Buccaneers on Sunday, (10:19). Comedian/host Eric Andre explains why he’ll go to any length to enhance the creativity of Adult Swim’s “The Eric Andre Show,” reveals why he’s had some guests walk off the set, and Rich explains why he couldn’t promote Eric Andre’s twitter account live on the air (22:05). Rich wraps up the hour with his latest New York Jets lament, reacting to the team’s GM stating that embattled head coach Adam Gase isn’t going anywhere in the near future (39:24). Thank you to today's sponsor: Geico = In just 15 minutes you could save you 15% or more on car insurance. Visit Geico.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Good Morning Football’s Kyle Brandt and Rich discuss the Dolphins bright future with Tua Tagovailoa, Kyler Murray’s impressive skillset and Lamar Jackson’s room to grow as a passer, if the Bears should go back to Mitchell Trubisky, why former Bears’ return specialist Devin Hester should be in the hall of fame, and which is the best movie where the villain gets served (2:07). The guys marvel at the latest eyebrow (and hemline) raising clothing choice by Dolphins QB Ryan Fitzpatrick(24:46). Dodgers manager Dave Roberts and Rich discuss his emotional reaction to ending L.A.’s 32-year World Series title drought, how the Dodgers dugout reacted to Rays manager removing Blake Snell from Game 6, how the team handle Justin Turner’s in-game Covid-positive test and subsequent celebration with the team, and reveals who reached out to him following L.A.’s World Series win (39:51). Thank you to today's sponsor: Microsoft Teams = Now there are more ways to be a Team. Learn more at Microsoft.com/teams Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off the hour breaking down the Cowboys slim pickings when it comes to choosing their starting quarterback against the unbeaten Steelers this week (7:42). Seahawks linebacker Bobby Wagner and Rich discuss what one of his early-morning lifting routines is like, what Seattle still needs to prove on the defensive side of the ball, Jamal Adams’ fit with the team’s competitive mindset, bridging the gap from the Legion of Boom teams to the current era of players, why the sky is the limit for WR DK Metcalf, and if Seattle is the best team in the NFC (21:22). Rich wraps up the hour explaining why the Packers were smart not to give up a 2nd round pick for Texans WR Will Fuller, and the guys debate of former Bears DB/Kick Returner extraordinaire is Hall of Fame worthy (40:28). Thank you to today's sponsor: Geico = In just 15 minutes you could save you 15% or more on car insurance. Visit Geico.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Washington Football Team head coach Ron Rivera and Rich discuss his battle with cancer, Dwayne Haskins’ future as Washington’s starting QB, and the team’s chances to win the weak NFC East(2:13). Chris Brockman’s news report includes updates on a possible expansion of the NFL playoff field this season, the latest trade rumors, covid updates on Clemson’s Trevor Lawrence and the Wisconsin outbreak, and if Mookie Betts was deserving of his NL MVP finalist status, (23:38). The guys wrap up the hour breaking down just how remarkable it is that 76-year-old Tony LaRussa is coming out of retirement to manage the White Sox (44:07). Thank you to today's sponsor: Microsoft Teams = Now there are more ways to be a Team. Learn more at Microsoft.com/teams Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Tampa Bay Times reporter Rick Stroud and Rich break down the Buccaneers MNF win over the Giants, the impact of Antonio Brown’s addition to the Bucs, Tom Brady’s comfort level after two months of play, how Tampa will utilize AB in their offense, and Bruce Arians’ ‘unique” facemask set up on Monday Night Football (2:52). Former NFL front office exec Scott Pioli and Rich discuss Gronk’s return from retirement, Bill Belichick’s excuses for the Patriots current predicament, if the Patriots should be sellers at the trade deadline, why the Dolphins made the right move going to Tua Tagovailoa, what the Bears can do about their muddled QB situation, why Miami is poised for long-term success, and why the Jets shouldn’t ‘Tank for Trevor” (26:18). In his ‘4 Downs’ segment, Rich weighs in on Kyler Murray and the Cardinals, the Raiders playoff chances, and a radical proposal involving Cam Newton, Bill Belichick and Jimmy Garoppolo (44:36). Thank you to today's sponsor: Netsuite = The world's number one cloud business system. Schedule your free product tour at Netsuite.com/Rich Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off the hour with an in-depth break down of the Buccaneers’ win over the Giants on Monday Night Football, and a message to Giants fans who are wringing their hands over Daniel Jones’ inconsistency (5:28). Saints safety Malcolm Jenkins and Rich discuss the big election day, how the Saints season is going so far, if talented-bit-troubled WR Michael Thomas will return this week, what he expects when facing Tom Brady and Antonio Brown, what happened in that crazy incident with Bears WR Javon Wims, how he’s helping feed the needy this Thanksgiving and how you too can donate, the message of his “Black Boys” documentary, the Ohio State-Michigan rivalry, and what it’s been like returning to New Orleans this season (20:40). Rich and the guys wrap up the our discussion Bill Belichick’s explanation/excuses for the Patriots current predicament (43:47). Thank you to today's sponsor: Microsoft Teams = Now there are more ways to be a Team. Learn more at Microsoft.com/teams Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich launches into a lamentation (no, not on the Jets) on the latest disappointment by his beloved Michigan Wolverines football program, (3:01). Rich and the guys dissect the Bears-Saints “spitting” allegations along with the latest injury updates and trade news from the NFL, (22:21). In his Overreaction Monday segment, Rich reacts to the latest NFL hot takes including the Steelers, Cam Newton’s starting status, Dolphins playoff chances, and much more (38:55). Thank you to today's sponsor: Netsuite = The world's number one cloud business system. Schedule your free product tour at Netsuite.com/Rich Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off the hour recapping the latest NFL trades, and a recap of the Chargers blowing yet another double-digit lead, this time a 21-point advantage over the Broncos, and why Russell Wilson and DK Metcalf make up the NFL’s best QB/WR tandem and why Wilson is the MVP frontrunner, (5:01). ESPN announcer Joe Tessitore and Rich discuss him calling his son’s trick play for Boston College vs #1 Clemson Saturday, why Dabo Swinney’s team will be just fine with true freshman QB DJ Uiagalelei, and when we can expect a new season of ABC’s crazy-fun competition show ‘Holey Moley’ that he co-hosts with Rob Riggle (21:16). Rich wraps up the hour explaining why parents everywhere hate when Daylight Savings Time ends, the annoying jingle his daughter sings during the scary moments of scary movies, and if you’re down with Candy Corn or nah? (41:46). Thank you to today's sponsor: Netsuite = The world's number one cloud business system. Schedule your free product tour at Netsuite.com/Rich Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks of the week recapping the Cowboys latest lost, this on at the hands of NFC East rival Eagles, and the Steelers remaining unbeaten after taking down AFC North rival Ravens, and why the Bears offense continues to be the NFL’s most maddening, (1:21). Pro Football Talks Mike Florio and Rich discuss the impact of Ravens S Marlon Humphrey’s positive Covid-19 test, if we’ll see any big NFL Trade Deadline deals, if Clemson QB Trevor Lawrence should avoid the Jets at all costs, why the Dolphins future is bright even if Tua Tagovailoa doesn’t pan out, and how the Covid crisis and possible social unrest surrounding the 2020 election could impact the NFL (24:03). Rich wraps up the hour commenting on Tua Tagovailoa’s debut and why the Dolphins are looking like a formidable team all of a sudden (46:18). Thank you to today's sponsor: Netsuite = The world's number one cloud business system. Schedule your free product tour at Netsuite.com/Rich Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
ESPN’s Dan Le Batard and Rich discuss the beginning of the Dolphins’ Tua Tagovailoa era, if the Miami Heat should make a run at Giannis Antetokounmpo, and if Rich is, as accused, stealing ideas from Stugotz (1:38). Actor Omari Hardwick joins the show to promote his new horror flick ‘Spell,” discuss his playing days as a defensive back for the University of Georgia, if former Bulldog teammate Hines Ward deserves to be in the Pro Football Hall of Fame, and his successful leap from athlete to entertainer (22:11). In their Higher Register Tepid Takes segment, Rich and the Guys give their quasi-endorsements on Tom Brady’s Super Bowl chances, the Cowboys under 3rd-string QB Ben DiNucci, and the Eagles odds to win the NFC East with a winning record. Brockman offers up his Sneaky Good Games for NFL Week 8 with a bonus college game thrown in, and Rich predicts his Unlockiest Lock of the Week between the Bears and Saints (42:57). Thank you to today's sponsor: Microsoft Teams = Now there are more ways to be a Team. Learn more at Microsoft.com/teams Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich offers up his top Under-the-Radar Games for NFL Week 8 that include the Jets-Chiefs, Raiders-Browns, and Colts-Lions, (14:07). Dodgers pitcher Walker Buehler and Rich discuss the Rays’ controversial removal of Blake Snell that likely cost Tampa Bay Game 6 of the World Series, his reaction to Justin Turner’s positive Covid-19 test and subsequent celebration controversy, how Clayton Kershaw helped him become a successful big game pitcher, and his ownership stake in Kentucky Derby winner Authentic (20:49). Rich wraps up the our discussing why Tom Brady would go out on a limb (again) for talented-but-troubled WR Antonio Brown (43:50). Thank you to today's sponsor: Geico = In just 15 minutes you could save you 15% or more on car insurance. Visit Geico.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off the hour breaking down the Falcons’ much-needed win over the Panthers (5:19). FOX Sports/The Athletic’s Bruce Feldman and Rich discuss Clemson QB Trevor Lawrence contracting the Covid-19 virus, the Covid outbreak at Wisconsin, if Nebraska truly wants to be in the Big Ten still, and who would win if the split National Champions from 1997, Nebraska and Michigan, played (22:34). Thank you to today's sponsor: Geico = In just 15 minutes you could save you 15% or more on car insurance. Visit Geico.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Chris Brockman breaks down the latest news and notes in the NFL, and the White Sox hiring of Tony La Russa as their new manager…(10:31). NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport and Rich discuss Andy Dalton’s status for Week 8 after suffering a brutal concussion last week, if the Cowboys regret hiring Mike McCarthy in the wake of their stumbling start to the season, if the Patriots could be sellers at the NFL trade deadline, how soon before Dez Bryant suits up for the Ravens, how close Antonio Brown came to signing with the Seahawks instead of the Buccaneers, and the impact of positive Covid tests on their Week 8 games (21:26). Rich and the guys take a taste test of the new Josh’s Jacks cereal from Bills QB Josh Allen (39:50) and wrap up the hour taking calls on viewers’ biggest pizza pet peeves (42:48). Thank you to today's sponsor: Geico = In just 15 minutes you could save you 15% or more on car insurance. Visit Geico.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich starts the hour recapping the latest in the Justin Turner/World Series Covid controversy (timestamp). Rich and the guys dig into a “worst crimes against” pizza discussion (00:48) followed by a breakdown on why Tua Tagovailoa will soon lead the Dolphins back to relevance (12:07). Hall of Fame announcer Bob Costas and Rich discuss why analytics, though helpful and important, sometimes run the game of baseball, reaction to what MLB should do in reaction to Justin Turner’s World Series Game 6 Covid controversy, the incredible ending to Game 4 and the emergence of Randy Arozarena (21:22). Rich wraps up the hour professing his love for his favorite cereal, the long-discontinued Product 19 (42:28). Thank you to today's sponsor: Geico = In just 15 minutes you could save you 15% or more on car insurance. Visit Geico.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off the hour updating the latest NFL news involving Covid-positive tests from the Giants and Chargers, and previews the Week 8 Thursday night NFC South matchup between the Falcons and Panthers (2:03). Eagles Head Coach Doug Pederson and Rich discuss how he’ll prepare to face the Cowboys’ 3rd-string QB Ben Dinucci, how injuries have impacted Philly’s season so far, how the team plans to utilize the athleticism of rookie QB Jalen Hurts in their offense, how unprecedented the NFC East has been this season, how Carson Wentz can bounce back from a shaky start to the season, and the development of his team’s young receivers (19:58). Rich and the guys wrap up the hour with a Cowboys QB’s for Dummies lesson on Who Is Ben DiNucci (48:11). Thank you to today's sponsor: Microsoft Teams = Now there are more ways to be a Team. Learn more at Microsoft.com/teams Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill QB Josh Allen joins the show to discuss how he got his own brand of cereal, if the Bills can tople the Patriots from their long-standing AFC East perch, why Buffalo’s offense has struggled of late, reveals just how far he can throw a football (hint: a LONG way), and his relationship with Bills Hall of Fame QB Jim Kelly (2:39). Actor Carl Weathers and Rich discuss the new season of ‘The Mandalorian,’ what is time as a Raiders linebacker was like, how he landed his role on ‘The Mandalorian,’ and how his career has spanned tackling Larry Czonka to working with Steven Spielberg to his iconic Chubbs Peterson role in Adam Sandler’s ‘Happy Gilmore’ (20:40). Rich and Brockman debate if Boston misses Mookie Betts or Tom Brady more, and how Bears head coach Matt Nagy and QB Nick Foles can get back on the same page (40:29). Thank you to today's sponsor: Geico = In just 15 minutes you could save you 15% or more on car insurance. Visit Geico.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Chris Brockman kicks off the hour with the latest news from the world of sports including updates the NFL trade deadline moves, the status of the Nebraska-Wisconsin football game this week in the face fo the Badgers’ covid outbreak, and how the Sixers are shaking up their front office (2:11). Packers WR Davante Adams and Rich discuss his mindset on days when he has a monster game, the lack of respect for the Packers WR corps, how his injuries have actually helped Green Bay, how Aaron Rodgers propels him to greatness, and the All-Pro QB’s mindset coming into the season, and his reaction to DK Metcalf’s epic run-down to ruin Budda Baker’s pick six dreams (15:21). Good Morning Football’s Kyle Brand reveals to Rich his awesome Halloween costume this year, why the Bears offense is stuck in neutral, previews the Steelers vs Ravens in Week 8, makes a daring prediction about Tua Tagovailoa’s starting debut against the Rams, names the best Joaquin Phoenix performance, and says if Mark Sanchez or Daniel Jones had the most embarrassing moment for a New York QB (37:49). Thank you to today's sponsor: Microsoft Teams = Now there are more ways to be a Team. Learn more at Microsoft.com/teams Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich opens the hour with his take on Justin Turner’s “disturbing” postgame celebration with Dodgers teammates despite his positive Covid-19 test earlier in Game 6 (1:33). Rich also weighs in on Rays’ manager Kevin Cash removing Blake Snell in the 5th inning despit his domination to that point, and if today’s managers rely too much on analytics (15:03). ESPN MLB Insider Jeff Passan and Rich breakdown the timeline surrounding Justin Turner’s positive Covid test in the middle of the World Series Game 6, why Turner was celebrating maskless with his team after the Dodgers win, what would have played out of the series had been pushed to a Game 7, and if the Rays relied too much on analytics when pulling Blake Snell even though he was dominating (27:13). Thank you to today's sponsor: Geico = In just 15 minutes you could save you 15% or more on car insurance. Visit Geico.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Hall of Fame hockey announcer Mike “Doc” Emrick and Rich discuss where he was during Kirk Gibson’s historic 1988 World Series home run, calling play-by-play for historic sports moments, how announcers prepare for big games, why he chose to retire at the peak of his abilities, and his new book and advice he has for those entering the sports broadcasting industry (2:19). Actor Mark Strong calls the show from London where he’s filming his Spectrum Original show ‘Temple’ to discuss the show’s new season, his Arsenal English Premier League rooting interests, how American sporting events are much different than those in England, and what it was like filming the visually groundbreaking Best Picture-nominated ‘1917’ (22:47). Chris Brockman wraps up the hour with the latest news from the world of sports including updated NFL injury items, why the Seahawks are getting thinner at RB, how The Masters will be mixing in some College Football this year, and the covid-19 impact on the Wisconsin QB depth chart (43:57). Thank you to today's sponsor: Microsoft Teams = Now there are more ways to be a Team. Learn more at Microsoft.com/teams Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich previews Game 6 of the Dodgers-Rays World Series, and discuss the if the big problems with the 2-4 Cowboys are fixable (00:46). The guys discuss the eminent return of Panthers RB Christian McCaffrey and its fantasy football implications (9:04). Vikings tight end Kyle Rudolph and Rich discuss the state of Notre Dame football and how much validity there is to the movie “Rudy,” if the Vikes and embattled QB Kirk Cousins can turn around their season after a 1-5 start, the return of RB Dalvin Cook and the emergence of rooke WR Justin Jefferson, and why he’s auctioning off his customized Polaris Slingshot for charity (19:57 ). The hour wraps up with Rich and the guys discussing where they land on their respective household pecking orders, and why you shouldn’t insult the Jets to Rich despite the fact that they stink on ice (44:38). Thank you to today's sponsor: Geico = In just 15 minutes you could save you 15% or more on car insurance. Visit Geico.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off the hour with a thorough breakdown of the Bears getting dominated on Monday Night Football by the Rams including a look at why Chicago’s QB play continues to struggle, why the 5-2 Rams are being overlooked, and some “Punters are People Too” love for Rams’ P Johnny Hekker who pinned the Bears deep in their own territory all night long (3:24). Rich and the guys react to Jerry Jones’ latest memorable sound bite when questioned about a possible Cowboys leadership void in the locker room, (26:47). In his weekly ‘4 Downs’ segment, Rich weighs in on the Dolphins promising future, why the Texans got fleeced in the DeAndre Hopkins trade, why the NFC playoff seedings could lead to a lot of controversy and outrage, and why the Cowboys need to make a big move to land a big time quarterback to salvage their season (33:23). The guys wrap up the hour discussing if the Cowboys should throw in the towel on this season and focus on rebuilding in 2021 (45:21). Thank you to today's sponsor: Microsoft Teams = Now there are more ways to be a Team. Learn more at Microsoft.com/teams Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich recaps an exciting weekend in College Football including the season-ending injury to all-world Alabama WR Jaylen Waddle, Justin Field’s impressive game vs Nebraska, and his reaction to an all-time thrilling/controversial end the epic Penn State-Indiana game(4:16). Academy Award-winning actor Matthew McConaughey and Rich discuss Washington Football Team’s domination of the Cowboys, the inspiration for his new book “Greenlights,” the biggest risk he ever took that could have cost him his career, if we’ll ever see him revive his Rust Cole ‘True Detective’ role, and why the old axiom that common sense isn’t so common is commonly true (21:29). Rich wraps up the hour with a salute to Washington head coach Ron Rivera on his completion of his chemotherapy, and a thorough roundup of the latest NFL injury news (44:50). Thank you to today's sponsor: Geico = In just 15 minutes you could save you 15% or more on car insurance. Visit Geico.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred and Rich discuss the crazy end to Game 4 of the World Series, which of the 2020 rules changes will be coming back in 2021, if he would be willing to void the Mookie Betts trade for Chris Brockman (2:59). Rich and the guys recap that wild end to the Dodgers-Rays game 4 and how it compares to other amazing endings to World Series games and Super Bowls, (15:05) and marvel at the numerous jaw-dropping moments in the Cardinals’ overtime win over the Seahawks (28:17). In his Overreaction Monday segment, Rich weighs in on Tom Brady and Bill Belichick’s divergent success this season, if the Patriots should trade Cam Newton to the Cowboys, how long Mike McCarthy will last in Dallas, if all 4 NFC West teams could make the playoffs, and if Bills fans should be worried about Josh Allen’s play of late (42:18). Thank you to today's sponsor: Geico = In just 15 minutes you could save you 15% or more on car insurance. Visit Geico.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off the week remarking on a remarkable sports weekend, and weighs in on the Buccaneers signing of controversial wideout Antonio Brown to join Tom Brady, and an in-depth recap of the Cardinals thrilling overtime win over the Seahawks (1:33). NBC Sports’ Peter King and Rich discuss which team’s offensive weapons he likes most, the Steelers Super Bowl chances, why the Niners are hitting their stride on offense despite a number of injuries, if the Patriots can salvage their season after a 2-4 start, (23:00). Cardinals CB Patrick Peterson joins the show to discuss Arizona’s huge overtime win over the NFC West front-running Seahawks and how Kyler Murray compares (favorably) to Russell Wilson, how Kliff Kingsbury has turned the franchise around, and his hilarious reaction to DK Metcalf dashing Budda Baker’s pick-six dreams on Sunday Night Football (42:11). Thank you to today's sponsor: Geico = In just 15 minutes you could save you 15% or more on car insurance. Visit Geico.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich recaps his greatest fear and why he can relate do Daniel Jones embarrassing trip on Thursday Night Football (2:15). Brockman runs through the latest news from the world of sports including the latest NFL injury updates, and an update on the health of Washington Football Team head coach Ron Rivera, and a debate on if when the NBA should let fans back into arenas (10:47). The Athletic’s Bruce Feldman and Rich discuss the return of Big Ten football, Nick Saban’s covid-19 scare, Ed Orgeron’s coaching journey in college football, and if Michigan’s schedule is toughest in their conference (22:03. The guys run through the best view submissions for the name of Mike Del Tufo’s new boat along with their High-Register Tepid Takes, Chris Brockman’s Sneaky Good Games, and Rich’s Unlockiest Lock of the Week (41:07). Thank you to today's sponsor: Microsoft Teams = Now there are more ways to be a Team. Learn more at Microsoft.com/teams Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off the hour with an in-depth look at Daniel Jones’ 90-yard TD-Run-Turned-Embarrasing-Stumble and how it compares to running a 40-yard dash at the NFL Combine each year (3:07). Manny from El Paso calls in to ask for marriage advice on the eve of his wedding (18:50). Rich offers up his top three Under the Radar games for NFL Week 7, and a preview of Bill Belichick and the Patriots vs the resurgent 49ers (26:10). Rich explains why he has a bone to pick with Tim Tebow when it comes to Michigan vs Minnesota on Saturday (40:00). Thank you to today's sponsors: Geico = In just 15 minutes you could save you 15% or more on car insurance. Visit Geico.com Old Spice = A new line of products for down below. Visit Walmart.com/oldspicebelowdeck Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off the hour recapping the Eagles comeback win over the Giants on Thursday night in a pivotal NFC East showdown (2:05). NFL Network’s Kurt Warner and Rich discuss how Tua Tagovailoa replacing Ryan Fitzpatrick compares to when Eli Manning replaced him as the Giants starting QB, what Ryan Fitzpatrick’s role in the locker room should be now that he’s Tua’s backup, offers up some valuable on-field advice for Tua, how Daniel Jones’ epic 80-yard run and stumble compares to his most embarrassing moment, and how much he’s looking forward to his son Kade starting at WR for Nebraska vs Ohio State this Saturday (22:09). Thank you to today's sponsors: Geico = In just 15 minutes you could save you 15% or more on car insurance. Visit Geico.com Old Spice = A new line of products for down below. Visit Walmart.com/oldspicebelowdeck Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sports Illustrated’s Pat Forde and Rich discuss a “potential mushroom cloud” situation surrounding LSU, Odell Beckham Jr, and others, if the Big Ten’s late return will impact the conference’s chances to make the College Football Playoff, if Jim Harbaugh has finally solved Michigan’s QB issues in Joe Milton, when we could see a return of Florida Gators football in the wake of their covid-19 outbreak, which teams have the best chance to unseat Ohio State in the Big Ten, if Trevor Lawrence could return to Clemson for his senior season, and weighs in on Tua Tagovailoa’s ascension to Dolphins starter, and his predictions on which teams make the College Football Playoff (2:02). Michigan alum Rich takes exception to his perceived inequities in the Big Ten’s scheduling that appear to favor Ohio State and Wisconsin, (24:41). Brockman breaks down the latest news and notes in the NFL which somehow leads to a discussion about naming Mike Del Tufo’s new boat (30:27). The hour wraps up with news from the Packers on the correct pronunciation of Robert Tonyan’s last name which leads to a heated debate: Funyuns as a top ten snack or nah?? (39:56). Thank you to today's sponsors: Geico = In just 15 minutes you could save you 15% or more on car insurance. Visit Geico.com Old Spice = A new line of products for down below. Visit Walmart.com/oldspicebelowdeck Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich and the guys open the hour discussing the Browns team identity of lack thereof, and debate which team is the AFC’s best (3:18). Former Super Bowl-winning QB Trent Dilfer and Rich discuss the Dolphins naming Tua Tagovailoa their starting QB and what makes him so special as a person and passer, offers a no-holds-barred assessment of Baker Mayfield and his “limitations,” if there’s any hope for Sam Darnold with the Jets, why Trevor Lawrence should consult with Archie Manning prior to the NFL Draft, why Carson Wentz has struggled in his development, and how Ryan Tannehill resurrected his career with the Titans (26:34). Rich wraps up the hour reflecting back on his visit in January with Tua Tagovailoa at the Super Bowl the showing how he endears himself to coaches and teammates (47:53). Thank you to today's sponsors: Amazon Prime = Watch Thursday Night Football Live on Prime Video. Visit https://www.amazon.com/amazonprime Old Spice = A new line of products for down below. Visit Walmart.com/oldspicebelowdeck Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off the hour breaking down the Ravens big moves in trading for DL Yanick Ngakoue and signing Dez Bryant to their practice squad (t1:08). The MMQB’s Albert Breer and Rich discuss the Ravens big moves today, if we’ll see the return of Antonio Brown to the NFL (possible with the Seahawks?), why the Dolphins chose now to switch to Tua Tagovailoa, which teams will be sellers at the NFL trade deadline including the Cowboys and Patriots, why Adam Gase remains head coach of the 0-6 Jets, and the return of Big Ten football (21:28). Rich wraps up the hour explaining how setting your fantasy football lineup is like boarding an airplane (45:31). Thank you to today's sponsor: Microsoft Teams = Now there are more ways to be a Team. Learn more at Microsoft.com/teams Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce and Rich talk Patrick Mahomes, Le’Veon Bell joining the team and how he’ll share duties in the backfield with rookie Clyde Edwards-Helaire, why he loves blocking as much as catching passes, how Tua Tagovailoa taking over for Ryan Fitzpatrick compares to Mahomes taking over for Alex Smith, why playing in Denver always presents an extra challenge, and which NFL TE will have bragging rights after Week 7 (2:26). Actor/Comedian Patton Oswalt and Rich discuss the perils of parental parking duty at their kids’ pre-school, how he’s spent his time during the covid quarantine, and his new virtual comedy special that will air live from his kitchen (20:03). Rich and the guys wrap up the hour with the latest from the NFL including reaction to the Cowboys’ locker room sniping, Le’Veon Bell’s arrival in Kansas City, and their reaction to Ryan Fitzpatrick’s emotional response to being benched for Tua Tagovailoa (36:41). Thank you to today's sponsors: Amazon Prime = Watch Thursday Night Football Live on Prime Video. Visit https://www.amazon.com/amazonprime Old Spice = A new line of products for down below. Visit Walmart.com/oldspicebelowdeck Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off the hour rebutting all those critics (and there are many) who say Clemson QB Trevor Lawrence should avoid the Jets at all costs (3:46). Rich and the guys discuss which Tom Cruise movie from the 80’s is his best, and what happened when Rich’s kids watched The Karate Kid for the first time (14:38). Good Morning Football’s Kyle Brandt and Rich break down some oddities in The Karate Kid, the Dolphins naming Tua Tagovailoa their starting QB, how to fix the 2-4 Cowboys, the top storylines heading into NFL Week 7, and which is the best 80’s Tom Cruise movie (23:16). Thank you to today's sponsor: Microsoft Teams = Now there are more ways to be a Team. Learn more at Microsoft.com/teams Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich and Brockman recap Mookie Betts’ big night and the Dodgers impressive Game 1 World Series win over the Tampa Bay Rays (1:12). Rich reacts to the news that the Dolphins have officially named Tua Tagovailoa their starting quarterback (11:56). Hall of Fame receiver Cris Carter and Rich discuss why the Vikings have stumbled out of the gate with a 1-4 start, how much Kirk Cousins is to blame, why rookie WR Justin Jefferson reminds him of Isaac Bruce, why the Dolphins made the right move making Tua Tagovailoa their starting QB, and what it was like visiting the George Floyd memorial with his daughter (22:00). Rich wraps up the hour with a great story involving Marshall Faulk, Mean Joe Greene, and some ill-timed trash talking (43:10). Thank you to today's sponsors: Geico = In just 15 minutes you could save you 15% or more on car insurance. Visit Geico.com Old Spice = A new line of products for down below. Visit Walmart.com/oldspicebelowdeck
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The guys have more reaction to Tua Tagovailoa being named the Dolphins starter, and Le’veon Bells possible negative impact on the Chiefs team chemistry (2:17). Brockman runs through the latest news and notes from the world of sports including anonymous quotes from Cowboys players ripping Mike McCarthy’s coaching staff, assorted NFL injuries and trade rumors (6:15). Actor/comedian Joel McHale and Rich talk the new season of ABC’s ‘Card Sharks’ and their love of classic 1970’s episodes of ‘Match Game,’ along with a deep dive on his beloved Seattle Seahawks, and a frank discussion about ‘The Masked Singer’ and when it would be appropriate (if ever) to introduce Rich’s kids to a naked Ken Jeong in ‘The Hangover’ (21:03). NFL Network reporter Jane Slater wraps up the hour expanding on her report of developing turmoil between Cowboys players and coaches in the wake of their 2-4 start (39:12). Thank you to today's sponsor: Microsoft Teams = Now there are more ways to be a Team. Learn more at Microsoft.com/teams Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
NBC Sports analyst and Hall of Fame coach Tony Dungy and Rich discuss the Dolphins naming Tua Tagovailoa their starting QB, how the Cowboys can bounce back after their “unacceptable” blowout loss to the Cardinals, if Tom Brady and the Buccaneers have solved their issues, and if the 5-1 Bears are for real (2:01). In his weekly ‘4 Downs’ segment, Rich weighs in on the NFL’s hottest topics including the Dolphins chances to win the AFC East, if the Pats are as bad as they looked against the Broncos, why the Packers will be just fine after getting trounced by the Bucs, and if the 1-5 Falcons could actually make the playoffs (30:55). Rich wraps up the hour explaining, in no uncertain terms, why Ezekiel Elliott needs to step up for the Cowboys in the wake of Dak Prescott’s season-ending injury (48:28). Thank you to today's sponsors: Amazon Prime = Watch Thursday Night Football Live on Prime Video. Visit https://www.amazon.com/amazonprime Old Spice = A new line of products for down below. Visit Walmart.com/oldspicebelowdeck Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off the hour breaking down the Cowboys embarrassing loss to the Cardinals on Monday Night Football (3:10). Rich also weighs in on the Miami Dolphins naming Tua Tagovailoa their starting QB despite a decent record and solid play from incumbent starter Ryan Fitzpatrick (24:29). Legendary ESPN basketball analyst Dick Vitale joins the show to tout his beloved Rays in the World Series against the Dodgers, why it’s a great time to be a Tampa sports fan, and how he saw the cancelled NCAA tournament playing out this season (39:03). Thank you to today's sponsor: Microsoft Teams = Now there are more ways to be a Team. Learn more at Microsoft.com/teams Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off the hour pondering some head-scratching two-point conversion decisions in NFL Week 6 along with his Overreaction Monday segment weighing in if the Steelers are the AFC’s best team, the Dolphins’ playoff chances, the Vikings dumpster fire of a season, the Niners big win over the Rams, the Bucs’ manhandling ofthe Packers, Ryan Tannehill’s MVP chances, and the odds Trevor Lawrence plays for the Jaguars next season (00:38). Titans QB Ryan Tannehill and Rich discuss Tennessee’s Week 6 overtime win vs the Texans, RB Derrick Henry’s impressive combination of size and strength, what led to Tennessee’s covid-19 protocol violations and subsequent outbreak, facing a tough Steelers D without injured OT Taylor Lewan, head coach Mike Vrabel’s keen use of rulebook loopholes, and his Salute to Service volunteerism (19:30). Chris Brockman runs through the latest news and notes including updates on Christian McCaffrey, Zach Ertz, and the retirement of legendary hockey announcer Mike “Doc” Emrick (43:00). Thank you to today's sponsors: Geico = In just 15 minutes you could save 15% or more on car insurance. Visit Geico.com Old Spice = A new line of products for down below. Visit Walmart.com/oldspicebelowdeck Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
FOX Sports’ MLB analyst and Hall of Famer John Smoltz and Rich recap the Dodgers thrilling Game 7 win over the Braves in the NLCS, preview the pressure on the Dodgers heading into the World Series, says why Dodgers manager Dave Roberts did right in their NLCS clincher, and how the Rays bullpen could be a difference maker vs L.A., and how expectations for starting pitchers have changed over the years (2:40). 49ers TE George Kittle and Rich discuss his Deion Sanders TD celebration tribute, the Niners’ pivotal Week 6 win over the Rams, what Jimmy Garoppolo’s mindset was like after his benching, the emergence of Packers TE Robert Tonyan, and if you could hang with him during one of his workouts(22:09). Rich breaks down the tough sports weekend in Chris Brockman’s household with the Patriots shocking loss to the lowly Broncos, Mookie Betts heading to the World Series with the Dodgers’ elimination of the Braves, and Georgia drubbing at the hands of Nick Saban and Alabama (41:14. And another week, another Rich Eisen lament about his 0-6 Jets (44;52). Thank you to today's sponsors: Netsuite = The world's number one cloud business system. Schedule your free product tour at Netsuite.com/Rich Old Spice = A new line of products for down below. Visit Walmart.com/oldspicebelowdeck 2026. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off the hour with an in-depth recap of Tom Brady and the Bucs’ manhandling of Aaron Rodgers and the Packers, the 49ers critical win over the Rams on Sunday Night, and the Titans overtime win over the Texan led by the 200-yard game of RB Derrick Henry (3:07). Dan Patrick dials into the show to break down who, among so many teams, actually has a shot to win the Super Bowl this season, how the nature of sports talk has changed over the years, and reveals which of those classic ‘This Is SportsCenter” commercials are his favorites (20:49). Rich wraps up the hour reflecting on the NFL debut of Dolphins rookie QB Tua Tagovailoa (49:26). Thank you to today's sponsors: Geico = In just 15 minutes you could save 15% or more on car insurance. Visit Geico.com Old Spice = A new line of products for down below. Visit Walmart.com/oldspicebelowdeck Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
ESPN NBA analyst Richard Jefferson and Rich discuss how difficult it really was for the Lakers to win the NBA title in the league’s Orlando bubble, why he’s standing by his “Giannis Antetokounmpo is a Pippen” take, where the 2-time defending NBA MVP could end up if not with the Bucks, and if he can make any sense of Kyrie Irving’s latest foot-in-mouth comments throwing shade at LeBron James (2:36). Hall of Fame play-by-play announcer Jon Miller and Rich Eisen reflect on the passing of his friend and former broadcasting colleague Joe Morgan (22:31). The week wraps up with Chris Brockman’s Sneaky Good Games, and Rich’s Under the Radar Games for the NFL’s Week 6 in the Bengals vs Colts, Ravens vs Steelers, and Bears vs Panthers, followed by a call from comedian/Brockman’s significant other Sarah Tiana who vigorously defends her Atlanta Braves and their annoying “stirring it up” gesture (47:11). Thank you to today's sponsor: Microsoft Teams = Now there are more ways to be a Team. Learn more at Microsoft.com/teams Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich and the guys kick off the hour with a heated debate about how much Le’Veon Bell still has left in the tank, and what he will contribute to the Chiefs offense (1:30). Veteran NFL linebacker Sam Acho calls in to discuss the inspiration for his new motivational book, ‘Let the World See You,’ if the free agent LB would sign with a team or retire, and what he saw in New Orleans last year that could explain the Saints’ current turmoil with talented-but-difficult WR Michael Thomas (24:41). The guys wrap up the hour with their Higher Register Tepid Takes on Andy Dalton and the Cowboys, Tom Brady and the Bucs vs Aaron Rodgers and the Packers, and Tyron Lue’s chances to take the Clippers to an NBA title (44:11). Thank you to today's sponsors: Geico = In just 15 minutes you could save 15% or more on car insurance. Visit Geico.com Old Spice = A new line of products for down below. Visit Walmart.com/oldspicebelowdeck Visa = Shop Local with Visa to help support your community. https://usa.visa.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich starts the hour breaking down the Dodgers facing elimination at the hands of the Braves, and the Astros dramatic walk-off win against the Rays, and which would be the most attractive World Series matchup (4:06). Rich then dives deep into Le’Veon Bell’s signing with the Chiefs and why it could but the Jets in the butt sooner than later (13:35). Hall of Fame QB Brett Favre calls the show to discuss Aaron Rodgers, Drew Brees, Tom Brady, why he’s impressed with this year’s crop of rookie quarterbacks, why he’s fully endorsing CBC for pain management, and you won’t believe what his dad blurted out that time he met Kevin Costner (23:16). Thank you to today's sponsors: Geico = In just 15 minutes you could save 15% or more on car insurance. Visit Geico.com Old Spice = A new line of products for down below. Visit Walmart.com/oldspicebelowdeck Visa = Shop Local with Visa to help support your community. https://usa.visa.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dodgers announcer and 1988 World Series MVP Orel Hershiser and Rich discuss the Dodgers NLCS Game 3 demolition of the Braves, revisit Kirk Gibson’s dramatic walk-off World Series HR vs the A’s on this day 32 years ago, and how professional poker compares to pitching in the big leagues (2:22). Alfonso Ribeiro and Rich discuss the new season of America’s Funniest Home Videos and his 14,000 mile journey across America in his 41-foot RV since June (23:00). Former Jets QB Mark Sanchez calls the show to reveal what it was like as a contestant on The Masked Singer, if there’s any hope for Sam Darnold in New York, (37:45). Thank you to today's sponsors: Geico = In just 15 minutes you could save 15% or more on car insurance. Visit Geico.com Old Spice = A new line of products for down below. Visit Walmart.com/oldspicebelowdeck Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Former NBA and WNBA championship-winning coach Paul Westhead and Rich discuss his new book about his life in basketball and the innovations he brought to the game and how the modern NBA compares to his up-tempo style he brought to the Lakers in the early 80’s. The former LMU coach also reflects back on the on-court death of Hank Gathers(4:40). Rich and the guys debate if Giannis Antetokounmpo should stick with the Bucks or move on to see an NBA title with Rich saying why the Heat shouldn’t blow up their roster to land the 2-time league MVP (30:47). Chris Brockman runs through the latest news from the world of sports including a positive covid test for a Falcons coach, an update on Dak Prescott’s post-surgery mood, Cam Newton’s status, Nick Saban’s positive Covid-19 test, and when we can expect to see Conor McGregor back in the octagon (42:42). Thank you to today's sponsors: Old Spice = A new line of products for down below. Visit Walmart.com/oldspicebelowdeck Visa = Shop Local with Visa to help support your community. https://usa.visa.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off the hour discussion why the Dolphins make a lot of sense for free agent RB Le’Veon Bell, and recaps the Dodgers record-setting night agains the Braves in the NLCS (2:54). Rich and the guys discuss the fresh news that Houston Rockets GM Daryl Morey is stepping down along with the reasons and ramifications (21:19). Hall of Fame running back Marshall Faulk and Rich discuss why the Chiefs are the right team for Le’Veon Bell to sign with, what the Dak Prescott injury means for the future of the NFL’s ‘Franchise Player’ tag, if Andy Dalton can lead the Cowboys deep into the playoffs, how the Saints are handling the Michael Thomas turmoil and Drew Brees’ diminished arm strength, and his reaction to Derrick Henry’s epic stiff arm of Josh Norman (34:15). Thank you to today's sponsor: Microsoft Teams = Now there are more ways to be a Team. Learn more at Microsoft.com/teams Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Actor Dylan O’Brien and Rich discuss his new movie ‘Love and Monsters,’ his long-suffering Jets fandom, and why he was all business when throwing out the first pitch at a Mets game (2:20). Steelers running back James Conner joins the show to discuss Pittsburgh’s 4-0 start and dealing with the NFL’s schedule re-shuffling, Ben Roethlisberger’s return to form, and his favorite nickname for rookie WR Chase Claypool (23:07). Actor/Outspoken Lakers Fan O’Shea Jackson Jr. calls the show to gloat over L.A.’s latest NBA title(40:55). Thank you to today's sponsors: Geico = In just 15 minutes you could save 15% or more on car insurance. Visit Geico.com Old Spice = A new line of products for down below. Visit Walmart.com/oldspicebelowdeck Visa = Shop Local with Visa to help support your community. https://usa.visa.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Athletic’s New Orleans columnist Jeff Duncan and Rich discuss what’s going on behind the scenes with talented-but-difficult Saints WR Michael Thomas that lead to his benching for the Chargers game, and what he must do to return to the team’s good graces (2:12). Good Morning Football co-host Kyle Brandt and Rich talk Le’Veon Bell’s possible landing spots, his reaction to Derrick Henry’s EPIC stiff-arm of Josh Norman, the inside stories about ‘The Shawshank Redemption’ from Tim Robbins, and his reflections on the anniversary of the Cubs’ Steve Bartman incident (23:20). Rich wraps up the hour celebrating the awesomeness of Quentin Tarantino’s ‘Pulp Fiction’ on the anniversary of the film’s release on this date in 1994 (46:43). Thank you to today's sponsor: Microsoft Teams = Now there are more ways to be a Team. Learn more at Microsoft.com/teams Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off the hour recapping the unprecedented circumstances surrounding the Titans drubbing of the Bills on a rare Tuesday night NFL game (1:18). Another week, another Rich Eisen Jets rant, this one in response to the team’s release of disgruntled running back Le’Veon Bell and what it says about the state of the organization as a whole (21:38). Rich and Chris Brockman run through the latest news from the world of sports including NFL injuries and Rich’s reaction to the University of Florida pressing pause on their football season amid Covid-19 outbreak on the team (43:48). Thank you to today's sponsors: BetOnline = Visit betonline.ag and use promo code "podcastone" to receive a 50% off welcome bonus. Geico = In just 15 minutes you could save 15% or more on car insurance. Visit Geico.com Old Spice = A new line of products for down below. Visit Walmart.com/oldspicebelowdeck Visa = Shop Local with Visa to help support your community. https://usa.visa.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
ESPN’s Jeremy Schaap dials in with his choice for most bizarre sports scandal discussion (weighing in on a Modern Pentathlon scandal) and his reflections on the late Mets legend Tom Seaver (3:32). All Elite Wrestling’s Cody Rhodes dials into the show to discuss AEW’s one-year anniversary, which wrestlers he’d choose for a super team, and how Rich would fare as a tag team partner with Pat McAfee (20:55). The guys wrap up the hour with an in-depth discussion on what’s going in inside the Saints’ locker room with the talented but reportedly difficult WR Michael Thomas, and some possible destinations if the Jets trade RB Le’Veon Bell (38:46). Thank you to today's sponsor: Microsoft Teams = Now there are more ways to be a Team. Learn more at Microsoft.com/teams Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich offers up his ‘4 Downs’ segment with his top 4 NFL storylines including takes on Ben Roethlisberger, the league’s best QB/WR tandem, the overlooked Rams, and why the Jets should set Sam Darnold free.(8:38). Rookie WR Chase Claypool dials into the show to talk about his rise from unknown Canadian player, to star at Notre Dame, to setting records for the Pittsburgh Steelers, why he wears #11, why he knew nothing about Notre Dame growing up in Canada, (21:10). Dodgers 3B Justin Turner and Rich discuss Clayton Kershaw’s back injury that caused him to be scratched from his NLCS Game 2 start, why he’d love to be considered the Julian Edelman of baseball, and why he’s happy to have another ginger on the team in Dustin May (40:14). Thank you to today's sponsors: BetOnline = Visit betonline.ag and use promo code "podcastone" to receive a 50% off welcome bonus. Geico = In just 15 minutes you could save 15% or more on car insurance. Visit Geico.com Old Spice = A new line of products for down below. Visit Walmart.com/oldspicebelowdeck Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off the hour recapping the Saints comeback win over the Chargers on Monday Night Football, saying the rumors of Drew Brees’ demise have been greatly exaggerated, and why the Chargers are set at QB for the next decade (2:01). Good Morning Football’s Peter Schrager and Rich talk Drew Brees, Michael Thomas’ locker room trouble, if the Panthers are for real, how much longer Adam Gase will remain the Jets head coach, the Bill’s chances to dethrone the Chiefs in the AFC, how Steelers WR Chase Claypool went from unknown Canadian player to starring at Notre Dame, and if the Packers or Seahawks are the class of the NFC (22:21). The guys wrap up the hour discussing the most bizarre sports scandals including the Tonya Harding-Nancy Kerrigan affair, Lance Armstrong, the Astros trash can scandal, and Rosie Ruiz’s infamous Boston Marathon, along with their own experiences in cheating (46:37). Thank you to today's sponsor: Microsoft Teams = Now there are more ways to be a Team. Learn more at Microsoft.com/teams Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Raiders, Steelers, Texans, Browns, and a possible pause to the NFL Season (4:14). Rich also weighs in on if LeBron can catch up to Michael Jordan with 6 NBA titles (12:43). Seahawks wide receiver David Moore and Rich discuss his journey from 7th round draft pick to key contributor for Seattle, how calm Russell Wilson was during their game-winning drive against the Vikings, and why even he is awestruck by the physicality of fellow wideout DK Metcalf (23:24). Rich and Brockman wrap up the hour with the latest NFL injury and coaching updates, and a surprise move by the Chicago White Sox (45:32). Thank you to today's sponsors: BetOnline = Visit betonline.ag and use promo code "podcastone" to receive a 50% off welcome bonus. Geico = In just 15 minutes you could save 15% or more on car insurance. Visit Geico.com Old Spice = A new line of products for down below. Visit Walmart.com/oldspicebelowdeck Visa = Shop Local with Visa to help support your community. https://usa.visa.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Panthers head coach Matt Rhule and Rich discuss what Teddy Bridgewater brings to the Carolina locker room, the timeline for the return of running back Christian McCaffrey, and how the former Baylor coach is adjusting to his first year as an NFL head coach (2:07). Rich recaps the ALCS Game 1 and reminisces about the Mariano Rivera-era Yankees (19:55). Rich also launches into an in-depth take on why there’s so much hand-wringing about the safety of the NFL’s return to play, but the same standards don’t seem to apply to the world of college football (33:29). Thank you to today's sponsors: BetOnline = Visit betonline.ag and use promo code "podcastone" to receive a 50% off welcome bonus. Old Spice = A new line of products for down below. Visit Walmart.com/oldspicebelowdeck Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich begins the hour weighing in on LeBron James’ greatness in the wake of the Lakers ending their 10-year title drought (1:49), recaps the Seahawks’ thrilling comeback win over the Vikings on Sunday night, (8:22) and weighs in on the devastating season-ending ankle injury to Cowboys QB Dak Prescott (13:04). Pro Football Talk’s Mike Florio dials in to discuss the impact of Dak Prescott’s injury on his future contract prospects and if he might actually play for another team when he returns, what the Falcons do after firing their coach and GM, and if the NFL could possibly add a Week 18 due to the impact of the Coronavirus threat (23:44). Rich wraps up the hour breaking down the Raiders big Week 5 upset of the defending champion Chiefs (48:08). Thank you to today's sponsors: Amazon Prime = Watch Thursday Night Football Live on Prime Video. Visit https://www.amazon.com/amazonprime BetOnline = Visit betonline.ag and use promo code "podcastone" to receive a 50% off welcome bonus. Geico = In just 15 minutes you could save 15% or more on car insurance. Visit Geico.com Old Spice = A new line of products for down below. Visit Walmart.com/oldspicebelowdeck Visa = Shop Local with Visa to help support your community. https://usa.visa.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich and Brockman update the latest on the NFL injury front including news on Lamar Jackson, Terry McLaurin and bad news for the Cowboys offensive line (5:28). Good Morning Football co-host Nate Burleson joins the show to discuss Tom Brady’s inconsistency with the Bucs so far, why the Seahawks are the best team in the NFC, and which teams have the best chance to unseat the Chiefs in the AFC (21:11). The guys wrap up the hour previewing the NFL’s Week 5 including Rich’s 3 ‘Under the Radar Games’ and his ‘Unlockiest Lock of the Week,’ and Chris Brockman’s ‘Sneaky Good Games’ (44:43). Thank you to today's sponsors: BetOnline = Visit betonline.ag and use promo code "podcastone" to receive a 50% off welcome bonus. Geico = In just 15 minutes you could save 15% or more on car insurance. Visit Geico.com Old Spice = A new line of products for down below. Visit Walmart.com/oldspicebelowdeck Visa = Shop Local with Visa to help support your community. https://usa.visa.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Chris Brockman kicks off the hour starting a discussion on whether Rob Gronkowski is regretting his decision to come out of retirement, and Rich has an “I Told You So” reaction to the Chargers naming Justin Herbert their starting QB (2:05). Tampa Times Buccaneers Insider Rick Stroud dials into the show to break down Tom Brady’s brain fart at the end of Tampa’s Thursday night loss to the Chicago Bears and if the 6-time Super Bowl champion will ever be able to change the culture in Tampa (20:58). The guys wrap up the hour with their Higher Register Tepid Takes on the AFC North, Dodgers, and Rob Gronkowski (49:51). Thank you to today's sponsors: Geico = In just 15 minutes you could save 15% or more on car insurance. Visit Geico.com NFL Gamepass = Where football never stops. Visit NFL.com/Gamepass to start your free trial today. Old Spice = A new line of products for down below. Visit Walmart.com/oldspicebelowdeck Visa = Shop Local with Visa to help support your community. https://usa.visa.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich starts the hour recapping the Bears’ Thursday night win over the Buccaneers, including Tom Brady’s head-scratching senior moment at the end of the game that possibly cost Tampa a win (3:46). Rich and Brockman recap the Dodgers elimination of the Padres, explain why L.A.’s Justin Turner is the Julian Edelman of Major League Baseball, and preview the Yankees vs Rays ALDS elimination game tonight (21:41). NFL Network reporter Tom Pelissero dials into the show to discuss the latest Covid-19 positive tests that are threatening to disrupt the NFL season including news on the Patriots, Jets, and Titans (40:59). Thank you to today's sponsors: BetOnline = Visit betonline.ag and use promo code "podcastone" to receive a 50% off welcome bonus. Geico = In just 15 minutes you could save 15% or more on car insurance. Visit Geico.com NFL Gamepass = Where football never stops. Visit NFL.com/Gamepass to start your free trial today. Old Spice = A new line of products for down below. Visit Walmart.com/oldspicebelowdeck Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Chris Brockman opens the hour with his 16th rant on the Red Sox trading Mookie Betts to the Dodgers(4:51). The guys update the latest on the NFL injury front including news on Lamar Jackson, DeAndre Hopkins and Le’Veon Bell, then get into a heated debate on how to steer their kids’ rooting interests when the parents have differing views (9:56). Grammy-winner Jon Bon Jovi calls in to discuss his new ‘2020’ album, and reveals he’s a good friend of Patriots head coach Bill Belichick going back to the coach’s days as a Giants assistant, and reflects on the passing of Rock legend Eddie Van Halen (21:22). Thank you to today's sponsors: BetOnline = Visit betonline.ag and use promo code "podcastone" to receive a 50% off welcome bonus. Netsuite = The world's number one cloud business system. Schedule your free product tour at Netsuite.com/Rich Old Spice = A new line of products for down below. Visit Walmart.com/oldspicebelowdeck Visa = Shop Local with Visa to help support your community. https://usa.visa.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich previews the many coaching storylines in Thursday night’s Buccaneers vs Bears game (4:33). Yankees play-by-play announcer Michael Kay dials in to discuss the Pinstripes’ season on the brink agains the Rays, if the Jets should move on from Sam Darnold if Trevor Lawrence is available to them in next year’s draft, and shares a story about meeting Jon Bon Jovi (22:00). The NFL’s Chief Medical Officer Dr. Allen Sills calls in to break down what happened with the Tennessee Titans surrounding their multiple positive Covid-19 tests, and how the NFL goes about determining if a game should be played or postponed, and if the NFL would consider going to a bubble or stopping down for a few weeks (40:04). Thank you to today's sponsors: BetOnline = Visit betonline.ag and use promo code "podcastone" to receive a 50% off welcome bonus. Geico = In just 15 minutes you could save 15% or more on car insurance. Visit Geico.com NFL Gamepass = Where football never stops. Visit NFL.com/Gamepass to start your free trial today. Old Spice = A new line of products for down below. Visit Walmart.com/oldspicebelowdeck Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich starts the hour recapping the epic, fireworks-filled NLDS Game 2 between the Dodgers and Padres (4:29). The MMQB’s Albert Breer joins the show to discuss the Titans rash of Covid-19 positive tests, if the team broke NFL protocol rules and if forfeiting games could be a possibility if so. SI’s NFL Insider and Rich also discuss if Breer, an Ohio State alum, can still claim Joe Burrow as one of his own (23:27). The guys wrap up the hour with Del Tufo dabbling in the truth by telling a story about the time he bested Whitney Houston in a talent contest back in high school (46:33). Thank you to today's sponsors: BetOnline = Visit betonline.ag and use promo code "podcastone" to receive a 50% off welcome bonus. Geico = In just 15 minutes you could save 15% or more on car insurance. Visit Geico.com NFL Gamepass = Where football never stops. Visit NFL.com/Gamepass to start your free trial today. Old Spice = A new line of products for down below. Visit Walmart.com/oldspicebelowdeck Visa = Shop Local with Visa to help support your community. https://usa.visa.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich begins the hour reacting to the governor of Florida giving the Dolphins permission to allow 65,000 fans into their stadium despite the ongoing Covid-19 threat (3:38), then does a deep dive into whether the Washington Football Team gave Dwayne Haskins a fair shot before demoting him form starting QB all the way down to 3rd string (1:00). Actor Jai Courtney dials in to discuss his role in the new Liam Neeson movie ‘Honest Thief’ and says why you might want to drop by his house on UFC fight nights if you’re hungry (21:51). The guys wrap up the hour discussing which athlete would make the best Bond film villain, and a preview of today’s MLB playoff games (42:21). Thank you to today's sponsors: BetOnline = Visit betonline.ag and use promo code "podcastone" to receive a 50% off welcome bonus. Geico = In just 15 minutes you could save 15% or more on car insurance. Visit Geico.com NFL Gamepass = Where football never stops. Visit NFL.com/Gamepass to start your free trial today. Old Spice = A new line of products for down below. Visit Walmart.com/oldspicebelowdeck Visa = Shop Local with Visa to help support your community. https://usa.visa.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Former NFL quarterback Carson Wentz joins the show to talk about reuniting with his former diva WR Chad Ochocinco after 15 years, the impressive start to Joe Burrow’s career with the Bengals, why the Jets are failing Sam Darnold, and why “the sky’s the limit” for Tom Brady and the Buccaneers (3:33). Good Morning Football’s Kyle Brandt calls in to talk about the Bears shaky QB depth chart, why Tom Brady might have revenge on his mind when facing Nick Foles this week, and if he’s ever been nervous about doing a big interview (2623). Rich wraps up the hour with more news on Bill O’Brien’s firing in Houston and the roll an argument with J.J. Watt played in his departure from the team, and if Dabo Swinney could be lured away from Clemson to coach Deshaun Watson again (48:39). Thank you to today's sponsors: BetOnline = Visit betonline.ag and use promo code "podcastone" to receive a 50% off welcome bonus. Old Spice = A new line of products for down below. Visit Walmart.com/oldspicebelowdeck Visa = Shop Local with Visa to help support your community. https://usa.visa.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off the hour discussing the news of even more positive Covid-19 tests in the NFL and how that could impact the league’s 2020 season (4:36). Rich then breaks down the NBA Finals Game 4 win by the Lakers, and reflects on LeBron James all-but-assured coronation as NBA champion again (9:45). Vikings running back Dalvin Cook dials into the show to talk about his hot start on the stat sheet but the Vikes slow start in the standings, how he reacted to the rash of positive Covid-19 tests by the Titans after their game, and why there’s still hope for 1-3 Minnesota (22:29). Rich wraps up the hour with an EPIC rant wondering if the Yankees made the right decision to start a reliever in their Game 2 ADLS loss to the Rays (49:44). Thank you to today's sponsors: BetOnline = Visit betonline.ag and use promo code "podcastone" to receive a 50% off welcome bonus. Netsuite = The world's number one cloud business system. Schedule your free product tour at Netsuite.com/Rich NFL Gamepass = Where football never stops. Visit NFL.com/Gamepass to start your free trial today. Old Spice = A new line of products for down below. Visit Walmart.com/oldspicebelowdeck Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Soccer Hall of Famer and 2-time Olympic gold medalist Abby Wambach dials in to talk about the new young reader’s edition of her ‘Wolfpack’ book and why its message rings true now more than ever, and what the long-term mental health impact could be for youth sports (2:37). Chris Brockman updates the growing list of prominent NFL injuries including news on Sam Darnold, Mike Evans, OJ Howard and others (21:10) then preview Game 4 between the Lakers and Heat and explain why Miami’s Jimmy Butler is akin to Curb Your Enthusiasm’s Latte Larry (29:44). Thank you to today's sponsors: Amazon Prime = Watch Thursday Night Football Live on Prime Video. Visit https://www.amazon.com/amazonprime BetOnline = Visit betonline.ag and use promo code "podcastone" to receive a 50% off welcome bonus. NFL Gamepass = Where football never stops. Visit NFL.com/Gamepass to start your free trial today. Geico = In just 15 minutes you could save 15% or more on car insurance. Visit Geico.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bills CB Josh Norman dials in to discuss his impactful debut for Buffalo, how impressed he is by MVP-candidate Josh Allen and how the young QB compares to an MVP-caliber Cam Newton, and gives a MUST HEAR reaction to Odell Beckham Jr’s big Week 4 game (1:20). Packers RB Aaron Jones joins the show to discuss Green Bay’s impressive 4-0 start, how Aaron Rodgers line-of-scrimmage hard count even fools him, and what the NFL’s Covid-19 protocols will be like during the team’s bye week, (32:27). Rich wraps up the hour debating Brockman if he was in the wrong when appropriating the Padres’ “Slam Diego” nickname when referencing the Yankees (45:52). Thank you to today's sponsors: Amazon Prime = Watch Thursday Night Football Live on Prime Video. Visit https://www.amazon.com/amazonprime BetOnline = Visit betonline.ag and use promo code "podcastone" to receive a 50% off welcome bonus. NFL Gamepass = Where football never stops. Visit NFL.com/Gamepass to start your free trial today. Old Spice = A new line of products for down below. Visit Walmart.com/oldspicebelowdeck Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks of the show recapping the Monday night NFL double-header of Packers-Falcons and Chiefs-Patriots (2:04). Rich also weighs in on the Texans’ “shocking’ firing of head coach/GM Bill O’Brien, and offers his insight into the NFL’s 4 hottest storylines in his weekly ‘4 Downs’ segment including takes on the Bills’ title chances, the Chargers’ QB situation, Odell Beckham Jr’s resurgence, and the woeful NFC East (22:15). Houston Chronicle columnist John McClain joins the show to discuss the Texans firing head coach/GM Bill O’Brien, the Astros World Series chances, and who could be the next coach of the Rockets (43:13). Thank you to today's sponsors: Amazon Prime = Watch Thursday Night Football Live on Prime Video. Visit https://www.amazon.com/amazonprime BetOnline = Visit betonline.ag and use promo code "podcastone" to receive a 50% off welcome bonus. Geico = In just 15 minutes you could save 15% or more on car insurance. Visit Geico.com NFL Gamepass = Where football never stops. Visit NFL.com/Gamepass to start your free trial today. Old Spice = A new line of products for down below. Visit Walmart.com/oldspicebelowdeck Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich starts the hour discussing of Texans QB Deshaun Watson deserves better than head coach Bill O’Brien, then Chris Brockman updates the latest NFL injuries coming out of Week 4 (2:06). ESPN’s Stephen A. Smith joins the show with his reaction to the Browns putting up 49 points on the Dallas Cowboys and his ABSOLUTE hatred of Cowboys fans, and LeBron James’ and the Lakers game 3 loss to the Heat in the NBA Finals (22:05 ). The guys wrap up the hour discussing which of their fanbases are the most annoying/obnoxious, and one last take on the Cowboys after a caller says he’d rather see Andy Dalton starting over Dak Prescott (46:27). Thank you to today's sponsors: BetOnline = Visit betonline.ag and use promo code "podcastone" to receive a 50% off welcome bonus. NFL Gamepass = Where football never stops. Visit NFL.com/Gamepass to start your free trial today. Geico = In just 15 minutes you could save 15% or more on car insurance. Visit Geico.com Old Spice = A new line of products for down below. Visit Walmart.com/oldspicebelowdeck Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich opens the hour with his Overreaction Monday segment with hot topics that include Nick Foles and the Bears, Matt Patricia’s hot seat, the Browns’ playoff chances, the Cowboys’ stumbling start, the Bills’ Super Bowl hopes, and the Drew Brees arm strength referendum (9:28). ‘Late Night’ host Seth Meyers calls into the show to discuss his upcoming NBC special ‘Closer Look Thursday’ that will recap the Kamala Harris/Mike Pence vice presidential debate, his beloved Pittsburgh Steelers, and how he made some unfortunate history on his high school football team (23:01). Rich wraps up the hour with a look at the past weekend in College Football, and a breakdown of the Rams vs Giants, and Ravens vs the Washington Football Team (40:58). Thank you to today's sponsors: BetOnline = Visit betonline.ag and use promo code "podcastone" to receive a 50% off welcome bonus. NFL Gamepass = Where football never stops. Visit NFL.com/Gamepass to start your free trial today. Old Spice = A new line of products for down below. Visit Walmart.com/oldspicebelowdeck Visa = Shop Local with Visa to help support your community. https://usa.visa.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off the hour with an EPIC recap of the Cowboys latest head-scratching loss (2:22). NBC Sports’ Peter King dials in to break down Sunday’s NFL Week 4 action including the Cowboys embarrassing defense, the Browns improving to 3-1, the Bears falling from the ranks of the unbeaten, Joe Burrow and Justin Herbert’s impressive starts to their careers, which hot seat coaches should be worried most, and a deep dive into how the Covid-19 pandemic could threaten the entire NFL season (22:41. Thank you to today's sponsors: BetOnline = Visit betonline.ag and use promo code "podcastone" to receive a 50% off welcome bonus. Geico = In just 15 minutes you could save 15% or more on car insurance. Visit Geico.com NFL Gamepass = Where football never stops. Visit NFL.com/Gamepass to start your free trial today. Old Spice = A new line of products for down below. Visit Walmart.com/oldspicebelowdeck Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
NBC Sports’ Eddie Olczyk calls in to break down the Tampa Bay Lightning’s Stanley Cup title and how well the NHL handled its return during the Covid-19 crisis, and also handicaps the field at the 2020 Preakness (2:04). Rich wishes all Red Sox fans a ‘Happy Bucky Dent Day’ (12:36). Chris Brockman runs through the latest NFL injury news, and reaction to Kyrie Irving’s latest controversial comments (30:05). The hour wraps up with Brockman’s ‘Sneaky Good Games’ for NFL Week 4, and Rich’s top three under-the-radar games, and his ‘Unlockiest Lock of the Week’ pick (47:33). Thank you to today's sponsors: NFL Gamepass = Where football never stops. Visit NFL.com/Gamepass to start your free trial today. Geico = In just 15 minutes you could save 15% or more on car insurance. Visit Geico.com Old Spice = A new line of products for down below. Visit Walmart.com/oldspicebelowdeck Visa = Shop Local with Visa to help support your community. https://usa.visa.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
VSiN Managing Editor Brent Musburger joins the show to talk Raiders vs Bills, Drew Brees fading arm strength, and why Russell Wilson was one of the top 3 college QB’s he ever saw in person (2:06). NFL Network analyst and Super Bowl-winning head coach Brian Billick dials in to discuss why it’s so hard for teams to identify the next great NFL QB, why Baker Mayfield’s development has stalled, what Cam Newton has brought to the Patriots offense, and if he’d rather have Joe Burrow or Clemson QB Trevor Lawrence (24:29). Rich and the guys wrap up the hour with their Higher Register Tepid Takes on the Lakers vs Heat, the Bears QB situation, and the Dodgers World Series chances (49:53). Thank you to today's sponsors: BetOnline = Visit betonline.ag and use promo code "podcastone" to receive a 50% off welcome bonus. NFL Gamepass = Where football never stops. Visit NFL.com/Gamepass to start your free trial today. Old Spice = A new line of products for down below. Visit Walmart.com/oldspicebelowdeck Visa = Shop Local with Visa to help support your community. https://usa.visa.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks of the show with his latest Jets lament after dropping to 0-4…and this rant is an all-timer (6:05). NFL Network Analyst Daniel Jeremiah dials in to talk , and geeks out over this Padres’ dramatic comeback win over the Cardinals in their Wildcard Series game 2, and Fernando Tatis Jr’s epic bat flip skills, and talks Sam Darnold, Carson Wentz, and Justin Herbert (23:06). Thank you to today's sponsors: BetOnline = Visit betonline.ag and use promo code "podcastone" to receive a 50% off welcome bonus. NFL Gamepass = Where football never stops. Visit NFL.com/Gamepass to start your free trial today. Old Spice = A new line of products for down below. Visit Walmart.com/oldspicebelowdeck Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich and Chris Brockman run through the latest NFL injury news including reports on DeAndre Hopkins, Chris Carson, Leonard Fournette, Julio Jones and others (7:51). 49ers GM John Lynch joins the show to discuss the rash if injuries that have beset his team, and their mindset moving forward (18:12). Rich wraps up the hour with an in-depth take on Kirk Cousins and the Vikings, and gives his predictions for the Jets vs Broncos on Thursday Night Football (42:36). Thank you to today's sponsors: BetOnline = Visit betonline.ag and use promo code "podcastone" to receive a 50% off welcome bonus. NFL Gamepass = Where football never stops. Visit NFL.com/Gamepass to start your free trial today. Old Spice = A new line of products for down below. Visit Walmart.com/oldspicebelowdeck Visa = Shop Local with Visa to help support your community. https://usa.visa.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Author Jeff Pearlman dials in to discuss his new behind-the-scenes book about the Kobe-Shaq-Phil Jackson Lakers, and reveals his next book will cover the Bo Jackson legend (3:11). ESPN’s Rachel Nichols dials in from the NBA bubble in Orlando to break down Game 1 of the Lakers-Heat finals, and explains why Kyrie Irving just can’t stop putting his foot in his mouth (22:28). Thank you to today's sponsors: BetOnline = Visit betonline.ag and use promo code "podcastone" to receive a 50% off welcome bonus. Geico = Visit Geico.com. In just 15 minutes you could save 15% or more on car insurance. Old Spice = A new line of products for down below. Visit Walmart.com/oldspicebelowdeck Visa = Shop Local with Visa to help support your community. https://usa.visa.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich starts the hour breaking down the Lakers’ dominant win over the Heat in Game 1 of the NBA Finals, and recaps a wild (and) long day in the MLB Playoffs, especially for the Yankees (6:32). NFL Films analyst Greg Cosell dials in to break down the the quarterback play of Sam Darnold, Lamar Jackson, Carson Wentz, and Drew Brees, and says why the Seahawks have a major problem that could derail their Super Bowl hopes (23:25). The guys wrap up the hour discussing their love of the Goodyear Blimp, and the current state of New York sports teams (47:52). Thank you to today's sponsors: BetOnline = Visit betonline.ag and use promo code "podcastone" to receive a 50% off welcome bonus. NFL Gamepass = Where football never stops. Visit NFL.com/Gamepass to start your free trial today. Old Spice = A new line of products for down below. Visit Walmart.com/oldspicebelowdeck Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Former Mets All-Star third baseman David Wright calls in to discuss his new memoir, his most memorable MLB moments, whether he plans on returning to the organization, and why he was terrible at managing his kid’s t-ball team (2:45). Comedian Nate Bargatze joins the show to talk about The Nateland Podcast, his love of the Titans and Vanderbilt, and why the Broncos did Jay Cutler wrong, and why supermarkets make for a surprisingly in-depth conversation topic (27:11). Thank you to today's sponsors: BetOnline = Visit betonline.ag and use promo code "podcastone" to receive a 50% off welcome bonus. NFL Gamepass = Where football never stops. Visit NFL.com/Gamepass to start your free trial today. Visa = Shop Local with Visa to help support your community. https://usa.visa.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Stanford head coach David Show dials into the show to discuss why the Pac-12 reverses its decision on playing football this fall, reacts to the record-setting SEC debut of his former QB at Mississippi State, why Justin Herbert could be a star in the NFL, and how the Jets can fix Sam Darnold (2:07). Good Morning Football’s Kyle Brandt joins the show to discuss the Bears benching Mitchell Trubisky for Nick Foles, a possible Cam Newton vs Tom Brady Super Bowl, his reaction to the first Presidential Debate, and much more! (23:51). Thank you to today's sponsors: BetOnline = Visit betonline.ag and use promo code "podcastone" to receive a 50% off welcome bonus. Geico = Visit Geico.com. In just 15 minutes you could save 15% or more on car insurance. Old Spice = A new line of products for down below. Visit Walmart.com/oldspicebelowdeck Visa = Shop Local with Visa to help support your community. https://usa.visa.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off the hour previewing Game 1 of the Lakers vs Heat NBA finals and the guys discuss what another title would mean in the LeBron vs Michael Jordan as NBA GOAT debate (4:15). CBS Sports’ NFL Insider Jason La Canfora dials in to discuss what impact of the Titans-Steelers game will have on the rest of the NFL, the limitations of the Ravens’ offense, and which NFL coaches are sweating the most on their getting-hotter-hot-seats (24:39). The guys wrap up the hour honoring the anniversary of Cheers’ premiere by debating which TV show thrived most after replacing a main character (48:40). Thank you to today's sponsors: BetOnline = Visit betonline.ag and use promo code "podcastone" to receive a 50% off welcome bonus. NFL Gamepass = Where football never stops. Visit NFL.com/Gamepass to start your free trial today. Old Spice = A new line of products for down below. Visit Walmart.com/oldspicebelowdeck Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich and the guys kick off the hour debating who, if anyone, is poised to knock the Chiefs of the top of their AFC perch, and break down the latest news & notes from the world of sports (4:25). Astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson dials in to discuss the new season of FOX’s ‘Cosmos,’ how sports has brought people together during the covid crisis, his advice for Kyrie Irving and the rest of the flat-earthers out there, exonerates Tom Brady for Deflategate, and officially renames the Dolan Wormhole to “the Dolan Blackhole” (22:07). Rich wraps up the hour explaining why the Jets have some competition in the tanking for Clemson QB Trevor Lawrence (46:34p). Thank you to today's sponsors: BetOnline = Visit betonline.ag and use promo code "podcastone" to receive a 50% off welcome bonus. NFL Gamepass = Where football never stops. Visit NFL.com/Gamepass to start your free trial today. Old Spice = A new line of products for down below. Visit Walmart.com/oldspicebelowdeck Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Seahawk’s WR Tyler Lockett joins the show and reacts to Titans players’ positive Covid-19 tests, Russell Wilson’s record-setting start to the season, (3:24). Emmy-winning actress & host Jane Lynch calls in to talk about the reboot of NBC’s ‘The Weakest Link,’ and Rich geeks out over her early-career appearance in the Harrison Ford classic “The Fugitive.’ (22:02). Rich wraps up the hour with his weekly “4 Downs” segment with his takes on the Lions, Browns, Gronk, and why the Jets should tank for Clemson QB Trevor Lawrence (46:43). Thank you to today's sponsors: BetOnline = Visit betonline.ag and use promo code "podcastone" to receive a 50% off welcome bonus. Geico = Visit Geico.com. In just 15 minutes you could save 15% or more on car insurance. Old Spice = A new line of products for down below. Visit Walmart.com/oldspicebelowdeck Visa = Shop Local with Visa to help support your community. https://usa.visa.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich begins the hour reacting to the news that three Tennessee Titans players have tested positive for Covid-19, and recapping Patrick Mahomes’ and the Chiefs’ dominating win over Lamar Jackson and the Ravens(1:23). The guys discuss if the Clippers firing of head coach Doc Rivers was justified, and who their next coach could be (26:47). Saints DE Cam Jordan dials in to discuss the Titans players’ positive Covid-19 tests, reaction to those who say Drew Brees’ skills have steeply declined, and touts his new podcast with Ravens RB Mark Ingram (42:57). Thank you to today's sponsors: BetOnline = Visit betonline.ag and use promo code "podcastone" to receive a 50% off welcome bonus. NFL Gamepass = Where football never stops. Visit NFL.com/Gamepass to start your free trial today. Old Spice = A new line of products for down below. Visit Walmart.com/oldspicebelowdeck Visa = Shop Local with Visa to help support your community. https://usa.visa.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich and the guys debate the Cowboys Super Bowl odds after a 1-2 start, and TJ Jefferson tries to make a gigantic backpedal…(2:43). Brockman updates the latest in a long list of NFL injuries coming out of Week 3, and the latest on the starting status of Washington QB Dwayne Haskins (15:25). NFL Network’s Michael Irvin dials in to promote his new podcast and talk NFL Week 3 including the Cowboys loss to the Seahawks, the Bears bench Mitchell Trubisky, Carson Wentz’s struggles in Philly, Drew Brees, Aaron Rodgers and more more (22:32). Thank you to today's sponsors: BetOnline = Visit betonline.ag and use promo code "podcastone" to receive a 50% off welcome bonus. Geico = Visit Geico.com. In just 15 minutes you could save 15% or more on car insurance. NFL Gamepass = Where football never stops. Visit NFL.com/Gamepass to start your free trial today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off the hour breaking down an exciting weekend in college football (3:05) then previews the top storylines for the Lakers-Heat NBA Finals (10:28). In his weekly ‘Overreaction Monday’ segment Rich touches on which NFL coaches have the hottest hot seats, Nick Chubb, Drew Brees, the Giants and more (33:24). Rich wraps up the hour previewing MLB’s first round playoffs matchups, and breaking down the Astros “curious” offensive drop off since their tainted 2017 World Series season. (44:27). Thank you to today's sponsors: BetOnline = Visit betonline.ag and use promo code "podcastone" to receive a 50% off welcome bonus. Geico = Visit Geico.com. In just 15 minutes you could save 15% or more on car insurance. Visa = Shop Local with Visa to help support your community. https://usa.visa.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich kicks off the hour breaking down the top storylines coming out of the NFL’s Week 3 games including the Saints-Packers Sunday night slugfest, the Seahawks big win over the Cowboys, and the Falcons latest cringeworthy collapse (1:42). Rich dives deeper into Nick Foles replacing Mitchell Trubisky, and wonders how much better the Bears would be if they’d signed Cam Newton (24:52). Rich wraps up the hour with his latest Jets lament after their blowout loss in Week 3(41:36). Thank you to today's sponsors: BetOnline = Visit betonline.ag and use promo code "podcastone" to receive a 50% off welcome bonus. NFL Gamepass = Where football never stops. Visit NFL.com/Gamepass to start your free trial today. Visa = Shop Local with Visa to help support your community. https://usa.visa.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich reacts to news that the Pac-12 will have a 7-game football season this fall and what it means for the rest of college football (7:34). Packers QB Aaron Rodgers dials into the show to discuss how different this season has been amid the Covid pandemic, how he’s regained his MVP form, if he has a chip on his shoulder about Green Bay drafting a QB, his reaction to critics who say Drew Brees is done, and more (26:17)! The hour wraps up with Chris Brockman’s ‘Sneaky Good Games,’ and Rich’s ‘Unlockiest Lock of the Week’ segment (48:24). Thank you to today's sponsors: NFL Gamepass = Where football never stops. Visit NFL.com/Gamepass to start your free trial today. Netsuite = The world's number one cloud business system. Schedule your free product tour at Netsuite.com/Rich Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich and Brockman renew their “Is Staten Island Really a Part of New York” argument (2:07). Comedians Desus & Mero join the show to weigh in on the Staten Island debate, commiserate with Rich about their Knicks fandom, and plug their new book about growing up in The Bronx (27:31). The guys finish the hour discussing who’s the NFL’s greatest one-hit-wonder (47:08). Thank you to today's sponsors: BetOnline = Visit betonline.ag and use promo code "podcastone" to receive a 50% off welcome bonus. Geico = Visit Geico.com. In just 15 minutes you could save 15% or more on car insurance. Visa = Shop Local with Visa to help support your community. https://usa.visa.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich and the guys start the hour breaking down the Lakers’ Game 4 win over the Nuggets, and Ryan Fitzpatrick’s latest “Fitzmagic” show on Thursday Night Football (2:48). NFL Network analyst and Hall of Fame QB Kurt Warner dials in to discuss the seemingly ageless Ryan Fitzpatrick, why Carson Wentz continues to struggle, if Drew Brees is washed up, how Aaron Rodgers regained his MVP form, and why he took it upon himself to invent a brand new stat, Game Changing Plays (21:43). Rich wraps up the hour with his three Under the Radar games for NFL Week 3 that nobody is talking about (45:20). Thank you to today's sponsors: BetOnline = Visit betonline.ag and use promo code "podcastone" to receive a 50% off welcome bonus. NFL Gamepass = Where football never stops. Visit NFL.com/Gamepass to start your free trial today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Steelers linebacker Devin Bush dials in with his not-so-great review of the controversial Met Life turf, why Michigan really needs to beat Ohio State in football, and facing Deshaun Watson in Week 3 (4:39). Comedian Colin Quinn joins the show to discuss his new book evaluating all 50 states, getting his start on MTV’s ‘Remote Control,’ and doing SNL’s Weekend Update alongside Bill Murray (20:00). The guys wrap up the hour with a caller who saw Cam Newton in a New England grocery store which leads to them discussing their top celebrity sightings (38:45). Thank you to today's sponsors: BetOnline = Visit betonline.ag and use promo code "podcastone" to receive a 50% off welcome bonus. NFL Gamepass = Where football never stops. Visit NFL.com/Gamepass to start your free trial today. Netsuite = The world's number one cloud business system. Schedule your free product tour at Netsuite.com/Rich Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich and the guys discuss the latest in the NFL including the way-too-soon clamoring about the viability of Saints’ QB Drew Brees, and if all four NFC West teams can make the playoffs (5:49). Seahawks QB Russell Wilson joins the show to talk about his MVP chances, what it’s like to play football during a pandemic and times of social unrest, why the Seahawks offense looks a lot different this season, and more. (19:44). Rich wraps up the hour with the latest bad news from the Jets and how it impacts making a real judgment on the future of Sam Darnold as the team’s franchise QB (49:09). Thank you to today's sponsors: BetOnline = Visit betonline.ag and use promo code "podcastone" to receive a 50% off welcome bonus. Geico = Visit Geico.com. In just 15 minutes you could save 15% or more on car insurance. Visa = Shop Local with Visa to help support your community. https://usa.visa.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich and the guys kick off the hour with a thorough recap of the Heat’s Game 4 win over the Celtics including Tyler Herro’s big night and Jayson Tatum’s forgettable first half (2:52). Titans QB Ryan Tannehill dials in to discuss his career revival in Tennessee, if he has hard feelings for the Dolphins, and why Love Island Australia is he guilty pleasure (20:32). Rich wraps up the hour wondering how the Eagles can get Carson Wentz out of his funk, and if they would possibly turn to rookie QB Jalen Hurts (45:17). Thank you to today's sponsors: BetOnline = Visit betonline.ag and use promo code "podcastone" to receive a 50% off welcome bonus. NFL Gamepass = Where football never stops. Visit NFL.com/Gamepass to start your free trial today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Joining Rich for hour 3, actor Jeff Daniels calls in to talk The Comey Rule and the Detroit Lions (1:38). Brockman's news update (28:39) covers NFL injuries, NBA future ideas and MLB. They round out the hour with your calls and Film adaptation talk (44:21). Thank you to today's sponsors: BetOnline = Visit betonline.ag and use promo code "podcastone" to receive a 50% off welcome bonus. Geico = Visit Geico.com. In just 15 minutes you could save 15% or more on car insurance. NFL Gamepass = Where football never stops. Visit NFL.com/Gamepass to start your free trial today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich starts the hour talking Belichick appearance at media conference (2:15). Good Morning Football Co-Host Kyle Brandt joins to discuss NFL this week and everything else (22:58). They wrap up the hour with your calls and breaking news about Breonna Taylor case out of Louisville (45:48). Thank you to today's sponsors: BetOnline = Visit betonline.ag and use promo code "podcastone" to receive a 50% off welcome bonus. Geico = Visit Geico.com. In just 15 minutes you could save 15% or more on car insurance. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich starts the hour revisiting Jamal Murray's performance in last night's Nuggets vs Lakers game (1:40). Then Hall of Fame finalist and Epix's NFL: The Grind correspondent Charles Woodson joins to recount his experience at the Las Vegas Raiders stadium and their game against New Orleans (20:41). Rich closes out the hour with your calls and paying tribute to Gale Sayers (48:01). Thank you to today's sponsors: BetOnline = Visit betonline.ag and use promo code "podcastone" to receive a 50% off welcome bonus. NFL Gamepass = Where football never stops. Visit NFL.com/Gamepass to start your free trial today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sports Illustrated’s Fantasy expert Michael Fabiano calls in with advice for Saquon Barkley owners, and which QB’s could be acquired off the waiver wire this week (3:43). Olympic gold medal skier Mikaela Shiffrin joins the show to discuss her fundraising efforts to help Olympic athletes impacted by the Covid-19 pandemic, and the influence of her late father who passed away earlier this year (18:46). Comedian Frank Caliendo wraps up the our when he calls in doing his finest Jon Gruden impression following the Raiders’ big Monday Night Football win over the Saints (44:21). Thank you to today's sponsors: BetOnline = Visit betonline.ag and use promo code "podcastone" to receive a 50% off welcome bonus. Geico = Visit Geico.com. In just 15 minutes you could save 15% or more on car insurance. Visa = Shop Local with Visa to help support your community. https://usa.visa.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich and the guys discuss the scariest movies they’ve ever seen, and the movies too scary to see (1:01). Rich breaks down the decision of Chargers head coach Anthony Lynn to stick with Tyrod Taylor as his starting QB despite the impressive debut of rookie Justin Herbert (10:29). Actor Matthew Modine dials in to reveal what it was like filming Stanley Kubrick’s classic Viet Nam War movie ‘Full Metal Jacket,’ and commiserates with Rich about their painful Knicks fandom (21:57). The guys wrap up the hour discussing why Chris Brockman refuses to watch old movies (44:51). Thank you to today's sponsors: BetOnline = Visit betonline.ag and use promo code "podcastone" to receive a 50% off welcome bonus. Geico = Visit Geico.com. In just 15 minutes you could save 15% or more on car insurance. NFL Gamepass = Where football never stops. Visit NFL.com/Gamepass to start your free trial today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich starts the hour breaking down the Raiders 34-24 win over the Saints on Monday Night Football, and weighs in on the ‘Is Drew Brees Washed Up” debate (1:12). Buccaneers running back Leonard Fournette dials in to discuss why the Jaguars surprisingly cut him, why he chose to sign with Tampa Bay, and what it’s like having Tom Brady for a teammate (24:12). Rich wraps up the hour with his ‘4 Downs’ segment with hot takes on Cam Newton, Nick Bosa and the 49ers, the Vikings sinking ship, and why the Jaguars won’t be as bad as originally thought (40:56). Thank you to today's sponsors: BetOnline = Visit betonline.ag and use promo code "podcastone" to receive a 50% off welcome bonus. Geico = Visit Geico.com. In just 15 minutes you could save 15% or more on car insurance. NFL Gamepass = Where football never stops. Visit NFL.com/Gamepass to start your free trial today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
NBC Sports’ Mike Tirico calls in to break down Bryson DeChambeau’s landscape-shifting win at the US Open and his chances to capture The Masters, and breaks down the top storylines after two weeks of the NFL season (1:42). Rich and Brockman run through the latest on the litany of NFL injuries from Week 2 including news on Saquon Barkley, Christian McCaffrey and others (33:28). The guys wrap up the hour reflecting on the anniversary of Mike Piazza’s dramatic home run on this date for the Mets on the return of Major League Baseball following the 9/11 terror attacks in 2001 (45:40). Thank you to today's sponsors: NFL Gamepass = Where football never stops. Visit NFL.com/Gamepass to start your free trial today. Visa = Shop Local with Visa to help support your community. https://usa.visa.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Arizona Cardinals GM Steve Keim joins the show to discuss Kyler Murray’s impact on the team’s success, landing DeAndre Hopkins from the Texans, and if there’s a correlation between the lack of preseason games and the rash of NFL injuries in Week 2 (2:48). NFL Network analyst Michael Irvin calls in to gloat over the Cowboys dramatic comeback over the Falcons, why the real Cam Newton is back, and reacts to Deion Sanders being hired as Jackson State’s head coach. (20:38). Thank you to today's sponsors: BetOnline = Visit betonline.ag and use promo code "podcastone" to receive a 50% off welcome bonus. Geico = Visit Geico.com. In just 15 minutes you could save 15% or more on car insurance. Visa = Shop Local with Visa to help support your community. https://usa.visa.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich starts the hour breaking down the Patriots vs Seahawks on Sunday Night Football, and the wild finish to the Cowboys vs Falcons game (3:18). Former Giants QB Eli Manning dials in to discuss the season-ending ACL injury suffered by Saquon Barkley, and why he’s perfectly content with being retired, and his take on the famous David Tyree catch that helped beat the Patriots in the Super Bowl (22:06). Rich wraps up the hour with Overreaction Monday where he weighs in on Josh Allen’s MVP chances, the resurgent Rams, the struggle Vikings, and much more (43:13). Thank you to today's sponsors: BetOnline = Visit betonline.ag and use promo code "podcastone" to receive a 50% off welcome bonus. Geico = Visit Geico.com. In just 15 minutes you could save 15% or more on car insurance. NFL Gamepass = Where football never stops. Visit NFL.com/Gamepass to start your free trial today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
FOX Sports College Football Insider Bruce Feldman dials in with breaking news of the Houston/Baylor postponement and what it means for the rest of college football including the Big Ten, Pac-12, and SEC, and weighs in on the possibility of Deion Sanders as a CFB head coach (2:17). Brockman rolls through the latest injury notes from the NFL including news on Julio Jones, Michael Thomas, and George Kittle among others (23:35). Rich, Brockman and TJ finish the hour looking ahead to the NFL’s Week 2 including Sneaky Good Games, Under the Radar Games, the Unlockiest Lock of the Week, and the guys’ Higher Register Quasi Endorsements (45:29). Thank you to today's sponsors: NFL Gamepass = Where football never stops. Visit NFL.com/Gamepass to start your free trial today. Visa = Shop Local with Visa to help support your community. https://usa.visa.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich begins the hour with a very pointed message for LeBron James regarding Bengals QB Joe Burrow (10:49). The Athletic’s Shams Charania calls in from the NBA bubble to discuss the Celtics locker room turmoil following their Game 2 loss to the Heat, a preview of the Lakers vs Nuggets Western Conference Finals, why everyone in the NBA took glee in the Clippers early playoff exit, and the future of Giannis Antetokounmpo in Milwaukee (23:43). Rich wraps up the hour by describing what happened when he let his 12-year-old son binge watch all ten seasons of ‘Friends’ (43:02). Thank you to today's sponsors: BetOnline = Visit betonline.ag and use promo code "podcastone" to receive a 50% off welcome bonus. Geico = Visit Geico.com. In just 15 minutes you could save 15% or more on car insurance. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich and the guys recap the Browns win over the Bengals on Thursday Night Football, and the latest Heat comeback victory over the Celtics (2:11). ESPN NFL Draft Expert Todd McShay calls in to evaluate the impressive start to Joe Burrow’s career, why the Jets shouldn’t give up on Sam Darnold, and his ordeal with Covid-19 (23:31). Thank you to today's sponsors: BetOnline = Visit betonline.ag and use promo code "podcastone" to receive a 50% off welcome bonus. NFL Gamepass = Where football never stops. Visit NFL.com/Gamepass to start your free trial today. Visa = Shop Local with Visa to help support your community. https://usa.visa.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Actor John David Washington calls in to discuss his much-anticipated new movie ‘Tenet,’ and recalls his brief NFL running back career with the St. Louis Rams (5:37). Comedian Tom Arnold joins the show to discuss his new ‘Two in the Bush’ podcast, interviewing Tom Brady on the field at the Super Bowl for The Best Damn Sports Show Period, and more. (23:05). The guys wrap up the hour breaking down the veracity of Mike Del Tufo’s claims to have come up with a number of prominent broadcasting innovations (43:38). Thank you to today's sponsors: BetOnline = Visit betonline.ag and use promo code "podcastone" to receive a 50% off welcome bonus. Geico = Visit Geico.com. In just 15 minutes you could save 15% or more on car insurance. NFL Gamepass = Where football never stops. Visit NFL.com/Gamepass to start your free trial today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich start the hour with a thorough discussion of Giannis Antetokounmkpo’s future in Milwaukee including possible landing spots with the Warriors, the Heat, and the Nets (7:49). Pro Football Hall of Fame President & CEO David Baker dials in to reveal how the 2021 enshrinement will happen with two classes going into Canton at the same time, how he began his tradition of notifying players of their enshrinement, and how the HOF will celebrate 100 years of the NFL (18:45). Rich reacts to the differing views between the Kansas City Chiefs and Georgia Bulldogs on using their stadiums as polling locations (33:57). Future Hall of Famer and current NFL Network analyst Joe Thomas breaks down the Browns vs Bengals on Thursday Night Football, says why Baker Mayfield has taken a step or two back after his stellar rookie season, and why Odell Beckham Jr has disappeared from the Browns offense (41:39). Thank you to today's sponsors: BetOnline = Visit betonline.ag and use promo code "podcastone" to receive a 50% off welcome bonus. Geico = Visit Geico.com. In just 15 minutes you could save 15% or more on car insurance. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich starts the hour explaining why he’s nervous for the Browns heading into Week 2’s Thursday Night Football game vs the Bengals (2:38). Ravens WR Marquise Brown dials in and reveals his close bond with QB Lamar Jackson, where he got his “Hollywood” nickname, and why he’d like to make a cameo on ‘The Walking Dead’ (22:01). Rich wraps up the hour explaining the huge difference between being 1-0 and 0-1 in the NFL (41:04). Thank you to today's sponsors: BetOnline = Visit betonline.ag and use promo code "podcastone" to receive a 50% off welcome bonus. NFL Gamepass = Where football never stops. Visit NFL.com/Gamepass to start your free trial today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich re-visits Paul George’s questionable postgame comments after the Clippers game 7 meltdown against the Nuggets (4:25). Actor Chace Crawford joins the show to discuss the new season of his Amazon Prime show ‘The Boys,’ and reveals what’s it’s like to have Tony Romo for a brother-in-law (22:05). Lakers die-hard fan O’Shea Jackson Jr. calls in with some EPIC gloating about the Clippers’ latest playoff failings, and TJ Jefferson makes an important decision about his Clippers fandom (40:13). Thank you to today's sponsors: NFL Gamepass = Where football never stops. Visit NFL.com/Gamepass to start your free trial today. Visa = Shop Local with Visa to help support your community. https://usa.visa.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Actor Michael O’Keefe dials in to discuss his iconic role as Danny Noonan in ‘Caddyshack,’ reveals how much crazier the real Winged Foot Caddyshack in the 1970’s was, and how he actually got to caddie at the 2020 US Open (2:09). NFL Network’s Kyle Brandt calls in to talk Tom Brady’s rough Week 1, why Baker Mayfield has no more excuses, and Aaron Rodgers “ruthlessness”(22:13). Rich and Brockman break down the latest news and notes from around the NFL including injury news from the Jets and 49ers (42:05). Thank you to today's sponsors: BetOnline = Visit betonline.ag and use promo code "podcastone" to receive a 50% off welcome bonus. Geico = Visit Geico.com. In just 15 minutes you could save 15% or more on car insurance. Visa = Shop Local with Visa to help support your community. https://usa.visa.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich starts the show reacting to today’s official news that Big Ten football will return this fall (1:12), then breaks down the Clippers blowing a 3-games-to1 lead against the Denver Nuggets. Golf Channel’s Nick Faldo calls in from on the course at Winged Foot to break down the field at the 2020 US Open, and explains why young golfers no long fear Tiger Woods (22:50). The guys wrap up the hour discussing the Heat’s overtime win over the Celtics and Bam Adebayo’s EPIC block of Jayson Tatum, and ponder if the Raptors would still be playing if Kawhi Leonard had stayed in Toronto (42:23). Thank you to today's sponsors: BetOnline = Visit betonline.ag and use promo code "podcastone" to receive a 50% off welcome bonus. NFL Gamepass = Where football never stops. Visit NFL.com/Gamepass to start your free trial today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich and Brockman break down the latest news in the NFL and Major League Baseball (6:53). FOX Sports Erin Andrews dials in to talk about doing “sideline” reporting from the stand in an empty Super Dome, says how Tom Brady reacted to his sup-par Bucs debut, how she landed a clothing line partnership with the NFL, and what it’s like to drink out of the Stanley Cup (21:14). Thank you to today's sponsors: BetOnline = Visit betonline.ag and use promo code "podcastone" to receive a 50% off welcome bonus. Geico = Visit Geico.com. In just 15 minutes you could save 15% or more on car insurance. NFL Gamepass = Where football never stops. Visit NFL.com/Gamepass to start your free trial today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich’s first “4 Downs” segment of the NFL Season covers the Steelers and Ravens rivalry, why the Packers could be the top seed in the NFC, why the pre-season isn’t going away, at least not entirely, and why Washington won’t be as bad as most predicted (9:53). NFL Network analyst Daniel Jeremiah talks Chargers-Bengals, Sam Darnold’s struggles,why the Arizona Cardinals are the San Diego Padres of the NFL, and a breakdown of the rest of the NFL’s Week 1 play (23:13). Rich and Brockman wrap up the hour by stoking the flames of TJ Jefferson’s Clippers angst (47:31). Thank you to today's sponsors: BetOnline = Visit betonline.ag and use promo code "podcastone" to receive a 50% off welcome bonus. Geico = Visit Geico.com. In just 15 minutes you could save 15% or more on car insurance. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich starts the hour with a breakdown of the Steelers-Giants and Titans-Broncos Monday Night Football games (5:15). Pro Football Talk’s Mike Florio dials in to say why the 49ers should be worried already, and talks Seahawks, Packers, and the possibility of an NFL Playoffs bubble (22:36). Rich wraps up the hour explaining why the Philadelphia Eagles should be panicking after Week 1 (51:08). Thank you to today's sponsors: BetOnline = Visit betonline.ag and use promo code "podcastone" to receive a 50% off welcome bonus. Geico = Visit Geico.com. In just 15 minutes you could save 15% or more on car insurance. NFL Gamepass = Where football never stops. Visit NFL.com/Gamepass to start your free trial today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
ESPN’s Chris Fowler calls in to recap the epic US Open Men’s final, calling his first NFL game on Monday Night Football, and why he struggled to come up with a name for his new podcast (3:22). Rich and Brockman break down the latest NFL injury news, and the league’s strong stance in coaches wearing face coverings on the sidelines (26:18). Raiders GM Mike Mayock joins the show to discuss his team’s Week 1 win, Marcus Mariota’s mystery “freak injury,” and facing the Saints in Week 2 (31:41).
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Cardinals RB Kenyan Drake dials in to talk about Arizona’s huge Week 1 road win against the 49ers, and reveals if Kyler Murray is the fastest player on the team (1:45). Bears head coach Matt Nagy joins the show to break down Mitchell Trubisky’s big 4th quarter comeback against the Lions, and gives his thoughts on whether the NFL pre-season is even necessary (16:51). Rich wraps up the hour with a discussion on the importance of coaches and quarterbacks being on the same page for long-term success in the NFL (39:35). Thank you to today's sponsors: BetOnline = Visit betonline.ag and use promo code "podcastone" to receive a 50% off welcome bonus. NFL Gamepass = Where football never stops. Visit NFL.com/Gamepass to start your free trial today. Visa = Shop Local with Visa to help support your community. https://usa.visa.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich breaks down a “wildly entertaining” NFL Week 1 including the Cowboys loss to the Rams, and Tom Brady’s less-than-stellar Buccaneers debut (00:54). Rich offers up the year’s first Overreaction Monday segment and talks Aaron Rodgers, Patriots, Browns, Bears, Clippers and more (28:06). The hour wraps up with Rich lamenting (ranting??) about another Jets season-opening misstep (49:01). Thank you to today's sponsors: BetOnline = Visit betonline.ag and use promo code "podcastone" to receive a 50% off welcome bonus. Geico = Visit Geico.com. In just 15 minutes you could save 15% or more on car insurance. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Saturday Night Live alum Kevin Nealon dials in to talk about his virtual stand-up comedy special, and proposes an intriguing new sport (2:37). Rich and the guys offer up the show’s inaugural Higher Register Quasi-Endorsments segment (23:09). Rich and Brockman cap off the week with their picks in Brockman’s Sneaky Good Games and Rich’s Unlockiest Lock of the Week (48:28). Thank you to today's sponsors: BetOnline = Visit betonline.ag and use promo code "podcastone" to receive a 50% off welcome bonus. Geico = Visit Geico.com. In just 15 minutes you could save 15% or more on car insurance. NFL Gamepass = Where football never stops. Visit NFL.com/Gamepass to start your free trial today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Modern Family’s Eric Stonestreet calls in from Kansas City the day after watching his beloved Chiefs beat the Texans in-person (2:25). Matt Iseman and Akbar Gbajabiamila and Rich discuss how the new season of ‘American Ninja Warrior’ will look during the Covid-19 pandemic, and Akbar reveals his facemask invention that will hopefully get fans back in NFL stadiums (23:39). Rich and Brockman break down the latest news & notes from the NFL, and ponder if Colin Kaepernick will ever return to the NFL, and sounds off on those who booed the Chiefs & Texans moment of unity prior to their Thursday Night Football game (49:03). Thank you to today's sponsors: BetOnline = Visit betonline.ag and use promo code "podcastone" to receive a 50% off welcome bonus. Geico = Visit Geico.com. In just 15 minutes you could save 15% or more on car insurance. NFL Gamepass = Where football never stops. Visit NFL.com/Gamepass to start your free trial today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich recaps the NFL’s first game of the season with a thorough breakdown of the Chiefs 34-20 win over the Texans (4:12). Chiefs safety Tyrann Mathieu calls in to talk about KC’s Thursday Night Football win, and how his team is approaching social justice (23:08). Rich wraps up the hour breaking down the top three under-the-radar games of the NFL’s Week 1 where an 0-1 start could prove disastrous for three unlucky teams (46:52). Thank you to today's sponsors: BetOnline = Visit betonline.ag and use promo code "podcastone" to receive a 50% off welcome bonus. Geico = Visit Geico.com. In just 15 minutes you could save 15% or more on car insurance. NFL Gamepass = Where football never stops. Visit NFL.com/Gamepass to start your free trial today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rams GM Les Snead dials in to preview L.A.’s 2020 season including a thorough look at both sides of the ball. Snead also recalls being a not-so-good player at Auburn surrounded by NFL-caliber teammates, and compares his hair game to that of Falcons’ GM Thomas Dimitroff (1:20). Brockman breaks down the latest in the NFL including news items on Ben Roethlisberg, Drew Brees, and Mike Evans and others (36:56). Rich ends the hour revealing his Super Bowl predictions and compares his picks with Chris Brockman’s and TJ Jefferson’s (48:40). Thank you to today's sponsors: BetOnline = Visit betonline.ag and use promo code "podcastone" to receive a 50% off welcome bonus. Netsuite = If you don't know your numbers, you don't know your business. Visit Netsuite.com/Rich NFL Gamepass = Where football never stops. Visit NFL.com/Gamepass to start your free trial today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich breaks down the Raiders and Jets season outlooks (11:38). NBC Sports’ NFL Insider Peter King dials in to preview the 2020 NFL season, including long looks at Tom Brady and the Bucs, why the Patriots will make the playoffs and why the Lions and Raiders will, his Super Bowl prediction, and much more (22:29). Thank you to today's sponsors: BetOnline = Visit betonline.ag and use promo code "podcastone" to receive a 50% off welcome bonus. Geico = Visit Geico.com. In just 15 minutes you could save 15% or more on car insurance. NFL Gamepass = Where football never stops. Visit NFL.com/Gamepass to start your free trial today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich breaks down the top storylines for each AFC and NFC team heading into the 2020 NFL season (3:34). Colts DT DeForest Buckner dials in to discuss his trade from the 49ers and what QB Philip Rivers brings to his new team (31:41). Thank you to today's sponsors: BetOnline = Visit betonline.ag and use promo code "podcastone" to receive a 50% off welcome bonus. Geico = Visit Geico.com. In just 15 minutes you could save 15% or more on car insurance. NFL Gamepass = Where football never stops. Visit NFL.com/Gamepass to start your free trial today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Super Bowl-winning CB Aqib Talib calls in to discuss why he chose to retire instead of accepting a contract offer from Bill Belichick and the Patriots, his rivalry with WR Michael Crabtree, and how Tom Brady and Bill Belichick will fare without each other this season (2:31). Rich and Brockman break down the latest in the NFL including injuries to some high-profile players (19:57). Actor Lamorne Morris calls in to discuss his new Hulu comedy ‘Woke', LeBron and the Lakers NBA title chances, and why Michael Jordan is not the NBA’s GOAT (42:05). Thank you to today's sponsors: BetOnline = Visit betonline.ag and use promo code "podcastone" to receive a 50% off welcome bonus. Geico = Visit Geico.com. In just 15 minutes you could save 15% or more on car insurance. NFL Gamepass = Where football never stops. Visit NFL.com/Gamepass to start your free trial today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Actor and all-around good guy Paul Rudd dials in to help Rich and Brockman choose a name for their fantasy football team (1:55). Good Morning Football’s Kyle Brand joins the show and names his NFL MVP pick, his Super Bowl predictions, and says what Guy Fieri revealed on his most recent podcast (20:56). Thank you to today's sponsors: BetOnline = Visit betonline.ag and use promo code "podcastone" to receive a 50% off welcome bonus. Geico = Visit Geico.com. In just 15 minutes you could save 15% or more on car insurance. NFL Gamepass = Where football never stops. Visit NFL.com/Gamepass to start your free trial today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich and the guys break down the latest in the NBA playoffs including Giannis Antetokounmpo and the top-seeded Bucks getting bounced out of the bubble (8:17). Rich breaks down his AFC division winners (46:13) and wraps up the hour with his NFC division winner predictions (49:41). Thank you to today's sponsors: BetOnline = Visit betonline.ag and use promo code "podcastone" to receive a 50% off welcome bonus. Geico = Visit Geico.com. In just 15 minutes you could save 15% or more on car insurance. NFL Gamepass = Where football never stops. Visit NFL.com/Gamepass to start your free trial today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich and Brockman break down the latest in the NFL including Cam Newton’s reaction to being named the Patriots starter, and DeAndre Hopkins’ big new contract (3:23). Rich also breaks down the AFC North and the Steelers playoff chances (24:37). Thank you to today's sponsors: BetOnline = Visit betonline.ag and use promo code "podcastone" to receive a 50% off welcome bonus. Geico = Visit Geico.com. In just 15 minutes you could save 15% or more on car insurance. NFL Gamepass = Where football never stops. Visit NFL.com/Gamepass to start your free trial today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich, Chris Brockman, and TJ Jefferson each reveal their AFC and NFC sleeper teams that could surprise a lot of people this season (1:51). Titans OT Taylor Lewan and Rich discuss Tennessee’s chance to win a very competitive AFC South, why he’s already gearing up for Halloween, and why he’s glad Jadeveon Clowney is now a teammate instead of an opponent (20:50). Thank you to today's sponsors: BetOnline = Visit betonline.ag and use promo code "podcastone" to receive a 50% off welcome bonus. Geico = Visit Geico.com. In just 15 minutes you could save 15% or more on car insurance. NFL Gamepass = Where football never stops. Visit NFL.com/Gamepass to start your free trial today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich and the guys break down the night in the NBA playoffs and Rich makes a semi-bold prediction about Kawhi Leonard and the Clippers (5:06). Pac-12 Commissioner Larry Scott joins the show to discuss the impact of Covid-19 on the college football season, and if we might actually see Pac-12 sport this fall and/or winter (21:02). Cowboys owner Jerry Jones dials in to the show to talk about the 2020 season and the threat of Covid-19, how the team will look under new head coach Mike McCarthy, and how the Cowboys will approach player demands for social justice moving forward (40:33). Thank you to today's sponsors: BetOnline = Visit betonline.ag and use promo code "podcastone" to receive a 50% off welcome bonus. Geico = Visit Geico.com. In just 15 minutes you could save 15% or more on car insurance. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On this special Best Of The Rich Eisen Show episode, we revisit recent interviews with New England Patriots Coach Bill Belichick, Airplane! Director David Zucker, Atlanta Falcons QB Matt Ryan, and Actor/Director John Leguizamo. Thank you to today's sponsors: BetOnline = Visit betonline.ag and use promo code "podcastone" to receive a 50% off welcome bonus. Geico = Visit Geico.com. In just 15 minutes you could save 15% or more on car insurance. Netsuite = If you don't know your numbers, you don't know your business. Visit Netsuite.com/Rich Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Legendary handicapper Hank Goldberg breaks down the field and how to bet the Kentucky Derby (1:41). ESPN NBA Insider Brian Windhorst calls in to preview the Lakers vs Rockets, why the Bucks are down 0-2 to the Heat, and if Giannis is more Pippen than Jordan (18:40). Rich and Brockman run through the lasts news and notes from NFL training camps (44:57). Thank you to today's sponsors: BetOnline = Visit betonline.ag and use promo code "podcastone" to receive a 50% off welcome bonus. Geico = Visit Geico.com. In just 15 minutes you could save 15% or more on car insurance. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
TJ Jeffeson reveals his top ten Dallas Cowboys list and a caller proposes a punters-only fantasy football league (7:11). Actor/Director John Leguizamo dials in to talk about his new movie ‘Critical Thinking,’ his beloved New York Mets and the passing of Tom Seaver (34:51). NHL on NBC analyst Pierre McGuire calls in from the NHL’s bubble to break down the remaining teams in the Stanley Cup playoffs (45:24). Thank you to today's sponsors: Geico = Visit Geico.com. In just 15 minutes you could save 15% or more on car insurance. NFL Gamepass = Where football never stops. Visit NFL.com/Gamepass to start your free trial today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich and the guys break down the latest in the NBA and NHL playoffs (4:38). Rich comments on the AFC East picture and the tough luck career of soon-to-be-trade Dolphins QB Josh Rosen (20:57). College Football Insider Bruce Feldman of The Athletic and FOX Sports and Rich dig in to the latest on the CFB season, and if the Big Ten and Pac-12 could actually play this fall (29:15). Thank you to today's sponsors: BetOnline = Visit betonline.ag and use promo code "podcastone" to receive a 50% off welcome bonus. Geico = Visit Geico.com. In just 15 minutes you could save 15% or more on car insurance. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich and the guys discuss the Nets hiring of Hall of Fame guard Steve Nash to the their new head coach (2:27). Actor Glenn Howerton calls in to talk about the new season of A.P. Bio on Peacock, working with Danny DeVito on It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia, and playing a dramatic roll in season 1 of Fargo (21:15). Kevin Harvick rounds out the hour explaining the secret of his success on the NASCAR circuit and how much longer he’ll continue racing (39:22). Thank you to today's sponsors: BetOnline = Visit betonline.ag and use promo code "podcastone" to receive a 50% off welcome bonus. Geico = Visit Geico.com. In just 15 minutes you could save 15% or more on car insurance. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
NFL Network Analyst and Hall of Fame RB Terrell Davis dials in to talk Broncos, Chiefs dynasty, Leonard Fournette to the Buccaneers, and more (2:21). The Tampa Bay Times’ Rick Stroud and Rich discuss the team signing Leonard Fournette, and Tom Brady’s mindset with finally being surrounded by superior offensive talent. (23:57). Former ESPN producer Gus Ramsey dials in with and amazing story involving him, Hall of Fame pitcher Tom Seaver, and the Ringer’s Bill Simmons (40:34). Thank you to today's sponsors: Geico = Visit Geico.com. In just 15 minutes you could save 15% or more on car insurance. NFL Gamepass = Where football never stops. Visit NFL.com/Gamepass to start your free trial today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich and the guys break down a night of questionable officiating in the NBA Playoffs and discsuss Leonard Fournette’s signing with the Buccaneers (2:19). Lions head coach Matt Patricia dials in to preview Detroit’s 2020 season and Matthew Stafford’s MVP aspirations (17:40). Rich ends the hour with a look back at the career and impact of the late baseball Hall of Famer Tom Seaver (50:06). Thank you to today's sponsors: BetOnline = Visit betonline.ag and use promo code "podcastone" to receive a 50% off welcome bonus. Geico = Visit Geico.com. In just 15 minutes you could save 15% or more on car insurance. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Falcons QB Matt Ryan dials in to discuss getting ready for the regular season with no pre-season games, how Todd Gurley looks in Atlanta’s backfield, and facing Tom Brady in the stacked NFC South (2:39). WWE wrestler The Miz calls in to talk Browns, fantasy football, and how much fun he’s having as the host of USA Network’s ‘Cannonball’ (20:53). Thank you to today's sponsors: Geico = Visit Geico.com. In just 15 minutes you could save 15% or more on car insurance. NFL Gamepass = Where football never stops. Visit NFL.com/Gamepass to start your free trial today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
NBC Sports’ Eddie Olczyk breaks down the field at the Kentucky Derby and the remaining teams in the Stanley Cup playoffs (3:38). Good Morning Football’s Kyle Brandt and Rich discuss Kirk Cousins controversial “mask” comments he made on his podcast, who starts for the Bears, and where Leonard Fournette could land (24:42). Rich and the guys discuss the best Keanu Reeves movies, and reacts to news that Charles Oakley will be on Dancing with the stars (47:28). Thank you to today's sponsors: BetOnline = Visit betonline.ag and use promo code "podcastone" to receive a 50% off welcome bonus. Geico = Visit Geico.com. In just 15 minutes you could save 15% or more on car insurance. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich and the guys break down the Chiefs HUGE Super Bowl rings and recap the night in the NBA playoffs (1:00). Chargers CB Chris Harris Jr. joins the show to discuss Hard Knocks, the team’s reaction to the Jacob Blake shooting, playing for Anthony Lynn and more (25:32). Rich goes down a ‘Rudy’ wormhole when breaking down the Kentucky Derby field (46:17). Thank you to today's sponsors: BetOnline = Visit betonline.ag and use promo code "podcastone" to receive a 50% off welcome bonus. Geico = Visit Geico.com. In just 15 minutes you could save 15% or more on car insurance. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich react to Andy Reid’s big extension with the Chiefs and makes his case for the coach to be enshrined in the Pro Football Hall of Fame (10:07). The writer & director of ‘Airplane!’ David Zucker calls in on the comedy classic’s 40th anniversary with some little-known facts that might surprise you about that film and also behind the scenes tales from the making of ‘The Naked Gun’(25:27). Thank you to today's sponsors: BetOnline = Visit betonline.ag and use promo code "podcastone" to receive a 50% off welcome bonus. Geico = Visit Geico.com. In just 15 minutes you could save 15% or more on car insurance. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
NBC Sports’ Sunday Night Football analyst Cris Collinsworth and Rich Eisen discuss the challenges of calling games during the Covid crisis, which teams he sees winning the AFC and NFC, and why Tom Brady and Bill Belichick will both thrive without each other (1:36). Broncos running back Melvin Gordon calls in to discuss his roll in Denver’s backfield sharing time with Phillip Lindsay. The Kenosha, Wisconsin native also reacts to the Jacob Blake shooting and its impact on his hometown (26:29). Thank you to today's sponsors: BetOnline = Visit betonline.ag and use promo code "podcastone" to receive a 50% off welcome bonus. Geico = Visit Geico.com. In just 15 minutes you could save 15% or more on car insurance. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich and the guys break down Chris Paul and the Thunder’s big win over the Rockets to set up a deciding Game 7 in their series (3:24). Packers running back Aaron Jones and Rich Eisen discuss Green Bay’s Super Bowl aspirations, the Packers’ underrated offensive weapons, and what it’s like to meet his RB idols (20:19). Rich wraps up the hour comparing how the NFL and college football differ in their approaches to playing this fall in the face of the Covid-19 crisis (47:40). Thank you to today's sponsors: BetOnline = Visit betonline.ag and use promo code "podcastone" to receive a 50% off welcome bonus. Geico = Visit Geico.com. In just 15 minutes you could save 15% or more on car insurance. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich and the guys break down Brockman’s fantasy football draft (7:42). Actor Brian Baumgartner, Kevin from The Office, calls in to talk about his new Spotify podcast An Oral History of The Office, and reveals that there’s a good chance we’ll see a reunion show sometime in the future (20:23). Rich finishes the hour with his thoughts on the unexpected passing of Chadwick Boseman (51:35). Thank you to today's sponsors: BetOnline = Visit betonline.ag and use promo code "podcastone" to receive a 50% off welcome bonus. Geico = Visit Geico.com. In just 15 minutes you could save 15% or more on car insurance. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Co-host of ESPN’s Pardon the Interruption Michael Wilbon calls in to discuss the passing of Georgetown coaching legend John Thompson with a heartfelt remembrance (3:25). Seahawks tight end Greg Olsen joins the show to discuss why he joined up with Pete Carroll in Seattle, Cam Newton and the Patriots, and his new TE1 podcast (22:10). Thank you to today's sponsors: BetOnline = Visit betonline.ag and use promo code "podcastone" to receive a 50% off welcome bonus. Geico = Visit Geico.com. In just 15 minutes you could save 15% or more on car insurance. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
ESPN NBA Insider Dave McMenamin dials in to break down the weekend in the NBA Playoffs, reveals just how close the players came to shutting down the season, and marvels out the playoffs coming out party of Nuggets G Jamal Murray (22:42). Rich also explains why the Jacksonville Jaguars are officially tanking for Clemson QB Trevor Lawrence (44:30). Thank you to today's sponsors: BetOnline = Visit betonline.ag and use promo code "podcastone" to receive a 50% off welcome bonus. Geico = Visit Geico.com. In just 15 minutes you could save 15% or more on car i nsurance. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Country music star Tim McGraw dials in to promote his new album, ‘Here on Earth,’ and his acting experience with Billy Bob Thornton on ‘Friday Night Lights.” (2:58). Actor Courtney B. Vance also calls in to discuss his new HBO Show ‘Lovecraft Country’ and what it was like to work with Sean Connery on the set of “The Hunt for Red October” (19:19). Thank you to today's sponsors: BetOnline = Visit betonline.ag and use promo code "podcastone" to receive a 50% off welcome bonus. Geico = Visit Geico.com. In just 15 minutes you could save 15% or more on car insurance. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Yahoo! Sports’ NBA Insider Chris Haynes dials in from the NBA bubble with the inside story on how the NBA players boycott came about, and why LeBron James changed his mind about finishing out the season. (2:06). NFL Network and Pro Football Hall of Famer Michael Irvin reveals his weeks-long Covid-19 ordeal, breaks down Tom Brady and the Bucs’ Super Bowl chances, and why he’s VERY excited for the Cowboys this season. (21:15). The guys round out the hour with some fantasy football talk, including the crazy rules in Brockman’s FFL league draft. Thank you to today's sponsors: BetOnline = Visit betonline.ag and use promo code "podcastone" to receive a 50% off welcome bonus. Geico = Visit Geico.com. In just 15 minutes you could save 15% or more on car insurance. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich recaps the latest on the impact of social unrest on professional sports (1:23), and NFL Media’s Jim Trotter dials in to discuss what pro football players are expecting from owners to bring about change for social justice. (23:49) Thank you to today's sponsors: BetOnline = Visit betonline.ag and use promo code "podcastone" to receive a 50% off welcome bonus. Geico = Visit Geico.com. In just 15 minutes you could save 15% or more on car insurance. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dodgers manager Dave Roberts explains to Rich how his team, led by Mookie Betts, came to the decision to boycott last night’s game against the Giants(1:46). Rich Zooms with actor Danny DeVito about his new Disney movie The One and Only Ivan, how he landed his iconic Louie DePalma role in Taxi, and why he had so much fun with Jack Nicholson while making One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest (21:22). Thank you to today's sponsors: BetOnline = Visit betonline.ag and use promo code "podcastone" to receive a 50% off welcome bonus. Geico = Visit Geico.com. In just 15 minutes you could save 15% or more on car insurance. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Saints WR Emmanuel Sanders and Rich discuss the Jacob Blake shooting, the need for social justice in America, and his excitement for the upcoming NFL season. (1:51). TJ Jefferson illustrates his experiences with the perils of being a black man when dealing with the police. (22:00). Thank you to today's sponsors: BetOnline = Visit betonline.ag and use promo code "podcastone" to receive a 50% off welcome bonus. Geico = Visit Geico.com. In just 15 minutes you could save 15% or more on car insurance. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich begins the show with a lengthy reflection on the state or race relations in the U.S. and its impact on sports (4:18). The NBA on TNT’s Chris Webber calls in with his impassioned view on the topic, why NBA players had no choice but to boycott, and what happens next. (27:31). Thank you to today's sponsors: BetOnline = Visit betonline.ag and use promo code "podcastone" to receive a 50% off welcome bonus. Geico = Visit Geico.com. In just 15 minutes you could save 15% or more on car insurance. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rockets GM Daryl Morey talks social justice protests inside the NBA’s bubble, Russell Westbrook’s status for Game 5 vs the Thunder, and responds to reports that head coach Mike D’Antoni could be headed to Indiana to coach the Pacers (1:43). Actor Joe Manganiello dials in to talk all things Steelers, how he used Sofia Vergara to help convince Ben Roethlisberger to shave his beard, and reveals which A-List celebrities are in his Dungeons & Dragons game (25:49). Thank you to today's sponsors: BetOnline = Visit betonline.ag and use promo code "podcastone" to receive a 50% off welcome bonus. Geico = Visit Geico.com. In just 15 minutes you could save 15% or more on car insurance. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Emmy-Award nominated actor Don Cheadle zooms in from quarantine in Hawaii to discuss his impressive golf game, Showtime’s Black Monday, and his first reaction to reading the Boogie Nights script (2:35). Inside the NBA’s Kenny Smith dials in to break down the NBA Playoffs, including the Lakers, Luka Doncic, darkhorse teams that could win the West, and how Michael Jordan surprised him in The Last Dance (22:41). Thank you to today's sponsors: BetOnline = Visit betonline.ag and use promo code "podcastone" to receive a 50% off welcome bonus. Geico = Visit Geico.com. In just 15 minutes you could save 15% or more on car insurance. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rich and the guys break down the night in the NBA playoffs (2:16), then Rich does a deep dive into how the Jacob Blake shooting could impact the world of sports (11:30). Colts rookie running back Jonathan Taylor calls in to discuss the rookie learning curve, Philip Rivers, his fantasy football projections, and social activism in the NFL. (26:40). Thank you to today's sponsors: BetOnline = Visit betonline.ag and use promo code "podcastone" to receive a 50% off welcome bonus. Geico = Visit Geico.com. In just 15 minutes you could save 15% or more on car insurance. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Comedian Jeff Foxworthy joins the show to talk about his new A&E show What’s It Worth?, and his long career in stand-up (2:45). Rich and the guys go down a memorabilia wormhole when examining all the stuff in the studio, (20:27), and wonder why NBA head coaches have ditched their suits while in the playoff bubble (47:06). Thank you to today's sponsors: BetOnline = Visit betonline.ag and use promo code "podcastone" to receive a 50% off welcome bonus. Geico = Visit Geico.com. In just 15 minutes you could save 15% or more on car insurance. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Falcons head coach Dan Quinn calls in to talk Earl Thomas, Todd Gurley, and facing Tom Brady in the NFC South (2:14). Driver Bubba Wallace also dials in for a frank discussion on racism among NASCAR fans and how his activism has negatively impacted his popularity (37:44). Thank you to today's sponsors: BetOnline = Visit betonline.ag and use promo code "podcastone" to receive a 50% off welcome bonus. Geico = Visit Geico.com. In just 15 minutes you could save 15% or more on car insurance.
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Rich and the guys recap the night in the NBA Playoffs (1:33), then NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport dials in to discuss Jerry Jones refuting his report that the Cowboys are not interested in signing S Earl Thomas (22:34). The guys also discuss who needs to kiss and make up most in sports (44:15). Thank you to today's sponsors: BetOnline = Visit betonline.ag and use promo code "podcastone" to receive a 50% off welcome bonus. Geico = Visit Geico.com. In just 15 minutes you could save 15% or more on car insurance. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices