
The Rich Eisen Show
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Hour 1: Mahomes/Chiefs Reactions, Philip Rivers’ Return, Broncos & Bills/Pats Takeaways
Rich reacts to the Kansas City Chiefs being eliminated from playoff contention in a game overshadowed by the season-ending ACL injury to Patrick Mahomes. Rich weighs in on the Denver Broncos’ Week 15 win over the Green Bay Packers, and breaks down Josh Allen’s heroics to lead the Buffalo Bills from a 21-point deficit to a huge win over the New England Patriots in their AFC East showdown. The guys react to 44-year-old Philip Rivers nearly leading the Indianapolis Colts to a road win over the Seattle Seahawks in his first NFL game since the 2020 season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
NFL Week 15: Chiefs' Dynasty Done? Micah Injury Impact, Rivers' Return
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. Today's topics: :45 - Sunday was the best game of Bo Nix's career, and the Broncos will be in the AFC Championship Game 5:30 - The Packers' Super Bowl chances ended with Micah Parsons' knee injury 9:30 - Andy Reid will not be the head coach the next time the Chiefs make the playoffs 14:19 - The Patriots will be 1-and-done in the playoffs 18:30 - The Jaguars are the team nobody wants to play come January 21:45 - The Bears are winning the NFC North 26:35 - The winner of Thursday Night Football's Rams vs Seahawks game will be the #1 seed in the NFC 31:45 - Philip Rivers will be in the NFL in 2026 34:45 - It's time to get rid of divisions for playoffs... the top seven make it and that's that! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Hour 3: Rich’s Top 5 NFL Week 15 Games, plus Carolina Panthers DT Derrick Brown
Rich ranks the best NFL Week 15 games including Ravens vs Bengals, Chargers vs Chiefs, Lions vs Rams, Bills vs Patriots, Packers-Broncos and Colts-Seahawks. Panthers DT Derrick Brown and Rich discuss Carolina’s chances to win the NFC South after a rough start to the season, his renewed love of football after missing most of last year with a knee injury, and more. Mike Del Tufo provides his (highly inaccurate) weather report for NFL Games including Browns at Bears, Bills at Patriots, and Colts at Seahawks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Hour 2: ‘What’s More Likely’ plus NFL Insider Tom Pelissero
Rich and the guys react to Philip Rivers’ return to the Madden video game and getting a higher player rating than Cleveland Browns’ QB Shedeur Sanders and other starting quarterbacks. In ‘What’s More Likely’ Rich weighs in on the NFC South race, Joe Burrow, Matthew Stafford, Drake Maye, Josh Allen, Philip Rivers, Micah Parsons, Justin Jefferson, Bo Nix and more. NFL Insider Tom Pelissero and Rich discuss the collapsed lung suffered by Steelers All-Pro TJ Watt, the chances Philip Rivers plays for the Indianapolis Colts against the Seattle Seahawks in Week 15, the reasons behind the growing frustrations of Cincinnati Bengals QB Joe Burrow, which teams could be hopping back in the coaching carousel after disappointing seasons. Rich has a bone to pick with NFL teams going for 2-point conversions when they don’t have to. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Hour 1: ESPN’s Stephen A. Smith, Falcons-Bucs Reactions, plus Michigan’s Next Head Coach
ESPN’s Stephen A. Smith joins Rich in-studio where he explains why the Los Angeles Rams are the best team in the NFL, why the Baltimore Ravens are the league’s most disappointing team, says why the Philadelphia Eagles’ offense has struggled this season, reveals why he made an early departure from Jerry Jones’ suite at a Dallas Cowboys game this year, and if Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the Oklahoma City Thunder can win back-to-back NBA titles this season. Rich reacts to the Atlanta Falcons’ come-from-behind Thursday Night Football win over the reeling Tampa Bay Buccaneers who now have some work to do to make the playoffs this season. Michigan alum Rich weighs in on which candidates would be the best fit to take over the Wolverines’ football program in the wake of Sherrone Moore’s controversial firing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Hour 3: ‘Bussin’ with the Boys’ Hosts Taylor Lewan & Will Compton Talk Michigan & More
‘Bussin’ with the Boys’ hosts Taylor Lewan and Will Compton join Rich in-studio to discuss the Sherrone Moore controversy at Rich and Taylor’s alma mater Michigan and where the Wolverines’ football program and the university as a whole goes from here, how head coach Mike Vrabel has returned the New England Patriots’ winning ways, 44-year-old Philip Rivers unretiring for a shot to start for the injury-riddled Indianapolis Colts, and what the Cincinnati Bengals must do to return Joe Burrow’s joy for playing football after another lost season, and more. Rich previews what is at stake for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in their Thursday Night Football NFC South matchup with the Falcons, and why the L.A. Rams are cheering against Atlanta. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Hour 2: NFL Week 15 ‘Higher Register,’ plus NFL Network’s Kurt Warner
Pro Football Hall of Famer/NFL Network analyst Kurt Warner and Rich break down the challenges Philip Rivers is facing in his return to the Indianapolis Colts after not playing since the 2020 season, what is show’s about the NFL’s ability to develop young quarterbacks, discusses the mindset of Joe Burrow amid another injury-plagued disappointing season with the Cincinnati Bengals, why the Jacksonville Jaguars have been heating up and why the Philadelphia Eagles have cooled off of late, what’s ailing the Kansas City Chiefs’ offense, what the game tape says about 2nd-year QBs Drake Maye and Bo Nix, and Josh Allen’s huge Week 14 in the Buffalo Bills’ win over Cincy. Rich and the guys marvel at the Oklahoma City Thunder’s red hot 24-1 start to the NBA season, and discuss the new ESPN ’30-for-30’ documentary on the late Stuart Scott. In the NFL Week 15 version of ‘Higher Register’ Rich, Brockman and TJ offer up their less-than-enthusiastic belief in the Colts, Broncos vs Packers as a Super Bowl preview, and Cleveland Browns QB Shedeur Sanders. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Hour 1: Sherrone Moore Michigan Reaction, Joe Burrow Opens Up, plus ESPN’s Ryan Clark
Michigan alum Rich weighs in on the shocking developments that led to the firing of the Wolverines’ head football coach Sherrone Moore and how the university moves forward in the wake of the stunning scandal. ESPN NFL analyst Ryan Clark tells Rich why the Los Angeles Rams are the best team in the NFL, discusses the rise of the New England Patriots under 2nd-year QB Drake Maye and new head coach Mike Vrabel, the Philadelphia Eagles’ three-game losing streak, Mike Tomlin’s future as the Pittsburgh Steelers’ head coach, and more. Rich and the guys reflect on Joe Burrow’s latest press conference where the Cincinnati Bengals QB confessed that he’s not having fun playing football these days. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
"The Masked Man" strikes again, The Uso brothers are back, and an exclusive Joe Hendry interview
O'Shea and TJ said his name and... he appeared! WWE Superstar Joe Hendry joined the show to discuss his start in the wrestling industry, his insane popularity with fans, what it felt like to make appearances in the Royal Rumble and WrestleMania, his welcome to wrestling moment, his Bar Fight Crew and much more! The guys also react to WWE Monday Night Raw & the reappearance on "The Masked Man", the return of the Uso's as a tag team, and look ahead to John Cena's final match vs Gunther. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Hour 3: NFL Power Rankings for Week 15, plus ‘Anaconda’ Star Paul Rudd In-Studio
Rich reveals his updated NFL Power Rankings heading into Week 15 with some new teams making his top 10. Actor Paul Rudd joins Rich in-studio where he discusses his upcoming ‘Anaconda’ reboot, the state of his beloved Kansas City Chiefs, fantasy football, his favorite scenes from ‘Anchorman,’ his annual ‘Big Slick’ charity event, and more. Rich reacts to Philip Rivers’ first press conference since unretiring to rejoin the Indianapolis Colts, and says why he’s rooting for the 44-year-old former Pro Bowl QB. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Hour 2: Steelers DT Cam Heyward, plus Hank Azaria In-Studio
Steelers DT Cam Heyward and Rich discuss Pittsburgh’s chances to win the AFC North, the increasing “hot seat” talk surrounding head coach Mike Tomlin, Philip Rivers’ return to the Indianapolis Colts, his recent on-field beef with Buffalo Bills QB Josh Allen, and Ohio State’s chances to win back-to-back national championships. Emmy-winning actor Hank Azaria joins Rich in-studio where he laments over his beloved Mets losing Pete Alonso and Edwin Diaz on consecutive days, says how Bruce Springsteen responded to hearing his EZ Street tribute band, and congers up his best ‘The Simpsons’ voices (Moe, Chief Wiggum, and Snake Jailbird) to recreate some all-time best sports rants from Allen Iverson, Mike Gundy, and Dennis Green. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Hour 1: Philip Rivers Could Start WK15, Chiefs’ Slim Playoff Hopes, plus WWE Superstar Gunther
Rich weighs in on the Indianapolis Colts’ possibly starting Philip Rivers in Week 15 even though the 44-year-old QB hasn’t played in the NFL since the 2020 season. WWE Superstar Gunther joins Rich in-studio to discuss his plans to send John Cena into retirement this Saturday, reveals the hilarious he decided to pursue a career in professional wrestling, and more. Rich reacts to Philadelphia Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni being asked about possibly benching QB Jalen Hurts, and breaks down the 6-7 Kansas City Chiefs’ slim playoff hopes entering the stretch run of the NFL season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Hour 3: Justin Herbert Toughs It Out, Straight Outta Tomlin, plus Actor Tony Goldwyn In-Studio
Rich weighs in on Justin Herbert leading the Chargers to a critical Monday Night Football win over the Philadelphia Eagles despite playing with a broken hand and getting sacked 7 times. ‘Law & Order’ star Tony Goldwyn joins Rich in-studio to discuss his new ‘Far from the Tree’ podcast with his daughter Blair, sharing scenes with Sean Penn in the acclaimed ‘One Battle After Another,’ his memorable heel performance in ‘Ghost,’ playing the President of the United States of America on ‘Scandal,’ and more. Auntie Jackie in Virginia calls in to offer up her reaction to Shedeur Sander’s big Week 14 game for the Cleveland Browns, and react to the latest memorable press conference moment from Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Hour 2: Overreaction Tuesday, Rivers Officially Rejoins Colts, Advice for Marcus Freeman
Rich reacts to former Pro Bowl QB Philip Rivers, who last played in 2020, signing with the Indianapolis Colts’ practice squad. In ‘Overreaction Tuesday’ Rich weighs in on the Eagles’ playoffs outlook, if the Chargers can catch the Denver Broncos in the AFC West, if the Bills vs Patriots in Week 15 is a preview of the AFC Championship Game, Philip Rivers’ possible return to the Indianapolis Colts, John Harbaugh’s future with the Baltimore Ravens, if Indiana Hoosiers QB Fernando Mendoza can pull off the triple crown of winning the CFP, the Heisman Trophy, and going #1 overall in the NFL Draft, and the Los Angeles Dodgers stealing All-Star closer Edwin Diaz away from the New York Mets. Rich makes a pitch to Notre Dame’s Marcus Freeman to bolt the Fighting Irish for an job as an NFL head coach. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Hour 1: Eagles Concern Level, Philip Rivers’ Possible Return, plus ESPN’s Jeff Saturday
Rich reacts to the Eagles’ crushing overtime loss to the Los Angeles Chargers and why Philadelphia fans shouldn’t be overly concerned about the team’s season-long struggles to be consistent week-to-week. Rich weighs in on the injury-riddled Indianapolis Colts possibly adding former Pro Bowl quarterback Philip Rivers to their practice squad after the season-ending injury to Daniel Jones and the injuries to backups Anthony Richardson and Riley Leonard. ESPN’s Jeff Saturday and Rich discuss the massive challenges Philip Rivers would face if he played for the Colts this season, his level of concern for the Eagles amid their 3-game losing streak, how the NFC playoff picture could play out, shares his favorite memories of the late Indianapolis Colts owner Jim Irsay, and reveals the epic prank Peyton and Cooper Manning played on him the first time he golfed at Augusta National. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Hour 3: Steelers/Ravens, College Football Playoff scenario, Eagles-Chargers Preview, Jacksonville Jaguars
Rich offers up his thoughts on the Steelers going into Baltimore and taking over sole possession of 1st place in the AFC North. Rich sounds off on the current College Football Playoff system and suggests the NCAA should take a cue from the NFL. The guys say that the vibes might be changing in Philly prior to the Eagles’ MNF game against the Chargers. Rich discusses the AFC South-leading Jacksonville Jaguars after their impressive win over the Colts in Week 14. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Hour 2: Bears-Packers Reactions, Shedeur’s Big Day, plus Rams QB Matthew Stafford
Rich recaps the Green Bay Packers massive win over the Chicago Bears to claim first place in the NFC North. Rams QB Matthew Stafford and Rich discuss L.A.’s mindset as they sit atop the NFC with a 10-3 record, what it’s like throwing to uber-talented WRs Puka Nacua and Davante Adams, the “energy and passion” of head coach Sean McVay, his MVP-level play this season behind a stout offensive line, facing the Detroit Lions in a huge Week 15 NFC showdown, and more. Rich weighs in on Shedeur Sanders’ 364-yard, 3 touchdown performance in the Browns’ Week 14 loss to the Tennessee Titans in which the Cleveland QB was inexplicably on the sidelines for the games deciding play. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Hour 1: Chiefs in Peril, CFP & Notre Dame Bowl Snub Reactions, plus Bengals-Bills
Rich weighs in on the Kansas City Chiefs’ crushing Week 14 loss to the Houston Texans and what it means for Patrick Mahomes & KC’s chances to make the playoffs this season. Rich commends unbeaten Indiana head coach Curt Cignetti for turning the Hoosiers into a “monster program” after winning the Big Ten title game, and the guys react to the controversial final College Football Playoff field of 12 that saw 3-loss Alabama making the CFP while 10-2 Notre Dame was left on the outside looking in, and the Fighting Irish’s decision to bow out of a bowl game in response. Rich recaps the Buffalo Bills’ thrilling win over Joe Burrow and the Bengals all but squashing Cincinnati’s playoff chances. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
NFL Week 14: Chiefs & Ravens are Cooked, Colts' QB Plan, are Packers Class of NFC?
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. Today's topics: :45 - The Texans will be playing in the AFC Championship game 5:05 - Sunday night was the end of the Chiefs' dynasty 12:05 - The road to the Super bowl in the NFC goes through Lambeau Field 15:40 - Josh Allen is still the most dangerous QB in the NFL and the Bills are winning a playoff game 18:28 - The NFC South is the Panthers' division to lose 21:45 - The Ravens will finish under .500 and Lamar Jackson is no longer a top five quarterback 27:00 - After the Daniel Jones injury the Colts are back to square one at QB and should trade for Mac Jones this offseason 30:45 - After missing out on the College Football Playoff, Marcus Freeman will be coaching in the NFL next year Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Hour 3: NFL Week 14’ Big Stakes, plus ‘Landman’ Star Andy Garcia In-Studio
Oscar-nominated actor Andy Garcia joins Rich in-studio to discuss his huge role in the new season of ‘Landman,’ his die-hard Miami Dolphins fandom, reviving his ‘Terry Bennedict’ role in the upcoming ‘Ocean’s 14’ movie and his best memories from making the original ‘Ocean’s 11’ with George Clooney, Brad Pitt, Don Cheadle, Carl Reiner, Julia Roberts and others, and reveals what it’s like to play golf with good friend Joe Pesci. Rich previews NFL Week 14 and lays out what’s at stake in Rams vs Cardinals, Steelers vs Ravens, Falcons vs Seahawks, Bengals vs Bills, Colts vs Jaguars, Commanders vs Vikings, Dolphins vs Jets, Titans vs Browns, Broncos vs Raiders, Bears vs Packers, Texans vs Chiefs and Eagles vs Chargers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Hour 2: What’s More Likely, Cowboys’ Playoff Hopes, Matt Campbell to Penn State, plus Bruce Arians
Rich breaks down the Cowboys’ slim playoff chances after falling to 6-6-1 on the season. In ‘What’s More Likely’ Rich weighs in on the Detroit Lions, Kansas City Chiefs, Pittsburgh Steelers, Baltimore Ravens, Vikings QB JJ McCarthy, Falcons RB Bijan Robinson, and more. Super Bowl LV-winning coach Bruce Arians and Rich discuss the new ‘Raise the Flags’ Tampa Bay Buccaneers docuseries on Amazon Prime Video, his title-winning connection with Tom Brady, the “sad state” of the Pittsburgh Steelers’ season, and reveals why he wouldn’t be shocked to see the Bucs face Joe Burrow and the Cincinnati Bengals in Super Bowl LX. Rich reacts to Penn State luring Matt Campbell away from Iowa State to be their new football head coach. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Hour 1: Cowboys-Lions TNF Reactions, plus NFL Insider Tom Pelissero
Rich recaps the Detroit Lions’ Thursday Night Football win over the visiting Dallas Cowboys and what it means for each team’s playoff hopes. NFL Insider Tom Pelissero and Rich discuss how Lions RB Jahmyr Gibbs was the steal of the 2023 draft, the impact of the season-ending Achilles injury suffered by Detroit Lions S Brian Branch, the Cowboys’ talented-but-temperamental WR George Pickens, Mike Tomlin’s uncertain future with the Pittsburgh Steelers, if Kyler Murray has played his last game for the Arizona Cardinals, and provides the latest injury updates on Commanders QB Jayden Daniels, Chargers QB Justin Herbert, Vikings QB JJ McCarthy, Ravens QB Lamar Jackson, and Bengals WR Tee Higgins. Rich and the guys react to LeBron James’ game-winning assist in the Lakers’ buzzer beater win over the Toronto Raptors and debate if L.A. winning a title with Luka Doncic would be good or bad for the NBA. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Hour 3: Week 14 ‘Higher Register’ Predictions, plus NFL Executive Hans Schroeder
Rich weighs in on Penn State’s bungling of their head coach search in the wake of firing James Franklin 6 weeks ago, and comments on the latest surrounding Lane Kiffin jilting Ole Miss for LSU including Joe Burrow’s less-than-ringing endorsement of the move. NFL Executive VP of Media Distribution Hans Schroeder and Rich discuss the league’s massive Thanksgiving Day TV ratings, the possibility of a full season of international NFL games, the future of the NFL Network and how it will be integrated with ESPN, future Super Bowl locations, and more. In ‘Higher Register’ Rich, Brockman and TJ share their less-than-ringing endorsements of the Miami Dolphins, Los Angeles Rams, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Hour 2: Rich’s Top 5, plus ESPN NBA Reporter Brian Windhorst Talks Giannis Trade Possibility
ESPN’s Brian Windhorst and Rich discuss the chances Giannis Antetokounmpo could ask the Milwaukee Bucks for a trade, breaks down the messy breakup between Chris Paul and the Los Angeles Clippers, and weighs in on yet another stellar season by Nuggets C Nikola Jokic. Rich weighs in on RB De’Von Achane’s efforts to single-handedly revive the Miami Dolphins’ season. Rich reveals his list of which NFL teams he expects to finish strong down the season’s home stretch. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Hour 1: Cowboys vs Lions TNF Preview, Steelers Updates, plus Comedian Andrew Santino
Rich previews what’s at stake for the Dallas Cowboys and Detroit Lions in their pivotal Thursday Night Football game with big-time playoff implications for both teams. Rich weighs in on the latest on the Pittsburgh Steelers heading into their key Week 14 AFC North showdown against the Baltimore Ravens, and reacts to Ben Roethlisberger saying Mike Tomlin should take the Penn State head coach job. Comedian Andrew Santino and Rich discuss his charity work with the Special Olympics in his upcoming ‘Ho-Ho Homer’ celebrity softball event, the surprising success of his beloved Chicago Bears, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Reactions from WWE Survivor Series: War Games 2025, who was that masked man in black, the return of Liv Morgan, and more!
O'Shea and T.J. react to this past weekend's WWE Survivor Series: War Games PLE and which superstars stood out the most to them. Like most fans, the guys wonder who was "The Man in Black" that interfered with the Main Event. Also, what does the return of Liv Morgan mean for "The Judgement Day"? The guys also discuss Monday's episode of Raw and preview today's episode of AEW Dynamite with the Continental Classic and Women's Tag Team Championship tournaments continuing. Also, O'Shea and T.J. react to how Seth Rollins shared an update on his recovery that you won't want to miss. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Hour 3: Giannis’ Trade Request, Clippers Cut CP3, plus Savannah Bananas LF Coach RAC
Rich and the guys react to a Brian Windhorst report that Giannis Antetokounmpo ask the Milwaukee Bucks for a trade prior to the start of the NBA season, and to the Los Angeles Clippers parting ways with future Hall of Famer Chris Paul…at 1am in the morning. The guys also debate what Kawhi Leonard’s legacy will be once he retires from the league. Coach RAC (aka RichardAnthony Cruz) and Rich discuss the incredible rise in popularity of the Savannah Bananas, his baseball journey from being a Washington Nationals minor leaguer to life on the Banana Ball tour, the choreography that goes into preparing for a game each day, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Hour 2: NFL Power Rankings, Chief-Cowboys Ratings Bonanza, plus TNF’s Andrew Whitworth
Rich reacts to the massive viewership ratings for the Cowboys vs Chiefs on Thanksgiving Day, weighs in on the Eagles’ chances to right the ship in Week 14 against a banged-up Chargers squad, and reveals his brand-new NFL Power Rankings with three new entries and a new team at #1. Thursday Night Football analyst Andrew Whitworth and Rich preview the pivotal Dallas Cowboys vs Detroit Lions TNF showdown and its massive playoff implications, weighs in on the Rams and Seahawks in the highly-competitive NFC West, which dark horse teams could make a surprise Super Bowl run, the Kansas City Chiefs’ uncertain playoff chances, if the Chicago Bears or Green Bay Packers are the best team in the NFC North, Joe Burrow’s odds to lead the Cincinnati Bengals to the postseason, and Lane Kiffin’s hiring by his alma mater LSU. Rich reacts to the latest press conference by Giants GM Joe Schoen amid New York’s woeful 2-win season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Hour 1: Ole Miss/CFP Rankings Intrigue, plus NFL Network’s Kurt Warner
Rich weighs in on the latest College Football Playoff rankings and how Lane Kiffin’s departure to LSU and the intrigue surrounding Rebels OC Charlie Weis Jr. might have impacted the rankings. Pro Football Hall of Famer/NFL Network analyst Kurt Warner tells Rich how the New England Patriots are getting MVP-level play out of 2nd-year QB Drake Maye, how Caleb Williams can get even better under new Chicago Bears HC Ben Johnson, breaks down the reasons behind the Indianapolis Colts’ recent offensive slump, and previews Week 14’s top games including Cowboys vs Lions, Packers vs Bears, Steelers vs Ravens, Bengals vs Bills, Chiefs vs Texans, and Eagles vs Chargers. Rich and the guys weigh in on Bill Belichick and New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft being named as finalists for the Pro Football Hall of Fame. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Hour 3: Lane Kiffin’s LSU Intro, plus WWE Superstar Seth Rollins In-Studio
Rich weighs in on the “insane” terms of Lane Kiffin’s new contract with LSU that shows how desperate college programs are to land big name coaches. WWE Superstar Seth Rollins joins Rich in-studio where he gloats over the surprising success of his beloved Bears this season, what new head coach Ben Johnson has meant to Chicago, predicts how the rest of the Bears’ season will unfold, updates the status of his shoulder injury, and joins the guys in saying what gift they would bestow to certain NFL teams and players. Rich and the guys react to Kansas City Chiefs HC Andy Reid’s odd choice of words to get his point across in a recent interview. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Hour 2: Overreaction Tuesday, Steelers’ Stakes, plus Buffalo Bills Hall of Fame QB Jim Kelly
Pro Football Hall of Famer Jim Kelly and Rich discuss his longtime battle with cancer and the charity work he does to find a cure, the Buffalo Bills’ playoffs outlook, and shares his favorite memories from those AFC dynasty teams of the 90’s on and off the field. In ‘What’s More Likely’ Rich weighs in on the rebirth of the Patriots under Mike Vrabel and Drake Maye, the sorry state of the Minnesota Vikings’ QB room, Joe Burrow’s chances to take the Cincinnati Bengals to the playoffs, how much the Detroit Lions miss former OC and current Chicago Bears HC Ben Johnson, and if Texas Longhorns QB Arch Manning should enter the 2026 NFL Draft. Rich comments on what’s at stake for Mike Tomlin and the Pittsburgh Steelers as they head down the critical stretch run of the NFL season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Hour 1: Giants-Patriots Reactions, Jaxon Dart Advice, plus ESPN’s Scott Van Pelt
Rich offers up some advice to QB Jaxson Dart who some big (and unnecessary) hits in his return from concussion in the New York Giants MNF loss to the Patriots. ESPN ‘SportsCenter’ host Scott Van Pelt and Rich share their favorite memories of and discuss the lasting impact of their late colleague Stuart Scott, discuss which is the best team in the NFL right now, and which dark horse teams could make some noise and go on a deep run if they reach the playoffs. Rich recaps the New England Patriots improving to an NFL-best 11-2 with their Monday Night Football win over the New York Giants. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Hour 3: Joe Burrow’s Return, Rams & Stafford Stumble, Jauan Jennings Latest Controversy
Rich recaps the San Francisco 49ers Week 13 win over the Browns, and Auntie Jackie from Virginia calls in to offer her spot-on assessment of Shedeur Sanders’ latest start for Cleveland, and explains why (for his own selfish reasons perhaps???) the Cincinnati Bengals’ playoff hopes are still alive with the return of Joe Burrow. Rich reacts to the Carolina Panthers improving to 6-5 on the year with a Week 13 upset over the Los Angels Rams sparked by forcing 3 turnovers by Matthew Stafford. The guys weigh in on the Browns’ en masse bashing of WR Jauan Jennings’ crossing-the-line trash talk in San Francisco’s win, just a week after the 49ers WR was punched in the nether region by Panthers DB Tre’von Moehrig. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Hour 2: Ohio State-Michigan Reactions, Broncos Survive, Justin Herbert Surgery
Rich weighs in on the Denver Broncos’ overtime win over the Washington Commanders on Sunday Night Football, how Justin Herbert’s surgery on his non-throwing hand could impact the Los Angeles Chargers’ playoff hopes, and if we’re likely to see the Kansas City Chiefs on the outside looking in when the postseason rolls around. Michigan alum Rich reacts to the end of the Wolverines’ 4-game winning streak to Ohio State and offers up a Mea Culpa to Buckeyes head coach Ryan Day. Rich and the guys debate what’s more insufferable: Mike Del Tufo trolling “insufferable” Michigan Fans or Del Tufo being insufferable. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Hour 1: Steelers at a Crossroads, Lane Kiffin to LSU Spectacle, Bears NFC 1-Seed Reaction
Rich weighs in on the Steelers dropping to 6-6 on the season after falling 26-7 to the Buffalo Bills in a game that featured Pittsburgh fans chanting “fire Tomlin.” Rich comments on the “stupid” spectacle of Lane Kiffin jilting Ole Miss to take the LSU head coaching job, and reacts to the Ben Johnson’s Chicago Bears rising to the 1-seed in the NFC after spanking the Philadelphia Eagles in Week 13. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
NFL Week 13: Tomlin's Hot Seat, Broncos, Bears, Lane Kiffin & More
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. Today's topics: 1:15 - Everyone on the Broncos' summer bandwagon was right... Denver is going to the AFC Championship Game 6:45 - The Cowboys are going to win the NFC East 12:10 - The Pack is back!!! Green Bay is the best team in the NFC 14:35 - Mike Tomlin will be coaching somewhere else in 2026 17:35 - The winner of the AFC North will be 8-9 and go one-and-done in the playoffs 22:25 - The Seahawks vs 49ers in Week 18 will be for the NFC 1-seed 27:00 - The Bears will finish no worse than the 2nd-seed in the NFC 30:45 - Multiple 10-win teams will miss the playoffs 33:05 - Lane Kiffin made the right move... he'll win 2 national championships at LSU Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Hour 3: Mike Vurkunov, The Athletic Basketball Reporter
We get into a little early season NBA talk with Mike Vurkunov from The Athletic. And final thoughts from a big day in sports. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Hour 2: Where will Kiffin Go?
Dan Scwartzman fills in for Dan today and shares his thoughts on where Lane Kiffin will end up coaching next season. Plus we look ahead to today's Bears/Eagles matchup. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Hour 1: Mike Sando, The Athletic, NFL Senior Writer
Dan Schwartzman fills in for Rich today and recaps yesterday's NFL action with The Athletic's Mike Sando. How much did you eat on Thanksgiving and how much Christmas music is too much.. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Survivor Series predictions and exclusive "Big" Bronson Reed interview
O'Shea and TJ preview this weekend's "Survivor Series" with The Vision's "Big" Bronson Reed. The Tribal Thief describes the journey that took him from Adelaide, South Australia to WWE Superstardom. Bronson reveals his welcome to wrestling moment, some of his favorite matches as a fan, just how he came up with the idea to jack Roman Reigns Jordan's, reveals his Bar Fight Crew and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Hour 3: What’s More Likely: Thanksgiving Games Edition, plus Actor Jared Harris In-Studio
Rich reacts to Shedeur Sanders’ latest media session, and in ‘What’s More Likely’ weighs in on the Lions vs Packers, Chiefs vs Cowboys, and Bengals vs Ravens Thanksgiving Day games. Actor Jared Harris joins Rich in-studio to discuss his new ‘Reawakening’ and ‘House of Dynamite’ films that are harrowing in nature but each for its own reason, shares some great stories about meeting Frank Sinatra and his famous father’s (Richard Harris) penchant for hitting it big when betting on the Super Bowl and how the 2-time Academy Award-nominee finally buried the hatchet on his beef with acting legend Marlon Brando, and reveals what hilariously happened the one time he, a Duke alum, went to a Blue Devils basketball game at Cameron Indoor Stadium during the early years of Mike Krzyzewski’s tenure. ‘No-Contest Wrestling’ co-host O’Shea Jackson Jr. drops by the studio. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Hour 2: Week 13 Power Rankings, Rich’s Top 5, plus NFL Insider Tom Pelissero
Rich reveals his brand-new NFL Power Rankings heading into Week 13. NFL Insider Tom Pelissero and Rich discuss the Minnesota Vikings’ commitment to struggling 2nd-year QB JJ McCarthy, how long Shedeur Sanders will remain the Cleveland Browns’ starting QB, how Chip Kelly botched his high-paying Las Vegas Raiders Offensive Coordinator job, and if Ole Miss HC Lane Kiffin or UNC’s Bill Belichick could make a return to the NFL. Rich lists the teams he’s most concerned about heading down the stretch run of the NFL season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Hour 1: Thanksgiving Day NFL Games Preview, plus NFL Network’s Kurt Warner
Rich previews the NFL’s Cowboys vs Chiefs, Packers vs Lions, and Ravens vs Bengals Thanksgiving Day games. Pro Football Hall of Famer/NFL Network analyst Kurt Warner and Rich discuss the struggles of Minnesota Vikings QB JJ McCarthy, what advice he has for the Philadelphia Eagles’ inconsistent offense, what the game tape says about Shedeur Sanders’ first NFL start for the Cleveland Browns, WR George Pickens’ impact on the Dallas Cowboys, and the Los Angeles Rams’ “lethal combination” of Matthew Stafford and Davante Adams. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Hour 3: Aaron Rodgers Update, Jerry Talks Pickens Extension, plus FOX Sports’ Mark Schlereth
NFL on Fox Analyst/’Stinkin’ Truth’ podcast host Mark Schlereth and Rich discuss the below-the-belt punch Carolina Panthers DB Tre’von Moehrig delivered on San Francisco 49ers WR Jauan Jennings, break down the NFC playoff picture heading down the stretch of the season, if the Indianapolis Colts can stave off the Houston Texans and Jacksonville Jaguars for AFC South bragging rights, why the 3rd-place Kansas City Chiefs are still a dangerous team, and how Mike Vrabel’s force of personality has returned the New England Patriots to their winning ways. Rich and the guys react to the latest update on Aaron Rodgers’ status for the Pittsburgh Steelers for Week 13, and weigh in on Jerry Jones’ comments about WR George Pickens’ future with the Dallas Cowboys. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Hour 2: ‘Overreaction Tuesday,’ plus Comedian Jim Gaffigan In-Studio
Rich previews Shedeur Sanders’s next start for the Cleveland Browns against the San Francisco 49ers, and in ‘What’s More Likely’ weighs in whether or not the Niners regret Brock Purdy’s big contract, Myles’ Garrett’s chances to shatter the NFL single-season sack record, the expectations for Buffalo Bills HC Sean McDermott this year, Jaxon Smith-Njigba’s amazing season, if the Cincinnati Bengals would be wise to sit Joe Burrow the rest of the season, and which surprise teams could have new starting quarterbacks next season. Jim Gaffigan joins Rich in-studio to discuss his new ‘The Bourbon Set’ stand-up comedy special on Netflix, weighs in on the Bill Belichick/Jordon Hudson situation at UNC, says why he’s bracing for a chaotic Thanksgiving dinner with his teenage daughter taking over the kitchen, and explains why he 100% agrees with UConn head basketball coach Dan Hurley who’s making his players eat Thanksgiving dinner on Wednesday this year. Rich explains why the Green Bay Packers are still legitimate Super Bowl contenders. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Hour 1: Panthers-49ers Reactions, plus Michigan Head Coach Sherrone Moore
Rich breaks down Christian McCaffrey carrying the San Francisco 49ers’ Monday Night Football win over the Panthers despite Brock Purdy’s 3 interceptions, and weighs in on the below-the-belt shenanigans between Carolina DB Tre’von Moehrig and Niners WR Jauan Jennings. Michigan HC Sherrone Moore and UM alum Rich break down the Wolverines’ mindset heading into their annual heated rivalry game against Ohio State, the biggest challenges the top-ranked Buckeyes present on the field, discuss the growth and development of true freshman QB Bryce Underwood, and more. Rich explains why he’s 100% opposed to the Big Ten Championship Game in football. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Hour 3: Giants vs Lions Wild Ride, Shedeur Starting Again, plus Michigan-Ohio State Honking
Rich reacts to Shedeur Sanders being named the Browns’ Week 13 starting QB, and breaks down the New York Giants blowing another late lead in their Week 12 loss to the Detroit Lions in a game that featured a Jameis Winston touchdown reception and a monster day from Jahmyr Gibbs. Cowboys fans callers come out of the woodwork after Dallas’ big comeback win over the Eagles, and Jets fan Rich shows that he’s still processing the Quinnen Williams and Sauce Gardner trades. Michigan alum Rich voices his confidence that his Wolverines can beat Ohio State for a 5th straight season when the two Big Ten archrivals meet on Saturday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Hour 2: Shedeur Sanders Reactions, Raiders Fire Chip Kelly, Burrow’s Thanksgiving Day Return
Rich comments on Shedeur Sanders getting the win for the Cleveland Browns over the Las Vegas Raiders in his first NFL start, weighs in on the Pete Carroll firing OC Chip Kelly after falling to 2-9 on the season, and reacts to Vikings QB JJ McCarthy entering the Concussion Protocol after suffering through another tough week in Minnesota’s loss to the Green Bay Packers. The guys discuss Joe Burrow’s return to the Cincinnati Bengals for their Thanksgiving Day game against Lamar Jackson and the Baltimore Ravens. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Hour 1: Cowboys’ Comeback, Rams Rout Bucs, Rich Can’t Quit the Chiefs, Bears Rolling
Rich reacts to the Dallas Cowboys’ stunning comeback win over the Eagles after trailing by 21 points at halftime, and comments on what’s next for Philadelphia’s dysfunction-riddled locker room after Sunday’s disheartening loss to their NFC East archrival. Rich explains why MVP frontrunner Matthew Stafford and the rolling Los Angeles Rams are the NFL’s team to beat through 12 weeks of play this season, and says why Kansas City’s overtime win over the Indianapolis Colts illustrates why he can’t quit Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs. Rich weighs in on the Chicago Bears improving to 8-3 on the year under first-time head coach Ben Johnson and 2nd-year QB Caleb Williams. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
NFL Week 12: Rams Roll, Eagles' Panic Time, Gibbs Goes Off (Again)
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. Today's topics: 1:00 - Super Bowl 60 is the Rams' to lose 6:55 - We don't know who the 2nd-best team in the NFL is 11:20 - The Steelers trading away George Pickens was far worse than the Cowboys trading Micah Parsons 16:10 - It's panic button time for the Philadelphia Eagles 19:15 - Winner of Bears/Eagles will be NFC's 2-seed 21:45 - The Raiders won't be competitive until Tom Brady focuses 100% on being an executive 27:25 - Someone other than the Colts is winning the AFC South 31:15 - If Baker Mayfield misses games, the Buccaneers are missing the playoffs 33:30 - Jahmyr Gibbs is the best non-QB in the NFL 37:40 - Loser of Panthers/49ers on MNF is missing the playoffs Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices