The Rich Eisen Show

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 podcastchoices.com/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 podcastchoices.com/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 podcastchoices.com/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 podcastchoices.com/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 podcastchoices.com/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 podcastchoices.com/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 podcastchoices.com/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 podcastchoices.com/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 podcastchoices.com/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 podcastchoices.com/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 podcastchoices.com/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 podcastchoices.com/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 podcastchoices.com/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 podcastchoices.com/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 podcastchoices.com/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 podcastchoices.com/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 podcastchoices.com/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 podcastchoices.com/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 podcastchoices.com/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 podcastchoices.com/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 podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Best Of The Rich Eisen Show featuring Travis Kelce, Billy Gardell, and Jed York. 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 podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Best Of The Rich Eisen Show featuring Bob Costas, Jon Hamm, and CC Sabathia. 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 podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 podcastchoices.com/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 podcastchoices.com/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 podcastchoices.com/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 podcastchoices.com/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 podcastchoices.com/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 podcastchoices.com/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 podcastchoices.com/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 podcastchoices.com/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 podcastchoices.com/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). 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 podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 podcastchoices.com/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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 podcastchoices.com/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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 podcastchoices.com/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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 podcastchoices.com/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). 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 podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 podcastchoices.com/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 podcastchoices.com/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 podcastchoices.com/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 podcastchoices.com/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 podcastchoices.com/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 podcastchoices.com/adchoices