The Rich Eisen Show

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

On The Best Of The Rich Eisen Show, Josh Duhamel, Lindsey Vonn, and Jon Bon Jovi. 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

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

On The Best Of The Rich Eisen Show John David Washington, Tom Arnold, and Daryl Morey 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

On The Best Of The Rich Eisen Show, Aaron Rodgers, Jim Gray, and Bobby Canavale. 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

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

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