Two-time Super Bowl champion coach Tom Coughlin and Rich discuss his new memoir ‘A Giant Win’ including his view from the sideline of David Tyree’s “Helmet Catch” in the Super Bowl vs Bill Belichick’s New England Patriots, why Patrick Mahomes always gives the Chiefs a chance to win any game, that infamous night in Green Bay when it appeared his face was frozen solid, and his reaction to former Giants QB Jesse Palmer going on ‘The Bachelor’ back in the day.  The guys debate which is the greatest catch in Super Bowl history, react to Tom Brady saying he won’t start his broadcasting career until 2024 and Sean Payton’s comments on Russell Wilson in his opening Denver Broncos press conference. In ‘Overreaction Monday’ Rich weighs in on Patrick Mahomes, Jalen Hurts, Travis Kelce and the new Pro Bowl format. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

CBS Sports/Voice of the Nets Ian Eagle tells Rich why Kyrie Irving declined a long-term extension with Brooklyn and forced a trade to the Dallas Mavericks, why he thinks Patrick Mahomes’ ankle injury could be a deciding factor in the Chiefs vs Eagles Super Bowl, and has some fun doing fake TV show promo reads featuring Tom Brady, CSI’s David Caruso, and that ubiquitous Paul Giamatti/Cecily Strong commercial.  Lions QB Jared Goff and Rich discuss Detroit’s “really fun” season that saw them nearly make the playoffs, what impressed him most about rookie DE Aidan Hutchinson, why he wants to remain in the Motor City for a long time, and offers his advice for Eagles QB Jalen Hurts on making his first Super Bowl start.  Rich and the guys break down the Lakers missing out on a trade for Kyrie Irving and what it means for LeBron and company’s outlook for the rest of the season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich explains why, to the chagrin of Philadelphia Eagles fans, this week is ‘Patrick Mahomes Week’ at the Super Bowl and why the Chiefs’ QB has the best chance to match Tom Brady’s long history of NFL accomplishments.  Three-time NFL Defensive Player of the Year J.J. Watt tells Rich why his competitive juices come out even when he’s on a nature hike, why it’s not fun chasing down Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes and Eagles QB Jalen Hurts, what Travis and Jason Kelce bring to KC and Philly, how edge rushers will impact the Super Bowl outcome, why he finally decided to hang up his cleats, and why he would be thrilled to go into the Pro Football Hall of Fame with Tom Brady. Rich reacts to the Brooklyn Nets trading controversial point guard Kyrie Irving to the Dallas Mavericks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich and the guys react to a Woj Bomb report that Kyrie Irving has asked the Brooklyn Nets to trade him. Rich names Kansas City Chiefs DT Chris Jones his Monster.com Athlete of the Week and explains why the Chiefs DT needs to step up and be a wrecking ball against the Philadelphia Eagles in the Super Bowl. Comedian/former U.S. senator Al Franken joins Rich in-studio to discuss his return to stand-up comedy, why he, a Minnesota Vikings fan, is still not over the Dallas Cowboys infamous Drew Pearson Hail Mary almost 50 years ago, how he got his start on ‘Saturday Night Live’ and what it was like doing his famous Stuart Smalley sketch with Michael Jordan, his memorable turn in Eddie Murphy’s ‘Trading Places,’ and more. In ‘What’s More Likely’ Rich weighs in on the Super Bowl, Patrick Mahomes’ ankle, Jalen Hurts’ shoulder, LeBron, Colts, Cardinals, Bills, Cowboys, Jimmy Garoppolo, Aaron Rodgers, Derek Carr, Frank Reich & the Panthers, and DeMeco Ryans and the Houston Texans. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich ranks the top 10 moments from Tom Brady’s illustrious NFL career. New Texans Head Coach DeMeco Ryans tells Rich why he chose to return to Houston instead of taking the Denver Broncos job, if the Texans might use the 2nd overall pick in the upcoming NFL Draft on a quarterback, and what his key to motivating players is as an NFL coach. Rich’s wife, Suzy Shuster, calls in to lament the disappearance of the Billy Joel channel on SiriusXM. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich reacts to the disrespect shown to Eagles Head Coach Nick Sirianni by New York Giants Safety Julian Love and explains why Philadelphia is a legit good team. Pro Football Talk’s Mike Florio tells Rich why Fox Sports has a big conundrum with Tom Brady’s retirement possibly forcing Greg Olsen out of the #1 game analyst spot, why Aaron Rodgers to the Jets could happen and what it would take to get a deal done with the Packers, if the Raiders are more likely to cut Derek Carr or find a trade partner for the quarterback, and what’s holding up a Lamar Jackson long-term contract with the Baltimore Ravens. Rich explains why Derek Carr might be the NFL player with the biggest chip on his shoulder next season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich and the guys react to Patrick Mahomes’ latest comment about his high-ankle sprain heading into the Chiefs’ Super Bowl showdown against the Eagles.  With Tom Brady’s retirement, Rich weighs in on what it means for the spotlight on LeBron James as the Lakers star closes in on Kareem Abdul-Jabbar’s all-time NBA scoring record. Rich and the guys react to 49ers Head Coach Kyle Shanahan saying the team will part ways with Jimmy Garoppolo and debate if the Niners should let Trey Lance and Brock Purdy (elbow-permitting) battle it out or bring in a veteran QB. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

To honor Groundhog Day, Rich and the guys list the top sports moments from their past that they would live to relive over and over again. Tampa Bay Times Buccaneers reporter Rick Stroud tells Rich if the Bucs’ brass was surprised by Tom Brady’s retirement announcement, what factors played a role in TB12’s decision, and if Derek Carr, Aaron Rodgers, Baker Mayfield or Lamar Jackson could be in play to be Tampa Bays’ starting QB next season.  Rich and the guys discuss what happened to the ball from Tom Brady’s final touchdown pass and if it should be returned to the retiring QB or sold at auction. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich reacts to a Davante Adams tweet suggesting Aaron Rodgers joins the Raiders and explains why that possibility makes more sense than the Packers trading him to the Jets or another team. FOX Sports NFL Rules Expert Mike Pereira and Rich discuss the controversial calls and non-calls in the Eagles-49ers NFC Championship Game and the Bengals-Chiefs AFC Championship Game, if the NFL should adopt a college football-style approach and stop games to review plays even without a coach’s challenge flag, how the NFL should implement ‘Replay Assist’ in the Super Bowl, and his recollections of Tom Brady now that the G.O.A.T. has called it quits (again). Rich and the guys debate if Tom Brady should sign a 1-day contract in New England to retire a Patriot. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Former Eagles & Browns executive Joe Banner tells Rich how playing against Tom Brady was bad for his blood pressure, what he saw in Andy Reid when he hired him to be Philadelphia’s head coach back in the day, how Chiefs GM Brett Veach rebuilt the team after their Super Bowl loss to the Buccaneers, reveals Eagles GM Howie Roseman’s amazing NFL origin story, and why Jalen Hurts is playing with a huge chip on his shoulder.  Rich reflects back on Tom Brady’s first Super Bowl following the 9/11 terrorist attacks.  NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport tells Rich how the Broncos were able to lure Sean Payton out of retirement after 49ers DC DeMeco Ryans snubbed them for the Houston Texans, where the Arizona Cardinals and Indianapolis Colts are looking for their next head coaches, why family commitments likely played a big role in Tom Brady’s retirement, why Aaron Rodgers is more likely to be traded than to retire, and if we’ll see Brady on FOX Sports’ Super Bowl coverage. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich reacts to Tom Brady’s retirement announcement this morning and reflects on the massive impact TB12 made on the NFL landscape over the last two decades.  FOX Sports NFL analyst/Pro Football Hall of Famer Howie Long tells Rich why Tom Brady’s storied career will never be duplicated, why Super Bowl LVII should be a great matchup between Patrick Mahomes’ Kansas City Chiefs and Jalen Hurts’ Philadelphia Eagles, and what it means to win the Pat Summerall Award for his charity work with St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital. Rich reacts to the Broncos hiring Sean Payton and says why he’s the perfect coach to fix Russell Wilson after his disastrous first year in Denver. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

ESPN analyst Jesse Palmer joins Rich in-studio to discuss the new season of hosting ABC’s ‘The Bachelor’ and tells a hilarious story about his time on the reality dating show when he was a New York Giants quarterback and how the ultra-serious head coach Tom Coughlin reacted to it, what it was like in the Giants’ quarterback room during Eli Manning’s rookie season when Kurt Warner was also on the team, his reaction to the epic Patrick Mahomes vs Joe Burrow AFC Championship Game, the 49ers options at QB in the wake of Brock Purdy’s torn elbow ligament. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich lists his ‘Top 5 Storylines Coming Out of Championship Weekend’ including takes on Joe Burrow’s next contract, the 49ers’ big question at QB, poor NFL officiating, the Chiefs/Eagles Super Bowl, and Paul Giamatti’s ubiquitous Einstein commercial. The MMQB’s Albert Breer tells Rich why there’s been a delay with NFL teams hiring new head coaches, if Sean Payton is more likely to return to FOX Sports or take a coaching job, if Jim Harbaugh is just using his NFL interest as leverage to get a bigger contract at Michigan, what could derail Tom Brady signing with the 49ers, if the Raiders will be able to find a trade partner for Derek Carr, and if the Bears will stick with Justin Fields or select another quarterback with the #1 overall pick in the upcoming NFL Draft.  Rich breaks down the Bears’ option with the #1 pick in the NFL Draft and says if Chicago trades Justin Fields, his New York Jets should be first in line to acquire the QB. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich reacts to the news of Brock Purdy’s torn elbow ligament and explains why bringing in Tom Brady might make the most sense over the Niners’ Trey Lance and Jimmy Garoppolo options, followed by a deep dive on if the 49ers, Dallas Cowboys or Miami Dolphins, Las Vegas Raiders, Carolina Panthers or sticking with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers would make the most sense for TB12.  Rich and the guys break down the controversial incident in the NFC Championship game where an Eagles punt might have hit the FOX Sports Sky Cam wire. Rich reveals that his son, Cooper, alleges his dad is cheating in their fantasy hoops league by taking away his iPad on Sunday nights to keep him from setting his lineup. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Two-time Super Bowl champion Eli Manning and Rich discuss the latest AFC Championship Game showdown between Patrick Mahomes’ Kansas City Chiefs and Joe Burrow’s Cincinnati Bengals, if he thinks Jalen Hurts and the Philadelphia Eagles can take down KC in the Super Bowl, and if Daniel Jones has earned the right to be the New York Giants’ QB for the long term.  In ‘Overreaction Monday’ Rich weighs in on Tom Brady-to-the-49ers possibility, Sky Judge, Mahomes’ Hall of Fame credentials, if the Eagles or Chiefs should be Super Bowl favorites, if Jim Harbaugh will return to the NFL next season, Sean Payton’s coaching future and how new Chargers’ OC Kellen Moore will impact Justin Herbert.   Rich and the guys react to Jalen Hurts’ postgame comments that illustrated the Eagles QB’s resolve and determination in the face of his doubters. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich recaps the epic showdown between Patrick Mahomes’ Kansas City Chiefs and Joe Burrow’s Cincinnati Bengals in the AFC Championship game and explains why Cincinnati fans should remain positive despite seeing their Super Bowl hopes dashed in KC. Rich recaps the 49ers vs Eagles NFC Championship game that saw rookie QB Brock Purdy suffer an elbow injury early on that doomed the Niners’ offense against a stout Philadelphia defense, and debates the guys if SF head coach Kyle Shanahan adjusted enough after Purdy’s injury and the concussion to his backup Josh Johnson. Rich weighs in on what he believes is the false narrative that the Eagles haven’t really played a tough schedule and will be exposed in the Super Bowl against the Chiefs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In his ‘What’s More Likely’ segment Rich weighs in on the top matchups and possible outcomes in the Bengals vs Chiefs AFC Championship Game and the Eagles vs 49ers NFC Championship. The guys weigh in on the Memphis Grizzlies brashness and whether or not Ja Morant and company have earned their swagger yet. Rich ranks the top Super Bowl matchup scenarios he wants to see on Super Sunday with a special shout out to Paul Giamatti. Rich and the guys update the latest on Patrick Mahomes’ high-ankle sprain, Del Tufo forecasts weather in Kansas City and Philadelphia for the AFC and NFC title games, the guys make their predictions for how the game will play out, and Brockman offers up his betting advice in ‘Sneaky Good Games.’ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich reacts to Cowboys Defensive Coordinator Dan Quinn removing himself from head coaching opportunities for the 2nd straight year to remain an assistant in Dallas.  NFL Insider Tom Pelissero tells Rich how injuries like Patrick Mahomes’ ankle could impact the AFC and NFC Championship games, why the Carolina Panthers choose Frank Reich to be their new head coach, if there’s some underlying reasons for Dan Quinn to remain a Cowboys assistant rather than become the Arizona Cardinals or Indianapolis Colts head coach, if Sean Payton returns to coaching or returns to FOX Sports next fall, if 49ers DC DeMeco Ryans could land as the Houston Texans HC, and why there’s a realistic chance Aaron Rodgers is the New York Jets’ QB next season.  Rich explains why Eagles DE Brandon Graham is his Monster.com Player of the Week and needs to step up and be a game-changer against Brock Purdy and the 49ers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich breaks down the AFC Championship Game QB matchup between the Cincinnati Bengals’ Joe Burrow vs the Kansas City Chiefs’ Patrick Mahomes and the NFC Championship Game’s matchup between the 49ers’ Brock Purdy and the Philadelphia Eagles’ Jalen Hurts. FOX Sports NFL analyst Greg Olsen tells Rich why 49ers rookie QB Brock Purdy looks like anything but the last pick in the 2022 NFL Draft, how the Eagles’ offensive scheme with Jalen Hurts compares to Cam Newton’s Super Bowl season, and how much an impact Christian McCaffrey can have on the NFC Championship Game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dodgers play-by-play announcer Charley Steiner joins Rich in-studio to discuss the 30-year anniversary of his hilarious on-air reaction during a live SportsCenter show to Carl Lewis’ infamous national anthem attempt, relive their favorite memories from SportsCenter’s early 90’s heydays, shares his favorite memories of the late sportscasting legend Vin Scully, and explains why former Phillies 3B deserved to be elected into the Baseball Hall of Fame.  Rich comments on the Carolina Panthers hiring Frank Reich as head coach and what it means for Sean Payton, breaks down the latest Patrick Mahomes practice footage, and reacts to the Kansas City Chiefs giving the Bengals some bulletin board material. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Eagles TE Dallas Goedert tells Rich how head coach Nick Sirianni’s extreme competitiveness rubs off on the team, how Jalen Hurts staked his locker room leadership claim the first day he walked in the door, how winning a real Super Bowl would compare to winning one in Madden franchise mode, if he belongs among the NFL’s elite tight ends like Travis Kelce and George Kittle, and more.  Rich and the guys get into a heated debate on whether it’s better for the Jets to win a Super Bowl with Aaron Rodgers or to win it with a homegrown talent in Zach Wilson. The guys have a tongue-in-cheek reaction to Patrick Mahomes’ latest comments on his ankle injury. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jets fan Rich reacts to the team hiring failed former Denver Broncos Head Coach Nathaniel Hackett to be their Offensive Coordinator and says why he’s dubious about how well Aaron Rodgers would do under the scrutiny of the NYC media if he were to join his former OC in the Big Apple.  ESPN NFL analyst Louis Riddick tells Rich which matchups will be the keys to victory in the Bengals vs Chiefs AFC Championship Game and the Eagles vs 49ers NFC Championship Game, what Niners HC Kyle Shanahan must do to minimize Brock Purdy’s lack of big game experience, what the Cowboys and Buffalo Bills must do this offseason to get over the playoff hump. Rich weighs in on rumors that some NFL higher ups are keen on the idea of playing the AFC and NFC Championship games at neutral-site stadiums. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The MMQB’s Albert Breer and Rich discuss how Patrick Mahomes’ sprained ankle and Jalen Hurts’ shoulder injury could impact the ACF and NFC title games, why Joe Burrow has been a special player ever since his first youth league game, what the Buffalo Bills and Dallas Cowboys must do to bounce back from their early playoff exits, why he wouldn’t be surprised if Sean Payton waits another year before returning to coach in the NFL, and which teams are the front runners to land Tom Brady of the GOAT comes back for one more season.   Rich lists his top 5 coaches of the year among the Giants Brian Daboll, the Jaguars Doug Pederson, the Bills Sean McDermott, the Eagles Nick Sirianni, the 49ers Kyle Shanahan and a surprise candidate. Rich voices his extreme dislike for the NBA’s All Star Game team reveal process, and breaks down some Patrick Mahomes practice footage from today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

ESPN NFL Analyst Matt Hasselbeck tells Rich why Brock Purdy deserves to be the NFL Rookie of the Year, why the 49ers will have their hands full with Jalen Hurts and the Philadelphia Eagles, how the Chiefs will likely adjust their playbook in the wake of Patrick Mahomes’ ankle injury, and why Joe Burrow is playing the best of all the remaining QB in the playoffs. Rich and the guys react to Patrick Mahomes’ latest comments on his playing status for Chiefs vs Bengals in the AFC Championship Game. Brockman goes under the microscope examine his most accurate hits and wild misses from his Overreaction Monday takes from this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich comments on the AFC and NFC Championship games and says why it’s too soon to say certain players and coaches have their legacies on the line this weekend.  Bengals RB Joe Mixon tells Rich what it’s like being in the huddle with Joe Burrow, what it would mean to get another shot to win the Super Bowl after coming up short against the Rams last season, why he fully expects Patrick Mahomes to play for the Chiefs in their AFC Championship Game rematch, and why his coin flip fine was worth every penny, and how his team handled the Damar Hamlin collapse in Buffalo. Rich and the guys debate if 49ers QB Brock Purdy should be the NFL’s Rookie of the Year despite starting just 7 games this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich lists his ‘Top 5 Storylines to Come Out of the NFL’s Divisional Round Games’ including takes on Joe Burrow, Josh Allen and the Buffalo Bills, Jerry Jones and the Dallas Cowboys, Patrick Mahomes’ ankle, 49ers QB Brock Purdy, and those ubiquitous Paul Giamatti/Albert Einstein commercials. Actor/director Dave Franco joins Rich in-studio to discuss his new Amazon Prime Video film ‘Somebody I Used to Know’ and what it’s like to direct his wife Alison Brie, his lifelong love of the 49ers and if Brock Purdy has earned the right to be the Niners’ starting QB next season, and takes a turn in the host seat where he more-than-capably peppers Rich with some questions of his own. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Resident Patriots fan Chris Brockman reacts to Bill Belichick bringing Bill O’Brien back into the fold to be the Pats’ new Offensive Coordinator.  Former Raiders GM Mike Mayock tells Rich what Josh Allen must do to get the Buffalo Bills over the hump in the AFC, why Joe Burrow is even better than predicted coming out of LSU, why the Eagles’ offense is much more than just Jalen Hurts, how the Chiefs will handle a limited Patrick Mahomes if he even plays at all vs the Bengals, and how he see the AFC and NFC Championship games playing out. Chiefs WR JuJu Smith-Schuster tells Rich if he’s concerned for Patrick Mahomes’ high-ankle sprain, how KC head coach Andy Reid compares to Steeler HC Mike Tomlin, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich reacts to Tom Brady’s most recent comments about his NFL future and speculates on TB12’s options to play next season or retire. 49ers All-Pro LB Fred Warner and Rich discuss the Niners’ Divisional Round win over the Dallas Cowboys, the uncanny poise of rookie QB Brock Purdy, the challenge of facing Jalen Hurts and the Eagles’ multi-faceted offense, and what winning a Super Bowl would mean after falling short in the NFC Championship Game against the Rams last season. Rich and the guys compare Brock Purdy to Kurt Warner’s emergence from obscurity to stardom for the Rams in their 1999 Super Bowl season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In his ‘Overreaction Monday’ segment Rich weighs in on Josh Allen’s chances to win a title during his career, Daniel Jones’ Giants future, if a Bengals-Eagles Super Bowl is a fait accompli, if the Cowboys have gone as far as Dak Prescott can take them, Shannon Sharpe’s blowup at the Lakers-Grizzlies game, if the 49ers should be worried about Brock Purdy heading into their NFC Championship Game showdown against the Eagles, and if Aaron Rodgers and Tom Brady will be playing for new teams next season.  Rich and the guys debate of Josh Allen has taken a step down in QB tier rankings after his inconsistent season, and says what Patrick Mahomes’ high ankle sprain means for the Chiefs’ chances against the Bengals in the AFC Championship game.  Rich takes the chance to gloat over his final power rankings he posted before the playoffs began in which he had the 49ers, Chiefs, Bengals and Eagles as his top 4 teams. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Two-time Super Bowl champion & ‘Green Light’ podcast host Chris Long tells Rich why the Bengals’ relatively easy win over the Bills in Buffalo was the most impressive performance of the NFL’s Divisional Round games, if there’s a chance Patrick Mahomes’ high-anke sprain could keep him out of the AFC Championship Game, how Joe Burrow compares to Tom Brady, why the Cowboys once again failed to reach the NFC title game, and why should expect a very physical showdown between the 49ers and Eagles for the right to rep the NFC in the Super Bowl.  Rich comments on Joe Burrow’s upcoming contact talks and wonders if the Bengals QB will take a smaller piece of the pie (a la Tom Brady) so the team can continue to place talent around him, and breaks down the disappointing end to the Buffalo Bills’ once-promising year and what the team should do to bolster their offense next season.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich recaps Joe Burrow and the Cincinnati Bengals’ huge road win over the Buffalo Bills for a 2nd straight trip to the AFC Championships Game, says how much blame Dak Prescott should take for the Cowboys’ latest playoff disappointment, if Jerry Jones should cut bait with head coach Mike McCarthy and hire Sean Payton or move on from Dak Prescott (possibly with Aaron Rodgers??).   Rich breaks down the Eagles impressive win over Daniel Jones and the New York Giants and why the 49ers will have a tall task against Jalen Hurts and the Philly offense in the NFC Championship game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

ESPN’s Troy Aikman tells Rich his favorite memories from the Dallas Cowboys-San Francisco 49ers rivalry in the 90’s, weighs in on Tom Brady’s NFL future and if the G.O.A.T. will come back for another season, previews SF vs DAL and if rookie QB Brock Purdy can lead the Niners to the Super Bowl and what a 4th Super Bowl win would mean for Cowboys owner Jerry Jones.  Al in Dallas calls in to preview his New York Giants’ chances to upset the Philadelphia Eagles. Rich says how Brock Purdy’s rise compares to Kurt Warner’s and Tom Brady’s NFL origin stories, and says why Jaguars RB Travis Etienne is his Monster Athlete of the Week that must have a huge game for the Jags to pull off the upset in Kansas City against Patrick Mahomes’ Chiefs.  Mike Del Tufo forecasts the weather for all the NFL’s Divisional Round games followed by Rich hyping up the top storylines for Saturday and Sunday’s games along with Brockman’s ‘Sneaky Good Games.’ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich reacts to Ravens GM Eric DeCosta’s recent comments about Lamar Jackson’s murky future in Baltimore.  Rich and the guys debate if Jackson will be able to get a fully guaranteed contract given his recent injury history and which team he’s likely to suit up for next season, and in ‘What’s More Likely’ Rich weighs in on the weekend’s NFL Divisional Round game. Rich comments on the NFL’s ticket selling plan for a possible neutral-site AFC Championship game in Atlanta between the Bills and Chiefs and why it could be seen as a slight on the Cincinnati Bengals and Jacksonville Jaguars. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich breaks down the NFL Divisional Round teams and says why 49ers QB Brock Purdy’s rise is the most compelling story of the 8 remaining quarterbacks. ESPN’s Steve Young tells Rich why 49ers rookie QB Brock Purdy reminds him of a Luke Skywalker-esque Jedi master, how Giants HC Brian Daboll turned Daniel Jones’ career around, his advice for embattled Jets QB (and fellow BYU alum) Zach Wilson, reveals how the 49ers-Cowboys epic rivalry of the mid-90’s defined his Hall of Fame career, and shares a great story about the time the Tampa Bay Buccaneers tried to convince Bo Jackson to give up his pro baseball dreams to play exclusively in the NFL. Rich and the guys debate if Brock Purdy has already done enough to win the 49ers’ starting QB job next season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Pro Football Hall of Famer Marshall Faulk tells guest host Suzy Shuster how Brock Purdy’s unexpected success compares to Kurt Warner’s emergence in 1999 for the Rams, why the Dallas Cowboys CANNOT afford to lose to the 49ers and their rookie QB, previews Bills vs Bengals, Giants vs Eagles, Chiefs vs Jaguars, and says why the G-Men must bring QB Daniel Jones back next season.  Suzy offers up her top hows to watch instead of TLC’s ‘Milf Manor’ including ‘Ozark,’ ‘Modern Family,’ ‘Tulsa King,’ ‘1883,’ ‘Yellowstone,’ and ‘Ted Lasso.’ Brockman breaks down the latest comments from John Harbaugh and the Ravens’ GM concerning Lamar Jackson’s tenuous future in Baltimore. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

NFL Network analyst Kurt Warner tells guest host Suzy Shuster why he’s not surprised at the early success of 49ers rookie QB Brock Purdy, says what Trevor Lawrence must do/not do for the Jacksonville Jaguars to upset the Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs, why he’s concerned for the New York Giants against the Philadelphia Eagles, why Josh Allen is as much a liability as an asset for the Buffalo Bills against Joe Burrow’s Cincinnati Bengals, why he sees the 49ers ending the Dallas Cowboys’ Super Bowl hopes for a 2nd straight season, and what factors will determine if and for which team Tom Brady returns to play next season.   Former NFL players Brian Arakpo and Michael Griffin along with Bryan Hynson talk the new season of ‘The Cupcake Guys’ on The Roku Channel, Arch Manning and the Texas Longhorns and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Guest host Suzy Shuster and the guys break down the NFL’s Divisional Round games and the latest news from around the league.  NFL Insider Tom Pelissero tells Suzy how Byron Leftwich went from a hot head coaching candidate to getting fired as the Buccaneers’ Offensive Coordinator, which teams are the frontrunners to land Sean Payton as their next head coach, the likelihood Tom Brady retires or comes back for another NFL season, and how the Lamar Jackson-Baltimore Ravens contract negotiations could play out.  Suzy and the guys discuss the anniversary of the Raiders/Patriots “Tuck Rule Game,” the 49ers vs Cowboys, ‘Curb Your Enthusiasm,’ parenting and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Cowboys fan TJ debates whether or not to accept a bet from the show’s resident die-hard 49ers fan Jordan Sherrow on Sunday’s Dallas-San Francisco Divisional Round matchup.  FOX Sports NFL Analyst/3-time Super Bowl Champion Daryl “Moose” Johnston and Rich break down the Giants vs Eagles Divisional Round matchup, says why rookie QB Brock Purdy looks like a high schooler in appearance but more like a seasoned NFL veteran on the field, and shares his favorite memories from the Cowboys-49ers rivalry over the years.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

ESPN’s Robert Griffin III and Rich discuss the snowballing controversy surrounding Lamar Jackson and the Ravens and the QB’s future in Baltimore, why he’s bullish on Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs but bearish on Dak Prescott and the Dallas Cowboys against the 49ers, Tom Brady’s murky NFL future, and why the Eagles shouldn’t overlook the running ability of Giants QB Daniel Jones. Rich and the guys debate which of the 8 remaining NFL head coaches in the playoffs would benefit the most from a Super Bowl win. Michigan alum Rich weighs in on Jim Harbaugh’s decision to return to Ann Arbor next season after his latest flirtation with returning to the NFL. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich breaks down the AFC Divisional round QBs saying we can expect Patrick Mahomes, Joe Burrow and Josh Allen vying for AFC supremacy for years to come.  Pro Football Talk’s Mike Florio tells Rich if it’s possible the Dolphins ditch Tua Tagovailoa for Tom Brady next season, where Sean Payton is likely to be coaching next season, why the Chargers brass decided to hang onto embattled head coach Brandon Staley, and if Lamar Jackson has played his final game for the Baltimore Ravens.  Rich and the guys wrap up the hour heatedly debating proper coffee machine etiquette in the workplace.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

FOX Sports NFL Rules Expert Mike Pereira tells Rich the league is using a de facto “Sky Judge” on their “replay assist” plays, if we’ll see Roughing the Passer and other personal foul calls put under review, and weighs in on Joey Bosa’s inflammatory comments that NFL refs are out to get him and other players with no repercussions or accountability.  Rich makes the case for the NFL adopting Sky Judge to help NFL officials on the field get calls right, and weighs in on Tom Brady’s NFL future outlining the two factors that will impact whether he retires or comes back to play another season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich recaps the Cowboys throttling of the Buccaneers in their Wild Card game saying Dallas definitely proved him and other critics wrong, and recaps the Bucs’ rollercoaster season that saw Tom Brady and Tampa’s offense struggle to put points on the scoreboard for much of the year.  Pro Football Hall of Famer/NFL Network analyst Michael Irvin tells Rich why he never doubted the Dallas Cowboys would easily handle Tom Brady and the Buccaneers in their Wild Card round matchup, and why he’s not so confident for America’s Team heading into their Divisional Round showdown with the San Francisco 49ers. Rich reacts to the Chargers firing Offensive Coordinator Joe Lombardi and sticking with embattled head coach Brandon Staley. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jaguars WR Christian Kirk recaps Jacksonville’s thrilling comeback from a 27-0 hole to beat the Chargers in their Wild Card matchup, says why he relished proving his doubters wrong after signing that big free agent contract before last season, and says why playing in the Super Bowl in his hometown is definitely on his mind.  Rich comments on the Seahawks’ Wild Card loss to the 49ers and says what Pete Carroll should do at the QB position next season in the wake of Geno Smith’s breakthrough year, predicts that embattled Chargers Head Coach Brandon Staley keeps his job but will be forced to hire a new offense coordinator, and says what’s at stake for Tom Brady, Dak Prescott and Mike McCarthy in the Cowboys vs Buccaneers Wild Card showdown. Rich wraps up the hour listing his top 5 turning points from the NFL’s Super Wild Card Weekend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Cowboys All-Pro LB Micah Parsons tells Rich how he’s preparing mentally to face Tom Brady and the Buccaneers in Dallas’ Wild Card showdown, shares his admiration for fellow edge rusher Nick Bosa of the 49ers but says he’s no fan of the NFL’s Roughing the Passer crackdown.  Rich recaps the 49ers’ throttling of the Seahawks and how rookie QB Brock Purdy continues to impress, and weighs in on Sean Payton’s chances to coach Justin Herbert and the Chargers next season, Josh Allen’s newfound propensity for throwing INTs, if the Giants can upset the Eagles next weekend, if the Vikings should move on from Kirk Cousins, Lamar Jackson’s Ravens future, and if Brock Purdy has earned the 49ers’ starting QB job for next season in a round of ‘Overreaction Monday.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich explains why the Giants ousting the Vikings from the playoffs thanks to the stellar game from Daniel Jones, and weighs in on what Lamar Jackson not traveling to Cincinnati for the Ravens Wild Card game bodes for his future in Baltimore.  Two-time Super Bowl champion and ‘Green Light’ podcast host Chris Long tells Rich why he thinks Lamar Jackson has played his last game for the Baltimore Ravens, if John Harbaugh should come under scrutiny for the QB sneak that turned into a 98-yard fumble return TD for the Bengals, his reaction to the Chargers’ epic meltdown against the Jaguars, if Daniel Jones can lead the Giants to a Super Bowl title, why Josh Allen is the Buffalo Bills’ biggest question mark right now, and why he sees Tom Brady and the Buccaneers ousting the Dallas Cowboys from the playoffs.  Rich reacts to the NFL using more “replay assist” in this year’s playoffs and calls if it to be utilized for Roughing the Passer calls as well. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In ‘What’s More Likely’ Rich weighs in on each of the NFL’s Super Wild Card Weekend games featuring the Chargers vs Jaguars, 49ers vs Seahawks, Giants vs Vikings, Bengals vs Ravens, Dolphins vs Bills and Cowboys vs Buccaneers.  Rich breaks down the NFL playoff field and says how postseason experience will factor into Super Wild Card Weekend’s quarterback play.  Buccaneers All-Pro WR Mike Evans tells Rich how the Bucs’ adversity this season has them prepared for the playoffs, what Tom Brady says to the locker room to get them fired up each week, and Tampa’s mindset heading into their wild card showdown with the Dallas Cowboys. Rich previews the top storylines for each Super Wild Card Weekend game and lays out how certain players and teams can silence their critics and write their own narrative with statement victories. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

NBC Sports Boston’s Tom Curran tells Rich why the Patriots hiring an actual Offensive Coordinator is a very good thing for Bill Belichick’s team next season and if there’s a chance the team will move on from Mac Jones as the Pats’ starting quarterback. Bryan Cranston joins Rich in-studio to discuss the new season of his Showtime series ‘Your Honor,’ appearing in the ‘Better Call Saul’ series finale, and talks ‘Breaking Bad,’ ‘Malcolm in the Middle’ and his brief time as a Preparation H spokesman in a round of ‘Celebrity True or False.’ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

NBC Sports Boston’s Tom Curran tells Rich why the Patriots hiring an actual Offensive Coordinator is a very good thing for Bill Belichick’s team next season and if there’s a chance the team will move on from Mac Jones as the Pats’ starting quarterback. Bryan Cranston joins Rich in-studio to discuss the new season of his Showtime series ‘Your Honor,’ appearing in the ‘Better Call Saul’ series finale, and talks ‘Breaking Bad,’ ‘Malcolm in the Middle’ and his brief time as a Preparation H spokesman in a round of ‘Celebrity True or False.’ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich reacts to Lamar Jackson’s detailed tweet updating the status if his knee injury that will keep him out of the Ravens wild card game against AFC North rival Cincinnati Bengals, and weighs in on the Patriots’ press release announce they’re interviewing OC candidates after a less-than-stellar showing on offense this season. Seahawk’s WR Tyler Lockett tells Rich how Pete Carroll’s infectious attitude helped Seattle’s improbable run to the playoffs, how Geno Smith’s emergence has inspired Seattle’s locker room, and previews the challenges the 49ers present in their Super Wild Card Weekend showdown.  Rich reacts to the revelation that Chargers WR Mike Williams will miss L.A.’s wild card game against the Jaguars after suffering a fractured back because HC Brandon Staley played him in a meaningless Week 18 loss to the Broncos.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich and the guys debate if they prefer higher floors at hotels which leads to a funny recounting of Rich’s adventures at a celebrity charity golf tournament.  Rich and the guys react to reports that the Knicks are using facial recognition at Madison Square Garden to deal with fans who are outspoken against team owner James Dolan.  Rich lists his ‘Top 5 Teams on Upset Alert’ in the NFL’s Super Wild Card Weekend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sports Illustrated’s Chris Mannix joins Rich in-studio to reveal why he had a falling out with the Dan Patrick Show, says why the Lakers should trade a future 1st round pick to give LeBron more weapons, why the Warriors have struggled of late, if Nikola Jokic is on the road to another MVP award, if the Nets can continue their winning ways without Kevin Durant, which teams will be buyers at the NBA Trade Deadline, and why teams are salivating over the chance to draft 7’4” phenom Victor Wembanyama.  Rich and the guys preview the Cowboys vs Buccaneers wild card game and why the outcome could play a big role in determining Tom Brady’s NFL future. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich weighs in on the NFL’s decision to play a potential Bills-Chiefs AFC Championship game in Atlanta, and reacts to Derek Carr’s goodbye note to Raiders fans and ponders where the quarterback could land next season.  FOX Sports’ Mark Sanchez joins Rich in-studio where he reveals that the Seahawks welched on their promise do draft him #4 overall in the 2009 NFL Draft, previews Super Wild Card Weekend, voices his concern for Tua Tagovailoa’s lingering concussion, says how much playoff experience will play a role in this weekend’s quarterback play, shares a some great Joe Namath stories, says if the Jets can salvage the career of former #2 overall pick Zach Wilson, and how the NFL’s QB landscape could be drastically different next season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Colorado Head Football Coach Deion Sanders and Rich discuss how he finally made in on the cover of GQ, reveals what it was like taking helicopter rides when he was playing professional football and baseball at the same time, reveals why he left Jackson State for Colorado, and says how he’ll use the Transfer Portal to return the Buffs back to national prominence.  Actor Rex Lin joins Rich in-studio to discuss his ABC series ‘Big Sky: Deadly Trails,’ his love of the Texas football and what he told Peyton Manning about his nephew Arch Manning joining the Longhorns, shares an hilarious story about fellow actor Michael Shannon along with his favorite memories of making ‘Cliffhanger’ with Sylvester Stallone. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

NBC Sports’ Mike Tirico and Rich discuss if the Baltimore Ravens have a shot to beat the Bengals without injured QB Lamar Jackson, if Joe Burrow’s Cincinnati squad is the hottest team coming into the playoffs, why he thinks a neutral-site AFC Championship game should be played at Lambeau Field, and weighs in on Aaron Rodgers’ uncertain Packers future. Rich debates if he would want Lamar Jackson on his Jets if the former MVP parts ways with the Ravens, and reveals his latest NFL Power Rankings heading into the playoffs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich reacts to the news that Tua Tagovialoa will not play in the Dolphins’ Wild Card game vs the Bills and ponders the QB’s future in the wake of multiple concussions this season, and weighs in on Lamar Jackson’s injury status shooting down whispers that the Baltimore QB is purposely sitting out because of his protracted contract negotiations.  All Elite Wrestling President Tony Khan joins Rich in-studio to discuss the meteoric rise of AEW, weighs in on his Jacksonville Jaguars’ AFC South title and Trevor Lawrence’s growth as a leader this season, and espouses the role of analytics in the NFL and Premier League soccer.  Rich wraps up the hour with his take on the Golden Globes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Former All-Pro NFL OT-turned Amazon Prime Video NFL Analyst Andrew Whitworth joins Rich in-studio where he reveals what it was like going from the playing field to being a part of the media, why the Eagles are the most impressive team he’s seen this season, if the 49ers can win it all with Brock Purdy at QB, why the Trevor Lawrence and the Jacksonville Jaguars are a dangerous playoff team, if the Cowboys can top Tom Brady and the Buccaneers in their Super Wild Card Weekend showdown, if Mac Jones will be the Patriots’ starting QB when the 2023 season kicks off, if he thinks Rams HC Sean McVay will retire from coaching, explains in no uncertain terms why he could not care less about whether or not Aaron Rodgers retires, and reveals his Super Bowl predictions. Rich and the guys break down which NFL teams could be shopping for a new quarterback this offseason with the likes of Derek Carr, Jimmy Garoppolo and Baker Mayfield on the market. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The MMQB’s Albert Breer tells Rich how Georgia’s depth is the key to their back-to-back national championships, if Bulldogs QB Stetson Bennett IV will be drafted in April, if this is the year Jim Harbaugh returns to the NFL, why the Cardinals canned Kliff Kingsbury after giving him a long contract extension, if any head coaches in the playoffs are on the hot seat (ahem, Brandon Staley, the likelihood Rams HC Sean McVay retires, and if the Bears could use the #1 overall draft pick on a quarterback despite having Justin Fields on the roster.  Rich and the guys debate if the Bears should trade Justin Fields and draft a QB #1 overall or stick with the incumbent quarterback and draft a defender, and lists his top teams who missed out on the playoffs this year but should be ones to watch next season including the Jets, Bears, Rams, Lions, and Steelers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich recaps Stetson Bennett and Georgia’s thorough demolition of TCU in the College Football Playoff national championship game, and laments Michigan’s loss to the Horned Frogs in their CFP semifinal and makes the case that the Wolverines would have given the Bulldogs much more of a fight. Rich and the guys react to the breaking news that free agent SS Carlos Correa is returning to the Minnesota Twins after failing to ink deals with the San Francisco Giants and New York Mets because of failed physicals. Rich comments on Jerry Jones shooting down any notion that head coach Mike McCarthy is coaching for his job in the Dallas Cowboys’ Wild Card game vs Tom Brady’s Buccaneers, and recaps the hugely disappointing season turned in by the Indianapolis Colts this year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Michigan All-American RB Blake Corum tells Rich why he chose to forgo the 2023 NFL Draft to return to Ann Arbor next season and if Jim Harbaugh’s up-in-the-air status played a role in his decision, predicts who wins the College Football Playoff final of TCU vs Georgia, and says what Wolverine fans can expect from the team next fall.   Rich recaps the Buffalo Bills’ first game since Damar Hamlin’s on-field collapse that featured not one but two long kickoff return TDs by Nyheim Hines, and weighs in on Chargers Head Coach Brandon Staley’s controversial decision to play key starters in a meaningless Week 18 game that resulted in injuries to WR Mike Williams, DE Joey Bosa and others. Rich lists his “Top 5 Most Disappointing NFL Teams” for the 2022 season among the Raiders, Broncos, Cardinals, Jets and Colts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Two-time Super Bowl champion and ‘Green Light’ podcast host Chris Long tells Rich why he wouldn’t be shocked to see Aaron Rodgers on a different team next season, says why he has no issues with Chargers HC Brandon Staley playing key starters (and losing some to injury) in a meaningless Week 18 game, why he has zero trust in the Dallas Cowboys in their Wild Card showdown with Tom Brady and the Buccaneers, says why the Bengals and 49ers are the two most dangerous teams in the playoffs, and explains what Bill Belichick should do this offseason to fix the Patriots’ broken offense.  In his ‘Overreaction Monday’ segment Rich weighs in on Sean Payton’s coaching future, Lamar Jackson, Cowboys, Aaron Rodgers, Lions, 49ers, Super Wild Card Weekend, and if the Bears should cut bait with Justin Fields and draft a QB with their #1 overall pick. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich reacts to the breaking news that the Cardinals have fired head coach Kliff Kingsbury and says why Arizona’s next move should be to call USC head coach Lincoln Riley, and breaks down the Packers’ season-ending loss to the Lions and if we’ve seen the last of Aaron Rodgers playing home games in Green Bay, says why the Dallas Cowboys laying a giant egg in their regular season finale against the Commanders is not Mike McCarthy’s fault, and debates if the 49ers should stick with rookie QB Brock Purdy if Jimmy Garoppolo is healthy for the playoffs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich and the guys debate which would be the best neutral site stadiums for the AFC Championship game if the scenarios that require it play out, and gives kudos to the Doug Pederson and the Jacksonville Jaguars for going from having the #1 overall pick to the doorstep of winning the AFC South. In ‘What’s More Likely’ Rich weighs in on the AFC and NFC playoff pictures, Jim Harbaugh and Sean Payton’s coaching futures, NFL hot seats, and more. Rich reveals the top 5 matchups he wants to see most come NFL Super Wild Card Weekend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

ESPN announcer Chris Fowler joins Rich in-studio to preview the College Football Playoff national championship game between defending champ Georgia Bulldogs vs Cinderella underdog TCU Horned Frogs, says why calling a game at the Rose Bowl was like “a religious experience,” reveals how he landed at ESPN and turned ‘College GameDay’ into a weekly must-watch event each fall, shares his favorite Lee Corso stories from the GameDay set, talks Serena Williams’ future and much more. Rich and the guys discuss the NFL playoff changes in the wake of the Bills-Bengals game cancellation and possible locales for a neutral site AFC Championship Game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich breaks down the NFL’s decision to cancel the Bills-Bengals Week 17 game and what that means for the league’s playoff picture including the very real possibility of playing the AFC Championship Game at a neutral site. NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero tells Rich how the NFL came to the decision to cancel the Bills vs Bengals game, which stadiums could host a potential neutral site AFC Championship Game, and when the Eagles and Ravens can expect to see Jalen Hurts and Lamar Jackson back on the field. Rich comments on the Steelers’ playoff chances and the fact that they need some help from Jets QB Joe Flacco of all people to reach the postseason.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich and the guys debate the merits of the NFL expanding the playoff field to 8 teams in order to address the unfinished Bills-Bengals Week 17 game.  The MMQB’s Albert Breer tells Rich why the first responders deserve all the kudos they can get for saving the life of Bills’ Safety Damar Hamlin, what the NFL’s options are for dealing with the unfinished Bills vs Bengals game, and if this is the year Jim Harbaugh finally takes the bait and returns to coach in the NFL. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Red Sox fan Brockman reacts to Rafael Devers’ fat new contract while Mets fan TJ still holds out hope the Mets and Carlos Correa can finalize their deal, and Rich breaks down the NFL’s options when it comes to what do to with the suspended Bills vs Bengals game and how it could impact playoff seedings. ‘CBS Mornings’ co-host and ‘The NFL Today’ analyst Nate Burleson and Rich discuss the reported improvement in Damar Hamlin’s condition, the NFL’s handling of the situation and the league’s approach to long-term player welfare, and shares a hilarious story about Randy Moss’ expert trash talking ability during their Vikings playing days. Rich gets trolled by a caller from Michigan which leads to Del Tufo offering his expert opinion on the subject of pushing buttons. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich reacts to the news out of Cincinnati where Bills Safety Damar Hamlin is reportedly showing great improvement after suffering cardiac arrest during Buffalo’s MNF game vs the Bengals. FOX Sports’ Mark Schlereth and Rich discuss the good new surrounding Hamlin’s recovery and its impact on Bills players’ mindsets heading into their next game, says why he emphatically does not want to see the Bengals-Bills Week 17 game resumed, explains why the Eagles and 49ers are the two best teams in the NFL, says if the Broncos next coach can fix Russell Wilson and if that coach could be Michigan’s Jim Harbaugh. Pittsburgh Post-Gazette columnist Paul Zeise gives Rich some insight into Damar Hamlin’s character having known the Bills Safety and his family closely going back to his youth football days in Pennsylvania. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brockman breaks down the latest NFL news including updates on the Bills-Bengals Week 17 game, Jets QB Mike White, and more. The Athletic’s Buffalo Bills beat reporter Joe Buscaglia and Rich discuss the impact of Damar Hamlin’s cardiac arrest on the team’s locker room, if there’s a chance the team could ask for a delay to their Week 18 game, and more. Rich comments on the Buffalo Bills' team psyche and what it might take for them to be mentally ready to take the field again. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

FOX Sports/The Athletic college football insider Bruce Feldman tells Rich how TCU pulled off the stunning upset of Michigan in their College Football Playoff semifinal game, why he says Jim Harbaugh will bolt Ann Arbor if offered an NFL head coaching job, and says how the Horned Frogs could shock everybody with a win over the Georgia Bulldogs in the national title game.  Rich and some callers ponder the NFL’s conundrum on what to do with Bills-Bengals games and if awarding a tie could fix the issue.  Rich wraps up the hour still lamenting the lack of a Targeting flag at the end of Michigan’s loss to TCU. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich reacts to the unjust criticism of Tee Higgins in the aftermath of Bills Safety Damar Hamlin’s on-field collapse after tacking the Bengals WR, and weighs in on the rumor that the Denver Broncos are willing to make Jim Harbaugh on offer the Michigan coach can’t refuse.  Pro Football Talk’s Mike Florio tells Rich why he doesn’t see a likely scenario where the Bills-Bengals Week 17 game is resumed and the impact on the AFC playoff picture, why the NFL shutting it down for Week 18 might be the best course of action, and why this could be the year Jim Harbaugh bolts Michigan for a return to the NFL sidelines. Rich comments on the TCU vs Georgia College Football Playoff title game and says why CFB fans should get used to the big changes coming with an expanded 12-team format in 2024. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Two-time Super Bowl champion and ‘Green Light’ Podcast host Chris Long and Rich discuss Bills Safety Damar Hamlin suffering cardiac arrest during Buffalo’s Monday Night Football game vs the Cincinnati Bengals and reveals the mental health toll on NFL players when it comes to facing the very real threat of serious injury.  Rich takes a call from a cardiologist viewer who walks us through how medical responders saved Hamlin’s life and what’s in store for the next few days for the Bills safety.  TJ and Rich reveal how the Hamlin incident touched on painful memories from their personal lives. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bills Radio Analyst Eric Wood and Rich discuss Buffalo Safety Damar Hamlin suffering cardiac arrest during Buffalo’s Monday Night Football game vs the Cincinnati Bengals.  Michigan alum Rich reacts with some skepticism to a report that Jim Harbaugh will return to the NFL if he’s offered a job, and reacts to the NFL announcing Week 18’s games will go on as scheduled with no plans resume the Bengals-Bills game this week. Rich and the guys react to Steelers HC Mike Tomlin’s statements on Damar Hamlin who he’s known since the Bills Safety was 12-years-old. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich reacts to Bills Safety Damar Hamlin suffering cardiac arrest during Buffalo’s Monday Night Football game vs the Cincinnati Bengals.  NFL Network Insider Tom Pelissero tells Rich how Hamlin essentially died on the field only to be brought back by medical personnel and discusses the NFL’s options when it comes to resuming or outright cancelling the Bengals and Bills Week 17 game.  Rich weighs in on the criticism being thrown at the NFL for their handling of the game postponement following Hamlin’s collapse. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich breaks down Kenny Pickett and the Pittsburgh Steeler’s chances to make the playoffs this season, reacts to his Jets laying another egg and being eliminated from playoff contention with their Week 17 loss to the Seahawks and what needs to change to get them over the hump next season, and tries to make sense of the Washington Commanders’ decision to start Carson Wentz at QB with their season on the line only to see him throw three picks in their loss to the Browns. Bills QB Josh Allen and Rich preview Buffalo’s key Week 17 Monday Night Football showdown with Joe Burrow and the Bengals, discusses dealing with his elbow injury this season, and reveals which rules he’d change if he were NFL Commissioner.  Rich previews the Buffalo Bills vs the Cincinnati Bengals on Monday Night Football and what the outcome means for AFC playoffs seeding. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich explains why he has concerns for Jalen Hurts and the Philadelphia Eagles on the heels of their Week 17 loss to the New Orleans Saints, and reacts to the Vikings blowout loss to the Packers and why the NFC race for the #1 seed could be a wild affair in Week 18. In ‘Overreaction Monday’ Rich weighs in on the rolling 49ers, if Jim Harbaugh would leave Michigan to coach the Colts, the chances Sean Payton coaches Russell Wilson and the Broncos next season, why Tom Brady and the Bucs are a dangerous playoff opponent, plus takes on the Packers, Giants, Kenny Pickett, the Eagles, and Bills vs Bengals on Monday Night Football.  Bengals WR Ja’Marr Chase and Rich discuss the chemistry he has with QB Joe Burrow and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich reacts to Tom Brady and the Buccaneers punching their playoff ticket with a Week 17 win over the Carolina Panthers, and comments on the Packers’ win-and-in Week 18 scenario that would put Aaron Rodgers and Green Bay in the postseason field. Michigan alum Rich reacts to the Wolverines’ heartbreaking loss in the College Football Playoff to TCU and recaps the thrilling Peach Bowl that saw defending champion Georgia Bulldogs outlast Ohio State in their CFP semifinal showdown.  Rich reacts to the Ravens’ Week 17 loss with Lamar Jackson still out with an injury and says why Baltimore desperately needs the former MVP QB back to make some noise in the playoffs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian Webber in for Rich Eisen Segment One--Revist Opening Monologue, Morning Headlines Segment Two---NFL: Who's Coaching To Keep Their Jobs With 2 Weeks Left? Segment Three--CFB Guest Matt Fortuna – The Athletic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian Webber in for Rich Eisen Segment One-NFL -Preview Vikings v Packers, Will Aaron Rodgers Stay Hot? Segment Two--NFL Guest Jarrett Bell – USA Today Segment Three---CFB National Semis Tomorrow: Why aren't stars demanding more NIL money to play in the bowls? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian Webber in for Rich Eisen Segment One--TNF Recap, NFC Playoff Picture Segment Two--Final Show Of The Year: What Was Biggest Sports Story Of 2022? Segment Three--CFB Final 4 Starts Tomorrow. Preview Games Plus Is Harbaugh Going To Flirt With The NFL Again? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Brian Webber in for Rich Eisen TNF Preview, Titans Reeling, Cowboys Have Another Chance To Make A Statement Guest Pete Fiuta joins the show to talk College Football Bowl Games. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian Webber in for Rich Eisen Teddy B Starting For Dolphins vs Pats, What's Tua's Future? What Will Luca Do For Encore Tonight After Going For 60 pts Last Game? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Brian Webber in for Rich Eisen. Derek Carr Benched For Final Two Games, Where Will He Play Next Season? Should Lamar Jackson Start Making "Business Decisions" With Knee Injury? Can Next Broncos Head Coach Jump Start Russell Wilson's Career? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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HOUR THREE Segment One---Revisit Opening Monologue, Morning Headlines Segment Two---MNF Preview--How Dangerous Are The Chargers? The Jim Irsay Year In Review Segment Three---NBA Guest Kurt Helin - NBC Sports.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

HOUR THREE Rich Eisen Show with Brian Webber filling in Segment One---Revisit Opening Monologue, Morning Headlines Segment Two---MNF Preview--How Dangerous Are The Chargers? The Jim Irsay Year In Review Segment Three---NBA Guest Kurt Helin - NBC Sports.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

HOUR TWO Segment One--NFL: It's The Day After Christmas. Who Has The Biggest Buyer's Remorse Around the League? Segment Two--NBA From XMas Day: Scuffling Warriors & Lakers, Harden Back To Houston?, Joker MVP Three-Peat? Segmewnt Three---NFL Guest Jason Cole - Outkick.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

HOUR TWO Rich Eisen Show with Brian Webber filling in Segment One--NFL: It's The Day After Christmas. Who Has The Biggest Buyer's Remorse Around the League? Segment Two--NBA From XMas Day: Scuffling Warriors & Lakers, Harden Back To Houston?, Joker MVP Three-Peat? Segmewnt Three---NFL Guest Jason Cole - Outkick.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

HOUR ONE Segment One---NFL Weekend Takeaways Segment Two---NFL Bengals Stay Hot--Barely, Pats Scuffling. Will Robert Kraft Force Belichick To Make Significant Changes? Segment Three--NFL---Packers Keep Playoff Hopes Alive, Where Will Rodgers Play Next Season? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

HOUR ONE Segment One---NFL Weekend Takeaways Segment Two---NFL Bengals Stay Hot--Barely, Pats Scuffling. Will Robert Kraft Force Belichick To Make Significant Changes? Segment Three--NFL---Packers Keep Playoff Hopes Alive, Where Will Rodgers Play Next Season? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Jets fan Rich reacts to Zach Wilson returning to the starting role for New York in Week 15 in place of the injured Mike White, and says why Jaguars fans should 100% believe in Trevor Lawrence and the team’s bright future under new head coach Doug Pederson. In ‘Overreaction Monday’ Rich weighs in on the Jaguars, Bengals, Jets, Cowboys, Vikings, Dolphins, Lions and a possible Tom Brady-Bill Belichick reunion. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich breaks down what he calls “the craziest weekend I’ve ever seen in the history of the NFL” that included incredible comebacks, overtime thrillers and probably the most boneheaded play in league history.  NFL Network analyst Daniel Jeremiah joins Rich in-studio to discuss the crazy-wild NFL Week 15, why Justin Herbert and the Chargers will be a scary playoff opponent, if Trevor Lawrence can lead the Jaguars to an AFC South title, if he’s concerned about another Dallas Cowboys loss, why the 49ers are legit Super Bowl contenders, if Zach Wilson is still the Jets’ QB of the future, why Bears QB Justin Fields is a star in the making, and how the NFC and AFC playoff pictures could play out.  Daniel Jeremiah sticks around for his ‘Prospect Stock Watch’ where he breaks down the top offensive and defensive players in the 2023 NFL Draft. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich debates who had the worst weekend: the Indianapolis Colts, the Dallas Cowboys, the New England Patriots or NFL refs who had a slew of blown calls that impacted the outcome of many games, reacts to the Minnesota Vikings’ stunning 33-point comeback win against Jeff Saturday’s Indianapolis Colts, and reveals that he might be the only person on planet earth who didn’t watch the Argentina-France World Cup Final live.  Rich weighs in on Tom Brady’s NFL future and if TB12 will move on from the Buccaneers next season or move on from the NFL to begin his broadcasting career with FOX Sports.  Rich and the guys react to what Brockman calls the New England Patriots’ “Hail Moron” lateral play against the Raiders that resulted in probably the most stunning loss in NFL history. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich calls in from Cleveland, Ohio for a round of ‘What’s More Likely’ where he weighs in on Jets vs Lions, Bills vs Dolphins, Cowboys, Eagles, Panthers, Falcons, Patriots, Chargers, Joe Burrow vs Tom Brady, Giants vs Commanders, and France vs Argentina in the World Cup Final.  TJ offers up his fantasy football gospel for Week 15 with his advice on Raiders QB Derek Carr and Saints RB Alvin Kamara and Brockman dishes his betting advice in ‘Sneaky Good Games.’ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

TJ reimagines what the USMNT squad would have looked like at the World Cup of America’s best athletes from other sports like LeBron James, Mookie Betts and Tyreek Hill had gone into soccer instead of basketball, baseball and football as kids.   Rams HC Sean McVay tells Rich how impressed he was by Baker Mayfield leading L.A. to a thrilling comeback win over the Raiders just two days after joining the team, if he expects incumbent starting QB Matthew Stafford to return in 2023, and how going from Super Bowl champion to one of the most disappointing teams in the league caused him to question his confidence and ability.  Pro Football Hall of Famer Marshall Faulk tells guest host Suzy Shuster why he’s confident Matthew Stafford will return to the Rams next season instead of retiring, says how 49ers RB Christian McCaffrey’s dual run-catch skillset compares to his, and explains why the Niners can win the Super Bowl with rookie Brock Purdy at quarterback.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Guest host Suzy Shuster and the guys recap another solid outing by 49ers rookie QB Brock Purdy in San Francisco’s Thursday Night Football win over NFC West rival Seattle Seahawks, and debate what Purdy’s emergence means for the Niners futures of Jimmy Garoppolo and Trey Lance.  Rich calls in from Cleveland, Ohio and says why Brock Purdy looks more like a 7-year pro than a 7th-round rookie quarterback, why Purdy has a legitimate shot be the 49ers’ starting QB in 2023, reacts to Zach Wilson being named the Jets’ Week 15 starter due to Mike White’s injury, and reacts to Cowboys owner Jerry Jones saying Odell Beckham Jr. is on the verge of joining Dallas. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich reacts to the latest ‘Bill Belichick Press Conference Moment,’ previews the Dallas Cowboys taking on Trevor Lawrence and the Jacksonville Jaguars, Jalen Hurts and the Eagles facing Justin Hurts (illness permitting) and the Chicago Bears, and the pivotal showdown between the New York Jets and Detroit Lions which has huge playoff implications for both teams. Bills LB Von Miller and Rich discuss his new podcast where Cowboys LB Micah Parsons made news by calling Eagles QB Jalen Hurts a “system quarterback,” if his season-ending ACL injury could be a career-ending ACL injury, and weighs in on the chances of free agent WR Odell Beckham Jr. signing with Buffalo. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich previews his trip to Cleveland this weekend to do play-by-play for the Browns vs Ravens on NFL Network, and breaks down how the frigid weather forecasted for Buffalo on Sunday could impact the Bills vs Dolphins, especially Tua Tagovailoa’s passing game.  HBO/ESPN host Bomani Jones tells Rich why Eagles QB Jalen Hurts is his pick for NFL MVP, why he’s not ready to join in the love fest for 49ers rookie QB Brock Purdy, says the Dallas Cowboys season could end in misery or with a Super Bowl title, breaks down the NBA’s MVP race so far, why people should start believing in the Cleveland Cavaliers, and illustrates how deep the heated rivalry between the cities of New Orleans and Atlanta runs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich previews the 49ers and Seahawks on Thursday Night Football and says why rookie QB Brock Purdy has a chance to cement his legend by taking the Niners to the Super Bowl. Pro Football Hall of Famer/NFL Network analyst Kurt Warner and Rich preview the Browns vs Ravens Saturday Week 15 AFC North showdown that they’ll be calling together, explains why Tua Tagovailoa and the Miami Dolphins and Josh Allen and the Buffalo Bills’ offenses have struggled of late, say why Jalen Hurts and the Eagles has the better offense than Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs, and offers up his obscure-QB-thrust-into-the-spotlight advice for 49ers rookie Brock Purdy. Former Knicks fan Rich says he might be turning into current Knicks fan again as long as despised team owner James Dolan stays out of the spotlight. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Rich Eisen Show's Chris Brockman, TJ Jefferson, and Adam Chudwin break down the latest from the NBA. 00:00-Celtics/Tatum 14:00- Bucks/76ers 19:00- Brooklyn Nets 23:00- Pelicans/Zion/ Western Conference Follow the guys here: Twitter: @chrisbrockman, @toojiggy, @achudwin Instagram: @brockshady, @tjjefferson, @achudwin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich and the guys recap the Lakers and Celtics overtime thriller and why Jayson Tatum is the NBA’s MVP award. Rich reveals his brand-new NFL Power rankings with a new arrival, Justin Herbert and the Chargers, in the mix along with a precipitous drop by the Dallas Cowboys. Actor Sinqua Walls joins Rich in-studio to discuss his new Amazon Prime Video film ‘Nanny,’ starring in the remake of ‘White Men Can’t Jump,’ why he roots for the Clippers and not the Lakers, and shares a great story about his first time on set filming ‘Friday Night Lights.’ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich reacts to the latest crazy contract handed out by MLB owners with Carlos Correa signing a 13-year deal with the San Francisco Giants, and says what this off-season’s spending spree means for Shohei Ohtani’s next contract. The MMQB’s Albert Breer tells Rich why the NFL would be wise to adopt a “sky judge” system to help officials on the field get calls right, why the 49ers have full confidence in 3rd-string rookie QB Brock Purdy, which NFL coaches are on the hottest hot seats, why Tom Brady could be playing for the 49ers or Raiders next season, how the Rams are preparing for life after Matthew Stafford, and if his Buckeyes have a chance to upset defending national champion Georgia Bulldogs in the College Football Playoff . Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich breaks down the AFC playoff picture and says it’s three-team race among the Kansas City Chiefs, Buffalo Bills and Cincinnati Bengals to win the top-seed despite what the current standings say. Ravens RB JK Dobbins tells Rich how tough it was to make his return from last year’s season-ending knee injury, discusses Baltimore’s thinning QB corps, how deep the team’s locker room is with strong leaders, and engages some friendly Ohio State-Michigan banter.  Jets fan Rich reacts to former #2 overall pick Zach Wilson being elevated from his 3rd-string demotion to being Mike White’s backup for New York’s huge Week 15 game vs the Detroit Lions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich reacts to the Patriots’ Monday Night Football win over the Arizona Cardinals and says why he’s almost a frustrated with the Pats’ stagnant offense as QB Mac Jones.  Chargers RB Austin Ekeler tells Rich what it’s like being in an NFL huddle on 4th and goal knowing you’re about to get the handoff, why he has full faith in Justin Herbert’s quiet leadership and head coach Brandon Staley’s flair for going against the grain, and the team’s mindset as they battle for a spot in the AFC playoffs.  Rich and the guys debate if the Dallas Cowboys should have signed free agent WR Odell Beckham Jr. instead of TY Hilton. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich lists his top 5 teams that added fuel to their haters’ fire by stumbling and bumbling in Week 14 including the Dallas Cowboys, Minnesota Vikings, Tennessee Titans, Miami Dolphins and Seattle Seahawks.  ESPN’s Louis Riddick tells Rich what head coach Mike McDaniel must do to end the Miami Dolphins’ 2-game skid as they head into a pivotal AFC East against the Buffalo Bills, why Joe Burrow and the Bengals’ toughness can get them back to the Super Bowl, and if the 49ers can win it all with 3rd-stringer QB Brock Purdy at the helm. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich reacts to the season-ending ACL injury to Kyler Murray and recaps the tumultuous calendar year for the Arizona Cardinals QB.  Jaguars Head Coach Doug Pederson and Rich discuss the year-two growth and maturity of QB Trevor Lawrence, the challenges of facing the Dallas Cowboys in Week 15 and how he’s motivating his team for a run at the playoffs, and more! Rich reacts to the way-too-soon passing of Mississippi State HC Mike Leach at the age of 61 and says how the memorable coach will leave a lasting impression on the game of football on and off the field. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich recaps the Detroit Lions’ key NFC North win over the Minnesota Vikings highlighted by a late-game trick play that caught the Vikes by surprise. Two-time Super Bowl champion and ‘Green Light’ podcast host Chris Long tells Rich what the Justin Herbert and the Chargers proved in their Sunday Night Football win over Tua Tagovailoa and the Miami Dolphins, why he, like pretty much every on else on planet earth, is very impressed with 49ers QB Brock Purdy, if Sam Darnold can lead the Carolina Panthers to an NFC South crown, why he thinks Tom Brady still has some gas left in the tank on his storied career, and if the likes the 49ers or Eagles to win the NFC. Rich reacts to the unwanted return of the NFL’s Roughing the Passer controversy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The guys workshop a way for soccer to end its maddening tradition of not knowing exactly how much extra time has been allotted to the end of halves, and break down the Dallas Cowboys head-scratching squeaker of a win over the 1-win Houston Texans and if that was a bad omen for Dallas’ Super Bowl hopes.  In ‘Overreaction Monday’ Rich weighs in on Brock Purdy’s 49ers future, the Dolphins’ and Lions’ playoff hopes, if he’s concerned by the Cowboys’ lackluster Week 14, and if the NFC is the Eagles’ to lose. Rich reacts to Russell Wilson leaving the Broncos loss to the Chiefs with a concussion and wonders why Kansas City is so averse to running the football more, and debates if Brock Purdy could win NFL Rookie of the Year honors with just a handful of games on his resumé. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich recaps Brock Purdy’s stellar start for the 49ers in their rout of Tom Brady and the Buccaneers in Week 14, and says why Philadelphia Eagles QB Jalen Hurts is the NFL MVP. Rich explains why Justin Herbert and the Chargers had the most impressive win of the weekend in their Sunday Night Football victory over the Miami Dolphins and says he’s “genuinely concerned” about Tua Tagovailoa and Miami’s slump as they head into a key AFC East showdown against the Buffalo Bills.  Rich breaks down the disappointing season so far by Tom Brady and the Buccaneers and ponders what the future holds for the legendary QB’s storied career. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In ‘What’s More Likely’ Rich weighs in on the Jets vs Bills, the Lions and Steelers chances to win at home, Cowboys vs Texans, Chiefs vs Broncos, Bengals vs Browns, 49ers, Seahawks, and Justin Herbert and the Chargers vs Tua Tagovailoa and the Miami Dolphins. Seahawks WR DK Metcalf tells Rich why he enjoys jawing with Rams CB Jalen Ramsey but not so much when it comes to blocking former teammate Bobby Wagner, discusses Geno Smith’s breakout season compares to Russell Wilson’s struggles with the Denver Broncos, and comes clean about taking the cart to go #2 during a game this season against the Detroit Lions. Rich breaks out his brand-new crystal ball to predict what the 49ers will do if 3rd-stringer Brock Purdy leads them to a Super Bowl win, and reacts to the latest ‘Bill Belichick Press Conference Moment’ where the head coach reacted to Cardinals DC Vance Joseph slagging on Matt Patricia’s play calling. Brockman reveals his ‘Sneaky Good Games for NFL Week 14.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich reacts to Odell Beckham Jr’s ambiguous comments on ‘The Shop’ during the Raiders/Rams TNF game on Amazon Prime Video, and break down the Raiders latest edition of snatching defeat from the jaws of victory that was followed by a very head-scratching comment from head coach Josh McDaniels. Pro Football Talk’s Mike Florio and Rich marvel at Baker Mayfield lead the Rams to an improbable win over the Raiders on Thursday Night Football, breaks down the deepening intrigue between Jon Gruden and embattled Washington Commanders owner Daniel Snyder, and says which NFL coaches should be looking over their shoulder to see if Sean Payton is coming for their job. TJ preaches the gospel on his NFL Week 14 fantasy football advice. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich reacts to Baker Mayfield’s improbable comeback win over the Raiders on Thursday Night Football after being on the Rams for all of two days, and weighs in on yet another big lead blown by Josh McDaniels’ silver & black. Cardinals All-Pro S Budda Baker tells Rich what his mindset is riding the up and down rollercoaster of the Arizona’s disappointing season, why embattled Cards QB Kyler Murray is “a true professional” and has earned his respect, and what challenges await facing Bill Belichick and the Patriots on Monday Night Football. Rich and the guys react live to Brazil’s shocking exit from the World Cup in penalty kicks at the hands of Croatia. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich recaps the latest in the Odell Beckham Jr. free agency tour and says if it’s worth it for teams to invest in the talented-but-injury-prone WR for a short-window and reveals his “Top 5 NFL Teams That Always Seem to Be Missing Something.' Rich unveils a brand-new segment called ‘Crystal Ball It!’ where he predicts how differently things would have gone if the Broncos hadn’t traded for Russell Wilson, if the Packers had kept Davante Adams, and if the Dolphins had drafted Justin Herbert instead of Tua Tagovailoa. Red Sox fan Brockman rants over losing Xander Bogaerts to the Padres while Rich marvels at San Diego suddenly spending like a drunken sailor on MLB free agents. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich previews the key games in NFL Week 14 that kicks off with the Rams hosting the Raiders on Thursday Night Football. NFL Insider Tom Pelissero tells Rich if Jimmy Garoppolo could actually return to the 49ers this season and why the Niners have full faith in rookie QB Brock Purdy, if Baker Mayfield could end up being the Rams' long-term quarterback if Matthew Stafford’s neck injury ends his career, how concerned teams are about the surgically repaired ACL of free agent WR Odell Beckham Jr, which players are vying to go #1 overall in the 2023 NFL Draft, and if Broncos Head Coach Nathaniel Hackett can save his job. Rich weighs in on the Broncos’ awful season and says why something has to change with rookie head coach Nathaniel Hackett and QB Russell Wilson. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich and the guys react to the latest out of Tennessee where the 1st-place Titans axed GM Jon Robinson this week. Actor Kelly AuCoin joins Rich in-studio to discuss his beloved Portland Trail Blazers’ disappointing start to the NBA season, what it was like to meet Hall of Famer Bill Walton, his role in the upcoming Clippers mini-series ‘The Sterling Affairs,’ and if we could possibly see Damian Lewis return to ‘Billions’ to reprise his Bobby Axelrod character. Rich reveals his brand-new NFL Power rankings that, per usual, are fraught with controversy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Shaquille O’Neal and Rich revisit Kenny Smith’s hip check that resulted in him getting tossed into a Christmas tree on the set of ‘insider the NBA’ last night, says how he has reacted to the HBO documentary series ‘Shaq,’ explains why the perceived beef between him and Kobe Bryant during their playing days was more fiction than fact, and weighs in on LeBron James closing in on the NBA’s all-time scoring record.  Rich reacts to the 5-7 Lions being favored over the 10-2 Vikings with a VERY hot take on Detroit WR Amon-Ra St. Brown, and says why Baker Mayfield 100% landed on his feet after being released by the Carolina Panthers by being scooped up by Sean McVay and the Los Angeles Rams. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Yankees fan Rich reacts to Aaron Judge spurning the Giants and Padres to re-sign with the Pinstripes, and says what New York’s front office must do now to surround the AL MVP with more talent. Former Steelers LB Ryan Shazier joins Rich in-studio to discuss their Ohio State-Michigan rivalry, his new ‘Don’t Call It a Comeback’ podcast, his recovery from the career-ending spinal injury that nearly took away his ability to walk, and reveals how he went from hating cold weather to going shirtless during pre-game warmups during blustery winters in Pittsburgh. Rich reacts to the Bills losing All-Pro LB Von Miller for the season due to a torn ACL and speculates on the latest news surrounding free agent WR Odell Beckham Jr.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Former NFL QB Trent Dilfer tells Rich why he went from “running away from coaching” to taking the HC job at Alabama-Birmingham, how he plans to use Tom Brady and his Super Bowl ring as big-time recruiting flexes, and says why he never wavered on his belief in Tua Tagovailoa. Actress/comedian Andrea Savage joins Rich in-studio where she reveals how she reacted to the meeting co-star Sylvester Stallone for the first time on the set of ‘Tulsa King,’ reveals that she’s not all that familiar with ‘Step Brothers’ event though she was in the comedy classic, and more.  Rich reacts to Jets Head Coach Robert Saleh naming Zach Wilson the team’s #3 quarterback for the 2nd straight week and weighs in on reports that the Giants have offered Aaron Judge a $360M contract. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Buffalo Bills Head Coach Sean McDermott tells Rich how QB Josh Allen has grown into an NFL MVP candidate since being drafted, why he would have no reservations on signing Odell Beckham Jr. without seeing the free agent WR workout, if he calls WR Stefon Diggs “Him” and why his calm sideline demeanor belies his inner competitive fire. Cowboys WR CeeDee Lamb tells Rich why he’d gladly welcome Odell Beckham Jr. into Dallas’ wide receiving corps, and reveals the rookie mistake he made that nearly led to him missing his first ever NFL game.  Rich and Brockman debate if the Cowboys or Bengals have a better shot at reaching their respective conference championship games, and Rich lays out the playoff clinching scenarios for the Vikings, Eagles and Chiefs.    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich recaps Tom Brady’s latest comeback win at the G.O.A.T. led the Buccaneers to a Monday Night Football win over NFC South rival New Orleans Saints, and reacts to the news that the Tennessee Titans have fired GM Jon Robinson. Pro Football Hall of Famer Warren Sapp tells Rich why he walked out of the stadium in disgust and didn’t get to see Tom Brady’s comeback win over the Saints, reacts to Deion Sanders getting the Colorado job and says Coach Prime should bring him onto the Buffs’ staff, and says he’s never seen anything like the strife that’s developed in Denver between Russell Wilson and his frustrated teammates on the defensive side of the ball. Rich and the guys react to the latest news from Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones regarding free agent WR Odell Beckham Jr. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

FOX Sports/The Athletic’s Bruce Feldman joins Rich in-studio to discuss the final College Football Playoff rankings an why Ohio State deserved to be in the final four, if TCU Max Duggan’s heroics over the weekend propelled him past USC’s Caleb Williams in the Heisman Trophy race, says why Colorado landing Deion Sanders waw a home run hire, explains why we’re in for a wild ride on college football’s Transfer Portal this winter, and breaks down if Jim Harbaugh could be lured back to the NFL. Jets fan Rich makes a bold statement about Mike White’s status as New York’s starting QB in place of the benched Zach Wilson. Rich reacts to the USMNT’s World Cup loss to the Netherlands, the Colts’ Sunday Night Football beatdown at the hands of the Cowboys, and Deshaun Watson’s return to the field. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In his ‘Overreaction Monday’ segment Rich weighs in on Jimmy Garoppolo’s season-ending injury, the Cowboys and Eagles battle for NFC East supremacy, Jalen Hurts’ MVP chances, the dangerous Bengals, the Dolphins struggles vs the 49ers, the Raiders’ playoff chances and if Deion Sanders’ can turn Colorado into a national championship contender. 49ers LB Fred Warner tells Rich why he has full confidence in Brock Purdy as the rookie QB steps in for the injured Jimmy Garoppolo, and how the Niners’ D was able to stifle the Miami Dolphins’ big play offense in Week 13. Rich makes the cast that Purdy, the last player chosen in the 2022 NFL Draft, can make history by winning the Super Bowl with the 49ers this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich recaps NFL Week 13’s top games including Jalen Hurts staking his claim to MVP honors, Joe Burrow and the Bengals sticking it to the Chiefs again, and how Jimmy Garoppolo’s injury coupled with Baker Mayfield’s release could impact the 49ers’ season.  Two-time Super Bowl champion and ‘Green Light’ podcast host Chris Long tells Rich how much Jimmy Garoppolo’s season-ending foot injury impacts the 49ers’ Super Bowl aspirations, how Joe Burrow and the Bengals continue to impress, and why the Cowboys and Eagles appear headed for an epic showdown to determine NFC East supremacy. Rich reacts to Deion Sanders heading to the Pac-12 to coach the Colorado Buffaloes, says why the College Football Playoff selection committee got it right by adding TCU and Ohio State to face Georgia and Michigan, and has a message for the Indianapolis Colts who are reportedly sniffing around Wolverines’ head coach Jim Harbaugh. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Buccaneers RB Rachaad White tells Rich what it’s like to be in the huddle with Tom Brady as a rookie, how the team handled that Week 12 loss to the Browns, if he’s should be in your fantasy football starting lineup this week, and more. Rich previews some the best games on the NFL Week 13 schedule including the Giants vs Commanders, Raiders vs Chargers and Jets vs Vikings. Rich reacts to Lamar Jackson explaining his profane Twitter response to a fan who trolled him and offers up some advice for the Baltimore Ravens QB. Brockman prepares us for the USA vs the Netherlands World Cup with his ‘Top 5 Dutch Fun Facts,’ and offers up his betting advice for NFL Week 13 in ‘Sneaky Good Games.’ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich previews USC vs Utah in the Pac-12 title game and explains what’s at stake for the Trojans and subsequently for the Ohio State Buckeyes. Saints DB Tyrann Mathieu and Rich discuss New Orleans’ up-and-down season as they prepare to face NFC South rival Tom Brady and the Buccaneers, how he sees LSU vs Georgia in the SEC title game playing out, and what it’s been like to return to play in his hometown, NOLA. In his ‘What’s More Likely’ segment Rich weighs in on the Jets, Titans, AJ Brown, Deshaun Watson’s return to the field, who wins Commanders vs Giants, if the Cowboys or Ravens get caught napping on Sunday, if Joe Burrow and the Bengals can beat Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs again, who wins Dolphins vs 49ers, and if Ohio State can sneak into the College Football Playoff. TJ preaches his NFL Week 13 fantasy football advice. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich recaps Josh Allen and the Buffalo Bills’ Thursday Night Football win over the Patriots and weighs in on QB Mac Jones’ over frustration with New England’s play calling in their loss to Buffalo. NBC Sports Boston’s Tom Curran tells Rich why the Patriots’ offense “has regressed to drastically” this season and if there’s any hope Bill Belichick can turn things around a steer the Pats back to the playoffs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In response to reports that many Broncos teammates snubbed Russell Wilson’s birthday party recently Rich lists the top ten NFL quarterbacks whose b’day bashes he wouldn’t miss for the world. Actor/comedian Kumail Nanjiani joins Rich in-studio to discuss his new Hulu series ‘Welcome to Chippendales’ that is actually darker than you’d think, tries to win Rich over to watching Cricket, reveals how he reacted to joining the ‘Star Wars’ universe on his first day of filming ‘Obi-Wan Kenobi’ with Ewan McGregor, and talks ‘The Big Sick’ and ‘Silicon Valley’ in a round of ‘Celebrity True or False.’  Rich previews the Buffalo Bills vs New England Patriots on Thursday Night Football and the game’s huge AFC playoff implications. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich reacts to the possibility of the Broncos benching the struggling Russell Wilson. ESPN’s Robert Griffin III tells Rich what Wilson and the Broncos can do, if anything, to turn around their disappointing season, explains why Vikings CB Patrick Peterson was wrong to publicly call out his former QB Kyler Murray, says why the Packers should bench the ailing Aaron Rodgers for Jordan Love, and says if Lamar Jackson’s recent profane Twitter response to a Ravens fan will impact his contract negotiations with the team. Rich and the guys weigh in on the Peterson/Kyler beef and debate which NFL teams (ahem, Cardinals) are most in need of a complete reset. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich reacts to the USMNT’s 1-0 win over Iran to advance to the knockout stage of the World Cup thanks to Christian Pulisic’s daring goal that resulted in a “pelvic contusion.” Rich reveals his latest NFL Power Rankings heading into Week 13. Vikings CB Patrick Peterson tells Rich why he’s as adept at playing video game golf and cooking gourmet meals as he is at intercepting footballs, how he’s preparing to face QB Mike White and the surprising Jets, his reaction to Justin Jefferson’s incredible catch against the Bills, what he has to say to Vikings doubters, and reveals why Kirk Cousins is one of the most beloved players in the Minnesota locker room.  Rich and the guys wish Bo Jackson a happy 60th birthday and marvel at some of the two-sport star’s most memorable moments from his NFL and MLB careers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich and the guys react to a report out of Denver that a number of Broncos teammates snubbed Russell Wilson by no-showing for his birthday party thrown by Ciara. ESPN’s Mina Kimes joins Rich in-studio to discuss the Russell Wilson and the Broncos’ HIGHLY disappointing season, if the Seahawks early-season success was all smoke and mirrors, why the 49ers vs Dolphins is the best NFL Week 13 game, why the Bengals can win the AFC North, reveals her choice for NFL Coach of the Year so far, and says why the Cowboys are a top 5 team. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich reacts to the latest College Football Playoff rankings that saw USC move up to the 4th spot with Ohio State lurking at #5, and ponders if Jets QB Mike White should channel his inner Joe Namath and show up to a game wearing a fur coat a la Broadway Joe. ESPN ‘College GameDay’ analyst Desmond Howard tells Rich his reaction to the latest CFP rankings and if the OSU Buckeyes could move up if either Southern Cal or TCU loses in their conference title games, why people love to hate Jim Harbaugh and Michigan, why USC QB Caleb Williams isn’t getting his Heisman Trophy vote, and his reaction to the Wolverines’ latest blowout win over arch-rival Ohio State. Rich recaps his night hosting a panel discussion of HBO’s ‘Winning Time’ and Brockman recaps taking his 2-year-old son Cage to visit Santa last night.    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brand-new Nebraska Head Football Coach Matt Rhule tells Rich why he chose to return to college football to coach the Cornhuskers and says if he has any regrets about his tenure with the Carolina Panthers. Actor Christopher McDonald joins Rich in-studio where he talks Netflix’s ‘The Watcher,’ HBO’s ‘Hacks, his love of the Buffalo Bills, and unveils a brand new “Shooter McGavin” that he designed himself. Rich breaks down the current NFL Draft order and explains why it was worth it for the Rams to give up a potential top 5 selection in next year’s draft in the Matthew Stafford trade. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Fox Sports/The Athletic’s Bruce Feldman joins Rich in-studio where he breaks down Michigan’s “shocking” rout of Ohio State, predicts how the latest College Football Playoff rankings will play out, says why Auburn overlooked Hugh Freeze’s dicey background and brought him back to the SEC, why Auburn passed on Deion Sanders and the chances Coach Prime takes the Colorado job, and says if the likes of USC’s Caleb Williams and UNC’s Drake Maye have ushered in the era of free agent college football quarterbacks. Rich recaps Kenny Pickett and the Steelers’ Monday Night Football win over the Indianapolis Colts and breaks down Jeff Saturday’s highly questionable clock management at the end of the game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich recaps the NFL season to date and breaks down the latest playoffs landscape heading into Week 13, and the guys reveal their top 5 picks for NFL MVP so far. Rich and the guys debate how the latest College Football Playoff rankings will play out and if a Pac-12 Champion USC should be in over a 1-loss Ohio State team. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich reacts to the Odell Beckham Jr. airplane incident in Miami and if it will impact teams’ interest in the free agent WR, and in his ‘Overreaction Monday’ segment Rich weighs in on the Jets Super Bowl chances with Mike White at quarterback, who wins the NFC South and the AFC North, if Jalen Hurts can keep running the ball this much, if the Cardinals regret extending Kyler Murray and Kliff Kingsbury, if the Raiders can go on a run and somehow make the playoffs, and responds to the hottest hot takes from Ohio State fans after the Buckeyes’ blowout loss to Michigan for the 2nd year in a row. Rich and the guys react to what could be an up-and-coming trend in team sports headwear, and Steelers LB TJ Watt tells Rich tells Rich how he’s dealing with Pittsburgh’s disappointing season that was interrupted by injury, why he’s impressed with the confidence of rookie QB Kenny Pickett, facing the Colts on Monday Night Football and more. Rich comments on Trevor Lawrence’s big Week 12 game and says how much difference a year without Urban Meyer has helped the development of the Jaguars QB.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich reacts to Mike White’s big 3-touchdown game stepping in as the Jets’ starting QB over the benched Zach Wilson. Two-time Super Bowl champion and ‘Green Light’ podcasts host Chris Long tells Rich which NFL teams are the best-positioned to make a deep run in the playoffs, if it’s time for the Green Bay Packers to move on from Aaron Rodgers, why Tom Brady can’t retire if the Buccaneers miss the playoffs, what Tua Tagovailoa and the Miami Dolphins have to prove in Week 13 against the 49ers, if he’s concerned about Lamar Jackson and the Ravens, if the Jets should stick with Mike White at QB over Zach Wilson for the rest of the season, and why Broncos teammates are getting frustrated with Russell Wilson’s lack of production in Denver.  Rich responds to the Raiders’ thrilling overtime win over the Seahawks leg by RB Josh Jacobs’ 303 yards of total offense for Las Vegas.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich recaps the not-so-great Week 12 for Packers QB Aaron Rodgers and Buccaneers QB Tom Brady saying why there’s been a changing of the guard atop the NFL quarterback hierarchy. Michigan alum Rich announces he will spend nearly every moment of the next 365 days gloating over the Wolverines’ latest route of Big Ten arch-rival Ohio State Buckeyes. Rich recaps Joe Burrow and the Cincinnati Bengals’ impressive Week 12 win over the Tennessee Titans. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dan Schwartzman in for Rich Eisen. Dan talks to Brian Costello, NY Post NFL Writer. Will the Jets succeed with Mike White at QB or will they need to put Zach Wilson back in? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dan Schwartzman in for Rich Eisen. Dan talks about Aaron Judge and which team he might go to or will he stay with the Yankees. More NFL talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dan Schwartzman in for Rich Eisen. Howard Beck, SI NBA Writer joins Dan to talk about the state of the NBA and who's hot right now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Brian Webber in for Rich Eisen Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In a special Wednesday version of ‘What’s More Likely’ Rich weighs in on the Lions, Bills, Giants, Cowboys, and Kirk Cousins, and debates what his mental state will be once the final seconds tick of the clock of the Ohio State-Michigan game.  Actor Sam Jaeger joins Rich in-studio to discuss the season finale of Hulu’s ‘The Handmaid’s Tale,’ his deep-rooted love of Ohio State Buckeyes football and his new Netflix series ‘Devil in Ohio.’ Michigan alum Rich offers up some words of inspiration to the Wolverines football team ahead of Saturday’s rivalry game against the Buckeyes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich unveils his brand-new NFL Power Rankings with the Cowboys and 49ers rising while the Vikings take a big slide after their blowout loss to Dallas.  FOX Sports’ play-by-play announcer extraordinaire Gus Johnson joins Rich in-studio where he recounts his humble sportscasting origins to calling some of the most memorable games in sports history, says why USC QB Caleb Williams gets his Heisman Trophy vote, previews Ohio State-Michigan, and says how he strived to carve his own place in the sportscasting world, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jets fan Rich reacts to head coach Robert Saleh benching Zach Wilson after the 2nd-year QB’s erratic play this season.  Pro Football Hall of Famer/Michigan Heisman Trophy Winner Charles Woodson and Rich preview the Wolverines’ annual grudge match against the Ohio State Buckeyes and says if he thinks the loser still has a shot to reach the College Football Playoff.  Rich reacts to the latest College Football Playoff rankings and gets into a heated debate with Brockman about how many people will be tuned into Ohio State-Michigan on Saturday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

‘Inside the NBA’ host Ernie Johnson tells Rich his fondest memories of growing up around baseball legends Hank Aaron and Vin Scully, reveals what it’s really like on the set of ‘Inside the NBA’ alongside Charles Barkley, Shaq and Kenny Smith, and recaps the top storylines of the young basketball season so far.  Comedian Adam Ray joins Rich in-studio to discuss his new Hulu series ‘Welcome to Chippendales,’ his abhorrence for Caesar Salad-flavored candy canes, reveals his list of slogans for Russell Wilson to replace “Let’s Ride,” reveals what Henry Winkler asked him the first time he met him and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich and the guys discuss the 49ers Jimmy Garoppolo conundrum: do they stick with the veteran QB if he leads them to a Super Bowl or go back to Trey Lance as their starting QB? TCU Head Coach Sonny Dykes and Rich discuss the Horned Frogs chances to reach the College Football Playoff, recaps his team’s thrilling last-second win over Baylor to improve to 11-0, and more. Rich lists his top 5 NFL Thanksgiving week storylines including Odell Beckham Jr., Tom Brady and the Buccaneers, Aaron Rodgers and the Packers, the Bengals vs Titans, Zach Wilson and the Jets and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich recaps the Jimmy Garoppolo and 49ers’ Monday Night Football domination of the Arizona Cardinals and says the Niners’ MNF rout shows why the Dallas Cowboys need to sign Odell Beckham Jr. now more than ever.  NFL Insider Ian Rapoport tell Rich why the 49ers’ trade for Christian McCaffery looks like a bargain now, if the Cowboys are the frontrunner to sign Odell Beckham Jr., just how injured Chicago Bears QB Justin Fields’ non-throwing shoulder is, if the Jets are losing patience with erratic 2nd-year quarterback Zach Wilson, which NFL hot seats are warming up, and if Jeff Saturday has a chance to have the “interim” tag removed from his Colts Head Coach title. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In ‘Overreaction Monday’ Rich weighs in on the Jets’, Giants’ and Commanders’ playoff chances, if the Patriots or Jets will be led by QBs Mac Jones and Zach Wilson next season, the Raiders’ win over the Broncos, if the Vikings have been exposed as frauds, and if the Bengals or Ravens are better positioned to win the AFC North.  Emmy-winner actor Henry Winkler recaps his big day getting to meet Patrick Mahomes before the Chiefs-Chargers game which originated back in June when the ‘Barry’ star came on the show to profess his deep fandom of the Kansas City quarterback with an invitation to have him come over to his house for a homemade meal. Rich recaps the big CFB weekend and argues that the loser of Ohio State vs Michigan deserves a spot in the College Football Playoff over 1-loss USC even if the Trojans win out and capture the Pac-12 crown. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Two-time Super Bowl Champion and ‘Green Light’ podcast host Chris Long tells Rich why he’s still unsure the Dallas Cowboys are the NFC’s best team despite their 40-3 demolition of the previously 1-loss Vikings, hammers Jets QB Zach Wilson for failing to take accountability for his poor play in the Jets’ loss to the Patriots, says why no one in the NFL can match Patrick Mahomes’ killer instinct, and more. Rich and the guys react to the Denver Broncos releasing veteran fumble-prone RB Melvin Gordon III, and preview the 2022 World Cup with questions most Americans might have about soccer on the worldwide stage. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich reacts to the Cowboys 40-3 throttling of the Minnesota Vikings and says why Dallas looks every bit the Super Bowl contender, especially if they add Odell Beckham Jr., says why the Green Bay Packers playoff hopes are all but done, and recaps yet another Patrick Mahomes comeback win as the Chiefs dashed the Chargers’ hopes on Sunday Night Football.  Jets fan Rich reacts to New York’s heartbreaking loss to the Patriots on a late game punt return TD and explains how 2nd-year QB Zach Wilson is a major impediment to the team’s playoff hopes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hall of Fame RB Marshall Faulk tells guest host Suzy Shuster how much blame falls at the feet of Aaron Rodgers for the Packers 4-7 season, how Kirk Cousins has won him over this season, if he’s concerned about Josh Allen’s slump, is excitement for Patrick Mahomes vs Justin Herbert, why Russell Wilson needs a hug, why Tua Tagovailoa deserves to be called “elite,” and predicts that Robert Saleh will lead the Jets to the playoffs this season. Cardinals DE JJ Watt tells Rich how becoming a new father has impacted his life on and off the football field, and previews Arizona’s huge Monday Night Football NFC West showdown with Christian McCaffrey, Jimmy Garoppolo and the San Francisco 49ers.  Brockman reveals his ‘Sneaky Good Games’ for NFL Week 11 featuring the Colts vs Eagles, Bears vs Falcons, Jets vs Patriots, and Giants vs Lions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

49ers DE Nick Bosa and Rich discuss the Niners’ season and the stability Jimmy Garoppolo has brought coming off the bench for the injured Trey Lance, says why he’s 100% in favor of replacing artificial turf fields with real grass, and engages in some good-natured Ohio State-Michigan banter as the Buckeyes-Wolverines rivalry game approaches. ESPN’s Jeremy Schaap tells guest host Suzy Shuster why he thinks “The Play” from the Cal-Stanford game 40 years ago this week is the “greatest moment in the history of sports,’ weighs in on the World Cup beer controversy and more.  TJ preaches is fantasy football advice for NFL Week 11. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Guest host Suzy Shuster, Brockman and TJ recap the Titans’ Thursday Night Football win over the Packers and speculate on Green Bay’s rapidly vanishing playoff hopes and Aaron Rodgers rapidly diminishing skills. Rich calls in where he explains why the “Packers are done” with only a slim chance to reach the playoffs this season and why Aaron Rodgers, not Jordan Love, will still be Green Bay’s QB in 2023, makes the case for Derrick Henry as a Hall of Fame if he retired today, and in his weekly ‘What’s More Likely’ weighs in on Josh McDaniels’ and Nathaniel Hacketts’ Raiders and Broncos futures, the Dolphins, Vikings, Giants, Chiefs, Tom Brady’s future, Justin Fields vs the Falcons, and the Bills and Eagles in their Week 11 matchups.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dan Patrick and guest host Suzy Shuster talk Titans-Packers, tequila, pickleball, getting too competitive with your kids and much more.  Comedian/host Stephen Colbert and Rich discuss his new CBS show ‘Pickled’ which features the up-and-coming pickleball craze, enjoying his ‘Late Night’ talk show gig, and reveals how he met Jon Stewart for the first time when he took over ‘The Daily Show’ on Comedy Central. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dan Patrick and guest host Suzy Shuster talk Titans-Packers, tequila, pickleball, getting too competitive with your kids and much more.  Comedian/host Stephen Colbert and Rich discuss his new CBS show ‘Pickled’ which features the up-and-coming pickleball craze, enjoying his ‘Late Show’ talk show gig, and reveals how he met Jon Stewart for the first time when he took over ‘The Daily Show’ on Comedy Central. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Guest host Suzy Shuster and the guys break down the Nets dysfunction and debate where Brooklyn’s awful chemistry experiment ranks among the NBA’s all-time failures.  76ers Head Coach Doc Rivers and Suzy discuss Joel Embiid’s growth as a leader this season, says why the Nets could still be a dangerous team in the Eastern Conference, breaks down his beloved Chicago Bears season and his high hopes for QB Justin Fields, and more. Suzy and the guys discuss the hard-to-get Taylor Swift concert tickets and reveal which bands and performers they’d like to see live most. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Commanders Head Coach Ron Rivera tells guest host Suzy Shuster why he’s happy to ride Taylor Heinicke’s hot hand while incumbent starter Carson Wentz is out with and injury, reveals the emotional toll of missing family moments due to the time demands of being an NFL head coach, and says what it was like being on the field for the Cal-Stanford’s famous “The Play” 40 years ago. Suzy, Brockman and TJ preview Packers vs Titans on Thursday Night Football and debate if Green Bay has a shot to make the playoffs still. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Tennessee WR Jalin Hyatt and Rich discuss his rise from obscurity to becoming one of the top receivers in College Football this season, his chemistry with QB Hendon Hooker, and what it was like celebrating the Vols’ win over Alabama by smoking a cigar in the locker room with Peyton Manning. Actor Luis Guzman joins Rich in-studio to discuss his new Tim Burton-directed Addams Family Netflix series ‘Wednesday,’ and talks ‘Boogie Nights, Burt Reynolds, Al Pacino, ‘Calito’s Way,’ and ‘Ghost’ in a round of Celebrity True or False.’ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Director Robert Alexander joins Rich in-studio to discuss his new 4-part HBO documentary on Shaquille O’Neal, reveals that Kobe Bryant’s family asked him to cut back on the Kobe-related content in the series, says how he reacted when hearing Tom Brady mention “that MF’er” when directing an episode of LeBron’s ‘The Shop,’ and weighs in on the decision to not air Kanye West’s controversial episode of the unscripted HBO show. Alabama All-American LB Will Anderson Jr. and Rich discuss his rise as one of the nation’s most feared pass rushers, reveals if he was benched during the Crimson Tide’s spring practice because he was too dominant, and gets some career advice from Rich for a post-playing career in sports media. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Michigan alum Rich reacts to the latest College Football Playoff rankings that has his Wolverines behind arch-rival Ohio State. Rich and the guys debate which team would give free agent WR Odell Beckham Jr. the best chance to win another Super Bowl ring this season, and reveals his brand-new NFL Top 10 Power Rankings. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich recaps his trip to Munich, Germany to call play-by-play for the Buccaneers vs Seahawks describing the scene as a city-wide party.  Actor Glen Powell joins Rich in-studio to discuss his new film ‘Devotion,’ why he can’t wait to see Arch Manning play for his Texas Longhorns, and talks ‘Top Gun: Maverick,’ Tom Cruise secret worldwide cake operation, career advice from Denzel Washington, pet monkies and more in a round of ‘Celebrity True or False.’ Rich weighs in on the Buccaneers’ Week 10 win over the Seahawks and says why he’s optimistic Tom Brady can lead Tampa Bay back to the playoffs again. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich breaks down the NFL landscape after ten weeks and says why half the league has a legit chance to win the Super Bowl, and in special Tuesday version of ‘Overreaction Monday’ weighs in on the Colts, Giants, Bills, Tua’s MVP chances, and if the Seahawks bubble is about to burst. Three-time Academy Award nominee Sylvester Stallone and Rich discuss his new Paramount+ series ‘Tulsa King,’ reveals the origins story behind ‘Rocky’ and says if the Oscar-winning film is a sports movie or a love story, and more. Rich reacts to Jeff Saturday winning his NFL head coaching debut with the Colts and weighs in on the Raiders’ implosion after having great expectations coming into the season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich recaps the Washington Commanders handing the Philadelphia Eagles their first loss of the season on Monday Night Football, says why he’s not concerned about Josh Allen and the Bills and reacts to Justin Jefferson’s amazing catch that played a key role in the Vikings’ comeback win against Buffalo. Two-time Super Bowl champion and ‘Green Light’ podcast host Chris Long tells Rich why the 8-1 Vikings are legit after their comeback win on the road against the Bills, what the Eagles first loss of the season means for the NFC playoff picture, reacts to the key wins by Tom Brady and Aaron Rodgers for the Buccaneers and Packers, weighs in on the Raiders lost season and the NFL head coaching debut by the Colts’ Jeff Saturday, and reacts to the murder of three football players at his alma mater the University of Virginia.  Rich reacts to the news that Rams All-Pro WR Cooper Kupp his heading to IR after having ankle surgery. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Former NFL Pro Bowl DE Cliff Avril tells guest host Tom Pelissero how this year’s surprising Seahawks have a similar mindset to his Legion of Boom squads, reacts to his former QB Russell Wilson’s struggles with the Denver Broncos, and more. Titans CB Kristian Fulton tells Tom what positives Tennessee took from their Week 9 loss to the Chiefs, how head coach Mike Vrabel’s personality rubs off on the team, how he’s preparing to face Russell Wilson and the Broncos in Week 10. Rich calls in from Munich, Germany ahead of calling the play-by-play for the NFL Network’s telecast of the Buccaneers vs the Seahawks, and Brockman offers up his NFL Week 10 picks in ‘Sneaky Good Games.’ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Guest host Tom Pelissero and Brockman play “What’s More Likely” with topics including Jimmy Garoppolo, Ryan Tannehill, Lamar Jackson, Jalen Hurts, Sean Payton, the Rams’ struggles, Tom Brady’s Buccaneers future, and the Bills, Vikings, Chargers, Patriots and Bengals playoffs scenarios. Director Jim Mahoney joins Tom in-studio to discuss his new film ‘Bar Fight!’ and reveals how he shot a full-length feature film in just 15 days. TJ preaches his NFL Week 10 fantasy football advice. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Guest host Tom Pelissero updates the elbow injury status of Buffalo Bills QB Josh Allen and recaps the Carolina Panthers’ Thursday Night Football win over NFC South rival Atlanta Falcons that was highlighted by Baker Mayfield’s odd head-butting celebration at the end of the game. Tulane Head Coach Willie Fritz and Tom discuss the Green Wave’s 8-1 start that has them #17 in the current College Football Playoff rankings, if he uses New Orleans’ famed Bourbon Street as a recruiting tool, and more. Tom and the guys update the injury status of Dallas RB Ezekiel Elliott and preview the Cowboys vs Green Bay Packers in Week 10. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

North Carolina State Head Coach Dave Doeren and guest host Tom Pelissero discuss the Wolfpack’s 7-2 start and more. Vikings All-Pro Safety Harrison Smith tells Tom how new head coach Kevin O’Connell has brought new confidence and positivity to Minnesota, says what’s different about Kirk “Kirk Thuggins” Cousins this season, and previews facing the Buffalo Bills (possibly without Josh Allen) in Week 10.   Tom previews the Falcons vs Panthers on Thursday Night Football saying what’s at stake for Atlanta in their NFC South showdown. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Guest host Tom Pelissero reveals the inner workings of becoming an “NFL Insider.”  NFL Insider Ian Rapoport and Tom discuss the civil lawsuit filed against the Commands and the NFL by the DC Attorney General, says if Bills Mafia can expect QB Josh Allen to miss games with his elbow injury, why there’s a good chance Colt McCoy starts for the Cardinals in place of Kyler Murray, if Cards WR DeAndre Hopkins wants out of Arizona, says if Raiders HC Josh McDaniels is on the hot seat, and weighs in on the Colts hiring the inexperienced Jeff Saturday as their interim head coach. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Guest host Tom Pelissero breaks down the latest example of the Washington Commanders’ uncharted dysfunction and previews what’s at stake for the Carolina Panthers and the Atlanta Falcons in their Thursday Night Football NFC South showdown. Tom puts on his NFL Insider cap and weighs in on the NFL futures of Packers QB Aaron Rodgers, Buccaneers QB Tom Brady, former Saints Head Coach Sean Payton, and says of Raiders Head Coach Josh McDaniels is on the hot seat already, and previews Dallas Cowboys’ Head Coach Mike McCarthy’s return to Green Bay to face his old team the Packers and Aaron Rodgers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Retired Colts legend Dwight Freeney tells guest host Tom Pelissero why he was shocked by Indy naming Jeff Saturday the team’s interim head coach despite his complete lack of coaching experience beyond the high school level and weighs in on the once-prolific Packers and Buccaneers’ offenses that are struggling this season with aging stars Aaron Rodgers and Tom Brady. Ravens RB Kenyan Drake and Tom discuss Baltimore’s gaining momentum, why he’s loving playing alongside Lamar Jackson, his alma mater Alabama’s 2-loss season, and more. Tom and Brockman break down the Ravens’ options with Lamar Jackson and debate if they should pay the former NFL MVP or newly acquired All-Pro LB Roquan Smith and react to Russell Wilson’s response to the latest shade thrown his way by Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Guest host Tom Pelissero tells Brockman how one actually becomes an NFL “Insider” and ranks the top 10 names that have had the biggest impact on the NFL season so far.  Rich calls in from Munich, Germany where he’s preparing to do play-by-play for the Seahawks vs Buccaneers on NFL Network on Sunday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Guest host Tom Pelissero breaks down the wild NFL season so far with a slew of unexpected on-the-field and off-the-field surprises so far.  Fritz Pollard Alliance Executive Director Rod Graves tells Tom why he has concerns about the Colts naming Jeff Saturday their interim coach without considering minority candidates and how the NFL can improve its use of the Rooney Rule for a more equitable process of hiring head coaches. Tom, Brockman and the guys have a tongue-in-cheek breakdown of how leaving your spouse would go down if you did it the same way the Colts hired Jeff Saturday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

LSU Head Coach Brian Kelly tells Rich what it felt like to hand Alabama a rare 2nd regular-season loss in their huge SEC showdown, weighs in on the 2-loss Tigers’ chances to reach the College Football Playoff, and reacts to the Colts naming the inexperienced Jeff Saturday to be their interim head coach.  Actor Maxwell Simkins joins Rich in-studio to discuss the new season of Disney+’s ‘The Mighty Ducks: Game Changers,” his love of Philly sports teams (except for the Flyers) and what it’s like to grow up with Michael Jordan as one of his dad’s best friends. Rich reveals his brand-new NFL Week 10 Power Rankings. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich breaks down the myriad options in front of Odell Beckham Jr. and says why the Dallas Cowboys are the best fit for the free agent WR.  The Athletic’s Colts Insider Zak Keefer tells Rich why team owner Jim Irsay chose the unproven Jeff Saturday to be Indy’s interim head coach, breaks down the team’s front office dysfunction and says who’s ultimately to blame for their disappointing season. Rich lays out how the Colts misfortune is a golden opportunity for their Week 10 opponent, the Las Vegas Raiders, to turn their season around, and reacts to Saturday naming the young coach who will be calling the offensive plays for the Colts on Sunday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich weighs in on Colts owner Jim Irsay’s decision to make former center Jeff Saturday the team’s interim head coach despite never having coached above the high school level. Former NFL WR Andrew Hawkins joins Rich in-studio where he says why “the cards are stacked against” Colts interim head coach Jeff Saturday, says why he’s not sold on Jimmy Garoppolo’s ability to win a Super Bowl for the 49ers, why Mike McCarthy is the biggest impediment to the Cowboys winning the NFC, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bengals RB Joe Mixon tells Rich what it’s like to score 5 touchdowns in one NFL game, says if this year’s Cincy team can make a Super Bowl run like last season, and reveals how Joe Burrow is truly cool under pressure. Rich and the guys recap the huge weekend in College Football that saw LSU hand Alabama a rare 2nd loss on the season and Michigan trailing Rutgers at the half only to win in a blowout. In his ‘Overreaction Monday’ segment Rich breaks down the NFL’s Week 9 Sunday with his takes on the Buffalo Bills, New York Jets, Miami Dolphins, Las Vegas Raiders, Aaron Rodgers and the Green Bay Packers, Los Angeles Rams, Minnesota Vikings and Geno Smith’s NFL MVP viability. Rich recaps the wild finish to the Chargers vs Falcons game, weighs in on the Raiders “unmitigated disaster” of a season and reacts to Pete Carroll continuing to throw shade at former Seahawks QB Russell Wilson. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

‘Green Light’ podcast host and 2-time Super Bowl champion Chris Long tells Rich why he’s not surprised the Rams are struggling on offense this season, breaks down the Chiefs’ Sunday Night Football win over the Tennessee Titans, says why the Buffalo Bills are still the best team in the AFC, reacts to the Colts firing head coach Frank Reich, and says why the Chicago Bears have a bright future with QB Justin Fields continuing to improve. Rich breaks down the NFC playoff picture and makes the case for the NFC East to land multiple teams in the postseason this year, and recaps Tom Brady and the Buccaneers’ comeback win over the Rams that left All-Pro CB Jalen Ramsey in a mood. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich and the guys react to the surprising news out of Indy where former center Jeff Saturday has been named the Colts’ interim head coach despite zero coaching experience at the NFL level after the team fired Frank Reich, recaps the Chiefs’ Sunday Night Football win over the Titans that featured 68 passing attempts by Patrick Mahomes and not enough carries from Derrick Henry, says why he can’t quit the Bills despite their Week 9 loss to AFC East rival Jets, and says where New York’s upset win ranks in the team’s recent history. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Actor Joe Mantegna joins Rich in-studio to discuss the return of his ‘Criminal Minds’ franchise on Paramount+, his beloved Chicago Bears and the origin story behind his classic ‘Da Bears!’ Saturday Night Live skit, his beloved Cubs, who was the real-life inspiration for his Fat Tony character on ‘The Simpsons,’ and tells the hilarious story about the unlikely way he found out he’d landed a role in ‘The Godfather III.’  Rich revisits his horrendous ‘Raiders will win the AFC West’ prediction, previews the most intriguing matchups in NFL Week 9, the guys check in on TJ’s pre-season prediction for the Dallas Cowboys, and Brockman offers up his ’Sneaky Good Games’ betting advice. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich reacts to the Brooklyn Nets suspending Kyrie Irving in the wake of his promoting an antisemitic film. In his ‘What’s More Likely’ Friday staple, Rich weighs in on the Chargers, Raiders, Stafford vs Tom Brady in the Rams vs Buccaneers, Packers, Lions, Bills, Vikings, Seahawks vs Cardinals, Joe Burrow, Tua Tagovailoa, Dolphins All-Pro WR Tyreek Hill tells Rich how he knew from an early age that he had world-class speed, explains why it was a “no-brainer” to come to Miami to catch passes from Tua Tagovailoa, reacts to the Bradley Chubb trade, says if the Fins have a Super Bowl-caliber team, and accepts Rich’s challenge to a 40-yard dash race for RunRichRun…but only with on BIG stipulation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich recaps the Eagles’ getting tested by a scrappy Houston Texans team on Thursday Night Football, ponders if Philly will be able to run the table and finish 17-0 and if this is already the best Eagles team ever.  Saints DE Cam Jordan tells Rich what unique challenges elusive Ravens QB Lamar Jackson presents, if New Orleans finally found their groove with that Week 8 shutout of the Raiders and their chances to capture the NFC South, Rich explains why the New Orleans Superdome is the loudest NFL stadium he’s ever been in, and breaks down the Astros’ Game 5 World Series win over the Phillies where manager Dusty Baker ignored analytics and stuck with starter Justin Verlander on his gut instinct. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich and the guys react to the news that Amazon’s Jeff Bezos is looking to team up with Jay-Z to buy the Washington Commanders from embattled owner Daniel Snyder.  The guys dust of their ‘Higher Register’ segment with their semi-solid-sorta-tepid takes on Kawhi Leonard and the Clippers, the Eagles chances to go unbeaten, Russell Westbrook’s 6th man role with the Lakers, and Taylor Swift’s new album.  ESPN NBA reporter Nick Friedell tells Rich what it’s been like covering the complicated and highly controversial Nets guard Kyrie Irving this season, why Brooklyn’s “soap opera” dysfunction led to Steve Nash’s departure, weighs in on the team imminent hiring of suspended Boston Celtics coach Ime Udoka, and says if NBA commissioner Adam Silver could do to coax an apology out of Kyrie. Rich previews the Eagles’ Thursday Night Football matchup against the Texans and says Philly’s quest to go unbeaten will be the main storyline of the 2nd half of the NFL season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich lists his ‘Top 5 Most Disappointing NFL Teams’ heading into Week 9 among the Denver Broncos, Green Bay Packers, Indianapolis Colts, Tampa Bay Buccaneers, and Las Vegas Raiders. Ravens QB Lamar Jackson tells Rich what his team’s mindset is after a bumpy start to the season, what the addition of All-Pro LB Roquan Smith means for Baltimore’s Super Bowl hopes, discusses his contract negotiations and being his own agent won’t hinder his next deal or his play on the field, and says why he’s not overlooking the 3-5 Saints in their Monday Night Football Week 9 matchup. Rich reacts to Kyrie Irving’s comments to the media following his $500,000 donation to the Anti-Defamation League. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich reacts to Kyrie Irving addressing his promotion of an antisemitic film by donating $500,000 to the Anti-Defamation League saying, as did NBA Commissioner Adam Silver, that it’s not enough. Rich weighs in on the Dolphins giving newly-acquired edge rusher Bradley Chubb a huge contract extension and reacts to the latest emergence of “Salty Tua” Tagovailoa in Miami.  Rich and the guys preview the Eagles vs Texans on Thursday Night Football and debate if Philly fans would rather see the Eagles remain unbeaten or have the Phillies win Game 5 of the World Series. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Rich Eisen Show's Chris Brockman, TJ Jefferson, and Adam Chudwin break down the latest from the NBA. 00:00- Brooklyn Nets 12:00- Kevin Durant's legacy 21:30- Around the NBA 28:45- Lakers Legacy documentary Follow the guys here: Twitter: @chrisbrockman, @toojiggy, @achudwin Instagram: @brockshady, @tjjefferson, @achudwin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich reveals his brand new NFL Top Ten Power Rankings. Actor Frank Grillo joins Rich in-studio to discuss his new movie ‘Lamborghini: The Man Behind the Legend’ and reveals what it’s been like not eating any carbs for the last 20 years. Rich and the guys weigh in on Kevin Durant’s reaction to hearing the news of Steve Nash’s firing, and break down the latest Bill Belichick press conference when asked about the Patriots and the NFL Trade Deadline. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Comedian and die-hard Astros fan Mo Amer joins Rich in-studio to discuss why he still believes Houston will defeat the Phillies in 7 games in the World Series, reveals what happened when he and Dave Chappelle tried to FaceTime The Rock at 3am, and recounts what Robert De Niro said to him once when he gave the acclaimed actor a hug that lasted a bit too long.  Pro Football Talk’s Mike Florio tells Rich why Commanders owner Daniel Snyder has reportedly capitulated on selling the team and who could be willing to spend more than $5 Billion for the franchise, why he was surprised the Rams didn’t make any moves this week and why the NFL Trade Deadline date should change, and says the Packers are pulling a “grift” on Aaron Rodgers by not bringing in more talent on the offensive side of the ball.  Michigan alum Rich reacts to the initial College Football Playoff Rankings that have his Wolverines at #5 despite being #4 in the AP Poll. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich reacts to the news that Washington Commanders owner Daniel Snyder has taken the first steps towards selling the team, and weighs in on the latest in the snowballing controversy surrounding the Brooklyn Nets. SiriusXM NBA Radio Host/Brooklyn Nets Analyst Frank Isola tells Rich why Steve Nash was fired and soon-to-be-replaced by suspended Celtics coach Ime Udoka, comments on the team’s handling of the Kyrie Irving antisemitism controversy, and weighs in on how Kevin Durant might be dealing with upheaval surrounding the team this season. Rich reacts to Dolphins Head Coach Mike McDaniels speaking on the Bradley Chubb trade and Tua Tagovailoa’s long-term future in Miami. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich and the guys react to the Brooklyn Nets parting ways with Steve Nash then bringing in suspended Boston Celtics head coach Ime Udoka to replace him. Emmy Award-winning actor Tony Hale joins Rich in-studio to discuss the new season of his Disney+ show ‘The Mysterious Benedict Society’ and reveals some great secrets about ‘Arrested Development,’ ‘Veep,’ and ‘The Sopranos’ in a round of ‘Celebrity True or False.’  Rich and the guys react to the Denver Broncos sending edge rusher Bradley Chubb to the Miami Dolphins.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The MMQB’s Albert Breer tells Rich what the Lions trading TE TJ Hockenson to NFC North rival Minnesota Vikings means for the state of Dan Campbell’s Detroit team, says if the Packers could bring in Odell Beckham Jr. to shore up their WR corps, reveals how close the Rams came to landing Christian McCaffrey instead of the 49ers, and says if the Raiders would consider firing head coach Josh McDaniels if he can’t turn their 2-5 season around.   Patriots Safety Jabrill Peppers tells Rich what’s been like playing for Bill Belichick for the first time in his career, how far New England can go this season, and if his Michigan Wolverines can beat Big Ten archrival Ohio State two years in a row. Rich and the guys react to the Chicago Bears trading for Steelers WR Chase Claypool and wonder how that deal is going down with Aaron Rodgers in the receiver-desperate Green Bay Packers’ locker room. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich recaps the Cleveland Browns’ domination of AFC North rival Joe Burrow’s Cincinnati Bengals on Monday Night Football, and reacts to the Baltimore Ravens trading for Chicago Bears All-Pro LB Roquan Smith. Brockman recaps his more trick than treat Halloween night with his 2-year-old son Cage, and Rich does a Halloween Candy Power Rankings list. The guys react to the Detroit Lions trading TE TJ Hockenson to NFC North rival Minnesota Vikings, and Rich breaks out his anointing oils and says why Miami Dolphins QB Tua Tagovailoa deserves to be called “elite.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich and the guys ponder the possibility of Deion Sanders jumping ship from Jackson State to take the suddenly vacant head coaching job at Auburn. Jemele Hill joins Rich in-studio to discuss her new ‘Uphill’ autobiography that digs deep into her “heavy” upbringing, weighs in (as a Michigan State alumna) on the MSU-Michigan rivalry and the ugly post-game incident that led to the suspension of several Spartans players, and says he she’s transitioned from covering sports to broader topics as her career moves forward. Rich recaps the NFL’s Week 8 with a special Halloween look at Sunday’s “scariest” storylines including Christian McCaffrey and the 49ers, Josh Allen and the Buffalo Bills, Jalen Hurts and the Philadelphia Eagles, Derrick Henry and the Tennessee Titans, and Tony Pollard and the Dallas Cowboys. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

‘Greenlight’ podcast host and 2-time Super Bowl Champion Chris Long tells Rich why the 49ers will get even better in the coming weeks after the addition of Christian McCaffrey and players returning from injury, reacts to the Zach Wilson’s 3-interception day in the Jets loss to the Patriots, says why Dak Prescott’s return makes the Dallas Cowboys “scary,’ if PJ Walker has earned the right to be the Carolina Panthers’ starting QB the rest of the season, and explains why Mike Vrabel’s mindset makes the Tennessee Titans “hard to kill” in the AFC.  Rich reacts to the Seahawks having worse Super Bowl odds than other teams like the Rams, Packers and Buccaneers who trail them in the NFC standings. In his “Overreaction Monday’ segment Rich weighs in on the Bills, Eagles, Dolphins, Russell Wilson and the Broncos, Colts, Cowboys, Vikings, Jets and Rich’s dubious ‘Raiders win the AFC West’ prediction. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich recaps the 49ers’ latest regular-season beatdown of the Rams explaining why Christian McCaffrey makes the Niners true Super Bowl contenders, and weighs in on why many people are still not convinced the Jalen Hurts and the unbeaten Philadelphia Eagles can sustain their success. Rich reacts to the big day by Dallas Cowboys RB Tony Pollard who carried the load with Ezekiel Elliott out with a knee injury. Rich offers up some “time to grow up” advice for Jets QB Zach Wilson after his 3-interception day in a Week 8 loss to Bill Belichick’s New England Patriots, and reacts to Nets G Kyrie Irving defending his promotion of an antisemitic film on his social media platforms. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Rich Eisen Show's Chris Brockman, TJ Jefferson, and Adam Chudwin break down the latest from the NBA. Follow the guys here: Twitter: @chrisbrockman, @toojiggy, @achudwin Instagram: @brockshady, @tjjefferson, @achudwin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich breaks down the top NFL Week 8 games including Cardinals vs Vikings, Packers vs Bills, Patriots vs Jets, Giants vs Seahawk, Rams vs 49ers, and Bengals vs Browns.  Actor Josh Gad joins Rich in-studio to discuss his beloved Miami Dolphins, the return of his HBO comedy ‘Avenue 5,’ ‘The Book of Mormon,’ discusses Del Tufo’s obsession with his Olaf character from ‘Frozen’ and much more. Chris Brockman reveals his ‘Sneaky Good Games’ for NFL Week 8 featuring the Broncos vs Jaguars, Bears vs Cowboys, Cardinals vs Vikings and Rams vs 49ers. Rich wraps up the hour getting one last bit of trash talk in before Saturday’s Michigan-Michigan State showdown.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Actor Ashton Kutcher tells Rich why he’s feeling good about beloved Chicago Bears’ Monday Night Football win over Bill Belichick’s Patriots, engages in some good-natured Bears vs Cowboys trash talk with TJ, reveals he’s putting himself through the hell of running the New York Marathon for a great cause.    In his ‘What’s More Likely’ Friday staple Rich weighs in on the NFC South race, the Cowboys vs Bears, Jets vs Patriots, Packers vs Bills, Rams vs 49ers, Cardinals vs Vikings, along with the Raiders and Russell Wilson’s Broncos.  TJ offers up his fantasy football advice for NFL Week 8. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich recaps the Ravens’ Thursday Night Football win over the Buccaneers that dropped Tom Brady to two games under .500 for the first time in his career.  Former Pro Bowl CB Joe Haden joins Rich in-studio to discuss going back to Cleveland to make his NFL retirement official with a Browns pre-game ceremony before Monday Night Football, says how the Buccaneers can fix their struggling offense, says why he’s not counting out the 2-5 Steelers, says if the return of Deshaun Watson can salvage the Browns’ season, and if the Philadelphia Eagles or the Buffalo Bills are the best team in the NFL.  Rich weighs in on the Russell Wilson media pile-on and says why this year’s Broncos-Ravens game will have some extra meaning for the embattled Broncos QB, and breaks down the grim outlook for LeBron James and the Lakers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich comments on the emotional reaction by Bears LB Roquan Smith upon learning his teammate Robert Quinn had been traded to the Philadelphia Eagles, and gives some advice to an Australian living in New York who’s facing the dilemma: should he adopt the Jets or Giants to root for the rest of his life. Bestselling author Jeff Pearlman joins Rich in-studio to discuss his new book ‘The Last Folk Hero’ about multi-sport legend Bo Jackson, says where Jackson’s talent ranks in the pantheon of all-time great athletes, reveals how Bo nearly ended up on the Yankees and Buccaneers instead of the Royals and Raiders, says if Aaron Judge’s 62 homers make him the legit single-season HR king, and reacts to the way his ‘Showtime’ book was dramatized for HBO’s ‘Winning Time’ that resulted in some ruffled feathers for Lakers legend Jerry West and others. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

ESPN MLB Insider Jeff Passan and Rich discuss Yankees OF Aaron Judge’s decision making process as he heads into free agency this offseason, how the Yankees must address their roster to compete with the Houston Astros and other up-and-coming AL teams like the Mariners and Guardians in 2023, and if the Phillies have a chance to upset the Astros in the World Series. Rich reacts to the 6-0 Philadelphia Eagles trading for Chicago Bears edge rusher Robert Quinn. Hall of Fame DB Brian Dawkins tells Rich what the Eagles landing edge rusher Robert Quinn means for Philly’s Super Bowl hopes, how QB Jalen Hurts’ mental toughness is setting the tone in the Eagles’ locker room, and weighs in on Packers QB Aaron Rodgers publicly calling out his young teammates. Rich comments on the Lakers dropping to 0-4 on the season and ponders if LeBron has any shot of winning with the non-descript roster surrounding him on the floor, and reacts to Bill Belichick’s latest press conference addressing questions about his ambiguous starting QB situation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich previews the Thursday Night Football matchup between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Baltimore Ravings, explaining what’s at stake for Tom Brady’s disappointing season so far.  Seahawks All-Pro WR Tyler Lockett tells Rich why he’s not surprised by the play of veteran QB Geno Smith and rookie RB Kenneth Walker III, why he firmly believes Seattle has a championship team, and discusses the rough season for friend and former teammate Russell Wilson with the Denver Broncos. Rich praises Pete Carroll and the surprising first-place Seahawks, reacts to the New York Giants trading former 1st-round WR Kadarius Toney to the Kansas City Chiefs, and weighs in on Aaron Rodgers’ latest comments about the Packers’ struggling offense. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich and the guys react to the latest Bill Belichick Press Conference Moment that features an all-time back-and-forth with the New England media about starting Mac Jones or Bailey Zappe against the Jets in Week 8.  Legendary film and TV producer Jerry Bruckheimer joins Rich in-studio where he reveals how he convinced Tom Cruise to be in the original ‘Top Gun’ and why ‘Top Gun: Maverick” was such a smash hit, how Sylvester Stallone almost starred in ‘Beverly Hills Cop’ instead of Eddie Murphy, reveals how he became a part-owner of the NHL’s Seattle Kraken, and much more. Rich’s wife, Suzy Shuster, calls in to call out her husband for slacking on his domestic duties at home. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich breaks down the “Top 5 NFL Teams on Red Alert” among the Buccaneers, Packers, Raiders, Broncos and Browns who desperately need a win in Week 8. Bengals QB Joe Burrow tells Rich how his pre-season appendectomy impacted the start of his season, what having college teammate Ja’Marr Chase on the team means to him, if he still has close bonds with Ohio State after transferring to LSU in college, and how losing in the Super Bowl to the Rams is helping the Bengals this season.  Rich recants his Jets lamentations from earlier this week where he blamed himself for creating the bad mojo that resulted in RB Breece Hall’s ACL injury. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich weighs in on the latest news on free agent slugger Aaron Judge and pleads for his Yankees to re-sign the likely AL MVP.  Rich reveals his latest NFL Power Rankings with the Seattle Seahawks crashing the party that remains unchanged at the top where the Buffalo Bills, Philadelphia Eagles, Kansas City Chiefs, and Dallas Cowboys roost. Pro Football Hall of Famer Kurt Warner/NFL Network analyst Kurt Warner tells Rich why Bill Belichick should go with Mac Jones over Bailey Zappe as the Patriots’ starting QB, how the Giants and Jets are thriving with less-than-stellar play from QBs Daniel Jones and Zach Wilson, his reaction to Matt Ryan’s Colts benching, and if Aaron Rodgers and Tom Brady can turn around the Packers’ and Buccaneers’ struggling offenses.  Rich and the guys react to Matt Ryan’s comments to the media about his benching and ponder what the former NFL MVP QB’s future looks like. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich and the guys make their predictions on which teams will go on to capture the 7th playoff spot in the NFC and AFC playoffs roll around. Ralph Macchio and Rich discuss his new Karate Kid-inspired book ‘Waxing On,’ reflects on making ‘The Outsiders’ with Francis Ford Coppola, shares a hilarious story about ‘My Cousin Vinny’ co-star Joe Pesci, and explains why ‘Cobra Kai’ resonates with audiences of all ages.  Rich weighs in on the controversial postgame exchange between Buccaneers WR Mike Evans and a referee that was initially mistaken as a request for an autograph. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Athletic’s Colts Insider Zak Keefer tells Rich why Matt Ryan was surprisingly supplanted as starting QB by 6th-round draft pick Sam Ehlinger, how much influence Jim Irsay had in the decision and the Colts owners move to get Daniel Snyder to relinquish his ownership of the Washington Commanders, breaks down how Ehlinger gives the Colts more options on offense, says if the team has ever reached out to retired QB Andrew Luck, and weighs in on Pat McAfee’s poker skills.   Rich breaks down the Bears Monday Night Football win over the New England Patriots and says why the Dallas Cowboys had better be ready for Chicago’s run game in Week 8. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich recaps the Patriots’ Monday Night Football loss to the Chicago Bears and the full-fledged QB controversy Bill Belichick has on his hands with Mac Jones and Bailey Zappe. Patriots Insider Tom Curran tells Rich how Bill Belichick had “one of the weirdest nights of this coaching career” when his Mac Jones-Bailey Zappe experiment backfired against the Bears on MNF, and says why Tom Brady appears “adrift” this season and probably regrets changing his mind on retirement.  Rich responds to a caller who suggests Justin Herbert might not be committed to the Chargers long-term if they can’t transform into legit playoff contenders in the AFC. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich and the guys react to the breaking news that Indianapolis Colts QB Matt Ryan will miss the rest of the season due to a shoulder injury, and weighs in on Pete Carroll and the surprising Seattle Seahawks who find themselves atop the NFC West after Week 7.  Patriots LB Matt Judon tells Rich what it’s like to play for Bill Belichick and shares how the Pats head coach teaches the history of the NFL including players and coaches who’s impact transcend football, and says why he’s not sleeping on Justin Fields and the Chicago Bears on Monday Night Football. Rich wraps up the hour saying how Bryce Harper lived out every kid’s dream with his late-inning home run to put the Phillies in the World Series and reflects on the Yankees’ season that once again ended at the hands of the Houston Astros. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Pro Football Talk’s Mike Florio tells Rich why Tom Brady and Aaron Rodgers might be regretting coming back to play for the Buccaneers and Packers, explains why the only players in the NFL safe as the Trade Deadline approaches are Josh Allen and Patrick Mahomes, says if Broncos rookie head coach Nathaniel Hackett is truly on the hot seat, and why Sean Payton could demand $20 Million per year and why the Chargers would be great fit for the former Saints coach. Jets fan Rich reacts to the news that promising rookie RB Breece Hall’s season has come to an end due to a torn ACL.  In his ‘Overreaction Monday’ segment Rich weighs in on Aaron Rodgers and Tom Brady’s struggles, Joe Burrow’s MVP candidacy, what Dak’s return means for the Cowboys’ NFC East chances, Kenneth Walker III’s impact on the NFC West race, Zach Wilson’s growing pains, Carson Wentz’s future as the Commanders’ starting QB, and if Lamar Jackson’s gamble on himself will pay off this season.  Rich reacts to the head-scratching Week 7 decisions by Dolphins head coach Mike McDaniel and Jaguars head coach Doug Pederson with an emphatic “I don’t get it!” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich recaps the Buccaneers head-scratching 18-point loss to a depleted Carolina Panthers team saying he has big concerns for Tom Brady, and explains why he has even bigger concerns for Aaron Rodgers and the Packers after their Week 7 loss to the Taylor Heinicke-led Washington Commanders. ‘Greenlight Podcast’ host and 2-time Super Bowl champion Chris Long tells Rich why Brady and the Buccaneers look they’re “sleepwalking” of late, if he’s concerned for Aaron Rodgers and the still-struggling Packers’ offense, how the Jets and Giants keep on winning, what Christian McCaffrey to the 49ers and Dak Prescott’s return to the Cowboys means for the NFC playoff picture, and if the Bengals or Titans can crash the Chiefs’ and Bills’ party in the AFC.   Rich recaps the Chiefs’ throttling of the 49ers but says Patrick Mahomes and Josh Allen’s Buffalo Bills had better not sleep on Joe Burrow and the Cincinnati Bengals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich recaps the Arizona Cardinals’ Thursday Night Football win over the struggling New Orleans Saints that included a sideline blowup between Kyler Murray and head coach Kliff Kingsbury. Actor Ryan Phillippe joins Rich in-studio to discuss his new movies ‘American Murderer’ and ‘Summit Fever,’ why he’s “thinking dynasty” about his Philadelphia Eagles, the Phillies’ chances in the NLCS against the Padres, and reveals the ultimate Tom Cruise-inspired stunt he’d like to do in a movie.  Rich wraps up the hour ranking all the NFL’s 3-3 teams including the Dolphins, Rams, Seahawks and others, and Brockman reveals his ‘Sneaky Good Games’ for NFL Week 7 featuring the 49ers, Chiefs, Seahawks, Chargers, Packers, Commanders, Titans and Colts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

UCLA Head Coach Chip Kelly and Rich discuss his return to Oregon for the first time with an unbeaten top-10 team, the growth and maturity of Heisman Trophy candidate QB Dorian Thompson-Robinson, if the 6-0 Bruins have a shot to win the Pac-12 and reach the College Football Playoff, and reveals the amazing story about how he found out UCLA and USC were leaving for the Big Ten. Rich and the guys have a tongue-in-cheek discussion about what the world would be like if we treated the NBA like we do the NFL.  Bears All-Pro LB Roquan Smith and Rich discuss showcasing himself for any potential trade partners against Bill Belichick and the Patriots on Monday Night Football, what the rest of the season holds for 2nd-year QB Justin Fields and why he’s confident his Georgia Bulldogs would easily handle the Ohio State Buckeyes if they were to meet down the road in the College Football Playoff. TJ preached his fantasy football gospel advice for NFL Week 7. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich reacts to the 49ers’ huge trade landing Christian McCaffrey from the Panthers and says why the RB could be a huge factor in the NFC West …if he stays healthy, and lays out what the trade means for the rest of Carolina’s season and future outlook. Jets Head Coach Robert Saleh tells Rich that his young 4-2 team is only starting to scratch the surface on their vast potential, how Quinnen Williams is growing into one of the best DTs in the NFL, reacts to Sauce Gardner donning a cheesehead hat after their road win over the Green Bay Packers, weighs in on WR Elijah Moore’s trade request and his former team, the 49ers, landing Christian McCaffrey from the Panthers. Rich reacts to the Yankees excuses after going down 2-0 to the Houston Astros in the ALCS. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Actor/Comedian Kevin Nealon joins Rich in-studio to discuss his new book of caricatures and sketches with stories about Chris Farley, Peyton & Eli Manning and others, reflects on being an older father, shares his favorite Norm Macdonald memories, and reveals what happens behind the scenes on Adam Sandler movies. Rich reacts to Tom Brady being flat out asked if he’s going to retire after this season, and the guys get into a HEATED discussion about TJ’s still-unnamed fantasy hoops team. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

MLB Network Analyst Al Leiter tells Rich why he missed the days when baseball managers weren’t so bound to analytics, if any team left in the MLB playoffs can beat the Houston Astros, and how banning the shift won’t lead to batters making more contact at the plate next season.  Rich reflects on the Bills and explains how Buffalo’s 2022 season has played out mostly to script so far, and previews the top NFL Week 7 games including the Seahawks vs Chargers, Titans vs Colts, Browns vs Ravens, Steelers vs Dolphins, Chiefs vs 49ers, and Jets vs Broncos. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich previews the Cardinals vs Saints on Thursday Night Football that features the return of DeAndre Hopkins for Arizona after his 6-game PED suspension  Two-sport legend Bo Jackson tells Rich if he’s ever played himself in the classic ‘Tecmo Bowl’ video game, how his 2-sport exploits compare to those of Deion Sanders’, if his NFL career would have been different had he not injured his hip, his favorite recollections of late Raiders owner Al Davis, shares some great baseball stories, and weighs in on Saquon Barkley, Derrick Henry, Aaron Judge and Shohei Ohtani.   Rich reacts to the latest criticism being heaped on struggling Denver Broncos QB Russell Wilson   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Rich Eisen Show's Chris Brockman, TJ Jefferson, and Adam Chudwin break down the latest from the NBA 00:00- Draymond Green fight with Jordan Poole 11:30- Lakers season preview/reaction 20:00 Western Conference and LA Clippers preview 30:00- Eastern Conference 76ers, Bulls, Celtics preview 44:00- Legacy show about the Lakers on Hulu Follow the guys here: Twitter: @chrisbrockman, @toojiggy, @achudwin Instagram : @brockshady, @tjjefferson, @achudwin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich reacts to Tua Tagovailoa’s return to action in Week 7 and says why he’s nervous to see the Dolphins’ QB play after his missing time due to concussions, and the guys reveal their NBA 2022-23 season predictions including MVP, Coach of the Year, Rookie of the Year and who wins the NBA Finals.  Actress Marg Helgenberger joins Rich in-studio where she discusses her return to CBS’ long-running ‘CSI’ franchise and plays a round of ‘Celebrity True or False.’ Rich and the guys react to Ryan Fitzpatrick’s observation that Tom Brady looks disinterest this season and wonder if he can get his fire back in the coming weeks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Pro Football Hall of Famer Cris Carter and Rich discuss his episode of EPIX’s ‘NFL Icons’ and what’s in store for this year’s Ohio State-Michigan rivalry. Rich makes the case for free agent WR Odell Beckham Jr. to sign with the Kansas City Chiefs instead of the Packers, Rams or other teams, and reacts to Indianapolis Colts Owner Jim Irsay saying there’s cause for removing Daniel Snyder as the Washington Commanders’ owner.  Rich reveals his still controversial NFL Top 10 Power Rankings for Week 7. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich recaps the Golden State Warriors’ opening night win over the Lakers and says why concerns about Russell Westbrook’s fit with new Head Coach Darvin Ham were front-and-center right from the season’s get-go.  Thursday Night Football Analyst Ryan Fitzpatrick tells Rich his concerns for the Broncos’ Russell Wilson, the Bears’ Justin Fields and the Cardinals’ Kyler Murray, says how Tua Tagovailoa has improved under new Dolphins Head Coach Mike McDaniel, says why the Bills are the team to beat in the AFC, and explains why he’s not too worried about Tom Brady and the struggling Buccaneers’ offense.  Yankees fan Rich reacts to New York beating the Cleveland Guardians to move on to face the Houston Astros in the ALCS. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bills All-Pro S Jordan Poyer tells Rich what it’s like to play in an NFL game with a collapsed lung after driving 15 hours from Buffalo to Kansas City, says what beating AFC rival Chiefs in Week 6 means, and has nothing but praise for all-world QB Josh Allen.  Actor Colin Hanks joins Rich in-studio to discuss his new Peacock series ‘A Friend of the Family’ and the lengths he went to realistically portray his real-life character’s unique hair style, reveals how much joy he, as a Giants fan, took in the Dodgers’ playoffs demised this season, and touts his upcoming documentaries on baseball hall of famer Willie Mays and comedian John Candy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich and the guys react to the latest QB news from the Pittsburgh Steelers and Dallas Cowboys and debate which NFL quarterbacks would be immune from a QB controversy if their backup came in and won 4 straight games.  Ronnie 2K joins Rich in-studio to preview the new NBA 2K23 release and why a lot of players, like Warriors G Klay Thompson, have big issues with him when it comes to their player ratings, reveals that he’s been offered bribes by players to increase their NBA 2K ratings, says how the season simulation plays out, and says that likely #1 overall NBA draft pick Victor Wembanyama will “break our game.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich recaps yet another ugly offensive display by Russell Wilson and the Broncos and offers up some advice for rookie head coach Nathaniel Hackett, and breaks down why the Chargers’ offense is wildly underutilizing the immense talents of QB Justin Herbert. FOX Sports NFL Analyst Greg Olsen tells Rich what it was like seeing his son, who underwent a heart transplant a year ago, meet Aaron Rodgers, if there’s hope for Rodgers and the struggle Packers’ offense, why the 4-2 Jets are no fluke, what to expect from the 49ers vs Chiefs with both teams coming off losses, comments on Russell Wilson and the Broncos’ stunted offense, and makes a big announcement about Tight End University with George Kittle and Travis Kelce.  Rich and Brockman debate if MLB should change the playoffs format in the wake of higher seeds like the Dodgers and Braves getting bounced by Wild Card teams like the Padres and Phillies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich reacts to his beloved New York Jets improving to 4-2 with a resounding Week 6 win over the Packers at Lambeau Field, has some word of warning for Michigan State after his Michigan Wolverines trounced Penn State, and reacts to the Guardians Josh Naylor’s rather demonstrative home run trot after taking Yankees ace Gerrit Cole deep in their ALDS Game 4.  Broncos QB Russell Wilson tells Rich Eisen why he’s “built for it” in terms of handling the adversity of Denver’s disappointing 2-3 start.  Al in Dallas calls in with a dose of skepticism about his 5-1 New York Giants, the guys debate how much Christian McCaffrey is worth on the trade market and react to Carson Wentz’s finger injury that will keep the Commanders QB out for at least a month. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

NFL Network Analyst Steve Mariucci joins Rich in-studio where he says what’s the root cause of Aaron Rodgers and the Packers’ offensive struggles, if the 5-1 New York Giants are contenders or pretenders, why he still thinks the 49ers will win the NFC West, what’s ailing Tom Brady and the 3-3 Buccaneers, and more.  Rich reacts to Aaron Rodgers’ postgame comments on the Packers offense and says why he’s “genuinely concerned” for Green Bay’s ability to fix their sputtering offense.  In his ‘Overreaction Monday’ segment Rich weighs in on the Packers, Cowboys, Jets, Giants, Vikings, Marcus Mariota, Mitchell Trubisky and the Patriots’ brewing QB controversy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich recaps the Buffalo Bills’ big Week 6 win over their AFC nemesis Kansas City Chiefs led by otherworldly QB Josh Allen, and comments on Jalen Hurts’ leading the Eagles to victory over the Cowboys and says why Dallas has a lot to hang their hat on despite the loss.  Two-Time Super Bowl champion Chris Long tells Rich why Josh Allen and the Buffalo Bills are the team to beat, his takeaways from the Philadelphia Eagles’ Sunday Night Football win over NFC East rival Dallas Cowboys, why Tom Brady is not the problem with the struggling Tampa Bay Buccaneers, why the 5-1 Minnesota Vikings are more legit than the 5-1 New York Giants, and more. Rich reacts to CBS Sports’ Ian Eagle coming through with a promise he made on last week’s show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Chris Brockman's significant other Sarah Tiana joins Rich in-studio to reveal how Brockman almost blew it when the first started dating, plays a round of ‘What’s More Likely’ where they weigh in on the Patriots-Browns, Vikings-Dolphins, Falcons, Seahawks, Tom Brady, Aaron Rodgers, Bengals, Giants, Saints, Ravens, Trevor Lawrence, Jonathan Taylor, Chiefs vs Bills, and Cowboys vs Eagles, shares a great/embarrassing story about Brockman meeting Keyshawn Johnson once at the L.A. County Fair, explains why she’s predicting Quinn Ewers will lead the Texas Longhorns to the College Football Playoff, and more. TJ offers up his Fantasy Football advice for NFL Week 6, and Brockman put his money where his mouth is in ‘Sneaky Good Games’ featuring the Bills vs Chiefs, Buccaneers vs Steelers, Patriots vs Browns, and Jaguars vs Colts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich recaps the rather ugly Thursday Night Football game between the Bears and Commanders and breaks down the inner turmoil surrounding Washington owner Daniel Snyder that could be affecting the team’s play on the field. Chargers Head Coach Brandon Staley tells Rich why he’s not underestimating Russell Wilson and the Denver Broncos despite their sputtering start to the season, why Justin Herbert battling through a rib injury is as impressive as his skill as a QB, and if he and Keenan Allen are cool after the WR publicly questioned Staley’s 4th down decision that nearly cost L.A. a loss in Week 5 vs the Browns.  Rich lists this ‘Top 5 NFL Week 6 Games’ including the Jets vs Packers, Vikings vs Dolphins, Ravens vs Giants, Cowboys vs Eagles, and Bills vs Chiefs…with an extra Cardinals vs Seahawks preview. Rich and the guys celebrate the anniversary of ‘Pulp Fiction’ by debating the best scenes from the Quentin Tarantino classic, and react to the latest Bill Belichick Press Conference Moment of the Day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich and the guys debate if the Dallas Cowboys should stick with Cooper Rush over Dak Prescott at QB as long as he keeps winning games, and why Bill Belichick won’t publicly back Mac Jones’ job as the Patriots’ starting QB over backup Bailey Zappe. NFL Insider Ian Rapoport tells Rich why Patriots Head Coach Bill Belichick won’t outright name Mac Jones the Pats’ long-term starter over Bailey Zappe, if there’s any chance Cooper Rush could supplant Dak Prescott as the Dallas Cowboys starting QB, why Commanders HC Ron Rivera and owner Daniel Snyder are elbowing for credit for the Carson Wentz acquisition, which coaches (if any) are feeling the heat, if they Panthers are ready to conduct a fire sale, if the NFL will punish Raiders WR Davante Adams for shoving over a member of the media after MNF, and if there’s a timeline for Tua Tagovailoa’s return to the Miami Dolphins.  Rich reacts to the NFL backing the controversial Roughing the Passer call against Chiefs’ DT Chris Jones when he strip-sacked Raiders QB Derek Carr on Sunday Night Football. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich and Brockman preview the big weekend for Syracuse and Michigan football, previews the Cowboys vs Eagles on Sunday Night Football with TJ, and debates Brockman on whether the 4-1 New York Giants are legit.  FOX Sports’ Joel Klatt and Rich preview #4 Michigan vs #10 Penn State this weekend, says why he’s predicting Hendon Walker and Tennessee pull off the upset vs Nick Saban and Alabama, and breaks down the top NFL rookies this season including Jets RB Breece Hall, Jaguars DE Travon Walker and Steelers QB Kenny Pickett. Rich reacts to Tom Brady’s latest comments on the controversial Roughing the Passer flag vs the Atlanta Falcons than ensured a Buccaneers’ win, and offers a mea culpa on that Miami Dolpins ping pong table take from yesterday’s show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich defends his latest NFL Power Rankings to Brockman and TJ, and dusts of ‘Why Talkin’ Playoff or What?!?!’ to weigh in on the postseason possibilities for the Jets, Bengals, Broncos, Rams, Giants, and Saints.  Pro Football Hall of Fame DT Warren Sapp tells Rich why he has a big problem with the NFL’s recent rash of egregious Roughing the Passer penalties, says why he’s concerned for Tom Brady and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, and previews the Cowboys vs Eagles Week 6 NFC East showdown. Rich weighs in on the Golden State Warriors decision to not suspend Draymond Green so he could take part in the team’s ring ceremony on opening night, and recounts his daughter Taylor’s first ever youth league basketball game where she faced off against Kevin Garnett’s daughter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich previews the huge weekend in sports that features NFL Week 6, big-time College Football matchups, the MLB playoffs, plus NBA and NHL action. UCLA Athletic Director Martin Jarmond joins Rich in-studio to discuss the Bruins upcoming move from the Pac-12 to the Big Ten Conference, the huge changes coming that could re-shape the college football landscape, and takes some RES Consulting pitches for when the Bruins start playing games in cold-weather locations.  Rich weighs in on the latest on the rash of controversial Roughing the Passer flags plaguing the NFL. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Lakers owner Jeanie Buss joins Rich in-studio to discuss the hiring of Darvin Ham, how Russell Westbrook fits in with the team’s plans for this season, giving VP of Basketball Operations Rob Pelinka a contract extension, if see envisions LeBron James someday playing in L.A. alongside his son Bronny. Rich and the guys weigh in on the Golden State Warriors’ decision to not suspend Draymond Green for punching teammate Jordan Poole during a practice, and react to the latest Bill Belichick press conference along with ‘Married with Children’ star Ed O’Neill’s priceless response as Al Bundy to Chiefs TE Travis Kelce’s 4 touchdown night. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Actor Nick Turturro joins Rich in-studio to discuss the fate of their beloved Yankees in the playoffs, who wins the World Series, and if he’d really abandon the Pinstripes if they don’t re-sign Aaron Judge. Rich reveals his brand-new NFL Top Ten Power Rankings heading into Week 6’s games. Fox Sports NFL Rules Expert Mike Pereira tells Rich why the league is not likely to change enforcement of Roughing the Passer rules despite the furor created by two recent controversial flags in Tampa Bay and Kansas City, and says why the NFL should adopt the way the USFL reviews Personal Foul penalties. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich reacts the misdemeanor assault charges filed against Davante Adams and predicts the Raiders WR deserves a 1-game suspension for shoving a member of the media to the ground following Las Vegas’ Monday Night Football loss to the Chiefs, and reacts to the news that the Dallas Cowboys will be starting Cooper Rush against the Philadelphia Eagles in Week 6 with Dak Prescott still recovering from thumb surgery.  CBS Sports’ Ian Eagle tells Rich how new head coach Brian Daboll has already had a huge impact on the 4-1 New York Giants’ locker room culture, says he’s not shocked the Carolina Panthers fired Matt Rhule, if the Buffalo Bills or the San Francisco 49ers are the better team right now, and why NOBODY can predict how Kevin Durant, Kyrie Irving and Ben Simmons will mesh on the Brooklyn Nets this season.  Rich likens the decisions made by Seattle Mariners manager Scott Servais in the 9th inning against the Houston Astros Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In his ‘Overreaction Tuesday’ segment Rich says if the Raiders can still make the playoffs, Josh Jabobs’ “prove it” year, the Chiefs’ offense without Tyreek Hill, and how much offensive fireworks we can expect out of the Chiefs vs Bills in Week 6. Rich ponders how much Aaron Rodgers is missing Davante Adams this season and the guys debate if the Broncos would have been better off with a Rodgers-Nathaniel Hackett pairing than with Russell Wilson. Actor David Boreanaz joins Rich in-studio to discuss the new season of his Paramount+ show ‘Seal Team,’ reveals why he did likewise as Packers QB Aaron Rodgers and experimented with ayahuasca recently, reveals why he’s a believer in Nick Sirianni, Jalen Hurts and his Philadelphia Eagles, and more.  Wrexham striker Paul Mullin tells Rich what it’s having actors Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney as bosses as shown in the FX series ‘Welcome to Wrexham.’ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

 ESPN/HBO host Bomani Jones and Rich discuss the 3-2 Jets, the controversial Roughing the Passer penalty in the Chiefs-Raiders MNF game, the Cowboys’ and Chargers’ Super Bowl chances, and why the Warriors will be challenged to get over Draymond Green punching teammate Jordan Poole. Jets RB Breece Hall tells Rich how he overcame some early jitters to help New York improve to 3-2, says why he has a chip on his shoulder after falling out of the 1st round of this year’s NFL Draft, and reveals how his cousin, former 49ers RB Roger Craig, helped prepare him for career in the NFL. Rich and the guys have a tongue-in-cheek reaction to Bill Belichick’s latest comments on how long backup Bailey Zappe will fill in for Mac Jones at QB. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich recaps the Raiders-Chiefs Monday Night Football thriller, says why he still thinks Las Vegas can make the playoffs, previews KC’s next big challenge against the Buffalo Bills, and says why the NFL MUST change its Roughing the Passer rules to allow for video reviews of those flags after the latest controversial penalty on Chiefs’ DT Chris Jones. Rich reacts to Washington Commanders Head Coach Ron Rivera publicly calling out QB Carson Wentz then trying to walk back his comments. ESPN’s Eli Manning tells Rich why the 4-1 Giants have been able to find success with QB Daniel Jones while the 1-4 Commanders are struggling with Carson Wentz, says why even he, as a former NFL quarterback, has an issue with the rash of Roughing the Passer penalties in the NFL of late. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In his ‘Overreaction Monday’ segment Rich weighs in on the Jets and Rams’ playoff chances, if the 49ers and Eagles are destined to play in the NFC Championship game, the Cowboys’ defense, Josh Allen’s MVP-caliber season, Aaron Rodgers and the scuffling Packers, NFL parity, the Dodgers vs Padres, Aaron Judge and the Mets, and if we’ll see a Wild Card team win the World Series this season. Raiders DE Maxx Crosby tells Rich how the team is adjusting to new head coach Josh McDaniels and is ready to move past their disappointing 1-3 start and preview Las Vegas’ pivotal Monday Night Football showdown against Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs. Rich looks ahead to next Sunday night’s big NFC East matchup between Jalen Hurts and the Philadelphia Eagles vs the Dallas Cowboys, and the guys offer up their predictions for Raiders-Chiefs on MNF. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

‘Green Light’ podcast host and 2-time Super Bowl champion Chris Long tells Rich why Matt Rhule failed to live up to expectations with the Carolina Panthers, why Brandon Staley’s controversial call against the Cleveland Browns could have cost him the Chargers locker room, says why he still has faith in Aaron Rodgers and the Packers, heaps praise on Brian Daboll who has the surprising New York Giants 4-1, says why he has serious concerns about Matthew Stafford and the Los Angeles Rams, and laments the “awful” Roughing the Passer call on the Falcons’ Grady Jarrett when he sacked Tom Brady late in Atlanta’s loss to the Buccaneers. Rich and the guys react to the strange moment in the NL Wild Card games where umpires were asked by Mets manager Buck Showalter to check the ears of Padres pitcher Joe Musgrove, and weigh in on Draymond Green’s apology to Jordan Poole for assaulting his Warriors teammate during a pre-season practice. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich reacts to the Panthers firing head coach Matt Rhule, saying he feels former Saints coach Sean Payton could be in play for Carolina, reacts to the controversial Roughing the Passer call on Tom Brady that sealed the Buccaneers’ win over the Atlanta Falcons, comments on on Chargers Head Coach Brandon Staley’s head-scratching decision that almost handed a win to the Cleveland Browns, and weighs in on the New York Giants and New York Jets both being over .500 for at the same time for the first time in 7 seasons. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Chiefs super fan Eric Stonestreet surprises Rich with an unscheduled visit to the studio to discuss Rich’s controversial pick of the Raiders to win the AFC West, plays a round of ‘What’s More Likely’ where he weighs in on the Eagles, Texans, Bengals, Ravens, Falcons, Cars, Rams vs Cowboys, Dolphins, Saints, Jets, Chargers vs Browns, the Patriots’ Bailey Zappe, and who wins the World Series, and shares his favorite Ed O’Neill stories from their time on ‘Modern Family’ together.  TJ preaches his NFL Week 5 Fantasy Football advice and Brockman says how you should bet the Seahawks vs Saints, Dolphins vs Jets, Cowboys vs Rams, and 49ers vs Panther in ‘Sneaky Good Games.’ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

FOX Sports’ LeSean McCoy tells Rich why he thinks Russell Wilson and the Broncos offense will get it all sorted out sooner or later, why the Eagles are the scariest team in the NFL, that the Cowboys should stick with Cooper Rush at QB even when Dak Prescott returns from his thumb injury, says the Golden State Warriors will be able to mend fences in the locker room after Draymond Green punched out Jordan Poole during a practice, and emphatically states why Bill Belichick owes all of his success to Tom Brady.  Lakers owner and G.L.O.W. founder David McLane join Rich in-studio to discuss their new venture WOW – Women Of Wrestling. Rich reveals the top 5 NFL storylines he’ll be paying close attention to next month including the 49ers, Dolphins, Eagles and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich recaps the ugly Colts vs Broncos Thursday Night Football field goal fest recaps the ugly Colts vs Broncos Thursday Night Football field goal fest Fox Sports NFL Analyst Mark Schlereth tells Rich why the Colts-Broncos might be the worst NFL game he’s ever seen, what’s the source of Russell Wilson’s frustration after such high expectations when he came over from the Seahawks, says if rookie head coach Nathaniel Hackett should be looking over his shoulder for Sean Payton, breaks down the Colts’ offensive line woes, and says why the Eagles are the best team in the NFL.   Rich and the guys react to the Golden State Warriors’ Draymond Green punching teammate Jordan Poole during a recent practice. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

FOX Sports’ LeSean McCoy tells Rich why he thinks Russell Wilson and the Broncos offense will get it all sorted out sooner or later, why the Eagles are the scariest team in the NFL, that the Cowboys should stick with Cooper Rush at QB even when Dak Prescott returns from his thumb injury, says the Golden State Warriors will be able to mend fences in the locker room after Draymond Green punched out Jordan Poole during a practice, and emphatically states why Bill Belichick owes all of his success to Tom Brady.  Lakers owner Jeanie Buss and G.L.O.W. founder David McLane join Rich in-studio to discuss their new venture WOW – Women Of Wrestling. Rich reveals the top 5 NFL storylines he’ll be paying close attention to next month including the 49ers, Dolphins, Eagles and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich reacts to Aaron Rodgers using the possibility of retirement to motivate his young receiving corps to improve more quickly, and says why Tom Brady’s latest comments on NFL parity bode well for his post-playing career as a Fox Sports NFL analyst.  Rich and the guys reveal their ‘NFL Quarterpost Awards’ for Most Valuable Player, Coach of the Year, Defensive Player of the Year and Comeback Player of the Year, weigh in on Geno Smith’s return from NFL obscurity, and debate if Brockman actually made a prediction about Patriots QB Bailey Zappe.  The show’s hair & makeup artist Sarah Jackson sits down with Rich to reveal how she met her husband on the set with the couple expecting a son in the near future. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich reflects on the show’s 8th anniversary and recalls some of the most memorable in-studio guests since the launch. The guys react to Cowboys head coach Mike McCarthy addressing the media about being underdogs this Sunday against the defending champion Los Angeles Rams. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich breaks down the pivotal Thursday Night Football matchup between the Denver Broncos and Indianapolis Colts laying out the huge stakes for both underperforming teams.  NFL Network Analyst Steve Smith Sr. joins Rich in-studio to discuss how some athletes manufacture things to get fired up about to stoke their competitive fire, explains why the Eagles are soaring high while Russell Wilson and the Broncos are still scuffling on offense, says why the Miami Dolphins are legit contenders in the AFC, says why the Carolina Panthers shouldn’t fire embattled head coach Matt Rhule, and previews Denver vs Indianapolis on TNF.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich and the guys marvel over the G League debut of 7’5” Frenchman Victor Wembanyama and workshop a nickname for the future NBA lottery pick.  Actor/comedian Mo Amer joins Rich in-studio to discuss his new Netflix show, reveals how he discovered stand-up comedy at the age of 10…in the Houston Astrodome??, compares his Astros’ history of cheating to Rich’s Yankees, and reveals what Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson told him in the first day of shooting ‘Black Adam’ and what it’s like to play golf with former 007 James Bond Pierce Brosnan. Rich and the guys react to the latest Bill Belichick Press Conference moment where the Patriots head coach was asked which QB will start this Sunday.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

ESPN MLB Insider Jeff Passan and Rich discuss what happens to Aaron Judges’ 62nd home run ball, debate if his American League HR record should be considered the MLB record in the face of Barry Bond’s PED suspicions, predicts his World Series winner, and says to brace yourself for a “crazy” baseball offseason that could see the Angels trade Shohei Ohtani  Rich gets roped into a game of ‘Start-Bench-Cut’ where he has to rank his devotion to the Yankees, Jets and University of Michigan, and reveals his top ten Power Rankings heading into NFL Week 5. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Yankees fan Rich reacts to Aaron Judge setting the American League single-season home run record with 62 longballs, and explains why he feels the Pinstripes’ slugger is the true “clean” home run king instead of Barry Bonds. Emmy-winning actor Jimmy Smits joins Rich in-studio to discuss his new CBS drama ‘East New York,” Aaron Judge’s 62nd home run, joining the ‘Star Wars’ universe, and dishes the dirt on L.A. Law, NYPD Blue, Miami Vice and more in a round of ‘Celebrity True or False.’ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Eagles All-Pro OT Lane Johnson tells Rich what it was like facing his old head coach Doug Pederson in Week 4, how Jalen Hurts has matured and improved as a quarterback and more. Rich and the guys debate if it’s better to slip out of party without saying goodbye to anyone or to make the rounds before making your exit, and debate if the Dallas Cowboys should stick with Cooper Rush at their starting QB for another week or so or let Dak Prescott return in Week 5 to take on the Rams.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

ESPN’s Robert Griffin III tells Rich how Deebo Samuel makes the 49ers a dangerous team, why the Rams are not using WR Allen Robinson properly, if the Eagles’ early success is sustainable, how the Ravens get past Lamar Jackson’s 4th down blunder that led to Baltimore’s Week 3 loss to the Buffalo Bills, explains why Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs’ offense is harder to defend without Tyreek Hill, and says why the Dallas Cowboys shouldn’t hurry Dak Prescott back into action with Cooper Rush manning the helm in his place. Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes tells Rich if KC’s Super Bowl loss to the Buccaneers provided some extra motivation for Week 4’s drubbing of Tampa Bay, how he’s adjusted to the loss of Tyreek Hill to the Miami Dolphins, reveals what goes through his mind when he’s improvising his “streetball” plays on the field, and graciously responds to ‘Happy Days’ star Henry Winkler’s homemade dinner invitation.   Rich and the guys react to Alabama Head Coach Nick Saban’s response to a question about the status of injured Heisman Trophy-winning QB Bryce Young for Saturday’s game vs Jimbo Fisher and Texas A&M.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich recaps the San Francisco 49ers’ Monday Night Football win over NFC West rival Los Angeles Rams. NBC Sports’ NFL Insider Peter King tells Rich why the Steelers made the switch from Mitchell Trubisky to Kenny Pickett as their starting QB, why he’s shocked John Harbaugh is getting so much heat for his 4th down call in the Ravens’ Week 4 loss to the Buffalo Bills, if Colts head coach Frank Reich is on the hot seat already, explains how Jalen Hurts has turned the Eagles into Super Bowl contenders, and discusses the latest in the Tua Tagovailoa concussion controversy. Rich and the guys react to Steelers Head Coach Mike Tomlin officially naming rookie Kenny Pickett the team’s starting quarterback over Mitchell Trubisky. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The MMQB’s Albert Breer and Rich discuss the controversy surrounding Tua Tagovailoa and possible changes coming to the NFL’s concussion protocol, debate if Kenny Pickett should be the Steelers starting QB going forward over Mitchell Trubisky, why Dak Prescott’s job is secure despite Cooper Rush going 3-0 in his stead, what the future holds in Carolina for QB Baker Mayfield and head coach Matt Rhule, and why Ohio State ran a fake punt late in their game while up big on Rutgers that caused a bench-clearing skirmish the featured Buckeyes’ head coach and Scarlett Knight’s HC Greg Schiano jawing at each other.  Rich reacts to Tua Tagovailoa being officially ruled out for the Miami Dolphins in Week 5 and says how the NFL’s concussion protocol needs to be changed to better address the health and safety of players. In his ‘Overreaction Monday’ segment Rich weighs in on Cooper Rush and the Dallas Cowboys, how many playoff teams the NFC East will have, Baker Mayfield, Geno Smith, Kenny Pickett, John Harbaugh, the Chiefs and more. Mets fan TJ finds a loophole that allows him to welch on his bet with Braves fan Al in Atlanta. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

‘The Green Light’ podcast host and 2-time Super Bowl champion Chris Long and Rich break down the Chiefs’ offense taking it to a previously stout Buccaneers’ defense, debate John Harbaugh’s controversial choice to go for a touchdown instead of a gimme FG in the Ravens loss to the Buffalo Bills, weighs in on the potential QB controversies on the Pittsburgh Steelers, New England Patriots and Dallas Cowboys, and reacts to Doug Pederson’s return to Philadelphia in Week 4 and says what kind of impact he’s had on the Jacksonville Jaguars this season. Rich lists his ‘Top 5 Surprises’ from the NFL season so far including the Seattle Seahawks, Miami Dolphins, Atlanta Falcons, NFC East and AFC West, weighs in on Baker Mayfield’s shaky job security in Carolina and on Panthers’ HC Matt Rhule being rumored for the Wisconsin head coaching job with leads to some random boasting about his unbeaten Michigan Wolverines. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich recaps the Patrick Mahomes and the Kansasy City Chiefs’ impressive offensive display against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers #1-ranked scoring defense to the tune of 41 points on Sunday Night Football and says why he still thinks Tom Brady and company will still win the NFC South. Rich weighs in on Ravens HC John Harbaugh’s controversial decision to go for a touchdown instead of a gimme field goal late in their Week 4 loss to the Buffalo Bills, and comments on the Steelers’ QB controversy after head coach Mike Tomlin replaced Mitchell Trubisky with rookie Kenny Pickett in Pittsburgh’s loss to the Jets, and puffs his chest over Zach Wilson’s return and the Jets improving to 2-2 on the season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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In his ‘What’s More Likely’ segment Rich weighs in on Josh Allen vs Lamar Jackson, the Jets, Patriots, Micah Parsons vs Carson Wentz, Nick Chubb, Saquon Barkley, the Patriots vs Pacers, Eagles vs Jaguars, and Raiders vs Broncos in Week 4. Actor Joe Manganiello joins Rich in-studio to discuss the new season of ‘Mythic Quest,’ his beloved Steelers facing Rich’s Jets in Week 4, what it’s like to work with acclaimed director Steven Soderbergh and more. Rich previews the Cowboys vs Commanders NFC East showdown and says why he likes Tom Brady and the Buccaneers over Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs on Sunday Night Football.  TJ debuts a new theme for his fantasy football segment and Brockman offers up his top picks for NFL Week 4 in ‘Sneaky Good Games.’ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Browns WR Amari Cooper tells Rich that he still doesn’t know why Jerry Jones traded him from the Dallas Cowboys to Cleveland, says how RB Nick Chubb compares to his former teammate Ezekiel Elliott, reveals what he did once that got Nick Saban fired up, and reacts to Tua Tagovailoa’s head injury that saw him carried off the field in Cincinnati on a stretcher.  Rich previews the NFL schedule and breaks down the most intriguing games in Week 4, and expresses his appreciation as a baseball for what Aaron Judge and Shohei Ohtani have done this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich reacts to the horrific head injury suffered by Dolphins QB Tua Tagovailoa in Miami’s Thursday Night Football loss to the Cincinnati Bengals and explains why he thinks Tua should not have been on the playing field in the first place. 49ers TE George Kittle (an Iowa alum) and Rich (Michigan alum) talk trash ahead of this weekend’s Hawkeyes-Wolverines Big Ten showdown, weighs in on Jimmy Garoppolo’s return as the Niners’ starting QB, previews the pivotal NFC West showdown with the Los Angeles Rams on Monday Night Football, and reacts to Tua’s head injury.   Rich and the guys react to Bill Belichick’s latest press conference where he actually broke out a smile for all the reporters. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich recaps Aaron Judge matching Roger Maris’ American League record with 61 home runs and reacts to Blue Jays fan Frank Lasagna (yes, that’s his actual name) who had the ball hit his glove only to drop it into Toronto’s bullpen.   Actor Josh Duhamel joins Rich in-studio to discuss his Disney+ show ‘The Mighty Ducks: Game Changers,’ his beloved Minnesota Vikings, and talks Steven Spielberg, disco queen Donna Summer and more in a round of ‘Celebrity True or False,’ and reveals his favorite story about the late James Caan from their time on ‘Las Vegas.’  Rich reacts to the latest NFL injury news including updates on Carolina Panthers RB Christian McCaffrey and Patriots QB Mac Jones. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

ESPN NFL Analyst Steve Young and Rich discuss his episode of EPIX’s ‘NFL Icons’ that chronicles his journey from 8th string QB at BYU to Pro Football Hall of Famer, how he want from NFL afterthought to causing the exodus of Joe Montana from San Francisco, reveals his concern for the Jimmy Garoppolo-Trey Lance dynamic in the 49ers locker room, and offers up his lefty-to-lefty advice for Dolphins QB Tua Tagovailoa.  Los Angeles Rams QB Matthew Stafford tells Rich how the team is handling their ‘defending champions’ crown, what it’s been like to see Cooper Kupp emerge as one of the most dangerous offensive weapons in the NFL, and previews L.A.’s pivotal Monday Night Football NFC West showdown against the San Francisco 49ers.  Rich lists his ‘Top 5 NFL Missing Pieces’ this season including the Cardinals’ DeAndre Hopkins, Davante Adams from the Packers, Josh McDaniels from the Patriots, Tyreek Hill from the Chiefs, and Sean Payton from the Saints.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Yankees fan Rich reacts to Aaron Judge’s 61st home run this season and debates if the Pinstripe’s slugger should be regarded as the true HR king instead of Barry Bonds if he reaches 62. Future Hall of Fame QB Drew Brees tells Rich how much he’s enjoying retirement and playing fantasy football against his sons, why he had a big issue with Saints DB Marshon Lattimore getting ejected from the Buccaneers game after his scuffle with Tampa Bay WR Mike Evans, weighs in on New Orleans’ offensive struggles to start the season, and offers his advice on QB’s like Tua Tagovailoa and Baker Mayfield who are out to prove their doubters wrong.  Rich previews the big Thursday Night Football showdown between the Miami Dolphins’ Tua Tagovailoa and the Cincinnati Bengals’ Joe Burrow. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jets fan Rich reacts to the announcement that Zach Wilson has been cleared to return to action in Week 4 and says why it’s time to see some results from the 2nd-year QB in New York. Pro Football Hall of Famer and Jackson State Head Coach Deion Sanders tries to talk Rich into getting a hair replacement procedure, says why his son Shedeur deserves Heisman Trophy consideration, reacts to rumors he’s in the mix for the Georgia Tech coaching vacancy, weighs in on Aaron Judge’s home run chase, Mets manager Buck Showalter, says how Carlton Fisk lied about him drawing a dollar sign in the batters box dirt, and shares his favorite stories about two-sport phenom Bo Jackson.  Rich previews the Raiders pivotal AFC West Week 4 showdown with the Denver Broncos which could leave Derek Carr and company in an 0-4 hole to start the season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jets fan Rich reacts to the announcement that Zach Wilson has been cleared to return to action in Week 4 and says why it’s time to see some results from the 2nd-year QB in New York. Pro Football Hall of Famer and Jackson State Head Coach Deion Sanders tries to talk Rich into getting a hair replacement procedure, says why his son Shedeur deserves Heisman Trophy consideration, reacts to rumors he’s in the mix for the Georgia Tech coaching vacancy, weighs in on Aaron Judge’s home run chase, Mets manager Buck Showalter, says how Carlton Fisk lied about him drawing a dollar sign in the batters box dirt, and shares his favorite stories about two-sport phenom Bo Jackson.  Rich previews the Raiders pivotal AFC West Week 4 showdown with the Denver Broncos which could leave Derek Carr and company in an 0-4 hole to start the season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

ESPN NFL Analyst Dan Orlovsky tells Rich how great it felt to have Jimmy Garropolo join him in the “I Once Stepped Out of the Back of the Endzone for a Safety” club, says why the Philadelphia Eagles are legitimate Super Bowl contenders, explains how new Head Coach Mike McDaniel has made the Dolphins’ offense much more dynamic and adaptable, why the Bills are still the best team in the NFL despite their Week 3 loss, posits that Raiders QB Derek Carr might be freezing out Davante Adams, and more.  Actor/comedian Taran Killam joins Rich in-studio to discuss his Amazon Prime Video NFL show “The Pile On,’ why he’s he’ll go from unsufferable Rams fan to obnoxiously insufferable Rams fan if they beat the 49ers on Monday Night Football, and much more!  Rich reflects on the fact that the only unbeaten NFL teams heading into Week 4 are Tua Tagovailoa’s Miami Dolphins and Jalen Hurts’ Philadelphia Eagles whose fates have been inexorably intertwined since their days with the Alabama Crimson Tide. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich lists his “Top 5 NFL Teams Whose Fortunes Changed in Week 3” including the Miami Dolphins, New England Patriots, Jacksonville Jaguars, Indianapolis Colts and Carolina Panthers. Eagles All-Pro CB Darius Slay tells Rich how he got his “Big Play” nickname and why he embraced the challenge of shutting down opponents’ top receivers week in and week out, weighs in on Jalen Hurts impressive start to the season and the reason behind Philly’s Batman cape on the sideline, what winning a Super Bowl would mean to him, and how he became fast friends with 76ers guard James Harden.  Rich and the guys react to the new-look James Harden who showed up to the Philadelphia 76ers’ media day looking trim and fit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich recaps the Cowboys Monday Night Football win over NFC East rival New York Giants and says why Dallas, despite Cooper Rush going 2-0 in Dak Prescott’s stead, does NOT have a QB controversy. Tampa Bay Times Buccaneers Insider Rick Stroud tells Rich how the Bucs are preparing to deal with the impending arrival of Hurricane Ira, how a slew of injuries are impacting the team, breaks down the snafus at the end of Tampa’s Week 3 loss to Aaron Rodgers and the Green Bay Packers, says why Tom Brady is missing Rob Gronkowski now more than ever, and previews the Bucs’ Week 4 matchup against Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs.  Rich weighs on his Raiders winning the AFC West prediction in the wake of the team’s 0-3 start, reacts to the latest ‘Bill Belichick Press Conference Moment of the Day’ and weighs in on Brockman’s Twitter beef with everyone in the world related to Patriots backup QB Brian Hoyer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In his ‘Overreaction Monday’ segment Rich says why the Buffalo Bills are still the best team in the NFL despite losing to the Miami Dolphins in Week 3, weighs in on Raiders HC Josh McDaniels’ job security after an 0-3 start, if the Bengals are back, the Chiefs’ offensive struggles in their loss to the Colts, Trevor Lawrence and the Jags’ upward momentum, the Broncos’ sputtering offense, Jalen Hurts’ MPV chances, if the NFC North can land three playoff teams, and if Tom Brady regrets his decision to unretire.  NFL Network NFL Insider Tom Pelissero tells Rich how long the Patriots can expect to be without QB Mac Jones, updates the injury to 49ers OT Trent Williams, the Chargers LT Rashawn Slater, Justin Herbert’s health moving forward, Raiders HC Josh McDaniels postgame meeting with owner Mark Davis, and how the Week 4 Chiefs vs Buccaneers game could be impacted by Hurricane Ian.  Rich and the guys react to NBA Media Day with fresh soundbites from the Nets’ Kevin Durant, Kyrie Irving and Spurs HC Gregg Popovich. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

‘Green Light’ podcast host and 2-time Super Bowl champion Chris Long tells Rich why the Bills vs Dolphins Week 3 showdown reminded him of a playoff game, why he’s ready to purge his memory of the Broncos and 49ers sloppy Sunday Night Football fiasco, if Jalen Hurts and the Eagles are legit Super Bowl contenders, why he’s not a believer in the Tampa Bay Buccaneers offense, and if the Jaguars can actually contend for an AFC South title this season under new head coach Doug Pederson.  Pro Football Hall of Famer and NFL Network Analyst Michael Irvin joins Rich in-studio to discuss why he’s not giving up on his Kirk Cousins as NFL MVP prediction, weighs in on the stuck-in-the mud Broncos and Buccaneers’’ offenses, previews the Dallas Cowboys’ pivotal NFC East showdown on Monday Night Football against the New York Giants, weights in on Jimmy Garoppolo’s return as the 49ers starter, and says how Jalen Hurts has changed the Philadelphia Eagles locker room culture. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich breaks down the epic playoff-like battle between the Miami Dolphins and Buffalo Bills that featured tons of wild moments including an actual “Butt Punt,” and weighs in on the lackluster showdown between the Buccaneers’ Tom Brady and the Packers’ Aaron Rodgers which turned out to be more fizzle than sizzle. Rich recaps the sloppy Broncos vs 49ers Sunday Night Football game and explains why he’s concerned Denver’s new Russell Wilson offense reminds him of Tebow Time (and not in a good way), and marvels at the high-highs and low-lows inconsistency Jimmy Garappolo brings to the 49ers.  Rich recaps the Jaguars 38-10 manhandling of the Chargers and says what a difference a year makes for Jacksonville and QB Trevor Lawrence going from Urban Meyer to Doug Pederson as head coach. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In his ‘What’s More Likely’ segment Rich weighs in on the Bills vs Dolphins, Buccaneers vs Packers, Lions vs Vikings along with takes on the Atlanta Falcons, Tennessee Titans, Jets and Commanders. Rich breaks down some of Week 3’s top NFL games including Texans vs Bears, Raiders vs Titans, Lions vs Vikings, Jaguars vs Chargers, Rams vs Cardinals and Jimmy Garoppolo and the 49ers vs Russell Wilson and the Denver Broncos.  TJ offers up his Week 3 fantasy football advice that includes surprising takes on Tua Tagovailoa and Aaron Rodgers, and Brockman gives his ‘Sneaky Good Games’ wagering advice on the Lions vs Vikings, Chiefs vs Colts, Dolphins vs Bills, and Jaguars vs Chargers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich lists the ‘Top 5 Things I Don’t Know about the 2022 NFL Season after 2 Weeks’ including takes on Tom Brady, Trey Lance, the AFC South and more, which leads do a debate on which division is the NFL’s best so far this year.  Cowboys QB Cooper Rush tells Rich what it’s like to start back-to-back football games for the first time since 2016 as Dak Prescott recovers from his thumb injury, addresses Jerry Jones’ “QB controversy” comments and more.  Giants QB Daniel Jones tells Rich what kind of impacted new head coach Brian Daboll has had on the team on the field and in the locker room, weighs in on his uncertain future in New York, and previews the pivotal Monday Night Football NFC East showdown vs the Dallas Cowboys. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich breaks down the Cleveland Browns improving to 2-1 after their Thursday Night Football Week 3 win over the Steelers and weighs in on Pittsburgh head coach Mike Tomlin’s decision to stick with Mitchell Trubisky as his starting QB over rookie Kenny Pickett. Three-time Pro Bowl cornerback Joe Haden tells Rich why he decided to retire instead of accepting a league-minimum salary offer from the Buffalo Bills to play this season, reveals what it was like to witness the off-the-field phenomenon that was Tim Tebow Time during his playing days with the Florida Gators, if Mike Tomlin is making the right decision to stay the course with Mitchell Trubisky, and previews the Bills vs Dolphins huge Week 3 AFC East showdown.  Rich and the guys react to the Boston Celtics officially suspending Head Coach Ime Udoka for one year for an inappropriate relationship with a team staffer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

New York Yankees play-by-play announcer Michael Kay tells Rich how Aaron Judge is handling the spotlight as he chased down Roger Maris’ American League home run record, if the Pinstripes brass will open the purse strings to keep the slugging outfielder in the Bronx next season and beyond, and how sports fans in the Big Apple are reacting to the Giants’ and Jets’ first two games of the NFL season.  The Athletic’s Celtics Insider Jared Weiss tells Rich the latest surrounding the possible 1-year suspension for Boston head coach Ime Udoka and if team President Brad Stevens could be nudged back into a coaching role.  Rich and the guys react to Cowboys owner Jerry Jones saying he wouldn’t mind a QB controversy between backup Cooper Rush and injured starter Dak Prescott, and react to the latest Bill Belichick Press Conference Moment of the Day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich lists the ‘Top 5 Things He Knows about the 2022 NFL Season after Two Weeks’ including takes on the Buffalo Bills, Miami Dolphins, Kansas City Chiefs, and the NFC West. The MMQB’s Albert Breer tells Rich how the impressive 2-0 Buffalo Bills can still get even better, why he has genuine concerns for the 0-2 Tennessee Titans, updates the injuries to Chargers QB Justin Herbert, Saints QB Jameis Winston, Cowboys QB Dak Prescott, says if there’s a chance Trey Lance can return to the 49ers this season, says when the Jets can expect the return of QB Zach Wilson, and says if Mitchell Trubisky’s starting job with the Steelers is safe if the has another so-so game vs the Cleveland Browns on Thursday Night Football.  Rich and the guys revisit Ed O’Neill’s story about Chris Farley earlier this week with SNL alum Jon Lovitz confirming with photographic proof that Farley did indeed once make a sandwich out of his pet kitten at a Super Bowl party. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich reacts to the news out of Boston that Celtics Head Coach Ime Udoka is facing a 1-year suspension for violating organizational HR rules. Rich previews the big AFC North Thursday Night Football matchup between the Pittsburgh Steelers and Cleveland Browns, weighs in on Joe Burrow admitting that he’s off social media amid the Bengals’ 0-2 start, and comments on the darkening clouds gathering above Hall of Fame QB Brett Favre in the Mississippi welfare misappropriation of funds scandal. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich recaps the Buffalo Bills’ Week 2 demolition of the Tennessee Titans and the Philadelphia Eagles’ domination of the Minnesota Vikings on Monday Night Football. Former NFL WR Andrew Hawkins tells Rich how his new company’s ‘NFL Pro Era’ VR video game puts fans in the shoes of QBs like Lamar Jackson and Josh Allen, why the Miami Dolphins struck gold by hiring offensive guru Mike McDaniel away from the 49ers, if the Browns’ defense can bounce back from their Week 2 meltdown vs the Jets.   Brockman updates his NFL MVP Index top 5 among Jalen Hurts, Patrick Mahomes, Josh Allen, Tyreek Hill, and Lamar Jackson. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Pro Football Hall of Famer Rod Woodson and Rich discuss his new episode of NFL Network’s ‘A Football Life,’ recaps his career from wide-eyed Steelers rookie to his enshrinement in Canton, Ohio, reveals what then-Raiders head coach Bill Callahan did the night before their Super Bowl vs the Buccaneers that ensured a victory for Tampa Bay, says why Mike Tomlin should bench Mitchell Trubisky in favor of rookie QB Kenny Pickett, previews the Dolphins vs Bills huge Week 3 showdown, and says why he’s giving head coaching a shot in the XFL with their Las Vegas franchise.  Rich reveals his newest NFL Power Rankings heading into Week 3’s games. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich reacts to Aaron Judge reaching the 60-home run stratosphere and explains why the Yankees slugger is having a season for the ages. Jacksonville Jaguars Head Coach Doug Pederson explains to Rich the Jags’ “so what, now what?” mentality, how 2nd-year QB Trevor Lawrence has improved this season, why WR Christian Kirk was worth the big contract he signed, what’s spurring Jacksonville’s defensive revival, and he’s approaching (possibly) facing Justin Herbert in Week 3 and (definitely) facing his old QB Jalen Hurts in Week 4.  Rich reacts to news that embattled Phoenix Suns owner Robert Sarver will be selling the team in the wake of his 1-year suspension.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Marshall Faulk tells guest hosts Suzy Shuster which 2-0 NFL teams are for real and which are pretenders, why he’s concerned about the 1-1 Steelers, if the Tennessee Titans might need to make a change at quarterback, and explains why it appears Russell Wilson and new Broncos HC Nathaniel Hackett haven’t developed a level of trust yet. Emmy-nominated actor Ed O’Neill, Suzy and Marshall discuss his upcoming role as disgraced former Clippers owner Donald Sterling in FX’s ‘The Sterling Affairs,’ reveals why he gets fired-up-angry at announcers who talk too much during games and analysts wearing skinny suits and sneakers during halftime and pre-game shows, and tells an unbelievably hilarious MUST HEAR story about the late comedian/actor/SNL alum Chris Farley involving Jon Lovitz, a submarine sandwich and a live cat. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bills All-Pro WR Stefon Diggs tells guest hosts Suzy Shuster and Marshall Faulk how he’s developed a tight relationship with QB Josh Allen and how Buffalo’s “no distractions” mindset has allowed them to race out to an impressive 2-0 start, and says why Von Viller and company will have their hands full with Tua Tagovailoa, Tyreek Hill and the rest of the Miami Dolphins’ offense in their Week 3 showdown. Suzy, Marshall and Brockman discuss if Tom Brady can lure Julian Edelman of Rob Gronkowski out of retirement as the Buccaneers’ receiving corps keeps getting thinner and thinner. In his ‘Burning Questions’ segment Brockman previews the NFL Week 3 matchups between the Steelers vs Browns, Raiders vs Titans, and Lions vs Vikings. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Guest hosts Suzy Shuster and Marshall Faulk break down the Buffalo Bills’ Monday Night Football demolition of the Tennessee Titans, and debate if 49ers GM John Lynch wants Jimmy Garoppolo to win the Super Bowl in the wake of Trey Lance’s season-ending ankle injury. Suzy and Marshall recap the Eagles’ MNF win over the Vikings and debate if Philly can reach the Super Bowl if QB Jalen Hurts keeps playing at a high level, and preview the huge Week 3 AFC East showdown between the 2-0 Bills and the 2-0 Dolphins, along with a preview of the 2-0 New York Giants facing their NFC East rival Dallas Cowboys on Monday Night Football. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Grammy award-winning recording artist Darius Rucker tells Rich why he’s more excited for his beloved Miami Dolphins than he has been in years, how he teamed up with the NFL for his clothing line and more. Rich lists his top 5 most disappointing NFL teams so far among the Denver Broncos, Indianapolis Colts, Carolina Panthers, Las Vegas Raiders, and Cincinnati Bengals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Two-time Super Bowl Champion and ‘Green Light’ podcast host Chris Long tells Rich why the Tua Tagovailoa and the Miami Dolphins’ comeback win over the Baltimore Ravens is the biggest story coming out of NFL Week 2, react to the Mike Evans-instigated fight between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and New Orleans Saints, says why Jimmy Garoppolo makes the 49ers the best team in the NFC, and breaks down the AFC West after two weeks of tight competition. In his ‘Overreaction Monday’ segment Rich weighs in on Jimmy Garoppolo and the 49ers, Cooper Rush and the Cowboys, Amon-Ra St. Brown and the Lions’ playoff chances, Tua vs Lamar, if the Steelers should turn to Kenny Pickett, if the Jaguars could win the AFC South, and whether the Jets should stick with Joe Flacco even when Zach Wilson returns from injury. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich recaps the wild NFL Week 2 Sunday that included player fights, crazy comebacks and more, and breaks down the Miami Dolphins’ stunning win over the Baltimore Ravens and what it means for Tua Tagovailoa’s legitimacy as a QB and why the Buffalo Bills should be looking over their shoulder in the AFC East.  Rich reacts to Trey Lance’s season-ending ankle injury and what the presence of Jimmy Garoppolo means for his future as the 49ers’ starting QB. Rich comments on Cooper Rush leading the Cowboys to a win over Joe Burrow and the Bengals in place of the injured Dak Prescott, and reacts to Joe Flacco leading his beloved Jets to a shocking comeback win over the Cleveland Browns. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Browns All-Pro DE Myles Garrett and Rich discuss Cleveland adding that giant painting of their Brownie the Elf mascot at midfield, what it was like facing former teammate Baker Mayfield in Week 1, how the team and backup QB Jacoby Brissett are handling Deshaun Watson’s 11-game suspension, and what winning the NFL’s Defensive Player of the Year Award would mean to him. Actor Gerald McRaney joins Rich in-studio for a game of Celebrity True or False, discusses his memorable role on HBO’s ‘Deadwood,’ and tells a great story about ‘The Rockford Files’ star James Garner. Brockman offers up his ‘Sneaky Good Games’ for NFL Week 2, TJ debuts his ‘Fantasy Football Advice’ segment, and the guys react to the latest ‘Bill Belichick Press Conference Moment of the Day.’ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich recaps the Chargers’ Thursday Night Football’ loss to the Chiefs and ponders why the Bolts always seem to be on the wrong side of strange things that happen during their games. Legendary TV executive Dick Ebersol and Rich discuss his successful launch of Sunday Night Football on NBC with Al Michaels, the inspiration behind his new autobiography ‘From Saturday Night to Sunday Night’ that includes how he went from producing sports to co-creating ‘Saturday Night Live,’ how Eddie Murphy joined the SNL cast and why the real Mr. Rogers wanted them to stop doing the ‘Mr. Robinson’s Neighborhood’ sketch, and shares a story about his fond recollections of the late hall of fame announce Vin Scully. In his ‘What’s More Likely’ segment Rich weighs in on the Rams, Packers, Carson Wentz, Jared Goff, the Saints vs Buccaneers, Browns vs Jets, Tyreek Hill, Lamar Jackson, Raiders, Broncos, Trey Lance, Geno Smith and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich recaps the Patrick Mahomes and Kansas Chiefs’ comeback win vs Justin Herbert and the Los Angeles Chargers on Thursday Night Football. Eagles QB Jalen Hurts tells Rich how he’s grown as a player and person since being drafted by Philadelphia in the 2nd round in 2020, how he reacted when he learned the team was trading for Pro Bowl WR AJ Brown, if Philly can win the NFC East in the wake of the thumb injury to Cowboys QB Dak Prescott, and more. Rich predicts success for Hurts and ponders why so many people are still skeptical the Eagles’ QB can be as successful on the real field as he is in fantasy football. Rich and the guys react to Mets manager Buck Showalter’s tongue-in-cheek ruminations about joining social media. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Former Chiefs’ Super Bowl winning offensive linemen Mitchell Schwartz joins Rich in-studio where he tells Rich how the transition from Alex Smith to Patrick Mahomes went after the 2017 season, why KC’s offense hasn’t missed a step after the loss of Tyreek Hill, how the Rams and Bengals can improve their offensive line play after a shaky Week 1, and much more! Vikings RB Dalvin Cook tells Rich how new head coach Kevin O’Connell has breathed new life into Minnesota’s offense, what Za’Darius Smith brings to the Vikes’ D, and more.  Rich and the guys preview the Chargers vs Chiefs on Thursday Night Football. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

WGN Sports anchor Jarrett Payton tells Rich what it was like growing up Walter Payton’s son with his dad hanging out with the likes of Michael Jordan, Tom Cruise and Magic Johnson, reflects on his father’s lasting legacy and how his character was even greater than his play on the field, and says why it’s way too soon for pundits to criticize 2nd-year Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields.  Rich reveals his top 5 list of ‘You Never Know NFL Coach of the Year’ candidates including the Chicago Bears’ Matt Eberflus, the Seahawks’ Pete Carroll, the Vikings’ Kevin O’Connell, the Steelers’ Mike Tomlin, and the Giants’ Brian Daboll.  The guys run through the latest NFL news including the season-ending injury to Seahawks S Jamal Adams, Patriots QB Mac Jones’ illness, and get into a HEATED re-hash of the TJ/free Nikes controversy from yesterday’s show.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich previews the much-anticipated AFC West Thursday Night Football showdown between the Kansas City Chiefs’ Patrick Mahomes and the Los Angeles Chargers’ Justin Herbert, and react to yet another great Bill Belichick press conference moment.  NFL Network Analyst and 3-time Super Bowl champion Willie McGinest tells Rich why he’s not concerned (yet) about Bill Belichick and the Patriots’ stuck-in-the-mud offense this season, why the Bills’ defense could be the key to a title run for Buffalo, breaks down the “rookie mistake” by Broncos Head Coach Nathaniel Hackett when took the ball out of Russell Wilson’s hands at the end of Denver’s Monday Night Football loss to the Seattle Seahawks, and says if he thinks this could be former teammate Tom Brady’s final NFL season.  Rich reacts to Russell Wilson’s latest comments about Hackett’s decision to go for a 64-yard FG at the end of MNF instead of letting his QB try for a 4th down conversion. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich and the guys react to Broncos HC Nathaniel Hackett’s latest comments about his controversial decision to kick a field goal at the end of Denver’s Monday Night Football loss to the Seahawks.  TJ stirs up a SWAG (Stuff We All Get) controversy by revealing he got a huge box of Air Jordans from Nike but didn’t share the love with his fellow cast members. Celtics Guard Marcus Smart tells Rich what it meant to receive the NBA’s Defensive Player of the Year Award from Hall of Famer Gary Payton, how Boston went from its midseason doldrums to reach the NBA Finals, how he and his teammates dealt with the rumors Jaylen Brown was nearly traded for Kevin Durant, and more. Chris Brockman reveals his first ‘NFL MVP Index’ rankings with candidates including the Chargers’ Khalil Mack, the Commanders’ Carson Wentz, the Vikings’ Justin Jefferson, the Buffalo Bills’ Josh Allen, and the Chiefs’ Patrick Mahomes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Yankees fan Rich makes the case for Aaron Judge to win the American League MVP award over Angels two-way star Shohei Ohtani.  Former NFL player and ‘Merging Vets and Players’ co-founder Nate Boyer joins Rich in-studio to discuss the release of his new movie ‘MVP’ starring and directed by the former Army Green Beret.  Rich explains to a worried Rams fan caller why there was a silver lining in the team’s Week 1 drubbing at the hands of the Buffalo Bills, and reacts to Miami Dolphins Head Coach Mike McDaniel sharing a bit too much information about his grooming habits. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich reveals his first NFL Power Rankings for the new football season with his 1-2 teams possibly looming in an AFC Championship game rematch.  New York Jets rookie CB Ahmad “Sauce” Gardner tells Rich how he and head coach Robert Saleh are out to prove doubters wrong and change the franchise’s losing culture, reveals how he got his unique nickname and how he’s parlayed it into a lucrative endorsement deal. Rich reacts to the backlash against his criticism of the Browns putting their Brownie the Elf mascot painting at midfield with the team’s color analyst Nathan Zegura explaining why Brownie is so popular in Cleveland. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Former MLB pitcher-turned-doctor-turned-throwing guru Tom House tells Rich about the “circus atmosphere” at Atlanta in 1975 when he caught Hank Aaron’s 714th home run ball, says how Tom Brady having success will into his 40’s compares to the sustained career of dominance Hall of Fame pitcher Nolan Ryan, what it would take for the likes of Josh Allen and Patrick Mahomes to have extended NFL careers, how long Shohei Ohtani can maintain his 2-way success, and reveals what advice he has for parents as they guide their kids along their athletic journeys.  In his first ‘4 Downs’ segment of the new NFL season Rich weighs in on Falcons rookie WR Drake London, what AJ Brown has brought to the Eagles’ offense, why you shouldn’t sleep on Lamar Jackson and the Ravens’ passing attack, and how Mike Tomlin could finally win Coach of the Year honors. Rich reacts to Seahawks fans booing Broncos QB Russell Wilson in his return to Seattle, and to the Cleveland Browns’ misguided decision to put a giant Brownie the Elf mascot painting on their field at the 50-yard line. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Michigan Head Football Coach Jim Harbaugh tells Rich about the conversation he had as a Wolverines player with then HC Bo Schembechler that changed the course of his career, offers some insight into his QB depth chart with Cade McNamara and JJ McCarthy vying for playing time, says why thinks student-athletes should share the revenue generated by big-time college football, and says why Colin Kaepernick deserves another shot to play in the NFL.  Rich and the guys touch on the Russell Wilson controversy, the Chargers chances to win the AFC West, Bill Belichick’s Patriots future, and react to yet another classic press conference moment from Steelers Head Coach Mike Tomlin. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich recaps to the mindboggling end to Monday Night Football’s Broncos-Seahawks game where Denver’s rookie head coach Nathaniel Hackett chose to pull Russell Wilson off the field and go for a 64-yard field goal instead, and reacts to Wilson’s post game comments where he said all the right things but might have been thinking something different. Fox Sports NFL Analyst and former Broncos lineman Mark Schlereth tells Rich how Denver HC Nathaniel Hackett poorly managed the end of his team’s MNF loss to Pete Carroll’s Seattle Seahawks. Rich and the guys debate the Dallas Cowboys’ options at QB in the wake of Dak Prescott’s thumb surgery including turning to backup Cooper Rush or bringing in a veteran place holder like Jimmy Garoppolo or Steelers’ backup Mason Rudolph. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich reacts to the Packers’ season-opening loss to their NFC North rival Vikings and how Aaron Rodgers is approaching coaching up his young receiving corps.  Actor Paul Rudd tells Rich his reaction to Patrick Mahomes and his beloved Chiefs’ impressive start to the season with a throttling of Kyler Murray and the Arizona Cardinals, and chooses Rich’s 2022 Fantasy Football team from names including ‘Tastes Like Victory,’ ‘Joey Chestnut’s Colonoscopy’ and others. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

NFL Network Analyst Daniel Jeremiah tells Rich why the upcoming Thursday Night Football matchup between Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs vs Justin Herbert and the Los Angeles Chargers will be an epic offensive showcase, if the Cowboys should consider bringing Philip Rivers out of retirement in the wake of Dak Prescott’s thumb injury, why he’s concerned for Aaron Rodgers and the Packers this season, what impressed him about the Atlanta Falcons despite their loss to the New Orleans Saints and more.  Rich and the guys get into a HEATED debate on whether his Michigan Wolverines are off the hook for their stunning home upset loss to Appalachian State in 2007 after the Mountaineers knocked of 6th-ranked Texas A&M in College Station on Saturday.  In his ‘Overreaction Monday’ segment Rich weighs in on 49ers QB Trey Lance’s poor outing against Bears, Derek Carr’s 3-interception day vs the Chargers, if the Cowboys season is already over, if it’s time for Belichick to consider retirement, if the Browns can be a playoff team when Deshaun Watson returns from suspension, and why the Vikings were the most complete NFC team in Week 1.  Rich reacts to the latest Bill Belichick Press Conference Moment of the Day and says why he’s already super frustrated with his New York Jets. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich reacts to Dak Prescott’s thumb and says the Cowboys’ offense looked troublesome even before the injury that will keep the Dallas QB out for a few weeks. Steelers All-Pro DT Cam Heyward and Rich recap Pittsburgh’s huge overtime win over Joe Burrow and the Cincinnati Bengals, JJ Watt’s potentially season-ending pectoral injury, his first impression of Mitchell Trubisky as QB1 and more.  Rich recaps the soggy mess at Soldier Field between the Chicago Bears and San Francisco 49ers and why the Niners shouldn’t press the panic button after a shaky start from Trey Lance. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Broncos WR Courtland Sutton tells Rich how the addition of QB Russell Wilson and new head coach Nathaniel Hackett have transformed Denver’s locker room culture and expectations, his goals for the 2022 season, and what Wilson’s return to Seattle in Week 1 would mean to the Super Bowl-winning quarterback, and more.  Rich reacts to the Baltimore Ravens slapping the Franchise tag on Lamar Jackson after failing to sign the former MVP quarterback to a long-term deal.  In his ‘What’s More Likely’ segment Rich weighs in on the Bills’ and Rams’ season outlooks, Falcons vs Saints, 49ers vs Bears, Panthers vs Browns, Chargers vs Raiders, Packers vs Vikings, and Chiefs vs Cardinals.  TJ breaks out his ‘Big-Ass Grab Bag’ to list his top 5 storylines for the Dallas Cowboys heading into the 2022 NFL season, and Brockman dusts of his ‘Sneaky Good Games’ featuring Panthers vs Browns, Chiefs vs Cardinals, and Raiders vs Chargers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

‘The Office’ actor Brian Baumgartner joins Rich in-studio to promote his new chili cookbook and reveals a never-before-told secret about filming that famously hilarious chili spill scene in ‘The Office,’ and says why he expects his beloved Green Bay Packers to contend for a title this season despite the loss of Aaron Rodgers’ favorite weapon Davante Adams.   Pro Football Hall of Famer Peyton Manning tells Rich why he enjoys co-hosting NBC’s Capital One College Bowl with his brothers Eli and Cooper, breaks down the Buffalo Bills thrashing of the defending champion Los Angeles Rams on Thursday Night Football, says how he expects Matt Ryan and Russell Wilson to do with his former teams the Indianapolis Colts and Denver Broncos, weighs in on the possibility that this could be Tom Brady’s final NFL season, and reveals why the camera always seems to catch him eating during his Monday Night Football with Peyton and Eli broadcasts. Rich reacts with glee to the news that Major League Baseball will ban The Shift next season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich recaps the Bills 2nd half domination of the defending Super Bowl Champion Rams, says why he, as a die-hard New York Jets fan, will have to watch Josh Allen ball out in the AFC East for years to come, and says that Sean McVay’s team needs to have a very short memory after their opening night stumble. Prime Video’s Thursday Night Football Analyst Richard Sherman tells Rich why the Rams offensive line will be a problem all season if they don’t make some adjustments soon, says why the Ravens’ front office showed ‘cowardice’ in their contract negotiations with Lamar Jackson before slapping the Franchise tag on him, says why the 49ers made a great decision in keeping Jimmy Garoppolo to back up Trey Lance, and says if he witnessed any strife between Russell Wilson and Pete Carroll during his days with the Seahawks.  Rich and the guys debate if it’s too soon to plan the Bills Super Bowl victory parade and lament the disappearing act by some Rams on the fantasy football front in Week 1. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich reacts to the Rams extending head coach Sean McVay and GM Les Snead through 2026 and reflects on how the pair led the team form the depths of despair to a Super Bowl win. Rich previews the NFL season and says which 5 players have the best opportunity to grab the brass ring and cement or resurrect their legacies. Former Bills lineman and current radio analyst Eric Wood joins Rich in-studio to discuss Buffalo’s Super Bowl chances and how the team is handling the pressure to finally win it all, says how the Buccaneers and Raiders dicey offensive lines could derail their promising seasons, and reveals that new Denver Broncos Head Coach Nathaniel Hackett is as adept at hip hop dancing as he is at coaching football. Rich and the guys react to Tom Brady’s comments on whether or not this could be his final NFL season, and take a call from Zach in Japan who had the misfortune of falling asleep while on hold yesterday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Clemson Head Football Coach and 2-time National Champion Dabo Swinney and Rich discuss his new contract extension, why the current chaos engulfing College Football will bring about major changes in the way the sport is structured and governed, if there’s a chance the Tigers could leave the ACC, why he’s not that much of a fan of expanding the College Football Playoff to 12 teams, and if incumbent starting QB DJ Uiagalelei could be unseated by 5-star freshman Cade Klubnik.  Former NFL GM Thomas Dimitroff tells Rich his reaction to his former protégé Les Snead’s Super Bowl win as the GM of the Los Angeles Rams, how Russell Wilson’s move to Broncos will have a ripple effect on the Seahawks, what could be holding up Lamar Jackson’s contract extension, if Bill Belichick can fix the Patriots’ offensive woes, why the Buffalo Bills are his pick to win the Super Bowl, and which rookie QB will be the first to take the field as a starter this season.  Rich and the guys react to Jameis Winston’s thoroughly entertaining press conference where the New Orleans Saints QB demonstrated a THOROUGH knowledge of his body from head to toe. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich makes the long-awaited announcement that the show will make its debut on The Roku Channel on Monday, September 12th. Rich breaks down the possibilities and back stories for every NFC and AFC team heading into the 2022 NFL season. Rich recaps all the crazy offseason NFL stories (like Tom Brady retiring/unretiring, the Kyler Murray saga, Russell Wilson, Davante Adams and other star players on the move) and says why this could be the league’s greatest season ever.  Brockman continues his pre-season NFL power rankings countdown reveal with his ‘Burning Questions’ for teams 5 to 1 on his list including the Los Angeles Rams, Buffalo Bills, Kansas City Chiefs, Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Cincinnati Bengals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brockman continues his pre-season NFL power rankings countdown reveal with his ‘Burning Questions’ for teams 10 to 6 on his list including the Indianapolis Colts, Green Bay Packers, Baltimore Ravens, Minnesota Vikings and Philadelphia Eagles.  Actor/comedian Billy Gardell joins Rich in-studio where he reveals what led him to undertake a drastic lifestyle change that resulted in a 130-pound weight loss, why he (as die-hard Pittsburgh Steelers fan) loves that Mike Tomlin named Mitchell Tribusky the team’s starter over rookie Kenny Pickett, says if he’s as upset as other Steelers fans over the name change from Heinz Field to Acrisure Stadium, and says why his CBS sitcom ‘Bob Hearts Abishola’ remains so popular. Rich and the guys react to Dolphins Head Coach Mike McDaniel and Patriots HC Bill Belichick’s press conferences as Miami and New England get set for their Week 1 matchup. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich reacts (and we mean REACTS!!) to news that New York Jets starting QB Zach Wilson will be out until Week 4 and offers up some advice to veteran backup Joe Flacco. Seahawks QB Geno Smith tells Rich why he’s taking a “business as usual” approach to getting another shot to be a starting quarterback in the NFL and says why Pete Carroll has Seattle well-equipped to handle life after Russell Wilson. ESPN’s Mina Kimes joins Rich in-studio to discuss the fate of the Seahawks in 2022, why she’s also picking the Buffalo Bills to win the Super Bowl this season, what WR Allen Robinson brings to the Los Angeles Rams’ offense, why the Chiefs will remain atop the AFC West this year, and names her top pick for NFL MVP and which team could be this season’s Cincinnati Bengals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich recaps the NFL Network’s GameDay kickoff show where every panelist chose the Buffalo Bills to win the Super Bowl this season. ESPN’s Ryan Leaf tells Rich how he parlayed his RES guest hosting gig into his own new show ‘The Straight Line with Ryan Leaf,’ why the Alabama-Texas matchup could get ugly for the Longhorns on Saturday, if the Pac-12 still has a shot to put a team in the College Football Playoff after Utah’s loss to Florida and Oregon’s demolition at the hands of defending champions Georgia, and why he’s also leaning toward the Buffalo Bills to win the Super Bowl.  Rich and the guys react to the awkward press conference where things got a big chippy between LSU head coach Brian Kelly and a member of the local media, and also react to new Laker Patrick Beverley stirring things up with his new teammates by calling out LeBron for missing the playoffs last season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In a Tuesday edition of ‘Overreaction Monday’ Rich weighs in on Baker Mayfield and Mitchell Trubisky’s chances to lead the Panthers and Steelers to the playoffs, if the Bills are under more pressure to win it all this season than the Rams, how much a factor Julio Jones will play in the Buccaneers’ offense, if we’re on track for another Alabama vs Georgia national championship game, what’s in store for Brian Kelly at LSU, and why the College Football Playoff should expand sooner rather than later. Actor Martin Kove joins Rich in-studio to discuss the new season of Netflix’s ‘Cobra Kai’ and why he agreed to reprise his John Kreese role, plays a round of ‘Celebrity True or False’ where he tells a great stories about playing tennis with a frustrated Sean Connery and making ‘The Karate Kid,’ reveals why he and Sylvester Stallone got into a huge bar fight with fans at a bar in Mexico once, and gives his NFL 2022 hot takes channeling his inner Cobra Kai Sensei Kreese.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

ESPN ‘First Take’ commentator Stephen A. Smith tells Rich why the Dallas Cowboys are in for another long and frustrating season, why he’s predicting a Buffalo Bills vs Tampa Bay Buccaneers Super Bowl despite a big push from the Los Angeles Chargers in the AFC, and says why the Brooklyn Nets should be applauded for not giving in to Kevin Durant’s trade demands.  Bills LB Von Miller tells Rich why he opted to sign with Buffalo after winning the Super Bowl with the Los Angeles Rams and what it would mean to finally deliver a ring to Bills Mafia, what makes Buffalo QB Josh Allen so special, and what it’s like playing the role of wise veteran in the locker room. Rich and Brockman recap LSU’s painful loss to Florida State and Georgia’s domination of the Oregon Ducks, and react to the Pittsburgh Steelers naming Mitchell Trubisky their starting QB over rookie Kenny Pickett and veteran backup Mason Rudolph. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich reveals his AFC and NFC Division winner predictions for the 2022 NFL season.  Hall of Fame announcer Bob Costas and Rich discuss the new season of his HBO show ‘Back on the Record,’ if Aaron Judge should be considered baseballs home run king if he passes Rodger Maris’ 61 HRs this season and if the Yankees slugger deserves the AL MVP nod over the Angels’ Shohei Ohtani, marvel at Albert Pujols’ thoroughly entertaining chase for 700 career homers, reveals what he gleaned from his lengthy sit-down interview with Alabama Crimson Tide head coach Nick Saban,  Rich weighs in on the criticism and doubt pouring down on Philadelphia Eagles QB Jalen Hurts’ ability to lead his team to an NFC East title this season. Brockman continues his pre-season NFL power rankings countdown reveal with his ‘Burning Questions’ for teams 15 to 11 on his list including the Las Vegas Raiders, Denver Broncos, Dallas Cowboys, Los Angeles Rams, and San Francisco 49ers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Segment One--  NFL: Who Is Poised To Have A More Successful Season And Why Do Both Seem So Miserable: Bill Belichick or Tom Brady? Segment Two---NFL Guest Eric Edholm, NFL.Com   Segment Three---MLB/CFB: Will September Bring More National Interest in Aaron Judge Pursuit of History After HR # 53 today, pivot to College Football Takeaways From Week One and Playoff Expansion Announced Friday  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Segment One--CFB Guest: Pete Fiutak, College Football News  Segment Two--NFL: How Much Will Aaron Rodgers Miss Davante Adams, Will Packers Break Through To Reach Super Bowl? Segment Three--NFL: Who Is Going From Worst To First To Win Their Division Like Bengals Did Last Year? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Segment One--NFL: Season Opener Four Days Away Rams-Bills. Has Sean McVay Already Become The Most Important Figure In The League? Segment Two--NFL: Russell Wilson Just Got Paid. How Much Of A Difference Will He Make In The Rugged AFC West and how does it impact Lamar Jackson? Segment Three--NFL Guest: Jason Cole, Outkick.Com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich comments on the LIV Golf Tour’s challenge of building an audience this fall now that college football is in full swing and the NFL is just around the corner.  In his Friday staple ‘What’s More Likely’ Rich weighs in on Ohio State vs Notre Dame, Trey Lance vs Jimmy Garoppolo, Dak Prescott and Jalen Hurts’ NFL MVP chances, how high Russell Wilson can lift the Broncos, and if Donovan Mitchell or Rudy Gobert will find more success with their new teams, the Cleveland Cavaliers and Minnesota Timberwolves, after the Utah Jazz’ house cleaning.  Rich reacts to Dallas Cowboys QB Dak Prescott’s response to being asked about being under pressure to win this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Los Angeles Rams WR Cooper Kupp tells Rich that he’s not easing up on his desire to improve despite winning Super Bowl MVP and NFL Offensive Player of the Year honors last season, reveals how that crucial 4th down run he had in the Super Bowl vs the Bengals almost never happened after they continually botched it during practice, and says what Matthew Stafford and new additions Bobby Wagner and Allen Robinson bring to the field and to the locker room. Rich explains why you shouldn’t sleep on the Rams repeating as Super Bowl champions thanks to the offseason addition of LB Bobby Wagner and others. Thee-time All-Pro DT Gerald McCoy tells Rich that he’s hoping to sign on with a team for one last NFL season before embarking on a career in media, explains why locker room leadership will be the key to the 49ers’ Jimmy Garoppolo-Trey Lance backup-starter dynamic, says how good the Las Vegas Raiders can be this season, and tells Rich what he’d say to Lincoln Riley after the coach jilted his Oklahoma Sooners for the USC Trojans.  Rich and the guys celebrate College Colors Day with a heated discussion about why Brockman (Syracuse and Georgia) and TJ (Georgetown, Duke, Florida State) cheer for multiple schools? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich recaps the big Thursday night in college football that featured thrilling games between Penn State vs Purdue, Pitt vs West Virginia and more, and reacts to Jimmy Garoppolo and Trey Lance addressing the media regarding the 49ers’ QB depth chart. Buccaneers RB Leonard Fournette tells Rich why he’s not bothered by the annual scrutiny about his off-season weight gain, what the difference between new head coach Todd Bowles and the retired Bruce Arians, how the Bucs’ locker room reacted to Tom Brady’s mysterious leave of absence, why Julio Jones is poised for a huge season in Tampa, and how he’s making it easier for his fans to actually hang out with him when he’s off the football field.  Brockman continues his pre-season NFL power rankings reveal with his ‘Burning Questions’ for teams 20 to 16 on his list including the Cleveland Browns, Arizona Cardinals, Pittsburgh Steelers, Tennessee Titans, and Miami Dolphins.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

ESPN’s Chris Fowler weighs in on Rich’s fashion choice of Birkenstocks as footwear today, recap Serena Williams’ “staggering” US Open 2nd round upset of #2 Anett Kontaveit and if she can continue her run at Flushing Meadows, previews this weekend’s huge Ohio State vs Notre Dame game, and weighs in on the Big Ten’s expansion and the possibility of adding more teams to the College Football Playoff mix.  Brockman continues his pre-season NFL power rankings reveal with his ‘Burning Questions’ for teams 25 through 21 on his list including the Washington Commanders, Carolina Panthers, New York Jets, New Orleans Saints, and New England Patriots. Rich EMPHATICALLY weighs in on the Shohei Ohtani vs Aaron Judge for AL MVP debate and EMPHATICALLY tells Mets fans that the slugging outfielder IS NOT changing addresses in New York. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich updates Sam Darnold’s ankle injury and reflects on the star-crossed career of the Carolina Panthers’ QB since coming out of USC with great expectations, and gives some advice to a caller from the U.K. who’s in an INSANE 24-team fantasy football league. 49ers General Manager John Lynch tells Rich how Jimmy Garoppolo’s offseason shoulder surgery severely limited his trade market and led to the Niners keeping him as their backup QB, how Trey Lance reacted to learning that Jimmy G would be sticking around and if there’s a chance he could return to the starting role if the 2nd-year QB struggles, and reveals how deep the rift was between the team and Deebo Samuel before they inked the All-Pro WR to an big contract extension.  Rich and the guys break down the 49ers’ Jimmy Garoppolo/Trey Lance dynamic and if Jimmy G’s presence will hinder the development of the promising 2nd-year quarterback. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich reacts to Russell Wilson’s mammoth new $245 Million contract with the Denver Broncos and says whether or not he left some money on the table.  ESPN NFL and College Football Analyst Robert Griffin III tells Rich why Russell Wilson should have pushed for a fully-guaranteed contract from the Broncos like the one the Browns gave Deshaun Watson, why the 49ers keeping Jimmy Garoppolo was good for the team but not great for Trey Lance, why he’s bullish on Tua Tagovailoa and the Miami Dolphins but has some concerns for the Washington Commanders, Tom Brady and the Buccaneers, and the Dallas Cowboys, predicts the Baltimore Ravens will win the Super Bowl while Nick Saban and Alabama will win the College Football Playoff again, and breaks down Michigan’s QB competition between Cade McNamara and JJ McCarthy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich and the guys discuss starting up a fantasy football league at the prodding of his wife Suzy Shuster that may or may not include Academy Award-winning actress Jodie Foster. Brockman begins his pre-season NFL power rankings with ‘Burning Questions’ for teams 32 through 26 including the Chicago Bears, Seattle Seahawks, Houston Texans, Jacksonville Jaguars, Atlanta Falcons, New York Giants, and Detroit Lions.   Rich and the guys react to 49ers Head Coach Kyle Shanahan’s explanations for keeping Jimmy Garoppolo and debate the wisdom of having the deposed starter as Trey Lance’s backup, and break down the Philadelphia Eagles’ recent trades including trading embattled WR Jalen Reagor to the Minnesota Vikings where he joins Justin Jefferson, the player Philly passed over in the NFL Draft to select Reagor.  Michigan alum Rich fields a call from a viewer who asks if he’s still motivated to beat Ohio State again. Seriously, he actually asked that question. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ravens All-Pro TE Mark Andrews tells Rich why he’s excited for Baltimore’s offense after it was ravaged by injuries last season, why Lamar Jackson’s up-in-the-air contract status hasn’t impacted his play on the field or his leadership in the locker room, hints at his unhappiness that Lincoln Riley left his Oklahoma Sooners for USC, and reacts to his college teammate Baker Mayfield getting another starting opportunity with the Carolina Panthers. Cardinals Pro Bowl RB James Conner tells Rich why the sour end to Arizona’s 2021 season is providing a lot of inspiration to prove doubters wrong this year, and says how Kyler Murray’s turbulent offseason has led to more maturity and growth from the Cards’ QB.  Rich takes a call from 3rd grade teacher and cancer fighter Joel Stetler who lived out a dream last week when The Killers called him up on-stage during a concert to play drums for them during a song. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich lists his Top 5 NFL QB’s You Want for a Must-Win Game among the Buccaneers’ Tom Brady, the Packers’ Aaron Rodgers, the Buffalo Bills’ Josh Allen, the Cincinnati Bengals’ Joe Burrow, and the Kansas City Chiefs’ Patrick Mahomes.  NFL Network NFL Insider Tom Pelissero and Rich break down the NFL’s final roster cutdowns and why the Cowboys released every QB except for Dak Prescott, why the 49ers decided to keep Jimmy Garoppolo instead of trading or releasing him and what that means for Trey Lance’s job security, why Lamar Jackson is taking a “big gamble” by not taking the Ravens’ latest contract offer and how Deshaun Watson’s guaranteed contract is playing a role in the negotiations, and what Watson must do in order to avoid having his suspension extended beyond 11 games.   Rich and a caller debate if Joe Burrow belongs in his list of Top 5 QB’s for must-win games. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Heisman Trophy winner/ESPN College GameDay Analyst Desmond Howard tells fellow Michigan alum Rich why he was immensely proud of his Ohio State trolling at the Pro Football Hall of Fame Gold Jacket Dinner ceremony and why he’s predicting Michigan, Texas A&M, Baylor and Pitt will reach the College Football Playoff.  Rich and the guys react to 42-year-old Albert Pujols homering and 40-year-old Serena Williams winning at the US Open on the same day and speculate which current athletes and/or offspring of athletes will still be balling out two decades from now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich asks TJ for his Cowboys fan reaction to the 49ers keeping Jimmy Garoppolo to backup Trey Lance and if he’s concerned about Dallas’ suddenly sparse QB room, and says why the Eagles trading for Saints DB Chauncey Gardner-Johnson solidifies his choice as Philadelphia to win the NFC East.  Former Buccaneers Head Coach Bruce Arians tells Rich how much he’s enjoying being retired from coaching, sets the record straight about his relationship with Tom Brady, weighs in on the Jimmy Garoppolo-Trey Lance dynamic and more.  Rich recaps the big night in MLB where he took his kids to see the Yankees face the Angels that featured a Shohei Ohtani home run and Aaron Jones’ 50th long ball of the season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich reacts to the 49ers decision to keep Jimmy Garoppolo in the fold after being replaced as the San Francisco 49ers’ starting QB by Trey Lance. Pro Football Hall of Famer/NFL Network Analyst Kurt Warner tells Rich how his experience as the New York Giants backup QB to Eli Manning compares to the 49ers keeping Jimmy Garoppolo around as Trey Lance’s understudy, why he predicts Jimmy G will still be traded at some point during the season, and says where Lance still has room to grow as a quarterback and if his ups-and-downs could eventually get him benched if the lows get too low. Rich and Brockman break down the 49ers options in case Trey Lance doesn’t work out as their starting QB including the scenario of Aaron Rodgers as the Niners’ QB1 in 2023. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

NBC Sports Boston’s Patriots Insider and Rich break down the Pats’ massive struggles on offense this pre-season and how much blame should fall in head coach Bill Belichick, and tells Rich why Tom Brady “seems fatigued” and appears to be “punching the clock” following his comments to the media after the Buccaneers most recent preseason game. Stanford Head Coach David Shaw and Rich discuss USC and UCLA leaving the Pac-12 and what it means for the Cardinal’s and the conference’s future, how the expectations for quarterbacks have changed over the years and why he prefers them taller, why Christian McCaffrey is a poised for a huge comeback season, why the Texans’ Davis Mills was the best rookie QB in the NFL last season, and says if there’s any sliver of a chance Andrew Luck would ever come out of retirement. Rich recounts the special moment he witnessed at a recent concert by The Killers where front man Brandon Flowers brought a cancer patient on stage to play drums during one of their songs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich and a caller discuss the Buffalo Bills release of punter Matt Araiza following the rape allegations against him.  In his ‘Overreaction Monday’ segment Rich says if Kenny Pickett or Mitchell Trubisky should start Week 1 for the Steelers, if Bill Belichick and Patriots can sort out their offensive struggles, the chances Jimmy Garoppolo lands with the Seahawks, if Trey Lance will shine or struggle as the 49ers’ starting QB, if Aaron Donald should have been voted the NFL’s best player by his peers over Tom Brady. Former NFL executive/VSiN host Michael Lombardi tells Rich why he has some concerns for Tom Brady and the Dallas Cowboys this season, why he’s confident the Patriots can get their moribund offense sorted out, what new Head Coach Josh McDaniels brings to the Las Vegas Raiders, why he’s still skeptical Tua Tagovailoa can be a star with the Miami Dolphins, how the 49ers offense will look with Trey Lance at QB1, why the Cleveland Browns should trade for Jimmy Garoppolo to fill the void during Deshaun Watson’s 11-game suspension, and why he’s predicting an Aaron Rodgers and the Packers vs Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs in the Super Bowl. Rich recounts a story that happened over the weekend illustrating the positives and perils of soaking up the sun in Southern California. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich reacts to Tom Brady’s return to the Buccaneers and his postgame comments over the weekend that made him more relatable as a father and husband. Tampa Bay Times Buccaneers Insider Rick Stroud tells Rich how Tom Brady’s recent absences and comments to the media show a rarely-seen vulnerable side to TB12, why the Bucs are not as concerned about their rash of O-Line injuries as some pundits in the media, what expectations are for WRs Julio Jones, Chris Godwin and Tampa’s receiving corps are this season, why Jon Gruden and the Raiders said ‘no’ to adding Brady back in 2020, and if this could REALLY be Brady’s final NFL season.  Rich and Brockman break down the Buccaneers’ 2022 schedule and ponder if Tom Brady can win another Super Bowl and ride off into the sunset. Mike Tomlin finished the pre-season showing he’s already in mid-season form when addressing the media which leads to a heated discussion about Brockman and TJ’s Kenny Pickett bet that has yet to be paid. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In his ‘What’s More Likely’ segment Rich weighs in on the Seattle Seahawks, Dallas Cowboys, Cooper Kupp vs Ja’Marr Chase, the Miami Dolphins’ Tua Tagovailoa vs the Philadelphia Eagles’ Jalen Hurts, Matt Ryan and the Colts playoff potential compared to Tom Brady and the Buccaneers’, if the Minnesota Vikings or Denver Broncos have a better shot at the postseason, and if the Atlanta Falcons or Jacksonville Jaguars have the better sleeper team potential. Danny DeVito and his daughter Lucy join Rich in-studio to discuss their new animated FX series ‘Little Demon’ that features cameos by Arnold Schwarzenegger and comedy legend Mel Brooks, and reveal what it was like growing up on/raising kids on movie and TV show sets like ‘Cheers’ and 'Terms of Endearment.’  The guys wrap up the hour discussing their paltry Uber ratings, this weekend’s pre-season NFL schedule, fantasy football and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich reacts to the Mariners giving rookie OF Julio Rodriguez a huge long-term contract and makes a desperate plea for someone to take out the Houston Astros before his Yankees have to face them in the playoffs.  Rich explains why it’s not too soon for the 49ers to throw QB Trey Lance into the fire as their starter over Jimmy Garoppolo. ‘Brother from Another’ co-host Michael Smith and Rich discuss his new gig on Amazon Prime’s ‘Thursday Night Football’ coverage, says why Trey Lance’s early struggles as the 49ers QB1 could pay off huge dividends down the road, why Kevin Durant and the Nets were able to mend fences after a summer of strife, why Russell Westbrook should swallow his beef with Patrick Beverley and “beg” to stay with the Lakers and why Lamar Jackson negotiating his own contract with the Baltimore Ravens might not be in his own best interests.  Rich reacts to Steelers Head Coach Mike Tomlin officially announcing his QB depth chart among Mitchell Trubisky, Mason Rudolph and Kenny Pickett for the team’s final pre-season game this weekend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich reacts to the ugly brawl between the Los Angeles Rams and Cincinnati Bengals and says if the NFL will be able to punish Aaron Donald for recklessly swinging a helmet during the melee, and comments on the “shocking and disgusting” gang rape allegations against Buffalo Bills rookie punter Matt Araiza. Pro Football Talk’s Mike Florio tells Rich what the NFL and Buffalo Bills’ options are regarding Matt Araiza, why the NFL should try to punish Aaron Donald despite their lack of authority over team practices, why Lamar Jackson should take the Baltimore Ravens’ best contract offer, and why he thinks the 49ers might hang onto Jimmy Garoppolo despite naming Trey Lance their starting quarterback. Rich and Brockman debate if the Niners keeping Jimmy as injury insurance would be too much of a distraction for Lance. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich comes to the defense of Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes who’s been slagged on by former teammates and some media pundits despite having a Super Bowl win and NFL MVP award on his resumé. Comedians/Activists Chad Kroeger and Jay Parr join Rich in-studio to discuss their new Netflx show, reveal how Paul Walker led them toward a life of activism, describe their perfect day and what “stoke” means to them, being tapped by Bill Hader for a cameo in ‘Barry,’ their take on the Hot Dog Beer Straw controversy, and weigh in on Brockman’s no-time-limit fantasy football draft.  Rich ends the hour with a not-so-uplifting pep talk for all the Dallas Cowboys fans feeling down in the dumps after the serious knee injury to OT Tyron Smith. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich lists his Top 5 NFL Sleeper Teams for the 2022 season among the New Orleans Saints, Minnesota Vikings, New York Jets, Jacksonville Jaguars, and Detroit Lions.  SportsGrid & The Ringer Lead NFL Analyst Warren Sharp tells Rich why he has major concerns about the Dallas Cowboys, Arizona Cardinals and New England Patriots this season, why he’s buying stock in Tua Tagovailoa and the Miami Dolphins, how new Vikings Head Coach Kevin O’Connell can unleash Kirk Cousins in Minnesota, why the Ravens will be much better this season if they can avoid the injury bug again, says how much an impact the Broncos’ Russell Wilson, the Rams’ Allen Robinson, the Dolphins’ Tyreek Hill and the Eagles’ AJ Brown will have on their new teams, and says why he’s predicting the Los Angeles Charger will reach the Super Bowl this season.  Actor/Comedian Joe Lo Truglio calls Rich to sell him on joining his celebrity fantasy football league with the likes of Jon Hamm and Paul Rudd.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich reacts to the possibly season-ending injury to Dallas Cowboys OT Tyron Smith saying it pretty much guarantees the Philadelphia Eagles will now win the NFC East. ESPN NFL Nation’s Todd Archer tells Rich how big an impact losing Tyron Smith will have on the Cowboys’ offense, why Ezekiel Elliott is still Dallas’ bell cow running back, and predicts Mike McCarthy won’t be the teams head coach next year and neither will Sean Payton.  Rich debates joining a celebrity fantasy football league with the likes of Jon Hamm and comedian Joe Lo Truglio.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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World champion competitive eater and 15-time Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest winner Joey Chestnut tells Rich his reaction to the viral video of a Yankees fan using a hot dog as a beer straw and vows to give it a shot tonight at a Chicago Cubs game at Wrigley Field, reveals which is the only food he won’t eat in a speed-eating contest and more. Oscar-nominated director and writer Michael Mann and Rich discuss ‘Heat 2’ the book sequel to his acclaimed 1990’s movie ‘Heat,’ reveals what he learned about and from Muhammad Ali while making ‘Ali,’ and does a deep dive into the making ‘Heat’ with Al Pacino and Robert De Niro in a round of ‘Celebrity True or False.’ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich reacts to Raiders QB Derek Carr’s response to the revelation that Jon Gruden turned down the chance to bring Tom Brady in to be the team’s QB back in 2020.  Falcons Head Coach Arthur Smith and Rich discuss Atlanta’s quarterback options between veteran Marcus Mariota and promising rookie Desmond Ridder, what he learned as a rookie head coach, the health of 1st round draft pick Drake London and more. Rich weighs in on the latest developments in the ongoing PGA Tour vs LIV Golf war. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich reacts to the Brooklyn Nets’ refusal to deal Kevin Durant after his trade demand in June and the guys debate if the Clippers or Lakers are a better bet to win the NBA title, offers up some advice for whomever buys the Los Angeles Angels after owner Arte Moreno announced the team is up for sale (which made Hall of Famer Rod Carew VERY happy), and makes a plea for future Hall of Famer Albert Pujols not to call it a career after this season.  NFL RB-turned-actor Thomas Q. Jones joins Rich in-studio to discuss the new season of his Bounce TV show ‘Johnson,’ says if NFL coaches or TV network executives are bigger liars, says what advice he has for Seahawks WR DK Metcalf as he dips his toes in the acting waters, says why it’s difficult for running backs to have long careers especially in today’s NFL, and reveals that time at the Pro Bowl when he had a very awkward moment with Jay Cutler. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Saints All-Pro DE Cameron Jordan tells Rich why he has ZERO issues with the low block that injured New York Giants edge rusher Kayvon Thibodeaux and why he would be firmly opposed to any rules outlawing such tactics, how it’s different having a defensive-minded head coach in Dennis Allen after the departure of Sean Payton, explains how New Orleans has been able to hold Tom Brady in-check over the past two regular seasons, and reveals what TB12 and former NFL QB Jay Cutler have in common. Rich reveals his Top 5 Most Fascinating Teams heading into the 2022 season among the defending Super Bowl champion Los Angeles Rams, Josh Allen’s Buffalo Bills, Tua Tagovailoa’s Miami Dolphins, Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs, and Russell Wilson’s Denver Broncos, which leads to a debate about what are realistic expectations in the Mile High City this season.( Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich reacts to the Brooklyn Nets and Kevin Durant announcing that they’ve mended fences and will run it back with KD, Steve Nash and GM Sean Marks still in place after their summer standoff. Texas Longhorns Head Coach Steve Sarkisian tells Rich how Ohio State transfer Quinn Ewers won the Horns’ QB competition, why he doesn’t care what critics have to say about their upcoming move to the SEC, why NIL is not a factor in recruiting players to UT, and reveals what he learned from Nick Saban during his tenure as Alabama’s Offensive Coordinator. Rich reacts to the viral video showing a Yankees fan using a hollowed out hot dog as a straw in his beer which begs the question: is that guy a genius or a madman?? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

‘Breaking Bad’ and ‘Better Call Saul’ co-creator Vince Gilligan joins Rich in-studio to discuss the making of the BCS’ final season, what went into creating memorable characters like Kim Wexler and Lalo Salamanca, reveals that the original idea for the show was a 30-minute comedy, comments on Rhea Seehorn’s iconic airport shuttle bus scene in the show’s penultimate episode, bringing back Bryan Cranston and Aaron Paul for the series finale, how he landed comedy legend Carol Burnett for a key role, and reveals if there could be another BB/BCS spinoff in our viewing future.  Rich previews the big Yankees vs Mets Subway Series this week and weighs in on the Portland Trail Blazers decision to not send their TV and radio play-by-play announcers to road games next season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

QB Summit founder and co-host of ‘The Room’ Jordan Palmer tells Rich why Jacksonville Jaguars QB Trevor Lawrence is poise to make a huge leap this year, why there’s tons of pressure on Tua Tagovailoa this season, why the Chiefs offense won’t face much of a drop off after sending Tyreek Hill to the Miami Dolphins, why Ryan Tannehill and Mitchell Trubisky are two of the more intriguing quarterbacks to watch, and how Bills QB Josh Allen overcame his pre-draft question marks to become an NFL MVP frontrunner.   In his ‘Overreaction Segment’ Rich weighs in on Tom Brady’s return to the Buccaneers, Jon Gruden nixing Tom Brady and Rob Gronkowski joining the Raiders back in 2020, if the AFC North will have 3 playoff teams this season, if Saints WR Chris Olave can challenge Randy Moss’ rookie TD receptions record, if Gabrie Davis will have a better season for the Bills than Stefon Diggs, and if Pete Carroll and the Seahawks will be selecting a QB #1 overall in next year’s NFL Draft. Rich offers up a ‘my bad’ after his initial overreaction on Twitter to the low block that injured the knee of New York Giants rookie edge rusher Kayvon Thibodeaux. FOX Sports’ NFL Rules Expert Mike Pereira tells Rich why the controversial block on Thibodeaux was 100% legal, and explains why we’ll see more flags for ‘illegal contact’ between DBs and WRs this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich reacts to Tom Brady’s return to the Buccaneers after his brief leave of absence and the statement by UFC chief Dana White asserting that he brokered a deal to bring Brady and Rob Gronkowski to the Raiders that was nixed by Jon Gruden.  The MMQB’s Albert Breer tells Rich how Baker Mayfield ran away with the Carolina Panthers QB competition vs Sam Darnold, what the 49ers’ options are for Jimmy Garoppolo, why people aren’t talking enough about the Raiders as legitimate contenders in the AFC, if new Giants Head Coach Brian Daboll can do for QB Daniel Jones what he did for Josh Allen with the Buffalo Bills, and why Jon Gruden and the Raiders inexplicably said ‘no thanks’ to bringing Tom Brady and Rob Gronkowski in back in 2020. Rich reacts to Baker Mayfield winning Carolina’s starting quarterback job and says the Week 1 Panthers/Browns showdown will be great especially if Cleveland backup QB Josh Dobbs gets the start in place of the suspended Deshaun Watson.  Rich takes a break from his Michigan-Ohio State gloating to gloat over his rising Uber rating. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich and Terzo in Iowa discuss the Deshaun Watson suspension settlement, and in his ‘What’s More Likely’ segment Rich weighs in on Deebo Samuel vs Justin Jefferson, Josh Allen vs Russell Wilson as MVP finalist, if Davante Adams or Tyreek Hill will find the end zone more this season, if the Jaguars will win more games than the Steelers, if the Charges or Cowboys have a better shot to win their division, and which rookie QB between the Commanders’ Sam Howell and the Titans’ Malik Willis. Rich weighs in on the snowballing battle between the PGA Tour and LIV Golf and says why fans may be the determining factor in the skirmish’s long-term outcome.  In his ‘Big-Ass Grab Bag’ TJ lists his favorite actors by decade including Denzel Washington, Jack Nicholson, Tom Cruise, Harrison Ford, and Al Pacino with a special shout out to the late John Cazale. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Fox Sports/The Athletic’s Bruce Feldman joins Rich in-studio to discussion the seismic changes College Football is going through that will forever change the sport’s landscape, why there’s a only a handful of teams he sees winning the national championship, why he sees Ohio State QB CJ Stroud winning the Heisman Trophy this year, if Michigan can return to the College Football Playoff, why the Buckeyes are his pick to win it all this year, how the Nick Saban-Jimbo Fisher beef will play out on the field when Alabama squares off against Texas A&M this fall, and more.  Rich recaps the Chicago Bears’ pre-season win over the Seahawks and expresses some concern Pete Carroll’s squad can compete in the NFC West after the departure of Russell Wilson and Bobby Wagner, and answers a caller who asks “are you concerned about the Yankees” with an emphatic “YES.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich reacts to “the dumbest rumor” he’s heard in his two decades of covering the NFL: that Tom Brady took a leave of absence from the Buccaneers to film the new season of ‘The Masked Singer.’ Pro Football Talk’s Mike Florio and Rich discuss how Deshaun Watson and the NFL came to their 11-game suspension settlement and if the embattled QB’s refusal to admit any wrongdoing could lead to a longer suspension, Tom Brady’s mystery absence from the Buccaneers and how the team has bungled it from the get-go leading to wild speculation about his availability for Week 1, says if the 49ers will trade or release Jimmy Garoppolo before the season starts, why the Chiefs’ offense could actually be better without Tyreek Hill, and if the Rams should be concerned about Matthew Stafford’s lingering elbow issues. Rich weighs in on Deshaun Watson’s 11-game suspension and the Browns quarterback’s problematic refusal to admit any wrongdoing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

University of Utah Head Football Coach Kyle Whittingham tells Rich why he’s confident the defending Pac-12 champions can be just as good if not better this season as they head into their season opener against the Florida Gators, weighs in on the conference losing UCLA and USC to the Big Ten, predicts the coming of “super leagues” and says why NIL is “out of control” in college sports and needs to be more regulated. Rich reacts to the “disappointing” statements by Deshaun Watson after he agreed to an 11-game suspension and $5 Million fine after the Browns QB denied all wrongdoing and asserted his innocence in the dozens of allegations against him. With the NFL’s Pre-season Week 2 here Rich lists the top 5 rookies he wants to see more of in this weekend’s games including Steelers WR George Pickens, Titans QB Malik Willis and others. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich reacts to the breaking news that Cleveland Browns QB Deshaun Watson has agreed to a an 11-game suspension and a $5 Million fine for his off-field transgressions. Rich weighs in on LeBron James signing a huge contract extension and ponders how much winning another title factored into his decision to stay with the Lakers.  ESPN NBA Insider Brian Windhorst tells Rich that LeBron didn’t put himself in the best position to win another ring by re-signing with the Lakers, if L.A. will be able to trade Russell Westbrook, why the Brooklyn Nets are loathe to trade Kevin Durant, and if the Knicks or Heat will ante up enough assets to trade for Donovan Mitchell. Rich, Brockman and TJ talk Yankees, Red Sox and Mets to wrap up the hour. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich reacts to Aaron Rodgers publicly calling out his young WR’s for dropped passed and incorrect routes.  NFL Network NFL Insider Ian Rapoport tells Rich why Jacksonville Jaguars players are thrilled the Urban Meyer debacle is in the team’s rear view mirror, when we can expect a decision on the Deshaun Watson suspension appeal, says if Zach Wilson could take the field for the Jets in Week 1 following his knee surgery this week, breaks down what’s gumming up the Patriots’ offense, debates possible landing spots for Jimmy Garoppolo, who has the upper hand in the Seattle Seahawks’ and Carolina Panthers’ QB competitions, what he’s hearing about Trey Lance’s up-and-down 49ers camp, if the Bears will trade disgruntled LB Roquan Smith by Week 1, and what to make of Aaron Rodgers publicly calling out his young WRs’ mistakes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

BYU Head Football Coach Kalani Sitake and Rich discuss the Cougars’ upcoming move to the Big 12 Conference and the rapidly-changing college football landscape, why NIL income is a good thing for young student-athletes, and why Jets fans should feel confident Zach Wilson will bounce back from his latest knee injury.  ESPN NFL Analyst Louis Riddick tells Rich why Geno Smith has the edge over Drew Lock in the Seahawks’ QB competition, why the Bears are foolish to not give Roquan Smith a much-deserved new contract, why Kenny Pickett will be the Steelers’ starting quarterback sooner rather than later, why the Miami Dolphins’ Tua Tagovailoa, the Philadelphia Eagles’ Jalen Hurts and the 49ers’ Trey Lance are poised for monster seasons, and why he sees Joe Burrow as a top 3 QB in the NFL right up there behind Tom Brady and Aaron Rodgers.  Rich and Brockman debate if Bengals QB Joe Burrow or Chargers QB Justin Herbert will have the better career when it’s all said and done. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Fire Pit Collective golf writer Alan Shipnuck tells Rich why there’s a growing schism among PGA Tour players at the top of the food chain and the tour’s middle class and Tiger Woods’ “shadow commissioner” role in keeping players from defecting, why Open Championship winner Cameron Smith joining the Saudi-backed tour brings big-time legitimacy to the upstart league, and why LIV Golf is here to stay due to bottomless financial backing.  Rich explains why the LIV Tour isn’t going away and if a compromise can be reached between the league and the PGA Tour, then reveals his new list of Top 5 NFL Things He’s Talked Himself into including takes on Kirk Cousins, the AFC East, the Chiefs’ offense, the Seahawks, and the Steelers’ QB competition.  Rich makes a big announcement about the future TV home of the show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich previews the Chiefs 2022 outlook and says pundits who are predicting a step back for Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City offense after the departure of Tyreek Hill to the Dolphins could turn out to be very wrong. Rich and the guys get into a heated candy debate including Red Vines vs Twizzlers, Jelly Bellies vs Jelly Beans and some hot takes on Starburst and Skittles. NFL Network Reporter Tom Pelissero tells Rich why the NFL Management Council issued a tampering warning memo regarding the trade demand of disgruntled Chicago Bears LB Roquan Smith, if the Jets should be worried about the long-term prognosis for QB Zach Wilson after his latest knee injury, how the Seahawks’ and Steelers’ QB competitions are shaping up, where Jimmy Garoppolo could possibly land once the 49ers part ways with him, and more. Rich and the guys debate the best landing spots for Jimmy Garoppolo as he waits in limbo for his release or trade from the 49ers, and break down the latest Bill Belichick Press Conference Moment of the Day.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

NBCSN Boston’s Patriots Insider Tom Curran tells Rich why Bill Belichick’s attempt to streamline the Patriots’ offense play calling is actually causing more confusion with Matt Patricia and Joe Judge both involved in the process, says if he was surprised by the Tom Brady/Miami Dolphins tampering that came to light in Brian Flores’ lawsuit and why Brady soured on the coaching staff toward the end of his time in New England, and more.  Rich and Jeff in Detroit react to Dan Campbell’s featured role in the season premiere of HBO’s ‘Hard Knocks’ and explains why he’s buying what the energetic head coach is selling.  Rich and Brockman recap the thrilling end to the FedEx St. Jude Championship where Will Zalatoris captured his first PGA Tour victory and react to the latest twist in Roquan Smith’s demand to be traded from the Chicago Bears. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Seahawks All-Pro WR D.K. Metcalf and Rich discuss Seattle’s QB competition between Geno Smith and Drew Lock, says he’s surprised Russell Wilson and Bobby Wagner are no longer on the team, reveals how close he came to demanding a trade before signing his big extension to stay in Seattle, and reveals how he landed an acting role in the new Owen Wilson movie ‘Secret Headquarters’ and makes it not secret he wants to co-star in a comedy movie with Kevin Hart.  Bills WR Gabriel Davis and Rich discuss getting over Buffalo’s crushing playoff loss to the Chiefs and what the team’s expectations are for this season, why he and the rest of the team have 100% confidence in Josh Allen in the huddle, and why he strives every day to prove his doubters wrong, especially the coach who once told him he was too slow to play wide receiver.  Rich and the guys react to the latest Bill Belichick press conference and break down the Patriots’ offensive woes.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

ESPN’s Lindsey Thiry tells guest host Ryan Leaf how concerned the Rams should be about Matthew Stafford’s throwing elbow, if Odell Beckham Jr. could return to the defending Super Bowl champions, why Justin Herbert could win NFL MVP honors and how the Chargers revamped defense makes them a dangerous team in the AFC. The Associated Press’ Josh Dubow tells Ryan why the Raiders will be the AFC West team that’s most hard-pressed to reach the playoffs this season, comments on Tom Brady’s leave of absence from the Buccaneers, Deshaun Watson’s suspension appeal, and why he’s picking a Brady vs Josh Allen Super Bowl. Ryan and Brockman break down the AFC playoff picture and wonder if the Raiders, Chargers, Chief AND Broncos can reach the postseason this year. Ryan discusses his big move to Connecticut and breaks some news about a spinoff from the hit show ‘Yellowstone.’ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Guest host Ryan Leaf and Brockman recap the Patriots-Giants pre-season opener, break down New England’s early-camp offensive struggles, and marvel at reporters continually asking not-wise questions of Pats Head Coach Bill Belichick. In our ‘What’s More Likely’ segment Ryan weighs in on Mac Jones and the Patriots, Ryan Tannehill and Titans rookie QB Malik Willis, says why Jimmy Garoppolo will win more games that Deshaun Watson this season, if Tom Brady can continue to stave off Father Time, and says if Packers QB Aaron Rodgers or 49ers QB Trey Lance is under more pressure to win this season.  Denver Post Broncos Insider Ryan O’Halloran tells Ryan what the Broncos can expect from Russell Wilson and what their new starting QB can learn from Peyton Manning when he arrived in the Mile High City, says why fans will be happy with the deep pockets of the teams new owners and more. In his ‘Big-Ass Grab Bag’ TJ lists his all-time greatest 2nd-overall draft picks in NFL history including Eric Dickerson, Marshall Faulk, Lawrence Taylor, Sid Luckman and Randy White. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Guest host Ryan Leaf discusses the outreach he does for college football programs each fall where he schools the student-athletes on the perils of fame and expectations that can easily derail their hopes and dreams. Washington State Athletic Director Pat Chun tells Ryan why he’s confident new head football coach Jake Dickert can make the Cougars consistent winners year-in and year-out, how the Pa-12 will move forward following the defections of UCLA and USC to the Big Ten Conference, and more.  Ryan reacts to the NFL correcting its use of ‘race norming’ when denying concussion settlement payments to black players and reveals why most former NFL players live in fear that CTE could be in their future at some point. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Tampa Bay Times Bucs Insider Rick Stroud tells guest host Ryan Leaf why even he’s baffled by Tom Brady’s mysterious absence from Buccaneers’ training camp and if it could be a harbinger of something bigger to come for TB12, what Tampa’s expectations are for the 2022 season under new head coach Todd Bowles, and why the new-look Miami Dolphins will be “a problem” for the teams on their schedule this year. Florida State Head Football Coach Mike Norvell and Ryan discuss the challenges of bringing a winning tradition back to the Seminoles after some down years following the Bobby Bowden era and more.   Ryan and the guys react to reports that the Cleveland Browns will pursue Jimmy Garoppolo if Deshaun Watson’s suspension is extended and offer up a solution for Kyle Shanahan in his beef with the NFL who won’t let him choose which hats he can wear during games this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2-time Super Bowl champion and current Steelers sideline reporter Max Starks tells guest host Ryan Leaf why Mitchell Trubisky has the early lead over Mason Rudolph and rookie Kenny Pickett in Pittsburgh’s QB competition, what Mike Tomlin’s expectations are for his team this season in what should be a very competitive AFC North against the Ravens, Bengals and Browns, how he reacted to the Heinze Field name change to Acrisure Stadium, how the Rooney family’s ownership has been able to maintain nearly a half-century of consistent winning and more. Ryan and the guys discuss their sports fandom and how geography and parents play a huge rule on which teams we root for, and debate how much stock NFL fans should put in those great and not-so-great Twitter videos of their favorite teams’ training camp practices and scrimmages. Ryan revisits his 2021 NFL Draft breakdown where he thoroughly hammered the Bengals for taking WR Ja’Marr Chase over OT Penei Sewell with their 1st round pick. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Guest host Ryan Leaf and Brockman discuss Tom Brady’s mysterious absence from the Buccaneers’ training camp for at least the next week and ponder if there’s a chance the 7-time Super Bowl champion doesn’t return by Week 1, and the guys debate the incident today at the FedEx Playoffs where Scottie Scheffler walked across the putting line of Cameron Smith to send a message about the Open Championship winner’s rumored intention to defect to the LIV Golf tour.  The Fantasy Footballers’ Co-Host Andy Holloway tells Ryan who are his top 5 players in fantasy football this season, names his favorite sleepers and says which players to stay away from, says how Deshaun Watson’s suspension will impact fantasy drafts, and says why Trey Lance and Jalen Hurts could post huge fantasy numbers this fall. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

‘Go Long’ NFL writer Tyler Dunne tells guest host Ryan Leaf why the Buffalo Bills and Josh Allen won’t see a drop off despite losing Offensive Coordinator Brian Daboll to the New York Giants, why the Bengals are poised for another successful season, that the Jets are trending upwards despite the season-ending injury to OT Mekhi Becton, and if the Miami Dolphins can reach the playoffs under rookie head coach Mike McDaniel and newly-acquired All-Pro WR Tyreek Hill.  Golf Channel Host & Senior Writer Rex Hoggard tells Ryan how LIV golfers suing the PGA Tour made it personal for players who haven’t defected to the upstart Saudi-backed league and if Open Championship winner Cameron Smith will also make a jump to join the LIV Tour after the Fed Ex Cup Playoffs. Ryan and the guys debate if NFL teams’ investments in big wide receiver contracts, like Deebo Samuel’s and Tyreek Hill’s, will pay off in wins this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Guest host Ryan Leaf takes calls from viewers thanking him for being a role model for them on their road to recovery from substance addiction.  Cleveland Browns Insider Mary Kay Cabot tells Ryan when she’s expecting a decision on the Deshaun Watson’s suspension appeal, how head coach Kevin Stefanski is preparing his back up QBs for Watson’s absence, and more. Ryan and the guys break down the AFC North and predict how thing will shake out among the Cincinnati Bengals, Cleveland Browns, Pittsburgh Steelers, and Baltimore Ravens this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Guest host Ryan Leaf recounts his first-ever NFL training camp experience with the Chargers after being selected #2 overall in the 1998 NFL Draft and sets the record straight about a hazing incident involving Junior Seau that has been widely misreported over the years. Ryan and the guys recap the first episode of HBO’s ‘Hard Knocks’ and debate the effectiveness of the fiery in-your-face style of Detroit Lions head coach Matt Campbell. Baylor Head Football Coach Dave Aranda tells Ryan what expectations he has for his team this season after winning a Big 12 title in 2021, explains why “you don’t have to be an a-hole to win” in college football and more. Ryan breaks down the College Football Coaches’ Poll, remarks on the impact Lincoln Riley has already made at USC and predicts how many games the Trojans will win this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Guest host Ryan Leaf and the guys debate if it’s harder to find 32 good Ks or 32 good starting QBs in the NFL with Ryan revealing how he feels (STRONGLY) about kickers.  The guys react to Serena Williams possibly retiring after the upcoming US Open and marvel at her remarkable tennis career and overall impact on sports. Actor Javon “Wanna” Walton joins Ryan in-studio to reveal what it was like making his upcoming movie ‘Samaritan’ with Sylvester Stallone, reveals what the future holds for his beloved Ashtray character on HBO’s ‘Euphoria’ and how boxing keeps him humble despite finding stardom before he was old enough to drive a car. Ryan reveals which teams would be better off swapping out their current starting QB for soon-to-be-ex-49er Jimmy Garoppolo. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kansas Head Football Coach Lance Leipold tells guest host Ryan Leaf what cultural change is necessary to transform the Jayhawks from also-rans to respectability year-in and year-out, how he’s approaching possible Big 12 expansion, why he embraces being a football coach at a blue blood college basketball school, and much more.  The MMQB’s Andrew Brandt tells Ryan how Deshaun Watson’s agent was able to land the most lucrative, fully-guaranteed contract with all the misconduct allegations hanging over his head, if NFL teams are wise to hand over big contracts to receivers like the ones Deebo Samuel, DK Metcalf, Christian Kirk and others recently received, and his reaction to Bears LB Roquan Smith’s trade demands. Ryan and the guys debate if WRs deserve to get paid or if teams should spend money on other key positions such as the offensive line. Patriots fan Chris Brockman and Ryan discuss the disappointing showing by Mac Jones and the Pats’ offense in training camp so far.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Guest host Ryan Leaf reacts to Bears LB Roquan Smith demanding a trade and says why Chicago is in danger of becoming the NFC North’s doormat team.   Pac-12 College Football Analyst Yogi Roth and Ryan discuss the huge impact Oklahoma transfer QB Caleb Williams will have on USC, his new ‘5-Star QB’ book aimed at high-level high school players, the future of the conference with UCLA and USC’s defections on the horizon, and how he knew back in college at Pitt that WR Larry Fitzgerald would go on to have a special NFL career.  Ryan and the guys react to the bad news coming out of Jets camp about offensive lineman Mekhi Becton and what it means for New York’s high hopes this season, and Ryan reveals the incredible story of Pro Football Hall of Famer Terrell Owens nearly fight him in a country club parking lot. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In our ‘Overreaction Monday’ segment guest host Steve Weissman weighs in on the Geno Smith-Drew Lock QB competition with the Seahawks, if Brandon Aiyuk will overshadow Deebo Samuel this season, if Saquon Barkley can regain his pre-injury form, if Michael Thomas can be a star again for the Saints, if the Browns should/will trade disgruntled RB Kareem Hunt, while TJ weighs in on the Mets’ World Series odds with Jacob deGrom’s return and Yankees fan Mike Del Tufo weighs in on the Pinstripes’ mid-season slump. Pro Football Hall of Famer and NFL Network Analyst Kurt Warner tells Steve why he’s predicting Justin Herbert will lead the Chargers to the playoffs, why Russell Wilson is the 2nd-best QB in the AFC West, and why he still marvels at 45-year-old time Brady’s exploits on the field.  The guys react to a report that Kevin Durant has told Nets ownership to choose between him and the GM/Head Coach combo of Sean Marks and Steve Nash. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Big Ten Network announcer Lisa Byington tells guest host Steve Weissman her journey from college athlete to groundbreaking broadcaster as the voice of the Milwaukee Bucks, reveals how Giannis Antetokounmpo’s humility is on par with his skills on the basketball court, and previews the Big Ten football season and the Michigan Wolverines’ or Ohio State Buckeyes’ chances to reach the College Football Playoff.  Tennis Hall of Famer Andy Roddick tells Steve if Serena Williams has a chance to win at the US Open, how much longer his on-court nemesis Roger Federer will play before retiring, what it’s like to partner with Peyton Manning on a new bourbon venture, if the fiery Nick Krygios can win the US Open and much more.  The guys get into a heated debate about the AFC West asking is Russell Wilson the 4th best QB in the division and are the Chargers overhyped. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Guest host Steve Weissman, Brockman and TJ break down Michigan alum Rich’s headline-making weekend at the Pro Football Hall of Fame where he finally got to troll on the Ohio State Buckeyes. NFL Network ‘Total Access’ host MJ Acosta-Ruiz tells Steve her journey from broadcasting local high school games in Miami to hosting the network’s flagship show, why she came away impressed after her trip to the Raiders camp but says don’t sleep on Justin Herbert and the Los Angeles Chargers to win the competitive AFC West, and says if Baker Mayfield can beat out Sam Darnold and lead the Carolina Panthers to the playoffs this season.  Steve and the guys reflect on the anniversary of the first Olympic Dream Team featuring Michael Jordan, Magic Johnson, Larry Bird and others. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

NFL Network’s Adam Rank joins guest host Randy Sklar in-studio to discuss the Raiders’ chances to overtake the Chiefs to win the AFC West, if this is Josh Allen and the Buffalo Bills’ year to win the Super Bowl, if the Rams should be worried about Matthew Stafford’s elbow, if Justin Herbert can take the Chargers to the next level this season, why NFL teams are more willing to give young quarterbacks a shot to start earlier in their careers, and what to expect from the Detroit Lions on HBO’s ‘Hard Knocks.’   UFC announcer Brendan Fitzgerald tells Randy why Paddy Pimblett is the sport’s biggest up-and coming start, reacts to news that Conor McGregor plans to star in a remake of the Patrick Swayze class ‘Road House’ and much more. TJ breaks out his ‘Big-Ass Grab Bag’ to list his top 5 all-time favorite UFC fighters including Randy Couture, Jon Jones, Anderson Silva and others. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Guest host Randy Sklar says why Dak Prescott is a good but not an elite quarterback and debates TJ about Dallas’ title chances this season.  In ‘What’s More Likely’ Randy weighs in on the Jaguars and Raiders’ expectations, Matthew Stafford’s troublesome elbow, Cooper Kupp vs Justin Jefferson as the NFL’s best WR, the Lions and Cardinals on HBO’s ‘Hard Knocks,’ Jalen Hurts vs Tom Brady in fantasy football, and his Michigan Wolverines’ chances to return to the College Football Playoff.   Big Ten Network host & announce Dave Revsine and Randy preview the conference football season including the getting-hotter-by-the-loss hot seat under Scott Frost at Nebraska, why adding USC and UCLA was a “grand slam” move, and if the College Football Playoff should expand from its current 4-team format.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Guest host Randy Sklar and the guys break down the Deshaun Watson situation and wonder if the Browns can compete in the tough AFC North with their start QB suspended. Gar Ryness aka The Batting Stance Guy and joins Randy in-studio where he reacts to the Padres winning the Juan Soto sweepstakes and what it means for San Diego’s World Series chances and does a spot-on breakdown of Soto and Manny Machado’s batting stances. Randy and Brockman comment on the LIV Golf Tour and how it’s threat to the PGA Tour and how it could change the course of golf history and not for the better. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

NFL Network reporter Tom Pelissero tells Rich who has the upper hand in the Steelers’ 3-mam QB competition among Mitchell Trubisky, Mason Rudolph and rookie Kenny Pickett, what the NFL’s chance are of winning its appeal of Deshaun Watson’s 6-game suspension, reacts to the Miami Dolphins Tom Brady-Sean Payton tampering mess, Jimmy Garoppolo’s chances to get traded or released by the 49ers, and says if the Rams should be concerned about Matthew Stafford’s lingering elbow issues. Jason and Randy Sklar join Rich in-studio to discuss how the rebooted ESPN’s ‘Cheap Seats’ as ‘The Nosebleeds’ on the UFC Fight Pass platform, recap the humble origins of UFC and the explosion in MMA in recent years, and break down their questionable fashion choices.   Rich react to Packers QB Aaron Rodgers revealing that dabbling in ayahuasca, a plant-based psychedelic, to help him win back-to-back NFL MVP awards. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Iowa Hawkeyes HC Kirk Ferentz tells Rich his reaction to USC and UCLA joining the Big Ten in 2024, if the rise of NIL deals is impacting his program, and why he’s eternally grateful for the career boost he once got from Patriots Head Coach Bill Belichick. Actor Theo Rossi joins Rich in-studio to discuss his new ‘Emily the Criminal’ movie with Aubrey Plaza, the two bond over their common Staten Island roots, reveals his surprising football past that included a state championship in high school, talks about his new podcast and the upcoming coming-of-age movie he’ll be directing, and reveals why ‘Sons of Anarchy’ still resonates with fans. Rich and the guys react to Bill Belichick’s latest press conference and speculate on what the Patriots Head Coach would name his fantasy football team if he had one. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Hall of Fame announcer Bob Costas tells Rich his favorite memories of Vin Scully and reveals what the legendary Dodgers announcer told him the first time they met, and names the all-time greatest moment in Scully’s storied career that included a Sandy Koufax perfect game, a Kirk Gibson World Series walk-off home run and much more. After a season of heavy gloating, Yankees fan Rich voices his concern for the team after the Pinstripe’s ace Gerrit Cole was shelled for 6 runs in the first inning against the Seattle Mariners.  Rich reacts to Tua Tagovailoa’s reaction to learning that Dolphins owner Stephen Ross wanted (still wants??) Tom Brady as Miami’s QB. Rich recites a statement from lifelong Dodgers fan Bryan Cranston regarding the passing of Vin Scully, and comments on how impressive Tom Brady has been since turning 40 especially when compared to some of the NFL’s all-time great quarterbacks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

World Golf Hall of Famer and 2022 Presidents Cup Captain Davis Love III tells Rich how Greg Norman and the “hollow” LIV Golf Tour are forcing golfers to decide between “playing for money and playing for history” and if the PGA Tour and the upstart Saudi-backed league can coexist moving forward. Rich reacts to Deebo Samuel’s comments after signing his new contract where he refuted reports that he was unhappy the 49ers were using him as a running back too much.  Colts All-Pro DT DeForest Buckner tells Rich how new QB Matt Ryan has brought much-needed leadership to the team’s quarterback room, why AFC teams shouldn’t sleep on Indy’s chances to reach the Super Bowl, and weighs in on RB Jonathan Taylor’s chances to win NFL MVP honors. Rich and the guys react to Phil Mickelson and other LIV Tour golfers filing an anti-trust lawsuit against the PGA Tour.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich reacts to the passing of retired Dodgers announcer Vin Scully and reflects on the unforgettable moments the legendary sportscaster helped shape in our collective memory during his storied 67-year career.  Pro Football Talk’s Mike Florio tells Rich how it feels to have NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell confirm his story about the Dolphins tampering with Tom Brady and Sean Payton, what Brady’s role in the debacle was and if he should have been punished also, and why he expects the NFL to appeal the 6-game suspension give to Deshaun Watson by independent arbitrator Sue L. Robinson. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Vikings RB Dalvin Cook tells Rich how Minnesota’s offense will look under rookie head coach Kevin O’Connell who’s a Sean McVay disciple, says why he’s excited to see what his brother James Cook will do in the NFL after being drafted by the Buffalo Bills, and weighs in on the ‘is cereal soup’ debate. Comedian Paul Virzi joins Rich in-studio to discuss his new Netflix special directed by SNL’s Pete Davidson, reveals how he bonded with fellow comic Bill Burr of their love of sports, and breaks down the schedule for his beloved New York Giants. Yankees fan Rich reacts to the Pinstripes unloading the under-performing Joey Gallo on the Los Angeles Dodgers at the MLB trade deadline.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Basketball Hall of Famer and ‘Inside the NBA’ Analyst Shaquille O’Neal tells Rich how the late Bill Russell completely changed his outlook on being a professional athlete, why the Celtics should not break up their young nucleus to trade for Nets F Kevin Durant, reacts to Charles Barkley’s flirtation with joining the LIV Golf Tour broadcast team, and makes a BOLD bet about his beloved Dallas Cowboys.  Rich and Cowboys fan TJ debate if Dallas should sign free agent WR Odell Beckham Jr., break down Juan Soto’s impact on the Padres’ world series chances, and react to reports that Tiger Woods turned down close to a billion dollars to join the LIV Tour.   Rich and the guys have some fun with the latest ‘Bill Belichick Press Conference Moment.’ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich and the guys react to the breaking news that the Padres have traded for Nationals slugger Juan Soto, and reacts to the NFL handing down discipline to the Miami Dolphins for tampering for illegal contact with Tom Brady while he was a member of the New England Patriots.  Rich lays out the factors that could influence whether or not NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell should appeal the independent arbitrator’s 6-game suspension for Cleveland Browns QB Deshaun Watson, and the guys debate if Tom Brady should be punished for a possible role in the tampering issued that resulted in fines and the loss of a 1st round draft pick for the Miami Dolphins. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

ESPN MLB reporter Buster Olney tells Rich why the Brewers surprisingly traded closer Josh Hader to the Padres and if San Diego has a chance to land Juan Soto from the Nationals, if Soto’s possibly leaving in free agency after two years could deter teams like the Padres, Dodgers or Cardinals from giving up a bevy of prospects for the Nats’ slugger, says that the Angels never had any intention of trading Shohei Ohtani this summer but that could change once his free agency approaches, and why the Seattle Mariners could be the most surprising team once the MLB playoffs roll around in October. Rich reacts to Jerry Jones addressing Jimmy Johnson’s absence from the Cowboys’ Ring of Honor by referring to the 2-time Super Bowl-winning head coach as “sniveling.”  In his ‘Overreaction Monday’ segment Rich says if the 49ers must win a Super Bowl soon to justify their investment in Deebo Samuel and Trey Lance, if Ezekiel Elliott can be a top 5 rusher this season, if the return of Travis Etienne can translated in to 8 or more wins for the Jaguars this season, what Allen Robinson’s and Russell Gage’s addition means to the Rams’ and Buccaneers’ offenses.  Rich’s son Xander joins the show in-studio and outlines how TJ can revamp the RES Tik Tok page and says why he’s not down with applying the Kyler Murray ‘Study’ clause to his weekly screen time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich reacts to the Angels taking Shohei Ohtani off the trade market, and comments on the passing of Celtics’ Hall of Famer Bill Russell who left as much of a lasting impact as a person off the court as he did as a player on the hardwood.  Rich and the guys recap TJ’s first-ever round of golf. Hall of Fame sportswriter and former Boston Globe columnist Bob Ryan and Rich discuss the legacy of Boston Celtics legend Bill Russell, recounts his up-and-down relationship with the city of Boston, and says why the current team should not trade for Kevin Durant.  Rich and the guys debate if the NBA should permanently retire Bill Russell’s #6 the way Major League Baseball did with Jackie Robinson’s #42. Rich reacts (overreacts?) to Tua Tagovailoa throwing a bomb TD to Tyreek Hill and says why more of the same during the regular season will mean trouble for the rest of the AFC East. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich reacts to the 6-game suspension recommended for Deshaun Watson by former federal judge Sue L. Robinson and says why the punishment should have been harsher.  The MMQB’s Albert Breer tells Rich why arbitrator Sue L. Robinson only gave Deshaun Watson a 6-games suspension in the wake of dozens of sexual misconduct allegations against him, if the NFL can win the battle in the court of public opinion against the Browns quarterback, why Deebo Samuel’s beef with the 49ers wasn’t all about the money, why the Cardinals felt compelled to include the eyebrow-raising mandatory film study clause in Kyler Murray’s contract, and who has the upper hand in the Steelers QB competition battle between Mitchell Trubisky and rookie Kenny Pickett. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich reacts to Charles Barkley ending his flirtation with joining the LIV Tour’s broadcast team and ponders if the controversial Saudi backed golf league can ever change its image especially with their reported heavy-handed tactics when handling criticism. Pro Football Hall of Famer and NFL Network Analyst Kurt Warner tells Rich why the Cardinals might have been compelled to include a mandatory ‘film study’ clause in Kyler Murray’s contract and what game film indicates about the young QB’s readiness each Sunday, says why the 49ers are sky-high on Trey Lance and what the expectations are for the 2nd-year quarterback in San Francisco, says why the Green Bay Packers are the most intriguing NFL team heading into the new season, and weighs in on the anonymous NFL defensive coordinator who criticized Patrick Mahomes’ ability to read defenses.  TJ breaks out his ‘Big-Ass Grab Bag’ and list the top 5 athletes he wants to see in the WWE including Aaron Donald, Serena Williams, Ronaldo and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich comments on the “game of chicken” between the 49ers and Seahawks in which Seattle needs QB Jimmy Garoppolo to throw to newly-signed DK Metcalf while the Niners need to shave Jimmy G’s cap space to pay disgruntled WR Deebo Samuel.    In his ‘What’s More Likely’ segment Rich weighs in on Dak Prescott, Julio Jones vs OBJ, the Raiders vs the Eagles to win their divisions, Baker Mayfield, and plays a round of ‘Start-Bench-Cut’ involving Cooper Kupp, Deebo Samuel and DK Metcalf. Packers RB Aaron Jones tells Rich why he firmly believes cereal can be considered soup, how Green Bay’s offense will adapt to life after Davante Adams, and reveals the subtle and not-so-subtle ways Aaron Rodgers challenges his Packers teammates to become better football players.    Rich comments on the Packers loss of Davante Adams and says Green Bay should utilized their two-headed rushing attach of Aaron Jones and AJ Dillon more this season. Rich and a caller break down the Arizona Cardinals’ schedule and predict how many games Kyler Murray and company will win this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich reacts to the Arizona Cardinals removing the controversial mandatory ‘film study’ clause in Kyler Murray’s contract, and says how the language in the clause can be used for parents worldwide to limit their kids’ screen time. Cincinnati Bearcats Head Football Coach Luke Fickell and Rich discuss his search for a new QB after losing 4-year starter Desmond Ridder to the NFL, how moving to the Big 12 will impact recruiting, why he sees big changes coming to the College Football landscape and the need for tighter regulation of NIL in college sports, his thoughts on Sauce Gardner and Ridder’s pro prospects, and gets some useful marriage advice from Rich’s wife Suzy Shuster. Rich, Suzy and TJ debate if MLB teams should trade for the Angels’ Shohei Ohtani or the Nationals’ Juan Soto.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich and the guys react to Kyler Murray addressing the mandatory ‘film study’ clause in his contract.  ‘Everybody Loves Raymond’ producer Phil Rosenthal joins Rich in-studio to discuss the new season of his Netflix food show ‘Somebody Feed Phil’ and says which exotic foods he was willing to eat and which deserved a quick ‘nope!”, why his take on Dodger Dogs is sure to raise the ire of Los Angeles sports fans, and reveals how Larry David and Ray Romano are alike but also very much dissimilar.   Brockman runs through the latest NFL training camp news and the guys try to decipher Jeff Passan’s cryptic tweet about Juan Soto. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

 Former NFL team executive Joe Banner tells Rich why the Arizona Cardinals “humiliated” Kyler Murray by inserting a mandatory tape study clause in his new contract and why it serves no benefit to the team or to the QB, why Lamar Jackson should sign his Ravens extension sooner rather than later, what the 49ers and Jimmy Garoppolo’s options are given the limited need for QB’s around the league, why the Niners and Seahawks should get deals done quickly with disgruntled WR’s Deebo Samuel and D.K. Metcalf, and why we’re still waiting on a ruling on a likely Deshaun Watson suspension.  Rich and Brockman break down the 49ers QB situation and explain why the Niners can’t keep Jimmy Garoppolo on the roster after naming Trey Lance their starting QB. Yankees fan Rich reacts to the Pinstripes landing OF Andrew Benintendi from the Royals and says why trading for Nationals slugger Juan Soto comes some risk for interested teams. Rich lists his top 5 NFL players who missed nearly all of 2021 with significant injuries who can have huge impacts on their teams including the Jets’ Carl Lawson, the Jags’ Travis Etienne, the Lions’ Jeff Okudah, the Ravens’ JK Dobbins, and the Saints’ Michael Thomas. Rich honks for the Los Angeles Rams and says the defending Super Bowl champions aren’t getting their due respect when it comes to repeating as champs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich comments on the Carolina Panthers’ QB competition and wonders if the battle between Sam Darnold and Baker Mayfield is too friendly for each other’s own good, and breaks down Jimmy Garoppolo’s situation with the 49ers and ponders the possibility he eventually lands with the Seattle Seahawks. ESPN’s Field Yates tells Rich why the Los Angeles Chargers are his most intriguing NFL team heading into the new season, if there’s a chance Jimmy Garoppolo ends up on the Seahawks, why Baker Mayfield will beat out Sam Darnold to win the Carolina Panthers starting QB job, which under-the-radar teams could end up as division champions this season, who you should be targeting as the top running back and receiver in your fantasy football draft, and which players have a chance to break out as fantasy stars this season.  Rich reacts to Aaron Rodgers’ reaction to Davante Adams “going from hall of famer to hall of famer” comments when comparing Raiders QB Derek Carr to the 4-time NFL MVP. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

 Rich reacts to Jacksonville Jaguars players commenting on the night-and-day difference between Urban Meyer and current Jags Head Coach Doug Pederson, and has a big question for Cardinals Head Coach Kliff Kingsbury who addressed Kyler Murray’s eyebrow-raising ‘study hall’ clause in the QB’s new contract. Comedian Andy Richter joins Rich in-studio to discuss his ‘Three Questions’ podcast, reveals the TMI story Fabio once told him during a commercial break on ‘Late Night,’ reveals how he met Conan O’Brien and recalls some of his favorite moments from ‘Late Night,’ and why he remains loyal to the Cubs despite their recent woes. Rich says why he thinks Baker Mayfield has a leg up on Sam Darnold in the Carolina Panthers’ QB competition and reacts to yet another classic Bill Belichick press conference exchange with a reporter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Buccaneers Insider Rick Stroud tells Rich what Tampa Bay’s expectations are for newly-signed WR Julio Jones, if there’s a chance Rob Gronkowski will un-retire (again), and explains why he thinks this is Tom Brady’s final season with the Bucs.  Notre Dame Head Coach Marcus Freeman and Rich discuss the Fighting Irish’s QB competition between Drew Pyne and Tyler Buchner, why he has no problem with the current way NIL is being utilized in college sports, and discuss the possibility of the golden domers joining the Big Ten.  Rich reacts to Tua Tagovailoa getting testy with the media and says why the Dolphins QB needs to “get nastier” and channel his inner competitiveness. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich reacts to Julio Jones signing with Tom Brady and the Buccaneers and explains why Tampa Bay is the most intriguing team in the NFL as training camps get underway. NBC Sports’ Mike Tirico tells Rich why the Buffalo Bills and Kansas City Chiefs are the most intriguing teams in the AFC, why Jameis Winston and the Saints could be the NFL’s biggest sleeper team this year, if the Lions can play well enough to land a spot on ‘Sunday Night Football,’ what it was like watching the recent Open Championship for Cameron Smith incredible back nine at St. Andrews to overtake Rory McIlroy to capture the Claret Jug and tries to organize a SportsCenter reunion in Scotland on the golf links.  Rich clears the air on his future with NFL Network refuting reports that he might be exiting the channel after two decades as the face of the network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Baseball Hall of Famer Pedro Martinez and Rich discuss David Ortiz’s induction into Cooperstown and why ‘Big Papi’ was at his best in the biggest moments and why former Bosox manager Terry Francona deserves to be in the HOF also, if Rafael Devers and Xander Bogaerts will be on the move this off-season, says why Justin Verlander is still one of baseball best starting pitchers, why the Yankees don’t need Juan Soto, and reveals which batters gave him the most trouble back in his playing days.  Rich weighs in on Jerry Jones’ vote of confidence in Mike McCarthy and debates just how much confidence the Cowboys’ owner has in his head coach.  The guys react to Colts All-Pro LB Darius Leonard announce that he’d like to be called Shaquille Leonard from now on, and Rich gloats over 49ers Head Coach Kyle Shanahan naming Trey Lance as the team’s starting QB over Jimmy Garoppolo.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Athletic’s Nicole Auerbach tells Rich if the federal government needs to step in, as requested by the Big Ten Commissioner, and lay some ground rules about NIL in college sports, what the chance of Notre Dame joining a conference anytime soon is, and how the Big Ten will handle the intricacies of scheduling USC and UCLA when they come on board in 2024.  NBC Sports’ NFL Insider Peter King tells Rich why he has sky-high expectations for Josh Allen and the Buffalo Bills this season, what Mike McCarthy must do this season to keep his job as the Dallas Cowboys’ head coach, why the ‘film study’ clause in Kyler Murray’s new contract is cause for concern for Cardinals fans, why the Detroit Lions could surprise some people in Dan Campbell’s 2nd year as Detroit’s head coach, and if the Baltimore Ravens would be wise to pay Lamar Jackson now or wait and see how the 2022 season plays out.  Rich weighs in on Lamar Jackson’s contract situation and says why the Ravens need to pay their playmaking QB instead of letting him walk in free agency.  The guys react to Bill Belichick’s first training camp press conference that included high praise for 2nd-year QB Mac Jones. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich reacts (strongly) to the news that the Arizona Cardinals placed a “film study” clause in Kyler Murray’s contract and says why the young QB should be embarrassed by having to be told to work harder and put in the extra time to become a truly great quarterback. Rich, Brockman and TJ debate if Kyler, Dak Prescott, Russell Wilson or Trey Lance will be the quarterback under the most pressure to win this season. NFL Network Analyst Daniel Jeremiah tells Rich what Kyler Murray’s “bizarre” film study clause in his new contract says about the Cardinals QB’s work ethic, why the Minnesota Vikings in the NFC and the Miami Dolphins in the AFC are the two most intriguing teams heading into NFL training camps, why Trey Lance will be the 2nd-year quarterback that makes the biggest leap this season, if the Dallas Cowboys are still the team to beat in the NFC East, and why the Raiders, Chargers, Chiefs and Broncos will engage in a season-long war for AFC West supremacy.  Rich and the guys react to Joe Burrow missing time in Bengals camp due to an appendectomy and debate if he deserves to be in The Athletic’s Tier 1 QB rankings. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich reacts to Charles Barkley’s interest in joining the LIV Golf Tour and says his departure from Turner Sports’ ‘Inside the NBA’ would be a loss for all of us. Rich breaks down the Athletic’s 2022 QB Tier ratings as determined by a poll of NFL coaches and executives. Comedian David A. Arnold joins Rich in-studio where he laments the heartbreak and frustration that comes with being a lifelong Cleveland Browns fan, offers up some hilarious parenting advice to Rich with his kids fast approaching their teen years, and says how he’s reacting to his wife elbowing in on his popularity.  Rich and the guys recap TJ’s birthday dinner and try unsuccessfully to ascertain his exact age, and react to Carolina Panthers head coach Matt Rhule’s latest comments on the QB competition between Baker Mayfield and Sam Darnold. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

FOX Sports NFL Analyst Mark Schlereth tells Rich why he’s high on Tom Brady and the Buccaneers and Davante Adams and the Raiders heading into the season, why the Patriots’ Mac Jones is the 2nd-year quarterback who will make the biggest leap next season, if the 49ers will find success with Trey Lance as their starting QB, if Mike McDaniel can bring to the Miami Dolphins the same success in the run game he orchestrated with the Niners, says which teams have the best offensive lineman and more.  Rich reacts to Tyreek Hill seemingly disrespecting Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs while talking up his new QB Tua Tagovailoa. Rich and the guys celebrate the anniversary of ‘Caddyshack’ with Brockman offering up an off-the-beaten-path take on ‘Field of Dreams.” In his ‘Overreaction Monday’ segment Rich weighs in on Davante Adams and the Raiders, Tom Brady’s Madden 23 rating, the Tennessee Titans, Lamar Jackson’s contract status, if the Steelers are Mitchell Trubisky’s team, and which NFL teams need to re-think their alternate helmet ideas for this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich reacts to reports that the Celtics are actively pursuing Kevin Durant and says why Boston would be better of sitting tight and trying to win with the roster they currently have instead. ESPN NBA Insider Brian Windhorst tells Rich why the Celtics are will to part ways with Jaylen Brown in a potential Kevin Durant trade, if Kyrie Irving’s return to the Nets had anything to do with KD asking for a trade, if the Knicks will eventually meet the high asking price Danny Ainge and the Jazz are asking for Donovan Mitchell, and what the future holds for Russell Westbrook if the Lakers are able to pull off a trade for the embattled former MVP.  Rich says why the Lakers should move on from Russell Westbrook if he’s not willing to live up to the plan new head coach Darvin Ham has laid out for him for next season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich updates the latest in the story gripping the NFL world this week: what’s going on with those giant ketchup bottles removed from the formerly-named Heinz Field in Pittsburgh.   In his ‘What’s More Likely’ segment Rich weighs in on Jimmy Garoppolo, Lamar Jackson, Josh Rosen, Sam Darnold, Kyler Murray, Gronk’s return, Russell Wilson, Trey Lance, Nick Chubb and Najee Harris.  Actor Kevin Bacon joins Rich in-studio to discuss the new season of his Showtime series ‘City on a Hill,’ debates which athletes are the best actors and if pro wrestlers are actually athletes, and dishes the behind-the-scenes dirt on ‘Footloose,’ ‘Animal House,’ ‘A Few Good Men, and ‘Apollo 13’ in a round of Celebrity True or False. Rich and the guys react to the Rams unveiling their Super Bowl rings designed to look like SoFi Stadium and looking to be about half the size of the massive venue. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Yahoo! Sports Columnist Dan Wetzel tells Rich if we can expect Notre Dame to join the SEC or Big Ten in the wake of UCLA and USC leaving the Pac-12, what the future of the College Football Playoff looks like and which of the Power 5 conference will control who gets in and who’s left out, and discusses how the Big Ten will handle scheduling games for all sports when the Bruins and Trojans join the conference. Michigan alum Rich frets over the possibility of his Wolverines having to play USC every year when the Trojans join the Big Ten and gets called out by a viewer for his UM “arrogance.” Newly hired ‘Good Morning Football’ host Jason McCourty tells Rich why he’s excited to embark on his TV career after retiring from the NFL, says why Josh Allen would be his go-to QB if he needed to win just one game, says why Bill Belichick’s ‘Patriots’ Way’ is different from the other teams he played for during his career, and if Kyler Murray’s big new contract will translate to more wins on the field for Arizona. TJ Jefferson lists his top 5 MLB teams heading into the 2nd half of the season among the Mets, Yankees, Dodgers, Astros and one more surprising team. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich comments on the start of NFL training camps and the still lingering clouds hovering over Deshaun Watson, Deebo Samuel, and DK Metcalf, and says what we can expect for the next big contracts for Justin Herbert and others in the wake of Kyler Murray’s huge extension. Pro Football Talk’s Mike Florio tells Rich how Kyler Murray’s new Cardinals contract will impact the coming deals for the likes of Lamar Jackson and Joe Burrow, says why the 49ers will be hard-pressed to find a taker for Jimmy Garoppolo on the trade market, that Saints RB Alvin Kamara could be facing a 6-game suspension, if Sean Payton will return to coaching in 2023, and when we can expect a decision on a likely suspension for Cleveland Browns QB Deshaun Watson. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich reacts to Scott Boras’ “tone deaf” complaints that his client Juan Soto had to fly commercial to the All-Star game, and in a baseball-only version of ‘What’s More Likely’ weighs in on possible landing spots for the Nationals slugger, if Shohei Ohtani can win back-to-back MVP awards, if Aaron Judge can reach 60 home runs, if we’re more likely to see a Yankees-Mets Subway Series or a rematch of the Dodgers and Astros, and more!   49ers All-Pro TE Georg Kittle and Rich debate what’s proper and what is barbaric when it comes to airplane etiquette including the use of overhead bins, armrests, and reclining your chair, and reveals what the hierarchy is for seating assignments when the 49ers travel to away games.  With Kyler Murray’s contract done, Rich and Brockman debate if the Seahawks should pay or trade WR DK Metcalf. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brockman and TJ debate Rich over whether Kyler Murray has done enough on the field to earn the huge extension he got from the Arizona Cardinals. Suzy Shuster, Rich’s wife, calls in to weigh in on his airplane etiquette and his propensity for using as much overhead space as possible with leads Rich to ask himself, “am I a travel jerk??” 2-time Super Bowl champion Malcolm Jenkins join Rich in-studio and to discuss designing his own suit for this year’s ESPY Awards, his alma mater Ohio State trademarking “The,” if Jameis Winston and Jalen Hurts can step up and take the Saints and the Eagles to the next level, and if the Saints can unseat Tom Brady and the Buccaneers atop the NFC South this season.   Rich reacts to JJ Watt’s twitter interaction with a fan that illustrates why the Cardinals DE is man of true character. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich reacts to Georgia Bulldogs head football coach Kirby Smart’s new 10-year, $111 Million extension and what it means for professionalism in college football, and weighs in on the 49ers granting Jimmy Garoppolo permission to seek a trade with speculation on which teams might be interested in the Niners QB. ESPN College Football Senior Writer Pete Thamel tells Rich why CFB is mired in an “untenable mess” due to lack of overall leadership for the sport, if the SEC will end up dictating the future of college football in the wake of the NCAA’s shrinking power base and if they and the Big Ten are looking to expand even more, and why Notre Dame’s strategy is amid all the conference realignment and expansion.   Rich reacts to Kyler Murray finally getting that fat contract extension from the Arizona Cardinals and explains why he deserved to get paid. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Rich Eisen Show's Chris Brockman, TJ Jefferson, and Adam Chudwin break down the latest from the NBA. 00:00- Anniversary of Giannis scoring 50 points in NBA Finals Game 6 13:00- LeBron playing in the Drew League 19:30- Skip Bayless talking trash against LeBron 24:30-Start, Bench, Cut. Steph-Giannis-Luka 30:00- Steph or Kobe? 39:00- Start, Bench, Cut. KD-Kawhi-LeBron Follow the guys here: Twitter-@chrisbrockman, @toojiggy, @achudwin Instagram- @brockshady, @tjjefferson, @achudwin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

New York Jets All-Pro kick returner Braxton Berrios tells Rich why he’s very unhappy with his “disrespectful” Madden ’23 rating and explains why he’s excited for the team’s outlook under 2nd-year QB Zach Wilson.   Rich ponders the biggest question in sports this week: what happened to those giant ketchup bottles they removed from the Steelers’ Heinz Field when it was renamed. Steelers RB Najee Harris and Rich discuss the Steelers’ stadium name change, the team’s 3-way QB competition between Kenny Pickett, Mitchell Trubisky and Mason Rudolph, says why he wants as many carries this season as Mike Tomlin will give him, and laments over his less-than-expected Madden ’23 rating.  Rich and the guys have one last argument over airline etiquette and who wins the arm rest battle between the aisle, middle and window seats. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich and Brockman ponder an intriguing proposal from a caller on how College Football should schedule games and says why the Big Ten should also pursue Cal and Stanford in addition to adding UCLA and USC.       NFL Insider Ian Rapoport tells Rich that Deebo Samuel’s issues with the 49ers “are fixable but it’s not an easy fix,” if the Niners should release of keep Jimmy Garoppolo if Trey Lance wins the starting QB job, says how Deshaun Watson’s fully guaranteed contract has impacted Kyler Murray’s negotiations with the Arizona Cardinals, and what the timeline is for a likely Watson suspension announcement.      Rich explains why Clayton Kershaw is a hall of famer on and off the field as illustrated by his interaction with a young fan at the All-Star Game, and ranks the best left-handed pitchers of the 21st century. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich recaps the MLB All-Star Game and rails in American League manager Dusty Baker for using the Shift and laments the lack of action in baseball today. Based on a George Kittle tweet, Rich and the guys debate airplane etiquette and if it’s permissible to put two items in the overhead compartments.  Buccaneers Pro Bowl LB Shaq Barrett and Rich discuss Bruce Arians' surprising retirement, what Todd Bowles brings as a head coach, Tom Brady’s retirement-unretirement, if he’s concerned about Leonard Fournette’s reported weight gain, and why his frustration with football last year has motivated him for the upcoming season.    Rich reacts to Derek Carr’s ‘nobody believes in us’ quotes in The Athletic and says why he’s fully on-board with the Raiders winning the AFC West with a 12-5 record this season Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich reacts to Nick Saban’s SEC media day press conference and explains how NIL and conference realignment are paving the way for major changes to big-time college football.  Actor Justin Hartley joins Rich in-studio and reveals how his new avila alcohol company came about because of case of mistaken identity, why he misses ‘This Is Us’ already, and says how his ‘Price Is Right’ experience compares to TJ’s failed Showcase Showdown. Rich explains why MLB should adopt its home run derby tie-break All-Star Game policy for regular season extra-innings games instead of the current “ghost runner” on 2nd base rule. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich recounts his love of baseball’s All-Star Game but says why there’s a snowball’s chance in hell that he’ll schlep out to Chavez Ravine for the mid-summer classic.  Sydni and Taelor Scott, Stuart Scott’s daughters, join Rich in-studio on what would have been their father’s 57th birthday to discuss how they’re memories of him are shaped in part by the wonderful stories his friends and colleagues have shared with them, what the Stuart Scott Memorial Cancer Research Fund is doing along with the V Foundation to help find a cure, and how the late SportsCenter anchor’s legacy transcends the broadcasting industry. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich recaps the “awesome” spectacle of the MLB All-Star Game Home Run Derby that saw Albert Pujols staving off father time, Julio Rodriguez’ impressive rookie debut, and Juan Soto’s thrilling win at Dodger Stadium, and speculates on how much longer the young lefty slugger will remain on the Washington Nationals and debates possible landing spots including the Baltimore Orioles and New York Mets. ESPN’s Karl Ravech and Rich recap the MLB Home Run Derby including Albert Pujols’ memorable night, discuss why Juan Soto and the Nationals are likely to part ways and how much of a haul Washington could get for the young slugger, if the Yankees could be in the mix for Soto, and share their favorite memories of doing SportsCenter with Stuart Scott and Craig Kilborn.  Terzo in Iowa calls in with a ridiculous bet proposal where he predicts the 49ers will go 13-4 this season.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In his ‘Overreaction Monday’ segment Rich says why this will be Tom Brady’s final NFL season, if Baker Mayfield will have more wins that the Browns this season, why Jimmy Garoppolo is not long for the 49ers, if the Vikings’ Justin Jefferson can surpass Davante as the NFL’s best WR and if Broncos RB Javonte Williams can be a top 5 fantasy running back this season. Rich and the guys react to Clayton Kershaw being named the National League’s All-Star Game starter, previews the Home Run Derby and says what the NBA Slam Dunk Contest can learn from MLB’s mid-summer classic, and run through TJ’s all-time favorite New York Mets players. TJ reveals his G.O.A.T. NBA players for the Los Angeles Lakers, Clippers, Phoenix Suns, Sacramento Kings and Golden State Warriors. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

49ers All-Pro LB Fred Warner tells Rich why he has confidence 2nd-year QB Trey Lance can step into the Niners’ starting role, why he has great expectations for San Francisco’s defense this season, and why he remains optimistic Deebo Samuel can iron out his beef with the team in time for the start of the season.  Rich weighs in on Deebo Samuel’s standoff with the 49ers and says why money will solve the issues the All-Pro WR has with the team, and breaks down the Carolina Panthers’ QB competition between Baker Mayfield and Sam Darnold and says why Mayfield would have been better off going to the Seattle Seahawks instead.  Rich offers up some commonsense advice for all the Pittsburgh Steelers fans freaking out over the renaming of Heinz Field to Acrisure Stadium. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich recaps Cameron Smith’s historic back-nine comeback to take the Open Championship away from Rory McIlroy.  ESPN Senior Writer Kevin Van Valkenburg tells Rich if Rory McIlroy played aggressive enough in the final round of the Open Championship, why he’s not surprised Aussie Cameron Smith captured his first major championship thanks to his phenomenal putting, and if we’ll see more big name golfers defecting to the LIV Tour, if a TV partner will emerge for the controversial golf tour, and how much money the Saudis are willing to pour into their upstart league over the next few years.  Yankees fan Rich trolls on Red Sox fan Brockman following the latest AL showdown between the two AL East rivals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Los Angeles Sparks guard Lexie Brown and guest host Ben Lyons discuss her move to L.A. this season, the sisterhood of the WNBA, Brittney Griner’s situation in Russia and more.  Actor Stephen Bishop joins Ben in-studio and reveals that he was actually close friends with former MLB slugger David Justice before portraying him in ‘Moneyball’ alongside Brad Pitt, how he became golf buddies with Hall of Fame running back Jim Brown, and the on-set advice The Rock gave him that changed his career.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hoops Nation founder Buster Scher and guest host Ben Lyons discuss the rapid rise in sports memorabilia and what people are willing to pay for unique collectible items and reveals that some of your collectibles junk might actually be worth a lot of money. Ben, Brockman and TJ list their ‘Top 10 NFL Teams’ as training camp approaches, and TJ lists his G.O.A.T. players in Boston Celtics, New York Knicks, Philadelphia 76ers, Brooklyn Nets and Toronto Raptors history.  Ben’s dad, acclaimed film critic Jeffrey Lyons, calls in to say whether or not ‘Die Hard’ is a Christmas movie or not. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Guest host Ben Lyons and the guys react to what was likely Tiger Woods’ final competitive round at St. Andrews and reflect on how he radically changed the course of golf history during his storied career. Brooklyn Nets studio analyst Frank Isola tells Ben why rumors of the Miami Heat’s interest in Kyrie Irving “is not the craziest thing,” says why the Knicks shouldn’t give up too much if they decide to trade for Jazz guard Donovan Mitchell, explains why Jalen Brunson will vastly improve the Knicks locker room culture, says why the Phoenix Suns were smart to match the record-setting offer sheet the Indiana Pacers presented to Deandre Ayton, and more. The guys bookend the hour reacting to Tiger Woods’ post-round comments about missing the cut at the Open Championship. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Giants host & reporter Madelyn Burke tells guest host Ben Lyons how New York is expecting big changes under new head coach Brian Daboll and big improvement out of 4th-year QB Daniel Jones, and why Saquon Barkley is out to prove that he’s still one of the NFL’s elite running backs.  Actor/producer/director Kevin Connolly joins Ben in-studio and reveals how he got his start in entertainment as a child, reveals why he turned down floor seats for what ended up being Kobe Bryant’s 81-point game for the Lakers, makes a bold prediction about his beloved Miami Dolphins, and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Stanford Women’s Basketball 2-time All-American Haley Jones and guest host Ben Lyons discuss her success with the Cardinal that has resulted in an NCAA championship and a Pac-12 Player of the Year Award and more.  ‘Men in Blazers’ co-host Michael Davies tells Ben why soccer superstar Ronaldo could end up in MLS, how English fans will react to the ban on beer in the upcoming World Cup, why he’s fully embraced the popularity of MiB, says how NBA games differ from English Premier League games, and says if Christian Pulisic is already the greatest American soccer player ever.  Ben, Brockman and TJ list their Top Ten NFL wide receivers, and react to Tom Brady’s noncommittal comments to Variety about his playing future. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Guest host Ben Lyons and the guys discuss the greatest sporting events they’ve attended in-person. NFL Network reporter Jane Slater and Ben discuss the big question marks around the Cowboys including Ezekiel Elliott’s health and if CeeDee Lamb can step up as the team’s #1 receiver, if Dak Prescott’s health could be a concern again after his shoulder woes early last season, and more. TJ reveals his G.O.A.T. players in Utah Jazz, Portland Trail Blazers, Denver Nuggets, Minnesota Timberwolves, Oklahoma City Thunder and Seattle SuperSonics history. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Rich Eisen Show's Chris Brockman, TJ Jefferson, and Adam Chudwin break down the latest from the NBA. 00:00-Happy birthday Harrison Ford 03:30- NBA off-season moves and contracts 10:00- Sixers off-season moves 13:45- Bulls off-season moves 19:00- Celtics off-season moves 24:45- Clippers off-season moves 33:45- TJ's NBA G.O.A.T.s list 41:30- Durant/Kyrie predictions 46:15- Summer League early takeaways Follow the guys here: Twitter-@chrisbrockman, @toojiggy, @achudwin Instagram-@brockshady, @tjjefferson, @achudwin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

New York Liberty G/F DiDi Richards and guest host Ben Lyons discuss the rise in popularity of the WNBA and more. Golf Digest’s Hally Leadbetter joins the show in-studio to discuss the Open Championship at St. Andrews, how LIV Golf will force the PGA Tour to change and adapt, says what Michelle Wie’s golf legacy will be once she retires, and reveals which celebrities can and can’t golf very well. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Guest host Ben Lyons, Brockman and TJ list their top ten running back heading into the 2022 NFL season.  No Laying Up co-founder Chris Solomon and Ben discuss the snowballing popularity of the NLU brand, previews the Open Championship’s return to St. Andrews, reacts to Tiger Woods’ critical comments about the LIV Golf Tour, and says how the game of golf can improve to be more appealing to younger fans.  TJ lists his NBA G.O.A.T.s for the Miami Heat, Orlando Magic, Atlanta Hawks, Charlotte Hornets and Washington Wizards. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Guest host Ben Lyons explains why 2-time MVP Nikola Jokic needs some help in Denver to make the Nuggets a championship team. Tennis Channel announcer Steve Weissman tells Ben why tennis is overdue for an influx of young energy from the likes of Wimbledon finalist Nick Kyrgios, says who’s his choice as the sport’s G.O.A.T. , and previews the next Grand Slam event on the calendar, the U.S. Open and whether Novak Djokovic will miss the event due to his covid-19 vaccination status. Brockman, TJ and Del Tufo recap the show’s trip to New York for the Sports Emmys, and Ben reveals he’s still reveling in Michigan finally ending their long losing streak to Ohio State in football. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Guest host Ben Lyons and the guys react to Baker Mayfield’s first press conference with the Carolina Panthers, then list their lists of Top 10 NFL Quarterbacks with Brockman throwing a VERY surprising name into the field.  Former Michigan Wolverine and NBA shooting guard Jimmy King tells Ben why he’s unhappy seeing the rise in basketball shorts after he and his Fab Five brethren pioneered long, baggy shorts in the 90’s, and reveals why he and his Fab Five teammates will be connected for life and why they’ve had success in life at more than just basketball.  Brockman reacts to the latest entries into the MLB All-Star Home Run Derby (Juan Soto, Pete Alonso and Kyle Schwarber) and debate if there should be a Skills Competition added to the ASG festivities. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Guest host Ben Lyons explains why he’s not that big a fan of the game of 2-time NBA MVP Nikola Jokic, and TJ reveals his G.O.A.T. players in franchise history for the San Antonio Spurs, Dallas Mavericks, Memphis Grizzlies, Houston Rockets, and New Orleans Pelicans.   Turner Sports/NBA TV host Ro Parrish tells Ben why he hated Isiah Thomas as a player but loves working with him on TV, predicts big things for Deion Sanders and Jackson State on the national level next season, reveals what it’s like to be BFF’s with Shaq, and says why he wants to see Kevin Durant on the Miami Heat and Carmelo Anthony back on the Knicks or Nuggets.  Brockman and Ben react to the Emmy nominations announcements and discuss if HBO’s controversial ‘Winning Time’ series deserved more than just one technical nomination. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Guest host Ben Lyons and the guys discuss the role of player-produced content in player movement in sports and debate the best landing spots for disgruntled Brooklyn Nets F Kevin Durant. Los Angeles Rams radio voice JB Long tells Ben how L.A. is handling sky-high expectations for next season and why Matthew Stafford could be even better in 2022, his reaction to a possible 5-on-5 flag football sport in the Olympics and more.  Ben and Brockman react to Tiger Woods’ criticism of the LIV Golf tour and debate if money is enough of a lure for young players to opt for the controversial Saudi-backed circuit over the PGA Tour. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

TJ lists his G.O.A.T. players for the Chicago Bulls, Detroit Pistons, Indiana Pacers, Milwaukee Bucks and  Cleveland Cavaliers. E! New host and podcaster Danielle Robay and guest host Ben recap the WNBA’s All-Star Weekend, the latest in the Brittney Griner situation and more. Ben and the guys debate of a Gronkowski brothers birthday party would be more fun than a Gronkowski brothers birthday party, if Babe Ruth would still be great in today’s MLB and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Guest host Ben Lyons and Brockman reflect on the passing of acclaimed actor James Caan and his incredible acting career filled with unforgettable roles. In ‘Overreaction Monday’ Ben says why he’s not expecting to see Deshaun Watson on the field for the Browns this season or ever, if Dak Prescott or Lamar Jackson will have a better 2022 season, if Russell Wilson can make the Broncos a top 5 offense in the NFL, if Kevin Durant will win another title before LeBron James or Kyrie Irving, if the Orlando Magic will regret passing on Chet Holmgren in the NBA Draft, and more.  MLB Network and ‘Cinephile’ podcast host Adnan Virk tells Ben why he thinks Roger Federer is still tennis’ G.O.A.T. despite Novak Djokovic’s latest Wimbledon title, why Shohei Ohtani is wasting his time with the Angels, and explains why he’s 100% NOT a fan of Tom Cruise and ‘Top Gun: Maverick.’ Ben and the guys discuss Russell Wilson leaving the Seahawks for the Broncos and what kind of an impact he can have on Denver’s locker room. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Guest host Ben Lyons makes a bold prediction about the Los Angeles Rams going back-to-back as Super Bowl champions. Rapper Asher Roth tells Ben why he’s confident his beloved 49ers will thrive with Trey Lance replacing Jimmy Garoppolo as the Niners’ starting quarterback, says why he prefers sitting with regular fans in the nosebleed seats instead of posh luxury booths when he goes to games, and explains why he’s holding out hope that James Harden can return to form next season for the Philadelphia 76ers. Ben and the guys break down the top ten highest paid athletes in North America and debate if Aaron Rodgers, Steph Curry, Nikola Jokic, Jimmy Butler and others are worth the money. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dan Schwartzman fills in for Rich Eisen. NHL Draft. It’s just not the same spectacle as the NFL or NBA drafts. Gabe Lacques USA Today MLB reporter. Wimbledon final. Djokovic vs Kyrgios. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dan Schwartzman fills in for Rich Eisen. NFL names its fifty four HOF finalists. Counting down to the first game in the NFL means the end of summer. Andrew Brandt Sports Illustrated. Wimbledon talk. Nadal is a genuine pro. NFL talk. Do the Seahawks need to trade for a QB? The Jimmy Garappolo situation. Baker Mayfield’s relationship with the Browns. Did he burn that bridge? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dan Schwartzman fills in for Rich Eisen. College Football and the realigning of the conferences. Ben Troupe ESPN Radio Host. College Football conference realignments. MLB All Star pitchers. Who makes it? Pujols and Cabrera named to the MLB All Star Game but why? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dan Schwartzman fills in for Rich Eisen. James Caan passes away. Brittney Griner pleads guilty of drug charges in Russia. Political pawn. Brian Mahoney, NBA Writer of the AP. NBA Talk. Summer league. Kevin Durant watch. Nadal out of Wimbledon with an injury. Wimbledon talk. Not enough Americans are represented. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dan Schwartzman fills in for Rich Eisen. NFL Talk. Where does Jimmy Garappolo go? Howard Balzer of Sirius XM NFL Radio. Talking NFL. Jimmy Garappolo. Eli Manning HOF debate. Eli Manning HOF debate cont’d. Will Dak Prescott take the Cowboys to the playoffs? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dan Schwartzman fills in for Rich Eisen. Baker Mayfield trade. Carolina got the better of the deal. Meredith Marakovits of Yes Network. Covers the Yankees. Meredith cont’d and talks of Aaron Judge and Shohei Ohtani Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian Webber in for Rich Eisen. Baker Mayfield trade, terms of the deal. Which QB will the Browns bring in if Deshaun Watson is suspended. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian Webber in for Rich Eisen. MLB Talk---What If Aaron Judge Hits 65 Homers And No One Cares? Will The Browns Change Their Minds About Baker Mayfield? Report: "Mystery Team" Has Joined Trade Talks. NBA Guest Eric Pincus   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian Webber in for Rich Eisen. NBA Free Agency & Trade Talk: Could Durant Stay In Brooklyn? Is It A Done Deal Kyrie Will Land In LA? Tiger Woods Played His 1st Round Since PGA Championship Yesterday In Ireland--Could his image rehab be a blueprint for the LIV Tour defectors? Guest - Pete Fiutak Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dan Schwartzman in for Rich Eisen. Tennis – Wimbledon talk, college football – USC and UCLA going to the Big Ten. Joe Person, The Athletic NFL Carolina Panthers reporter. NFL talk – rating the quarterbacks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dan Schwartzman in for Rich Eisen. MLB Talk. Bill Shaikin Los Angeles Times National Baseball Reporter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dan Schwartzman in for Rich Eisen. Sports contracts skyrocketing. NBA is the most lucrative. Howard Beck Senior Writer Sports Illustrated NBA talk. NBA talk – Kevin Durant to Miami. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian Webber fills in for Rich. NBA Free Agency & Trade Talk George Steinbrenner & Al Davis Were Born on July 4th. Does Modern Sports Need More Villains Like Nick Krygios At Wimbledon? Coney Island Hot Dog Eating Contest: We Examine The Competitive Eating Circuit! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian Webber fills in for Rich. If Durant Goes To Phoenix or Miami, Aren't the Warriors Still The Team To Beat? USFL Title Game Yesterday. What's a Fair Assessment Of Year One With Empty Stands Other Than Last Night? Robert Lusetich - PGA Writer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian Webber fills in for Rich. NBA Free Agency & Trade Talk: Where Will Durant Land--Kyrie To Lakers For Westbrook? USC & UCLA To Big Ten. What's The Next Domino That's Going To Fall IN CFB? Keith Law - MLB Writer from The Athletic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Michigan alum Rich weighs in on UCLA and USC going to the Big 10 and warns those team’s fan bases to get ready for Big 10 fanbases coming to L.A. to watch their teams play in the Rose Bowl and Coliseum.  In his ‘What’s More Likely’ segment, Rich says if Joe Burrow or Aaron Rodgers is more likely to reach the Super Bowl, if the 49ers or Broncos will make the playoffs, if Trevor Lawrence or Zach Wilson will make the bigger 2nd-year leap, if Matt Corral or Malik Willis makes a start next season for the Carolina Panthers or Tennessee Titans, if the Jaguars or Lions are more likely to have a top-2 pick again next year, and if the 9-win Eagles, Saints, Chargers or Colts will make the leap to double-digit wins next season.  TJ lists his top 5 mulligans for his recent ‘NFL Team GOATs’ list, and Rich reacts to the Big Ten reaching out to Notre Dame to join the conference along with UCLA and USC. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich weighs in on Kevin Durant asking the Nets for a trade and wonders if Brooklyn GM Sean Marks could have done anything to keep KD in the fold.  Rich responds to the question posed by Green Back Packers running back Aaron Jones: is cereal soup? WWE Hall of Famer Goldberg and Rich discuss his new ‘A&E Biography: WWE Legends’ episode, reveals how the son of an OBGYN doctor and a concert violinist became one of the greatest professional wrestlers of all time, says how former Rams teammate Kevin Green and his former Atlanta Falcons teammates stayed an important part of his life after he left the NFL, and much more.  Rich shares some behind-the-scenes stories from his days at ESPN, and the guys react to Fan Duel possibly stealing TJ’s ‘G.O.A.T. Player for Every NFL Team’ idea. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich recaps the stunning back-to-back turn of events yesterday that say UCLA and USC jumping to from the Pac-12 to the Big 10 followed by Kevin Durant asking the Brooklyn Nets. College Football Insider Bruce Feldman of Fox Sports and the Athletic tells Rich how UCLA and USC bolting to the Big 10 came about, what happens next to the Pac-12’s top remaining schools like Oregon in the wake of the Bruins’ and Trojans’ defections, how conference realignment could impact the College Football Playoff, and how Steve Sarkisian was able to lure prized 5-star QB recruit Arch Manning to the Texas Longhorns.  Rich list his top 5 moments from the week in sports, and ponders the possibility of relegation for lesser football programs in a new college football super conference. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich reacts to reports that USC and UCLA are close to leaving the Pac-12 for the Big Ten and says this could be the first steps toward the creation of a College Football Superleague that breaks away from the NCAA. Actor Paul Walter Hauser joins Rich in-studio to discuss his new Apple TV+ series ‘Black Bird,’ Netflix’s ‘Cobra Kai,’ doing a comedy spoof with Aaron Rodgers, heckling James Van Der Beek from the stands at a celebrity flag football game, his upcoming hip-hop album and much more. Rich reacts to the breaking news that Kevin Durant has asked the Brooklyn Nets for a trade and discusses which teams are best situated to land the former NBA MVP. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich lists the top 5 NFL teams that people are sleeping on including the Pittsburgh Steelers, New Orleans Saints, Las Vegas Raiders, Cincinnati Bengals and Philadelphia Eagles. In an impromptu version of ‘What’s More Likely’ Rich and the guys debate if Joe Burrow is more likely to win multiple Super Bowls a la Tom Brady or never return to the Super Bowl a la Dan Marino. ESPN NFL Analyst Robert Griffin III tells Rich why he’s predicting a breakout season from Dolphins QB Tua Tagovailoa, why he’s betting Rob Gronkowski comes out of retirement again, says how Baker Mayfield should respond if offered an olive branch from the Cleveland Browns, and explains why the Ravens are his sleeper team to win the Super Bowl next season.  Rich reacts to the breaking news that USC and UCLA are on the verge of bolting the Pac-12 for the Big Ten.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich reacts to James Harden opting out of his 1-year deal with the 76ers with the intent to re-sign with the Sixers to give them more cap space flexibility.  Rich and the guys marvel at the Minnesota Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards throwing around football as well as any top quarterback in the NFL.  The Athletic Senior NBA Writer Sam Amick tells Rich why the Spurs trading PG Dejounte Murray to the Atlanta Hawks means San Antonio has chosen to rebuild rather than compete, what James Harden opting out means for the Sixers ability to add more pieces and if one of them could be Bradley Beal, says what the Trail Blazers must do to get Damian Lillard to sign an extension to stay in Portland, explains why Deandre Ayton is one of the more intriguing players on the free agent market, discusses if the Miami Heat’s Pat Riley has some big plans cooking to add another star, and why the Lakers could be in for “another long, tough year.”  Rich gloats over yet another win by his New York Yankees which touches off a debate on which is the best division in MLB: the American League East or the National League West? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Rich Eisen Show's Chris Brockman, TJ Jefferson, and Adam Chudwin break down the latest from the NBA. 00:00- Offseason storylines.. Kyrie/Westbrook beef with media 22:30- Can the Warriors go on another title binge? 28:00- Clippers adding John Wall 34:30- Adam's Bulls free agency wishlist/ PJ Tucker to Sixers rumors Follow the guys here: Twitter-@chrisbrockman, @toojiggy, @achudwin Instagram-@brockshady, @tjjefferson, @achudwin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Acclaimed film director and writer Ron Shelton joins Rich in-studio to discuss his new book ‘The Church of Baseball’ about the making of his baseball classic ‘Bull Durham’ including the story of how he nearly lost out on landing Kevin Costner as the lead role of Crash Davis, how Susan Sarandon landed the role of Annie alongside Tim Robbins’ Nuke LaLoosh, says why Coster is so believable and relatable in his sports movies, reveals how he mined his own professional baseball career for some of Bull Durham’s story lines, and takes a look into the future and tells Rich what became of some of his more memorable characters including Crash and Nuke, Happy and Coach Pete from ‘Blue Chips,’ Billy Hoyle and Gloria from ‘White Men Can’t Jump,’ and Roy McAvoy and David Simms from ‘Tin Cup.’ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Carolina Panthers WR DJ Moore tells Rich how he’s improved over his 4-year NFL career and how Panthers legend Steve Smith has mentored him over the years, weighs in on Sam Darnold’s improvement, Christian McCaffrey’s health and Carolina’s goals for the 2022 season. Rich reflects on yet another Angels’ loss and laments that two of baseball’s best players, Shohei Ohtani and Mike Trout, are toiling away on a mediocre team.  Golfer Mark Hubbard tells Rich what life is like for player on the fringe of the PGA Tour, weighs in on golfers defecting to the LIV Golf series with a possible way to epically troll 2-time US Open champion Brooks Koepka, and reacts to his beloved Broncos adding Russell Wilson and the Avalanche winning the Stanley Cup. Rich regales in Aaron Judge’s latest longball exploits and makes a bet with Brockman on where the soon-to-be free agent will be playing next season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich weighs in on the curious case of Dodgers 1B Freddie Freeman who fired his agents amid reports that he actually wanted to remain with the Atlanta Braves instead of bolting for Los Angeles.  ESPN MLB Insider Jeff Passan tells Rich why Freeman fired his agents after they failed to ink a deal last offseason to keep him in Atlanta, and if the ugly dust up between the Angels and Mariners could lead to a rule change to more harshly punish players and coaches who brawl during games which leads Rich to double down on his proposal to automatically suspend any baseball players and coaches who leave the bullpen to join in fight.  Rich updates the latest from Deshaun Watson’s disciplinary hearing and explains why the NFLPA is misguided in asking for no suspension at all to point out the hypocrisy of lenient punishments for team owners. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich and the guys react to the bevy of suspensions handed down for the brawl between the Angels and Mariners including an interpreter getting disciplined for his role in the melee. TJ reveals his G.O.A.T. players in franchise history for the Dallas Cowboys, New York Giants, Philadelphia Eagles and Washington franchise.  Rich and the guys react to Freddie Freeman firing his agent and wonder if the former NL MVP regrets leaving the Atlanta Braves for the Los Angeles Dodgers.  Jomboy and Rich breakdown the details of what happened during that wild Angels-Mariners brawl and says what concerns he has for his red-hot Yankees. Rich wraps up the hour recapping the storied career of Mel Brooks on the comic legend’s 96th birthday, and reacts to the contract extension signed by Washington Commanders WR Terry McLaurin. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

 Rich lets Red Sox fan Chris Brockman know that the Yankees remain red-hot with a humble and understated reminder.  Rich reacts to Baker Mayfield’s comments about mending fences with the Browns and debates if he’d be better off sitting out the season than playing for the Browns. The MMQB’s Albert Breer and Rich discuss Deshaun Watson’s hearing on a possible suspension for the Cleveland Browns quarterback and the timeline for a decision by the arbitrator on that his punishment, if Baker Mayfield would be better off on the Seattle Seahawks, Carolina Panthers or sticking with the Browns next season, and exchange some good-natured ribbing about Ohio State recently trademarking “The.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich weighs in on Baker Mayfield’s latest comments on his situation in Cleveland and wonders if there’s a sliver of hope he and the Browns can mend fences with the possibility of a lengthy Deshaun Watson suspension looming.  ESPN NBA Insider Brian Windhorst and Rich discuss Kyrie Irving’s long-term future in Brooklyn after he opted-in on his Nets contract for next season, says why the enigmatic guard had limited interest on the sign-and-trade market, if Kevin Durant could force a trade from the Nets and if the team would give in to such a demand, discuss the Lakers’ options with Russell Westbrook, which two teams would be at the front of the line for a possible KD trade, and what the Knicks have up their sleeve after all that draft night maneuvering.  Rich comments on the state of affairs between star players and NBA teams and wonders if the latter should start being tougher with trade demands from players still under contract by simply saying “no.” Rich and Brockman turn up the heat on their upcoming pickleball showdown with a caller suggesting intriguing playing partners for both. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

TJ lists his G.O.A.T. players in franchise history for the Cleveland Browns, Baltimore Ravens, Cincinnati Bengals and Pittsburgh Steelers.  Actor Adam Scott joins Rich in-studio to discuss his acclaimed new Apple TV+ series ‘Severance,’ says what it’s like working with acting legend Christopher Walken, and plays a round of ‘Celebrity True or False’ where he reveals how much of ‘Step Brothers’ was improvised, how much of Dead Head he is, what happened that time he was mistaken for Masters champion golfer Adam Scott and more. Rich and the guys debate which sports memories they’d like to erase from their minds, and weigh in on the sky-high expectations for 5-star Texas Longhorns QB commit, Arch Manning who’s the nephew of Peyton and Eli Manning and the grandson of Archie Manning. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ravens safety Kyle Hamilton tells Rich what his experience as a rookie has been like so far and why he’s been told explicitly “do not touch” Lamar Jackson during practices, reveals what his NFL Draft night experience was like, what advice he got from Ravens Hall of Fame safety Ed Reed, and agrees to team up with Brockman in a doubles game of pickleball vs Rich. Rich and the guys react to the Miami Heat drafting Nikola Jovic and have some fun rearranging the names of some other prominent athletes a la ‘Mike Trot’. In his ‘Overreaction Monday’ segment Rich says if JJ Watt can bounce back with double-digit sacks next season, if Saquon Barkley and the Giants can win 10 games under new head coach Brian Daboll, if Travis Kelce can lead the NFL in receiving touchdowns, if we’ll see Jimmy Garoppolo or Baker Mayfield in the playoffs next season, why he’s leaning Bills to win the Super Bowl, and if there are unreal expectations being placed on future Texas Longhorns QB Arch Manning.  Rich updates the latest on Taylor Lewan and Will Compton’s bid to lure him onto their ‘Bussin’ with the Boys’ podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich breaks down the latest in the Kyrie Irving/Nets situation and explains how that could directly impact Kevin Durant’s future in Brooklyn.  YES Network/ESPN New York announcer Michael Kay tells Rich why Kyrie Irving has limited leverage in his dealings with the Brooklyn Nets and why the Knicks have zero interest in the talented-but-controversial guard, why the Knicks made those puzzling draft night trades, if the recent Yankees-Astros series was a preview of this year’s ALCS, why Aaron Judge wants to stay in New York but why the Yanks won’t overpay for the slugging outfielder, and explains why the Mets have the best manager in baseball in Buck Showalter.  Rich reacts to the huge brawl between the Angels and Mariners and says that baseball needs to punish players who join the fray from the bullpen the way the NBA suspends players who come off the bench area during basketball dust ups. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dan Schwartzman is in for Rich. Let’s talk some NFL Football, the Stanley Cup Final and Yankees Slugger Aaron Judge gets a new deal. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dan Schwartzman is in for Rich. Hour 2 features a great discussion on the LIV golf tour and the impact on the PGA now and in the future Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Fill in host Dan Schwartzman recaps a wild NBA draft in this hour Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich and the guys react to Arch Manning, nephew of Peyton and Eli, committing to Texas and say what landing the highly-touted QB means for the future of the Longhorns’ program. Buccaneers running back Leonard Fournette tells Rich how much Tom Brady unretiring factored into his decision to return to Tampa Bay instead of signing with the New England Patriots, says he and Brady will definitely be lobbying Rob Gronkowski to unretire at some point next season, and says he would have made $10 Million during his days at LSU if NIL deals were in place back then. Rich and the guys revisit Fournette’s stellar college career and wonder how things might have gone differently for him is he’d made one or two different decisions.  TJ shares the story of a grandma in Pittsburgh who unwittingly schooled some Steelers in a game of pickleball In his ‘What’s More Likely’ segment Rich weighs in on Tom Brady, Gronk, Christian McCaffrey vs Jonathan Taylor, Baker Mayfield, the Giants vs Jets and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brockman voices his annoyance at TJ for calling him on the phone too much and Rich calls out the guys for all wearing a blingy goat necklace that was purchased online, late at night, with alcohol involved.  2-time World Series Champion David Wells tells Rich how this year’s Yankees team compares to the 1998 squad that won 114 games, reveals that he threw his perfect game on 2 hours of sleep after staying up all night partying with Jimmy Fallon and the ‘Saturday Night Live’ cast, says why Shohei Ohtani’s 2-way exploits are great for baseball, and says why playing a round of golf with him is a lot of fun but also comes with its fair share of perils.  TJ lists his all-time NFC West G.O.A.T.s for the Los Angeles Rams, San Francisco 49ers, Arizona Cardinals and Seattle Seahawks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich weighs in on the controversial overtime goal that gave the Colorado Avalanche a commanding 3-1 series lead over the 2-time defending champion Tampa Bay Lightning in the Stanley Cup Final.  Rich reacts to PGA Tour Commissioner Jay Monahan’s latest comments about competing with the upstart Saudi-backed LIV Tour, and wonders if Phil Mickelson has blown his chance at a successful post-playing career as a TV broadcaster. NBC Sports’ Jason Garrett tells Rich what it’s like going from the coaching sideline to the broadcast chair, offers up his advice for current Dallas Cowboys Head Coach Mike McCarthy and says what it’s like to work for Jerry Jones who he says is unfairly portrayed as a meddling owner.  Rich recounts the top moments from the week in sports and marvels at the Ruthian exploits of Angels slugger/ace Shohei Ohtani. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Rich Eisen Show's Chris Brockman, TJ Jefferson, and Adam Chudwin break down the latest from the NBA. 00:00- NBA Finals epilogue 18:30- Way-Too-Early Top 5 Power Rankings 24:15- Young superstars/tons of talent 27:30- Kyrie & Nets impasse/ what KD must be thinking 37:00- Clyde Drexler/ Michael Jordan career earnings guessing game 41:40- Durant vs. social media trolls 47:30- 'Hustle' review Follow the guys here: Twitter-@chrisbrockman, @toojiggy, @achudwin Instagram-@brockshady, @tjjefferson, @achudwin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

TJ reveals his list of the franchise Greatest of All-Time players for the Baltimore/Indianapolis Colts, Jacksonville Jaguars, Houston Texans, Tennessee Titans and Houston Oilers. Actor Michael Mando joins Rich in-studio to discuss his memorable role as Nacho Varga on ‘Better Call Saul,’ reveals how he drew on his real-life experiences for the show’s more emotional moments, discusses (as much as he’s allowed to) how the series could wrap up, and picks his favorite alternate life outcome for Nacho if he’d going to see the vacuum repairman instead.   Michigan alum Rich reacts to Ohio State trademarking the word “The.” Not a joke. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Eagles All-Pro OT Lane Johnson and Rich discuss his Offensive Linemen Masterminds Summit where the league’s best linemen gather with Hall of Famers for a sharing of knowledge, his reaction to the AJ Brown trade and the team’s 2022 NFL Draft haul, and Jalen Hurts’ chance to cement himself as the Eagles’ long-term solution at the QB position.  Sports Illustrated Senior Writer Chris Mannix tells Rich how he sees the top of the NBA Draft shaking out, why the 76ers and Miami Heat could be big movers and shakers this NBA offseason, why the Nets need to keep Kyrie Irving to keep Kevin Durant happy, what Russell Westbrook MUST do to remain a viable option for the Lakers next season, why the Celtics will be title contenders for years to come, and why the Golden State Warriors have a good shot to repeat as champions.  Rich and the guys field calls from viewers weighing in on their choice for Best Fictional Sporting Event on the 38th anniversary of ‘The Karate Kid’ premiere. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich reacts to the latest in the PGA Tour vs LIV Golf battle where the R&A who run the Open Championship saying they won’t ban golfers who have joined the upstart golf tour.  ESPN Analyst Jay Bilas and Rich break down the top prospects in this week’s NBA Draft including Gonzaga’s Chet Holmgren and Auburn’s Jabari Smith, says if there’s the next Luka Doncic or Nikola Jokic in this year’s draft, and reacts to retired Duke coach Mike Krzyzewski saying he won’t be attending Blue Devil games next season and explains why Coach K would torch Rich in a game of pickleball.  Rich and the guys celebrate the 38th anniversary of ‘The Karate Kid’ by debating which fictional sporting event we’d like to have attended most. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

TJ lists the franchise G.O.A.T. players for the New Orleans Saints, Atlanta Falcons, Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Carolina Panthers which leads to a heated debate about Deion Sanders’ place on the list. Actor/Comedian/Host Rob Corddry joins Rich in-studio to promote the new season of MotorTrend’s ‘Top Gear America’ revealing how much fun he’s having driving Lamborghinis and electric Porsches, says what it’s like to drive 200 miles per hour in an actual Evel Knievel jumpsuit, explains how he actually got worse at golf after taking lessons and more. Rich and the guys react to Rob Gronkowski retiring (again) and wonder if there’s any chance Tom Brady can talk him out of it (again).  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer’s Senior Writer & Host Kevin Clark and Rich discuss the ramifications of Brooks Koepka’s defection from the PGA Tour to the LIV Golf series, if the upstart golf tour can land a TV deal amid the controversy of its Saudi financial backing, predicts that Jaguars QB Trevor Lawrence will have a breakout season after the departure of Urban Meyer, and says if new head coach Brian Daboll can turn around a moribund New York Giants franchise.  Pro Football Talk’s Mike Florio tells Rich why Deshaun Watson settling 20 of the 24 civil trials against him is “long overdue” and how Watson’s legal team bungled things from the get-go, if there’s a chance the remaining 4 lawsuits result in a protracted trial, and how the settlements could impact a likely NFL suspension, and why Baltimore Ravens QB Lamar Jackson “desperately” needs an agent to negotiate what could turn out to be the most lucrative contract in NFL history.  Rich commentS on the Deshaun Watson situation, reacting to a Browns fan caller who says he’s disappointed in his team for trading for the embattled QB. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich reacts to the breaking news that all but 4 civil lawsuits against Deshaun Watson have been settled and says what this means for a likely suspension for the Cleveland Browns quarterback. Rich weighs in on the latest PGA Tour defection with 2-time U.S. Open champion Brooks Koepka joining the LIV Golf series and laments that the upstart Saudi-backed tour is “destroying the game of golf.” NFL Network Analyst Daniel Jeremiah tells Rich why he’s expecting a big leap by the young but talented New York Jets, which NFL rookies will shine the most next season, why the Bengals’ Super Bowl run was no fluke, if this is Tua Tagovailoa’s year to fully blossom with the Dolphins, and weighs in on if Baker Mayfield is truly done with the Browns, how much pressure (if any) is on Aaron Rodgers, if the Dallas Cowboys will be better or worse next season, if the 49ers have passed the torch from Jimmy Garoppolo to Trey Lance, and if the Raiders can top the Chiefs, Chargers and Broncos to win the AFC West.  Rich comments on the Yankees’ and Aaron Judges’ arbitration hearing and says why his Pinstripes are “out of their mind” by squeezing the slugger for $4 Million this year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices