The Rich Eisen Show

MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred and Rich discuss the crazy end to Game 4 of the World Series, which of the 2020 rules changes will be coming back in 2021, if he would be willing to void the Mookie Betts trade for Chris Brockman (2:59). Rich and the guys recap that wild end to the Dodgers-Rays game 4 and how it compares to other amazing endings to World Series games and Super Bowls, (15:05) and marvel at the numerous jaw-dropping moments in the Cardinals’ overtime win over the Seahawks (28:17). In his Overreaction Monday segment, Rich weighs in on Tom Brady and Bill Belichick’s divergent success this season, if the Patriots should trade Cam Newton to the Cowboys, how long Mike McCarthy will last in Dallas, if all 4 NFC West teams could make the playoffs, and if Bills fans should be worried about Josh Allen’s play of late (42:18).   Thank you to today's sponsor: Geico = In just 15 minutes you could save you 15% or more on car insurance. Visit Geico.com  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/ad

Rich kicks off the week remarking on a remarkable sports weekend, and weighs in on the Buccaneers signing of controversial wideout Antonio Brown to join Tom Brady, and an in-depth recap of the Cardinals thrilling overtime win over the Seahawks (1:33). NBC Sports’ Peter King and Rich discuss which team’s offensive weapons he likes most, the Steelers Super Bowl chances, why the Niners are hitting their stride on offense despite a number of injuries, if the Patriots can salvage their season after a 2-4 start, (23:00). Cardinals CB Patrick Peterson joins the show to discuss Arizona’s huge overtime win over the NFC West front-running Seahawks and how Kyler Murray compares (favorably) to Russell Wilson, how Kliff Kingsbury has turned the franchise around, and his hilarious reaction to DK Metcalf dashing Budda Baker’s pick-six dreams on Sunday Night Football (42:11).   Thank you to today's sponsor: Geico = In just 15 minutes you could save you 15% or more on car insurance. Visit Geico.com     Learn more about your a

Rich recaps his greatest fear and why he can relate do Daniel Jones embarrassing trip on Thursday Night Football (2:15). Brockman runs through the latest news from the world of sports including the latest NFL injury updates, and an update on the health of Washington Football Team head coach Ron Rivera, and a debate on if when the NBA should let fans back into arenas (10:47). The Athletic’s Bruce Feldman and Rich discuss the return of Big Ten football, Nick Saban’s covid-19 scare, Ed Orgeron’s coaching journey in college football, and if Michigan’s schedule is toughest in their conference (22:03. The guys run through the best view submissions for the name of Mike Del Tufo’s new boat along with their High-Register Tepid Takes, Chris Brockman’s Sneaky Good Games, and Rich’s Unlockiest Lock of the Week (41:07).   Thank you to today's sponsor: Microsoft Teams = Now there are more ways to be a Team. Learn more at Microsoft.com/teams    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich kicks off the hour with an in-depth look at Daniel Jones’ 90-yard TD-Run-Turned-Embarrasing-Stumble and how it compares to running a 40-yard dash at the NFL Combine each year (3:07). Manny from El Paso calls in to ask for marriage advice on the eve of his wedding (18:50). Rich offers up his top three Under the Radar games for NFL Week 7, and a preview of Bill Belichick and the Patriots vs the resurgent 49ers (26:10). Rich explains why he has a bone to pick with Tim Tebow when it comes to Michigan vs Minnesota on Saturday (40:00).   Thank you to today's sponsors: Geico = In just 15 minutes you could save you 15% or more on car insurance. Visit Geico.com Old Spice = A new line of products for down below. Visit Walmart.com/oldspicebelowdeck    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich kicks off the hour recapping the Eagles comeback win over the Giants on Thursday night in a pivotal NFC East showdown (2:05). NFL Network’s Kurt Warner and Rich discuss how Tua Tagovailoa replacing Ryan Fitzpatrick compares to when Eli Manning replaced him as the Giants starting QB, what Ryan Fitzpatrick’s role in the locker room should be now that he’s Tua’s backup, offers up some valuable on-field advice for Tua, how Daniel Jones’ epic 80-yard run and stumble compares to his most embarrassing moment, and how much he’s looking forward to his son Kade starting at WR for Nebraska vs Ohio State this Saturday (22:09).   Thank you to today's sponsors: Geico = In just 15 minutes you could save you 15% or more on car insurance. Visit Geico.com Old Spice = A new line of products for down below. Visit Walmart.com/oldspicebelowdeck  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sports Illustrated’s Pat Forde and Rich discuss a “potential mushroom cloud” situation surrounding LSU, Odell Beckham Jr, and others, if the Big Ten’s late return will impact the conference’s chances to make the College Football Playoff, if Jim Harbaugh has finally solved Michigan’s QB issues in Joe Milton, when we could see a return of Florida Gators football in the wake of their covid-19 outbreak, which teams have the best chance to unseat Ohio State in the Big Ten, if Trevor Lawrence could return to Clemson for his senior season, and weighs in on Tua Tagovailoa’s ascension to Dolphins starter, and his predictions on which teams make the College Football Playoff (2:02). Michigan alum Rich takes exception to his perceived inequities in the Big Ten’s scheduling that appear to favor Ohio State and Wisconsin, (24:41). Brockman breaks down the latest news and notes in the NFL which somehow leads to a discussion about naming Mike Del Tufo’s new boat (30:27). The hour wraps up with news from the Packers on the cor

Rich and the guys open the hour discussing the Browns team identity of lack thereof, and debate which team is the AFC’s best (3:18). Former Super Bowl-winning QB Trent Dilfer and Rich discuss the Dolphins naming Tua Tagovailoa their starting QB and what makes him so special as a person and passer, offers a no-holds-barred assessment of Baker Mayfield and his “limitations,” if there’s any hope for Sam Darnold with the Jets, why Trevor Lawrence should consult with Archie Manning prior to the NFL Draft, why Carson Wentz has struggled in his development, and how Ryan Tannehill resurrected his career with the Titans (26:34). Rich wraps up the hour reflecting back on his visit in January with Tua Tagovailoa at the Super Bowl the showing how he endears himself to coaches and teammates (47:53).   Thank you to today's sponsors: Amazon Prime = Watch Thursday Night Football Live on Prime Video. Visit https://www.amazon.com/amazonprime Old Spice = A new line of products for down below. Visit Walmart.com/oldspicebelowdeck

Rich kicks off the hour breaking down the Ravens big moves in trading for DL Yanick Ngakoue and signing Dez Bryant to their practice squad (t1:08). The MMQB’s Albert Breer and Rich discuss the Ravens big moves today, if we’ll see the return of Antonio Brown to the NFL (possible with the Seahawks?), why the Dolphins chose now to switch to Tua Tagovailoa, which teams will be sellers at the NFL trade deadline including the Cowboys and Patriots, why Adam Gase remains head coach of the 0-6 Jets, and the return of Big Ten football (21:28). Rich wraps up the hour explaining how setting your fantasy football lineup is like boarding an airplane (45:31).   Thank you to today's sponsor: Microsoft Teams = Now there are more ways to be a Team. Learn more at Microsoft.com/teams    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce and Rich talk Patrick Mahomes, Le’Veon Bell joining the team and how he’ll share duties in the backfield with rookie Clyde Edwards-Helaire, why he loves blocking as much as catching passes, how Tua Tagovailoa taking over for Ryan Fitzpatrick compares to Mahomes taking over for Alex Smith, why playing in Denver always presents an extra challenge, and which NFL TE will have bragging rights after Week 7 (2:26). Actor/Comedian Patton Oswalt and Rich discuss the perils of parental parking duty at their kids’ pre-school, how he’s spent his time during the covid quarantine, and his new virtual comedy special that will air live from his kitchen (20:03). Rich and the guys wrap up the hour with the latest from the NFL including reaction to the Cowboys’ locker room sniping, Le’Veon Bell’s arrival in Kansas City, and their reaction to Ryan Fitzpatrick’s emotional response to being benched for Tua Tagovailoa (36:41).   Thank you to today's sponsors: Amazon Prime = Watch Thursday Night Footbal

Rich kicks off the hour rebutting all those critics (and there are many) who say Clemson QB Trevor Lawrence should avoid the Jets at all costs (3:46). Rich and the guys discuss which Tom Cruise movie from the 80’s is his best, and what happened when Rich’s kids watched The Karate Kid for the first time (14:38). Good Morning Football’s Kyle Brandt and Rich break down some oddities in The Karate Kid, the Dolphins naming Tua Tagovailoa their starting QB, how to fix the 2-4 Cowboys, the top storylines heading into NFL Week 7, and which is the best 80’s Tom Cruise movie (23:16).    Thank you to today's sponsor: Microsoft Teams = Now there are more ways to be a Team. Learn more at Microsoft.com/teams     Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich and Brockman recap Mookie Betts’ big night and the Dodgers impressive Game 1 World Series win over the Tampa Bay Rays (1:12). Rich reacts to the news that the Dolphins have officially named Tua Tagovailoa their starting quarterback (11:56). Hall of Fame receiver Cris Carter and Rich discuss why the Vikings have stumbled out of the gate with a 1-4 start, how much Kirk Cousins is to blame, why rookie WR Justin Jefferson reminds him of Isaac Bruce, why the Dolphins made the right move making Tua Tagovailoa their starting QB, and what it was like visiting the George Floyd memorial with his daughter (22:00). Rich wraps up the hour with a great story involving Marshall Faulk, Mean Joe Greene, and some ill-timed trash talking (43:10).    Thank you to today's sponsors: Geico = In just 15 minutes you could save you 15% or more on car insurance. Visit Geico.com  Old Spice = A new line of products for down below. Visit Walmart.com/oldspicebelowdeck  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adc

The guys have more reaction to Tua Tagovailoa being named the Dolphins starter, and Le’veon Bells possible negative impact on the Chiefs team chemistry (2:17). Brockman runs through the latest news and notes from the world of sports including anonymous quotes from Cowboys players ripping Mike McCarthy’s coaching staff, assorted NFL injuries and trade rumors (6:15). Actor/comedian Joel McHale and Rich talk the new season of ABC’s ‘Card Sharks’ and their love of classic 1970’s episodes of ‘Match Game,’ along with a deep dive on his beloved Seattle Seahawks, and a frank discussion about ‘The Masked Singer’ and when it would be appropriate (if ever) to introduce Rich’s kids to a naked Ken Jeong in ‘The Hangover’ (21:03). NFL Network reporter Jane Slater wraps up the hour expanding on her report of developing turmoil between Cowboys players and coaches in the wake of their 2-4 start (39:12). Thank you to today's sponsor: Microsoft Teams = Now there are more ways to be a Team. Learn more at Microsoft.com/teams  Lea

NBC Sports analyst and Hall of Fame coach Tony Dungy and Rich discuss the Dolphins naming Tua Tagovailoa their starting QB, how the Cowboys can bounce back after their “unacceptable” blowout loss to the Cardinals, if Tom Brady and the Buccaneers have solved their issues, and if the 5-1 Bears are for real (2:01). In his weekly ‘4 Downs’ segment, Rich weighs in on the NFL’s hottest topics including the Dolphins chances to win the AFC East, if the Pats are as bad as they looked against the Broncos, why the Packers will be just fine after getting trounced by the Bucs, and if the 1-5 Falcons could actually make the playoffs (30:55). Rich wraps up the hour explaining, in no uncertain terms, why Ezekiel Elliott needs to step up for the Cowboys in the wake of Dak Prescott’s season-ending injury (48:28).   Thank you to today's sponsors: Amazon Prime = Watch Thursday Night Football Live on Prime Video. Visit https://www.amazon.com/amazonprime Old Spice = A new line of products for down below. Visit Walmart.com/oldspice

Rich kicks off the hour breaking down the Cowboys embarrassing loss to the Cardinals on Monday Night Football (3:10). Rich also weighs in on the Miami Dolphins naming Tua Tagovailoa their starting QB despite a decent record and solid play from incumbent starter Ryan Fitzpatrick (24:29). Legendary ESPN basketball analyst Dick Vitale joins the show to tout his beloved Rays in the World Series against the Dodgers, why it’s a great time to be a Tampa sports fan, and how he saw the cancelled NCAA tournament playing out this season (39:03).   Thank you to today's sponsor: Microsoft Teams = Now there are more ways to be a Team. Learn more at Microsoft.com/teams  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich kicks off the hour pondering some head-scratching two-point conversion decisions in NFL Week 6 along with his Overreaction Monday segment weighing in if the Steelers are the AFC’s best team, the Dolphins’ playoff chances, the Vikings dumpster fire of a season, the Niners big win over the Rams, the Bucs’ manhandling ofthe Packers, Ryan Tannehill’s MVP chances, and the odds Trevor Lawrence plays for the Jaguars next season (00:38). Titans QB Ryan Tannehill and Rich discuss Tennessee’s Week 6 overtime win vs the Texans, RB Derrick Henry’s impressive combination of size and strength, what led to Tennessee’s covid-19 protocol violations and subsequent outbreak, facing a tough Steelers D without injured OT Taylor Lewan, head coach Mike Vrabel’s keen use of rulebook loopholes, and his Salute to Service volunteerism (19:30). Chris Brockman runs through the latest news and notes including updates on Christian McCaffrey, Zach Ertz, and the retirement of legendary hockey announcer Mike “Doc” Emrick (43:00).   Thank

FOX Sports’ MLB analyst and Hall of Famer John Smoltz and Rich recap the Dodgers thrilling Game 7 win over the Braves in the NLCS, preview the pressure on the Dodgers heading into the World Series, says why Dodgers manager Dave Roberts did right in their NLCS clincher, and how the Rays bullpen could be a difference maker vs L.A., and how expectations for starting pitchers have changed over the years (2:40). 49ers TE George Kittle and Rich discuss his Deion Sanders TD celebration tribute, the Niners’ pivotal Week 6 win over the Rams, what Jimmy Garoppolo’s mindset was like after his benching, the emergence of Packers TE Robert Tonyan, and if you could hang with him during one of his workouts(22:09). Rich breaks down the tough sports weekend in Chris Brockman’s household with the Patriots shocking loss to the lowly Broncos, Mookie Betts heading to the World Series with the Dodgers’ elimination of the Braves, and Georgia drubbing at the hands of Nick Saban and Alabama (41:14. And another week, another Rich Eisen

Rich kicks off the hour with an in-depth recap of Tom Brady and the Bucs’ manhandling of Aaron Rodgers and the Packers, the 49ers critical win over the Rams on Sunday Night, and the Titans overtime win over the Texan led by the 200-yard game of RB Derrick Henry (3:07). Dan Patrick dials into the show to break down who, among so many teams, actually has a shot to win the Super Bowl this season, how the nature of sports talk has changed over the years, and reveals which of those classic ‘This Is SportsCenter” commercials are his favorites (20:49). Rich wraps up the hour reflecting on the NFL debut of Dolphins rookie QB Tua Tagovailoa (49:26).   Thank you to today's sponsors: Geico = In just 15 minutes you could save 15% or more on car insurance. Visit Geico.com Old Spice = A new line of products for down below. Visit Walmart.com/oldspicebelowdeck   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

ESPN NBA analyst Richard Jefferson and Rich discuss how difficult it really was for the Lakers to win the NBA title in the league’s Orlando bubble, why he’s standing by his “Giannis Antetokounmpo is a Pippen” take, where the 2-time defending NBA MVP could end up if not with the Bucks, and if he can make any sense of Kyrie Irving’s latest foot-in-mouth comments throwing shade at LeBron James (2:36). Hall of Fame play-by-play announcer Jon Miller and Rich Eisen reflect on the passing of his friend and former broadcasting colleague Joe Morgan (22:31). The week wraps up with Chris Brockman’s Sneaky Good Games, and Rich’s Under the Radar Games for the NFL’s Week 6 in the Bengals vs Colts, Ravens vs Steelers, and Bears vs Panthers, followed by a call from comedian/Brockman’s significant other Sarah Tiana who vigorously defends her Atlanta Braves and their annoying “stirring it up” gesture (47:11).   Thank you to today's sponsor: Microsoft Teams = Now there are more ways to be a Team. Learn more at Microsoft.com/tea

Rich and the guys kick off the hour with a heated debate about how much Le’Veon Bell still has left in the tank, and what he will contribute to the Chiefs offense (1:30). Veteran NFL linebacker Sam Acho calls in to discuss the inspiration for his new motivational book, ‘Let the World See You,’ if the free agent LB would sign with a team or retire, and what he saw in New Orleans last year that could explain the Saints’ current turmoil with talented-but-difficult WR Michael Thomas (24:41). The guys wrap up the hour with their Higher Register Tepid Takes on Andy Dalton and the Cowboys, Tom Brady and the Bucs vs Aaron Rodgers and the Packers, and Tyron Lue’s chances to take the Clippers to an NBA title (44:11).   Thank you to today's sponsors: Geico = In just 15 minutes you could save 15% or more on car insurance. Visit Geico.com Old Spice = A new line of products for down below. Visit Walmart.com/oldspicebelowdeck Visa = Shop Local with Visa to help support your community. https://usa.visa.com/  Learn more about

 Rich starts the hour breaking down the Dodgers facing elimination at the hands of the Braves, and the Astros dramatic walk-off win against the Rays, and which would be the most attractive World Series matchup (4:06). Rich then dives deep into Le’Veon Bell’s signing with the Chiefs and why it could but the Jets in the butt sooner than later (13:35). Hall of Fame QB Brett Favre calls the show to discuss Aaron Rodgers, Drew Brees, Tom Brady, why he’s impressed with this year’s crop of rookie quarterbacks, why he’s fully endorsing CBC for pain management, and you won’t believe what his dad blurted out that time he met Kevin Costner (23:16).   Thank you to today's sponsors: Geico = In just 15 minutes you could save 15% or more on car insurance. Visit Geico.com Old Spice = A new line of products for down below. Visit Walmart.com/oldspicebelowdeck Visa = Shop Local with Visa to help support your community. https://usa.visa.com/  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices