The Rich Eisen Show

Actor Jay Ellis shares insights from his new book, filled with personal anecdotes and sports references, including a memorable internship during the ‘Jail Blazers’ era. Tom Curran dives deep into the New England Patriots’ struggles, discussing the team's offensive challenges and their decision to move on from Brandon Aiyuk. He analyzes the impact of new head coach Jerod Mayo and reviews the preseason performances of rookie quarterbacks, focusing on the need for cautious optimism among fans.

Lindsey Thiry, an ESPN NFL Reporter, dives into the Dallas Cowboys' roster management and Jerry Jones' comments on contract negotiations for stars like CeeDee Lamb and Dak Prescott. She discusses the quarterback competition between Gardner Minshew and Aidan O’Connell for the Raiders, alongside concerns for Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert's foot injury. The conversation also touches on the post-Aaron Donald era for the Rams and which NFL teams might stand a chance against the Chiefs, delivering insights with a mix of humor and analysis.

Packers WR Christian Watson and Rich discuss the expectations on QB Jordan Love after signing his huge new contract, Green Bay’s confidence level heading into the new season, and more. Rich and the guys discuss the 2024 season outlook for the Chicago Bears and Green Bay Packers. Rich reacts to the controversial (blown??) call by umpire Hunter Wendlestedt that led to the first ejection of the season for Dodgers manager Dave Roberts.Please check out other RES productions:Overreaction Monday: http://apple.co/overreactionmonday What the Football with Suzy Shuster and Amy Trask: http://apple.co/whatthefootball Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich takes a look back at the long and winding football career of Nick Foles who announced his NFL retirement today. NFL Insider Mike Garafolo tells Rich why the 49ers gave into disgruntled WR Brandon Aiyuk’s trade demands, that Aiyuk turned down a $32 million per season offer from the Patriots, if the Steelers or Browns are the more likely landing spot, and when/if we can expect contract extensions for Dallas Cowboys WR CeeDee Lamb and Cincinnati Bengals WR Ja’Marr Chase.Please check out other RES productions:Overreaction Monday: http://apple.co/overreactionmonday What the Football with Suzy Shuster and Amy Trask: http://apple.co/whatthefootball Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich and the guys weigh in on the AFC East picture and how much/if Bills QB Josh Allen will miss All-Pro WR Stefon Diggs. Jessica Alba and Lizzy Mathis join Rich in-studio to discuss the new season of their ‘Honest Renovations’ Roku Channel show, the skimpy Olympics beach volleyball uniforms, breakdancing, skateboarding, and whether or not Rich has a dad bod. Rich takes a call from a 13-year-old Jets fan who sounds far older (and wiser) than his age.Please check out other RES productions:Overreaction Monday: http://apple.co/overreactionmonday What the Football with Suzy Shuster and Amy Trask: http://apple.co/whatthefootball Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

8/7/24 - Hour 3Rich plays the ‘Win/Loss Game’ with a Philadelphia Eagles fan and Cowboys fan TJ plays ‘Start-Bench-Cut’ to reveals which NFC East teams he hates the most. Rich breaks out his Power Rankings to list the top 10 NFL quarterbacks you can count on most when the game is on the line.Actor Tony Hale joins Rich in-studio to plus his new Netflix ‘The Decameron’ series, reveal his favorite ‘Arrested Development’ moments, says which Olympic sport he would medal in, and more.Please check out other RES productions:Overreaction Monday: http://apple.co/overreactionmonday What the Football with Suzy Shuster and Amy Trask: http://apple.co/whatthefootball Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

8/7/24 - Hour 2FOX Sports/The Athletic’s College Football Insider Bruce Feldman and Rich discuss the 1-year suspension the NCAA handed down to former Michigan/current Chargers head coach Jim Harbaugh, the initial Coaches’ Poll rankings, the possibility of a CFB super league, his list of the top freak athletes that will provide eye-popping highlights this fall, and more.Radio host/personality Bobby Bones drops by the studio to discuss Brandon Aiyuk, Jim Harbaugh, ‘Dancing with the Stars,’ and more.Please check out other RES productions:Overreaction Monday: http://apple.co/overreactionmonday What the Football with Suzy Shuster and Amy Trask: http://apple.co/whatthefootball Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

8/7/24 - Hour 1Rich and the guys break down the latest on the Brandon Aiyuk trade market including the possibility the disgruntled WR stays with the 49ers.Commanders HC Dan Quinn and Rich discuss his return to being an NFL head coach, the rookie year expectations for QB Jayden Daniels, why the league’s new rules will bring some excitement back to kickoffs, and more.Please check out other RES productions:Overreaction Monday: http://apple.co/overreactionmonday What the Football with Suzy Shuster and Amy Trask: http://apple.co/whatthefootball Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

8/6/24 - Hour 3Rich and the guys react to day two of the Detroit Lions and New York Giants’ joint practice that has resulted in fisticuffs both days.Saints’ Safety Tyrann Mathieu tells Rich how he transformed from a rookie with questionable character issues to a 12-year veteran who’s a mentor to young players, why New Orleans’ has an “angry” mindset heading into the 2024 season where they’ll face NFC South newcomer Kirk Cousins, and reacts to return specialist Devin Hester’s Pro Football Hall of Fame Induction.Rich and the guys have a tongue-in-cheek discussion on the origins of Olympic sports like the hammer throw.Please check out other RES productions:Overreaction Monday: http://apple.co/overreactionmonday What the Football with Suzy Shuster and Amy Trask: http://apple.co/whatthefootball Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

8/6/24 - Hour 2Pro Football Focus’ Trevor Sikkema and Rich discuss which team is the best fit for Brandon Aiyuk, which rookie quarterbacks and receivers have stood out the most so far, which 2nd-year player is poised to take his game to the next level, his Defensive Rookie of the Year prediction, and more.NFL Insider Tom Pelissero and Rich discuss the latest on the 49ers attempts to trade disgruntled WR Brandon Aiyuk, Sean Payton re-shuffling the Broncos’ QB depth chart, and more.Rich and the guys debate which NFL receivers make the most sense to package in a trade for Aiyuk.Please check out other RES productions:Overreaction Monday: http://apple.co/overreactionmonday What the Football with Suzy Shuster and Amy Trask: http://apple.co/whatthefootball Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices