The Rich Eisen Show

3/14/25 - Hour 3 ESPN’s Louis Riddick and Rich discuss the intrigue that could play out at the top of this year’s Draft and if Shedeur Sanders will be a franchise QB in the NFL, which team would be the best fit for free agent QB Aaron Rodgers, how long teams should wait on the 4-time MVP to make his decision, and breaks down the good (Commanders) and bad (Cowboys) personnel moves over the past week. Rich reacts to Sam Darnold’s introductory Seahawks press conference and weighs in on what fans in Seattle can expect out of their new QB next season. 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 The Jim Jackson Show: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-jim-jackson-show/id1770609432 No-Contest Wrestling with O'Shea Jackson Jr. and TJ Jefferson: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/no-contest-wrestling/id1771450708 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

3/14/25 - Hour 2 Boise State LB Ahmed Hassanein tells Rich how he went from growing up in Egypt completely unaware of American football to possibly being selected in this year’s NFL Draft, how future Hall of Fame Aaron Donald impacted his football journey and more. Rich and TJ react to the drama stirred up by new Seahawks DE DeMarcus Lawrence’s scathing remarks about his former team, Dallas, and teammate Micah Parsons. In ‘What’s More Likely’ Rich weighs in on the Browns, Colts, Dolphins, Commanders, Steelers, Raiders, Seahawks, Cooper Kupp 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 The Jim Jackson Show: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-jim-jackson-show/id1770609432 No-Contest Wrestling with O'Shea Jackson Jr. and TJ Jefferson: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/no-contest-wrestling/id1771450708 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

3/14/25 - Hour 1 Rich weighs in on Myles Garrett’s first press conference since signing his record contract with the Browns after reversing his dug-in stance on wanting a trade out of Cleveland. NFL Insider Tom Pelissero and Rich discuss Aaron Rodgers’ impending decision on signing with the Pittsburgh Steelers, New York Giants or Minnesota Vikings, if the Atlanta Falcons will keep Kirk Cousins as their very expensive backup to Michael Penix Jr., the Tennessee Titans’ options with the #1 overall pick in the NFL Draft, how much Cooper Kupp can get on the free agency market, the Dallas Cowboys plan for replenishing their roster, and more. Rich and the guys react to Golden State Warriors G Steph Curry becoming the first player in NBA history to make 4000 three-pointers. 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 The Jim Jackson Show: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-jim-jackson-show/id1770609432 No-Contest Wrestling with O'Shea Jackson Jr. and TJ Jefferson: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/no-contest-wrestling/id1771450708 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 The Jim Jackson Show: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-jim-jackson-show/id1770609432 No-Contest Wrestling with O'Shea Jackson Jr. and TJ Jefferson: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/no-contest-wrestling/id1771450708 -------- Jim is joined by his Turner broadcast partner Brian Anderson to preview the upcoming NCAA Tournament. Brian and Jim discuss the teams, coaches, and players they are looking forward to covering, and who they think will make a run at during March Madness. They also discuss the playoff push in the NBA, who they think will be in the NBA Finals, and lay out an MVP case for both Shia Gilgeous-Alexander and Nikola Jokic. Also, why is Brian concerned about the Lakers and how far they can go this year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

3/13/25 - Hour 3 Rich weighs in on Josh Allen’s record-setting contract extension and debates Brockman and TJ about how much, if any, pressure is on the Buffalo Bills QB to win a Super Bowl. Actor/comedian Denis Leary joins Rich in-studio to discuss his new Fox ‘Going Dutch’ sitcom, reveals that he’s still playing hocket at age 68, sounds off on destination weddings, and in a round of ‘Celebrity True or False’ talks ‘The Sandlot,’ Martin Scorsese’s ‘The Departed,’ getting acting tips for ‘Draft Day’ from Bill Belichick, and how he and Sean Penn settled a beef with R.E.M. lead singer Michael Stipe. 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 The Jim Jackson Show: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-jim-jackson-show/id1770609432 No-Contest Wrestling with O'Shea Jackson Jr. and TJ Jefferson: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/no-contest-wrestling/id1771450708 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

3/13/25 - Hour 2 The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette’s Gerry Dulac and Rich discuss the possibility of Aaron Rodgers signing with the Steelers, how the controversial QB would fit in with Mike Tomlin’s culture, if Russell Wilson could return to the team if a Rodgers deal falls through, why Justin Fields signed with the Jets instead of staying in Pittsburgh, and more. Rich list the top under-the-radar NFL offseason move with takes on the Chargers, Commanders, Bears, Raiders, Broncos, and Eagles. 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 The Jim Jackson Show: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-jim-jackson-show/id1770609432 No-Contest Wrestling with O'Shea Jackson Jr. and TJ Jefferson: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/no-contest-wrestling/id1771450708 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

3/13/25 - Hour 1 Rich weighs in on the latest on the Aaron Rodgers free agency front and debates if the 4-time NFL MVP, Russell Wilson or Kirk Cousins would be the best fit for the Pittsburgh Steelers. Actor Josh Gad joins Rich to discuss his new ‘In Gad We Trust’ book, the state of his beloved Miami Dolphins, spills the beans on an upcoming ‘Space Balls’ sequel, sounds off on annoying Philly fans, and shares some great stories about Hollywood legends Harrison Ford and Warren Beatty. Rich explains why Mike Tomlin is not to blame for the Steelers failing to develop a franchise QB since Ben Roethlisberger’s retirement. 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 The Jim Jackson Show: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-jim-jackson-show/id1770609432 No-Contest Wrestling with O'Shea Jackson Jr. and TJ Jefferson: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/no-contest-wrestling/id1771450708 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 The Jim Jackson Show: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-jim-jackson-show/id1770609432 No-Contest Wrestling with O'Shea Jackson Jr. and TJ Jefferson: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/no-contest-wrestling/id1771450708 -------- Filmmaker Ash Avildsen joins the show to discuss “Queen of the Ring”, his passion project about the legendary Mildred Burke, a small-town single mother who dominated the sport of wrestling and became the 1st million-dollar female athlete in history. Ash talks to O’Shea and TJ about the obstacles of bringing this story to the big screen and how he was able to get some of wrestling’s biggest stars to participate. Ash also discusses his relationship with his late father, Academy Award Director John G. Avildsen, and how his childhood shaped the man, father, and filmmaker that he is today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

3/12/25 - Hour 3 Cowboys DT Osa Odighizuwa tells Rich why he chose to stay in Dallas in the NFL’s latest round of free agency, what makes Micah Parsons a special player, and more. Rich and the guys react to the Rams decision to release Cooper Kupp after failing to find a trade partner for the former All-Pro WR, and says what new head coach Ben Johnson could mean for the Chicago Bears’ chances to win the NFC North next season. Longtime listener Al in Dallas calls in discuss the New York Giants’ quarterback options via free agency and the NFL Draft, and O’Shea Jackson Jr. drops by the studio ahead of his ‘No-Contest Wrestling’ podcast taping to chop it up on the Lakers, Rams 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 The Jim Jackson Show: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-jim-jackson-show/id1770609432 No-Contest Wrestling with O'Shea Jackson Jr. and TJ Jefferson: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/no-contest-wrestling/id1771450708 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

3/12/25 - Hour 2 Michigan QB Bryce Underwood joins UM alum Rich in-studio to discuss his much-covered recruitment as the #1 player in the nation that saw him flip from LSU to the Wolverines, reveals how he trolled Ohio State Buckeyes fan LeBron James when he met the Lakers’ superstar, what it was like meeting Tom Brady for the first time, his goals to win multiple Heisman trophies and national championships and more. Rich revisits the top rumors he heard at the NFL Combine and the wildest possible offseason scenarios that included tidbits on Myles Garrett and the Browns, Daniel Jones, the Dallas Cowboys 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 The Jim Jackson Show: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-jim-jackson-show/id1770609432 No-Contest Wrestling with O'Shea Jackson Jr. and TJ Jefferson: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/no-contest-wrestling/id1771450708 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

3/12/25 - Hour 1 Rich weighs in on the latest news (lack thereof) surrounding Aaron Rodgers’ NFL future, and reacts to Puka Nacua giving up his #17 to new Rams arrival Davante Adams. NBC Sports Bay Area’s Matt Maiocco tells Rich how Brock Purdy’s impending payday has led to the 49ers’ offseason roster purge, a timeline for the QB signing an extension with San Francisco, why there’s still reason for hope for Niners fans despite the departure of so many key players, 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 The Jim Jackson Show: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-jim-jackson-show/id1770609432 No-Contest Wrestling with O'Shea Jackson Jr. and TJ Jefferson: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/no-contest-wrestling/id1771450708 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

3/11/25 - Hour 3 Rich weighs in on the Washington Commanders’ offseason that includes trading for WR Deebo Samuel and OT Laremy Tunsil. Sports Illustrated’s Albert Breer and Rich discuss Aaron Rodgers Giants vs Steelers options, if the Falcons would part ways with Kirk Cousins despite saying they’re fine with paying him a TON of money to be Michael Penix Jr’s backup, how the NFL’s QB carousel impacts the draft stock of the top quarterback prospects, if 49ers fans should be panicking over the team’s offseason roster purge, and what the New York Jets are getting in QB Justin Fields. 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 The Jim Jackson Show: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-jim-jackson-show/id1770609432 No-Contest Wrestling with O'Shea Jackson Jr. and TJ Jefferson: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/no-contest-wrestling/id1771450708 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

3/11/25 - Hour 2 In ‘Overreaction Tuesday’ Rich weighs in on the Patriots and Bears’ playoff chances, Sam Darnold to the Seahawks, Justin Fields to the Jets, and Kenny Pickett to the Browns. Former Raiders GM Mike Mayock and Rich discuss the Steelers options at QB next season and the chances we could see Kirk Cousins or Derek Carr in Pittsburgh soon, how the shuffling of quarterbacks in free agency impacts Shedeur Sanders’ and Cam Ward’s draft stock, if Aaron Rodgers would be a better fit for the Giants or Steelers, how the 49ers, Rams, Commanders and Eagles’ offseason moves will impact the NFC hierarchy, and what Daniel Jones to the Colts means for Anthony Richardson’s QB1 status in Indy. Jets fan Rich explains why New York signing QB Justin Fields “makes total sense.” 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 The Jim Jackson Show: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-jim-jackson-show/id1770609432 No-Contest Wrestling with O'Shea Jackson Jr. and TJ Jefferson: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/no-contest-wrestling/id1771450708 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

3/11/25 - Hour 1 Rich breaks down the Steelers’ options at quarterback and says why Aaron Rodgers landing in Pittsburgh makes sense. Rich weighs in on free agent QB Daniel Jones signing with the Colts and what it means for Anthony Richardson’s future in Indianapolis, ponders if former first round pick Kenny Pickett can find success in Cleveland as the Browns’ starting QB, says why former #2 overall pick Zach Wilson backing up Tua Tagovailoa on the Miami Dolphins is “fascinating,” and comments on how/if Brock Purdy’s expected payday is the reason for the 49ers parting ways with a bevy of key players this offseason. 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 The Jim Jackson Show: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-jim-jackson-show/id1770609432 No-Contest Wrestling with O'Shea Jackson Jr. and TJ Jefferson: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/no-contest-wrestling/id1771450708 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

3/10/25 - Hour 3 In ‘Overreaction Monday’ Rich weighs in on Myles Garrett’s new Browns contract, the Seahawks’ plans at QB for the foreseeable future, the Steelers landing DK Metcalf, Josh Allen’s massive new Bills contract, what adding Davante Adams means for the Rams’ Super Bowl aspirations, and if the Dallas Cowboys regret giving Dak Prescott that huge extension. Rich reacts live to Sam Darnold agreeing to a 3-year/$100M contract with the Seattle Seahawks and the possible ripple effect on the Vikings, Steelers, Colts and other teams with uncertain QB situations. Jets fan Rich weighs in on New York signing QB Justin Fields away from the Pittsburgh Steelers. 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 The Jim Jackson Show: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-jim-jackson-show/id1770609432 No-Contest Wrestling with O'Shea Jackson Jr. and TJ Jefferson: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/no-contest-wrestling/id1771450708 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

3/10/25 - Hour 2 Rich weighs in on the Raiders trading with the Seattle Seahawks for Geno Smith and what the veteran QB brings to Las Vegas. Pro Football Talk’s Mike Florio tells Rich why the Cleveland Browns will regret Myles Garrett’s record-setting extension, what DK Metcalf’s trade to the Steelers means for WR George Pickens’ future in Pittsburgh and if we’ll see Aaron Rodgers there next season, how the Geno Smith trade impacts the Raiders and Seahawks, what Garrett’s contract means for Cowboys LB Micah Parsons, discusses Josh Allen’s record deal with the Buffalo Bills, and the intrigue surrounding the remaining available free agent quarterbacks. Rich says why the Los Angeles Rams got a great bargain with their 2-year contract with All-Pro WR Davante Adams. 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 The Jim Jackson Show: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-jim-jackson-show/id1770609432 No-Contest Wrestling with O'Shea Jackson Jr. and TJ Jefferson: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/no-contest-wrestling/id1771450708 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

3/10/25 - Hour 1 Rich weighs in on Myles Garrett signing the richest non-QB contract in NFL history after telling everyone his trade request to the Cleveland Browns was not about the money. The guys react to DK Metcalf signing a massive contract with the Steelers, the next steps for the Seahawks (signing Sam Darnold?) after trading Geno Smith to the Raiders, and if Pittsburgh could be the next landing spot for Aaron Rodgers. Rich explains why the tea leaves point to the Seahawks readying a push to sign free agent QB Sam Darnold to a hefty contract. 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 The Jim Jackson Show: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-jim-jackson-show/id1770609432 No-Contest Wrestling with O'Shea Jackson Jr. and TJ Jefferson: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/no-contest-wrestling/id1771450708 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

3/7/25 - Hour 3 Rich and the guys discuss the bevy of quality NFL WRs available via trade or free agency, and in ‘What’s More Likely’ weighs in on DK Metcalf, Myles Garrett, Ja’Marr Chase, Brock Purdy, Micah Parsons, the Bills, Dodgers, Lakers, Shedeur Sanders’ NFL Draft stock and more. Actor Michael Fassbender and Rich discuss his new ‘Black Bag’ Steven Soderbergh film, ‘The Agency’ on Paramount+, and in ‘Celebrity True or False’ talks ‘Band of Brothers’ boot camp, channeling David Bowie and Greg Louganis for his role in ‘Prometheus,’ and more. Rich and a caller discuss the best landing spots for Davante Adams, and the guys react to Spike Lee’s ‘He Got Game’ story he told on this week’s ‘Jim Jackson Show’ podcast. 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 The Jim Jackson Show: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-jim-jackson-show/id1770609432 No-Contest Wrestling with O'Shea Jackson Jr. and TJ Jefferson: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/no-contest-wrestling/id1771450708 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

3/7/25 - Hour 2 NFL Insider Tom Pelissero and Rich discuss the latest in the Myles Garrett/Cleveland Browns trade request standoff, the big questions facing many teams’ quarterback situations and why we could see some big time shuffling on the QB carousel, if the Seahawks will find a trade partner for disgruntled WR DK Metcalf, and breaks down the Dallas Cowboys’ long offseason laundry list including a big extension for Micah Parsons. Rich makes the case for the Lakers’ JJ Redick as NBA Coach of the Year. Apple TV’s Taylor Twellman and Rich break down the latest MLS happening including the mysterious disappearance of Lionel Messi, 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 The Jim Jackson Show: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-jim-jackson-show/id1770609432 No-Contest Wrestling with O'Shea Jackson Jr. and TJ Jefferson: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/no-contest-wrestling/id1771450708 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

3/7/25 - Hour 1 Rich weighs in on the Browns/Myles Garrett trade request standoff that reportedly includes Cleveland owner Jimmy Haslam refusing to meet face-to-face with the All-Pro DE. Bills Pro Bowl OT Dion Dawkins joins Rich in-studio to discuss his plans to go into acting when his NFL career winds down, his plans for the NFL to create an ‘Offensive Lineman of the Year’ award, goes full-court-press in trying to recruit Myles Garrett to Buffalo, says why he loves the passion of Bills Mafia, responds to critics who say the Bills will never get passed Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs in the AFC, and says how Josh Allen has taken his already remarkable game to another level. 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 The Jim Jackson Show: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-jim-jackson-show/id1770609432 No-Contest Wrestling with O'Shea Jackson Jr. and TJ Jefferson: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/no-contest-wrestling/id1771450708 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices