The Rich Eisen Show

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

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 -------- Die-hard Knicks fan Spike Lee joins the show to discuss his New York fandom and legendary filmmaking career. Spike reveals which movies were most impactful to him, why he thinks Denzel Washington is the greatest actor of our time, what has been the key to his success, and will he live to see his beloved Knicks win the NBA Championship. Jim reveals to Spike how Phil Jackson used one of his films to motivate the Lakers during their 2006 Playoff series against Phoenix. Additionally, Spike reveals who he wanted to audition for the role of Jesus Shuttlesworth in “He Got Game” before Ray Allen was cast and how the movie was originally scripted to end. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

3/6/25 - Hour 3 The guys break down Charles Davis’ mock draft 1.0 that features a trio of quarterbacks coming off the board with the first three picks of the first round. Comedian Nick Thune joins Rich in-studio to plug his new ‘Born Young’ special, his frustration with his hometown Seattle Mariners and being a longtime Dodgers season ticket holder, and shares a great story about what he did in the Astros owner’s box after Game 7 of the 2017 World Series. 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

3/6/25 - Hour 2 Colorado WR Jimmy Horn Jr. tells Rich what it was like to play for Deion Sanders at CU, why Shedeur Sanders was an exceptional teammate, and if he’s a better receiver than Heisman Trophy winner Travis Hunter. A caller sets off a deep and heated debate: has Brock Purdy done enough to earn a massive payday from the San Francisco 49ers? Rich and the guys react to the Boston Celtics’ historic 40/40 night and to the Cleveland Cavaliers clinching a playoff spot already. 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

3/6/25 - Hour 1 Rich weighs in on the Cleveland Browns’ eventful offseason that has included a Myles Garrett trade request and the restructuring of Deshaun Watson’s albatross of a contract. Sports Illustrated’s Albert Breer and Rich discuss the Browns’ plans at quarterback moving forward, why DK Metcalf wants the Seahawks to trade him, the latest with the 49ers’ Brock Purdy and Brandon Aiyuk situations, if the Vikings are ready to move on from Sam Darnold and anoint JJ McCarthy their QB1, and if the Steelers could go with Justin Fields as their starter or if he could move on to a team like the Jets. Rich ponders what would happen if Daniel Jones returns to New York as the Jets’ new starting quarterback while Sam Darnold signs on to be the Giants’ new QB1. 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 -------- O’Shea and TJ discuss the shocking events from Toronto at WWE elimination chamber. What prompted John Cena to finally turn Heel and sell his soul to the Final Boss, and what now for Cody Rhodes? Also, Jade Cargill’s surprise return to the ring and her vicious attack on Naomi. What, if any, was Bianca Belair’s involvement in this whole matter? Also, the guys discuss an action packed Monday Night Raw that started off with CM Punk and Seth Rollins going at it, and ended with Iyo Sky, being crowned the new Women’s World Champion! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

3/5/25 - Hour 3 Rich weighs in on the Raiders rewarding Maxx Crosby with a massive extension that makes the DE the highest paid non-QB in the NFL, the latest in the Myles Garrett/Cleveland Browns trade drama, and Jerry Jones’ latest comments on the Dallas Cowboys’ approach to free agency. Broncos CB Pat Surtain II tells Rich what it feels like to be the NFL’s reigning Defensive Player of the Year, how Sean Payton and QB Bo Nix have turned things around in Denver, and shares the story about the time he made former Alabama head coach Nick Saban spitting mad. O’Shea Jackson Jr drops by ahead of his ‘No-Contest Wrestling Podcast’ taping where he and Rich react to Zach Baun’s Eagles extension, the Lakers’ hot streak since the Luka Doncic trade 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

3/5/25 - Hour 2 Rich breaks out his NFL Power Rankings to list the top ten destinations for free agent WR Davante Adams. Basketball Hall of Fame coach George Raveling joins Rich in-studio to discuss his new ‘What You’re Made For’ memoir that includes stories about the time he had to tell Charles Barkley that he was cut from the 1984 US Olympic basketball team, and how he helped steer Michael Jordan to signing with Nike when MJ was ready to cement a deal with Adidas, and more. Rich and the guys react to WR DK Metcalf asking the Seahawks to trade him. 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