The Rich Eisen Show

Brockman holds down the fort for Rich while he’s en route to the studio from LAX and recaps the big weekend by Florida QB Anthony Richardson who tore it up at the NFL Combine. Rich reacts to Derek Carr signing with the New Orleans Saints instead of his New York Jets, and says why New York would be wiser to sign free agent QB Jimmy Garoppolo instead of trading valuable draft picks to the Green Bay Packers for Aaron Rodgers. Rich and the guys debate of the New York Giants should pay restricted free agent Saquon Barkley or draft highly-touted Texas Longhorns RB Bijan Robinson. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich calls in from the NFL Combine in Indianapolis and tells guest host Bobby Bones why the prospects keep getting “bigger, stronger, and faster” each year, that Florida Gators QB Anthony Richardson is as big as some of the linebacker prospects and is likely to be selected in the NFL Draft’s top ten, and more, Former All-Pro running back Chris Johnson, one of the fastest players to ever play in the NFL, tells Bobby at what age he realized he quicker than everyone else, what it was like to run a 4.24 in the 40-yard dash at the NFL Combine, if he could have been an Olympic sprinter and more.  TJ lists his “Top 5 Bones” and Bobby puts a hex on the Texas A&M basketball team. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

NFL Network Front Office Analyst Scott Pioli tells guest host Bobby Bones how Lamar Jackson acting as his own agent complicates his negotiations with the Baltimore Ravens, if new Patriots OC Bill O’Brien can revive Mac Jones’ potential, why he’s undeterred by the smallish stature of Alabama QB Bryce Young, says how much stock teams put in players’ NFL Combine 40-yard dash times, and shares his favorite Bill Belichick draft day story from their time together in New England.  Vanderbilt head basketball coach tells Bobby why the 17-win Commodores deserve a spot in the NCAA Tournament, says which current NBA player resembles his game the most, and reveals if he would still be able to win a one-on-one showdown with any of his Vandy players. Bobby and the guys debate which would be the most boring and most exciting landing spots for Aaron Rodgers, Derek Carr, Lamar Jackson, Baker Mayfield and Jimmy Garoppolo. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Guest host Bobby Bones and the guys recap the latest in the NFL, College Basketball, MLB and the NFL Combine. Pro Football Focus NFL Analyst Sam Monson tells Bobby why the New Orleans Saints would be a great fit for free agent QB Derek Carr, why the Jets make the most sense for Aaron Rodgers if he parts ways with the Packers, why Bryce Young is “undervalued” because of his smallish stature and which player could be the biggest riser between now and NFL Draft day.  Bobby reveals that his week in California hasn’t gone all that smoothly, the guys reveal their most deep-seated sports biases that blind them to conventional wisdom, and Bobby names his top 5 all-time favorite media personalities.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich calls in from the NFL Combine in Indianapolis and tells guest host Bobby Bones what the vibe is with the return of UGA DT Jalen Carter being charged in conjunction with the recent car crash that killed two people in Georgia, why Alabama edge rusher Will Anderson Jr. is working out in Indianapolis, if teams might be scared off Crimson Tide QB Bryce Young due to size concerns, and more.   Former SportsCenter anchor/Daily Show/Late Late Show host Craig Kilborn joins Bobby in-studio to discuss his golf game, his hoops career, the state of his Minnesota Timberwolves, why he knew the Vikings wouldn’t go deep in the playoffs, the return of his The ‘Life Gorgeous’ podcast and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Guest host Bobby Bones and the guys react to the NFL Players Association’s team rankings that saw the Arizona Cardinals and Washington Commanders some how get F-minuses in a few categories.  Bobby reveals how he reacted to getting a call from Rich asking him to guest host and the guys reveal the times they were most starstruck by meeting famous athletes and celebrities. Bracketologist Coleman Crawley tells Bobby what’s it’s been like to go to 67 college basketball games in 64 days while putting almost 20,000 miles on his car in order to discover which mid-major team will be this year’s Cinderella in the NCAA Tournament’s Big Dance.  On the anniversary of Wilt Chamberlain’s 100-point game the guys list their top 5 most unbreakable sports records, and also debate how much UGA DT Jalen Carter being charged in conjunction with the recent car crash that killed two people in Georgia will impact his NFL Draft stock. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Guest host Bobby Bones tells Dallas Cowboys fan TJ Jefferson what it was like getting to spend a full day with Jerry Jones, and cites a highly reliable insides source that makes him think Aaron Rodgers will be playing for the Tennessee Titans next season, says why he’d prefer Jimmy Garoppolo over the concussion-prone Tua Tagovailoa as the Miami Dolphins QB next season, and reacts to UGA DT Jalen Carter being charged in conjunction with the recent car crash that killed two people in Georgia.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

NFL Insider Tom Pelissero tells guest host Suzy Shuster what the criminal charges against Georgia DT Jalen Carter could mean for his NFL Draft stock, which players will be getting the most attention during this week’s NFL Combine, if concerns about Alabama QB Bryce Young’s size are legitimate, and the latest on the uncertain status of Aaron Rodgers’ Packers future and Lamar Jackson’s contract status with the Baltimore Ravens. Suzy and the guys break down the latest in the NBA including Kevin Durant’s Phoenix Suns debut, LeBron James’ foot injury, who’s the NBA MVP frontrunner, react to Dallas Cowboys Head Coach Mike McCarthy’s comments today at the NFL Combine, and debate which is the best way to eat Oreos. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Former Raiders CEO Amy Trask joins guest host Suzy Shuster in-studio to discuss which teams would be the best fits for Aaron Rodgers if he parts ways with the Green Bay Packers, her advice for the Baltimore Ravens regarding Lamar Jackson, what the Bears should do with the #1 pick in the NFL Draft, and in a round of ‘What’s More Likely’ weighs in on the Raiders, Jets, Broncos, Colts, Ravens, Chargers, Lions and Daniel Snyder’s ownership of the Washington Commanders. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich calls in from the NFL Combine and tells guest host Suzy Shuster how UGA DT Jalen Carter leaving Indianapolis after being charged with multiple offenses in conjunction with the recent fatal car crash in Georgia, his reaction to Aaron Rodgers first comments since his “darkness retreat” and says if he wants the Packers QB on the New York Jets next season, and more.  Suzy and the guys debate if the NFL should change the Push Rule that the Philadelphia Eagles used so well last season using rugby-type scrums to get first downs and TDs on Jalen Hurts QB sneaks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich reacts to Jets GM Joe Douglas’ latest comments on the team’s interest in free agent quarterback Derek Carr, and debates if the Raiders should trade for Packers QB Aaron Rodgers to reunite him with WR Davante Adams. Actor Matt Barr joins Rich in-studio to discuss the season finale of the CW’s ‘Walker: Independence,’ the state of this beloved Dallas Cowboys and Mavericks, and shares a story about the time he engaged Troy Aikman in conversation…while the Hall of Fame QB was using a urinal. Rich makes a crystal ball prediction on the 49ers’ QB situation after the latest comments from Niners GM John Lynch at the NFL Combine. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich tries to decipher the latest comments from Packers GM Brian Gutekunst about Aaron Rodgers’ uncertain future in Green Bay. Actress Rhea Seehorn joins Rich in-studio to discuss her new movie with comedian Jim Gaffigan ‘Linoleum,’ how she landed her memorable role of Kim Wexler on ‘Better Call Saul,’ reveals the origin story behind BCS’ Mike Ehrmentraut character, who she thinks Kim and Saul’s lives played out after the series’ end finale timeline, what her favorite scene with Bob Odenkirk was, and filming that Jesse Pinkman scene with Aaron Paul. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich comments on the start of the NFL Combine and weighs in on all the chatter surrounding the Chicago Bears and what they will do with the #1 overall pick in the upcoming NFL Draft.  NFL Network analyst Daniel Jeremiah tells Rich why the Chicago Bears will and should trade the #1 pick in the NFL Draft and stick with Justin Fields, which team (Indianapolis Colts?) is most likely to move up to the top of the draft, if you can pencil in Ohio State QB C.J. Stroud to the Houston Texans with the #2 pick, which defensive players are likely to be selected at the top of the draft, and names his top sleeper picks that could be difference makers next season.  Bears Head Coach Matt Eberflus tells Rich what Chicago’s NFL Draft mindset is heading into the NFL Combine and that it’s “all options open” including the possibility of trading incumbent starting QB Justin Fields. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The MMQB’s Albert Breer and Rich discuss Aaron Rodgers’ uncertain future with the Green Bay Packers, the Jets-Derek Carr mutual interest, how USC’s Caleb Williams and UNC’s Drake Maye could impact the Chicago Bears’ draft plans this year, if Lamar Jackson and the Ravens will ever be able to agree to a long-term contract extension, the chances the Rams trade CB Jalen Ramsey and if the Titans would ever trade All-Pro RB Derrick Henry.  Rich debates the best landing spots for Henry if the Titans were to blow things up and start from scratch on offense, and in ‘Overreaction Monday’ weighs in on Justin Fields, Mac Jones, Dak Prescott, NFL Draft QBs, LeBron and the new-look Lakers, Kyrie Irving and the Dallas Mavericks, and MLB’s controversial new Pitch Clock rule. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

ESPN MLB Insider Jeff Passan tells Rich why baseball’s new pitch clock is good for the game in the long term despite some early heartburn from players and fans, says if the Padres big-spending ways are sustainable, and how much Angels’ 2-way star Shohei Ohtani will be able to command on the open market. Bowling Hall of Famer Pete Weber and Rich discuss his famous “Who do you think you are? I am!!” retort to heckling fans that has taken its legendary place in sports lore. Rich reacts to the NFL Competition Committee’s tepid response to making Roughing the Passer penalties reviewable and rugby-scrum QB sneaks should be outlawed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich reacts to the Lakers’ two big wins since the All-Star break and says why it’s looking more and more like you don’t want to face LeBron & company come playoff time.  ESPN’s Todd McShay tells Rich that if he were running the Chicago Bears he’d trade QB Justin Fields and select Alabama’s Bryce Young with the #1 pick in the NFL Draft, if the other top-rated draft quarterbacks (Kentucky’s Will Levis, Ohio State’s C.J. Stroud, and Florida’s Anthony Richardson) will be ready to start in the NFL come Week 1, why the Jets should trade for Aaron Rodgers, and more. Rich and the guys debate which teams should trade up or down at the top of the NFL Draft, and Rich weighs in on the first weekend of MLB’s new Pitch Clock rules that improves the pace of play but with some possible side effects that might be hard for fans and players to stomach. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Athletic’s Senior NFL Writer Mike Sando and Rich discuss his bombshell story where he reports that Russell Wilson tried to get Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll fired before he was traded to the Broncos, and recaps how Wilson’s 2022 season spiraled while Carroll led Seattle back to the playoffs with Geno Smith at QB. Actor Brandon Sklenar joins Rich in-studio to discuss his breakout role in Taylor Sheridan’s latest ‘Yellowstone’ prequel ‘1923,’ what it was like to go to ‘cowboy camp’ with Harrison Ford, and more. Rich and the guys debate if new Clippers G/former NBA MVP Russell Westbrook deserves all the negativity being thrown his way these days. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The MMQB’s Andrew Brandt tells Rich why he thinks the Green Bay Packers are ready to move on from Aaron Rodgers in favor of Jordan Love, if Lamar Jackson, Joe Burrow or Justin Herbert can expect a fully guaranteed contract like the one the Browns gave Deshaun Watson, if the Giants are likely to pay Daniel Jones the $45M/year the QB is reportedly seeking, and why the Chicago Bears are more likely to trade the #1 overall pick than they are to deal QB Justin Fields. In ‘What’s More Likely’ Rich weighs in on the Cowboys’ and Jets’ Super Bowl hopes, Derek Carr, Russell Wilson, the Indianapolis Colts, Arizona Cardinals, Justin Fields, Kenny Pickett, LeBron James, Aaron Rodgers, the NBA MVP race and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich reacts to the bombshell story in The Athletic that claims Russell Wilson tried to get Seattle Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll and GM John Schneider fired before he was traded to the Denver Broncos. Apple TV+ soccer analyst Taylor Twellman joins Rich in-studio to preview the new MLS season, how close Cristiano Ronaldo came to joining Sporting Kansas City, why he thinks Lionel Messi will eventually sign with David Beckham’s Inter Miami CF, if the recent World Cup was a “success” for the USMNT, and more. Rich weighs in on the LeBron James’ and Lakers’ emphatic win over the defending champion Golden State Warriors in their first game after the NBA All-Star Break. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich breaks down the highly-unsettled NBA playoff picture, why Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards gets it when it comes to fans and Load Management, and react to Eric Bieniemy’s introductory press conference with the Washington Commanders. Rich makes a prediction about when a possible trade could go down regarding the Bears’ #1 pick in the NFL Draft or for QB Justin Fields, and explains why Derek Carr is a better option at QB for the New York Jets over current Ravens QB Lamar Jackson. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices