The Rich Eisen Show

Rich reacts to Houston Texans’ LB Will Anderson Jr’s record-setting contract and what it means for teammate CJ Stroud and Cleveland Browns DE Myles Garrett. In ‘What’s More Likely’ Rich weighs in on the NFL Draft, Miami Dolphins, Philadelphia Eagles, Arizona Cardinals, Los Angeles Rams, Baltimore Ravens, Game of Thrones and more. Director Peter Farrelly joins Rich in-studio to promote his new Mark Wahlberg/Paul Walter Hauser ‘Balls Up’ comedy on Prime Video, reveals that Brett Favre was actually his third choice for the celebrity cameo in ‘There’s Something about Mary,’ shares his favorite stories about making ‘Kingpin’ with Bill Murray and Woody Harrelson, his upcoming movie about the making of ‘Rocky’ and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

NFL Insider Tom Pelissero and Rich break down the biggest questions heading into the Draft including which teams are most likely to trade up or trade back, if Head Coach John Harbaugh or GM Joe Schoen will be making the New York Giants’ draft decisions, if we can expect Aaron Rodgers to announce his return/retire decision sometime next week, and if we could see any big-name players dealt before the Raiders are on the clock next Thursday. Steelers DT Cam Heyward tells Rich why he’s all-in on running it back with Aaron Rodgers, weighs in on the readiness of backup QB Will Howard in case Rodgers retires, why he’s returning for a 16th NFL season, new Pittsburgh Head Coach Mike McCarthy, Houston Texans LB Will Anderson Jr’s record-setting extension and if CJ Stroud is likely to get the bag too, discusses Mike Tomlin’s life after coaching, and more. Rich reacts to the Columbus Blue Jackets re-upping their colorful head coach Rick Bowness. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich weighs in on the building intrigue surrounding the 2026 NFL Draft. Actor/comedian Zach Galifianakis joins Rich in-studio to promote his new ‘This Is a Gardening Show’ on Netflix, shares his favorite moments from making ‘The Hangover,’ ‘Between Two Ferns,’ and reveals that he might have once had a soccer scholarship but might have made that up, and reveals how AMC’s ‘The Audacity’ highlights his fear of technology. Rich and caller Jimmy in San Antonio discuss the Spurs’ NBA Playoffs outlook. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich weighs in on the KansasCity Chiefs’ options in the NFL Draft with the 9th overallpick, and reveals his list of teams that should make a bold move to trade up in the draft. (2:09) Bob Odenkirk joins Rich in-studio to plug his new ‘Normal’ film and reveals the extent of the physical training that went into making the action move, discusses his lifelong Chicago Cubs fandom, his time on ‘Saturday Night Live’ where he wrote Chris Farley’s unforgettable Matt Foley “living in van down by the river” motivational speaker sketch, reveals how he landed ‘Breaking Bad’ despite never having seen on second of the show, that he almost wrecked and bought the infamous Suzuki Esteem he drove in ‘Better Call Saul,’ and more. (15:35) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Washington HuskiesRB Jonah Coleman and Rich discuss NFL Draft stock and rise up many team’s draft boards, and more. (2:20) Basketball Hall of Famer Chris Webber and Rich preview the NBA Playoffs including why Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets better not overlook Anthony Edwards and the Minnesota Timberwolves, weighs in on LaMelo Ball’s tripping of Bam Adebayo, and more. (19:30) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich and the guys react to Steph Curry and the Golden State Warriors’ comeback win in their play-in win over Kawhi Leonard and the Los Angeles Clippers. (5:51) TJ laments the sad state of his sports fandom in the wake of the Clippers’ elimination and the Mets getting swept by the Dodgers. (timestamp) Longtime golfwriter/bestselling author Alan Shipnuck tells Rich why the LIV Golf Tour is likely to shutter when the current season is over, if golfers who signedmulti-million dollar deals with LIV will ever see another dime if LIV folds, how the PGA Tour will punish golfers who defected to the upstart tour, and why Rory McIlroy is far from done when it comes to winning majors. (timestamp) Rich weighs in on the placement of his photo alongside other NFL Network talent on a prom for the NFL Draft. (timestamp) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

"Bow Down. All Hail The Queen!" 14-time Women's World Champion Charlotte Flair joined the show in advance of her Fatal 4-way match (alongside her partner Alexa Bliss) for the WWE Women's Tag Team Championship. Charlotte shared how her legendary career got started, how she's handled unfavorable crowd reactions, things that she wished she had done with her character over the years and more. Also, Charlotte and O'Shea share notes on being the children of very accomplished fathers: "Nature Boy" Ric Flair and Ice Cube. O'Shea and T.J. also reveal that will be hosting a Wrestlemania 42 Pre-Show for ESPN2 this Friday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich and the guys debate if the Rams should draft Ty Simpson to be Matthew Stafford’s successor or trade for an established star QB instead (ahem, Joe Burrow). (3:37) Rich reveals his PowerRankings of his top 10 NBA playoff teams that will raise the eyebrow of many a Boston Celtics fan. (12:45) Actor/comedian David Spade joins Rich in-studio to promote his new ‘The Busboys’ comedy movie and his ‘Fly on the Wall’ podcast with Dana Carvey, reveals what Chris Rock said to Kobe Bryant during their famous one-sided courtside conversation at a Lakers game once, weighs in on Kyler Murrary’s departure from his beloved Arizona Cardinals, and more. (17:48) Rich and the guys discuss of the Miami Dolphins should or should not trade RB De’Von Achane. (37:33) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer’s NFL Draft Analyst Todd McShay and Rich break down his NFL Mock Draft 4.0 that features some blockbuster trades involving the Dallas Cowboys, New York Jets, New Orleans Saints and others, weighs in on the intriguing depth of this year’s wide receiver class, and explains why he projects the Arizona Cardinals trading back into the late 1st round to select Alabama QB Ty Simpson. (1:13) Jets fan Rich lays out why New York should NOT draft Simpson, and should wait on the loaded 2027 NFL Draft QB class instead. (22:25) Red Sox fan Brockman reacts to Andruw Monasterio’s embarrassing ABC challenge in Boston’s loss to the Twins. (27:09) The guys weigh in on the epic postgame rant by Blue Jackets Head Coach Rick Bowness after Columbus’ latest loss during a tough patch. (36:59) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich and the guys react to the Charlotte Hornets’ OT win over the Miami Heat in their play-in game that was marred by an injury to Bam Adedayo when he was tripped by LaMelo Ball early in the contest. (2:12) Ohio State WR Carnell Tate and Rich discuss his NFL Draft stock and weighs in on which team could select him next Thursday night, how he chose OSU when coming out of high school, has some good-natured back-and-for about the Buckeyes-Wolverines’ heated rivalry, and more. (18:35) Rich and the guys react to the latest NFL Mock Draft from The Ringer’s Todd McShay. (34:59) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

WWE Superstar Cody Rhodes and Rich preview the upcoming WrestleMania 42 in Las Vegas and the addition of Pat McAfee to the annual showcase, reveals the moment when he was 8-years-old that sold him on a career in wrestling, and more. Actor Andrew McCarthy joins Rich in-studio to discuss his new ‘Who Needs Friends’ book, reflects on the ‘Brat Pack’ era of 80’s movies, and shares his favorite stories about ‘Pretty in Pink,’ ‘St. Elmo’s Fire,’ ‘Weekend at Bernie’ and more in a round of ‘Celebrity True or False.’ Wrap up the show with a caller! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

NBC Sports’ Anthony Rizzo joins Rich in-studio where he weighs in on what makes Yankees star Aaron Judge such an extraordinary player, what could be the Dodgers’ Achilles heel as they strive for a 3rd-straight World Series win, ranks the best young players in MLB today, explains why ABS is making umpires better at their job, and reacts to Mike Del Tufo’s combo Yankees/Dodgers cap. (1:32) Rich and the guys react to the UCLA-heavy WNBA Draft, and discuss which sporting events should follow The Masters’ policy of not allowing fans to bring cell phones into the venue. (22:35) Rich shares some behind-the-scenes stories about his recent hosting of ESPN’s ‘SportsCenter.’ (36:11) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich and Chris Brockman debate if CJ Stroud has done enough already to earn a long-term contract extension from the Houston Texans. (4:43) Emmy Award-winning actor Tony Shalhoub joins Rich in-studio to promote his new MGM+ ‘American Classic’ comedy series starring Kevin Kline, his time making ‘Men in Black,‘Galaxy Quest,’ ‘Monk,’ and ‘The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel,’ and says why hi sbeloved hometown Green Bay Packers will win the NFC North next season instead of the Chicago Bears. (16:55) Rich and Brockman react to the latest on the possibility of the Philadelphia Eagles trading WR AJ Brown. (39:00) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

ESPN’s Joe Tessitore joinsRich in-studio where he reveals how growing up in a loud, passionate Italian family perfectly prepared him for a career in sportscasting, previews the biggest storylines to watch in the WWE’s upcoming WrestleMania 42, and more. (1:26) ESPN’s Matt Miller and Rich preview the NFL Draft including the possibility of the New York Jets or Dallas Cowboys trading up, the Miami Dolphins’ draft strategy and possible first-round picks, which player’s stock is rising the most, where Norte Dame RB Jeremiyah Love could land, and the ongoing 1st-round/2nd-round debate surrounding Alabama QB Ty Simpson. (20:33) Rich recaps his night hosting‘SportsCenter’ from ESPN’s Bristol, Connecticut headquarters for the first time since 2003. (35:35) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport joins Rich in-studio where he reveals what goes into being an NFL Insider, discusses the intrigue surrounding possible trades at the top of the NFL Draft, if Alabama QB Ty Simpson will be a 1st or 2nd round draft pick, if the Philadelphia Eagles or Las Vegas Raiders could trade WR AJ Brown and Maxx Crosby, the chances Patrick Mahomes, Kirk Cousins and Deshaun Watson are Week 1 starters next season, and more. (2:02) In ‘Overreaction Monday’ Rich weighs in on the Dallas Cowboys’ and Kansas City Chiefs’ NFL Draft strategy, if the Chargers should trade for AJ Brown, the NBA Playoffs, Stanley Cup Playoff, Rory McIlroy’s back-to-back Masters win, and the suddenly slumping New York Yankees. (34:42) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich and Brockman react to Rory McIlroy going wire-to-wire at Augusta National Golf Club to win back-to-back Masters for the first time since Tiger Woods in 2002. (4:09) Academy Award-winning actress/co-host of ‘The View’ Whoopi Goldberg joins Rich in-studio to discuss her lifelong love of the New York Knicks, the rise of women’s sports and founding her All Women’s Sports Network, reveals how PatrickSwayze helped her land her Oscar-winning role in‘Ghost,’ that she would love to play the villain in a horror move, and more. (20:32) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Former Raiders GM Mike Mayock and Rich discuss Maxx Crosby’s future with the Raiders after the failed trade with the Baltimore Ravens, how Las Vegas QB depth chart with shake out with veteran Kirk Cousins and rookie Fernando Mendoza, if we could see a run on offensive linemen in the first round of the NFL Draft, why he’s torn over Alabama QB Ty Simpson’s chances to succeed as a pro. Rich reveals the Top 5 NFL players he wants to see bounce back from disappointing 2025 seasons including Patrick Mahomes, Cam Skattebo, Jayden Daniels and others. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In ‘What’s More Likely’ Rich weighs in on the Las Vegas Raiders’ quarterbacks room, if Panthers QB Bryce Young or Houston Texans QB CJ Stroud gets an extension first, if the Jacksonville Jaguars or Green Bay Packers have more regret for their big trades that flamed out with season-ending injuries to Travis Hunter and Micah Parsons, the NBA Playoffs, The Masters, and more. NFL Insider Tom Pelissero and Rich discuss the lack of true blue chip prospects in this year’s NFL Draft, if a team like the Dallas Cowboys could make a big move and trade up in the draft, the Jaguars’ decision to make Travis Hunter a full-time cornerback only, the Houston Texans’ long-term plans for CJ Stroud and Will Anderson Jr., and how Alabama QB Ty Simpson compares to San Francisco 49ers QB Brock Purdy. Rich weighs in on the New York Jets’ options with their two first-round NFL Draft picks this year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich and Brockman weigh in on 2026 The Masters and what makes the annual event at Augusta National Golf Club so special. Actress Olivia Munn joins Rich in-studio to promote the new season of her ‘Your Friends and Neighbors’ series co-starring Jon Hamm on AppleTV, reveals that she originally aspired to be a sports sideline reporter before getting into acting, how she landed her ‘Daily Show’ and ‘The Newsroom’ gigs, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich weighs in on whether or not Alabama QB Ty Simpson will be a 1st or 2nd-round pick in the NFL Draft this year. Comedian Nate Bargatze joins Rich in-studio where he promotes his new ‘The Breadwinner’ comedy movie, reveals why teaching young kids to play dice games for money is not the wisest path, debates changing your own flat tires vs letting roadside assistance do it for you, explains how he came up with the idea for his new ‘The Greatest Average American’ game show, calls out Basketball Hall of Famer Ray Allen for not paying off his golf debts, and more. Rich makes a big announcement about the return of the weekly ‘Women’s Sports Now’ shows season 2 move to ESPN. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices