The Rich Eisen Show

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REShow: Mike Florio - Hour 3 (08-02-21) Aug 02, 2021

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Pro Football Talk’s Mike Florio and guest host Ben Lyons discuss the NFC’s top contenders and which team’s defense could “give Tom Brady fits,” and the top AFC storylines for the 2021 season including Odell Beckham Jr’s return from injury, Tua Tagovailoa’s tenuous hold on the Dolphins starting QB job, the Colts sudden opening on their quarterback depth chart, and why the Steelers will regret bringing back Ben Roethlisberger for one more season.

Rich calls in from the set of Peacock’s ‘Tokyo Gold’ to discuss the latest from the Tokyo Olympics including the feel-good stories that have emerged that illustrates what true sportsmanship is all about, and if the Colts would consider lobbing in a call to Philip Rivers to lure him out of retirement in the wake of Carson Wentz’s foot surgery.

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REShow: Howard Beck & Karl Ravech - Hour 2 (08-02-21) Aug 02, 2021

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Sports Illustrated Senior NBA Writer Howard Beck and guest host Ben Lyons discuss if the Knicks can improve on their surprising success by buffing up the roster via free agency, if the Mavs can bring another player-maker to Dallas to pair up with Luka Doncic, if the Pelicans will be able to keep Zion Williamson when he becomes a free agent, and if we’ll soon see a plethora of bad free NBA contracts a la Luol Deng and Timothy Mozgov.

ESPN’s ‘Baseball Tonight’ host Karl Ravech and Ben discuss the division races heating up between the Red Sox & Yankees and Dodgers & Giants, the Cubs trading away all of their best players, and if the Angels will be able to keep Shohei Ohtani when the 2-way star becomes a free agent in two years.

Ben and the guys wrap up the hour discussing their expectations for Aaron Rodgers and the Packers this season with someone making a bold (actually not so bold) prediction.

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REShow: Jason La Canfora - Hour 1 (08-02-21) Aug 02, 2021

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Guest host Ben Lyons tips off the hour lauding the Lakers’ trade for Russell Westbrook and debating Chris Brockman and TJ Jefferson who think the move was less-than-inspired.

CBS Sports NFL Insider Jason La Canfora tells Ben the short-term and long-term impact of Carson Wentz’s foot surgery and what the Colts’ options are at the QB position and why Wentz’s old team, the Eagles, might be even more upset by the injury, why he’s not buying the Cowboys hype and his pick to win the NFC East this season, and the USMNT’s Gold Cup soccer win over Mexico.

The hour wraps up with Ben telling all Cubs fans to knock off with all the whining about their team trading away all of their stars, and debating Chris Brockman who thinks the Colts got what they deserved by taking a chance on the oft-injured Carson Wentz.

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REShow: Steve Wyche & Rich Eisen - Hour 3 (07-30-21) Jul 30, 2021

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NFL Network Reporter Steve Wyche and guest host Ryan Leaf discuss Deshaun Watson’s situation in Houston and reveals that the Texans have engaged in preliminary talks about trading the embattled QB, what the Falcons’ outlook is with a brand-new coach combined with an aging quarterback in Matt Ryan, why the Packers need to solidify their QB succession plan despite the return of Aaron Rodgers, and which NFL QB is under the most pressure to succeed this season.

Rich calls in his duties on Peacock’s ‘Tokyo Gold’ recapping the top Olympics stories from the last 24 hours, some NFL talk, and his reaction to the big trades in the NBA and MLB that saw stars like Max Scherzer, Russell Westbrook and others on the move.

Ryan and the guys wrap up the hour breaking down the Win Total projections for the Steelers, and debate if the Rams or Chargers will be the more successful L.A. team this season.

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REShow: Bob Nightengale - Hour 2 (07-30-21) Jul 30, 2021

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Chris Brockman begins the hour revealing his BOLD Tim Tebow prediction to guest host Ryan Leaf and TJ Jefferson.

USA Today MLB Columnist Bob Nightengale and the guys break down the big baseball trades over the past two days including the Dodgers’ blockbuster deal to land Max Scherzer and Trea Turner, Anthony Rizzo and Joey Gallo to the Yankees and more.

Ryan and the guys reveal their love of indulging in bad stadium food, and why bad movie theatre food is even more irresistible.

The guys wrap up the hour debating whether or not the Lakers made a good move in trading for Wizards guard Russell Westbrook.

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REShow: Jeff Darlington - Hour 1 (07-30-21) Jul 30, 2021

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Rich Eisen Show guest host Ryan Leaf, Chris Brockman and TJ Jefferson start the hour discussing the expectations for Aaron Rodgers this season and wonder when the 3-time NFL MVP will begin showing his age.

ESPN NFL Reporter Jeff Darlington and Ryan discuss expectations for the Packers this season now that reigning MVP Aaron Rodgers is back in the fold, if Covid-19 vaccinations will be a divisive issue in NFL locker rooms this season, why the Houston Texans seem like an expansion team and why they won’t be trading Deshaun Watson anytime soon.

Ryan and the guys wrap up the hour reacting to the news that Colts QB Carson Wentz is out indefinitely with a foot injury.

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REShow: John McClain, John Cena & Holly McPeak - Hour 3 (07-29-21) Jul 29, 2021

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The Houston Chronicle’s John McLain and guest host Suzy Shuster discuss the latest in the Deshaun Watson situation and reveals that the embattled QB is on the field at Texans camp but doing little more than standing around and checking his cellphone, the Rockets’ plans for the #2 pick in the NBA Draft, and why Covid-19 will continue to be one of the top stories throughout the upcoming NFL season.

Actor/WWE Superstar John Cena and Rich discuss his new movie ‘The Suicide Squad,’ his less-than-illustrious football career and whether Tom Brady is stalking him or vice-versa, and how he’s finally reached a point in his career where he’s truly enjoying himself be it in the wresting ring or on the silver screen.

3-time Olympian Holly McPeak and Suzy discuss beach volleyball and beach handball’s controversial uniform requirements.

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REShow: Joe Maddon & Rich Eisen - Hour 2 (07-29-21) Jul 29, 2021

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Angels Manager Joe Maddon and guest host Suzy Shuster discuss the marvel that is Shohei Ohtani, how he makes his job a lot easier, why the two-way star deserves to be the AL MVP despite playing on a so-so team, and when we can expect to see the return of Mike Trout to the Halos’ lineup.

Rich calls in from the set of Peacock’s ‘Tokyo Gold’ with his reaction to the Jets finally signing first round pick Zach Wilson and Aaron Rodgers’ press conference following his return to the Packers, and the top moments from the past 24 hours at the Olympics.

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REShow: Andrew Brandt - Hour 1 (09-29-21) Jul 29, 2021

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Rich Eisen Show guest host Suzy Shuster, Chris Brockman and TJ Jefferson start the hour recapping the latest in the world of sports including the Olympics, the NBA Draft, and Dak Prescott’s shoulder injury.

Former Packers executive Andrew Brandt tells Suzy why he was not surprised by Aaron Rodgers’ candor during his press conference after his return to the team, and if he thinks Rodgers can take the Packers to another Super Bowl.

Brockman wraps up the hour with the latest from the NFL including tidbits on the Saints, WFT, Todd Gurley and more.

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REShow: Marshall Faulk - Hour 3 (07-28-21) Jul 28, 2021

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Rich Eisen Show guest host Suzy Shuster, Chris Brockman and TJ Jefferson start the hour debating which breakfast cereal is the best and reveal their idiosyncrasies when it comes to milk.

Suzy and the guys react to Aaron Rodgers’ soul-baring press conference upon his return to the Packers.

Hall of Fame running back Marshall Faulk and Suzy react to Rodgers ending his Packers holdout and explains why the disgruntled QB had a right to be upset with the Green Bay brass, and Simone Biles’ withdrawal from the Olympics’ Women’s Gymnastics competition.

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