The Rich Eisen Show

FOX Sports/The Athletic’s Bruce Feldman joins Rich in-studio where he explains why he has the Carolina Panthers selecting Ohio State QB CJ Stroud over Alabama’s Bryce Young with the #1 overall pick in the NFL Draft, why the Colts could opt for Florida’s Anthony Richardson with the 4th pick despite his inconsistent game tape, why he has Kentucky QB Will Levis dropping to the 20thpick, if the Cardinals would be willing to trade the #3 pick and pass on the chance to draft Alabama edge rusher Will Anderson Jr., if Georgia DT Jalen Carter could go in the top 5 despite his off-field troubles, the chances the Minnesota Vikings could select Tennessee QB Hendon Hooker to eventually replace Kirk Cousins, if the Atlanta Falcons and Washington Commanders were wise to opt for Desmond Ridder and Sam Howell instead of pursuing Lamar Jackson, and why Jim Harbaugh’s NFL flirtations haven’t hurt Michigan’s recruiting. 

Rich and the guys discuss why the Falcons and Commanders would benefit on and off the field by adding Lamar Jackson.

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Rich explains why Philadelphia 76ers big man Joel Embiid has earned his vote for NBA MVP, and previews the pivotal game in Los Angeles between the Lakers and Clippers as they jockey for playoff positioning.

ESPN’s Scott Van Pelt calls in from Augusta, Georgia and tells Rich why inclement weather could play a big role at this year’s Masters, how Tiger Woods’ competitive future at Augusta National looks, if the LIV Tour’s Brooks Koepka could contend for the green jacket this week, and why what happens in the Champions Dinner stays in the Champions Dinner.  

Rich and the guys breakdown the group photo from this year’s Masters Champions Dinner.

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Rich and Suzy debate if losing teams should get to visit the White House after First Lady Jill Biden extended invitations to both LSU and Iowa following the Women’s National Championship Game, and Rich explains why Lamar Jackson could take a page out of the pre-draft playbook of embattled NFL Draft prospect Jalen Carter. 

‘Air’ actor & director Ben Affleck tells Rich how he was able to make a highly entertaining movie about Michael Jordan with a Michael Jordan character, portraying Nike founder Phil Knight on the silver screen, if there’s a chance he’ll ever team up with Matt Damon for a ‘Good Will Hunting’ sequel, and his reaction to Ravens QB Lamar Jackson famously using him for meme on Twitter recently.

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ESPN’s Brian Windhorst tells Rich why the resurgent Lakers are a threat in the West then the playoffs role around, why the Dallas Mavericks have faltered since pairing Luka Doncic with Kyrie Irving, when the Golden State Warriors can expect Andrew Wiggins to return from injury, and why NBA teams are salivating over the chance to win the Draft Lottery to select 7’4” wunderkind Victor Wembanyama. 

Rich reacts to a Pro Football Talk report that says Bill Belichick and the Patriots have shopped QB Mac Jones around, and ponders if Lamar Jackson could still be an option for New England.

The show’s voice over announcer Erin Sheehan calls in to go over her amazing NCAA Tournament brackets that had her getting the Final Four correct along with picking UConn to beat San Diego State in the title game.

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Rich recaps UConn’s win over San Diego State in the NCAA Tournament title game and chronicles Huskies’ coach Dan Hurley’s journey from player to championship coach.

ESPN’s Jay Bilas tells Rich why he was not surprised to see UConn win this year’s national championship, what the Huskies’ 5thnational title means for their basketball blue blood standing, his reaction to the controversial LSU-Iowa women’s title game, and how expected #1 overall NBA Draft pick Victor Wembanyama compares to LeBron James when he was entering the league. 

Rich and Suzy recount their commute to the studio today that illustrates which one is the most competitive person in their household.

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NFL Network Reporter Stacey Dales tells Rich why she, a former WNBA All-Star, has big problems with the officiating in the Iowa-LSU women’s national championship game and zero problems with Angel Reese’s postgame taunting/celebrating, says who she thinks the Carolina Panthers will select #1 overall in the NFL Draft, and why whichever team selects Florida QB Anthony Richardson is getting a player of high character in addition to an amazing athlete. 

Academy Award winner Matt Damon reveals to Rich that the new Ben Affleck-directed movie ‘Air’ wouldn’t have been made without Michael Jordan’s blessing, how big a role one decision by Jordan’s mom played in the rise of the Nike empire, how the company revolutionized the sneaker industry, and shares a story that illustrates MJ’s legendary competitiveness and the lengths he’d go to win at everything.  

Rich and the guys react to the best April Fool’s Day pranks on Twitter this year.

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49ers TE Georg Kittle tells Rich how he got involved in Wrestlemania 39 where he and Pat McAfee teamed up against Mike ‘The Miz’ Mizanin, why 2023 might go down is the greatest year for tight ends ever, and his reaction, as an Iowa alum, to the Hawkeyes loss to LSU in the Women’s NCAA Tournament title game and the Angel Reese taunting controversy. 

Rich admits this MLB’s new pitch clock is winning him over after shaving roughly 30 minutes off the average game length through the season’s first weekend.

In his ‘Overreaction Monday’ segment Rich weighs in on the Buffalo Bills, Odell Beckham Jr. high asking price, Lamar Jackson and the Atlanta Falcons, Will Levis’ & the NFL Draft, Giannis Antetokounmpo’s MVP odds, Tiger Woods chances to contend at The Masters, LIV golfers in Augusta, and Wrestlemania 39.

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Rich comments on LSU’s win over Iowa to win the Women’s NCAA Tournament that was overshadowed by Angel Reese’s controversial taunting celebration at the end of the game, and recaps the men’s Final Four that included a thrilling buzzer-beater by San Diego State to end Florida Atlantic’s Cinderella season.

Kanas State guard Markquis Nowell and Rich discuss his spectacular NCAA Tournament where he led the Wildcats to the Elite Eight, if his diminutive 5’7” size will impact his NBA Draft prospects, why he’s fine with Angel Reese’s postgame celebration after LSU’s win over Iowa in the Women’s Final Four title game, how he sees the UConn-San Diego State game playing out, and reveals how a kid from Manhattan wound up in Manhattan Kansas.

Rich weighs in on Lamar Jackson’s situation and says if Joe Burrow’s next contract will impact Lamar’s or vice-versa.

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In his ‘What’s More Likely’ segment Rich weighs in on Lamar Jackson, Bill Belichick, NFL Draft QBs, the Dallas Mavericks, Milwaukee Bucks, Denver Nuggets, Shohei Ohtani, the Dodgers, Padres, Yankees, Mets and more.

Actor/comedian Kevin Hart and Rich discuss his new Roku Channel show ‘Die Hart 2: Die Harter’ featuring John Cena and others, if he considered storming the podium again had the Eagles beat the Chiefs in the Super Bowl, why Philly is in good hands for years to come with Jalen Hurts at quarterback, and if his beloved 76ers can win an NBA title this season. 

To honor the return of Major League Baseball TJ fills out a roster with the best fictional players at each position from classics like

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Rich reacts to the narrative gaining steam in NFL media circles where some Patriots critics are saying Bill Belichick has lost his mojo.

Falcons Head Coach Arthur Smith tells Rich his reaction to the NFL’s latest rounds of rules changes, what factors and player evaluations help shape Atlanta’s NFL Draft board, if newly-signed QB Taylor Heinicke has a shot to unseat incumbent starter Desmond Ridder, if signing Lamar Jackson was ever considered by the team, and breaks down his positioning in this year’s NFL head coaches group photo at the annual owner’s meetings. 

Rich reacts to top QB recruit Jadyn Davis choosing to play at his alma mater Michigan.

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