The Rich Eisen Show

Rich weighs in on what the Jets’ pursuit of Aaron Rodgers means for Zach Wilson’s NFL future, says what to read into the 49ers’ signing of Sam Darnold with Trey Lance and Brock Purdy coming off seasons that ended in injury, and explains why Rodgers would be a far better option for the Jets instead of signing Lamar Jackson away from the Baltimore Ravens. 

Rich and the guys react to the New York Giants trading for TE Darren Waller and what it says about Josh McDaniels putting his stamp on the Raiders’ roster, and breaks down what the Dolphins’ latest moves mean for Miami’s 2023 season outlook.

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Rich attempts to make sense of Lamar Jackson’s cryptic tweets in response to reports about a $200M deal he turned down last year from the Baltimore Ravens. 

Seahawks QB Geno Smith tells Rich what advice he, a former New York Jets quarterback, has for Aaron Rodgers if he comes to the Big Apple, and reveals how he reacted to winning the NFL’s Comeback Player of the Year award.

Rich reacts to reports that Aaron Rodgers wants the Jets to sign WR Odell Beckham Jr., the Chargers allowing Austin Ekeler to seek a trade after failing to come to a long-term extension with the running back, and says why the Buffalo Bills should trade for Titans RB Derrick Henry.

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Jets fan Rich vents some frustration at the prolonged wait for Aaron Rodgers to make his decision on whether or not to rubber stamp a trade from the Green Bay Packers.

The MMQB’s Albert Breer tells Rich what could be holding up Aaron Rodgers’ decision on a trade to the Jets, why the Raiders opted to pursue and sign Jimmy Garoppolo instead of Rodgers, what Sam Darnold’s signing means for the 49ers’ QB competition, how Sean Payton’s plan to rebuild the Broncos starts up front with their offensive line, what the free agent market for Lamar Jackson will be like, and the chance we see more trades and jockeying atop the NFL Draft with teams seeking new franchise quarterbacks.

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NFL Films/ESPN producer & analyst Greg Cosell tells Rich what the game tape reveals about top NFL Draft QB prospects Bryce Young, C.J. Stroud, Anthony Richardson and Will Levis, who he thinks the Carolina Panthers should select with the #1 overall pick in the NFL Draft, and how Zach Wilson’s “loose and undisciplined” play torpedoed his 2022 season with the New York Jets. 

In ‘Overreaction Monday’ Rich weighs in on the Bears-Panthers trade for the #1 pick in the NFL Draft, how many QBs will be taken in the draft’s first 5 picks, if the Rams are tanking for USC QB Caleb Williams, what Jalen Ramsey means for the Miami Dolphins’ AFC East outlook, and how Aaron Rodgers’ decision will impact NFL free agency.

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CBS Sports’ Seth Davis tells Rich which teams could emerge as this year’s Cinderellas in college basketball’s NCAA Tournament, if Jim Boeheim was fired or not by Syracuse, how the controversy surrounding the tragic shooting at Alabama could impact the Crimson Tide’s play on the court, and more.

Rich reacts to Jimmy Garoppolo signing with the Raiders and what it means for Aaron Rodgers and the New York Jets, and says why the Rams only getting a 3rd round pick for All-Pro CB Jalen Ramsey does not mean they’re tanking.

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Jets fan Rich reacts to the team still awaiting Aaron Rodgers’ decision on whether or not he wants to play in New York next season, says why he loves the trade the Chicago Bears made with the Panthers to move out of the #1 spot in the NFL Draft, debates which QB Carolina will take first overall, and debates if the Colts will regret not moving up to draft their quarterback of the future or if Indy should trade for Ravens QB Lamar Jackson.

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Rich weighs in on the simmering war of words between the Warriors Draymond Green and the Grizzlies Dillon Brooks. 

Actor Andy Serkis and Rich discuss his new Netflix movie with Idris Elba ‘Luther: the Fallen Sun,’ and reveals some great tidbits about playing Gollum in the ‘Lord of the Rings’ trilogy, Coldplay, Chadwick Boseman and ‘Black Panther,’ ‘Planet of the Apes,’ and his memorable role in the Star Wars prequel series ‘Andor’ in a round of ‘Celebrity True or False.’ 

Rich reacts to the Miami Dolphins picking up the 5th-year option on QB Tua Tagovailoa despite his concussion history, and in ‘What’s More Likely’ weighs in on the Jets, Giants, Rams, Cardinals, Bills, 49ers, Mike Tomlin, Bill Belichick, 76ers and Clippers.

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NFL Network analyst Maurice Jones-Drew joins the show in-studio where he tells Rich why joining forces with Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs would be the best possible landing spot for Odell Beckham Jr., why Aaron Rodgers would be a great fit for the New York Jets, what the game tape showed about Russell Wilson’s poor season with the Denver Broncos, why the Ravens would be foolish to part ways with Lamar Jackson, what new OC Eric Bieniemy brings to the Washington Commanders, why Jimmy Garoppolo is a better option for the Raiders than Aaron Rodgers, and if the New York Giants overpaid for Daniel Jones. 

Rich makes the case for the Las Vegas Raiders to go all-in on acquiring Packers QB Aaron Rodgers.

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Jets fan Rich admits he’s getting a bit antsy about Aaron Rodgers deciding whether or not he wants to leave the Green Bay Packers for New York, and lists his top 5 wildest destinations for Ravens QB Lamar Jackson including the Dallas Cowboys, Miami Dolphins, Detroit Lions, Washington Commanders and Chicago Bears. 

Pro Football Talk’s Mike Florio and Rich discuss his new novel ‘Father of Mine,’ the timeline for an Aaron Rodgers decision on the Jets and if the Raiders and Titans are also in play for the Green Bay Packers QB, why being his own agent his hurting Lamar Jackson and if NFL owners are colluding against the Baltimore Ravens quarterback, and why Baker Mayfield to the Raiders could be the most fascinating free agency move this NFL offseason.

Rich names Devin Booker the Monster.com Athlete of the Week after the Phoenix Suns’ stellar play of late. 

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Rich and the guys react to Raptors guard Fred VanVleet destroying NBA referee Ben Taylor following the Raptors’ loss to the Clippers, and TJ’s Top 5 list celebrating ‘National Get Over It Day’ leads to a heated debate about proper airplane etiquette. 

Emmy-winning actor Matthew Rhys joins Rich in-studio to discuss the new season of HBO’s ‘Perry Mason’ and how he, a native of Wales, does such a perfect American accent, his reaction to Wales’ disappointing World Cup showing, making the acclaimed FX series ‘The Americans,’ his short but memorable role in ‘Cocaine Bear’ and pitches a great idea for a prequel to the hit comedy movie.

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