The Rich Eisen Show

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• Hour 3: Rich’s ‘4-Downs’ Giants Season Preview, plus Emmy-Winning Actor Eric Braeden In-Studio 17.07.2026 46min

  Rich previews the Giants’ season with the top 4 questions facing new HC John Harbaugh, QB Jaxson Dart and others heading into NFL training camps. Emmy-winning actor Eric Braeden tells Rich he only planned to be on ‘The Young and the Restless’ for a few months when he first landed the Victor Newman role 46 years ago, breaks down the thrilling 2026 World Cup and invokes his soap opera alter ego to reenact scenes from famous sports movies including ‘A League of Their Own,’ ‘Caddyshack,’ ‘Any Given Sunday,’ and ‘ Dodgeball: a True Underdog Story.’ Rich plays the ‘NFL Win-Loss Game’ with a San Francisco 49ers fan. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
• Hour 2: ‘What’s More Likely,’ Messi’s GOAT-ness, Brockman’s Top 5, plus Flavor Flav 17.07.2026 46min

  Rich and the guys marvel over the greatness of Argentina’s Lionel Messi, and in ‘What’s More Likely’ Rich weighs in on the return from injury timeline for Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes and 49ers TE George Kittle, the Rams, Seahawks, Cowboys, the World Cup, LeBron James’ next team, and more.   Public Enemy’s Flavor Flav and Rich discuss is lifelong New York Giants fandom, reveals the origin story behind his new SHE Weekend event in Las Vegas to celebrate women’s sports and athletes, his dream to compete for the USA Skeleton Team in the Winter Olympics, and recalls the time he pranked Tyra Banks on MTV’s ‘Punk’d.’    Brockman (against his will) completes his Hour 1 homework assignment by coming up with slights of Patrick Mahomes, Cristiano Ronaldo, Kevin Durant, Tom Brady, and Shohei Ohtani. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
• Hour 1: Giannis’ Heat Intro, LeBron James Intrigue, Rich’s Top 5, plus NFL Insider Tom Pelissero 17.07.2026 46min

  Rich and the guys react to Giannis Antetokounmpo’s Heat introduction and debate if LeBron James should sign with Miami or the Golden State Warriors, and Rich reveals his tongue-in-cheek Top 5 list of athletes Brockman should insult next after stirring up this week’s news cycle with his LeBron hot take. NFL Insider Tom Pelissero and Rich discuss the possibility of an Aaron Donald return to the Los Angeles Rams, if Kirk Cousins is the Raiders’ presumptive starting quarterback over rookie Fernando Mendoza, how the Browns, Vikings and Falcons QB competitions could play out, how much Lamar Jackson, Baker Mayfield and CJ Stroud can expect to get paid in their next contract extensions, and explains how the 2027 NFL Combine could have a big impact on free agency due to changes in the league’s calendar year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
• Hour 3: Titans ‘4-Downs’ Season Preview, plus ‘The Odyssey’ Star Matt Damon In-Studio 16.07.2026 46min

  Rich previews the Titans’ season with the top 4 questions facing Tennessee heading into NFL training camps. Rich and the guys react to LeBron James’ soundbite about Brockman saying he won’t be a factor in his next team’s chances to make the playoffs. Academy Award winner Matt Damon joins Rich in-studio to promote the new Christopher Nolan ‘The Odyssey’ blockbuster, says he’s ready, willing and able to get in front of the camera for more sequels to ‘The Bourne Identity’ and ‘Ocean’s 11,’ weighs in on the World Cup, his love of the New England Patriots, his hatred of MLB’s pitch clock, reveals the role Michael Jordan played in casting ‘Air,’ and revisits the classic Tom Brady skit he did with Rich for ‘Jimmy Kimmel Live.’ ‘Women’s Sports Now’ host Suzy Shuster joins the show where she weighs in on the latest controversy surrounding Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
• Hour 2: Handicapping the NFC, Taylor Twellman Talks World Cup, plus LeBron Free Agency Update 16.07.2026 45min

  Rich plays the ‘NFL Win-Loss Game’ with a VERY optimistic Seattle Seahawks fan, and the guys breakdown how the highly-competitive NFC could play out this season. ESPN’s Taylor Twellman and Rich break down the World Cup including Argentina’s latest thrilling comeback to advance to the final vs Spain, breaks down what England Manager Thomas Tuchel did so very wrong after going up 1-0, says why he has zero issues with Jude Bellingham confronting Lionel Messi mid-game, breaks down the intriguing Spain vs Argentina showdown, and the mindset of goal keepers when a level up soccer match goes to penalty kicks. Rich and the guys react to LeBron James’ latest comments about Brockman saying he won’t be a factor in his next team’s chances to make the playoffs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
• Hour 1: England-Argentina World Cup Reaction, plus Notre Dame QB CJ Carr Talks CFP & Heisman 16.07.2026 45min

  Rich and the guys react to yet another thrilling comeback by Lionel Messi and Argentina to beat England to advance to meet Spain in Sunday’s World Cup final. Notre Dame QB CJ Carr tells Rich why he opted for the Fighting Irish despite his family’s deep ties to the University of Michigan, reveals why players would run through a wall for head coach Marcus Freeman, says how much their College Football Playoff snub will motivate the Irish this season, and how he’s handling being the Heisman Trophy frontrunner.    Michigan alum Rich laments that the Wolverines won’t play Notre Dame until the 2033 season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
• NCW talks New World Champions, Summer Slam, and Who Is The Greatest! 16.07.2026 1t 28min

  After a week off, O'Shea and T.J. return to the pod and there's a lot to dissect. From CM Punk and Kenny Omega becoming World Champions, to Roman Reigns and Seth Rollins taking us down memory lane things are heating up in the world of pro wrestling. The guys also discuss the Big 3, Rich Eisen's appearance on Stephanie McMahon's "What's Your Story" podcast and they each create a Fantasy Wrestling Faction! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
• Hour 3: Rich’s NFL QB Power Rankings, Cardinals Preview, plus ESPN’s Dave McMenamin on LeBron’s Free Agency 15.07.2026 46min

  ESPN’s Dave McMenamin and Rich break down the latest in LeBron James’ free agency including which teams and which players are going full-court press on the 4-time NBA champion, the timeline for LBJ’s big decision, his top takeaways from the NBA Summer League, and more. (3:27)  Rich power ranks the top ten quarterbacks in the NFL among Josh Allen, Patrick Mahomes, Matthew Stafford, Lamar Jackson, Joe Burrow, and others.  (22:30)   Rich previews the Cardinals’ season with the top 4 questions facing Arizona heading into NFL training camps. (37:38)  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
• Hour 2: LeBron’s Next Team Debate, TJ Plays Cowboys’ ‘Win-Loss Game,’ plus Mardy Fish In-Studio 15.07.2026 46min

  Rich and the guys debate if LeBron James would be better off signing with the Heat, 76es, Warriors or Cavaliers. Die-hard fan TJ plays the ‘NFL Win-Loss Game’ for his beloved Dallas Cowboys. (2:08) Former top 10 ATP tennis player Mardy Fish joins Rich in-studio to celebrate his 3rd win at the American Century Championship celebrity golf tournament, reveals who his dream golf foursome would be and what it’s like to play a round with the VERY competitive Michael Jordan, if an American will ever rise to the top of men’s tennis again, and more.  (19:40) The guys react to Spain stifling Kylian Mbappe and France to reach the World Cup Final. (38:55) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
• Hour 1: LeBron Responds to Brockman’s Hot Take, plus ESPN’s Scott Van Pelt 15.07.2026 46min

  Rich and the guys react to LeBron James’ reaction to Brockman saying the 41-year-old free agent would essentially be a non-factor in taking whichever team he signs with to the playoffs on yesterday’s show. (4:35)  ESPN’s Scott Van Pelt and Rich discuss the importance of ESPY Day and fundraising for the V-Foundation, previews this week’s Open Championship at Royal Birkdale, and more.  (20:06)  Rich discusses the lastinglegacy of ‘SportsCenter’ legend Stuart Scott and his important role in advancing cancer research long after his passing in 2015. Rich plays the ‘NFL Win-Loss Game’ with a Philadelphia Eagles fan. (35:36) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
• Hour 3: Jason Garrett Talks Cowboys, Dez Catch Controversy & More 14.07.2026 47min

  ‘Football Night in America’ Analyst Jason Garrett and Rich discuss Dak Prescott’s unexpected rise from 4th-round draft pick to becoming one of the top QBs in the NFL, says why he’ll go to his grave believing Dez Bryant made that overturned catch against the Green Bay Packers, breaks down the Dallas Cowboys’ 2026 outlook after revamping their defense this offseason, and the pressure facing Sean McVay to lead the Los Angeles Rams back to a Super Bowl win, his new ‘Coach 2 Coach’ podcast, and more.   Rich and the guys debate if MLB should allow players to participate in the 2028 Olympics which could involve shutting down the season for a couple of weeks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
• Hour 2: Jets ‘4 Downs’ Preview, plus ESPN NFL Writer Jeremy Fowler Talks NFL QB Rankings 14.07.2026 46min

  Rich previews the Jets’ season with the top 4 questions facing New York heading into training camp. ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler and Rich discuss his recent story listing NFL coaches and personnel executives ranking the league’s top quarterbacks and running backs, what an Aaron Donald return to the Rams would mean for L.A.’s Sean McVay/Matthew Stafford combo, the expectations for Cincinnati Bengals QB Joe Burrow this season, and more.   Rich, Brockman and TJ debate what to expect from Bengals QB Joe Burrow this season Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
• Hour 1: MLB Home Run Derby Reactions, plus Taylor Twellman Talks World Cup Semifinals 14.07.2026 46min

  Rich and the guys weigh in on how the new MLB All-Star Game Home Run Derby played out this year with St. Louis Cardinals OF Jordan Walker beating Phillies slugger Kyle Schwarber in a thriller. ESPN’s Taylor Twellman and Rich preview the much-anticipated World Cup semifinals between France and Spain, and England vs Argentina, the thrilling race to win the Golden Boot among Messi, Mbappe, Harry Kane and others, and break down what the USMNT can take away from this year’s WC showing and how the USA can get past the round of 16 four years from now.   Rich weighs in on the current state of youth sports in America. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
• Hour 3: Overreaction Monday, Rich’s Raiders ‘4 Downs’ Preview, plus Lou Diamond Phillips In-Studio 13.07.2026 47min

  Rich recaps Chris Brockman’s Las Vegas Wedding to comedian/’Women’s Sports Now’ co-host Sarah Tiana. In ‘Overreaction Monday’ Rich weighs in on Chargers QB Justin Herbert, the Tennessee Titans, Boston Red Sox, MLB’s Home Run Derby, a possible Kylian Mbappe vs Lionel Messi France vs Argentina World Cup final, and Jannik Sinner’s Wimbledon win. Actor Lou Diamond Phillips joins Rich in-studio to promote his new ‘Gangland’ film, getting his career-altering break in ‘La Bamba,’ shares some great stories about making the iconic ‘Young Guns’ cowboy movie with Charlie Sheen, Kiefer Sutherland and Emelio Estevez, and more.   In ‘4 Downs’ Rich previews the Raiders’ season with the top 4 questions facing Las Vegas heading into training camp. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
• Hour 2: Rich’s ACC Tahoe Golf Recap, plus Maurice Edu Talks World Cup Semifinals & USMNT 13.07.2026 46min

  FOX Sports’ Soccer Analyst Morris Edu and Rich break down the World Cup’s much-anticipated France vs Spain and England vs Argentina semifinals, the controversies that helped end Norway’s and Switzerland’s Cinderella runs, and his biggest takeaways from the USMNT’s inspiring but ultimately disappointing WC run. Rich recaps his memorable/very forgettable weekend competing at the 2026 American Century Championship celebrity golf tournament The guys weigh in on the red-hot Boston Red Sox and the ongoing New York Mets’ misery. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
• Hour 1: World Cup Reactions, plus ESPN’s Seth Wickersham Talks Broncos & Seahawks’ Sale 13.07.2026 46min

  Rich and the guys react to the latest in the World Cup and lament that there are no thrilling tournament games being played today. ESPN’s Seth Wickersham and Rich discuss is recent story based on his deep dive behind-the-scenes access to Broncos Head Coach Sean Payton during their 2025 playoffs run, the Denver coach’s wild plan to let Bill Belichick coach the Broncos until he surpassed Don Shula as the NFL’s all-time winningest coach, and the Seattle Seahawks’ record-setting sale for nearly $10B. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
• Hour 3: Josh Alper, Pro Football Talk 10.07.2026 46min

  We continue "LeBron Watch" and speculate which team he will land on. We hear from Pro Football Talk's Josh Alper, and finish things off checking the "World Wide Webber". Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
• Hour 2: Andy McCullough, MLB Writer for The Athletic 10.07.2026 46min

  Andy McCullough, MLB Writer for The Athletic joins the show to try and explain what's wrong with the Yankees. Plus some final USA World Cup thoughts, and Conor McGregor makes his return to UFC. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
• Hour 1: Kawhi trade on pause 10.07.2026 46min

  Brian Webber fills in for Rich & has the latest on the Kawhi Leonard trade. Plus can anyone beat the Dodgers? and we dive into NFL training camps. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
• Hour 3: Jason Jones, The Athletic 09.07.2026 46min

  Dan Schwartzman is filling in for Rich and dives into the NFL offseason and what are we expecting from Patrick Mahomes coming off his ACL injury. Dan chats with Jason Jones of the Athletic and goes around the NBA as the world waits for LeBron. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices