The Rich Eisen Show
ESPN, Rich Eisen Productions, Rich Eisen
The Rich Eisen Show mixes expert sports analysis with pop culture, humor and insightful interviews. Rich attracts the most recognizable names across sports and entertainment from athletes and coaches like Deion Sanders, Patrick Mahomes, Tom Brady, and Aaron Rodgers, to celebrities like Larry David, Arnold Schwarzenegger, and Oscar winners Matt Damon, Jodie Foster, Matthew McConaughey, Regina King, and Morgan Freeman. The Emmy-nominated show originates out of Los Angeles and airs live weekdays Noon-3PM ET/9AM-Noon PT on Disney+, ESPN+ and on ESPN Radio and SiriusXM Channel 80 nationally. In addition, the show is available on-demand with ESPN Podcasts on Apple Podcasts, iHeart Podcasts, Amazon Music, Spotify and other podcast platforms. Eisen said, 'After all these years of seeing TV add 10 pounds, I'm hoping phones and tablets will only add 5.'
Episodes
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Nov 5, 2026 • 47min
Hour 3: The Ringer’s Todd McShay Talks ’27 NFL Draft QB Class, plus ‘Back to the Future’ Sports Time Travel
Todd McShay, The Ringer’s longtime NFL draft analyst, surveys the rising and falling quarterbacks in the 2027 class, including Arch Manning’s rocky Texas journey and possible next steps. He also weighs Jeremiah Smith as the Chargers’ ideal No. 1 pick. Then, a Back to the Future-inspired sports time machine imagines wild standings, surprise contenders, and bold NFL futures.
Nov 5, 2026 • 47min
Hour 2: Vikings Starting Wentz, Aiyuk’s Teammates Weigh In, plus ESPN’s Mina Kimes
Mina Kimes, ESPN analyst, writer, and television personality, joins the NFL conversation. She weighs in on Dallas’ baffling inconsistency, Jonathan Taylor’s best landing spot, and whether the AFC playoff field is already set. The discussion also covers Kansas City’s need for a deep threat, Carson Wentz taking over in Minnesota, and Brandon Aiyuk’s curious attempt to return to San Francisco.
Nov 5, 2026 • 47min
Hour 1: Jaguars vs Ravens TNF Preview, Rich’s Top 5, Higher Register, plus Brian Urlacher
Brian Urlacher, the Hall of Fame linebacker and longtime Chicago Bear, joins a lively NFL discussion. He talks Caleb Williams’ rise, Jeffery Simmons’ defensive impact, Ben Johnson’s new team identity, and Chicago’s Super Bowl hurdles. Urlacher also shares a classic Mike Ditka story and jokes about his hair transplant. Plus, Jaguars-Ravens stakes, surprise playoff contenders, and bold takes on the Cowboys and Chargers.
Nov 5, 2026 • 1h 15min
Halloween Havoc, Raw, SD Recap / Blood and Guts preview / LeBron, Luka & more!
Cruz Montana’s shocking arrival threatens to reshape The Bloodline. Wrestling takes center stage with Ethan Page’s title win, John Cena’s new invitational, fiery promos, Halloween Havoc highlights, and previews of CM Punk’s match and AEW’s Blood and Guts. Plus, LeBron’s impact in Philadelphia, Luka Doncic’s MVP surge, Memphis’s rise, and the NBA’s injury challenges.
Nov 4, 2026 • 47min
Hour 3: Seahawks Sit Darnold, Eagles Start Joe Milton, plus Comedian Jake Lambert
Jake Lambert, a British comedian, writer, and podcaster known for sharp one-liners and storytelling, joins the conversation. He shares how Twitter jokes became an international stand-up career, the origins of Had Worse Mondays, and his unlikely devotion to the Green Bay Packers. The discussion also tackles Sam Darnold’s Seahawks absence, Joe Milton’s Eagles opportunity, and Baltimore’s Jacoby Brissett trade.
Nov 4, 2026 • 47min
Hour 2: NFL Power Rankings, Shedeur Could Start for Browns, plus Actor Adam Driver In-Studio
Adam Driver, the Oscar-nominated actor known for Star Wars and Marriage Story, joins the conversation. He discusses Paper Tiger, his role in Heat 2, favorite Saturday Night Live moments, and an unrealized Kylo Ren prequel developed with Steven Soderbergh. Plus, NFL power rankings, Shedeur Sanders nearing a Browns start, Notre Dame’s playoff case, and Jack Campbell’s injury update.
Nov 4, 2026 • 47min
Hour 1: Ravens QB Woes, CFP Rankings Reactions, plus Kurt Warner on If Caleb is “Elite”
Kurt Warner, Pro Football Hall of Fame quarterback and NFL analyst, joins the conversation on Caleb Williams’ rise, Chicago’s statement win over Seattle, and the Broncos-Chiefs showdown. He also discusses Kyler Murray’s job security, Joe Fagnano’s sudden Ravens opportunity, Cam Ward’s breakout performance, and Notre Dame’s surprising CFP ranking.
Nov 3, 2026 • 47min
Hour 3: Steelers DT Cam Heyward, plus Actor Rex Linn In-Studio
Cam Heyward, Steelers defensive tackle and podcast personality, revisits Pittsburgh’s win over Cleveland, Jared Verse’s trash talk, team MVP candidates, Aaron Rodgers’ high standards, a proposed blowout rule and Mike Tomlin’s future. Actor Rex Linn, known for Better Call Saul and Breaking Bad, discusses Apple TV+’s Stick, filming with Rhea Seehorn, Alzheimer’s research and his advice for Texas football and Arch Manning.
Nov 3, 2026 • 47min
Hour 2: ‘Overreaction Tuesday,’ Seahawks’ Next Steps, plus Jerry Jones Gets Defensive
Seattle’s playoff hopes take a hit after a stunning defensive collapse against Chicago, while the Bears surge into the Super Bowl conversation. Jerry Jones defends Dallas’ coaching philosophy amid questions about spending. The NFC West and wide-open NFC East face intense playoff drama, Baltimore weighs a quarterback move, and Luka Dončić ignites the Lakers.
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Nov 3, 2026 • 47min
Hour 1: Bears-Seahawks Reactions, plus ESPN CFB Analyst/Host Josh Pate
Josh Pate, a college football analyst and creator of Josh Pate’s College Football Show, joins the discussion on Caleb Williams’ statement win for Chicago and the Bears’ championship potential. They explore Ohio State’s playoff outlook without Julian Sayin, the Alabama-LSU showdown, SEC bid chaos, BYU-Utah stakes, Bob Chesney’s UCLA turnaround, and Notre Dame-Miami’s renewed rivalry.
