Best Main Event Report Podcasts (2025)

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Lakers legend Michael Cooper joins Jim to discuss 35:29

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5-Time NBA Champion and Lakers Legend Michael Cooper how perseverance and determination was the cornerstone of a Hall of Fame career. Coop discusses his time with the Showtime Lakers and their 5 Championship runs, what Kareem told him the 1st time they met, and what it took to play defense against Larry Bird. Cooper also recounts his time in the WN…

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Hour 3: NFL Week 10 ‘Higher Register,’ plus ‘Stranger Things’ Star Brett Gelman In-Studio 46:36

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Rich weighs in on Sauce Gardner’s first press conference as a member of the Indianapolis Colts, and previews NFL Week 10 with Brockman and TJ with their ‘Higher Register’ their less-than-ringing belief in Caleb Williams and the Chicago Bears, the New York Jets, and the Philadelphia Eagles vs Green Bay Packers as an NFC Title Game preview. Actor Bre…

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Hour 2: Broncos vs Raiders Preview, plus Former NFL Exec Joe Banner 46:27

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Rich previews Thursday Night Football and lays out what’s at stake forthe 2-6 Las Vegas Raiders and 7-2 Denver Broncos. Former NFL front office exec Joe Banner and Rich discuss the New YorkJets trading Sauce Gardner to the Indianapolis Colts and Quinnen Williams to the Dallas Cowboys for multiple 1st-round draft picks, what theMiami Dolphins must d…

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Hour 1: NFL Week 10’s Pivotal Divisional Games, Tua Job Security, plus Iowa Head Coach Kirk Ferentz 46:12

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Rich previews NFL Week 10’s top games including Rams vs 49ers, Jaguars vs Texans, Steelers vs Chargers, Eagles vs Packers, Patriots vs Buccaneers and other pivotal matchups. Rich weighs in on Miami Dolphins QB Tua Tagovailoa’s response when asked if he’s playing for his job this week against the Buffalo Bills, and reacts to the stunning death of Da…

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Hour 3: CFP Rankings Reactions, Bill O’Brien’s Rant, plus the MMQB’s Albert Breer 46:49

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The MMQB/Sports Illustrated’s Albert Breer and Rich discuss the NFL Trade Deadline including the Jets dealing their two best defenders in CB Sauce Gardner and DT Quinnen Williams to the Indianapolis Colts and Dallas Cowboys and what their acquisition of multiple first-round picks means for New York’s future, how close the Kansas City Chiefs came to…

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Hour 2: NFL Power Rankings, Colts’ Jones Plans, plus Chargers S Derwin James 46:34

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Jets fan Rich examines the Sauce Gardner trade from the Colts’ perspective and what it means for Indianapolis’ belief in Daniel Jones as their franchise QB, and reveals some big shakeups atop his latest NFL Power Rankings heading into Week 10. Chargers All-Pro Safety Derwin James tells Rich how the team maintains its “next man up” mentality in the …

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Hour 1: Jets’ Rebuild Skepticism, plus NFL Network’s Kurt Warner 46:21

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Jets fan Rich weighs in on New York trading away its two best defensive players, Sauce Gardner and Quinnen Williams, and what the accumulation of 1st-round draft picks bodes for the team’s long-term outlook. Pro Football Hall of Famer/NFL Network analyst Kurt Warner and Rich discuss the latest injury to Washington Commanders QB Jayden Daniels, if C…

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Episode 606: Fright Night 3:09:51

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This week on the Experience, Jim reviews AEW Dynamite & WWE Smackdown highlights! Plus Jim talks about Dynamite ratings, Mike Rotunda, Braun Strowman's eating show, Andrew losing his crown, and much more! Thanks to our episode sponsors: SHOPIFY: Sign up for your $1 per month trial and start selling today at shopify.com/jce. DRAFTKINGS CASINO: Downl…

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Hour 3: Jets/Cowboys Blockbuster Quinnen Williams Trade, plus ‘Overreaction Tuesday’ 46:48

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Jets fan Rich reacts to New Yorks’ second massive trade of the day, sending DT Quinnen Williams to the Dallas Cowboys. In ‘Overreaction Tuesday’ Rich weighs in on Kyler Murray’s future as the Arizona Cardinals’ starting quarterback, how the rest of the Cowboys’ season could unfold, how many teams the NFC North will send to the playoffs, if we’ll se…

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Hour 2: Jets Trade Sauce to Colts Reaction, plus North Texas QB Drew Mestemaker 46:33

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Jets fan Rich reacts to the breaking news what New York is trading All-Pro CB Sauce Gardner to the Indianapolis Colts for two first-round draft picks and WR Adonai Mitchell. North Texas QB Drew Mestemaker and Rich discuss his improbable football journey from never starting a varsity game at quarterback in high school to leading the nation in passin…

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Hour 1: Cowboys-Cardinals Reactions, plus Ravens RB Derrick Henry 46:35

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Rich react to Dallas falling to 3-5-1 on the season after getting “thumped” by the Arizona Cardinals on Monday Night Football, and react to Dallas trading for Cincinnati Bengals LB Logan Wilson. TJ reveals how close he is to giving up on his Cowboys fandom. Ravens RB Derrick Henry and Rich discuss Baltimore’s mindset and improving to 3-5 after some…

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Reactions from WWE's Saturday Night Main Event and an exclusive interview with TNA World Heavyweight Champion Mike Santana 1:46:05

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O'Shea and TJ react to Saturday Night's Main Event including two newWorld Champions crowned with CM Punk beating Jey Uso for the World Heavyweight Championship and Jade Cargill destroying Tiffany Stratton for the WWE Women's Championship. Plus, find out what happened when TJ finally met his GOAT, Asuka, backstage at Monday Night RAW inAnaheim. The …

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Fantasy Poker Update Before NAPT Las Vegas 26:03

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Donnie and Ducky update their fantasy teams and draft players ahead of NAPT Las Vegas, before giving their thoughts on the upcoming WSOP documentary. Follow Donnie on Twitter: @Donnie_Peters Follow Tim on Twitter: @Tim__Duckworth Follow PokerGO on Twitter: @PokerGO Subscribe to PokerGO today to receive 24/7 access to the world’s largest poker conte…

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Hour 3: Steelers Trade Advice, the Wild, Wild NFC West, plus O’Shea Jackson Jr. 46:50

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Rich breaks down the state of the NFC West following impressive Week 9 wins by the Seahawks, Rams and 49ers, and makes the case for the Pittsburgh Steelers to trade for Miami Dolphins WR Jaylen Waddle. Rich recaps the Bo Nix’s latest 4th quarter heroics for the Denver Broncos in their win over the Texans, and reacts to the Chargers getting the W ag…

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Hour 2: World Series Reactions, Drake Maye’s Heater, Eagles’ Jaelan Phillips Trade 46:35

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Rich and the guys react to the World Series’ epic Game 6 and Game 7 between the Dodgers and Blue Jays that ended with back-to-back titles for Los Angeles after another extra innings thriller in possibly the greatest MLB playoff game ever played. Rich breaks down Drake Maye and the 7-2 New England Patriots’ chances to win the AFC East this season, a…

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Hour 1: Bills-Chiefs Implications, NFC North Seismic Shifts, Steelers Stop Colts 46:34

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Rich reacts to the Josh Allen and the Buffalo Bills’ Week 9 win over Patrick Mahomes’ Kansas City Chiefs and how the results impact each team’s playoff hopes, weighs in on Jordan Love and the Green Bay Packers laying a big fat egg at home in their loss to the Carolina Panthers, JJ McCarthy’s successful return as the Vikings’ QB1 in Minnesota’s huge…

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NFL Week 9: Seahawks NFC's Best? Colts' & Packers' Duds, JJ McCarthy Shows Out 40:52

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A weekly staple on 'The Rich Eisen Show' since 2018, 'Overreaction Monday' is now also an extended podcast with Rich and Chris Brockman debating the latest in the NFL. Today's topics: :45 - Seahawks are the best team in the NFC andwill be the 1-seed 5:10 - Daniel Jones and the Colts have turned back into pumpkins & won’t win the AFC South 10:18 - T…

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Former NBA Referee Tim Donaghy 59:22

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In a revealing interview, Jim is joined by Former NBA Referee Tim Donaghy who speaks intimately about his involvement and conviction in the NBA gambling scandal in 2007. Donaghy compares the current gambling scandal involving Chauncey Billups, Terry Rozier, and Damon Jones to his own in 2007. Donaghy discusses how the rise of legalized sports gambl…

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Hour 3: Shaquille O’Neal, Oscar-Winner Morgan Freeman, plus NFL Week 9’s Top 5 Games 46:40

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Basketball Hall of Famer/’Inside the NBA’ analyst Shaquille O’Neal tells Rich what two words of advice he has for San Antonio Spurs big man Victor Wembanyama, why the Oklahoma City Thunder are still the league’s best team, what to expect from Lebron James and the Lakers and Philadelphia 76ers C Joel Embiid this season, and weighs in on the NBA’s re…

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Hour 2: ‘What’s More Likely,’ Ravens, World Series Preview, plus Colts TE Tyler Warren 46:20

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Rich reacts to Lamar Jackson’s return to the Ravens in Baltimore’s Thursday Night Football win over the Dolphins to improve to 3-5 on the season. In ‘What’s More Likely’ Rich weighs in on the Colts, Packers, Patriots, Chiefs, Jaguars, Raiders, Bills, Vikings, the World Series and more. Colts TE Tyler Warren and Rich discuss his role in Indianapolis…

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Hour 1: Dolphins Shakeup Begins, plus NFL Insider Tom Pelissero 46:26

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Rich weighs in the Miami Dolphins firing GM Chris Grier following their ugly Thursday Night Football loss to the Ravens and what it bodes for embattled head coach Mike McDaniel. NFL Insider Tom Pelissero and Rich discuss the Dolphins big shakeup and what could be coming next for the 2-8 team, how long the Jacksonville Jaguars could be without WR/CB…

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Hour 3: NFL Week 9 'Higher Register,' plus Actor Gabriel Luna In-Studio 46:23

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Rich weighs in on the Dallas Cowboys chances to turn things around and win the NFC East this season, and in the NFL Week 9 edition of ‘Higher Register’ Rich, Brockman and TJ offer up their less-than-ringing endorsements of Minnesota Vikings QB JJ McCarthy, the Houston Texans, and the loser of the Bills-Chiefs game. Actor Gabriel Lunajoins Rich in-s…

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Hour 2: TNF Preview, JJ McCarthy’s Vikings Return, plus Oregon HC Dan Lanning 46:23

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Rich previews the return of Lamar Jackson from his hamstring injury and says what’s at stake for the Baltimore Ravens and Miami Dolphins on Thursday Night Football to kick off Week 9, and weighs in on JJ McCarthy’s return as the Vikings’ QB1 and lays out what’s at stake for Minnesota’s playoff hopes and the Michigan alum’s future as an NFL starter.…

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Hour 1: Blue Jays on the Brink, plus NFL Network Analyst Daniel Jeremiah 46:05

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Rich reacts to the Toronto Blue Jays becoming one win away from a World Series title with rookie Trey Yesavage’s MLB record 12-strikeout game against the Los Angeles Dodgers. NFL Network analyst Daniel Jeremiah tells Rich why the 2-5 Baltimore Ravens can still win the AFC North, breaks down the top contenders in the AFC and NFC, evaluates the year-…

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John Riordan is King 39:05

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Donnie and Ducky recap PGT PLO Series II and Super High Roller Bowl PLO, including "King" John Riordan's big score and Chino Rheem's record-breaking third series win. Enter the PokerGO Podcast Dream Seat Giveaway: bit.ly/gleampod25. Enter the PokerGO/PGT Dream Seat Competitions: http://pgt.com/dream-seat Follow Donnie on Twitter: @Donnie_Peters Fol…

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Hour 3: Keegan-Michael Key In-Studio, plus the NBA’s Big Travelling Problem 46:30

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The guys discuss the current state of NBA officiating where Traveling calls are few and far between these days. (timestamp) Actor/comedian Keegan-Michael Key joins Rich in-studio to discuss joining the cast of ‘Only Murders in the Building’ for the Hulu show’s new season, and weighs in on the state of his beloved Penn State Nittany Lions and Detroi…

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Hour 2: NFL Power Rankings, plus ESPN Boog Sciambi Talks World Series 46:19

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Rich weighs in on the latest info on Lamar Jackson’s likely return to the Baltimore Ravens, and reveals his brand-new NFL Power Rankings heading into Week 9. ESPN’s Jon ‘Boog’ Sciambi joins Rich in-studio to break down the World Series including the epic 18-inning Game 3, the keys to which team will come out on top when it’s all said and done, Shoh…

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Hour 1: World Series GM4, Hutch Gets Paid, plus NFL Network’s Kurt Warner 46:33

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Rich breaks down the Toronto Blue Jays evening up the World Series with a 6-2 Game 4 win over Shohei Ohtani and the Los Angeles Dodgers, and weighs in on Detroit Lions DE Aidan Hutchinson’s brand-new 4-year contract extension. NFL Network analyst Kurt Warner/Pro Football Hall of Famer Kurt Warner and Rich discuss Justin Fields’ stellar performance …

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Bonus Interview with "Real1" Formerly Known as Enzo Amore 51:29

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Wrestling. Hip Hop. Culture. Art. These are all things that independent promotion, 4th Rope Wrestling brings to the table. Founded by WestsideGunn and Smoke DZA, 4th Rope is "built with the wrestling community, by the wrestling community." 4th Rope Flyweight champion Real1 (FKA Enzo Amore) joins O'Shea and TJ to hype up their upcoming show, "Heels …

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Hour 3: ‘Overreaction Tuesday’ plus Paul Finebaum on LSU, Florida & Nick Saban 46:49

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SEC Network/ESPN’s Paul Finebaum and Rich discuss Brian Kelly’s departure from LSU and why schools agree to “ridiculous buyouts” when negotiating contracts with head football coaches, the possibility Nick Saban would leave ‘College GameDay’ and return to coach in Baton Rouge, and ranks the top CFB job openings. Rich debates the Saban-to-LSU possibi…

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Hour 2: World Series Breakdown with ESPN’s Buster Olney, plus Commanders’ Sinking Season 45:44

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ESPN MLB Insider Buster Olney joins Rich in-studio to break down the Dodgers-Blue Jays epic World Series Game 3, says if Shohei Ohtani’s “competitive rage” makes him the greatest athlete of all time, if the Jays could intentionally walk Ohtani the rest of the series, discusses the Philadelphia Phillies’ big offseason that includes smoothing things …

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Hour 1: World Series Game 3’s Wild Ride, plus FOX Sports’ Mark Schlereth 46:34

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Rich reacts to the Dodgers-Blue Jays epic World Series Game 3 that ended after nearly 7 hours with a Freddie Freeman walk off home run after 18 pressure-packed innings. NFL on FOX analyst/’Stinkin’ Truth’ podcast host Mark Schlereth and Rich discuss the inconsistency of Jacksonville Jaguars QB Trevor Lawrence, if the Denver Broncos or Kansas City C…

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Episode 605: Turning The Heat On 3:05:23

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This week on the Experience, Jim reviews AEW Dynamite & WWE Raw highlights! Plus Jim talks about WWE's high ticket prices, Dave Meltzer's WrestleDream star ratings, Marko Stunt's new job, broken femurs, Abdullah The Butcher, and much more! Thanks to our episode sponsors: SHOPIFY: Sign up for your $1 per month trial and start selling today at shopif…

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Exclusive interview with WWE Superstar Drew McIntyre, plus reaction to Jey Uso betraying twin brother Jimmy, Jade Cargill's heel turn, and NXT's Halloween Havoc 1:13:28

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Drew McIntyre joins O'Shea and TJ to preview his much anticipated fight against Cody Rhodes on Saturday Night Main Event from Utah on Saturday. The WWE Superstar and 3-Time World Champion discusses his start in the business as a 15 year old Scotland, his early success in WWE before the wheels fell off, his reinvention in the independent circuit, an…

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Hour 3: Brian Kelly Buyout Reaction, are the Cowboys Cooked? Plus O’Shea Jackson Jr. 46:50

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Rich weighs in on LSU firing head coach Brian Kelly and the jaw-dropping buyout the school will reportedly have to pay him as he exits Baton Rouge, and debates Cowboys fan TJ if Dallas still has a shot to make the playoffs after falling to 3-4-1 after their Week 8 loss to the Denver Broncos. Brockman debates Rich if Lane Kiffin would be wise to sta…

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Hour 2: Jonathan Taylor is MVP, Patriots are Legit, the Bengals Blew It 46:33

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Rich weighs in on the Indianapolis Colts improving to 7-1 and makes the case for RB Jonathan Taylor as the NFL’s MVP frontrunner, and laments the passing of former Jets center Nick Mangold at the age of 41. Rich admits to what Brockman has been claiming for weeks: Drake Maye and the New England Patriots are legit. Rich also wonders if Browns DE Myl…

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Hour 1: Packers-Steelers Reactions, Get Rid of Tush Push, Skattebo Injury, Ravens Not Done Yet 46:35

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The guys react to the much-anticipated showdown between Jordan Love’s Green Bay Packers and Aaron Rodgers and the Pittsburgh Steelers. Rich makes the case for the NFL to ban the ‘Tush Push’ after the latest officiating debacle surrounding the Eagles’ signature play, says what Philadelphia’s much-maligned offense proved in their Week 8 win over the …

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NFL Week 8: Ravens' Save Season, JT is MVP, Caleb Questions & More 43:13

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A weekly staple on 'The Rich Eisen Show' since 2018, 'Overreaction Monday' is now also an extended podcast with Rich and Chris Brockman debating the latest in the NFL. Today's topics: :45 - The Ravens saved their season Sunday... they're winning the AFC North 4:45 - It's time to ditch the coaches challenge system... all Replay Assist all the time!!…

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Hour 3: NFL Week 8’s Top 5 Games, plus 2-Time Oscar Nominee Michael Shannon In-Studio 46:31

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Rich previews NFL Week 8’s top matchups including Commanders-Chiefs, Giants-Eagles, Bears-Ravens, Cowboys-Broncos, Steelers-Packers, and 49ers/Texans. Two-time Academy Award-nominated actor Michael Shannon joins Rich in-studio to discuss his upcoming ‘Nuremburg’ and ‘Death by Lightning’ films, his ‘Eric LaRue’ directorial debut, and shares his best…

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Hour 2: ‘What’s More Likely,’ Chargers Reactions, plus Michigan State HC Tom Izzo 46:18

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Michigan State head basketball coach Tom Izzo and Rich discuss the NCAA allowing former G League players to play college basketball, how NIL and the influx of money is changing college sports, and more. Rich reacts to the Chargers improving to 5-3 with their Thursday Night Football thrashing of the Minnesota Vikings, and in ‘What’s More Likely’ Ric…

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Hour 1: Vikings’ QB Crossroads, plus NFL Insider Tom Pelissero Previews WK8 46:22

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Rich breaks down the Vikings’ getting throttled by the Chargers on Thursday Night Football and what Minnesota’s 37-10 loss means for their Carson Wentz/JJ McCarthy quarterback situation. NFL Insider Tom Pelissero and Rich discuss JJ McCarthy’s possible return to the Vikings’ starting QB job, Aaron Rodgers’ facing the Green Bay Packers for possibly …

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NBA Season Preview and Reaction to FBI Investigation into Illegal Sports Gambling 1:25:04

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Jim and T.J. Jefferson preview the NBA season and discuss who in the Western Conference has the ability to challenge the Oklahoma City Thunder.. The guys discuss how the Nuggets replace Michael Porter Jr.'s production in Denver, can the Clippers aging roster contend, how good can the Lakers be without LeBron now that Luka has slimmed down, and what…

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Hour 3: NFL Week 8 ‘Higher Register’ plus NFL Insider Dianna Russini 46:20

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Rich breaks down what’s at stake for the Dallas Cowboys’ playoff hopes in their Week 8 matchup against the Denver Broncos, and offers up some advice for New York Giants fans amid the emergence of rookies Jaxson Dart and Cam Skattebo. The Athletic’s NFL Insider Dianna Russini and Rich discuss Lamar Jackson’s availability for the Baltimore Ravens in …

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Hour 2: Patriots HC Mike Vrabel and ESPN NBA Reporter Brian Windhorst 46:15

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Patriots HC Mike Vrabel and Rich discuss New England’s 5-2 start under 2nd-year QB Drake Maye’s stellar play, returning the franchise’s winning culture, owner Robert Kraft’s Pro Football Hall of Fame worthiness, and more. ESPN’s Brian Windhorst breaks down the shocking FBI arrests of Portland Trail Blazers coach Chauncey Billups and Miami Heat G Te…

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Hour 1: NBA FBI Gambling Scandal, Wemby Goes Off, NFL “Do You Believe Them” Debate 46:19

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Rich reacts to the stunning FBI arrests of Portland Trail Blazers coach Chauncey Billups and Miami Heat G Terry Rozier in separate gambling cases, and the guys marvel at Victor Wembanyama’s dominant 40-point, 15-rebound game in the San Antonio Spurs’ season opener. The guys weigh in on Pittsburgh Steelers QB Aaron Rodgers saying this week’s showdow…

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Hour 3: Rams Head Coach Sean McVay, plus Comedian Tom Papa In-Studio 46:46

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Rams head coach Sean McVay and Rich discuss Los Angeles’ impressive Week 7 rout of the Jacksonville Jaguars in London, Matthew Stafford’s “total command” of L.A.’s offense, the challenge of replacing the injured Puka Nacua in his weekly game plan, the formidable pass rush combo of Jared Verse and Byron Young, why he loves coaching now more than eve…

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Hour 2: Brand-New NFL Power Rankings, Jets’ Still a Mess, Russ vs Payton 46:35

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Jets fan Rich weighs in on team owner Woody Johnson’s very public criticism of QB Justin Fields in the wake of New York’s 0-7 start, weighs in on the still simmering Sean Payton-Russell Wilson beef that flared up this week with the Denver Broncos head coach’s postgame comments followed by the New York Giants QB clapping back in his weekly media ses…

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Hour 1: Jayden Daniels Out, NBA Tips Off, plus NFL Network Analyst Kurt Warner 46:32

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Rich and the guys weigh in on opening night in the NBA that featured Steph Curry, Jimmy Butler and the Golden State Warriors’ easy win over the LeBron James-less Los Angeles Lakers. NFL Network analyst/Pro Football Hall of Famer Kurt Warner and Rich discuss Matthew Stafford playing at an MVP level for the Rams this season, Drake Maye’s dramatic imp…