The Rich Eisen Show

‘Knuckleheads’ podcast co-host Quentin Richardson and guest host Ben Lyons discuss his love of NBA Summer League basketball, his reaction to his former team, the Knicks, getting back to the playoffs, Michael Jordan’s influence on him growing up in Chicago, how he paired up with Darius Miles for their ‘Knuckleheads’ podcast, and his advice for TJ Jefferson on how to properly preserve his collection...

Guest host Ben Lyons kicks off the hour explaining why he’s 100% down with a Buccaneers vs Chiefs Super Bowl rematch between Tom Brady and Patrick Mahomes.   Ben, Chris Brockman and Cowboys superfan TJ Jefferson preview the new season of HBO’s ‘Hard Knocks’ and list the top 4 storylines they’re looking forward to most.   Chris Brockman reacts live to learning the Celtics new point guard is…Dennis...

ESPN NBA Analyst and ‘Hoop Streams’ co-host Kendrick Perkins tells guest host Ben Lyons how he single-handedly motivated the Team USA Men’s Basketball team to Olympic gold in Tokyo, if his relationship with the game of basketball has changed since joining the media, and his surprising love of animals-in-nature shows on TV that have led to a desire to swim with sharks.    WNBA Players Association E...

NFL Network reporter Jim Trotter and guest host Ben Lyons discuss the Pro Football Hall of Fame’s Induction Weekend, why the Saints shouldn’t react strongly to the latest round of Michael Thomas drama, if the Browns can live to the sky-high expectations this season, and if the NFL can make it through the entire season with fans in stadiums.   ‘No Dunks’ podcast co-host J.E. Skeets and Ben discuss...

Guest host Ben Lyons kicks off the hour reflecting on the “emotional currency” of the Pro Football Hall of Fame’s induction weekend and the memorable moments from Peyton Manning, Jimmy Johnson, Charles Woodson and others.    Ben, Chris Brockman and TJ wrap up the hour reacting to the latest drama between the Saints and their star wideout Michael Thomas after his cryptic tweet throwing shade at the...

Guest host Ben Lyons, Brockman and TJ start the hour discussing Mike Del Tufo’s tattoo with Ben and Brockman revealing why they’ve never gotten inked up.   Emmy-winning Writer/Director Maclain Way and Ben discuss his new Netflix sports documentary series ‘Untold’ which focuses on stories like the Malice at the Palace, Kaitlyn Jenner and much more.   The guys wrap up the hour talking Olympics wrest...

Longtime Boston Red Sox announcer Joe Castiglione and guest host Ben Lyons discuss his storied career in Boston, sharing his favorite memories over the years behind the mic.   Ben, Chris Brockman and TJ Jefferson react to Josh Allen’s HUGE contract from the Bills and debate if it’s worth the risk to give big money to young players before they’ve proven than can consistently play at a high level ye...

Guest host Ben Lyons, Chris Brockman and TJ Jefferson begin the day rejoicing over the return of NFL football (even though the Cowboys vs Steelers Hall of Fame Game was gawdawful to watch).   Rich calls in from Canton, Ohio and tells Ben how special the Pro Football Hall of Fame weekend is every year for the inductees and their families, if he shares TJ’s concern for the arm troubles of Dak Presco...

Guest host Ben Lyons and the guys tip off the hour revealing the Olympic sport in which they wish they could win a gold medal, and reacting to the shocking news out of Spain that Lionel Messi and FC Barcelona will be parting ways.   ‘Ted Lasso’ star Brendan Hunt tells Rich how the show went from a 1-off NBC promo to an Emmy Award juggernaut that is here to stay, and the inspiration behind his ‘Coa...

ESPN’s Sarah Spain and guest host Ben Lyons discuss the Cubs jettisoning their core of all-star players and the Bulls’ big splash in NBA free agency, her involvement as part owner of the Chicago Red Stars soccer team and the USWNT’s disappointing bronze medal at the Olympics, when Chicago fans can expect to see Justin Fields as the Bears’ starting QB and the possibility the team could move from So...

Guest host Ben Lyons tips off the hour discussing with Chris Brockman and TJ Jefferson if they prefer their favorite teams be made up of home-grown players or stocked with hired hands and all-stars acquired via free agency and trades.   Yahoo! Sports Senior NFL Writer Charles Robinson tells Ben how Jets rookie QB Zach Wilson has looked so far in training game and if the Giants’ wild brawl is a bad...

The Athletic’s Trey Kerby tells guest host Ben Lyons why he’s thrilled with the Bulls’ free agent signings of Lonzo Ball, DeMar DeRozan and Alex Caruso, and if the Hawks surprising success was a flash in the pan or a thing for the rest of the Eastern Conference to deal with for years to come.    Emmy award-winning actor Richard Schiff tells Ben why he, a die-hard Yankees fan, has little faith in t...

Former NFL offensive lineman Ross Tucker and guest host Ben Lyons discuss the possibility of Philip Rivers coming out of retirement to fill the Colts’ unexpected void at QB after Carson Wentz’s foot surgery or if trading for Nick Foles is a smarter (or dumber) option, why the violence and physicality of the NFL remains a lure for him years after his retirement, and why Belichick parting ways with...

Guest host Ben Lyons tips off the hour revealing his unabashed excitement for Carmelo Anthony signing with the Lakers and the Knicks trading for Kemba Walker.   Ben, Chris Brockman, and TJ Jefferson get into a HEATED (and comical) debate on how much Melo will actually contribute to the Lakers this season with Brockman going top-rope on some of his takes.   The guys wrap up the hour discussing the...

Guest host Ben Lyons and Chris Brockman evaluate the top NBA free agency signings and say which teams improved or and which teams have hurt themselves so far, which somehow morphs into a Ben revealing his secret past producing (and catering) rap videos.   Pro Football Talk’s Charean Williams tells Ben if the Cowboys should be concerned about Dak Prescott’s shoulder injury and Jerry Jones’ desperat...

NFL Network analyst Gregg Rosenthal and guest host Ben Lyons discuss the expectations for the Patriots, Steelers and Rams this season, the chaos that erupted at Giants camp today, if Jameis Winston can lead the Saints to the playoffs, the Colts’ options in the wake of Carson Wentz’s foot surgery, and which NFL players would do well at the Olympics.    ‘Outta Pocket’ Podcast host Josiah Johnson and...

Guest host Ben Lyons tips off the hour breaking down the bevy of signings that happened once the NBA’s free agency period started including reaction to the Knicks' and Lakers' moves, and Chris Paul re-signing with the Suns.    Meadowlark Media’s Amin Elhassan and Ben break down the top NBA free agent signings including the Bulls landing Lonzo Ball and Alex Caruso, Bobby Portis staying with the Buc...

Pro Football Talk’s Mike Florio and guest host Ben Lyons discuss the NFC’s top contenders and which team’s defense could “give Tom Brady fits,” and the top AFC storylines for the 2021 season including Odell Beckham Jr’s return from injury, Tua Tagovailoa’s tenuous hold on the Dolphins starting QB job, the Colts sudden opening on their quarterback depth chart, and why the Steelers will regret bring...

Sports Illustrated Senior NBA Writer Howard Beck and guest host Ben Lyons discuss if the Knicks can improve on their surprising success by buffing up the roster via free agency, if the Mavs can bring another player-maker to Dallas to pair up with Luka Doncic, if the Pelicans will be able to keep Zion Williamson when he becomes a free agent, and if we’ll soon see a plethora of bad free NBA contract...

Guest host Ben Lyons tips off the hour lauding the Lakers’ trade for Russell Westbrook and debating Chris Brockman and TJ Jefferson who think the move was less-than-inspired.   CBS Sports NFL Insider Jason La Canfora tells Ben the short-term and long-term impact of Carson Wentz’s foot surgery and what the Colts’ options are at the QB position and why Wentz’s old team, the Eagles, might be even mor...

NFL Network Reporter Steve Wyche and guest host Ryan Leaf discuss Deshaun Watson’s situation in Houston and reveals that the Texans have engaged in preliminary talks about trading the embattled QB, what the Falcons’ outlook is with a brand-new coach combined with an aging quarterback in Matt Ryan, why the Packers need to solidify their QB succession plan despite the return of Aaron Rodgers, and wh...

Chris Brockman begins the hour revealing his BOLD Tim Tebow prediction to guest host Ryan Leaf and TJ Jefferson.   USA Today MLB Columnist Bob Nightengale and the guys break down the big baseball trades over the past two days including the Dodgers’ blockbuster deal to land Max Scherzer and Trea Turner, Anthony Rizzo and Joey Gallo to the Yankees and more.   Ryan and the guys reveal their love of i...

Rich Eisen Show guest host Ryan Leaf, Chris Brockman and TJ Jefferson start the hour discussing the expectations for Aaron Rodgers this season and wonder when the 3-time NFL MVP will begin showing his age.    ESPN NFL Reporter Jeff Darlington and Ryan discuss expectations for the Packers this season now that reigning MVP Aaron Rodgers is back in the fold, if Covid-19 vaccinations will be a divisiv...

The Houston Chronicle’s John McLain and guest host Suzy Shuster discuss the latest in the Deshaun Watson situation and reveals that the embattled QB is on the field at Texans camp but doing little more than standing around and checking his cellphone, the Rockets’ plans for the #2 pick in the NBA Draft, and why Covid-19 will continue to be one of the top stories throughout the upcoming NFL season....

Angels Manager Joe Maddon and guest host Suzy Shuster discuss the marvel that is Shohei Ohtani, how he makes his job a lot easier, why the two-way star deserves to be the AL MVP despite playing on a so-so team, and when we can expect to see the return of Mike Trout to the Halos’ lineup.   Rich calls in from the set of Peacock’s ‘Tokyo Gold’ with his reaction to the Jets finally signing first round...