REShow: Austin Ekeler and Christopher Nolan. Hour 3 (12-15-20)
Chargers running back Austin Ekeler and Rich discuss his improbable journey to the NFL, how he dealt with injury after finally winning the starting job, head coach Anthony Lynn’s tenuous job status, Justin Herbert’s immense potential, his co-founding of Gridiron Gaming Group, and if Lamar Jackson was cramping up or doing something else in the locker room during the Ravens’ MNF game. (2:41). Acclaimed director Christopher Nolan and Rich discuss his new film ‘Tenet’ and his obsession with time that’s threaded through most of his movies, the challenge of filming Tenet’s time-twisting scenes with actor John David Washington, what it was like to buy then destroy an actual 747 jet airplane, which “Dark Knight’ role he originally wanted Heath Ledger to play, and his surprising reveal about which movie he just can’t stop watching. (22:00). Chris Brockman wraps up the hour with the latest news including updates on Drew Brees, James Conner, Alex Smith, Christian McCaffrey and others. (45:47). Thank you to today's sponsor: Microsoft Teams = Now there are more ways to be a Team. Learn more at Microsoft.com/teams Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
15 Joulu 202054min
REShow: Joe Thomas. Hour 2 (12-15-20)
In his weekly ‘4 Downs’ segment Rich weighs in on the excitement surrounding Jalen Hurts as the Eagles’ starting QB, the race to be the worst team in the NFL this season, why the Dolphins are setting pretty already in the 2021 NFL Draft, and if the Eagles can rally to win the NFC East. (6:54). NFL Network Analyst Joe Thomas and Rich discuss what the Browns proved despite losing to the Ravens in Week 14, how new head coach Kevin Stefanski has turned around Cleveland’s fortunes, if Lamar Jackson really was cramping during MNF, how the Steelers can fix their run game, and which team has the best chance to unseat the Chiefs in the AFC. (17:00). Rich and the guys react to the news that Giannis Antetokounmpo is signing his 5-year supermax extension to remain with the Milwaukee Bucks and what that means for the rest of the Eastern Conference, and if the Rockets will actually trade James Harden. (40:28). Thank you to today's sponsor: Geico = In just 15 minutes you could save you 15% or more on car insurance. Visit Geico.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
15 Joulu 202056min
REShow: Scott Van Pelt. Hour 1 (12-15-20)
Rich kicks off the hour breaking down the EPIC Ravens-Browns Monday Night Football slugfest, and ponders what really happened during that unique “cramping” situation involving reigning MVP Lamar Jackson. (00:51). ESPN’s Scott Van Pelt and Rich discuss the bad beat caused by the safety at the end of the Ravens-Browns game, if Lamar Jackson was pooping or cramping up during Monday Night Football, and what Baltimore’s comeback win means for their playoff hopes. (25:35). Rich wraps up the hour reacting to Ravens Safety Marlon Humphrey having some fun at the expense of his MVP quarterback, and the historical significance of that Lamar Jackson-Baker Mayfield battle between Heisman Trophy winners. (44:20). Thank you to today's sponsor: Microsoft Teams = Now there are more ways to be a Team. Learn more at Microsoft.com/teams Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
15 Joulu 202055min
REShow: Hour 3 (12-14-20)
Rich kicks off the hour breaking down the Eagles QB situation and saying if he’d go with Carson Wentz or stick with rookie Jalen Hurts (6:21). In his Overreaction Monday segment Rich weighs in on Mitch Trubisky, the Steelers slump, Drew Brees’ importance to the Saint’s Super Bowl chances, Derrick Henry’s MVP case, the Raiders sinking ship and more! (11:14). Rich reacts to Bill Cowher’s statement saying he has interest in return to coach in the NFL, and why Trevor Lawrence is the savior the Jets are looking for (27:34). Chris Brockman wraps up the hour with the latest news and nots from the NFL, College Football, and the Indians changing their name for the 2022 season. (26:47). Thank you to today's sponsor: Geico = In just 15 minutes you could save you 15% or more on car insurance. Visit Geico.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
14 Joulu 202055min
REShow: Jim Irsay. Hour 2 (12-14-20)
Rich kicks off the hour explaining why the Bills are impressive but still have one big thing to prove. (1:00). Another week, another Jets lament as Rich rues on the state of his 0-13 team, saying they’ve reached an all-time low point (which is saying A LOT considering the team’s long history of low points). (8:27). Colts Owner & CEO Jim Irsay and Rich discuss this 9-4 team’s outlook for the rest of the season, Philip Rivers’ future as the Colts starting QB, if they would ever make a run at luring Andrew Luck out of retirement, how Josh McDaniels backing out of the Indy job turned out to be a blessing in disguise, what the Colts are doing to help raise awareness of and the approach to treating mental health issues, and if the NFL is considering going to a playoff bubble like the NBA and MLB did. (21:13). Rich wraps up the our wondering which is the more promising reclamation project: Carson Wentz or Sam Darnold? (47:35). Thank you to today's sponsor: Microsoft Teams = Now there are more ways to be a Team. Learn more at Microsoft.com/teams Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
14 Joulu 202056min
REShow: Mike Florio and Travis Kelce. Hour 1 (12-14-20)
Rich kicks off the hour breaking down the big changes atop the AFC playoff hierarchy after Sunday’s NFL Week 14 games, and recaps Jalen Hurts’ impressive NFL starting debut and the NFC playoff picture (4:11). Pro Football Talk’s Mike Florio and Rich discuss the NFL making it through 14 weeks in the face of the Covid-19 pandemic, the Eagles’ future decisions at QB, Alex Smith’s calf injury, the Raiders firing their Defensive Coordinator, which NFL coaches won’t be NFL coaches after this season, and his choice for NFL Coach of the Year honors. (23:10). Chiefs’ TE Travis Kelce and Rich discuss what makes the Chiefs’ offense so dangerous, his nomination for the NFL’s esteemed Walter Payton Man of the Year Award, his brother Jason’s new hairdo, his record-setting career path, and a new a great new nickname for KC head coach Andy Reid (39:29). Thank you to today's sponsor: Netsuite = The world's number one cloud business system. Schedule your free product tour at Netsuite.com/Rich Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
14 Joulu 202056min
REShow: Kevin Bacon. Hour 3 (12-11-20)
Chris Brockman updates the latest NFL injury news that could impact your fantasy playoffs.(8:13). Rich offers up his top three Under the Radar games for NFL Week 14 between the Cowboys and Bengals, Cardinals and Giants, and the Chargers and Falcons. (13:46). Actor Kevin Bacon and Rich discuss his hosting the upcoming ‘Play On’ charity concert on CBS, the best singers-turned-actors and an EPIC Six Degrees of Kevin Back game, the anniversary of the release of ‘A Few Good Men,’ and Showtime’s ‘City on a Hill.’ (20:45). Rich and the guys wrap up the hour with their Higher Register Tepid takes on the Bills chances to play in the AFC Championship Game, the Rams as the NFC’s best team, and the Raven’s revived playoff hopes, plus Brockman’s Week 14 Sneaky Good Games, and Rich’s Unlockiest Lock of the Week. (45:09). Thank you to today's sponsor: Microsoft Teams = Now there are more ways to be a Team. Learn more at Microsoft.com/teams Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
11 Joulu 202054min
REShow: Bomani Jones and Tom Curran. Hour 2 (12-11-20)
ESPN’s Bomani Jones and Rich discuss Kyrie Irving’s convoluted reasoning for not speaking to the media, if the Clippers should have given Paul George that huge max extension, possible landing spots if the Rockets trade James Harden, and his choice for the biggest heist in sports history. (4:24). NBC Sports Boston’s Tom Curran and Rich discuss the problem with Cam Newton and the Patriots offense, how the Bill Belichick and Patriots painted themselves into a corner when it comes to their roster, how the Patriots can rebound in 2021 and beyond. (24:11). Rich and the guys wrap up the hour breaking down his 12-year-old son’s (impressive) fantasy hoops draft. (48:27). Thank you to today's sponsors: Geico = In just 15 minutes you could save you 15% or more on car insurance. Visit Geico.com Pluto TV = Drop in. It's free. 100s of free TV channels and 1000s of movies and TV shows. Visit Pluto.TV Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
11 Joulu 202057min
