Hour 3: Comedian Bert Kreischer In-Studio, plus Overreaction Tuesday

The guys have more reaction to Tua Tagovailoa being named the Dolphins starter, and Le’veon Bells possible negative impact on the Chiefs team chemistry (2:17). Brockman runs through the latest news and notes from the world of sports including anonymous quotes from Cowboys players ripping Mike McCarthy’s coaching staff, assorted NFL injuries and trade rumors (6:15). Actor/comedian Joel McHale and Rich talk the new season of ABC’s ‘Card Sharks’ and their love of classic 1970’s episodes of ‘Match Game,’ along with a deep dive on his beloved Seattle Seahawks, and a frank discussion about ‘The Masked Singer’ and when it would be appropriate (if ever) to introduce Rich’s kids to a naked Ken Jeong in ‘The Hangover’ (21:03). NFL Network reporter Jane Slater wraps up the hour expanding on her report of developing turmoil between Cowboys players and coaches in the wake of their 2-4 start (39:12). 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

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NBC Sports analyst and Hall of Fame coach Tony Dungy and Rich discuss the Dolphins naming Tua Tagovailoa their starting QB, how the Cowboys can bounce back after their “unacceptable” blowout loss to the Cardinals, if Tom Brady and the Buccaneers have solved their issues, and if the 5-1 Bears are for real (2:01). In his weekly ‘4 Downs’ segment, Rich weighs in on the NFL’s hottest topics including the Dolphins chances to win the AFC East, if the Pats are as bad as they looked against the Broncos, why the Packers will be just fine after getting trounced by the Bucs, and if the 1-5 Falcons could actually make the playoffs (30:55). Rich wraps up the hour explaining, in no uncertain terms, why Ezekiel Elliott needs to step up for the Cowboys in the wake of Dak Prescott’s season-ending injury (48:28).   Thank you to today's sponsors: Amazon Prime = Watch Thursday Night Football Live on Prime Video. Visit https://www.amazon.com/amazonprime Old Spice = A new line of products for down below. Visit Walmart.com/oldspicebelowdeck  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

20 Okt 202056min

Rich kicks off the hour breaking down the Cowboys embarrassing loss to the Cardinals on Monday Night Football (3:10). Rich also weighs in on the Miami Dolphins naming Tua Tagovailoa their starting QB despite a decent record and solid play from incumbent starter Ryan Fitzpatrick (24:29). Legendary ESPN basketball analyst Dick Vitale joins the show to tout his beloved Rays in the World Series against the Dodgers, why it’s a great time to be a Tampa sports fan, and how he saw the cancelled NCAA tournament playing out this season (39:03).   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

20 Okt 202054min

Rich kicks off the hour pondering some head-scratching two-point conversion decisions in NFL Week 6 along with his Overreaction Monday segment weighing in if the Steelers are the AFC’s best team, the Dolphins’ playoff chances, the Vikings dumpster fire of a season, the Niners big win over the Rams, the Bucs’ manhandling ofthe Packers, Ryan Tannehill’s MVP chances, and the odds Trevor Lawrence plays for the Jaguars next season (00:38). Titans QB Ryan Tannehill and Rich discuss Tennessee’s Week 6 overtime win vs the Texans, RB Derrick Henry’s impressive combination of size and strength, what led to Tennessee’s covid-19 protocol violations and subsequent outbreak, facing a tough Steelers D without injured OT Taylor Lewan, head coach Mike Vrabel’s keen use of rulebook loopholes, and his Salute to Service volunteerism (19:30). Chris Brockman runs through the latest news and notes including updates on Christian McCaffrey, Zach Ertz, and the retirement of legendary hockey announcer Mike “Doc” Emrick (43:00).   Thank you to today's sponsors: Geico = In just 15 minutes you could save 15% or more on car insurance. Visit Geico.com Old Spice = A new line of products for down below. Visit Walmart.com/oldspicebelowdeck  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

19 Okt 202055min

FOX Sports’ MLB analyst and Hall of Famer John Smoltz and Rich recap the Dodgers thrilling Game 7 win over the Braves in the NLCS, preview the pressure on the Dodgers heading into the World Series, says why Dodgers manager Dave Roberts did right in their NLCS clincher, and how the Rays bullpen could be a difference maker vs L.A., and how expectations for starting pitchers have changed over the years (2:40). 49ers TE George Kittle and Rich discuss his Deion Sanders TD celebration tribute, the Niners’ pivotal Week 6 win over the Rams, what Jimmy Garoppolo’s mindset was like after his benching, the emergence of Packers TE Robert Tonyan, and if you could hang with him during one of his workouts(22:09). Rich breaks down the tough sports weekend in Chris Brockman’s household with the Patriots shocking loss to the lowly Broncos, Mookie Betts heading to the World Series with the Dodgers’ elimination of the Braves, and Georgia drubbing at the hands of Nick Saban and Alabama (41:14. And another week, another Rich Eisen lament about his 0-6 Jets (44;52). Thank you to today's sponsors: Netsuite = The world's number one cloud business system. Schedule your free product tour at Netsuite.com/Rich Old Spice = A new line of products for down below. Visit Walmart.com/oldspicebelowdeck 2026. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

19 Okt 202055min

Rich kicks off the hour with an in-depth recap of Tom Brady and the Bucs’ manhandling of Aaron Rodgers and the Packers, the 49ers critical win over the Rams on Sunday Night, and the Titans overtime win over the Texan led by the 200-yard game of RB Derrick Henry (3:07). Dan Patrick dials into the show to break down who, among so many teams, actually has a shot to win the Super Bowl this season, how the nature of sports talk has changed over the years, and reveals which of those classic ‘This Is SportsCenter” commercials are his favorites (20:49). Rich wraps up the hour reflecting on the NFL debut of Dolphins rookie QB Tua Tagovailoa (49:26).   Thank you to today's sponsors: Geico = In just 15 minutes you could save 15% or more on car insurance. Visit Geico.com Old Spice = A new line of products for down below. Visit Walmart.com/oldspicebelowdeck   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

19 Okt 202055min

ESPN NBA analyst Richard Jefferson and Rich discuss how difficult it really was for the Lakers to win the NBA title in the league’s Orlando bubble, why he’s standing by his “Giannis Antetokounmpo is a Pippen” take, where the 2-time defending NBA MVP could end up if not with the Bucks, and if he can make any sense of Kyrie Irving’s latest foot-in-mouth comments throwing shade at LeBron James (2:36). Hall of Fame play-by-play announcer Jon Miller and Rich Eisen reflect on the passing of his friend and former broadcasting colleague Joe Morgan (22:31). The week wraps up with Chris Brockman’s Sneaky Good Games, and Rich’s Under the Radar Games for the NFL’s Week 6 in the Bengals vs Colts, Ravens vs Steelers, and Bears vs Panthers, followed by a call from comedian/Brockman’s significant other Sarah Tiana who vigorously defends her Atlanta Braves and their annoying “stirring it up” gesture (47:11).   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

16 Okt 202055min

Rich and the guys kick off the hour with a heated debate about how much Le’Veon Bell still has left in the tank, and what he will contribute to the Chiefs offense (1:30). Veteran NFL linebacker Sam Acho calls in to discuss the inspiration for his new motivational book, ‘Let the World See You,’ if the free agent LB would sign with a team or retire, and what he saw in New Orleans last year that could explain the Saints’ current turmoil with talented-but-difficult WR Michael Thomas (24:41). The guys wrap up the hour with their Higher Register Tepid Takes on Andy Dalton and the Cowboys, Tom Brady and the Bucs vs Aaron Rodgers and the Packers, and Tyron Lue’s chances to take the Clippers to an NBA title (44:11).   Thank you to today's sponsors: Geico = In just 15 minutes you could save 15% or more on car insurance. Visit Geico.com Old Spice = A new line of products for down below. Visit Walmart.com/oldspicebelowdeck Visa = Shop Local with Visa to help support your community. https://usa.visa.com/  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

16 Okt 202056min