Hour 1: NFL Week 11’s Big Stakes, plus ESPN’s Marcus Spears on AFC/NFC Contenders/Pretenders

Rich tips off the hour demonstrating what most fans around the country are feeling right now: complete elation about this year’s thrilling NCAA Tournament (unless your team lost in which case it’s complete despondence). Rich breaks down the big trades that saw the 49ers moving up and the Eagles moving down prior to next month’s NFL Draft and the top five things to take out of those big dealings as they reverberate throughout the league. Rich wraps up the hour explaining why the NBA needs to address teams like the Nets being able to stockpile talent via the league’s buyout policies instead of having to give up assets via the trade route. And make sure to check out Rich's other podcast every Friday: Just Getting Started with Rich Eisen Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Actor-Director Kevin Connolly and guest host Ryan Leaf discuss his new venture ‘Victory the Podcast’ and the early days of HBO’s ‘Entourage,’ how the iconic HBO series would be VERY different if it was rebooted today, how he, a Long Island native, grew up a Miami Dolphins fan, and that night he and TJ Jefferson almost got carjacked in Wilmer Valderrama’s SUV.   Ryan shares his amazing story about his recruiting trip to visit the Miami Hurricanes involving limos, cutoff jeans, Warren Sapp…and Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson.   Ryan wraps up the hour giving Rich Eisen thanks for the guest hosting opportunity and reflects on what 9 years of sobriety has meant to his life after years of personal turmoil. And please check out Rich's other podcast every Friday: Just Getting Started with Rich Eisen Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Basketball Hall of Famer and Lakers Analyst James Worthy and guest host Ryan Leaf discuss the impact of injuries to LeBron James and Anthony Davis on L.A.’s title hopes, the chances the Lakers could miss the playoffs altogether, if there’s any help available on the buyout market for someone like Andre Drummond or LaMarcus Aldridge, and who should portray him in the upcoming Showtime Lakers miniseries.  ESPN NBA Analyst Tim Legler tells Ryan which teams surprised him the most at the NBA Trade Deadline by making and not making moves, which deadline trade will have the biggest impact, if the Lakers are in real trouble with LeBron and AD out with injuries, why the Nets are still the team to beat, and the best fits for Andre Drummond and LaMarcus Aldridge and how the flurry of deadline deals “saved the league” this season.    Ryan and the guys wrap up the hour reacting to the breaking news about the blockbuster trades that have gone down in the NFL today that have the 49ers moving up to the #3 spot in the NFL Draft most likely to draft their next quarterback. Don't miss Rich's other podcast, "Just Getting Started". New episodes drop every Friday: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/just-getting-started-with-rich-eisen/id1548813183 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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NFL Network Analytics Expert Cynthia Frelund and guest host Ryan Leaf discuss her latest Mock Draft and explains why NFL teams don’t always draft with the goal of winning right away, why she loves what the Patriots have done this offseason, if Dak Prescott’s ankle injury will limit him next season, and who has the analytical edge in the Saints’ Jameis Winston vs Taysom Hill QB competition.    Ryan wraps up the hour sharing a story about how he and his brother spent an eventful New Year’s Eve in Las Vegas one year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Guest host Kirk Morrison kicks off the hour reacting to the Bears’ failed attempt to land Russell Wilson and if Chicago fans should have faith in Andy Dalton and the team’s front office. Sports Illustrated Senior Writer Chris Mannix and Kirk discuss the NBA Trade Deadline and how the Nuggets improved by trading for Magic forward Aaron Gordon, if the Nets are still the team to beat in the East, and LaMelo Ball’s chances to win Rookie of the Year if he misses the rest of the season because of a broken wrist. Kirk wraps up the hour recounting his transition from NFL linebacker to a career in broadcasting and his appreciation of this first booth partner, Dick Stockton, who announced his retirement today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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The Houston Chronicle’s Texans writer Aaron Wilson and guest host Kirk Morrison discuss the latest in the mushrooming Dehsaun Watson saga, the unusual tactics Watson’s accusers lawyer, Tony Busby, has taken to influence the court of public opinion, how Texans fans have reacted to the Watson allegations and the long-term impact on his playing career and legacy, and how the Watson controversy will impact the way the Texans move forward with their roster. Kirk reflects on his journey to the NFL including what his pre-draft experience was like, why he panicked on draft day, the emotions he felt during his first game as a pro, and what he learned being in the same locker room as Hall of Famers Warren Sapp, Randy Moss and Charles Woodson.  Kirk wraps up the hour reacting to Chris Brockman’s “Ryan Fitzpatrick Belongs in the Hall of Fame” case and says why the ageless QB still keeps playing football. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Guest host Kirk Morrison tips of the show discussing the latest in NBA Trade Deadline with Chris Brockman and TJ Jefferson, and ponder how much injuries will effect the playoff seedings for teams like the Lakers and Sixers.  NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport and Kirk discuss the NFL’s new Covid protocols for his year’s draft, if the Bears could draft a QB despite the recent signing of Andy Dalton, if the Seahawks would still trade disgruntled QB Russell Wilson after turning down Chicago’s huge offer, why Aaron Rodgers has been reluctant to restructure his Packers contract and Tom Brady’s influence on the mindset of top NFL QB’s, who has the upper hand in the Saints’ QB competition, how the NFL Draft will shake out regarding the top quarterbacks available, and if Jadeveon Clowney can expect to sign a long-term deal this offseason. Kirk and the guys wrap up the hour reacting to breaking news of Aaron Gordon’s trade to the Rockets, what Rajon Rondo would bring to the Clippers in a trade, and George Hills trade to the Sixers, and how forthcoming trades could change the title outlook for many NBA teams. And please check out Rich's other podcast every Friday: Just Getting Started with Rich Eisen Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Guest host Ryan Leaf starts the hour breaking down the Patriots’ off-season moves and if they will have any impact on the Bills’ chances to repeat as AFC East champions, and if Mitchell Trubisky will get another shot at career redemption. Leaf weighs in on the Buccaneers bringing back more of their top free agents and what that means for their chances to repeat as Super Bowl champions. Indianapolis Colts Owner Jim Irsay reveals to Ryan just how close the team came to choosing him over Peyton Manning in the 1998 NFL Draft, his close friendship with the late writer Hunter S. Thompson including a recording of the famed writer leaving him a scathing voicemail, why he reached out to Leaf after his the former NFL quarterback’s post-playing career troubles with addiction, and how much of the bad buzz surrounding Leaf before the ’98 Draft got back to him.  The guys wrap up the hour revealing their final choices for their ‘Breakfast Club’ detention group. And please check out Rich's other podcast every Friday: Just Getting Started with Rich Eisen Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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