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Rich Eisen Returns to ESPN, Sparks Network Rivalry

5/15/2025

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Rich Eisen is set to make his comeback to ESPN this fall, taking the helm of THE RICH EISEN SHOW from noon to 3 p.m. ET. Unlike Pat McAfee's simulcast, Eisen's show will be exclusive to streaming and possibly ESPN Radio. McAfee has shown support for Eisen, but the competitive time slot suggests a brewing rivalry within the network.

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Rich Eisen is set to make his comeback to ESPN this fall, taking the helm of THE RICH EISEN SHOW from noon to 3 p.m. ET. Unlike Pat McAfee's simulcast, Eisen's show will be exclusive to streaming and possibly ESPN Radio. McAfee has shown support for Eisen, but the competitive time slot suggests a brewing rivalry within the network.