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Gregg Giannotti Slams Rich Eisen's 'Boring' Show

5/17/2025

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Gregg Giannotti didn't hold back in his critique of Rich Eisen's talk show, labeling it "Ambien" and the "most boring" in America. He expressed shock at Eisen's popularity and questioned his multiple roles, contrasting Eisen's lackluster hosting with the vibrant energy of Pat McAfee's show. Giannotti believes Eisen's return to ESPN won't dent McAfee's rising success.

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Gregg Giannotti didn't hold back in his critique of Rich Eisen's talk show, labeling it "Ambien" and the "most boring" in America. He expressed shock at Eisen's popularity and questioned his multiple roles, contrasting Eisen's lackluster hosting with the vibrant energy of Pat McAfee's show. Giannotti believes Eisen's return to ESPN won't dent McAfee's rising success.