The first fantasy football league was formed in 1963 by a group of friends, including Bill Winkenbach, a minority owner of the Oakland Raiders. They called it the Greater Oakland Professional Pigskin Prognosticators League, or GOAPL, and played for pennies, using box scores from newspapers to track their results. [... more]

Brett Favre's emotional tribute to his father, Irvin, at the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2016, highlights the importance of a father's influence and the lessons learned from his own experiences, including the value of toughness, teamwork, and redemption. [... more]

The first fantasy football league was formed in 1962 by a group of friends, including Bill Winkenbach, who were fans of the Oakland Raiders. They created a game where they would draft players and compete against each other, using newspaper box scores to track their progress. This early form of fantasy football was played for pennies and was a precursor to the modern game. [... more]

Rich Eisen Show guest Mike Madden discusses his father John Madden's legacy, including the Madden NFL video game series and the John Madden Thanksgiving Celebration. Aaron Rodgers talks about his future with the New York Jets, and the team's coaching and management situation. [... more]

The stories behind everyday sayings and phrases are often fascinating and rooted in history. From 'the whole nine yards' to 'you can run but you can't hide', each phrase has a unique origin that reveals the complexities of the English language. Join Andrew Thompson as he explores the origins of these expressions, shedding light on the military, horse racing, and even ancient Roman toilet habits that have shaped our language. [... more]

Legendary NFL quarterback Brett Favre shares the story of how he played in a must-win Monday Night Football game against the Oakland Raiders just days after his father's fatal heart attack, and how he found comfort and strength in his Christian faith during that difficult time. [... more]

Brett Favre played a crucial game for the Oakland Raiders the day after his father's fatal heart attack, and he credits his Christian faith with helping him find the strength to perform at his best. [... more]

The Carolina Panthers are gearing up for the new season with Jake Delome and Jordan Gross set to join the radio network. Meanwhile, the NFL has partnered with Roc Nation, led by Jay-Z, in a move that has sparked skepticism from players like Eric Reid. In college football news, Disney's Magic Kingdom in Orlando will host College Game Day for week zero games, but fans may be disappointed by the lack of signs and flags allowed in the park. [... more]