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The Chris Russell Show

Chris discusses and debates DC sports on his daily show. Get informed and opinionated discussion of the Washington Commanders, the Nationals, Capitals, Wizards, and more.
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Hour 2: Who can't Adam Peters let out the door?

We're in off-season mode, who would you focus on bringing back if you were in Adam Peters' shoes? Rooster thinks Zach Ertz is a MUST sign and the Dyami Brown might fetch a pretty penny on a thin WR free agent market.

Feb 12, 202541 min

Hour 3 - Luka's Debut In LA

The Rooster & Doc finish up the conversation about players vs. play callers and touch on Luka Doncic's debut for the Lakers. Was that the worst trade decision by Nico Harrison? We debate!

Feb 11, 202546 min

Hour 2 - Does Deebo Have a Home In DC?

The Rooster and Doc debate whether or not Deebo would be a good fit for the Commanders. We also get into the Players versus coaches debate after the Eagles lose their OC again.

Feb 11, 202548 min

Hour 1 - Bolstering the Trenches

The Eagles won the Super Bowl by getting to Patrick Mahomes, protecting Jalen Hurts, and creating run lanes for Saquon. Chris & Doc debate how the Commanders can adopt that philosophy and what pieces they can keep/gather to improve in those areas

Feb 11, 202548 min

Full Show: Monday 2-10-25

Following the Super Bowl, Rooster covers everything on the Big Game Blowout. Max tries to explain the Super Bowl half-time show, Rooster asks "Are the Commanders better than the Chiefs?" and former Washington Redskins Head Coach Jay Gruden joins us to break down the whole thing.

Feb 10, 20252 hr 8 min

Hour 1: A Super Bowl Blowout, Max attempts to explain the Half Time Show

Last night was a BLOWOUT but there's still much to discuss. It looked like it was going to be a Ref show early, then the Eagles put their foot on the gas and floored it. Did Jalen Hurts deserve to win Super Bowl MVP? Then, Max attempts to explain the Kendrick Lamar halftime show to Rooster. Finally, should the Commanders go after Josh Sweat in free agency?

Feb 10, 202544 min

Hour 2: How Close are the Commanders to winning it all?

After last night's blowout, the Eagles were clearly the better team which begs the question... how close are the Commanders to winning it all? Then we get to Josh Sweat, who is slated to being a free agent this coming offseason. Should the Commanders pursuit if Myles Garrett fails to become available?

Feb 10, 202541 min

Chris Russell Full Show 2-6-25

Craig Hoffman & Shawn Syed join as we talk Wizards at the trade deadline, Myles Garrett in the burgundy and gold, and so much more.

Feb 06, 20252 hr 18 min

Hour 1: Wizards On 3-game Win Streak

The Rooster goes over the Wizards' trades before the deadline and talks about building a culture in order to set up future success rather than tanking.

Feb 06, 202545 min

Chris Russell - Full Show 2/5/25

So much to get to on this Wind Bag Wednesday. The Wizards have traded Kyle Kuzma to Milwaukee, Myles Garrett has requested a trade, what would you give up to get him? All that and more on this episode of the Chris Russell Show.

Feb 05, 20252 hr 7 min

Hour 1: Windbag Wednesday is BACK, Wizards trade Kyle Kuzma to Milwaukee

Rooster and the YIC are BACK on a heater, today with some Breaking News! Kyle Kuzma and Patrick Baldwin have officially been traded to the Milwaukee Bucks in exchange for Khris Middleton, AJ Johnson and a second round pick. The fellas give their takes, then we have a conversation about who's to blame for this slow start to the Wizards "teardown" phase.

Feb 05, 202543 min

Hour 3: Potential Trade Targets, Chasing 895 and Dumb Dumb of the Day

Rooster and Lynnell discuss other potential trade targets this offseason besides the great Myles Garrett. Then, Alex Ovechkin scored a buzzer beater last night with 0.1 seconds to go. That goal gets him within 17 of the Great One Wayne Gretzky. Finally we close out the program with Dumb Dumb of the Day!

Feb 05, 202541 min

Chris and Doc interview Jay Gruden

Chris Russell and Doc Walker interview former Redskins head coach Jay Gruden ahead of Super Bowl LIX and also ask him about potential offseason moves for the Commanders.

Feb 04, 202519 min

Hour 2: Myles Garrett and other possible trade options for the Commanders

Hour 2: Are there other free agents worth considering instead of Myles Garrett? / Would it be worth giving up what it would take to get Myles Garrett in DC? / Callers weigh in with Myles Garrett propals, including one with Watson / I didn't understand your point but tell your friends you were right

Feb 04, 202547 min

Hour 1: Josh Harris says "Commanders" is Here to Stay

kicking off the show Rooster is reacting to Josh Harris' end of year presser where he confirmed that the name Commanders is here to stay. Rooster gives his reaction, then we take your calls on the news.

Feb 03, 202545 min
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