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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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Full Show - Thursday - 3-6-25

The Rooster recaps the Capitals' electric win over the Rangers headlined by Wilson's game-winning goal. With such a deep draft and free agency filled with edge rushers, we debate where Joey Bosa stacks up. We react to Jay Gruden's list of breakthrough players while The Rooster gives his thoughts and his own list. Also we award the Dum Dum of the Day after receiving the breaking news surrounding Trey Hendrickson.

Mar 06, 20252 hr 7 min

Hour 1 - Capitals & Wizards Both Squeeze Out A Win

The Rooster recaps the Capitals' electric win over the Rangers headlined by Wilson's game-winning goal. Ovechkin also inches closer to the Gretsky record while the Wizards get another win.

Mar 06, 202543 min

Full Show | Wednesday 3-5-25

Packed show today as new can't stop breaking. DK Metcalf requested a trade, how aggressive should the Commanders be in their pursuit? Then, Chris asks "Should the Commanders prioritize re-signing Marcus Mariota?" and the boys take a look at pending free agents the Commanders should make a priority. Finally, Zack Baun re-signs in Philadelphia. What does this mean for the Commanders?

Mar 05, 20252 hr 10 min

Hour 1 - DK Metcalf requests a trade

Just as we get rolling Rooster starts by telling you why the Commanders may be priced out of the Dyami Brown business. Then, we break some news as DK Metcalf requests a trade from the Seattle Seahawks. Should the Commanders pursue this? How aggressive should they be?

Mar 05, 202544 min

Hour 2 - Pending Free Agents, Is Marcus Mariota a Must Re-Sign?

Lots of Breaking News today on the NFL Front as Christian Kirk has been released by the Jacksonville Jaguars, Rooster takes a look at all of the pending free agents and gives you who he thinks the Commanders should keep their eye on. Then, there are a lot of QB hungry teams around the NFL, is Marcus Mariota a must re-sign for the Commanders?

Mar 05, 202544 min

Full Show - Tuesday 3-4-25

The Rooster is back from vacation and reacts to the blockbuster Deebo Samuel trade and tell you why it may not work out. Also we react to the Saquon extension and tell you how it affects the Commanders

Mar 04, 20252 hr 11 min

Full Show | Monday 3-3-25

Deebo Samuel is a Washington Commander and Lynnell thinks the two fit together like PB&J. Plus, NBC Sports San Fran's Matt Maiocco joins Lynnell to chat about why Deebo will be a good fit in Washington as well as a major reason for his lack of production in 2024. Then, we recap Alex Ovechkin's goal to get him within 10 of tying Wayne Gretzky's record. Finally, Mike Jones of the Athletic takes Lynnell around the NFL coming off of NFL Combine Weekend

Mar 03, 20252 hr 10 min

Hour 1 - Lynnell Willingham is Elated that Deebo Samuel is a Washington Commander

Deebo Samuel is a Washington Commander for just a 5th round pick. These are the benefits of having a QB on a rookie contract and Washington is reaping them this offseason. You'll hear how Lynnell feels on this move, plus a MAJOR reason for his lack of production in 2024. How do you feel about this addition? Will this elevate Washington's offense to where it needs to be, or do they need to make more moves?

Mar 03, 202545 min

Full Show | Friday 2-28-25

Whole heap of guests on today's packed show with Rick "Doc" Walker. First, Adrian branch sits down with Doc to talk his Terps who are lighting CBB on fire. Then, Charles Mann taps in to talk all things Myles Garrett as well as reminisce on some old Redskins days. Finally, Doc's old tag team partner Dan Miller joins the show to talk the future of the Detroit Lions as well as Martin Mayhew's retirment

Feb 28, 20251 hr 48 min

Full Show - Thursday 2-27-25

The NFL announces possible rule changes which sparks great debate. Chris also touches on the lack of interest in College hoops after a thriller in College Park last night. Myles Garrett and Trey Smith have updates in contract talks.

Feb 27, 20252 hr 6 min

Hour 3 - Overtime Rule Change Proposals

In our final hour we finish off our conversation about the NFL rules changes, highlight Trey Smith getting tagged, and remark on the breaking Myles Garrett news.

Feb 27, 202542 min

Hour 2 - NFL Rule Changes & Trey Smith's Franchise Tag

After a great first hour Chris goes over some of the NFL's 2025 rule changes including the tush push, and gives his thoughts. We also touch on Trey Smith becoming the highest paid guard after getting franchise tagged.

Feb 27, 202542 min

Hour 1 - College Hoops Is Heating Up, But Do Fans Care?

We tip-off the show with the Rooster reacting to the buzzer beating loss the Terps took at the hands of Michigan St. This leads to Chris ranting about fans' lack of interest in college hoops as the sport is undergoing major changes.

Feb 27, 202541 min

Full Show | Wednesday 2-26-25

The NFLPA dropped a sports media bomb this morning releasing their Player grades for each NFL team. Where do the Washington Commanders rank after a sub-par rating last year? Then Chris is joined by Briana Bennett to talk about this weekend's legacy on Ice benefit at Capital One Arena to honor those lost in an unspeakable tragedy at Regan National last month. Finally Lindsay Rhodes of Sumer Sports taps in LIVE from Indianapolis at the NFL combine.

Feb 26, 20252 hr 5 min

Hour 2: Influence of Owners, plus Legacy on Ice

We kick off the hour talking about how much Ownership really plays a role in the NFL, shockingly, it's more than people realize! Then we talk a little College Hoops, Max's VCU Rams are trying to sneak their way into the CBB tournament. Finally we're joined by Briana Bennett of MedStar Capital Iceplex and Asshburn Ice House to dicuss this weekend's Legacy on Ice benefit at Capital One Arena in honor of the victims of last month's terrible tragedy.

Feb 26, 202543 min
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