Episodios

  • Full Show | Monday 12-22-25

    Full Show | Monday 12-22-25
    Dec 22 2025
    The Chris Russell Show opens with The Rooster expressing frustration with Commanders head coach Dan Quinn, questioning the value of a “best division record” after a loss to Philadelphia, and breaking down Washington’s persistent tackling issues, highlighted by Saquon Barkley dominating the defense. He reacts to Nick Sirianni’s late-game decision to go for two and raises concerns about the team’s quarterback depth if Josh Johnson had been forced into action. Chris continues his deep dive into the tackling struggles, citing PFF grades and poor performances from players like Javon Kinlaw, and discusses accountability between players and coaches. The show then expands around the NFL, covering DK Metcalf punching a fan, Derrick Henry sitting out late for the Ravens, and analyzing key matchups such as Steelers vs. Lions and Patriots vs. Ravens. It wraps with listener calls, debates on play-calling and player performances, and insights from the College Football Playoff kickoff, blending statistics, analysis, and Rooster-style commentary across pro and college football.
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    2 h y 9 m
  • Hour 1 - Dan Quinn Frustration, Saquon Exposes Commanders Tackling & 2-point Decision

    Hour 1 - Dan Quinn Frustration, Saquon Exposes Commanders Tackling & 2-point Decision
    Dec 22 2025
    The Chris Russell Show opens with The Rooster airing his frustration with Commanders head coach Dan Quinn, pushing back on the idea of a “best division record” accomplishment and questioning how much it really matters after a loss to Philadelphia. Chris then breaks down Washington’s continued tackling issues, highlighted by Saquon Barkley running all over the defense. The discussion continues with Rooster reacting to Nick Sirianni and the Eagles going for two late in the game while already up big, before closing the hour by raising concerns about the Commanders’ quarterback depth and what would have happened if Josh Johnson had gone down. A candid, opinion-driven start to the show following another tough divisional loss.
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    43 m
  • Hour 2 - Tackling Breakdown, Player Accountability & Commanders Analysis

    Hour 2 - Tackling Breakdown, Player Accountability & Commanders Analysis
    Dec 22 2025
    In Hour 2 of The Chris Russell Show, The Rooster continues his deep dive into the Commanders’ tackling struggles. Chris highlights PFF team grades and poor performances from players like Javon Kinlaw, providing insight into why Washington’s defense has been so ineffective. A caller then questions why Rooster calls out players instead of coaches, leading to a discussion on accountability and the roles of players versus coaching staff. The hour blends statistics, analysis, and Rooster’s unfiltered opinion to dissect the Commanders’ ongoing defensive challenges.
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    44 m
  • Hour 3 - Commanders Wrap, NFL Headlines & CFP Reactions

    Hour 3 - Commanders Wrap, NFL Headlines & CFP Reactions
    Dec 22 2025
    In the final hour of The Chris Russell Show, The Rooster wraps up his Commanders coverage, taking calls from listeners and debating play-calling, player performances, and other hot topics surrounding Washington. He then goes around the NFL, discussing major stories including DK Metcalf punching a fan and Derrick Henry sitting out at the end of the Ravens’ game, while breaking down key matchups like Steelers vs. Lions and Patriots vs. Ravens. The hour closes with reactions to the College Football Playoff kickoff over the weekend, offering insights, analysis, and Rooster-style commentary on the biggest moments in college football.
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    41 m
  • Breaking Down Some Of The NFL’s Biggest Stories and Weekend Matchups

    Breaking Down Some Of The NFL’s Biggest Stories and Weekend Matchups
    Dec 22 2025
    Chris Russell takes a tour around the NFL, touching on some of the league’s biggest stories, including DK Metcalf punching a fan and Derrick Henry being absent from the Ravens’ lineup at the end of the fourth quarter. He then breaks down the respective games, analyzing key moments and takeaways from the Steelers vs. Lions and Patriots vs. Ravens matchups.
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    12 m
  • Saquon Barkley Exposes Commanders’ Tackling Issues

    Saquon Barkley Exposes Commanders’ Tackling Issues
    Dec 22 2025
    After playing audio of Saquon Barkley’s touchdown, The Rooster zeroes in on one of the Commanders’ biggest and most persistent issues: tackling. Chris Russell emphasizes how long this problem has plagued the team and makes the point that poor tackling can’t be coached around, stressing that fundamentals and execution ultimately define defensive success.
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    8 m
  • Full Show | Friday 12-19-25

    Full Show | Friday 12-19-25
    Dec 19 2025
    The Chris Russell Show kicks off with The Rooster previewing the Commanders’ upcoming matchup against the Eagles, highlighting why Philadelphia has plenty to play for while Washington does not. The conversation shifts to lighter moments, including Chris recapping Audacy’s Christmas party and his own dance-floor antics, before diving into Thursday Night Football’s Rams-Seahawks thriller, analyzing the Seahawks’ bold two-point conversion that forced overtime. Chris then focuses on the off-field issues surrounding Puka Nacua, playing Sean McVay’s postgame audio and sharing his reaction, before returning to the Commanders-Eagles matchup to discuss which Washington players need breakout performances and bringing in Jody McDonald to provide the Eagles’ perspective. The show wraps with college football analysis, breaking down first-round College Football Playoff matchups, reacting to Nick Saban’s controversial Oregon vs. James Madison comment, and closing with Rooster’s “Dueling Super 6 Pack” and top NFL power rankings; a fast-paced mix of insight, opinion, and Rooster-style commentary across pro and college football.
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    2 h y 12 m
  • Hour 1 - Eagles Motivation, Party Stories & TNF Drama

    Hour 1 - Eagles Motivation, Party Stories & TNF Drama
    Dec 19 2025
    Hour 1 of The Chris Russell Show opens with The Rooster previewing the Commanders’ upcoming matchup against the Eagles, explaining why Philadelphia has plenty to play for while Washington does not. The hour then shifts to some lighter moments as Chris recaps Audacy’s Christmas party, including his own dance-floor antics and A-MAC skipping the event altogether. From there, Rooster breaks down last night’s Thursday Night Football thriller between the Rams and Seahawks that went to overtime, including a deep dive into the Seahawks’ bold two-point conversion that tied the game and forced OT. A mix of Commander's insight, NFL analysis, and classic Rooster personality to kick off the show.
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    45 m