Episodios

  • Full Show | Friday 01-30-26

    Full Show | Friday 01-30-26
    Jan 30 2026
    Chris Russell opens the show casually chatting with producers A-MAC and Mad Max before diving into the challenges Capitals fans face trying to watch games amid media rights deals and streaming exclusivity. He then reacts to the Wizards’ win on John Wall Night, debating what victories like that mean for draft positioning and the team’s rebuild. ESPN’s John Buccigross joins to recap the Capitals’ overtime win and highlight NHL news and storylines. The conversation shifts to the NFL as Russell analyzes the Vikings’ awkward firing of GM Kwesi Adofo-Mensah, including how drafting J.J. McCarthy and moving on from Sam Darnold may have influenced the decision. NBA discussion continues with a reflection on LeBron James potentially playing his final game in Washington, while listeners share the iconic athletes they’ve yet to see live. The hour closes with league-wide updates, including the NFL’s projected $300 million salary cap, the Packers’ re-signing of Matt LaFleur and key front office executives, and ongoing fan reactions to the Bill Belichick Hall of Fame snub, blending local team coverage, league analysis, and fan-driven storytelling into a comprehensive sports roundup.
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    2 h y 18 m
  • Hour 1 - Wizards Win On John Wall Night & Capitals Win In OT Thriller

    Hour 1 - Wizards Win On John Wall Night & Capitals Win In OT Thriller
    Jan 30 2026
    Hour 1 opens with Chris Russell shooting the breeze with producers A-MAC and Madd Max before shifting to a familiar frustration for fans the difficulty of finding Capitals games on TV due to media rights deals and streaming exclusivity. Russell then turns his attention to the Wizards, reacting to their win on John Wall Night and debating what victories like that mean for draft positioning and the push to finish in the NBA’s bottom tier. The hour wraps with hockey talk as ESPN’s John Buccigross joins to break down the Capitals’ overtime win and run through the latest news, scores, and storylines from around the NHL, giving listeners a well-rounded start to the show.
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    47 m
  • Hour 2 - Vikings Fire GM After Reported Tension & Lebron James Final Game In D.C. Tonight?

    Hour 2 - Vikings Fire GM After Reported Tension & Lebron James Final Game In D.C. Tonight?
    Jan 30 2026
    Hour 2 begins with a deep dive into the Vikings’ awkwardly timed decision to fire GM Kwesi Adofo-Mensah weeks after the season ended, sparking league-wide reaction and debate. Chris Russell breaks down how Minnesota’s quarterback choices, drafting J.J. McCarthy and moving on from Sam Darnold, may have played a major role in the front office shakeup. The conversation then pivots to the NBA, as Russell discusses the possibility that tonight could be LeBron James’ final game in Washington, sharing his own surprising admission that he’s never seen LeBron play in person. The hour wraps with audience interaction, as listeners weigh in on the iconic athletes they’ve never seen live but still hope to cross off their sports bucket list, blending NFL analysis, NBA reflection, and fan-driven storytelling.
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    46 m
  • Hour 3 - NFL Salary Cap, Packers Re-Signings, and Audience Sports Bucket Lists

    Hour 3 - NFL Salary Cap, Packers Re-Signings, and Audience Sports Bucket Lists
    Jan 30 2026
    Hour 3 opens with Chris Russell breaking down the NFL’s newly announced salary cap, projected to exceed $300 million, and what it could mean for teams and player contracts in the upcoming season. The conversation then shifts to the Packers, as Russell reviews the re-signing of head coach Matt LaFleur, the GM, and other key front office executives, analyzing how the moves impact stability and team direction. The hour wraps with audience reactions, as listeners continue sharing their answers to Russell’s question about iconic athletes they’ve never seen live but still hope to witness in person, along with thoughts on the Bill Belichick Hall of Fame snub and other fan-favorite topics. This hour blends league-wide updates, team-specific analysis, and fan-driven discussion for a complete sports roundup.
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    46 m
  • Vikings’ Late Firing of Kwesi Adofo-Mensah Raises Eyebrows

    Vikings’ Late Firing of Kwesi Adofo-Mensah Raises Eyebrows
    Jan 30 2026
    The Vikings shocked the NFL world by firing GM Kwesi Adofo-Mensah three weeks after the season ended, a move widely regarded as awkwardly timed and leaving many questions about the franchise’s direction. Chris Russell dives into the decision, breaking down how the team’s handling of the quarterback position, drafting JJ McCarthy while letting Sam Darnold go, may have factored into the firing. He also explores reports of internal tension within the organization and whether that played a role in the GM’s departure. Listen as the Rooster weighs the context, provides his perspective on the decision, and explains what it could mean for the Vikings moving forward.
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    28 m
  • ESPN's John Buccigross Recaps Caps OT Win and Other NHL Headlines

    ESPN's John Buccigross Recaps Caps OT Win and Other NHL Headlines
    Jan 30 2026
    John Buccigross joins the show to recap the Capitals’ thrilling overtime win from the night before, breaking down the key moments and what the victory means for Washington moving forward. The conversation expands to a tour around the NHL, hitting on other notable scores, storylines, and trends from across the league. Buccigross also helps preview the marquee matchups coming up this Sunday, including one he’ll be calling, offering insight into what fans should watch for and why those games carry added significance.
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    22 m
  • Full Show | Thursday 01-29-26

    Full Show | Thursday 01-29-26
    Jan 29 2026
    The show opens with Chris Russell reflecting on the Wizards honoring John Wall, offering an honest assessment of his career; praising him as a very good player while noting how injuries and limited postseason success shaped his legacy. MAXX Sports & Entertainment’s Nick Ashooh joins to discuss Wall’s impact on the franchise and fanbase, while also examining the current Wizards’ young core and future during a full rebuild. The conversation then pivots to NFL topics, revisiting the Bill Belichick Hall of Fame snub with reactions from league voices, followed by a deep dive into the Commanders’ defense, analyzing Daron Payne’s production, cap hit, and consistency while highlighting Bobby Wagner as the team’s top defensive player. Former Redskin and Super Bowl champion Mark Schlereth joins to preview Super Bowl LX, breaking down key matchups and storylines. Russell also covers Eagles coordinator struggles, Pro Bowl voting for Shedeur Sanders, and evaluates the Commanders’ defensive standouts from last season, ranking Von Miller and assessing who truly anchored the unit, before wrapping with updates on the team’s coaching hires and coordinator moves, blending local coverage, NFL championship analysis, and expert insight.
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    2 h y 9 m
  • Hour 1 - John Wall’s Legacy: What the Former Wizard Means to D.C. Ahead of His Honor Tonight

    Hour 1 - John Wall’s Legacy: What the Former Wizard Means to D.C. Ahead of His Honor Tonight
    Jan 29 2026
    Hour 1 centers on the Wizards honoring John Wall, with Chris Russell offering an honest assessment of Wall’s career in Washington; praising him as a very good player while stopping short of calling him truly great. Russell breaks down how injuries and the lack of deep postseason success shaped Wall’s legacy and fueled the ongoing debate about where he ranks in franchise history. MAXX Sports & Entertainment’s Nick Ashooh joins the conversation to discuss what Wall meant to the organization and fanbase, while also shifting the focus to the current Wizards, their young core, and what the future could hold during a full rebuild. The hour closes with Russell reflecting on the end of Wall’s tenure in D.C. and revisiting the trade that sent him away for Russell Westbrook, offering hindsight on whether that deal ultimately helped or hurt the franchise.
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    45 m