After a pre-show discussion around the office, the Rooster kicks things off by questioning whether tanking in the NBA actually benefits teams long-term. Using Oklahoma City and Indiana as examples of smart rebuilding through patience and development, the crew also examines the Washington Wizards’ post-Wall and Beal strategy and revisits the Sixers’…

Florio recently claimed that the Commanders knew they were going to lose to the Eagles in their NFC Championship matchup, sparking a lively debate between AMAC and the Rooster over whether the game was truly competitive. Tune in for that back-and-forth and more, including Deion Sanders’ thoughts on Shedeur Sanders’ pre-draft process, all in our fin…

We break down the good, the bad, and the ugly from the Nationals’ weekend series against the Arizona Diamondbacks, highlighted by an explosive 10-run first inning on Saturday. The Rooster dives into the pitching rotation, defensive performance, and offensive output, offering a balanced critique of the Nats' overall solid play, while pointing out bo…

After a pre-show discussion around the office, the Rooster kicks off the conversation by questioning whether tanking in the NBA truly benefits an organization. He points to Oklahoma City and Indiana as strong examples of teams that have successfully rebuilt their rosters through patience and smart development. We also examine the Washington Wizards…

It's a Feel Good Friday and the Nats are cooking! Setting a franchise record last night, the Nationals defeated the Seattle Mariners with 7 runs in the 10th. Plus, we discuss the fate of Brian Robinson Jr. Will he still be the starter by the time we get to week 18?

The Nats set a franchise record last night, scoring 7 runs in the 10th inning the most in team history vs the Seattle Mariners. The young guys are coming along quite nicely, could they hit .500 sooner than we think?

PFF ranked Brian Robinson the 31st out of 32 RBs in the NFL. Do you think he'll be the starter by week 18?

We continue our discussion on Brian Robinson Jr. will he remain the starter? Then Rooster and Max get into the handshake lines between the Panthers and the Hurricanes. Finally, Dumb Dumb of the Day!

After Jalen Ramsey posted a cryptic tweet suggesting his time in Miami could be ending, Chris Russell ("The Rooster") speculated on the possibility of the star cornerback joining the Washington Commanders. He praised Ramsey's talent, discussed trade possibilities, including a bold hypothetical deal involving Daron Payne, and debated the team's cham…

The show continues with our reactions to Mike Rizzo’s standout interview, as we share our thoughts on the Nationals’ rollercoaster season. Rizzo also responds directly to Ken Rosenthal’s article labeling the team a “bottom feeder,” and we play that audio along with the Rooster’s take as we consider the Nationals’ current state and what the future m…

After continuing the spirited debate from the first hour about whether the Commanders are truly a championship-caliber team, we shift back to the day's top story; Jalen Ramsey. The Rooster presents a bold hypothetical trade scenario in which Washington sends Daron Payne to Miami in exchange for Ramsey, arguing how such a move could benefit the Comm…

After Jalen Ramsey posted a cryptic tweet hinting that his time in Miami might be coming to an end, Chris Russell began speculating about the possibility of the star cornerback joining the Washington Commanders. "The Rooster" shared his thoughts on what he likes about Ramsey as a player, what he’d be willing to give up in a trade, and how realistic…

The show opens with the Rooster delivering an informative update on the Capital One Arena rebuild before shifting focus to the Commanders’ OTAs, where the absence of several key players takes center stage. The Rooster breaks down which absences should raise concern, offering valuable context, especially around Terry McLaurin’s unique situation comp…

We kick off the third hour by listening to Dan Quinn, hoping to gain some insight into the major OTA absences. The Rooster reacts to key sound bites, including Quinn’s thoughts on Jayden and other pressing topics. From there, we shift gears to an NBA Playoff recap and dive into a bigger conversation: what truly defines an NBA superstar, especially …

The Rooster dives into why all OTA absences should not be viewed the same, sparking a broader conversation with audience input as we all share how concerned we are, if at all. Later, we react to Terry Bradshaw’s scathing remarks about Aaron Rodgers and the Steelers, debating whether Rodgers is truly "worth the chase." The hour wraps up with some po…

The show opens with the Rooster delivering an informative update on the Capital One Arena rebuild, setting the stage before shifting focus to Commanders OTAs. The discussion centers on the absence of several key players, with the Rooster breaking down who fans should be concerned about and why. He also highlights how Terry McLaurin's situation stan…

We kick off the show recapping a packed sports weekend following Memorial Day, diving into major headlines including a new Washington Post poll showing a significant rise in fan support and approval for the Commanders' name. After sharing initial reactions, we open the phone lines to blend listener perspectives with the data, as Chris notes the lim…

After continuing our reaction to Ken Rosenthal’s article labeling the Nationals as one of MLB’s bottom feeders, the Rooster shares his candid take on where the organization truly stands compared to the rest of the league. He breaks down the team's current trajectory and whether the criticism is warranted. From there, we shift to the NBA, responding…

After the Rooster shares his final thoughts on the recent surge in support for the Commanders and takes calls from listeners weighing in on the team's name and direction, we shift gears to the Nationals. Coming off a series loss to the Giants, the team continues to struggle, and MLB insider Ken Rosenthal recently labeled them as one of the league’s…

We kick off the show by recapping a packed weekend in sports following the extended Memorial Day break, covering all the major headlines and storylines. In the first hour, we dive into the latest Washington Post poll that gauges fan support and opinions on the team's name; a poll that reveals a significant uptick in both areas. After sharing our in…

The Sports Junkies, BMitch & Finlay, Grant & Danny, The Kevin Sheehan Show, The Chris Russell Show and The Hoffman Show all weigh in on the Tush Push vote this past week

Hour 3: Chris interviews famed wrestler Santino Marella / Final hot dog takes / On the possible glass roof at the proposed stadium at the RFK location / Dum Dum of the Day

The first annual Wienie 500 race of Wieniemobiles at the Indianapolis 500 today leads to a conversation about the best, and worst, styles of hot dogs.

Hour 1: The Nationals are on 5 game win streak, but are they any good? / The Nationals are favored to beat the Braves today / Tobi Altizer stops by the studio to talk about the good not great Nationals

The Nationals are on 5 game win streak and favored to beat the Braves today, but are they really any good?

We kick off the show with an incredible game and unforgettable finish between the Knicks and Pacers, as the Rooster breaks down the thrilling final minutes, highlights Aaron Nesmith’s scorching streak of three-pointers, and dives into Tyrese Haliburton’s electric celebration; an ending that might go down as one of the greatest in NBA history. From …

After the Rooster continues his passionate diatribe against the NFL for prioritizing profits over player safety, specifically criticizing the league's pursuit of prime-time windows at the expense of short turnaround games, we shift gears to pay our respects to Jim Irsay. We reflect on why his legacy holds significance in the broader context of the …

After our producer Brian hops on the mic to share his thoughts on the Cowboys, he leaves us with two bold takes—first, that Cowboys fans are generally clueless (himself excluded), and second, the more debatable claim: Dak Prescott is a top 10 quarterback. We dive into that argument, offering our own reactions and perspectives on Dak's place among t…

We kick off the show with an incredible game and unforgettable finish between the Knicks and Pacers. The Rooster breaks down the thrilling final minutes, highlights Aaron Nesmith’s scorching streak of three-pointers, and dives into Tyrese Haliburton’s electric celebration. There's so much to unpack as we try to contain our excitement over what migh…

After the NFL owners voted 22-10 to keep the tush push in play, The Rooster launches into a fiery rant, pulling no punches as he argues that the play undermines the integrity of the game and alienates fans. He breaks down how the tush push has become a detrimental force, stripping the sport of its excitement and turning off audiences who crave inno…

After wrapping up a lively and insightful discussion on the tush push, the Rooster shifts focus to the Nationals' recent success in replacing Dylan Crews with Robert Hassell III. With the Nats extending their win streak to four games after a thrilling series opener against the Braves, Hassell delivered a standout performance that had everyone talki…

The Rooster opens up the phone lines as callers weigh in with their takes on the NFL’s decision to uphold the tush push. It’s a lively back-and-forth as we say yay or nay to the controversial play, sparking debate over its impact on the game. While there’s a mix of agreement and disagreement among fans, the conversation digs deeper into possible wa…

After the NFL owners voted 22-10 to keep the tush push in play, The Rooster goes on a fiery rant, pulling no punches when it comes to the league’s decision. In this episode, he dives deep into the rule itself, arguing that the play not only undermines the integrity of the game but also alienates fans. He breaks down how the tush push has become a d…

We open the show recapping the Nationals’ sweep of the Orioles before diving into the heated exchange between Ryan Clark and Robert Griffin III—sparked by RGIII’s comment about Angel and the mention of his wife. The Rooster weighs in as we ask: Who crossed the line, and what role does race play?Listeners call in with their takes on the RGIII-Clark …

After wrapping up the calls and sharing our final thoughts on the RGIII vs. Ryan Clark debate, the Rooster delivers a strong breakdown of the Nationals’ upcoming matchup against the Braves; fresh off a weekend sweep of the Orioles. Tune in for the key matchups and what the Nats need to keep doing to take down Atlanta.…

After introducing the topic in the first hour, we open up the phone lines for callers to weigh in on the RGIII vs. Ryan Clark debate, as well as the impact Caitlin Clark’s rising stardom is having on the WNBA. We share our own thoughts on the “jealousy” narrative surrounding Caitlin Clark and take a deeper dive into the events that led to the escal…

We kick off the show by recapping the Nationals' sweep of the Orioles, then shift gears to Ryan Clark’s response to Robert Griffin III’s comment about Angel and the unexpected mention of RGIII’s wife. That moment sparked a chain of events, leading to the Rooster weighing in with his take: Who crossed the line? What role does race play in all of thi…

Lynnell Willingham was in for Chris Russell today.

Hour 1: Lynnell Willingham is in for Chris Russell today / Caitlin Clark flagrant fouls Angel Reese / The Thunder defeat Nuggets in game 7 / Who should the Wizards be looking at with the #6 overall draft pick? / Should the Wizards try trade up to the #3 pick from the 76ers? / What do the Wizards need to do to start winning again?…

Hour 2: Chase Hughes of Monumental Sports talks about the Wizards draft options / Frankie Luvuu speaks up about banning the tush push / Should the NFL ban the tush push at the Spring League Meeting this week? / Lynnell gives his final take on the tush push

Hour 3: Going over Mike Clay's projections for the Commanders in 2025 / Anyone writing off Brian Robinson in the 2025 season is an idiot! / Will Brian Robinson lead the Commanders in rushing yards and TDs in 2025? / Mike Clay's projections for Brian Robinson in 2025