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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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131:02

Full Show | Tuesday 10-21-25

The Chris Russell Show ·

2025/10/21

The show kicks off with a playful back-and-forth as Grant Paulsen joins The Rooster following a humorous “trash incident” at Chris’ desk. From there, Chris dives into Jayden Daniels’ injury and his mother’s viral tweets defending her son amid RGIII comparisons, featuring insight from The Athletic’s Mike Jones on Daniels, RGIII, and the Commanders’ season outlook. Hour 2 features audience reactions to the ongoing Daniels-RGIII debate, followed by a discussion on who is to blame for the Commanders’

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46:15

Hour 1 - Grant Paulsen Joins the Rooster,...

The Chris Russell Show ·

2025/10/21

Hour 1 of The Chris Russell Show on The Team 980 kicks off with a playful back-and-forth as Grant Paulsen joins The Rooster after a lighthearted “trash incident” at Chris’ desk. Then, Chris dives deep into the Jayden Daniels injury and his mother’s viral tweets defending her son amid RGIII comparisons. The conversation continues with The Athletic’s Mike Jones, who shares insight on Daniels, RGIII, and the Commanders’ season outlook. Finally, The Rooster breaks down why Daniels and RGIII are far from

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41:23

Hour 2 - Fans React to RGIII–Jayden Daniels, Plus...

The Chris Russell Show ·

2025/10/21

Hour 2 kicks off with audience reactions to the ongoing RGIII–Jayden Daniels comparisons, as fans weigh in with their takes. The conversation continues with Chris wrapping up the debate and diving into who’s to blame for the Commanders’ defensive struggles; Adam Peters, player execution, or Joe Whitt’s scheme. Finally, Chris highlights a crazy stat linking the Ravens and Commanders, revealing how both teams’ defenses are struggling in surprising ways. It’s an hour packed with fan interaction,

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43:35

Hour 3 - Ravens Locker Room, Commanders Free Agents &...

The Chris Russell Show ·

2025/10/21

Hour 3 starts with a discussion on the Ravens removing their foosball table and what it might signal about bigger locker room issues, with insights from The Rooster and A-MAC. Next, Chris breaks down potential free agent targets for the Commanders, highlighting opportunities to strengthen the roster. Finally, the conversation turns to the NFL at large as the Jets’ owner Woody Johnson throws QB Justin Fields under the bus, sparking debate on accountability and team leadership. It’s a high-energy,

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16:20

Rooster & A-MAC Discuss Ravens’ Foosball Removal and...

The Chris Russell Show ·

2025/10/21

The Baltimore Sun recently reported that the Ravens have removed all player entertainment, including foosball and ping pong tables, from their locker room. Chris “The Rooster” Russell recalls a similar situation from the Commanders’ locker room and brings in A-MAC to discuss the significance of this move for Baltimore. Together, they explore whether this is simply a minor adjustment or if it points to deeper issues within the Ravens organization.

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16:47

The Athletic’s Mike Jones on RGIII–Daniels Talk,...

The Chris Russell Show ·

2025/10/21

After Jayden Daniels’ mother took to social media to push back on comparisons between her son and former Washington quarterback Robert Griffin III, Mike Jones of The Athletic wrote a piece echoing her sentiments and breaking down why those parallels miss the mark. He joins Chris “The Rooster” Russell to discuss his article, the context behind the comparisons, and his broader thoughts on the Commanders’ season so far.

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125:24

Full Show | Monday 10-20-25

The Chris Russell Show ·

2025/10/20

Chris “The Rooster” Russell kicks off Hour 1 on The Team 980 fired up after the Commanders’ 44–22 loss to the Cowboys, sharing his take on fans’ outrage toward Joe Whitt Jr. and opening the lines for listener reactions across the DMV. He breaks down Dak Prescott’s touchdown to CeeDee Lamb, explaining why execution—not scheme—is the real issue. Hour 2 heats up as Chris, A-MAC, and the crew spar with Cowboy B over the loss, provide updates on Dorance Armstrong’s injury, and critique Adam Peters’

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42:24

Hour 1 - Commanders’ Loss Reaction, Fan Outrage, and...

The Chris Russell Show ·

2025/10/20

Chris “The Rooster” Russell kicks off Hour 1 on The Team 980 reacting to the Commanders’ tough 44–22 loss to the Cowboys and he’s not holding back. Chris shares his take on the fans’ outrage toward Joe Whitt Jr. after another disappointing defensive effort, then opens the lines to hear fan reactions from across the DMV. Finally, The Rooster breaks down the Dak-to-CeeDee touchdown, explaining why it’s not the scheme that’s failing, it's the execution. A fiery, can’t-miss hour of Commanders talk

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41:24

Hour 2 - Rooster & A-MAC Roast Cowboy B, Armstrong...

The Chris Russell Show ·

2025/10/20

Hour 2 of Chris “The Rooster” Russell on The Team 980 kicks off with Chris, A-MAC, and the crew ganging up on Cowboy B after the Commanders’ loss to the Cowboys. From there, The Rooster provides the latest Dorance Armstrong injury update and reacts to slow-motion video of the play, giving fans an inside look at the impact. Finally, Chris critiques Adam Peters’ roster-building decisions, questioning the moves shaping the Commanders’ team. It’s an hour full of hot takes, analysis, and fan-focused

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41:47

Hour 3 - Lynnell Willingham Joins, Roster Building,...

The Chris Russell Show ·

2025/10/20

In the final hour of Chris “The Rooster” Russell show Lynnell Willingham joins before his own show to air his frustrations with the Commanders. Chris then dives into the realities of roster building, explaining why the Commanders don’t yet have elite defensive talent. Next, Dan Quinn addresses the media with injury updates and answers questions on what went wrong in the latest loss. It’s a high-energy, fan-focused hour packed with insights, analysis, and behind-the-scenes takes on the

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17:13

Dan Quinn Speaks to Media on Injuries and Commanders’...

The Chris Russell Show ·

2025/10/20

The Rooster pauses the show to bring in live coverage of Dan Quinn speaking with the media, providing updates on Jayden Daniels and Dorance Armstrong’s injuries. Quinn also addresses questions about the locker room culture and breaks down what went wrong in the Commanders’ tough loss yesterday, giving fans an inside look at the team’s struggles and the steps needed to rebound.

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10:12

The Rooster Reacts to Fan Outrage Over Joe Whitt Jr....

The Chris Russell Show ·

2025/10/20

The Rooster fires back at fan outrage surrounding Joe Whitt and yet another disappointing Commanders performance. He breaks down whether Whitt truly deserves to be on the hot seat, weighing coaching decisions, execution issues, and the broader problems plaguing the team. Listen as The Rooster gives his honest take on where the blame should fall after a tough divisional loss — and whether changes need to be made to get Washington back on track.

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45:11

Hour 1 - Hour 1: Kingsbury on Injuries, Deebo’s...

The Chris Russell Show ·

2025/10/17

Chris “The Rooster” Russell kicks off Hour 1 on The Team 980 with a full plate of football talk! Commanders Offensive Coordinator Kliff Kingsbury discusses how injuries are affecting team chemistry, while The Rooster reacts to Deebo Samuel looking hobbled at practice. Then it’s on to Cincinnati, where Wacko for Flacco fever has taken over after the Bengals’ Thursday Night Football win and Chris admits he might’ve been wrong about Joe Flacco. All that and more to start another fiery football Friday

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43:26

Hour 2 - Hour 2: Deebo Injury, Jay Paterno Joins,...

The Chris Russell Show ·

2025/10/17

In Hour 2 we kick off by reading Deebo Samuel’s latest comments on his injury and Chris gives his thoughts on whether he’ll play Sunday. Next, Jay Paterno, former Penn State assistant coach and son of Joe Paterno, joins the show to share insights on coaching, football, and legacy. The Rooster then turns to the big Commanders–Cowboys matchup this weekend, sharing his analysis before hearing audience reactions and takes on the game with Cowboy B providing enemy insights.

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43:08

Hour 3 - More Dallas Week Preview, All things A-MAC,...

The Chris Russell Show ·

2025/10/17

In the final hour, we kick things off with All Things A-MAC, breaking down the biggest college football matchups and previewing the A-MAC Giants taking on the Denver Broncos. Next, Chris analyzes the Commanders’ defense as they face the explosive Cowboys offense and discusses whether Jayden Daniels can bounce back this weekend. Then it’s time for the Super 6 Pack, where Chris breaks down NFL spreads and picks weekend winners. Finally, we close out with Dumb Dumb of the Day, highlighting one of the

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131:35

Full Show | Friday 10-17-25

The Chris Russell Show ·

2025/10/17

Chris “The Rooster” Russell kicks off The Team 980 with a full slate of football coverage, starting with Commanders Offensive Coordinator Kliff Kingsbury on how injuries are impacting team chemistry and Chris reacting to Deebo Samuel looking hobbled in practice. He also reflects on the Bengals’ Thursday Night Football win and admits he might’ve underestimated Joe Flacco. Hour 2 features Deebo’s latest injury updates, insights from Jay Paterno on coaching and legacy, and a deep dive into the upcoming

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11:31

Chris Russell’s Super 6 Pack: NFL Spreads & Weekend...

The Chris Russell Show ·

2025/10/17

Chris Russell kicks off his Super 6 Pack, breaking down the NFL spreads and making his picks for the weekend’s biggest matchups. With sharp analysis and insider insight, he highlights key games, potential upsets, and the factors that could determine which teams cover the spread and which emerge victorious.

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16:17

Jay Paterno, Son of Legendary Penn State Coach Joe...

The Chris Russell Show ·

2025/10/17

Jay Paterno joins the show to discuss all things Penn State, including the headline-making news of James Franklin’s firing. He breaks down what went into the decision and offers insight into the program’s next steps. From behind-the-scenes details in Happy Valley to broader storylines across the Big Ten, it’s an inside look at one of college football’s biggest shakeups.

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124:12

Full Show | Thursday 10-16-25

The Chris Russell Show ·

2025/10/16

Chris “The Rooster” Russell brings his signature energy to The Team 980, opening with a fiery breakdown of why this week’s clash with the Cowboys could define the Commanders’ season and who has more at stake. He questions Cowboy B’s absence during rivalry week, drops a historic stat favoring Washington, and delivers a scathing critique of the Bengals ahead of Thursday Night Football. In Hour 2, The Rooster dives into the Commanders’ defensive backfield, analyzing Mike Sainristil’s early struggles,

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43:12

Hour 1 - The Rooster Sounds Off: Commanders’ Stakes,...

The Chris Russell Show ·

2025/10/16

Chris “The Rooster” Russell brings the fire on The Team 980! First, he breaks down why this week’s clash with the Cowboys could define the Commanders’ season and who needs the win more. Then, The Rooster wonders why Cowboy B is missing during rivalry week before dropping a historic stat that tilts the edge toward Washington. Chris also unloads a scathing critique of the Bengals ahead of their Thursday Night Football showdown. All that and more from DC’s most passionate voice in sports talk.

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