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598 episodes - English - Latest episode: 4 days ago - ★★★★★ - 10 ratingsDC sports talk with Nathan, The Stoner and Trev. These three discuss the latest with on the Washington Football Team, Washington Nationals, Washington Capitals, Washington Wizards, and the other DC sports teams.
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Commanders Sign Ferrell, Allegretti and McManus
March 12, 2024 20:30 - 10 minutes - 9.51 MBWashington continues to fill those roster holes. No big splash here from Adam Peters after taking a rotational edge rusher, some O-Line help and a kicker. Do you think these three will help the Commanders win football games?
Commanders Sign Frankie Luvu and Austin Ekeler
March 12, 2024 20:14 - 11 minutes - 10.3 MBAdam Peters continues to deal here in Washington. This time he grabs a couple of players that have had a good deal of success in the NFL. Linebacker Luvu should immediately shore up the defense while Austin Ekeler provides a steady presence for the running back room.
Washington Commanders RB Antonio Gibson to sign with New England Patriots
March 11, 2024 21:45 - 13 minutes - 12.3 MBAntonio Gibson is a classic tweener. Was used primarily as a WR in college, he went into the 2020 draft as a RB and was drafted in the 3rd round by the Washington Commanders. Gibson never lived up to his full potential but was a productive and mostly healthy running back. What does this mean going forward for the RB position for Washington?
Commanders Sign DE Armstrong and C Biadasz from Cowboys
March 11, 2024 19:18 - 8 minutes - 7.99 MBAdam Peters makes his first moves as Washington Commanders GM. He brings on a couple of former Dallas Cowboys to shore up some weak points in the Commanders roster after signing an edge rusher, Dorance Armstrong, and center, Tyler Biadasz. Do these signings make sense for Washington?
Why should the Commanders re-sign backup linebacker Khaleke Hudson?
March 10, 2024 19:30 - 15 minutes - 14 MBHudson, a 5th round pick in the 2020 draft, has been a reliable special teams player who never really got a chance to play a high volume of snaps until late in the 2023 season. At 6 feet tall and about 220 pounds, he may be too small for an every down linebacker but there’s no questioning his energy and want-to. Should Washington re-sign him or let him move to another team this offseason?
The case for Kam Curl. Why the Commanders should keep safety Kamren Curl & sign him to a long term deal
March 07, 2024 23:30 - 15 minutes - 13.8 MBSafety Kam Curl almost came out of nowhere. A 7th round pick in 2020, he was starting by Week 8 his rookie year and has been the starter ever since. Following the 2022 season, Curl was considered at Top 5 safety and talks began between him and the Commanders about a long term extension but nothing ever materialized. Now Curl is a free agent. Should Washington sign him? Is he too expensive? Does he fit the type of player Joe Whitt, Jr and Dan Quinn want on their defense?
Episode 163 The Cool Down - Fans Relapse after Josh Harris Reportedly Joined in Combine Meetings
March 07, 2024 02:37 - 16 minutes - 15.4 MBThe Cool Down - Josh Harris gave people flashbacks of the former guy last week at the combine when it was reported that he was in the room. Was it a big deal? Will it continue through free agency?
Episode 163 The Game - What Bargain Bin Free Agents Will Join Zach Ertz on the Commanders?
March 07, 2024 02:27 - 34 minutes - 31.4 MBThe Game - Free Agency doesn't start until next week, but Washington has begun to fill some spots by signing Zach Ertz. Not an exciting move, but Adam Peters told people not to expect a splash. Which other players from the bargain bin could possible fill the gaps in the Commanders roster?
Episode 163 The Warm Up - Good Bye Charles Leno and Logan Thomas
March 07, 2024 02:20 - 18 minutes - 16.6 MBThe Warm Up - The cuts came quick at the end of the week. The move away from Charles Leno adds a new need to the roster. How is Washington going to find the pieces it needs to be successful?
Patrick Queen will solve Commanders linebacker issue
March 03, 2024 20:30 - 12 minutes - 11.4 MBAfter the Baltimore Ravens declined the 5th year option on Patrick Queen and traded for Bears LB Roquan Smith, the writing was on the wall that Queen was not in their long term plans. The Washington Commanders have neglected the position for so long and can now shore it up by signing Queen. We take a look at why he would be a great fit and how much it might cost in Part 7 of our Player Focus. Let’s goooooo!
Breaking News- Commanders release Logan Thomas Charles Leno & Nick Gates 2
March 01, 2024 22:47 - 10 minutes - 9.96 MBBreaking News!! The Washington Commanders are releasing TE Logan Thomas, LT Charles Leno and C Nick Gates
Bryce Huff is the perfect mid tier free agent for the Commanders
February 29, 2024 23:30 - 12 minutes - 11.3 MBAfter Washington parted with pending free agents Chase Young & Montez Sweat, their DE needs skyrocketed to the top of the list. Bryce Huff, who the NY Jets have said they will not franchise, may be the perfect fit for an aggressive minded defensive staff. Why should Washington sign him? We take a closer look in Part 8 of our Player Focus. Let’s gooooooo!
Episode 162 The Cool Down- Stoners 40 yard dash, Commanders grab bag
February 29, 2024 12:20 - 1 hour - 56.7 MBThe Cool Down - A few names have been added to the free agency list. Should Washington pounce on those just cut? Or should they stay away from other team's "trash?"
Episode 162 The Game- It is lying season in the NFL
February 29, 2024 12:16 - 38 minutes - 35.5 MBThe Game - Adam Peters did a lot of talking already this week. He seemed to spell the end of Sam Howell as a starter in one statement, then talked highly of him in another. Peters then calls into Grant and Danny to say they aren't spending big in Free Agency. What can fans believe during Lying Season?
Episode 162 Warm Up- Which free agents should Washington target
February 29, 2024 12:13 - 21 minutes - 20 MBThe Warm Up - Stoner really likes L'Jarius Sneed. Kansas City apparently will try to tag him and if a long term deal doesn't work out, they'll trade him. What is the CB worth these days?
Adam Peters Dan Quinn and Joe Whitt Jr would love LJarius Sneed on the Commanders
February 25, 2024 20:00 - 17 minutes - 16 MBAdam Peters, Dan Quinn & Joe Whitt Jr love fast, physical & explosive defenders. L’Jarius Sneed is exactly that and he will be a free agent this offseason. With Chris Jones likely to be tagged, there isn’t a whole lot of room for Sneed with the Chiefs. Washington also may lose FA cornerback Kendall Fuller and will need a replacement. Will the Commanders go after Sneed? Is he a good fit? We take a deep dive in Part 5 of our Player Focus. Let’s goooooooo!
OL Mike Onwenu might be a perfect fit for the Washington Commanders
February 22, 2024 23:30 - 13 minutes - 12.6 MBDespite some decent metrics in 2023, the Washington line was bad. Sam Howell was on pace to set a sack record at one point and looked to be running for his life often. Where does the rebuild start? Look no further than Mike Onwenu who is only 26 years old and set to be a free agent. Is this who Washington should go after?
Episode 161 The Cool Down- Researching Top 100 draft picks from last 4 years
February 22, 2024 14:26 - 39 minutes - 36.4 MBThe Cool Down - What can we learn from the snap counts of the top 100 draftees of each NFL draft since 2020? Nathan dug through the info and some positions are clear winners and others were surprising losers.
Episode 161 The Game- Who should the Commanders focus on during the NFL Combine
February 22, 2024 14:24 - 46 minutes - 42.2 MBThe Game - The NFL Scouting Combine begins on Monday. Which drills should people be paying attention to? Which players should Adam Peters and the Commanders staff focus on the most?
Episode 161 Warm Up- What should the Commanders do with Sam Howell
February 22, 2024 14:17 - 25 minutes - 23 MBThe Warm Up - Many fans and media expect the Washington Commanders to select a QB at 2 overall in this year's draft. What if they didn't? Is it worth running it back with Sam Howell?
Is WR Michael Pittman Jr a player the Commanders should target in free agency
February 18, 2024 20:00 - 15 minutes - 14.7 MBWhen Dan Quinn took over as head coach of the Washington Commanders, one of the units he pointed out as being a strength was the wide receivers. He said it was tough to gameplan against them. But Curtis Samuel is a UFA. What does this mean for the position group? Michael Pittman, Jr is a big receiver who is a UFA after spending the last 4 seasons with the Indianapolis Colts. We break down the plusses and minuses of the Commanders signing him this offseason.
Should FA Edge Rusher Brian Burns be a focus of the Commanders
February 15, 2024 21:00 - 13 minutes - 12.4 MBThe Commanders traded away their only two legitimate edge rushers during the season in Montez Sweat and Chase Young. The rest of their defensive ends do not have contracts heading into the offseason. Finding an edge rusher will be a priority and there are some good ones available in free agency. One of them is Carolina’s Brian Burns. What would it take to get him and should Washington be interested?
Episode 160 The Cool Down- Who should the Commanders target in free agency
February 15, 2024 14:11 - 51 minutes - 46.8 MBThe Cool Down- Washington will have approximately $80M in cap space to spend on their own free agents and in the open market. Who are some likely fits that are available throughout the league?
Episode 160 The Game- Which of their own FAs should Washington re-sign
February 15, 2024 14:07 - 38 minutes - 35.7 MBThe Game- 24 Commanders will be free agents this offseason. Many of them have played significant roles with the team, albeit a losing team. Will starters like Antonio Gibson, Kendall Fuller and Kam Curl be a part of this organization moving forward? We take a deep dive on the roster.
Episode 160 Warm Up-What to make of the Commanders coaching staff
February 15, 2024 14:05 - 31 minutes - 29.3 MBThe Warm Up- The Commanders almost have their coaching staff completed. We'll look at the new hires, what their experience is and how they fit with head coach Dan Quinn and his coordinators.
Should the Commanders consider signing free agent OL Tyron Smith
February 12, 2024 22:09 - 17 minutes - 15.6 MBOur first player is Cowboys offensive lineman Tyron Smith. Smith is a 5x All Pro who is 33 years old and has missed significant time over the last 4 years. However, because of his age he shouldn’t command a high salary. You will also be taking away from a divisional rival. What are his strengths? His weaknesses? We break it all down on this edition of our Player Focus. Let’s goooooo!
Episode 159 The Cool Down- Whats next for the Washington Commanders
February 08, 2024 12:59 - 38 minutes - 34.9 MBThe new era is underway for the Washington Commanders. What do Adam Peters and Dan Quinn have in store as the team builds for the future?
Episode 159 The Game- Did Dan Quinn hire the right coordinators
February 08, 2024 12:56 - 40 minutes - 37.3 MBThe new hires are on board and will begin immediately shaping the future of both the offense and defense. Hiring a smart up-and-coming minds seemed to be the way to go. So why doesn't Stoner like one?
Episode 159 Warm Up- Breaking down the Dan Quinn hire
February 08, 2024 12:54 - 34 minutes - 31.4 MBDan Quinn might not have been the coach Commanders fans wanted when the coach search began, but how has that changed after his opening presser?
Commanders Welcome Dan Quinn and Hire Kliff Kingsbury and Joe Whitt Jr - Commanders Update
February 06, 2024 00:30 - 7 minutes - 6.98 MBThe Washington Commanders welcome new head coach, Dan Quinn and hire Kliff Kingsbury and Joe Whitt Jr as their new coordinators. Does that mean we'll see Caleb Williams in DC?
BREAKING! Washington Commanders hire Dan Quinn as Head Coach!
February 01, 2024 21:41 - 17 minutes - 16.3 MBCowboys defensive coordinator Dan Quinn will be named head coach of the Commanders. After an exhaustive search, GM Adam Peters landed on a well respected coach. But fans are not happy. They see him as Rivera 2.0. But that is probably a little overblown. Stoner has the details.
Episode 158 The Cool Down-What role will Martin Mayhew play with the new regime
February 01, 2024 13:17 - 18 minutes - 17.2 MBMarty Mayhew is at the Senior Bowl representing Washington. Reports are that he will stay with the team in some compacity. Is that a good thing for the Commanders?
Episode 158 The Game- Who is the best candidate of the lefover finalists for the Commanders
February 01, 2024 13:15 - 1 hour - 59.2 MBThe Best of the Rest! Will it be Quinn? Not a fan favorite but starting to get love from the media. Macdonald? Young and upcoming. Eric Bieniemy and watch the fan base melt down? Or Glenn and Weaver that people seem to forget about?
Episode 158 Warm Up- Why did top head coach candidates pass on the Washington Commanders
February 01, 2024 13:08 - 21 minutes - 19.9 MBDid Ben Johnson and Bobby Slowik spurn the Commanders? We take a look at what happened and how that might leave Washington settling for their second choice.
Washington Wizards surprisingly fire head coach Wes Unseld Jr
January 26, 2024 22:25 - 13 minutes - 12.5 MBNo doubt the Wizards do not have a roster to compete in the current NBA. So why is WUJ the one to blame? And what changed between the time he was given an extension until now? Were the expectations higher for the 2023-2024 season? We break down those issues, who the interim head coach is and what this means going forward. Let’s goooooo!
Episode 157 The Cool Down- What to make of Mel Kiper mocking Jayden Daniels to Commanders
January 25, 2024 13:24 - 36 minutes - 33.1 MBMel Kiper came out with his Mock Draft 1.0. As expected he has Washington taking a QB. Maybe not as expected, it was Jayden Daniels heading to DC. How much stock can we put into this first draft? Is Daniels the right pick at 2 overall or should the more conventional Drake Maye fill that slot?
Episode 157 The Game- Breaking down the HC candidates for the Washington Commanders
January 25, 2024 13:22 - 1 hour - 60.2 MBBen Johnson is the hottest name this coaching cycle. Mike Macdonald continues to gain steam with his team's performance against high flying offenses in the playoffs. Then there's Slowik, Quinn, and Morris. How will the Commanders determine who to hand the reins over to?
Episode 157 Warm Up- Should Eric Bieniemy get a fair shot at Commanders HC
January 25, 2024 13:20 - 20 minutes - 19.1 MBEric Bieniemy's hat is officially in the ring to become the next head coach for the Washington Commanders. After his 2023 campaign, is it wise for the Commanders to promote EB to be the full time HC?
Episode 156 The Cool Down- Which playoff team should the Commanders emulate
January 18, 2024 02:22 - 28 minutes - 25.7 MBThere are now only eight teams left in the NFL Playoffs. Which team would fans want Washington Commanders to be most like? We make the argument for which we'd like.
Episode 156 The Game- What does Adam Peters need to do to rebuild the Commanders
January 18, 2024 02:21 - 50 minutes - 46.5 MBThe works starts now for Adam Peters as he reworks this Washington Commanders roster that is not short of holes to fill. He did say there are cornerstone players on the roster. Who could he be talking about?
Episode 156 Warm Up- Why does it feel so good to see the Cowboys and Eagles lose
January 18, 2024 02:20 - 18 minutes - 17.1 MBThere are now only eight teams left in the NFL Playoffs. Which team would fans want the Washington Commanders to be most like?
Breaking! Commanders News Alert- Commanders hire SF Asst GM Adam Peters as GM
January 12, 2024 21:02 - 19 minutes - 17.8 MBAdam Peters is widely respected around the league and the Josh Harris group wasted no time in conducting a thorough but rapid process in hiring Peters. We have the details of the hiring, Peters’ successes and failures, the significance of the hire and what are the next steps for both the Commanders and Adam Peters. Let’s gooooooo!
Episode 155 Cool Down- Who are the best choices for Commanders GM and HC
January 11, 2024 02:38 - 53 minutes - 49.1 MBThe Washington Commanders are already underway on their search for the head of football operations. They also have several potential head coaches lined up for next week. We'll go over the ones we favor and the ones we'd rather stay away from.
Episode 155 Warm Up- Ron Riveras best and worst moments as Washington Commanders HC
January 11, 2024 02:36 - 18 minutes - 16.5 MBThere are several teams in the hunt for new front office leadership and a head coach to turn their troubled franchises around. How does Washington rank amongst those teams. Could the Commanders be the best landing spot for the top talents?
Episode 155 The Game- How to evaluate the Commanders situation for GM and HC
January 11, 2024 02:35 - 38 minutes - 34.9 MBBefore we begin talking about our future. Let's talk about the man who put us in this position. Ron Rivera may not have won many games on the field, but he did set the Commanders up for future success.
Is Adam Peters in the lead for the Commanders GM Position? - Commanders Update
January 09, 2024 00:30 - 17 minutes - 15.7 MBThe 49ers Assistant GM, Adam Peters, is one of many people the Washington Commanders reached out to interview for their vacant role. Is he in the lead position? The Commanders also put in several requests for interview in hopes of landing their next head coach.
News Alert: Ron Rivera Fired, Bob Myers and Rick Spielman Hired
January 08, 2024 15:44 - 9 minutes - 8.68 MBThe Josh Harris Era has officially begun. The Washington Commanders part ways with Ron Rivera and hire former NBA GM Bob Myers and former Minnesota Vikings GM Rick Spielman in advisor roles as the search for the next staff begins NOW!
Cowboys blow out Commanders to end Washington's miserable season Instant Reaction
January 08, 2024 01:14 - 13 minutes - 12 MBThe season is over for the Washington COmmanders. Happy offseason!
Dallas Cowboys vs Washington Commanders Game Preview and Draft Odds
January 06, 2024 00:30 - 16 minutes - 15.2 MBDallas has a lot to play for. Washington does not. Washington is trying to lose to better their draft position. What are the odds for the 2nd pick? We have that and so much more on this game preview. Let’s gooooooo!
Is this the last stand for Ron Rivera Eric Bieniemy and Sam Howell? 4 Jan DCU
January 05, 2024 00:30 - 15 minutes - 14.4 MBThis Sunday vs the Dallas Cowboys marks what will probably be the last game of Rivera, EB and Sam Howell. Big changes are coming to the on field staff and it’s expected that Rivera and EB will be let go but what about Sam Howell? Will he be on this team next year? There are plenty of stats to look at with Howell but one of them is his inability to execute with a clean pocket. Is that who he is or is that something that can be fixed? And for fans of tanking, you will probably get your wi...