The Chris Russell Show
3,591 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 9 hours ago - ★★★★★ - 12 ratingsChris 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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Is Carson Wentz the Best QB in the NFC East?
April 01, 2022 20:19 - 14 minutes - 13.4 MBColin Cowherd of FOX Sports ranks Carson Wentz the best QB currently in the NFC East. What does Chris Russell think of this?
Hour 1- Ranking the NFC East QB's
April 01, 2022 20:19 - 45 minutes - 41.3 MBRussell is flying solo in this Friday edition of Russell & Medhurst. We set the show up as we talk NFC East QB's. Colin Cowherd has Carson Wentz ahead of the pack when ranking the NFC East QB's, Russell reacts.
Scott Spinelli joins to talk college hoops, how is Porzingis playing?
March 31, 2022 23:19 - 31 minutes - 28.9 MBMore negativity in Ashburn, Have Caps and Wiz benefited from football mediocrity?
March 31, 2022 23:15 - 43 minutes - 40.3 MB3.31.22 Why is it so hard for negativity to stop spewing out of Ashburn? Have ownership of Caps and Wiz benefitted from Commanders not having success
Chris and Pete dish on Commanders drama
March 31, 2022 23:12 - 8 minutes - 8.2 MBReaction to AJ Perez article, Reaction to Alex Smith comments
March 31, 2022 23:10 - 43 minutes - 39.6 MB3.31.22 Reaction to AJ Perez of Front Office Sports slamming Commanders in article Reaction to Alex Smith on The Rich Eisen Show
Final 4 preview, Nats Spring training, Commanders in the news again
March 31, 2022 23:07 - 44 minutes - 41 MB3.31.22 Final four preview Bobby Wagner signs with LA Rams Commanders can't stay out of the news
Reaction to Kim English & College Basketball Talk
March 30, 2022 22:17 - 6 minutes - 5.6 MBWe react to our interview with George Mason head coach Kim English as we talk all things college basketball.
Hour 3- Kim English + Entertainment News
March 30, 2022 22:13 - 51 minutes - 47.6 MBWe recap the George Mason basketball season with none other than the head coach himself, Kim English. We also discuss with him his thoughts on the NCAA Tournament. Plus, entertainment news hits the wire and Pete shares his wacky schedule.
Eric Flack on the Commanders Stadium Search
March 30, 2022 21:17 - 18 minutes - 17.3 MBEric Flack of WUSA9, helps us talk Washington Commanders stadium issues as he's been covering this throughout its ongoing process.
Hour 2- Staying Positive on the Commanders + Eric Flack
March 30, 2022 21:17 - 42 minutes - 38.7 MBWe try to find the positives on the Washington Commanders as we look to avoid the negatives. Eric Flack of WUSA9, helps us talk Washington Commanders stadium issues as he's been covering this throughout its ongoing process.
Logan Paulsen on the Defensive Line
March 30, 2022 20:28 - 19 minutes - 17.7 MBLogan Paulsen joins us to break down everything about the defensive lineman as we head into the NFL Draft.
Hour 1- Russell on Social Media + Logan Paulsen
March 30, 2022 20:28 - 46 minutes - 42.5 MBWe start the show with Chris Russell frustrated with social media trolls. Logan Paulsen joins us to break down everything about the defensive lineman as we head into the NFL Draft.
Were Expectations too High on Ron Rivera? Plus, Other NFL News
March 29, 2022 22:44 - 26 minutes - 23.9 MBDid we the fans and media have too high of expectations for Ron Rivera? We wrap up the show with other NFL News.
Dan Snyder Not Involved in Day-to-Day Operations
March 29, 2022 22:13 - 17 minutes - 15.8 MBWe react to NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell saying Dan Snyder has not been involved in Day-to-Day activities. Russell & Medhurst have a spirted debate on Dan Snyder.
Hour 3- Commanders Talk & Dan Snyder's Role
March 29, 2022 22:10 - 50 minutes - 46.3 MBWe talk heavy on the Commanders on Rivera, Wentz, & Dan Snyder's role in this hour.
Taking Calls on if Ron Rivera Criticism is Warranted
March 29, 2022 21:35 - 22 minutes - 20.6 MBDoes Ron Rivera need to have thicker skin or is the criticism warranted when he says the Commanders are an 'easy target'? We get the pulse of the people.
Hour 2- Are we Harsh on Ron Rivera?
March 29, 2022 21:14 - 45 minutes - 42 MBDo we need to be nicer to Ron Rivera and the Commanders? Are the media and the fans too harsh?
Ron Rivera Gets Defensive
March 29, 2022 20:39 - 13 minutes - 12.4 MBHead Coach Ron Rivera says he's tired of the Commanders being an 'Easy Target' to attack. Is he right about the criticism or should he have said nothing about it?
Hour 1- Breakfast Food + Ron Rivera is Tired of Commanders being an 'Easy Target'
March 29, 2022 20:33 - 45 minutes - 42 MBIt's a Tuesday edition of Russell & Medhurst as we kick off the show talking breakfast foods. Head Coach Ron Rivera says he's exhausted of the Commanders being an 'easy target' to attack. We react to those words.
Nick Backstrom Celebrates 1,000 Points
March 28, 2022 23:03 - 2 minutes - 2.56 MBThe Caps celebrated Nick Backstrom's 1,000th NHL point as he scores a goal to beat the Devils.
Hour 4- AJ Perez + Your Calls
March 28, 2022 23:00 - 46 minutes - 42.3 MBAJ Perez of Front Office Sports talks Commanders Stadium and other NFL business. Plus, we take your calls on everything we have talked about today.
How to Make NFL Overtime Fair & Balanced?
March 28, 2022 22:07 - 12 minutes - 11.8 MBThe discussion continues on NFL Overtime's. Is there a better way for it to be fair and balanced?
Hour 3- Fixing NFL Overtime
March 28, 2022 22:05 - 43 minutes - 40.1 MBAt the NFL League Meetings in Florida, there are 2 proposals to change overtime. Is there any way to make it fair for both teams?
Could RFK Stadium be Torn down as Early as 2024?
March 28, 2022 21:12 - 8 minutes - 8.19 MBThe latest article in the Washington City Paper has the RFK Stadium site being torn down as early as 2024. What could this mean in relation to building a new stadium by 2028?
Hour 2- Logan Paulsen + RFK Stadium
March 28, 2022 21:09 - 48 minutes - 44.6 MBWe are joined by Logan Paulsen as we breakdown the defensive edge rushers in the upcoming NFL Draft. Plus, could RFK Stadium be torn down as early as 2024?
More Reaction on the Will Smith/Chris Rock Incident
March 28, 2022 20:15 - 12 minutes - 11.3 MBWe continue to react on the Oscars incident with Will Smith & Chris Rock. Who would special guest referee a match between the two?
Hour 1- The Slap Heard Around the World
March 28, 2022 20:07 - 45 minutes - 41.8 MBA crazy March Madness weekend was overshadowed by an incident late Sunday night at the Oscars. We react to Will Smith slapping and cursing Chris Rock on live TV after a joke that offended his wife Jada Pinkett Smith.
Hour 4- Russell Shares a Story + Food Talk
March 25, 2022 23:55 - 32 minutes - 30.2 MBWe have some fun in this segment as Russell shares a story and we talk about chips. Finally, we wrap up the show discussing our NCAA bracket.
Logan Paulsen on the Defensive Backs in the NFL Draft
March 25, 2022 23:51 - 20 minutes - 18.4 MBWe evaluate the defensive backs in the NFL Draft as Logan Paulsen joins the show to help us break down that position.
Hour 3- Boom or Bust + Two Commanders Make Top 100 in PFF
March 25, 2022 23:50 - 43 minutes - 39.4 MBWe talk more on the D-Line prospects heading into the NFL Draft as it could be boom or bust with some of these players. Plus, which 2 Commanders made the top 100 in the PFF rankings?
A Chance to Bounce Back for the Caps?
March 25, 2022 21:21 - 8 minutes - 7.61 MBThe Capitals have lost 2 games in a row, is tonight the perfect chance to bounce back in Buffalo?
Hour 2- Logan Paulsen + Who Should Be the Browns Backup QB?
March 25, 2022 21:19 - 44 minutes - 41.2 MBWe are joined by Logan Paulsen as we talk defensive backs in the upcoming NFL Draft. Pete poses a question to Russell, would the Browns be better off with Baker Mayfield as their backup QB or someone random? The Capitals have lost 2 games in a row, tonight they have a chance for a bounce back against the Buffalo Sabres.
Deshaun Watson Addresses the Media
March 25, 2022 20:11 - 13 minutes - 12.8 MBDeshaun Watson held his first press conference with the Cleveland Browns, as he addressed the trade and the allegations against him.
Hour 1- Recap of Day 1 of the Sweet 16 + Deshaun Watson Talks to the Media
March 25, 2022 20:10 - 46 minutes - 42.5 MBWe open up the show on a Friday talking about last night's Sweet 16 games. The #1 seed Gonzaga falls to Arkansas and Coach K will coach one more game as Duke beats Texas Tech. Deshaun Watson held his first press conference with the Cleveland Browns, as he addressed the trade and the allegations against him.
Can the Nationals keep Juan Soto? When will Strasburg be back?
March 24, 2022 22:40 - 14 minutes - 13.2 MBHour 3- Reaction to Lucas, Nationals talk, Big time soccer upset
March 24, 2022 22:37 - 37 minutes - 34.2 MB3.24.22 Russell and Medhurst Any chance Sam Cosmi slides inside to guard if Lucas beats him out in camp? Will the Lerners get a deal done w Juan Soto? How do you feel about Strasburg missing opening day?
Chris Russell sits down w Corn Lucus
March 24, 2022 22:34 - 9 minutes - 8.93 MBHour 2- Football @ 4, Corn Lucas sits down w Chris Russell
March 24, 2022 22:32 - 42 minutes - 38.5 MB3.24.22 Russell and Medhurst Football @4 Corn Lucus sits down w Chris Russell
Ron Rivera Pro day tour
March 24, 2022 22:30 - 13 minutes - 12.7 MBHour 1- Wentz trade impact on FA spending, Ron Rivera pro day tour
March 24, 2022 22:28 - 42 minutes - 38.6 MB3.24.22 Russell and Medhurst How did Carson Wentz deal impact free agency spending? How much do you read into Ron Rivera pro day tour? Does drafting a QB send a negative message to Wentz?
Hour 4- Commanders Talk + Scott Davidson
March 23, 2022 23:02 - 40 minutes - 37.2 MBThe discussion continues on the Washington Commanders plus joined by a special guest.
Hour 3- Caps Struggle + Commanders Roster Moves
March 23, 2022 22:21 - 40 minutes - 37.4 MBWe talk Caps hockey as the team drops it's 2nd game in a row at home. Why do they struggle at Capital One Arena? Plus, we take your calls on the Commanders and some small moves on the roster.
Commanders Add Depth with Efe Obada
March 23, 2022 22:20 - 8 minutes - 7.67 MBThe Washington Commanders add depth with DE Efe Obada. The guys profile his game.
Hour 2- Which QB has the Bigger Risk? + Logan Paulsen Joins the Show
March 23, 2022 21:22 - 45 minutes - 41.6 MBWith so many NFL QB's shuffling around in the mid tier echelon (Wentz, Trubisky, Mariota), which QB has the bigger risk in starting? Logan Paulsen helps us preview the Linebacker class heading into the NFL Draft.
Logan Paulsen Dives into the Linebackers in the NFL Draft
March 23, 2022 21:16 - 17 minutes - 16.5 MBOur Commanders analyst, Logan Paulsen, takes us into a deep dive in the the NFL Draft as we examine the Linebacker class. Plus, we get his reaction to Tyreek Hill heading to Miami.
Hour 1- Dolphins Trade for Tyreek Hill
March 23, 2022 20:31 - 41 minutes - 38 MBNot long before the show starts, the Miami Dolphins shock the NFL world trading with the Chiefs for WR Tyreek Hill. We react right away.
Hour 4- Kevin Willard introductory press conference
March 22, 2022 23:31 - 38 minutes - 35.5 MB3.22.22 Russell and Medhurst react to Kevin Willards introductory press conference
UMD Men's Basketball color analyst Chris Knocke joins
March 22, 2022 23:30 - 16 minutes - 15.1 MBHour 3- Chris Knocke joins, March Madness talk
March 22, 2022 23:25 - 40 minutes - 36.9 MB3.22.22 Russell and Medhurst Maryland Basketball color analyst Chris Knocke joins the show to discuss the Kevin Willard hire Russell and Medhurst discuss March Madness