The Chris Russell Show

Danny Kanell Joins the Show

Let's preview Super Bowl 56 with former NFL QB and also SiriusXM host on the ESPNU Radio channel, Danny Kanell. Would he go all in for the Commanders to go after Russell Wilson?    

Hour 2- Jay Gruden + Danny Kanell

Former Commanders head coach Jay Gruden joins the guys for his weekly appearance as we prepare for Super Bowl 56. What's his take on the Washington name reveal? Former NFL QB and host on SirusXM Danny Kanell continues the conversation on Super Bowl 56. The final minutes of this hour major breaking news hits the Washington Wizards.

The Wizards are Imploding

The Washington Wizards are in deep deep trouble. They can't win anymore, they are fighting against each other, and seem to be arguing with the fans. How is this possible? The guys discuss the struggles.

Hour 1- Wizards Shenanigans + Patrick Stevens

It's a Tuesday edition and this show is the one-year mark of the "Russell & Medhurst" radio program. It's all basketball in this hour as the Wizards continue to go in the wrong direction on and off the court. Patrick Stevens of the Washington Post discusses the local college basketball scene as both the Terps and Hoyas are sub .500.

Hour 4- Denard Walker Joins the Show

Former NFL DB Denard Walker of the Titans joins the show to preview Super Bowl 56. Also, we re-visit what we talked about at the start of the show of a report that QB Russell Wilson is not against a trade to DC.

Big Week Coming Up for the Wizards

The NBA trade deadline is coming up in a few days. Where do the Wizards stand? Plus, is there a wacky scenario that will find Russell Westbrook back in DC?

Best NFL Jerseys in America

According to LIDS, what are the best NFL jersey sales by state? 

Hour 3- College Basketball Struggling Locally + Best Selling NFL Jerseys by State

We discuss the troubles in college basketball locally as both Maryland and Georgetown are below .500. We go over the best selling NFL jerseys by state according to LIDS. You be surprised locally where the DMV stands. 

Tailgate Ted calls in on the Commanders

Diehard Washington Commanders fan Tailgate Ted calls in to discuss the aftermath of the Commanders name reveal. How are we feeling a few days removed and how great was the park and party event?

Hour 2- Solomon Wilcots & Dr. Brian Cole

It's Football at 4 and Super Bowl week is upon us. Former Bengals great and NFL analyst Solomon Wilcots joins the show to preview the big game. At the same time Dr. Brian Cole also joins the show as he's the lead physician for the Chicago Bulls and co-lead physician for the Chicago White Sox & Depaul. They appear on behalf of MACI.

What are the Washington Commanders Needs?

The Washington Commanders have needs beyond QB. Russell & Medhurst discuss further on that.

Hour 1- Could Russell Wilson come to DC?

Back from the weekend and we start off hot. Our morning show man Kevin Sheehan reports that his sources say QB Russell Wilson is not against being traded to DC. Is there a realistic possibility of him coming to the DMV? What other needs do the Commanders have?

Former Redskins Alfred Morris and Darryl Young join the show

Russell and Medhurst Hour 4 2/4/2022 Darryl Young and Alfred Morris join the show

Are the Washington Commanders headed to DC?

Russell and Medhurst Hour 3 2/4/2022 Jumbo calls and defends Dan Snyder Pete and Chris react to the DC mayors pitch to bring the football team back to the district 

Football @ 4

Russell & Medhurst Hour 2 2/4/2022  Football @ 4 

Live from FedEx Field! Chris and Pete react to statement from Snyders lawyer

Russell and Medhurst Hour 1 2/4/2022 The fellas are live from FedEx Field for the Commanders Park n Party  Has your view on the name changed in the past 48 hours?

Congressmen Gerry Connolly interview

Would a top QB want to come to Washington?

Russell & Medhurst Hour 2 2/3/2022  Pete and Chris discuss whether or not a top QB would want to come play in Washington.  Chris and Pete discuss the idea of Malik Willis being selected. Would you trade up and get him? 

Congressmen Gerry Connolly joins the show.

2/3/2022 Russell and Medhurst Hour 1  Congressmen Gerry Connolly joins the show to discuss the Oversight Committees roundtable discussion on the Washington Football workplace Chris and Pete react to the interview and give their own take

Chris Russell sits down w Redskins great Joe Theismann, Will winning help the fans like the fan

Football @ 4! Chris Russell sits down w Commanders Team President Jason Wright, How do you feel that the team doesn't have a fight song or mascot

Welcome, your Washington Commanders! We take your calls on the new name! Should the team have done the rollout different?

Football at 4! Former Washington Head Coach Jay Gruden joins the show.

Should WFT have kept Burgundy and Gold color scheme? What's more important new name or new uniforms

Russell and Medhurst react and take your calls on Brian Flores suing the NFL

Breaking NFL News, former Miami Dolphins head coach Brian Flores is suing the NFL over racism within its hiring practices

Hour 4- Do you think the name is really Commanders?

We take your calls on everything involving the name change  What should be the teams new "Hashtag" ? 

Hour 3- Will you be happy Wednesday when the name is finally revealed?

Will you be happy Wednesday when WFT gets its new name?  What are the chances the name is not Commanders which has been leaked for a couple of weeks now? 

Hour 2- Football at 4, 49ers vs Rams recap

Hour 1- Live From new BETMGM Sportsbook at Nats Park

Bengals vs Chiefs recap  Matt Prevost Chief Revenue Officer of BETMGM 

Capitals Face Holtby for the 1st Time

The Caps are facing Braden Holtby for the 1st time since he left. We discuss that as we wrap up the show.

Hour 4- AFC & NFC Championship Predictions

We take calls and give our predictions for the AFC & NFC Championship games. Caps are in action tonight facing the Stars and Braden Holtby for the first time since he left the team a couple years ago.

Former WFT Head Coach Mike Shanahan Joins the Show

This hour starts strong as former WFT head coach and 2x Super Bowl Champion Mike Shanahan  joins the show. He previews this week's NFL Championship games and what it's like to prepare for these games.

Hour 3- Mike Shanahan + AFC & NFC Championship Preview

This hour starts strong as former WFT head coach and 2x Super Bowl Champion Mike Shanahan previews this week's NFL action. We build from that conversation and get into the meat & potatoes of this weekend's AFC & NFC Championship.

Divsional Round Storylines

We lay out some quick storylines for the NFL Divisional games.

Hour 2- NFL Coaching Carousel + Divisional Round Storylines

We continue our conversation as the coaching carousel around the NFL is already heating up. We dig into all of the news about that and give you our storylines for the NFL Divisional rounds.

Storylines Around the NFL

Here are some of the latest storylines developing across the NFL.

Hour 1- Preparing for Congress Next Week + Storylines in the NFL

It's a Football Friday as we prepare for next week as Congress will hold a roundtable for the former WFT employees. Plus, we give you the major storylines across the NFL including Ben Roethlisberger retiring yesterday.

Danny Rouhier Joins the Show

Danny Rouhier from our sister station on 106.7 The Fan joins the show to discuss his dig towards Russell's football philosophy.

Hour 4- Wizards Need to Make a Move? + Danny Rouhier

We discuss Wizards basketball and the need to make a move. Is anyone untouchable? Danny Rouhier from our sister station on 106.7 The Fan joins the show to discuss his dig towards Russell's football philosophy.

Nick Ashooh Joins the Show

Here's our fun interview with Nick Ashooh as we talk all things NFL playoffs and Wizards.

Hour 3- Former WFT Employees To Speak to Congress Next Week + Nick Ashooh

The Congressional Committee to hold a roundtable with the former employees of the WFT a day after the team reveals their new name. Nick Ashooh joins the show to talk all things NFL playoffs and to talk Wizards.

Broncos Gambling for Rodgers?

The Denver Broncos are hiring Nathaniel Hackett as their head coach from Green Bay. Are they risking this hire for hopes of luring Aaron Rodgers to the Broncos?

Hour 2- Coaching Philosophies + Broncos Banking on Rogers?

The guys continue their conversation about coaching philosophies from the previous hour and bounce around many topics. The Denver Broncos are hiring Nathaniel Hackett as their head coach coming from Green Bay. Is this a gamble from the Broncos in luring Aaron Rodgers?

Russell Responds to Funny Danny After a Cheap Shot

Danny Rouhier on our sister station 106.7 the Fan took a slight dig at Russell when it comes to football philosophy. Russell, who is a fan of running the ball, responds to Danny.

Hour 1- Caps Struggle Again + Danny Rouhier Takes a Dig at Russell

We review the Caps struggles after another bad loss to the Sharks last night. Plus, Danny Rouhier on our sister station 106.7 The Fan takes a shot at Russell when it comes to the football philosophy of running vs. passing the football.

Is the Time Now for the Wizards to Make a Trade?

On the heels of one of the most epic meltdowns in Wizards history, is the time now for the Wizards to make a trade?

How Great was that Redskins team in 1991?

Russell & Medhurst discuss how great that Redskins team was in 1991 en-route to their Super Bowl championship over the Bills.

Hour 3- Brad Edwards + Celebrating the Redskins Super Bowl 26 Win

Pete rejoins Chris as former Redskins safety and Super Bowl 26 hero Brad Edwards joins the show to celebrate the 30th anniversary. Pete and Chris discuss more of that day and how great the team was.

3x Redskins Super Bowl Champion Don Warren Joins the Show

The celebration continues as we discuss the 30-year anniversary of the Redskins Super Bowl 26 victory over the Bills. 3x Super Bowl Champion and former Redskins tight-end Don Warren joins the show to relive it.

Hour 2- Ben Kotwica + Don Warren

We continue to relive the Redskins Super Bowl 26 memories as long time Special Teams coordinator Ben Kotwica joins the show to talk about that and the NFL playoffs. We are then followed by 3x Super Bowl Champion for the Redskins and current WFT scout Don Warren as we discuss the 30th anniversary.