The Chris Russell Show
3,510 episodes - English - Latest episode: 12 days 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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What does the lack of a Front runner QB mean for the Commanders?
April 12, 2024 20:11 - 43 minutes - 39.5 MBThe Chris Russell Show Hour 2: Call lines open up to talk about the lack of a front-runner QB in the draft, Chris talks about his almost explosive break + more about the lack of information on the Commanders draft, Chris continues to break down the QB’s in the draft this year, closing out the hour continuing the rumors behind the top QBs in the draft
Chris talks about the state of the QB draft evaluations + DDOTD
April 12, 2024 20:10 - 39 minutes - 35.8 MBThe Chris Russell Show Hour 3: Chris talks about how he only wants to know how Adam Peters has everyone evaluated, one of our callers joins the show to talk about their memories of OJ, according to PFT reports that Rasheed Rice was driving 119 mph before his crash, DDOTD: Spirit Airline employee caught hurling an F* bomb at passengers
The Chris Russell Show- Full Show Thursday April 11th, 2024
April 11, 2024 20:15 - 2 hours - 114 MBChris and Lynnell remember OJ Simpson and the legacy he leaves behind, Emmy Nominated writer Tom Friend joins the show to talk about what it was like in LA during the OJ trial, going out to your calls to talk about your memories on OJ Simpson Back to QB draft talk and it looks like the Patriots and Commanders have similar interests, Out to your calls to talk about your QB draft preferences, Lynnell talks about all the other QB’s he’d rather have in DC as the backup QB, Closing out thoughts...
Throwdown Thursday: OJ Simpson has died
April 11, 2024 20:12 - 41 minutes - 38.1 MBThe Chris Russell Show Hour 1: Chris and Lynnell remember OJ Simpson and the legacy he leaves behind, Emmy Nominated writer Tom Friend joins the show to talk about what it was like in LA during the OJ murder trial, going out to your calls to talk about your memories on OJ Simpson
Who are the Commanders really looking at as the next QB and Lynnell complains over Marcus Marriota
April 11, 2024 20:11 - 40 minutes - 37.6 MBThe Chris Russell Show Hour 2: Back to QB draft talk and it looks like the Patriots and Commanders have similar interests, Out to your calls to talk about your QB draft preferences, Lynnell talks about all the other QB’s he’d rather have in DC as the backup QB, Closing out thoughts on Marcus Marriota being the Commanders backup QB
Austin Eckler joins the show + DDOTD
April 11, 2024 20:10 - 41 minutes - 38.4 MBThe Chris Russell Show Hour 3: -Chris and Lynnell close out talking about Marcus Mariota and Russell Wilson -Austin Ekeler joins the show to talk about him coming to DC, what he brings to the Commanders. and how his journey has led him to be the player he now is -DDOTD: Rail workers were arrested for wild reason
Austin Ekeler with Russell on the Radio
April 11, 2024 20:05 - 14 minutes - 13.5 MBAustin Ekeler joins the show to talk about him coming to DC, what he brings to the Commanders, and how his journey has lead him to be the player he now is
Austin Eckler with Russel on the Radio
April 11, 2024 20:05 - 14 minutes - 13.5 MBAustin Eckler joins the show to talk about him coming to DC, what he brings to this team, and how his journey has lead him to be the player he now is
Tom Friend joins Russell on the Radio
April 11, 2024 17:48 - 10 minutes - 9.73 MBEmmy nominated writer Tom Friend gives his thoughts regarding OJ Simpson's complicated legacy after the football star who was acquitted of double murder in 1994 died this week and what it was like living in Los Angeles during the murder trial.
Tom Friend joins Russell on the Radio over OJ's passing
April 11, 2024 17:48 - 10 minutes - 9.73 MBEmmy nominated writer Tom Friend gives his thoughts regarding OJ Simpson's complicated legacy after the football star who was acquitted of double murder in 1994 died this week and what it was like living in Los Angeles during the murder trial.
The Chris Russell Show- Full Show Wednesday April 10th, 2024
April 10, 2024 20:15 - 2 hours - 112 MBMasters is upon us and Chris says that Tiger Woods will define the ratings, reports are saying Commanders meetings with Jayden Daniels didn't go well, Lynnell and Chris argue over the medical reports and age importance in the draft Chris and Lynnell ask if we need to take this Jayden Daniels news with a grain of salt, Call lines open up to talk about the most recent Daniels news, Chris defends his beliefs against a caller who claims he’s biased against certain players Chris and Lynnell tal...
Windbag Wednesdsay: Opening thoughts on the Masters + do the Commanders and Daniels have beef?
April 10, 2024 20:12 - 40 minutes - 37.4 MBThe Chris Russell Show Hour 1: Masters is upon us and Chris says that Tiger Woods will define the ratings, reports are saying Commanders meetings with Jayden Daniels didn't go well, Lynnell and Chris argue over the medical reports and age importance in the draft
Callers join the show to talk about Jayden Daniels and the upcoming draft
April 10, 2024 20:11 - 42 minutes - 38.9 MBThe Chris Russell Show Hour 2: Chris and Lynnell ask if we need to take this Jayden Daniels news with a grain of salt, Call lines open up to talk about the most recent Daniels news, Chris defends his beliefs against a caller who claims he’s biased against certain players
Closing out thoughts on Daniels, Chasing 895, DDOTD
April 10, 2024 20:10 - 38 minutes - 35.5 MBThe Chris Russell Show Hour 3: Chris and Lynnell talk about the fact that every team views draft prospects differently, Chasing 895: Ovi scores goal 852 and brings the Caps back in the playoffs, Final round of calls about the Commander's draft and Jayden Daniels, DDOTD: Mexican TV station accidentally aired testicles during the eclipse coverage
Chris STONGLY defends against an accusation
April 10, 2024 20:09 - 6 minutes - 6.27 MBChris takes a caller who makes an implication he doesn't like and we are blessed with a CLASSIC rooster rant
Chasing 895: Ovechkin scores goals No. 852
April 10, 2024 19:30 - 1 minute - 1.58 MBIn a game the Washington Capitals had to win to keep their slim shot at the Stanley Cup Playoffs alive, Alex Ovechkin was there. After a goalless first period, Dylan Strome opened the scoring in Detroit before Ovechkin picked up the puck from TJ Oshie off the turnover and baring down on goal found the back of the net for his 30th on the season, but more importantly, it helped seal the Caps' 2-1 win over the Red Wings. The goal was No. 852 in his chase of 895.
The Chris Russell Show- Full Show Tuesday April 9th, 2024
April 09, 2024 20:15 - 2 hours - 129 MBChris and Doc open up over UConn winning the Men's NCAA championship, Chris says that the Wizards could use the size of Zach Edey, Call lines open up to talk about the men's NCAA national championship, Chris complains about the current draft state of Zach Edey Closing out calls on the national championship and Zach Edey, Chris asks Doc about a proposed mock trade between the Vikings and the Commanders, the guys continue breaking down the 33rd team’s mock draft trade, Chris asks if any of th...
Gridiron Tuesday: UConn won the NCAA Men's Tournament + could the Wiz use Zach Edey
April 09, 2024 20:12 - 46 minutes - 42.6 MBThe Chris Russell Show Hour 1: Chris and Doc open up over UConn winning the Men's NCAA championship, Chris says that the Wizards could use the size of Zach Edey, Call lines open up to talk about the men's NCAA national championship, Chris complains about the current draft state of Zach Edey
Chris and Doc talk about the potential for a draft trade with the Vikings
April 09, 2024 20:11 - 47 minutes - 43.4 MBThe Chris Russell Show Hour 2: Closing out calls on the national championship and Zach Edey, Chris asks Doc about a proposed mock trade between the Vikings and the Commanders, the guys continue breaking down the 33rd team’s mock draft trade, Chris asks if any of these QBS are worth trading the farm to the Commanders for
Your calls on the Commanders draft, Bob Harig joins the show + DDOTD
April 09, 2024 20:10 - 47 minutes - 43.3 MBThe Chris Russell Show Hour 3: Callers join the show to talk about what moves should be made in the draft, Closing out your calls on what the Commanders should do in the draft, Bob Harig joins us from Agusta National to talk about his new book on Tiger Woods, DDOTD: Man pulled a gun on his barber because he didn't like his haircut
Bob Harig Joins Russell on the Radio
April 09, 2024 20:03 - 17 minutes - 15.7 MBBob Harig joins us from Agusta National to talk about his new book on Tiger Woods
Zach Edey to the Wizards?
April 09, 2024 17:43 - 2 minutes - 2.02 MBChris and Doc talk about the potential of Zach Edey coming to the Wizards and Chris says he'd love to see him here in DC
Chris and Doc give thoughts on the NCAA finals
April 09, 2024 17:39 - 8 minutes - 7.67 MBChris and Doc open up by giving their thoughts on the Mens NCAA tournament final and UConn beating Purdue.
The Chris Russell Show- Full Show Monday April 8th, 2024
April 08, 2024 20:15 - 2 hours - 125 MBChris is a little late from Wrestlemania and he opens on the national championship, Chris says that Caitlin Clark has revolutionalized interest in basketball, Chris defends the foul that was called at the end of the Iowa UCONN game, Chris defends his take that Caitlin Clark is the most influential basketball player currently Merril Hoge says that whoever drafts Drake Maye will end up fired, Chris says that drafting players like Maye should never result in a firing, the guys talk about the s...
Chris breaks down the phenomenal weekend from the NCAAW tournament and WrestleMania
April 08, 2024 20:12 - 46 minutes - 43 MBThe Chris Russell Show Hour 1: Chris is a little late from Wrestlemania and he opens on the national championship, Chris says that Caitlin Clark has revolutionalized interest in basketball, Chris defends the foul that was called at the end of the Iowa UCONN game, Chris defends his take that Caitlin Clark is the most influential basketball player currently
Could drafting Drake Maye end up costing the Commanders in the long run?
April 08, 2024 20:11 - 45 minutes - 41.6 MBThe Chris Russell Show Hour 2: Merril Hoge says that whoever drafts Drake Maye will end up fired, Chris says that drafting players like Maye should never result in a firing, the guys talk about the solar eclipse, Call lines open up to talk about NCAA, the draft, and the eclipse
Chasing 895, watching the eclipse, and DDOTD
April 08, 2024 20:10 - 44 minutes - 40.4 MBThe Chris Russell Show Hour 3: Chris points out that Iowa had the best player but SC had the best team, Chasing 895: Ovechkin scores goals 850 and 851 but the Caps are falling back, More talk about the eclipse and WrestleMania, DDOTD: Morgan Wallen arrested for throwing a chair off a rooftop bar in Nashville
Chasing 895 Ovechkin scores goals No. 850 and 851
April 08, 2024 20:01 - 1 minute - 1.74 MBOn a disappointing night for the Washington Capitals when things continued to go wrong, Alex Ovechkin started things off right. The Great 8 netted two goals in the first period to give the Caps a 2-0 lead over the Carolina Hurricanes. But the lead didn't hold and Washington allowed a pair of power-play goals en route to a 4-2 loss last Friday night. But Ovechkin's 28th and 29th goals of the season give him 851 in his NHL career.
The Chris Russell Show- Full Show Friday April 5th, 2024
April 05, 2024 20:15 - 2 hours - 124 MBChris defends Schefter’s draft opinion despite his past bad picks, Reports are saying that Adam Peters is long time fan of Drake Maye, Chris says it is lyin season and that we have to presume rumors and beliefs, Callers join the show to talk about all the draft speculation this year Chris breaks down the top QB prospect's pressure to sack rates, Chris defends his argument that durability is a major point in the draft process, Chris talks about the Best Buddies friendship walk that’s coming ...
How much stock should we put in professional draft speculation?
April 05, 2024 20:12 - 46 minutes - 42.9 MBThe Chris Russell Show Hour 1: Chris defends Schefter’s draft opinion despite his past bad picks, Reports are saying that Adam Peters is long time fan of Drake Maye, Chris says it is lyin season and that we have to presume rumors and beliefs, Callers join the show to talk about all the draft speculation this year
Breaking down some of the stats of this QB draft class
April 05, 2024 20:11 - 44 minutes - 40.8 MBThe Chris Russell Show Hour 2: Chris breaks down the top QB prospect's pressure to sack rates, Chris defends his argument that durability is a major point in the draft process, Chris talks about the Best Buddies friendship walk that’s coming up on April 27th, Chris talks about a potential trade that would end up with us drafting Drake Maye
Looking at the Capital and the Nationals tough night yesterday+ DDOTD
April 05, 2024 20:10 - 44 minutes - 40.5 MBThe Chris Russell Show Hour 3: Chasing 895: Ovechkin scores goal 849 and the importance of tonight's game, closing out your calls on the thoughts of trading McLaurin, breaking down the Nats performance and tonight's final four games, DDOTD: porch pirate caught stealing packages dressed up as a trash bag
Chasing 895: Alex Ovechkin scores goal No. 849
April 05, 2024 19:11 - 55 seconds - 921 KBWith the Capitals down 3-0 in the third period against Pittsburgh, Alex Ovechkin got his first goal in April on the power play (feed by Sonny Milano on a wonderful pass through the crease, and Hendrix Lapierre). Unfortunately for Washington, it was a crushing 4-1 defeat to the Penguins in their chase for a Stanley Cup Playoffs berth. But it was Ovi's 27th goal of the season and 849th of his career.
Chasing 895: Ovechkin scores goal No. 849
April 05, 2024 19:11 - 2 minutes - 2.07 MBOvechkin scored career goal No. 849 last night against the Pittsburgh Penguins in the 4-1 loss. This broke Alex's scoreless streak on March 24th and was his 27th of the season
The Chris Russell Show- Full Show Thursday April 4th, 2024
April 04, 2024 20:15 - 2 hours - 125 MBAdam Schefter says he thinks Jayden Daniels will be going #2 in the draft, Lynnell and Chris talk about Jayden Daniels upside vs. the other QB’s, Chris says that Jayden Daniels and Michael Penix are the most ready for an NFL start, Wrapping up the hour with talking about the APPROACHABLE ceiling for Daniels Callers join the show to talk about the Commanders #2 pick, More of your calls on The Commanders #2 draft pick and the next QB, more of your calls on which QB the Commanders should draft...
Throwdown Thursday: Schefter says Daniels will go #2 in the draft
April 04, 2024 20:12 - 45 minutes - 42.1 MBThe Chris Russell Show Hour 1: Adam Schefter says he thinks Jayden Daniels will be going #2 in the draft, Lynnell and Chris talk about Jayden Daniels upside vs. the other QB’s, Chris says that Jayden Daniels and Michael Penix are the most ready for an NFL start, Wrapping up the hour with talking about the APPROACHABLE ceiling for Daniels
Call lines open up to talk about the Commanders QB draft
April 04, 2024 20:11 - 46 minutes - 43 MBThe Chris Russell Show Hour 2: Callers join the show to talk about the Commanders #2 pick, More of your calls on The Commanders #2 draft pick and the next QB, more of your calls on which QB the Commanders should draft, Daniel Jeremiah say that Drake Maye reminds him of Matt Ryan
Closing out your calls on the number 2 pick + DDOTD
April 04, 2024 20:10 - 43 minutes - 39.9 MBThe Chris Russell Show Hour 3: Lynnell talks about the struggles of social media for young athletes, Chris and Lynnell argue over who has the final say in the Commanders draft, Closing out your calls on the draft process for the Commanders and who to draft at 2, DDOTD: Rasheed Rice has plead guilty for causing a major accident in Texas
The Chris Russell Show- Full Show Wednesday April 3rd, 2024
April 03, 2024 20:13 - 2 hours - 126 MBStefon Diggs has been traded to the Texans and Chris and Lynnell argue if he should have come here, The guys keep arguing over whether the Commanders should have grabbed Diggs, Lynnell points out that the Commanders don't have the team for Diggs this year, Call lines open up to talk about Stefon Diggs Chris breaks down the future of McLaurin’s contract and Commanders WR’s, Call lines open up to talk about the Commanders WR situation, More of your calls on the Commanders wide receiver situa...
Windbag Wednesday: Stefon Diggs is on his way to the Texans
April 03, 2024 20:12 - 47 minutes - 43.2 MBThe Chris Russell Show Hour 1: Stefon Diggs has been traded to the Texans and Chris and Lynnell argue if he should have come here, The guys keep arguing over if the Commanders should have grabbed Diggs, Lynnell points out that the Commanders don't have the team for Diggs this year, Call lines open up to talk about Stefon Diggs
Callers join the show to say if the Commanders should have picked up Diggs
April 03, 2024 20:11 - 44 minutes - 40.9 MBThe Chris Russell Show Hour 2: Chris breaks down the future of McLaurin’s contract and Commanders WR’s, Call lines open up to talk about the Commanders WR situation, More of your calls on the Commanders wide receiver situation, Closing out the hour on the Commanders Wide receivers
Chris and Lynnell argue over the economic implications of stadiums in DC
April 03, 2024 20:10 - 45 minutes - 41.9 MBChris and Lynnell argue over the economic implications of stadiums in DC The Chris Russell Show Hour 3: Chris, Lynnell, and Craig Hoffman argue about the economic benefits for a stadium, Chris and Lynnell continue to argue over the economic benefits of sports stadiums, DDOTD: Lynnell gives Angel Reese crying over the loss the nomination
The Chris Russell Show- Full Show Tuesday April 2nd, 2024
April 02, 2024 20:15 - 2 hours - 129 MBChris and Doc talk about the amazing Iowa vs LSU game last night, Chris says why he’s been more entertained by the NCAAW tournament this year, Call lines open up to talk about the women's tournament and Clark’s performance Closing out the hour with your calls on Caitlin Clark’s performance Commanders signed Jeff Driskel as the 3rd QB on the current roster, Call lines open up to talk about the continued Commanders pickups, Chris and Doc argue about if we should have kept Sam Howell, Closing ...
Iowa beat LSU, Chris and Doc break down the legendary game
April 02, 2024 20:12 - 46 minutes - 43 MBThe Chris Russell Show Hour 1: Chris and Doc talk about the amazing Iowa vs LSU game last night, Chris says why he’s been more entertained by the NCAAW tournament this year, Call lines open up to talk about the women's tournament and Clark’s performance Closing out the hour with your calls on Caitlin Clark’s performance
What does the Jeff Driskel signing mean for the Commanders?
April 02, 2024 20:11 - 49 minutes - 45.6 MBThe Chris Russell Show Hour 2: Commanders signed Jeff Driskel as the 3rd QB on the current roster, Call lines open up to talk about the continued Commanders pickups, Chris and Doc argue about if we should have kept Sam Howell, Closing out the hour with calls on the Commanders QB’s on roster right now
Nats opening day didnt go without issues + DDOTD
April 02, 2024 20:10 - 44 minutes - 40.3 MBThe Chris Russell Show Hour 3: Bet online sent out the odds for Jayden Daniels and Drake Maye going 1st, Closing out your calls for the show, Nats opening day was mired with bad pitching, long lines and missing hotdogs? DDOTD: Bojangles mispelled their own name in a store front sign
Chris and Doc on the entertainment of the NCAA tournament
April 02, 2024 17:39 - 5 minutes - 4.79 MBChris says that the women's NCAA tournament has been more entertaining partially because of the controversy that has been around this year's competition
The Chris Russell Show- Full Show Monday April 1st, 2024
April 01, 2024 20:40 - 2 hours - 120 MBIt’s Nationals Opening Day! Chris opens the show from Green Turtle with B-Mitch, The guys talk about the big day and what opening day means + the NCAA tournament, Dez Bryant lost $30K on an NCAA final four-bet, and Chris and B-Mitch give their bets for the game Chris breaks down the Nats loss yesterday and the news from the Women's NCAA tournament, Chris talks about the closing pitching struggles early in the Nats season, Chris complains that the Nats have a 66.5 O/U Vegas has placed, Call...
Michael Penix has his Pro-Day today, Closing up Nats talk + DDOTD
April 01, 2024 20:34 - 43 minutes - 39.4 MBThe Chris Russell Show Hour 3: Rasheed Rice is wanted for a major car accident in Dallas, Jordan Schultz is saying that the Commanders will be visiting Michael Penix’s Pro-Day, Closing out your calls for this opening day, DDOTD: Chris gives his disdain for all of the April Fools pranks today
It’s Opening Day, B-Mitch and Chris crosstalk for the first hour
April 01, 2024 20:12 - 38 minutes - 35.4 MBThe Chris Russell Show Hour 1: It’s Nationals Opening Day! Chris opens the show from Green Turtle with B-Mitch, The guys talk about the big day and what opening day means + the NCAA tournament, Dez Bryant lost $30K on an NCAA final four-bet, and Chris and B-Mitch give their bets for the Nats game