Hour 1: Josh Harris and Mayor Bowser announce deal to build a stadium at RFK site / New stadium will have PSL tickets, how much of a problem is that? / Will 8,000 parking spots be enough for a 65,000 seat stadium? / There's excitement for the new stadium but we gotta look at the numbers too

Hour 2: Will the stadium deal be good for the surrounding area? / How does 24% city funding compare to other recent stadium deals? / Do we know if the stadium will definitely have a roof? / Will the average fan be able to afford going to the new stadium?

Hour 3: Can the city afford to finance their share of the stadium? / More info on what Personal Seat Licenses (PSLs) are / Dum Dum of the Day

In the best of the Nationals on WJFK/WTEM, GM Mike Rizzo joins The Sports Junkies following an impressive win over the Orioles; Grant & Danny can't get enough of James Wood; Dave Jageler joins Grant & Danny to break down the Orioles series; Chris Russell shared his thoughts on the Rockies series

The Washington Commanders decide to stick and pick at #29 taking Josh Conerly Jr. an OT from Oregon. how does Rooster feel about the pick? Plus, the Giants take Abdul Carter, but that's not all! They trade back into the first round to select a QB! Find out who right here on the Chris Russell Show. Plus Joe Beninati joins us to preview tonight's gam…

The Commanders stick and pick at #29 despite having multiple trade offers. They select Josh Conerly Jr. OT out of Oregon. How does Rooster feel about the pick. Let's break it down!

We kick off the hour by asking for your thought on the Josh Conerly Jr. pick for the Commanders at #29. Then, we're joined by Joe Beninati to preview game 3 of Caps/Canadiens as the Caps look to take a 3-0 lead in Montreal

Rooster breaks down all of the other NFC East Draft picks. Plus, he details how he almost cost the Caps one of their best players. Finally, Dumb Dumb of the Day!

The Rooster reflects on the Capitals’ pivotal win last night, celebrating the victory while also offering some thoughtful critique as he looks ahead with cautious optimism. After sharing sound bites from Dianna Russini and Dan Orlovsky, we dive into a heated debate and take calls on Shedeur Sanders' draft evaluation. With trades, wide receivers, an…

With trades, wide receivers, and cornerbacks all on the table for the Commanders at pick 29, The Rooster breaks down each option. He reacts to the possibilities, offering insight into why each move could, or might not, be the right fit for our hometown team.

After sharing sound bites from Dianna Russini and Dan Orlovsky, we dive into a heated debate and take calls on Shedeur Sanders' draft evaluation. Is he a Day 2 pick? Does Jaxson Dart offer more potential? And what’s behind the former COL QBs' slip in the mocks? Tune in to hear the discussion and find out.…

The Rooster reflects on the Capitals' pivotal win last night, celebrating the victory while also offering some thoughtful critique as he looks ahead with "cautious optimism". We wrap up the hour with a clip from Dianna Russini, giving you a sneak peek at our pre-draft coverage coming up next hour.

We kick off the show by recapping the Nationals' solid win over the Orioles and previewing tonight's matchup. Also, what do the Caps need to keep doing, and what they must improve, to take a 2-0 series lead over the Canadiens. The Rooster reacts to a mock draft that caught his attention and brings in A-Mac to weigh in on a couple of predictions for…

We kick off the show by recapping the Nationals' solid win over the Orioles and previewing tonight's matchup. While yesterday's victory was a bright spot for an otherwise average Nats team, lingering injuries and inconsistent performances have the Rooster feeling concerned. We wrap up the hour with a look at the Capitals; tune in to hear what the C…

The Rooster reacts to a mock draft that caught his attention and brings in A-Mac to weigh in on a couple of predictions for the Giants. One of the standout picks in this mock draft? Omarion Hampton going 29th overall to the Commanders. The Rooster, along with some fans, share their thoughts on the potential pick.…

John Keim joins us to discuss the possibilities for the Commanders with the 29th pick and explains why Shedeur Sanders is falling in mock drafts as our draft preview continues. We also read and react to insights from Adam Schefter and Mel Kiper Jr.

Hour 1: Alex Ovechkin scores his first playoff overtime goal to beat the Canadians / On whether high sticking should or shouldn't have been called last night / Capitals defenseman Martin Fehervary will be out for the playoffs / Will the NY Giants really select Shedeur Sanders at #3 in the draft?

Hour 2: Jay Paterno joins the show to make predictions about the NFL Draft / The Great Tobi Altizer stops by to preview the Team 980s NFL Draft coverage / Do the Commanders need an edge rusher or running back more in the draft?

Hour 3: Adam Peters holds a presser ahead of the draft and takes media questions / The Rooster breaks down likely draft options, trade or pick at 29? / Dum Dum of the Day

We open the show recapping the Nationals series win, an underwhelming Wrestlemania, & the NBA Playoffs. Then Greg Wyshynski joins to help preview the Caps Stanley Cup chase before we close with the Rooster giving our audience some cornerback options for the Commanders and posing the question, "should the commanders take the best cornerback availabl…

The Rooster gives our audience some cornerback options for the Commanders before posing the question of "should the commanders take the best cornerback available or trade back?" After hearing from our audience, we break down all the particulars of the position and give the ideal trade spots for the Commanders in the second round.…

After reacting to sound of Charles Barkley predicting the first round of the NHL playoffs, Greg joins to give some insights ahead of the Caps opening round matchup vs. Montreal Canadiens. Some of the things we discussed are the Caps' sloppy defense, Logan Thompsons' returns, and the team's historical struggle in opening rounds.…

We open the show recapping the Nationals' solid series win over the Rockies but keep it in perspective as this young team still has plenty of potential to reach. After reacting to an underwhelming Wrestlemania, the Rooster laughs at the Lakers and gives props to the Knicks & OKC in our NBA Playoff recap.…

In the best of the Nationals on WJFK/WTEM this week, GM Mike Rizzo joins The Sports Junkies, Grant & Danny discuss Dylan Crews' poor start to the season; Andrew Golden of The Washington Post joins Kevin Sheehan to break down the Nats' "scrappy" playing style; James Wood is showcasing superstar potential; Jake Irvin plays trivia with listeners on Gr…

Hour 1: Some people just can't understand that the Commanders' old name isn't ever coming back / Don't be a loser about the name Commanders / Callers comment on reasons behind the name being changed / More calls on how the fans feel about the Commanders name

Hour 2: Lynnell Willingham stops by to talk about NIL and the RFK stadium deal / It's better that Josh Harris focused on other things besides the name / Should the Commanders select Shemar Stewart at #29 if he's there? / What songs do you sing to your kids?

Hour 3: Byron Saxton talks about Wrestle Mania and growing up in Burke, Virginia / Looking ahead to the Caps playing the Canadiens in the playoffs next week / Dum Dum of the Day

We open the show with the huge news that broke yesterday of The Commanders & DC officials closing a deal to put a stadium on the site of the old RFK Stadium in Washington D.C. The Rooster gives his thoughts and opinions on the news and also tries to taper expectations in response to the story. From there, the conversation shifts to the possibility …

Our good friend, Sam Bruchhaus, joins the show to break down the biggest storylines heading into next week's NFL Draft. We discuss what the Giants might do with the third overall pick, as well as the possibility of the Commanders trading back. Later, we share our thoughts on Aaron Rodgers calling out Aaron Glenn on The Pat McAfee show, along with o…