The first Chris Russell Show of the new year kicks off with The Rooster reacting to Ole Miss’ statement Sugar Bowl win over Georgia and previewing the NHL Winter Classic in Miami between the Panthers and Rangers. Chris delivers one of his signature strong takes, arguing that placekickers may be more important than coaches in today’s game. The conversation heats up as Nick Ashooh from BetMGM joins to debate Commanders free agency, suggest a possible trade involving Daron Payne and Maxx Crosby, and to yell at the Rooster for his hot takes. The show then tackles the chaos in college football, including scheduling gaps and the transfer portal, while playing audio from Dan Lanning on potential fixes. Chris also breaks down the Nationals’ new broadcast plan following the end of their MASN deal before wrapping up with his Dueling Super 6 Pack, picking six NFL teams to cover or bet against the spread and revealing his top six power rankings; a fast-paced mix of college football, MLB, NFL analysis, and Rooster-style opinion.

The first Chris Russell Show of the new year kicks off with The Rooster reacting to Ole Miss’ statement win over Georgia in the Sugar Bowl and what it means for the college football landscape. Chris also shifts gears to the NHL Winter Classic, previewing the outdoor matchup in Miami between the Panthers and Rangers. Then, Russell delivers one of his signature strong takes; arguing that placekickers may actually be more important than coaches in today’s game, and explaining exactly why. A fast-paced opening hour blending college football, hockey, and classic Rooster philosophy to start the year.

Hour 2 of The Chris Russell Show features a fiery segment with Nick Ashooh from BetMGM, joining the Rooster to break down Commanders free agency and get a little “rage baited” along the way. Chris then dives into a potential blockbuster trade involving Daron Payne and Maxx Crosby that was suggested by Nick, offering his thoughts on what the deal would do for Washington. Listeners weigh in next, reacting to the trade suggestion and sharing their own takes on how the Commanders should navigate free agency and roster moves. A lively hour packed with debate, analysis, and Rooster’s signature unfiltered takes on all things Commanders.

In the final hour of The Chris Russell Show, The Rooster and A-MAC tackle the chaos in college football, from scheduling gaps between games to the transfer portal. They debate potential solutions and play audio from Dan Lanning on how the sport could fix the calendar. The conversation then shifts to Major League Baseball as Chris breaks down the Nationals’ new broadcast plan following the end of their deal with MASN. Finally, Rooster wraps up with his Dueling Super 6 Pack, picking six NFL teams to cover or bet against the spread before revealing his top six power rankings. A fast-paced, action-packed hour blending college football, MLB, and NFL analysis with Rooster’s signature takes.

Nick Ashooh of MAXX Sports & Entertainment, who covers D.C. sports, joins The Rooster to passionately push back on Chris’ “idiotic” take that kickers are more important than coaches. The two also dive into Commanders free agency, debate roster-building priorities, and discuss the possibility of trading Daron Payne, making for a lively and spirited conversation.

Chris Russell kicks off the first show of the new year by reacting to Ole Miss’ big Sugar Bowl win over Georgia, sharing his thoughts on the Rebels’ performance led by the outstanding Trinidad Chambliss and Georgia’s nail-biting loss. The conversation then shifts to the NHL, as Chris and Mad Max preview the Winter Classic in Miami between the Panthers and the Rangers, mixing in hockey talk and putting A-MAC to the test with a quiz on his knowledge of the sport.

The Chris Russell Show opens with The Rooster reacting to the Falcons’ big Monday Night Football win over the Rams and breaking news surrounding the Diggs family, as the Cowboys release Trevon Diggs and Patriots wide receiver Stefon Diggs faces felony assault charges. Chris debates whether Trevon would be a good fit for the Commanders or if he’s “damaged goods,” while breaking down his on-field performance and struggles this past season. The show then dives into NFL playoff possibilities, exploring NFC and AFC seeding scenarios and tiebreakers ahead of Week 18, followed by the Cowboy B Stock Report on Dallas’ defense and the impact of Trevon Diggs’ release. Chris also reviews the Commanders’ defense across the season, analyzing performances from Quan Martin, Mike Sainristil, and Frankie Luvu. The final segment covers the biggest headlines around the Giants, previews the college football playoff quarterfinals, takes listener calls on the Commanders’ defense and Quan Martin’s benching, and closes with Rooster’s signature Dumb Dumb of the Day, blending NFL insight, fan reactions, and unfiltered commentary.

The show opens with The Rooster reacting to the Falcons’ big Monday Night Football win over the Rams and what it means moving forward. Breaking news then takes over the show as Chris reacts to a rough day for the Diggs family, with the Cowboys releasing cornerback Trevon Diggs and Patriots wide receiver Stefon Diggs facing felony assault charges. From there, Rooster debates whether Trevon Diggs would be a good fit for the Commanders or if he’s damaged goods, before diving deeper into a breakdown of Diggs’ on-field performance and struggles from this past season. A fast-paced opening hour packed with NFL reaction, breaking news, and Commanders-centered analysis.

Hour 2 dives deep into NFL playoff possibilities as we approach the final week of the regular season. Rooster breaks down potential seeding outcomes in the NFC and AFC, including all the tiebreaker scenarios fans need to know before week 18 action kicks off. The conversation then turns to Dallas with the benchmark Cowboy B Stock Report, highlighting Cowboy B’s thoughts on the Cowboys’ defense and the Trevon Diggs’ release. Finally, Chris reviews the Commanders’ defense across the season, analyzing the performances of Quan Martin, Mike Sainristil, and Frankie Luvu, highlighting their key contributions and struggles. A full hour of playoff math, team analysis, and season-long defensive breakdowns.

In the final hour The Rooster and A-MAC break down the biggest headlines surrounding the New York Giants and preview the upcoming college football playoff quarterfinals. Listeners call in to share their thoughts on the Commanders’ defense, Quan Martin’s benching, and other hot topics. Of course, no hour is complete without Rooster delivering his signature Dumb Dumb of the Day, highlighting the most ridiculous or absurd newsworthy moments from the past week. A lively wrap-up full of analysis, fan reactions, and Rooster’s unfiltered takes.

Chris Russell reacts to the benching of Quan Martin, sharing his thoughts before diving into an article by Nicki Jhabvala that critiques the performance of several Commanders defensive players, including Frankie Luvu, Quan Martin, and Mike Sainristil. Chris argues that the team’s struggles have been evident all season and questions why such changes are only being made at the very end, highlighting a pattern of delayed accountability within the organization.

The segment opens with breaking news as the Cowboys release Trevon Diggs ahead of their final game against the Giants, prompting an immediate reaction from Chris Russell. The conversation then turns to another Diggs family headline from earlier in the day, as Stefon Diggs faces a felony assault charge. With limited details available, Chris carefully navigates the developing situation, sharing his thoughts on Stefon Diggs as a player while handling the sensitive story with caution.

The Chris Russell Show opens with The Rooster reacting to Sunday Night Football, arguing that the 49ers’ win over the Bears was driven more by elite talent than Kyle Shanahan’s coaching, while breaking down Chicago’s disastrous late-game clock management and Ben Johnson’s explanation of the mishap. Chris then examines the Eagles-Bills late-game theatrics and broader coaching criticism, explaining why Sean McDermott and Johnson deserved scrutiny while many coaches are often overblamed. He shifts focus to the Eagles’ struggles, claiming Jalen Hurts and the offense are holding the team back from true Super Bowl contention, before venting about the Commanders’ late Sunday kickoff and analyzing their current NFL draft position. The show wraps with listener feedback and social media reactions to Josh Allen, Jayden Daniels, and other hot topics, compares Dan Quinn’s defensive success in Dallas to his struggles in Washington, and concludes with NBA updates, including Giannis Antetokounmpo’s controversial dunk and the Wizards’ two-game winning streak, sparking a discussion on tanking in the league.

Hour 1 opens with The Rooster reacting to Sunday Night Football between the 49ers and Bears, arguing that San Francisco’s success is driven more by elite talent than head coach Kyle Shanahan. Chris then dives into the Bears’ disastrous late-game clock management, calling out poor timeout usage and reacting to Ben Johnson’s explanation of the mishap. From there, the conversation shifts to the late-game theatrics between the Eagles and Bills, setting the stage for a broader discussion on coaching criticism across the league. Rooster closes the hour by explaining why coaches often take too much blame but why Sean McDermott and Ben Johnson deserved the heat for their late-game decisions on Sunday.

Hour 2 features The Rooster taking a hard look at the Philadelphia Eagles, arguing that the offense and Jalen Hurts are holding the team back from being a true Super Bowl contender. Chris then shifts to the Commanders, venting his frustration over their late Sunday kickoff against the Eagles and why the timing makes an already tough matchup even more annoying. The hour wraps with a breakdown of the current NFL draft order, as Rooster explains where the Commanders sit right now and how far up or down the board they could end up picking.

In the final hour of The Chris Russell Show, The Rooster dives into social media and listener feedback, breaking down reactions to Josh Allen’s play, Jayden Daniels, and other hot topics around the NFL. He then compares Dan Quinn’s defensive success in Dallas to his struggles with the Commanders, highlighting the contrast and what it means for Washington. The hour wraps with NBA updates, including Giannis Antetokounmpo’s controversial late-game dunk and the Wizards’ two-game winning streak, sparking a discussion on tanking in the league.

In NBA updates, Chris Russell reacts to Giannis Antetokounmpo’s late-game dunk that drew the ire of his opponent and discusses the Washington Wizards, who have won two straight games. Rooster shares his thoughts on tanking, noting that some fans are frustrated by the Wizards’ unexpected success, highlighting the tension between competitive play and long-term rebuilding strategies.

Chris Russell kicks off the show by recapping an explosive Sunday Night Football matchup between the Bears and the 49ers, filled with offensive fireworks on both sides. He argues that San Francisco’s victory was driven more by its superior talent than by any masterclass from head coach Kyle Shanahan. The conversation then shifts to the Bears’ late-game clock management, breaking down where and why they should have used timeouts and how those decisions ultimately hurt them down the stretch.

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