Episodes

  • Hour 1 - Hour 1: Kingsbury on Injuries, Deebo’s Status, Wacko for Flacco & More

    Hour 1 - Hour 1: Kingsbury on Injuries, Deebo’s Status, Wacko for Flacco & More
    Oct 17 2025
    Chris “The Rooster” Russell kicks off Hour 1 on The Team 980 with a full plate of football talk! Commanders Offensive Coordinator Kliff Kingsbury discusses how injuries are affecting team chemistry, while The Rooster reacts to Deebo Samuel looking hobbled at practice. Then it’s on to Cincinnati, where Wacko for Flacco fever has taken over after the Bengals’ Thursday Night Football win and Chris admits he might’ve been wrong about Joe Flacco. All that and more to start another fiery football Friday in DC!
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    45 mins
  • Hour 2 - Hour 2: Deebo Injury, Jay Paterno Joins, Cowboys Matchup With Cowboy B & Fan Reactions

    Hour 2 - Hour 2: Deebo Injury, Jay Paterno Joins, Cowboys Matchup With Cowboy B & Fan Reactions
    Oct 17 2025
    In Hour 2 we kick off by reading Deebo Samuel’s latest comments on his injury and Chris gives his thoughts on whether he’ll play Sunday. Next, Jay Paterno, former Penn State assistant coach and son of Joe Paterno, joins the show to share insights on coaching, football, and legacy. The Rooster then turns to the big Commanders–Cowboys matchup this weekend, sharing his analysis before hearing audience reactions and takes on the game with Cowboy B providing enemy insights.
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    43 mins
  • Hour 3 - More Dallas Week Preview, All things A-MAC, & Super 6 Pack Picks

    Hour 3 - More Dallas Week Preview, All things A-MAC, & Super 6 Pack Picks
    Oct 17 2025
    In the final hour, we kick things off with All Things A-MAC, breaking down the biggest college football matchups and previewing the A-MAC Giants taking on the Denver Broncos. Next, Chris analyzes the Commanders’ defense as they face the explosive Cowboys offense and discusses whether Jayden Daniels can bounce back this weekend. Then it’s time for the Super 6 Pack, where Chris breaks down NFL spreads and picks weekend winners. Finally, we close out with Dumb Dumb of the Day, highlighting one of the week’s wildest and most unbelievable stories.
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    43 mins
  • Full Show | Friday 10-17-25

    Full Show | Friday 10-17-25
    Oct 17 2025
    Chris “The Rooster” Russell kicks off The Team 980 with a full slate of football coverage, starting with Commanders Offensive Coordinator Kliff Kingsbury on how injuries are impacting team chemistry and Chris reacting to Deebo Samuel looking hobbled in practice. He also reflects on the Bengals’ Thursday Night Football win and admits he might’ve underestimated Joe Flacco. Hour 2 features Deebo’s latest injury updates, insights from Jay Paterno on coaching and legacy, and a deep dive into the upcoming Commanders–Cowboys matchup, with audience feedback and Cowboy B offering opposing perspectives. In the final hour, All Things A-MAC breaks down the biggest college football matchups, including the Giants vs. Broncos, before Chris analyzes Washington’s defense, Jayden Daniels’ outlook, and wraps up with his Super 6 Pack NFL spreads and picks. The show closes with the signature Dumb Dumb of the Day, spotlighting one of the week’s most head-scratching moments.
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    2 hrs and 12 mins
  • Chris Russell’s Super 6 Pack: NFL Spreads & Weekend Picks

    Chris Russell’s Super 6 Pack: NFL Spreads & Weekend Picks
    Oct 17 2025
    Chris Russell kicks off his Super 6 Pack, breaking down the NFL spreads and making his picks for the weekend’s biggest matchups. With sharp analysis and insider insight, he highlights key games, potential upsets, and the factors that could determine which teams cover the spread and which emerge victorious.
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    12 mins
  • Jay Paterno, Son of Legendary Penn State Coach Joe Paterno, Joins the Show

    Jay Paterno, Son of Legendary Penn State Coach Joe Paterno, Joins the Show
    Oct 17 2025
    Jay Paterno joins the show to discuss all things Penn State, including the headline-making news of James Franklin’s firing. He breaks down what went into the decision and offers insight into the program’s next steps. From behind-the-scenes details in Happy Valley to broader storylines across the Big Ten, it’s an inside look at one of college football’s biggest shakeups.
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    16 mins
  • Full Show | Thursday 10-16-25

    Full Show | Thursday 10-16-25
    Oct 16 2025
    Chris “The Rooster” Russell brings his signature energy to The Team 980, opening with a fiery breakdown of why this week’s clash with the Cowboys could define the Commanders’ season and who has more at stake. He questions Cowboy B’s absence during rivalry week, drops a historic stat favoring Washington, and delivers a scathing critique of the Bengals ahead of Thursday Night Football. In Hour 2, The Rooster dives into the Commanders’ defensive backfield, analyzing Mike Sainristil’s early struggles, Trey Amos’ impressive play, and Jayden Daniels’ on-field performance and sideline demeanor, while engaging listeners with their reactions and feedback. The final hour covers Joe Whitt’s response to the team’s defensive woes, audience takeaways, and an exclusive interview with Capitals’ new right winger Justin Sourdif discussing hockey and life in D.C., before wrapping up with the show’s signature Dumb Dumb of the Day, highlighting one of the week’s wildest stories.
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    2 hrs and 4 mins
  • Hour 1 - The Rooster Sounds Off: Commanders’ Stakes, Missing Cowboys Fan & a TNF Showdown

    Hour 1 - The Rooster Sounds Off: Commanders’ Stakes, Missing Cowboys Fan & a TNF Showdown
    Oct 16 2025
    Chris “The Rooster” Russell brings the fire on The Team 980! First, he breaks down why this week’s clash with the Cowboys could define the Commanders’ season and who needs the win more. Then, The Rooster wonders why Cowboy B is missing during rivalry week before dropping a historic stat that tilts the edge toward Washington. Chris also unloads a scathing critique of the Bengals ahead of their Thursday Night Football showdown. All that and more from DC’s most passionate voice in sports talk.
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    43 mins