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EPISODE · Jan 12, 2026 · 2H 7M

Full Show | Monday 01-12-26

from The Chris Russell Show

The show kicks off with a heated reaction to a wild NFL Wild Card weekend, highlighting how kickers often decide games more than coaches, with Brandon McManus taking the brunt of the criticism over Matt LaFleur. Fans’ frustrations spill over with passionate takes on the Eagles’ offense, AJ Brown, and offensive coordinator Kevin Patullo, leading to a breakdown of what’s broken in Philly and what offseason moves make sense. The discussion then shifts to the Commanders, starting with a Ben Johnson film breakdown that reveals a surprising connection in his playcalling, followed by analysis of the team’s hire of David Blough as offensive coordinator. Chris examines why the move makes sense, what concerns remain, and how Blough’s familiarity with the roster could be a major advantage, while also weighing fans’ reactions and the pros and cons of rapid NFL coaching hires. The episode wraps with broader critiques of NFL scheduling, including short rest for the 49ers and the league’s focus on TV ratings over competitive balance.

The show kicks off with a heated reaction to a wild NFL Wild Card weekend, highlighting how kickers often decide games more than coaches, with Brandon McManus taking the brunt of the criticism over Matt LaFleur. Fans’ frustrations spill over with passionate takes on the Eagles’ offense, AJ Brown, and offensive coordinator Kevin Patullo, leading to a breakdown of what’s broken in Philly and what offseason moves make sense. The discussion then shifts to the Commanders, starting with a Ben Johnson film breakdown that reveals a surprising connection in his playcalling, followed by analysis of the team’s hire of David Blough as offensive coordinator. Chris examines why the move makes sense, what concerns remain, and how Blough’s familiarity with the roster could be a major advantage, while also weighing fans’ reactions and the pros and cons of rapid NFL coaching hires. The episode wraps with broader critiques of NFL scheduling, including short rest for the 49ers and the league’s focus on TV ratings over competitive balance.

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