Full Show | Monday 03-09-26

NFL free agency got off to a historic start as the Washington Commanders made headlines by re-signing star left tackle Laremy Tunsil to a record-setting $30 million-per-year contract, making him the highest-paid offensive lineman in NFL history. Chris Russell breaks down the contract details, the ripple effects on Washington’s salary cap and roster-building strategy, and what the deal signals for the team’s long-term offensive line plans. The Commanders also bolstered their secondary by signing cornerback Amik Robertson to a two-year deal, with Russell analyzing his injury history and potential impact on the CB room, particularly for Mike Sainristil. Beyond Washington, the league saw massive moves including the Las Vegas Raiders giving Tyler Linderbaum $27 million per year, and running back market shifts with contracts for Kenneth Walker III, Tyler Allgeier, and Travis Etienne Jr., plus the Baltimore Ravens declining to tender Keaton Mitchell, creating potential targets for the Commanders. The team also re-signed quarterback Marcus Mariota to a one-year deal, while Russell reviews what constitutes a successful free agency period, compares Washington’s moves to other teams’ aggressive strategies like the Titans’ signings of CBs Alontae Taylor, Cor’Dale Flott, DT John Franklin-Myers, and WR Wan'Dale Robinson and reacts to live listener feedback on GM Adam Peters’ roster moves so far.