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EPISODE · Jun 1, 2026 · 2H 10M

Full Show | Monday 06-01-26

from The Chris Russell Show

The show opens with reactions to Odell Beckham Jr. returning to the New York Giants before diving into the NFL’s biggest headline: the blockbuster trade sending Myles Garrett from the Cleveland Browns to the Los Angeles Rams for Jared Verse, future draft capital, and additional assets. Chris Russell examines the fallout from the deal, including the Browns’ massive dead-cap implications, the contradiction between previous claims that Garrett was “untouchable,” and why Cleveland ultimately chose to move its franchise pass rusher after years of organizational uncertainty. The conversation also explores whether the Washington Commanders could have realistically matched the Rams’ offer, the importance of drafting and developing talent to create trade flexibility, and what defines a true No. 2 wide receiver in today’s NFL. Also, Charlie Slowes joins the show in the first hour to discuss the Washington Nationals’ series win over the San Diego Padres, improvements from the pitching staff, and the continued growth of the club’s young core. The show wraps up with NBA playoff reaction as the San Antonio Spurs advance to the NBA Finals after a Game 7 victory over the Oklahoma City Thunder, setting up a championship matchup with the New York Knicks while sparking debate over which team should be considered the favorite.

The show opens with reactions to Odell Beckham Jr. returning to the New York Giants before diving into the NFL’s biggest headline: the blockbuster trade sending Myles Garrett from the Cleveland Browns to the Los Angeles Rams for Jared Verse, future draft capital, and additional assets. Chris Russell examines the fallout from the deal, including the Browns’ massive dead-cap implications, the contradiction between previous claims that Garrett was “untouchable,” and why Cleveland ultimately chose to move its franchise pass rusher after years of organizational uncertainty. The conversation also explores whether the Washington Commanders could have realistically matched the Rams’ offer, the importance of drafting and developing talent to create trade flexibility, and what defines a true No. 2 wide receiver in today’s NFL. Also, Charlie Slowes joins the show in the first hour to discuss the Washington Nationals’ series win over the San Diego Padres, improvements from the pitching staff, and the continued growth of the club’s young core. The show wraps up with NBA playoff reaction as the San Antonio Spurs advance to the NBA Finals after a Game 7 victory over the Oklahoma City Thunder, setting up a championship matchup with the New York Knicks while sparking debate over which team should be considered the favorite.

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