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EPISODE · Apr 22, 2026 · 2H 8M

Full Show | Wednesday 04-22-26

from The Chris Russell Show

The Nationals secure a strong win over the Braves, prompting Chris Russell to push back on offseason criticism and reframe early-season struggles while also assessing ongoing issues for the Mets and Phillies. Attention then shifts to the NBA playoffs, where the Trail Blazers level their series with the Spurs amid a growing storyline surrounding Victor Wembanyama’s injury status. The discussion continues with Brian Jones, who joins to explain how NIL is reshaping college football, evaluate top NFL Draft prospects, and discuss how players could translate to NFL teams such as the Washington Commanders, while also emphasizing broader concerns around player health and safety. Draft conversation intensifies as Russell breaks down his preferred wide receiver fit for Washington among the top prospects, identifies three realistic targets at No. 7, and weighs positional value debates, including running back comparisons featuring Jeremiyah Love and Jacory Croskey-Merritt, alongside broader roster-building strategy. The show also features Bobby Lashley, who joins to discuss AEW’s growth and the evolution of professional wrestling, before the focus returns to the draft with debate around Makai Lemon as a potential Commanders fit at No. 7. The segment closes with listener reactions as fans weigh in on the best realistic options for Washington in a pivotal draft.

The Nationals secure a strong win over the Braves, prompting Chris Russell to push back on offseason criticism and reframe early-season struggles while also assessing ongoing issues for the Mets and Phillies. Attention then shifts to the NBA playoffs, where the Trail Blazers level their series with the Spurs amid a growing storyline surrounding Victor Wembanyama’s injury status. The discussion continues with Brian Jones, who joins to explain how NIL is reshaping college football, evaluate top NFL Draft prospects, and discuss how players could translate to NFL teams such as the Washington Commanders, while also emphasizing broader concerns around player health and safety. Draft conversation intensifies as Russell breaks down his preferred wide receiver fit for Washington among the top prospects, identifies three realistic targets at No. 7, and weighs positional value debates, including running back comparisons featuring Jeremiyah Love and Jacory Croskey-Merritt, alongside broader roster-building strategy. The show also features Bobby Lashley, who joins to discuss AEW’s growth and the evolution of professional wrestling, before the focus returns to the draft with debate around Makai Lemon as a potential Commanders fit at No. 7. The segment closes with listener reactions as fans weigh in on the best realistic options for Washington in a pivotal draft.

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The Nationals secure a strong win over the Braves, prompting Chris Russell to push back on offseason criticism and reframe early-season struggles while also assessing ongoing issues for the Mets and Phillies. Attention then shifts to the NBA...

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