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EPISODE · Apr 16, 2026 · 44 MIN

Hour 1 - Should Commanders Pass on Caleb Downs? Tony Pauline Joins

from The Chris Russell Show

Tony Pauline Breaks Down Commanders Draft Targets & Strategy as he joins Chris Russell to dive into Washington’s options at No. 7, including key prospects, positional priorities, and overall draft philosophy. The conversation shifts into a spirited debate on Caleb Downs, with Russell questioning whether passing on the talented safety might actually be the smarter move depending on roster needs and value. Listeners chime in with their thoughts, weighing the risk of skipping Downs while also discussing Mansoor Delane as a potential alternative. Russell wraps the hour by laying out his case for why going in a different direction could ultimately benefit the Commanders’ long-term build.

Tony Pauline Breaks Down Commanders Draft Targets & Strategy as he joins Chris Russell to dive into Washington’s options at No. 7, including key prospects, positional priorities, and overall draft philosophy. The conversation shifts into a spirited debate on Caleb Downs, with Russell questioning whether passing on the talented safety might actually be the smarter move depending on roster needs and value. Listeners chime in with their thoughts, weighing the risk of skipping Downs while also discussing Mansoor Delane as a potential alternative. Russell wraps the hour by laying out his case for why going in a different direction could ultimately benefit the Commanders’ long-term build.

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