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EPISODE · Apr 14, 2026 · 39 MIN

Hour 3 - Ben Standig Joins, Anthony Davis & Wizards Future Plus Russini Resigns After Vrabel Controversy

from The Chris Russell Show

Ben Standig joins the show to talk about his mock draft, Mansoor Delane disinterest, Sonny Styles, and other draft storylines for the Commanders at no 7 and throughout the draft. Chris Russell breaks down Standig’s latest projections and what they mean for Washington’s draft strategy, including key names and potential fits at No. 7. The hour then shifts to the NBA, where audio of Anthony Davis praising the Wizards sparks a discussion on whether he actually wants to be in Washington long-term, what it would take to keep him there, and how it could shape the Wizards’ future. The show also touches on Dianna Russini reportedly resigning from The Athletic following the Mike Vrabel controversy and the broader fallout around that situation.

Ben Standig joins the show to talk about his mock draft, Mansoor Delane disinterest, Sonny Styles, and other draft storylines for the Commanders at no 7 and throughout the draft. Chris Russell breaks down Standig’s latest projections and what they mean for Washington’s draft strategy, including key names and potential fits at No. 7. The hour then shifts to the NBA, where audio of Anthony Davis praising the Wizards sparks a discussion on whether he actually wants to be in Washington long-term, what it would take to keep him there, and how it could shape the Wizards’ future. The show also touches on Dianna Russini reportedly resigning from The Athletic following the Mike Vrabel controversy and the broader fallout around that situation.

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