It's Maryland Monday on the Team 980 as Maryland is headed to the Sweet Sixteen!! Derik Queen had an incredible buzzer beater to lift the Terps over the Colorado State Rams, who have already lost their Head Coach. Rooster then touches on the College Basketball Coaching Carousel and boy does it never stop. Then, man did your picks stink!…

Following an ELECTRIC win for Maryland Basketball, Rooster has dubbed this day "Maryland Monday" to honor Derik Queen's buzzer beater to lift the Terps over Colorado State. Then, Kevin Willard went to bat for his team over the weekend prior to their first two games... Rooster thinks he threw the AD and others under the bus.…

The College Basketball coaching carousel is already RED HOT after the round of 32 wrapped up last night. Coaches all over are on the move with rumors of more on the way.

After the first two rounds of the NCAA tournament.... man you guys STINK at picking college basketball. Then, UCONN's SID threatened a reporter after publishing the viral audio of Dan Hurley speaking loudly to the Baylor Bears basketball team. Finally Alex Ovechkin netted 888 over the weekend while we were off and Dumb Dumb of the Day!…

Wild show for you today as we kick off the hour by asking you "Are you worried about the Commanders" and the potential for them to become too inflated on the Offensive side of the football. Then, we have you, the callers continue to pick out bracket for the NCAA tournament. Finally we're joined by FOX Sports Radio's Johnny D and ESPN LV's Steve Cof…

After a rough start to the day we kick off the show by looking ahead for the Washington Commanders... are you worried that they could get too inflated on the offensive side of the football ala the Cincinnati Bengals?

Yes, you! The caller, continue to pick our bracket for the NCAA tournament. Plus, we continue our conversation on the Commanders from the previous hour. Are you worried that they could be investing too heavily on skill positions, or is it not enough?

We're joined by Rooster's pal Johnny D of FOX Sports 1310 to discuss the big NCAA tournament that gets underway tomorrow. Then we're joined by ESPN LV's Steve Cofield to talk Vegas' favorite time of year.

The Rooster has a retort for Maryland Coach, Kevin Willard after the coach voiced his disappointment in the Terps' seeding. Also we rank March Madness amongst postseason tournaments and respond to the dismay around the Tar Heels. Charlie Slowes, Voice Of The Washington National Joins the show and go through all the ins and outs before opening day n…

Chris has callers help him pick the tournament bracket and we revisit the Commanders getting an A+ as an off-season grade from CBS Sports. Does Chris agree? What were some of the positive moves and what don't we agree with? All of that & more in our final hour.

We kick off the hour with Charlie going through all the ins and out of the Washington Nationals before opening day next week. Also the Commanders get a favorable grade for their offseason moves.

The Rooster has a retort for Maryland Coach, Kevin Willard after the coach voiced his disappointment in the Terps' seeding. Also we rank March Madness amongst postseason tournaments and respond to the dismay around the Tar Heels.

The bracket has finally arrived!! We take a look at where some of the local teams have found themselves in the pool of 68, including the Maryland Terrapins, American Eagles and Max's VCU Rams. Then, Russell breaks down the selection committee's decisions to let certain teams in ahead of others like UNC. Plus, you, the callers, will be picking our b…

It's the morning after Selection Sunday and the bracket has been revealed! Maryland draws a #4 seed in the Western portion of the bracket, meaning they'll be playing their matchups on the West Coast. Could this draw in the tournament hurt them, Rooster asks you, "did they get screwed"?

Kicking off the hour, it appears more and more likely that Cincinnati will work out a deal with pass rusher Trey Hendrickson. Then, we're joined by Jim Bowden of The Athletic and Sirius XM to talk MLB offseason, Nats Spring Training, Opening Day and beyond! Finally Alex Ovechkin closes to within 8 goals of Gretzky's record and Dumb Dumb of the Day!…

Rooster continues to break down the minutia of the NCAA Selection process. Then, you, yes you, pick our big tournament bracket. Rooster gives every caller two first round matchups that you will pick the winner of and we're off and running from there. Finally, is it Chuhpotle for Chip-otle?

Rooster kicks off the show on Javon Kinlaw's comments at his introductory sit down with the DC Media and he may have just won himself quite a few fans. Then we reveal our tribute to John Feinstein throughout the show as well as ask you if you think the Commanders are "microwaving" their free agency process.…

Javon Kinlaw spoke to the media this morning after signing in Washington, revealing he grew up "a real Skins fan". Chris expands on why he thinks that is very important. Then, we reveal how we will be paying tribute to the great John Feinstein for the duration of this radio program. Finally, we hear from SI's Conor Orr who thinks the Commanders are…

Rooster thinks the Commanders are doing exactly what they're supposed to be doing... building around a young QB on a rookie contract and bringing in comparable defensive talent at smaller deals. So, is this "Microwaving" or simply an exercise in common sense?

Rooster kicks off the hour by giving the other side of the Commanders mixed reviews where they received an A+. Then, we get to your calls on how you think Adam Peters has faired so far in Free Agency. Finally, the Commanders sign Nate Herbig to a 1-year deal and Dumb Dumb of the day!

The Rooster critiques the KJ Oshburn & Michael Deiter resigning before contemplating how Andrew Wylie needs to improve to be a solid Swing Tackle. Also, The Rooster tells our audience why selling out for Trey Hendrickson may not be the best solution. The Rooster gives other options at Edge who are cheaper but still productive. Dan Laing, Voice of A…

The Rooster's long time friend joins the program to mourn the life of John Feinstein, recap American University's NCAA Tournament sealing win, and the Washington Nationals.

Join us to get our thoughts on why selling out for Trey Hendrickson may not be the best solution. The Rooster gives other options at Edge who are cheaper but still productive. Callers respond.

The Rooster critiques the KJ Oshburn & Michael Deiter resigning before contemplating how Andrew Wylie needs to improve to be a solid Swing Tackle after news broke that Wylie restructured his contract. Also, later in the hour we touch on Noah Brown resigning.

Packed day as Rooster kicks off the show by shaking off the twitter trolls. Then, we break some news with Marcus Mariota making his return to Washington for another season. Next we address some illegal tampering allegations toward the Commanders over LT Ronnie Stanley. Finally, DT Eddie Goldman signs in Washington.…

Rooster kicks off the hour swatting away the trolls on twitter, saying you can disagree without being a hater. Then, Rooster asks "does missing out on Joey Bosa bother you"? With that, do you think Trey Hendrickson is a must have to this point?

BREAKING NEWS to kick off the hour as Marcus Mariota is re-signed by the Washington Commanders to a 1 year deal worth $8 Million. Then, Rooster asks why some fans around here hate critical thinking. Finally, we get to Brett Favre's comments on Aaron Rodgers being linked to the Minnesota Vikings.

We kick off the hour by going over some recent allegations regarding the Washington Commanders and LT Ronnie Stanley. Then, we attempt to forecast the market for Trey Hendrickson. Finally, we catch some breaking news right before we get out of here, the Commanders have signed DT Eddie Goldman.

The Rooster spends most of the show reacting to the Laremy Tunsil trade and tells our audience why the trade isn't a slam dunk. We also give our thoughts on other moves by the Commanders and thoughts around the league. We then focus on Michael Gallup and the potential reunion with Dan Quinn. Could this signing work? What are the strengths and weakn…

We wrap up other moves that the Commanders made since yesterday's show and the best players left in free agency. We grade all the moves before telling our audience the philosophy behind the moves.

After finishing up our reaction on the Laremy Tunsil trade, we focus on Michael Gallup visiting DC and the potential reunion with Dan Quinn. Could this signing work? What are the strengths and weaknesses of the WR? All that & more.

The Rooster opens the show reacting to the Laremy Tunsil trade and tells our audience why the trade isn't a slam dunk. We also give our thoughts on other moves by the Commanders and thoughts around the league.

It's the first day of Free Agency and we're off and running as the Commanders have signed DT Javon Kinlaw to a 3 year deal worth up to $45 Million. Plus a few notable QBs come off the board with Sam Darnold going to Seattle and Justin Fields on his way to the New York Jets. Then, Ovechkin lit the lamp once more to get even closer to Wayne Gretzky's…

NFL Free Agency has just begun and the Washington Commanders have made one move so far signing former Jets DT Javon Kinlaw. How do you feel about this signing and the relative silence from Washington on the free agency front?

The Commanders have reached an agreement with Javon Kinlaw on a 3-year deal worth up to $45 million. How do Commanders fans feel on the signing? Plus, two of the first QBs come off the board as Sam Darnold is taking his talents to Seattle and Justin Fields is on his way to New York to reunite with Garrett Wilson.…

As Free Agency news continues to roll in, Dyami Brown is on his way to Jacksonville to team up with Trevor Lawrence and Brian Thomas Jr. Plus, Ovechkin lit the lamp once more over the weekend to close within 10 of passing Wayne Gretzky's all-time goal scoring record. Finally, Dumb Dumb of the day!

In interviews on WJFK & WTEM this week, Kyle Finnegan talks about his new contract with the Nationals; Nic Dowd weighs in on Ovechkin's goal chase; Justin Champagnie talks about his new contract with the Wizards; Gary Clark shares his excitement with the Deebo Samuel trade; Jay Gruden weighs in on Samuel…

In the best of the Capitals on WTEM/WJFK this week, Alex Ovechkin continues his pursuit of the goal record; TNT broadcaster makes ridiculous comment about Ovechkin; Darren Pang calls in to defend his controversial comment;Tarik El-Bashir joins BMitch & Finlay on Trade Deadline day; Smokin Al talks Caps with BMitch & Finlay; Chalie Lindgren gets an …

Hour 3: The differences in trying to acquire Myles Garret and Trey Hendrickson / Charles Barkley goes after Kendrick Perkins for his Lakers coverage / Mark Cuban comments on the Luka Doncic for Anthony Davis trade / Dum Dum of the day

Hour 2: Jon Allen is being released, but what does that mean going forward? / Is it possible that Jon Allen could end up in Washington next year? / Is it worth trying to get Trey Hendrickson to come to Washington? / Is Trey Hendrickson the edge rusher Bobby Wagner needs to succeed in 2025?

Hour 1: Bobby Wagner may be the most well rounded player on the Commanders in years / The Commanders are releasing Jon Allen / Nationals CF Jacob Young talks about how the Nats spring training is going / Follow up on the interview with Jacob Young in the previous segment

Nationals Center Fielder Jacob Young talks about how the Nats spring training is going.

Bobby Wagner may be the most well rounded player, both on the field and off, that the Commanders have had in many years.

The Rooster recaps the Capitals' electric win over the Rangers headlined by Wilson's game-winning goal. With such a deep draft and free agency filled with edge rushers, we debate where Joey Bosa stacks up. We react to Jay Gruden's list of breakthrough players while The Rooster gives his thoughts and his own list. Also we award the Dum Dum of the Da…

We react to Jay Gruden's list of breakthrough players while The Rooster gives his thoughts and his own list. Also we award the Dum Dum of the Day after receiving the breaking news surrounding Trey Hendrickson.

With such a deep draft and free agency filled with edge rushers, we debate where Joey Bosa stacks up and why or why not he would fit in with the Commanders.

The Rooster recaps the Capitals' electric win over the Rangers headlined by Wilson's game-winning goal. Ovechkin also inches closer to the Gretsky record while the Wizards get another win.

Packed show today as new can't stop breaking. DK Metcalf requested a trade, how aggressive should the Commanders be in their pursuit? Then, Chris asks "Should the Commanders prioritize re-signing Marcus Mariota?" and the boys take a look at pending free agents the Commanders should make a priority. Finally, Zack Baun re-signs in Philadelphia. What …

Just as we get rolling Rooster starts by telling you why the Commanders may be priced out of the Dyami Brown business. Then, we break some news as DK Metcalf requests a trade from the Seattle Seahawks. Should the Commanders pursue this? How aggressive should they be?