Podcast appearances and mentions of Doc Walker

Doc Walker and Anthony debate whether the Commanders should sit key players in the season finale against the Eagles. Doc says the answer depends on the player—protect some veterans, but finally unleash the young guys. With the season lost, they argue this is the last real chance to evaluate who deserves a role moving forward and who doesn't as the team turns the page to the offseason.

Doc Walker welcomes JP Finlay of B-Mitch and Finlay to debate whether the Commanders should rest starters in the season finale against the Eagles or give key players one last run. JP shares what his New Year's resolution would be for the franchise—starting with a strong pursuit of edge rushers—and weighs in on whether Washington should aggressively target Maxx Crosby if the Raiders make him available.

Doc Walker is joined by The Athletic's Mike Jones for a wide-ranging trip around the NFL, breaking down the latest playoff scenarios, key teams to watch down the stretch, and how the postseason picture could shape major offseason moves across the league.

With the calendar flipping to a new year, Doc Walker and Anthony lay out their New Year's resolutions if they were running the Commanders. Both agree that real change starts on the coaching staff, calling for two new coordinators to reset the direction of the team and establish a clearer identity heading into next season.

With the Commanders set to close out the season against the Eagles, Doc Walker and Anthony discuss the one player they most want to see get meaningful run in the finale. With the season already decided, the conversation centers on evaluation, development, and who deserves a final opportunity to prove they belong in Washington's plans moving forward.

Despite the Commanders' struggles and the season being effectively over, Doc Walker reflects on what this year revealed about the team. Doc highlights the consistent effort, fight, and competitiveness the players showed week in and week out, even when the results didn't follow, and explains why that matters moving forward.

Joe Beninati and Spencer Carbery discuss the latest on the Caps' roller coaster season; Brian Keefe checks in with his state of the Wizards' rebuild; Chris Knoche looks at the Terps' football season and has a mid-way breakdown of the hoops squad; and, Doc Walker checks in to look ahead to the Commanders' offseason.

Joe Beninati and Spencer Carbery discuss the latest on the Caps' roller coaster season; Brian Keefe checks in with his state of the Wizards' rebuild; Chris Knoche looks at the Terps' football season and has a mid-way breakdown of the hoops squad; and, Doc Walker checks in to look ahead to the Commanders' offseason.

Joe Beninati and Spencer Carbery discuss the latest on the Caps' roller coaster season; Brian Keefe checks in with his state of the Wizards' rebuild; Chris Knoche looks at the Terps' football season and has a mid-way breakdown of the hoops squad; and, Doc Walker checks in to look ahead to the Commanders' offseason.

Joe Beninati and Spencer Carbery discuss the latest on the Caps' roller coaster season; Brian Keefe checks in with his state of the Wizards' rebuild; Chris Knoche looks at the Terps' football season and has a mid-way breakdown of the hoops squad; and, Doc Walker checks in to look ahead to the Commanders' offseason.

Hour 2 with Rick "Doc" Walker: Donna Hopkins of Pro Football Plus talks about the loss to the Cowboys / Why these final games still matter even if the season is lost / LaMont Jordan joins the show to talk about the Commanders offense / Are injuries really the only reason the Commanders struggled this year?

Hour 1 with Rick "Doc" Walker: NFL vs NBA on Christmas Day and a look ahead at the Eagles game next week / What do the Commanders need to do next to turn things around? / What can the Commanders do against the Eagles in week 18? / How does a back up stay ready when they never know when they're going in?

Doc Walker Recaps The Terrible Commanders Season, Thoughts on the Netflix Broadcasts, JP's Fantasy Situation

Friday's episode of BMitch & Finlay saw Steve Czaban sit in for BMitch and help JP break down the Commanders' loss to the Cowboys! Also, hear from Gov. Wes Moore and Doc Walker, and listen as the guys look ahead to the potential future of the team!

Doc is frustrated with a lot about the Commanders' season. What exactly has gone wrong.

Doc Walker and Anthony break down the Commanders' brutal 0–8 record in primetime games this season, digging into why the team consistently failed to rise to the moment. From preparation and execution to coaching decisions and overall readiness, they discuss what went wrong under the brightest lights and what it says about where this team truly is.

Doc Walker welcomes David Aldridge of The Athletic to react to the Commanders' 30–23 loss to the Cowboys on Christmas Day, breaking down what the result says about Washington at this stage of the season. The conversation then pivots to the NBA, as Doc and Aldridge share their takeaways from the marquee Christmas Day matchups and what stood out as the league took over the holiday spotlight.

Doc Walker continues breaking down the Commanders-Cowboys matchup by turning his focus to the defensive side of the ball. He shares his biggest takeaways from Washington's defensive performance, highlighting where things broke down, issues with execution and physicality, and what stood out—good and bad—against Dallas.

Doc Walker opens the show breaking down what he saw from the Commanders offense in their matchup against the Cowboys. He highlights what worked, what didn't, and where the offense continues to fall short, offering his blunt assessment of the performance and what it says about where this unit is headed moving forward.

12.24.25, Former NFL running back Lamont Jordan joins Doc Walker to discuss why the Commanders vs Cowboys rivalry means so much to him and Doc Walker takes final calls for the Christmas Day game.

12.24.25, Doc Walker is filling in for Kevin Sheehan and opens up the show discussing the Commanders' approach to close out the season with shutting down Jayden Daniels.

12.24.25, Doc Walker talks about the Commanders vs Cowboys Christmas Day game and wants to know what happened to the historic rivalry between the teams.

12.24.25, Doc Walker discusses the Commanders vs Cowboys week 17 matchup and what we might see from the game with both teams being eliminated from playoff contention.

12.24.25, Doc Walker and Producer Max react to Dan Quinn's press conference where he gives injury updates for the team and reveals who will start on Christmas vs the Cowboys.

12.24.25 Hour 1, Doc Walker is filling in for Kevin Sheehan and opens up the show discussing the Commanders' approach to close out the season with shutting down Jayden Daniels. Doc Walker talks about the Commanders vs Cowboys Christmas Day game and wants to know what happened to the historic rivalry between the teams. Doc Walker asks callers for their thoughts on the Commanders' coaching staff as the season's end is approaching. 12.24.25 Hour 2, Doc Walker discusses the Commanders vs Cowboys week 17 matchup and what we might see from the game with both teams being eliminated from playoff contention. Doc Walker asks callers for their thoughts on if they still get excited for “Dallas week” anymore these days. 12.24.25 Hour 3, Scott Jackson from The Scott Jackson Show on ESPN Radio joins Doc Walker to preview the Commanders week 17 matchup vs the Cowboys and talk about how much the rivalry has changed over the years. Doc Walker and Producer Max react to Dan Quinn's press conference where he gives injury updates for the team and reveals who will start on Christmas vs the Cowboys. Former NFL running back Lamont Jordan joins Doc Walker to discuss why the Commanders vs Cowboys rivalry means so much to him and Doc Walker takes final calls for the Christmas Day game.

12.24.25 Hour 1, Doc Walker is filling in for Kevin Sheehan and opens up the show discussing the Commanders' approach to close out the season with shutting down Jayden Daniels. Doc Walker talks about the Commanders vs Cowboys Christmas Day game and wants to know what happened to the historic rivalry between the teams. Doc Walker asks callers for their thoughts on the Commanders' coaching staff as the season's end is approaching.

12.24.25 Hour 2, Doc Walker discusses the Commanders vs Cowboys week 17 matchup and what we might see from the game with both teams being eliminated from playoff contention. Doc Walker asks callers for their thoughts on if they still get excited for “Dallas week” anymore these days.

12.24.25 Hour 3, Scott Jackson from The Scott Jackson Show on ESPN Radio joins Doc Walker to preview the Commanders week 17 matchup vs the Cowboys and talk about how much the rivalry has changed over the years. Doc Walker and Producer Max react to Dan Quinn's press conference where he gives injury updates for the team and reveals who will start on Christmas vs the Cowboys. Former NFL running back Lamont Jordan joins Doc Walker to discuss why the Commanders vs Cowboys rivalry means so much to him and Doc Walker takes final calls for the Christmas Day game.

Hour 2 of BMitch & Finlay features an interview with Doc Walker and some Cowboys and Lions news.

Doc Walker joins the show to discuss the latest around the Commanders.

Lynnell welcomes on former Washington tight end and franchise legend Doc Walker to discuss whether the Commanders–Cowboys rivalry still carries the same weight it did in the 1980s. They revisit the peak of the rivalry, debate if it still ranks among the biggest rivalries in all of sports, and examine how years of Cowboys dominance have changed the dynamic between the two franchises.

Hour 2 1:12 - Is Commanders–Cowboys Still a Rivalry? Doc Walker Weighs In 19:03 - Mitch Tischler on Commanders–Cowboys, Roster Decisions & What's Next 35:15 - Philly Radio Show Host, Seth Joyner, Goes Off On the Commanders

CFP was exactly how we expected... uneventful Commanders will have huge holes to fill the next 4 months Where can the boys go from here?

Doc Walker welcomes on his old radio sparring partner, Al Galdi, for a spirited preview of Saturday's Commanders–Eagles matchup. The two debate what Washington's mindset should be down the stretch, with Galdi openly rooting for losses to secure a higher draft pick, while Doc firmly believes in playing to win every game. The conversation highlights the tension between long-term roster building and maintaining competitiveness, culture, and pride as the season winds down.

Doc Walker reacts to the Commanders' decision to shut down Jayden Daniels for the remainder of the season. He weighs the long-term value of protecting the franchise quarterback against the desire to see him gain more reps, discusses what this move says about the organization's outlook on the season, and explains why prioritizing Jayden's health is ultimately the right call moving forward.

Doc Walker welcomes college football analyst Charles Arbuckle to preview the start of the College Football Playoff as Alabama takes on Oklahoma. They dive into the national disrespect surrounding teams like JMU and Tulane, debate whether either can make real noise, identify potential dark horses in the playoff field, and break down what to watch as the postseason officially gets underway.

Hour 3 of BMitch & Finlay features an interview with Doc Walker and Dan Quinn speaking to the media.

Doc Walker discusses what he wants to see from Washington over the final three games of the season.

Hour 3 with Rick "Doc" Walker: Callers weigh in on whether the Commanders should tank or not / Was the season doomed from the start with how McLaurin was handled? / Lou Holder reminisces on that magical George Mason run in 2006 / Show wrap up

Hour 2 with Rick "Doc" Walker: Former NFL running back LaMont Jordan discusses playing a season out for a bad team / How do the Commanders turn things around? / Is tanking really a viable solution in the NFL?

Hour 1 with Rick "Doc" Walker: Doc does not want to see the Commanders tank the rest of the season / The Army Navy game showcases the best of us / Is losing out for draft position really something NFL players will do?

What do we think the Monday morning headline will be after the Commanders game against the Giants? Who's Lynnell's six Commanders that need to play well this Sunday? Dalton Wasserman of PFF gives us a look at NFL Week 15. Lastly, Doc Walker joins to make his NFL Week 15 picks.

Dan Quinn rules Jayden Daniels out for Sunday after the rookie aggravated his left elbow injury, turning to Marcus Mariota as the starter against the Giants. With doctors wanting to monitor the soreness despite no structural damage, re-evaluation is set for next week. Doc Walker breaks down why he believes this was an “executive decision” made above the coaching level and what it means for the Commanders moving forward.

Doc Walker and Lynnell Willingham dive into the tough reality of the Commanders' season, debating the likelihood of the team winning another game. They also discuss the continuity of scouting personnel from the Ron Rivera era to the Dan Quinn era and answer listener calls on the team's performance and prospects.

Doc Walker and Anthony preview Giants–Commanders and lay out what they're hoping to see on Sunday. After reacting to Dan Quinn sidestepping a question about the impact of the 2024 draft class, they make it clear they want the young talent featured—especially second-round pick Ben Sinnott, who now has a major opportunity to shine with Zach Ertz out for the season.

Hour 2 of BMitch & Finlay features an interview with Doc Walker and the guys debating if the Commanders should shut down Jayden Daniels.

Doc Walker joins the show to discuss the Commanders ongoing losing streak.

11.26.25 Hour 3, Former Washington Redskins Tight End and Team980 host Doc Walker joins The Kevin Sheehan Show to evaluate the Commanders' coaching staff with the season going bad and whether Jayden Daniels should play out the rest of the season when he's fully cleared to play. Kevin Sheehan reacts to Dan Quinn's press conference and gives his Thanksgiving day smell test. Kevin Sheehan and Producer Max give their NFL predictions for the Thanksgiving day and Black Friday games this week.

11.26.25, Former Washington Redskins Tight End and Team980 host Doc Walker joins The Kevin Sheehan Show to evaluate the Commanders' coaching staff with the season going bad and whether Jayden Daniels should play out the rest of the season when he's fully cleared to play.

11.26.25 Hour 1, Kevin Sheehan reminisces on the Redskins vs Cowboys thanksgiving game in 2012 where the Redskins at the time got their first ever win on the Holiday. Kevin Sheehan talks about what needs to happen in order for the Commanders to be mathematically eliminated from playoff contention and re-racks the conversation about the offseason moves the team should have made. Kevin Sheehan and Producer Max give their NFL top 5 power rankings after 12 weeks of the NFL season. 11.26.25 Hour 2, Kevin Sheehan and Producer Max list what they're buying and selling going into week 13 of the NFL season. Paul Charchian from Guillotine Leagues joins The Kevin Sheehan Show to tell a great story about Hedy Lamarr and give his weekly fantasy football analysis and projections going into week 13 of the NFL season. 11.26.25 Hour 3, Former Washington Redskins Tight End and Team980 host Doc Walker joins The Kevin Sheehan Show to evaluate the Commanders' coaching staff with the season going bad and whether Jayden Daniels should play out the rest of the season when he's fully cleared to play. Kevin Sheehan reacts to Dan Quinn's press conference and gives his Thanksgiving day smell test. Kevin Sheehan and Producer Max give their NFL predictions for the Thanksgiving day and Black Friday games this week.