Podcast appearances and mentions of Doc Walker

Hour 1 1:12 - Doc Walker's Confidence in Dan Quinn Begins to Waver 17:14 - Building Culture or Being a Player's Coach? The Accountability Debate 24:26 - A-MAC & Doc Share Their Favorites to Reach the NFC Championship 36:09 - Lynnell is Stealing Again...This Time, Buy or Sell Segments

Doc Walker and Anthony dive into an in-depth conversation about what kind of coach Dan Quinn truly is for the Washington Commanders. Is he primarily a players' coach—someone who connects, motivates, and galvanizes the locker room? Or is he more of a culture setter and builder, focused on identity, standards, and long-term foundation? Doc and Anthony weigh Quinn's career track record, leadership style, and the way players respond to him as they try to pinpoint the defining traits of the man now steering this franchise.

Doc Walker and Anthony lay out their essential keys to the Commanders' upcoming matchup. For them, it all starts with running the ball and committing to it for four quarters. They emphasize the importance of controlling the clock, shortening the game, and keeping pressure off the defense. On the other side of the ball, the message is simple: be physical and tackle. Doc stresses that fundamentals matter more than scheme this week, and Anthony agrees that if Washington wants any chance to win, they need to win the line of scrimmage and stop the missed tackles that have plagued them all season.

Doc Walker keeps the energy rolling as he opens the hour asking listeners whether Washington's defensive woes come down to a talent problem or a scheme issue. A-MAC joins the discussion as they dive into the Commanders' poor performances and whether it's time to start thinking about a full rebuild. Then, Cowboy B cracks the mic to preview the Cowboys' upcoming matchup and review some of the biggest trade deadline moves from Dallas. It's a lively, insightful hour packed with football talk, bold opinions, and classic back-and-forths only Doc Walker can deliver.

In the final hour of The Chris Russell show Doc Walker chats with a caller about what makes a talented offensive lineman, breaking down the skills and traits that separate the good from the great. He then expands the conversation globally, comparing the NFL to other sports leagues and discussing what lessons the league could learn. Doc also takes a critical look at the Commanders' offense, questioning what the team does best (or doesn't), offering his perspective on Kliff Kingsbury's scheme, and engaging with listeners' calls and reactions. It's an hour packed with football insight, strategy discussion, and fan-driven debate.

Rick “Doc” Walker fills in for The Rooster and kicks off the show by breaking down the current state of the NFC East from the surging Cowboys to the struggling Commanders. Doc then dives into why Washington needs to run the ball more and find a true bell cow back to stabilize their offense. He also doesn't hold back on his critique of Dan Quinn and the defense's lack of talent. And to wrap up the hour, things take a hilarious turn when Doc learns A-MAC's real name live on air. You don't want to miss this mix of football insight and classic Doc Walker energy!

After Daron Payne posted a video on Instagram showing Lions wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown punching him in the face during Sunday's game, Doc Walker and Anthony dive into the debate — was Payne right to retaliate, or did his ejection ultimately hurt the team more than it helped? They weigh the emotions of the moment versus the discipline needed to lead on defense.

Doc Walker opens the show reacting to Dan Quinn's decision to demote Joe Whitt Jr. and take over defensive play-calling himself. Doc and Anthony debate whether this move will spark real improvement for the Commanders' struggling defense. Plus, Anthony shares a bold take — he wouldn't mind if Washington lost out the rest of the way, arguing that being stuck in the middle of the pack does nothing for the team's future. A top-5 draft pick, he says, could land them the defensive game-changer they desperately need.

Nick Ashooh and Doc Walker fill in for G&D today and discuss all things Commanders, but wants to know how fans are emotionally after a wild 2025 season.

11.11.25 Hour 3 1:00- Our guy Doc Walker is ALL IN on Christmas music right now. 20:00- There's rumblings of Bill Belichick leaving UNC... and joining the GIANTS?!

A caller suggests the Commanders should keep Jayden Daniels sidelined even after he's medically cleared since the season is already lost. Doc Walker disagrees — he says he does want to see the young quarterback back on the field to gain valuable experience and continue his development despite Washington's struggles.

Doc Walker reacts to Dan Quinn announcing that he'll now take over as defensive coordinator and call plays for Washington's defense. While Doc agrees with the move, he says the changes shouldn't stop there — the offense is struggling too. He questions how the Commanders are 10 weeks into the season and still don't have a clear identity, saying that lack of direction ultimately starts with the head coach himself.

Doc Walker kicks off Burgundy and Gold Today fired up after the Commanders drop their fourth straight game by 21 points or more. He reacts to yet another dismal defensive showing, calling out the lack of pride and effort on that side of the ball, and questions where this team goes from here.

Doc Walker reacts to Daron Payne's ejection for punching Lions WR Amon-Ra St. Brown and Javon Kinlaw's unsportsmanlike conduct penalty for hitting a ref. Doc calls out both players for their selfishness and lack of composure, emphasizing how critical they are to the defense's success and how their actions hurt the entire team.

Doc Walker welcomes on Mitch Tischler, co-host of the Beltway Football Podcast, to react to the Commanders' 38-14 loss to the Seahawks on Sunday Night Football. They dive into Dan Quinn's controversial decision to keep Jayden Daniels in the game despite Washington trailing by 31 points in the 4th quarter — a choice that proved costly when Daniels suffered a severe elbow injury. Doc and Mitch break down the decision, its implications for the team moving forward, and what it says about Washington's current state.

Doc Walker is in on Burgundy and Gold Today and opens the show reacting to the Commanders' 38-14 blowout loss to the Seahawks on Sunday Night Football. While many fans are ready to panic, Doc still believes this team can turn things around. However, Anthony isn't nearly as optimistic, leading to a spirited back-and-forth between the two on where Washington truly stands after another primetime embarrassment.

Doc Walker welcomes on former Philadelphia Eagles defensive back John Booty to discuss how much the NFL landscape has changed since his playing days. Booty shares his thoughts on the Eagles' start to the season, why their run game hasn't looked the same as last year, and why the defense hasn't been as dominant as it once was.

Doc Walker kicks off Burgundy and Gold Today reacting to the tough news that Terry McLaurin re-injured his quad in the Commanders' 28-7 loss to the Chiefs on Monday Night Football. With McLaurin now ruled out for Sunday's matchup against the Seahawks, Doc discusses what his absence means for Washington's offense and who needs to step up in his place.

Doc Walker and Anthony break down the Commanders' continued struggles to run the football, listening in on Dan Quinn's comments about why the ground game has stalled. The guys share their thoughts on what's gone wrong up front and what needs to change as they look ahead to Sunday's matchup against the Seahawks — hoping Washington can finally get the rushing attack back on track.

Doc Walker and Anthony react to Jayden Daniels' press conference after returning to practice as a full participant for the first time since his hamstring injury. They share their biggest takeaways from his comments, discuss what his return means for the Commanders' offense, and break down how Daniels can adjust to life without star receiver Terry McLaurin, who will miss Sunday's game after re-aggravating his quad injury.

Lynnell Willingham joins Doc Walker to react to the news that Terry McLaurin re-injured his quad. Lynnell reminds listeners that he warned a month ago about bringing Terry back too soon and now fears this could be an issue that lingers all season. Despite the setback, Lynnell emphasizes that Terry's absence is no excuse for the Commanders' struggling passing attack and says it's time for others to step up.

Following the Commanders' 28-7 loss to the Chiefs on Monday Night Football, Lynnell opens the show with a message of optimism. He insists the season is far from over and expresses pride in how the defense battled against one of the league's best offenses.

Doc Walker and Anthony break down their keys to the game ahead of tonight's Chiefs-Commanders matchup. They agree that Washington's best chance to win is by dominating time of possession — controlling the clock, sustaining long drives, and keeping Patrick Mahomes and Kansas City's explosive offense on the sideline.

Doc Walker and Anthony discuss which Commanders players must rise to the occasion under the bright lights of Monday Night Football. They break down who needs to have a big night — on both sides of the ball — if Washington wants to pull off the upset against Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs.

Doc Walker opens up Burgundy and Gold Today reacting to the breaking news that the Commanders have signed kicker Matthew Wright to the practice squad and elevated him for tonight's game after Matt Gay was ruled out with a back injury. Doc shares his thoughts on Washington relying on a kicker they signed just five hours before kickoff against the Kansas City Chiefs.

The boys are joined by Washington Post reporter Tashan Reed to get info on Terry and Deebos possible return, and any changes to the defense. Then they're joined by Rick Doc Walker before answering Fan Questions!!Support the show

Hour 1 with Rick "Doc" Walker: Doc Walker talks about working with Steve Czaban and old school DC radio / The Kansas City Chiefs are still human, they can be beaten / There's nothing wrong with showing emotion, but it damn sure better be real

Hour 2 with Rick "Doc" Walker: Horror movies and other scary things / Callers have questions about the KC matchup on MNF / What does Doc want to hear from the coaches? / What's going on in College Football right now?

Hour 3 with Rick "Doc" Walker: Ben Standig breaks down the Commanders matchup with the Chiefs on MNF / What do you want to see on Monday night against the Chiefs? / Will the refs be a factor in favor of the Chiefs?

Hour 4 with Rick "Doc" Walker: The Commanders need to get their fundamentals down / Bill Belichick has not looked good at UNC / The Capitals play in a winning environment at home

10.24.25 Hour 2, Rick “Doc” Walker is subbing in for Kevin Sheehan and discusses the current state of the Washington Commanders with Producer Max. Doc Walker asks callers for their thoughts on the upcoming Commanders vs Chiefs game and the overall state of the team.

10.24.25 Hour 1, Kevin Sheehan opens up the show discussing the Thursday Night Football game, more developments on the FBI arrests for illegal gambling involved with the NBA and the Commanders fans showing signs of Stockholm syndrome with their reactions to the rocky start to the season thus far. Kevin Sheehan gives you his signature smell test picks for this week of College Football and NFL games. Steven Spector from 96.5 The Fan joins The Kevin Sheehan Show to give a preview of the Commanders vs Chiefs game and talk about how the Chiefs have progressed through the season. 10.24.25 Hour 2, Rick “Doc” Walker is subbing in for Kevin Sheehan and discusses the current state of the Washington Commanders with Producer Max. Doc Walker asks callers for their thoughts on the upcoming Commanders vs Chiefs game and the overall state of the team. 10.24.25 Hour 3, Donna Hopkins from Tony McGee Pro Football Plus joins the Kevin Sheehan Show to discuss the Commanders' season outlook and if the vibes are different in the building going into the Monday Night game vs the Chiefs. Doc Walker talks about the Chiefs being the right test for the Commanders and if they can bring something out of them that could turn around the season.

10.24.25 Hour 3, Donna Hopkins from Tony McGee Pro Football Plus joins the Kevin Sheehan Show to discuss the Commanders' season outlook and if the vibes are different in the building going into the Monday Night game vs the Chiefs. Doc Walker talks about the Chiefs being the right test for the Commanders and if they can bring something out of them that could turn around the season.

10.24.25, Doc Walker asks callers for their thoughts on the upcoming Commanders vs Chiefs game and the overall state of the team.

10.24.25, Rick “Doc” Walker is subbing in for Kevin Sheehan and discusses the current state of the Washington Commanders with Producer Max.

10.24.25, Doc Walker talks about the Chiefs being the right test for the Commanders and if they can bring something out of them that could turn around the season.

10.24.25, Donna Hopkins from Tony McGee Pro Football Plus joins the Kevin Sheehan Show to discuss the Commanders' season outlook and if the vibes are different in the building going into the Monday Night game vs the Chiefs.

Doc Walker welcomes on David Aldridge of The Athletic to react to the NBA's return to NBC for the first time in 23 years before diving into the Commanders' blowout loss to the Cowboys. The two discuss what went wrong in Dallas, how Washington can respond, and what the Commanders must do to stay competitive as they prepare to face the Chiefs without star quarterback Jayden Daniels, who will miss Monday's game with a hamstring injury.

Doc Walker and Anthony question why Commanders offensive coordinator Kliff Kingsbury continues to shy away from the run game — one of the team's offensive strengths. They break down Washington's lack of commitment to the ground attack, how it's impacting the offense's rhythm, and what needs to change to get back to a more balanced and effective game plan.

Hour 1 1:12 - Doc Reacts: Commanders Embarrassed in Dallas 21:17 - Calls on How the Commanders Can Turn Things Around

Doc Walker is in on Burgundy and Gold Today sharing his raw reaction to the Commanders' 44-22 loss to the Dallas Cowboys. Doc gives his honest assessment of the team's effort, discipline, and physicality after another disappointing performance on both sides of the ball.

AWadd brings us into a Touchdown Tuesday as we highlight the best touchdown scoring plays and players in both college football and the NFL. We go out on The Fastbreak with AWadd on the show next talking about all things NBA as it is officially time to preview the season as the entire league is getting ready to tip off. Rick Doc Walker joins AWadd on the show for some more Commander's coverage as vibes are bad for Washington and we break down the faults with the team. We close out the show by opening up the phone lines and taking calls from Commanders fans as hope starts to build in the fanbase.

CFB will be going down to the wire Commanders need good d to stop Dak Final thoughts for games against Dallas

Ben Standig talks Commanders Is Dallas as big as a rivalry as we think? Is betting worth the risk?

Lou Holder joins Doc Everyone is still waiting for the d to show up CFB is loaded

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Hour 2 of BMitch & Finlay features an interview with Doc Walker and a look at the criticism surrounding PFF grades.

JP and BMitch discuss the Commanders season so far with Doc Walker.

It's Dallas Week! Doc Walker kicks off the show by asking a tough question — is the Commanders-Cowboys rivalry still what it used to be? Doc says it just doesn't feel the same anymore, and Anthony agrees, pointing out that there haven't been many meaningful games between the two teams in recent years. They reflect on what made the rivalry great and what it would take to bring that fire back.