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The Rooster analyzes the changes in the Commanders' defense now that Dan Quinn has taken over as playcaller. Drawing on an article from The Athletic by Nicki Jhabvala, which includes quotes from both Quinn and the players, he examines the team's adjustments and strategies. Using the players' insights and Quinn's commentary, the Rooster formulates his own perspective on how the defense has evolved, highlighting both the improvements and the areas that still need work.

Chris Russell dives deep into the Commanders' defensive evolution under Dan Quinn after he assumed play-calling duties. Drawing from Nicki Jhabvala's detailed reporting in The Athletic, The Rooster breaks down player quotes, strategic adjustments, and what's actually changed on the field. From there, Chris reacts to Ben Standig's analysis of the Commanders' roster construction, laying out how Washington stacks up against the NFC East and the rest of the NFL. The hour closes with a data-driven look at where the roster stands, what needs fixing, and how much work Adam Peters truly has in front of him.

Chris Russell opens the show recapping the Capitals' sixth straight win and the growing versatility of Washington's young roster before shifting to the Commanders' decision to release Darnell Savage after inconsistent playing time. He previews Lions–Cowboys on Thursday Night Football, offering his pick and bringing on Cowboy B for his Dallas prediction, then later breaks down the week's marquee NFL matchups and debates a caller's claim that Jayden Daniels should sit out the rest of the 2025 season. Russell also questions whether NFL TV ratings are being embellished and examines the Wizards' struggles, including whether a coaching change is looming. He then takes a deep dive into the Commanders' defensive evolution under Dan Quinn, using Nicki Jhabvala's reporting and player quotes to explain what's changed since Quinn took over play-calling, reacts to Ben Standig's roster analysis, and closes with a data-driven look at where Washington's roster stands and how much work Adam Peters still has ahead.

In this special weekly edition of Altitude Advantage, lead writer Aric DiLalla chats with Nicki Jhabvala from The Athletic about the Broncos' Week 13 matchup against the Washington Commanders.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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11.21.25 Hour 1 1:00- Czabe & B-Mitch open up on the Caps as they scored 15 goals in 2 days! 20:00- Nicki Jhabvala of The Athletic broke the news as the Commanders will play yet another international game.

Nicki Jhabvala of The Athletic broke the news as the Commanders will play yet another international game.

Nicki Jhabvala joins the show to discuss how the Commanders can recalibrate during the bye week.

Hour 3 of BMitch & Finlay features interviews with Nicki Jhabvala and Peter Rosenberg.

11/14 Full Show: Hour 1 - 1:00 Hour 2 - 43:00 Hour 3 - 1:25:00 Hour 4 - 2:07:00 The Sports Junkies preview Commanders vs Dolphins. Today's guests were Nicki Jhabvala, Brian Keefe, and Scott Abraham.

From 11/14 Hour 1: Nicki Jhabvala joins The Sports Junkies to preview Commanders vs Dolphins.

11/14 Hour 1: Patriots Defeat The Jets 27-14 On TNF - 1:00 Nicki Jhabvala Joins The Junkies - 16:00 It's Impossible To Not Enjoy These Snacks - 33:00

Hour 2 1:12 - Calls: Should Commanders Sit Jayden When He Is Medically Cleared to Return? 31:52 - Setting Expectations for the Stretch Run with Nicki Jhabvala

Lynnell welcomes on Nicki Jhabvala of The Athletic to discuss what she expects from the Commanders over their final eight games of the season. They react to Kurt Warner's film breakdown of Jayden Daniels, with Nicki giving her thoughts on Warner's fair but pointed critique of the young quarterback's development and field vision. Plus, they look ahead to the defense's outlook after Marshon Lattimore was placed on injured reserve, and what adjustments Joe Whitt Jr. might make to keep the unit competitive down the stretch.

Nicki Jhabvala from The Athletic joins G&D to discuss McLaurin being ruled out vs Seattle.

Nicki Jhabvala joins the program to preview Monday night's game.

Hour 4 of BMitch & Finlay features an interview with Nicki Jhabvala and a betting preview for Monday Night Football.

Hour 2 of BMitch & Finlay features interviews with Nicki Jhabvala and Doug Kammerer as well as callers calling in to let the guys know if they believe Washington can win the NFC East.

Nicki jhabvala joins the show to discuss the Commanders vs. Bears game, the ascension of Bill Croskey-Merritt, and other headlines around the NFL.

Nicki Jhabvala from The Athletic joins G&D to discuss the Bears-Commanders budding rivalry plus Terry McLaurin.

Chris “The Rooster” Russell kicks off the show with his initial reaction to the Commanders' loss to the Falcons, unpacking the disappointment and frustration from the fanbase. Nicki Jhabvala of The Athletic drops some revealing stats about Washington's defense that adds fuel to the discussion. Chris then dives into who's to blame for the loss and what went wrong on both sides of the ball, before turning a critical eye to Kliff Kingsbury's play calling highlighting his abandonment of the run game and the defense's continued inability to generate turnovers. It's a fiery start to the day as The Rooster sets the stage for three full hours of Commanders talk.

The Rooster dives into a detailed statistical breakdown from The Athletic's Nicki Jhabvala, comparing the Commanders' defense through the first four weeks of this season against last year's performance. He highlights where the team has shown signs of improvement but also points out the troubling areas where regression is clear. These numbers paint a bigger picture of the struggles on defense, raising tough questions about Joe Whitt's leadership and whether his unit is underperforming. As Chris unpacks the stats, he explains what they reveal about the Commanders' identity, why the defense feels subpar despite some individual bright spots, and what it all means for Washington moving forward.

Chris “The Rooster” Russell opens the show reacting to the Commanders' disappointing loss to the Falcons, unpacking fan frustration and breaking down who's to blame on both sides of the ball. Nicki Jhabvala of The Athletic provides revealing defensive stats, fueling discussion on the team's struggles, including Kliff Kingsbury's play-calling and the defense's inability to generate turnovers. Hour 2 dives deeper into Washington's zone coverage issues and the ongoing challenge of building a competitive team, with fans calling in to share their takes. In the final hour, Chris and A-MAC recap a loaded College Football Saturday, review Dan Quinn's media session on player availability and necessary improvements, and wrap with the signature Dumb Dumb of the Day, highlighting the week's most head-scratching moments.

Lynnell is joined by Nicki Jhabvala of The Athletic to discuss whether her outlook on the Commanders has changed at all through the early part of the season. Nicki raves about Washington's dominant front four and the impact it has had on games so far. They also examine how much pressure Kliff Kingsbury is under heading into Sunday's matchup with the possibility of being without Terry McLaurin, and they close the conversation debating whether or not Jayden Daniels should play this weekend.

Hour 2 1:12 - Commanders Safety Jeremy Reaves Joins the Show 10:22 - Calls: What Is Your Confidence Level in the Defense Stopping Bijan Robinson? 21:06 - Lynnell Talking All Things Commanders with Nicki Jhabvala 35:33 - Preview of Thursday Night Football: Cardinals vs. Seahawks

Nicki Jhabvala joins the program to give JP and BMitch her thoughts on the Commanders season thus far.

Hour 4 of BMitch & Finlay features an interview with Nicki Jhabvala and a recap of the boxing match this weekend.

Commanders reporter Nicki Jhabvala joins G&D live from Green Bay to discuss tonight's TNF matchup!

9.11.25 Hour 4 1:00- Commanders reporter Nicki Jhabvala joins G&D live from Green Bay to discuss tonight's TNF matchup! 19:45- Our guy Chris Russell joins the show, and discusses tonight's matchup.

9.3.25 Hour 3, Nicki Jhabvala from The Athletic joins the Kevin Sheehan Show to preview the Commanders' 2025 season, give predictions for how the season will go and how the offseason program benefited the team. Kevin Sheehan plays Dan Quinn's press conference for the audience. Kevin Sheehan and Producer Max give their AFC conference predictions for the 2025 season.

9.3.25 Hour 1, Kevin Sheehan opens the show discussing a huge breaking story in the NBA about the Clippers and Kawhi Leonard, Kevin Sheehan starts a new segment “don't be surprised if.” Kevin Sheehan lets callers give their bold predictions for the Commanders this upcoming season. 9.3.25 Hour 2, Zach Berman from The Athletic joins the Kevin Sheehan Show to discuss if he thinks the Commanders closed the gap on the Eagles, the Eagles season opener vs the Cowboys, and Jalen Hurts' ranking amongst NFL QBs. Kevin Sheehan, Producer Max and callers give their take on if they think the Commanders closed the gap on the Eagles this year. 9.3.25 Hour 3, Nicki Jhabvala from The Athletic joins the Kevin Sheehan Show to preview the Commanders' 2025 season, give predictions for how the season will go and how the offseason program benefited the team. Kevin Sheehan plays Dan Quinn's press conference for the audience. Kevin Sheehan and Producer Max give their AFC conference predictions for the 2025 season.

9.3.25, Nicki Jhabvala from The Athletic joins the Kevin Sheehan Show to preview the Commanders' 2025 season, give predictions for how the season will go and how the offseason program benefited the team.

After spending most of the show reacting to Nicki Jhabvala of The Athletic's win projection for the Commanders, the Rooster shares where he agrees and disagrees with her assessment. He breaks down the team's challenges and strengths, offering a detailed look at where Washington thrives and struggles, and delivers his own strong prediction for where the Commanders will finish.

Chris “The Rooster” Russell reacts to Nicki Jhabvala's Washington Commanders win-loss projection from The Athletic, then shares his own take on how the team will perform in the 2025 season. He breaks down the reasoning behind his record prediction and what it means for the Commanders as they prepare for their season opener against the Giants. Fans also get a peek at how the Rooster's Sunday will unfold on game day, giving an insider perspective on his expectations and routine.

Nicki Jhabvala from the Athletic on Terry McLaurin's contract extension

Hour 2 of BMitch & Finlay features an interview with Nicki Jhabvala and some callers discussing the Commanders blow out loss to open up the preseason.

Nicki Jhabvala joins the program to share her thoughts on the Commanders preseason loss in New England.

From 08/04 Hour 3: Nicki Jhabvala joins The Sports Junkies to break down the latest Commanders news.

08/04 Hour 3: Nicki Jhabvala Joins The Junkies - 1:00 Don't Give Up On Your Athletic Dreams - 15:00 Jelly Roll Shocks People At WWE SummerSlam - 33:00

08/04 Full Show: Hour 1 - 1:00 Hour 2 - 43:00 Hour 3 - 1:25:00 Hour 4 - 2:09:00 The Sports Junkies break down the top Washington Commanders storylines. Today's guest was Nicki Jhabvala.

JP and BMitch welcome Nicki Jhabvala onto the program to get her thoughts on Commanders camp so far.

Hour 2 of BMitch & Finlay features an interview with Nicki Jhabvala and some discussion about which Commanders players have stood out the most through the first week-plus of training camp.

Today's episode of BMitch & Finlay features interviews with Barstool Nate, Quan Martin, and Nicki Jhabvala as Commanders camp rolls on.

07/21 Full Show: Hour 1 - 1:00 Hour 2 - 43:00 Hour 3 - 1:25:00 Hour 4 - 2:09:00 The Sports Junkies react to Donald Trump's comments about the Commanders name change. The guys also continue to break down Terry McLaurin's contract negotiations. Today's guests were Rick Snider, Jason Sobel, and Nicki Jhabvala.

From 07/21 Hour 3: Nicki Jhabvala joins The Sports Junkies to break down the latest Washington Commanders news.

07/21 Hour 3: Nicki Jhabvala Joins The Junkies - 1:00 AI Pictures Are Starting Fool Everyone - 19:00 Should The Commanders Change Their Name - 34:00

Nicki Jhabvala joins the show to talk the upcoming Commanders training camp and the contract situations of Terry McLaurin and Trey Amos.

Hour 4 of BMitch & Finlay features an interview with Nicki Jhabvala from the Washington Post and a ranking of the top receivers in the NFL.