The Al Galdi Podcast cover image

The Al Galdi Podcast

Latest episodes

undefined
Jan 6, 2025 • 1h 18min

Episode 986: Commanders conclude 12-5 regular season with 23-19 win at Dallas Cowboys and more

09:22 - Commanders: deep dive on the performances of quarterbacks Jayden Daniels and Marcus Mariota in the 23-19 win at the Dallas Cowboys, including commentary on Daniels being pulled from the game and on why the Commanders need to re-sign Mariota29:35 - Commanders: discussion of drops by the Commanders, the return of running back Austin Ekeler, the Commanders' defense and much more in the 23-19 win at the Dallas Cowboys41:34 - Capitals: analysis of a 7-4 win over the New York Rangers that included winger Alex Ovechkin scoring his fourth goal in five games since returning from a fractured left fibula49:46 - Nationals and Orioles: reaction to a significant development in the MASN dispute and to the O's agreeing with free-agent starting pitcher Charlie Morton on a one-year contract57:46 - College Football: thoughts on Virginia Tech concluding a 6-7 season with a 24-10 loss to Minnesota in the Duke's Mayo Bowl and on Liberty concluding an 8-4 season with a 26-7 loss to Buffalo in the Bahamas Bowl01:03:41 - Wizards: a salute to the tanking Wizards for losing two games in three days to the New Orleans Pelicans in a battle of the two worst teams in the NBA - a 132-120 loss at the Pelicans and a 110-98 home loss to the Pelicans01:07:16 - College Basketball: breakdowns of Maryland's 83-79 loss at No. 9 Oregon, Georgetown's 69-63 win over Xavier for the Hoyas first 3-0 start in the Big East since 2011-2012, Virginia's 70-50 loss to Louisville and Virginia Tech's 86-85 loss to MiamiWhatever your dermatological needs, call Dr. George Verghese and the Mid-Atlantic Skin-Surgery Institute Of Maryland at 301-396-3401 and mention that Al Galdi sent youCall Nova Fireplace And Stove at 571-513-3803, mention that Al Galdi sent ya and receive $25 off any fireplace or chimney serviceVisit RonMurrayWellness.com and mention that Al Galdi sent youDownload the PrizePicks app and use the promo code "Galdi" for $50 instantly after you play your first $5 lineup Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
undefined
Jan 3, 2025 • 58min

Episode 985: 13 Commanders receive Pro Bowl honors, preview of Commanders at Dallas Cowboys and more

10:51 - Commanders: discussion of quarterback Jayden Daniels and receiver Terry McLaurin being primary selections for the Pro Bowl and 11 Commanders players being Pro Bowl alternates18:53 - Commanders: analysis of the offense vs. the Dallas Cowboys' defense in preparation for the Commanders' regular-season finale at the Cowboys, including the latest injury news for significant Commanders offensive players, key stats and discussion of comments from offensive coordinator Kliff Kingsbury on what he wants to see from the Commanders' offense in this game and on whether he wants to be an NFL head coach again32:41 - Commanders: analysis of the defense vs. the Dallas Cowboys' offense in preparation for the Commanders' regular-season finale at the Cowboys, including the latest on the status of cornerback Marshon Lattimore, key stats and reaction to comments from defensive coordinator Joe Whitt Jr. on the Commanders' bad run defense39:45 - Commanders: Rhyming Keys for a Commanders win at the Dallas Cowboys...and a pick for the game48:52 - Capitals: breakdown of a 4-3 shootout loss to the Minnesota Wild51:56 - Maryland Basketball: thoughts on a 75-69 loss at WashingtonVisit PaulsonAndNace.com and tell Paulson & Nace that Al Galdi sent youVisit CateringByUptown.com and mention that Al Galdi sent youDownload the PrizePicks app and use the promo code "Galdi" for $50 instantly after you play your first $5 lineupVisit RonMurrayWellness.com and mention that Al Galdi sent you Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
undefined
Jan 2, 2025 • 1h 16min

Episode 984: All-22 analysis with Mark Bullock on Jayden Daniels and Kliff Kingsbury in win over Atlanta and more

12:11 - Guest: Commanders analyst Mark Bullock of MarkBullock.Substack.com with a film-breakdown-style deep dive on the Commanders' 30-24 overtime win over the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday Night Football, including where quarterback Jayden Daniels' performance in the game ranks among his best performances in the 2024 season, how Daniels as a runner compares with Redskins quarterback Robert Griffin III in his 2012 rookie season, why the work of offensive coordinator Kliff Kingsbury in the win over the Falcons might have been his most impressive work in the 2024 season, why receiver Terry McLaurin in the game had just one reception for just five yards on seven targets and whether Chris Rodriguez Jr. should supplant Brian Robinson Jr. as the Commanders' RB145:32 - Commanders: examination of the team's playoff-seeding scenarios...discussion of key injury news for the team's regular-season finale at the Dallas Cowboys, including the Commanders opening the 21-day practice window for running back Austin Ekeler...reaction to notable comments from head coach Dan Quinn on quarterback Marcus Mariota and on Quinn's relationship with general manager Adam Peters...and more01:03:14 - Capitals: analysis of a 3-1 win over the Boston Bruins01:07:27 - Wizards: review of a 125-107 win over the Chicago Bulls01:09:38 - College Basketball: thoughts on Virginia's 70-67 win over NC State and Virginia Tech's 88-65 loss at No. 4 DukeVisit PaulsonAndNace.com and tell Paulson & Nace that Al Galdi sent youCall Nova Fireplace And Stove at 571-513-3803, mention that Al Galdi sent ya and receive $25 off any fireplace or chimney serviceDownload the PrizePicks app and use the promo code "Galdi" for $50 instantly after you play your first $5 lineupVisit RonMurrayWellness.com and mention that Al Galdi sent you Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
undefined
Dec 31, 2024 • 1h 3min

Episode 983: Dan Quinn goes in-depth on Jayden Daniels' greatness and more

11:02 - Commanders: breakdown of and appreciation for quarterback Jayden Daniels off comments from head coach Dan Quinn at his day-after-the-game press conference off the 30-24 overtime win over the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday Night Football26:28 - Commanders: discussion of how the Commanders are approaching their regular-season finale at the Dallas Cowboys...and a salute to head coach Dan Quinn off him with the Commanders continuing his penchant for rapid turnarounds37:35 - Commanders: analysis of the productive season that tight end Zach Ertz is having off his two-touchdown performance in the 30-24 overtime win over the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday Night Football...a look at receivers Terry McLaurin and Olamide Zaccheaus in the win over the Falcons...and a breakdown of playing-time percentages and notable Pro Football Focus grades for Commanders defensive players in the win over the Falcons53:29 - Nationals: reaction to the Nats reportedly agreeing to re-sign pitcher Trevor Williams to a two-year, $14 million contract57:32 - Wizards: thoughts on a 126-106 loss to the New York Knicks as Kyle Kuzma returned from a 12-game absence caused by a left-rib sprainVisit PaulsonAndNace.com and tell Paulson & Nace that Al Galdi sent youVisit CateringByUptown.com and mention that Al Galdi sent youDownload the PrizePicks app and use the promo code "Galdi" for $50 instantly after you play your first $5 lineupVisit RonMurrayWellness.com and mention that Al Galdi sent you Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
undefined
Dec 30, 2024 • 1h 27min

Episode 982: Commanders get to 11-5 and clinch playoff spot with 30-24 OT win over Atlanta Falcons and more

10:46 - Commanders: deep dive on quarterback Jayden Daniels putting the Commanders on his back in their 30-24 overtime win over Atlanta Falcons on Sunday Night Football30:15 - Commanders: discussion of an eventful game for receiver Olamide Zaccheaus, running back Chris Rodriguez Jr. getting key carries over running back Brian Robinson Jr., the six penalties by Commanders offensive linemen and more from the 30-24 overtime win over Atlanta Falcons on Sunday Night Football40:56 - Commanders: breakdown of the defense and special teams in the 30-24 overtime win over Atlanta Falcons on Sunday Night Football50:32 - Capitals: analysis of a 5-2 win at the Toronto Maple Leafs and a 4-2 loss at the Detroit Red Wings as winger Alex Ovechkin returned from a 16-game absence caused by a fractured left fibula and scored a goal in each game57:30 - Navy Football: a salute to the Midshipmen for a 21-20 win over Oklahoma in the Lockheed Martin Armed Forces Bowl to conclude a 10-3 season01:03:20 - Nationals and Orioles: reaction to the Nats reportedly agreeing on a one-year, $6 million contract with free-agent first baseman Josh Bell and to Orioles free-agent starting pitcher Corbin Burnes reportedly agreeing with the Arizona Diamondbacks on a six-year, $210 million contract01:13:44 - Wizards: examination of an encouraging 136-132 overtime loss to the New York Knicks01:18:56 - College Basketball: thoughts on Maryland's 81-66 win over Maryland Eastern Shore and Georgetown's 83-53 win over Coppin StateWhatever your dermatological needs, call Dr. George Verghese and the Mid-Atlantic Skin-Surgery Institute Of Maryland at 301-396-3401 and mention that Al Galdi sent youCall Nova Fireplace And Stove at 571-513-3803, mention that Al Galdi sent ya and receive $25 off any fireplace or chimney serviceVisit RonMurrayWellness.com and mention that Al Galdi sent youDownload the PrizePicks app and use the promo code "Galdi" for $50 instantly after you play your first $5 lineup Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
undefined
Dec 27, 2024 • 1h 20min

Episode 981: Kliff Kingsbury raves about Jayden Daniels, preview of Commanders vs. Atlanta Falcons and more

12:55 - Commanders: analysis of the offense vs. the Atlanta Falcons' defense in preparation for the Commanders' game against the Falcons on Sunday Night Football, including the latest on injuries for the Commanders' offense, key stats for the Commanders' offense, a breakdown of the Falcons' defense, discussion of quarterback Jayden Daniels off heavy praise for him from offensive coordinator Kliff Kingsbury, a look at an incident between tight end Zach Ertz and Philadelphia Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni and an examination of the Commanders' struggling rushing offense in terms of running backs off comments from Kingsbury and head coach Dan Quinn45:07 - Commanders: analysis of the defense vs. the Atlanta Falcons' offense in preparation for the Commanders' game against the Falcons on Sunday Night Football, including the latest on the status of cornerback Marshon Lattimore, the likelihood of interior defensive lineman Jonathan Allen making his return in this game, key stats for the Commanders' defense and a breakdown of the Falcons' offense with a special focus on quarterback Michael Penix Jr. via comments from head coach Dan Quinn, defensive coordinator Joe Whitt Jr. and Falcons head coach Raheem Morris01:02:39 - Commanders: Rhyming Keys for a Commanders win over the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday Night Football...and a pick for the game01:14:20 - Wizards: thoughts on a 113-110 win over the Charlotte Hornets in a game that the Wizards won despite blowing a 21-point second-quarter leadVisit PaulsonAndNace.com and tell Paulson & Nace that Al Galdi sent youCall Nova Fireplace And Stove at 571-513-3803, mention that Al Galdi sent ya and receive $25 off any fireplace or chimney serviceVisit CateringByUptown.com and mention that Al Galdi sent youDownload the PrizePicks app and use the promo code "Galdi" for $50 instantly after you play your first $5 lineupVisit RonMurrayWellness.com and mention that Al Galdi sent you Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
undefined
Dec 24, 2024 • 1h 4min

Episode 980: Dan Quinn addresses Jayden Daniels being at his "strongest" in "big moments" and more

12:36 - Commanders: discussion of the nature of the team's last two wins off comments from head coach Dan Quinn's day-after-the-game press conference off the 36-33 win over the Philadelphia Eagles...and further breakdown of quarterback Jayden Daniels' great performance in the game, including a very telling advanced stat and notable comments from Quinn32:17 - Commanders: analysis of running back Brian Robinson Jr. off his two lost fumbles and inefficient carries in the 36-33 win over the Philadelphia Eagles, including comments from head coach Dan Quinn's day-after-the-game press conference and whether we might be seeing the end of Robinson's time as the Commanders' RB1...and several special-teams items, including comments from Quinn on receiver Luke McCaffery's impressive work on kickoff returns in the win over the Eagles42:33 - Commanders: further breakdown of the defense in the 36-33 win over the Philadelphia Eagles, including an examination of playing-time percentages and notable advanced stats from the game and comments from head Dan Quinn's day-after-the-game press conference on cornerback Marshon Lattimore, the run defense and more58:21 - Capitals: reaction to a 4-1 loss at the Boston Bruins in a game in which the Caps had just 11 shots on goal01:01:06 - Wizards: thoughts on a 123-105 loss at the Western Conference-leading Oklahoma City ThunderVisit PaulsonAndNace.com and tell Paulson & Nace that Al Galdi sent youCall Nova Fireplace And Stove at 571-513-3803, mention that Al Galdi sent ya and receive $25 off any fireplace or chimney serviceDownload the PrizePicks app and use the promo code "Galdi" for $50 instantly after you play your first $5 lineupVisit RonMurrayWellness.com and mention that Al Galdi sent you Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
undefined
Dec 23, 2024 • 1h 33min

Episode 979: Commanders improve to 10-5 with 36-33 comeback win over Philadelphia Eagles and more

11:20 - Commanders: deep dive on quarterback Jayden Daniels' five-touchdown-pass performance in the 36-33 win over Philadelphia Eagles32:21 - Commanders: discussion of the nature of the 36-33 win over Philadelphia Eagles via comments from head coach Dan Quinn...a look Commanders pass catchers in the game...and an assessment of a second consecutive bad game for Commanders running backs - especially Brian Robinson Jr. - in the game45:00 - Commanders: analysis of the defense and special teams in the 36-33 win over Philadelphia Eagles, including the extent to which Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts being knocked out the game in the first quarter by a concussion changed the game and the wild game for cornerback Marshon Lattimore vs. Eagles receiver A.J. Brown57:38 - Commanders: reaction to the miracle passage of the D.C. Robert F. Kennedy Memorial Stadium Campus Revitalization Act by the U.S. Senate, including how this is of major credit to the Josh Harris ownership group01:10:05 - Capitals: takeaways from a 3-1 win over the Carolina Hurricanes and a 3-1 win over the Los Angeles Kings01:18:23 - Nationals: examining what the Nats are getting in trading for Texas Rangers first baseman Nathaniel Lowe and what the trade might say about the extent to which the Lerner ownership group is spending money in MLB's 2024-2025 offseason01:21:22 - Wizards: thoughts on a 112-101 loss at the Milwaukee Bucks01:25:03 - College Basketball: breakdowns of Maryland's 87-60 win over Syracuse, Georgetown's 61-60 win at Seton Hall, Virginia's 63-58 win over American and Virginia Tech's 82-62 loss to Saint Joseph'sVisit PaulsonAndNace.com and tell Paulson & Nace that Al Galdi sent youWhatever your dermatological needs, call Dr. George Verghese and the Mid-Atlantic Skin-Surgery Institute Of Maryland at 301-396-3401 and mention that Al Galdi sent youVisit CateringByUptown.com and mention that Al Galdi sent youVisit RonMurrayWellness.com and mention that Al Galdi sent youDownload the PrizePicks app and use the promo code "Galdi" for $50 instantly after you play your first $5 lineup Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
undefined
Dec 20, 2024 • 1h 8min

Episode 978: preview of Commanders vs. Philadelphia Eagles and more

15:22 - Commanders: analysis of the offense vs. the Philadelphia Eagles' defense in preparation for the Commanders' game against the Eagles, including the latest on the status of tight end Zach Ertz, key stats and matchups and discussion of comments from offensive coordinator Kliff Kingsbury on a blunt admission regarding losing Ertz during the Commanders' 20-19 win at the New Orleans Saints, the Eagles' defense, how the Commanders' offense is better positioned for success in this game against the Eagles as compared to in the Commanders' 26-18 loss at the Eagles on Thursday Night Football, how quarterback Jayden Daniels is doing and more30:29 - Commanders: analysis of the defense vs. the Philadelphia Eagles' offense in preparation for the Commanders' game against the Eagles, including the latest on the status of interior defensive lineman Jonathan Allen and safety Jeremy Chinn, key stats and matchups and discussion of comments from defensive coordinator Joe Whitt Jr. on potentially getting back Allen, why safety Darrick Forrest played so much in the Commanders' 20-19 win at the New Orleans Saints, how cornerback Marshon Lattimore did in the win at the Saints in his Commanders debut, what Lattimore can mean for cornerback Mike Sainristil, the state of the defense and more48:01 - Commanders: Rhyming Keys for a Commanders win over the Philadelphia Eagles...and a pick for the game59:41 - Nationals: reaction to the Nats agreeing with free-agent pitcher Michael Soroka on a one-year contract for their first Major League acquisition via free agency or trade in MLB's 2024-2025 offseason01:03:00 - Wizards: thoughts on a 123-114 win over the Charlotte HornetsVisit PaulsonAndNace.com and tell Paulson & Nace that Al Galdi sent youCall Nova Fireplace And Stove at 571-513-3803, mention that Al Galdi sent ya and receive $25 off any fireplace or chimney serviceDownload the PrizePicks app and use the promo code "Galdi" for $50 instantly after you play your first $5 lineupVisit RonMurrayWellness.com and mention that Al Galdi sent you Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
undefined
Dec 19, 2024 • 58min

Episode 977: Jonathan Allen makes shocking return to practicing for Commanders and more

16:31 - Commanders: reaction to interior defensive lineman Jonathan Allen returning to practicing a little more than two months after suffering a supposedly-season-ending torn pectoral muscle, including what his return could mean for the defense...and discussion of other notable Commanders injury items as the team began practicing for its game against the NFC East-leading Philadelphia Eagles36:28 - Commanders: breakdown of quarterback Jayden Daniels heading into the game against the NFC East-leading Philadelphia Eagles, including Daniels' struggles in the Commanders' 26-18 loss at the Eagles on Thursday Night Football on Nov. 14, 2024, him continuing to rank as one of the best quarterbacks in the NFL and comments from head coach Dan Quinn on Daniels' growth46:48 - James Madison Football: thoughts on JMU's 27-17 win over Western Kentucky in the Boca Raton Bowl to conclude a 9-4 season52:37 - College Basketball: analysis of Georgetown's 81-57 win over Creighton and Virginia's 64-62 loss to No. 21 MemphisCall Nova Fireplace And Stove at 571-513-3803, mention that Al Galdi sent ya and receive $25 off any fireplace or chimney serviceVisit CateringByUptown.com and mention that Al Galdi sent youDownload the PrizePicks app and use the promo code "Galdi" for $50 instantly after you play your first $5 lineupVisit RonMurrayWellness.com and mention that Al Galdi sent you Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Get the Snipd
podcast app

Unlock the knowledge in podcasts with the podcast player of the future.
App store bannerPlay store banner

AI-powered
podcast player

Listen to all your favourite podcasts with AI-powered features

Discover
highlights

Listen to the best highlights from the podcasts you love and dive into the full episode

Save any
moment

Hear something you like? Tap your headphones to save it with AI-generated key takeaways

Share
& Export

Send highlights to Twitter, WhatsApp or export them to Notion, Readwise & more

AI-powered
podcast player

Listen to all your favourite podcasts with AI-powered features

Discover
highlights

Listen to the best highlights from the podcasts you love and dive into the full episode