The Al Galdi Podcast

13:38 - Commanders: analysis of the latest on the potential departures of assistant general manager Lance Newmark, offensive coordinator Kliff Kingsbury and run-game coordinator/running-backs coach Anthony Lynn...update on the health of Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts and Eagles cornerback Quinyon Mitchell for the NFC Championship Game against the Commanders...and discussion about Jayden Daniels, including whether he is playing the best of the four remaining quarterbacks in the NFL Playoffs 29:35 - Guest: Commanders insider Ben Standig of The Athletic on the wild, celebrity-filled postgame scene for the 45-31 win at the Detroit Lions in the Divisional Round, why he (like Galdi) would not trade quarterback Jayden Daniels for any other player in the NFL, the extent to which Daniels has carried the Commanders to the NFC Championship Game, why the Philadelphia Eagles are a good matchup for the Commanders in the NFC Championship Game, what the Commanders should do at right guard with Samuel Cosmi done for the season due to a torn right ACL and more50:30 - Orioles: reaction to Orioles free-agent outfielder/DH Anthony Santander agreeing on a contract with the Toronto Blue Jays56:46 - Georgetown Basketball: breakdown of a 64-63 win at Villanova in a game in which the Hoyas overcame an eight-point deficit with 2:34 left in the second half by ending the game on a 9-0 runCall 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

14:00 - Commanders: reaction to right guard Samuel Cosmi being done for the season due to a torn right ACL and to news on assistant general manager Lance Newmark, defensive coordinator Joe Whitt Jr. and run-game coordinator/running-backs coach Anthony Lynn being candidates for jobs with other NFL teams25:26 - Commanders: further analysis of quarterback Jayden Daniels' all-time-great performance in the 45-31 win at the Detroit Lions in the Divisional Round, including how what he did compares with other all-time-great playoff performances by Washington quarterbacks41:10 - Commanders: further breakdown of the defense in the 45-31 win at the Detroit Lions in the Divisional Round, including the outrageous nature of the Commanders generating five takeaways in the game, the rises of cornerback Mike Sainristil and safety Quan Martin and breakdowns of playing-time percentages for Commanders defensive players in the game54:26 - Maryland Basketball: discussion of a 69-66 win over Nebraska in a game the Terrapins won despite blowing a nine-point lead with less than three and-a-half minutes left in the second half58:38 - Wizards: thoughts on a 123-100 loss at the Sacramento Kings for the Wizards' 10th consecutive lossVisit PaulsonAndNace.com and tell Paulson & Nace 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

11:23 - Commanders: deep dive on quarterback Jayden Daniels in the 45-31 win at the Detroit Lions in the Divisional Round having one of the greatest games for a quarterback in franchise history30:39 - Commanders: breakdowns of a variety of items from the 45-31 win at the Detroit Lions in the Divisional Round, including more production from receivers Terry McLaurin and Dyami Brown, the resurgent rushing offense in terms of running backs, a wild game for the defense with it giving up a lot on a per-play basis but also generating five takeaways and a mixed game for kicker Zane Gonzalez46:52 - Capitals: analysis of a 4-1 win over the Pittsburgh Penguins to extend the Caps' point streak to 10 games50:43 - College Basketball: discussion of Georgetown's 73-68 loss to DePaul, Virginia's 81-67 loss at Louisville, Virginia Tech's 72-63 loss to Wake Forest and success for George Mason and VCU01:01:02 - Wizards: thoughts on a 122-114 loss at the Golden State Warriors for the Wizards' ninth consecutive lossWhatever 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

10:44 - Commanders: analysis of the offense versus the Detroit Lions' defense in preparation for the Commanders' game at the Lions in the Divisional Round of the NFL Playoffs, including key stats, a look back at the great work of quarterback Jayden Daniels in the 23-20 walk-off win at the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in the Wild Card Round and discussion of comments from offensive coordinator Kliff Kingsbury on Lions defensive coordinator Aaron Glenn, Daniels, receiver Terry McLaurin, receiver Dyami Brown and the Commanders' running game in terms of running backs31:02 - Commanders: analysis of the defense versus the Detroit Lions' offense in preparation for the Commanders' game at the Lions in the Divisional Round of the NFL Playoffs, including the latest on notable injuries, key stats, proper praise for linebackers Bobby Wagner and Frankie Luvu, a review of the work of the defense in the 23-20 walk-off win at the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in the Wild Card Round and discussion of comments from defensive coordinator Joe Whitt Jr. on being a head-coaching candidate for the New York Jets, the Lions' offense and the play of cornerback Marshon Lattimore in the win at the Bucs47:23 - Commanders: Rhyming Keys for a Commanders win at the Detroit Lions in the Divisional Round of the NFL Playoffs...and a pick for the game57:55 - Capitals: breakdown of a 1-0 overtime win at the Ottawa Senators as winger Alex Ovechkin scored the game-winning goal on the 19th anniversary of his most famous goal01:02:06 - Maryland Basketball: reaction to a 76-74 overtime loss at Northwestern in a game in which the Terrapins overcame a nine-point deficit with less than four minutes left in the second half but lost on a last-second shot01:05:06 - Wizards: thoughts on a 130-123 loss to the Phoenix Suns for the Wizards' eighth consecutive lossVisit 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 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

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

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

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

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

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

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