The Al Galdi Podcast

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Nov 3, 2025 • 1h 14min

Episode 1,190: Jayden Daniels injured again as Washington falls to 3-6 with 38-14 loss to Seattle on SNF and more

Segment 1 - Show open and listener feedback Segment 2 - Washington Commanders: in-depth reaction to quarterback Jayden Daniels suffering a left-elbow injury in a 38-14 loss to the Seattle Seahawks on Sunday Night Football and an examination of the state of the Commanders' season, including why the team should be a seller regarding the 2025 NFL Trade Deadline Segment 3 - Washington Commanders: breakdown of another wretched performance by the defense in a 38-14 loss to the Seattle Seahawks on Sunday Night Football and thoughts on the rushing offense, special teams and more from the game Segment 4 - Washington Capitals: analysis of a 3-1 loss to the New York Islanders and a 4-3 shootout loss at the Buffalo Sabres, giving the Caps a four-game losing streak Segment 5 - College Football: discussion of Maryland's 55-10 loss to No. 2 Indiana to fall to 0-37 against ranked Big Ten teams since joining the conference beginning with the 2014 season, Navy's 31-17 loss at North Texas, No. 15 Virginia's 31-21 win at Cal, Virginia Tech's 28-16 loss to No. 16 Louisville, Old Dominion's 31-6 win at ULM to become bowl-eligible and Liberty's 59-30 win over Delaware Segment 6 - Washington Wizards: review of a 125-94 loss to the Orlando Magic Go to OmahaSteaks.com to get 50 percent off site-wide during their Semi-Annual Sale. And use the promo code ALGALDI at checkout for an extra $35 off. Minimum purchase may apply. See site for details. A big thanks to our advertiser, Omaha Steaks! Exclusive NordVPN deal at NordVPN.com/Galdi - try it risk free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee! Visit Roda.com and use the promo code GALDI20 for 20 percent off any service Visit NovaFireplaceAndStove.com, mention that Al Galdi sent you and receive $25 off any service Whatever your dermatological needs, contact Dr. George Verghese at MidAtlanticSkin.com and mention that Al Galdi sent you For advertising inquiries, email Sales@BlueWirePods.com  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Oct 31, 2025 • 1h 4min

Episode 1,189: Washington vs. Seattle on SNF preview with Seahawks insider Mike Dugar of The Athletic and more

Segment 1 - Show open, reaction to the Washington Nationals reportedly hiring Tampa Bay Rays senior director of player development Blake Butera as manager and listener feedback Segment 2 - Washington Commanders: breakdown of the latest injury report for the team for its game against the Seattle Seahawks on Sunday Night Football and discussion of comments from offensive coordinator Kliff Kingsbury and defensive coordinator Joe Whitt Jr., including Kingsbury on the impact of the injuries at receiver and Whitt on the changes for the defense and on the defense having the proper mindset for a turnaround Segment 3 - Guest: Seattle Seahawks insider Michael-Shawn Dugar of The Athletic with a deep dive on the Seahawks in preparation for the Washington Commanders' game against the Seahawks on Sunday Night Football, including how Commanders offensive coordinator Kliff Kingsbury can best attack the Seahawks' great defense Segment 4 - Washington Commanders: Rhyming Keys for a win against the Seattle Seahawks on Sunday Night Football and a prediction for the game Segment 5 - College Football: GaldiLocks picks for the FBS teams of the Mid-Atlantic region and thoughts on Maryland's game against No. 2 Indiana Segment 6 - Washington Wizards: discussion of a 127-108 loss at the Oklahoma City Thunder in a game in which the Wizards committed 23 turnovers to the Thunder's six Go to OmahaSteaks.com to get 50 percent off site-wide during their Semi-Annual Sale. And use the promo code ALGALDI at checkout for an extra $35 off. Minimum purchase may apply. See site for details. A big thanks to our advertiser, Omaha Steaks! Visit Roda.com and use the promo code GALDI20 for 20 percent off any service Exclusive NordVPN deal at NordVPN.com/Galdi - try it risk free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee! The Nace Law Group, Accident & Injury Lawyers - visit WashingtonDCInjuryLawyers.com and make sure that you mention that Al Galdi sent you Follow @WSHOnTheDaily on Instagram and visit WSHOnTheDaily.com for great merch Watch the BGO Blind Pig podcast on YouTube For advertising inquiries, email Sales@BlueWirePods.com  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Oct 30, 2025 • 51min

Episode 1,188: can Jayden Daniels save Commanders' season?, Terry McLaurin re-injures quadriceps and more

Segment 1 - Show open and listener feedback Segment 2 - Washington Commanders: reaction to a good news/bad news day for the team in terms of injury news with quarterback Jayden Daniels fully practicing and being poised to return from a one-game absence caused by a hamstring injury but also receiver Terry McLaurin having re-injured his quadriceps and being out for a fifth time in six games and perhaps much longer Segment 3 - Washington Commanders: discussion of the Seattle Seahawks' imposing defense in preparation for the Commanders' game against the Seahawks on Sunday Night Football, insight from head coach Dan Quinn on the struggles of the rushing offense and on the improvement of the defense and more Go to OmahaSteaks.com to get 50 percent off site-wide during their Semi-Annual Sale. And use the promo code ALGALDI at checkout for an extra $35 off. Minimum purchase may apply. See site for details. A big thanks to our advertiser, Omaha Steaks! Visit Roda.com and use the promo code GALDI20 for 20 percent off any service Exclusive NordVPN deal at NordVPN.com/Galdi - try it risk free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee! Visit CateringByUptown.com and mention that Al Galdi sent you Follow @WSHOnTheDaily on Instagram and visit WSHOnTheDaily.com for great merch For advertising inquiries, email Sales@BlueWirePods.com  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Oct 29, 2025 • 52min

Episode 1,187: Dan Quinn addresses Commanders' season on the brink and more

Segment 1 - Show open and listener feedback Segment 2 - Washington Commanders: discussion of the state of the team's season Segment 3 - Washington Commanders: analysis of the offense off head coach Dan Quinn's day-after-the-game press conference off the 28-7 loss at the Kansas City Chiefs on Monday Night Football, including Quinn getting snippy regarding a question about quarterback Jayden Daniels and a perhaps telling answer from Quinn on the struggles of the rushing offense Segment 4 - Washington Commanders: analysis of the defense off head coach Dan Quinn's day-after-the-game press conference off the 28-7 loss at the Kansas City Chiefs on Monday Night Football, including an examination of the changes that resulted in the defense in the loss at the Chiefs being better - though still not good Segment 5 - Washington Capitals: breakdown of a 1-0 loss at the Dallas Stars Segment 6 - Washington Wizards: thoughts on a 139-134 overtime loss to the Philadelphia 76ers in a game in which the Wizards blew a 19-point third-quarter lead and a 17-point fourth-quarter lead Segment 7 - James Madison Football: reaction to a 52-20 win at Texas State for the Dukes' sixth consecutive win Go to OmahaSteaks.com to get 50 percent off site-wide during their Semi-Annual Sale. And use the promo code ALGALDI at checkout for an extra $35 off. Minimum purchase may apply. See site for details. A big thanks to our advertiser, Omaha Steaks! Visit Roda.com and use the promo code GALDI20 for 20 percent off any service Exclusive NordVPN deal at NordVPN.com/Galdi - try it risk free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee! The Nace Law Group, Accident & Injury Lawyers - visit WashingtonDCInjuryLawyers.com and make sure that you mention that Al Galdi sent you Visit NovaFireplaceAndStove.com, mention that Al Galdi sent you and receive $25 off any service Visit and join BGObsession.com and mention that Al Galdi sent you For advertising inquiries, email Sales@BlueWirePods.com  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Oct 28, 2025 • 42min

Episode 1,186: Commanders fall to 3-5 with 28-7 loss at Kansas City Chiefs on Monday Night Football and more

Segment 1 - Show open and listener feedback Segment 2 - Washington Commanders: why Galdi has come to hate the Commanders' 2025 season, examination of the latest bad injury luck for the team and analysis of the Commanders' defense in the 28-7 loss at the Kansas City Chiefs on Monday Night Football Segment 3 - Washington Commanders: breakdown of the performance of quarterback Marcus Mariota in the 28-7 loss at the Kansas City Chiefs on Monday Night Football Segment 4 - Washington Commanders: discussion of what Ryan Wetzel revealed on The Al Galdi Podcast on why the Kansas City Chiefs are allowed to get away with the Arrowhead Chop and reaction to managing partner Josh Harris revealing that the team quietly relaunched its branding via an image of a spear Go to OmahaSteaks.com to get 50 percent off site-wide during their Semi-Annual Sale. And use the promo code ALGALDI at checkout for an extra $35 off. Minimum purchase may apply. See site for details. A big thanks to our advertiser, Omaha Steaks! Visit Roda.com and use the promo code GALDI20 for 20 percent off any service Exclusive NordVPN deal at NordVPN.com/Galdi - try it risk free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee! Whatever your dermatological needs, contact Dr. George Verghese at MidAtlanticSkin.com and mention that Al Galdi sent you Follow @WSHOnTheDaily on Instagram and visit WSHOnTheDaily.com for great merch For advertising inquiries, email Sales@BlueWirePods.com  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Oct 27, 2025 • 1h 27min

Episode 1,185: preview of Commanders at Kansas City on MNF with Chiefs insider Matt Verderame of SI and more

Segment 1 - Show open and listener feedback Segment 2 - Washington Commanders: analysis of the offense versus the Kansas Chiefs' defense in preparation for the Commanders' game at the Chiefs on Monday Night Football, including receivers Terry McLaurin and Deebo Samuel Sr. each being set to play off having been out due to injury and what the Commanders are facing in the Chiefs' quality defense Segment 3 - Washington Commanders: analysis of the defense versus the Kansas Chiefs' offense in preparation for the Commanders' game at the Chiefs on Monday Night Football, including a troubling injury development with interior defensive lineman Daron Payne and insight from defensive coordinator Joe Whitt Jr. on changes that are happening for the team's struggling defense Segment 4 - Guest: Kansas City Chiefs insider Matt Verderame of Sports Illustrated and the That Football Show podcast with a deep dive on the Chiefs in preparation for the Washington Commanders' game at the Chiefs on Monday Night Football, including why this may be the best version yet of Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes Segment 5 - Washington Commanders: Rhyming Keys for a win at the Kansas City Chiefs on Monday Night Football and a prediction for the game Segment 6 - Washington Capitals: breakdowns of a 5-1 win at the Columbus Blue Jackets and a 7-1 loss to the Ottawa Senators Segment 7 - Washington Wizards: discussion of a 117-107 win at the Dallas Mavericks and a 139-113 loss to the Charlotte Hornets Segment 8 - College Football: thoughts on Navy's 42-32 win over Florida Atlantic, No. 16 Virginia's 17-16 overtime win at North Carolina, Virginia Tech's 42-34 double-overtime win over Cal and Old Dominion's 24-21 win over Appalachian State Go to OmahaSteaks.com to get 50 percent off site-wide during their Semi-Annual Sale. And use the promo code ALGALDI at checkout for an extra $35 off. Minimum purchase may apply. See site for details. A big thanks to our advertiser, Omaha Steaks! Visit Roda.com and use the promo code GALDI20 for 20 percent off any service Exclusive NordVPN deal at NordVPN.com/Galdi - try it risk free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee! The Nace Law Group, Accident & Injury Lawyers - visit WashingtonDCInjuryLawyers.com and make sure that you mention that Al Galdi sent you Visit NovaFireplaceAndStove.com, mention that Al Galdi sent you and receive $25 off any service Visit CateringByUptown.com and mention that Al Galdi sent you For advertising inquiries, email Sales@BlueWirePods.com  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Oct 24, 2025 • 1h 1min

Episode 1,184: Commanders going with Marcus Mariota over injured Jayden Daniels for MNF at Chiefs and more

Segment 1 - Show open and listener feedback Segment 2 - Washington Commanders: discussion of the offense, including the team going with Marcus Mariota as its starting quarterback over the injured Jayden Daniels for the game at the Kansas City Chiefs on Monday Night Football and receivers Terry McLaurin and Deebo Samuel Sr. fully practicing off being out with injury Segment 3 - Washington Commanders: discussion of the defense off head coach Dan Quinn speaking at length about how the team is approaching trying to fix its struggling defense but also indicating that no major personnel changes are coming Segment 4 - College Football: GaldiLocks picks for the FBS teams of the Mid-Atlantic region and thoughts on the viability of Navy quarterback Blake Horvath as a candidate for the Heisman Trophy and on Virginia's game at North Carolina Go to OmahaSteaks.com to get 50 percent off site-wide during their Semi-Annual Sale. And use the promo code ALGALDI at checkout for an extra $35 off. Minimum purchase may apply. See site for details. A big thanks to our advertiser, Omaha Steaks! Visit Roda.com and use the promo code GALDI20 for 20 percent off any service Exclusive NordVPN deal at NordVPN.com/Galdi - try it risk free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee! The Nace Law Group, Accident & Injury Lawyers - visit WashingtonDCInjuryLawyers.com and make sure that you mention that Al Galdi sent you Visit CateringByUptown.com and mention that Al Galdi sent you Follow @WSHOnTheDaily on Instagram and visit WSHOnTheDaily.com for great merch Watch the BGO Blind Pig podcast on YouTube For advertising inquiries, email Sales@BlueWirePods.com  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Oct 23, 2025 • 51min

Episode 1,183: All-22 deep dive with Ryan Fowler on Adam Peters' two NFL Drafts as Commanders GM and more

Segment 1 - Show open, reaction to Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels reportedly being out for the team's game at the Kansas City Chiefs on Monday Night Football due to his right-hamstring injury, Washington Redskins legends Brian Mitchell and London Fletcher advancing in voting for the Pro Football Hall of Fame and Washington Nationals left fielder James Wood being a finalist for a National League Silver Slugger Award and listener feedback Segment 2 - Guest: NFL and college football analyst Ryan Fowler, host of a Washington Commanders podcast in Commanding The Huddle With Ryan Fowler, on the state of the Commanders' season, what's going wrong for the team's struggling defense, potential fixes for the defense and evaluations of players taken by Adam Peters over his first two NFL Drafts as Commanders general manager Segment 3 - Washington Wizards: analysis of a regular-season-opening 133-120 loss at the Milwaukee Bucks Go to OmahaSteaks.com to get 50 percent off site-wide during their Semi-Annual Sale. And use the promo code ALGALDI at checkout for an extra $35 off. Minimum purchase may apply. See site for details. A big thanks to our advertiser, Omaha Steaks! Visit Roda.com and use the promo code GALDI20 for 20 percent off any service Exclusive NordVPN deal at NordVPN.com/Galdi - try it risk free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee! Visit CateringByUptown.com and mention that Al Galdi sent you Follow @WSHOnTheDaily on Instagram and visit WSHOnTheDaily.com for great merch For advertising inquiries, email Sales@BlueWirePods.com  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Oct 22, 2025 • 1h 13min

Episode 1,182: All-22 analysis with Mark Bullock on personnel and scheme fixes for Commanders' defense and more

Segment 1 - Show open and listener feedback Segment 2 - Guest: Commanders analyst Mark Bullock of Bullock's Film Room on Substack with an All-22-style deep dive on the team's reeling defense, including why it's salvageable, what's going wrong and why and potential personnel and schematic fixes Segment 3 - Guest: Washington Wizards insider Chase Hughes of Monumental Sports Network with a preview of the Wizards' 2025-2026 regular season, including where the team is in its rebuild Segment 4 - Washington Capitals: breakdown of a 4-1 win over the Seattle Kraken Go to OmahaSteaks.com to get 50 percent off site-wide during their Semi-Annual Sale. And use the promo code ALGALDI at checkout for an extra $35 off. Minimum purchase may apply. See site for details. A big thanks to our advertiser, Omaha Steaks! Visit Roda.com and use the promo code GALDI20 for 20 percent off any service Exclusive NordVPN deal at NordVPN.com/Galdi - try it risk free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee! The Nace Law Group, Accident & Injury Lawyers - visit WashingtonDCInjuryLawyers.com and make sure that you mention that Al Galdi sent you Visit NovaFireplaceAndStove.com, mention that Al Galdi sent you and receive $25 off any service Visit and join BGObsession.com and mention that Al Galdi sent you For advertising inquiries, email Sales@BlueWirePods.com  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Oct 21, 2025 • 51min

Episode 1,181: Jayden Daniels avoids serious injury but Dorance Armstrong has season-ending injury and more

Segment 1 - Show open and listener feedback Segment 2 - Washington Commanders: discussion of the state of the team's season off head coach Dan Quinn's day-after-the-game press conference off the 44-22 loss at the Dallas Cowboys, including whether the Commanders should be open to being a seller regarding the 2025 NFL Trade Deadline Segment 3 - Washington Commanders: reaction to quarterback Jayden Daniels' right-hamstring injury not being serious and to edge defender Dorance Armstrong being done for the season due to a knee injury Segment 4 - Washington Commanders: analysis of the reeling defense off head coach Dan Quinn's day-after-the-game press conference off the 44-22 loss at the Dallas Cowboys, including the extent to which the cornerbacks are struggling and potential change that could be happening Segment 5 - Washington Commanders: analysis of the offense off head coach Dan Quinn's day-after-the-game press conference off the 44-22 loss at the Dallas Cowboys, including how right guard Samuel Cosmi did in his 2025 season debut Go to OmahaSteaks.com to get 50 percent off site-wide during their Semi-Annual Sale. And use the promo code ALGALDI at checkout for an extra $35 off. Minimum purchase may apply. See site for details. A big thanks to our advertiser, Omaha Steaks! Visit Roda.com and use the promo code GALDI20 for 20 percent off any service Exclusive NordVPN deal at NordVPN.com/Galdi - try it risk free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee! The Nace Law Group, Accident & Injury Lawyers - visit WashingtonDCInjuryLawyers.com and make sure that you mention that Al Galdi sent you Follow @WSHOnTheDaily on Instagram and visit WSHOnTheDaily.com for great merch For advertising inquiries, email Sales@BlueWirePods.com  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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