Chris Russell opens the show tearing into the New York Giants’ Monday Night Football collapse against the Patriots, highlighting misfires, missed assignments, and a lack of competitiveness, including Abdul Carter being benched for the first quarter and Jaxson Dart taking unnecessary punishment. The Rooster plays audio from Carter responding to reporters and gives his unfiltered take on accountability, coaching, and preparation, before shifting focus to Washington. Chris reacts to a caller concerned about Jayden Daniels’ press box appearance, sideline demeanor, and lack of Commanders gear, providing context and separating optics from reality. The discussion then turns to Dan Quinn’s defensive play-calling, weighing whether he should continue next season or hire a new defensive coordinator, with listeners offering their perspectives. Chris breaks down potential DC candidates and their long-term impact on the team, reacts to the Hard Knocks trailer highlighting coaching changes, and analyzes the Commanders’ defensive improvements, noting which gains are genuine versus situational due to weaker opponents.