Hail To The District Podcast

With the 2020 NFL season kicking off in a matter of days, HTTD's Rajan Nanavati and Patrick Rice provide their comprehensive season preview(s) for the Washington Football Team. That includes a "deep dive" into the some of the biggest positions of question on the 53-man roster (2:20), their thoughts on the development of Dwayne Haskins in Year 2 of his NFL career (40:34), and the difference that Ro...

On the heels of the breaking news related to the Washington Nationals, HTTD's Patrick Rice took some time this long weekend to record another edition of his Zimm's Corner podcast series, and discuss the contract extension given to General Manager Mike Rizzo.

In another edition of the "Zimm's Corner" Podcast covering the Washington Nationals, HTTD's Patrick Rice recaps the moves -- or lack thereof -- made by the Nationals at the 2020 MLB Trade Deadline. He also discusses why Mike Rizzo decided to not make any trades despite being interested in a few players (1:19), Trea Turner and Juan Soto being two of the lone bright spots in a miserable season (7:37...

In his weekly recap of the 2020 Washington Nationals, HTTD's Patrick Rice brings back the memories of "Zimm's Corner" when discussing the rocky start for the defending World Series Champions. In particular, he reviews the Nats' impotence on offense AND defense (1:59), Tanner Rainey making his case for the full-time closer role (6:40), the struggles in the back of the bullpen (10:37), and the lack...

As the 2020 Major League Baseball season finally gets underway, HTTD's Patrick Rice takes an early look at some of the key plot lines and questions surrounding the Washington Nationals' defense of their World Series championship. That includes wondering why the Nationals have yet to extend the contract of General Manager Mike Rizzo (2:04), the replacement plan for Anthony Rendon and Ryan Zimmerman...

HTTD's Rajan Nanavati and Patrick Rice resume their conversation around Washington's NFL team, in light of the story in the Washington Post highlighting the rampant sexual abuse and misconduct in the organization. They discuss the horrific working situations there being a direct reflection of Dan Snyder's ownership (3:55), the reprehensible role of many in Washington sports media when teasing this...

HTTD's Rajan Nanavati and Patrick Rice, both lifelong fans of the team formerly known as the Washington Redskins, provide their thoughts about the news that the team will officially change its name. Their discussion includes coming to terms with the team finally changing (1:48), assessing their favorites among the "final four" potential new team names -- and the team name not being discussed which...

With the sports world (still) on hold, HTTD's Rajan Nanavati connects with good friends Neel (a life-long fan of the Chicago Bulls) and John to give their overdue thoughts on ESPN's "The Last Dance" documentary about Michael Jordan and the Chicago Bulls of the 1980's and 1990's. They discuss Jordan's dominance, pathological competitiveness, and singular devotion to basketball cementing his legacy...

HTTD's Rajan Nanavati and Patrick Rice reconvene to review the Washington Redskins' 2020 schedule, and provide their week-by-week predictions for all 16 games. They discuss their knee-jerk final win-loss predictions (0:54), the first four games of the year and which game they both agree the Redskins will win (5:46), the second four games which includes one against potentially the best team in the...

HTTD's Rajan Nanavati and Patrick Rice look ahead to the 2020 NFL Draft, and take a "deep dive" into potential moves the Washington Redskins could or should make. They discuss: the #2 pick looking all but wrapped up for the Redskins (1:04), who does Chase Young best compare to in the NFL (22:38), five legitimate options at wide receiver for the Redskins in the Draft (35:57), five legitimate option...

Stuck in quarantine due to the COVID-19 crisis, HTTD's Rajan Nanavati and Patrick Rice join up again to review the moves made by the Washington Redskins in the first week of NFL Free Agency 2020. They discuss the modus operandi for how Ron Rivera wants to build the Redskins (3:58), Washington's "headline signing" of the week (32:42), the biggest need areas still remaining for the team (52:14), and...

HTTD's Rajan Nanavati is rejoined by good friends John and Neel to talk about some of the most intriguing stories for the 2nd half of the 2019-2020 NBA season. They discuss: if anyone in the Eastern Conference stop the Milwaukee Bucks (1:38), which of the two teams in Los Angeles will be the one left standing in the end (25:41), whether the Washington Wizards or Chicago Bulls can slip into the pla...

HTTD's Rajan Nanavati reviews some of the recent stories emerging about Ohio State defensive end Chase Young, and provides his thoughts on whether he still remains the best selection for the Washington Redskins with the #2 overall pick in the 2020 NFL Draft.

HTTD's Rajan Nanavati discusses Scott Turner officially becoming the new offensive coordinator of the Washington Redskins. Specifically, he talks about why Kevin O'Connell moved on from the Redskins (1:04), Turner's NFL career "resume" to date (7:06), and how the Turner's (Scott and Norv) work with Cam Newton and the Carolina Panthers' offense (9:47).

HTTD's Patrick Rice recaps the flurry of moves made over the past week by Washington Nationals' General Manager Mike Rizzo. He discusses the return of Daniel Hudson and Asdrúbal Cabrera, the additions of Eric Thames and Starlin Castro, and if the Nats are still in the Josh Donaldson chase.

HTTD's Rajan Nanavati discusses the Washington Redskins hiring Jack Del Rio as their new defensive coordinator, alongside new head coach Ron Rivera. Discussion topics include Del Rio's resume and successes in his past stops (2:13), how the Redskins' current personnel on defense fits in a 4-3 scheme (5:25), and if the hiring of Del Rio and Rivera tipping off whom the Redskins could (or will) take w...

HTTD's Rajan Nanavati and Patrick Rice revel in Bruce Allen being fired by the Washington Redskins, and discuss all the changes that have and will take place, starting with (presumed) new head coach Ron Rivera. That conversation includes the role of the "FireBruceAllen" social media movement (5:08), the emphasis on culture with the hiring of Ron Rivera (21:35), the dynamics of retaining Kevin O'Co...

HTTD's Patrick Rice hops on to record an 'emergency' podcast, discussing the Washington Nationals re-signing World Series MVP pitcher Stephen Strasburg. He also discusses the finer points of Strasburg's contract, the inevitability of Strasburg coming back "home" to DC, how the deal is in line with General Manager Mike Rizzo's modus operandi, what the deal means for Rizzo's own future in DC, and if...

HTTD's Rajan Nanavati and Patrick Rice reconvened to discuss the Washington Post story in which Trent Williams publicly shreds DC sports' persona non grata, Bruce Allen. The conversation includes a deep-dive into the story on Trent Williams by Les Carpenter (0:33), what a Redskins Front Office could look like without Bruce Allen (22:53), a further look at what the Redskins could or should do with...

HTTD's Rajan Nanavati provides his five major takeaways from the Washington Redskins win over the Carolina Panthers, which include: the standout performances from select defensive players (0:36), Derrius Guice fulfilling the promise from when the Redskins drafted him (4:18), Dwayne Haskins' best day as a member of the Redskins (6:55), how the Redskins' win affects their 2020 NFL Draft positioning...

HTTD's Rajan Nanavati and Patrick Rice discuss the Washington Redskins' win over the Detroit Lions last Sunday, and take a "deep dive" into the progress and potential of quarterback Dwayne Haskins, based on what we've seen to date. Discussion topics include: the good things and the not-very-good things pertaining to Haskins (2:25), one of Haskins' biggest flaws (13:28), a quick look ahead to the R...

HTTD's Rajan Nanavati is joined by Brandon Anderson, a top NBA writer for Medium.com, to discuss the most interesting teams in the NBA for the 2019-2020 season, including the Golden State Warriors (2:03), Dallas Mavericks (10:01), Utah Jazz (14:41), Milwaukee Bucks (22:56), and Chicago Bulls (33:55). After that, they provide an in-depth look at the Minnesota Vikings, whom the Washington Redskins p...

HTTD's Rajan Nanavati plus good friends John and Neel wrap up Part 2 of their 2019-2020 NBA Preview by examining the NBA's Eastern Conference. They talk about the Brooklyn Nets potentially missing the playoffs (1:58), if Markelle Fultz can resurrect his career in Orlando (16:52), the Indiana Pacers being a team primed to make an important trade (28:36), how much better will the Celtics will be wit...

HTTD's Rajan Nanavati catches up with good friends Neel and John in the first of their two-part 2019-2020 NBA season preview. In Part 1, they preview the Western Conference, with discussion topics that include whether New Orleans is the most watchable team in the West (6:27), a potential new "dynamic duo" of teammates (13:54), how the Lakers could finish outside the top 4 in the West (26:05), the...

HTTD's Rajan Nanavati and Patrick Rice react to the Washington Redskins firing Jay Gruden, his legacy in DC, and the reasons why he failed as a head coach. And, of course, they discuss Bruce Allen's inconceivable arrogance and ignorance in the post-firing Press Conference.