Burgundy & Gold Today

Joe House of The Ringer joins Ben Standig to preview Game 3 of the NBA Finals, reveal what he believes the Washington Wizards will do with the first overall pick, and share his take on the latest twists in the ongoing Brandon Aiyuk saga.

Sam Cosmi joins Ben Standig to provide an update on his knee, discuss his early impressions of David Blough, explain the transition to a more under-center, huddle-based offense, and share what has stood out about Jayden Daniels's approach to the offseason.

Ben Standig begins Burgundy & Gold Today by reacting to a new Instagram video from Brandon Aiyuk in which the receiver declared, “Stop running from the belt. The belt coming,” and discusses what the latest message could mean as the Aiyuk saga continues.

1:12 - Burgundy and Gold Hour 1 - Best Time Zone for Sports, Aiyuk Rumors Here to Stay + Jenks Joins the Show 43:54 - Burgundy and Gold Hour 2 - Chris Miles Previews NBA Finals Game 2, Face of the NBA + Bears Moving to Indiana 1:26:08 - Burgundy and Gold Hour 3 - Logan Paulsen Talks Commanders Offense + Is Game 2 A Must-Win for Spurs?

Hour 1 1:12 - What is the Best Time Zone to Watch Sports In? 10:34 - Michael Jenkins on the Commanders’ WR Room, Offensive Ceiling & Chig Okonkwo 24:25 - Nick Ashooh: The Aiyuk Rumors Aren’t Going Away 34:59 - Why Are Things Quiet Around the NBA Draft?

Hour 2 1:12 - Chris Miles on the NBA Finals & Wizards Draft Plans 18:18 - Is Wemby the Face of the NBA? 31:28 - Bears Moving To Indiana? Feels Weirder Than Commanders in MD

Hour 3 1:12 - Logan Paulsen Explains How the Commanders Offense Could Evolve in 2026 16:06 - What Could David Blough’s Offense Look Like? 30:05 - Is Game 2 A Must-Win for the Spurs?

Logan Paulsen of the Take Command Podcast joins Nick Ashooh to discuss increased under-center work for Jayden Daniels, Washington's outside-zone run scheme, how the team's new coordinators are teaching and implementing their systems, why he's optimistic about Mikey Sainristil bouncing back, and how he sees the NFC shaping up this season.

Nick Ashooh and Anthony debate whether Victor Wembanyama is now the face of the NBA, discussing the impact, marketability, and on-court dominance required to earn that distinction while examining other stars who could also lay claim to the throne.

Chris Miles joins Nick Ashooh to preview Game 2 of the NBA Finals before shifting gears to the NBA Draft and discussing what the Washington Wizards should do with the No. 1 overall pick.

Even with an arrest warrant making headlines around Brandon Aiyuk, Nick Ashooh believes the receiver will continue to be connected to the Washington Commanders until a resolution is reached. He also explains why Stefon Diggs remains another veteran receiver whose name won't stop surfacing in Washington rumors.

Michael Jenkins of the Get Loud Podcast joins Nick Ashooh to discuss the outlook for the Washington Commanders offense, share his confidence in the wide receiver room, and explain the impact he expects Chigoziem Okonkwo to have this season.

1:12 - Burgundy and Gold Hour 1 - Knicks Steal Game 1, Boozer Over Dybantsa? + Calls 44:53 - Burgundy and Gold Hour 2 - Commanders Rank 21st in NFL Power Index, Top 10 Athletes in LA + Calls 1:29:12 - Burgundy and Gold Hour 3 - Mike Jones Talks Russell Wilson’s Retirement + Stanley Cup Final Game 2 Preview

Hour 1 1:12 - Brunson Takes Over! Doc Wants More Dylan Harper After Knicks Win Game 1 23:02 - Calls on NBA Finals Game 1 33:46 - Would You Really Pass on AJ Dybantsa? Doc & Anthony React

Hour 2 1:12 - Seth Walder Explains Why Washington Ranks 21st in NFL Power Index 15:00 - Calls on NFL Power Index Rankings + NBA Finals 27:12 - Doc Walker’s Top 10 Athletes in LA

Hour 3 1:12 - Mike Jones Breaks Down Russell Wilson’s Retirement, Myles Garrett Trade & Brandon Aiyuk Drama 18:24 - Doc is Excited for Game 2 of the Stanley Cup Final 31:57 - Did Caleb Williams Deserve to Grace Madden 27 Cover?

Mike Jones of The Athletic joins Doc Walker to discuss Russell Wilson retiring after 14 seasons, the impact of Myles Garrett being traded to the Los Angeles Rams, and whether the Washington Commanders should still pursue Brandon Aiyuk amid his latest off-field issues.

After Seth Walder told BMitch and Finlay why the Washington Commanders were slotted 21st in the NFL Power Index and could struggle to make the playoffs, Doc Walker and Anthony react to the ranking and discuss whether Washington is being overlooked heading into the season.

After Nathan Grubel said he would take Cameron Boozer ahead of AJ Dybantsa, Doc Walker and Anthony debate the merits of each prospect, with Doc still looking to leverage the No. 1 overall pick while Anthony says the Washington Wizards should stay put and draft Dybantsa.

Doc Walker and Anthony react to the New York Knicks stealing Game 1 of the NBA Finals behind a spectacular fourth quarter from Jalen Brunson, discuss Doc’s surprise with Karl-Anthony Towns, and explain why he believes Dylan Harper should see more minutes as the series continues.

1:12 - Burgundy and Gold Hour 1 - Stanley Cups Finals Recap, Spurs-Knicks Game 1 Preview + Calls 42:40 - Burgundy and Gold Hour 2 - John Booty Talks Philly Trading AJ Brown, Louis Riddick Says JD5 Will Silence Doubters + Calls 1:24:31 - Burgundy and Gold Hour 3 - Arrest Warrant Issued for Brandon Aiyuk, NBA Finals Game 1 Predictions + Calls

Hour 1 1:12 - Stanley Cup Finals Game 1 Recap w/ Chris Russell 15:27 - Doc Hopes Clyde Frazier's Suit Isn't Crazy Tonight 19:45 - WFAN’s Tommy Lugauer Predicts a Knicks Championship in Five Games 33:33 - Calls on the NBA Finals Game 1 / Series Predictions

Hour 2 1:12 - Former Eagle John Booty Says Philadelphia Is Better Off Without AJ Brown 14:26 - What Would a Bounce-Back Season for Jayden Daniels Look Like? 28:40 - Calls: What Would a Bounce-Back Season for Jayden Daniels Look Like?

Hour 3 1:12 - Calls: What Would a Bounce-Back Season for Jayden Daniels Look Like? 17:05 - Brandon Aiyuk Keeps Making Headlines — Would Doc Still Want Him in Washington? 28:29 - NBA Finals Game 1 Predictions

Following the latest news involving Brandon Aiyuk, Doc Walker and Anthony debate whether the Washington Commanders should still pursue the talented receiver if he becomes available, agreeing they would consider it before the season but not if a move came after the preseason.