Chris Thomas Tonight

Caleb Johnson joins Chris Thomas to discuss the Atlanta Hawks' front office stability following the extension of executive Onsi Saleh. They explore potential roster changes involving Nickeil Alexander-Walker and Onyeka Okongwu, while also evaluating the team's developmental philosophy compared to the San Antonio Spurs. 01:00 - Braves vs Reds Update 02:01 - Onsi Saleh Hawks Extension 05:12 - Quin S...

Connor Riley joins Chris to discuss the tension from the SEC meetings in Destin regarding scheduling and the College Football Playoff format. He analyzes the current state of NIL budgets and Arkansas AD Hunter Yurachek's public frustration with SEC scheduling. The conversation concludes with an analysis of the Georgia Bulldogs roster, specifically focusing on the quarterback room and the developme...

Chris reviews the Atlanta Braves' recent success, including Ronald Acuña Jr.'s grand slam and Chris Sale's dominant season. He then analyzes an ESPN trade proposal suggesting the Atlanta Falcons acquire wide receiver Keon Coleman for a draft pick. They weigh Coleman's physical talent against reported character concerns and whether the team's leadership can help him succeed. 01:01 - Atlanta Weather...

The full 5-28-26 Chris Thomas Tonight

Chris breaks down the Atlanta Braves' recent struggles and a dramatic grand slam by Ronald Acuña Jr. He leads a discussion on whether the Falcons possess the best roster in the NFC South, featuring an interview with ESPN's Marc Raimondi. They explore the quarterback competition between Tua Tagovailoa and Michael Penix Jr. along with Matt Ryan's active role at practice. 01:55 - Braves Series Recap...

Chris and Orin analyze Michael Penix Jr.'s footwork and the Falcons' standing in early mock drafts. Lindsey Rhodes joins to discuss the shift toward 'apex defenders' and how analytics are reshaping NFL scouting. They also cover Mitchell Robinson's injury and Mike Vrabel's first media appearance since the draft. 01:50 - Falcons Draft Odds Discussion 05:40 - Falcons True Or False 08:45 - Penix Jr Me...

Chris analyzes the Atlanta Braves' recent success, specifically Ronald Acuña Jr.'s drought-breaking grand slam against the Red Sox, and Mike Griffith discusses the shifting landscape of college football following the SEC spring meetings. 04:00 - Grant McAuley Interview 07:29 - Braves Roster Depth 11:03 - Bullpen Efficiency Analysis 15:12 - Division Race Outlook 20:38 - Mike Griffith Interview 29:5...

Chris and Orin analyze the offensive rosters across the NFC South, ranking units from the offensive line to the quarterback room. They compare the Atlanta Falcons' collective depth against the star power of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers while discussing how various roster changes could impact the divisional race. 01:00 - College Football Roundup 02:18 - Offensive Line Rankings 05:01 - Skill Position Ev...

Chris and Joe DeLeone examine the SEC’s leverage in the expanding college football playoff landscape and Greg Sankey's recent commentary. They also dive into Kalen DeBoer’s transition at Alabama and the potential for Notre Dame to make a national championship run with its balanced roster. 01:00 - SEC vs Big Ten Power 04:50 - Coaching Carousel Rumors 07:48 - Kalen DeBoer at Alabama 10:49 - Notre Da...

Chris Thomas and Grant McAuley break down the Braves' win over the Red Sox, focusing on Ronald Acuña Jr.'s grand slam and Chris Sale's dominant performance. They evaluate the roster's depth and the bullpen's continued dominance in late-game situations. 01:00 - Braves Beat Red Sox 03:24 - Grant McCauley Joins Show 06:01 - Team Depth and Injuries 11:28 - Bullpen Dominance Discussed 15:47 - NL East S...

Chris Thomas and Lindsay Rhodes of Sumer Sports evaluate shifting paradigms of NFL defense, including the potential of rookie Fernando Mendoza and the aging curve of Aaron Rodgers. They examine how advanced analytics from Sumer Sports provide new insights into player evaluation and defensive strategy. 01:32 - Mendoza's NFL Potential 05:16 - Rodgers' Performance Decline 08:25 - Slot Defender Evolut...

ESPN's Marc Raimondi joins Chris to share insights from his visit to Falcons practice. They discuss the progress of Michael Penix Jr. and the competition at quarterback while evaluating the offensive line's development under Bill Callahan. Raimondi also highlights the surprising sight of Matt Ryan actively participating in drills and mentoring the young roster. 01:13 - Falcons Quarterback Competit...

Chris opens up the show with a look at the rosters and potential starters for all of the NFC South teams and discusses if he thinks the Falcons are the most talented team in the NFC South right now.

The full 5-27-26 Chris Thomas Tonight

Chris evaluates if the current Braves roster is strong enough to win a World Series title without major trade deadline additions. They analyze potential upgrades in the rotation and outfield, specifically weighing the injury risks of stars like Byron Buxton. The discussion also covers depth concerns at catcher and shortstop as the season hits the one-third mark. 02:14 - Hawks Leadership Updates 06...

Chris explores the Braves' roster needs for 2026 and highlights the necessary evolution of Spencer Strider on the mound. Maggie Gray joins to discuss the closing Super Bowl windows for the Bills and Ravens and the quarterback dynamic in Atlanta. The segment also features a look at the SEC meetings in Destin with insights from Kirby Smart. 01:50 - Braves Roster Evaluation 05:05 - Walt Weiss Analysi...

Chris Thomas welcomes DeSean Tate to discuss the Atlanta Hawks' front office restructuring and potential targets for the upcoming NBA Draft. They also review the latest news from Falcons OTAs, featuring insights from Kevin Stefanski on Michael Penix Jr.'s recovery and the team's quarterback situation. Bill Bender then joins to break down the contentious SEC meetings in Destin and the future of NIL...

Chris and Orin hand out letter grades for each of the Braves position groups.

Chris Thomas and Orin analyze the Braves' recent pitching woes and the potential need for roster additions before the trade deadline. They also discuss Michael Penix Jr.'s injury recovery and his competition with a veteran quarterback during Falcons OTAs. Finally, they cover legal updates regarding James Pierce Jr. and Matt Ryan's influence within the front office. 01:02 - Braves Pitching Struggle...

Chris and Deshaun Tate evaluate Onsi Saleh's promotion to President of Basketball Operations and the future of the Hawks' coaching staff. They also evaluate potential NBA Draft targets and debate trade possibilities involving Jaylen Brown and Kyrie Irving. 01:00 - Bryce Elder Braves Update 01:56 - Onsi Saleh Extension Discussion 05:22 - NBA Draft Prospect Evaluations 10:42 - Jaylen Brown Trade Rum...

Maggie Gray joins Chris to debate whether the Buffalo Bills or Baltimore Ravens face more pressure to win a Super Bowl in the 2026 season. They also discuss the trend of athletic NFL coaches, the quarterback competition in Atlanta between Tua Tagovailoa and Michael Penix Jr., and the ongoing struggles of the New York Mets. 01:00 - Bills and Ravens Pressure 04:47 - NFC North Division Outlook 07:09...

Chris highlights the front office stability for the Atlanta Hawks before diving into a deep analysis of the Atlanta Braves roster. They debate whether the current Braves lineup can win a championship as currently constructed or if additions like Byron Buxton are necessary for a title run. 01:00 - Hawks Management Updates 06:02 - Braves Roster Evaluation 10:40 - Potential Trade Moves

The full episode of "Chris Thomas Tonight" from Tuesday, 5/26/26.

In the opening hour of the "Chris Thomas Tonight Show", Chris "Turtle" Thomas kicks off the show with an update on the James Pearce Jr. case and what it could mean for his upcoming season. Then, we turn to the listeners to discuss if the Hawks' should stick with their current group and build through the draft or make a big move to acquire a star like Jaylen Brown. We end the hour with a visit fom...

In the second hour of the "Chris Thomas Tonight Show", Turtle takes more calls from the listeners on the Hawks, before being joined by Chad Bishop to talk Braves! We end the hour playing a game of "Do you know that AMA winner?" to see if Chris is still in the loop on today's music scene.