Welcome to the 2026 NFL Draft class edition of "Raise Hail with the Rookies!" Host Bryan Colbert Jr. starts off the series with seventh-round pick Athan Kaliakmanis, who talks about fulfilling his dreams of making it to the NFL, his support system and competing for a spot on the roster. The former Minnesota Golden Gopher and Rutgers Scarlet Knight also speaks on why the Commanders are the perfect fit for him and getting to play alongside Jayden Daniels.

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Welcome to the 2026 NFL Draft class edition of "Raise Hail with the Rookies!" Host Bryan Colbert Jr. starts off the series with seventh-round pick Athan Kaliakmanis, who talks about fulfilling his dreams of making it to the NFL, his support system and competing for a spot on the roster. The former Minnesota Golden Gopher and Rutgers Scarlet Knight also speaks on why the Commanders are the perfect fit for him and getting to play alongside Jayden Daniels.See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Every episode, Bryan Colbert Jr. talks with current Commander stars and Legends from Washington's past.

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"I Wanted To Be Here" | Commanders' 7th-Round Pick Athan Kaliakmanis | Raise Hail With The Rookies

Next Man Up is back for week 3! Washington Commanders safety Quan Martin joins the show to talk about his continued growth, the effects of Jayden Daniel's injury, rallying around Marcus Mariota and preparing for the Seattle Seahawks. Then, former Washington WR Anthony Armstrong joins the show to reflect on his unique journey to the NFL, his time in Washington and the experiences that shaped his football career. Two different journeys. Two generations of Washington football.

Next Man Up is back for week 3! Washington Commanders safety Quan Martin joins the show to talk about his continued growth, the effects of Jayden Daniel's injury, rallying around Marcus Mariota and preparing for the Seattle Seahawks. Then, former Washington WR Anthony Armstrong joins the show to reflect on his unique journey to the NFL, his time in Washington and the experiences that shaped his football career. Two different journeys. Two generations of Washington football.

Quan Martin Talks Growth, Marcus Mariota & the Seahawks + Anthony Armstrong’s NFL Journey | Next Man Up | Washington Commanders | NFL

Next Man Up is back with Episode 3!

Washington Commanders safety Nick Cross joins the show to talk about getting the chance to play for his favorite team, his mindset on the field, Week 2 against the Cowboys and what it means to represent the DMV.

Then, former Washington CB and Prince George’s County native Josh Wilson joins the show to reflect on his NFL journey, being Nick Cross' former coach, his love for the DMV and the pride he still has for the community that helped shape him.

From competing at the highest level to representing home, Nick Cross and Josh Wilson bring plenty of PG County pride to this episode of Next Man Up.

Next Man Up is back with Episode 3!
Washington Commanders safety Nick Cross joins the show to talk about getting the chance to play for his favorite team, his mindset on the field, Week 2 against the Cowboys and what it means to represent the DMV.
Then, former Washington CB and Prince George&rsquo;s County native Josh Wilson joins the show to reflect on his NFL journey, being Nick Cross' former coach, his love for the DMV and the pride he still has for the community that helped shape him.
From competing at the highest level to representing home, Nick Cross and Josh Wilson bring plenty of PG County pride to this episode of Next Man Up.

“You Gotta Be Ready to Compete” — Nick Cross + Josh Wilson’s PG County Pride | Next Man Up | Washington Commanders | NFL

Next Man Up is back with Episode 2 of Season 4!

Washington Commanders WR Jaylin Lane joins Bryan Colbert Jr. to talk about his mindset entering the season, why he's “ready to prove everyone wrong” against the Philadelphia Ealges and what he's looking to accomplish in Washington.

Then, former Washington WR and D.C. native Josh Morgan joins the show to reflect on his football journey from the DMV to the NFL, the struggles of playing for his hometown team, and what representing Washington means to him.

Two generations of Washington wide receivers. Two different journeys to the NFL.

Next Man Up is back with Episode 2 of Season 4!
Washington Commanders WR Jaylin Lane joins Bryan Colbert Jr. to talk about his mindset entering the season, why he's &ldquo;ready to prove everyone wrong&rdquo; against the Philadelphia Ealges and what he's looking to accomplish in Washington.
Then, former Washington WR and D.C. native Josh Morgan joins the show to reflect on his football journey from the DMV to the NFL, the struggles of playing for his hometown team, and what representing Washington means to him.
Two generations of Washington wide receivers. Two different journeys to the NFL.

"I Wanted To Be Here" | Commanders' 7th-Round Pick Athan Kaliakmanis | Raise Hail With The Rookies

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