Tired of the same over-the-top, hot take style hosts in sports media? Andy Pollin keeps it old school on ESPN 630 – a true encyclopedia of all things DMV sports! With a lifetime of knowledge in the sports talk arena, Andy brings a unique and grounded perspective on the day’s top stories. While headlines are covered daily, Andy is known for his quick wit and uncanny ability to tell the stories the shaped the sports we love today. Andy is a DMV native and has seen it all from the burgundy and ...
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Andy starts with Dan Quinn's suggestions to Green Bay and Micah Parsons tomorrow night. (16:15) Jeff Saturday on what he saw from Micah Parsons' Packers debut. Also, why Joe Namath and Johnny Unitas are the two most important QBs of all time. (36:21) Turning to the Commanders offense, Terry McLaurin on the emergence of "Bill". To hear the whole sho…
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Andy opens with the Vikings comeback win in Chicago last night, and how JJ McCarthy and Caleb Williams stacked up. (21:30) Al Michaels takes a look at his assignment this Thursday, Commanders vs. Packers. (45:10) More on last night's action between the Bears and Vikings. (1:02:19) 60 years ago today, the greatest half inning ever pitched in basebal…
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Andy recaps the Commanders win over the Giants yesterday in Landover. (21:44) More on the Jalen Carter spitting incident and what discipline he may face. (34:31) Dan Quinn on the performances of the defense and new weapon Deebo Samuel. To hear the whole show, tune in live from 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM Monday-Friday. For more sports coverage, download the…
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Ravens Preview Week 1 vs Bills: Ravens Talk Podcast's Samuel Njoku joins
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22:08Andy is joined by Samuel Njoku of the Ravens Talk Podcast to preview the highly anticipated Week 1 game against the Buffalo Bills along discussing the emotional impact of returning to Buffalo after losing in heartbreaker in the playoffs last year. To hear the whole show, tune in live from 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM Monday-Friday. For more sports coverage, …
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Andy begins with the Eagles win over the Cowboys and Jalen Carter's pregame ejection. (18:04) How Commanders DC Joe Whitt Jr plans to how to turn the ball over more than they did in 2024. (36:25) More on the Commanders season opener this Sunday vs. the Giants. To hear the whole show, tune in live from 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM Monday-Friday. For more spor…
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Andy take a look at Eagles/Cowboys tonight, and Dan Quinn's first game week presser yesterday. (21:18) More on the Kawhi Leonard scandal. (37:48) Terry McLaurin, Austin Ekeler, and Von Miller's expectations for the team and Jayden Daniels this season. To hear the whole show, tune in live from 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM Monday-Friday. For more sports covera…
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Orioles Preview: Director of Alumni Relations & Team Historian Bill Stetka
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22:04Andy is joined by Orioles Director of Alumni Relations & Team Historian Bill Stetka to discuss the 30th Anniversary of Cal Ripken's 2131 game and upcoming celebration happening this weekend along with previewing the closing of the San Diego Padres Series To hear the whole show, tune in live from 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM Monday-Friday. For more sports cov…
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Andy starts with the latest Pablo Torre bomb on Kawhi Leonard and Steve Ballmer. Also, Von Miller on partnering up with Bobby Wagner. (18:11) The league bends its rules again for Tom Brady. (32:59) More on the Micah Parsons trade and a look around the league heading into Week 1. To hear the whole show, tune in live from 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM Monday-Fr…
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Andy begins with Bill Belichick and UNC's disastrous opener vs. TCU. (18:35) A little nostalgia looking back at the history of Sports Illustrated. (37:31) Giants coach Brian Daboll on the QB the Commanders will face this Sunday. (49:07) Why some are predicting a fall back to earth from the Commanders. To hear the whole show, tune in live from 9:00 …
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Ravens Preview Week 1: Locked on Ravens' Kevin Oestreicher joins
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24:06Andy is joined by Kevin Oestreicher of the Locked On Ravens podcast to discuss the Week 1 matchup against the Bills and what to expect from the deep roster for the season. To hear the whole show, tune in live from 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM Monday-Friday. For more sports coverage, download the ESPN630 AM app, visit https://www.sportscapitoldc.com.To join t…
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How Bout Them Cowboys?? Micah Parsons to Green Bay
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57:51To hear the whole show, tune in live from 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM Monday-Friday. For more sports coverage, download the ESPN630 AM app, visit https://www.sportscapitoldc.com. To join the conversation, check us out on twitter @ESPN630DC and @andypollin1 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By ESPN 630 DC | Cumulus Media Washington
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Andy breaks down the comments from Adam Peters and Terry McLaurin in Ashburn yesterday To hear the whole show, tune in live from 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM Monday-Friday. For more sports coverage, download the ESPN630 AM app, visit https://www.sportscapitoldc.com. To join the conversation, check us out on twitter @ESPN630DC and @andypollin1 See omnystudio.…
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Orioles Preview: VP of International Scouting Koby Perez joins
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21:36Andy is joined by VP of Internation scouting Koby Perez to discuss the international scouting process for the O's along with previewing the Boston Red Sox. To hear the whole show, tune in live from 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM Monday-Friday. For more sports coverage, download the ESPN630 AM app, visit https://www.sportscapitoldc.com.To join the conversation,…
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Andy starts with more on the Commanders/McLaurin reunion. (17:20) The legend of Babe Laufenberg Ben DeNucci's airport beers. (40:05) Some stories from around the NFL, including Trey Hendrickson's new deal and the usage of Travis Hunter in Jacksonville. To hear the whole show, tune in live from 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM Monday-Friday. For more sports cover…
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Andy takes a look at the Terry McLaurin extension and some of the details still yet to be announced. In the second half of the show, a preview of Week 1 in CFB, including #1 Texas taking on #3 Ohio State. To hear the whole show, tune in live from 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM Monday-Friday. For more sports coverage, download the ESPN630 AM app, visit https://…
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Andy starts with the decisions faced by Adam Peters and Dan Quinn as they trim the roster down to 53 in the coming days. (17:41) Some Lawrence Taylor stories from former Redskin Mark Schlereth. (41:13) Andy reviews The Hollywood Reporter's list of the top sports movies of all time. To hear the whole show, tune in live from 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM Monday…
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Andy starts with cut down day looming for the Commanders and their preseason finale tomorrow vs. Baltimore. (24:35) Some notes from around the NFL from insider Albert Breer. (36:55) Former WaPo columnist Jane Levy joins to discuss her book "Make Me Commissioner" on how to save baseball from the analytics movement. To hear the whole show, tune in li…
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Andy begins with the Commanders growing frustration with Terry McLaurin, and the status of Brian Robinson. (10:30) A look at the collapse of the Cowboys dynasty from the Netflix documentary. (29:58) How will the Commanders distribute touches between Ekeler, Rodriguez, and Bill? (50:34) The Colts give up on Anthony Richardson. To hear the whole show…
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Andy starts with the latest on Terry McLaurin following his removal from the PUP list. Will he be on the practice field in Ashburn this week? Plus, the official retirement of John Wall. (18:52) Is the new Cowboys Netflix documentary worth your time? (42:09) Rod Woodson with his outlook on the 2025 Ravens, and freshly minted HOFer Jared Allen joins …
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Andy Pollin takes a look at the Baltimore Orioles playing spoiler, completing their sweep of the Red Sox last night at Camden Yards. To hear the whole show, tune in live from 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM Monday-Friday. For more sports coverage, download the ESPN630 AM app, visit https://www.sportscapitoldc.com. To join the conversation, check us out on twitt…
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Andy recaps the Commanders loss to the Bengals and the impressive 4 plays by the Commanders starting offense. (17:42) A closer look at the verdict coming down on Michigan football and Jim Harbaugh. (39:04) More on last night's action, and the running back situation with Brian Robinson on the move. To hear the whole show, tune in live from 9:00 AM -…
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Andy opens with the news that Terry McLaurin being taken off the PUP list. Is he close to a new deal, or will he play without one? (20:07) Jeff Pearlman on his infamous John Rocker profile in Sports Illustrated. (36:59) More Commanders talk, as they prepare to take on the Bengals in tonight's dress rehearsal. To hear the whole show, tune in live fr…
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Andy begins with Kliff Kingsbury's comments on missing Terry McLaurin. Also, the Associated Press' list of 100 years of pre-season CFB All-Americans. (22:47) Former head of the NFLPA DeMaurice Smith speaks on the Jon Gruden vs. NFL case. (42:01) Johnny Manziel looks back on his NFL career and what he should have done differently. To hear the whole …
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Andy starts with the free food bonanza in Milwaukee. (17:47) Kurt Warner on why some QBs today could use a development path like his. (36:08) Former MLB umpire Joe West makes the case against robo umpires, and Frank Thomas on playing clean in the steroid era. To hear the whole show, tune in live from 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM Monday-Friday. For more sport…
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Orioles Preview: President of Business Ops Catie Griggs joins
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21:59Andy is joined by Orioles President of Business Operations Catie Griggs to discuss the upcoming promotional events happening at the Camden Yards along with a breakdown of the series with the Mariners. To hear the whole show, tune in live from 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM Monday-Friday. For more sports coverage, download the ESPN630 AM app, visit https://www.…
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Andy starts with Terry McLaurin and Adam Peters' sideline chat yesterday. Are they getting any closer? (17:38) Tom Brady and Greg Olsen address the elephant in the room. (37:07) Ndamukong Suh and Odell Beckham call it a career. To hear the whole show, tune in live from 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM Monday-Friday. For more sports coverage, download the ESPN630…
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Andy begins with the Commanders intrasquad scrimmage in Ashburn today, and Dan Quinn's 3 goals of preseason. (19:34) The Shedeur Sanders hype picks back up, and Chase Daniel breaks down the film of his debut. Plus, the ESPN/Redzone deal. (47:29) 47 years ago today, the worst injury in the history of the NFL. To hear the whole show, tune in live fro…
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Andy is back from vacation and starts with the Commanders ugly performance in the pre-season opener. (18:52) Brent Musberger is finally in the Pro Football Hall of Fame, and Mike Tomlin with some wisdom on preseason. (48:54) Drew Brees on QB heights, and how Doug Flutie paved the way. To hear the whole show, tune in live from 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM Mon…
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To hear the whole show, tune in live from 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM Monday-Friday. For more sports coverage, download the ESPN630 AM app, visit https://www.sportscapitoldc.com. To join the conversation, check us out on twitter @ESPN630DC and @andypollin1 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By ESPN 630 DC | Cumulus Media Washington
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To hear the whole show, tune in live from 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM Monday-Friday. For more sports coverage, download the ESPN630 AM app, visit https://www.sportscapitoldc.com. To join the conversation, check us out on twitter @ESPN630DC and @andypollin1 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By ESPN 630 DC | Cumulus Media Washington
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To hear the whole show, tune in live from 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM Monday-Friday. For more sports coverage, download the ESPN630 AM app, visit https://www.sportscapitoldc.com. To join the conversation, check us out on twitter @ESPN630DC and @andypollin1 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By ESPN 630 DC | Cumulus Media Washington
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Andy begins with Adam Schefter's belief that Terry McLaurin is seeking "considerably more" than DK Metcalf, and what that means for the Commanders. (16:57) Jerry Jones squeezing every bit of fun out of Micah Parsons' contract negotiations. (35:19) More on the McLaurin saga, and remembering the life of Ryne Sandberg. To hear the whole show, tune in …
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To hear the whole show, tune in live from 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM Monday-Friday. For more sports coverage, download the ESPN630 AM app, visit https://www.sportscapitoldc.com. To join the conversation, check us out on twitter @ESPN630DC and @andypollin1 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By ESPN 630 DC | Cumulus Media Washington
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Orioles Preview: Broadcaster Brett Hollander joins
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21:20Andy is joined by Orioles Broadcaster Brett Hollander to discuss the team's plans for the second half of the season post all-star break along with possible plans at the trade deadline. To hear the whole show, tune in live from 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM Monday-Friday. For more sports coverage, download the ESPN630 AM app, visit https://www.sportscapitoldc.…
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More Name Chaos + Training Camp Kicks Off
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1:03:07Andy starts with more discussion of the RFK/name change story, including comments from Josh Harris and Muriel Bowser. (16:08) Why Von Miller chose Washington, and Stephen A. Smith delivers an all time bad take. (37:21) More name discussion, and heads rolling at the NFLPA. To hear the whole show, tune in live from 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM Monday-Friday. F…
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Andy begins with Donald Trump's statements regarding the RFK deal and the team name. (17:16) Scott Hanson on the origins of NFL Redzone. (36:44) Scottie Scheffler does it again. Is he approaching Tiger status? To hear the whole show, tune in live from 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM Monday-Friday. For more sports coverage, download the ESPN630 AM app, visit htt…
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Andy begins with the Commanders signing of future HOF pass rusher Von Miller late last night. (16:58) Grading Shane Gillis at the ESPYs and Alex Ovechkin bringing home some hardware. (36:05) Zach Ertz joins Kay Adams to talk about what makes Dan Quinn special, and the McLaurin contract situation. (54:59) The PTI boys recap the tribute to Hank Aaron…
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Andy starts with a recap of last night's MLB All-Star Game. (19:25) More on the retirement of Art Monk's #81. (41:08) After Terry McLaurin's presser yesterday, is it time to start panicking? (59:10) Rumblings of a return to college football for Nick Saban. To hear the whole show, tune in live from 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM Monday-Friday. For more sports c…
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Andy starts with James Wood's performance in the Home Run Derby last night in Atlanta. (18:11) More discussion on Jayden Daniel's #5 ranking in ESPN's executive poll. (34:02) A review of the new Jim Abott documentary, and breaking news that Ark Monk's #81 will be retired this season. To hear the whole show, tune in live from 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM Mond…
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Andy begins with the Nationals suprising selection of 17 year old Eli Willitts #1 overall. (19:47) RGIII is back in the news for the wrong reason and is taken to task by Ryan Clark. (31:05) More reaction on Eli Willitts from around the league, and follow up on Pablo Torre's NFL collusion report. (52:33) 40 years ago today, the USFL dies a strange d…
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Playing hurt today, Andy starts with the bombshell report of collusion in the NFL. (15:33) Lee Elia has passed away, 42 years after he delivered one of the most famous rants in history. Plus, Matt Ryan on the biggest "what if" of his career and more. (43:28) The NCAA still holding out hope of the expansion of March Madness. To hear the whole show, …
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Andy starts with Mike Florio's theory on how the Commanders new uniforms could lead to the return of the old name. Plus, more from Mike Rizzo on his relationship with Mark Lerner. () Joe Theismann on the Kay Adams Show on Terry McLaurin and more. () KC radio host says Patrick Mahomes is fat? () Sally Jenkins has some choice words for the McEnroe br…
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Orioles Preview: Pitcher Trevor Rogers Joins
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21:07Andy is joined by pitcher Trevor Rogers to discuss is great year so far since being called up from the minors along with talking about Ryan O'Hearn All-Star Selection. To hear the whole show, tune in live from 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM Monday-Friday. For more sports coverage, download the ESPN630 AM app, visit https://www.sportscapitoldc.com.To join the c…
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Andy remembers the life and legacy of local legend Tim Strachan. (19:20) The Nationals have rolled out their new interim management, Mike DeBartolo and Miguel Cairo. (35:52) The Commanders finally give the people what they want. Plus, Netflix has dropped S2 of "Quarterback" and Kirk Cousins makes some interesting comments about Michael Penix Jr. To…
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Will Anything Change with the Lerners?
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1:08:21Andy begins with further conversation on Mike Rizzo and Davey Martinez's departures from the Nationals. (17:02) 10 years ago today, the Redskins lost their trademark. Is there any hope it might return? (36:27) More on the firing of Mike Rizzo from Ken Rosenthal. (55:43) 15 years ago today, LeBron James' "the decision". To hear the whole show, tune …
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Andy is back from vacation just in time to discuss the Nationals' dismissal of GM Mike Rizzo and manager Davey Martinez just a week before the MLB draft. () Andy catches up on some stories from his week off, including the Malik Beasley allegations. () More on the Nationals shakeup and why this might pave the way for the sale of the team. To hear th…
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Andy starts with the Wizards wrapping up Day 2 of the NBA Draft, and the DC Council holding up RFK progress. () Some very interesting QB stories from Seth Wickersham's new book "American Kings". () A look around Major League Baseball from Jeff Passan, and Dusty Baker's music career. To hear the whole show, tune in live from 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM Monda…
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Andy starts with the NBA Draft and the Wizards selection of Tre Johnson at #6. (16:30) The DC Council isn't moving fast enough for the Commanders liking. (39:33) More on the NBA Draft, and what the Mavericks should be expecting with Cooper Flagg. To hear the whole show, tune in live from 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM Monday-Friday. For more sports coverage, d…
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Orioles Preview: VP of Scouting Matt Blood joins
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22:41Andy is joined by Vice President, Player Development and Domestic Scouting Matt Blood to discuss the strategy for the upcoming MLB Draft in July for the Orioles, along with talking about the recent big win against the Rangers and previewing the rest of the series. To hear the whole show, tune in live from 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM Monday-Friday. For more …
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Andy begins with the NBA Draft tonight and possibilities for the Wizards at picks #6 and #18. (17:36) Aaron Rodgers' last dance. (38:46) Steve Spurrier with a jab at Texas and Arch Manning, and more. To hear the whole show, tune in live from 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM Monday-Friday. For more sports coverage, download the ESPN630 AM app, visit https://www.s…
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