The Line Change with Mike Callow

The Line Change with Mike Callow

Need a show to catch you up on today’s biggest sports stories in the DMV? Look no further than The Line Change with Mike Callow! Mike will take you through the day’s storylines AND get you set for each night’s action with every team in the DMV – plus pregame and postgame Caps chatter before each game and after each game day. Into gambling? Mike will also give you 5 picks every night heading into that night’s action. Mike was born and raised in the DMV and uses his unique perspective and extensive knowledge of the Commanders, Caps, Wizards, Nats and Orioles to bring you a viewpoint you can’t get anywhere else. The Line Change – on live every single day from 3p-5p on 630AM in DC, the ESPN 630 app, sportscapitoldc.com and wherever you get your podcasts following the show.

Episodes

March 10, 2026 67 mins

Mike starts the show talking NFL with the latest in free agency, plus how the last day has shaken out with what the Commanders could do to fill out their needs.

(33:38) Caps break: Caps win against the Flames, but the power play is a legitimate problem. 

(39:07) NFL @ 4: More on NFL free agency and reaction to Day 1.

(57:35) Loose ends to finish the show

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Mike starts the show talking NFL as free agency has opened and things are quiet on the Commanders front, but they've taken care of their own.

(33:05) Caps break: the Caps fell to Boston as their playoff hopes are dwindling, the Ovechkin retirement predictions continue.

(42:09) NFL @ 4: Mike spends most of this segment blasting Adam Peters for not signing a major free agent...until he does just that!

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Mike spends the first part of the show talking about John Carlson's trade to Anaheim. What it means for this era of the Caps, Carlson himself, plus thoughts on Ovechkin's future.

(42:03) NFL @ 4: Catching up on the Commanders signings today and the rest of the NFL

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Mike starts the show talking NFL as there was once again a major move today, plus some controversy with Maxx Crosby.

(22:21) The NHL trade deadline is looming and the Caps already made a splash…by selling a piece.

(37:51) Trae Young is having an eventful week, but he plays tonight!

(41:09) NFL @ 4: Another look at the last 2 days of trades, plus what Von Miller had to say about coming back for another year.

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Mike starts the show talking NFL as there was a major trade between the Rams and Chiefs - and why it may benefit the Commanders.

(19:26) Will Adam Peters finally make a blockbuster free agency move in his 3rd offseason at the helm?

(31:47) Caps break: About as disappointing of a loss for the Caps as they’ve had all season. Plus, they may be getting call about a franchise cornerstone.

(40:38) NFL @ 4: A surprise release, plus ...

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Mike starts the show talking Commanders as the runningback market has all of the sudden crystalized.

(20:56) A look at the QB carousel as we get close to free agency.

(33:41) Caps break: Washington gets Utah tonight, plus what *should* happen at the trade deadline.

(40:55) NFL @ 4: Breaking news of Kyler Murray being released, plus Louis Riddick on best vs need in the draft

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Mike starts the show talking Commanders and the release of Marshon Lattimore: revisiting the trade, the play and more. Plus, one more move that was made to finish out last week.

(19:50) The top of the draft is being shaken up and Washington should benefit as a result.

(34:30) Caps break: Washington has won 2 of 3 out of the break and it still feels like a huge uphill battle to snag a wild card spot.

(40:49) NFL @ 4: The offseason h...

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Mike starts the show talking Commanders and what position would make sense to take advantage of the talent pool, and it’s a tough call.

(19:44) The NFLPA survey isn’t allowed to be released but there are some results that came out, including in Washington.

(32:18) Caps break: Washington came out of the Olympic break with a W! Plus some chatter on Alex Ovechkin.

(40:24) NFL @ 4: Rest of the league news from the combine.

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Mike starts the show talking Commanders as they’re officially heading to London, and how the international games have expanded. Plus, the latest Mel Kiper Commanders draft selection.

(21:40) The NFL could be dealing with another referee lockout - they’re making some threats that could be real - or not.

(35:01) The Olympic men’s and women’s teams won gold, but a lapse in judgement has overshadowed things. Mik...

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Mike starts the show with Dan Quinn live from the NFL combine as Commanders leadership soke today.

(20:01) A look at Adam Peters presser and some of his offseason strategy revealed a bit.

(33:21) Reaction to both pressers and where the vibes lie for free agency and the draft for Washington.

(44:12) NFL @ 4: Round up of the rest of the NFL headlines with so much leadership speaking.

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Mike spends the first hour of the show talking about the men's victory over Team Canada: what it meant for the growth of hockey, where it ranks overall in big wins and more! Plus, the franchise tag is starting to be applied - Mike talks about the latest moves.

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Mike starts the show talking Commanders as PFT weighed in on the new coordinators, and it honestly doesn't make sense.

(18:11) A look at the Washington Post Sports section closing as Pable Torre has started talking about it.

(31:06)  A look at the NBA All-Star Weekend and All Star Games in general.

(41:54) NFL @ 4: The Season opener may slot in to a Wednesday, Mike thinks we could be heading to more days off football if the NF...

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Mike starts the show talking Commanders as he picked apart one of Daronte Jones quote from Tuesday, as he won't force a specific type of defense - yet at least. Why this is a good thing moving forward.

(19:50) John Riggins jersey went for well above asking price, and it did go to a lifelong fan.

(29:43)  There is still a criticism to the Wizards trade for AD - Mike explains why it's overblown.

(40:17) Is Lamar Jackson going to...

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Mike starts the show talking Commanders as they re-signed Tress Way.

(18:21) A look at some of the Olympics storylines, plus rooting interests in hockey.

(29:03)  A rare UMD basketball segment: Buzz Williams’ start is disastrous for the Terps.

(42:01) Mike jumps into Daronte Jones and what’s to come for this defense if yesterday tipped us off, but it will depend on new talent.

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Mike starts the show talking Commanders as it was a major presser today as Dan Quinn spoke with the media, along with David Blough and Daronte Jones being introduced as Offensive and defensive coordinators. Mike stars off with DQ.

(21:23) Mike reacts to DQ as he unpacks some of what he had to say about both coordinators and some changes.

(32:33)  A look at the valuations for the major 5 sports in North America.

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Mike starts the show talking Super Bowl LX - on the field! - with the Seahawks winning, not the Patriots losing, and it being a very predictable game from his end.

(21:49) Now the off the field chatter with the half time show and commercials

(35:59)  NFL Break: Some massive news from the Canadian Olympic team and Tom Wilson, Wizards chatter from the weekend and more.

(43:52) NFL @ 4: The Seahawks are champs but there are some ...

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Mike starts the show talking and remembering Sonny Jurgensen as he passed away today at age 91.

(13:37) Andy Pollin joins to remember #9 and how his legacy was built up.

(38:21) Caps break: The Caps entered the Olympic break with a huge W.

(44:28) NFL @ 4: More on Jurgensen, Bobby Wagner winning Walter Payton Man of the Year

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Mike starts the show talking a bit of Wizards but then into an overarching feeling that's not only happening in the DMV, but elsewhere: the death of sports for the everyday person.

(25:26) Tom Brady says he doesn't have a dog in the fight for the Super Bowl?!

(35:07) Caps break: One last game before the Olympics, and the Caps lineup is getting a boost.

(40:01) NFL @ 4: Super Bowl thoughts ahead of this weekend.

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Mike starts the show talking…WIZARDS?! Yes, the Wizards made the biggest move of the day acquiring Anthony Davis from the Mavs. Reaction to what they gave up and more.

(12:36) Bram Weinstein was joined by John Riggins this morning, Bram’s conversation followed up with Mike’s reaction.

(28:39) Caps break: A tough loss in Philly last night, plus they lose out on the Panarin sweepstakes.

(39:57) More reaction on the...

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Mike starts the show talking NFL as Roger Goodell had his state of the league address - it was good, bad and ugly.

(28:27) A look at a Commanders’ retail drop that may have some insight on an incoming refresh.

(37:27) Caps break: 3 in a row for the Caps, can they keep it going in Philly?

(41:15) NFL @ 4: Reaction to Robert Kraft not getting into the HOF, some other stories from Radio Row.

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