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

July 9, 2025 54 mins

Mike reacts to the Super Bowl era uniforms that the Commanders dropped today, and why you shouldn't take the simple things for granted with this team.

(14:57) More reaction to the new look, and how this was a great correction to the botched rebrand.

(25:41) A break from the Commanders as we continue with the Nats' fallout and the latest from Mike Rizzo.

(34:08) Revisiting the Commanders and what one former teammate had to say about...

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Mike starts the show talking Nats as there is still a ripple effect of Mike Rizzo and Davey Martinez' firing.

(8:32) The DC Defenders are Champions: Andre Mintz joins the show in studio to tell us about the Championship run this season! 

(24:24) Are the Nats in 4th in terms of hopefulness of the major 4 in DC? Mike discusses.

(38:58) The latest on RFK, Terry McLaurin's possible trade destinations.

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A massive day for the Nationals as Mike Rizzo and Davey Martinez were fired last night, putting the franchise in a new era. Mike's thoughts on Rizzo and Davey individually, followed up by ownership thoughts. Plus: Is there any faith that the Lerner's will get the next move right? A massive discussion!

(1:05:40) Mike takes a break from the Nats as there was a bit of Commanders news over the break and jumps into that.

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Mike starts the show talking RFK as once again the Commanders are applying pressure to the DC City Council to push things through.

(19:11) Adam Schefter weighed in on Terry McLaurin, is the level of concern growing? Plus, what could be on the table from 17’s camp.

(32:05) NHL and NBA free agent frenzy update.

(42:09) Yesterday was a tale of 2 franchises with the Steelers and Dolphins. Plus, what would a Washington move for TJ...

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Mike starts the show talking Nationals as they announced a jersey sponsor today and it's now pay up or shut up time for ownership.

(12:33) Some breaking news as there's an official timeline for RFK if there's no vote in a couple weeks.

(25:47) The NHL draft happened over the weekend and the Caps were wheeling and dealing a bit ahead of free agency tomorrow.

(33:29) The Steelers and Dolphins had a major trade today, Pittsburgh is re...

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Mike starts the show talking Commanders and the NFC East as their was a round up on ESPN earlier today: What does this year mean for each QB?

(11:36) A break from Commanders chatter as Kadrieka Maiden of Open Streets DC joins the show to tell us about this weekend's event down on Capitol Hill.

(16:28) Back to the NFC East: Most underrated moves and more.

(33:56) Who will actually win the NFC East? Each writer and Mike make their pi...

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Mike starts the show talking about the Wizards draft picks last night, the one player that didn't fall and more.

(18:25) The latest on RFK and the Commanders line in the sand thus far.

(29:33) The NFL collusion case actually caused the league to hide salary details for non player personnel.

(39:52) What's Terry McLaurin's leverage? Mike dives in.

(56:03) Troy Haliburton of the Capitol Hoop Caucus joins the show to give us his react...

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Mike starts the show talking about RFK and what the latest hang ups are, plus why the 2030 deadline is seemingly more important.

(16:49) Do the Commanders have someone that could help with the RFK business? Thom Loverro says theirs a solution in house.

(24:58) A look at the reaction to the Wizards' trade yesterday

(32:39) NFL @ 4: Another ranking, another top 10 list with no Jayden Daniels...what is going on??

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Mike starts the show talking NFL as Pablo Torre once again is on fire with his stories: NFL owners colluded to not give QBs guaranteed money, including when Lamar Jackson was set for a payday a few years ago.

(21:12) Breaking Wizards news as Jordan Poole has been traded and a glimpse of the long term plan.

(35:04) NFL: Aaron Rodgers says its his final year. The Commanders are making life for Jayden Daniels as easy as possible in mo...

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OKC take the NBA Championship, it's like looking at a version of the Wizards if everything actually went right. (It never has)

(10:27) Fanatics Fest: Mike has some thoughts.

(24:04) Mike jumps into a bit of baseball with All-Star voting coming out.

(31:02) Some Commanders uniform news that's being reported, but if you've listened to this show you already know what's up.

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Mike starts the show talking NFL as he gets baited into talking about a list that does NOT have Jayden Daniels in the top 10.

(19:35) The Lakers are valued at 10 billion dollars after being sold...does this feed the fire for the NBA conspiracy theorists on the Luka trade?

(31:14) NBA Finals Game 7 incoming

(38:17) The Nats take the top of the 4pm hour as they snapped their 11 game losing streak, but Britt Ghiroli of the Athletic br...

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Mike starts the show talking salary caps as the Panthers win Stanley Cup #2, and why the MLB could learn from it. Plus, are 2 cup wins a dynasty? And the Nats losing skid hits 10 games.

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Mike starts the show talking Cowboys as Dallas is once again dragging its feet signing a player.

(8:26) UFL Champion Defenders QB Jordan Ta'amu joins the show off of DC's first Championship and how this season transpired.

(18:36) NHL, NBA updates. Caps young prospect on the way as soon as next year?

(26:32) Chris Long isn't buying Rodgers in Pittsburgh, NFL execs favorite offseason moves.

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Mike starts the show talking Nationals as Davey Martinez was asked about coaching blames over the weekend, and the vibes are just not great at the moment. Mike jumps in to why this shouldn't shock anybody.

(24:54) A break from the locals to talk NBA and NHL.

(30:48) In to the NFL as Callow talks Commanders defensive line and complimentary football, plus a look at the NFC North QBs and most to prove.

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Mike starts the show talking Commanders and Terry McLaurin and why these 2 need each other. Plus, who he thinks the best breakout candidates of the roster could be.

(28:49) Politics and sports are starting to intertwine in a very tight way. A pair of stories has caught Mike's attention.

(41:39) A quick look at the Stanley Cup Final and NBA Finals.

(46:22) Back to the NFL with the Steelers and Aaron Rodgers and Jayden Daniels jump t...

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Mike starts the show talking Commanders as there's a lot to catch up on from the week.

(12:06) Aside from the player stuff on the field...a picture of Jayden Daniels with a spear in promotional material is turning fans' heads.

(25:16) Mike pauses on the Commanders to acknowledge Spencer Carbury winning coach of the year, and TJ Oshie officially retiring.

(34:26) Back to the NFL with Aaron Rodgers signing in Pittsburgh, the Bengals ...

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Mike starts the show talking Commanders and the star of today's press conferences: Daron Payne?!

(9:04) A break in Commanders talk as Britt Radcliffe of the Washington Spirit joins the show ahead of a key match up against the North Carolina Courage on Sunday afternoon..

(15:27) Mike jumps back into the Commanders and Dan Quinn's press conference.

(34:49) More Commanders and how this team is figuring out the defense with the personn...

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Mike starts the show talking Commanders as Mike Florio from PFT made a bold quote public on the Commanders from the NFC Championship game - Mike isn't buying it.

(18:56) Josh Harris on The Deal: More from Commanders ownership on owning ANY team, values when you buy a franchise and so much more.

(46:57) NFL @ 4: Josh Harris brings in a newer sports ownership attitude: Spending whatever is necessary to get better. Could NFL owners tr...

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Mike starts the show talking Commanders as the Jalen Ramsey trade rumors are still flying, along with another possible trade on the block.

(17:35) Josh Harris spoke on the importance of the Commanders returning to DC, and it'll make you feel good where the team is headed.

(35:45) The Washington Spirit made an odd coaching move today - Mike has some thoughts.

(41:57) NFL @ 4: Mike jumps into the Stefon Diggs discourse, Madden and mo...

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A sprint of a show with Orioles baseball being moved up to 4p: Mike starts the show talking NFL as the Eagles made a trade today with a rare misfire of a signing, plus how Adam Peter's shaping of the roster is countering Philly and maybe getting set for late season football.

(23:34) Scott Hanson is being brought back to anchor RedZone

(32:47) A look at the disturbing Zion news that dropped today, plus NHL and NBA conference Finals ...

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