Take Command

In this portion of Take Command, Logan and Craig preview the Commanders’ Sunday afternoon matchup with the Los Angeles Rams. The guys talk both offense and defense and break down what Washington needs to do to be successful this week. Enjoy! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this segment of Take Command, Matt Miller joins Craig and Logan to preview the 2024 NFL Draft! The guys discuss potential prospects, the Commanders’ expected draft picks, and whether Sam Howell measures up to the young competition coming into the league next year. Enjoy! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of Take 5, Craig and Logan discuss whether they believe an analyst could actually fill the role of an NFL head coach. Logan shares stories about some of the best football minds he’s worked with while Craig tells a story of what it’s like to be on the outside looking into those high level football conversations. Enjoy! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of Take Command, it’s a game of Fact or Fiction! The guys take you through some broad statements about the Commanders, and the NFL as a whole, and determine whether they are fact or fiction. They kick things off by breaking down whether learning a third system in three years would hurt Sam Howell. Afterwards, the guys turn their attention to offensive coordinators and break down whether having a great QB hurts an OC’s development. Finally, to wrap things up, they analyze the state of offensive line play from around the league and decide whether O-line play is down around the NFL. 0:33 Sam Howell Would Be Hurt By A 3rd System In 3 Years 21:44 Having A Great QB Hurts An OC’s Development 35:32 Offensive Line Play Is Down Around The NFL Enjoy! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this segment of Take Command, Craig and Logan kick off the Fact or Fiction episode by discussing whether Sam Howell’s development would be stunted by having to learn a third system in three years if Washington fires Eric Bieniemy. The guys discuss what the pros and cons are regarding transitioning to a new system and whether it is the best move for the organization. Enjoy! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this portion of Take Command, Logan and Craig continue the fact or fiction episode by discussing whether or not having a great quarterback hurts an offensive coordinator’s development. Using a variety of examples from recent history and Logan’s playing days, they break down how having a great QB can affect an OC’s problem solving ability. Enjoy! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this segment of Take Command, Craig and Logan wrap up the fact or fiction episode by looking at one final statement: offensive line play is down around the NFL. They guys discuss how the changes to the CBA, the current college style of play, and the type of athletes we’re seeing in the NFL have all played a factor in this Enjoy! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On Monday's edition of the Hoffman Show, Michael Phillips joins Craig to detail Monumental's potential move to Potomac Yards. They wrap talking about how the Commanders could be affected by Ted Leonsis's decision. Plus, Jamin Davis's injury and a few Commanders notes as they end their bye week. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of Take 5, Craig and Logan react to Kadarius Toney’s egregious offsides position that led to the Chiefs loss to the Bills. Logan shares his thoughts on the error from a player’s perspective while Craig gives color from the reporter’s side. Enjoy! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It’s a MAILBAG! On this episode of Take Command, Craig and Logan answer some of your most pressing questions about the Commanders organization. They kick things off by discussing whether Washington should consider trading Terry McLaurin or some of its other key pieces before breaking down what fringe players should take on more responsibility this year. Afterwards, they get into how the Commanders have become a more appealing franchise to free agents, and what steps still need to be taken. Then, the two turn their attention to coaching. In answering what makes a great head coach, Logan gives his thoughts about some of the best coaches he has ever had while sharing a plethora of stories from his playing days. To wrap things up, the guys look to the future and discuss what the pillars and values of the Commanders’ rebuild should be this offseason. 1:20 Should The Commanders Trade Terry McLaurin? 8:55 What Fringe Player Should Take On A Bigger Role? 11:45 How Have Commanders Improved Their Appeal To Free Agents? What’s Next? 17:31 What Should Commanders Look for in Next Head Coach? 38:39 What Should Be The Focus Of The Commanders’ Rebuild Enjoy! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this segment of Take Command, Craig and Logan kick off the mailbag with a fiery question about whether the Commanders should consider trading Terry McLaurin or some of the team’s other biggest names. Afterwards, they discuss what fringe players they’d like to see take on more responsibility this season before getting into how the Washington organization has become more appealing to free agents. Enjoy! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this portion of Take Command, Logan and Craig share their opinions on what they think makes a great NFL head coach. Chocked full of both current and past examples, the two talk about the values, skills, and personal relationships that are critical to succeed in such an important role. To wrap up the conversation, the two break down who, in their eyes, will be the next great NFL head coach. Enjoy! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this segment of Take Command, Craig and Logan discuss the core values and principles they want the Commanders to focus on while rebuilding the organization this off-season. They break down how important coaches are and the level of drive, passion, and knowledge they expect from them. Enjoy! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of Take 5, Craig asks Logan what it's like to be an NFL player on a bye week. Enjoy! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of Take Command, Craig and Logan crack into the film from the Commanders’ 45-15 loss to the Dolphins. The guys start by looking broadly at the offense and try to determine whether this offense, and EB’s scheme, have regressed over the course of the season. Afterwards, the pair dive into the film and break down 5 plays they see as great examples of where the Commanders could have been better on Sunday. 0:11 Is The Commanders’ Offense Regressing? 20:57 Offensive Film Breakdown: The Perfect Example 33:15 Offensive Film Breakdown Continued: 4 More Plays Enjoy! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this segment of Take Command, Craig and Logan take a look at the offense holistically and try to determine whether this offense has gotten worse over the course of the year. Afterwards, they talk about EB’s gameplan and whether it was too predictable against Miami. Enjoy! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this portion of Take Command, Craig and Logan kick off their film breakdown by looking at one play they see as the perfect example of what went wrong for the Commanders on Sunday. Enjoy! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this portion of Take Command, Logan and Craig continue their deep dive into the film, breaking down 4 more plays from the Commanders’ 45-15 loss to the Dolphins that they feel encapsulate Washington’s offensive performance. They assess Sam’s game, breakdown why Terry was a non-factor, and tell you where the offense should have been better. Enjoy! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of Take 5, Craig and Logan break down the Commanders defense's performance on Sunday vs. the Dolphins. Enjoy! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of Take Command, Craig and Logan give their instant reaction to the Commanders' 45-15 loss to the Dolphins. They give their overall thoughts on the game, highlight key player performances, like that of Sam Howell, and touch on how Ron ran the defense. Enjoy! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of Take Command, Craig and Logan preview the Commanders’ Sunday afternoon matchup with the Dolphins. To kick things off, the guys look at the defense and ask if Washington has a chance of slowing down a high powered Miami offense. Then, they turn their attention to Sam Howell and his group and assess what they need to do to generate points on Sunday. Finally, Mark Schlereth joins Take Command to help preview the game and discuss both the state of the organization and how Sam Howell has progressed. 0:27 Can Washington’s Defense Stop Miami? 10:11 Can Commanders Offense Generate Against Miami? 20:23 Mark Schlereth Joins Take Command! Enjoy! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this segment of Take Command, Craig and Logan try to answer the question of whether Washington’s defense can stop Miami’s high powered offensive unit. They go through what makes the Dolphins offense so strong and how the Commanders can combat it. Enjoy! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this portion of Take Command, Logan and Craig look at the matchup between the Commanders offense and the Miami defense. The two discuss what they want to see from Sam specifically and how he will be challenged by a strong Miami group. To wrap things up, the guys circle back to the defense and discuss what it will look like with Ron Rivera at the helm. Enjoy! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this segment of Take Command, Mark Schlereth joins Craig and Logan to help preview the Commanders’ Sunday afternoon matchup with the Dolphins. The guys talk about this weekend’s game, what the defense will look like with Ron leading the group, and how Sam has progressed as a young quarterback. Enjoy! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of Take Command, Craig shares the infamous story of how the Commanders almost got Joe Burrow if not for a 2-point conversion in Miami. Enjoy! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of Take Command, Craig shares a clip from The Hoffman Show on The Team 980 where he explains why drafting a quarterback should not be a priority for the Commanders. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of Take Command, Craig and Logan crack into the film from the Commanders’ 45-10 loss to the Cowboys on Thanksgiving. The two open things up by looking at the defense and answer the question of why this game was the straw that broke the camel’s back for Jack Del Rio. Afterwards, the two discuss how Ron will tackle running the defense now that Jack is not with the team. Finally, the pair wrap things up by discussing Sam Howell and the offense. They break down what they liked from Howell, where he struggled, and what they hope to see from him in the remainder of the season. 1:18 Breaking Down The Defense 16:00 How Does Ron Run The Defense? 27:52 Sam Howell & The Offense Enjoy! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this segment of Take Command, Craig and Logan take a look at the defense’s performance on Thursday in the Commanders’ loss to the Cowboys. In a game where the defense had the most “red” plays of the season, the guys try to figure out what went wrong and why this matchup was the straw that broke the camel’s back for Jack Del Rio. Enjoy! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this portion of Take Command, Logan and Craig continue their look at the Commanders’ defensive performance on Thanksgiving day. In a game where the group conceded 45 points, there’s plenty to look at as the guys break down how individual players looked and what the unit needs to improve on moving forward. Additionally, the two discuss how Ron will handle running the defense in the wake of Jack Del Rio’s dismissal. Enjoy! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this portion of Take Command, Logan and Craig look specifically at Sam Howell’s performance. The guys identify what he did well, where he could have improved, and what this game tells fans about his future. Additionally, they discuss the offense in general and what that group needs to do to get better over the final part of the season. Enjoy! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of Take Command, Craig speaks with Sam Fortier on the Jack Del Rio firing following the Commanders' terrible Thanksgiving day performance. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Commanders vs Cowboys game went as expected, but that isn't a good thing. What do we make of Washington's dismal holiday performance? Is there any hope left for Ron Rivera? Should Jack Del Rio be canned? Plus, is Sam Howell providing a silver lining to a lost season? Logan Paulsen and Craig Hoffman discuss on Take Command. Disclaimer: This episode was recorded prior to Jack Del Rio's firing. Enjoy! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of Take Command, Craig and Logan preview the Commanders' Thanksgiving Day matchup with the Cowboys. 0:25 What's At Stake vs. Cowboys? 13:19 Can Commanders Offense Rebound vs. Cowboys? 28:54 A Glimmer of Hope For Commanders Defense Against Explosive Cowboys Offense? Enjoy! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this segment of Take Command, Craig and Logan answer the question of what's at stake for the Commanders vs. the Cowboys. Enjoy! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this portion of Take Command, Logan and Craig try to answer the question of whether the Commanders offense can rebound against the Cowboys. Enjoy! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this segment of Take Command, Craig and Logan identify a potential glimmer of hope for the struggling Commanders defense as they go up against the Cowboys. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of Take Command, Craig and Logan crack into the film from the Commanders’ 31-19 loss to the Giants on Sunday. The pair kick things off by looking at the defense- breaking down the group’s success in the first three quarters and why they failed in the fourth. Then, they turn their attention to the offense. The guys start by discussing Washington’s turnovers, EB’s gameplan, and how the group performed as a whole. Afterwards, they take a closer look at Sam Howell’s day and how the predictability of EB’s playcalling made his job difficult. 2:40 Breaking Down The Defense 25:21 Analyzing The Offense 38:36 Sam Howell 46:44 EB’s Predictability Enjoy! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this segment of Take Command, Craig and Logan break down the Commanders’ defensive performance versus the Giants on Sunday. The guys highlight the group’s success through three quarters and discuss why things fell apart in the fourth. Enjoy! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this portion of Take Command, Logan and Craig turn their attention to the offense. They discuss where things fell apart for the group and why this was such a frustrating game to watch. They touch on the turnover issues, EB’s gameplan, and how the group functioned as a whole. Enjoy! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this segment of Take Command, Craig and Logan break down Sam Howell’s performance on Sunday vs the Giants. They discuss why the interceptions may not have been as bad as they seemed and why he struggled against New York. To wrap things up, they touch on the predictability of EB’s playcalling. Enjoy! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of Take Command, Craig and Logan give their instant reaction to the Commanders' 31-19 loss to the Giants. The two give their high level opinions, hit on player performances, and try to assess what went wrong. Enjoy! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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On this episode of Take Command, Craig and Logan preview the Commanders’ Sunday afternoon matchup with the Giants. Before that, though, the two take a deep dive into the analytics- discussing Washington’s EPA per play this season and how those numbers should influence the team’s adjustments moving forward. Afterwards, it's onto the game. The guys start off by discussing the Commander's offense and what it needs to do to be successful against the Giants. Then, the pair turn their attention to the Washington defense and answer the question of how the group can bounce back after its performance against Seattle last weekend. 0:31 EPA Per Play Breakdown 24:51 Commanders Offense vs. Giants Defense 38:34 Commanders Defense vs. Giants Offense Enjoy! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this segment of Take Command, Craig and Logan dive into the numbers and break down the Commanders’ EPA per play. They look at the stats and discuss what really is the best way for the Commanders to approach this week’s game and the rest of the season. Enjoy! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this portion of Take Command, Craig and Logan dive into this week’s matchup between the Commanders and the Giants by looking at how Washington’s offense matches up with New York’s defense. The guys discuss how The Commanders should adjust their offensive strategy and what they need to do to get a win this week. Enjoy! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this segment of Take Command, Craig and Logan look at the Commanders defense and try to answer the question of how the group can bounce back from its performance against Seattle versus a weak New York offense. Enjoy! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of Take 5, Craig and Logan talk about some of their favorite emergency quarterback stories ahead of the Commanders’ Sunday afternoon matchup with the Giants. Enjoy! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of Take Command, Craig and Logan break down the film from the Commanders’ 29-26 loss to the Seahawks on Sunday. The guys open things up by looking at the defense’s performance and justify why, within the context of this game, the performance was not as bad as people are making it out to be. Afterwards, they shift their attention to the offense and discuss how the group struggled. They look specifically at Sam Howell and how, despite the offense’s subpar showing, he continued to shine. To wrap things up, the two go back to EB’s playcalling, and discuss whether the Commanders should be running the ball more. 0:29 Defensive Breakdown 26:56 Offense Analysis 35:48 Sam Howell’s Performance 44:43 Playcalling Enjoy! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this segment of Take Command, Craig and Logan crack into the film review by looking at the defense’s performance in the Commanders’ 29-26 loss to Seattle on Sunday. The guys discuss where the defense found success, where they fell short, and justify why this was a performance that lived up to the true expectations for the group. Enjoy! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this portion of Take Command, Logan and Craig shift their focus to the offense and discuss how the group struggled on Sunday vs. Seattle. The two give their high level thoughts and break down where the group could have been better. Enjoy! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices