Take Command

On this episode of Take 5, Craig and Logan break down the Commanders screen pass success in the team’s Week 2 matchup against the Broncos. While the play was anticipated to be a focal point of the offense throughout preseason, Washington struggled to successfully use it in Week 1. However, as the pair acknowledge, the win over Denver tells a different story. 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

For the first time since 2011, the Commanders are 2-0! On this episode of Take Command, Craig and Logan give their instant reaction to Washington’s 35-33 victory over Denver. The guys kick things off by recapping the leadership Sam Howell showed and his performance as a whole. Afterwards, they touch on the hit against Logan Thomas, and give their opinions on how the situation should be handled. Following that, the pair breaks down the defense and how they improved over four quarters of play. Specifically, they highlight Chase Young’s impact and what it meant to have him back out on the field. 0:19 Initial Thoughts 3:16 Sam Howell & The Offense 18:40 Defensive Dominance 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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Week 2 is here! On this episode of Take Command, Craig and Logan preview the Commanders’ Sunday afternoon matchup against the Broncos! The guys kick things off by looking at how the Commanders offense matches up against the Broncos defense. The guys discuss what they want from both Sam Howell’s play and Eric Bieniemy’s play calling. Then, the guys look at Russell Wilson and how Washington’s defense stacks up against Denver’s offense. Specifically, the teams’ offensive lines. Finally, to wrap things up, Logan and Craig break down the Broncos’ run game and what the Commanders can do to contain it. 0:55 Commanders Offense vs. Broncos Defense 23:38 Russell Wilson vs. Commanders Pass Defense 39:04 Denver Run Game vs. Washington Run 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

In this segment of Take Command, Craig and Logan look at how the Commanders offense shapes up against the Broncos defense ahead of their Week 2 matchup. The guys discuss what they hope to see from Sam Howell, what he needs to do in order to be successful, and how Eric Bieniemy can help him get there. Finally, the pair caps things off by touching on the environment in Denver. 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

Ahead of the Commanders’ Week 2 matchup against the Broncos, Craig and Logan take a look at Russell Wilson- examining his play style, his performance last week, and how Washginton can limit his success. Following that discussion, the pair break down the battle in the trenches between the two teams linemen. 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 finish their analysis of how the Washington defense can deter the Denver offense. The pair focuses on how Ron Rivera can stop the Broncos’ run game, and what defensive adjustments they want to see made from last 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 5, Logan and Craig prepare for the game against Denver by discussing what it’s like to play in the Broncos’ unique environment. Afterwards, Logan shares a story from his playing days and his success, and shortcomings, against Broncos legend Von Miller! 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 dive into the film from the Commanders’ Week 1 victory over the Cardinals. The guys kick things off by looking at Sam Howell and the offensive line’s performances- providing some opinions that contradict the general public’s perception. Then, the two get into the skill positions- looking at how the wide receivers played and Terry McLaurin’s seemingly uneventful game. Afterwards, the pair dives into the running backs. Here, they ponder whether ball security will be an issue for Antonio Gibson moving forward. To follow that up, the guys praise the defense for their tremendous showing on Sunday afternoon. Capping things off, Logan and Craig do their weekly play breakdown by analyzing the failure in coverage on Rondale Moore’s wheel route. 0:48 Sam Howell’s Performance 12:14 The Offensive Line 26:16 Wide Receiver Breakdown 35:43 Running Back Performance 41:01 Defensive Excellence 56:29 Play Breakdown 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 break down Sam Howell’s Week 1 performance. The two discuss his interception, great moments, and how he can improve moving forward this season. Afterwards, the pair take a look at his offensive line- a unit Logan believes played better than the public perceives. 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 continue their examination of the Commanders’ offensive performance following the Week 1 victory over the Cardinals. The two start off by looking at the skill player performances holistically, before more closely examining the wide receivers and running backs. The guys ponder Terry McLaurin’s seemingly uneventful game, and Antonio Gibson’s potential fumbling problem. 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 Commanders’ impressive defensive performance. Highlighting some key plays, the two discuss how it was their success that helped propel the team to a 20-16 victory. To cap things off, Craig and Logan break down the failed coverage on Rondale Moore’s wheel route. 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, Logan and Craig break down Sam Howell’s touchdown from the Commanders’ Week 1 matchup against the Cardinals. Analyzing the film, the pair lets you know how it happened and why it worked. 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

The Washington Commanders are 1-0! On this episode of Take Command, Craig and Logan give their instant reaction to Ron Rivera's victory Sunday evening. The two open things up by discussing the thrilling atmosphere for the season opener at FedEx Field. Then, the guys get into the game, discussing the team's excellent conditioning, Sam Howell's performance, Rivera's late game decision making and the defense's tremendous success. Afterwards, to cap things off, the guys go through what they want to know more about and tease the full game review that will come later this week. 0:56 FedEx Atmosphere 2:12 A Well Conditioned Team 5:35 Sam Howell's Performance 14:56 Rivera's Late Game Decisions 18:43 Defensive Success 24:36 What We're Waiting To See 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, Logan recounts his recent interview with new Commanders partial owner Magic Johnson. He shares about his experience, what it was like to meet Magic, and what it’s like to stand next to someone as big as he is! 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’ Week 1 matchup versus the Arizona Cardinals! The two take a dive into the game bringing you insight into how the Commanders defense will pin down the Cardinals offense and how the Commanders offense will push back the Cardinals defense. On top of that, the pair discusses how Ron Rivera will approach Sam Howell’s development in the game as well as the return of Jamison Crowder. The episode is capped off with an exclusive interview with Mark Schlereth! In their discussion, Craig and Mark break down all things Commanders- from the beginning of the Josh Harris era to the details of the team’s Week 1 matchup. 3:54 Commanders Defense vs. Cardinals Offense 21:33 Commanders Resign Jamison Crowder 26:23 Commanders Offense vs. Cardinals Defense 37:30 Priorities: Sam Howell vs. Offensive Development 39:13 Mark Schlereth! 39:55 Beginning of the Josh Harris Era 42:14 First Impressions of Sam Howell 46:54 Sam & His O-Line 50:44 Saahdiq Charles 55:33 Thoughts on Arizona 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 prepare for the Commanders’ Week 1 matchup with the Cardinals! The two share a big announcement for the upcoming season and, get into how Washington’s defense will pin down Arizona's 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 portion of Take Command, Craig and Logan continue their dive into the Commanders’ Week 1 opponent: the Arizona Cardinals. The pair look at the recent signing of Jamison Crowder, how Ron Rivera’s offense will attack Jonathan Gannon’s defense, and discuss how the team will approach developing quarterback Sam Howell versus the offense 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, Mark Schlereth joins Craig to talk about the upcoming Commanders season! Mark gives his thoughts on all things Washington football- including the start of the Josh Harris era, his first impressions of Sam Howell, how the young quarterback will communicate with his offensive line, how impressed he’s been with Saahdiq Charles, and his analysis on the upcoming matchup against Arizona. 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 hit the mailbag to answer YOUR questions about the 2023 Washington Commanders! The guys kick things off by discussing the playoff outlook and whether this team has what it takes to get there. Then, the two analyze Curtis Samuel and what his role may be throughout this season. Afterwards, they tackle the effects of Ron Rivera’s new practice structure and how it could benefit the team this year. To cap things off, the pair runs through some over/unders for the team and players like Sam Howell and Terry McLaurin - each giving their picks for 2023! 0:11 - Commanders Playoff Outlook 19:17 - Curtis Samuel’s Role in 2023 28:47 - Effect of the New Practice Structure 37:08 - 2023 Over/Unders 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 discussion from Take Command, Logan and Craig attempt to answer one question: Are the 2023 Commanders a playoff caliber team? Bringing in their expertise, the two share their unique perspectives in an attempt to assess the outcome of the upcoming 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 segment of Take Command, Craig and Logan continue to take YOUR questions about the upcoming Commanders season. To begin, the two discuss what Curtis Samuel’s role for the team will look like this year. Then, they analyze how Ron Rivera’s new practice structure could affect the team throughout the 2023 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 run through some of FanDuel’s Over/Unders for the 2023 season. While discussing, the pair gives their analysis and picks for what the best bets are this 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 breakdown Ron Rivera's comments about not recognizing Sam Howell's talent last season. They give you all the facts, and share their own opinions on the situation from both of their unique perspectives. 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, Logan and Craig react to and breakdown the Commanders’ 53 man roster! The guys open things up on the offensive side of the ball- discussing the QBs, RBs, TEs, WRs, and OL. Then, the pair gets into the defense, hitting each position group. While sharing their thoughts on, opinions of, and feelings about the roster, Logan shares a number of stories from his playing days. 0:13 Quarterbacks 10:08 Running Backs 12:13 Tight Ends 19:24 Offensive Line 23:28 Wide Receivers 32:55 Defensive Line 39:45 Line Backers 42:08 Defensive Backs 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 dive into the 53 man roster. The two give their thoughts, comments, and feelings on Ron Rivera’s decisions at the quarterback, running back, and tight end positions. 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 give their thoughts on the Commanders’ offensive line and wide receiver decisions following the announcement of the team’s 53 man roster. 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 finish off their analysis of the Commanders’ 53 man roster. The pair dives into the defense- looking at the defensive line, linebackers, and defensive backs. 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

Logan Paulsen shares his stories from the sidelines of the final preseason game with Craig Hoffman on this edition of Take Five. 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

Craig Hoffman and Logan Paulsen simulate the task Ron Rivera, the Marty's, and the coaching staff have to do by Tuesday at 4pm: pick a 53 man roster. The guys ask (and answer) all the tough questions, and pick a 16 man practice squad to boot. 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

Did Jake Fromm do enough to make the Commanders 53? Craig Hoffman and Logan Paulsen break it down, including an interesting thought about FB Alex Armah's place within the team as well as a final verdict for Dax Milne and Kazmeir Allen. 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 are loaded along the defensive line. Do Craig Hoffman and Logan Paulsen keep eleven players there? If so, where do they make another cut? 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

Logan Paulsen and Craig Hoffman make his case for the next 16 best players on the Commanders. Logan goes hard for Brycen Tremayne. Can he join the rest of the talented crew that just miss the cut for the 53? 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

To kick things off, Logan and Craig discuss the value of the preseason. The two break down the positives, such as being able to see players like Jacoby Brissett in game situations, and the negatives, such as the risk of injury to starters like Sam Howell. In the end, the two come to some interesting conclusions. Afterwards, the guys take a crack at constructing the 53 man roster by giving you some of their makes and cuts for the upcoming season. To wrap things up, Craig brings you an interview with wide receiver Jahan Dotson ahead of the upcoming 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

Logan and Craig discuss the value of the preseason both for the Commanders and the NFL. The two break down the positives, such as being able to see players like Jacoby Brissett in game situations, and the negatives, like the risk of injury to starters like Sam Howell. In the end, the two come to some interesting conclusions. 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

Craig and Logan take a crack at constructing the 53 man roster for the Commanders' upcoming season by sharing some of their cuts and keeps. The guys go back and forth while sharing their hopes for 2023. 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

Craig brings you an interview with wide receiver Jahan Dotson from the final day of training camp ahead of the upcoming 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

Who will make the Washington Commanders at offensive line? Craig Hoffman and Logan Paulsen hypothesize on the latest "Take 5" from Take Command 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

From 'Upper Hand Fantasy' (subscribe here): On today's episode, Faraz Siddiqi welcomes on JP Finlay to talk all things Washington Commanders, including what Eric Bieniemy brings to the table as offensive coordinator, just how good Sam Howell has looked and how the wide receiver targets will be split up. Plus, a name you may not have heard that could have a bigger role than expected for the team this season. Follow Faraz on Instagram @upperhandfantasy https://www.instagram.com/upperhandfantasy Also, visit our Patreon for our updated Draft Kit, Dynasty Rankings and more: https://www.patreon.com/Upperhandfantasy Be sure to check out FantasyLife.com for some of the best advice from the industry's sharpest minds, all for FREE. And to take advantage of $15 million+ in prizes on Underdog, go to https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-upper-hand-fantasy and use the code UPPERHAND to get your first deposit doubled up to $100. Follow @farazsiddiqi on Twitter: https://twitter.com/farazsiddiqi 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 ended the Ravens 24-game preseason winning streak Monday night as Sam Howell threw for nearly 200 yards and two touchdowns in the first half. The defense was much more of a mixed bag as they allowed Baltimore's backups to march down the field on multiple occasions. How do Craig Hoffman and Logan Paulsen make sense of it all? Press play to find out! 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

Sam Howell and the Commanders offense played exceptionally well in the first half against the Ravens. Logan Paulsen and Craig Hoffman break down what went right, as well as the two sacks that went wrong. 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 skill players were put into positions to succeed on Monday night, and they did just that. From Terry McLaurin and Jahan Dotson down to Brycen Tremayne, Craig Hoffman and Logan Pauslen touch on how Washington's weapons performed. That includes why Logan loved Chris Rodriguez's night, despite his fumble. 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 played select starters against the Ravens defensively, but it didn't matter as Baltimore marched down the field. However, Washington did recover with a key turnover by Quan Martin, and a few three-and-out drive. Craig Hoffman and Logan Paulsen make sense of it all to close out this episode. 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 gameday and Craig Hoffman and Logan Paulsen answer the most burning questions around the Washington Commanders: who is going to play, and how much tonight against the Ravens? Plus, who needs to have a big game down the roster to solidify their spot on the 53 man roster. 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

Who should be the final wide receiver to make the Commanders roster? Kaz Allen and Dax Milne are battling it out, and their punt return skills are also in the spotlight. How should Ron Rivera make the decision, and which way are Craig Hoffman and Logan Paulsen leaning headed into the Ravens preseason game? 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

After two days of joint practices, Craig Hoffman and Logan Paulsen dive into the deep end of everything that happened between the Commanders and the Ravens. The guys discuss how the Washington offensive line held up, how Sam Howell performed, Andre Jones, Jr.'s emergence, and so much more. 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

How did the Commanders approach to their joint practice in Baltimore differ from the Ravens, and what did it mean for the results? Craig Hoffman and Logan Paulsen break it all down. 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 Washington Commanders offensive line is their biggest question headed into the 2023 NFL season. The second biggest is quarterback Sam Howell. So how did they do against the Baltimore Ravens in their joint practice? Craig Hoffman and Logan Paulsen have the answers. 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 defense face a tall task against Lamar Jackson and the Ravens offense. How did they hold up? Craig Hoffman and Logan Paulsen discuss, as well as the impact rookie Andre Jones, Jr. is having on the defensive line rotation. 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

While Logan watches the tape at home in preparation for tomorrow's show, Craig Hoffman shares his six most interesting things from day two of Commanders-Ravens joint practices on The Hoffman Show. He touches on Ron Rivera not yet naming Sam Howell the starter, the physicality of the day, and how the defensive line group is outperforming expectations - especially rookie Andre Jones, Jr. The full podcast returns Tuesday morning with a full film breakdown from Craig and Logan! 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