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Sam Fortier Joins Take Command To Break Down The Senior Bowl

The Senior Bowl is in the books and Logan Paulsen is back from his adventure down south to Mobile Alabama for the event. He and Logan Paulsen are joined by Washington Post reporter Sam Fortier to talk about all the players and positions that really shined over the past week. In the episode, the guys cover who would be the best pickups for the Commanders, why some draft classes have holes in their years, What coaches and teams can gleam from the Senior Bowl, How the DB's looked, and whether should we stay our current course or pick up a rookie, and the current state of the search for a new Commanders OC. All this and more on this episode of 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

Feb 7, 202358 min

Sam Fortier Breaks Down The Biggest Talents From The Senior Bowl

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With the NCAA Senior Bowl in the books, Sam Fortier of the Washington Post joins Craig Hoffman and Logan Paulsen to break down the news from the event. First, the guys look at who really showed up and also what positions were particularly strong this year. Also the guys talk about the importance of the Senior Bowl and what coaches and scouts can gleam from the practices and 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

Feb 7, 202324 min

Looking At The Senior Bowl DB's And What Washington Should Do

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With The NCAA Senior Bowl in the books, Craig Hoffman and Logan Paulsen are joined by Sam Fortier of the Washington Post to talk all the news and players from the event. Logan, Craig, and Sam take a deep look into the defensive backs that played and ask, is there value to pick up someone in the draft or to spend money keeping the defense together? 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

Feb 7, 202312 min

Breaking Down The Search For An OC with Sam Fortier

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With The NCAA Senior Bowl in the bag, Craig Hoffman and Logan Paulsen are joined by Sam Fortier of the Washington Post to talk about the Commander's prospects. Sam and Logan give their final takes from the Senior Bowl and then jump over to the OC talk. They answer whether it was a problem that the Commanders didn't have an OC at the Senior Bowl, and is it a bad sign that we have had many interviews without hiring anyone yet. 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

Feb 7, 202321 min

Logan's Thoughts From The Senior Bowl + TB 12 Is Hanging Up The Jersey

This week on Take Command Logan Pausen is out at the Senior Bowl. Logan and Craig take a look at the positions and players who are showing their worth and who the Commanders might end up drafting in the first round. Also, Craig asks the question: is it a problem that the Commanders don't have an OC at the game? And finally, the guys take a look back at the legendary career of Tom Brady, giving stories and memories of the now-retired GOAT quarterback. All this and more on this episode of 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

Feb 2, 202351 min

Logan's Impressions Of The Best Players And Positions At The 2023 Senior Bowl

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Logan Paulsen is on the road today broadcasting out of Mobile Alabama for the 2023 Senior Bowl. While he's there he's been going to practices and checking out some of the major talent coming into the 2023 draft. Craig and Logan go over some of the specific players who ar both at the Senior bowl, and could potentially be drafted by 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

Feb 2, 202320 min

What Can The Commanders Do At The Senior Bowl Without An OC?

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Logan Paulsen is taking his talent on the road and is coming to us from Mobile Alabama at the site of the 2023 Senior Bowl. Craig and Logan tackle a very important question for the Commanders: What can they do from the Senior Bowl without a current offensive coordinator? Luckily, Logan says that there are workarounds that the Commanders organization are currently going through. 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

Feb 2, 202312 min

Looking Back At Tom Brady's Career After His Retirement Announcement

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The biggest news to hit the press recently was Tom Brady's video announcement that he has officially retired from the NFL. Logan and Craig take some time talking about what he brought to the league, some of his greatest moments, and who could even be considered for being the GOAT quarterback besides him. 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

Feb 2, 202318 min

Bonus: Secrets In The NFL+ Explaining Cadence

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Craig and Logan went on a bit of a tangent in the podcast yesterday so today we have a breakdown of teams keeping secrets in the NFL. Craig starts by talking about how he's had players refuse to talk on Aaron Rodger's scramble drills. Logan talks about how there are no long-term secrets in the NFL because as players move, they share their old team information. Also, the guys go over cadence in the league and explain what the colors and numbers really mean. 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

Feb 1, 202316 min

Evaluating The Next Round Of Potential Offensive Coordinators

The Washington Commanders have entered week three of the search for a new offensive coordinator and the list of potential candidates is growing. Logan Paulsen and Craig Hoffman take a look at some of the bigger names, Eric Bieniemy, Anthony Lynn, and as of the recording of this podcast, Kellen Moore. Logan talks about his history of working with Eric and talks about how he is a guy who requires high excellence from his players. Craig points out that what Washington needs as a coach is a good teacher and Eric's ability to create excellence is a good trait we need. Then the guys start to look over Anthony Lynn. Logan points out that it seems that Ron Rivera is looking at ex-runningback coaches to bring in as an OC. Craig points out that Lynn is a good choice because his head coaching history would give him a broader look at the game and the ability to bring in more good talent. The guys close out the pod talking about what Kellen Moore could have brought to the Commanders (obviously recorded before the news broke that he will be the next Chargers OC) The guys look at what a quarterback-focused coach like him would bring and what constitutes a "trade secret" in the NFL when changing teams. 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

Jan 31, 202349 min

Could Bieniemy Be The Commanders Next OC?

The Washington Commanders have entered week three of the search for a new offensive coordinator and the list of potential candidates is growing. Logan Paulsen and Craig Hoffman take a look at some of the bigger names but start out with Eric Bieniemy. Logan talks about his history of working with Eric and talks about how he is a guy who requires high excellence from his players. Craig points out that Eric is a known teacher who demands plays done right, a trait we need in Washington. 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

Jan 31, 202321 min

Would Hiring Anthony Lynn Bring His Coaching Talent With Him?

The Washington Commanders have entered week three of the search for a new offensive coordinator and the list of potential candidates is growing. Logan Paulsen and Craig Hoffman take a look at some of the bigger names, this time Anthony Lynn. Logan points out that it seems that Ron Rivera is looking at ex-runningback coaches to bring in as an OC. Craig points out that Lynn is a good choice because his head coaching history would give him a broader look at the game and the ability to bring in more good talent. 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

Jan 31, 202314 min

What Would Kellen Moore Have Brought To Washington?

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The Washington Commanders have entered week three of the search for a new offensive coordinator and the list of potential candidates is growing. Logan Paulsen and Craig Hoffman take a look at some of the bigger names for the job. Unfortunately, the podcast was recorded before the news came out about Kellen Moore's hiring by the LA Chargers as their offensive OC, But the guys look at what a quarterback-focused coach like him would bring and what constitutes a "trade secret" in the NFL when changing teams. 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

Jan 31, 202313 min

Nicki Jhabvala Talks New OC + Who Could Be Washington's Next QB1?

With the Commanders in the middle of hiring a new offensive coordinator, Logan Paulsen and Craig Hoffman bring in Nicki Jhabvala from the Washington Post to talk about the coaches who have interviewed for the position. Nicki says that she likes Eric Studesville the most right now due to his history in different systems but is unsure of his play call history. Pat Shurmur however is a potential OC who she fears wouldn't really change the Commander's system. Also, the guys talk about the issues regarding the quarterback position. Logan and Craig talk about some of the big-name QB's who are available in the off-season but Craig says that he really doesn't like the idea of splash money on a veteran QB. 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

Jan 26, 202355 min

Nicki Jhabvala Gives Her Thoughts On The Commander OC Candidates

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With the Commanders in the middle of hiring a new offensive coordinator, Logan Paulsen and Craig Hoffman bring in Nicki Jhabvala from the Washington Post to talk about the coaches who have interviewed for the position. Nicki says that she likes Eric Studesville the most right now due to his history in different systems but is unsure of his play call history. Pat Shurmur however is a potential OC who she fears wouldn't really change the Commander's system. 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

Jan 26, 202321 min

Should The Commanders Get A Veteran Quarterback?

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Logan and Craig talk about the issues regarding the Commanders quarterback position. Logan and Craig talk about some of the big-name QB's who are available in the off-season but Craig says that he really doesn't like the idea of splash money on a veteran QB. Logan agrees and points out that by spending big money on a veteran quarterback it stifles the Commanders ability to move forward in other positions. 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

Jan 26, 202322 min

How Do Coaches Become Good Coordinators?

Logan and Craig take a mailbag question that asks how Charles London could be a serious candidate and the guys change the question to answer what makes a position coach a good coordinator in the NFL. 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

Jan 26, 202311 min

Top Candidates For The Commanders Next OC and Chris Harris's Departure From The Team

The off-season is in full swing with The Commanders in the midst of interviewing for the next offensive coordinator. Logan and Craig take time to go over a few of the top names for the job, going in-depth on two of them: Pat Shurmur, and Greg Roman. The guys also talk about defensive backs coach Chris Harris' departure from the team to go coach for the Tennessee Titans. All that and more on this episode of 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

Jan 24, 202354 min

Is Pat Shurmur The Top Candidate For The Commanders OC?

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With the off-season in full effect, the Commanders are in the process of finding their next offensive coordinator. Logan and Craig spend time breaking down who they believe is the top candidate for the position, Pat Shurmur. 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

Jan 24, 202322 min

Could Greg Roman Bring The Most Out Of The Commanders Offense?

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With the off-season in full effect and the Commanders in the process of hiring for the next offensive coordinator. Logan and Craig take a deep dive into the ex-Ravens OC Greg Roman as a potential candidate for the job. 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

Jan 24, 202325 min

DB Coach Chris Harris Is Moving On From Washington

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With many positions in the Commanders roster and coaching staff up in the air, defensive backs coach Chris Harris has taken a job with the Tennessee Titans to be the defensive pass game coordinator. The guys look back at his tenure in Washington and look at what he will leave behind. 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

Jan 24, 20236 min

A Deep Dive Into The Commanders OC Search + NFL Divisional Round Preview

The Commanders have started interviewing coaches for the next offensive coordinators. Logan and Craig give their thoughts regarding who they believe would be a good fit in DC and who would fit in with the current makeup of the Commanders. Then Logan gives a long-awaited in-depth description of what a "west coast" style offense is. The Guys discuss what it means to be speaking the same football language with your team and coaches. and then close out by looking ahead at the games this weekend in the NFL Divisional games. 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

Jan 19, 202359 min

Who Are The Leading Commanders Offensive Coordinator Candidates?

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The Commanders have started interviewing coaches for the next offensive coordinators. Logan and Craig give their thoughts regarding who they believe would be a good fit in DC and who would fit in with the current makeup of the Commanders. Also, Logan begins his explanation of what a "west coast offense" looks like. 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

Jan 19, 202322 min

Breaking Down Play Calls In West vs East Coast Offenses

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Breaking Down Play Calls In West vs East Coast OffensesBreaking Down Play Calls In West vs East Coast Offenses Logan and Craig continue their talk about who should be the next Washington Commanders offensive coordinator by talking about the differences between a west coast and east coast offense. Logan breaks down how the plays would be called differently and the difficulties of trying to learn either form of offense. 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

Jan 19, 202311 min

Previews and Predictions For The NFL Divisional Round

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Logan and Craig close out the episode by not talking about the Washington Commanders but instead breaking down all the matches this weekend in the NFL divisional round. 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

Jan 19, 202325 min

John Keim Helps Open Up The Commanders Post-Season

With everything the Washington Commanders need to cover from selling the team to securing a quality quarterback, Logan Paulsen and Craig Hoffman bring ESPN's John Keim on to preview the Commanders' off-season. Logan, Craig, and Keim start out by talking about the biggest elephant in the Commander's office, the sale of the team. Keim lets us know who the leading players are for the sale of the team and what a hopeful timeline might look like. Also, what new ownership could mean for a new stadium, and where a new stadium could be located. Next up on the most important topics for the Washington Commanders' offseason is who will be the next offensive coordinator. Keim gives a full list of the coaches who have been named as ones the Commanders are looking for and Logan says that there are a lot of run-first offenses coordinators that look good. John also points out that this team is set up with talent, and the job is a truly enticing offer to many coaches. Finally, The guys and Keim talk about the state of the Commanders QB1. John says that it is very likely that Sam Howell will be the starting quarterback next year and Logan and Craig bring up all the benefits you get with Howell. An important note though that all three guys point out is that regardless of his success, Washington can't stray away from being a run-first offense. 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

Jan 17, 20231h 7m

John Keim Helps Unravel The Sale Of The Commanders

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With everything the Washington Commanders need to cover from selling the team to securing a quality quarterback, Logan Paulsen and Craig Hoffman bring ESPN's John Keim on to preview the Commanders' post-season. Logan, Craig, and Keim start out by talking about the biggest elephant in the Commander's office, the sale of the team. Keim lets us know who the leading players are for the sale of the team and what a hopeful timeline might look like. Also, what new ownership could mean for a new stadium, and where a new stadium could be located. 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

Jan 17, 202319 min

John Keim Breaks Down Who Could Be The Commanders Newest OC

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With everything the Washington Commanders need to cover from selling the team to securing a quality quarterback, Logan Paulsen and Craig Hoffman bring ESPN's John Keim on to preview the Commanders' off-season. One of the most important topics for the Washington Commanders' offseason is who will be the next offensive coordinator. Keim gives a full list of the coaches who have been named as ones the Commanders are looking for and Logan says that there are a lot of run-first offenses coordinators that look good. John also points out that this team is set up with talent, and the job is a truly enticing offer to many coaches. 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

Jan 17, 202319 min

John Keim Says Sam Howell Is Likely Next Seasons Starting Quarterback

With everything the Washington Commanders need to cover from selling the team to securing a quality quarterback, Logan Paulsen and Craig Hoffman bring ESPN's John Keim on to preview the Commanders' off-season. The guys and Keim talk about the state of the Commanders QB1. John says that it is very likely that Sam Howell will be the starting quarterback next year and Logan and Craig bring up all the benefits you get with Howell. An important note though that all three guys point out is that regardless of his success, Washington can't stray away from being a run-first offense. 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

Jan 17, 202328 min

BONUS: Teams That Should Go After Derek Carr | 'The Best Football Show'

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From 'The Best Football Show' (subscribe here), Derek Carr is officially on the trading block and has since posted emotional letters on social media regarding his time with the Raiders. Which teams should grab him and what could that cost? 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

Jan 14, 20238 min

Tackling The Top 5 Stories of the Commanders Off-Season

The Commanders have reached the off-season and they've got A LOT to do. Ownership looms over all of it, but eventually Ron Rivera has to hire an offensive coordinator, find a quarterback, and make a decision on Daron Payne. Plus, what about the offensive line? Logan Paulsen and Craig Hoffman give their thoughts regarding the 5 biggest off-season topics. We have a few honorable mentions as well, so make sure you listen to the end to hear all of whats to come in the offseason on this episode of 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

Jan 13, 20231h 2m

What Could New Ownership Mean For The Commanders?

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What Could New Ownership Mean For The Commanders? The Commanders have reached the off-season and they've got A LOT to do. Logan and Craig take the time to focus on the biggest and most pressing issue, ownership. With reports saying that Dan Snyder will be selling the team questions remain as to what the team will be able to do financially until the deal is done. When will Ron and company be able to hire a new offensive coordinator? What kind of capital could new ownership bring to DC? all this and 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

Jan 13, 202323 min

Who Could Be The Next OC? + Who's Washington's Next QB1?

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The Commanders have reached the off-season and they've got A LOT to do. Logan and Craig take on the Next 2 biggest questions outside ownership: who will be the Commanders' next offensive coordinator, and who will be our QB1 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

Jan 13, 202323 min

Can The Commanders Shore Up The O-Line + What To Do With Expiring Contracts

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The Commanders have reached the off-season and they've got A LOT to do. Lastly, Logan and Craig tackle some of the broader personnel questions for the offseason. Washington will have to make decisions on players like Daron Payne and can the commanders use free agency and the draft to fix the offensive line? 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

Jan 13, 20231h 0m

Scott Out as Commanders OC + Breaking Down A Dominant Win Over Dallas

The Commmanders had their first of what will likely be many memorable off-season days today. Logan Paulsen and Craig Hoffman cover all the news from Tuesday and recap the game against Dallas. First, Breaking News, Scott Turner has been relieved as the Offensive Coordinator for the Washington Commanders. This happened after Ron Rivera stated earlier that he didn’t have anything to say regarding Scott. Logan and Craig take a look at the history of Scott Turner’s tenure as the OC and say that while he didn’t do the worst with some middling rosters, the fact he couldn’t bring out the most from his skill players eventually sealed his fate. Then the guys take a look at Ron Rivera and Martin Mayhew’s end-of-season press conference. The guys take a look at the answers that the two gave and ask if we are any closer to figuring out what the future of this organization holds. Then Logan and Craig start to analyze the 26-6 beatdown of the Dallas Cowboys by looking at Sam Howell’s performance. Logan and Craig take a look at the rookie's first performance and ask why the staff kept saying that he wasn’t prepared and is he the future quarterback for the Commanders. Finally, the guys close out the show by looking at the plays from some of the other younger players Chris Paul, Percy Butler, and Khaleke Hudson. 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

Jan 11, 20231h 17m

Scott Turner Is No Longer Washington's Offensive Coordinator

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Jan 11, 202326 min

What Did Ron And Martin Say In Their Post-Season Press Conference?

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The Commmanders had their first of what will likely be many memorable off-season days today. Logan Paulsen and Craig Hoffman cover all the news from Tuesday and recap the game against Dallas. Logan and Craig take a look at Ron Rivera and Martin Mayhew’s end-of-season press conference. The guys take a look at the answers that the two gave and ask if we are any closer to figuring out what the future of this organization holds. 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

Jan 11, 202326 min

How Did Howell Stack Up In His First NFL Victory?

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The Commmanders had their first of what will likely be many memorable off-season days today. Logan Paulsen and Craig Hoffman cover all the news from Tuesday and recap the game against Dallas. Logan and Craig start to analyze the 26-6 beatdown of the Dallas Cowboys by looking at Sam Howell’s performance. Logan and Craig take a look at the rookie's first performance and ask why the staff kept saying that he wasn’t prepared and is he the future quarterback 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

Jan 11, 202317 min

How Did The Commanders Defensive Rookies Play Sunday?

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The Commmanders had their first of what will likely be many memorable off-season days today. Logan Paulsen and Craig Hoffman cover all the news from Tuesday and recap the game against Dallas. The guys close out the show by looking at the plays from some of the other younger players Chris Paul, Percy Butler, and Khaleke Hudson. 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

Jan 11, 20238 min

Commanders And Howell Upset The Cowboys: Instant Reactions

The Washington Commanders close out the 2022-23 season with a 26-6 win over the Dallas Cowboys bringing their record in a 17-game season to a remarkable .500 (8-8-1). Logan Paulsen and Craig Hoffman give their thoughts regarding the win, how Howell and the rest of the rookies played, and what the future hold for the coaching staff and roster. All that and more in the FINAL post-game Commanders podcast of the season. 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

Jan 9, 202345 min

BONUS: 3 Coaches Who Should Be Coaching Their Final Game | 'The Best Football Show'

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From 'The Best Football Show' (subscribe here), 18 teams will have their season come to an end Sunday and Eliot shares his thoughts on these coaches who have coached their last game with their respective teams. 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

Jan 7, 20238 min

It's Howell's Turn To Lead The Commanders

Sam Howell is ready to make his debut on Sunday, or at least he better be! The rookie QB faces a tough challenge in his first career start, and Craig Hoffman (@craighoffman) and Logan Paulsen are here to break it down. They talk about the challenges Howell faces, how it will effect Taylor Heinicke, and the repercussions for Ron Rivera's indecision. Plus, what to expect from rookie OL Chris Paul and everyone else against the Cowboys in the final regular season preview of 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

Jan 6, 202350 min

Is Howell Ready For His NFL Main Season Debut?

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Sam Howell is ready to make his debut on Sunday, or at least he better be! The rookie QB faces a tough challenge in his first career start, and Craig Hoffman (@craighoffman) and Logan Paulsen are here to break it down. They talk about the challenges Howell faces, how it will effect Taylor Heinicke, and the repercussions for Ron Rivera's indecision. 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

Jan 6, 202332 min

What Can This Second Team Offenisve Line Do Against Dallas?

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The Guys take a look at the toughest matchup of the day for the Commanders, The offensive line to the Dallas defense. The player Craig and Logan are interested in seeing the most is Chris Paul. Logan and Craig break down his skillset and how this hurt line can match up to the vaunted Cowboys' defense. 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

Jan 6, 202311 min

Commanders Have Been Hit With The Injury Bug

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Logan and Craig close out the podcast by taking a look at the players who did not practice as of Thursday. The list includes: Jonathan Allen, Saahdiq Charles, Kameren Curl, Jamin Davis, Antonio Gibson, Cornelius Lucas, Andrew Norwell, Brian Robinson, James Smith- Williams, and Benjamin St- Juste 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

Jan 6, 20237 min

Unraveling The Loss To Cleveland: What Will The Commanders Future Look Like?

The Washington Commanders are officially out of the playoffs with their loss to the Cleveland Browns last Sunday. Logan Paulsen and Craig Hoffman attempt to unravel this mess of a game and try to figure out just what future this coaching staff is planning for. Starting out the Pod the guys have to give some time to talk about Damar Hamlin. Monday night Damar Hamlin suffered a heart attack on the field. Logan and Craig give their thoughts and prayers to Damar and his family. Then the guys attempt to untangle just what went wrong in the offense and boy, we have problems. They cover topics from turnovers, questionable schemes and personnel groupings, and Carson Wentz’s no good very bad day. Logan and Craig continue to unravel why this impressive group could only score 10. The guys question what style quarterback Scott Turner and Ron Rivera even want to play. Craig's wife Rachel asks: Why don’t we give McLaurin the ball more? Logan has a story time talking about how effective offensive coordinators work on the playbook with their quarterbacks. Logan also defends the questionable 4th and 1 pitch play, a position Craig doesn’t completely agree with. and what happened to the run efficiency? The guys take all their analysis from last week's game to ask one of the most important question: Who will be the Commanders starting quarterback Sunday? Logan doesn’t believe that Sam Howell should be the starter but Craig disagrees. Then they close out the show by talking about the defense and asking what happened to give up 27 points. 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

Jan 4, 20231h 16m

Thoughts for Damar Hamlin + Understanding Commanders Offensive Scheme

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The Washington Commanders are officially out of the playoffs with their loss to the Cleveland Browns last Sunday. Logan Paulsen and Craig Hoffman attempt to unravel this mess of a game and try to figure out just what future this coaching staff is planning for. Starting out the Pod the guys have to give some time to talk about Damar Hamlin. Monday night Damar Hamlin suffered a heart attack on the field. Logan and Craig give their thoughts and prayers to Damar and his family. Then the guys attempt to untangle just what went wrong in the offense and boy, there's a lot. They cover topics from turnovers, questionable schemes and personnel groupings, and Carson Wentz’s no good very bad day. 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

Jan 4, 202329 min

Untangling the Mess That Was Commanders Offense

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The Washington Commanders are officially out of the playoffs with their loss to the Cleveland Browns last Sunday. Logan Paulsen and Craig Hoffman attempt to unravel this mess of a game and try to figure out just what future this coaching staff is planning for. Logan and Craig continue to unravel why this impressive group could only score 10. The guys question what style quarterback Scott Turner and Ron Rivera even want to play. Craig's wife Rachel asks: Why don’t we give McLaurin the ball more? Logan has a story time talking about how effective offensive coordinators work on the playbook with their quarterbacks. Logan also defends the questionable 4th and 1 pitch play, a position Craig doesn’t completely agree with. and what happened to the run efficiency? 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

Jan 4, 202324 min

Who's The Commanders Starting QB? Breaking Down Defensive Performance

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The Washington Commanders are officially out of the playoffs with their loss to the Cleveland Browns last Sunday. Logan Paulsen and Craig Hoffman attempt to unravel this mess of a game and try to figure out just what future this coaching staff is planning for. The guys take all their analysis from last week's game to ask one of the most important question: Who will be the Commanders starting quarterback Sunday? Logan doesn’t believe that Sam Howell should be the starter but Craig disagrees. Then they close out the show by talking about the defense and asking what happened to give up 27 points. 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

Jan 4, 202321 min

FANTASY LOOK: Week 17 Takeaways Pt. III | 'Upper Hand Fantasy'

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From 'Upper Hand Fantasy' (subscribe here), Faraz & Zach finish off their takeaways from Week 17 with a look at JK Dobbins & Mark Andrews, the Packers huge win over the Vikings, Carson Wentz struggling in his return as the starter, Cam Akers' late-season resurgence and more. Check out Faraz's full weekly rankings and get more access to answer all of your fantasy football questions on our Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/Upperhandfantasy Make sure to check out Underdog's Pick'Ems for every NFL slate. Use the code UPPERHANDPOD to double your initial deposit up to $100: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/pc-xIm5iPVvo7fantasy 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

Jan 3, 202330 min