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The Loss To Cleveland And The End Of The Season Opinons

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The day after the Commanders playoff chances came to an end with a stunning loss to the Browns, Logan joins Craig on The Hoffman Show to talk about the pitiful offensive performance. He gives insight into how the choices made by Ron Rivera and offensive coordinators Scott Turner doomed Carson Wentz and the offense. Plus, why Logan thinks that Washington shouldn't start Sam Howell on Sunday against Micah Parsons and the Dallas 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

Jan 3, 202325 min

Instant Reaction: Washington Commanders Fall to Cleveland Browns

The Commanders went back to Carson Wentz in hopes of a playoff berth. Ron Rivera's decision backfired almost immediately. The Commanders fall to the Browns 24-10 in an embarrassing offensive performance, losing Jon Allen in the process on defense. Craig Hoffman and Logan Paulsen Break it 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

Jan 2, 202330 min

BONUS: Does Carson Wentz Hold A Grudge Against Cleveland? | 'It's Always Gameday In Cleveland'

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From 'It's Always Gameday in Cleveland' (subscribe here): Host Daryl Ruiter is joined by Craig Hoffman of 'Take Command' and Team 980 in Washington, D.C., to break down the Xs and Os of the Browns-Commanders New Year's Day matchup. They discuss if starting Carson Wentz is the right move, whether or not he might hold a grudge against the Browns and what to look out for with Chase Young on the field. 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

Dec 31, 202214 min

Can the Commanders Beat The Browns To Keep Control of Their Playoff Destiny?

Carson Wentz and the Commanders can maintain control of their playoff lives this weekend with a win over the Cleveland Browns. How has Cleveland looked since Deshaun Watson's return and will they be a formidable opponent having been eliminated from playoff contention themselves? "It's Always Gameday in Cleveland's" Daryl Ruiter (92.3 The Fan) joins us to break it all down, plus the film insight from Logan you love! 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

Dec 30, 202255 min

Daryl Ruiter Talks The Cleveland Beat Regarding Sunday's Game + Watson

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Sunday is a must-win game for the Commanders against the Cleveland Browns, Logan Paulsen and Craig Hoffman break down the Browns to preview the game. "It's Always Gameday in Cleveland's" Daryl Ruiter (92.3 The Fan) joins us to break down what it's been like to cover a team like the Cleveland Browns and what the feeling in Cleveland is like before the game for 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

Dec 30, 202220 min

What Can The Defense Expect From Watson And The Browns?

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Logan and Craig start the preview to Browns vs. Commanders by looking at the Brown's offense. Logan says that there are absolutely players and calls that the commanders should be afraid of, because Watson has returned they seem to have a split playstyle. Craig points out that the browns have attempted both run and pass centric offenses and they seem to want to be a passing offense without the outside threats to make it truly dangerous. 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

Dec 30, 202222 min

What Can We Expect From Wentz And Scott Turner?

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Logan and Craig continue the preview of Browns vs. Commanders by looking at the Cleveland defense. The guys look at how the Cleveland defense works and what we should expect from Scott and Wentz. Logan says that he wishes that Scott takes it easy and just makes sure Carson feels safe on the pass rush. Craig says that he is cautiously optimistic to see what some of the game plan throwing plays will be with Carson in at Quarterback, but they need to keep the same running gameplan that has been successful all year. 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

Dec 30, 202212 min

Breaking Down the Commanders Christmas Eve Loss To The 49ers

After the Commanders 37-20 Christmas Eve loss to the San Francisco, Logan Paulsen and Craig Hoffman take a look at the film to break down the loss. Logan and Craig start out by looking over the Washington’s offense in the 37-20 loss. Logan points out that the Commanders knew how the 49ers were going to play defense and the lack of changing the scheme was baffling. Craig says that there were issues with the Commanders following their own beneficial playstyle. Next, the guys take a look at the Commanders quarterbacking and at Heinicke’s performance. Logan says that he has to take back what he said in the postgame pod about Heinicke having a solid first quarter because he missed so many opportunities. Logan countered that while there were issues, he made amazing highlight reel plays. Also, the guys cover the red zone offense. Logan and Craig both agree that while this was a more efficient red zone offense, it was lacking in creativity. Finally, the guys take a look at the defense who while playing decently for the first half, fell apart in the second half against Kyle Shanahan and the 49ers. Both Logan and Craig emphasize how Kam Curl’s injury effects the defense. Also the guys point out that San Fran was calling wild stuff that seemed to have spooked Jack Del Rio. 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

Dec 28, 202258 min

Why Was the Commanders Offense Stagnant?

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After the Commanders 37-20 Christmas Eve loss to the San Francisco, Logan Paulsen and Craig Hoffman take a look at the film to break down the loss. Logan and Craig start out by looking over Washington’s offense in the 37-20 loss. Logan points out that the Commanders knew how the 49ers were going to play defense and the lack of changing the scheme was baffling. Craig says that there were issues with the Commanders following their own beneficial playstyle. 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

Dec 28, 202224 min

Was This Heinicke's Last Stand?

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After the Commanders' 37-20 Christmas Eve loss to the San Francisco, Logan Paulsen and Craig Hoffman take a look at the film to break down the loss. The guys take a look at the Commanders quarterbacking and at Heinicke’s performance. Logan says that he has to take back what he said in the postgame pod about Heinicke having a solid first quarter because he missed so many opportunities. Logan countered that while there were issues, he made amazing highlight reel plays. Also, the guys cover the red zone offense. Logan and Craig both agree that while this was a more efficient red zone offense, it was lacking in creativity. 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

Dec 28, 202221 min

Commanders Defense Couldnt Stop Shanahan

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After the Commanders' 37-20 Christmas Eve loss to the San Francisco, Logan Paulsen and Craig Hoffman take a look at the film to break down the loss. The guys take a look at the defense while playing decently for the first half, fell apart in the second half against Kyle Shanahan and the 49ers. Both Logan and Craig emphasize how Kam Curl’s injury affects the defense. Also, the guys point out that San Fran was calling wild stuff that seemed to have spooked Jack Del Rio. 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

Dec 28, 202213 min

FANTASY LOOK: Dotson Finds the Endzone | 'Upper Hand Fantasy'

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From 'Upper Hand Fantasy' (subscribe here), Faraz & Zach finish off their reactions to what we saw in Week 16 with a look at George Kittle's massive game, Jahan Dotson finding the end zone again and Davante Adams with another dud, along with recaps of Eagles/Cowboys, Dolphins/Packers, Rams/Broncos and Bucs/Cardinals. 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

Dec 26, 202229 min

It's A Blue Christmas For The Commanders: Instant Reactions To The Loss

The Washington Commanders fall to the San Francisco 49er's Christmas Eve 37-20. Logan and Craig give their immediate reactions towards the game and what went wrong. Logan says that the game was closer than the score shows due to short fields and turnovers, the score was the second-highest point total scored against the Commanders all season. Craig points out that Scott Turner seems to have issues mixing his play call and seems to call plays with his head 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

Dec 25, 202234 min

BONUS: Picking the Best Games on Christmas Eve | 'The Best Football Show'

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From 'The Best Football Show' (subscribe here), The holidays are lined up with some great football games and Eliot shares his thoughts on the slate of games Christmas Eve. 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

Dec 24, 202210 min

Previewing The Commanders Christmas Eve Matchup With San Francisco

Commanders are up against the San Francisco 49ers It’s time to preview the final Logan Paulsen bowl of the season. Craig and Logan start out the pod by talking about Kyle Shanahan and attempting to explain what makes him such a good offensive coordinator. Logan gives some insight from his years of playing in Kyle’s offenses both in DC and in San Francisco. The overall impression is that Kyle gets how offenses and defenses operate and lives for football. Next, the guys do their scouting for San Francisco. While the 49ers had a decent start to the season offensively, Once Christian McCaffrey joined the squad this has become next level. Logan goes in depth as to what McCaffery brings as a matchup. Craig says that if the 49ers are still trying to win, Christian will get at least 25 touches. Logan also says that we need to be wary of the San Fran defense as it is “dynamic as heck” and Craig points out that we need to play our style of football from the start. The guys react to the breaking news that Chase Young will play this week. Logan says that it's good he’s back but he doesn’t think it will be dramatic and Craig believes that he realized he had to play after Kayvon Thibodeaux tore us up last week. The guys close out by talking about the seasons of all our players nominated to the 2022-2023 Pro Bowl team: Jonathan Allen, Tress Way, Jeremy Reaves, Terry McLaurin 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

Dec 23, 202258 min

Explaining The Genius Of Kyle Shanahan's 49ers

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Commanders are up against the San Francisco 49ers It’s time to preview the final Logan Paulsen bowl of the season. Craig and Logan start out the pod by talking about Kyle Shanahan and attempting to explain what makes him such a good offensive coordinator. Logan gives some insight from his years of playing in Kyle’s offenses both in DC and in San Francisco. The overall impression is that Kyle gets how offenses and defenses operate and lives for football. 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

Dec 23, 202218 min

Scouting The San Francisco 49ers

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Commanders are up against the San Francisco 49ers It’s time to preview the final Logan Paulsen bowl of the season. The guys do their scouting for San Francisco. While the 49ers had a decent start to the season offensively, Once Christian McCaffrey joined the squad this has become next level. Logan goes in depth as to what McCaffery brings as a matchup. Craig says that if the 49ers are still trying to win, Christian will get at least 25 touches. Logan also says that we need to be wary of the San Fran defense as it is “dynamic as heck” and Craig points out that we need to play our style of football from the start. 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

Dec 23, 202227 min

Chase Young Is Back + Pro Bowl Nominations

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Commanders are up against the San Francisco 49ers It’s time to preview the final Logan Paulsen bowl of the season. The guys react to the breaking news that Chase Young will play this week. Logan says that its good he’s back but he doesn’t think it will be dramatic and Craig believes that he realized he had to play after Kayvon Thibodeaux tore us up last week. The guys close out by talking about the seasons of all our players nominated to the 2022-2023 Pro-Bowl team: Jonathan Allen, Tress Way, Jeremy Reaves, Terry McLaurin 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

Dec 23, 202214 min

Quick Slants: McLaurin and Lamb Make The Pro Bowl | 'Reception Perception'

From 'Reception Perception' (subscribe here), Matt and James discuss which wide receivers were selected to the NFL Pro Bowl. James also asks why Austin Ekeler wasn't given more of a look at the running back position. Tune In. Matt Harmon and James Koh whip around the NFL and cover the position they know best: Wide receivers. Using the data from Harmon's exclusive Reception Perception charting methodology, the guys give their takes on receivers at every level of the game. Whether it's the biggest stars in the league or new rookies bursting on the scene, you won't get better wideout information anywhere else. Along the way, they'll break down the biggest stories in the NFL and offer up a few big-picture fantasy football thoughts, as well. Follow the guys on Twitter @JamesDKoh and @MattHarmon_BYB. Follow Reception Perception @RecepPerception. Download and Subscribe to the Reception Perception Show anywhere you get your podcasts. Watch segments of the show on YouTube at Matt Harmon!! 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

Dec 23, 20225 min

BONUS: This Commander Makes His 1st Pro Bowl | 'The Best Football Show'

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From 'The Best Football Show' (subscribe here), Eliot reacts to the players that should've been sent to the pro bowl that weren't? Who did you think deserved to be in? 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

Dec 23, 202213 min

Exploring How Daniel Jones Beat the Commanders...Again

Taylor Heinicke and the Commanders came out with a different gameplan on Sunday night. It didn't work. Craig and Logan break down the first half failure and how Scott Turner needs to stick to Washington's identity under Ron Rivera to win games in 2022. The guys then talk about the issues scoring in the red zone. What can the Commanders do to finally get touchdowns inside the 20 yard line, and are they actually close with the plan they have? Finally the guys talk defense. How good was Washington's "better half" on Sunday night, even if It came in a disappointing loss to Daniel Jones. Also, why does Jones become a better version of himself vs 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

Dec 21, 202255 min

The Commanders Lost The Game In The First Quarter

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Following the Commanders 20-12 loss to the New York Giants, Logan and Craig take time to break down what went wrong in the Sunday Night Football competition. The Guys open the show by asking the question, what happened in the first quarter when we had position but only managed to put up 3 points. They say the first two drives were incredibly frustrating because it seemed as though the Commanders offense was playing to what the Giants were bad at, not what they were good at. 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

Dec 21, 202219 min

Why Can't The Commanders Score in the Red Zone?

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Following the Commanders 20-12 loss to the New York Giants, Logan and Craig take time to break down what went wrong in the Sunday Night Football competition. Logan and Craig try to figure out why the Commanders are having such major issues in the red zone. Logan says that the only reason for so many mistakes to happen in the red zone is that they don’t practice enough. Craig says that they don’t keep to their most efficient offense in the red zone which doesn’t give the best options. 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

Dec 21, 202221 min

Commanders Defense Did Much Better This Week

Following the Commanders 20-12 loss to the New York Giants, Logan and Craig take time to break down what went wrong in the Sunday Night Football competition. The guys talk about Jack Del Rio and the defense. Given that the defense only gave up 13 points and had 1 long drive, the guys have to say that it was a good game from them. Logan says that the long drive was completely driven by Daniel Jones turning up a gear and Craig points out that the only way this team could beat us is with a fumble scoop and score. 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

Dec 21, 202214 min

BONUS: Who Is Making the Playoffs From the NFC East? | 'In the Huddle'

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From 'In The Huddle' (subscribe here), Carl and Jason dive right into the wild finish between the Patriots and Raiders before turning their attention to what Joe Burrow and the Cincinnati Bengals did to Tom Brady over the weekend and try to project what the Bengals might do come playoff time. 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

Dec 21, 202219 min

BONUS: NFC East Limping Towards Playoffs | 'Reception Perception'

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From 'Reception Perception' (subscribe here), Matt and James discuss the injury to Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts, what that does for AJ Brown and Devonta Smith the next few week, and if it takes him out of the NFL MVP conversation. They turn the conversation to the Washington Commanders and specifically Jahan Dotson's big play tendencies. Tune In. Matt Harmon and James Koh whip around the NFL and cover the position they know best: Wide receivers. Using the data from Harmon's exclusive Reception Perception charting methodology, the guys give their takes on receivers at every level of the game. Whether it's the biggest stars in the league or new rookies bursting on the scene, you won't get better wideout information anywhere else. Along the way, they'll break down the biggest stories in the NFL and offer up a few big-picture fantasy football thoughts, as well. Follow the guys on Twitter @JamesDKoh and @MattHarmon_BYB. Follow Reception Perception @RecepPerception. Download and Subscribe to the Reception Perception Show anywhere you get your podcasts. Watch segments of the show on YouTube at Matt Harmon!! 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

Dec 20, 202219 min

Commanders Have Themselves To Blame in Loss to NYG

While the officiating was a major story, the Commanders have plenty to point the fingers at themselves about with their gut-wrenching loss to the New York Giants. Taylor Heinicke and company could only muster 12 points and Craig Hoffman and Logan Paulsen are looking squarely at Scott Turner as the main culprit why. The guys hypothesize what went wrong, including why Brian Robinson didn't get more touches, as well as dive into key plays in the game by Jahan Dotson and Terry McLaurin that ultimately led to the 20-12 loss on Sunday Night Football. 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

Dec 19, 202233 min

BONUS: The NFL's Replay Problem | '1st & Pod'

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From '1st & Pod' (subscribe here), Danny Parkins discusses the controversial plays in the Giant's victory, the biggest failure of the season for New England, the Lions may be the luckiest team in the league 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

Dec 19, 202217 min

BONUS: Washington or New York - Who Makes the Playoffs? | '1st & Pod'

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From '1st & Pod' (subscribe here), Andrew and Danny look at which NFC East not named the Eagles can make the playoffs, if Kevin O'Connell is a good coach, if there should be coaching changes in New England 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

Dec 17, 202222 min

Take Command Live Featuring You!

Before The Commanders go against the New York Giants for control of their playoff futures, Logan Paulsen and Craig Hoffman hold a Mailbag episode of Take Command Live. The guys bring in fans to the pod to ask their questions: First Stephen asks us what the likelihood is of Heinicke coming back next year and whether would you bring back Carson Wentz. Craig says that you kind of have to stay with Heinicke if he wins a playoff game, but both the guys agree he isn't Washington's long-term solution. Logan says that he's the guy to keep and have as the "beat for the job" guy and to try to draft in for a quarterback. Next, Tom asks the guys what Benjamin St. Juste could bring to the defense in regards to defensive variance/process. Logan says that having defensive variance is more a symbol of less talented teams, so there's less need for the Commanders to increase defensive variance. Craig brings up that because of the previous matchup, we have the potential to be more aggressive on run defense. Dennis asks: What are the biggest keys to a win (NOT a tie) on Sunday against the Giants? Logan says that one of the big ways to knock the Giants off their game is to go up and force New York to drop back and try to make bigger plays. Craig points out that controlling Daniel Jones in the pocket will also be a big factor. And Lynnell comes in at the end and asks: what solutions do you have to improve the red zone offense? Logan says that Scott has done a good job designing plays that get players open. Craig points out that part of the issue has been that the play on the field has been a tik too late. 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

Dec 16, 202250 min

Do You Bring Hinicke Back For 2023-24?

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Before The Commanders go against the New York Giants for control of their playoff futures, Logan Paulsen and Craig Hoffman hold a Mailbag episode of Take Command Live. The guys bring in fans to the pod to ask their questions: First Stephen asks us what the likelihood is of Heinicke coming back next year and whether would you bring back Carson Wentz. Craig says that you kind of have to stay with Heinicke if he wins a playoff game, but both the guys agree he isn't Washington's long-term solution. Logan says that he's the guy to keep and have as the "beat for the job" guy and to try to draft in for a quarterback. 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

Dec 16, 202215 min

What Does St. Juste Bring To Defensive Process?

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Before The Commanders go against the New York Giants for control of their playoff futures, Logan Paulsen and Craig Hoffman hold a Mailbag episode of Take Command Live. The guys bring in fans to the pod to ask their questions: Tom asks the guys what Benjamin St. Juste could bring to the defense in regards to defensive variance/process. Logan says that having defensive variance is more a symbol of less talented teams, so there's less need for the Commanders to increase defensive variance. Craig brings up that because of the previous matchup, we have the potential to be more aggressive on run 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

Dec 16, 202218 min

Keys To A Commanders Win Over New York + Red Zone Offense

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Before The Commanders go against the New York Giants for control of their playoff futures, Logan Paulsen and Craig Hoffman hold a Mailbag episode of Take Command Live. The guys bring in fans to the pod to ask their questions: Dennis asks: What are the biggest keys to a win (NOT a tie) on Sunday against the Giants? Logan says that one of the big ways to knock the Giants off their game is to go up and to force the New York to drop back and try to make bigger plays. Craig points out that controlling Daniel Jones in the pocket will also be a big factor. And Lynnell comes in at the end and asks: what solutions do you have to improve the red zone offense? Logan says that Scott has done a good job designing plays that get players open. Craig points out that part of the issue has been that the play on the field has been a tik too late. 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

Dec 16, 202216 min

FANTASY LOOK: What to do With Commanders Backfield? | 'Upper Hand Fantasy'

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From 'Upper Hand Fantasy' (subscribe here) - Faraz & Zach go over their running back rankings for the first week of the playoffs, including Tony Pollard, Nick Chubb, Joe Mixon, James Conner, Zonovan Knight and more. Is Jonathan Taylor due for a 2-touchdown game? Is Isiah Pacheco set up for a little breakout against Houston? Can you trust Travis Etienne? Also, what to make of the Seattle, Washington, Carolina and New England backfields. 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

Dec 15, 202244 min

Commanders Are Closing In On The Playoffs

Given the Commanders bye week, Logan and Craig start out the show by talking about Philadelphia's 48-22 victory. The guys say that despite the resounding difference in score, it wasn't an easy start for the Eagles, and given Jalen Hurt's play style it would be difficult for us to have a similar performance Sunday. Logan and Craig take some time to break down Washington's potential offense against a Giants team after the successful bye week. Logan and Craig ask the question, how much do you change the game plan because of New York's injuries in the secondary or if you rely on the run game that has gotten us here? With The Commanders sitting in 6th place in the NFC and facing the number 7 seed New York Giants, Washington has statistically taken control of their playoff birth. If the Commanders beat the Giants, they will have an 86% chance of making it to the playoffs. Logan and Craig take a second to talk about how the locker room should be feeling right now, and if all goes well, who they would like to face in the playoffs. 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

Dec 14, 202249 min

What to Learn From A Giant Loss To Philly?

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Given the Commanders bye week, Logan and Craig start out the show by talking about Philadelphia's 48-22 victory. The guys say that despite the resounding difference in score, it wasn't an easy start for the Eagles, and given Jalen Hurt's play style it would be difficult for us to have a similar performance Sunday. 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

Dec 14, 202216 min

Breaking Down Heinicke's Variance

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Logan and Craig take some time to break down Washington's potential offense against a Giants team after the successful bye week. Logan and Craig ask the question, how much do you change the game plan because of New York's injuries in the secondary or if you rely on the run game that has gotten us here? 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

Dec 14, 202217 min

Commanders Control Their Playoff Berth

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With The Commanders sitting in 6th place in the NFC and facing the number 7 seed New York Giants, Washington has statistically taken control of their playoff birth. If the Commanders beat the Giants, they will have an 86% chance of making it to the playoffs. Logan and Craig take a second to talk about how the locker room should be feeling right now, and if all goes well, who they would like to face in the playoffs. 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

Dec 14, 202216 min

FANTASY LOOK: Jahan Dotson To Command Targets? | 'Upper Hand Fantasy'

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From 'Upper Hand Fantasy' (subscribe here) - Faraz & Zach debate what kind of value Jahan Dotson could have for the fantasy playoffs with the talented rookie coming off a 9-target game before the Commanders bye in Week 14. 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

Dec 13, 20223 min

The Commanders Had A GREAT Bye Week

The Commanders had a great weekend by not playing, as they saw the Giants and Seahawks lose. Craig and Logan talk about the wild Week 14 NFL weekend, how Washington’s playoff chances stack up, and more before diving into more Commanders questions. The guys talk about how much Washington misses Cole Holcomb, and how Jamin Davis, Kam Curl, and Bobby McCain have helped replace him. Plus, how much trouble would they be in without Kendall Fuller or Benjamin St. Juste. Finally, the guys talk quarterback. Should Washington go all in to trade for Kyler Murray this off-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

Dec 12, 202255 min

Did The Commanders Bye Their Way Into The Playoffs?

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The Commanders had a great weekend by not playing, as they saw the Giants and Seahawks lose. Craig and Logan talk about the wild Week 14 NFL weekend, how Washington’s playoff chances stack up, and more before diving into more Commanders questions. 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

Dec 12, 202216 min

Who Are The Biggest Dogs On The Commanders Defense?

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The guys talk about how much Washington misses Cole Holcomb, and how Jamin Davis, Kam Curl, and Bobby McCain have helped replace him. Plus, how much trouble would they be in without Kendall Fuller or 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

Dec 12, 202224 min

Should Commanders Blow It All For Murray?

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Logan and Craig answer the question everyone has been asking: Should Commanders Blow It All For Murray? 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

Dec 12, 202214 min

Bye Week Commanders Offense Self Scout

It's time for the Commander's week 13 bye and Logan Paulsen and Craig Hoffman take some time to conduct a self-scout on the offense. First, the guys take a look at Taylor Heinicke and ask the question of how can he be more effective. The guys point out that there aren't a whole lot of run schemes made specifically for him and ask if that would help. Next, the guys take a look at the pace of play and ask, can the offense add some tempo to their scheme without cannibalizing the amazing clock control that has been a staple this whole year? Finally, the guys open up the mailbag and answer a question given to us by Kyle: How can you explain Scott Turner's scheme for the Commander's offense? 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

Dec 9, 20221h 4m

Can Heinicke Do Better Down The Stretch?

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It's time for the Commander's week 13 bye and Logan Paulsen and Craig Hoffman take some time to conduct a self-scout on the offense. The guys take a look at Taylor Heinicke and ask the question of how can he be more effective. The guys point out that there aren't a whole lot of run schemes made specifically for him and ask if that would help. 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

Dec 9, 202226 min

Can The Commanders Offense Raise The Tempo?

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It's time for the Commander's week 13 bye and Logan Paulsen and Craig Hoffman take some time to conduct a self-scout on the offense. The guys take a look at the pace of play and ask, can the offense add some tempo to their scheme without cannibalizing the amazing clock control that has been a staple this whole year? 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

Dec 9, 202220 min

Mailbag: Explaining Scott Turners Offense

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It's time for the Commander's week 13 bye and Logan Paulsen and Craig Hoffman take some time to conduct a self-scout on the offense. Finally, the guys open up the mailbag and answer a question given to us by Kyle: How can you explain Scott Turner's scheme for the Commander's 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

Dec 9, 202218 min

BONUS: McLaurin is Knocking on the Door of Superstardom | 'Reception Perception'

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From 'Reception Perception' (subscribe here) - Matt and James look at receivers that are knocking on the door of becoming superstars, as well as younger receivers that have the potential to become stars in their own right. Tune In. Matt Harmon and James Koh whip around the NFL and cover the position they know best: Wide receivers. Using the data from Harmon's exclusive Reception Perception charting methodology, the guys give their takes on receivers at every level of the game. Whether it's the biggest stars in the league or new rookies bursting on the scene, you won't get better wideout information anywhere else. Along the way, they'll break down the biggest stories in the NFL and offer up a few big-picture fantasy football thoughts, as well. Follow the guys on Twitter @JamesDKoh and @MattHarmon_BYB. Follow Reception Perception @RecepPerception. Download and Subscribe to the Reception Perception Show anywhere you get your podcasts. Watch segments of the show on YouTube at Matt Harmon!! 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

Dec 8, 202219 min

Everything Mattered In The Commanders Tie With The Giants

The Commanders brought the game to the wire on Sunday but ended up with a tie against the New York Giants. Logan and Craig spend this episode breaking down the film from the game and looking at what went right, wrong, and how we ended with a tie. First, the guys take a look at the offense, specifically they look at how Heinicke and the passing game operated against Wink Martindale's defense. While Logan and Craig admit that there were well-done plays, there were more issues with passing and Heinicke sailed a few too many balls. Next, the guys talk about the finally confirmed Commanders offense being a run-centric offense and what that might mean for the future with lines and how they will attack upcoming games. lastly, the guys take a look at the Commanders defense and at the overtime plays. Logan says that the Defense didn't play well, but well enough to get the tie and Craig has some questions regarding actions the Commanders took in overtime. 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

Dec 7, 202256 min

How Was Heinicke Against The Giants

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The Commanders brought the game to the wire on Sunday but ended up with a tie against the New York Giants. Logan and Craig spend this episode breaking down the film from the game and looking at what went right, wrong, and how we ended with a tie. The guys take a look at the offense, specifically they look at how Heinicke and the passing game operated against Wink Martindale's defense. While Logan and Craig admit that there were well-done plays, there were more issues with passing and Heinicke sailed a few too many balls. 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

Dec 7, 202222 min