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Take Command

Craig Hoffman and former NFL tight end Logan Paulsen give expert commentary on Washington Commanders football. It’s the go-to resource for serious Commanders fans who are interested in in-depth analysis and a deeper understanding of the game. Craig Hoffman is a longtime DC sports talk show host and reporter. Logan Paulsen played tight end for 8 seasons in the NFL, including 5 years for Washington.
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Bonus: Secrets In The NFL+ Explaining Cadence

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 o...

Feb 01, 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 tea...

Jan 31, 202351 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 mor...

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...

Jan 31, 202315 min

What Would Kellen Moore Have Brought To Washington?

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 changi...

Jan 31, 202314 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 reg...

Jan 26, 202357 min

Nicki Jhabvala Gives Her Thoughts On The Commander OC Candidates

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 ou...

Jan 26, 202321 min

Should The Commanders Get A Veteran Quarterback?

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.co...

Jan 26, 202323 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, 202312 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://w...

Jan 24, 202356 min

Is Pat Shurmur The Top Candidate For The Commanders OC?

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?

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, 202326 min

DB Coach Chris Harris Is Moving On From Washington

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, 20237 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 t...

Jan 19, 20231 hr 1 min

Who Are The Leading Commanders Offensive Coordinator Candidates?

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/adchoice...

Jan 19, 202322 min

Breaking Down Play Calls In West vs East Coast Offenses

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...

Jan 19, 202312 min

Previews and Predictions For The NFL Divisional Round

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, 202326 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,...

Jan 17, 20231 hr 10 min

John Keim Helps Unravel The Sale Of The Commanders

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...

Jan 17, 202319 min

John Keim Breaks Down Who Could Be The Commanders Newest OC

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 t...

Jan 17, 202320 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 regard...

Jan 17, 202329 min

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

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, 202310 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 Ta...

Jan 13, 20231 hr 5 min

What Could New Ownership Mean For The Commanders?

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 a...

Jan 13, 202323 min

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

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, 202324 min

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

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, 20231 hr 1 min

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...

Jan 11, 20231 hr 20 min

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

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: http...

Jan 11, 202327 min

How Did Howell Stack Up In His First NFL Victory?

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 li...

Jan 11, 202318 min
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