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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 FIRE SALE: 5 Potential Buyers For Washington Commanders | The Best Football Show

News broke yesterday that Commanders' owner Dan Snyder is getting ready to sell the team. Here are 5 potential buyers who could make an offer for the franchise. Subscribe to The Best Football Show! 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

Nov 03, 202214 min

Everything You Need To Know About Dan Snyder's Potential Sale of the Commanders (feat. Kevin Sheehan, Seth Wickersham, RGIII, and more)

In this special episode of Take Command, Craig Hoffman guides you through interviews from The Hoffman Show and Grant & Danny that provide all the context and information you need to know about Dan Snyder's potential sale of the Commanders. 2:10 - Craig talks with Kevin Sheehan about the Forbes report and what it would mean for the city if Snyder sold 23:36 - G&D talk to Seth Wickersham (ESPN) about how his reporting could have made Snyder realize he had to sell 34:20 - Craig talks with M...

Nov 02, 20221 hr 10 min

BONUS: Are the Commanders Better with Heinicke? | In the Huddle

Carl and Jason dive into the biggest storylines through 8 weeks of the NFL season. Together they discuss whether or not anyone besides Lamar Jackson could have the Ravens winning games as currently constructed. Jason says Zach Wilson isn't even the best QB on the Jets roster. Plus, more news and notes from the Cowboys, Dolphins, Raiders, Commanders and more. Subscribe to In the Huddle To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Lear...

Nov 02, 202242 min

Analyzing The Commanders Win Over The Colts

Logan and Craig start out the breakdown of the Commanders win Sunday by looking at the offense and answering the question, why doesn't the offense look good? Craig asks if Heinicke's performance was actually good, or if his 4th quarter heroics boosted his stats. Logan and Craig Continue the analysis of the win over the Indianapolis Colts by looking at the offensive scheme that Scott Turner and Taylor Heinicke played. What Logan and Craig see is that when the play scheme starts to play it confuse...

Nov 02, 202247 min

Did Heinicke Secure His Place As Starting Quarterback?

Logan and Craig start out the breakdown of the Commanders win Sunday by looking at the offense and answering the question, why doesn't the offense look good? Craig asks if Heinicke's performance was actually good, or if his 4th quarter heroics boosted his stats. 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

Nov 02, 202223 min

How Is The Offensive Scheme Progressing

Logan and Craig Continue the analysis of the win over the Indianapolis Colts by looking at the offensive scheme that Scott Turner and Taylor Heinicke played. What Logan and Craig see is that when the play scheme starts to play it confuses opponents. 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

Nov 02, 202214 min

How Did The Colts Show A Weakness In Our Defense?

Logan and Craig close out the breakdown of the Commanders win over the Colts by asking how did the Defense play Sunday? They came to terms with the fact that this was a difficult game to prepare for with a mobile quarterback but that the performance against the Colts gave fear in regards to facing mobile quarterbacks. 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/adcho...

Nov 02, 202213 min

BONUS: Terry McLaurin is ALL the Way Back | Reception Perception

Matt Harmon is joined by Alex Gelhar as they give out their top five receivers of the NFL season so far. They then dive into Terry McLaurin of the Washington Commanders and how the resurfacing of Taylor Heinecke has revived his game. 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...

Nov 01, 202219 min

Instant Reaction To Commanders 17-16 Win Over The Colts

Logan and Craig give their immediate reactions to the 17-16 win over the Indianapolis Colts. While it's great that the Commanders won their 3rd in a row and are now at 4-4, that was not the prettiest win and there were offensive issues. However, the undeniable best player has to be Terry McLaurin and the defense played really well. Also, is Taylor Heinicke the quarterback of the future? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Le...

Oct 31, 202235 min

America's Game of The Week: Sam Ehlinger vs Taylor Heinicke (feat. Ryan Hickey)

Ryan Hickey from the Blue Horseshoe podcast stops by to preview Colts and Commanders. What was originally billed as Carson Wentz vs his former team is now the matchup of two similar quarterbacks that very much don't fit the Wentz or Matt Ryan mold. Who will come out on top in this matchup of wildcards at the QB position? Plus, Logan and Craig break down who the Colts have been on tape, the challenges they present, and how Indianapolis might look different against Washington thanks to the QB chan...

Oct 28, 202253 min

Ryan Hickey talks Colts - QB Change, Frank Reich, Jim Irsay, and more

Ryan Hickey from the Blue Horseshoe podcast stops by to preview Colts and Commanders. What was originally billed as Carson Wentz vs his former team is now the matchup of two similar quarterbacks that very much don't fit the Wentz or Matt Ryan mold. Who will come out on top in this matchup of wildcards at the QB position? 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/ad...

Oct 28, 202225 min

Film Room Preview: Preparing for Sam Ehlinger's Colts

How will the Colts offense look different with Sam Ehlinger replacing Matt Ryan? How do the Commanders even prepare? Logan Paulsen tells all in this trip inside the film room. 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

Oct 28, 202220 min

Can The Commanders Make Terry McLaurin's Homecoming a Success?

Logan Paulsen gives his scouting report of the Gus Bradley led Colts defense. How have they performed without Shaq Leonard, and who do the Commanders need to be aware of? Plus, how can Taylor Heinicke continue to find Terry McLaurin as the Commanders star wideout heads home as a professional for the first 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...

Oct 28, 20229 min

23-21 Comprehensive Review Of The Commanders Win

Logan and Craig start the breakdown of the huge win from the Commanders by looking at how Heinicke played. The guys come to the conclusion that it was the tale of two different halves, one really bad, one leading the team to victory and Logan says he played better than most people realized. Logan and Craig continue the breakdown of the win over the Green Bay Packers by talking about how the offense schemed. The guys say they were really impressed with what was being played once the offense got m...

Oct 26, 202253 min

How Did Heinicke Play In His First Win This Season?

Logan and Craig start the breakdown of the huge win from the Commanders by looking at how Heinicke played. The guys come to the conclusion that it was the tale of two different halves, one really bad, one leading the team to victory and Logan says he played better than most people realized. 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

Oct 26, 202215 min

Why Did The Offense Look More Diverse?

Logan and Craig continue the breakdown of the win over the Green Bay Packers by talking about how the offense schemed. The guys say they were really impressed with what was being played once the offense got moving. Once Heinicke started converting on 3rd downs and the offense got moving it started to look very diverse. Also, Gibbson has proven himself as a key part of the offense. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn mo...

Oct 26, 202217 min

How Did The Defense Stop Rodgers And The Packers

Logan And Craig finish the review of the win over the Green Bay Packers by looking at how our defense matched up. While the guys say our defense did enough, Rodger’s lack of accuracy caused some issues. Also for the second week in a row special teams deserves a breakdown for their big plays. 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

Oct 26, 202219 min

BONUS: Fantasy Managers It's Time to Sell B. Robinson | Upper Hand Fantasy

Faraz & Zach explain why you should be looking to sell Aaron Jones & Brian Robinson if they are currently on your fantasy roster. Subscribe to Upper Hand Fantasy! 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 UPPERHAND to double your initial deposit up to $100: https://play.underdogfantasy....

Oct 25, 20225 min

Commanders Beat Green Bay 23-21 Instant Reaction

Logan and Craig give their immediate reactions to the 23-21 win over the Green Bay Packers. The guys talk about the high points in the win including Gibbson, Robinson, an Heinicke. 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

Oct 24, 202224 min

BONUS: Packers -4.5 @ Commanders | Cash the Ticket

A backup makes Mike more comfortable to bet this game. Is there something wrong in Green Bay? Valenti and Costa give their thoughts on Cash the Ticket. Subscribe to Cash the Ticket! 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

Oct 22, 20224 min

Comprehensive Preview before Green Bay @ Washington

Logan and Craig start out the comprehensive look at the Green Bay Packers by looking at their offense. The guys ask the important question, what happened to the often-vaunted Green Bay offense? There are a lot of issues from the offensive line, a scheme that seems to have gotten away from them, and a quarterback who hasn't been playing well. The important question is, can the Commanders stop Aaron Rodgers and the Packers? Logan and Craig continue the detailed breakdown of the Green Bay Packers b...

Oct 21, 202258 min

Can Del Rio Stop A Failing Green Bay Offense?

Logan and Craig start out the comprehensive look at the Green Bay Packers by looking at their offense. The guys ask the important question, what happened to the often-vaunted Green Bay offense? There are a lot of issues from the offensive line, a scheme that seems to have gotten away from them, and a quarterback who hasn't been playing well. The important question is, can the Commanders stop Aaron Rodgers and the Packers? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https:/...

Oct 21, 202223 min

How Will Heinicke Run Scott Turners Offense?

Logan and Craig continue the detailed breakdown of the Green Bay Packers by looking at their defense and more specifically how a Scott Turner offense will run through Taylor Heinicke. While we obviously don't know everything right now, Logan believes that Heinicke could open up the playbook and offer a more balanced 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/a...

Oct 21, 202216 min

Could Special Teams Be A Big Part Of A Win On Sunday

Logan and Craig do a first for this season and continue the extensive analysis of the Green Bay Packers by looking at the special teams. Logan and Craig note that the Packers have made many costly mistakes on special teams and could lead the Commanders to some 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

Oct 21, 202217 min

BONUS: Daniel Snyder tries to rally NFL owners against ESPN | Sports Media Mayhem

Embattled Washington Commanders owner Daniel Snyder is hilarious trying to rally his fellow NFL owners against ESPN, which reported he's hired private investigators to dig up dirt on them. Subscribe to Sports Media Mayhem! 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

Oct 20, 20225 min

Super Mailbag Episode! Your Questions Answered By Logan And Craig

Due to the long week, it's time for a mailbag episode where we answer your questions! @doinkstar asks the guys: why start Taylor at this point in the season with us so far behind? Billy asks, what does a team need to do to educate a rookie quarterback like Sam? Logan and Craig say that we need to give Sam enough time to adjust to the league and that playing him too early doesn’t help him. @ A_process asks: can we run more 21- 22 personnel schemes? Logan and Craig agree that we should be running ...

Oct 19, 202256 min

Why Should The Commanders Start Heinicke Over Howell?

@doinkstar asks the guys: why start Taylor at this point in the season with us so far behind? Billy asks, what does a team need to do to educate a rookie quarterback like Sam? Logan and Craig say that we need to give Sam enough time to adjust to the league and that playing him too early doesn’t help 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

Oct 19, 202219 min

Thoughts On Commanders Offensive Schemes And Personnel

@ A_process asks: can we run more 21- 22 personnel schemes? Logan and Craig agree that we should be running those more, but without a fullback that would be difficult. Also without the proper coaching, changing the scheme could be more difficult. 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

Oct 19, 202224 min

How Has Wildgoose Played So Far This Season?

Darren asks: how do think Wildgoose has been playing? The guys say outside of the one bad performance where he had many bad penalties, not bad. In fact, as the season has gone on, Rachad has continuously gotten better. 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

Oct 19, 202211 min

BONUS: New Personnel Providing Upside? | Reception Perception

The Arizona Cardinals wide receiver room continues to be volatile. With Marquise Brown out for at least six weeks and Robby Anderson entering the fold, will this iteration lead to better results in the dessert? And Taylor Heinicke is back behind the line in Washington. Will his return spell success for Terry McLaurin? 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 m...

Oct 18, 202223 min
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