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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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Episodes

Commanders OTA’s Begin Without Young, Sweat, Or Leno

On this episode of Take Command, Craig and Logan discuss the absences of Chase Young, Montez Sweat, and Charles Leno from the opening of Washington Commanders OTA's, and they debate whether or not it's a big deal that Young specifically isn't present. Tune In! Subscribe to Take Command wherever you get your podcasts! Remember to rate and review! Visit us on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/@1067TheFan/featured Follow Craig & Logan @CraigHoffman on Twitter and @Logan_Paulsen82 on Instagram....

May 25, 202320 min

Takeaways From Eric Bieniemy’s First Practices

On this episode of Take Command, Craig and Logan react to the first few days of Washington Commanders OTA's including, how Eric Bieniemy's first few on-field practices have looked and the Commanders quarterbacks getting their first reps of the 2023 season. Tune In! Subscribe to Take Command wherever you get your podcasts! Remember to rate and review! Visit us on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/@1067TheFan/featured Follow Craig & Logan @CraigHoffman on Twitter and @Logan_Paulsen82 on Insta...

May 25, 202319 min

Commanders Already Lost A Player For The Season

On this episode of Take Command, Craig and Logan discuss the impact of the Armani Rogers injury to the Washington Commanders tight end room and Logan shares his early takeaways about the offensive line from the first few days of OTA's. Tune In! Subscribe to Take Command wherever you get your podcasts! Remember to rate and review! Visit us on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/@1067TheFan/featured Follow Craig & Logan @CraigHoffman on Twitter and @Logan_Paulsen82 on Instagram. To learn more a...

May 25, 202315 min

What To Watch For At Commanders OTA’s

On this episode of Take Command, Craig and Logan celebrate the opening of OTA's by sharing their expectations for this stage of the NFL offseason. They detail what they'll be watching for and some of the more important storylines for the Washington Commanders as practice gets underway later today. Craig and Logan also discuss the NFL offseason program as a whole and debate some of the pros and cons of the current system. They finish the episode by discussing the recently announced joint practice...

May 23, 20231 hr 1 min

OTA’s Provide Our First Look At Commanders QB Split

On this episode of Take Command, Craig and Logan celebrate the opening of OTA's by sharing their expectations for this stage of the NFL offseason. They detail what they'll be watching for and some of the more important storylines for the Washington Commanders as practice gets underway later today. Tune In! Subscribe to Take Command wherever you get your podcasts! Remember to rate and review! Visit us on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/@1067TheFan/featured Follow Craig & Logan @CraigHoffma...

May 23, 202318 min

How Has The NFL Offseason Program Changed?

On this episode of Take Command, Craig and Logan discuss the pros and cons of the NFL's current offseason program and how it may be improved with a few tweaks. Tune In! Subscribe to Take Command wherever you get your podcasts! Remember to rate and review! Visit us on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/@1067TheFan/featured Follow Craig & Logan @CraigHoffman on Twitter and @Logan_Paulsen82 on Instagram. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.co...

May 23, 202332 min

Commanders and Ravens To Have Joint Practices

On this episode of Take Command, Craig and Logan discuss the importance and dangers of NFL joint practices in response to the news that the Washington Commanders will join the Baltimore Ravens practice twice before their preseason game on August 21st. Tune In! Subscribe to Take Command wherever you get your podcasts! Remember to rate and review! Visit us on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/@1067TheFan/featured Follow Craig & Logan @CraigHoffman on Twitter and @Logan_Paulsen82 on Instagram....

May 23, 202313 min

The Matt Ryan Episode - The Evolution of the QB and More!

On this episode of Take Command, Craig and Logan are joined by CBS Sports NFL Analyst Matt Ryan to discuss his move to the broadcast studio next season. They discuss why he chose to join CBS this summer, the evolution of the quarterback position as defenses become more difficult to read, and what it was like playing for Kyle Shanahan in Atlanta. Matt and Logan also swap stories about their playing days with the Atlanta Falcons. Craig is then joined by ESPN.com writer John Keim to discuss prospec...

May 18, 20231 hr 5 min

Joining CBS Sports, The Evolution Of Quarterback, And Playing For Kyle Shanahan (Feat. Matt Ryan)

On this episode of Take Command, Craig and Logan are joined by CBS Sports NFL Analyst Matt Ryan to discuss his move to the broadcast studio next season. They discuss why he chose to join CBS this summer, the evolution of the quarterback position as defenses become more difficult to read, and what it was like playing for Kyle Shanahan in Atlanta. Matt and Logan also swap stories about their playing days with the Atlanta Falcons. Tune In! Subscribe to Take Command wherever you get your podcasts! R...

May 18, 202336 min

Josh Harris' Commanders Plans Leaked (Feat. John Keim)

On this episode of Take Command, Craig is joined by ESPN's John Keim to discuss Josh Harris' leaked plans for the Washington Commanders including, potential stadium relocation, upgrading the practice facility, and what restraints Ron Rivera may be facing while everything becomes official. Tune In! Subscribe to Take Command wherever you get your podcasts! Remember to rate and review! Visit us on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/@1067TheFan/featured Follow Craig & Logan @CraigHoffman on Twit...

May 18, 202332 min

Dan Snyder Officially Announces The Sale Of The Commanders

On this episode of Take Command, Logan and Craig react to Dan and Tanya Snyder officially announcing their intention to sell the Washington Commanders to the Josh Harris group. Craig and Logan discuss what's next in the process and when they believe the deal could become official. They also break down the Washington Commanders 13 undrafted free agent signings and how the 2023 NFL schedule release will impact this season. Tune In! Subscribe to Take Command wherever you get your podcasts! Remember...

May 16, 202353 min

Another Piece To The Josh Harris Puzzle Is Complete

On this episode of Take Command, Logan and Craig react to Dan and Tanya Snyder officially announcing their intention to sell the Washington Commanders to the Josh Harris group. Craig and Logan discuss what's next in the process and when they believe the deal could become official. Tune In! Subscribe to Take Command wherever you get your podcasts! Remember to rate and review! Visit us on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/@1067TheFan/featured Follow Craig & Logan @CraigHoffman on Twitter and ...

May 16, 202316 min

Standout Players Among The Commanders Undrafted Free Agents

On this episode of Take Command, Logan and Craig break down the Washington Commanders 13 undrafted free agent signings and what they could bring to the team in 2023 and beyond. Tune In! Subscribe to Take Command wherever you get your podcasts! Remember to rate and review! Visit us on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/@1067TheFan/featured Follow Craig & Logan @CraigHoffman on Twitter and @Logan_Paulsen82 on Instagram. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https:/...

May 16, 202322 min

Commanders 2023 Schedule Breakdown

On this episode of Take Command, Logan and Craig discuss the Washington Commanders 2023 schedule and how it will shape next season. Tune In! Subscribe to Take Command wherever you get your podcasts! Remember to rate and review! Visit us on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/@1067TheFan/featured Follow Craig & Logan @CraigHoffman on Twitter and @Logan_Paulsen82 on Instagram. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more ...

May 16, 202318 min

Commanders Offense Viewed Poorly In The National Spotlight

On this episode of Take Command, Logan and Craig take a final look at the Washington Commanders 2023 opponents before tonight's official schedule release and discuss which teams the Commanders will want to face early as opposed to later on in the season. They also react to ESPN analyst Mike Clay's quarterback and wide receiver rankings and debate why the Commanders deserve more respect than what he showed them in his rankings. Tune In! Subscribe to Take Command wherever you get your podcasts! Re...

May 11, 202359 min

Which Opponents Do The Commanders Want To Face Early?

On this episode of Take Command, Logan and Craig take a final look at the Washington Commanders 2023 opponents before tonight's official schedule release and discuss which teams the Commanders will want to face early as opposed to later on in the season. Tune In! Subscribe to Take Command wherever you get your podcasts! Remember to rate and review! Visit us on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/@1067TheFan/featured Follow Craig & Logan @CraigHoffman on Twitter and @Logan_Paulsen82 on Instagr...

May 11, 202326 min

Are The Commanders Quarterbacks The Worst In The League?

On this episode of Take Command, Logan and Craig react to ESPN analyst Mike Clay ranking the Washington Commanders quarterback unit of Sam Howell, Jacoby Brisett, and Jake Fromm dead last in his 2023 NFL Quarterback Unit Rankings. Tune In! Subscribe to Take Command wherever you get your podcasts! Remember to rate and review! Visit us on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/@1067TheFan/featured Follow Craig & Logan @CraigHoffman on Twitter and @Logan_Paulsen82 on Instagram. To learn more about ...

May 11, 202321 min

Commanders Receivers Ranked In The Top 15 By ESPN

On this episode of Take Command, Logan and Craig react to ESPN analyst Mike Clay's 2023 wide receiver unit rankings and debate where the Washington Commanders core of Terry McLaurin, Jahan Dotson, and Curtis Samuel should have been ranked. Tune In! Subscribe to Take Command wherever you get your podcasts! Remember to rate and review! Visit us on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/@1067TheFan/featured Follow Craig & Logan @CraigHoffman on Twitter and @Logan_Paulsen82 on Instagram. To learn mo...

May 11, 202314 min

BONUS: Jahan Dotson Flying Under The Radar In Washington | 'Reception Perception'

From 'Reception Perception' (subscribe here), On this episode of Reception Perception, Matt and James discuss Jahan Dotson's under the radar rookie season for the Washington Commanders and why him and Terry McLaurin could become one of the league's best wide receiver combinations in 2023. 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 o...

May 10, 202320 min

BONUS: Commanders Desperate Efforts for a QB | 'In the Huddle'

From 'In The Huddle' (subscribe here), Carl and Baldy don't know what to make of the Commanders calling up every NFL team to check the availability of their quarterback. Washington even called Andrew Luck who has been retired for years. 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

May 09, 202314 min

Washington Commanders Quarterback Landscape (Feat. ESPN’s John Keim)

On this episode of Take Command, Logan and Craig are joined by John Keim of ESPN to discuss the Washington Commanders post-draft outlook. In this segment, they discuss the Commanders commitment to Sam Howell and why the starting quarterback position will be his job to lose in training camp. They also discuss what improved production from the quarterback position could mean for the Commanders in general, why Eric Bieniemy is an unknown but potentially massive addition, and how the defense has bee...

May 09, 202352 min

Are The Commanders All-In On Sam Howell?

On this episode of Take Command, Logan and Craig are joined by John Keim of ESPN to discuss the Washington Commanders post-draft outlook. In this segment, they discuss the Commanders commitment to Sam Howell and why the starting quarterback position will be his job to lose in training camp. Tune In! Subscribe to Take Command wherever you get your podcasts! Remember to rate and review! Visit us on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/@1067TheFan/featured Follow Craig & Logan @CraigHoffman on Tw...

May 09, 202320 min

How Good Is Washington With Better QB Play In 2023?

On this episode of Take Command, Logan and Craig are joined by John Keim of ESPN to discuss the Washington Commanders post-draft outlook. In this segment, they discuss how much better the Commanders will be if they see improved QB play from Sam Howell or Jacoby Brissett over what they received last season from Carson Wentz and Taylor Heinicke. Tune In! Subscribe to Take Command wherever you get your podcasts! Remember to rate and review! Visit us on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/@1067TheFan...

May 09, 202321 min

Commanders Not Credited For Internal Improvement

On this episode of Take Command, Logan and Craig are joined by John Keim of ESPN to discuss the Washington Commanders post-draft outlook. In this segment, they discuss the defense and why it has been a forgotten factor in many evaluations about the Commanders offseason. Tune In! Subscribe to Take Command wherever you get your podcasts! Remember to rate and review! Visit us on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/@1067TheFan/featured Follow Craig & Logan @CraigHoffman on Twitter and @Logan_Paul...

May 09, 202314 min

BONUS: NFL VP of Broadcasting Mike North Tells How the NFL Schedule Is Made | 'It's Always Gameday In Buffalo'

The 2023-24 NFL schedule is set to be released Thursday, May 11. Audacy Original podcast 'It's Always Gameday In Buffalo' chatted with one of the men who is at the center of planning the NFL's broadcast schedule in a wide-ranging conversation that all football fans will enjoy. Disclaimer: this episode was recorded before the NFL Draft. Bills beat reporter Sal Capaccio and WKBW sports director Matt Bove are joined by NFL VP of Broadcast Scheduling Mike North for an extensive talk on how the NFL c...

May 05, 20231 hr 23 min

Do The Commanders Still Need To Add At Offensive Line?

On this episode of Take Command, Logan and Craig discuss the Washington Commanders offensive line and if they still need to add to it before training camp begins in a few months. They also debate whether the Commanders should've potentially drafted one of Dawand Jones or Carter Warren. Craig and Logan also discuss who they believe had the best and worst weekends at the 2023 NFL Draft. Tune In! Subscribe to Take Command wherever you get your podcasts! Remember to rate and review! Visit us on YouT...

May 04, 202358 min

Could The Commanders Have Done More For The Offensive Line At The Draft?

On this episode of Take Command, Logan and Craig discuss the Washington Commanders offensive line and if they still need to add to it before training camp begins in a few months. Tune In! Subscribe to Take Command wherever you get your podcasts! Remember to rate and review! Visit us on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/@1067TheFan/featured Follow Craig & Logan @CraigHoffman on Twitter and @Logan_Paulsen82 on Instagram. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https...

May 04, 202315 min

Should The Commanders Have Drafted Dawand Jones?

On this episode of Take Command, Logan and Craig continue their offensive line discussion and debate whether the Washington Commanders should've take either Ohio State tackle Dawand Jones or Pitt lineman Carter Warren. Tune In! Subscribe to Take Command wherever you get your podcasts! Remember to rate and review! Visit us on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/@1067TheFan/featured Follow Craig & Logan @CraigHoffman on Twitter and @Logan_Paulsen82 on Instagram. To learn more about listener dat...

May 04, 202317 min

Which Teams Had The Best And Worst Draft Weekend?

On this episode of Take Command, Logan and Craig go outside the DMV to discuss which teams they believe had the best and worst weekends at the 2023 NFL Draft. Tune In! Subscribe to Take Command wherever you get your podcasts! Remember to rate and review! Visit us on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/@1067TheFan/featured Follow Craig & Logan @CraigHoffman on Twitter and @Logan_Paulsen82 on Instagram. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com...

May 04, 202328 min

BONUS: Grading the NFC East Draft | 'The Best Football Show'

From 'The Best Football Show' (subscribe here), Around the NFC East: Draft edition! Who did the best and the worst after the NFL Draft? 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

May 02, 202316 min
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