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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

Key Differences In The Commanders Offensive Scheme Under Bieniemy

On this episode of Take Command, Craig and Logan break down the key differences between the Air Coryell offense (Scott Turner) and the west coast offense (Eric Bieniemy) and how it will look for the Washington Commanders in 2023. 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 l...

Jun 20, 202324 min

Were Stromberg And Daniels The Right Selections?

On this episode of Take Command, Craig and Logan talk about the Washington Commanders two offensive line draft picks, Ricky Stromberg and Braeden Daniels and if they were the right selections for the Commanders at the 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 li...

Jun 20, 20237 min

Will Offensive Scheme Bolster The Commanders Offensive Line?

On this episode of Take Command, Craig and Logan discuss the Washington Commanders offensive line and why Eric Bieniemy's scheme will help improve the entire group. 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.audacyi...

Jun 20, 202321 min

Biggest Lesson Learned During Commanders Spring Sessions?

On this episode of Take Command, Craig and Logan recap everything they saw from Washington Commanders OTA's and discussed what the impact will be of the team missing out on three spring practices. The guys also take stock of some of the biggest movers on the Commanders to break down which players set themselves up for success in training camp and the 2023 season. They finish the episode by revealing the three biggest questions for the Commanders entering training camp next month. Tune In! Subscr...

Jun 15, 202349 min

Is It A Big Deal That The Commanders Missed Three Practices?

On this episode of Take Command, Craig and Logan recap everything they saw from Washington Commanders OTA's and discussed what the impact will be of the team missing out on three spring practices. 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 prac...

Jun 15, 202321 min

Stock Up Vs. Stock Down After OTA’s

On this episode of Take Command, Craig and Logan recap everything they saw from Washington Commanders OTA's and discussed which players saw their stock rise versus which players had their stock fall during the spring sessions. 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 list...

Jun 15, 202312 min

Three Biggest Questions Entering Training Camp

On this episode of Take Command, Craig and Logan raise their three biggest questions for training camp as the Washington Commanders spring sessions come to a close. 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.audacyi...

Jun 15, 202319 min

Is This Commanders Quarterback Room The Best In Years?

On this episode of Take Command, Craig and Logan debate whether this year's quarterback room is the best the Washington Commanders have seen in a long time. They also look at the Commanders secondary and question if there is any scenario that would prevent Kam Curl from re-signing with the team in the future. They also react to the Chase Young trade rumors and what a good return would be for him, debate what the Commanders will need to do in order for Ron Rivera to keep his job, and discuss the ...

Jun 13, 202356 min

Is There Any Way Kam Curl Doesn’t Get A New Deal In Washington?

On this episode of Take Command, Craig and Logan debate whether this year's quarterback room is the best the Washington Commanders have seen in a long time. They also look at the Commanders secondary and question if there is any scenario that would prevent Kam Curl from re-signing with the team in the future. 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 ...

Jun 13, 202319 min

What Would A Good Return On A Chase Young Trade Be?

On this episode of Take Command, Craig and Logan react to the Pittsburgh Steelers showing interest in potentially trading for Washington Commanders EDGE rusher Chase Young and what a potential return should look like. They also discuss how long Ron Rivera's rope is this season and what the Commanders will need to do in order for him to keep his job. 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/@1067...

Jun 13, 202328 min

What Is The Most Likely Outcome For The Offensive Line?

On this episode of Take Command, Craig and Logan discuss the current outlook for the Washington Commanders offensive line and why they won't have to be tremendous in order for the Commanders to succeed this 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 an...

Jun 13, 202313 min

Ron Rivera Looks To Emulate What Pete Carroll and Kyle Shanahan Have Built

On this episode of Take Command, Craig and Logan discuss the evolution of coaching styles and how it has effected the success of certain coaching tree's around the NFL. 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.aud...

Jun 13, 202312 min

Big Winners From Commanders Mini-Camp

On this episode of Take Command, Craig and Logan break down the Washington Commanders mandatory mini-camp. They discuss the continued progress for Sam Howell at Commanders mini-camp and if he's done enough to maintain the starting job heading into training camp in July. They also break down the biggest winners on the offensive and defensive side of the ball at Commanders Mandatory mini-Camp. Tune In! Subscribe to Take Command wherever you get your podcasts! Remember to rate and review! Visit us ...

Jun 09, 202352 min

Has Howell Done Enough To Be QB1 Heading Into Training Camp?

On this episode of Take Command, Craig and Logan break down the Washington Commanders mandatory mini-camp. They discuss the continued progress for Sam Howell at Commanders mini-camp and if he's done enough to maintain the starting job heading into training camp in July. 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...

Jun 09, 202322 min

Stock Is Rising For Antonio Gibson And Logan Thomas

On this episode of Take Command, Craig and Logan break down the Washington Commanders mandatory mini-camp. They discuss why Logan Thomas and Antonio Gibson's stock continues to rise as the summer rolls on and why they are finding more success under Eric Bieniemy. 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 o...

Jun 09, 202315 min

Commanders Secondary Meshing Well At Mini-Camp

On this episode of Take Command, Craig and Logan break down the Washington Commanders mandatory mini-camp. They discuss quick chemistry built in the secondary, the full defensive front finally getting on the field, and Khaleke Hudson's impressive performance. 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 In...

Jun 09, 202318 min

Commanders Mandatory Mini-Camp Preview

On this episode of Take Command, Craig and Logan discuss the performance of both Washington Commanders quarterbacks through the first two weeks of OTA's, and why Jacoby Brissett may be improving whereas Sam Howell has cooled off a bit. They also share what they will be watching for as mandatory mini-camp gets underway this week. Logan and Craig finish the episode by bringing on Producer Nick for another round of "Nick's Numbers". Tune In! Subscribe to Take Command wherever you get your podcasts!...

Jun 06, 202354 min

Sam Howell Struggled To Close Out Week Two Of OTA’s

On this episode of Take Command, Craig and Logan discuss the performance of both Washington Commanders quarterbacks through the first two weeks of OTA's, and why Jacoby Brissett may be improving whereas Sam Howell has cooled off a bit. 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...

Jun 06, 202322 min

What To Watch For Heading Into Mandatory Mini-Camp

On this episode of Take Command, Craig and Logan find out the only difference between OTA's and mandatory mini-camp (besides it being mandatory) and discuss what they're looking for from the Washington Commanders practices this week. 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 abo...

Jun 06, 202312 min

Defensive Over/Unders For The 2023 Commanders

On this episode of Take Command, Craig and Logan bring on Producer Nick for another edition of Nick's Numbers. They guys discuss Washington Commanders defensive over/unders for 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 Instagram. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practic...

Jun 06, 202323 min

One Question for Every NFC East Team | 'The Best Football Show'

From 'The Best Football Show' (subscribe here), Eliot Shorr-Parks continues his look at each division across the NFL by asking a question for each team, this time finishing off the NFC with a look at the Commanders, Cowboys, Giants and Eagles. 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

Jun 05, 202316 min

OTA Takeaways As Commanders Finish Week Two

On this episode of Take Command, Craig and Logan discuss their takeaways from week two of Washington Commanders OTA's. They discuss the interesting ways in which Eric Bieniemy is testing Sam Howell early this summer. Logan and Craig also discuss rookie cornerback Emmanuel Forbes and how he has made an impact early during OTA's and where he may fit in the Commanders secondary. They finish the episode by reacting to Ron Rivera's comments about having Sam Howell mic'd up during practices and why th...

Jun 01, 202359 min

Sam Howell Practicing Off-Schedule Throws

On this episode of Take Command, Craig and Logan discuss their takeaways from week two of Washington Commanders OTA's. They discuss the interesting ways in which Eric Bieniemy is testing Sam Howell early this summer. 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 ...

Jun 01, 202326 min

Emmanuel Forbes Is Impressive Early At OTA’s

On this episode of Take Command, Craig and Logan discuss their takeaways from week two of Washington Commanders OTA's. They break down Sam Howell's performance and why he still has some edges to round out. They also discuss the performance rookie cornerback Emmanuel Forbes and where he may start the season for the Commanders defense. 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 ...

Jun 01, 202319 min

Commanders Have Howell Mic’d Up At Practice

On this episode of Take Command, Craig and Logan react to the Washington Commanders having quarterback Sam Howell mic'd up at OTA's and why it is important for his growth. Logan also shares some of the better coaching innovations that he saw during his time in the NFL. 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_Pauls...

Jun 01, 202317 min

Eric Bieniemy’s Offense Already Taking Shape In Washington

On this episode of Take Command, Craig and Logan share their takeaways from the Washington Commanders first week of OTA's. They react to the early looks at Eric Bieniemy's offense, and the ability of the Commanders defense to adjust later in the week. Criag and Logan also debate whether Antonio Gibson or Curtis Samuel will be utilized in Bieniemy's "gadget" role, and then give out their picks for the Commanders offensive over/unders. Tune In! Subscribe to Take Command wherever you get your podca...

May 30, 202359 min

Commanders Offense Impresses Early In OTA’s

On this episode of Take Command, Craig and Logan share their takeaways from the Washington Commanders first week 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 about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about you...

May 30, 202318 min

Will Samuel or Gibson Be The Primary Gadget Player In 2023?

On this episode of Take Command, Craig and Logan discuss the early takeaways from Eric Bieniemy's offense during Washington Commanders OTA's and whether Curtis Samuel or Antonio Gibson will be utilized more as the Commanders gadget player. 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 30, 202318 min

Washington Commanders 2023 Overs And Unders

On this episode of Take Command, Craig and Logan debate whether the Washington Commanders offensive weapons will go over or under their totals during the 2023 NFL 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.a...

May 30, 202326 min

Is Chase Young’s Absence A Big Deal?

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. Logan and Craig also dive into their takeaways from the Commanders first few practices including conversations about Eric Bieniemy, Sam Howell, Armani Rogers injury, and the offensive line. Tune In! Subscribe to Take Command wherever you get your p...

May 25, 202351 min
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