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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

Containing Russell Wilson & Commanders D-Line | Take Command

Ahead of the Commanders’ Week 2 matchup against the Broncos, Craig and Logan take a look at Russell Wilson- examining his play style, his performance last week, and how Washginton can limit his success. Following that discussion, the pair break down the battle in the trenches between the two teams linemen. Enjoy! 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...

Sep 15, 202318 min

Commanders Defense vs. The Denver Run Game | Take Command

In this portion of Take Command, Craig and Logan finish their analysis of how the Washington defense can deter the Denver offense. The pair focuses on how Ron Rivera can stop the Broncos’ run game, and what defensive adjustments they want to see made from last week. Enjoy! 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

Sep 15, 202318 min

Take 5: Logan's Stories From Denver & Von Miller! | Take Command

On this episode of Take 5, Logan and Craig prepare for the game against Denver by discussing what it’s like to play in the Broncos’ unique environment. Afterwards, Logan shares a story from his playing days and his success, and shortcomings, against Broncos legend Von Miller! Enjoy! 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

Sep 14, 20239 min

The Commanders Can Play! Washington Week 1 Film Review | Take Command

On this episode of Take Command, Craig and Logan dive into the film from the Commanders’ Week 1 victory over the Cardinals. The guys kick things off by looking at Sam Howell and the offensive line’s performances- providing some opinions that contradict the general public’s perception. Then, the two get into the skill positions- looking at how the wide receivers played and Terry McLaurin’s seemingly uneventful game. Afterwards, the pair dives into the running backs. Here, they ponder whether ball...

Sep 13, 20231 hr 5 min

Week 1 Film Review: Sam Howell & Offensive Line

In this portion of Take Command, Craig and Logan break down Sam Howell’s Week 1 performance. The two discuss his interception, great moments, and how he can improve moving forward this season. Afterwards, the pair take a look at his offensive line- a unit Logan believes played better than the public perceives. Enjoy! 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/adchoi...

Sep 13, 202328 min

Week 1 Film Review: Wide Receivers & Running Backs

In this segment of Take Command, Craig and Logan continue their examination of the Commanders’ offensive performance following the Week 1 victory over the Cardinals. The two start off by looking at the skill player performances holistically, before more closely examining the wide receivers and running backs. The guys ponder Terry McLaurin’s seemingly uneventful game, and Antonio Gibson’s potential fumbling problem. Enjoy! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https:/...

Sep 13, 202317 min

Week 1 Film Review: Defense & Play Breakdown

In this portion of Take Command, Logan and Craig look at the Commanders’ impressive defensive performance. Highlighting some key plays, the two discuss how it was their success that helped propel the team to a 20-16 victory. To cap things off, Craig and Logan break down the failed coverage on Rondale Moore’s wheel route. Enjoy! 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...

Sep 13, 202324 min

Take 5 | Sam Howell's Touchdown Breakdown!

On this episode of Take 5, Logan and Craig break down Sam Howell’s touchdown from the Commanders’ Week 1 matchup against the Cardinals. Analyzing the film, the pair lets you know how it happened and why it worked. Enjoy! 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

Sep 12, 20239 min

Instant Reaction: Commanders Hold On To Beat Cardinals in Week One

The Washington Commanders are 1-0! On this episode of Take Command, Craig and Logan give their instant reaction to Ron Rivera's victory Sunday evening. The two open things up by discussing the thrilling atmosphere for the season opener at FedEx Field. Then, the guys get into the game, discussing the team's excellent conditioning, Sam Howell's performance, Rivera's late game decision making and the defense's tremendous success. Afterwards, to cap things off, the guys go through what they want to ...

Sep 11, 202334 min

Take 5 | Logan Paulsen Reacts To Meeting Magic Johnson!

On this episode of Take 5, Logan recounts his recent interview with new Commanders partial owner Magic Johnson. He shares about his experience, what it was like to meet Magic, and what it’s like to stand next to someone as big as he is! Enjoy! 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

Sep 08, 202310 min

Week 1 vs. Arizona Preview & Mark Schlereth! | Take Command

On this episode of Take Command, Craig and Logan preview the Commanders’ Week 1 matchup versus the Arizona Cardinals! The two take a dive into the game bringing you insight into how the Commanders defense will pin down the Cardinals offense and how the Commanders offense will push back the Cardinals defense. On top of that, the pair discusses how Ron Rivera will approach Sam Howell’s development in the game as well as the return of Jamison Crowder. The episode is capped off with an exclusive int...

Sep 07, 20231 hr 4 min

Week 1 Preview vs. Arizona: Commanders Defense vs. Cardinals Offense

In this segment of Take Command, Craig and Logan prepare for the Commanders’ Week 1 matchup with the Cardinals! The two share a big announcement for the upcoming season and, get into how Washington’s defense will pin down Arizona's offense. Enjoy! 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

Sep 07, 202324 min

Week 1 Preview vs. Arizona: Commanders Offense vs. Cardinals Defense, Jamison Crowder, & Sam Howell

In this portion of Take Command, Craig and Logan continue their dive into the Commanders’ Week 1 opponent: the Arizona Cardinals. The pair look at the recent signing of Jamison Crowder, how Ron Rivera’s offense will attack Jonathan Gannon’s defense, and discuss how the team will approach developing quarterback Sam Howell versus the offense as a whole. Enjoy! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choice...

Sep 07, 202320 min

Mark Schlereth Joins Take Command!

In this segment of Take Command, Mark Schlereth joins Craig to talk about the upcoming Commanders season! Mark gives his thoughts on all things Washington football- including the start of the Josh Harris era, his first impressions of Sam Howell, how the young quarterback will communicate with his offensive line, how impressed he’s been with Saahdiq Charles, and his analysis on the upcoming matchup against Arizona. Enjoy! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://...

Sep 07, 202324 min

Take Command Preseason Mailbag! Playoffs, Cutis Samuel, & Over/Unders!

On this episode of Take Command, Craig and Logan hit the mailbag to answer YOUR questions about the 2023 Washington Commanders! The guys kick things off by discussing the playoff outlook and whether this team has what it takes to get there. Then, the two analyze Curtis Samuel and what his role may be throughout this season. Afterwards, they tackle the effects of Ron Rivera’s new practice structure and how it could benefit the team this year. To cap things off, the pair runs through some over/und...

Sep 05, 202358 min

2023 Season Mailbag! Are the Commanders a Playoff Caliber Team?

In this discussion from Take Command, Logan and Craig attempt to answer one question: Are the 2023 Commanders a playoff caliber team? Bringing in their expertise, the two share their unique perspectives in an attempt to assess the outcome of the upcoming season. Enjoy! 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

Sep 05, 202321 min

2023 Season Mailbag Cont.! Curtis Samuel's Role & Effect of the New Practice Structure!

In this segment of Take Command, Craig and Logan continue to take YOUR questions about the upcoming Commanders season. To begin, the two discuss what Curtis Samuel’s role for the team will look like this year. Then, they analyze how Ron Rivera’s new practice structure could affect the team throughout the 2023 season. Enjoy! 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...

Sep 05, 202320 min

Commanders 2023 Over/Under Picks! | Take Command

In this portion of Take Command, Craig and Logan run through some of FanDuel’s Over/Unders for the 2023 season. While discussing, the pair gives their analysis and picks for what the best bets are this year. Enjoy! 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

Sep 05, 202321 min

Take 5 | Ron Rivera's Comments on Sam Howell

On this episode of Take 5, Craig and Logan breakdown Ron Rivera's comments about not recognizing Sam Howell's talent last season. They give you all the facts, and share their own opinions on the situation from both of their unique perspectives. 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

Sep 01, 202314 min

Commanders 53 Man Roster Reaction!

On this episode of Take Command, Logan and Craig react to and breakdown the Commanders’ 53 man roster! The guys open things up on the offensive side of the ball- discussing the QBs, RBs, TEs, WRs, and OL. Then, the pair gets into the defense, hitting each position group. While sharing their thoughts on, opinions of, and feelings about the roster, Logan shares a number of stories from his playing days. 0:13 Quarterbacks 10:08 Running Backs 12:13 Tight Ends 19:24 Offensive Line 23:28 Wide Receiver...

Aug 31, 202351 min

53 Man Roster Reaction: QB, RB & TE

In this portion of Take Command, Logan and Craig dive into the 53 man roster. The two give their thoughts, comments, and feelings on Ron Rivera’s decisions at the quarterback, running back, and tight end positions. Enjoy! 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

Aug 31, 202322 min

53 Man Roster Reaction: OL & WR

In this segment of Take Command, Craig and Logan give their thoughts on the Commanders’ offensive line and wide receiver decisions following the announcement of the team’s 53 man roster. 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

Aug 31, 202315 min

53 Man Roster Reaction: DL, LB, DB

In this portion of Take Command, Logan and Craig finish off their analysis of the Commanders’ 53 man roster. The pair dives into the defense- looking at the defensive line, linebackers, and defensive backs. 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

Aug 31, 202317 min

Take Five: Logan's Sideline Stories

Logan Paulsen shares his stories from the sidelines of the final preseason game with Craig Hoffman on this edition of Take Five. 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

Aug 30, 202310 min

Commanders 53 Man Roster and Practice Squad Projection

Craig Hoffman and Logan Paulsen simulate the task Ron Rivera, the Marty's, and the coaching staff have to do by Tuesday at 4pm: pick a 53 man roster. The guys ask (and answer) all the tough questions, and pick a 16 man practice squad to boot. 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

Aug 28, 20231 hr 11 min

Commanders Roster Projection: Offense

Did Jake Fromm do enough to make the Commanders 53? Craig Hoffman and Logan Paulsen break it down, including an interesting thought about FB Alex Armah's place within the team as well as a final verdict for Dax Milne and Kazmeir Allen. 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

Aug 28, 202334 min

Commanders Roster Projection: Defense

The Commanders are loaded along the defensive line. Do Craig Hoffman and Logan Paulsen keep eleven players there? If so, where do they make another cut? 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

Aug 28, 202326 min

Commanders Roster Projection: Practice Squad

Logan Paulsen and Craig Hoffman make his case for the next 16 best players on the Commanders. Logan goes hard for Brycen Tremayne. Can he join the rest of the talented crew that just miss the cut for the 53? 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

Aug 28, 202315 min

Preseason Comes To An End: The Value of the Preseason, Building the 53, and Jahan Dotson Interview

To kick things off, Logan and Craig discuss the value of the preseason. The two break down the positives, such as being able to see players like Jacoby Brissett in game situations, and the negatives, such as the risk of injury to starters like Sam Howell. In the end, the two come to some interesting conclusions. Afterwards, the guys take a crack at constructing the 53 man roster by giving you some of their makes and cuts for the upcoming season. To wrap things up, Craig brings you an interview w...

Aug 25, 202348 min

Assessing The Value Of The Preseason

Logan and Craig discuss the value of the preseason both for the Commanders and the NFL. The two break down the positives, such as being able to see players like Jacoby Brissett in game situations, and the negatives, like the risk of injury to starters like Sam Howell. In the end, the two come to some interesting conclusions. Enjoy! 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://podcastcho...

Aug 25, 202321 min
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