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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

Expectations For Sam Howell

In this portion of Take Command, Logan and Craig do a deep dive on Sam Howell and what fans’ expectations should be for him on Sunday. The two open up by discussing those expectations before laying out how he can achieve them against the Giants defense. 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

Oct 20, 202313 min

Commanders Defense vs. Giants Offense

In this segment of Take Command, Craig and Logan look at the Giants Offense and how the Commanders defense matches up with the unit. The pair open things up by looking at New York’s offense and discuss why they have struggled so much this season. Afterwards, the guys get into how the Commanders defense can work to continue New York’s struggles on Sunday. Enjoy! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad cho...

Oct 20, 202318 min

Take 5: Stories From New York

On this episode of Take 5, Craig and Logan share some of their favorite stories from their times in New York. Logan tells tales from a stadium that he says “has a special place in his heart,” while Craig shares a story of empty trains and seasons ending. 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

Oct 19, 20239 min

Film Breakdown: Commanders vs. Falcons

On this episode of Take Command, Craig and Logan break down the film from the Commanders’ 26-16 victory over the Falcons on Sunday. The guys open things up with a bird's-eye look at the game, discussing both their positive and negative takeaways. Afterwards, they turn their attention to the defense- highlighting both group and individual successes from Sunday’s win. Then, the pair get into the offense. The two start by praising the group’s first half proficiency before getting into its shortcomi...

Oct 18, 202356 min

Key Takeaways and The Commanders Defense

On this segment of Take Command, Craig and Logan crack into the film from Sunday’s victory over the Atlanta Falcons. The guys open things up with some high level thoughts about the win, before getting into Washington’s defense. The pair discuss why the unit was so successful on Sunday, praise individual performances, like that of Khaleke Hudson, and share how they want to see the group grow moving forward. Enjoy! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.auda...

Oct 18, 202326 min

Offense: Positives, Playcalling, and Sacks

In this portion of Take Command, Craig and Logan crack into the Commanders’ offensive performance on Sunday. Specifically, the guys break down Washington’s strong first half and what made the group so successful. The pair open up with positive takeaways from this past weekend, and then hit on play calling before taking a closer look at Sam Howell’s sack issue. Enjoy! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ...

Oct 18, 202316 min

Where The Offense Can Improve

In this segment of Take Command, Craig and Logan continue their breakdown of the Commanders’ offensive performance on Sunday by looking at where the unit fell short. The guys talk through how Washington can be more effective on first and second down, the run game, and the changes on offense while providing some in depth play breakdowns from the game. Enjoy! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices...

Oct 18, 202317 min

Why Hasn't Jahan Dotson Produced for the Commanders in 2023? | Take 5

On this episode of Take 5, Craig and Logan discuss Jahan Dotson’s performance against the Falcons on Sunday and how it contributed to his downward trajectory. The guys offer their thoughts and analysis as well as what they hope to see from him moving forward. 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

Oct 17, 202310 min

Instant Reaction: Commanders Beat Falcons 26-16

The Commanders defense has been in the spotlight for 10 days, and despite giving up major yardage was able to create turnover after turnover on Desmond Ridder en route to a 24-16 win. Craig Hoffman and Logan Paulsen break down how Jamin Davis, Benjamin St. Juste, and company got it done. The pair also discuss Sam Howell's performance, and if there's a way to stop taking so many sacks. 0:38 Overall Thoughts 7:58 Falcons Dominant Stat Line 10:43 Commanders' Aggressive Line 14:32 Did The Commanders...

Oct 16, 202335 min

Falcons -2.5 vs Commanders | Cash the Ticket

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Oct 14, 20234 min

Game Preview: Commanders vs. Falcons

On this episode of Take Command, Craig and Logan preview the Commanders’ Sunday afternoon matchup with the Falcons. To kick things off, the guys have a discussion about the technical adjustments Washington needs to make following the devastating loss to Chicago last week and the team’s latest “Do Your Job” philosophy. Afterwards, the guys get into the game- looking first at the Falcons offense and how the Commanders defense matches up with the group. Then, it's onto the offense as the guys share...

Oct 13, 202354 min

Technical Adjustments and “Doing Your Job”

In this segment of Take Command, Craig and Logan open things up with a discussion about the adjustments the Commanders need to make technically coming off of the beat down by the Bears. Afterwards, the guys get into Washington’s latest “Do Your Job” philosophy, and why it may not be the correct approach to the problem. 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.c...

Oct 13, 202320 min

Commanders Defense vs. Falcons Offense

In this portion of Take Command, Logan and Craig look at the Falcons offense and how the Commanders defense matches up with the unit. To kick things off, the guys look at the Falcons personnel and their skill position players. Afterwards, the pair get into how the Washington defense can neutralize Desmond Ridder's offense, and what it must do to be effective. Enjoy! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your a...

Oct 13, 202323 min

Commanders Offense vs. Falcons Defense

In this segment of Take Command, Craig and Logan look at how Sam Howell and the Commanders offense matches up with the Falcons defense. The pair opens things up with a look at the Atlanta defense- breaking down some of their personnel and the group’s style of play. Then, the guys discuss Sam Howell and how he can be effective against a high IQ Atlanta unit. Enjoy! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad ...

Oct 13, 202314 min

Take 5 | "What Makes Elite QBs Different"

On this episode of Take 5, Craig and Logan share stories from their times in Atlanta. From Logan, it’s a funny story from working with Matt Ryan and Steve Sarkisian. From Craig, it’s a story that’s sure to make your stomach rumble. 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

Oct 12, 20239 min

Film Review: Commanders vs. Bears

On this episode of Take Command, Craig and Logan break down the film from the Commanders’ devastating 20-40 loss to the Bears on Thursday night football. The pair open things up with general thoughts and then dive into the defense- offering surprising takes about how the team’s defense looked as a whole. Afterwards, the pair get into some individual defensive performances focusing on Emmanuel Forbes. Then, the two talk about injuries and how they will alter the team moving forward. To cap things...

Oct 11, 20231 hr 4 min

WAS vs CHI Defense Breakdown

On this portion of Take Command, Craig and Logan kick off their film review of the Commanders’ brutal 20-40 loss to the Bears on Thursday night. The guys open up with some general thoughts about the game, and then get into the defense- offering analysis on Washington’s defensive pressure that, despite the final score, may surprise you. 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:/...

Oct 11, 202324 min

WAS vs CHI Individual Defensive Performances

On this segment of Take Command, Logan and Craig break down some of the individual defensive performances from Thursday’s 40-20 loss to the Bears. Specifically, the two look at Emmanuel Forbes, discussing both how he looked last week and what he needs to do in the future. Afterwards, the guys get into the team’s new injuries and how that will shape the defense moving forward. Enjoy! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn ...

Oct 11, 202318 min

WAS vs CHI Offense Analysis

On this segment of Take Command, Craig and Logan look at how the Commanders offense looked against the Bears on Thursday Night. Touching on Sam Howell and EB’s playcalling, they each give their opinions on how the unit looked and how it should look to improve moving forward. 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

Oct 11, 202326 min

Take 5 | Inside The Play

On this episode of Take 5, Craig and Logan break down DJ Moore’s impressive performance against the Commanders on Thursday night and how he was able to get the Bears’ offense going. 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

Oct 10, 202311 min

Commanders Demolished By Bears on Thursday Night Football

The Washington Commanders had a full on embarrassment of a performance against the Chicago Bears. Is Jack Del Rio in trouble, and what can be done to fix the defense? Craig Hoffman and Logan Paulsen discuss that and more the morning after the crushing defeat. 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 06, 202351 min

Immediate Reactions to Commanders Crushing Loss

Craig Hoffman and Logan Paulsen give their immediate reactions to the Bears demolishing the Commanders on Thursday Night Football. 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 06, 202318 min

Commanders Defense On Historically Bad Track

The Commanders defense is on pace to give up a record number of points this season after the Bears dropped 40 points on TNF. What can and should be done about it, and why is it going so horribly wrong? 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 06, 202320 min

Are Changes Coming in Washington After TNF Debacle?

Are Ron Rivera and Jack Del Rio in trouble after the Commanders getting crunched on Thursday Night Football, and co-owner Magic Johnson said the team played with no fire? It would seem so, but Craig Hoffman and Logan Paulsen explain why making changes might be harder than you think, and why that isn't a defense of the status quo. 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://podcastchoic...

Oct 06, 202318 min

Logan's Most Physical Game

On this episode of Take 5, Craig and Logan share some of their favorite stories from Chicago. 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

Oct 05, 20238 min

Game Preview: Commanders vs. Bears

On this episode of Take Command, Craig and Logan get you ready for the Commanders’ Thursday night matchup against the Bears. To kick things off, following Washington’s overtime loss to the Eagles on Sunday, the guys discuss the physical and psychological effects of playing on a short week. Afterwards, it's onto the Commanders offense as the pair look at how Sam Howell and his unit match up against the Bears defense. Then, Craig and Logan turn their attention to the Washington defense and how the...

Oct 04, 202354 min

Playing on a Short Week

On this segment of Take Command, Craig and Logan dive into the logistics and mentality behind playing on a short week. Logan shares about his experiences from his playing days, and Craig discusses how it could affect the team tomorrow. To wrap things up, the guys discuss the mentality of each team coming into this Thursday night matchup. 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...

Oct 04, 202318 min

Commanders Offense vs. Bears Defense

In this portion of Take Command, Craig and Logan look at how the Commanders offense matches up with the Bears defense. To kick things off, Logan runs through the personnel Washington will see standing opposite them on Thursday night. Afterwards, Craig discusses how EB should approach his play calling against Chicago, and why he should consider leaning on the run game. Enjoy! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more abo...

Oct 04, 202321 min

Commanders Defense vs. Bears Offense

In this segment of Take Command, Craig and Logan look at how the Commanders defense could play when faced with the Bears offense. The guys open things up by discussing Justin Fields and how, despite his talent, he and his offense have struggled over the beginning of the season. Afterwards, the pair get into the skill positions and share some of the matchups they hope to see tomorrow night. Enjoy! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy...

Oct 04, 202319 min

Film Review: Commanders vs. Eagles

On this episode of Take Command, Craig and Logan take you through the film from the Commanders’ overtime loss to Philadelphia on Sunday. The guys kick things off with a review of the offense, including an analysis of the offensive line and the 5 sacks Sam Howell took this week. Afterwards, the pair get into the defense and assess how well they did in containing Jalen Hurts and his cast of explosive playmakers. Finally, to wrap things up, the two go through two different key situations in the gam...

Oct 03, 20231 hr 4 min
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