Take Command

In this segment of Take Command, Craig and Logan look at Sam Howell’s season holistically and attempt to determine whether he has shown that he can be an NFL starting quarterback or is better suited as a backup. They touch on his play, his leadership qualities, and if his ceiling is high enough to make him the guy for Washington.  Enjoy! 

In this segment of Take Command, Craig and Logan take a look at Sam Howell’s film from Sunday’s loss to the 49ers. They break down what they liked from the young QB, where he could have been better, and whether he has earned the opportunity to start over Jacoby this week.  Enjoy! 

In this portion of Take Command, Logan and Craig look at the defense’s performance vs the 49ers and identify the one big question for the unit as the team finishes out the 2023-24 season. Enjoy!

In a draft year filled with fifth and sixth year quarterbacks, Craig and Logan discuss whether QB age matters in the NFL. Enjoy! 

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The San Francisco 49ers have built a perennial contender with Kyle Shanahan at the helm. As the Commanders embark on their rebuild, can Josh Harris hire the right man and follow suit? Craig Hoffman and former Shanahan player Logan Paulsen discuss how Kyle and the 9ers have built their team as the two teams prepare to clash this weekend at FedEx Field.

While the 49ers roster is arguably the best in the NFL, their coaching staff is what's made them a perennial contender. Logan Paulsen lends his insight into Kyle Shanahan's methods and chats with Craig Hoffman about why it's essential Washington starts their rebuild with a focus on building an outstanding staff.

The Commanders rebuild will need what the San Francisco 49ers have - a roster full of blue chip players and a quarterback to make it all work. Craig Hoffman and Logan Paulsen dive into how San Fran did it, and what Washington will need to do to copy it.

Can the Commanders compete with the NFC best 49ers on Sunday? If yes, how so? Craig Hoffman and Logan Paulsen discuss.

Sam Howell's season spiraled out of control, culminating with his second straight benching against the New York Jets. Craig Hoffman and Logan Paulsen break down why going to Jacoby Brissett is the right decision for Ron Rivera, and why it certainly isn't all Howell's fault. **this episode was recorded before Rivera announced Brissett would be the Week 17 starter for Washington against San Francisc...

The Commanders first half against the Jets was as bad of a half of football as most observers have ever seen. Logan Paulsen shares his high level thoughts with Craig Hoffman upon returning from Christmas vacation from the special teams nightmare to the offense's FUBAR'd play.

The Commanders quarterback situation is somehow both complicated and simple. Jacoby Brissett and Sam Howell showed completely different results in back-to-back games and now Ron Rivera has a decision to make. What led to this point and where should he go? Craig Hoffman and Logan Paulsen discuss in depth, and why benching Howell now could be the best thing for him. **this episode was recorded befor...

The Commanders defense nearly pitched a shutout in the second half against the Jets, but the inability to get a key stop cost them the win. Plus, why has Emmanuel Forbes been on the bench as Benjamin St. Juste struggles? Craig Hoffman and Logan Paulsen break it down.

The Commanders lost to the Jets in heartbreaking fashion again, but more importantly it was another horror show for Sam Howell. The young quarterback was benched for the second straight game and watched Jacoby Brissett lead a second half comeback yet again. Craig Hoffman and guest co-host Mark Bullock discuss what the Commanders should do from here at the quarterback position.

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On this episode of Take Command, Craig and Logan kick things off by previewing the Commanders’ Sunday afternoon matchup with the Jets by discussing whether Sam Howell can bounce back from a performance against the Rams last week that saw him benched for Jacoby Brissett. Afterwards, Matt Harmon of the Reception Perception podcast joins the guy to talk about all things Commanders receivers: like the...

In this segment of Take Command, Craig and Logan preview the Commanders’ Sunday afternoon matchup with the New York Jets. They hit on the offense, defense, and Sam Howell with analysis of whether the young QB can bounce back this week.  Enjoy! 

In this portion of Take Command, Matt Harmon of the Reception Perception podcast joins the guys to break down Terry McLaurin and Jahan Dotson's performances this year and to decide if this season has helped or hurt their career.  Enjoy!

In this segment of Take Command, Craig and Logan are joined by Reception Perception’s co-host Matt Harmon to look at the Commanders offense more generally and determine whether Sam Howell and Eric Bienemy have helped or hurt the wide receivers this year.  Enjoy! 

On this episode of Take Command, Craig and Logan do a deep dive into Sunday’s quarterback play and the decision to bench Sam Howell in the Commanders’ 20-28 loss to the Rams. The guys break down the film from Sam’s snaps and give their thoughts on whether it was the right choice to put Jacoby in the game. Afterwards, to wrap things up, they look at the defense and highlight how that group found su...

In this segment of Take Command, Craig and Logan kick off their QB breakdown by getting into Sam Howell’s performance in the Commanders’ 20-28 loss to the Rams. Looking at the film, the two try to decide whether Sam Howell is ready to have the training wheels come off of the offense.  Enjoy! 

In this portion of Take Command, Logan and Craig continue their QB breakdown by discussing how EB and the Commanders’ offensive philosophy have hurt Sam Howell’s development over the course of the 2023-24 season.  Enjoy!

In this segment of Take Command, Craig and Logan take a look at the defense’s performance on Sunday versus the Rams. While the offense struggled, the guys highlight how the defense was able to pick up some slack and had moments of greatness throughout four quarters of play.  Enjoy! 

From 'Reception Perception' ( subscribe here ): In this clip, James and Matt share some thoughts on the Commanders bringing in Jacoby Brissett for Sam Howell in Week 15 against the Rams. 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 r...