Take Command

Former Commanders linebacker and 2x Pro Bowler Lorenzo Alexander joins Craig Hoffman and Logan Paulsen to discuss the impact Jack Del Rio's political comments could have on the Commander's locker room. They dive into how different players -- from rookies to veterans -- might react and how it could impact Del Rio's ability to do his job. They also discuss the diversity of an NFL locker room and how...

Former Commanders linebacker and 2x Pro Bowler Lorenzo Alexander joins Craig Hoffman and Logan Paulsen to discuss the impact Jack Del Rio's political comments could have on the Commander's locker room. They dive into how different players -- from rookies to veterans -- might react and how it could impact Del Rio's ability to do his job. They also discuss the diversity of an NFL locker room and how...

Is Jahan Dotson emerging as a legit WR1 in the NFL? Logan dives into practice and the tape, while Craig asks how Scott Turner can use the rookie WR in innovative ways alongside Terry McLaurin and Curtis Samuel. Plus, Logan enlightens us on how formations are called within an offense with versatile personnel.

The guys wrap up the show breaking down the defense. They dive into William Jackson III's struggles to adjust to the Commanders zone scheme. Plus, they debate if Benjamin St. Juste can fill the nickel role full time without a "buffalo nickel" player being needed.

Craig Hoffman and Logan Paulsen preview week three of OTA's. The guys speculate whether Carson Wentz can continue to revolutionize the Commanders offense and how much of his impressive start is merely a comparison to failures past. Plus, they go deep on the options in the secondary as Jack Del Rio tries to find a winning combination of defensive backs. Logan breaks down Montez Sweat and Chase Youn...

Craig Hoffman and Logan Paulsen preview week three of OTA's. The guys speculate whether Carson Wentz can continue to revolutionize the Commanders offense and how much of his impressive start is merely a comparison to failures past. Plus, they go deep on the options in the secondary as Jack Del Rio tries to find a winning combination of defensive backs.

Logan breaks down Montez Sweat and Chase Young as the guys project how each player can and will grow in 2022. They look at Sweat's unique ability as a run defender, Young's acumen and intuition, and look at where both can grow as they enter their primes.

Craig and Logan answer listener questions from Twitter about Terry McLaurin and the tight ends. What will happen with McLaurin's contract and what factors go into that decision? Plus, how will the tight end room shake out and will special teams hold an unexpected key?

Is the Washington Commanders pursuit of a new stadium in trouble? WUSA9's Eric Flack joins Craig Hoffman and Logan Paulsen to discuss how Dan Snyder's sinking popularity is on the way to sinking his pursuit of a new stadium. Plus, they talk about the ongoing congressional investigation and how its impact is also affecting lawmakers willingness to provide public funding for the stadium project. Log...

WUSA9 Chief Investigative Reporter Eric Flack joins Craig Hoffman and Logan Paulsen to discuss the latest on Dan Snyder. The Commanders owner is pursuing a stadium deal in Virginia, which looks to be falling through as the state legislature pushes off a vote and some lawmakers revoke support. They also talk about the ongoing congressional investigation and how the two stories are related.

Logan Paulsen shares his observation from week two of OTA's as he and Craig Hoffman break down the Commanders off-season. They talk about how Phidarian Mathis is fitting in, how his play is affecting Cole Holcomb and Jamin Davis, and the problems emerging in the Washington secondary.

Craig Hoffman and Logan Paulsen look at the Eagles off-season and share why they think Philadelphia is the favorite in the NFC East.

Craig Hoffman and Logan Paulsen dive into the Commanders stadium drama and give their extended insight into things that the team should be considering when picking a site. Plus, they react to the struggles the team is having securing public support and funding. The guys then dive into OTA's, starting with the absences of Terry McLaurin and Chase Young. Hear why they think McLaurin's absence can ac...

Craig Hoffman and Logan Paulsen dive into the Commanders stadium drama and give their extended insight into things that the team should be considering when picking a site. Plus, they react to the struggles the team is having securing public support and funding.

Craig Hoffman and Logan Paulsen share why it's a problem for Chase Young to skip OTA's, while it's not an issue for Terry McLaurin. Plus, they give their takes on where Da'Ron Payne is on that scale.

Logan Paulsen shares his observations from the first week of Commanders OTA's from the offensive side of the ball.

Grant Paulsen from 106.7 The Fan joins Craig Hoffman to talk about the latest breaking news regarding Washington's troubled owner. Craig and Grant break down the implications of the latest USA Today report that suggests owners are "counting votes" to kick Snyder out of the league. Could it happen? How so? What other options are on the table? Logan then re-joins to breakdown Washington's running ba...

Grant Paulsen from 106.7 The Fan joins Craig Hoffman to talk about the latest breaking news regarding Washington's troubled owner. Craig and Grant break down the implications of the latest USA Today report that suggests owners are "counting votes" to kick Snyder out of the league. Could it happen? How so? What other options are on the table?

Logan shares his insights from a weekend of film study on Washington's running backs: Antonio Gibson, JD McKissick and Bryan Robinson, Jr.

In this week's mailbag, Logan explains the subtle, but important differences between the buffalo nickel and a regular nickel defense. Craig expands the answer to explain why it's a great counter to modern NFL offenses.

Jay Gruden joins Craig Hoffman and Logan Paulsen to talk about what it takes to run an NFL offense. The guys talk about the demand of putting together a gameplan, how it works, and the major factors that affect how it comes together. They talk about the challenges of different coordinators and personnel as well as deal breakers, specifically at the quarterback position. Plus, Gruden gives his asse...

Jay Gruden shares what it takes to put together an NFL Gameplan, including how coaches have to adapt to their players.

Jay Gruden shares what he looks for in scouting players. Plus, what he thinks of Jack Del Rio and why he was so high on Terry McLaurin.

Our off-season scouting reports continue with the Dallas Cowboys. Logan and Craig debate whether the Cowboys should have moved on from Amari Cooper and the pressure that puts on Dak Prescott. Plus, Logan goes deep on the Cowboys draft class.

Logan Paulsen shares his insights after re-watching Cole Holcomb's and Jamin Davis's performances at linebacker in 2021. The guys go deep on how other players deficiencies affected their play as well as the specific strengths and weaknesses of each of the players on their own. Plus, Craig explains why playing middle linebacker is like being able to order from The Cheesecake Factory. What position...