The Hoffman Show

Craig is joined by Ben Standig of The Athletic to recap Day 1 of Commanders mandatory minicamp. They begin with the headline of the day: Terry McLaurin’s continued absence as his contract situation lingers into minicamp. Why has this stretched this far, and what’s next? Then, they shift to on-field observations, highlighting standout performances — including a strong showing from rookie RB Jacory...

Hour 1 1:12 - Commanders Minicamp Takeaways: Terry Absent, Rookies + 2nd-Yr Players Shine 9:32 - Does Holdout Change the Tenor of Negotiations? 20:33 - Vibe Check Tuesday: Calls on Terry McLaurin Holdout

Craig opens the show with his top takeaways from the first day of Commanders mandatory minicamp. While star wide receiver Terry McLaurin is notably absent, veterans Laremy Tunsil and Marshon Lattimore return after skipping OTAs. Craig breaks down who stood out on the field, including impressive showings from rookies Luke McCaffrey, Jacory Croskey-Merritt, Ben Sinnott, and QB Jayden Daniels. What d...

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1:12 - Hoffman Show Hour 1 - NBA Finals Game 2 Recap + Packers Release Jaire Alexander, Should Commanders Sign Him? 38:05 - Hoffman Show Hour 2 - Greg Matzek Talks Jaire Alexander + JI Halsell Talks Terry McLaurin Contract 1:19:19 - Hoffman Show Hour 3 - Sabalenka-Gauff Fallout, Weekend in Review + Real Things

Hour 3 1:12 - Sabalenka Speaks Out After French Open Loss — Fair or Foul? 12:35 - Weekend in Review 19:30 - Maryland Mayhem: Inside the Exits of Kevin Willard & Damon Evans 30:17 - Real Things: Coco Gauff

Craig and Anthony react to the bombshell Baltimore Sun report detailing the departures of Maryland basketball head coach Kevin Willard and athletic director Damon Evans. They dive into Willard’s frustrations over NIL support and institutional commitment, why Evans’ exit may have accelerated Willard’s decision, and what it all means for the future of Maryland basketball. With leadership gone and tr...

Craig and Anthony react to Aryna Sabalenka’s post-match comments following her French Open final loss to Coco Gauff. Craig defends Sabalenka’s right to express her truth, even if the timing wasn’t ideal, while Anthony argues her remarks came off as disrespectful and dismissive of Gauff’s hard-fought win. They break down the match, the comments, and whether Sabalenka crossed a line or was simply be...

Hour 2 1:12 - Why the Packers Moved On from Jaire Alexander 11:53 - Where Will Giannis Antetokounmpo End Up? 18:57 - What Should Terry McLaurin's Next Contract Look Like? 32:17 - Craig Believes Terry Deserves 30Ms Per Year

Craig welcomes on NFL agent and salary cap analyst JI Halsell to break down what kind of contract Terry McLaurin could command as he seeks a new deal. With McLaurin skipping voluntary OTAs, Craig and JI discuss the wide receiver market, how Terry stacks up against other top WRs, and what factors the Commanders front office will need to consider when structuring an extension for their star pass cat...

Craig welcomes Greg Matzek, Sports Director and Host for 620WTMJ & ESPN Milwaukee, to break down the Packers' surprising decision to release two-time Pro Bowl cornerback Jaire Alexander. Greg explains how contract issues and Alexander’s injury history—missing 20 games over the last two seasons—played major roles in Green Bay’s move. He also shares insight into Alexander’s on-field demeanor, likeni...

Hour 1 1:12 - Craig Salutes All Parents 7:08 - Thunder Strike Back: OKC Dominates Game 2 20:18 - Should the Commanders Go After Jaire Alexander?

Craig, Anthony, and Lynnell react to the breaking news that the Green Bay Packers have released two-time Pro Bowl cornerback Jaire Alexander. With the Commanders still in need of defensive back help, the crew debates whether Washington should make a move for the star corner. They weigh the upside of adding an All-Pro talent against the risks of his recent injury history and high price tag. Is Alex...

Craig and Anthony begin the show breaking down the Thunder’s emphatic Game 2 win over the Pacers. After dropping Game 1, Oklahoma City responded with authority, using a massive 17-2 run in the second quarter to seize control and never look back. The guys dissect what changed for OKC, how their defensive intensity and ball movement flipped the script, and what this means heading into Game 3.

In the best of the Wizards on 106.7 The Fan/Team 980 this week, BMitch & Finlay react to the Tom Thibodeau firing; The Sports Junkies ask if Thibodeau would be a fit for the Wizards; The Chris Russell Show chimes in on the Knicks' decision; New York radio personality Peter Rosenburg joins BMitch & Finlay to react to the firing; The Athletic's David Aldridge joins The Hoffman Show to give his take

1:12 - Hoffman Show Hour 1 - Pacers Take 1-0 Series Lead + Colts LB Zaire Franklin Joins the Show 39:28 - Hoffman Show Hour 2 - Andrew Chernoff Talks NBA Finals Game 1, Jason Kidd to the Knicks? + Clinton Yates on Learning from Pacers-Thunder 1:19:32 - Hoffman Show Hour 3 - Latest on Terry McLaurin Contract Negotiations, Weekend Preview + Real Things

Craig reacts to the latest developments in Terry McLaurin's contract negotiations with the Washington Commanders. NFL insiders Albert Breer and John Keim shared insights on 106.7 The Fan, indicating that discussions are currently strained. Breer noted that McLaurin is likely seeking a deal starting at $30 million annually, reflecting the escalating market for top wide receivers. Keim highlighted t...

Hour 2 1:12 - NBA Finals Game 1 Recap with Andrew Chernoff: Pacers Steal One in OKC 14:10 - New York Knicks Interested in Speaking with Jason Kidd to Fill HC Vacancy 21:24 - Clinton Yates on Team-Building Lessons from the Thunder and Pacers

Craig welcomes ESPN's Clinton Yates to react to Game 1 of the NBA Finals, where the Pacers stunned the Thunder. They dive into what stood out in the opening matchup and shift focus to the bigger picture—what can the rest of the NBA learn from how Oklahoma City and Indiana built their rosters? Clinton and Craig discuss the value of patience, smart drafting, and culture-setting as key ingredients to...

Craig welcomes on longtime friend and Wish-TV Indianapolis anchor Andrew Chernoff to break down the Pacers' thrilling Game 1 win over the Thunder in the NBA Finals. They discuss how Indiana managed to steal the opener in OKC, what adjustments the Thunder need to make, and whether the Pacers can keep the momentum going.

Hour 1 1:12 - Pacers Steal Game 1: How They Shocked the Thunder 21:48 - Calls on Pacers Stealing Game 1 Against Thunder 32:48 - Zaire Franklin Reacts to Pacers Game 1 Win: “Haliburton Is a Superstar”

Craig welcomes on Indianapolis Colts linebacker Zaire Franklin to get his immediate reaction to the Pacers’ stunning Game 1 win over the Thunder in the NBA Finals. Franklin passionately defends Tyrese Haliburton’s superstar status and shares what the energy has been like in Indianapolis during this improbable playoff run.

Craig and Anthony react to the Pacers pulling off another stunning Game 1 win, this time against the Oklahoma City Thunder to take a 1-0 lead in the NBA Finals. Despite trailing for nearly the entire game and only leading for 0.3 seconds, Indiana pulled it out late. Craig and Anthony break down what went wrong for the Thunder after holding a 15-point lead and how the Pacers continue to defy expect...

From 'Take Command' (subscribe here): Commanders OTA's keep on rolling and the one man mentioned by name by both Dan Quinn and Joe Whitt Jr was none other than Daron Payne ... Logan and Craig breakdown what Daron has been doing in OTA's that has made him catch the eye of the head honchos and how important a breakout season for him would change the outlook of the defensive line To learn more about...

1:12 - Hoffman Show Hour 1 - Aaron Rodgers to the Steelers, Terry McLaurin “Upset” + Economic Impact of Super Bowl 39:50 - Hoffman Show Hour 2 - Take Command + Never Read the Comments 1:21:36 - Hoffman Show Hour 3 - NBA Finals Game 1 Preview, Mystics-Liberty Preview + Real Things