Command The Commute

Command The Commute

By Bob Bechtel & Michael BurgerSportsFootballFantasy Sports
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Command The Commute episodes

  • Week 5: JD Re-Charged

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    For this week’s episode, Mike and I break down Washington’s tough loss to Atlanta and relive all the best moments from the tailgate party I hosted. Then we dive into our “Can’t Lose Locks” segment, giving our Week 5 picks and predictions. We also hit on the latest NFL news from around the league before turning our attention to Washington’s upcoming road matchup against the Chargers. Another fun, football-packed episode filled with hot takes and plenty of laughs.


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    1 hr 2 min
  • Week 4: A-Town Down

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    This week’s ride takes us south as Washington heads to Atlanta. We kick things off by recapping last week’s battle with the Raiders, sharing our one-of-a-kind National Anthem experience, and breaking down everything we liked (and didn’t) from the game. Then we widen the lens with some takes on league news, this year’s Hall of Fame inductees, and the storylines catching our attention. We wrap it up by looking ahead and making our predictions for the Week 4 matchup against the Falcons. Another jam-packed commute episode full of laughs, hot takes, and that Command the Commute energy.


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    1 hr 19 min
  • Week 3: JD on the Rocks

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    Mike and I were joined by a packed lineup of guests as we broke down Washington’s matchup against the Raiders. From game reactions to heated debates, everyone had a take in this one. We also turned up the energy looking ahead to the Salisbury Alumni Game — hyping the tailgate, traditions, and all the excitement that’s coming with it. Another jam-packed commute full of laughs, football talk, and that Bechtel tailgate spirit.


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    1 hr 33 min
  • Week 2: (TNF) Tundra Night Football

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    Back in the home studio for our first away game, Mike and Bob break down Washington’s dominant Week 1 win over the Giants. We ranked our New York–themed tailgate food, looked back at our Week 1 picks, and checked in on how Bob’s fantasy squad performed. Then we turned the focus to Lambeau Field, previewing the Thursday night showdown with the Packers, sharing what we expect, and locking in our predictions for Week 2.


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    1 hr 3 min
  • Week 1: Wilson!!!

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    Mike and Bob hit the road bright and early for the season opener against the Giants. On the commute down, they dive into a full New York–themed tailgate menu, share their predictions for the matchup, and lock in a few NFL-wide bets. Along the way, the pod gets its very first caller, the rain clears just in time for the tailgate, and the hype builds for Santana Moss’s well-deserved induction into the Ring of Fame.


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    1 hr 47 min
  • Week 0: Seasons Greetings

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    In this week’s episode of Command the Commute, Mike and Bob settle into the home studio to break down the latest in Washington football. We kick things off with the big news—Terry McLaurin signing his new extension—and give our quick thoughts on the 53-man roster. Then Pops joins the show for a special segment, where we go game-by-game through the upcoming season and predict our record. Along the way, Dad shares some priceless stories and insights from the glory days of Redskins football in the 70s and 80s, adding perspective you won’t hear anywhere else.


    Whether you’re here for roster talk, season predictions, or a trip down memory lane, this episode has it all.


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    1 hr 35 min
  • Preseason Week 3: Charmless City

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    The Command the Commute van rolled out bright and early at 6:30 AM for our first real road clash of the season: Washington vs. Baltimore. This time, we brought along not one, but two special guests—including Bob’s mom—who helped bring a whole new vibe to the pod. With no traffic in sight, the ride was smooth, the conversation was lively, and the rivalry with the Ravens was in full swing. Tune in as we break down the matchup, share some laughs, and give you that front-seat feel of game day.


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    1 hr 42 min
  • Preseason Week 2: Tiger Stripes

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    The Command the Commute crew is rolling into our first home game of the year as the Bengals come to town for Monday Night Football. Preseason week two brings us traffic jams, heavy rain, and plenty to break down on the road to the stadium. We’re also debuting our brand-new segment, “Who’s Down”—you won’t want to miss it.


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    1 hr 58 min
  • Preseason Week 1: Training Wheels

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    We’re off and running! In the very first episode of Command the Commute, Bob and Mike hit record as they leave the driveway on the way to watch the Commanders’ preseason opener vs. the Patriots.


    You’ll get raw takes, camp chatter, quarterback talk, fan frustrations, and a pit stop at the bar — all captured in real time. No edits. No filters. Just two guys commuting into a season full of hope and heartbreak.


    This is how it starts. This is Training Wheels.


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    46 min

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Command the Commute is your go-to Washington Commanders podcast, recorded on the road to the stadium. Hosts Bob and Michael deliver real-time fan takes, game recaps, and NFL news with Burgundy…