Take Command

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The Take Command podcast hosted by Craig Hoffman and former NFL Tight End Logan Paulsen is your must listen location for Washington Commanders news, talk, analysis and debate.

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Take Command episodes:

05.03.2024
Why The Commanders Late Round Picks Could Be Future Contributors
On this episode of Take Command, Craig and Logan wrap up their examination of the Commanders’ 2024 NFL draft by diving into their late round picks. After discussing Jordan Magee, Dominique Hampton, and Javontae Jean-Baptiste, they get into Atlanta’s decision...
05.03.2024
What Does Jordan Magee Bring to the Commanders?
In this portion of Take Command, Craig and Logan do a deep dive into Jordan Magee and discuss why he is a great addition to Washington’s 2024 roster. Enjoy! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy ...
05.03.2024
Why Commanders Late Round Picks Are Success Stories
In this segment of Take Command, Craig and Logan break down Washington’s 5th round pick Dominique Hampton and 7th round pick Javontae Jean-Baptiste and discuss why they are great additions to the Commanders organization. Afterwards, they give some closing thoughts...
05.03.2024
Did Atlanta Make The Right Move With Penix?
In this portion of Take Command, Logan and Craig break down Atlanta’s decision to draft Michael Penix Jr. and identify some of the 2024 NFL draft’s biggest winners and losers Enjoy! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices...
05.02.2024
BONUS: With Schedule Release Nearing, NFL VP of Broadcasting Mike North Touches On All Things Scheduling | 'It's Always Gameday In Buffalo'
The 2024-25 NFL schedule is likely to be released during the second week of May. Audacy Original podcast 'It's Always Gameday In Buffalo' chatted with one of the men who is at the center of planning the NFL's broadcast schedule...
04.30.2024
Take Command’s 2024 NFL Draft Analysis
On this episode of Take Command, Craig and Logan give their complete reaction to the Commanders’ 2024 NFL Draft class. They kick things off by looking at the draft philosophically to determine what we learned about the new ownership group...
04.30.2024
What Can We Take Away From Washington’s 2024 NFL Draft?
In this portion of Take Command, Craig and Logan take a step back from the players to break down what they learned from the Commanders’ 2024 NFL draft in terms of team values and philosophies. Enjoy! To learn more about listener...
04.30.2024
What Did Commanders 2nd Rounders Teach Us About Adam Peters
In this segment of Take Command, Craig and Logan break down the Commanders’ 2nd round picks by discussing what Jer’Zhan Newton, Mike Sainristil, and Ben Sinnott bring to the organization. Enjoy! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices...
04.30.2024
Why Logan Paulsen Thinks Brandon Coleman Can Play Tackle
In this portion of Take Command, Logan and Craig dive into the Commanders’ third round picks and share what makes Brandon Coleman and Luke McCaffrey good fits in Washington. Enjoy! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit:...
04.26.2024
Take Command's 2024 NFL Draft 2nd Round Preview
Join Craig Hoffman and Logan Paulsen as they preview the second round of the 2024 NFL draft for the Washington Commanders. Enjoy! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad...
04.26.2024
Take Command’s 2024 NFL Draft First Round Reaction!
Join Craig Hoffman and Logan Paulsen LIVE from Detroit for their reaction to the first round of the 2024 NFL Draft and the Commanders' selecting Jayden Daniels at #2 overall! Enjoy! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices...
04.26.2024
Jayden Daniels Joins Take Command!
On this episode of Take Command, Jayden Daniels joins Craig Hoffman immediately following his selection as the Commanders’ #2 overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft. Enjoy! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy ...
04.25.2024
Take Command's Final 2024 NFL Draft Predictions
On this episode of Take Command, Craig and Logan give their final predictions of who the Commanders will select with the second overall pick in the 2024 NFL draft. Enjoy! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit:...
04.24.2024
Take Command’s Ultimate First Round Mock Draft
On this episode of Take Command, Craig and Logan draft the entire first round of the 2024 NFL draft. Making every selection for every team, they fill the Commanders’ shoes to play out how the first round may go Thursday...
04.24.2024
The #2 Overall Pick Is….
In this portion of Take Command, Craig and Logan kick off their ultimate mock draft by making the first four picks of the 2024 NFL draft - including Washington’s pick at second overall. Enjoy! To learn more about listener data and...
04.24.2024
How Will The Meat of the 2024 NFL Draft Shake Out?
In this segment of Take Command, Craig and Logan dive into the meat of the first round making every pick for every team to see what kinds of opportunities could arise for Washington. Enjoy! To learn more about listener data and...
04.24.2024
Is There A Late Round Trade For Washington?
In this portion of Take Command, Logan and Craig discuss the possibility of a trade for the Commanders to acquire another pick in the late first round and who, if accepted, they would use it to draft. Enjoy! To learn more...
04.22.2024
Charles Davis’ 2024 NFL Draft Guide
On this episode of Take Command, Charles Davis joins Craig and Logan to help get you prepared for the 2024 NFL draft! The guys kick things off by discussing the importance of team visits and player personality before getting into...
04.22.2024
Why Team Visits Matter with Charles Davis
In this portion of Take Command, Craig and Logan are joined by Charles Davis to discuss why team visits and player personality are such important aspects of the NFL draft process. Enjoy! To learn more about listener data and our privacy...
04.22.2024
Charles Davis’ Cornerback NFL Draft Preview
In this segment of Take Command, Charles Davis, Logan, and Craig discuss the best cornerback prospects that Washington should look out for during the 2024 NFL draft this weekend. Enjoy! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit:...
04.22.2024
Charles Davis’ Safety & Linebacker NFL Draft Preview
In this portion of Take Command, Charles Davis joins Craig and Logan to highlight some of the top prospects at the safety and linebacker positions for the Commanders. Enjoy! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy ...
04.17.2024
Mike Golic, Jr. Joins Take Command
On this episode of Take Command, Mike Golic, Jr. joins Craig and Logan to break down the 2024 NFL Draft offensive line class! The guys discuss their top prospects, how the Commanders should handle potential trade opportunities, and who Mike...
04.17.2024
Talking NFL Draft Offensive Linemen with Mike Golic, Jr.
In this portion of Take Command, Craig and Logan are joined by Mike Golic, Jr. to discuss the top offensive line prospects heading into the 2024 NFL draft! Enjoy! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy ...
04.17.2024
Which Offensive Linemen Should Commanders Target in Trade with Mike Golic, Jr.?
In this segment of Take Command, Mike Golic, Jr., Logan, and Craig break down some of the potential trade opportunities the Commanders could face before asking Mike who should be under center this fall. Enjoy! To learn more about listener data...
04.17.2024
Inside The 2024 NFL Draft Offensive Line Class
In this portion of Take Command, Craig and Logan react to their conversation with Mike Golic, Jr. and share their own thoughts about who the top offensive line prospects are for Washington. Enjoy! To learn more about listener data and our...
04.15.2024
Dane Brugler Joins Take Command
On this episode of Take Command, Dane Brugler, author of The Beast, joins Craig and Logan to dive deep into the upcoming 2024 NFL draft. Craig and Logan kick things off with a brief discussion about what makes NFL scouting...
04.15.2024
How to Scout Each Position for the NFL Draft
In this portion of Take Command, Craig and Logan discuss what makes NFL scouting so difficult and how positions need to be evaluated differently as the Commanders head towards the 2024 NFL draft. Enjoy! To learn more about listener data and...
04.15.2024
Dane Brugler Talks NFL Draft Offensive Lineman
In this segment of Take Command, Logan and Craig are joined by Dane Brugler, author of The Beast, to dive deep into the top prospects for the Commanders in the 2024 NFL draft. Enjoy! To learn more about listener data and...
04.15.2024
Dane Brugler Talks NFL Draft WRs and Edges
In this portion of Take Command, Dane Brugler, Craig, and Logan continue their discussion about the 2024 NFL draft and the names the Commanders should have on their draft board. Enjoy! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices...
04.11.2024
Mina Kimes Joins Take Command
On this episode of Take Command, Mina Kimes joins Craig and Logan in the NFL Draft war room! Mimicking her well known mock draft format, the gang goes through the first round to fill you in on how they believe...
04.11.2024
What Happens in the War Room?
In this portion of Take Command, Craig and Logan prepare for Mina Kimes to join the pod by breaking down what’s different about her war room format and how different it is to be in the room on draft day...
04.11.2024
Mina Kimes’ Commanders War Room Pt. 1
In this segment of Take Command, Logan and Craig are joined by Mina Kimes to run through a variety of draft day scenarios for the Washington Commanders. Enjoy! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy ...
04.11.2024
Mina Kimes’ Commanders War Room Pt. 2
In this portion of Take Command, Mina Kimes, Craig, and Logan continue their discussion about the upcoming 2024 NFL Draft and what it could mean for the rebuilding Washington Commanders. Enjoy! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices...
04.09.2024
Evaluating the BIGGEST Factor for Commanders QB Choices
On this episode of Take Command, Craig and Logan dive into another round of quarterback evaluations for the Commanders’ top 3 prospects: Jayden Daniels, Drake Maye, and JJ McCarthy. The guys discuss why processing is the most important aspect of...
04.09.2024
What’s Actually Important in QB Evaluations?
In this portion of Take Command, Craig and Logan discuss why processing is the most important aspect of a quarterback evaluation ahead of the 2024 NFL Draft. Enjoy! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy ...
04.09.2024
Is Jayden Daniels The Standout Favorite For Washington?
In this segment of Take Command, Logan and Craig examine Jayden Daniels’ processing ability, what makes him special, and why he may be the standout favorite for Washington to select at #2 overall. Enjoy! To learn more about listener data and...
04.09.2024
Could Maye or McCarthy Still Be The Pick For Commanders?
In this portion of Take Command, Craig and Logan shift their focus to Drake Maye and JJ McCarthy and, after discussing their processing ability, break down why they are still viable options for Washington at #2. Enjoy! To learn more about...
04.04.2024
Take Command’s QB Evaluations & Defensive Draft Guide
On this episode of Take Command, Craig and Logan kick things off by discussing how they approach quarterback evaluations and how it reflects how the Commanders should approach the draft process. Afterwards, they get into their defensive draft guide hitting...
04.04.2024
How Should Commanders Evaluate Quarterback Prospects
In this portion of Take Command, Craig and Logan break down how they approach quarterback evaluations and why it reflects how the Commanders should be thinking about the 2024 NFL draft. Enjoy! To learn more about listener data and our privacy...
04.04.2024
What D-Linemen Stick Out In The 2024 Draft Class?
In this segment of Take Command, Logan and Craig dive into their defensive draft guide by highlighting some of the top d-line prospects at each position. Enjoy! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy ...
04.04.2024
Is There Any Depth to the 2024 Defensive Backfield Class?
In this portion of Take Command, Craig and Logan shift their focus to the backfield as they wrap up their 2024 defensive draft guide. Enjoy! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more...
04.02.2024
Take Command’s 2024 Offensive NFL Draft Guide
On this episode of Take Command, Craig and Logan break down the offensive standouts at each position ahead of the NFL draft. They take you through some of the biggest names to keep your eye on before picking the “freak”...
04.02.2024
Who is the FREAK of this 2024 NFL Draft Lineman Class?
In this portion of Take Command, Craig and Logan go through the names in the interior lineman and tackle classes for the 2024 NFL draft that you should know and their “freak” picks for each position. Enjoy! To learn more about listener...
04.02.2024
Just How Deep is the 2024 Skill Position Class?
In this segment of Take Command, Logan and Craig dive into the skill positions for the 2024 NFL draft and highlight some of the names that stick out to them, why they stand out among the groups, and who their...
04.02.2024
Why Aren’t Penix & Nix Top Tier Quarterbacks?
In this portion of Take Command, Craig and Logan discuss some of the “non-top 4” quarterbacks in the 2024 NFL draft class- like Michael Penix Jr., Bo Nix, and Spencer Rattler. The guys give their takes on these players and...
03.29.2024
Take Command’s Guide to Pro Days
On this episode of Take Command, Craig and Logan bring you the ultimate guide to NFL pro days! They kick things off by discussing what the purpose of a pro day is and how players can use the opportunity to...
03.29.2024
What Makes a Great Pro Day?
In this portion of Take Command, Craig and Logan discuss what the purpose of a pro day is and what coaches are looking for at these walkthroughs. Afterwards, they share some takeaways from Jayden Daniels’ pro day and his comments...
03.29.2024
Who’s The Right Fit For Washington: Drake Maye, Jayden Daniels, or JJ McCarthy?
In this segment of Take Command, Logan and Craig dive back into the quarterback battle following a slew of pro days to try and determine which future NFL quarterback would be the best fit for Washington. Enjoy! To learn more about...
03.29.2024
Who Had a Better Pro Day: Logan Paulsen or Joe Milton?
In this portion of Take Command, Craig and Logan reminisce on Logan’s pro day at UCLA before getting into how impressive Joe Milton’s performance was at his walkthrough. Enjoy! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy ...
03.27.2024
Silly Season: JJ McCarthy, The Importance of Mock Drafts & Tackle Breakdowns
On this episode of Take Command, Craig and Logan kick things off by addressing the rumors that the Commanders will use the second overall pick to draft JJ McCarthy and break down the pros and cons of the potential decision....

What's Take Command about?

Download our free app to listen on your phone

Take Command episodes:

Why The Commanders Late Round Picks Could Be Future Contributors

What Does Jordan Magee Bring to the Commanders?

Why Commanders Late Round Picks Are Success Stories

Did Atlanta Make The Right Move With Penix?

BONUS: With Schedule Release Nearing, NFL VP of Broadcasting Mike North Touches On All Things Scheduling | 'It's Always Gameday In Buffalo'

Take Command’s 2024 NFL Draft Analysis

What Can We Take Away From Washington’s 2024 NFL Draft?

What Did Commanders 2nd Rounders Teach Us About Adam Peters

Why Logan Paulsen Thinks Brandon Coleman Can Play Tackle

Take Command's 2024 NFL Draft 2nd Round Preview

Take Command’s 2024 NFL Draft First Round Reaction!

Jayden Daniels Joins Take Command!

Take Command's Final 2024 NFL Draft Predictions

Take Command’s Ultimate First Round Mock Draft

The #2 Overall Pick Is….

How Will The Meat of the 2024 NFL Draft Shake Out?

Is There A Late Round Trade For Washington?

Charles Davis’ 2024 NFL Draft Guide

Why Team Visits Matter with Charles Davis

Charles Davis’ Cornerback NFL Draft Preview

Charles Davis’ Safety & Linebacker NFL Draft Preview

Mike Golic, Jr. Joins Take Command

Talking NFL Draft Offensive Linemen with Mike Golic, Jr.

Which Offensive Linemen Should Commanders Target in Trade with Mike Golic, Jr.?

Inside The 2024 NFL Draft Offensive Line Class

Dane Brugler Joins Take Command

How to Scout Each Position for the NFL Draft

Dane Brugler Talks NFL Draft Offensive Lineman

Dane Brugler Talks NFL Draft WRs and Edges

Mina Kimes Joins Take Command

What Happens in the War Room?

Mina Kimes’ Commanders War Room Pt. 1

Mina Kimes’ Commanders War Room Pt. 2

Evaluating the BIGGEST Factor for Commanders QB Choices

What’s Actually Important in QB Evaluations?

Is Jayden Daniels The Standout Favorite For Washington?

Could Maye or McCarthy Still Be The Pick For Commanders?

Take Command’s QB Evaluations & Defensive Draft Guide

How Should Commanders Evaluate Quarterback Prospects

What D-Linemen Stick Out In The 2024 Draft Class?

Is There Any Depth to the 2024 Defensive Backfield Class?

Take Command’s 2024 Offensive NFL Draft Guide

Who is the FREAK of this 2024 NFL Draft Lineman Class?

Just How Deep is the 2024 Skill Position Class?

Why Aren’t Penix & Nix Top Tier Quarterbacks?

Take Command’s Guide to Pro Days

What Makes a Great Pro Day?

Who’s The Right Fit For Washington: Drake Maye, Jayden Daniels, or JJ McCarthy?

Who Had a Better Pro Day: Logan Paulsen or Joe Milton?

Silly Season: JJ McCarthy, The Importance of Mock Drafts & Tackle Breakdowns