Craig welcomes Mike Jones of The Athletic to break down the Commanders’ involvement in multiple offseason trade rumors, including their potential pursuit of Defensive Player of the Year Myles Garrett. They discuss whether Washington’s late first-round pick hinders their ability to make a blockbuster deal. Plus, Mike shares his thoughts on this year’s NFL coaching carousel, summing it up with one word: ridiculous.

Hour 1

1:12 - A New Era for the Mystics: Meet Sydney Johnson & Jamila Wideman

12:00 - Commanders Free Agency Priorities: Is Zach Ertz a Must-Keep?

24:17 - Who Are the Commanders Top Incumbents Free Agents?

33:20 - DK Metcalf to Washington? One Fan Says Yes, Craig Says No

A passionate Commanders fan calls in to argue why Washington should trade for DK Metcalf over other potential wide receiver targets like Deebo Samuel or Cooper Kupp. Craig isn’t sold—he explains why he believes Metcalf doesn’t maximize his 6’4", 230-pound frame, struggles with contested catches, and has issues with drops. Should Washington make a move for Metcalf, or look elsewhere for WR help?

Craig welcomes his Team 980 colleague, Chris Russell, for a station cross-talk segment to break down the Commanders’ most important free agents. Chris shares why he believes Zach Ertz is among the top three players Washington must re-sign, alongside Bobby Wagner and Jeremy Chinn. Craig weighs in with his thoughts—should the Commanders prioritize Ertz, or are there bigger needs to address?

Craig kicks off the show with a deep dive into the Washington Mystics' exciting new chapter, as they introduce their new head coach, Sydney Johnson, and general manager, Jamila Wideman. With fresh leadership in place, what does this mean for the team’s future? Craig breaks down the key takeaways from their introduction and the renewed energy surrounding the franchise.

1:12 - Hoffman Show Hour 1 - Luka Doncic Debut + Vibe Check Tuesday

39:33 - Hoffman Show Hour 2 - Take Command + Unrivaled 1-on-1 Tournament Delivers

1:21:27 - Hoffman Show Hour 3 - NFL Tiers, Wizards-Spurs Recap + Real Things

Hour 3

1:12 - NFL Tiers 2025: Where Do the Commanders Stand?

23:15 - Wizards French Heritage Night Recap

32:40 - Real Things: Allisha Gray + Rickea Jackson

Craig and Anthony break down ESPN's early 2025 NFL Power Rankings and sort teams into tiers in their NFL Tiers: 2025 Offseason Edition. The big question: Are the Commanders legitimate contenders heading into the offseason? Or do they belong in a lower tier—Puncher’s Chance, Interesting but Not Good Enough, or No Chance? Tune in as they debate Washington’s standing and which teams could be surprise risers or fallers.

Hour 2

1:12 - Take Command Segment w/ Logan Paulsen

24:50 - Unrivaled Tournament Delivers Drama

Craig and Anthony break down all the action from last night’s Unrivaled 1-on-1 tournament, which more than lived up to the hype. The biggest headline of the night? Mystics star Aaliyah Edwards, the No. 8 seed, pulling off a shocking upset over No. 1 seed Breanna Stewart in a thrilling showdown. They discuss the tournament format, the high-level competition, and why this event could be a game-changer for women's basketball.