Craig dives into the latest injury updates for the Commanders ahead of their highly anticipated Sunday Night Football matchup against the Falcons. With key players like Marshon Lattimore, Dyami Brown and Andrew Wylie, Craig breaks down what their potential availability means for the team. He also previews the critical game, highlighting the stakes: the Commanders can clinch their first playoff berth since 2020 with a victory. Craig examines how the Commanders can neutralize Michael Penix Jr. in his second career start, protect Jayden Daniels, and overcome recent struggles in the run game.

From 'Take Command' (subscribe here): Craig and Logan preview the exciting matchup between the Washington Commanders' defense and the Atlanta Falcons' offense. 

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1:12 - Hoffman Show Hour 1 - Christmas Day Recap, Does Michael Penix Deserve an Apology, Dan Pizzuta Previews WSH vs. ATL + Wizards vs Hornets Preview

43:55 - Hoffman Show Hour 2 - Not My Beat + Never Read the Comments

1:33:49 - Hoffman Show Hour 3 - Commanders Pick-6 + Thursday Night Football Preview

Hour 3

1:12 - Commanders Pick-6: Reaction to Kliff Kingsbury and Joe Whitt at the Podium

21:57 - Thursday Night Football Preview

It's a Commanders Pick-6! As the Commanders gear up for Week 15, coordinators Kliff Kingsbury and Joe Whitt Jr. addressed the media. Craig breaks down the six biggest comments from the press conferences, offering his reactions and insights as Washington looks to pick a huge win on Sunday against the Saints.

Hour 2

1:12 - Sunday Night Spotlight with Mike Tirico

25:32 - Never Read the Comments

Craig braves the YouTube comments section, addressing some of the biggest items currently stirring the pot in Washington Commanders land. It's a candid response to fan reactions, controversies, and the pulse of Commanders Nation.

Craig is joined by Mike Tirico, who will be calling the Commanders-Falcons Sunday Night Football game on NBC. They dive into a comprehensive preview of the matchup, starting with Michael Penix Jr. taking over as the Falcons' starting quarterback and how the Falcons' offensive line might fare against the Commanders' formidable defensive front.

The discussion shifts to the stellar season Jayden Daniels is having, highlighting his growth and how it has contributed to Terry McLaurin's career year, now that McLaurin finally has a quarterback capable of unlocking his full potential.

They close by reflecting on the big-picture transformation of the Commanders under Josh Harris' leadership, showcasing the team's evolution over the last 18 months and how it has set the stage for a brighter future.

Hour 1

1:12 - Christmas Day Recap: NFL Games Sucked, Beyonce + NBA Games Delivered

11:13 - Does the Media Owe the Falcons An Apology for Michael Penix?

25:07 - NFL Christmas Game Reactions + Commanders vs. Falcons Preview

35:38 - Dave Johnson Previews Wizards vs. Hornets

Craig is joined by Dan Pizzuta of the 33rd Team to break down the highlights and surprises from yesterday's NFL Christmas games, offering quick reactions to the biggest moments. The conversation then pivots to previewing the highly anticipated Commanders vs. Falcons matchup. They discuss Jayden Daniels' clutch performance against the Eagles and the strides Michael Penix Jr. made in his first NFL start against the Giants. A key focus is on how Penix operated primarily from the pistol formation, a stark contrast to the typical under-center setup, and how that might factor into Sunday's game.