Craig is joined by CBS Sports analyst Charles Davis, who will be on the call for Sunday’s Commanders-Steelers matchup, to discuss Washington’s headline-making acquisition of four-time Pro Bowl cornerback Marshon Lattimore. Davis shares his perspective on the biggest adjustments Lattimore will face, both on and off the field, as he integrates into Washington’s defense. He also reflects on the Commanders' impressive maturity as a franchise, crediting both the players and leadership for their poised approach during a season full of big moves and big wins.

Hour 2

1:12 - Commanders' Recalibration and Marshon Lattimore’s Arrival: Craig and Mitch Tischler React

21:22 - Take Command Tape Tuesday: Jayden Daniels vs. NYG

36:45 - NFL Trade Deadline Wrap-Up: Surprises and Missed Moves

Craig and Anthony review the biggest moves from NFL Trade Deadline day, analyzing standout trades that could shift team fortunes this season. They also dig into the notable names that stayed put despite being heavily rumored to be on the move. Craig and Anthony discuss why some expected trades didn’t happen and debate how these decisions could impact the teams involved for the rest of the season.

Craig welcomes Mitch Tischler, co-host of the Beltway Football Podcast, to dive deeper into the Commanders' trade deadline blockbuster acquisition of Marshon Lattimore. Mitch reveals he didn’t expect GM Adam Peters to make such a big splash at the deadline, highlighting that the Commanders’ “recalibration” might be happening sooner than anyone anticipated. With the rapid development of rookie QB Jayden Daniels and the Commanders sitting atop the NFC East, Craig and Mitch discuss how fans and media alike might need to rethink Washington’s current championship window. They also break down their impressions of the Commanders’ defense after the Giants game and what it means now with a Pro Bowl-caliber cornerback like Lattimore in the mix.

Hour 1

1:12 - Commanders Land Marshon Lattimore: Craig Reacts to Commanders #NFLTradeDeadline Move

11:58 - Vibe Check Tuesday Calls

20:46 - Craig's Clapback: Revisiting Shane's Comments on Adam Peters' Moves

Craig responds to a caller, Shane, who previously criticized Commanders GM Adam Peters for “bringing in bums” after trading away Jahan Dotson. Now, in light of the Commanders’ trade for Pro Bowl cornerback Marshon Lattimore, Craig pulls up Shane's comments from the Dotson trade to see how they’ve aged. Craig breaks down how Peters’ moves have reshaped the team’s trajectory, with Washington sitting at the top of the NFC East and fortified by their newest addition in Lattimore.

Craig kicks off the show with his reaction to the Commanders’ major NFL trade deadline move, acquiring four-time Pro Bowl cornerback Marshon Lattimore from the Saints. With Washington sitting atop the NFC East at 7-2, Craig dives into how Lattimore’s arrival could further elevate the Commanders' defense and bolster their playoff aspirations. He breaks down the immediate impact of adding a premier talent to the secondary, what Lattimore brings to Washington, and how this trade positions the Commanders among the NFC’s elite.

From 'Take Command' (subscribe here): Craig and Logan break down Jayden Daniels’ performance in yet another dominant offensive victory against the Giants. 

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1:12 - Hoffman Show Hour 1 - Craig’s Biggest Takeaways from Win Over Giants + Tell the Truth Monday Calls

42:17 - Hoffman Show Hour 2 - Michael Phillips Recaps Commanders-Giants, Around the NFL + Dave Johnson Previews Wizards-Warriors

1:27:16 - Commanders Pick-6: How did our six players with the spotlight on them perform in Week 9?

Craig and Anthony discuss how the six players that Craig and Anthony spotlighted on Friday played in the Week 9 game against the Giants.