With the Commanders off to a strong 6-2 start but still in year one of a roster rebuild, Craig dives into the difficult question facing General Manager Adam Peters ahead of Tuesday's trade deadline. Currently projected to pick 29th in the 2025 NFL Draft, should the Commanders prioritize immediate success or think long-term as they continue to build a sustainable contender? Craig argues that Washington's rebuilding status and draft position make a compelling case for caution, urging Peters to approach the deadline with future development in mind.

Craig welcomes Commanders rookie cornerback Mike Sainristil to discuss the team's thrilling Hail Mary win over the Bears, bringing Washington to a 6-2 record. Sainristil shares his unique view from the sidelines during the play and dives into his journey from college to the NFL, including the shift from playing primarily inside corner at Michigan to handling more outside coverage with the Commanders. He also opens up about working under Defensive Coordinator Joe Whitt Jr., what he’s learning as he preps for a second showdown against the Giants, and closes with his favorite Jim Harbaugh story from his Michigan days.

From 'Take Command' (subscribe here): Craig and Logan discuss the importance of finishing following the hail mary victory against the Bears and how that win may have affected Washington’s preparation for its Giants rematch. 

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1:12 - Hoffman Show Hour 1 - Jayden Daniels at the Podium, Clinton Yates Talks Yankees-Dodgers + Evaluating the Commanders Defensive Efficiency

38:51 - Hoffman Show Hour 2 - Kevin Sheehan Ranks “Hail Jayden” Play + Competition Wednesday

1:18:53 - Hoffman Show Hour 3 - Commanders Pick-6, Dave Johnson Previews Wizards Hawks + Real Things

Hour 3

1:12 - Commanders Pick-6: Reaction to Dan Quinn and Jayden Daniels at the Podium

10:05 - Dave Johnson Previews Wizards-Hawks

18:28 - Real Things: Charles Barkley and Netflix ‘Starting 5’ Cast

Craig reacts to the top storylines from the podium today. Dan Quinn was available before practice. Jayden spoke to the media after practice.

Hour 2

1:12 - Ranking the "Hail Jayden": Commanders' Iconic Moment and Trade Deadline Moves with Kevin Sheehan

21:06 - Competition Wednesday: Anthony Spins the Wheel of Mediocre Punishments AGAIN

32:03 - Competition Wednesday: Craig and Anthony Make Their New Weekly Picks

It's a Competition Wednesday on the Hoffman Show. Craig and Anthony pick games weekly against the spread, and the loser of these games have to spin the Wheel of Mediocre Punishments.

Craig brings on Kevin Sheehan to break down the instant classic moment of Jayden Daniels' game-winning Hail Mary against the Bears, now dubbed the "Hail Jayden," and discuss its place among Washington's historic plays. They also debate the Commanders' potential strategy at the trade deadline: Should they be buyers to bolster their roster? Kevin argues that with an "average" defense complementing their high-powered offense, Washington could make a real push as an NFC Championship contender.