1:12 - Hoffman Show Hour 1 - Jayden Practices Friday, What’s At Stake + Finish Friday Calls

41:54 - Hoffman Show Hour 2 - Nicki Jhabvala On Commanders Handling of Daniels’ Injury, Wizards Lose Opener + Around the NFL

1:26:24 - Hoffman Show Hour 3 - Commanders Pick-6, Take Command + Real Things

Hour 3

1:12 - Commanders Pick-6: Non-QBs to Watch in Commanders vs. Bears

21:22 - Take Command Segment: Bears Cross-Talk

32:27 - Real Things: Charles Barkley

In this week’s Commanders Pick-6, Craig and Anthony each choose three non-quarterback players who they believe will have a major impact on Sunday’s game between the Bears and Commanders. From standout defenders to key offensive weapons, they break down the players who could be pivotal in determining the game’s outcome. Which Commanders players need to step up, and which Bears might pose the biggest challenges? Craig and Anthony share their insights on the six players to watch!

Hour 2

1:12 - Nicki Jhabvala on the Commanders’ Handling of Jayden Daniels’ Injury and Facing Caleb Williams

12:32 - TNF Recap + Wizards Lose Season Opener

23:17 - Around the NFL

Craig is joined by Nicki Jhabvala of the Washington Post to discuss the Commanders’ approach to managing rookie QB Jayden Daniels’ rib injury throughout the week. They break down the team's decision to rest Daniels for the first two practices, allowing him a limited return on Friday, and debate whether it sets him up to play effectively against the Bears. Nicki then shares her take on the defense's chances against first-overall pick Caleb Williams, outlining her confidence level in how they can contain the rookie QB.

Hour 1

1:12 - Jayden Daniels Returns to Practice! Will He Start Sunday?

10:16 - What’s at Stake for the Commanders Against the Panthers?

22:35 - Finish Friday Calls: Commanders-Bears Game Predictions

Craig and Anthony dive into what’s on the line for the Commanders in their matchup against the Bears. They discuss how a win could reinforce the team’s momentum and build playoff aspirations, especially if backup QB Marcus Mariota steps up in place of the still-questionable Jayden Daniels.

After missing the entire week of practice, Commanders QB Jayden Daniels returned on Friday, raising hopes for a possible start against the Bears. Craig breaks down what this limited return means for the Commanders' game plan and his chances of suiting up on Sunday. With Daniels still listed as questionable, Craig and Anthony discuss how the team might adapt if he’s unable to play and what fans can expect from backup QB Marcus Mariota if he’s called to action.

From 'Take Command' (subscribe here): Craig Hoffman is joined by Dan Wiederer of the Chicago Tribune to help preview the Commanders' Sunday afternoon matchup against the Chicago Bears.

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1:12 - Hoffman Show Hour 1 - Jayden Daniels Misses 2nd Straight Practice, Wizards G Jordan Poole Joins Show + Potential Trades Commanders Should Consider

41:47 - Hoffman Show Hour 2 - Dan Pizzuta Talks Mariota Filling In for Jayden Daniels, Who He Play For, Brian Keefe Joins the Show + NRTC

1:24:15 - Hoffman Show Hour 3 - Commanders Pick-6 + Wizards GM Will Dawkins Joins the Show