From 'Take Command' (subscribe here): Our special guest Dan Pizzuta returns to the Take Command Podcast ... Logan, Craig, and Dan break down his main takeaways after writing his preview of the 2025 Commanders in the FTN Football Almanac that comes out on Monday

1:12 - Hoffman Show Hour 1 - ESPN’s Skill Position Rankings + How Data is Shaping the Modern NFL

42:58 - Hoffman Show Hour 2 - NFLPA Scandal + Never Read the Comments

1:27:28 - Hoffman Show Hour 3 - Keith Law with a Nationals Draft Preview, Anthony’s Aura, Mystics vs Aces Preview + Real Things

Hour 3

1:12 - Nationals Front Office Shakeup + Draft Preview with Keith Law

16:30 - Anthony HAS Aura

22:07 - Mystics vs Aces Preview

30:51 - Real Things: Cornelius Lucas Talks Jayden Daniels

Craig welcomes on The Athletic’s Senior Baseball Writer Keith Law to react to the Nationals’ shocking decision to fire longtime GM Mike Rizzo just days before the MLB Draft. They dive into the state of the Nationals’ scouting operation, discuss what we know about newly promoted GM Mike DeBartolo, and preview how Washington should approach this weekend’s draft with the No. 1 overall pick on the line.

Hour 2

1:12 - NFLPA Controversy: Kalyn Kahler on Union Chief’s Outside Job With Carlyle

21:40 - 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 welcomes on ESPN’s Kalyn Kahler to dive into her bombshell report detailing NFLPA Executive Director Lloyd Howell Jr.'s simultaneous employment with private equity firm The Carlyle Group — one of the few firms approved to invest in NFL teams. They break down how this potential conflict of interest came to light, what it means for NFL players, and why this situation has led to internal investigations and renewed concerns about transparency and trust within the NFL Players Association.

Hour 1

1:12 - Today Feels Like A Friday to Craig

6:40 - Where Do the Commanders Rank? ESPN's Skill Position Rankings Breakdown

21:48 - Take Command on How Data is Shaping the Modern NFL

ESPN's Bill Barnwell released his annual ranking of the best skill position groups in the NFL—and the Washington Commanders landed at #13. Craig and Anthony go through the full list, debating which teams deserve their spot, who’s overrated, who’s underrated, and whether Washington’s ranking is fair.

1:12 - Hoffman Show Hour 1 - Commanders Unveil New Alternate Uniforms + Fan Reaction

36:22 - Hoffman Show Hour 2 - What’s Next for Nationals, Unscheduled Fun + Wizards Trade Olynyk to Spurs

1:17:40 - Hoffman Show Hour 3 - Wizards Trade for Cam Whitmore, Take Command + Real Things