Craig welcomes his Team 980 colleague, Chris Russell, for a station cross-talk segment to break down the Commanders’ most important free agents. Chris shares why he believes Zach Ertz is among the top three players Washington must re-sign, alongside Bobby Wagner and Jeremy Chinn. Craig weighs in with his thoughts—should the Commanders prioritize Ertz, or are there bigger needs to address?

Craig kicks off the show with a deep dive into the Washington Mystics' exciting new chapter, as they introduce their new head coach, Sydney Johnson, and general manager, Jamila Wideman. With fresh leadership in place, what does this mean for the team’s future? Craig breaks down the key takeaways from their introduction and the renewed energy surrounding the franchise.

1:12 - Hoffman Show Hour 1 - Luka Doncic Debut + Vibe Check Tuesday

39:33 - Hoffman Show Hour 2 - Take Command + Unrivaled 1-on-1 Tournament Delivers

1:21:27 - Hoffman Show Hour 3 - NFL Tiers, Wizards-Spurs Recap + Real Things

Hour 3

1:12 - NFL Tiers 2025: Where Do the Commanders Stand?

23:15 - Wizards French Heritage Night Recap

32:40 - Real Things: Allisha Gray + Rickea Jackson

Craig and Anthony break down ESPN's early 2025 NFL Power Rankings and sort teams into tiers in their NFL Tiers: 2025 Offseason Edition. The big question: Are the Commanders legitimate contenders heading into the offseason? Or do they belong in a lower tier—Puncher’s Chance, Interesting but Not Good Enough, or No Chance? Tune in as they debate Washington’s standing and which teams could be surprise risers or fallers.

Hour 2

1:12 - Take Command Segment w/ Logan Paulsen

24:50 - Unrivaled Tournament Delivers Drama

Craig and Anthony break down all the action from last night’s Unrivaled 1-on-1 tournament, which more than lived up to the hype. The biggest headline of the night? Mystics star Aaliyah Edwards, the No. 8 seed, pulling off a shocking upset over No. 1 seed Breanna Stewart in a thrilling showdown. They discuss the tournament format, the high-level competition, and why this event could be a game-changer for women's basketball.

Hour 1

1:12 - Luka’s L.A. Debut & Mavs Fans Revolt

14:34 - Vibe Check Tuesday: How Do You Feel About Eagles Winning SB?

20:54 - Vibe Check Tuesday: Measuring Up to the Champs

Luka Doncic made his highly anticipated Lakers debut in dominant fashion, leading L.A. to a blowout win over the Jazz. Meanwhile, the Lakers celebrated his arrival by handing out gold shirts resembling his jersey to every fan in attendance. Back in Dallas, the fallout from the Luka-Anthony Davis trade continues, as Mavericks fans were ejected for chanting “Fire Nico” in protest of GM Nico Harrison. Craig breaks down how the Lakers and Mavericks’ ownership are handling the aftermath of this blockbuster deal.

Craig checks in with Commanders fans on this Vibe Check Tuesday to see how they feel about the Eagles winning the Super Bowl. A caller from DC argues that Philadelphia should be the measuring stick for Washington, considering their battles this season—including the Commanders being the last team to beat them. This sparks a key debate: Should Washington focus on strengthening its offensive line to handle the Eagles' dominant defensive front, or should they prioritize building their own elite defensive line to match Philly’s trenches? Craig weighs in.