The Hoffman Show

Craig welcomes on Monumental Sports' play-by-play voice of the Washington Capitals, Joe Beninati, to break down what Washington must do to bounce back in Game 2 against the Hurricanes. Joe shares insight on lineup adjustments, special teams execution, and the kind of energy the Caps need to avoid going down 0-2 in the series.

Hour 1

1:12 - Knicks Stun the Celtics, Take 2-0 Lead

9:31 - Do the Commanders Have a Linebacker Problem?

19:02 - Do Commanders Have Worst Defense in NFC East?

28:08 - Should the Commanders Have Taken a Shot on Isaiah or Justin Simmons?

After ESPN’s Aaron Schatz pegged linebacker as the Commanders' biggest need, a caller joins Craig and Anthony to question why Washington didn’t pursue Isaiah Simmons — the athletic linebacker who just signed with the Packers — especially given the coaching pedigree of Dan Quinn, Ken Norton Jr., and Joe Whitt. The caller also points to safety as an overlooked concern and wonders why the Commanders haven’t shown interest in former All-Pro free agent Justin Simmons.

Craig and Anthony react to ESPN's Aaron Schatz naming linebacker as the Commanders' biggest current need in his latest article. They break down Schatz's concerns about Washington's depth behind Frankie Luvu and Bobby Wagner and assess whether the position truly is the team’s biggest weakness. The duo also explores other areas on the roster that might be more pressing and debate how confident fans should feel about the Commanders’ defensive depth heading into the season.

From 'Take Command' (subscribe here): Despite his good separation skills, Luke McCaffrey had limited targets in his first year and despite his ELITE blocking skills, John Bates was given poor marks by PFF, which has fans asking "Why doesn't McCaffrey get the ball more? and why doesn't PFF respect John Bates?" ... Logan and Craig break down the key reasons why Luke McCaffrey isn't targeted despite his good separation and run threw why PFF is missing the boat on John Bates blocking skills from the tight end position

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Hour 3

1:12 - Caps Come Up Flat in Game 1 vs Hurricanes

10:02 - Craig and Anthony Recap Trip Down to Mystics-Dream Game

19:18 - Knicks-Celtics + Nuggets-Thunder Preview

29:02 - Real Things: Buddy Hield + Jimmy Butler

1:12 - Hoffman Show Hour 1 - NBA Playoffs: Road Teams Win Again + Todd McShay Joins the Show

40:354 - Hoffman Show Hour 2 - Not My Beat + Take Command Mailbag

1:23:24 - Hoffman Show Hour 3 - Capitals Drop Series Opener, Previewing Tonight’s NBA Playoff Games + Real Things

Craig welcomes on ESPN Senior NHL Writer Greg Wyshynski to break down the Capitals' Game 1 loss to the Carolina Hurricanes in the second round of the NHL Playoffs. Greg explains how the Caps were outshot, outhit, and failed to capitalize on power play opportunities. The two discuss what Washington needs to clean up before Game 2 to avoid falling into a deeper hole.

Hour 2

1:12 - Can George Pickens Work in Dallas?

21:39 - Take Command Segment: Mailbag Questions for Craig and Logan Paulsen

For today’s edition of Not My Beat, Craig is joined by long-time friend Mike Leslie of WFAA to react to the Cowboys' surprising trade for Steelers WR George Pickens. Mike shares why he’s intrigued by the move and what it says about the Cowboys' mindset. Craig questions whether Pickens can thrive in Dallas after being given up on by Mike Tomlin, and the two agree that while Dallas now has playoff potential, health will be the key. They also discuss the initial fan backlash to the Cowboys drafting Tyler Booker and how the perception around the pick has shifted just days later.