Craig welcomes ESPN’s Clinton Yates to break down why Shedeur Sanders didn’t hear his name called on Day 1 of the 2025 NFL Draft. They debate how much of that is about his play on the field versus the influence and perception of Deion Sanders, and whether teams were wary of the off-field spotlight that comes with drafting the Colorado QB.
Craig and Anthony look ahead to Day 2 of the NFL Draft and discuss potential targets for the Commanders. They dive into names to watch at edge rusher, cornerback, and running back, breaking down who could be a great fit in Washington and why. From high-upside defenders to explosive offensive weapons, they explore the best value picks available heading into rounds two and three.
Craig opens the show reacting to the Commanders selecting Oregon tackle Josh Conerly Jr. with the 29th overall pick in the NFL Draft. He breaks down why Conerly makes sense for Washington, what it means for the offensive line, and how this pick reflects the vision of Adam Peters and Dan Quinn. Craig also weighs in on Conerly’s upside, his fit in Kliff Kingsbury’s offense, and whether this was the right move at a premium position.
Craig and Logan Paulsen spend the hour inside the Take Command War Room, diving deep into the prospects who could be on the board when the Commanders are on the clock at No. 29. From edge rushers to wide receivers and offensive linemen, Craig and Logan debate the best available talent, evaluate potential fits in Dan Quinn’s system, and ultimately share who they would take if they were in Adam Peters' seat on draft night.
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 NFL mock draft extraordinaire Ben Standig to break down his final mock draft ahead of the big night. Ben shares his detailed process of how he puts together his mocks, the sources he trusts, and the trends he watches. Ultimately, Standig has Washington selecting edge rusher Nic Scourton—and he explains why the former Purdue standout is the pick at No. 29. Craig and Ben discuss Scourton’s fit, upside, and what it says about how Adam Peters is approaching his first draft as Commanders GM.
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6:56 - Hoffman Show Mock Draft 3.0: Picks 5-13
18:32 - Hoffman Show Mock Draft 3.0: Picks 14-25
30:59 - Hoffman Show Mock Draft 3.0: Lynnell’s Pick for the Commanders
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About The Hoffman Show
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Craig Hoffman offers thoughtful sports commentary and himself on being smart and having a conscious while still having a really good time on the air. Craig has covered Washington’s NFL team on the beat and has worked as a fixture in the DC Sports Community for over 7 years.
Craig is joined by a who's who of players, coaches, owners, and experts as well as a rotating cast of sports media friends from across the DMV and across the country.
For more from Craig, follow him on Twitter @hoffmanshow. Also be sure to check out the Take Command podcast available Mondays and Thursdays where he’s joined by former Washington Tight End Logan Paulson.