Craig and Anthony take a look at the teams in the NFL Playoffs and split teams up into tiers based on who we deem as being Prime Contenders to win the Super Bowl. The other tiers are 'puncher's chance', 'interesting but not good enough' and the last tier is 'no chance'.

Hour 2

1:12 - Tischler Tuesday: Cowboys Recap and Bucs Wildcard Preview

23:38 - Take Command Tape Tuesday

Craig is joined by Mitch Tischler, co-host of the Beltway Football Podcast, for his weekly Tischler Tuesday appearance to break down all things Commanders. The duo kicks things off by revisiting the Commanders' thrilling 23-19 comeback win over the Dallas Cowboys, highlighted by Dan Quinn's controversial decision to pull Jayden Daniels at halftime due to leg soreness. Mitch shares his thoughts on whether the move was precautionary or overly cautious, especially considering the playoff implications.

Next, they dive into Terry McLaurin's historic moment, as the star wide receiver etched his name in the franchise record books with the game-winning touchdown. Mitch discusses what the play means for Terry's legacy and the emotional response from his teammates, who were ecstatic to see their captain shine in a clutch moment.

The focus then shifts to the Commanders' upcoming NFC Wildcard matchup against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Craig and Mitch outline the Commanders' biggest concerns heading into the playoffs, including how to contain Mike Evans, the challenge of going against Baker Mayfield's resurgent form, and the key to overcoming Tampa Bay's stout defensive front.

Hour 1

1:12 - Kliff Kingsbury Should Stay Put in Washington

9:00 - Ranking All of the NFL Head Coaching Openings

23:56 - Vibe Check Tuesday: How We Feeling About Commanders Heading Into Playoffs?

Craig reacts to the latest NFL coaching carousel news, as the Las Vegas Raiders part ways with Antonio Pierce after just one season. With head coaching vacancies now open in Las Vegas, New York (Jets), Jacksonville, Chicago, New Orleans, and New England, Craig argues why Kliff Kingsbury should steer clear of these openings.

From 'Take Command' (subscribe here): Join Craig Hoffman and Grant Paulsen as they bring you their instant reaction to the thrilling Commanders 23-19 win over the Cowboys as Washington advances to 12-5 to finish the regular season.

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1:12 - Hoffman Show Hour 1 - 1st and 10, Tell the Truth Monday + Calls

43:07 - Hoffman Show Hour 2 - Not My Beat + Around the NFL

1:28:34 - Hoffman Show Hour 3 - Commanders Pick-6

Craig and Anthony discuss how the six players that Craig and Anthony spotlighted on Friday played in the Week 18 game against the Cowboys.

Hour 2

1:12 - Buying or Selling Dan Quinn’s Reason Behind Decision to Sit Jayden Daniels?

10:01 - Three Observations from Watching the All-22

22:44 - Around the NFL: Reviewing Week 18 Picks

Craig is joined by Michael Phillips of 910 The Fan to dissect Dan Quinn’s explanation for pulling Jayden Daniels at halftime due to leg soreness in the Commanders' 23-19 win over the Cowboys. Michael isn’t buying Quinn’s claim that he’d have made the same decision in a must-win or non-playoff scenario. He points to Quinn’s handling of Daniels' rib injury earlier this season, where Daniels continued to play through it despite subpar performances. Together, Craig and Michael debate whether the decision was truly about protecting Daniels or if other factors were at play.