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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 @hoffmansho ...
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Craig welcomes on Jeff Rueter, senior writer at The Athletic covering global soccer, to discuss the current state of the U.S. Men’s National Team. With the program at its lowest point in 25 years and just one year away from hosting the World Cup, Craig and Jeff debate whether there’s still time to right the ship—and what it would take to do so.…
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Craig welcomes on DC Defenders Head Coach Shannon Harris to preview tomorrow night’s UFL Championship showdown against the Michigan Panthers. Coach Harris shares his mindset going into the biggest game of the season, what it’ll take to bring home the title, and how the Defenders have prepared for this moment.…
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Craig welcomes on longtime friend Clinton Yates of ESPN’s Clinton and Friends to preview Game 4 of the NBA Finals. They dive into Tyrese Haliburton’s breakout performance and discuss why Clinton believes we still haven’t seen his full potential. Clinton explains why Pascal Siakam is the true X-factor for the Pacers to win the series and breaks down…
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Craig welcomes on Marc Kestecher, the voice of the NBA Finals on ESPN Radio, to preview Game 4 between the Thunder and Pacers. They dive into OKC’s impressive adaptability and speculate on the adjustments and rotations the Thunder might deploy with only one day of rest as the Pacers’ physicality continues to take a toll. They also examine the bigge…
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From 'Take Command' (subscribe here): Commanders Minicamp has come and gone and Day 3 featuring the emphasis on soft skills like the Team Family BBQ and practice in front of hundreds of local high school coaches ... Logan and Craig break down why these activities are so important for team building and how Logan has more of an appreciation for them …
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Craig welcomes on Mo Egger of ESPN 1530 in Cincinnati to break down the surprising contract standoff between the Bengals and their first-round draft pick Shemar Stewart, who left mandatory minicamp amidst the dispute. Mo sides with Stewart and explains why the rookie’s frustrations are valid. They also discuss the ongoing contract issues with veter…
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A viral video of Commanders WR Deebo Samuel sparked online debate about whether he’s in shape. Craig addresses the internet trolls and those quick to criticize, reminding everyone that you can’t judge a book by its cover. Just because a clip circulates online doesn’t mean it tells the full story. Craig pushes back on the noise and defends Samuel, s…
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Craig breaks down Tyrese Haliburton’s superstar performance in the Pacers’ 116-107 Game 3 win over the Thunder in the NBA Finals. Haliburton finished with 22 points, 11 assists, and 9 rebounds, but it was his aggressive mindset and ability to get downhill that changed the game. Craig explains how Haliburton’s assertiveness opened up the offense, pr…
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Craig welcomes on NBC4’s Mark Segraves, who made headlines after being thrown out of a DC Council meeting while covering the latest twists in the Commanders’ pursuit of a new stadium at the RFK site. Craig and Segraves break down what happened, why RFK language is being stripped from the city budget, and whether the DC Council’s actions are putting…
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Craig welcomes on JP Finlay of NBC Sports Washington to break down his takeaways from Day 2 of Commanders minicamp. They open with the biggest news of the day — Noah Brown’s injury — and examine the growing concern in the WR room as Terry McLaurin continues his contract holdout and Michael Gallup nurses a hamstring injury. JP shares why he’s been i…
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Craig welcomes on Washington Mystics rookie forward and reigning WNBA Rookie of the Month, Kiki Iriafen, to discuss how her first professional season is going. Kiki shares what the adjustment to the WNBA has been like, what it feels like to play against some of the players she grew up watching, and more from her rookie campaign so far.…
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Craig opens the show reacting to the biggest story from Day 2 of Commanders mandatory minicamp: wide receiver Noah Brown being carted off the field after a diving catch. Craig shares what he saw, how it unfolded, and reacts to Ben Standig’s comments from the scene. Plus, Craig breaks down the rest of the top storylines from Day 2 of minicamp.…
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From 'Take Command' (subscribe here): Terry McLaurin continues to hold out for a new contract as we enter the Mandatory Minicamp portion of the offseason, which has fans asking "What Is Terry McLaurin Worth?" ... Logan and Craig break down how they view Terry McLaurin's worth to the Commanders and where he should slot in contract-wise relative to t…
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1:12 - Hoffman Show Hour 1 - Terry McLaurin Holdout, Commanders Minicamp Takeaways + Vibe Check Tuesday40:54 - Hoffman Show Hour 2 - Ben Standig Minicamp Takeaways + Taylor Lyons Details Willard & Evans Exits form UMD1:19:19 - Hoffman Show Hour 3 - Commanders Pick-6, Commanders DE Deatrich Wise Joins the Show + Real Things…
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After Commanders minicamp practice, Craig catches up with new defensive end Deatrich Wise. The two discuss Wise’s transition from New England to Washington, what it means to bring a winning culture with him, how he’s connecting with the other defensive linemen, and why he’s excited about what’s ahead for the Commanders this season.…
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Craig is joined by Baltimore Sun sports reporter Taylor Lyons, who broke the story detailing the chaotic exits of Maryland basketball head coach Kevin Willard and Athletic Director Damon Evans. Lyons walks through what went down behind the scenes, shares the most revealing detail he uncovered, and explains what it all means for the Terps going forw…
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Craig is joined by Ben Standig of The Athletic to recap Day 1 of Commanders mandatory minicamp. They begin with the headline of the day: Terry McLaurin’s continued absence as his contract situation lingers into minicamp. Why has this stretched this far, and what’s next? Then, they shift to on-field observations, highlighting standout performances —…
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Craig opens the show with his top takeaways from the first day of Commanders mandatory minicamp. While star wide receiver Terry McLaurin is notably absent, veterans Laremy Tunsil and Marshon Lattimore return after skipping OTAs. Craig breaks down who stood out on the field, including impressive showings from rookies Luke McCaffrey, Jacory Croskey-M…
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From 'Take Command' (subscribe here): The Commanders have a ton of intriguing options at the Tight End position , which has fans asking "Who has the best chance to be the backup to Zach Ertz in 2025?" ... Logan and Craig break down who has the best chance to stick on the roster from the likes of Ben Sinnott, Colson Yankoff, Tyree Jackson, and Cole …
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Craig and Anthony react to the bombshell Baltimore Sun report detailing the departures of Maryland basketball head coach Kevin Willard and athletic director Damon Evans. They dive into Willard’s frustrations over NIL support and institutional commitment, why Evans’ exit may have accelerated Willard’s decision, and what it all means for the future o…
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Craig and Anthony react to Aryna Sabalenka’s post-match comments following her French Open final loss to Coco Gauff. Craig defends Sabalenka’s right to express her truth, even if the timing wasn’t ideal, while Anthony argues her remarks came off as disrespectful and dismissive of Gauff’s hard-fought win. They break down the match, the comments, and…
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Craig welcomes on NFL agent and salary cap analyst JI Halsell to break down what kind of contract Terry McLaurin could command as he seeks a new deal. With McLaurin skipping voluntary OTAs, Craig and JI discuss the wide receiver market, how Terry stacks up against other top WRs, and what factors the Commanders front office will need to consider whe…
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Craig welcomes Greg Matzek, Sports Director and Host for 620WTMJ & ESPN Milwaukee, to break down the Packers' surprising decision to release two-time Pro Bowl cornerback Jaire Alexander. Greg explains how contract issues and Alexander’s injury history—missing 20 games over the last two seasons—played major roles in Green Bay’s move. He also shares …
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Craig, Anthony, and Lynnell react to the breaking news that the Green Bay Packers have released two-time Pro Bowl cornerback Jaire Alexander. With the Commanders still in need of defensive back help, the crew debates whether Washington should make a move for the star corner. They weigh the upside of adding an All-Pro talent against the risks of his…
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Craig and Anthony begin the show breaking down the Thunder’s emphatic Game 2 win over the Pacers. After dropping Game 1, Oklahoma City responded with authority, using a massive 17-2 run in the second quarter to seize control and never look back. The guys dissect what changed for OKC, how their defensive intensity and ball movement flipped the scrip…
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From 'Take Command' (subscribe here): Craig sits down with Commanders Cornerback Jonathan Jones to discuss his decision to sign with the Commandeers, how his game is similar to Mike Sainristil, and what his role will be in 2025 To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more abo…
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In the best of the Wizards on 106.7 The Fan/Team 980 this week, BMitch & Finlay react to the Tom Thibodeau firing; The Sports Junkies ask if Thibodeau would be a fit for the Wizards; The Chris Russell Show chimes in on the Knicks' decision; New York radio personality Peter Rosenburg joins BMitch & Finlay to react to the firing; The Athletic's David…
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