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ESPN's John Keim on Covering Snyder + Wentz Film Study Jul 18, 2022

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ESPN's John Keim comes back on the podcast to discuss what it's been like to cover the Dan Snyder congressional story. Keim sheds light on how he's built sources in the political world and how he's applied his reporting chops to the new challenge outside the NFL circles he's worked in the last 25 years.

John, Craig Hoffman and Logan Paulsen also discuss if and how the story could affect the Commanders on the field,

Finally, the trio breaks dives into Logan and John's weekend tape study of Carson Wentz. How does he compare to the other QB's in the division? What are his strengths? What weaknesses do Scott Turner and the talent around him need to cover up?

John Keim Tells What It's Like to Cover Dan Snyder Jul 18, 2022

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Could Dan Snyder's Fight With Congress Affect The Locker Room? Jul 18, 2022

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Craig Hoffman and Logan Paulsen discuss with ESPN's John Keim if and how the story could affect the Commanders on the field,

Film Study: Carson Wentz Jul 18, 2022

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Craig Hoffman, Logan Paulsen, and John Keim breaks dives into Logan and John's weekend tape study of Carson Wentz. How does he compare to the other QB's in the division? What are his strengths? What weaknesses do Scott Turner and the talent around him need to cover up?

Warren Sharp Shares What Actually Wins NFL Games Jul 14, 2022

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Warren Sharp joins the show to bring his unique, well-researched perspective to previewing the Commanders. He talks with Craig and Logan about why games are won on 1st & 2nd down and by scoring early. He also talks about protecting quarterbacks with aggressive play-calling. Lastly, he previews how the Commanders perform in his indicators and gives his predictions for the season.

Plus, Craig and Logan react to Warren's analysis and dive deeper into how it affects the Commanders.

For reaction and breakdown of the ongoing Dan Snyder story, listen to Wednesday's edition of The Hoffman Show here: https://t.co/oqQoFhfi0q

Warren Sharp Breaks Down The Commanders Jul 14, 2022

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Warren Sharp talks about the strengths and weaknesses of the Commanders in the larger context of NFL trends. He talks about where Carson Wentz has struggled in Indianapolis and Philly, and how the Commanders offensive line could be more questionable than the statistics show.

Warren Sharp Turns Situational Football On Its Head Jul 14, 2022

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Warren Sharp breaks down myths of when games are won and lost in the NFL. He explains why he's taken out "key" situations such as 3rd down and red zone when doing the bulk of his analysis. He also explains why most games are won in the first half, not the second.

Can Scott Turner Make Carson Wentz's Life Easier? Jul 14, 2022

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Craig Hoffman and Logan Paulsen react to Warren Sharp's analysis, and discuss how the Commanders can overcome last year's struggles in key areas. Mainly, they focus on what Scott Turner can do to make Carson Wentz's life easier to improve accuracy and create big plays.

BONUS: NFC East Preview | Baldy's Breakdowns Jul 14, 2022

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Baldy and Jason continue their divisional breakdowns with the NFC East.

Skill Position Summer Camp + 90th Anniversary Team Controversy Jul 11, 2022

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Craig Hoffman and Logan Paulsen talk about the Commanders impromptu skill position summer camp in California. What are the benefits of Terry McLaurin, Jahan Dotson, Curtis Samuel, and Cole Turner getting together with Carson Wentz and Taylor Heinicke? Can that makeup for McLaurin missing OTA's?

Plus, Craig and Logan talk about Trent Williams's omission from the Commanders voting for the 90th anniversary team. Moments after recording concluded, the team expanded the voting to include Williams and Robert Griffin III. The merits of both players are discussed.

Finally, the guys answer a mailbag Monday questions about how vertical the Commanders passing game will be in 2022.