Grant Paulsen and Logan Paulsen dive into the Take Command Mailbag in an action-packed episode of the pod. Commanders OTA's are only a week away... so the boys are back to take your questions in the latest edition of the mailbag including varying coaching styles, Treylon Burks, Luke McCaffrey, a potential Deebo return, Logan's guilty pleasures, state he'd never visit again, his dream dinner, and more! Find out all that and more on this episode of Take Command!

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Commanders OTA's are only a week away... so Logan and Grant dive into the latest mailbag and take your questions on a potential Deebo return, Logan's guilty pleasures, state he'd never visit again, his dream dinner, and more!

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We've officially reached another dead period in the NFL offseason... so Logan and Grant dive into what's currently going on in the Commanders facility, power rank the road trip destinations on the Commanders schedule, discuss how nutty it is that the NFL is having an Australia game, and more!

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As we continue to roll through the offseason and the Commanders continue to add depth around the roster... Logan and Grant breakdown the Commanders decision to move on from Tyler Biadasz, Noah Igbinoghene, Josh Johnson, Chris Rodriguez, and more!

In this portion of Take Command, Logan and Craig discuss the possibility of a trade for the Commanders to acquire another pick in the late first round and who, if accepted, they would use it to draft.

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On this episode of Take Command, Charles Davis joins Craig and Logan to help get you prepared for the 2024 NFL draft! The guys kick things off by discussing the importance of team visits and player personality before getting into some of the top prospects at each position. 

1:51 Why Team Visits Matter with Charles Davis

22:09 Charles Davis’ Cornerback NFL Draft Preview

36:07 Charles Davis’ Safety & Linebacker NFL Draft Preview

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In this portion of Take Command, Craig and Logan are joined by Charles Davis to discuss why team visits and player personality are such important aspects of the NFL draft process. 

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In this segment of Take Command, Charles Davis, Logan, and Craig discuss the best cornerback prospects that Washington should look out for during the 2024 NFL draft this weekend. 

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In this portion of Take Command, Charles Davis joins Craig and Logan to highlight some of the top prospects at the safety and linebacker positions for the Commanders. 

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On this episode of Take Command, Mike Golic, Jr. joins Craig and Logan to break down the 2024 NFL Draft offensive line class! The guys discuss their top prospects, how the Commanders should handle potential trade opportunities, and who Mike believes should be under center this fall. Afterwards, Craig and Logan react to the conversation and share their own thoughts. 

1:36 Talking NFL Draft Offensive Linemen Mike Golic, Jr.

14:01 Which Offensive Linemen Should Commanders Target in Trade with Mike Golic, Jr.?

33:18 Inside The 2024 NFL Draft Offensive Line Class

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In this portion of Take Command, Craig and Logan are joined by Mike Golic, Jr. to discuss the top offensive line prospects heading into the 2024 NFL draft! 

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In this segment of Take Command, Mike Golic, Jr., Logan, and Craig break down some of the potential trade opportunities the Commanders could face before asking Mike who should be under center this fall. 

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In this portion of Take Command, Craig and Logan react to their conversation with Mike Golic, Jr. and share their own thoughts about who the top offensive line prospects are for Washington. 

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On this episode of Take Command, Dane Brugler, author of The Beast, joins Craig and Logan to dive deep into the upcoming 2024 NFL draft. Craig and Logan kick things off with a brief discussion about what makes NFL scouting so special and how it differs by position before Dane joins the gang to dive into some of the biggest names and prospects for the Commanders this year. 

(3:27) How to Scout Each Position for the NFL Draft

(15:53) Dane Brugler Talks NFL Draft Offensive Lineman

(29:43) Dane Brugler Talks NFL Draft WRs and Edges

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As we continue to roll through the offseason and the Commanders continue to add depth around the roster... Logan and Grant breakdown the Commanders decision to run it back on the offensive line, where Allegretti is an upgrade over Biadasz, and more!

In this portion of Take Command, Craig and Logan discuss what makes NFL scouting so difficult and how positions need to be evaluated differently as the Commanders head towards the 2024 NFL draft. 

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In this segment of Take Command, Logan and Craig are joined by Dane Brugler, author of The Beast, to dive deep into the top prospects for the Commanders in the 2024 NFL draft. 

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In this portion of Take Command, Dane Brugler, Craig, and Logan continue their discussion about the 2024 NFL draft and the names the Commanders should have on their draft board. 

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On this episode of Take Command, Mina Kimes joins Craig and Logan in the NFL Draft war room! Mimicking her well known mock draft format, the gang goes through the first round to fill you in on how they believe the first round of the 2024 NFL draft will play out. 

1:08 What Happens in the War Room? 

11:32 Mina Kimes’ Commanders War Room Pt. 1

30:34 Mina Kimes’ Commanders War Room Pt. 2

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In this portion of Take Command, Craig and Logan prepare for Mina Kimes to join the pod by breaking down what’s different about her war room format and how different it is to be in the room on draft day vs. doing mock drafts beforehand. 

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In this segment of Take Command, Logan and Craig are joined by Mina Kimes to run through a variety of draft day scenarios for the Washington Commanders. 

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In this portion of Take Command, Mina Kimes, Craig, and Logan continue their discussion about the upcoming 2024 NFL Draft and what it could mean for the rebuilding Washington Commanders. 

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On this episode of Take Command, Craig and Logan dive into another round of quarterback evaluations for the Commanders’ top 3 prospects: Jayden Daniels, Drake Maye, and JJ McCarthy. The guys discuss why processing is the most important aspect of a quarterback evaluation and then examine Washington’s best QB options through that lens. 

1:49 What’s Actually Important in QB Evaluations?

17:28 Is Jayden Daniels The Standout Favorite For Washington? 

34:02 Could Maye or McCarthy Still Be The Pick For Commanders? 

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In this portion of Take Command, Craig and Logan discuss why processing is the most important aspect of a quarterback evaluation ahead of the 2024 NFL Draft. 

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In this segment of Take Command, Logan and Craig examine Jayden Daniels’ processing ability, what makes him special, and why he may be the standout favorite for Washington to select at #2 overall. 

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As we continue to roll through the offseason and the Commanders continue to add depth around the roster... Logan and Grant breakdown the Commanders re-signing Chris Paul, how that impacts Brandon Coleman's role, and more!

In this portion of Take Command, Craig and Logan shift their focus to Drake Maye and JJ McCarthy and, after discussing their processing ability, break down why they are still viable options for Washington at #2. 

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On this episode of Take Command, Craig and Logan kick things off by discussing how they approach quarterback evaluations and how it reflects how the Commanders should approach the draft process. Afterwards, they get into their defensive draft guide hitting on some of the top prospects you should look out for at each position. 

0:28 How Should Commanders Evaluate Quarterback Prospects

16:57 What D-Linemen Stick Out In The 2024 Draft Class?

34:16 Is There Any Depth to the 2024 Defensive Backfield Class? 

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In this portion of Take Command, Craig and Logan break down how they approach quarterback evaluations and why it reflects how the Commanders should be thinking about the 2024 NFL draft. 

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In this segment of Take Command, Logan and Craig dive into their defensive draft guide by highlighting some of the top d-line prospects at each position. 

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In this portion of Take Command, Craig and Logan shift their focus to the backfield as they wrap up their 2024 defensive draft guide. 

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On this episode of Take Command, Craig and Logan break down the offensive standouts at each position ahead of the NFL draft. They take you through some of the biggest names to keep your eye on before picking the “freak” at each spot who stands out from the rest of the prospects.

1:40 Who is the FREAK of this 2024 NFL Draft Lineman Class?

19:37 Just How Deep is the 2024 Skill Position Class?

39:19 Why Aren’t Penix & Nix Top Tier Quarterbacks?

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In this portion of Take Command, Craig and Logan go through the names in the interior lineman and tackle classes for the 2024 NFL draft that you should know and their “freak” picks for each position. 

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In this segment of Take Command, Logan and Craig dive into the skill positions for the 2024 NFL draft and highlight some of the names that stick out to them, why they stand out among the groups, and who their “freaks” at wide receiver, running back, and tight end are. 

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In this portion of Take Command, Craig and Logan discuss some of the “non-top 4” quarterbacks in the 2024 NFL draft class- like Michael Penix Jr., Bo Nix, and Spencer Rattler. The guys give their takes on these players and identify the reasons they are not in that upper echelon of prospects before selecting their “freak” of the position group.

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On this episode of Take Command, Craig and Logan bring you the ultimate guide to NFL pro days! They kick things off by discussing what the purpose of a pro day is and how players can use the opportunity to separate themselves from the pack. Afterwards, they recap some of the pro day action from this past week and dive back into the quarterback battle to try and determine who would be the best fit for Washington. To wrap things up, Logan reflects on his own pro day and goes back and forth with Craig on Joe Milton’s outing this week. 

0:58 What Makes a Great Pro Day?

17:40 Who’s The Right Fit For Washington: Drake Maye, Jayden Daniels, or JJ McCarthy? 

43:52 Who Had a Better Pro Day: Logan Paulsen or Joe Milton? 

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Grant Paulsen and Logan Paulsen dive into the Commanders Sign Dyami Brown, Van Jefferson, Jerome Ford, & Take Command Mailbag in an action-packed episode of the pod. As we begin the second week of NFL Free Agency, the Commanders have already done most of their heavy lifting by filling almost all their needs... so the boys are back to breakdown what stood out about Brown, Jefferson, and Ford, their expected roles on the Commanders roster, whether the Commanders should look to wide receiver at Pick 7, take your questions in the latest edition of the mailbag including Taylen Green's draft profile, whether the Commanders should pursue Drake London next offseason, Keldric Faulk's case to be Commanders 1st round pick, and more! Find out all that and more on this episode of Take Command! 📲 Follow Grant on Instagram: @granthpaulsen

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In this portion of Take Command, Craig and Logan discuss what the purpose of a pro day is and what coaches are looking for at these walkthroughs. Afterwards, they share some takeaways from Jayden Daniels’ pro day and his comments on leadership. 

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In this segment of Take Command, Logan and Craig dive back into the quarterback battle following a slew of pro days to try and determine which future NFL quarterback would be the best fit for Washington. 

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In this portion of Take Command, Craig and Logan reminisce on Logan’s pro day at UCLA before getting into how impressive Joe Milton’s performance was at his walkthrough. 

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On this episode of Take Command, Craig and Logan kick things off by addressing the rumors that the Commanders will use the second overall pick to draft JJ McCarthy and break down the pros and cons of the potential decision. Afterwards, they discuss the value of mock drafts and elaborate on why they traded back in mock draft 4.0 as well as why it could be the right move for Washington. Finally, they wrap things up by taking you through the pros and cons of the NFL’s latest rule changes. 

1:09 Why JJ McCarthy is a Good Option for the Commanders

21:28 Why We Do Mock Drafts

31:47 Why The NFL’s Rule Changes Are The Best Change For Players

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In this portion of Take Command, Craig and Logan discuss the rumors that JJ McCarthy will be the Commanders’ second overall pick in the NFL draft. They break down what makes him a good prospect, his shortcomings, and how organizations approach this type of decision. 

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In this segment of Take Command, Logan and Craig reflect on mock draft 4.0 and their decision to trade back. They get into why they chose to do this, why it could be the right move for Washington, and what the value of mock drafts are as we approach the 2024 NFL Draft.

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In this portion of Take Command, Craig and Logan go through the NFL’s latest rule changes and give their perspective on how they will benefit the players while still maintaining the integrity of the game. 

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On this episode of Take Command, Craig and Logan bring you the Take Command Mock Draft 4.0. After kicking things off with a little twist, the guys run through the first 3 rounds of the 2024 NFL draft and make their selections for who they think are the best fits for Washington.  

2:20 Why The Commanders Should Consider Trading Down

20:13 Mock Draft 4.0: Round 2

27:11 Mock Draft 4.0: Round 3

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In this portion of Take Command, Craig and Logan kick off mock draft 4.0 with an interesting twist- by trading away the 2nd overall pick. They break down the decision and see how it plays out through the first round. 

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In this segment of Take Command, Logan and Craig continue mock draft 4.0 as they dive into the 2nd round. 

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As we begin the second week of NFL Free Agency, the Commanders have already done most of their heavy lifting by filling almost all their needs... Logan and Grant breakdown your questions in the latest edition of the mailbag including Taylen Green's draft profile, whether the Commanders should pursue Drake London next offseason, Keldric Faulk's case to be Commanders 1st round pick, and more!

In this portion of Take Command, Craig and Logan wrap up mock draft 4.0 by making their third round selections and sharing their opinions on how the dust settled for Washington. 

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On this episode of Take Command, Craig and Logan break down everything from the first week of free agency. They kick things off by discussing Sam Howell’s move to Seattle and what it means for both his and the organization’s futures. Afterwards, they recap some of the biggest moves from around the league, like Kirk Cousins to Atlanta, before wrapping things up with the Vikings and Texans’ pick swap and what it could mean for Washington’s draft strategy. 

2:05 Why It Was Time For Washington to Move On From Sam Howell

16:48 What Trends Emerged In NFL Free Agency?

32:56 What The Vikings Trade Means for the Commanders? 

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