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The Data Stream podcast dives deep into the fast-moving currents of data, technology, and the law. Presented by BakerHostetler's Digital Assets and Data Management (DADM) Practice Group and hosted by Partners David Sherman and Nichole Sterling, this series explores how companies navigate the complex life cycle of data—from privacy and cybersecurity to advertising, AI and other emerging technologies. Each episode offers clear insights and practical tips from guests across DADM. In Episode 10, we're joined by Craig Hoffman, BakerHostetler's Digital Risk Advisory and Cybersecurity team co-lead, to discuss advising clients through fast‑moving incidents, including how to make decisions with incomplete information, avoid unforced errors, and prioritize what actually changes outcomes.Questions & Comments: dsherman@bakerlaw.com and nsterling@bakerlaw.com
Craig Hoffman and Chris Gorres say goodbye to the Train With The Best Podcast after eight years of partnership on the show. Craig is taking a new role in the front office at Monumental Basketball with the Wizards and Mystics, meaning the show will sadly come to a close.Craig and Chris reflect on what the show gave them, their friendship, and the amazing moments they've had on and off the mics over the years. All of us at TWTB thank you for your support, and hope that we've given you as much as you've given us. Support the showFollow the show on Instagram: instagram.com/trainwiththebest21. Follow Craig at instagram.com/craig_hoffman and Chris at instagram.com/trainergorres.We have a brand new code with our friends at Momentous! Use the brand new code TWTB at LiveMomentous.com (automatic when you click the link) for 15% off all orders.JAWKU provides an elite level timing device at a price anyone can afford. Plus, they have a brand new muscle blaster mini - the smallest and most powerful massage gun on the market. Head to jawku.com/discount/twtb for a 20% discount on all JAWKU products!We're thrilled to welcome Blazepod to the TWTB family. Use the code TWTB for 15% off your order at Blazepod.com.Craig is an official Whoop affiliate! You can join him on Whoop by getting $30 off your membership at join.whoop.com/hoffman.Our theme music was made by Jamarian Bates. You can contact him via Soundcloud here: @jaybates40oz!
Hear from Jacob Martin abouf his first camp in DC; Brent Pry on what lies ahead for Virginia Tech football; Mike Sando on his QB Tiers and where Jayden Daniels ranks; MacKenzie Gore on his All-Star season and tough sledding for the Nats; Fred Smoot on what's impressing him in Commanders camp; and, in both of their final segments, Clinton Yates tells the story of how Craig Hoffman got his gig on The Team 980 as he celebrates the final show of that era.
Hear from Jacob Martin abouf his first camp in DC; Brent Pry on what lies ahead for Virginia Tech football; Mike Sando on his QB Tiers and where Jayden Daniels ranks; MacKenzie Gore on his All-Star season and tough sledding for the Nats; Fred Smoot on what's impressing him in Commanders camp; and, in both of their final segments, Clinton Yates tells the story of how Craig Hoffman got his gig on The Team 980 as he celebrates the final show of that era.
Hear from Jacob Martin abouf his first camp in DC; Brent Pry on what lies ahead for Virginia Tech football; Mike Sando on his QB Tiers and where Jayden Daniels ranks; MacKenzie Gore on his All-Star season and tough sledding for the Nats; Fred Smoot on what's impressing him in Commanders camp; and, in both of their final segments, Clinton Yates tells the story of how Craig Hoffman got his gig on The Team 980 as he celebrates the final show of that era.
Hear from Jacob Martin abouf his first camp in DC; Brent Pry on what lies ahead for Virginia Tech football; Mike Sando on his QB Tiers and where Jayden Daniels ranks; MacKenzie Gore on his All-Star season and tough sledding for the Nats; Fred Smoot on what's impressing him in Commanders camp; and, in both of their final segments, Clinton Yates tells the story of how Craig Hoffman got his gig on The Team 980 as he celebrates the final show of that era.
Craig Hoffman officially leaves Take Command as he embarks on a new career in the Wizards/Mystics front office ... Logan and Craig discuss their favorite moments together, what this podcast meant for their careers, and much more! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Craig Hoffman and Logan Paulson announce Craig's Farewell To Take Command in an action-packed episode of the pod. The boys breakdown what their biggest takeaways were from the Commanders 'Burgundy & Gold' Scrimmage, who to watch for offensively and defensively in the Commanders upcoming preseason matchup against the Bengals, and officially say goodbye to Craig as he moves on from the podcast and embarks on a new career in the Wizards/Mystics front office. Find out all that and more on Craig's Farewell To Take Command Edition of Take Command! 0:00 - Commanders 'Burgundy & Gold' Scrimmage Takeaways 14:49 - Commanders Versus Bengals Preseason Game Preview 30:46 - Craig Officially Says Goodbye To Take Command
Craig closes his final show with a heartfelt goodbye, thanking everyone who made The Hoffman Show a success — from regular guests and his producer Anthony, to his wife Rachel, and most importantly, the audience. It's a moment of gratitude, reflection, and appreciation as he signs off from Team 980.
For one last appearance on The Hoffman Show, Clinton Yates joins his longtime friend Craig to take listeners behind the scenes on how Craig landed the host role at Team 980. They revisit the moment three years ago when Clinton encouraged Craig to apply after Travis Thomas announced he was leaving, and share memories from Clinton's many appearances on the show since then.
Craig opens the show with a major announcement — today is his final day hosting on the Team 980. He shares the news of his next chapter as the Senior Director of Basketball Identity and Integration for Monumental Basketball, reflecting on his time at the station and what excites him most about the new role.
Craig welcomes longtime NFL insider and author of the story, Don Van Natta Jr., to break down the Nevada Supreme Court's significant 5–2 ruling in favor of Jon Gruden. They explore why the court deemed the NFL's arbitration clause “unconscionable,” how this decision changes the trajectory of Gruden's lawsuit, and what it could mean for broader employee rights in cases involving the league. The duo also discuss next steps, including the NFL's intent to appeal and the potential implications for transparency and accountability across sports organizations.
Craig breaks down six key takeaways from Dan Quinn's pre-practice comments in today's “Training Camp Pick-6.” He covers the latest on Terry McLaurin's ankle situation, how the rookies have fared so far in camp, what's stood out about Jayden Daniels entering his second year, and more storylines shaping the Commanders' preseason.
Inspired by the Commanders' intrasquad scrimmage, Craig and Anthony hold their own draft, splitting the roster to build their own “Team Burgundy” and “Team Gold.” They go back and forth picking their top 22 players, debating selections, and making the case for whose squad would come out on top.
Craig Hoffman is joined by Ben Standig, host of the Last Man Standig podcast, to share his reaction to today's Commanders intrasquad practice. They break down the standout performances, notable moments, and what the scrimmage revealed about the roster as preseason winds down.
Craig and Anthony react to the Commanders' Burgundy & Gold Scrimmage at today's practice, seeing it as a smart way to ramp up intensity between players. They also applaud Dan Quinn for giving his assistants a chance to operate in unfamiliar roles — valuable experience that could prepare them for future promotions.
Craig Hoffman and Logan Paulson dive into the Commanders Versus Patriots Preseason Game Breakdown in an action-packed episode of the pod. The boys breakdown what went wrong, why this loss doesn't impact the team, and who stood out positively and negatively from every offensive and defensive position group. Find out all that and more on this Commanders Versus Patriots Preseason Game Breakdown Edition of Take Command! 0:00 - Does This Preseason Loss Impact The Team In Any Way? 14:25 - Commanders Offense Versus Patriots Defense Breakdown 35:43 - Commanders Defense Versus Patriots Offense Breakdown
Craig revisits the six players he highlighted on Friday's “Commanders Pick-6” segment and breaks down how each one fared in the game. From standout performances to missed opportunities, Craig evaluates whether each player lived up to the pregame hype
Craig is joined by Michael Phillips of 910 The Fan in Richmond for today's “Not My Beat.” They dig into the latest on Terry McLaurin's contract negotiations, why veteran players are drawn to playing for Dan Quinn, Michael's reaction to Washington parting ways with Dominique Hampton, and more insights from around the Commanders.
Craig wraps up his “1st and 10” takeaways from the Commanders' latest game with his final seven observations. He discusses the wide receiver group's continued struggles without Terry McLaurin, the QB3 competition between Sam Hartman and Josh Johnson, the release of Dominique Hampton, and more notes from an eventful matchup.
Full Show - Friday 8 August 2025 full 7598 Fri, 08 Aug 2025 23:16:35 +0000 mrgDz18o94EJFBs7hkQFBgwQ4yh5ItkQ sports The Hoffman Show sports Full Show - Friday 8 August 2025 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. 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc Sports False https://player.amperwavepodcasting.com?feed-link=https%3A%2F
Craig Hoffman and Logan Paulson dive into the Commanders & Patriots Joint Practice & Upcoming Preseason Game in an action-packed episode of the pod. The boys are joined by special guest John Keim of ESPN to breakdown the biggest takeaways from the practice and which receivers, running backs, and linebackers made a name for themselves going against non-Commander competitors, and also, look ahead to the upcoming Commanders versus Patriots preseason game with who to watch for at every position . Find out all that and more on this Commanders & Patriots Joint Practice & Upcoming Preseason Game Edition of Take Command! 0:00 - John Keim Recaps Commanders & Patriots Joint Practice 30:00 - Commanders Versus Patriots Preseason Game Preview
Craig Hoffman and Logan Paulson dive into the Commanders And Patriots Joint Practice Preview in an action-packed episode of the pod. They breakdown why coaches value joint practices more than preseason games, what they want to see out of the team, which matchups to keep an eye on, and which areas will have to prove themselves against a true opponent . Find out all that and more on this Commanders And Patriots Joint Practice Preview Edition of Take Command! 0:00 - Why Do Coaches Value Joint Practices Over Preseason Games? 19:48 - Commanders Offense Versus Patriots Defense Joint Practice Preview 34:20 - Commanders Defense Versus Patriots Offense Joint Practice Preview
Craig Hoffman and Logan Paulson dive into the Full Breakdown Of Commanders Training Camp Day 7 & 53-Man Roster Projection 1.0 in an action-packed episode of the pod. They breakdown if the offense started to look improved in Day 7 of camp and with the preseason only a week away, it's time for the first Commanders 53-man roster projection... Logan and Craig breakdown who will make the squad at QB, RB, WR, TE, OL, DL,LB, and in the secondary. Find out all that and more on this Full Breakdown Of Commanders Training Camp Day 7 & 53-Man Roster Projection 1.0 Edition of Take Command! 0:00 - Training Camp Day 7 Takeaways 12:43 - Commanders 53-Man Roster Projection 1.0 (Offense) 32:38 - Commanders 53-Man Roster Projection 1.0 (Defense)
Craig Hoffman and Logan Paulson dive into the Full Breakdown Of Commanders Training Camp Days 4-6 in an action-packed episode of the pod. They breakdown what Terry McLaurin's hold-in means for his contract talks, react to just how important and legendary Santana Moss was for the Commanders/Redskins ahead of his upcoming induction into the Commanders Ring of Fame, how the offensive line has looked, whether Jacory Croskey-Merritt deserves the immense hype that he has been receiving, why the secondary might be the most intriguing storyline of camp so far, and if the run defense has looked improved so far. Find out all that and more on this Full Breakdown Of Commanders Training Camp Days 4-6 Edition of Take Command! 0:00 - Reaction To Terry McLaurin's Hold-In & Santana Moss's Upcoming Induction Into Commanders Ring Of Fame 15:03 - Training Camp Days 4-6 Offensive Takeaways 36:30 - Training Camp Days 4-6 Defensive Takeaways
Craig Hoffman and Logan Paulson dive into the Full Breakdown Of Commanders Training Camp Days 1-3 in an action-packed episode of the pod. They breakdown why Dan Quinn prefers a slow ramp up period for training camp, why the defense has looked a whole lot better than the offense, what the offense has been struggling with, and who has stood out early on on both sides of the ball. Find out all that and more on this Full Breakdown Of Commanders Training Camp Days 1-3 Edition of Take Command! 0:00 - The Importance Of How Dan Quinn Structures Training Camp 15:03 - Training Camp Days 1-3 Defensive Takeaways 36:30 - Training Camp Days 1-3 Offensive Takeaways
Craig Hoffman and Logan Paulson dive into the Super Jumbo Preview 2025 Season Edition in an action-packed episode of the pod. They react to Von Miller's signing, preview the defense following his addition, and preview the offense by determining which members of the O-Line and receiver core need to step up, how the play calling can be adjusted, and who they expect to have a breakout season in 2025. Find out all that and more on this Super Jumbo Preview 2025 Season Edition of Take Command! 0:00 - Defensive Line Preview Following Addition Of Von Miller 17:45 - Linebackers & Secondary Preview 34:45 - Offense Preview To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Craig Hoffman and Logan Paulson dive into the Reaction To Terry McLaurin's Contract Comments & Top 10 Most Important Commanders in an action-packed episode of the pod. They react to Terry McLaurin's comments and discuss why DK Metcalf's contract could be the problem for Terry's contract problems and they rank the Top 10 Most Important Commanders for 2025 based on who're most vital to the team's success in 2025. Find out all that and more on this Reaction To Terry McLaurin's Contract Comments & Top 10 Most Important Commanders Edition of Take Command! 0:00 - Reaction To Terry McLaurin's Comments Regarding Status Of Contract Talks 18:33 - Top 10 Most Important Commanders (1-5) 34:21 - Top 10 Most Important Commanders (6-10)
Craig Hoffman and Logan Paulson dive into the latest Take Command Mailbag in an action-packed episode of the pod. They break down whether they believe that Kliff and Daniels struggled against the Eagles defense last season and how they can adjust and fix it heading into 2025, what it's like to have turnover struggles on the biggest stage and how hard it is to bounce back and move forward, and why teams prefer to pack all the lineman as compared to spreading things out, while also giving haircare tips to the listeners. Find out all that and more on this Mailbag Monday Edition of Take Command! 0:00 - How Can Jayden And Kliff Conquer The Fangio Eagles Defense In 2025? 15:14 - The Difficulty Over Moving Past Costly Turnovers As A Player In The Playoffs 26:30 - Why Don't Teams Spread Things Out On Short Yardage Plays?
Craig Hoffman and Logan Paulson dive into an Interview With Dan Pizzuta on AI in Football & Commanders 2025 FTN Almanac Preview in an action-packed episode of the pod. Dan joins the guys to break down the evolution of the use of analytics in football, how AI can potentially revolutionize the game, and his main takeaways after writing his preview of the 2025 Commanders in the FTN Football Almanac that comes out on Monday. Find out all that and more in this edition of Take Command! 0:00 - Dan Pizzuta On Evolution Of Use Of Stats And AI In The NFL 40:00 - Dan Pizzuta's Main Takeaways From His FTN Football Almanac 2025 Commanders Preview
Craig Hoffman and Logan Paulson dive into the latest Take Command Mailbag in an action-packed episode of the pod. They break down the importance of lengthy play calls and why some offenses prefer shorter calls, the advantages and drawbacks of playing more in the shotgun versus sticking strictly to the old fashioned under center way, and the importance of confidence and how confidence can transform a player like Javon Kinlaw's overall game. Find out all that and more on this Mailbag Tuesday Edition of Take Command! 0:00 - What Advantage Do Lengthy Play Calls Provide To An Offense? 20:48 - Benefits & Drawbacks Of Shotgun Versus Under Center 38:05 - How Important Is A Confident Javon Kinlaw?
Craig Hoffman and Logan Paulson dive into the NFC East Coach Rankings in an action-packed episode of the pod. The NFL Offseason dead period continues on which means it's time for our Take Command annual tradition, the NFC East Coach Rankings! They rank the Head Coaches, Offensive Coordinators, and Defensive Coordinators in the division from 1 to 4 and explain why exactly some may be higher or lower than expected. Find out all that and more on this NFC East Coach Rankings Edition of Take Command! 0:00 - NFC East 2025 Head Coach Rankings 24:22 - NFC East 2025 Offensive Coordinator Rankings 45:38 - NFC East 2025 Defensive Coordinator Rankings
Craig Hoffman and Logan Paulson dive into the latest Take Command Mailbag in an action-packed episode of the pod. They break down the Commanders Top 7 developmental prospects, where Logan comes in on the athletic freak scale and why sometimes football IQ can outlast genetic freakishness, and why designed lateral passes don't happen often and what makes rugby and football players so different. Find out all that and more on this Mailbag Monday Edition of Take Command! 0:00 - Commanders Top 7 Developmental Prospects 23:16 - Where Does Logan Rank On The NFL's Athletic Freak Scale? 41:40 - Why There Aren't More Designed Lateral Passes In The NFL
Craig Hoffman and Logan Paulson dive into the NFC East Defense Positional Group Rankings in an action-packed episode of the pod. The NFL Offseason dead period has arrived which means it's time for our Take Command annual tradition, the NFC East Positional Group Rankings! They rank the best Defensive Line, Linebacker, and Secondary rooms in the division from 1 to 4 and explain why exactly some may be higher or lower than expected. Find out all that and more on this NFC East Defense Positional Group Rankings Edition of Take Command! 0:00 - NFC East 2025 Defensive Line Rankings 23:09 - NFC East 2025 Linebacker Rankings 34:18 - NFC East 2025 Secondary Rankings
4.24.25 Hour 1, Kevin Sheehan reacts to the President's comments on the Redskins name and Kevin Sheehan gives 3 bold NFL Draft predictions for tonight. Al Koken from Monumental Sports joins the Kevin Sheehan Show to discuss the Capitals winning game 2 against the Canadiens and their momentum for the rest of the series. Reflecting on last year's draft and selecting Jayden Daniels. 4.24.25 Hour 2, Kevin Sheehan breaks down the cornerback class in this year's NFL draft and lists players that could be available at pick 29 for the Commanders. Kevin Sheehan and Max give their first round prediction for the Commanders in the NFL Draft. Craig Hoffman and Chris Russell from The Team 980 join the Kevin Sheehan Show to give their predictions on who the Commanders will draft in the first round of the NFL Draft. 4.24.25 Hour 3, Ben Standig from The Athletic joins the Kevin Sheehan Show to break down his recent mock draft for the Commanders and predicts what the team will do night one in the NFL Draft. Callers give their dream scenario for the Commanders in the NFL Draft. Carmelo Anthony wants to see Kevin Durant play for the Wizards.
4.24.25, Craig Hoffman and Chris Russell from The Team 980 join the Kevin Sheehan Show to give their predictions on who the Commanders will draft in the first round of the NFL Draft.
4.24.25 Hour 2, Kevin Sheehan breaks down the cornerback class in this year's NFL draft and lists players that could be available at pick 29 for the Commanders. Kevin Sheehan and Max give their first round prediction for the Commanders in the NFL Draft. Craig Hoffman and Chris Russell from The Team 980 join the Kevin Sheehan Show to give their predictions on who the Commanders will draft in the first round of the NFL Draft.
From 'Take Command' (subscribe here): Would you rather have more picks this year or better picks next year? Craig Hoffman and John Keim debate draft strategy before diving into what actually happens in the war room when the clock starts ticking on draft day. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
From 'Take Command' (subscribe here): Craig Hoffman and guest co-host John Keim kick off the mailbag by exploring the impact a seasoned QB3 like Josh Johnson can have on a young team. Then, the guys project how WR Luke McCaffrey could fit into the Commanders' offense this season. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
From 'Take Command' (subscribe here): Would the Commanders consider trading back from pick #29? Craig Hoffman and Logan Paulsen look at which teams might want to move up in the first round — and what Washington could get in return if they're willing to make a deal. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Alex Ovechkin has made history with his 895th career goal! Listen to the calls from John Walton of all three record-adjacent goals – 893 and 894 Friday night, 895 on Sunday – and then reactions to the milestone from The Junkies, BMitch & Finlay, Grant & Danny, Kevin Sheehan, Chris Russell, and Craig Hoffman!
From 'Take Command' (subscribe here): Who could the Commanders take at pick #29 in the NFL Draft? Craig Hoffman and Logan Paulsen break down some of their favorite prospects, including wide receiver Tre Harris and offensive lineman Ahmed Hassenien. Plus, they discuss the kind of player profiles that make sense for Kliff Kingsbury's offense. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Alex Ovechkin has made history with his 895th career goal! Listen to the calls from John Walton of all three record-adjacent goals – 893 and 894 Friday night, 895 on Sunday – and then reactions to the milestone from The Junkies, BMitch & Finlay, Grant & Danny, Kevin Sheehan, Chris Russell, and Craig Hoffman!
Alex Ovechkin has made history with his 895th career goal! Listen to the calls from John Walton of all three record-adjacent goals – 893 and 894 Friday night, 895 on Sunday – and then reactions to the milestone from The Junkies, BMitch & Finlay, Grant & Danny, Kevin Sheehan, Chris Russell, and Craig Hoffman!
From 'Take Command' (subscribe here): Craig Hoffman and Logan Paulsen dicuss the process of getting medically examined at the NFL Combine. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
From 'Take Command' (subscribe here): Craig Hoffman and Logan Paulsen discuss The Commanders moving Brandon Coleman to Right Tackle. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
John talks to Craig Hoffman from the Team 980 in Washington DC to discuss the Commanders first ten days into free agency. HOME | Ampire Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
John talks to Craig Hoffman from the Team 980 in Washington DC to discuss the Commanders first ten days into free agency.HOME | Ampire Media
From 'Take Command' (subscribe here): The Commanders need help on the edge, but who should they target in the 2024 NFL Draft? Craig Hoffman and Logan Paulsen break down the top edge rush prospects, discuss who fits best in Washington's system, and analyze how the team can rebuild its pass rush after key departures.
From 'Take Command' (subscribe here): Craig Hoffman and Logan Paulsen react to the Commanders' trade for Laremy Tunsil and break down what the elite left tackle will bring to Washington. They discuss his impact on pass protection, the run game, and the locker room, plus how he fits into Kliff Kingsbury's offense. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices