Command Center Podcast

Washington Commanders

The Command Center Podcast is the official podcast of the Washington Commanders. Former Washington and NFL Legends Santana Moss, Fred Smoot and Logan Paulsen share stories from their lives as NFL athletes, discuss the current Washington Commanders team, and state of the National Football League.

2025 People's Choice Podcast Awards Nominee for Best Sports Podcast and Best Overall Podcast

2024 People's Choice Podcast Awards Nominee for Best Sports Podcast and Best Overall Podcast

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June 29 · 10 min
Is D.C. the REAL Tight End University? | Overtime | Washington Commanders | NFL
Logan Paulsen explains why the Washington Commanders have the best TEs in the NFL. Hosts: Logan Paulsen, Caroline Suder Producer: Caroline Suder The views and opinions expressed by our analysts and/or hosts are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of the Washington Commanders or any of their representatives. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
June 25 · 9 min
MAILBAG: A Guaranteed BREAKOUT season? | Overtime | Washington Commanders | NFL
Logan Paulsen explains which Commander he can guarantee will have a breakout season. Hosts: Logan Paulsen, Caroline Suder Producer: Caroline Suder The views and opinions expressed by our analysts and/or hosts are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of the Washington Commanders or any of their representatives. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
June 24 · 50 min
This Defense Will HUNT!!! | Command Center Podcast | Washington Commanders | NFL
The guys are juiced on what Daronte Jones can bring to D.C. with the newly-revamped Commanders defense. They break down every position group, including the insane size and speed of Sonny Styles and the linebackers, the amazing power and aggression fof Odafe Oweh and the edge rushers, and the brut force of Daron Payne and Javon Kinlaw. Plus, they put the NFL on notice that Trey Amos and Mike Sainristil will be the most talented young duo in any secondary this upcoming season. Finally, they look at a surprise position group that gets slept on by the national media, but could be the key reason that Washington could be in a Super Bowl very, very soon... Hosts: Logan Paulsen, Santana Moss, Fred Smoot Producer: Jason Johnson The views and opinions expressed by our analysts and/or hosts are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of the Washington Commanders or any of their representatives. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
June 23 · 1 hr 3 min
Defensive Adjustments, Bram Weinstein On NFC East & We’re Ready For Football | Get Loud | Commanders
On this episode of the Get Loud podcast, Fred and Jenks get into the NFC East. The guys preview this season’s NFC East matchups and discuss how Washington’s biggest rivals have changed over the offseason. (7:50) Then, Bram Weinstein joins to give his thoughts on the upcoming season. (22:00) Later on, the guys react to your emails and voicemails. (35:00) Lastly, Jenks and Fred share their ‘Fave Five’ and break down their ‘icks.’ (45:00) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
June 22 · 10 min
Can Sonny Styles THRIVE with the green dot? | Overtime | Washington Commanders | NFL
Logan Paulsen discusses the extreme importance of the "green dot' and if rookie Sonny Styles can handle that pressure. Hosts: Logan Paulsen, Caroline Suder Producer: Caroline Suder The views and opinions expressed by our analysts and/or hosts are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of the Washington Commanders or any of their representatives. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
June 18 · 12 min
Who is the future All-Pro SLEEPER? | Overtime | Washington Commanders | NFL
Logan Paulsen gives the top-5 players he is keyed in on during the Commanders mini-camp. Hosts: Logan Paulsen, Caroline Suder Producer: Caroline Suder The views and opinions expressed by our analysts and/or hosts are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of the Washington Commanders or any of their representatives. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
June 17 · 1 hr 2 min
TO THE MOON!!! with TE Chig Okonkwo & LB Odafe Oweh | Command Center Podcast | Washington Commanders | NFL
It's Media Day (what even is that!?) and the guys bring on special guests Chig Okonkwo and Odafe Oweh. They talk about the renewed competitive atmosphere in the building and the commitment to WINNING! Plus, the guys give insights on how the new coordinators in Washington are ahead of the curve. Next, they breakdown how Jayden Daniels is the #1 QB in the NFL anyone would want in their first year as a new offensive coordinator. Finally, it time to go TO THE MOON!!! with Santana Moss! Hosts: Logan Paulsen, Santana Moss, Fred Smoot Producer: Jason Johnson The views and opinions expressed by our analysts and/or hosts are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of the Washington Commanders or any of their representatives. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
June 16 · 1 hr 9 min
Media Day With Johnny Newton, Bill Croskey-Merritt, Nick Cross, Jeremy Reaves & More | Get Loud | Commanders
Leave Fred Smoot and Michael Jenkins a voicemail at 703-726-7419 or send us an email at washingtongetloud@gmail.com ! On this episode of Get Loud, Smoot and Jenks preview this season joined by many special guests at Commanders media day. The guys kick off the show with Commanders DT Johnny Newton for an NBA Finals recap. Then, Kain Medrano and Bill Croskey-Merritt stop by for a season preview and a game of Commanders Catchphrase. Punter Tress Way stops by to chop it up and CB Nick Cross talks about returning to D.C. To end the show, Shawn Springs and London Fletcher hang out and discuss this year’s defense with Safety Jeremy Reaves. The views and opinions expressed by our podcast guests and/or hosts are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of the Washington Commanders or any of their representatives. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
June 15 · 14 min
Is the WR room championship ready right now? | Overtime | Washington Commanders | NFL
Logan Paulsen deep dives into the Commanders receiving corp and how Terry McLaurin elevates everyone in the room. Hosts: Logan Paulsen, Caroline Suder Producer: Caroline Suder The views and opinions expressed by our analysts and/or hosts are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of the Washington Commanders or any of their representatives. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
June 11 · 10 min
Will Jayden Daniels Under Center Matter? | Overtime | Washington Commanders | NFL
Logan Paulsen breaks down what the advantages are from David Blough having Jayden Daniels taking snaps from under center. Hosts: Logan Paulsen, Caroline Suder Producer: Caroline Suder The views and opinions expressed by our analysts and/or hosts are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of the Washington Commanders or any of their representatives. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
June 10 · 1 hr 22 min
Half Baked NFL Takes + Terry McLaurin > Santana Moss!? | Command Center Podcast | Washington Commanders | NFL
No rules. No judgement. No limits -- just half-baked takes! The guys let loose their wildest opinions, including whether Jayden Daniels will win the MVP before Caleb Williams or Drake Maye and if Terry McLaurin will break Santana Moss' single-season receiving record. And Logan has a solution to make the onside kick the most exciting and unpredictable play in football. Hosts: Logan Paulsen, Santana Moss, Fred Smoot Producer: Jason Johnson The views and opinions expressed by our analysts and/or hosts are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of the Washington Commanders or any of their representatives. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
June 9 · 1 hr 2 min
🧪 Linebackers In The Lab! | ESPN’s Matt Miller Joins, Weird Headlines & Athan Kaliakmanis Rookie Report | Get Loud | Commanders
Leave Fred Smoot and Michael Jenkins a voicemail at 703-726-7419 or send us an email at washingtongetloud@gmail.com ! On this episode of Get Loud, Smoot and Jenks get into the weirdest headlines of the week. (01:30) Then, ESPN NFL Draft analyst Matt Miller joins the show to talk about Washington’s 2026 draft class. (08:30) Later on, the guys do an extended fan voicemails segment ranging in topics from Michael Jordan to how they think the defense is going to perform this season. (30:00) The guys end the show with a whiteboard game (46:53) and Richie O’Leary from Rutgers On3 joins for an Athan Kaliakmanis scouting report. (53:00) The views and opinions expressed by our podcast guests and/or hosts are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of the Washington Commanders or any of their representatives. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
June 8 · 10 min
How do OTAs lead to winning in December? | Overtime | Washington Commanders | NFL
Logan Pauslen discusses the importance of OTAs that can easily be overlooked! Hosts: Logan Paulsen, Caroline Suder Producer: Caroline Suder The views and opinions expressed by our analysts and/or hosts are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of the Washington Commanders or any of their representatives. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
June 5 · 9 min
Commanders' 5th-Rd Pick Joshua Josephs Has "Something To Prove" | Raise Hail With The Rookies | NFL
On this edition of "Raise Hail with the Rookies," host Bryan Colbert Jr. continues the series with fifth-round pick Joshua Josephs! They talk about draft night and the reactions to his draft call video. Josephs also opens up about always having something to prove. The former Tennessee Volunteer is excited for his chance to show Washington Commander fans what he’s got! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
June 3 · 1 hr 8 min
Jayden Daniels will be a PROBLEM + Dominate Defense in D.C.? | Command Center Podcast | Washington Commanders | NFL
On this episode, Logan Paulsen and Fred Smoot wish Santana Moss a happy birthday! Then, they give their top 5 reasons why the Commanders might have a top 10 defense this season under new defensive coordinator Daronte Jones. Next, they debate where Jayden Daniels lands on their ranking of current NFL superstars and if he could have an MVP season before Drake Maye or Caleb Williams. Plus, they debate whether the New York Giants adding Odell Beckham Jr. and JuJu Smith-Schuster is AHHHHH!!! or just...meh-worthy news. Finally, reactions to the AJ Brown and Myles Garrett blockbuster trades. Hosts: Logan Paulsen, Santana Moss, Fred Smoot Producer: Jason Johnson The views and opinions expressed by our analysts and/or hosts are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of the Washington Commanders or any of their representatives. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
June 2 · 1 hr 1 min
The Blough Factor! | OTA Updates, Kaytron ‘Fatman’ Allen Scouting Report & Fred’s Joining The PBA? | Get Loud | Commanders
On this episode of Get Loud, Smoot and Jenks are reunited, and Fred is trying to become the Bo Jackson of bowling? The guys share their thoughts on what they’re seeing from OTAs so far and this Commanders new-look offense. Later on, Penn State play-by-play commentator Steve Jones joins for a Kaytron Allen scouting report. At the end, the crew reads your emails and talks about their summer favorites. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 29 · 11 min
Commanders' 5th-Round Pick Kaytron Allen will do "Whatever It Takes" | Raise Hail With the Rookies
On this edition of "Raise Hail with the Rookies", host Bryan Colbert Jr. continues the series with fifth-round pick Kaytron Allen! They talk about draft night, his relationship with his mother and how he fits in the Commanders running back room. Penn State Nittany Lion’s all-time leading rusher is willing to do whatever it takes to make an impact for the Commanders. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 27 · 1 hr 4 min
OTA KICKOFF!! 🏈 I Early Takeaways and Predictions I Command Center Podcast I NFL
The Command Center podcast crew of Logan Paulsen, Santana Moss and Fred Smoot are giving you a position-by-position breakdown as OTAs get underway! After sharing memories from their NFL careers (5:00), they give a preview of new additions on offense (23:00) and defense (40:00). What do the guys remember most of their own rookie experiences, from draft to training camp? (56:30) Plus, in honor of the 2026 NBA playoffs, a look back at who the best basketball players were during their playing days (1:00:00). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 26 · 54 min
💪 Bolstering the Defense | Joshua Josephs Scouting Report, Talking RB Room & Rico Street Scores Joins | Get Loud | Commanders
Leave Fred Smoot and Michael Jenkins a voicemail at 703-726-7419 or send us an email at washingtongetloud@gmail.com ! On this episode of Get Loud, the guys rank this season’s upcoming matchups. (2:00) Next, Brent Hubbs of Volquest joins for a rookie scouting report on former Tennessee OLB Joshua Josephs. (15:40) Then, the guys talk about the Commanders running back room. (30:00) Afterward, fan correspondent Rico Street Scores joins to discuss some of the most important games to watch this season. (35:45) Finally, the guys play another game of “You Butter Believe it” and share their hot takes for this season. (46:00) The views and opinions expressed by our podcast guests and/or hosts are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of the Washington Commanders or any of their representatives. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 22 · 8 min
"The Goal Is To Win" | Commanders' 6th-Round Pick Matt Gulbin | Raise Hail With The Rookies | NFL
Welcome to the 2026 NFL Draft class edition of "Raise Hail with the Rookies!" Host Bryan Colbert Jr. continues the series with sixth-round pick Matt Gulbin, who talks about fulfilling his dreams of making it to the NFL, his hunger to get back on the field and why Washington was the perfect place for him. The former Michigan State Spartan and Wake Forest Deamon Decon also speaks on his versatility across the offensive line and explains how he can build chemistry with QB Jayden Daniels. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Command Center Podcast

Is D.C. the REAL Tight End University? | Overtime | Washington Commanders | NFL

MAILBAG: A Guaranteed BREAKOUT season? | Overtime | Washington Commanders | NFL

This Defense Will HUNT!!! | Command Center Podcast | Washington Commanders | NFL

Defensive Adjustments, Bram Weinstein On NFC East & We’re Ready For Football | Get Loud | Commanders

Can Sonny Styles THRIVE with the green dot? | Overtime | Washington Commanders | NFL

Who is the future All-Pro SLEEPER? | Overtime | Washington Commanders | NFL

TO THE MOON!!! with TE Chig Okonkwo & LB Odafe Oweh | Command Center Podcast | Washington Commanders | NFL

Media Day With Johnny Newton, Bill Croskey-Merritt, Nick Cross, Jeremy Reaves & More | Get Loud | Commanders

Is the WR room championship ready right now? | Overtime | Washington Commanders | NFL

Will Jayden Daniels Under Center Matter? | Overtime | Washington Commanders | NFL

Half Baked NFL Takes + Terry McLaurin > Santana Moss!? | Command Center Podcast | Washington Commanders | NFL

🧪 Linebackers In The Lab! | ESPN’s Matt Miller Joins, Weird Headlines & Athan Kaliakmanis Rookie Report | Get Loud | Commanders

How do OTAs lead to winning in December? | Overtime | Washington Commanders | NFL

Commanders' 5th-Rd Pick Joshua Josephs Has "Something To Prove" | Raise Hail With The Rookies | NFL

Jayden Daniels will be a PROBLEM + Dominate Defense in D.C.? | Command Center Podcast | Washington Commanders | NFL

The Blough Factor! | OTA Updates, Kaytron ‘Fatman’ Allen Scouting Report & Fred’s Joining The PBA? | Get Loud | Commanders

Commanders' 5th-Round Pick Kaytron Allen will do "Whatever It Takes" | Raise Hail With the Rookies

OTA KICKOFF!! 🏈 I Early Takeaways and Predictions I Command Center Podcast I NFL

💪 Bolstering the Defense | Joshua Josephs Scouting Report, Talking RB Room & Rico Street Scores Joins | Get Loud | Commanders

"The Goal Is To Win" | Commanders' 6th-Round Pick Matt Gulbin | Raise Hail With The Rookies | NFL