Former NFL Tight End and NFL Draft Analyst Logan Paulsen breaks down what his process is in evaluating over 400 prospects a year. He discusses how to balance college game production, physical measurements, All-Star Bowl performances and intangibles to find the best value in the draft. Then, he gives the essential traits at every position that you can look for when watching film at home. Plus, a quick review of the Commanders extremely productive 2024 Draft class, what made Adam Peters and Dan Quinns process so successful, and how that can project to this years potential Draft selections. 

 

Hosts: Jason Johnson

 

Guest: JAG Jason

 

Producer: Jason Johnson

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

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.&nbsp;
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

Command Center Podcast

How to Evaluate Draft Prospects + Essential Traits At Every Position | Ticket to the Draft Podcast | Washington Commanders | NFL

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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, special guest host Shawn Springs joins Michael Jenkins for a 2026 NFL Season Preview! (04:00)  The two discuss NBA conference finals and other headlines from the weekend.(24:00) Then, Lawton Swann of Clemson Sports Talk joins the show for a scouting report on rookie Antonio Williams. To wrap up the show, ANOTHER guest joins the show to chop it up and the crew listens to your voicemails. (41:00)

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Leave Fred Smoot and Michael Jenkins a voicemail at <a href="tel:7037267419">703-726-7419</a> or send us an email at <a href="mailto:washingtongetloud@gmail.com">washingtongetloud@gmail.com</a> !
On this episode of Get Loud, special guest host Shawn Springs joins Michael Jenkins for a 2026 NFL Season Preview! (04:00)&nbsp; The two discuss NBA conference finals and other headlines from the weekend.(24:00) Then, Lawton Swann of Clemson Sports Talk joins the show for a scouting report on rookie Antonio Williams. To wrap up the show, ANOTHER guest joins the show to chop it up and the crew listens to your voicemails. (41:00)
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.

💬 Antonio Williams Rookie Report, 2026 NFL Preview &  SURPRISE Guests!  | Get Loud | Commanders

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Welcome to the 2026 NFL Draft class edition of "Raise Hail with the Rookies!" Host Bryan Colbert Jr. starts off the series with seventh-round pick Athan Kaliakmanis, who talks about fulfilling his dreams of making it to the NFL, his support system and competing for a spot on the roster. The former Minnesota Golden Gopher and Rutgers Scarlet Knight also speaks on why the Commanders are the perfect fit for him and getting to play alongside Jayden Daniels.

Welcome to the 2026 NFL Draft class edition of "Raise Hail with the Rookies!" Host Bryan Colbert Jr. starts off the series with seventh-round pick Athan Kaliakmanis, who talks about fulfilling his dreams of making it to the NFL, his support system and competing for a spot on the roster. The former Minnesota Golden Gopher and Rutgers Scarlet Knight also speaks on why the Commanders are the perfect fit for him and getting to play alongside Jayden Daniels.

"I Wanted To Be Here" | Commanders' 7th-Round Pick Athan Kaliakmanis | Raise Hail With The Rookies

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The guys reminisce on Taylor Heinicke's time in Washington after his retirement announcement. Then, they "Ask AI" if Santana Moss should of worn #89 for his whole career...or switched to #6? Next, they give their takes on Sonny Styles choosing to wear #52 and how he could cement himself among the greatest Washington linebackers faster than you may think. Plus, the 2026 NFL Schedule Release is just around the corner and the guys give insights into what really matters to the players...prime time showdowns or consistency on Sunday kickoffs? 

 

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.

What Really Maters in NFL Scheduling + Sonny Styling in #52?  | Command Center Podcast | Washington Commanders | NFL

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How to Evaluate Draft Prospects + Essential Traits At Every Position | Ticket to the Draft Podcast | Washington Commanders | NFL

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