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.

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

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"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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Leave Fred Smoot and Michael Jenkins a voicemail at 703-726-7419 or send us an email at washingtongetloud@gmail.com !

On this week’s episode of Get Loud, Washington Legend Fred Smoot and Commanders radio host Michael Jenkins dive into the Commanders’ rookie minicamp, the Washington Wizards scoring the first overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft and more. They welcome in special guests Washington Legend Ross Tucker (18:45) and Ohio State Buckeyes expert Beau Bishop (37:30) to discuss the Commanders’ 2026 first-round draft pick Sonny Styles. Fred and Jenks answer listener voicemails, including a heated debate: Stefon Diggs or Trevon Diggs — who are you taking? (59:00). To wrap up the show, the two are put to the test to determine whether these viral social clips are real or AI-generated! (1:07:00)

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.

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 week&rsquo;s episode of Get Loud, Washington Legend Fred Smoot and Commanders radio host Michael Jenkins dive into the Commanders&rsquo; rookie minicamp, the Washington Wizards scoring the first overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft and more. They welcome in special guests Washington Legend Ross Tucker (18:45) and Ohio State Buckeyes expert Beau Bishop (37:30) to discuss the Commanders&rsquo; 2026 first-round draft pick Sonny Styles. Fred and Jenks answer listener voicemails, including a heated debate: Stefon Diggs or Trevon Diggs &mdash; who are you taking? (59:00). To wrap up the show, the two are put to the test to determine whether these viral social clips are real or AI-generated! (1:07:00)
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.

📝 Sonny Styles Rookie Report: Ross Tucker & Beau Bishop Join The Show & Is It Real Or AI? | Get Loud | Commanders

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The guys breakdown the entire NFC East. Are the Giants already a legit threat? Are the Eagles finally going to implode? Are the Cowboys style without substance? Is Jayden Daniels the best QB in the NFC East....and it not even close!? 

 

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.

Jayden over Jalen? The MEGA NFC East Preview | Command Center Podcast | Washington Commanders | NFL

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

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