Last Man Standig

Commanders insider Ben Standig shares what he observed with Jayden Daniels as the QB participated in Washington’s annual Harvest Feast. Ben also spoke with Broncos insider Nick Kosmider (The Athletic) about how Denver built the roster around Bo Nix, possible DC candidates and what it would take for the Commanders to pull off an upset. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswi...

Commanders insider Ben Standig dives into significant injury news updates involving Jayden Daniels returning to practice this week. Also, positive updates on Terry McLaurin and Noah Brown. Then Ben is joined by NY Times sports business reporter Ken Belson to discuss Ken's new book, "Every Day is Sunday," about how the NFL under Roger Goodell, Jerry Jones and Robert Kraft became this money-making b...

Commanders insider Ben Standig sets the stage for Washington’s return from the bye week. Thoughts on potential injury updates for Jayden Daniels and Terry McLaurin. The upcoming Brandon Aiyuk drama. NFC East roundup. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Commanders insider Ben Standig is joined Kevin Sheehan and Grant Paulsen for a bye week deep dive into this season and beyond. Where did it all go wrong? Most costly injuries. Jayden Daniels' status. Has our view of the Terry McLaurin contract dispute changed months later? What happens if the losses keep piling up? Check out Ben's written work at Lastmanstandig.substack.com. Hosted by Simplecast,...

Commanders insider Ben Standig and ESPN NFL analyst Seth Walder dive into what the analytics have to say about Washington's 3-8 start. The key stat change involving Jayden Daniels. Is Adam Peters' limiting the incoming player pool? Keeping Marshon Lattimore. Trading for Laremy Tunsil. Ben also shares what lineup direction he thinks Dan Quinn takes after the break. Check out Ben's written work at L...

Commanders insider Ben Standig recaps Washington’s latest loss with LMS correspondent (and Team 980 radio host) Chris Russell, who chatted from Madrid. More competitive for sure defensively and the offense gained 379 yards, but the shorthanded Commanders also showed why they own a 3-8 record. Check out Ben's Substack, "Last Man Standig" for all of his written work. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz...

Commanders insider Ben Standig is here for the latest news and notes, including the architectural firm chosen for the new stadium design, an interesting WR addition to the roster, and thoughts on Noah Brown, facing the Dolphins offense, and more. Michael Phillips (The Richmonder) joins to discuss where the season goes from here, Daron Payne and the importance of good vibes. Check out Ben's first (...

Commanders insider Ben Standig recaps a newsy Monday with NFL Network senior Insider Ian Rapoport. Dan Quinn is taking over as defensive coordinator before the Madrid game. Daron Payne gets suspended. Trey Amos broke his fibula. Ben and Ian also talk about repercussions from the Terry McLaurin contract talks, Jayden Daniels' season, Commanders' culture, and the possibility of naming the new stadiu...

Commanders insider Ben Standig does his best to explain Washington’s latest debacle, a 44-22 home loss to the Lions, and where things go from here. Benching, firings, everything should be on the table at least after this coming weekend in Spain. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Commanders insider Ben Standig is here to discuss good news on Jayden Daniels' dislocated elbow and what it means for the remainder of the season. Also, other injury updates, keys against the Lions and very important logistics for anyone attending Sunday’s game. Check out Ben's interview with Kurt Warner on Daniels over at "Last Man Standig" at Substack. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. S...

Commanders insider Ben Standig is joined by ESPN's John Keim to discuss where things went so wrong for Washington BUT more importantly, what are the fixes. Getting more out of the two draft classes under GM Adam Peters would go a long way. Also, thoughts on the tbd Jayden Daniels injury plan. Check out Ben's interview with HOF QB on Lastmanstandig.substack.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz comp...

Commanders insider Ben Standig is here for the aftermath of Sunday's brutal loss to the Seahawks, where Jayden Daniels's elbow injury trumped all other storylines. Medical expert Dr. Annu Navani discussed potential post-injury scenarios with us. Head coach Dan Quinn on Monday addressed why he left Daniels in the game down 31 points. There are other injuries of note, including Marshon Lattimore's s...

Commanders insider Ben Standig discusses all that went wrong on SNF, most notably, Jayden Daniels' injured elbow. But the 38-14 loss to the Seahawks was disturbing in numerous ways, including the defense being unable to slow down Seattle's passing game. Where does Washington go from here? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and...

Commanders insider Ben Standig brings the 411 following Thursday's practice, which included Jayden Daniels for a second consecutive sesson while the QB record from a hamstring injury. Ben also discusses the latest update to his 2026 roster project; chats with Tom Schad (Washington Post) about the state of the team entering SNF; and catches up with OL Brandon Coleman about being benched, returning...

Commanders insider Ben Standig and Scott Jackson (Commanders postgame show) discuss where Washington went wrong in Kansas City, what happened to the run game and what needs to change. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Commanders insider Ben Standig and The Richmonder's Michael Phillips convene at Arrowhead Stadium following Washington's 28-7 loss to the Kansas City Chiefs. There was good, albeit inefficient work in the first half. Inevitability arrived after halftime. The fellas discussed where the game turned, Terry McLaurin's productive night ending with him re-injuring his quad, why the run game has disappea...

Commanders insider Ben Standig gets everyone set for MNF in Kansas City. The offense gets good injury news but Daron Payne is now questionable. Defensive adjustments. More. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Commanders insider Ben Standig gets you up to speed on what's happening in Ashburn ahead of MNF with quick-hitting thoughts on Terry McLaurin's return to practice, internal mood amid a downturn and a new injury to watch. Check out Ben's written work at "Last Man Standig" on Substack. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use...

Commanders insider Ben Standig and The Ringer's Joe House tackle the largely expected news of Jayden Daniels being ruled out for MNF, the trade deadline conundrum and where skidding Washington can find silver linings. The fellas also dish big-picture on the young Wizards falling to the Bucks, which kids are future standouts, and coping with another trying season. Check out Ben's writing on his "La...

Commanders insider Ben Standig and Al Galdi catch up with each other's sense of this 3-4 team. More or less optimistic than the record suggests? Changes to consider. How the coaches spread their message through the media. More. Ben also shares positive updates on Terry McLaurin and Deebo Samuel for this week. Check out Ben's written work on Substack at "Last Man Standig." Hosted by Simplecast, an...

Commanders insider Ben Standig and film analyst Mark Bullock do their best to get Washington back on track after a calamitous day in Dallas. Jayden Daniels avoided a significant injury. Dorance Armstrong did not. Defensive woes: scheme or personnel? Which Adam Peters' draft picks should play more/less? Who is WR3 when McLaurin and Samuel return? Be sure to check out Ben's "Last Man Standig" Substa...

Commanders insider Ben Standig tries explaining all that went wrong in Washington's 44-22 loss at Dallas along with Mike Smeltz. Jayden Daniels's injured hamstring. Receiver room limitations. Defense continues allowing chunk plays. What fixes would we make. Be brave and listen. Consider this therapy. Also, check out Ben's written work on the "Last Man Standig" substack. Hosted by Simplecast, an Ad...

Commanders insider Ben Standig preps everyone for Sunday's pivotal game in Dallas and shares a special announcement for his Sunday plans that involve LMS pod listeners and Substack subscribers. Terry McLaurin is out. What about Deebo, Dorance and Zach Ertz? Where Washington can attack Dallas and where concerns (Pickens and Lamb) exist. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adsw...

Commanders insider Ben Standig with practice updates on Terry McLaurin and other key injuries and praise for guard Chris Paul. Then Ben welcomes The Ringer's Bryan Curtis for a detailed conversation about The Athletic's impact on sports media since arriving in 2016, the site's evolution and Ben's insight from his years working at TA. Oh, Commanders-Cowboys talk as well between two men who grew up...

Commanders insider Ben Standig and Bram Weinstein, "Voice of the Commanders," dive into a newsy Wednesday in Ashburn. Terry McLaurin practices, but Noah Brown goes on IR. Sam Cosmi's return is getting closer. Washington signs a new DE Adam Peters knows well, but don't assume he'll help soon. Also, injury news on Dorance Armstrong, an intriguing receiver workout, and where this team goes from here....