Ben Standig

Standig Room Only: A show about the Washington Commanders and D.C. sports

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Each week The Athletic's Ben Standig brings you the latest stories surrounding the Washington Commanders and other sports around the D.C. area. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Aug 29, 2024

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Episodes

Commanders say goodbye 29.08.2024

Ben talks about the cuts made by the Commanders to reach the initial 53-man roster and signs off from the Standig Room Only Feed. Subscribe to the "Last Man Standig" feed"!!! Apple -- https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/last-man-standig/id1760952448 Spotify -- https://open.spotify.com/show/2IFrK4Mk3BFLBumbYJNs7t Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Decision time for Commanders 27.08.2024

The Athletic's Ben Standig shares his insight and projections for the Washington Commanders' initial 53-player roster following the preseason finale. Mike Smeltz joins to discuss how many quarterbacks stick around, summer standouts that will stay, which familiar names are on shaky ground and potential moves. Also thoughts on Josh Harris's comments about the stadium search and overdue upgrades at t...

Jahan Dotson flying to Eagles 23.08.2024

The Athletic's Ben Standig is talking about a significant day for the Washington Commanders. Jahan Dotson is out, and a new kicker arrives in separate trades. Ben also talks Dotson, Jayden Daniels, the 2024 QB class, NFC East and more with The Athletic's Derrik Klassen. Plus, new insight into Mike Sainristil's role. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

QB1 and the other 52 20.08.2024

The Athletic's Ben Standig is discussing Jayden Daniels officially being named the Week 1 QB starter, injury updates, and 53-player roster projections. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jayden, Jahan, joint practice 16.08.2024

Ben recaps the Commanders joint practice with the Dolphins, shares some notes on Kliff Kingsbury's offense and the #2 WR discussion that came to a head in Dan Quinn's press conference on Thursday. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Message received? 13.08.2024

The Athletic's Ben Standig is talking about the Commanders' increasingly unsettled WR room, the signing of Martavis Bryant and a fake Jahan Dotson trade idea. Also, OL injury updates, Jayden Daniels, a kicking change and more camp notes ahead of this week's joint practice and preseason game at the Dolphins. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Top Gun 11.08.2024

The Athletic's Ben Standig is ready to buzz the tower as he recaps Jayden Daniels's preseason debut with fellow maverick Scott Jackson (Commanders radio broadcast). The Commanders' rookie quarterback shines as a passer, runner -- and play-caller in one notable series against the Jets. Dan Quinn's postgame reaction, OL injuries, Jamin Davis, RB room, returners and Emmanuel Forbes also discussed. Ho...

Wet, wild and revealing 09.08.2024

The Athletic's Ben Standig shares his takeaways from Thursday's rain-soaked joint practice with the Commanders and Jets. Outsized expectations for 2024 meets reality? Jayden Daniels gain experience. OL concerns grow. Pass coverage. Dyami and Tremayne. Kickers. Preseason next. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jayden Daniels is unofficially (but obvious) QB1 07.08.2024

The Athletic's Ben Standig is here for the second episode of the new "Last Man Standig" podcast (subscribe to the new feed!!!) after a busy day for the Washington Commanders. Jayden Daniels will officially start the preseason opener, there's a new unofficial depth chart, and the Jets joint practice is on deck. All of that and more was discussed with Mitch Tischler (Monumental Sports) live from the...

Commanders camp and BIG show announcement 05.08.2024

The Athletic's Ben Standig talks about Jayden Daniels' growth and more from Commanders camp with Bram Weinstein and starting guard Nick Allegretti. But first... SHOW ANNOUNCEMENT: There's a new feed and name coming for this podcast. Subscribe to the new "Last Man Standig" podcast wherever you listen to podcasts to hear Ben's insight and conversations with great guests about all things Commanders!!...

Ben Sinnott and Commanders' defense analysis 02.08.2024

The Athletic's Ben Standig is here with the latest from Commanders training camp: Notes from recent practices on Jayden Daniels, Benjamin St-Juste, tackle rotation (2:05) 1-on-1 interview with rookie TE Ben Sinnott (15:12) Position by position look at the defense: end, cornerback rotations in flux? (20:59) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The pads are out 30.07.2024

The Athletic's Ben Standig is talking about the Commanders' first training camp practice with pads via a position-by-position deep dive into what's happening with the offense. Jayden Daniels and the QB room. Austin Ekeler is showing a burst. Quiet receivers. Brandon Coleman and the tackles. Plus, thoughts on Mike Sainristil and the returner options (2:35). Then analytics guru Aaron Schatz enters f...

David Aldridge talks Commanders' camp, Olympics hoops 28.07.2024

The Athletic's Ben Standig talks about Commanders' training camp and more with David Aldridge. Their assessment of Jayden Daniels, what the exciting quarterback means for the D.C. sports scene, and the organization investing in little but big elements to help the team thrive. They also talked about hope and new concerns with the U.S. men's basketball team—David will cover the Paris Olympics for Th...

Day 1: Commanders training camp begins 25.07.2024

The Athletic's Ben Standig is ready to rumble -- or at least discuss the start of Commanders training camp with Nicki Jhabvala (Washington Post). After Ben opens with notes on a slimmer Jonathan Allen and physical changes inside the building, Nicki enters. They begin with takeaways from Tuesday's news conference involving Dan Quinn and Adam Peters and the challenges with covering all the organizat...

Terry McLaurin and Commanders training camp preview 22.07.2024

The Athletic's Ben Standig is ready to preview the start of training camp this week with Terry McLaurin and his colleague, Mike Smeltz. Ben opens with thoughts on 49ers' WR -Jayden Daniels' college teammate - Brandon Aiyuk, requesting a trade and Jason Wright's departure. Then Ben heard from the Commanders' top receiver, McLaurin, on building chemistry with new teammates and his latest charitable...

Commanders' fantasy reality 18.07.2024

The Athletic's Ben Standig is back from Vegas and talking about Commanders football, real and fantasy: *Why Washington hired former Panthers GM Scott Fitterer (3:20) *There's a market survey in the field asking (me and others) about where the new stadium should go and team name options (6:30) *Fantasy Football legend John Hansen joins Ben to chat about Washington's 2024 season, the fantasy draft d...

Brian Mitchell 11.07.2024

The Athletic's Ben Standig is back talking Commanders with Brian Mitchell (106.7 The Fan). Who better to discuss the NFL's new kick return rules and how Washington can attack the changes than arguably the greatest kick returner in league history? The guys also share thoughts on those spring practices, the new organizational vibes, Austin Ekeler's usage, the most interesting position group, and Dou...

On the defensive 01.07.2024

The Athletic's Ben Standig is back to break down the Commanders' defense. In part two of his chat with film analyst Mark Bullock, the guys discuss the unit's potential growth under the new coaching staff and how the scheme aids Emmanuel Forbes. Which defensive backs play the most? Edge rusher options. Johnny Newton. More. ICYMI, Ben and Mark talked all about the offense in part one. Hosted on Acas...

Commanders embracing analytics 25.06.2024

The Athletic's Ben Standig is talking about the Commanders and analytics with ESPN's Seth Walder -- and fresh changes made in the department. Ben opens with a reaction to Eugene Shen's departure after only eight months as SVP of Football Strategy, Doug Williams rejoining the front office, and other moves announced on Tuesday. Then Seth enters with a look at Shen/the analytics group, the Commanders...

Commanders' offense analysis: Jayden Daniels 24.06.2024

The Athletic's Ben Standig is back for a deep dive on the Commanders roster with film analyst Mark Bullock. Part one focuses on the offense. The best of Jayden Daniels and the sacks discussion. Puncher's chance at left tackle with Cornelius Lucas and Brandon Coleman? Ben Sinnott's versatility. WR room depth. The backfield roles. Chris Rodriguez fit. More. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for...

Minicamp review: How the defensive pieces fit together 17.06.2024

The Athletic's Ben Standig is here with more on the Commanders' minicamp and offseason practices. After talking about all things offense in the prior episode, part two dives into the defense with Mitch Tischler (Monumental Sports). Who sticks on the defensive line? Is Jamin Davis a linebacker or edge rusher -- and on the roster bubble? Jeremy Chinn's versatility means what for the safeties and bac...

What we learned from Commanders minicamp 13.06.2024

The Athletic's Ben Standig is here talking about Jayden Daniels and the Commanders' three-day minicamp with Mitch Tischler (Monumental Sports). In part one, the position-by-position review focuses on the offense, starting with Daniels' maturity, mile markers, and the quarterback "competition." Curiosity with running back usage on offense and special teams. Are Dyami Brown and Cole Turner ready to...

Joe House talking Commanders (and some Wizards) 10.06.2024

The Athletic's Ben Standig is here talking about the Commanders with some basketball mixed in. There is no better guest for that combo than Joe House (The Ringer). Ben opens with a commentary on the biggest disconnect with the Caitlin Clark debates via Washington and Jayden Daniels's arrival (2:20). Then Ben and Joe chat about the positive vibes around the Commanders (27:55). 2024 hopes through th...

Pump up the Volume 06.06.2024

The Athletic' Ben Standig discussed a chatty but focused Washington Commanders OTA practice with Nicki Jhabvala (Washington Post). Coordinator Joe Whitt's passion and energy had the defense taking center stage on the field and at the podium. What Whitt chose to say about his schematic and lineup plans. Ben and Nicki also banter about why digging up the old-school practice field artificial turf is...

Help wanted: Kicker needed 03.06.2024

The Athletic's Ben Standig is here talking Washington Commanders with Entertainment Weekly's Editorial director -- and lifelong fan -- dalton Ross. Ben opens with a breakdown of Washington's kicker situation now that the organization has released Brandon McManus. Then Dalton enters for a wide-ranging chat. The franchise overhaul, 2024 patience, Jayden Daniels, Jahan Dotson, RFK nostalgia, how they...

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