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

The Athletic's Ben Standig is back to discuss Brian Robinson, Jon Bostic, Joe Gibbs and more live from the Washington Commanders' welcome home luncheon. Guests: Former Washington safety and Super Bowl champion Brad Edwards and NBC Sports Washington's Pete Hailey. Ben opens the show with notes on the latest roster movement and details on the Commanders-only part 2 of his NFL agent survey with a foc...

The Athletic's Ben Standig is here to discuss Brian Robinson and break down the Washington Commanders' cutdown day with the Washington Post's Nicki Jhabvala. Ben opens the episode with Robinson's status after the rookie was shot twice as the victim during an attempted robbery. He's in good health and... might play football early in the season. Also, details on Ben's fourth annual NFL agent survey,...

The Athletic's Ben Standig is running solo and running through the Washington Commanders' final roster predictions after Saturday's preseason finale at Baltimore. Ron Rivera said there are 4-7 spots up for grabs. Shaka Toney, William Bradley-King or Justin Hamilton on the defensive line? Keep a fifth linebacker, seventh receiver or fourth running back? Is this the year Jeremy Reaves makes the cut?...

The Athletic's Ben Standig puts a bow on the Washington Commanders' summer of open practices and considers roster battles for Saturday's preseason finale. Positive thoughts on Carson Wentz, Brian Robinson, Jahan Dotson, and Kendall Fuller (and areas of concern), How much will the starters play in Baltimore? Also Ben discusses his new article on what players say about chasing their dream in public....

The Athletic's Ben Standig is here to discuss Chase Young headed to the PUP list, Carson Wentz's film and feeding the Commanders with guests Mark Bullock and Chef Mel. Ben starts with news of the day, including Young guaranteed to miss at least four games, Sammis Reyes released, and which young players Ron Rivera said have stood out. Then Mark joins the chat (16:20) to share his film analysis on t...

The Athletic's Ben Standig is back to recap the Washington Commanders' second preseason game, a 24-14 road loss to the Kansas City Chiefs. Guest: Commanders postgame radio host Scott Jackson. Ben opens the episode with some notes on injuries and the coaches (finally) recognizing how to use Antonio Gibson. Then the fellas discuss Washington's defense struggling on third downs, again, and signs of h...

The Athletic's Ben Standig is back to recap the latest from Washington Commanders' training camp and preview what to watch in Saturday's preseason game at Kansas with guest Matt Paras (Washington Times). What do we need to see from Carson Wentz? Where will Antonio Gibson play? Are the injuries at tight end or the offensive line more concerning? Who are roster sleepers to track? What did Jack Del R...

The Athletic's Ben Standig is here for a solo episode following a busy day at Washington Commanders training camp. Antonio Gibson's practice usage took odd turns following his latest fumble. Is that Brian Robinson's music? Roster moves on Tuesday, including Sammis Reyes to IR and Troy Apke cut. Ron Rivera was unhappy after a sloppy practice as the defense won the day. Injuries piling up on the off...

The Athletic's Ben Standig is back to discuss an efficient Carson Wentz, a rallying Sam Howell and more from the Washington Commanders' preseason opener against the Panthers with 106.7 The Fan's Grant Paulsen. They also discuss a potential RB competition and the stadium vibe for the first game as Commanders. Then Ben closes the episode recapping team president Jason Wright's comments to reporters...

The Athletic's Ben Standig returns ahead of the Washington Commanders' preseason opener to talk football with two guests: rookie running back Brian Robinson and Hall of Famer Warren Sapp. Ben opens the show with the latest from camp, including how much Ron Rivera anticipates playing the starters on Saturday at Fed Ex Field against the Panthers. Also, some positions to watch in the game. Seriously,...

The Athletic's Ben Standig returns to discuss the firing of DL coach Sam Mills and the latest from Washington Commanders' training camp. Guest: Mike Sando, The Athletic's senior NFL writer. Ben opens the show with the breaking news on Mills, who is out after 11 years with Rivera, including three in Washington. The timing is odder than the decision. Ben explores that and discusses Carson Wentz's be...

The Athletic's Ben Standig is back to discuss Washington Commanders training camp with Commanders analyst Santana Moss! Ben opens the show with thoughts on Saturday's practice at FedEx Field, Carson Wentz, injury updates and -- wait for it -- a new linebacker on the roster. Then Santana joins the chat (13:55). Ben asked the former WR about Jahan Dotson, whether Terry McLaurin is the franchise's be...

The Athletic's Ben Standig is here and ready to talk about the Washington Commanders training camp with the voice of the Commanders, Bram Weinstein. Ben opens the episode with notes on practices, including Thursday's walkthrough. Then Bram joins for an in-depth look at what's been happening, including the latest confusing chapter in the Curtis Samuel injury saga. They get into Carson Wentz's work,...

The Athletic's Ben Standig is solo for this Commanders' training camp recap after the first week. Ben goes position by position for news, highlights and updates including thoughts on Carson Wentz, Sam Howell, Curtis Samuel, Cole Turner, Kendall Fuller, and others. There's also audio from Ron Rivera on Chase Young's recovery timeline and Ryan Kerrigan explaining why he's retiring now. Hosted on Aca...

The Athletic's Ben Standig is talking about Washington Commanders training camp and Dan Snyder testifying before the Oversight Committee with the Associated Press's Steve Whyno. The fellas start with football and a dominating Day 2 for Montez Sweat, Kendall Fuller, and the entire defense. They also get into Carson Wentz's slow start, Ron Rivera's call for humility, Antonio Gibson's injury, Antonio...

The Athletic's Ben Standig is here to assess Ron Rivera's opening remarks on training camp eve and talk Commanders in-depth with Football Outsiders' Aaron Schatz. Ben opens the show with Steve Whyno (Associated Press) and Matthews Paras (Washington Times) after the fellas participated in Rivera's initial media session of camp. Chase Young won't be back for a while per the coach. What about Chase R...

The Athletic's Ben Standig is gearing up for the start of the Washington Commanders' training camp next week. Therefore it's time for a camp preview with guest, Michael Phillips from the Richmond Times Dispatch. Topics include why they're excited to watch practices after a juice-less minicamp; who faces the most pressure; where this offense can go with Carson Wentz; Chase Young's expectations; it'...

The Athletic's Ben Standig is ready for some outside perspective on the Washington Commanders. For that, he welcomes The Athletic's fantasy football savant, Jake Ciely, and Entertainment Weekly's Dalton Ross. Ben and Jake break down Washington's offense, including the RB pecking order, Terry Mclaurin's level, whether Carson Wentz is more help or a hindrance and a sleeper candidate. They also talk...

The Athletic's Ben Standig preps for the Washington Commanders' upcoming training camp with Washington Post columnist Jerry Brewer. Ben opens the show with an assignment for Jason Wright, and a look back at Washington's contract negotiations with Terry McLaurin in light of scenarios involving the Nationals and Juan Soto, and the Wizards and Bradley Beal. Then Jerry joins the chat to discuss the Co...

The Athletic's Ben Standig is back from his West Coast vacation and ready to talk Commanders, Dan Snyder, Ted Leonsis and the Wizards with guests Joe House (The Ringer) and attorney Stephanie Weissenburger. Ben opens the show sharing a bit about his vacation and diving into his new profile on The Athletic about first-round pick Jahan Dotson. Plus thoughts on Curtis Samuel and Daron Payne. Then Ste...

The Athletic's Ben Standig talks all things Commanders with former Washington and Denver lineman turned NFL analyst Mark Schlereth. The fellas discuss hope with Carson Wentz, Chase Young's needed next step, organizational culture, Mark's alumni visit, his favorite Commanders' offensive lineman, Motley Crue vs. Def Leppard vs. Poison. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Athletic's Ben Standig is here talking about Commanders rookie receiver Jahan Dotson with Penn State wide receiver coach Taylor Stubblefield (go look him up!). The smoothness and Torry Holt, those hands and the first-round pick's mindset. Then Ben answers your mailbag questions on Dotson vs. Curtis Samuel, Daron Payne or Chase Young, Cole Holcomb's value, nickel options and more. Hosted on Aca...

The Athletic's Ben Standig is here for an emergency podcast following the news that the Commanders and wide receiver Terry McLaurin have agreed to a 3-year contract extension worth roughly $71 million. The guests: Brian McNally (NBC Sports Washington) for the immediate reaction and Brad Spielberger (PFF) on the contract terms. What it means and what comes next. Plus Ben with the latest on owner Da...

The Athletic's Ben Standig is back to talk about Congress coming for Dan Snyder -- and to talk with Washington Commanders rookie tight end Cole Turner! Plus thoughts on what the Wizards did in the NBA Draft Ben opens the show with some notes including injury concerns for Chase Young and Logan Thomas. Then sports law attorney Stephanie Weissenburger joins the pod to break down all that happened at...

The Athletic's Ben Standig welcomes back Jay Gruden to the podcast for episode 200! After Ben opens the show with notes on Dan Snyder skipping this week's hearing on Capitol Hill, Gruden joins for a fun and informative Q&A (8:20). Topics: What's the looming battle between NFL offensive and defensive coordinators? How will Carson Wentz help Terry McLaurin? Who did Gruden chat up at Sean McVay's...