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Ben Standig of The Athletic brings his unique insight and reporting covering the Washington Commanders, Washington Wizards and other DC Sports teams. He also shares his league wide access to decision makers across the NFL.
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Commanders insider Ben Standig updates the defensive coordinator search, which now includes Bears DC coach Al Harris. How will Dan Quinn weigh zero coordinator experience with Harris's ability to teach players how to create turnovers. Also, more Rueben Bain at no. 7 talk. Then Ben shares what he learned at Wizards team president Michael Winger's press conference about Trae Young's fit and the competitive timeline. 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 delves into Washington not pursuing Mike McDaniel, only for the former Dolphins head coach to take an OC job. Then hear Ben's exit interview with first-round right tackle Josh Conerly on his rookie season. Also, the latest on the defensive coordinator search. Subscribe to the podcast and Ben's Substack for his written work at LastManStanding.substack.com. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Pack your patience

Pack your patience

2026-01-1953:19

Commanders insider Ben Standig tackles breaking news involving Washington’s next OL coach and ping-pongs around a variety of topics with Nicki Jhabvala (The Athletic). Why the league-wide head coaching searches are slowing down Washington’s DC process. Playoff action shows how much the Commanders defense must improve. Jayden, Caleb and Drake. Are their any internal free agents that require a longer look? Seriously, what is a catch? 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 updates everyone on Washington's defensive coordinator search. Which desired candidate appears off the table? Also, a name for the OL coach openings. Then Ben welcomes Tim Murray (VSIN) for a look at the 2026 draft from the Vegas oddsmakers' perspective and previewed Monday's National Championship game. 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 Super Bowl-winning QB Joe Theismann on the renderings for Washington’s sleek new stadium, going from Kingsbury to Blough, what it all means for Jayden Daniels and that time Joe hung out with Andre the Giant. Ben also gets into the new QB coach, latest with the DC search and John Harbaugh to the Giants. 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 connecting Washington’s DC and QB coach openings to the now NINE head coach openings around the league. Pack your patience. Then Ben welcomes former Washington head coach Jay Gruden in for a deep dive into the Kliff Kingsbury era, the stunning David Blough hire, his experience working with 28-year-old OC Sean McVay and much more. Join "Last Man Standig" on Substack for the written work. 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 kicks off the weekly segment, "Mock Draft Monday," with PFF's Trevor Sikkema. Running through the top-7 picks. Edge all the way? Seven too high for Ohio State S Caleb Downs or a worthy price for an impact player? Ben also dives into the latest on Washington's defensive coordinator search and more on new OC, David Blough. 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 all over Washington’s decision to name assistant QB coach David Blough its new offensive coordinator. Why the 30-year-old assistant? Why so quickly after Kliff Kingsbury departed? System expectations. How members of Washington’s fabled 2013 coaching staff influenced Dan Quinn actions in 2026. Latest on the DC search. 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 opens the episode with news that Mike McDaniel is available for Washington's OC opening, explores all the ties that connect the former Dolphins head coach with the Ashburn crew and shares the latest interview requests. Then Ben and film analyst Mark Bullock dive into the Kliff Kingsbury exit and what this choice means moving forward. Then a perplexed Ben wraps up the episode by trying to understand the Wizards acquiring Trae Young, and the massive disconnect between those giving thumbs up and those not understanding the choice by Washington. 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 updates the latest coordinator news and talks with 49ers reporter Matt Barrows (The Athletic). Insight into the latest iteration of the Shanahan offense as Washington ponders OC candidates. What happened with Brandon Aiyuk in SF? Juice worth the squeeze for the talented but polarizing WR? NFL playoffs. 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 Grant Paulsen (106.7 The Fan) recap to Washington moving on from Kingsbury, Whitt and OL coach Bobby Johnson. What's next. DC/OC names to consider. Kliff's next stop? And Ben offers up a "what if" topic that is bound to get your attention. 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 by Beltway Football co-host Mitchell Tischler to put a bow on the Commanders 2025 season and discuss takeaways from Dan Quinn and Adam Peters' season-ending press conference. 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 puts a bow on the 2025 regular-season following Washington’s win at Philadelphia. For draft order thinkers, a win here is a loss. Fair? Thoughts on Kliff Kingsbury's status. Prepping for Monday's Peters-Quinn press conference. Bobby Wagner milestone. More. Subscribe to Ben's "Last Man Standig" Substack for all his written work. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
New Year's resolutions

New Year's resolutions

2025-12-3001:07:24

Commanders insider Ben Standig and Al Galdi put a bow on 2025 by coming up with New Year's resolutions for Dan Quinn, Adam Peters, Jayden Daniels, and Josh Harris. They also discussed Deebo Samuel’s contract, resting healthy players, and if just-released ex-Cowboys CB Trevon Diggs makes sense here. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
The Week 18 Countdown

The Week 18 Countdown

2025-12-2901:22:00

Commanders insider Ben Standig and film analyst Mark Bullock connected to discuss all things Commanders. Buying the Johnny Newton breakout? RB room taking form? Double DB position switch? Pick a veteran. Deebo vs the field. Plus, the draft order update and which QB this weekend helped the Commanders' offseason. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Big Picture

Big Picture

2025-12-2301:00:01

Commanders insider Ben Standig widens out the conversation about this 4-11 season with Nicki Jhabvala (The Athletic). What set our alarms off last summer? Moves that worked and didn't. Jayden Daniels. Wagner or Miller? More, including the latest QB and roster shuffle. https://www.ampiremedia.com/ 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 catches everyone up on Washington's latest. What happens if Marcus Mariota is out on Christmas Day vs. the Cowboys? Positive thoughts on Mike Sainristil, Terry McLaurin, and Bobby Wagner. Connecting the Eagles' 2-point attempt with Washington's QB depth chart -- and Sam Howell? Additional injury updates. Join Ben's "Last Man Standig" Substack for his written work. 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 looks ahead to the offseason with NFL Draft and Eagles analyst Fran Duffy (All City Network). 2026 class strengths and weaknesses. Faves at Edge, WR. Review picks classes under Adam Peters. Backing erratic Eagles in NFC? Also, the latest from Ashburn. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Jayden Daniels Speaks

Jayden Daniels Speaks

2025-12-1739:58

Commanders insider Ben Standig provides his insights into what Jayden Daniels said on Tuesday about his shutdown and shares audio from the quarterback's media session. Then Ben is joined by Tom Schad (Washington Post) to gauge all angles of the decision to keep Daniels sidelined for the remaining three games, and discuss who else should or should not be playing. Take a look at Ben's written work at LastManStandig.substack.com. 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 reacts to news that Washington will shut down QB Jayden Daniels for the remainder of the season. What this means for other vets like Laremy Tunsil down the stretch. Why there was more to TE Ben Sinnott’s game at New York than his lone reception. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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