Last Man Standig

<p>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.</p>

Doug Flutie Talks Hail Mary's! on LMS

The Athletic’s Ben Standig is joined by legendary QB and the original Hail Mary hero, Doug Flutie, to discuss his fellow Heisman Trophy winner Jayden Daniels' miraculous moment and more. Plus, fresh Commanders notes. HOME | Ampire Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

10-29
29:48

That Really Happened

The Athletic's Ben Standig and Commanders analyst Logan Paulsen join forces to reassess Sunday’s Hail Mary finish and everything else from Washington’s win over the Bears. Logan's view from the field, gutsy Jayden Daniels, magic in the air and more. HOME | Ampire Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

10-29
50:18

Hail Mary!! Commanders are 6-2

The Athletic’s Ben Standig and The Richmonder's Michael Phillips somehow managed to speak after the Washington Commanders' miraculous win over the Chicago Bears. Thoughts on the Hail Mary touchdown and postgame celebration, Jayden Daniels playing, the Caleb Williams and injury notes. HOME | Ampire Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

10-28
23:54

Joe House Talks Commanders/Wizards

The Athletic's Ben Standig talks about the Commanders logical ways, D.C.’s own Caleb Williams, buying jerseys and a mini-Wizards season preview with The Ringer's Joe House. First, Ben chats with former Titans TE Delanie Walker about his ex-teammate, Marcus Mariota, and shares the latest on Jayden Daniels's status. HOME | Ampire Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

10-24
01:06:01

Jayden or Caleb but no More Jamin

The Athletic’s Ben Standig reacts to the Commanders releasing 2021 first-round pick Jamin Davis, previews Sunday's match-up, and talks Caleb Williams and Jayden Daniels with Bears insider Kevin Fishbain. HOME | Ampire Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

10-23
47:52

Jayden is "Week to Week"

The Athletic’s Ben Standig reacts to the Jayden Daniels injury update with Team 980 host Kevin Sheehan. Thoughts on the organization's approach, Marcus Mariota stepping in and what we got right/wrong about these 5-2 Commanders. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

10-22
43:33

No Jayden No Problem as Washington Rips Carolina

The Athletic’s Ben Standig talking about another Commanders' blowout win and Jayden Daniels' rib injury. Update on the QB. Thoughts on Marcus Mariota's relief appearance. Also, defensive strides, adults in the room, Ben's wardrobe and Darrell Green's jersey retirement ceremony with friend of the podcast Adam Rubin. HOME | Ampire Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

10-21
45:10

Fantasy, Reality and More Fantasy

Ben talks to fantasy football guru Jake Ciely about Washington and league wide fantasy options mid season. HOME | Ampire Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

10-18
43:24

The National View on the Commanders 4-2 Start

The Athletic’s Ben Standig is joined by national NFL writer Mike Sando for plenty of Commanders discussion. Mike shares insight on Washington's big-picture view and why we can discuss Jayden Daniels's MVP candidacy. Ben also dives into Joe Whitt's candid talk about the defense. HOME | Ampire Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

10-18
54:53

Taking Stock of the Commanders at 4-2

The Athletic’s Ben Standig looks at the Commanders one-third of the way through the season with the Washington Post's Nicki Jhabvala. Most interesting new person. Best non-Daniels addition. Biggest concern. Replacing Jon Allen. More. HOME | Ampire Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

10-15
50:06

Commanders Suffer First Big Injury After Their Win Streak Ends

The Athletic’s Ben Standig discusses the short—and long-term effects of Jonathan Allen's season-ending injury, Jayden Daniels, Emmanuel Forbes, and the state of the Commanders following the loss in Baltimore with Al Galdi. HOME | Ampire Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

10-15
56:03

Commanders Expectations Bend but Don't Break

The Athletic’s Ben Standig wraps up the Commanders' 30-23 loss at the Ravens by running through the issues (cornerbacks, run defense), positives (Jayden Daniels held his own) and big picture. HOME | Ampire Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

10-14
26:06

Showdown in Baltimore

Ben talks to Commanders postgame host Scott Jackson about Jayden Daniels, the 4-1 Commanders and a huge matchup against the Ravens this weekend. Plus Ben gives his keys to the game. HOME | Ampire Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

10-11
44:48

Lamar Jackson, here comes Jayden Daniels

The Athletic’s Ben Standig is talking Commanders-Ravens with Ravens insider Jeff Zrebiec. On defensive strategies against Lamar Jackson (and Jayden Daniels) and how Washington trying to emulate Baltimore’s organizational strength is the big picture story. Also thoughts on the staff resting Brian Robinson. HOME | Ampire Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

10-08
55:39

Touchdowns, Tackles and Tequila, Commanders Crush Cleveland

The Athletic’s Ben Standig and Mike Smeltz reconvene to discuss the Washington Commanders 34-13 romp over the Cleveland Browns. Frankie Luvu and the defense rose up, Jayden Daniels and the offense made big plays when it mattered, and the home fans enjoyed it all.  HOME | Ampire Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

10-07
51:48

Kliff and the Kid

The Athletic’s Ben Standig breaks down the Commanders' historic offensive production next with film analyst and senior NFL writer Ted Ngyuen, ponders the Davante Adams buzz and looks at Sunday's matchup with the Browns. HOME | Ampire Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

10-04
48:44

The Commanders Are Recalibrated For Sure

he Athletic’s Ben Standig explores what the heck has gotten into these 3-1 Commanders and the meaning of "recalibration" with Mike Smeltz. HOME | Ampire Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

10-01
56:20

The Commanders Roll AZ to Move to 3-1

Ben recaps the Commanders 42-14 win over the Cardinals as Jayden Daniels continues to post absurd numbers for a rookie. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

09-30
19:00

Fox's Chris Myers Joins LMS

Fox's Chris Myers will be calling the Commanders-Cardinals game this weekend and joins Ben to preview the matchup. HOME | Ampire Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

09-27
34:23

Road Trip to AZ off a Huge Win

Commanders not sweating in Arizona The Athletic's Ben Standig traveled to sweltering Arizona State University, where the confident but focused Commanders are prepping for Sunday's game against the Cardinals. The latest on key injuries and the award-winning Jayden Daniels. Also, interviews following practice with Terry McLaurin and Tress Way.  HOME | Ampire Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

09-26
25:40

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