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

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 best camp day. Then Mike joins the chat (13:10) in person from Ashburn to discuss his QB tiers article, where Wentz fits and what league insiders think of Washington. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 best receiver of the last 20 years, how he would game plan for Wentz and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 offensive line, Chase Young, roster sleepers and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 Gandy-Golden's surprise retirement, Chase Roullier returning and plenty more from two days of camp.Then it's on to Capitol Hill. What do we make of the two sides coming to an agreement on Snyder testifying without a subpoena? What should we expect from the hearing? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 Roullier and Logan Thomas? Is Washington gonna add defensive depth soon? What about Rivera's comments on 2022 expectations?Then Aaron enters the discussion (18:20) for the analytics view of Washington. Why the defense is poised for better days. The marriage of Carson Wentz and Scott Turner. Terry McLaurin's value and NFC East talk. Listen and get smarter. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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's good that Tress Way is NOT the team MVP anymore; where optimism exists and lingering concerns. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 fantasy top 10 picks, rookies and players to target (4:32)Then a more traditional conversation on the team's outlook with Dalton (Surviving Snyder podcast). Is even a hint of optimism warranted considering past results? If yes, how much of that is based on the Wentz-Mclaurin upside? Also, the execution under Jason Wright, Jamin Davis's development and some random thoughts on "Big Brother." Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 Commanders and his new column about how in this era of sports, loyalty is always up for sale (17:55). Ben eventually connects the discussion involving college sports, the LIV Tour and other current shifts to the Commanders fan base's frustration with Dan Snyder (48:05). From there the fellas dive into the team as Jerry sees a huge year for Terry McLaurin and needs to see lots more from others including Jamin Davis. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 Stephanie enters the chat (15:30) for the latest on whether Snyder will testify before the Oversight Committee and under what circumstances. What's the end game for both sides? Should Congress drop the subpoena talk? How long can Snyder stay on his mega yacht?From there Ben and Joe, two DMV natives, discuss the Commanders and Wizards (35:54). They start with the Commanders' on-field vibe two weeks before training camp (some optimism!) even with the polarization around Carson Wentz. Then it's all about the Wizards starting with those amusing comments from Leonsis following the re-signing of Bradley Beal. Also Johnny Davis's struggles (Ben was at Summer League), and where hope exists. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.