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

The Athletic's Ben Standig ponders the important questions about the Washington Commanders now that the main offseason work is done with guest Mike Smeltz (The Athletic). Who are the post-draft roster winners and losers? Most confusing position? The rookie set for the biggest impact? Plus thoughts on Carson Wentz, Chase Young, UDFA signings and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Athletic's Ben Standig is back for a new post-draft episode with Nicki Jhabvala (Washington Post). They put a bow on the draft including what they liked and the head-scratchers, before moving forward toward bigger-picture topics. What are some of the next moves to consider? What can Washington expect from Curtis Samuel, who is saying he's on the right track now.? Do we make anything from the Commanders signing 13 undrafted free agents after just one in 2021? Plus the quarterbacks, play dates, and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Athletic's Ben Standig wraps up two trades, three days, seven rounds and eight picks in the 2022 NFL Draft for the Washington Commanders with The Team 980's Brendan Darr. This is an episode for the strategic thinkers out there. The fellas, both part of the national draft contest, went over each of Washington's picks starting with first-rounder Jahan Dotson. But not just the players. They talked about process (too conservative?), options along the way (wise passing on Kyle Hamilton?), and why each choice has individual merit but the overall plan fell short in spots. Also plenty on what Sam Howell means for Carson Wentz, how Washington's draft compares to the other NFC East teams and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Athletic's Ben Standig is here to recap Day 1 of the NFL Draft with David Aldridge (The Athletic).Ben opens the show with brief thoughts and notes on first-round pick Jahan Dotson and Day 1 of the NFL Draft, Then David joins to discuss Dotson's fit, Washington's choice to trade down from 11 to 16 rather than select Kyle Hamilton or Chris Olave, Carson Wentz, and tangential Terry McLaurin contract news. Plus DA dropped some NBA notes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Athletic's Ben Standig is back for one last look at the 2022 NFL Draft before Thursday's first round with The Ringer's Danny Kelly.Ben opens the show with news on the Commanders next expected to extend the contract of DT Daron Payne. What about a trade? How does this affect the draft plans? Also the latest thoughts on what happens at 11, Drake London, Chris Olave and more.Then Danny joins the fray for some draft talk via the made-up game of "Would You Rather." Like would you rather the Panthers at 6 draft a QB or take a tackle AND acquire Jimmy Garoppolo? Would you rather Washington start a draft S-OL, WR-DL or trade down? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Athletic's Ben Standig is ready to talk about the Washington Commanders and for the annual tradition of an alternating NFL mock draft with Establish The Run's Evan Silva. Ben opens the episode with thoughts on Washington's scenarios at `11. Then Evan joins as the fellas go pick-for-pick with detailed discussions on what happens at the top of the draft, quarterback scenarios, the Commanders and strategy up and down the round, Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Athletic's Ben Standig is here and ready to tackle two of his favorite subjects: The NFL Draft and the Washington Wizards with guests Dane Brugler (The Athletic) and Ava Wallace (Washington Post).Ben opens the show with a rundown on the latest involving the team including a pre-draft meeting with potential no. 1 overall selection Travon Walker and what Deebo Samuel's trade request means for Terry McLaurin.Then Ben welcomes in draft analyst Dane Brugler (12:25). What does Dane make of the wild top 10? Is Jameson Williams an overlooked consideration for Washington at 11? Also, thoughts on Kyle Hamilton, Chris Olave, Devin Lloyd, running backs, Day 3 sleepers and more.Next comes a pivot to the hardwood as Ava joins the chat to put a capper on the Wizards' chaotic season (35:20). Does the lineup hope with Bradley Beal, Kyle Kuzma and others outweigh the frustration? Are they any closer to contending? What about the future for Wes Unseld Jr., Tomas Satoransky and Rui Hachimura? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Athletic's Ben Standig makes a quick return to the podcast for chats about Terry McLaurin planning to skip the team's on-field work offseason program and the Commanders' response to Congress.Ben and Mike Smeltz discuss the football news of the day involving McLaurin, and "30" visits with Notre Dame safety Kyle Hamilton and Ohio State wide receiver Garrett Wilson. Oh, Washington also has a new head athletic trainer.Then legal analyst Daniel Wallach joins the chat for insight into the Commanders' letter to the FTC about allegations of financial improprieties (35:37). Ben and Mike close the episode with a quick reset of the Commanders' world 10 days ahead of the NFL Draft (103:20) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Athletic's Ben Standig is here to talk about the NFL Draft with NFL Films and ESPN analyst Greg Cosell!Ben opens with a round-up of the Washington Commanders' pre-draft meetings, including USC receiver Drake London heading to Ashburn, another WR meeting and a private workout with Nevada QB Carson Strong.Then Greg joins the conversation (14:25). They start with Carson Wentz and how Washington can help its new QB via the draft. Greg also offers a surprising answer to his favorite wide receiver in this class. Plus analysis on prospects Kyle Hamilton, Garrett Wilson, London, Derek Stingley, Devin Lloyd, Kenny Pickett, Troy Andersen, Carson Strong and more. There's also discussion over Cole Holcomb's future role and positional value.Ben closes the show with thoughts on next steps in the investigation into Dan Snyder and the Commanders' financial practices, and a rant about the idea of Washington drafting a QB at 11 if in love (50:12) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Athletic's Ben Standig is back for a crossover episode with Al Galdi as the fellas discuss where things stand with the Commanders' roster two weeks before the NFL Draft.After Ben and Al kibitzed on Wednesday's "Al Galdi podcast," they changed venues for a chat about which players on the roster are ready to step up; Notre Dame safety Kyle Hamilton possibly falling to 11; receivers vs. defensive backs; why so quiet on the transaction front and more.As for talk about the latest Congress investigation Dan Snyder and Washington for possible financial improprieties, Ben discusses briefly at the top but does a deep dive on "The Athletic Football Show" podcast hosted by Robert Mays. Check it out Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.