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

The Athletic's Ben Standig returns for a new episode amid the tragic news of Dwayne Haskins's death over the weekend. Ben opens the episode with some initial thoughts on the shocking story.There's no easy transition, but Ben welcomes Yahoo Sports' NFL Draft analyst Eric Edholm to the podcast (6:12). They discuss the mock draft uncertainty with the top 10, draft tells from certain teams, Drake London vs. Chris Olave, Kyle Hamilton possibly at 11, Day 2 options and a late-round QB option.Then more on the life and passing of Haskins with NBC Sports Washington's Brian McNally including reaction to the initial reporting and how all of us can do just a little bit better (43:10).Plus a quick note on the Commanders re-signing K Joey Slye at the end. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Athletic's Ben Standig wraps up the week in Commanders football with The Team 980's Brendan Darr and shares audio from his recent chat with ESPN NFL Draft Todd McShay.**Reminder: You can hear Ben's entire first-round mock draft episode on The Athletic. Subscriber's only.**Ben opens the show with news: KR DeAndre Carter is leaving for a free-agent deal with the Chargers. Not a massive loss, but this only adds to the confusion with free agency as Washington remains passive, but there are plenty of moves remaining on the table. Ben also discusses the top 30 draft visits.Brendan joins the chat (9:45) to weigh in on the slow-moving free agency and whether this is another sign of players not wanting to join the Commanders. The fellas also get into the positives with Carson Wentz and debate Washington's options at 11 including Chris Olave and Kyle Hamilton, and why DE Jermaine Johnson is a name to track.Then Ben and McShay talk rookie quarterbacks, intrigue with Desmond Ridder and whether Wentz moves the needle (41:05) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Athletic's Ben Standig is back with two guests: The Athletic's sports business insider Dan Kaplan and ESPN NFL prognosticator Mike Clay.Ben opens the show with notes on his new story about Terry McLaurin's extension talks -- go read in full on The Athletic -- and plans for his subscriber's only first-round mock draft.Then Dan Kaplan shares his reporting on allegations of financial improprieties by a former Commanders employee to Congress. Tread lightly with any excitement over Dan Snyder's status, but this story is far from over (6:50).Them some actual football talk with Mike Clay (27:44), whose early math on the 2022 season bodes well for Washington. For real. The fellas also discuss how to make sense of Carson Wentz's positive stats vs. negative perception; Wentz's impact on McLaurin; defensive hope; the WR draft class, and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Athletic's Ben Standig is back with The Athletic's Colts insider, Zak Keefer.Ben opens with his thoughts and reporting on the latest reports focused on Commanders owner Dan Snyder, the team's finances and where this story is headed. Also, an update on the next stadium including timeframes and locations.Then Zak joins the pod (14:58) for the second time since Washington acquired Wentz. Why? Colts owner Jim Irsay delivered pointed on-the-record comments about Wentz's era and exit during the owners' meetings. There are some concerns for sure, but is Indianapolis perhaps overcompensating for its failures last season with this constant need to knock its ex-QB? We discuss all that and more.Plus Ben announces a new pod event. Think mock draft. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Athletic's Ben Standig is talking about the Washington Commanders from West Palm Beach, Florida, the site of the annual NFL owners' meetings, with Michael Phillips (Richmond Tines-Dispatch).At the top, Ben gives his overview of the scene as reporters walk the same halls inside the opulent Breakers resort as owners, general managers, coaches, the NFL commissioner and other league notables. There's also Washington football to discuss including Terry McLaurin's contract. the new middle linebacker plan and Dan Snyder's status.Then Michael gets on the line (14:43) for a further breakdown of what Goodell said about Snyder's present and future. They also discussed Rivera's view of why he thinks players want to join Washington even though there's little proof of that based on the team's moves this offseason; the Colts continue to pile on Carson Wentz; plus a bunch of additional roster/team/scene notes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Athletic's Ben Standig is ready for a deeper dive into the 2022 NFL Draft with ESPN draft analyst Jordan Reid and The Athletic's Ohio State insider Bill Landis.Ben opens the show catching everyone up on the latest signings, remaining roster holes, new stadium dynamics, and this week's NFL owner's meetings in Florida.Then ESPN's Jordan Reid joins the chat from the site of Malik Willis's pro day (13:43). The fellas discuss Washington's options at 11 including USC receiver Drake London. Plus what happens with a hypothetical trade-down, quarterbacks, and Jordan's favorite prospects outside of round one.Ben then closes out the episode with a visit to Ohio State. That's where Ron Rivera was on Wednesday. Bill Landis shares his insight into projected first-round receivers Garrett Wilson and Chris Olave along with other Buckeye prospects. In addition, Bill observed Rivera making a beeline for Olave, and noted Washington and other teams received a look at arguably the first pick in the '23 draft, QB C.J. Stroud (22:18). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Athletic's Ben Standig is back and ready to discuss the latest with the Commanders and the scene from QB prospect Malik Willis' pro day at Liberty University. Guest: Michael Phillips, Richmond Times-Dispatch plus audio from Willis's post-practice press conference.Ben opens the show with notes/updates on Washington's free agency focus plus takeaways from league sources following the Willis pro day.Then Michael joins the discussion. The fellas discuss what Willis displayed on and off the field at Liberty with two NFL head coaches, several general managers and reps from all 32 teams watching. They pondered whether Washington is still in the QB game, the Carson Wentz trade in light of Matt Ryan to the Colts, next offseason moves, stadium buzz, Anheuser-Busch dropping its sponsorship with Washington.Ben also plays clips from Willis's press conference (34:48) before wrapping up the episode. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Athletic's Ben Standig is back for more offseason Commanders talk with radio legend Scott Jackson. The fellas share their thoughts on Washington's lull in free agency and possible next steps. Plus first impressions from Carson Wentz's introductory press conference, Ron Rivera's comments to Ben about QB in round one, DL depth, and Bills GM Brandon Beane calling out the Commanders following the J.D. McKissic signing reversal. Plus some Wizards/Westbrook trade talk near the end. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Athletic's Ben Standig is right back on the mic with guest Nicki Jhabvala (Washington Post) after a bonkers day with the Washington Commanders.Ben opens the show with a quick transactional recap including J.D. McKissic changing his mind to and staying with the Commanders, multiple surprise releases (Matt Ioannidis?) and angry agents.Then Nicki enters the fray (7:45). Topics include moving on from Ioannidis and Ereck Flowers. Is the team making these post-Carson Wentz trade moves with a plan or haphazardly? There are also some positives like McKissic and Cam Sims staying. Plus Ben and Nicki ponder what the team does with their new cap space -- and react to live breaking news! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Athletic's Ben Standig is ready to recap the first two days of NFL free agency -- and talk more about Carson Wentz. with Eagles insider Zach Berman (The Athletic)Ben opens the show with analysis of the Commanders' start to free agency including Bobby McCain staying and J.D. McKissic's curious exit. Plus notes on Brandon Scherff, next steps and what Mitch Trubisky to the Steelers suggests about the Wentz trade (1:45)Speaking of Wentz, Zach explains what worked well for the quarterback during his heights with the Eagles, where it went so wrong and how Washington can help (14:20) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.