Last Man Standig

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Is that Antonio Williams' music? Oct 27, 2026

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Commanders insider Ben Standig reflects on what Dan Quinn said during Monday's press conference about injuries, the offense needing to settle on a plan, and why Antonio Williams is the one to watch after Terry McLaurin's injury. Then Ben welcomes The Ringer's Bryan Curtis to the podcast. The fellas discuss upcoming musical chairs in the main NFL booths, the sad NFC East, Quinn's past couple of weeks and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

By the numbers Oct 26, 2026

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Commanders insider Ben Standig jumps back into the fray following the bye week. After some notes entering Week 8, Ben welcomes ESPN analytics analyst Seth Walder for a data deep dive. What the numbers show about the offensive line (run blocking, woof) and Jayden Daniels' time to throw; pass rushers Odafe Oweh and K'Lavon Chaisson; Sonny Styles standing out; NFC East favorite. Also, Ben has a new Wizards podcast on 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.

Pass it on Oct 23, 2026

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Commanders insider Ben Standig takes the bye week to dig into Jayden Daniels' performances, David Blough's plans, the NFC East quarterbacks and NFL trends with The Athletic's Derrik Klassen. What's working with Daniels, and where can the coaches help him further. Why not add a former coordinator to help the offense? The intentional grounding play design. Working around the OL. Future offensive-minded head coaches. J.J., Dak and Tanner McKee. Trade for Brian Thomas? More. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Football life with and without Terry McLaurin Oct 21, 2026

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Commanders insider Ben Standig settles into bye week life with Mike Smeltz. What now with Terry McLaurin and the WR room? Is the record more on coaching or talent? Is the trend on the upswing after the MNF finish? Early trade deadline thoughts. Plus, Ben wraps up the episode with some Wizards thoughts ahead of the season opener. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Two quarters isn't enough Oct 20, 2026

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Conmanders insider Ben Standig recaps Washington’s 23-17 loss at San Francisco and the "significant" knee injury feared for Terry McLaurin. The late rally falls short but it was the slow start that did them in. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Roster reset + Wizards preview Oct 17, 2026

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Commanders insider Ben Standig takes a look at Washington’s lengthy injury list by going through the status of each position group and recaps David Blough’s turn at the mic. Bill out against 49ers? Cross/safeties trending toward returning. The George Kittle problem. Then Greg Finberg joined Ben from Wizards practice to discuss Dybantsa, Davis and more ahead of Wednesday's season opener. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

"I hold myself to a higher standard than that." Oct 15, 2026

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Commanders insider Ben Standig recaps the day in Ashburn as Jayden Daniels spoke for the first time since Sunday's surreal conclusion. Injury updates, including some hopeful ones. Then Ben welcomes former Washington head coach Jay Gruden to discuss Daniels and the end-game sequence, as well as the operation and where the Commanders can improve. They also discussed Dan Quinn's future, David Blough's first few weeks as a coordinator, why defensive growth isn't that far away and much more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The show goes on Oct 14, 2026

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Commanders insider Ben Standig discusses David Blough's play calling, in-game adjustments, and his role in Sunday's final play. Dan Quinn's future. Brand downturn. Why locker-room culture needs to shift toward accountability. At least the defense is dictating terms of engagement. All of this and more with Mike Smeltz. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Upon further review Oct 13, 2026

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Commanders insider Ben Standig dives back into Sunday’s end of game fiasco with day after thoughts. Dan Quinn's focus at Monday press conference provided insight. Jayden Daniels. David Blough. Coverage breakdowns. Injuries. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Commanders clocked Oct 12, 2026

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Commanders insider Ben Standig is joined by Liam Griffin for an attempt at understanding how Washington lost its way into an overtime tie with New York. Jayden Daniels doesn't clock the ball in the closing seconds. Blowing a 14-point lead. Positives exist but that's not the story. But what is the story with the Adam Schefter writing about Daniels eventually needing surgery? 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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