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

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With Commanders' sale approaching, when will extension talks resume? Jul 17, 2023

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The Athletic's Ben Standig is back to talk about an array of Washington Commanders' topics with Matt Paras (Washington Times) and Nicki Jhabvala (Washington Post). After some brief remarks on the latest with this week's owners' vote on the sale, the group ponders how aggressive the team gets with extension talks whenever the sale happens. When will we know if Sam Howell clinches QB1? Also, the rookies and more.

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Stadium needs and those Gruden e-mails Jul 12, 2023

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The Athletic's Ben Standig is back to talk about the Washington Commanders' stadium scenarios, how those Jon Gruden e-mail leaks hurt Dan Snyder, Kam Curl's place among the best safeties and more. Michael Phillips from the Richmond Times-Dispatch joins the conversation (24:10) for thoughts on the various stadium options and what a new building should have for fans and viewers.

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Commanders in the trenches Jul 03, 2023

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The Athletic's Ben Standig is back talking Washington Commanders' lines with "Trench Warfare" founder Brandon Thorn. Ben opens by reporting on Josh Harris's initial staffing plans for Jason Wright upon taking over the team, and a change in Washington's analytics department. Then Brandon enters to explain his new "True Pressure Rate" metric for pass rushers before discussing Jonathan Allen's production, Montez Sweat and Chase Young, Andrew Wylie's level and the offensive line overall.

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Kevin Sheehan returns Jun 27, 2023

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The Athletic's Ben Standig is talking Commanders and Josh Harris with the Team 980's Kevin Sheehan. Ben opens with thoughts on the difference between how the local and national media view Washington's offensive playmakers. Then Kevin enters to chat about our perception of Harris the owner independent of Dan Snyder and the mass uncertainty across all the D.C. sports franchises to the point that declaring which team has the best shot at winning a title next seems impossible to answer.

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Commanders explosive offense? Who's on the Wizards? Jun 23, 2023

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The Athletic's Ben Standig is talking Sam Howell's opportunity and the revamped Wizards with Mike Smeltz (The Athletic) and Joe House (The Ringer). Ben and Mike dive into the Commanders' offense, Howell's promise and "The Playcallers" narrative podcast that includes stories from Sean McVay and those other former Mike Shanahan assistants (3:20). Then Joe arrives to help evaluate everything the Wizards have done this week including blowing up their roster, acquiring Jordan Poole, adding numerous interesting assets -- and becoming interesting. (39:20)

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Steve Russ on linebackers; Wizards reboot Jun 21, 2023

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The Athletic's Ben Standig is talking about the Commanders' off-season and the Wizards' rebuild. The lineup:

*Josh Harris goes into business with Joe Gibbs; What about in-season "Hard Knocks"?

*Washington LB coach Steve Russ on Jamin Davis, Khaleke Hudson's growth, and why the staff felt comfortable bringing back last year's reserves (even if many aren't!)

*Ben on the horrors and realities with the Bradley Beal trade; NBA draft targets at 8

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David Aldridge talks Josh Harris, Bradley Beal, Michael and Magic Jun 16, 2023

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The Athletic's Ben Standig and David Aldridge join forces to discuss Josh Harris as an NBA and future NFL owner. How Michael Jordan selling the NBA's Hornets educates us on the process for Harris and his 20 limited partners. Also, Magic Johnson's Commanders role, Eric Bieniemy's offense, and the fear of another slow start under Ron Rivera. They also talk Wizards ponder Bradley Beal trade options and David's favorite prospects for the Wizards ahead of next week's NBA draft. Oh, and Ben opens the show addressing the Kareem Hunt rumor.

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The QB Whisperer Jun 13, 2023

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The Athletic's Ben Standig puts a bow on the Washington Commanders' off-season program with Nicki Jhabvala (Washington Post). Topics include new QB coach Tavita Pritchard working with Sam Howell, timeline for the franchise sale, appreciation for Jack Del Rio's defense, using available salary cap space, and off-season program MVP. Also, what about "Hard Knocks?"

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Minicamp takeaways with Logan Paulsen Jun 09, 2023

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The Athletic's Ben Standig is back and talking Commanders' mini-camp with analyst Logan Paulsen. Ben opens with news and notes from Thursday's practice. Then Logan arrives for a deep dive into everything they've seen to date. Of course plenty of Sam Howell/QB competition and Eric Bieniemy thoughts. Why the real secondary position battle doesn't include Emmanuel Forbes? Also, the next step for Chase Young, camp surprises and concerns. Which player had the best camp? More.

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Jahan Dotson Jun 05, 2023

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The Athletic's Ben Standig is talking Commanders with Jahan Dotson and Michael Phillips (Richmond Times-Dispatch). Dotson headed a football camp for kids this weekend, and Ben was among a small number of media members there to ask the WR about Eric Bieniemy's offense, his offseason training, rookie defensive backs and trash-talking campers (7:35). Then Ben and Michael shared OTA observations, and previewed this week's mini-camp (20:28).

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