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

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

Author: Ben Standig Language: English Episodes: 100
For fans of the Washington Commanders and the broader D.C. sports scene, Standig Room Only offers a consistent, informed voice amid the constant noise. Ben Standig of The Athletic navigates the weekly chaos, from the draft room to the final whistle, providing clarity on the team's ever-evolving narrative. This podcast digs into the roster decisions, the coaching strategies, and the off-field developments that define each season, all with the context and access only a seasoned beat reporter can provide. But the conversation doesn't stop at the NFL. The show regularly branches out to capture the essential stories from across the capital's competitive landscape, whether it's the Wizards, Capitals, Nationals, or the resurgent local college programs. It’s a comprehensive audio destination for anyone invested in the fortunes of D.C. athletics. Listeners will find a mix of immediate post-game reactions, deep-dive analysis with fellow experts, and interviews that go beyond the standard soundbite. The tone is straightforward and engaged, mirroring the passion of the fanbase while prioritizing substance over hype. Tune in for a reliable breakdown of what just happened and, more importantly, what it means for what comes next. You can find this podcast on various platforms for your regular sports fix.
Episodes
Ben Sinnott and Commanders' defense analysis [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 39:35
The Athletic's Ben Standig is here with the latest from Commanders training camp:Notes from recent practices on Jayden Daniels, Benjamin St-Juste, tackle rotation (2:05)1-on-1 interview with rookie TE Ben Sinnott (15:12)…
The pads are out [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:17:42
The Athletic's Ben Standig is talking about the Commanders' first training camp practice with pads via a position-by-position deep dive into what's happening with the offense. Jayden Daniels and the QB room. Austin Ekele…
David Aldridge talks Commanders' camp, Olympics hoops [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 30:01
The Athletic's Ben Standig talks about Commanders' training camp and more with David Aldridge. Their assessment of Jayden Daniels, what the exciting quarterback means for the D.C. sports scene, and the organization inves…
Day 1: Commanders training camp begins [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 43:18
The Athletic's Ben Standig is ready to rumble -- or at least discuss the start of Commanders training camp with Nicki Jhabvala (Washington Post). After Ben opens with notes on a slimmer Jonathan Allen and physical change…
Terry McLaurin and Commanders training camp preview [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:23:05
The Athletic's Ben Standig is ready to preview the start of training camp this week with Terry McLaurin and his colleague, Mike Smeltz. Ben opens with thoughts on 49ers' WR -Jayden Daniels' college teammate - Brandon Aiy…
Commanders' fantasy reality [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:29:46
The Athletic's Ben Standig is back from Vegas and talking about Commanders football, real and fantasy:*Why Washington hired former Panthers GM Scott Fitterer (3:20)*There's a market survey in the field asking (me and oth…
Brian Mitchell [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 35:46
The Athletic's Ben Standig is back talking Commanders with Brian Mitchell (106.7 The Fan). Who better to discuss the NFL's new kick return rules and how Washington can attack the changes than arguably the greatest kick r…
On the defensive [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 36:27
The Athletic's Ben Standig is back to break down the Commanders' defense. In part two of his chat with film analyst Mark Bullock, the guys discuss the unit's potential growth under the new coaching staff and how the sche…
Commanders embracing analytics [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 33:40
The Athletic's Ben Standig is talking about the Commanders and analytics with ESPN's Seth Walder -- and fresh changes made in the department. Ben opens with a reaction to Eugene Shen's departure after only eight months a…
Commanders' offense analysis: Jayden Daniels [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:02:16
The Athletic's Ben Standig is back for a deep dive on the Commanders roster with film analyst Mark Bullock. Part one focuses on the offense. The best of Jayden Daniels and the sacks discussion. Puncher's chance at left t…