Podcast

Last Man Standig

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Ben Standig brings his unique insight from over a decade reporting on the Washington Commanders to "Last Man Standig." That’s the podcast and his Substack, home to his written work, mock drafts, and where he shares his league-wide access to decision-makers across the NFL.

Episodes
438
Releases
Daily
Typical length
37 min
On air since
2024
Latest episode
1 day ago

Episodes

438 episodes, newest first

  1. Winning is better than losing

    Episode 474

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    Commanders insider Ben Standig welcomes Liam Griffin to discuss Washington’s 27-10 win over the Eagles where style points were lacking but the home side got enough on the scoreboard for its first victory with Jayden Daniels in over a year. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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    23 min
  2. Win on Sunday, or...

    Episode 473

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    Commanders insider Ben Standig catches everyone up on Washington’s injury report, Steve Wilks' role, Daronte Jones teaching players and coaches, and the importance of Sunday’s home game. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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    17 min
  3. Kurt Warner, Steve Wilks' role, Eagles preview

    Episode 472

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    Commanders insider Ben Standig brings you a jam-packed episode ahead of Sunday Night Football. He explains what he's learned about consultant Steve Wilks' evolving duties with the defense. Then, Ben welcomes Pro Football Hall of Fame QB Kurt Warner for a constructive conversation on Jayden Daniels. Then, Eagles reporter Brooks Kubena enters to preview the near must-win game for both NFC East teams. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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    56 min
  4. Jayden jumps back in

    Episode 471

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    Commanders insider Ben Standig brings the news and injury notes from Ashburn, including Jayden Daniels' reflecting on the first six weeks and changes required without Terry McLaurin. Then Ben welcomes Bram Weinstein for thoughts on the new WR rotation, Jeremy McNichols, and where the defense can grow. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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    35 min
  5. Is that Antonio Williams' music?

    Episode 470

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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
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    56 min
  6. By the numbers

    Episode 469

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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.
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    58 min
  7. Pass it on

    Episode 468

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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
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    1 hr 2 min
  8. Football life with and without Terry McLaurin

    Episode 467

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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
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    1 hr 15 min
  9. Two quarters isn't enough

    Episode 466

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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.
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    16 min
  10. Roster reset + Wizards preview

    Episode 465

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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
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    47 min
  11. "I hold myself to a higher standard than that."

    Episode 464

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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
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    55 min
  12. The show goes on

    Episode 463

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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
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    54 min
  13. Upon further review

    Episode 462

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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.
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    28 min
  14. Commanders clocked

    Episode 461

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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
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    38 min
  15. Next man (to the next man to the next man) up

    Episode 460

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    Commanders insider Ben Standig on the lengthy injury report with the good (Daniels, Cosmi), down (Diggs, Cross), and positively trending (McLaurin). The Kaytron Allen confusion. Why it matters who controls the regular-season 53. 1-on-1 with starting center Lucas Patrick. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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    35 min
  16. Giant week

    Episode 459

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    Commanders insider Ben Standig is here to make sense of Washington releasing rookie RB Kaytron Allen, a very lengthy injury report, and Sunday's NFC East battle. The Associated Press' Steve Whyno joined for the latest on the 3-1 Giants, the Jameis Winston roller coaster, how John Harbaugh and Joe Schoen are meshing, and what it's like covering an NFL team in New York versus Washington. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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    37 min
  17. Logan Paulsen returns

    Episode 458

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    Commanders insider Ben Standig is joined by former NFL TE Logan Paulsen for a wide-ranging conversation. Ben ranks Adam Peters's draft picks. The 2024 draft class. Reallocating offseason spending. The IOL plan. What’s up with Bill? Does Trey Amos go back to starting? More! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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    59 min
  18. Case of the missing TE production

    Episode 457

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    Commanders insider Ben Standig and Scott Jackson reconvene for thoughts on all things London and beyond. Should Washington have gone for it on its initial fourth down? Is Austin Ekeler already RB1? What body type is best for returning kickoffs? Seriously, why doesn't the NFL hire full-time refs? Also, European interest in NFL anecdotes, David Lee Roth vs. Sammy Hagar, and the keys to beating the Giants. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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    55 min
  19. Commanders cooked by Colts and calls

    Episode 456

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    Commanders insider Ben Standig from London breaks down the penalties, the injuries and the choices that factored into Washington's 30-13 loss to the Colts. Hear from Dan Quinn on the fourth down call. The Jayden Daniels Week 5 plan. More. Also, subscribe to the Last Man Standig substack. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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    22 min
  20. Jayden out. What about Terry?

    Episode 455

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    Commanders insider Ben Standig is talking from London ahead of Sunday's game. Marcus Mariota will replace Jayden Daniels. Not a surprise. Will he have Terry McLaurin as a target? Insight into the receiver popping up on the injury report. Plus thoughts on Austin Ekeler and how they can defeat the Colts. Also, intel on what Wizards guard Bub Carrington was saying about last season's tank job. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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    34 min