
Standig Room Only: A show about the Washington Commanders and D.C. sports
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Scott Turner and philosophical football
The Athletic's Ben Standig and former Washington head coach Jay Gruden dive into the Commanders firing offensive coordinator Scott Turner and Tuesday's season-ending press conference with Ron Rivera and Martin Mayhew. Are the Commanders truly a run-first team? QB plan? Sam Howell! Also Daron Payne, next steps and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

And with that, the Commanders' 2022 season comes to an end
The Athletic's Ben Standig puts a bow on the Commanders' regular-season finale and shares what happened on locker room cleanout day with Steve Whyno (Associated Press). Sam Howell's debut and future. Are players more motivated or frustrated heading into the offseason? Latest on Scott Turner, Antonio Gibson and the ownership situation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

That's Sam Howell's music
The Athletic's Ben Standig is here along to put a bow on the final practice week of the season, ponder Sam Howell's debut and where things went wrong with guests Jay Gruden, Matt Paras (Washington Times) and Pete Hailey (NBC Sports Washington). After Ben shares some injury updates (Antonio Gibson surgery), Jay shares his views on Carson Wentz, the offense's struggles, Then Matt and Pete breakdown the locker room mood, hopes for Howell and players we're excited to see take a leap next summer. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

QB talk and where did things go wrong?
The Athletic's Ben Standig is gearing up for the Washington Commanders' regular-season finale with Nicki Jhabvala (Washington Post). After reacting to Damar Hamlin and Monday night's frightening scene, the beat writers discuss their assessment of what led to another non-winning season for the Commanders. Any changes coming? Sam Howell's time against the Cowboys? Is this weekend's game the final one under owner Dan Snyder? What about with Daron Payne and Taylor Heinicke? Plus Ben drops some notes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

E is for eliminated
The Athletic's Ben Standig is here to unbelievably discuss the Washington Commanders being eliminated from the playoff race. What on earth? Michael Phillips (Richmond Times-Dispatch) joined the chat to tackle now what with Carson Wentz and Ron Rivera, potential big changes before next season, where things went south against the Browns, and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jay Gruden talks Carson Wentz, Taylor Heinicke and Derek Carr
The Athletic's Ben Standig is here to get everyone ready for Sunday's huge game for the Washington Commanders and discuss the new quarterback twist with Jay Gruden. After Ben opens the show with practice notes, including injury concerns in the secondary, the former Washington head coach enters the chat to share thoughts on Carson Wentz back at QB, whether Derek Carr would be worth acquiring, and keys to beating the Cleveland Browns. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Doc Walker diagnoses Commanders
The Athletic's Ben Standig is here to talk about who starts at quarterback for the Washington Commanders even if Ron Rivera isn't ready. Guest: Rick "Doc" Walker. Ben opens the show with what the head coach said about his pending QB decision and the health of Kam Curl and Antonio Gibson. Then Doc enters the chat (9:14) for his view of Washington's positioning with two weeks remaining. The fellas discuss the offensive line in regard to the QB approach, offensive identity, Sunday's celebration honoring "The Hogs" that made headlines this week, and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Commanders leave San Francisco with a loss and QB debate
The Athletic's Ben Standig dives into the Washington Commanders' 37-20 road loss to the 49ers, the change at quarterback, and Chase Young's season debut with Matt Paras (Washington Times). The fellas also discuss the defense allowing gobs of big plays without Kam Curl, and the other NFC wildcard candidates helping Washington's cause. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Happy Pro Bowlers and Jay Gruden
The Athletic's Ben Standig is here to talk about an emotional Pro Bowl selection announcement, and the Washington Commanders heading to San Francisco with Jay Gruden. Ben opens the show with news of four Pro Bowl selections including ... Jeremy Reaves! Also injury updates. Then Jay joins the conversation (16:45) to put a bow on the Giants' loss (and THAT penalty), what he would do at quarterback and how Washington slows down Kyle Shanahan's office. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Commanders' identity search
The Athletic's Ben Standig is talking about where the Commanders go from here after Sunday night's loss to the Giants with Sam Fortier (Washington Post). Ben opens the show with audio from Ron Rivera's Monday press availability as the coach discussed a potential QB switch and the team's identity. Then Sam joins (8:15) to discuss red-zone woes, those brutal penalties and the playoff chase. Ben wraps up the show with a mini-mailbag (43:55). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Commanders-Giants preview: The "someone just win" Bowl
The Athletic's Ben Standig is ready for "Sunday Night Football" and talks Giants-Commanders with The Athletic's Giants beat reporter, Charlotte Carroll. After Ben opens the show with a playoff race and injury update, he and Charlotte discuss these teams two weeks after an unexpected tie result. Radically different momentum for these sides, but have both teams exceeded pre-season expectations? We know Daniel Jones turns into a star against Washington. Why the trenches will determine the victor. Daron Payne isn't the only stud DT in play for a big raise this off-season. Who wins? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rematch
The Athletic's Ben Standig digs into the keys for the Giants-Commanders rematch and more with former Washington head coach Jay Gruden. Ben opens the show with the latest injury updates and other notes before welcoming Jay. Yes, the Oversight Committee report in which Gruden was mentioned came up. Same for how to slow down Daniel Jones on the ground, whether Washington should consider using both quarterbacks, and which players Gruden would protect ahead of an expansion draft. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Winning Sunday for Commanders
The Athletic's Ben Standig sets the table for the Washington Commanders coming off the bye week with Nicki Jhabvala (Washington Post). The Giants and Seahawks losing is great news for the Commanders. Now what? How much leash is Ron Rivera giving Taylor Heinicke? If Brock Purdy is this good, what about playing Sam Howell? Chase Young active this week? If you could redo any part of the 2022 offseason...? Are we good with the linebacker room? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Insight into the Oversight
The Athletic's Ben Standig digs into the Oversight Committee's report and talks about a myriad of current Commanders topics with 106.7's Grant Paulsen. They discussed the report's overall findings. Nuggets in the testimony of Dan Snyder and Bruce Allen, including the Trent Williams saga, who pushed for Carson Wentz and the use of private investigators. They also pondered the Taylor Heinicke-Carson Wentz debate through the prism of... Baker Mayfield? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Perception vs. Reality
No bye week for The Athletic's Ben Standig, who is here for a new episode about the Commanders with former Washington head coach Jay Gruden. After Ben opens with some injury nuggets and Chase Young thoughts, Jay arrives to ponder the key to Washington's turnaround and the main concern moving forward. They also discussed why some quarterbacks and coaches are always dinged for their flaws while others skate. Plus, Super Bowl contenders and dreaming about football in your sleep. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tie. Bye. Sigh?
The Athletic's Ben Standig doesn't know what to think after the Commanders and Giants played to a 20-20 tie Sunday afternoon in East Rutherford. Matt Paras (Washington Times) joins Ben to ponder whether this result felt more like a win or a loss; what this means for the playoff race; their identity is playing with a slim margin of error; plus Taylor Heinicke's day, Jahan Dotson's move, injuries and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Giant stakes
The Athletic's Ben Standig is talking about Sunday's Commanders-Giants game with playoff implications in the balance. Guest: Pat Leonard with the New York Daily News. Washington is favored. Should they be? Fear from both sides with Saquon Barkley. Daron Payne and Dexter Lawrence. Taylor Heinicke vs. Daniel Jones. Plus, the latest on Chase Young, Antonio Gibson, injuries, the right guard change, and whether Washington was designed to be a run-first offense. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Boomer Esiason and James Smith-Williams
The Athletic's Ben Standig is back with a guest-heavy show featuring former NFL quarterback Boomer Esiason, Commanders DE James Smith-WIlliams, and PFF salary cap analyst Brad Spielberger.Open - Ben with the latest on Chase Young and offensive line intrigue.6:40 - Ben and Boomer discuss Commanders-Giants, QB play, Heinicke-Wentz, Boomer's BMOC days with the Terps, and his partnership with FanDuel now that legalized sports gambling has come to Maryland22:05 - Ben and JSW on Washington's surge, the DL, why James likes messing with reporters, and his latest charitable endeavors during the holiday season28:04 -- Brad returns to the pod to explore Daron Payne and the potentially exploding DT market, Washington's future salary cap scenarios and paying quarterbacks Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Commanders falling forward
The Athletic's Ben Standig is back to discuss the red-hot Washington Commanders with former head coach Jay Gruden. Ben opens the episode with the latest on Chase Young and positive stats for the Ashburn 53. Then Jay enters the chat (12:55). On star athlete Tress Way. Falling (forward) for Brian Robinson. What the Giants can learn from the Falcons' run-game success. Commanders vs. NFC contenders. Big hats. Cats. Dirk Diggler. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Commanders keep on trucking
The Athletic's Ben Standig and guest Michael Phillips (Richmond Times-Dispatch) are talking about a thrilling Commanders win from FedEx Field. Rookie running back Brian Robinson smashed would-be-tacklers and broke the internet with his wild big hat. Daron Payne and Kendall Fuller combined for the game-clinching defensive play. Still, how are they doing this? Also, thoughts on the Sean Taylor memorial installation ceremony and smelling the playoffs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Random Commanders
The Athletic's Ben Standig and NBC Sports Washington's Pete Hailey fight off the day-after-Thanksgiving-dinner vibes for a random Commanders chat ahead of Sunday's game against the Falcons. Positive Chase Young news? Are the Falcons a sexier, more dangerous version of the Texans? Alpha Terry. Bigger absence: Cole Holcomb or Benjamin St-Juste? Quarterbacks, playoffs, random NFL trivia. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

True or False: The Commanders are... playoff bound?
The Athletic's Ben Standig is back for some True or False and fill-in-the-blank questions about the surging Washington Commanders with the Washington Post's Nicki Jhabvala. Most underrated player during this 5-1 stretch? Will Chase Young play before the bye week? Is Jamin Davis the most improved player this season? Are the Commanders playoff bound? Plus, Taylor Heinicke's future, team MVP, the front office's track record, and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Commanders keep 'Winning'; NFL Draft preview
The Athletic's Ben Standig is talking from Houston, where the Commanders throttled the Texans, and Taylor Heinicke was named the starter moving forward. Then we dive into the NFL Draft with The Athletic's insider Dane Brugler.Ben opens the show with insight on the 23-10 win as Washington showed no letdown after the Philly special (victory), The defense dominated in the first half -- Jon Allen and Daron Payne, whew -- while Heinicke and his playmakers moved the chains. What do we think of the QB decision?Then Ben and Dane get into the 2023 NFL Draft (18:40). Quarterbacks at the top (Caleb Williams, Bryce Young, Will Levis) and through all seven rounds. What about the offensive line talent? Plus, Dane on Sam Howell, John Ridgeway, and sleepers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jeff Bezos, Chase Young and the QB plan
The Athletic's Ben Standig is here to talk surging Commanders, Chase Young's status, Jeff Bezos and facing the Texans with former Washington head coach Jay Gruden and Michael Phillips from the Richmond Times-Dispatch. Ben and Michael begin with the latest from Ashburn, including the QB plan, whether the potential team sale means Bezos or bust, questions about Young playing this week and legalized gambling in Maryland. Then Gruden arrives (24:33) for his review of how Washington stunned Philadelphia, why Taylor Heinicke works (and doesn't), the surging defense, cold weather, RG3 and Alex Smith on TV, and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Commanders cook Eagles
The Athletic's Ben Standig is here for a late-night solo pod after the Washington Commanders stun the previously undefeated Philadelphia Eagles on Monday Night Football. There's some scene setting from a victorious locker room, winning the turnover battle, the young secondary, where things stand with the QB battle moving forward. Also here postgame sound from Taylor Heinicke and Terry McLaurin. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Attorney General, Analytics and attacking the Eagles
The Athletic's Ben Standig is getting ready for some Monday night football with Michael Phillips (Richmond Times-Dispatch) and analytics guru Ben Baldwin (The Athletic). Ben and Michael begin (3:30) with the latest legal drama involving Dan Snyder as the District's Attorney General files suit against the Commanders and the NFL, and Washington pushes back with an unfortunate statement involving Brian Robinson. There's also an unsettling Chase Young injury update, QB talk and what happens in Philly. Then it's Ben x 2. They go through Baldwin's latest graphs that offer praise for the defense and questions elsewhere. Also, did Ron Rivera make the proper analytics call with his timeout usage at the end of the Minnesota game. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jay Gruden talks Snyder, Sundays and Saturday
The Athletic's Ben Standig is back with Jay Gruden. The former Washington head coach shares his reaction to the news of Dan Snyder possibly selling the franchise and his thoughts on the Commanders' offense in the loss to the Vikings. Would he go back to Carson Wentz when possible? The Daron Payne-Jon Allen dynamic combo. What did he think of the Colts hiring a head coach with zero pro coaching experience in Jeff Saturday? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Commanders collapse; Dan Snyder's next moves
The Athletic's Ben Standig is here to explore the Snyders potentially selling the Commanders with Ben Fischer (Sports Business Journal) and Washington squandering a fourth-quarter lead to Kirk Cousins and the Vikings with Matt Paras (Washington Times).Ben and Matt open the show discussing Taylor Heinicke's costly interception, Washington's curious offensive play calling, the defense pounded Cousins, bright spots, Ron Rivera's decision-making, and more.Then Ben Fischer joins the chat (31:55) to share his latest reporting on the Snyders plan, including why the other owners might be done with Snyder. Why the signs point to a full sale, though nothing is guaranteed, for now. Timeline? Price? Is this Jeff Bezos' race to lose? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Snyders: 'We are exploring all options'
The Athletic's Ben Standig is here to discuss the massive news of the day: The Snyders might sell the Commanders. Ben also speaks with Jay Gruden about drafting Terry McLaurin, Kirk Cousins' coming back to town Sunday with the Vikings, and Taylor Heinicke's value (15:30)Along with more on the stunning Snyder news, Ben talks about Chase Young's return to practice, D.C. police updating the investigation into the attack on Brian Robinson and tons more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Logan Paulsen and Fred Smoot
The Athletic's Ben Standig is talking with guests Logan Paulsen and Fred Smoot about the William Jackson trade, an alternate Kirk Cousins universe and all things Commanders. Ben opens the show with the details of Jackson's trade to Pittsburgh before welcoming Logan. They spoke pre-trade on how the offense is different with Taylor Heinicke starting, common rationale with the Jackson and Wentz acquisitions, and what would have happened if Cousins stayed (9:32). Then Fred enters for candid thoughts on why Jackson busted with Washington, the secondary, and why Cousins is "The Wolf of Wall Street" (42:10). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"I own this city!"
The Athletic's Ben Standig recapped the Commanders' 17-16 comeback win over the Indianapolis Colts in Terry McLaurin's triumphant return home with Michael Phillips (Richmond Times-Dispatch). Plenty of positives to consider, most notably McLaurin's brilliance and the Commanders improving to 4-4 with this 3-game winning streak. And yet, there's not much in the way of style points during this surge. Can we call Washington a playoff contender? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Commanders' going streaking?
The Athletic's Ben Standig is here for a quick update and chat before Sunday's Commanders-Colts game. Ron Rivera emphatically said today Washington would not trade Antonio Gibson before Tuesday's trade deadline. What about anyone else? Meanwhile, Cole Holcomb is among those injured players out this week, a significant loss for a defense facing an unknown commodity in Colts QB Sam Ehlinger. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Buckle up for Commanders-Colts
The Athletic's Ben Standig and Colts insider Zak Keefer tackle the array of subplots ahead of Sunday's Commanders road game. Zac knows Jim Irsay well. Why does he think the Colts owner sounded off on Dan Snyder? What do the Colts think of trading Carson Wentz now that they've already benched his replacement, Matt Ryan? Who is Sam Elhinger? Keys to the game? Also, Ben with the latest on Chase Young's status, the trade deadline, and the injury report. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Commanders dump Packers; Chase Young time?
The Athletic's Ben Standig is here to break down the Commanders' 23-21 over Aaron Rodgers and the Packers, Taylor Heinicke's return, Chase Young's rehab update, and the Colts benching Matt Ryan before Sunday's game.Ben opens the episode with breaking news on Young expected to start practicing this week, Ron Rivera's day-after-game comments and Indianapolis turning to Sam Ehlinger.Then we get to Ben and the Associated Press's Steve Whyno recapping the win from FedEx Field. Heinicke and Terry McLaurin maintain their chemistry. Tress Way rules. What's behind the defense's surge? They also discuss Steve's new book out this week: "Odd Man In: Hockey's Emergency Goalies and the Wildest One-Day Job in Sports" Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jay Gruden and Joe House
The Athletic's Ben Standig is ready to talk about this crazy Commanders week and the Wizards' season-opener in real time. Guests: Former Washington head coach Jay Gruden and Joe House from "The Ringer." Ben opens the show with the latest news and notes as Taylor Heinicke takes over at quarterback. Then Ben and Jay discuss Washington's QB change, why Kirk Cousins is durable, NFL owners, how to handle the trade deadline (10:58). Then Joe joins Ben -- and they talk while watching the fourth quarter of the Wizards-Pacers game. They discuss their level of optimism, Bradley Beal's usage, what-if the Wizards' bottomed out. and every key player on the roster (45.33). They wrap up with more on the Commanders, Heinicke, and Jim Irsay (124:30). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mailbag: Does Carson Wentz's finger injury change Commanders' calculus?
The Athletic's Ben Standig updates everyone on Carson Wentz's fractured finger, offers more reaction from Thursday's win, and tackles other Commanders' topics with Mike Smeltz (The Athletic). Now that it happened, is the Wentz injury a possible long-term win-win? We cool if Taylor Heinicke starts? Any chance Sam Howell plays? Also, Ben's random (but juicy) trade idea, William Jackson, and backfield usage. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Snyder, Rants, Beating the Bears, oh my
The Athletic's Ben Standig tried his best to summarize an unreal day in Commanders land which included an ugly TNF win over the Bears and a Dan Snyder-focused report which was co-authored by our guest, ESPN's Seth Wickersham. Ben opens the show by addressing all the headlines, including the Snyder story, the 12-7 squeaker, Ron Rivera's epic rant, and the William Jackson trade-request report. Then Seth joins the chat (15:22) for the inside scoop on Snyder's alleged persuasion tactics with his fellow owners, Jerry Jones's fading support, whether Snyder is closer to losing the franchise, and much more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

'Quarterback,' Gruden, Bears
The Athletic's Ben Standig is ready to tackle an already wild week for the Commanders with former Washington coach Jay Gruden and "The Athletic's Football Show" host Robert Mays. Ben opens the show with insight into Ron Rivera's "quarterback" comment and the more important point that became overshadowed. Then it's Gruden time (14:43). What he saw on those three plays from the Titans' 2-yard line and his view of Rivera's press conference. Lastly, Ben and Robert discuss Carson Wentz's season, NFL topics and preview Commanders-Bears (43:01). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Remember (the Commanders losing to) the Titans
The Athletic's Ben Standig and Grant Paulsen (106.7 The Fan) break down the in-game and big-picture questions coming out of the Washington Commanders' 21-17 home loss to the Tennessee Titans. Those final play calls and Carson Wentz's interception from the 2-yard line. Ron Rivera's clock management. The apparent benching of William Jackson. Big days for Dyami Brown, Montez Sweat -- and Brian Robinson. What about significant changes should they lose Thursday in Chicago? All discussed. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Brian Robinson returns; Jay Gruden talks 'Code Red'
The Athletic's Ben Standig is talking about the Commanders' vibe with rookie RB Brian Robinson back at practice five weeks after being shot and where this team stands entering Week 5 with Michael Phillips (Richmond Times-Dispatch) and former Washington head coach Jay Gruden.Ben opens the show with Michael discussing Robinson's thoughts on his recovery, his potential usage, frustrated Ron Rivera, injuries to Jahan Dotson and Sam Cosmi, and Dan Snyder's presence in Dallas. Then Jay joins Ben (26:10). They discuss if 1-3 Washington faces a "code red" scenario in Week 5, what's wrong with the offense, how to fix play-action, and facing the Titans. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Commanders ship be sinking?
The Athletic's Ben Standig talks Commanders-Cowboys and with receiver-turned analyst Brandon Marshall. Ben opens the show breaking down Sunday's 25-10 loss in Dallas but spends most of the time on how Washington trying to hide Carson Wentz is a new and scary concern. Thoughts on the quarterback's showing, way too many penalties, an OL change, Jon Allen's strong showing, and more. Then Ben shares his recent conversation with Marshall (22:38) on Terry McLaurin, what NFL players say about this organization, and Brandon's "I Am Athlete" podcast with LeSean McCoy coming to D.C. this week for a live taping. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ross Tucker talks Commanders fixes, Cowboys week
The Athletic's Ben Standig is ready for Dallas week after talking with NFL analyst and former offensive lineman Ross Tucker, and Michael Phillips with the Richmond Times-Dispatch. Ross, an Eagles insider, offered tremendous insight on Carson Wentz through three games and concerns with the Commanders' pass protection. Also talked about Daron Payne, Jahan Dotson, and the QB plan. Then Ben and Michael chop it up after Thursday's practice as Washington prepares for Dallas. Defensive growth, the rivalry, dealing with Micah Parsons, turnovers, and predictions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jay Gruden on those nine sacks, dealing with Micah Parsons
The Athletic's Ben Standig is talking Commanders with former Washington head coach Jay Gruden. Ben opens the show with a reminder of why the team needed to seek outside help for the interior offensive line -- and he doesn't mean letting Brandon Scherff walk. Then Jay enters for a breakdown of those OL breakdowns against Philadelphia. How much on Carson Wentz, the linemen, play-calling, and what are the fixes with the Cowboys pass rush up next? Also, why can't they get Terry McLaurin the ball earlier in games, Jay's famous "guard" quote, and if the coaches move Kendall Fuller to the slot and Benjamin St-Juste outside. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Commanders sacked by Eagles ... and offseason choices?
The Athletic's Ben Standig and 106.7 The Fan's Grant Paulsen reconvened after watching the Commanders' 24-8 loss to the Eagles. They did so without being sacked. Carson Wentz, not so much. The fellas discussed three of Washington's pre-season concerns that turned into issues on Sunday, including Wentz under pressure, the leaky offensive line, and limited defensive depth. They also got into that Jimmy G trade report, Scott Turner's play-calling, roster construction and potential lineup changes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Carson Wentz faces Philly; Jay Gruden talks defensive breakdowns
The Athletic's Ben Standig is ready to talk Commanders entering Week 3 with former Washington head coach Jay Gruden and The Athletic's Eagles insider Bo Wulf.Ben opens the show with the latest injury news from practice. Then Jay enters the chat with a film review of Washington's Week 2 loss at Detroit. What is happening with the defense allowing so many explosive plays? Also, Jahan Dotson's strong start, the one time Jay thought he might get fired, and watching games at a sports bar.Then Ben and Bo break down Sunday's matchup at FedEx Field with a focus on the Carson Wentz journey, Jalen Hurts' development and keys to the game (35:20) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Commanders run over in the Motor City
The Athletic's Ben Standig recaps the Washington Commanders' 36-27 road loss to the Detroit Lions live from Ford Field with Matt Paras (Washington Times). Plenty of talk about the defense allowing one chunk play after another and starting painfully slow in all three phases during a 22-0 first half. Also, thoughts on Carson Wentz, Jamin Davis, Daron Payne, and more injuries on both lines. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jay Gruden talks Commanders
The Athletic's Ben Standig kicks off Week 2 of the NFL season with former Washington head coach -- and weekly guest this season -- Jay Gruden! We'll also hear from Commanders safety Jeremy Reaves.Ben opens the episode with the latest from practice, including an appearance by Brian Robinson, Kam Curl's status, the new defensive lineman, and Reaves on the receiving room revolution during his five seasons.Then it's Gruden time (12:00). Jay shares his views on Carson Wentz's debut and Washington's pass rush. He also breaks down Jahan Dotson's first touchdown catch and why Jamin Davis defended Christian Kirk at times. Plus Lions preview, Super Bowl contenders and what Broncos coach Nathaniel Hackett was thinking on that end-of-game call.(Forgot to mention in the episode that Jon Allen (groin) was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice, but that seems like a precaution.) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Commanders take the good, the bad and the win
The Athletic's Ben Standig and David Aldridge recap the Washington Commanders' Week 1 win over the Jacksonville Jaguars. Carson Wentz's roller coaster ride lived up to the hype. Same for rookie receiver Jahan Dotson's hands and poise. Plus Darrick Forrest, Scott Turner, Curtis Samuel, injuries and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Carson Wentz
The Athletic's Ben Standig kicks off Week 1 of the Commanders' season with quarterback Carson Wentz. Hear a portion of their conversation about the genesis of his resiliency, starting over with the Commanders, fighting his on-field impulses and more (6:18). For more, read Ben's Wentz feature on The Athletic.Then the Associated Press's Steve Whyno joins the chat to preview Jaguars-Commanders. Also, the latest on Kam Curl, Logan Thomas and Brian Robinson. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Commanders season preview with Kevin Sheehan and Grant Paulsen
The Athletic's Ben Standig is back to ponder all things Washington Commanders entering the 2022 season with two of the most respected voices in town: The Team 980's Kevin Sheehan and 106.7 The Fan's Grant Paulsen.Ben opens the show with injury updates on Kam Curl, Logan Thomas and Brian Robinson.Then Kevin and Grant join the discussion to discuss the vibe around the Commanders, Carson Wentz, Jamin Davis, Ron Rivera's plan, Ben's agent survey, what it will take for disengaged fans to return, record predictions, and much more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.