Last Man Standig
Last Man Standig
Ampire Media, Bleav
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.
1-1 is much better than 0-2
Commanders insider Ben Standig with his final keys for Washington’s Week 2 matchup in Dallas. How to overcome no Luvu, Okonkwo. Battle of the rookie green-dot dudes. Dak is a Washington nightmare, but Jayden Daniels in full is quite scary as well.
Sep 19
24 min
It's Cowboys Week, If you care...
Commanders insider Ben Standig reflects on Jayden Daniels' appreciation for football, whether Tyler Owens has safety reps in his near future, roster changes and more. Liam Griffin is along for the ride, including what a 2026 Washington-Dallas game really means.
Sep 17
40 min
Chow down
Commanders insider Ben Standig and Mitch Tischler put a bow on Washington's Week 1 performance, covering Jayden Daniels, line play, what they think will carry over and which concerns are most pressing. Plus, they offer a brief statistical comparison from the previous two years and suggest cities to live in based on the most prominent food options.
Sep 16
51 min
Pointed reaction and following breadcrumbs
Commanders insider Ben Standig delivers some day-after thoughts following Washington's Week1 loss, with an emphasis on Dan Quinn calling out Mike Sainristil's "not acceptable" defensive lapses and highlighting Sonny Styles' blitzing upside. There's also injury talk, Tyler Owens turns into a superhero, and locker room reaction from K'Lavon Chaisson. Check out Ben's written work, including the eight annual NFL Agent Survey, on LastManStandig.Substack.com.
Sep 15
20 min
The little things
Commanders insider Ben Standig and Liam Griffin (Washington Times) break down Washington's 24-22 opening-game loss at Philadelphia. The two-point try that failed and the one that never happened. That hyped defensive aggression showed up. Any notion of a calamitous offensive line did not. More on Jayden Daniels, Sonny Styles, Stefon Diggs, leaky pass coverage and where things go from here.
Sep 14
30 min
Commanders season and Week 1 preview
Commanders insider Ben Standig and Ethan Cadeaux dig into all angles heading into the 2026 season and Week 1 opener in Philly. Jayden Daniels' revenge tour. The Stefon Diggs effect. Sack and interception leaders. What the fellas fear and overlooked angles. Pro Bowlers. Keys vs. Eagles. Season-long NFL predictions.
Sep 12
1 hr 7 min
Going a-Way
Commanders insider Ben Standig on Daron Payne being added to the injury report, Amik Robertson's Commanders debut and Tress Way sharing that he is "pretty sure" he will retire after the season.
Sep 11
24 min
Away we go
Commanders insider Ben Standig shares the latest injury updates (some good news), the locker room vibe, how Jayden Daniels deals with all the talk around him. Plus, Ben discusses his 8th annual NFL agent survey -- go read!
Sep 10
23 min
Flying into Eagles week
Commanders insider Ben Standig is joined by Eagles thinker Fran Duffy (All City) to preview the Week 1 matchup. Jayden Daniels and Jalen Hurts. Philly's defensive front against Washington’s OL. Small vs. small when the Eagles throw to receivers. More.
Sep 9
47 min
The sun is shining
Commanders insider Ben Standig opens Week 1 talking with Kevin Sheehan about what is right with Washington. Ben also updates a notable practice squad signing and Dan Quinn's captain switcheroo.
Sep 8
34 min
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