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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.

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#445
Today · 23 min
Brace yourself
Commanders insider Ben Standig solo pod's his reaction to Jayden Daniels elbow injury updates, whether surgery is an option and if the QB should have worn a brace on that previous injured elbow. Plus, Nick Cross was hospitalized Sunday night (he returned to Virginia on Monday), updates on Cosmi, Kinlaw, Coleman, another round of coverage breakdowns.
#444
Yesterday · 28 min
Not again
Commanders insider Ben Standig with the reaction from Dallas, where Washington falls to 0-2 on the season but loses Jayden Daniels to another elbow injury. Martenzie Johnson joins to discuss Daniels, defensive struggles and what comes next.
#443
Saturday · 24 min
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.
#442
Thursday · 40 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.
#441
Wednesday · 51 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.
#440
September 15 · 20 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.
#439
September 14 · 30 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.
#438
September 12 · 1 hr 7 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.
#437
September 11 · 24 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.
#436
September 10 · 23 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!
#435
September 9 · 47 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.
#434
September 8 · 34 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.
#433
September 3 · 22 min
Injury list shrinks
Commanders insider Ben Standig is talking about the return of K'Lavon Chassion to practice and the understanding that Odafe Oweh could join him next week. Play in Week 1? TBD. Ben also shares the interest in what one player said about the offense shifting from Kingsbury's scheme to Blough's.
#432
September 1 · 26 min
Moving parts
Commanders insider Ben Standig breaks down the latest moves on the 53-player roster and the newly-formed practice squad, along with takeaways from Monday's press conference with Dan Quinn and Adam Peters. Thoughts on the still-unclear center plan, which injured players returned to practice and what it means that Odafe Oweh didn't.
#431
August 30 · 28 min
The 53 is here (but not written in pen)
Commanders insider Ben Standig shares his takeaways after Washington trimmed its roster to 53 players. Trey Amos will miss at least the opening month. The center slots remain unsettled. All six rookies and two UDFAs remain, as does Luke McCaffrey. Three corners?
#430
August 29 · 16 min
On to the 53
Commanders insider Ben Standig watched the unsightly preseason finale and now has more questions about Washington's roster decisions ahead of Sunday's cutdown day. Thoughts on Trey Amos' status, Kaliakmanis' chances, WR7, Fabian Moreau's late push and more.
#429
August 28 · 45 min
Commanders reality and football fantasy
Commanders insider Ben Standig sets the stage for Friday's preseason finale in Baltimore by highlighting players and roster battles to watch. Thoughts on Athan Kaliakmanis, the rise of Antonio Williams, Jaden Bradley, UCLA linebackers, and OL depth concerns further illuminated by Wednesday's joint practice struggles. Then Ben welcomes the ultimate fantasy football guru, John Hansen of Fantasy Points, to help you prep for your upcoming drafts and the NFL season ahead. Topics include QB strategy,
#428
August 27 · 37 min
Disjointed
Ben recaps a rough day at the Commanders joint practice with the Ravens with Liam Griffin from the Washington Times.
#427
August 26 · 18 min
Everyone, make some noise for the new D.J.
Commanders insider Ben Standig has the latest on Washington's roster changes. Safety Will Harris is out. Former Cardinals Pro Bowl offensive tackle D.J. Humphries is in. Which roster bubble players need a strong showing in Baltimore this week?
#385
August 25 · 20 min
D is for disarray
Commanders insider Ben Standig with the latest from Ashburn as Washington preps for this week's joint practice and preseason finale against the Ravens. Dan Quinn's disappointed reaction following a review of Saturday's game in Detroit. Bill and others are out this week with injuries, while no centers are coming in. Check out Ben's latest 53-player projection on Lastmanstandig.substack.com.

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