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3.24.23 Ben Standig, The Athletic, on the Commanders' sale process and how it'll be handled at NFL owner's meetings, and what the team should do with Chase Young. Dalen Cuff, ESPN, on the NCAA Tournament and best plays to make for Friday's Sweet 16 matchup. Kevin's Friday night Smell Test.
3.24.23 Ben Standig, The Athletic, on the Commanders' sale process and how it'll be handled at NFL owner's meetings, and what the team should do with Chase Young.
Standig Room Only: A show about the Washington Football Team and D.C. sports
The Athletic's Ben Standig is talking about the Commanders' ownership buzz, roster improvement and the overlooked first-round draft consideration with 106.7 The Fan's Grant Paulsen. Thoughts on Ben's new Commanders-only mock draft; potential new billionaire bidder from north of the border; new owner to-do list; decision timeline; whether Washington has improved since free agency opened; and why defensive end cannot be ruled out at 16.
Kevin started the show with new Commanders' sale news reported earlier today by ESPN. Ben Standig jumped on to talk more "football" than "sale". Tim Murray called in to help handicap the "Sweet 16". And DC Touchdown Club/Military Bowl Chair Steve Beck was a guest to discuss a star-studded event in town on April 13th that will include Steve Spurrier, Dexter Manley, Scott Van Pelt and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Standig Room Only: A show about the Washington Football Team and D.C. sports
The Athletic's Ben Standig is focused on the Commanders' ownership and business with Sportico's Eben Novy-Williams and Sports Business Journal's John Ourand. Ben and Eben discuss all angles of the potential franchise sale, including a realistic timeline, a lurking Jeff Bezos and how Magic Johnson could help public frontrunner Josh Harris become the next owner (8:55). Then Ben and John on the Commanders-NBCSW breakup, and what business opportunities (host an NFL Draft?) exist for Washington if Snyder sells (35:10). Plus, Cam Sims is moving on.
3.20.23 Ben Standig, The Athletic, on the wild rumors of Dan Snyder selling this weekend and the moves the Commanders could still make in free agency. Kevin shares his thoughts on the round of 32 games in the NCAA Tournament. Kevin reacts to news of Xavier Head Coach Ed Cooley's Rhode Island house being put on the market.
3.20.23 Ben Standig, The Athletic, on the wild rumors of Dan Snyder selling this weekend and the moves the Commanders could still make in free agency.
Standig Room Only: A show about the Washington Football Team and D.C. sports
The Athletic's Ben Standig is a little cranky and very pumped to discuss the potential Commanders' ownership change and one week of free agency with Matt Paras (Washington Times). Ben opens the show with his report over the weekend about why a key date in newly-signed player contracts might offer a sales timeline and also drops a PSA on deciphering all the buzz. Then Matt joins (17:58) for more owner talk, the QB plan and what's next. Bonus: Bobby Bancroft (SB Nation) makes a surprise appearance for some Georgetown coaching search banter (58:30)
3.17.23 Ben Standig, The Athletic, on Jacoby Brissett's press conference and what he anticipates Brissett's role will be. Martin Houston, Tide 100.9, previews Alabama-Maryland and how Alabama is handling the external noise. Kevin gives his Day 2 Smell Test and Denton gives his best bets.
3.17.23 Ben Standig, The Athletic, on Jacoby Brissett's press conference and what he anticipates Brissett's role will be. Ben discusses other potential offseason moves the Commanders will make.
1:12 - Not My Beat: Logan Paulsen on John Matsko's departure + the Commanders FA signings 20:26 - Guest: Ben Standig on JD McKissic being released + Jeremy Reaves tendered 33:51 - Guest: Ben Standig on the Commanders plan for their backup QB position
Standig Room Only: A show about the Washington Football Team and D.C. sports
The Athletic's Ben Standig is talking about a busy opening day for the Commanders with Matt Paras (Washington Times) and Michael-Shaun Dugar (The Athletic's Seahawks insider). Ben and Matt open the episode with thoughts on the new OL additions, their impact on Sam Cosmi, defensive newcomers, quarterback options and Daron Payne. Then Mike shares insight on LB Cody Barton, a possible Cole Holcomb replacement. Also the Seahawks' options with the fifth pick, the NFC and more.
3.13.23 Ben Standig, The Athletic, on the Daron Payne extension and the Commanders' offseason mentality entering NFL free agency.
Standig Room Only: A show about the Washington Football Team and D.C. sports
The Athletic's Ben Standig is here to explain why Daron Payne isn't going anywhere after signing a 4-year, $90 million contract on Sunday. After opening the episode with his own assessment, Ben welcomes salary cap expert J.I. Halsell to explain the terms, what this might say about Dan Snyder selling the team and the roster future (10.40). Then free-agent linebacker Jon Bostic stops by to share his plans for a massive $38 million athletic training center, the Commanders' defense, that NFLPA survey and more.
3.13.23 Ben Standig, The Athletic, on the Daron Payne extension and the Commanders offseason mentality. John Fanta, Fox Sports, on the NCAA Tournament, Georgetown's next Head Coach and Maryland-WVU. Kevin reacts to huge NFL news over the weekend.
3.13.23 Hour 21:00- Ben Standig, covers the Commanders for The Athletic, joins G&D to discuss the Daron Payne contract extension and the rest of the free agency moves. 22:15- Trey Wingo reported that Rodgers to the Jets could be a done deal... but others are saying otherwise. We get you the latest here. 33:00- What's going on in our lives that has nothing to do with sports?
3.10.23 Ben Standig, The Athletic, on Mitchell Rales joining Josh Harris' group to bid and the Commanders offseason.
3.10.23 Ben Standig, The Athletic, on Mitchell Rales joining Josh Harris' group to bid and the Commanders offseason. Kevin discusses the report that the Rams are open to parting ways with Matt Stafford. Kevin and Denton breakdown College Basketball ahead of Championship Weekend.
Standig Room Only: A show about the Washington Football Team and D.C. sports
The Athletic's Ben Standig and Commanders analyst Logan Paulsen returned from the NFL Combine to tackle Washington's options next week in free agency and next month's NFL Draft. The QB plan. How to fix the offensive line. Cornerbacks. Stay at 16 or trade down. Also, Ben, on the latest ownership news as potential buyer Josh Harris adds a partner. (We wrapped before Washington announced the hiring of WR coach Bobby Engram. Next time.)
We celebrate Bensday with Ben Standig from the Athletic
Hour 2 - 00:00 - Ben Standig Joins The Show 16:30 - JP's Commanders QB Theory 29:13 - Will The Commanders Try To Get Lamar Jackson?
The Commanders traded down from #11 to #16 in last year's NFL Draft. Trading down got the Commanders Jahan Dotson, Brian Robinson, Cole Turner and Sam Howell. Should the Commanders consider doing the same thing again this year? Ben Standig and Craig discuss.
1:12 - Not My Beat: Bob Haynie on the Ravens franchise tagging Lamar Jackson 25:04 - Ben Standig and Craig react to Daniel Jones' contract extension 37:14 - Will Aaron Rodgers end up in New York?
1:12 - How will Washington handle their cap salary and budget this offseason? 12:46 - Should the Commanders trade down in the draft? 23:52 - Guest: Dave Johnson previews Wizards @ Pistons 36:56 - Real Things: Pau Gasol + PJ Tucker
Erin and Jim Rodriguez are joined by the Athletics' Ben Standig to talk all things NFL Draft, coming out of the scouting combine. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Standig Room Only: A show about the Washington Football Team and D.C. sports
The Athletic's Ben Standig and Michael Phillips (Richmond Times-Dispatch) join forces to discuss revised expectations for Dan Snyder selling the Commanders, the location of a new stadium, Montez Sweat's future, Taylor Heinicke' possible return, and more.
3.6.23 Scott Jackson in for Kevin Sheehan. Ben Standig, The Athletic, on the NFL Scouting combine and officially transitioning into mock draft season.
3.6.23 Scott Jackson in for Kevin Sheehan. Ben Standig, The Athletic, on the NFL Scouting combine and officially transitioning into mock draft season. Chris Knoche, Maryland radio analyst, on Maryland's loss to PSU at the buzzer and how the Terps will turnout in the Big Ten and NCAA tournament. Scott and Denton loved Chris Rock's new standup special.
3.3.23 Scott Jackson in for Kevin Sheehan. Scott pointed out all of the good teams that performed poorly with the Commanders in the NFLPA report cards. Denton's Day-ly News: 20 second strikeout. Ben Standig, The Athletic, on the NFL Scouting Combine and the most recent Dan Snyder stories.
Standig Room Only: A show about the Washington Football Team and D.C. sports
The Athletic's Ben Standig is back from the NFL Scouting Combine and ready to talk Sam Howell and prospects with The Athletic's college football writer Andy Staples. Ben opens the show by discussing the Commanders' organization finishing last in the NFLPA player survey, the Combine scene, Daron Payne and more. Then Andy joins the pod (27:22) to share his thoughts on Howell and new QB coach Tavita Pritchard, the quarterback and cornerback classes, and Florida guard O'Cyrus Torrence.
3.3.23 Scott Jackson in for Kevin Ben Standig, The Athletic, on the NFL Scouting Combine and the most recent Dan Snyder stories.
3/1 Hour 4 4:00 Fact or Fiction 19:00 Ben Standig 35:00 Bad news for LIV golf
Standig Room Only: A show about the Washington Football Team and D.C. sports
The Athletic's Ben Standig talking from the NFL Combine in Indianapolis about more Dan Snyder madness and the Commanders' football moves. Guests: JP Finlay (106.7 The Fan) and Kevin Sheehan (Team 980). Ben and JP open the show by talking face-to-face about Ron Rivera's comments on Sam QB1, interesting nuggets, Combine scene. Then Ben and Kevin gab -- over the phone -- about the fallout from several juicy reports on Snyder's actions and his tenuous hold on the franchise.
It's been a heck of a last 24 hours for the Commanders beat: Dan Snyder blocking Jeff Bezos, Carson Wentz and Bobby McCain released, Daron Payne franchise tagged and then ESPN's bombshell story on Dan Snyder. Craig Hoffman welcomes Ben Standig on LIVE from Indianapolis to discuss the latest Commanders news and also how the NFL Combine is going so far.
1:12 - Not My Beat: Don Van Natta Jr. on Dan Snyder's $55M disputed loan being the primary focus of federal prosecutors in Virginia 28:16 - Guest: Ben Standig on Commanders news last 24 hours, the sale of team + NFL Combine
2.27.23 Ben Standig, The Athletic, joined with an update on Dan Snyder not selling to Jeff Bezos. Kevin examines a unique mock draft that has the Commanders landing Derek Carr. Kevin and Denton react to the pitch clock that ended a spring training baseball game on Saturday.
2.27.23 Ben Standig, The Athletic, joined with an update on Dan Snyder not selling to Jeff Bezos and what he's expecting at the Scouting Combine this week.
2.24.23 Ben Standig, The Athletic, on Eric Bieniemy's introductory press conference and the process of the sale. Denton's Day-ly News features the latest bombshell surrounding Russell Wilson. Kevin takes calls on Eric Bieniemy.
Standig Room Only: A show about the Washington Football Team and D.C. sports
The Athletic's Ben Standig recaps Eric Bieniemy Day in Ashburn as the Commanders' new offensive coordinator held his introductory press conference. Why Washington? The play-calling dynamics between Bieniemy and Ron Rivera. QB approach. Plus, some ownership news involving Jeff Bezos. Bonus: Hear audio clips from Bieniemy, Terry McLaurin, Sam Howell, and Jason Wright (20:23)
2.24.23 Ben Standig, The Athletic, on Eric Bieniemy's introductory press conference and the process of the sale.
Standig Room Only: A show about the Washington Football Team and D.C. sports
The Athletic's Ben Standig gets insight on Commanders OC Eric Bieniemy from former Chiefs' Pro Bowl tackle Mitchell Schwartz and talks news on Washington's plan for Daron Payne and coaching staff changes. After Ben gets into the headlines, Schwartz, a starter on Kansas City's first Super Bowl team under Andy Reid, helps us learn more about his former OC, why he thinks Bieniemy hasn't become a head coach and his view of LeSean McCoy's Bieniemy shade. How did Bieniemy aid Patrick Mahomes and the offense? What type of linemen Washington should consider for Bieniemy's likely offense? Bunch more.
Hour 2 - 00:00 - Commanders Talk With Ben Standig 20:31 - Commanders Coaching Changes 28:33 - People Are Mad At The Chiefs Super Bowl Parade
Commanders Reporter for the Athletic Ben Standig on Eric Bieniemy and Daron Payne's impending free agency
In hour two of Follow The Money, host Tim Murray is joined by Will Hill, VSiN Contributor, as they talk about tonight's college basketball games. Also on the show, the host is joined by Aaron Nagler, Co-Founder of Cheese Head TV, as they talk about Aaron Rodgers' future as he's still in his dark retreat. Plus, the host is joined by Ben Standig, Washington Sports Reporter for The Athletic, as they talk about Eric Bieniemy's signing to the Commanders.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Standig Room Only: A show about the Washington Football Team and D.C. sports
The Athletic's Ben Standig is talking about the Washington Commanders hiring Eric Bieniemy as offensive coordinator and assistant head coach with Al Galdi. Yes, this happened. The fellas discuss why the two-time Super Bowl-winning OC with the Chiefs would see this team as attractive. Also, how did Ron Rivera pull this off? What does Bieniemy mean for Sam Howell, the offense, and winning games? More.
2.17.,23 Ben Standig, The Athletic, on the Commanders interview with Eric Bieniemy on Thursday and whether or not they'll hire him on Friday.
2.17.23 Kevin gives his full game take of Maryland's 68-54 win over Purdue. Ben Standig, The Athletic, on the Commanders interview with Eric Bieniemy on Thursday and whether or not they'll hire him on Friday.
1:00- Ben Standig, covers the Commanders for The Athletic, joins G&D to discuss the breaking news of Eric Bieniemy being hired as assistant head coach and offensive coordinator.
Standig Room Only: A show about the Washington Football Team and D.C. sports
The Athletic's Ben Standig has an ownership update, more on Eric Bieniemy and the offensive coordinator search, and Super Bowl 57 thoughts with guest Jay Gruden. Ben opens the show with his reporting on potential franchise bidder Josh Harris, plus OC interviews for Greg Roman and Bieniemy. Then Jay enters to talk about Bieniemy and the Chiefs' winning play calls; what goes on during these coordinator interviews; Sean Payton's comments; the QB scenario and his own coaching future.