Commanders insider Ben Standig recaps Washington’s latest loss with LMS correspondent (and Team 980 radio host) Chris Russell, who chatted from Madrid. More competitive for sure defensively and the offense gained 379 yards, but the shorthanded Commanders also showed why they own a 3-8 record. Check out Ben's Substack, "Last Man Standig" for all of his written work.

Commanders insider Ben Standig is here for the latest news and notes, including the architectural firm chosen for the new stadium design, an interesting WR addition to the roster, and thoughts on Noah Brown, facing the Dolphins offense, and more. Michael Phillips (The Richmonder) joins to discuss where the season goes from here, Daron Payne and the importance of good vibes. Check out Ben's first (partial) 2026 mock draft with help from an NFL head scout.

Commanders insider Ben Standig recaps a newsy Monday with NFL Network senior Insider Ian Rapoport. Dan Quinn is taking over as defensive coordinator before the Madrid game. Daron Payne gets suspended. Trey Amos broke his fibula. Ben and Ian also talk about repercussions from the Terry McLaurin contract talks, Jayden Daniels' season, Commanders' culture, and the possibility of naming the new stadium after President Trump. Check out Ben's new Substack, also called "Last Man Standig."

Commanders insider Ben Standig does his best to explain Washington’s latest debacle, a 44-22 home loss to the Lions, and where things go from here. Benching, firings, everything should be on the table at least after this coming weekend in Spain.

Commanders insider Ben Standig is here to discuss good news on Jayden Daniels' dislocated elbow and what it means for the remainder of the season. Also, other injury updates, keys against the Lions and very important logistics for anyone attending Sunday’s game. Check out Ben's interview with Kurt Warner on Daniels over at "Last Man Standig" at Substack.

Commanders insider Ben Standig is joined by ESPN's John Keim to discuss where things went so wrong for Washington BUT more importantly, what are the fixes. Getting more out of the two draft classes under GM Adam Peters would go a long way. Also, thoughts on the tbd Jayden Daniels injury plan. Check out Ben's interview with HOF QB on Lastmanstandig.substack.com

Commanders insider Ben Standig is here for the aftermath of Sunday's brutal loss to the Seahawks, where Jayden Daniels's elbow injury trumped all other storylines. Medical expert Dr. Annu Navani discussed potential post-injury scenarios with us. Head coach Dan Quinn on Monday addressed why he left Daniels in the game down 31 points. There are other injuries of note, including Marshon Lattimore's season-ending ACL. Why the Commanders should be aggressively contemplating scenarios ahead of the trade deadline is Tuesday at 4 P.M. Check out Ben's Substack, "Last Man Standig," for all of his written work.

Commanders insider Ben Standig discusses all that went wrong on SNF, most notably, Jayden Daniels' injured elbow. But the 38-14 loss to the Seahawks was disturbing in numerous ways, including the defense being unable to slow down Seattle's passing game. Where does Washington go from here?

Commanders insider Ben Standig brings the 411 following Thursday's practice, which included Jayden Daniels for a second consecutive sesson while the QB record from a hamstring injury. Ben also discusses the latest update to his 2026 roster project; chats with Tom Schad (Washington Post) about the state of the team entering SNF; and catches up with OL Brandon Coleman about being benched, returning to the field last week and whether he's the best basketball player on the team

Commanders insider Ben Standig and Scott Jackson (Commanders postgame show) discuss where Washington went wrong in Kansas City, what happened to the run game and what needs to change.

Commanders insider Ben Standig and The Richmonder's Michael Phillips convene at Arrowhead Stadium following Washington's 28-7 loss to the Kansas City Chiefs. There was good, albeit inefficient work in the first half. Inevitability arrived after halftime. The fellas discussed where the game turned, Terry McLaurin's productive night ending with him re-injuring his quad, why the run game has disappeared and whether there's a rebound on tap with the next two games at home. Check out Ben's written work on his Substack, also called "Last Man Standig."

Commanders insider Ben Standig gets everyone set for MNF in Kansas City. The offense gets good injury news but Daron Payne is now questionable. Defensive adjustments. More.

Commanders insider Ben Standig gets you up to speed on what's happening in Ashburn ahead of MNF with quick-hitting thoughts on Terry McLaurin's return to practice, internal mood amid a downturn and a new injury to watch. Check out Ben's written work at "Last Man Standig" on Substack.

Commanders insider Ben Standig and The Ringer's Joe House tackle the largely expected news of Jayden Daniels being ruled out for MNF, the trade deadline conundrum and where skidding Washington can find silver linings. The fellas also dish big-picture on the young Wizards falling to the Bucks, which kids are future standouts, and coping with another trying season. Check out Ben's writing on his "Last Man Standig" Substack.

Commanders insider Ben Standig and Al Galdi catch up with each other's sense of this 3-4 team. More or less optimistic than the record suggests? Changes to consider. How the coaches spread their message through the media. More. Ben also shares positive updates on Terry McLaurin and Deebo Samuel for this week. Check out Ben's written work on Substack at "Last Man Standig."

Commanders insider Ben Standig and film analyst Mark Bullock do their best to get Washington back on track after a calamitous day in Dallas. Jayden Daniels avoided a significant injury. Dorance Armstrong did not. Defensive woes: scheme or personnel? Which Adam Peters' draft picks should play more/less? Who is WR3 when McLaurin and Samuel return? Be sure to check out Ben's "Last Man Standig" Substack for his written work.

Commanders insider Ben Standig tries explaining all that went wrong in Washington's 44-22 loss at Dallas along with Mike Smeltz. Jayden Daniels's injured hamstring. Receiver room limitations. Defense continues allowing chunk plays. What fixes would we make. Be brave and listen. Consider this therapy. Also, check out Ben's written work on the "Last Man Standig" substack.

Commanders insider Ben Standig preps everyone for Sunday's pivotal game in Dallas and shares a special announcement for his Sunday plans that involve LMS pod listeners and Substack subscribers. Terry McLaurin is out. What about Deebo, Dorance and Zach Ertz? Where Washington can attack Dallas and where concerns (Pickens and Lamb) exist.

Commanders insider Ben Standig with practice updates on Terry McLaurin and other key injuries and praise for guard Chris Paul. Then Ben welcomes The Ringer's Bryan Curtis for a detailed conversation about The Athletic's impact on sports media since arriving in 2016, the site's evolution and Ben's insight from his years working at TA. Oh, Commanders-Cowboys talk as well between two men who grew up on opposite sides of the fierce rivalry.

Commanders insider Ben Standig and Bram Weinstein, "Voice of the Commanders," dive into a newsy Wednesday in Ashburn. Terry McLaurin practices, but Noah Brown goes on IR. Sam Cosmi's return is getting closer. Washington signs a new DE Adam Peters knows well, but don't assume he'll help soon. Also, injury news on Dorance Armstrong, an intriguing receiver workout, and where this team goes from here.