Episodios

  • David Aldridge talks Commanders' camp, Olympics hoops

    David Aldridge talks Commanders' camp, Olympics hoops
    Jul 28 2024
    The Athletic's Ben Standig talks about Commanders' training camp and more with David Aldridge. Their assessment of Jayden Daniels, what the exciting quarterback means for the D.C. sports scene, and the organization investing in little but big elements to help the team thrive. They also talked about hope and new concerns with the U.S. men's basketball team—David will cover the Paris Olympics for The Athletic—and recap of Wiz(ards) kids' time at the NBA Summer League. Ben opens with camp notes on Daniels and rookie tackle Brandon Coleman getting first-team reps.
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    30 m
  • Day 1: Commanders training camp begins

    Day 1: Commanders training camp begins
    Jul 25 2024
    The Athletic's Ben Standig is ready to rumble -- or at least discuss the start of Commanders training camp with Nicki Jhabvala (Washington Post). After Ben opens with notes on a slimmer Jonathan Allen and physical changes inside the building, Nicki enters. They begin with takeaways from Tuesday's news conference involving Dan Quinn and Adam Peters and the challenges with covering all the organizational newness. Practice topics include Jayden Daniels in the red zone, starters, leg tattoos, plus way-too-early predictions.
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    43 m
  • Terry McLaurin and Commanders training camp preview

    Terry McLaurin and Commanders training camp preview
    Jul 22 2024
    The Athletic's Ben Standig is ready to preview the start of training camp this week with Terry McLaurin and his colleague, Mike Smeltz. Ben opens with thoughts on 49ers' WR -Jayden Daniels' college teammate - Brandon Aiyuk, requesting a trade and Jason Wright's departure. Then Ben heard from the Commanders' top receiver, McLaurin, on building chemistry with new teammates and his latest charitable project within the DMV. Then Ben and Mike preview the training camp, including the positivity of Daniels' potential and the first anniversary of the franchise sale.
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    1 h y 24 m
  • Commanders' fantasy reality

    Commanders' fantasy reality
    Jul 18 2024
    The Athletic's Ben Standig is back from Vegas and talking about Commanders football, real and fantasy: *Why Washington hired former Panthers GM Scott Fitterer (3:20) *There's a market survey in the field asking (me and others) about where the new stadium should go and team name options (6:30) *Fantasy Football legend John Hansen joins Ben to chat about Washington's 2024 season, the fantasy draft day plan for Jayden Daniels and the Commanders' other playmakers. Plus, fantasy studs, sleepers, and roster-building strategies. (24:10 *Lastly, Ben shares his impressions from NBA Summer League on the Wizards three first-round picks (1:16:02)
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    1 h y 30 m
  • Brian Mitchell

    Brian Mitchell
    Jul 11 2024
    The Athletic's Ben Standig is back talking Commanders with Brian Mitchell (106.7 The Fan). Who better to discuss the NFL's new kick return rules and how Washington can attack the changes than arguably the greatest kick returner in league history? The guys also share thoughts on those spring practices, the new organizational vibes, Austin Ekeler's usage, the most interesting position group, and Doug Williams rejoining the front office.
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    37 m
  • On the defensive

    On the defensive
    Jul 1 2024
    The Athletic's Ben Standig is back to break down the Commanders' defense. In part two of his chat with film analyst Mark Bullock, the guys discuss the unit's potential growth under the new coaching staff and how the scheme aids Emmanuel Forbes. Which defensive backs play the most? Edge rusher options. Johnny Newton. More. ICYMI, Ben and Mark talked all about the offense in part one.
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    37 m
  • Commanders embracing analytics

    Commanders embracing analytics
    Jun 25 2024
    The Athletic's Ben Standig is talking about the Commanders and analytics with ESPN's Seth Walder -- and fresh changes made in the department. Ben opens with a reaction to Eugene Shen's departure after only eight months as SVP of Football Strategy, Doug Williams rejoining the front office, and other moves announced on Tuesday. Then Seth enters with a look at Shen/the analytics group, the Commanders' transactional offseason, Jayden Daniels, if Washington made the proper choice with Montez Sweat, and why the receivers struggled to get open last season.
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    34 m
  • Commanders' offense analysis: Jayden Daniels

    Commanders' offense analysis: Jayden Daniels
    Jun 24 2024
    The Athletic's Ben Standig is back for a deep dive on the Commanders roster with film analyst Mark Bullock. Part one focuses on the offense. The best of Jayden Daniels and the sacks discussion. Puncher's chance at left tackle with Cornelius Lucas and Brandon Coleman? Ben Sinnott's versatility. WR room depth. The backfield roles. Chris Rodriguez fit. More.
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    1 h y 3 m