Ben Standig is a Sr. Writer/NFL Reporter at The Athletic. He specializes in sports coverage, particularly focusing on the NFL and competitive sports, while also exploring themes in sports business and consumer technology. Ben's work has been featured in numerous prominent outlets, including The New York Times and NBC4 Washington.
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Ben Standig's articles mainly revolve around the Washington D.C.-based football team, with a focus on event coverage and expert commentary. He would likely be interested in engaging with sources who can provide insights into the specific challenges faced by the Commanders, including quarterback performance, coaching decisions, roster management, and front office changes.
Given his emphasis on expert commentary and announcement-based content, reaching out to former players or coaches familiar with the Commanders organization could be particularly relevant. Additionally, individuals knowledgeable about NFL trends and best practices might also catch Ben's attention.
While Ben's geographic focus is not explicitly stated as being national (United States), his consistent coverage of a specific NFL team suggests that he may prioritize contacts with direct knowledge of this particular sports organization over those covering general league-wide topics.
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Washington has nearly $40 million in cap space and Jayden Daniels’ eventual payday looming. But the GM said “extensions” — plural. So who else could cash in?
Jayden Daniels is healthy and humming, Terry McLaurin finally has a running mate, the defense got faster and Washington’s youth movement (ideally) might be ready to pay off.
By: Ben Standig Last Man
ASHBURN, Va. — Enough with the doom and gloom. The last few weeks haven't exactly inspired confidence in the Washington Commanders.
Twenty-four agents dish on the NFL’s best/worst-run teams, Mike Vrabel, the Caleb Williams experience, Jayden Daniels and LSU, 18 games, international expansion — and the lies agents tell recruits.
By: Ben Standig
The Commanders brought Diggs home to help their young quarterback. His approach was shaped by two familiar names from Washington’s football past.
By: Ben Standig, Ethan Cadeaux
The Eagles star has ravaged Washington in his career. Slowing him is the first challenge in a season opener loaded with new coordinators, Jayden Daniels’ return and Tress Way’s closing act.
The Commanders guard on dad life, his athletic roots, Tom Brady and playing the role of pawn in football’s chess match.
By: Ethan Cadeaux, Ben Standig
A recording from Ben Standig's live video
The features, columns and Q&As to read and refresh ahead of Year 3 for Jayden Daniels and this era of Commanders foorball.
Washington scored twice in the fourth quarter while trailing by two, but a celebration penalty erased one conversion attempt and the other came up short.
