The Athletic’s Ben Standig is back for an action-packed episode with guests Mike Garafolo (NFL Network), Scott Abraham (WJLA) — and former Washington RB Chris Thompson.

*Ben opens the show with news that the Washington Football Team will reveal its new team name on Feb. 2

*Then Ben welcomes former Washington RB Chris Thompson and WJLA sports anchor Scott Abraham to ponder the name news and offer their hopes and dreams for the final choice (6:15)

*NFL Network insider Mike Garafolo and Ben discuss all the potential QB options for Washington this offseason including Aaron Rodgers, Russell Wilson, Deshaun Watson, Derek Carr Matt Ryan, Mitch Trubisky — and Taylor Heinicke. Plus Mike’s insight as to what went sideways for Washington in 2021 (32:53)

*Ben closes the episode with notes on Heinicke, Jamin Davis and more ahead of Washington’s regular-season finale matchup at the Giants (50:04)

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