1. Perception vs. Reality Ben Standig 46:33

No bye week for The Athletic’s Ben Standig, who is here for a new episode about the Commanders with former Washington head coach Jay Gruden. After Ben opens with some injury nuggets and Chase Young thoughts, Jay arrives to ponder the key to Washington’s turnaround and the main concern moving forward. They also discussed why some quarterbacks and coaches are always dinged for their flaws while others skate. Plus, Super Bowl contenders and dreaming about football in your sleep.