Enquirer and Cincinnati.com Bengals beat writers Paul Dehner Jr. and Fletcher Page discuss the additions to Zac Taylor's staff that have set off a storm of opinions, including offensive line coach Jim Turner. Hear from Taylor on Turner and from offensive coordinator Brian Callahan on his new role with the team. Plus, we answer your questions about Vontaze Burfict, free agency aggression and Wikipedia entries.
Feb 11, 2019•1 hr 12 min
Enquirer Bengals beat writers Paul Dehner Jr. and Fletcher Page discuss the primary takeaways from the official introduction of Zac Taylor as the new coach of the Bengals. We run down what we know about his staff and issues with the acquisition process going forward. Plus, discussing his take on Andy Dalton and two very interesting comments made by Mike Brown. Hear 15 minutes directly with Taylor, also. And we rant about our dislike of Comic Sans.
Feb 06, 2019•1 hr 8 min
Enquirer Bengals beat writers Paul Dehner Jr. and Fletcher Page check in and offer up 15 minutes of the conversation with the current Rams quarterbacks coach Zac Taylor from the Super Bowl in Atlanta. Hear from him, as well as what was said by A.J. Green, Anthony Munoz and Boomer Esiason about the state of the club.
Jan 29, 2019•1 hr 4 min
Enquirer Bengals beat writer Fletcher Page checks in from Mobile, Alabama where Jon Gruden committed Bengals news. Talking about the expected future offensive coordinator Brian Callahan, what's next for the Bengals and Taylor and we drop the unedited 16-minutes interview with Duke Tobin on you.
Jan 23, 2019•59 min
Bengals Beat Podcast dives into the team's decision to go with Rams quarterbacks coach Zac Taylor and what could be next for his coordinators. Plus, hear from two coaches who worked closely with him at the University of Cincinnati on how he connected there. Also, MMQB's Andy Benoit talks about the story he wrote in December about Zac and Press Taylor being "coaching's next big thing." And we take questions before Kanye demands a dome.
Jan 14, 2019•1 hr 22 min
Looking into the news that LA Rams QB coach Zac Taylor has surfaced as who the Bengals want for their head coach position.
Jan 11, 2019•21 min
Enquirer and Cincinnati.com Bengals beat writers Paul Dehner Jr. and Fletcher Page take you inside the team's search for a new head coach. We run through the candidates, interviews, who is in the room, The Hue Factor and where we think this lands. Plus, looking at where Marvin Lewis could land, the wild world of the AFC North and many other topics from the bunker of the search.
Jan 07, 2019•1 hr 10 min
Enquirer Bengals beat writers Paul Dehner Jr. and Fletcher Page discuss the day many fans thought would never come. The Bengals part ways with head coach Marvin Lewis. Hear Lewis' final press conference, behind the scenes of his final days, looking forward to coaching candidates, talking about Hue Jackson's shot at the job and the incredible crossroads the organization finds itself in.
Dec 31, 2018•57 min
Bengals beat writers Fletcher Page and Paul Dehner Jr., along with visual journalist Kareem Elgazzar at the wheel, drive home from Cleveland. Topics range from the never-ending speculation over Marvin Lewis' future, Vontaze Burfict's potential final disrespectful act, the Browns' ballin' on the Bengals and late-night road-trip weirdness.
Dec 24, 2018•51 min
Enquirer Bengals beat writers Paul Dehner Jr. and Fletcher Page answer questions about potential coaching candidates, John Ross, quarterback, tight end future, cap casualties, Hue Jackson, Pro Bowl and our favorite condiments and Christmas movies.
Dec 18, 2018•1 hr 6 min
Enquirer Bengals beat writers Paul Dehner Jr. and Fletcher Page discuss the team being eliminated from the playoffs despite beating the Raiders and the construction of the roster going forward.
Dec 17, 2018•13 min
Cincinnati.com Bengals beat writers Paul Dehner Jr. and Fletcher Page are joined by a prestigious media roundtable of Kat Terrell of ESPN, Richard Skinner of Local 12 and Jay Morrison of The Athletic to dive into what it's like covering the latest edition of Marvin Lewis' potential final days. We talk about the criticism of asking the "tough questions," who the core of this team should be going forward, Andy Dalton and our on the record opinion of if Marvin Lewis stays or goes or if Hue Jackson ...
Dec 13, 2018•40 min
Cincinnati Enquirer Bengals beat writers Paul Dehner Jr. and Fletcher Page discuss a week where the fans might make a statement about how they feel as the team reaches out to them to take their temperature. Plus, the Browns in the AFC North, engaging the Westerman Hive with Pro Football Focus and taking a look at the draft order. Finally, we take Christmas questions and push the #BoycottPecans movement.
Dec 11, 2018•1 hr 10 min
Driving out of Carson, California are Enquirer photographer Kareem Elgazzar and beat writers Paul Dehner Jr. and Fletcher Page. They discuss a string of positives in the Bengals loss before diving into a series of mistakes that continue to happen to this team.
Dec 10, 2018•15 min
Enquirer Bengals beat writers Paul Dehner Jr. and Fletcher Page work through any validity to national reports about Marvin Lewis, wonder if the Bengals have potential to be the new Rams and predict what will go down on Sunday in LA. Plus, Optimistic Bobby joins with optimistic thoughts about marketing the Bengals.
Dec 06, 2018•49 min
Enquirer Bengals beat writers Paul Dehner Jr. and Fletcher Page discuss what the Packers firing Mike McCarthy looked like and the obvious reaction of Bengals fans to the news. Marvin Lewis takes a first bite out of job security questions and Bill Lazor discusses the Mixon situation and other boxes that went unchecked.
Dec 04, 2018•43 min
Enquirer Bengals beat writers Paul Dehner Jr. and Fletcher Page discuss the latest circling of the drain by the Bengals and how Marvin Lewis could survive this.
Dec 03, 2018•14 min
Enquirer Bengals beat writers Paul Dehner Jr. and Fletcher Page run through the news at Paul Brown Stadium as two more players go on injured reserve. Then, hear from A.J. Green on loyalty to the Bengals and Joe Mixon on wanting to see the rest of his teammates play hard no matter what. Then predictions for Sunday's game against Denver.
Nov 29, 2018•33 min
Enquirer beat writers Paul Dehner Jr. and Fletcher Page debate if there is any legitimacy to the injury excuse, what the means for Marvin Lewis and the need for a therapeutic BBP. Plus, great stuff from Pro Football Focus and Andy Benoit of the MMQB.
Nov 27, 2018•1 hr 3 min
Enquirer Bengals beat writers Paul Dehner Jr. and Fletcher Page on the debacle at the hands of the Browns, a drunk man running the field after the game, what to expect from #MarvWatch and a salute to Bengals Twitter while walking out of Paul Brown Stadium.
Nov 26, 2018•14 min
Enquirer Bengals beat writers Paul Dehner Jr. and Fletcher Page run down the list of issues that come to the forefront as the Bengals prep for Cleveland. Hearing from Marvin Lewis on Auden Tate and Bill Lazor on rising nerves. Plus, Pro Football Focus with some uncomfortable stats on the defense and Optimistic Bobby keeps hope alive. Finally, we continue to play out the Jurassic Park analogy with this season and pass out another challenge to the listeners.
Nov 20, 2018•1 hr 11 min
Team Enquirer Paul Dehner Jr., Fletcher Page and Kareem Elgazzar break down the brutal loss the Bengals took in Baltimore, 24-21. They talk about wildlife in the pregame, "encouragement" on defense, throwing the ball to Cody Core and multiple rants.
Nov 19, 2018•13 min
The BBP2 dives into the shocking deal the club made in order to push the music venue deal through that included multiple lease concessions. Plus, we talk about the unpredictability of Sunday's game against the Ravens and role Hue Jackson will play Sunday. Then Pro Football Focus offers analytics and Adolphus Washington takes the Hot Seat with Doc on Beyond The Stripes.
Nov 15, 2018•56 min
Enquirer Bengals beat writers Fletcher Page and Paul Dehner Jr. react to one of the busier days at Paul Brown Stadium in recent memory. Marvin Lewis relieves Teryl Austin of his duties, takes over as DC and it appears will be re-joined by old friend Hue Jackson. Plenty to dive into and more on this emergency BBP.
Nov 13, 2018•53 min
Enquirer Bengals beat writers Paul Dehner Jr. and Fletcher Page discuss the latest embarrassing loss for the Bengals in their 51-14 home defeat against the Saints. We discuss if the team could make a move on their defensive coordinator and other storylines from an ugly day at Paul Brown Stadium.
Nov 12, 2018•17 min
Enquirer Bengals beat writers Paul Dehner Jr. and Fletcher Page run through the historical perspective and uphill battle of how banged up the Bengals have been. Plus, taking a look at how they might try to stop Drew Brees and the Saints and differing views on how Sunday will go. Plus, plenty of reasons to hassle Fletcher on Twitter.
Nov 08, 2018•55 min
Enquirer Bengals beat writers Paul Dehner Jr. and Fletcher Page look at the fallout from A.J. Green's toe injury and how offensive Bill Lazor could approach filling in the gap. Plus, taking a look at the big picture of the AFC playoff race and one game standing out above the rest. Hear from Bengals tight end C.J. Uzomah and Austin Gayle from Pro Football Focus.
Nov 06, 2018•1 hr 2 min
Enquirer Bengals beat writers Fletcher Page and Paul Dehner Jr. talk about the pros and cons of potentially welcoming Hue Jackson back to the club in some capacity. Also, hear from Teryl Austin as we discuss what makes this defensive situation is like Jurassic Park. Finally, we debate our picks for mid-year awards including MVP and most disappointing.
Oct 30, 2018•58 min
Enquirer Bengals beat writers Paul Dehner Jr. and Fletcher Page react to the 37-34 victory against the Bucs on Sunday. We ask if this defense is salvageable and some of the insane stats from the land of defensive ineptitude.
Oct 29, 2018•17 min
Enquirer Bengals beat writers Paul Dehner Jr. and Fletcher Page look at what wasn't said about Vontaze Burfict this week, running through the injuries and predicting the Bengals game against Tampa Bay. Plus, inside the numbers with Pro Football Focus and Carl Lawson talking atomic butt crushers from Beyond The Stripes.
Oct 25, 2018•46 min