Paul and Jay welcome The Athletic subscribers to a live Q&A! The guys chew on, and respond to, excellent questions including: What is Cincinnati's route to the playoffs if they succumb to Kansas City? Will the Bengals re-sign C.J. Uzomah? Will the office continue to spend big this offseason? How will they handle extending Joe Burrow, Tee Higgins, and other young stars in the future? Plus, did Zac Taylor make amends for his conservative decision-making versus the Ravens? Follow Paul on Twitte...
Dec 27, 2021•43 min
Pull out your brooms! Cincinnati crushes Baltimore, 41-21, to complete the season sweep of their dreaded division rivals. Paul and Jay recap Sunday's win as well as preview what lays ahead of the Bengals. Follow Paul on Twitter: @pauldehnerjr Follow Jay on Twitter: @JayMorrisonATH Subscribe to The Athletic for just $2/month for 12 months when you visit: theathletic.com/hearthatpodcastgrowlin Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Dec 27, 2021•25 min
The domino effects of Sunday's AFC North rivalry game against the Ravens can't be overstated. Paul and Jay preview the intradivisional tilt with the help of The Athletic's Ravens scribe, Jeff Zrebiec. If it came down to it, would the Ravens attempt a two-point conversion for the win much like they did last week versus the Packers? Will Tyler Huntley start again? How will the injury-ravaged Ravens approach Cincy defensively? But, before Jeff generously shares his time, the guys chit-chat about Jo...
Dec 23, 2021•1 hr 20 min
The final three games of the regular season carry a tremendous amount of weight, and it all starts with Baltimore. Paul and Jay focus on Sunday's tilt, which could decide, not only the AFC North but who will earn playoff berths as well. The guys run through a gamut of playoff possibilities before discussing Zac Taylor's approach to the weekend's divisional bout. Mo cartwheels in and shares his thoughts on Cincinnati's win over Denver, and discusses why we should or shouldn't care about the fashi...
Dec 21, 2021•1 hr
As Jay flies above the Rocky Mountains on his way back to Ohio from Colorado, Paul answers your questions on The Athletic app in the 'Bengals Lunch Break'. PDJ opines about Zac Taylor's coaching performance against Denver, the Bengals' o-line play, and more! Join us Mondays throughout the remainder of the regular season as Paul and Jay answer The Athletic subscriber questions in-app! Follow Paul on Twitter: @pauldehnerjr Follow Jay on Twitter: @JayMorrisonATH The 'Bengals Lunch Break' is hosted ...
Dec 20, 2021•42 min
Paul and Jay react to the Bengals getting off the schneid, as Joe Burrow and Cincy's defense worked in tandem to end the team's two-game skid by beating the Denver Broncos. Join Paul for HTPG's Bengals Lunch Break on The Athletic app at 12 pm ET tomorrow (Monday, 12/20) as he will answer your questions about the Bengals! Follow Paul on Twitter: @pauldehnerjr Follow Jay on Twitter: @JayMorrisonATH Save 33% on a subscription to The Athletic by visiting: theathletic.com/hearthatpodcastgrowlin Hoste...
Dec 20, 2021•36 min
Is it time to break out the "must-win" armbands? Tune in to find out as Paul and Jay preview Sunday's buckin' Broncos bash. The guys examine Cincinnati's thin secondary and discuss Chidobe Awuzie's status ahead of the team's trip to Denver. On that note, the Bengals aren't only experiencing a host of injuries on defense, but on the offensive side of things, too. PDJ and JM predict Cincinnati's starting defensive unit as well as their offensive line. Jessie Bates has been much-maligned this week ...
Dec 16, 2021•1 hr 23 min
Though it may still sting, there's more for Paul and Jay to unpack from Sunday's collapse. Before discussing some of the more nuanced topics, the guys report some Bengals news and notes, including A.J. Green amassing over 10k career receiving yards on MNF. How will Cincinnati's kick and punt returning situations unfold in the last four weeks of the year? Bengals special teams coordinator Darrin Simmons sheds light on who could operate as return men in the waning games of the season. The guys spr...
Dec 14, 2021•1 hr 18 min
Paul and Jay answer questions from The Athletic subscribers in The Athletic's new "live room" feature. Should Cincinnati consider benching Ja'Marr Chase; Bengals v. free rushers, and more of your questions that the guys answer! Follow Paul on Twitter: @pauldehnerjr Follow Jay on Twitter: @JayMorrisonATH Save 33% on a subscription to The Athletic by visiting: theathletic.com/hearthatpodcastgrowlin Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Dec 13, 2021•43 min
Paul and Jay react to Cincinnati's deflating 26-23 OT loss to San Francisco Follow Paul on Twitter: @pauldehnerjr Follow Jay on Twitter: @JayMorrisonATH Save 33% on a subscription to The Athletic by visiting: theathletic.com/hearthatpodcastgrowlin Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dec 13, 2021•31 min
It's time for Cincinnati to exact its revenge against the West Coast! Paul and Jay prepare you for Sunday's tilt versus San Francisco in today's show. But, before then, the duo react to a rash of injuries on the Bengals' roster. The guys also examine how injuries could affect Sunday's outcome. Jay's turnover stats segues into his conversation with The Athletic's 49ers scrivener Matt Barrows. Matt and Jay converse about Deebo Samuel being an offensive linchpin, Jimmy Garoppolo's production, and m...
Dec 09, 2021•1 hr 24 min
Congratulations to Sam Hubbard on being nominated for the Walter Payton Man of the Year Award! Bengals fans wish they could also congratulate the Bengals on a much-deserved victory over Los Angeles, instead, Paul and Jay are back to discuss the crowded AFC playoff picture following Sunday's loss. As stellar as Ja'Marr Chase has been in moments this year, can we trust him fully? Mo Egger hops on the pod to discuss if fans can place their confidence in this Bengals squad as we near the postseason....
Dec 07, 2021•1 hr 7 min
Paul and Jay react to Cincinnati's 41-22 loss to the Los Angeles Chargers. What's the status of Burrow's pinky finger? What of his coaching did Zac Taylor think "horrific", and what's next for the Bengals? Follow Paul on Twitter: @pauldehnerjr Follow Jay on Twitter: @JayMorrison Save 33% on a subscription to The Athletic by visiting: theathletic.com/hearthatpodcastgrowlin Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Dec 06, 2021•26 min
Sunday's showdown with the Chargers could be the introduction to a decade-long showcase between two of the AFC's top QBs in Joe Burrow and Justin Herbert. Paul and Jay compare and contrast Burrow and Herbert's playing styles, stats, dispositions, and more in preparation for a fun weekend signal-caller exhibition. You'll hear from Burrow, himself, as he discusses community initiatives and how he's giving back. The guys answer some of your questions in our mailbag segment, including an RPB about N...
Dec 02, 2021•1 hr 27 min
Last Sunday's euphoria is beginning to dissolve and give way to anticipation for this weekend's continued homestand against the Chargers. Paul and Jay provide some quick team updates before considering if the Bengals are built for a playoff run. The duo highlight Cincinnati's blistering offense of late and compare their offense to other prominent teams. Is a great defense required to make a deep postseason run? PDJ and JM explore this idea, and compare previous championship teams' defenses with ...
Nov 30, 2021•1 hr 11 min
Paul and Jay spring into action following Cincinnati's 41-10 landslide win over Pittsburgh. Follow Paul on Twitter: @pauldehnerjr Follow Jay on Twitter: @JayMorrisonATH Subscribe to The Athletic for just $1/month for 12 months through Monday, November 29th by visiting: theathletic.com/hearthatpodcastgrowlin Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Nov 29, 2021•24 min
The Bengals have a chance to come out on top against Pittsburgh for the third time in a row. But can they do it? Paul and Jay dissect Sunday's game which carries potential divisional and playoff implications. Cincinnati's offense has evolved since their last meeting with Pittsburgh -- will the changes the Bengals have made impact Sunday's outcome? How good are the Steelers really? PDJ and JM closely inspect the Steelers' season and judge if they're legit or not. The Athletic's Steelers reporter ...
Nov 25, 2021•1 hr
HTPG breathed a collective sigh of relief, as Jay made it back from Vegas with his wallet and no gambling debt to speak of...supposedly. Paul and Jay parse through the latest Bengals news, including Zac Taylor's opinion on Hakeem Adeniji's performance at right guard on Sunday. Cincinnati can record its third-consecutive win over Pittsburgh in their upcoming bout. PDJ and JM share when Cincy last stumped the Steelers three times in a row, and what a third-straight 'W' would mean for the Bengals. ...
Nov 23, 2021•1 hr 3 min
Paul and Jay react to Cincinnati shaking their slump with a win in Las Vegas over the Raiders. Follow Paul on Twitter: @pauldehnerjr Follow Jay on Twitter: @JayMorrisonATH Save 33% on a subscription to The Athletic by visiting: theathletic.com/hearthatpodcastgrowlin Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Nov 22, 2021•32 min
Paul and Jay chose to avoid the "must-win" moniker for Sunday's game. That said, the Bengals' meeting in Las Vegas is vital, and it may be their most important game yet. PDJ and JM act out a postgame, 'Walkout'-style reaction to a Bengals' win and loss to emphasize the significance of the Raiders showdown. Joe Burrow is tied for the league lead in interceptions, is there an underlying cause? Paul has a theory. The Athletic's Raiders beat writer Vic Tafur accompanies Jay in a look at Sunday's mat...
Nov 18, 2021•1 hr
It's time for the long-awaited Run, Pass, or Boot podcast! Paul and Jay react and answer your thoughtful RPBs! RPBs range from "what's most likely to happen: Bengals make the playoffs, Ja'Marr Chase wins Offensive Rookie of the Year, or Joe Burrow leads the league in INTs," to "who's most likely to win in the next five years: Bengals, Reds, or UC Football?"Plus, Mo will spend his Thanksgiving in the worst way imaginable. Rundown: (2:30) Akeem Davis-Gaither injury & news (11:00) Listener RPBs...
Nov 16, 2021•1 hr 24 min
The Bengals may have lost the Battle of Ohio, but the war still rages on. Paul and Jay hold a quick postmortem on Sunday's loss prior to soaking up bedlam in the AFC. The duo shares their top and bottom three takeaways from the first half of the Bengals' season. In Jay's conversation with Zac Taylor, Cincinnati's ringleader commends his team for protecting each other against Cleveland. Mo joins the pod to muse why Joe Burrow has made head-scratching miscues. Lastly, the guys recap last week's Gr...
Nov 09, 2021•1 hr 13 min
Paul and Jay recap Cincinnati's loss in the Battle of Ohio. Follow Paul on Twitter: @pauldehnerjr Follow Jay on Twitter: @JayMorrison Save 33% on a subscription to The Athletic by visiting: theathletic.com/hearthatpodcastgrowlin Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Nov 08, 2021•23 min
The Battle for Ohio is sure to be rollicking, but before Paul and Jay analyze the minutiae of Sunday's intradivision showdown, the guys discussed a missed opportunity for the Bengals at the trade deadline. Is Larry Ogunjobi an X-factor in this AFC North fisticuff? Jay's feature on Ogunjobi sets up the guys' discourse into Bengals-Browns. The Athletic Cleveland Browns writer Zac Jackson helps preview the weekend matchup. PDJ and JM mull over an RPB; share some Boo Stats; discuss the significance ...
Nov 04, 2021•1 hr 8 min
It's the trade deadline! ...Which doesn't really portend any breaking news for Bengals fans, as both Paul and Jay point out in today's show. The pair discuss the Bengals' defense against the Jets last Sunday and contemplate whether the stop unit's lackluster performance was an aberration or the start of a trend. PDJ and JM sat down with Bengals defensive coordinator Lou Anarumo to ask his opinion of his defense. If you thought New York's screen game was on fleek, then you've obviously have not s...
Nov 02, 2021•1 hr 10 min
Paul and Jay breakdown the Bengals' "chokefest" against the New York Jets. Follow Paul on Twitter: @pauldehnerjr Follow Jay on Twitter: @JayMorrison Save 33% on a subscription to The Athletic by visiting: theathletic.com/hearthatpodcastgrowlin Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 31, 2021•24 min
Paul and Jay cover a variety of topics in today's show including: How Cincinnati's offensive linemen have forged strong bonds with one another, and how this rapport has influenced their play (and free agent signings). Plus, Frank Pollack's invaluable contributions to this developing line. Joe Burrow discusses Ja'Marr Chase's unique punctuality on timing routes. PDJ and JM preview the NFL trade deadline and confabulate over how Cincinnati fits into the market. Zac Taylor also shares his insight i...
Oct 28, 2021•1 hr 9 min
The Bengals are the AFC's top seed. No, you did not read that wrong, and, no, we will not provide smelling salts to try to stir you from what you think is a dream. Paul and Jay try to normalize this new reality of Cincinnati being a winning team. PDJ and JM inspect advanced metrics, and not-so-advanced metrics (eye test), to determine how Cincinnati is doing what it's doing. Mo joins the party to assist in trying to standardize the Bengals' success. The group also examines BetMGM's MVP and Coach...
Oct 26, 2021•1 hr 7 min
Paul and Jay share their instant reaction to Cincinnati's mammoth win over Baltimore to claim the AFC's top seed. Follow Paul on Twitter: @pauldehnerjr Follow Jay on Twitter: @JayMorrisonATH Save 33% on a subscription to The Athletic by visiting: theathletic.com/hearthatpodcastgrowlin Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 24, 2021•23 min
Sunday's AFC North showdown has a lot at stake for both Cincinnati and Baltimore. Paul and Jay fill you in on everything you need to know ahead of this weekend's intra-divisional bout, but, before then, the guys react to Mike Hilton's hilarious and true call to re-sign Jessie Bates. The guys also parse Zac Taylor's thoughts on the Bengals' rehabilitating red-zone offense. The Athletic's Ravens beat writer Jeff Zrebiec Zooms-in to analyze Sunday's clash. Lastly, the guys depart with an RPB, Growl...
Oct 21, 2021•1 hr 13 min
