In a quasi-emergency podcast, Paul and Jay react to a flurry of free agency moves by Cincinnati as well as contiguous signings by other teams. The duo kick off the show discussing the newest additions to the Bengals' offensive line, Alex Cappa and Ted Karras. Are they the only pieces needed to shore up the front five? Also, is La'el Collins to Cincy a possibility? The pair then address Larry Ogunjobi leaving Cincinnati for Chicago. Was Ogunjobi's price tag beyond what the Bengals expected? Lastl...
Mar 15, 2022•44 min
The excitement of the off-season is beginning to rachet up! Paul and Jay discuss Jessie Bates being franchise-tagged by the Bengals. Why couldn't both sides reach a long-term agreement? Will this impact Cincinnati's chances of signing Bates to a multi-year deal? PDJ and JM invite you to join them in The Athletic's 'pick your own adventure' activity. The interactive exercise allows you to determine the Bengals off-season; who to sign or re-sign in FA, how to handle Cincy's draft, and more! The pa...
Mar 08, 2022•1 hr 13 min
Paul and Jay are LIVE from the NFL Combine. Duke Tobin opened his press conferences on Tuesday with a calculated message about the offensive line which gave up 70 sacks last season. How can the team improve up front in 2022? Riley Reiff's future is up in the air after 11 years in the league. Jessie Bates will likely get the franchise tag before next Tuesday's deadline. The Bengals are picking at #31 in this year's NFL draft. Which position will the team target in what is considered a deep first ...
Mar 02, 2022•1 hr
So Sunday didn't turn out as planned. It's probably the one that got away from the Bengals. That said, despite the hurt that's prevailing over more positive emotions, that was one hell of a run and we should celebrate it. Paul and Jay discuss the celebration at Pauley Pavilion, a get-together that honored the Bengals' incredible year. The duo share their other Super Bowl takeaways that they didn't confab about on The Walkout Sunday night. Mo Egger jumps on the podcast to give his impression of t...
Feb 15, 2022•1 hr 29 min
The Lombardi Trophy was within the Bengals' grasp, but in the end, it slipped away. Paul and Jay react to Cincinnati's loss in Super Bowl LVI. A defeat that stings but shouldn't detract from an unforgettable year. 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....
Feb 14, 2022•23 min
Sunday is in sight! But until the day of Super Bowl LVI, Paul and Jay present a monumental episode of HTPG previewing Bengals-Rams. The guys set the scene from LA, discussing the perceived energy and tenor from both fanbases and teams. Afterward, the great Cris Collinsworth speaks his mind about the Bengals' return to the big game, Ja'Marr Chase's greatness, and more. The duo contemplate a bushel of RPBs before segueing into Paul's interview with The Athletic Football Show's host, Robert Mays. T...
Feb 10, 2022•1 hr 38 min
It's time for an all-new edition of The Bengals Lunch Break! Paul and Jay answer Athletic subscribers' questions about the Bengals in The Athletic app. How will Cincinnati deal with Aaron Donald? What has been the team's best postseason play thus far? Has this Super Bowl run saved the Bengals in Cincinnati, and are the Bengals "too cool" now? Follow Paul on Twitter: @pauldehnerjr Follow Jay on Twitter: @JayMorrisonATH Save 33% on a subscription to The Athletic by visiting: theathletic.com/hearth...
Feb 09, 2022•46 min
Super Bowl week is here! Amid flights, car, and scooter rides Paul and Jay kick off this week's SB coverage by asking, "if the Bengals do end up hoisting the Lombardi Trophy, what was the reason for them winning?" The duo list decisive factors in a Bengals Super Bowl victory. CNN correspondent, Mo Egger, joins the podcast to discuss Matt Stafford v. Bengals defense, Jalen Ramsey-Ja'Marr Chase, and more. Could Trey Hendrickson be the key to disrupting Los Angeles' pass game? Optimistic Bobby is t...
Feb 07, 2022•1 hr 4 min
The Bengals will put a Super Bowl-quality team on SoFi Stadium's field on February 13th. But how did this Cincinnati roster reach Super Bowl quality? Paul and Jay speak with Bengals' Director of Player Personnel Duke Tobin, Scouting Director Mike Potts, and scouts Christian Sarkisian and Andrew Johnson about the construction of this championship-contending team. Is it validating seeing the Bengals succeed this year, especially when you consider where this team was not long ago and how sparse the...
Feb 03, 2022•1 hr 8 min
Your weekly Q&A with Paul and Jay in The Athletic app is here in podcast form! The guys provide their thoughts about controlling the Rams' vaunted pass rush. A crucial component to the Bengals' postseason run has been forcing turnovers on defense. But has it all been luck? Has Jessie Bates made himself an invaluable asset moving forward with Cincinnati on the brink of a title? What are the odds the organization re-signs him? Plus, some special teams love! Follow Paul on Twitter: @pauldehnerj...
Feb 02, 2022•39 min
February 13th can't come soon enough. But until then, Paul, Jay, and HTPG's esteemed guests will provide you with the best coverage of the Bengals on their road to the Super Bowl. PDJ and JM confab about the best reactions from Sunday's AFC Championship win, including Ja'Marr Chase's emotional moment and more. What was the secret to Cincinnati's defense's second-half turnaround versus Kansas City? The guys explore Lou Anarumo's adjustments and more. Mo Egger hops on the pod to discuss what a cra...
Feb 01, 2022•1 hr 15 min
It's real. The Bengals are headed to Super Bowl LVI in Los Angeles. Paul and Jay discuss the Bengals improbable win vs. the Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium. The 18-point comeback is the biggest comeback in AFC Championship history. Yes, it's hard to believe. The play of the game was the Bengals goal line stand right before halftime. For the third consecutive playoff game the last play of the game for the Bengals defense was an interception. It's a historic day in franchise history. Hosted on Acast. ...
Jan 31, 2022•22 min
Conference Championship Sunday is in sight! Paul and Jay are joined by The Athletic's Chiefs know-it-all Nate Taylor and Hall of Famer, and Mr. Bengal himself, Anthony Muñoz, to preview Bengals-Chiefs! Before chatting it up with Nate and Anthony, PDJ and JM discuss Vonn Bell's message about relishing and embracing the moment, because you don't know when an opportunity like this will come around again. The duo then zero-in on an exclusive, shortlist of QBs who have returned to the Super Bowl afte...
Jan 27, 2022•1 hr 24 min
The AFC Championship is drawing closer! Paul and Jay reflect on Cincinnati's tumultuous time protecting Joe Burrow against the Titans' pass rush, and what changes the protection unit will need to make before Sunday. Is the Bengals' team chemistry as potent and valuable as it is made out to be? Brian Callahan, Lou Anarumo, and C.J. Uzomah describe Cincy's locker room and how it affects the club off and on the field. Mo Egger joins HTPG to compare and contrast this Bengals team with the 2005 squad...
Jan 25, 2022•1 hr 21 min
In an AFC Championship Game-edition of HTPG, Paul and Jay answer The Athletic subscriber's questions about Saturday's scintillating win, and what Sunday's game versus the Chiefs will hold. 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.
Jan 24, 2022•47 min
WOW. Just...wow. The Bengals are marching into the AFC Championship Game off the heels (foot) of an Evan McPherson game-winning ballista. Paul and Jay react to Cincinnati's 19-16 win over the Titans, and what the unlikely Bengals can prove us wrong about next. 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....
Jan 23, 2022•37 min
In a jam-packed HTPG, Paul and Jay lay it all out on the table, everything you need to know about the Bengals-Titans Divisional Round playoff game can be heard on this pod. The Athletic's Titans writer Joe Rexrode chitchats with Jay about Derrick Henry's workload, the TEN defense, and much more. PDJ and JM uncork the series history between these two clubs before welcoming on The Athletic Football Show's host, Robert Mays. Robert and Paul dive into Cincinnati changing its 'waiting for the other s...
Jan 20, 2022•1 hr 25 min
With questions galore about Saturday's game mounting, Paul and Jay pick through the most pressing queries and share their thoughts about them. With Larry Ogunjobi sidelined, who could Cincinnati sign to fill the void along the defensive line? How will Lou Anarumo's defense approach the Titans' run game, and can Cincinnati handle Tennessee's pass rush? Paul and Jay then expound on Joe Burrow's scalding-hot play as of late. Examining how Zac Taylor and co. have let Burrow cook, and discussing how ...
Jan 18, 2022•1 hr 1 min
As rowdy Cincinnatians begin to wind down their playoff celebrations and turn their attention towards the AFC Divisional round date with the Titans, Paul and Jay field questions from The Athletic subscribers about the Bengals' Wild Card performance as well as what to expect from Tennessee this weekend. 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 aca...
Jan 17, 2022•39 min
THEY DID THE THING. The Bengals wave goodbye to their 31-year playoff winless curse that had been taunting and haunting them for over three decades. Paul and Jay react to Cincinnati's narrow postseason win over Las Vegas and take a deep dive into the matchup that was fraught with drama. 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 f...
Jan 16, 2022•26 min
It's nearly time! Saturday's Super Wild Card clash can't come soon enough, but before Cincinnati's postseason tilt, Paul and Jay discuss playoff expectations for Joe Burrow. Will Burrow's elite regular-season passing proficiency continue and carry through the playoffs? Jay then catches up with The Athletic's Raiders insider, Vic Tafur, to recap Vegas' path to the postseason and what Bengals fans can expect from The Black and Silver. HTPG's Jay-niac reels off crucial Bengals/Radiers stats. Afterw...
Jan 13, 2022•1 hr 20 min
Saturday is the day! Can the Bengals rid themselves of the playoff curse that has tormented them for decades? Paul and Jay hit on a pair of major factors that will impact Cincinnati's chances at victory in the Wild Card. 1) The age-old question remains: Can the Bengals' front line keep Joe Burrow clean, particularly versus a ravenous Raiders rush? 2) Cincinnati has, seemingly, erased their toxic trait, turnovers. But, can they be the aggressors and force Las Vegas into mistakes? Mo Egger jumps o...
Jan 11, 2022•55 min
The inaugural playoff edition of the Bengals Lunch Break on The Athletic app features Paul and Jay answering your postseason questions! How will Joe Burrow and the Bengals offense attack Las Vegas? Will the creepy van from Cincinnati's last playoff win 31-years-ago, make a return? Plus, running back pass-catching plays, keeping Burrow upright, and more! Follow Paul on Twitter: @pauldehnerjr Follow Jay on Twitter: @JayMorrisonATH Save 33% on a subscription to The Athletic by visiting: theathletic...
Jan 10, 2022•35 min
OK, yes, there's no final score displayed in the episode title like a typical Walkout podcast. I know it's different, I get it. But, this "different" is good. The Bengals are the No. 4 seed in the AFC! Paul and Jay react to Cincinnati clinching their seeding and quickly skim over their 21-16 loss to Cleveland. Onto more pressing matters, the Las Vegas Raiders will square off against Cincinnati on Super Wild Card Weekend after an SNF cage match for the ages. PDJ and JM share their opening thought...
Jan 10, 2022•27 min
The Battle for Ohio will close out the regular season for the Bengals and Browns. The Bengals, having more to play for than their intrastate rival, will rest up some of their key players, including Joe Burrow. Paul and Jay take a gander at who all will, will not, and may participate in Sunday's contest. It's award season! The guys muse over which Bengals will win end-of-year honors. One such Bengal is Zac Taylor; will he win Coach of the Year? PDJ and JM debate. Kevin Huber and C.J. Uzomah shine...
Jan 06, 2022•1 hr 12 min
Did HTPG create a new national holiday? Tune in and listen to Paul and Jay as the guys discuss a medley of Bengals-related topics, including if Joe Burrow should sit the final regular-season game; the offense's mindset entering the playoffs and giving credit where credit is due, to Lou Anarumo and the defense. Mo Egger joins the podcast to chitchat about his experience at Bengals-Chiefs. Plus, Mo's bid for a new national holiday that the guys stump for as well. Lastly, PDJ and JM recap last week...
Jan 04, 2022•1 hr 6 min
Another Monday, another live room on The Athletic app hosted by the guys! Paul and Jay field The Athletic subscribers' questions post-Chiefs victory; is it time for Cincinnati to rest their starters? If Quinton Spain isn't healthy enough to go next week (and beyond), who could fill his shoes? Which postseason matchup gives the Bengals the best chance of snapping their winless streak in the playoffs? Plus, who would you rather have today; Joe Burrow or Carson Palmer? Follow Paul on Twitter: @paul...
Jan 03, 2022•43 min
They did the dang thing. The Bengals prevailed over Kansas City in, arguably, the most meaningful game in Paul Brown Stadium's history to clinch the AFC North title. Paul and Jay drill into the victory including Ja'Marr Chase's historic performance, the Bengals, as a team, exorcising its demons, and Zac Taylor's perseverance. Follow Paul on Twitter: @pauldehnerjr Follow Jay on Twitter: @JayMorrisonATH Save 33% on a subscription to The Athletic by visiting: theathletic.com/hearthatpodcastgrowlin ...
Jan 03, 2022•32 min
With a weighty game ahead of Cincinnati, Paul and Jay explore and discuss every nook and cranny of Sunday's bout against the Kansas City Chiefs. The guys hone in on the Bengals' two-game win streak, and Jay shares some three-game win streak stats. The Athletic's Chiefs scrivener Nate Taylor shares his knowledge of KC's defensive improvements, the impetus behind their eight-game win streak, Patrick Mahomes' excellence, and more! Lastly, PDJ and JM examine Cincinnati's blueprint for victory and di...
Dec 30, 2021•1 hr 10 min
Cincinnati's playoff aspirations seem more robust now than they did a few weeks back; however, their path to the postseason hasn't crystallized yet. Paul and Jay discuss myriad playoff scenarios including potential ties in Cincy's final two games. Bengals fans are stargazing about this team's future, but don't take this potential playoff run for granted, you never know what the future holds. Jay delivers stats with more meat than an Arby's Original Roast Beef. Mo then joins the show to praise th...
Dec 28, 2021•1 hr 20 min
