An epic, jam-packed episode to celebrate the 100th episode of The Unofficial Bengals Podcast!In this episode, I tell a quick story on how the podcast came about, review the current headlines, injuries, and roster moves, as well as preview the Week 1 game against the Steelers - including their roster, and strategies & concerns for when we are on both offense and defense.Then, a roundtable discussion with our esteemed panelists - longtime regulars of the show, Tom McLeavey and Justin Lacey, as...
Sep 05, 2022•1 hr 40 min•Season 3Ep. 100
In this episode, I review the headlines from the joint practices, analyze the 3rd preseason game, and I give my version of the 53-man roster, practice squad, PUP list, and cuts.The roster is my wheelhouse in covering this team - I go over the starters, backups, and the reasons why some players will make the team, and some players won't, along with my strategies if I were the GM of the Cincinnati Bengals...The lovely Monika MC's, and The Man, Evan McPherson, lends his stamp of approval.I promise ...
Aug 29, 2022•31 min•Season 3Ep. 99
In this episode, I review the headlines, the roster moves, the injuries, the Thad Moss block, and all of the breakdowns from preseason game #2. A 30-minute quick dive into all things Bengals that is intended to get you through the week!Dax Hill, Cordell Volson, the rookie defensive linemen, the play of the backup QB's, Chris Evans, Kendric Pryor, the return of Jessie Bates, the disrespect from 'the NFL's top 100 players' list, and much, much more.Tom McLeavey stops in for another 'McLeavey Minut...
Aug 23, 2022•36 min•Season 3Ep. 98
A review of the current Bengals' headlines as well as a deep dive into the first preseason game of the 2022 season, including the offensive line play, Dax Hill, Chris Evans, Carter & Gunter on the d-line, the trials and tribulations of an NFL prospect trying to make it to the big show, who showed up and who didn't - and much, much more.I break down the performance of the position groups, as well as the injuries, the players who were waived, a plea to the front office regarding fixing the bac...
Aug 16, 2022•40 min•Season 3Ep. 97
Training camp is in full swing, and The Unofficial Bengals Podcast breaks down all of the headlines, reviews of the practices, transactions, injuries, roster battles, and a bunch of other news.Justin Lacey stops in with some words on the AFC North race, Ja'Marr Chase, Hayden Hurst, Jessie Bates, and a message to the team on how to avoid the 'Super Bowl Hangover'.Then I answer the questions submitted to the 'Hobson's Choice' column on bengals.com, including the white uniforms, Carman v. Volson, t...
Aug 04, 2022•58 min•Season 3Ep. 96
Keeping tabs on the Bengals roster is one of my favorite things to do, and this episode does just that! I discuss each position group, player by player, regarding where they stand on the team, how they can contribute, and what this season may have in store for them. It's a deep, lighthearted dive into what we can expect this year, and why we're going to contend for another Super Bowl.I also give my perspective on current Bengals' headlines, including The Ring of Honor, the new helmets, the PUP l...
Jul 27, 2022•1 hr 12 min•Season 3Ep. 95
This may be the quintessential episode of The Unofficial Bengals Podcast...Joe Danneman, who closely covers the Bengals for Fox19 News in Cincinnati, stops in for a series of amazing behind-the-scenes stories about so many interesting Bengals topics:- On the field with a camera for Evan McPherson's game winning kick in the playoffs against Tennessee, and the up close interactions/reactions of Burrow, Mixon, Boyd and Co.- Covering the Bengal's Super Bowl on the field with A-List celebrities nearb...
Jul 06, 2022•1 hr 13 min•Season 3Ep. 94
In this episode I review the news from OTA's - the progress of the rookies, Joe Burrow and the skill position players, Coach Callahan's approach to improving the team, Ja'Marr Chase in the slot, Tee Higgins' shoulder, the injury list, Chris Henry's son, the lack of the respect the Bengals are still getting, some news from across the NFL, and more!Then I take on the questions that were asked on the Hobson's Choice column on Bengals.com ranging from the trenches, to the roster, to potential person...
Jun 13, 2022•35 min•Season 3Ep. 93
A thorough review of the Bengal's 2022 schedule from top to bottom - the matchups, the order, the road games, the busy primetime schedule, weather, travel, and breaking the season into 4 sections.This episode also covers headlines, undrafted free agents, and a dive into the psyche of players - from Jessie Bates to Ryan Tannehill. I also take on some questions that were submitted to Bengals.com, ranging from Jackson Carman to the Ring of Honor.Tom McLeavey brings another scathing episode of 'The ...
May 26, 2022•55 min•Season 3Ep. 92
A complete review of the Bengals 2022 draft - philosophies, how the draft went, the draft picks and their impact on the roster, and the strategy of picking hybrid and position-versatile players. I also review the current headlines, such as the Huber extension, Jonah Williams' 5th year option, and more.Then, Sans stops in with his thoughts on the draft and the individual players. Then Justin Lacey discusses the draft, and the impact of drafting 3 DB's on the psyche of Jessie Bates and Vonn Bell.T...
May 05, 2022•44 min•Season 3Ep. 91
Welcome to The Unofficial Bengals Podcast 2022 draft preview! In this episode, I review draft strategies, philosophies, and predictions for the Bengals 2022 Draft, as well as some eye-opening observations from the last five drafts that you have to hear.Next, Corey O'Neal from The Greased Pole Podcast delivers a 'Mel Kiper-like' analysis of the draft, with the charismatic, humorous style that has made him a top-level podcaster. Then, Bengals Storm, a Bengals influencer on Instagram, stops in with...
Apr 22, 2022•1 hr 12 min•Season 3Ep. 90
A knowledgeable and passionate roundtable discussion with The Unofficial Bengals Podcast team that is guaranteed to get you your Bengals fix, and keep you entertained while we all anxiously await the draft. The differences in style and expertise amongst these talented guests make for some interesting discussions. The 'tell it like it is' honesty of Tom McLeavey, the top-level football knowledge of Sans, and the 'next big star' personality of Justin Lacey make up what I like to call my podcasting...
Apr 14, 2022•1 hr 19 min•Season 3Ep. 89
What an exciting first week of free agency! In this episode, I discuss who the Bengals signed, who the Bengals chose not to re-sign, and who the Bengals would like to sign - both from around the league and from our own roster. We welcome aboard the new linemen and tight end, as well as welcome back several key current Bengals, such as Jessie Bates, BJ Hill, and Clark Harris, amongst others.Then, Evan McPhillips from @BengalsStats drops in to review 5 interesting stats from this Super Bowl team, ...
Mar 22, 2022•1 hr•Season 3Ep. 88
Season 3 of The Unofficial Bengals Podcast gets off to a bombastic start! One of the longest episodes ever, to help fill the void from lack of Bengals football. Your boy never runs out of things to talk about regarding this team!I go over each position group and basically the entire roster with 2021 performance evaluations, I take on questions that were asked of Geoff Hobson from Bengals.com, review current headlines, acknowledge the Bengal MVP's, and then Sans stops by to talk about our current...
Mar 03, 2022•1 hr 18 min•Season 3Ep. 87
It took a few extra days to get this episode out, because it was tough re-watching the game, but man, what a season! As Joe Burrow said, 'It's a great time to be a Bengal, and a great time to be a fan of Bengals'...so true.This episode is a review of the Super Bowl - all aspects. You can hear the emotion in the voices of myself and the guests. I break down the feelings that go along with a tough loss like this, as well as review the game in detail. Sans talks about where our strategy may have fa...
Feb 18, 2022•1 hr 10 min•Season 2Ep. 86
Here we are...Super Bowl Week. It is surreal - if I'm dreaming right now, please don't wake me.This episode is a preview of the Super Bowl, including headlines, strategic ideas, analysis of the Rams, keys to the game, what it's like to spend a lifetime rooting for this team, and much, much more.Sans stops by with some detailed analysis of the keys of the game, I answer some of the biggest questions on Bengals fans minds, and special guest Lukas Armborst from Germany gives an inspirational messag...
Feb 10, 2022•59 min•Season 2Ep. 85
The Bengals are in the Super Bowl! The Bengals are in the Super Bowl!! THE BENGALS ARE IN THE SUPER BOWL!!!In this episode we celebrate the great success of our favorite team, as well as review the amazing and thrilling AFC Championship Game versus the Chiefs. Headlines, observations, analysis of key plays, individual performances, as well as game flow, and the post-game ceremony.Congratulations to Joe Burrow, Mr. Brown, the front office, the coaching staff, and the players for bringing great su...
Feb 03, 2022•59 min•Season 2Ep. 84
Here we are Bengals fans, what are we witnessing here?This episode begins with my review of the huge victory over the Titans - including headlines, observations, and analysis of coaching, officiating, key plays and individual performances. I discuss Burrow's poise under pressure and winning mentality, Ja'Marr Chase's impact on this team and football IQ when breaking down his approach to running routes and attacking the defense, Mixon, Higgins, Uzomah, the offensive line, Reader, Bates, the inter...
Jan 26, 2022•1 hr 6 min•Season 2Ep. 83
You can feel the emotion of 31 years in the making in this episode. I feel that the first 10 minutes of this episode is by far, the most passionate podcast I have recorded up to this point.I talk about the feeling of dedicating your life to this team and its success, and then a complete review of where we are at this point in time - the defensive line, the upcoming opponents, and the accomplishments of this team and Joe Burrow.Then I break down the Raiders game, including headlines, observations...
Jan 19, 2022•1 hr 15 min•Season 2Ep. 82
An electrifying episode featuring the full Unofficial Bengals Podcast Squad! I review one of the greatest wins in Bengals' history versus the Chiefs - including headlines, observations, key plays, and the performances by Joe Burrow, Jamarr Chase, and the entire roster - as well as my opinions on how to approach the upcoming Browns game.Then...Sans reviews the offensive line's performance against the Chiefs, the defense's 2nd half approach, and his thoughts on the Browns game; Tom McLeavey review...
Jan 05, 2022•1 hr 14 min•Season 2Ep. 81
The nation is finally recognizing the team that we believed in all along! This episode reviews the amazing performances by Joe Burrow, Joe Mixon, and our one-of-a-kind group of receivers against the Ravens, including current headlines, observations, key plays, and reviews of game flow and individual performances.Justin Lacey stops in with some inspiring truths for the team and fan base, and I preview the all-important upcoming matchup with the Chiefs, including concerns, strategies, and a detail...
Dec 29, 2021•48 min•Season 2Ep. 80
Now it's starting to get real, and we are close to achieving what we set out to do since the NFL season started. Check out our path to making the playoffs - as well as a review of the Bengals/Broncos game including highlights, observations, and analysis of coaching, key plays, and individual performances. (With special props to Joe Burrow, Tyler Boyd, Evan McPherson, Trey Hendrickson, Khalid Kareem, and the entire defensive line.)Then I break down the biggest game of the year, the upcoming Week ...
Dec 21, 2021•37 min•Season 2Ep. 79
Welcome to a complete review of the exciting matchup against the 49ers, complete with headlines, observations, and analysis of key plays, players, and our hero - Joe Burrow. Then it all goes down! Justin Lacey stops in for some words on the divisional race, Sans gives his expert analysis on what went wrong against the 49ers, I give some ideas, thoughts, and analysis on how to defeat the Broncos, The Madd Backer, Adrian Ross, lends his stamp of approval, and the lovely and vivacious Monika MC's t...
Dec 15, 2021•57 min•Season 2Ep. 78
An entertaining review of the tough home loss against the Chargers with observations, current headlines, and analysis of key players and key plays. Tom McLeavey stops in for a discussion of the Bearcats success and the Bengals current status. Then I preview strategies, ideas, and concerns for the upcoming 49ers game. The lovely Monika MC's the episode, and The Madd Backer, Adrian Ross, gives his stamp of approval.No one talks Bengals quite like The Unofficial Bengals Podcast! Learn more about yo...
Dec 09, 2021•38 min•Season 2Ep. 77
They say that this is 'the biggest NFL season ever' because of the 17 games, and I'm going to say that this is 'the biggest Unofficial Bengals Podcast ever' as well - because we bring in heavyweight guest after heavyweight guest.I lead off with some observations and analysis of the blowout win over the Steelers with all the fixin's, and then the floodgates open...Justin Lacey delivers an enlightening and entertaining monologue like only he can deliver - get this man his own show! Football expert...
Dec 01, 2021•1 hr 12 min•Season 2Ep. 76
If you want to revel in the Bengals victory and also have a deep dislike for the Steelers, this is the episode for you. I review all aspects of the Raiders game, including observations, key plays, and analysis of individual performances. (Lots of Burrow analysis, as always - the man deserves it.)Then the floodgates open...Tom McLeavey talks about the state of the organization, and also gives a well-deserved shout out to the Bearcats, Justin Lacey brings the real takes on not only the Bengals, bu...
Nov 25, 2021•1 hr 7 min•Season 2Ep. 75
A very special episode that features a roundtable of myself, Tom McLeavey, Sans, and Justin Lacey where we discuss all of the most interesting topics on Bengals' fans minds - from the upcoming schedule, to the performance of the free agents, to the highlights of the year, how to get past the Browns, X's & O's, psyche, some rapid-fire lighthearted questions, and much, much more.I am lucky to have three guests that are all entertaining, dynamic, and knowledgeable enough to host their own shows...
Nov 16, 2021•1 hr 13 min•Season 2Ep. 74
In this episode, I review the 2021 season up to this week's bye. What this team has done, where it's heading, observations, key factors, biggest plays, the upcoming schedule, and the performances of each position group's starters & main backups. I also begrudgingly review the recent disaster against the Browns, complete with current headlines, observations, key plays, and individual performances. A rare 'guest-less' episode of the podcast - so it's all on me...Get your Bengals fix here, and ...
Nov 10, 2021•58 min•Season 2Ep. 73
A therapeutic review of the Jets game complete with observations, headlines, analysis of individual performances, and key plays. X's & O's expert Sans stops in to explain what went wrong on defense, Justin Lacey brings some inspirational perspective, and Mat Mendez gives an interesting anecdote of watching the game at a wedding surrounded by Jets fans. I then preview the Browns game with strategic ideas and areas of concern, The Madd Backer Adrian Ross gives his stamp of approval, and the lo...
Nov 03, 2021•58 min•Season 2Ep. 72
A celebration of one of the biggest wins of the last few years! I analyze the key plays and give some observations from the game, as well as a run through individual and position group performances. Sans stops in with some unique insight on the game, and Mario Mulave from @intothebengalverse gives some great perspectives on the game, and on the team moving forward. I preview the Jets game, complete with strategic ideas, and analysis of our opponent, the lovely Monika MC's the whole affair, and T...
Oct 27, 2021•54 min•Season 2Ep. 71
