Taylor and Jake reunite after a month off to catch up on all the offseason happenings, including: - the county lease agreement - stadium renovations we would like to see - how Bengals ownership has botched this offseason
Taylor is back for the 150th time, this time talking the 2025 Bengals schedule, including: - the most important stretch of the entire season - possible primetime flex games - Thanksgiving meal plan Plus, where he stands on the Trey Hendrickson contract dispute and why the Bengals don't deserve the benefit of the doubt in multiple facets.
James Rapien from Cincinnati Bengals Talk and Locked On Bengals joins the pod to discuss the draft. What players were the Bengals in on? Is the recent blame on Lou Anarumo fair? Plus, Jake returns stateside and talks process and results as it relates to the draft class of 2025.
Taylor provides a rapid reaction to the Bengals selecting Shemar Stewart in the first round of the 2025 draft, including what made this such a bad process to making the selection.
Taylor and Jake are back at it to talk Bengals draft strategy for Round 1 and beyond, including prospects they should target, positions to avoid, and more. Plus, pooping in peace and setting siblings on fire.
Taylor and Jake celebrate the extensions of Ja'Marr and Tee, while also predicting what happens next with Trey Hendrickson. Also: - the future of the Guard position - the next step in the Front Office evolution - the crispiest Coke location - Mike Hilton the LB2?!
The Bengals have granted Trey Hendrickson permission to seek a trade, right as Free Agency period is set to begin. Taylor talks about the disappointment of the announcement, and how the Bengals continue to shoot themselves in the foot with contract negotiations.
Taylor and Jake reconvene to talk all things offseason, including: - just how long might the Ja'Marr contract linger? - are the Bengals REALLY going to trade a possible Hall of Famer?! - are Gesicki and Hilton gone? - options at pick 17
As soon as the season came to a disappointing ending, the Bengals made changes, firing four from the coaching staff. Taylor and Jake discuss why it was time for Lou to go, possible candidates, and a random Mike Hilton value conversation.
The Bengals win again (do we care?)! Taylor and Jake discuss what the win means for the rest of the season, and then zoom out to discuss the Tee Higgins situation.
The Bengals season has been a disappointment to say the least. Taylor and Jake discuss who holds the most blame for the lost season, including plenty of Geno Stone slander.
The Bengals lost in familiar fashion, again, all but dashing any playoff hopes. What went wrong this season, and what can realistically change over the final month of the season?
Taylor and Gabe spend some time lamenting the impact of the recent loss against Baltimore, including what that means for Lou Anarumo's job beyond 2024. Plus, which players have been the most improved, most disappointing, most surprising so far this season? Are the Bengals REALLY going to make the playoffs?!
Taylor and Jake talk the Week 9 win over the Raiders, including: do we feel any better about the prospects of this team? why Week 10 vs the Ravens is technically not a must win, but kinda is what's next for Jermaine Burton? Plus, Christmas light recommendations!
A win is a win, and you can't start a streak without the first one. Taylor talks about what this win means, whether he's buying in yet, and the huge opportunity that awaits next week in Cleveland.
The Bengals fell to the Ravens and are now 1-4 on the season. Did this loss spell the end of the Lou Anarumo era? What about Zac Taylor's job? Taylor and Jake debate whether the season really is over, and whether sweeping changes should be in store.
The Bengals finally get into the win column, so we don't have to spend an entire episode complaining. Taylor spends time praising the offense and their versatility, while still questioning how this defense will improve enough to compete against good teams.
Taylor is joined in therapy by Matt Edwards from the In The Jungle podcast as they discuss the myriad of issues defensively, the panic level at 0-3, plus a trip down memory lane from another primetime embarrassment of years past.
As the Bengals came up just short against the Chiefs, Taylor recaps the real takeaways from this game. Should we be encouraged? What's the next evolution for this offense?
Taylor turns the page from Week 1 and looks towards the Chiefs game, highlighting some keys to victory, including: - two key role players - taking a page from the Patriots - Burrow's ability to turn things around
After losing to the Patriots in Week 1, there's plenty of blame to go around. In the latest episode, Taylor touches on: Some of the same issues year over year Why Burrow isn't immune to criticism How to fix some of these problems quickly Grouchy old man complaints
Taylor is joined by Alex Barth from Boston's 98.5 The Sports Hub to preview the Bengals Week 1 opponent, the New England Patriots. Additionally, Taylor discusses realistic expectations for the 2024 Bengals, as well as one big question that needs to be answered.
Taylor, Jake and Gabe put a bow on the preseason, and get all caught up on the latest Bengals happenings, including the Ja'Marr Chase saga, Jermaine Burton's role, and a SPICY tight end take
The Bengals finally played a game (albeit an exhibition), and Taylor and Jake are here to talk about what REALLY matters after preseason Week 1.
If you love the Bengals and enjoy betting, you won't want to miss this episode.
Ja'Marr Chase continues to sit out camp amidst contract negotiations, but when will he return? Plus, Jake and Taylor discuss the pass-catching depth and takes a stab on guessing the depth chart.
Bengals beat writer James Rapien joins the show to give his thoughts on some key training camp battles, some best case scenarios, and more.
Training camp is approaching - what things do we hope to see over the next couple of weeks? What things could spell trouble for this team longterm?
Who are some players that could take this season to the next level? John joins Taylor to discuss Myles Murphy and Tee Higgins, and how each can be X Factors in 2024.
The 2024 Schedule is officially here, and Taylor and Jake talk some sneaky fun games, whiny Bengals fans, Super Bowl aspirations, and more!
