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Locked On Bengals - Daily Podcast On The Cincinnati Bengals

Locked On Podcast Network, James Rapien, Jake Liscow

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Locked On Bengals podcast is your daily ticket to stay ahead of the game and the first to know the latest news, analysis, and insider info for the Cincinnati Bengals and the National Football League. Hosted by football analysts James Rapien and Jake Liscow, the Locked On Bengals podcast provides your daily Bengals fix with expert, local analysis, and coverage of all aspects of the venerable Bengals franchise. Locked On Bengals takes you beyond the scoreboard for the inside scoops on the bigg ...
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The Cincinnati Bengals won a preseason game for the first time since 2022! Jake Liscow and James Rapien break down how Joe Burrow fared in his 3 drives of preseason action that included a sensational touchdown pass to Charlie Jones to finish, but a bad sack that ended his second drive. Plus, Mitch Tinsley's breakout night, Dalton Risner's impending…
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Multiple reports on Sunday claimed the Bengals are listening to trade offers for All-Pro defensive end Trey Hendrickson after negotiations hit an impasse. That's embarrassing news no matter how you interpret it, but Jake Liscow is skeptical that anything has truly changed in the last few weeks between the Bengals and Hendrickson. Jake and James Rap…
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Cordell Volson has a shoulder injury, Cody Ford was on the rehab field, and Zac Taylor didn't have a confident answer about the right guard battle on Saturday. Jake Liscow and James Rapien break down the deteriorating state of the Bengals' right guard position and offensive line depth, wondering if the team will be moved to find external help. Mean…
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Cincinnati Bengals star quarterback Joe Burrow was a tier one quarterback in Mike Sando’s annual rankings. Sando interviewed 50 NFL sources including head coaches, general managers and executives. Burrow was ahead of Lamar Jackson and Josh Allen, tied with Patrick Mahomes. James Rapien and Jake Liscow react to the rankings and Dan Orlovsky’s QB tra…
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Joe Burrow isn't supposed to get hit in practice, but Shemar Stewart stumbled into him with enough force to knock the Bengals' star QB down, and a scuffle broke out at training camp practice Wednesday. The guys break down how it went down, including Ted Karras' reaction that took accountability for protection issues, but also took pride in "handlin…
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Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Jermaine Burton is dealing with a knee injury. James Rapien and Jake Liscow discuss Burton's status, plus they share the latest injury news on key players like B.J. Hill and Joseph Ossai. They also talk about Tuesday's practice, which included a first for Joe Burrow and plenty of big plays on both sides of the ball!…
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With one preseason game in the books, the roster bubble is shifting for the Cincinnati Bengals. Jake Liscow and James Rapien break down who's moving up and who's moving down as they try to sort through the crowded tight end room, and identify the serious battles at the edge of the roster. Join the Locked On Bengals Insider Community! https://joinsu…
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The Bengals are shifting their depth chart and development plans after their first preseason game. Jake Liscow and James Rapien catch you up on all the changes we're seeing in practices! In the wake of a minor hamstring injury for Geno Stone, they're throwing everything at the wall at safety. Plus, Jalen Rivers has moved to right guard with the sec…
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Joe Burrow dazzled in his preseason debut against the Eagles, completing 9 of 10 passes for 123 yards and two touchdowns. Dive into why Burrow looked better than 2024's Week 1, and standout performances from Ja'Marr Chase and Chase Brown. But concerns linger on defense - can the pass rush improve before the regular season? Jake Liscow and James Rap…
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Will Joe Burrow debut in midseason form in the Cincinnati Bengals' preseason opener against the Philadelphia Eagles? The star quarterback's performance takes center stage as the team aims to start faster in 2025. Jake Liscow and James Rapien break down key position battles, including the offensive line shake-up and wide receiver competition. Plus, …
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The Cincinnati Bengals' preseason plan is set, with Joe Burrow expected to take meaningful snaps. The guys discuss Zac Taylor's plan, plus the latest injury updates to Mike Gesicki, Amarius Mims and plenty of others! James Rapien and Jake Liscow also talk about Jalen Rivers, the offensive line plan, the Bengals' 2025 NFL Draft class and more! Join …
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The Bengals starting offense scored touchdowns on 5 of 6 tries on Sunday in unscripted 11-on-11s. Jake Liscow and James Rapien break down everything that happened as Joe Burrow spread the ball around efficiently and dominantly to all his receivers, and the running game moved well with Chase Brown and Tahj Brooks. We also cover injury updates as the…
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Fans piled into Paycor Stadium's lower bowl on Saturday to take in a Bengals practice in person. Jake Liscow and James Rapien break down the trench one-on-one battles that favored Myles Murphy, Shemar Stewart, and TJ Slaton, while 11-on-11 protection and run blocking held up for plenty of success for the offense. Plus, we're keeping an eye on Amari…
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Noah Fant brings athleticism and versatility to the Cincinnati Bengals tight end room, and adds depth to a skill group that is already deep. Jake Liscow and James Rapien break down the news that Fant is signing up to play in Joe Burrow's offense, before we dive into a training camp practice featuring a DJ Turner bounce back performance that led the…
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Trey Hendrickson has reported for training camp after incurring several days of $50,000 fines, and now will hold in instead of holding out. The Bengals need his services, so Jake Liscow and James Rapien catch you up on what Trey had to say after practice on Wednesday, including his need for "security" and mutual desire between the team and player i…
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The Cincinnati Bengals have made progress on extension talks with Trey Hendrickson, but a significant gap remains on guaranteed money. Jake Liscow and James Rapien break down the latest on Hendrickson and dive into the themes through 5 days of training camp, including consistency from Joe Burrow and his skill players, and what we're buying from the…
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The defense continues to finish practices strong at Bengals training camp, and today that featured flashes on consecutive plays from Shemar Stewart in his second practice with the team. Jake Liscow and James Rapien break down how Stewart showed up on Monday on another day that the defense stiffened in the Red Zone against Joe Burrow and the Bengals…
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Shemar Stewart is present and accounted for and made his Bengals training camp debut on Sunday. Jake Liscow and James Rapien break down Stewart's premier, including a his first play in 11-on-11 where he was triple-teamed. Stewart also talked at his locker, hopefully dispelling attitude concerns, and highlight standout moments from Joe Burrow, Chase…
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Shemar Stewart has finally agreed to terms with the Cincinnati Bengals and will imminently report for training camp. Jake Liscow and James Rapien break it down in a bonus episode as the Bengals got their default language in the deal, and Stewart got a little bit more up-front money to sweeten the pot. Spilt milk is spilt milk, but at least we can p…
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Joe Burrow connected with Ja'Marr Chase for a one-handed touchdown catch to highlight Friday's practice that was littered with wide receivers converting red zone opportunities. Jake Liscow and James Rapien break down the big day, from Chase's highlight to Tee Higgins, Jermaine Burton, Andrei Iosivas, and Isaiah Williams, as depth showed up. Plus, w…
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Joe Burrow and the Bengals offense bounced back during Thursday's practice, highlighted by deep passes to Tee Higgins. Jake Liscow and James Rapien break down how the offense opened up, the defense's response, and all of the observations from a sweltering practice session. We also analyze Noah Fant's potential signing and how his versatility could …
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The Cincinnati Bengals' defense had an energetic start to training camp as Joe Burrow admitted they won the day. Jake Liscow and James Rapien take you into day 1 of Bengals training camp, including takeaways from Burrow's remarks about playing in the preseason and Wednesday's practice, and observations of deep linebacker rotations and the early rot…
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After Bengals owner Mike Brown expressed optimism that a deal would come together with Trey Hendrickson, the guaranteed money gap was too large and it became clear that Hendrickson would begin his holdout on Tuesday morning. Jake Liscow and James Rapien break down the latest in the Hendrickson holdout saga. Plus, we get to injury updates as B.J. Hi…
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Cincinnati Bengals owner Mike Brown expressed optimism about contract talks with Trey Hendrickson on Monday. He also weighed in on the "foolish" or "silly" contract drama with Shemar Stewart. James Rapien and Jake Liscow dive into the latest on negotiations with Hendrickson and Stewart, including another volley between Stewart's agent, Zac Hiller, …
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Demetrius Knight Jr. signed his rookie contract in time to report with the rest of the Bengals' 2025 draft class - besides Shemar Stewart - on Saturday. Jake Liscow and James Rapien break down why Knight's deal took so long and whether to expect Stewart drama to come to an end any time soon. Plus, we wrap up our training camp previews with the back…
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Locked On NFL's Top 100 players is out, and the guys have some issues! Whether it's Joe Burrow and Ja'Marr Chase's place in the top 10, the inclusion of a rookie or a kicker, or Tee Higgins being entirely absent from the list, Jake Liscow and James Rapien dive into their disagreements with this year's Top 100. Join the Locked On Bengals Insider Com…
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We're back to worrying about Joe Burrow's offensive line as the Bengals are primed for another guard battle in 2025 training camp. Jake Liscow and James Rapien dive into Dylan Fairchild's chances to hit the ground running at left guard, and the Lucas Patrick-Cody Ford competition at right guard, and how concerning the guard situation really is. Plu…
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Ja'Marr Chase, Tee Higgins, and Joe Burrow comprise the engine that drives the Bengals. But continuity for Andrei Iosivas, Mike Gesicki, and Chase Brown as their roles evolve along the stars, should be difference-makers for Cincinnati in 2025. Jake Liscow and James Rapien break down the clear strength of the roster, and what they're looking for in …
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Contract negotiations with Trey Hendrickson and rookie Shamar Stewart hang in the balance, potential distractions looming before Bengals training camp next week. Jake Liscow and James Rapien dissect the potential fallout from holdouts, interior line concerns, and the critical development of young players like McKinnley Jackson and Kris Jenkins Jr. …
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Joe Burrow's preseason is, as always, a hot topic as Cincinnati Bengals training camp approaches. As we begin our training camp preview series, hosts Jake Liscow and James Rapien dissect Burrow's potential for another MVP-caliber season, exploring the benefits of continuity with receivers like Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins. They analyze strategies …
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Cincinnati Bengals star Joe Burrow starred in Netflix's Quarterback. James Rapien and Jake Liscow give their top takeaways from the series, discuss the viral clips, including Burrow's process, mindset, what sets him apart from Jared Goff and Kirk Cousins and so much more! Join the Locked On Bengals Insider Community! https://joinsubtext.com/lockedo…
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As NFL training camps approach, ranking season is kicking off across media outlets, and the Cincinnati Bengals' skill group isn't quite at the top of the list. Jake and James break down Bill Barnwell's skill position rankings before diving into Chase Brown and the Bengals' DTs getting no votes in their respective top 10 rankings. Join the Locked On…
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The Cincinnati Bengals may need some lottery tickets to hit to compete for a #1 seed in 2025. Jake Liscow and James Rapien break it down from scratch-offs to the biggest longshots who could help the Bengals take a leap despite risky profiles as they look for potential unexpected breakouts for this season. Join the Locked On Bengals Insider Communit…
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Trey Hendrickson should lead the Cincinnati Bengals' pass rush again in 2025, but who else will step up and contribute is a question that could define the season with a defense in transition. Jake Liscow and James Rapien break down how important it is that the Bengals figure out getting after the passer, and whether Shemar Stewart can be the guy th…
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Which defenses will give Joe Burrow and the Cincinnati Bengals offense the most trouble in 2025? The AFC North is stacking up, with the Pittsburgh Steelers adding Jalen Ramsey and the Baltimore Ravens bringing in Jaire Alexander. But don't sleep on out-of-division threats like the Denver Broncos and Detroit Lions. Jake Liscow and James Rapien break…
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There's no time like the end of June to try to figure out who the Cincinnati Bengals will keep on their initial 53-man roster. Before training camp battles have played out with their surprise breakouts and head-turners, Jake and James take a stab at the roster locks and bubble battles that will dominate training camp stories in August. Join the Loc…
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The Hamilton County commissioners approved the framework of a new lease for the Cincinnati Bengals and Paycor Stadium that will keep the team in Cincinnati through 2036. Jake and James break down why this is a win-win, the scope of the deal, and how it came together. The team fulfills its desire to stay put, the county caps its liability and gets m…
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Is rookie linebacker Demetrius Knight poised to be a day one starter for the Cincinnati Bengals? Jake Liscow and James Rapien analyze Knight's potential impact alongside veterans like Logan Wilson and Oren Burks. Then, they dive into the heated right guard competition, exploring whether Jalen Rivers or Matt Lee could challenge veterans Cody Ford an…
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Who will be the game-changers for the Cincinnati Bengals in 2025? From Dax Hill's defensive impact to Amarius Mims' evolution in the run game, this episode breaks down the key players who could elevate Cincinnati's 2025 season. Jake and James explore how new defensive coordinator Al Golden might unlock the team's talent, and how important it is for…
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Is Zac Taylor's job with the Cincinnati Bengals on the line in 2025? We dive into the complexities surrounding the head coach's future, the Bengals' unique handling of coaching decisions, Taylor's contract situation, and the pivotal factors that could make or break his future in Cincinnati. Join the Locked On Bengals Insider Community! https://join…
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The Cincinnati Bengals resumed communication with Trey Hendrickson about his contract and future, a sign for optimism that there will be a resolution. Jake Liscow and James Rapien break down potential good news on the Hendrickson front, then dive into Zac Taylor's updated training camp and preseason plan as the Bengals' head coach is making changes…
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Joe Burrow is primed to light up the NFL after an MVP-worthy 2024 campaign. Jake Liscow and James Rapien dive into the Bengals' star quarterback's offseason that looks ahead of schedule thanks to continuity and trust with his receiving targets. Plus, we get into the state of the Bengals' offensive guard competition with Dylan Fairchild in pole posi…
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Contract controversy rocks the Cincinnati Bengals as rookie Shemar Stewart's absence from minicamp steals the spotlight. What's behind this unexpected standoff between the first-round pick and the NFL franchise? Jake and James dissect the intricacies of Stewart's contract dispute, analyzing the language causing friction and its implications for fut…
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Contract drama is BACK for the Cincinnati Bengals as star players Shemar Stewart and Trey Hendrickson clash with management. Jake Liscow and James Rapien dissect Stewart's bold statements and Hendrickson's minicamp absence, exploring their potential impact on team chemistry. Joe Burrow acknowledged the distractions, but there's a silver lining: the…
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The Cincinnati Bengals are 18th in Pro Football Focus' NFL roster rankings. Is it too low? What needs to happen for the Bengals to move up? James Rapien and Jake Liscow react to the rankings, discuss some of the major question marks on the roster and explain why it's too low, even after the Bengals finished 9-8 in each of the past two seasons. Join…
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Even with Aaron Rodgers reportedly joining the Pittsburgh Steelers, the AFC North pecking order feels unchanged. The Cincinnati Bengals have to get through the Baltimore Ravens and a generally annoying division, so Jake Liscow and James Rapien break down the rest of the division looking for how they've improved as they try to set the division's pow…
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While Bengals fans are waiting to see what will happen with Jermaine Burton's second year in the NFL, Tee Higgins was effusive with his praise for Andrei Iosivas on Tuesday after an OTA practice. Jake Liscow and James Rapien break down why Yoshi should still be seen as a clear WR3 for the Bengals' prolific passing offense. Plus, we dive into the bi…
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There's a hype train building for Jermaine Burton, but we're still waiting for some first-hand proof that he's going to take a leap in year 2. Jake Liscow and James Rapien break down their expectations for the Bengals' talented 2nd-year WR who could be one of the biggest X-Factors for the 2025 Bengals season. Plus, a long conversation about the Rin…
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Shemar Stewart still isn't practicing, and his dad disclosing details about the negation adds fuel to the fire as Bengals fans are enduring an offseason of dramatic reporting about Stewart and Trey Hendrickson after surviving the Tee Higgins and Ja'Marr Chase sagas. Jake Liscow and James Rapien break down why it's so ugly this year, the intrigue ar…
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We've said it once, we've said it a hundred times: Al Golden has his work cut out for him in getting the Cincinnati Bengals' defense to bounce back in 2025. Jake Liscow is joined by Joe Goodberry to discuss how exactly that could happen, including how scheme can help veterans like Cam Taylor-Britt and Geno Stone bounce back, and how development wil…
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