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The Cincinnati Bengals officially begin mandatory minicamp today, marking the final major offseason event before the team breaks for summer and turns its attention toward training camp and the 2026 NFL season. Today's podcast is presented by Richter & Phillips! Head to https://richterphillips.com/pages/chatterbox-sports Today's podcast is presented by Sharefax Credit Union! Become a member tod...

Reid Maus and Michael Hart discuss what could go wrong for the Bengals' defense in 2026. 

Zac Taylor joined The Rich Eisen Show and delivered some fascinating insights into Joe Burrow, the Cincinnati Bengals locker room, team chemistry, rookie standouts, and expectations heading into the 2026 NFL season. Today's podcast is presented by QC Kinetix! Call (513) 655-3356 or visit qckinetix.com to learn more One of the biggest takeaways from the interview was Taylor's response to questions...

The Cincinnati Bengals created nearly $10 million in additional salary cap space after restructuring Joe Burrow's contract, and now the big question is: what comes next? Today's podcast is presented by Richter & Phillips! Head to https://richterphillips.com/pages/chatterbox-sports Today's podcast is presented by 78 Cigars! Get your box today: https://www.anthonymunoz.com/anthony-munoz-78-cigar...

The Cincinnati Bengals made a major offseason move by restructuring Joe Burrow's contract, creating an additional $10 million in salary cap space and giving the front office more flexibility heading into the 2026 NFL season. With the Bengals now sitting at roughly $17 million in available cap space, fans are wondering what comes next. Today's podcast is presented by Richter & Phillips! Head to...

The Cincinnati Bengals have officially restructured Joe Burrow's contract, and this move could have massive implications for the future of the franchise. Today's podcast is presented by Richter & Phillips! Head to https://richterphillips.com/pages/chatterbox-sports Today's podcast is presented by Sharefax Credit Union! Become a member today and visit sharefax.org Today's podcast is presented b...

The Cincinnati Bengals are doing something almost unheard of: they're having a completely drama-free offseason. Today's podcast is presented by Richter & Phillips! Head to https://richterphillips.com/pages/chatterbox-sports Today's podcast is presented by Sharefax Credit Union! Become a member today and visit sharefax.org Today's podcast is presented by 78 Cigars! Get your box today: https://w...

The Cincinnati Bengals made two significant moves Tuesday that signal the franchise is going all-in on competing in 2026: restructuring Joe Burrow’s contract and officially signing second-round draft pick Cashius Howell. Together, the decisions impact both the short-term flexibility and long-term direction of the roster. ------------------------------------ Check out our partners ⤵️ Book your appo...

The Cincinnati Bengals continue to get good news this offseason, and the latest development could have a major impact on the AFC North. Myles Garrett has officially been traded from the Cleveland Browns to the Los Angeles Rams, meaning Joe Burrow and the Bengals no longer have to face the NFL's most dominant defensive player twice every season. Today's podcast is presented by Richter & Phillip...

On today's episode of Chatterbox Bengals, Stone Shields breaks down the latest Cincinnati Bengals trade rumors involving veteran running backs James Conner and Alvin Kamara. Could the Bengals be looking to add another proven playmaker behind Chase Brown? ESPN reports that Cincinnati explored running back help this offseason, and we dive into what that could mean for the Bengals' roster heading int...

Kris Jenkins Jr. could emerge as a trade candidate for the Cincinnati Bengals because of the changing makeup of the team's defensive line and questions about his long-term role. A second-round pick in 2024, Jenkins has shown flashes as a run defender and rotational interior lineman, but he has yet to develop into the disruptive three-down force Cincinnati hoped for when it drafted him. Through his...

Reid pops in your feed to discuss Kay Adams' take that the Bengals are in a Super Bowl or Bust season. 

The Cincinnati Bengals OTA offseason program is officially in the books, and there are plenty of encouraging signs coming out of Phase 3 workouts. In this episode of Chatterbox Bengals, Stone Shields breaks down the biggest OTA takeaways, including the impressive buy-in from players, the intense energy surrounding the team, and the noticeable lack of offseason drama that has often surrounded the B...

Reid pops in your feed to complain about Colin Cowherd's Top 10 Offseason moves list... which left off Dexter Lawrence to the Bengals. 

Day 1 of Cincinnati Bengals OTAs had the usual early-offseason tone: installation work, light competitive periods, and a heavy emphasis on communication rather than contact. With most veterans easing back into rhythm and younger players trying to carve out roles, two names that stood out in the early narrative were tight end Erick All and safety Bryan Cook. Today's video is presented by QC Kinetix...

At his annual youth football camp at Sycamore High School over the weekend, Cincinnati Bengals star wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase addressed one of the biggest storylines of the team's offseason: his absence from voluntary Organized Team Activities (OTAs). With fans and media questioning why he has not participated in recent practices, Chase made it clear that his decision is part of a personal train...

The AFC North landscape may have changed in a massive way after the Cleveland Browns decided to move on from superstar pass rusher Myles Garrett, and in this episode of Chatterbox Bengals Craig Sandlin and Reid Maus break down exactly what the blockbuster trade means for the Cincinnati Bengals moving forward. ------------------------------------ Check out our partners ⤵️   Book your appointment at...

Craig Sandlin and Reid Maus kick off a new era of Chatterbox Bengals featuring DAILY podcasts 365 days a year. They discuss the top 5 story lines heading into Monday's OTAs including multiple on the defensive side of the ball, WR3 battle, and the O-Line.  ----------------------------------- Check out our partners ⤵️   Book your appointment at Richter & Phillips today: https://richterphillips.c...

The Cincinnati Bengals may not have the offseason drama they had a year ago, but there are still MASSIVE storylines surrounding this team entering 2026. In today’s episode, we react to questions from Paul Dehner Jr.’s latest Bengals mailbag and dive into the biggest conversations surrounding the future of the franchise. Today's podcast is presented by Richter & Phillips! Head to https://richte...

The Cincinnati Bengals just announced their newest Ring of Honor nominees, and there are already BIG debates breaking out across Bengals Nation. Did the Bengals handle this process the right way? Should all of the older legends have already been inducted together? And why are franchise icons like AJ Green, James Brooks, David Fulcher, Andrew Whitworth, Geno Atkins, and Cris Collinsworth all compet...

Joe Burrow is LOCKED IN heading into the 2026 Cincinnati Bengals season, and the latest OTA observations from Bengals radio voice Dan Hoard are giving fans even more reason to believe this team could be special. In today’s video, we break down Dan Hoard’s biggest takeaways from Bengals practice, including Joe Burrow staying after practice to work on deep-ball chemistry with rookie wide receiver Ko...

Bengals fans, this defensive line could decide EVERYTHING in 2026. Today's podcast is presented by Richter & Phillips! Head to https://richterphillips.com/pages/chatterbox-sports Today's podcast is presented by Sharefax Credit Union! Become a member today and visit sharefax.org Today's podcast is presented by 78 Cigars! Get your box today: https://www.anthonymunoz.com/anthony-munoz-78-cigars I...

The Cincinnati Bengals are making moves — but are they one big free-agent signing away from becoming true Super Bowl contenders? In today’s episode, we break down FOUR major NFL free agents that could still help elevate the Bengals roster heading into the 2026 NFL season. Today's podcast is presented by Sharefax Credit Union! Become a member today and visit sharefax.org  Today's podcast is present...

Bill Barnwell created plenty of debate when he labeled the Cincinnati Bengals trade for Dexter Lawrence their worst move of the offseason. The Bengals sent the No. 10 overall pick to the New York Giants in exchange for the star defensive tackle, then handed Lawrence a lucrative extension to anchor the middle of their defense. On paper, it looks like an aggressive all-in move by a franchise trying...

Joe Burrow contract restructure rumors are heating up after a new report from Charlie Clifford of WLWT revealed that the Cincinnati Bengals are not expected to restructure Burrow’s deal ahead of the 2026 NFL season. In today’s episode, we break down what that means for the Bengals salary cap, why Cincinnati may be choosing patience over aggression, and whether the front office is making the right...