Bleav in Cincy

Jason and Alex are back to discuss the fact Joe Burrow is practicing in full and all signs point to him making a return in 2025. They discuss whether or not he should. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this episode: Joe Burrow was a full participant at practice this week. Is he going to play sooner than expected? What are the expectations for Burrow and the Bengals upon his return at 3-7? What's the impetus behind Burrow's rushed return? The Bengals are in the headlines in the worst way after their loss to the Steelers. What challenges do the Patriots provide this Sunday? And more! Hosted by...

The Bengals are like a super-manipulative party who convinces you they are going to change just as you are about to give up on the relationship. They lost the must win game a week ago, and yet a glimmer of hop appears in Cartier glasses. Joe Burrow was a full participant at practice this week, which as we all know in light of the Lamar Jackson saga means he is not just practice but taking starter...

Jason and Alex are refreshed after the bye week, but they're not overly confident the Cincinnati Bengals used that week off to make any improvements that will matter. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this episode: Joe Burrow returned to practice as of Monday, and the team has some big decisions ahead. What are the pros and cons with each quarterback, given where the schedule lands and how things have looked under Joe Flacco thus far. Between accrued injuries, affected mechanics and previous slow starts t Bengals seasons, what should we expect from a Burrow-led offense post-Thanksgiving? The...

On this week's all new installment of Matt and Willie Know Ball, the ball-knowers hit on the two biggest topics of the bye week. Joe Burrow returns to practice and eyes Thanksgiving return to the field. What can the defense do to get good enough that number one even matters? So what is the Burrow effect? True, the Bengals defense may have given 88 points in the last two weeks, but if the Bengals h...

On this episode: The Bengals had one of the most improbable comebacks against the Bears, followed by an inexplicable collapse...again. Zac Taylor said that no coaching changes are going to transpire, even after the past two weeks and with the team heading into the bye. Logan Wilson was traded to the Cowboys, Trey Hendrickson stays with the Bengals, while Cincinnati doesn't make any other additions...

Darkness has fallen. The Bengals beat the Steelers two weeks ago and everything was looking hunky-dory. Then came the New York Jets. The Bengals had it and they lost it. There were defensive failings to be sure, but a lot of it was just losing the battle for those important inches. They should have won that game and they could have one that game with one defensive player stepping up and making a p...

Jason and Alex are back to discuss the Bengals' embarrassing defensive collapse and loss to the Jets in Week 8, their upcoming game against the Bears, and Alex shares some memories of his time at OSU with the recently passed Nick Mangold. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this episode: Cincinnati suffered its worst loss in the Zac Taylor era, and one of the biggest collapses in recent memory. The Bengals' defense is somehow worse than last year, with failures occurring at each level of the unit. Is a rebound possible? Will the Bengals be buyers, sellers, or holders at the trade deadline? The sequence of events that reportedly (or even rumored) to have unfolded S...

On this episode: Logan Wilson has formally requested a trade from the Bengals. When and will Wilson be dealt, and for what? The latest on the Cincinnati injury front. Even though the Bengals are just 3-4, can this game against the Jets be considered a "trap game"? If they want to get to .500, the Bengals can't afford to let little mistakes become problems on Sunday. Some thoughts on Lemar Parrish,...

Logan Wilson, longtime Bengal/first time captain, has requested a trade. What does this mean for the team going forward? Is it likely to happen? What could the possible return be? We have one name in mind. Matt and Willie discuss this as well as the underrated legacy of linebackers Wilson and Germaine Pratt. The there is Cam Taylor-Britt. What is going on with that guy? The former second round pic...

On this episode: Joe Flacco looked every bit the part of "Elite" on Thursday night. The Bengals found a running game and the offensive line has improved the past two weeks! Ja'Marr Chase remains the best wide receiver in the NFL, despite three starting Bengals QBs in seven games this year. The Bengals defense MUST improve, should the Bengals make a playoff push this year. And more! Hosted by Simpl...

Jason and Alex are back to discuss the Bengals' Week 6 loss to the Packers, why they're more optimistic, despite the loss, than you'd think, and what the Bengals need to do to beat the Steelers on TNF. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jason is joined by a new co-host, Alex, a former Ohio State defensive end. After his introduction, the two discuss the Bengals' acquisition of Joe Flacco, the fact he was driven to Cincinnati, and what they think he could possibly bring to the 2025 Bengals. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Matt and Willie Know Ball, but even we did not see this one coming. The Bengals made a big splash adding a veteran quarterback who knows the AFC North as well as anyone. Why did the Bengals decide to add Flacco? What will the offense look like with Flacco under center? Should this rest our expectations for this season? Flacco was once a Super Bowl MVP, but has become a journeyman bridge quarterbac...

On this episode: Zac Taylor publicly backed Jake Browning this week, while the same confidence doesn't seem to be there for a former high pick at cornerback. Cincinnati remains relatively healthy, while the Lions are more banged up going into Week 5. Is this going to be a breakout game for Andrei Iosivas? Plainly put, Cincinnati needs to find a way to be explosive on offense this week. Believe it...

On this episode: Cincinnati embarrassed themselves, this time on primetime TV, though the problems differed from last week. The offensive line is a mess. Should the Bengals consider a veteran quarterback addition? We can blame the roster, the coaches and others, but there remains an organizational problem. And more! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information abou...

Uff da. The Bengals went up to Minnesota, in a battle of backup quarterbacks, trying to get a win and build confidence for the Jake Browning run. Could things have gone better? You betcha. The Minnesota Meltdown, as Willie has coined it, could not have been much uglier. Carson Wentz, of North Dakota State fame, looked like villain from the Fargo franchise (most of which actually takes place in Min...

On this episode: -The Bengals were steamrolled in Minnesota for a historic loss. -Are things fixable? -Was this an outlier or a trend? -A conversation about Zac Taylor. And more! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this episode: The Bengals added a new quarterback to their roster and placed Joe Burrow on IR. What will the game plan be on offense now that Jake Browning is taking over? What does the defense need to do going forward with a backup QB at the helm? What are the keys to a win over the Vikings this week? And more! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about...

Look. This sucks. I know it. You know it. Joe Burrow had a normal offseason. He played in the preseason. The Bengals went 2-0 for to start the season for the first time in Zac Taylor's tenure, and now "poof" Burrow goes down to injury once again. It sucks. I'm not a silver linings guy, not a Mr. Brightside. But I'm also not a quitter. This season is not over. Jake Browning can chuck the...

On tap this episode: The perceived timeline of Joe Burrow’s return. Can Jake Browning get this team into the playoffs? What did we see in the trenches? The Bengals’ defense is opportunistic! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this episode: -Sam's life post-retirement. -His conversations with Trey Hendrickson amid his contract negotiations with the Bengals. -His thoughts on the team's Week 1 win, and the outlook ahead in the 2025 season. -Sam's manning of the "Royal Rig" from Crown Royal and tailgating with fans on Sunday. And more! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for informati...

On this episode: -Jaguars vs. Bengals mid-week injury reports. -The Bengals made a flurry of moves to start off their week. -Which players are under the microscope this week? -Jacksonville provides a lot of problems for the Bengals' defense at their offensive skill positions--can Cincinnati's defense keep their momentum from Week 1? And a special announcement! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz comp...