Ball Don't Lie

Feels like most people these days are sleeping on Bengals Quarterback Joe Burrow. Forget the fact that he's overcome a major knee injury to start Week 1 against Minnesota and set rookie records in just 10 games last season, people still continue to disrespect him, his franchise, and more. Auty talks about his growing frustration with this trend and talks about why Joey is indeed that dude.  F...

Legendary Reds first baseman Joey Votto reached yet another career milestone this week when he collected his 2,000th career hit. His career resurgence has helped the Reds climb back into contention in the second half. What that means for him, for the team, and more. Plus, the NFL preseason is underway and there's more news about Naomi Osaka, this time from Cincinnati, as her recent exchange with a...

In a very special 100th episode of Ball Don't Lie, Auty talks to his dad Phil about his life as a Bengals fan when he was a young boy, to today's squad that has him feeling cautiously optimistic. Hear his thoughts on the Bengals Ring of Honor, his favorite players, moments, and more.  Follow Auty on Twitter and Instagram ! 

Simone Biles shockingly withdrew from multiple events during the Tokyo Olympics, causing a fire storm of bad takes back in the United States after it was revealed that mental health was one of the causes for her withdrawal. Biles handled it with grace and class, and Auty discusses the importance of what she did and gives you his thoughts. Plus, some are pressing the panic button on Joe Burrow and...

The biggest stories of the NFL off-season have focused around two Quarterbacks in two very different situations. Aaron Rodgers of Green Bay, and Deshaun Watson of Houston. Auty explores how each of these QB’s has gotten to where they are today, and what to expect from each of them in 2021. Plus, Joe Burrow is often talked about like he walks on water, but he’s been fully cleared before Training Ca...

After stating the second half of the season with a 4 game losing streak, Auty is pronouncing the Reds season officially dead — but hope springs eternal down the street, as Joe Burrow and the Bengals prepare for Training Camp, one week from now.

This week, Auty sits down with 700 WLW's Lance McAlister to talk about the Cincinnati Reds (7:00-27:00). The (surprising?) first half, the questions looming over the second half and the offseason, and a few other topics along the way. Plus, Auty talks about taking in the atmosphere around TQL Stadium this weekend with the Hell is Real Derby in town and the 2021 Home Run Derby (27:30-End).  Fo...

The Reds have two All-Stars and not just that, two All-Star starters in the outfield for the first time since 1956! Auty breaks down the current state of the Reds and how they have reached the point they have, led by All-Stars Jesse Winker and Nick Castellanos. Hear from an emotional Winker on how much it means to him, and a look at the full ASG rosters ahead of next week.  Follow Auty on Twi...

Buffalo Bills WR Cole Beasley came out strongly against the NFL and NFLPA's updated protocols for players who are not fully vaccinated, and he wasn't alone in doing so. Despite mountains and evidence and research, Beasley feels his life and freedoms would somehow be taken away from him if he got the shot. Auty discusses that, why he's off base, and why the vaccine is safe.  Follow Auty on Ins...

Massive news broke in the NFL this week as Raiders DE Carl Nassib announced he was gay, becoming the first openly gay active player in NFL history. Auty breaks down that news and its importance for the NFL moving forward. Plus, Auty thought that a loss was a good thing on Thursday in San Diego, and he couldn't be more wrong. Why the Reds incompetence is costing them on and off the field.  Fol...

Major League Baseball continues to do things that can only hurt their cause...or does it? What is happening in baseball with pitchers using foreign substances to gain an advantage, what MLB is doing about it, and why that's sent the league into a firestorm. Plus, Joey Votto may be the most criticized athlete in Cincinnati sports history, and I just don't get it. Why Votto #StillBangs and we should...

Jon Rahm was pulled from The Memorial Tournament in Dublin after testing positive for COVID-19 and after his record-setting third round. Was forcing him to withdraw the right move? Was the way it was covered wrong? What this means and the decisions Rahm made that led to his demise. Plus, Simone Biles is the greatest gymnast of all time, and she's letting the world know it with GOAT-themed leotards...

Auty discusses the decision by world no. 2 tennis player Naomi Osaka to withdraw from the French Open and do so because of mental health reasons and not wanting to participate in mandatory press conferences. How has the player-media relationship changed and how will it continue to change in the future? Plus, fans are being allowed back to ball parks and arenas in massive numbers, and there's been...

The Reds are under .500 and dealing with the consequences of not aggressively pursuing a championship. For the first time in Auty’s lifetime, it feels like the fan base has reached a breaking point with Reds ownership. Plus, Joe Burrow is back on the practice field. Hear from the Bengals QB on his first day of OTA’s, progress on his knee injury, and the importance of expectations for the 2021 seas...

The news of the day is simple: Joe Burrow is on pace to be ready for Week 1. Auty breaks down the Bengals schedule and how he thinks they will fare in the 2021 season. Plus, Numbers Game, an update on MLS in Cincinnati and Columbus, and asking the big question: Are the Reds good?

Auty returns from a week off with a lot to talk about. Specifically with the narrative surrounding the story that the Jacksonville Jaguars are planning on signing former NFL QB and Mets minor-leaguer Tim Tebow as a tight end. Plus, the Bengals draft, Aaron Rodgers, answering Instagram questions, and more.  Follow Auty on Twitter! Follow Auty on Instagram!

The NFL Draft is finally here! I give my thoughts on the beginning of the draft and finally make my decision on who the Bengals should take with the fifth overall pick. Plus, Josh Elmore stops by to talk about the rest of the draft and what to expect from the remainder of the first round outside the top ten.  Follow me on twitter and instagram !

Auty is a little late, but the Bengals are donning new stripes. He breaks down his thoughts, the process, and where the team goes from here. Plus, giving credit to those he has been critical of when it comes to the Bengals and giving the Bengals the credit they deserve for doing something really, really cool.  Follow me on twitter and instagram ! 

This episode has no set topic, but Auty has some things that have caught his eye over the last week or so, including college football, the best thing he heard this week, numbers game, and so much more. Steph Curry and Mike Trout are being forgotten about, naming his new favorite Bengals player, picking his Ring of Honor inductees, etc.  Follow Auty on twitter and instagram !

What a difference a week makes, huh? Nick Castellanos and the Reds have started the season strong, despite the most egregious suspension in recent memory. Plus, are the Bengals tipping their hand on their draft strategy?

Auty is struggling to understand a strange shift in the attitude of Cincinnati sports fans. What has always been a baseball town feels like more of a football town these days, and he’s not sure why, or how, that came to be.

Auty is FINALLY talking about Bengals free agency and gives his reaction to how the Bengals have approached the offseason and the free agency period. Plus, in segment two, James Rapien of AllBengals.com and the LockedOn Bengals Podcast joins the show to discuss his thoughts and where the Bengals go from here.  Follow James on Twitter! @JamesRapien , @AllBengals , @LockedOnBengals Subscribe to...

Auty is talking college basketball with Connor Lemons of Land Grant Holy Land. Breaking down the weird COVID season, the NCAA tournament, and Ohio State Hoops.

Auty is reflecting on a year of COVID-19 as each day of March seems more and more surreal. Plus, he is joined by Jeff Carr, the host of the LockedOnReds Podcast and a co-worker of Auty's. They discuss realistic expectations for the this Reds team, the importance of Joey Votto, the starting rotation, shortstop position, and so much more.  Follow Jeff on twitter! @jefffcarr Check out the LockedOnRed...

It's episode #78 of the Ball Don't Lie Podcast with Auty Elmore. This week, Auty examines the areas of concern for the Reds through two spring training games, gives an update on his career, and explains where the NFL is heading with a 17-game schedule in the upcoming season. Plus, remembering a legend during Numbers Game, an update from College Basketball, and Auty's favorite Ken Griffey Jr. home...