Cincinnati Bengals Talk

The Cincinnati Bengals have to get multiple impact players in the 2025 NFL Draft. James Rapien explains what he wants the Bengals to do in the first round, why this draft is more difficult to navigate when compared to previous years and more! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and us...

The Cincinnati Bengals have the 17th overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft. How should they approach the draft? James Rapien shares his thoughts on this year’s draft class, what positions the Bengals could target in the first round and more! 00:00 Draft Strategy 04:19 Sponsored by BetUS TV 05:19 Draft prospects to watch for Cincinnati Bengals Draft Strategy: How They SHOULD Approach 2025 NFL Draft LI...

Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow shared his thoughts on Ja'marr Chase and Tee Higgins agreeing to four-year extensions. The Bengals also kept Mike Gesicki from signing elsewhere during free agency.  James Rapien and Andrew Fox Miller react to Burrow's comments and give their overall grades for the offseason so far. Plus, thoughts on Chidobe Awuzie joining an AFC North rival, and Joe Burro...

The Cincinnati Bengals made a self-inflicted mistake when they signed Ja’Marr Chase and Tee Higgins.  James Rapien explains, plus he talks about the 2025 salary cap and why the Bengals could’ve maximized their ability to build a championship level team around Joe Burrow.  Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for informati...

The Cincinnati Bengals are bringing in free agent guard Lucas Patrick for a visit. The veteran offensive lineman has experience at both guard spots and center.  James Rapien reacts to the news, explains why it would be a questionable move if they're bringing in Patrick to start, but why he could also be a solid addition if they view him as a depth piece! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.co...

The Cincinnati Bengals have the highest-paid non-quarterback in the NFL. Wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase signed his four-year, $161 million contract extension with the Bengals on Tuesday. Tee Higgins also inked a fresh new contract with the Bengals this week as he sticks with Cincinnati through the 2028 NFL season on a four-year, $115 million deal that ranks higher than all other No. 2 wide receiver c...

Cincinnati Bengals star wide receivers Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins discuss their record-setting contracts with the team. Both guys have the same agent and are now under contract for the majority of the decade.  They talk about the process, Joe Burrow, why they wanted to stay together and so much more! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. S...

The Cincinnati Bengals have agreed to record-setting contracts with Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins. Is Trey Hendrickson next?  James Rapien shares the latest on Hendrickson and explains why things are a bit more complicated for the NFL sack leader. He also discusses Chase and Higgins's extensions and why that could impact negotiations with Hendrickson! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/b...

Cincinnati Bengals WRs Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins agreed to contract extensions with the team. James Rapien, Jake Liscow and Andrew Fox Miller react to the news and more LIVE! Ja'Marr gets: 4-years, $161M with $112M guaranteed — making him the highest-paid non-QB in NFL history. Tee gets: 4-years, $115M with the first two years guaranteed — making him the highest paid WR2 in NFL history. Advert...

The Cincinnati Bengals are in the process of finalizing contract extensions for Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins.  "The deals are done," one source familiar with the situation said. James Rapien shares more details about the contracts, what it means for the Cincinnati Bengals and so much more! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswiz...

The Cincinnati Bengals are closing in on huge contract extensions with Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins.  James Rapien shares the latest news on both Bengals stars, what it means for Joe Burrow, the rest of free agency and why it feels like both contracts will be done in the near future! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com...

The Cincinnati Bengals officially introduced T.J. Slaton on Thursday. The veteran nose tackle was all smiles talking about the opportunity in Cincinnati, reuniting with Bengals defensive line coach Jerry Montgomery and more! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data...

The Cincinnati Bengals officially signed running back Samaje Perine on Thursday. The veteran running back is back in Cincinnati after helping the Bengals make it to Super Bowl LVI. He answered questions about Joe Burrow, Chase Brown and more in his introductory news conference after signing a two-year contract. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz co...

The Cincinnati Bengals are short a starting guard after releasing Alex Cappa this offseason, and there are plenty of other needs that need to be addressed during free agency beyond protecting Joe Burrow. James Rapien reacts to the team's slow start this offseason, takes your questions and MORE! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.ad...

The Cincinnati Bengals kicked off free agency by agreeing to deals with new and former players. What's next after Day 2? James Rapien and Andrew Fox Miller discuss this and more during this week's episode of Enter the Jungle! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal dat...

The Cincinnati Bengals kicked off free agency by agreeing to deals with new and former players. Monday kicked off with the return of B.J. Hill, who agreed to a three-year, $33 million contract. The team is reuniting with running back Samaje Perine, who is signing a two-year deal worth up to $3.8 million. They also added to their defensive line, agreeing to terms with Packers defensive tackle T.J....

The Cincinnati Bengals are signing tight end Mike Gesicki to a three-year, $25.5 million contract extension before free agency. James Rapien shares his instant reaction to the news... Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Cincinnati Bengals have given Trey Hendrickson the permission to seek a trade according to ESPN's Adam Schefter. James Rapien reacts to the news and covers EVERY angle of it—including why this feels like a failure for the Bengals, how they can actually get better by trading Hendrickson, what they could get in return and so much more in a special Cincinnati Bengals Talk Live Stream! Advertising...

Cincinnati Bengals defensive end Sam Hubbard is retiring. James Rapien reacts to the news, discusses Hubbard's impact in Cincinnati, plus he talks about the Bengals' cap situation and how the roster looks A LOT different than it did when Cincinnati made it to Super Bowl LVI.  Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for infor...

The Cincinnati Bengals released Alex Cappa on Monday, adding extra cap space ahead of free agency. Cappa's injury in 2022 created a major "What-If" from the Joe Burrow era.  James Rapien and Andrew Fox Miller react to Cappa's departure and discuss what it means for free agency. Plus, Scott Peters shared his thoughts on Cordell Volson during the NFL Combine. Do the Bengals have enough confidence in...

The Cincinnati Bengals are using the franchise tag on Tee Higgins. The star receiver will make $26.16 million this season if the two sides can't agree to a long-term deal. James Rapien reacts to the news plus the Bengals releasing Alex Cappa and what the future may hold for Sam Hubbard. LISTEN wherever you get your podcasts! Apple: http://tinyurl.com/4kc4edua Spotify: http://tinyurl.com/mry775cj A...

The Cincinnati Bengals are hoping to sign Tee Higgins and Mike Gesicki to long-term contracts. James Rapien reacts to the latest reports on both players and shares his thoughts about what he’s heard and if he thinks the Bengals will get both deals done before free agency. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for informati...

Cincinnati Bengals head coach Zac Taylor talked with the local beat writers in an audio only setting at the 2025 NFL Combine! He answered questions about the new coaching staff, Tee Higgins, Ja'Marr Chase, Trey Hendrickson, the 17th pick in the 2025 NFL Draft and more! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information...

Cincinnati Bengals Director of Player Personnel Duke Tobin discussed Ja'Marr Chase, Tee Higgins and Trey Hendrickson's future, plus what they're looking for in prospects and so much more in an audio only conversation with the Bengals' beat writers at the 2025 NFL Combine! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for informati...

Cincinnati Bengals offensive line coach Scott Peters met with the media at the 2025 NFL Combine on Wednesday.  He discussed Joe Burrow, the current state of the offensive line, this free agent class, the draft class and so much more! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of pers...