Cincinnati Bengals Talk

The Bengals hired Al Golden to be their defensive coordinator. The move was official on Thursday afternoon. There are plenty of things the Bengals defense needs to do better in 2025, but here are three things that Golden must do to fix things moving forward... Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our...

The Cincinnati Bengals are hiring Notre Dame defensive coordinator Al Golden to be their defensive coordinator. James Rapien reacts to the news, discusses the fit, the search for a defensive coordinator, and much more in 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 colle...

The Cincinnati Bengals are expected to hire former Notre Dame defensive coordinator Al Golden for the same role in Cincinnati. Is that the right decision? What about offensive line coach Scott Peters? Should they have hired someone else? James Rapien discusses the latest on Golden, the decision to hire Peters and more! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Hosted by Simplecast, an Ad...

The Cincinnati Bengals hired Scott Peters to be their new offensive line coach. Peters will be tasked with improving protection for Joe Burrow. Peters was previously with the New England Patriots and has ties with the AFC North from his time with the Cleveland Browns. They also hired Michael McCarthy to be their assistant offensive line coach. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Ho...

Notre Dame might be playing Ohio State in the National Championship Game, but their defensive coordinator could be Cincinnati bound in the near future. James Rapien shares thoughts on Al Golden, what Monday night's game means for him, plus the latest on the Bengals' defensive coordinator search, why Golden is the favorite and what he could bring to a defense that desperately needs to be better nex...

James Rapien reacts to the NFL Divisional Round, including the Baltimore Ravens' stars failing in big moments against the Buffalo Bills, the officiating in the Chiefs' win over the Texans and so much more! He also talks about the Bengals, one AFC North streak that is coming to an end and more! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.ads...

The Cincinnati Bengals have two finalists for their defensive coordinator job. Notre Dame defensive coordinator Al Golden and former Las Vegas Raiders defensive coordinator Patrick Graham. James Rapien reacts to the news and shares who he thinks the favorite is for the job! Drae Harris of BengalsTalk.com was the first to report the two finalists. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands...

Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Tee Higgins will be a popular target for NFL teams this offseason... James Rapien discusses some of the teams already looking at Higgins including the Packers according to Davante Adams on Kay Adams' show, and interesting comments from Mike Vrabel regarding the Patriots and their interest in a wide receiver like Tee. PLUS: Why the Bengals should keep Joe Burrow, Ja...

The Cincinnati Bengals finished the season 9-8. James Rapien and Andrew Fox Miller grade the season. They share an overall grade, a grade for the offense, defense and special teams units, plus they talk about the front office after Cincinnati failed to make the playoffs for a second-straight year. Follow James Rapien: Bengals Sports Illustrated content at www. BengalsTalk.com https://x.com/JamesRa...

Should the Cincinnati Bengals reunite with a familiar face? Mike Zimmer won't be retained by the Dallas Cowboys. James Rapien shares his thoughts on a possible reunion with Zimmer. He also talks about former Chicago Bears head coach Matt Eberflus. Is he an ideal candidate for the job? Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com...

The Cincinnati Bengals didn't make the playoffs for the second-straight season. James Rapien shares his thoughts on the AFC Wild Card Round, including thoughts on the four teams left standing, what Joe Burrow could've done if the Bengals had made the playoffs and what we learned about the way Cincinnati should approach the offseason! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Hosted by Si...

The Cincinnati Bengals are looking for a new defensive coordinator after firing Lou Anarumo on Monday. James Rapien shares the latest on the search, including thoughts on big names like Robert Saleh, Dennis Allen and Brandon Staley. He also discusses Tosh Lupoi, Al Golden and Matt Eberflus. He also discusses Patrick Graham and DeMarcus Covington, who both interviewed for the job earlier this week....

Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Jermaine Burton was accused of assault last month, according to the Cincinnati Enquirer. James Rapien shares the details, reacts to the news, discusses Burton’s disappointing rookie season and what needs to happen moving forward. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about o...

Cincinnati Bengals head coach Zac Taylor fired four coaches on Monday after the team missed the playoffs for a second-straight year. Did they get it right? James Rapien and Andrew Fox Miller react to the moves, plus they talk in depth about Taylor, Lou Anarumo and Frank Pollack. 00:00 Bengals Move on from coaches 09:01 Firing Lou Anarumo - Right choice? 16:35 Firing Frank Pollack - Right choice? 2...

Cincinnati Bengals head coach Zac Taylor discusses the decision to fire Lou Anarumo, Frank Pollack, Marion Hobby and James Bettcher. He also talks about a disappointing 2024 season, what needs to change, Joe Burrow 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 perso...

Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow discusses their 19-17 win over the Pittsburgh Steelers, their playoff hopes—ultimately Cincinnati was eliminated when the Broncos beat the Chiefs—Tee Higgins' future and the significance of winning five-straight games to end the season. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for inf...

Introducing the Cincinnati Bengals Talk podcast! Cincinnati Bengals Talk is a one-stop shop for all things Bengals! James Rapien and Andrew Fox Miller take you behind the scenes and into the locker room for the latest news, insight and analysis about the Cincinnati Bengals. Get player and coach interviews, analysis and commentary about your favorite team! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.c...