In The Trenches with Dave Lapham

NFL legend, Super Bowl MVP, and longtime broadcaster Phil Simms joins Dave Lapham In The Trenches for a can't-miss conversation! Simms, who still holds Super Bowl records for completion percentage and QB rating, shares his invaluable insights gleaned from decades in and around the game.   His legendary playing career with the New York Giants and Super Bowl success.   Holding enduring Super Bowl pa...

Bengals Center and Offensive Captain Ted Karras sits down with Dave Lapham for an exclusive, insightful interview on In The Trenches. Go deep inside the O-line room, explore leadership principles, and get Ted's unique perspective on playing with two of the greatest quarterbacks of all time.   Comparing the leadership styles and on-field attributes of Joe Burrow and Tom Brady.   His role as an offe...

Join Dave Lapham In The Trenches for an exclusive interview with Cincinnati Bengals Wide Receiver, Andrei Iosivas! Hear directly from "Yoshi" about his unique journey from track and field star at Princeton (and Decathlon record holder!) to NFL weapon.   How his Decathlon/Heptathlon background translates to his NFL athleticism and skill set.   His development as a wide receiver and his role in the...

Join Dave Lapham In The Trenches for an exclusive, in-depth conversation with Cincinnati Bengals Offensive Coordinator, Dan Pitcher! Hailed as one of the brightest young minds in the NFL, Pitcher breaks down the potent Bengals offense heading into the 2024 season.   The unique brilliance and special traits of QB Joe Burrow.   The dynamic WR duo of Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins and their importance...

Dive deep into the Cincinnati Bengals' philosophy and strategy heading into the crucial 2025 NFL Draft. As April arrives, so does the anticipation for how the Bengals will build upon their foundation. This video explores the enduring principle established by team founder Paul Brown: Draft, Develop, Retain. This core tenet remains the bedrock of the Bengals' approach to team building, aiming for su...

Dive back into the fascinating world of NFL scouting in Part 2 of Dave Lapham's insightful conversation with Cincinnati Bengals Scouting Director Mike Potts.  Following up on their initial discussion, Lapham and Potts delve deeper into the intricate process of evaluating talent for the NFL Draft, offering Bengals fans and draft enthusiasts a rare glimpse behind the curtain. This segment tackles th...

Get an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the Cincinnati Bengals' roster-building strategy with Mike Potts, a key Bengals' personnel and scouting department member. In this insightful interview, Mike pulls back the curtain on the chaotic yet crucial off-season processes that shape the future of an NFL franchise. The off-season in the National Football League is a whirlwind of activity, and Mike P...

Dive deep into the Cincinnati Bengals' explosive offense with their Pass Game Coordinator, Justin Rascati! Join Dave Lapham as they discuss the secrets behind the Bengals' success and the strategy used to create such a potent passing attack. Unlocking Joe Burrow's Potential: Hear how Coach Rascati works with Joe Burrow to maximize his abilities, make in-game adjustments, and lead the team to victo...

Cincinnati Bengals fans are excited that the saga of Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins' futures is now over. However, the question remains of what the Bengals will do with defensive end Trey Hendrickson. While many have been critical of the Bengals' moves this offseason, there seems to be a strategy behind them. Dave Lapham explores what the Bengals have done as they're working on drafting, developing...

Dave Lapham goes "In The Trenches" with Cincinnati Bengals Tight End Coach James Casey. It's a candid and insightful conversation with one of the most respected assistant coaches in the NFL. Lapham and Casey delve deep into the nuances of the tight-end position, exploring the skills, intelligence, and versatility required to excel. Casey provides an inside look at the Bengals' tight end room, disc...

Dave Lapham sits down with Cincinnati Bengals offensive line coach Scott Peters! Learn how Coach Peters is using his background in martial arts to revolutionize the Bengals' O-line techniques. Revolutionizing the O-Line: Learn about the unique martial arts-inspired techniques Coach Peters is bringing to the Bengals, including hand placement, footwork, and arm extension strategies. Mentors Matter:...

Darrin Simmons of the Cincinnati Bengals! joins Dave Lapham as he sits down with Coach Simmons, a 23-year veteran of the Bengals organization. This exclusive interview takes you inside the world of special teams, offering unique insights into player evaluation, team building, and the relentless pursuit of excellence. What you'll discover: The Simmons Legacy: Hear firsthand about Darrin Simmons' in...

Get an exclusive, in-depth look at the Cincinnati Bengals' new Linebacker Coach, Mike Hodges, in this captivating "In the Trenches with Dave Lapham" episode brought to you by First Star Logistics. Dave Lapham sits down with Hodges to explore his unique journey from a high school Air Force Academy recruit to a standout walk-on football player at Texas A&M and now a rising star in the NFL coachi...

Go behind the scenes with Cincinnati Bengals Wide Receiver Coach Troy Walters! In this in-depth interview, Coach Walters shares his insights on the explosive potential of Ja'Marr Chase, Tee Higgins, and the Bengals receiving corps.  He discusses the importance of having Chase and Higgins re-sign, the dynamic they bring to the team, and how they work together to make Joe Burrow and the offense unst...

The Bengals keep a big pass catcher in town, and it’s a big one! Dave Lapham dives deep into "In The Trenches" with veteran NFL tight end Mike Gesicki to discuss his decision to remain with the Cincinnati Bengals and what he hopes to keep bringing to the offense.  This exclusive interview, brought to you by First Star Logistics, explores Gesicki's journey from a multi-sport standout in high school...

Step inside "The Trenches with Dave Lapham" as the legendary Bengals offensive lineman sits down for an exclusive, in-depth conversation with defensive powerhouse B.J. Hill. This isn't just a surface-level interview; it's a deep dive into the heart and mind of a player who has become synonymous with tenacity, resilience, and commitment to the Cincinnati Bengals. Fresh off signing a lucrative three...

In this episode of "In the Trenches with Dave Lapham," former NFL offensive lineman and Bengals analyst Dave Lapham delivers an in-depth breakdown of the Cincinnati Bengals' offseason plans, focusing on free agency, roster construction, and the team's approach to managing the salary cap. Lapham dives into the Bengals' strategy, emphasizing their focus on versatility, responsible spending, and avoi...

🏈 Dive deep into the Cincinnati Bengals' personnel strategies with senior executive Trey Brown! 🏈 Join us as we unpack an exclusive interview with Trey Brown, the Bengals' Senior Personnel Executive, who gives us an inside look at evaluating talent, navigating free agency, and the NFL Draft process. Learn what it takes to build a winning roster in the National Football League. This is a MUST-WAT...

Get ready for an insider's look at the NFL Combine and the upcoming draft! Join Dave Lapham as he sits down with the renowned football analyst Charles Davis (CBS, NFL Network, SiriusXM NFL Radio) to dissect everything Combine Week, plus the future of the Cincinnati Bengals as they look to keep Joe Burrow, Ja'Marr Chase, Tee Higgins, and Trey Hendrickson all happy. In this in-depth conversation, Ch...

Get an insider's perspective on the Cincinnati Bengals' draft for 2025 with this exclusive interview featuring Bengals legend Dave Lapham and former Bengals safety and NFL analyst Solomon Wilcots! Join Dave and Solomon on In The Trenches with Dave Lapham, presented by First Star Logistics, as they examine the upcoming NFL Draft. They dissect key positions that the Bengals need and identify potenti...

Dive deep into the insights of Cincinnati Bengals Wide Receivers Coach Troy Walters in this exclusive interview with Dave Lapham during NFL Combine Week! Coach Walters, a former Indianapolis Colts standout and a highly respected figure in the NFL, shares his unique perspective on player development, team dynamics, and the relentless pursuit of greatness. We want to thank Coach Walters for being a...

Get ready to dive deeply into the Cincinnati Bengals' new defensive strategy! In this must-watch episode of In the Trenches with Dave Lapham, presented by First Star Logistics, with a sit down with the Bengals' newly appointed defensive coordinator, the brilliant Al Golden!  Discover his vision for the defense, his insights into the upcoming NFL Draft, and his plan to conquer the tough AFC North....

Get an exclusive peek behind the scenes of the NFL Combine with Jerry Montgomery, the new defensive line coach for the Cincinnati Bengals! In this insightful interview from "In The Trenches with Dave Lapham," brought to you by First Star Logistics, Coach Montgomery shares his firsthand experiences navigating the whirlwind of the combine and building a championship-caliber team. Coach Montgomery di...

Former Bengals and NFL Offensive line Coach Jim McNally joins us today on In the Trenches with Dave Lapham to discuss how the Bengals need to dominate in the trenches if they want to return to competing in the AFC. Coach McNally has decades of NFL experience including coaching Lap when he played for the Bengals and coaching the Bengal's new offensive line coach Scott Peters when Peters played with...

Bengal's Director of Player Performance Joey Boese joins us today on In the Trenches with Dave Lapham to discuss the Bengals new coaching additions that will bring a much-needed new spark to the Bengals in 2025. Joey is a unique person in the Bengals organization as he works with all the players equally, compared to the position coaches who only coach their set players. Joey gets to know each play...