Locked On Bengals - Daily Podcast On The Cincinnati Bengals

Can the Cincinnati Bengals find a way to upset the Detroit Lions in Week 5? The Bengals have lost back-to-back games by a combined score 76-13. Meanwhile, the Lions have won three-straight games and are one of the NFL's best teams. James Rapien and Matt Dery of Locked On Bengals preview the matchup. They discuss Jake Browning's struggles, the importance of getting the ball to Ja'Marr Chase, DJ Rea...

The Cincinnati Bengals might be beyond repair, as their performance against the Denver Broncos was just as bad as Week 3's debacle in Minnesota. Jake Liscow and film analyst Mike Santagata break down the game tape, exposing glaring issues on both sides of the ball. From Jake Browning's conservative play to the offensive line's communication breakdowns, no stone is left unturned. Plus, Al Golden's...

If you said the Cincinnati Bengals are the worst team in the NFL, it would be hard to argue otherwise after the last two weeks. Zac Taylor's team has looked incompetent on both sides of the ball for eight straight quarters. Jake Liscow and James Rapien break down the outrageous spell of non-competitive football we've watched the Bengals put on the field, punctuated by a pathetic Monday Night Footb...

The Cincinnati Bengals need their stars to shine bright under the Monday Night Football lights in Denver. From Ja’Marr Chase and Tee Higgins to Chase Brown and Trey Hendrickson—James Rapien and Jake Liscow discuss Cincinnati’s keys to victory! They also talk about Jake Browning, Jalen Rivers possibly starting at right guard, a defense that has to starter faster against the struggling Bo Nix and mo...

Can the Cincinnati Bengals bounce back on Monday Night Football against the Denver Broncos? Jake Liscow and James Rapien break down the Bengals' urgent need for improvement after a dismal Week 3 performance.  The offensive coaches must find answers despite a matchup with the Broncos' formidable defense, and potential lineup changes including Jalen Rivers potentially starting at right guard could i...

The Cincinnati Bengals are hoping to rebound following their historic loss to the Minnesota Vikings in Week 3. Can they beat the Broncos in Denver? James Rapien is joined by Sayre Bedinger of Locked On Broncos for a special crossover edition of the Locked On Bengals podcast! They discuss the Bengals' struggles on offense, Jake Browning, the offensive line, Denver's pass rush, key matchups on both...

Talking about the Cincinnati Bengals and blocking issues has been a broken record for way too long. Can they fix it? All eyes should be on head coach Zac Taylor to make this right! Jake Liscow and James Rapien explain why, dive into personnel struggles at center and right guard, lack of aggressiveness and physicality in the trenches, and Chase Brown's role. There are reasons to think it can look b...

Zac Taylor's offense looked worse than it ever has in his Bengals career against the Minnesota Vikings, and it didn't get better on film. Jake Liscow is joined by Mike Santagata to break down what the Bengals were trying to accomplish, and all the reasons it went wrong. Plus, we discuss what they can try to do to get things moving in the right direction. Join the Locked On Bengals Insider Communit...

The Bengals got flat out embarrassed as they turned it over 5 times without Joe Burrow and the game was effectively over at halftime. Jake Liscow and James Rapien reflect on the ugly outing for the Bengals, including the worrisome showing from the offensive line, and dreadful ball security - both of which will need to be much better to keep the season afloat. Join the Locked On Bengals Insider Com...

Joe Burrow's turf toe surgery date is set. James Rapien and Jake Liscow break down what it means for his possible return this season, plus a preview of Sunday's game in Minnesota where Jake Browning and the Bengals hope to start 3-0 for the first time since 2015. We break down how the Bengals' offense could look with Browning leading the charge and a need for improvement in the run game, Trey Hend...

The Cincinnati Bengals head to Minnesota to play the Vikings on Sunday. Jake Browning will get the start at quarterback with Joe Burrow injured. Minnesota will also be playing their backup signal-caller with Carson Wentz gettin the nod. J.J. McCarthy is dealing with an ankle injury.  Who has the edge in the battle of the backups?  James Rapien and Luke Braun of Locked On Vikings discuss the showdo...

An otherwise routine football play led to Joe Burrow's turf toe injury, but what went wrong that left Burrow in a vulnerable position? Jake Liscow is joined by Mike Santagata to break down a quick game play where Ja'Marr Chase got jammed and that forced Burrow to hold onto the ball, but a 2nd-and-20 situation also influenced decision-making. Plus, we break down how the offense changed and will con...

Turf toe sounds innocuous, but it's an extremely painful and debilitating injury that requires surgery 2% of the time, and Joe Burrow is unlucky. Jake Liscow and James Rapien break down everything we know about the injury, the surgery, the recovery timeline, and what's next for the Cincinnati Bengals with the possibility Burrow could be out for the season.  Join the Locked On Bengals Insider Commu...

Cincinnati Bengals star quarterback Joe Burrow will undergo surgery after suffering a turf toe injury in Sunday's win over the Jacksonville Jaguars. He will miss at least three months with the injury and could be out for the entire season.  James Rapien reacts to the news, he discusses Burrow's injury history, the Bengals' issues in the trenches, what it means for the 2025 Bengals and storylines t...

Joe Burrow's toe injury leaves the Bengals with a murky outlook, but they're 2-0! Jake Browning and the Bengals' D did just enough to secure a wild 4th quarter comeback and escape Week 2 with a win for the first time in the Zac Taylor era. Jake Liscow and James Rapien break down what we know about Burrow's injury and the wild home opener that buys the Bengals a little time for Joe Burrow to get he...

Can the Cincinnati Bengals bounce back against the Jacksonville Jaguars in Week 2? Joe Burrow and the offense need to wake up after a lackluster season opener. Jake Liscow and James Rapien break down key matchups, including Trevor Lawrence's potent passing attack versus the Bengals' secondary, where Cam Taylor-Britt's performance is under a microscope as he faces a tough challenge from Jacksonvill...

Will the Cincinnati Bengals defense play well for a second-straight week? Will Joe Burrow and Ja'Marr Chase rebound on offense? Will Zac Taylor win in Week 2 for the first time in his career?  There are plenty of storylines going into Sunday's game between the Bengals and the Jacksonville Jaguars. James Rapien is joined by Tony Wiggins of Locked On Jaguars to discuss all of the top storylines, plu...

The Bengals finally made late offseason moves in 2025, and adding Noah Fant, Dalton Risner, and Mike Pennel is already paying dividends. Jake Liscow and James Rapien break down how important those moves are turning out to be, how Trey Hendrickson's void year could cost him in a potential franchise tag scenario in 2026, and an edge rusher addition to the practice squad.  Join the Locked On Bengals...

It's time to dive into the Week 1 film as the Cincinnati Bengals' defense impressed in the run game and the offense struggled in the second half. Mike Santagata joins Jake Liscow to dissect the film, including TJ Slaton's impact and Logan Wilson's standout performance. We also get into the lingering concerns on defense, highlighted by Cam Taylor-Britt's struggles. On offense, it was another unstea...

17-16 is a win! Despite Joe Burrow, Ja'Marr Chase, and the Bengals offense sputtering in the second half, the defense made enough plays and luck was on Cincinnati's side as they escape Cleveland with a win. Jake Liscow and James Rapien break down what we can actually take away from another weird Bengals Week 1, including expectations that the offense will figure it out, and encouraging signs from...

The Cincinnati Bengals have their first chance to prove their doubters wrong in their Week 1 road trip to Cleveland. Jake Liscow and James Rapien break down the strength-on-strength and weakness-on-weakness matchups that matter, including how the Joe Burrow and the offensive line will deal with Myles Garrett. We'll start getting answers about Al Golden's defense that should stand up against a Brow...

Can the Cincinnati Bengals overcome their history of slow starts in Week 1 against the Cleveland Browns? Joe Burrow and the Bengals face a formidable challenge in Myles Garrett and the Browns' fierce defensive line, while Ja'Marr Chase's matchup with Denzel Ward always provides fireworks. James Rapien and Locked On Browns' Spencer German break down key battles, potential strategies, and the impact...

Al Golden's scheme, vision, and leadership needs to be good enough for the the Cincinnati Bengals' to unlock their championship potential. With the preseason behind us, the Bengals' defensive overhaul takes center stage as Jake Liscow and film analyst Mike Santagata break down the schematic shifts we can expect this year. From a more aggressive "attack-react" approach in the run game, to intrigue...

The Cincinnati Bengals added Mike Pennel to the practice squad on Monday, and the former Chiefs nose tackle represents quality run stopping depth where they were lacking it. Jake Liscow and James Rapien break down what the Pennel brings to the Bengals, and what the move means for McKinnley Jackson and Howard Cross. Plus, offensive coordinator Dan Pitcher says the starting right guard battle isn't...

We've been talking about a "fast start" for the Cincinnati Bengals forever, and now that the season is starting, Jake Liscow and James Rapien break down what that should actually look like for the Bengals, and how much of it is on Joe Burrow after he got preseason snaps. Plus, we decipher how Dalton Risner could be part of their Week 1 game plan. How does he fit in Cincinnati's offensive line room...