Locked on Bengals with James Rapien

We break down the things we think we know about this team, then dive into the answers we're looking to start answering in Week 1 with the Cincinnati Bengals hosting the Pittsburgh Steelers to start their 2022 campaign. How will the offensive line hold up against a strong test in T.J. Watt and Cam Heyward? How will Hayden Hurst fit in with this offense? How will Lou Anarumo use Dax Hill and how bad...

We break down the things we think we know about this team, then dive into the answers we're looking to start answering in Week 1 with the Cincinnati Bengals hosting the Pittsburgh Steelers to start their 2022 campaign. How will the offensive line hold up against a strong test in T.J. Watt and Cam Heyward? How will Hayden Hurst fit in with this offense? How will Lou Anarumo use Dax Hill and how bad...

Joe Burrow's super power isn't a rocket arm or blazing speed, but his mental game sets him apart from other NFL QBs. We break down how important that will be for the Bengals in 2022 and beyond, plus get into the Bengals' new captains for this year, and how Steelers week feels different after a Super Bowl run. Find and follow Locked On Bengals on your favorite podcast platforms:Apple Podcasts: http...

Joe Burrow's super power isn't a rocket arm or blazing speed, but his mental game sets him apart from other NFL QBs. We break down how important that will be for the Bengals in 2022 and beyond, plus get into the Bengals' new captains for this year, and how Steelers week feels different after a Super Bowl run. Find and follow Locked On Bengals on your favorite podcast platforms: Apple Podcasts: htt...

As the Bengals new additions arrive for practice on Thursday, we break down how they could find their way into the rotation and contribute in 2022, plus Cordell Volson talked with media after being named the starter at LG, roster move updates, and a breakdown of Joe Burrow's ping pong prowess. Find and follow Locked On Bengals on your favorite podcast platforms:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.app...

As the Bengals new additions arrive for practice on Thursday, we break down how they could find their way into the rotation and contribute in 2022, plus Cordell Volson talked with media after being named the starter at LG, roster move updates, and a breakdown of Joe Burrow's ping pong prowess. Find and follow Locked On Bengals on your favorite podcast platforms: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.ap...

The Cincinnati Bengals were awarded OL Max Scharping, TE Devin Asiasi, and DT Jay Tufele on waivers on Wednesday while hosting O.J. Howard on Wednesday. We break down the impact these new Bengals will have in 2022, the roster gymnastics that will be required for the team in the next 24 hours, the practice squad so far, and potential next moves for the Bengals. Find and follow Locked On Bengals on...

The Cincinnati Bengals were awarded OL Max Scharping, TE Devin Asiasi, and DT Jay Tufele on waivers on Wednesday while hosting O.J. Howard on Wednesday. We break down the impact these new Bengals will have in 2022, the roster gymnastics that will be required for the team in the next 24 hours, the practice squad so far, and potential next moves for the Bengals. Find and follow Locked On Bengals on...

There were just a few surprises on the Bengals' initial roster for the 2023 season, we break those down and look at other cutdown day casualties around the league that could be interesting for the Bengals. How about Alex Leatherwood to take a shot at an athletic first round pick who could benefit from a change of scenery? A former starter and pass rushing contributor in Armon Watts? Maybe a Marvin...

There were just a few surprises on the Bengals' initial roster for the 2023 season, we break those down and look at other cutdown day casualties around the league that could be interesting for the Bengals. How about Alex Leatherwood to take a shot at an athletic first round pick who could benefit from a change of scenery? A former starter and pass rushing contributor in Armon Watts? Maybe a Marvin...

Jackson Carman is likely to be a Bengal in 2022, and at just 22 years old his future is an interesting question to discuss. Plus, we break down the impact of Jessie Bates' roster exemption on flexibility for the cutdown to 53, and some potential surprises in roster construction. Find and follow Locked On Bengals on your favorite podcast platforms:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podca...

Jackson Carman is likely to be a Bengal in 2022, and at just 22 years old his future is an interesting question to discuss. Plus, we break down the impact of Jessie Bates' roster exemption on flexibility for the cutdown to 53, and some potential surprises in roster construction. Find and follow Locked On Bengals on your favorite podcast platforms: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podc...

With the preseason in the books, the guys break down the takeaways from the preseason as the Bengals are working on getting their initial cutdown to 53 players submitted to the league. Will there be surprises at wide receiver or quarterback? How many safeties do they keep? Where will they be scouring the waiver wire for depth help? We answer all those questions and more. Find and follow Locked On...

With the preseason in the books, the guys break down the takeaways from the preseason as the Bengals are working on getting their initial cutdown to 53 players submitted to the league. Will there be surprises at wide receiver or quarterback? How many safeties do they keep? Where will they be scouring the waiver wire for depth help? We answer all those questions and more. Find and follow Locked On...

Breaking down the brawl as La'el Collins and Leonard Floyd had a chippy day culminating with Aaron Donald wielding Bengals helmets as weapons and practice ending early on Thursday. Plus, the highlights and lowlights of practice, and what to watch for as the team prepares for its final preseason game and roster battles look to take their last opportunity to put their work on tape. Find and follow L...

Breaking down the brawl as La'el Collins and Leonard Floyd had a chippy day culminating with Aaron Donald wielding Bengals helmets as weapons and practice ending early on Thursday. Plus, the highlights and lowlights of practice, and what to watch for as the team prepares for its final preseason game and roster battles look to take their last opportunity to put their work on tape. Find and follow L...

We break down the Rams-Bengals joint practice in Cincinnati on Wednesday, including Ja'Marr Chase vs. Jalen Ramsey, Cordell Volson getting all the starter reps, and Tre Flowers stepping up in Eli Apple's absence. Plus, Jessie Bates returned to the team and spoke with the media and Find and follow Locked On Bengals on your favorite podcast platforms:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/pod...

We break down the Rams-Bengals joint practice in Cincinnati on Wednesday, including Ja'Marr Chase vs. Jalen Ramsey, Cordell Volson getting all the starter reps, and Tre Flowers stepping up in Eli Apple's absence. Plus, Jessie Bates returned to the team and spoke with the media and Find and follow Locked On Bengals on your favorite podcast platforms: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/po...

Jessie Bates is back with the Bengals, and we break down what that means for Dax Hill and the defense. Plus, we answer your questions about roster battles on the depth chart as the preseason wanes and cutdown day looms. Find and follow Locked On Bengals on your favorite podcast platforms:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/locked-on-bengals-daily-podcast-on-the-cincinnati-bengals...

Jessie Bates is back with the Bengals, and we break down what that means for Dax Hill and the defense. Plus, we answer your questions about roster battles on the depth chart as the preseason wanes and cutdown day looms. Find and follow Locked On Bengals on your favorite podcast platforms: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/locked-on-bengals-daily-podcast-on-the-cincinnati-bengal...

Former Bengals DB Solomon Wilcots joins us to break down Bengals DBs, Cordell Volson's performance against the Giants, other offensive line acquisitions, and his outlook for the 2022 Bengals season. Find and follow Locked On Bengals on your favorite podcast platforms:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/locked-on-bengals-daily-podcast-on-the-cincinnati-bengals/id1159723162Spotify:...

Former Bengals DB Solomon Wilcots joins us to break down Bengals DBs, Cordell Volson's performance against the Giants, other offensive line acquisitions, and his outlook for the 2022 Bengals season. Find and follow Locked On Bengals on your favorite podcast platforms: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/locked-on-bengals-daily-podcast-on-the-cincinnati-bengals/id1159723162 Spotif...

Former Bengals DB Solomon Wilcots joins us to break down Bengals DBs, Cordell Volson's performance against the Giants, other offensive line acquisitions, and his outlook for the 2022 Bengals season. Find and follow Locked On Bengals on your favorite podcast platforms: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/locked-on-bengals-daily-podcast-on-the-cincinnati-bengals/id1159723162 Spotif...

Dax Hill and Cordell Volson stood out in a good way in the Bengals' second preseason game, and Volson could very well have solidified his claim to start the season at LG1 for Cincinnati. James and Jake break down those storylines and more from the Bengals' preseason loss to the New York Giants, including Hakeem Adeniji and Trey Hill's performances on the offensive line, some concern with cornerbac...

Dax Hill and Cordell Volson stood out in a good way in the Bengals' second preseason game, and Volson could very well have solidified his claim to start the season at LG1 for Cincinnati. James and Jake break down those storylines and more from the Bengals' preseason loss to the New York Giants, including Hakeem Adeniji and Trey Hill's performances on the offensive line, some concern with cornerbac...