The Who Dey Den: a Bengals Podcast

It wasn't just a win -- it was a BEATDOWN! The Bengals clobber the Steelers to move to 7-4, and we're gonna have some fun breaking this one down: - a Remember the Titans reference - utter domination in the trenches, ala Michigan - Ohio State - Mixon = Money - Zac Taylor runs it up (but in a classy way) You can find Taylor on Twitter ( @_TaylorCornell ), talking all things Bengals to anyone who wil...

The Bengals are in unfamiliar territory, entering the Steelers game as favorites with the chance for the season sweep. Taylor breaks down how it can be done: - what's different between the September matchup and now? - why this sets up as another smash game for Joe Mixon - the importance of the offense limiting turnovers - where discipline will be key against the Steelers - a score prediction, and...

The Bengals took care of business during their West Coast trip after the Bye, and although it wasn't perfect, there were encouraging signs. Taylor recaps the game, including: - the run that showed off Mixon's many attributes - the benefit of a positive game script - the defense getting back into early-season form - the reason Trey Hopkins played such a good game - and more! Like the pod? Make sure...

What do the Bengals need to do in order to win an important game against the Las Vegas Raiders in Week 11? Marcus Johnson ( @TheMarcJohnNFL ) gives Bengals fans some insight into the team from Sin City. - Max Crosby is a PROBLEM... how can he be slowed? - What is the Cover 3 scheme the Raiders run, and how can it be beat? - Is this a Tyler Boyd breakout game? - The root of Derek Carr's struggles -...

Mike Petraglia ( @Trags ) holds down the guest spot on this jam-packed episode as Taylor and Trags look ahead to the rest of the Bengals season. - What similarities does Joe Burrow share with Tom Brady? - Is Eli Apple's starting job in jeopardy? - Jessie Bates must remain focused - Does Chris Evans have a larger role going forward? - Why it's okay if we don't see Jackson Carman start another game...

Jeremy Rauch ( @FOX19Jeremy ) joins the pod to recap some of the best and worst from the first half of the season, including: - the most impressive win - the loss that felt like the biggest gut punch - the most surprising player (the answer might not surprise you) - who is the Offensive MVP so far (this answer WILL surprise you) - which defensive player has been the most important? - his favorite...

Now losers of back to back games, both in disgusting fashion, the Bengals find themselves licking their wounds heading into the Bye Week. The most recent loss to the Browns showed some more poor play that potentially could lead to longterm issues. Taylor discusses: - the self-inflicted wounds, both offensively and defensively - Burrow showing some warts - the defense getting gashed - the root issu...

Taylor previews Bengals - Browns pt. 1, as he talks: - being grateful for a drama-free clubhouse - just how good is Myles Garrett? - is the CLE Defense overrated? - which matchups the Bengals should exploit offensively - why Baker Mayfield can't be trusted - will Cincinnati move to 6-3? All that and more! You can find Taylor on Twitter ( @_TaylorCornell ), talking all things Bengals, with a mix of...

For as good as the Baltimore win felt, the loss to the New York Jets hurts just as badly. After falling 34-31, do the Bengals now have longterm concerns for the rest of this season? Taylor talks: - the nonexistent 1st Quarter offense - the inability to adjust defensively - whacky stats in the unlikely loss -  what matters going forward from this game? You can find Taylor on Twitter ( @_Taylor...

Who could have seen this coming?!  The Bengals destroy the Ravens and in the process climb to the top of the AFC, seven weeks into the season. What stood out this week when watching the beatdown of Baltimore? Taylor discusses: - Cincinnati as the most exciting team in the NFL - the Bengals taking advantage of the Ravens defensive woes - the area Joe Burrow flashed the MOST in his career-high...

Another week, another fabulous guest to break down the upcoming opponent. This week, Ken McKusick from 1057 The Fan joins Taylor to talk Ravens. The episode is chock full of content, including: - what the Bengals offense must avoid on Sunday - how Trey Hendrickson could be poised for a huge game - the one Ravens defender that could wreck the Bengals' plans - Baltimore's proneness to getting beat d...

The Bengals handedly beat a bad Lions team and fans finally got to see some offensive fireworks. The win wasn't without some frustrations, but sitting at 4-2 the Bengals feel confident. Just as importantly, we have seen Zac Taylor evolve his play calling for the betterment of the team. Taylor (the host, not the coach) discusses where Taylor (the coach) has improved, plus: - the similarities betwee...

The Den welcomes in Jeremy Reisman from SB Nation's Pride of Detroit to preview the Bengals - Lions matchup, including: - similarities between the two rebuilding franchises - the RB duo of Swift/Williams - Sewell's struggles, and considering Chase in hindsight - some fluky defensive efficiency - which Bengals player(s) are bound to go off? - and more! You can find Taylor on Twitter ( @_TaylorCorne...

In the wildest of wild games, the Bengals ultimately fell to Green Bay 25-22, in overtime. Taylor covers the things he liked and did not like from the game, including: - why this game represented a major missed opportunity - the reason Bengals fans should be disappointed by the loss - continued offensive inconsistency - why Zac Taylor will continue to be doubted after each loss - just how special...

Taylor chats with JJ Lahey from PackersTalk.com about the upcoming Cincy - Green Bay matchup. Topics discussed include: - the impact of the Jaire Alexander injury - will the GB defensive line be able to generate pressure to mask DB concerns? - has Aaron Rodgers lost a little something in his game? - conflicting game predictions All that and more! Don't forget to subscribe to the Who Dey Den and dr...

The Bengals took care of biz against Jacksonville, although it wasn't easy. Listen in as Taylor recaps Week 4, including: - Zac Taylor listening to the pod - the ugliest of ugly first halves - Logan Wilson receiving national recognition  - the offense scratching the surface of their potential - Joey B, a leader of men All that and more! Don't forget to subscribe to the Who Dey Den and drop a...

Cincinnati has a huuuge night ahead, playing host to a primetime game, under the lights, before a (likely) sellout crowd, against a not-so-good team. Easy W, right? Not so fast... Jordan de Lugo from Generation Jag joins to talk the upcoming tilt between feisty feline football teams, including: - is the Bengals OL in for a long day? - where can Cincy attack the Jags defense? - is there a chance th...

What's better than knocking off a division rival on the road?! The Bengals handed the Steelers a loss in Week 3 and in the process remained in 1st place in the AFC North. Taylor breaks down the game, including: - Ja'Marr Chase off to a historic start - where the playcalling is still lacking - how Joe Burrow jumped another major hurdle in his recovery - and more! You can find Taylor on Twitter ( @_...

Cincinnati ESPN1530's Mo Egger joins the pod to talk his Bengals fandom, including: - being 'optimistically beaten down' by this franchise - is Zac Taylor's job really in danger? - what Joe Burrow means to Cincinnati - dealing with the Steelers playoff loss alone in a bar - and more! You can find Taylor on Twitter ( @_TaylorCornell ), talking all things Bengals, with a mix of fantasy football. Int...

Week 3 brings us the first AFC North matchup of the season, against our bitter rival Pittsburgh Steelers. Tommy Jaggi from Still Curtain enters the Den to talk the black and yellow, including: - Which major players may be limited by injuries - How to best attack the Steelers defense (hint, it isn't dink and dunk) - Is Big Ben washed? - Do Pittsburghians hate JuJu's TikTok dances as much as everyon...

Week 2 wasn't kind to Cincinnati, as the Bengals left Chicago on the short end of a 20-17 game. Joe Burrow was sloppy, Zac Taylor's play calling was bad, but his presser after the game was maybe worse. Did we see (or hear) the first crack in the Burrow-Taylor relationship? Listen in to see why this loss COULD be the first domino that fell if/when Zac Taylor loses his job. You can find Taylor on Tw...

The Bears are led by a familiar face, with Andy Dalton at the helm. But besides Dalton, how familiar are you with the Bengals Week 2 foe, Chicago? Luckily, Robert Schmitz from SB Nation's Windy City Gridiron joined me to talk Chicago football. - Has Khalil Mack lost a step? (GASP) - How much Justin Fields will we see on Sunday? - When will the first round of boos pour in for Andy Dalton? - and mor...

Winner winner, chicken dinner! The Bengals kick off their 2021 season with a win over the Vikings in dramatic fashion. There was a lot to like from game one, but also some areas to improve. Topics discussed include: - Zac Taylor's aggressiveness (the good AND the bad) - the ups and down play calling - the defensive line's push - Evan McPherson's arrival - and more! Want to connect with other Benga...

Week 1 of the 2021 season is finally here! So who better to educate us on all things Vikings than Athletic beat reporter Arif Hasan . Arif discussed many topics, such as: - tater tot hotdish - preparing himself for Skyline Chili - the recipe to beat Kirk Cousins - the new-look Vikings defense (with a couple of familiar faces) - why Tyler Boyd should EAT in Week 1 - a game score prediction - and mo...

With a bout of Covid behind him now, Taylor returns to the mic just in time for the start of the regular season. Are we feeling more or less confident in this team heading into the 2021 season? What have we learned about this team over the past eight weeks? Plus, Taylor teases his Week 1 guest and introduces the Who Dey Den Discord!  If you're a listener to the show, join the Discord to chat...