Locked On Bengals - Daily Podcast On The Cincinnati Bengals
Locked On Bengals podcast is your daily ticket to stay ahead of the game and the first to know the latest news, analysis, and insider info for the Cincinnati Bengals and the National Football League. Hosted by football analysts James Rapien and Jake Liscow, the Locked On Bengals podcast provides your daily Bengals fix with expert, local analysis, and coverage of all aspects of the venerable Bengals franchise. Locked On Bengals takes you beyond the scoreboard for the inside scoops on the biggest stories from within the Bengals locker room and all over the NFL. The Locked On Bengals podcast is part of the Locked On Podcast Network. Your Team. Every Day.
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Ja'Marr Chase, Tee Higgins, and Joe Burrow comprise the engine that drives the Bengals. But continuity for Andrei Iosivas, Mike Gesicki, and Chase Brown as their roles evolve along the stars, should be difference-makers for Cincinnati in 2025. Jake Liscow and James Rapien break down the clear strength of the roster, and what they're looking for in training camp for next steps that can propel the Bengals forward this year.
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Contract negotiations with Trey Hendrickson and rookie Shamar Stewart hang in the balance, potential distractions looming before Bengals training camp next week. Jake Liscow and James Rapien dissect the potential fallout from holdouts, interior line concerns, and the critical development of young players like McKinnley Jackson and Kris Jenkins Jr. Plus, TJ Slayton's expectations, and looking for growth in the rest of the defensive ...
Joe Burrow's preseason is, as always, a hot topic as Cincinnati Bengals training camp approaches. As we begin our training camp preview series, hosts Jake Liscow and James Rapien dissect Burrow's potential for another MVP-caliber season, exploring the benefits of continuity with receivers like Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins. They analyze strategies to avoid slow starts, debate the merits of increased preseason participation, and pro...
Cincinnati Bengals star Joe Burrow starred in Netflix's Quarterback. James Rapien and Jake Liscow give their top takeaways from the series, discuss the viral clips, including Burrow's process, mindset, what sets him apart from Jared Goff and Kirk Cousins and so much more!
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As NFL training camps approach, ranking season is kicking off across media outlets, and the Cincinnati Bengals' skill group isn't quite at the top of the list. Jake and James break down Bill Barnwell's skill position rankings before diving into Chase Brown and the Bengals' DTs getting no votes in their respective top 10 rankings.
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The Cincinnati Bengals may need some lottery tickets to hit to compete for a #1 seed in 2025. Jake Liscow and James Rapien break it down from scratch-offs to the biggest longshots who could help the Bengals take a leap despite risky profiles as they look for potential unexpected breakouts for this season.
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Trey Hendrickson should lead the Cincinnati Bengals' pass rush again in 2025, but who else will step up and contribute is a question that could define the season with a defense in transition. Jake Liscow and James Rapien break down how important it is that the Bengals figure out getting after the passer, and whether Shemar Stewart can be the guy that elevates them or if it will need to be a committee approach. Plus, we discuss the ...
Which defenses will give Joe Burrow and the Cincinnati Bengals offense the most trouble in 2025? The AFC North is stacking up, with the Pittsburgh Steelers adding Jalen Ramsey and the Baltimore Ravens bringing in Jaire Alexander. But don't sleep on out-of-division threats like the Denver Broncos and Detroit Lions. Jake Liscow and James Rapien break down the toughest defensive matchups awaiting the Bengals this year.
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There's no time like the end of June to try to figure out who the Cincinnati Bengals will keep on their initial 53-man roster. Before training camp battles have played out with their surprise breakouts and head-turners, Jake and James take a stab at the roster locks and bubble battles that will dominate training camp stories in August.
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The Hamilton County commissioners approved the framework of a new lease for the Cincinnati Bengals and Paycor Stadium that will keep the team in Cincinnati through 2036. Jake and James break down why this is a win-win, the scope of the deal, and how it came together. The team fulfills its desire to stay put, the county caps its liability and gets more control over events at Paycor, and fans don't have to worry about the team leavin...
Is rookie linebacker Demetrius Knight poised to be a day one starter for the Cincinnati Bengals? Jake Liscow and James Rapien analyze Knight's potential impact alongside veterans like Logan Wilson and Oren Burks. Then, they dive into the heated right guard competition, exploring whether Jalen Rivers or Matt Lee could challenge veterans Cody Ford and Lucas Patrick for the starting role, and the complications of depth. We wrap up wit...
Who will be the game-changers for the Cincinnati Bengals in 2025? From Dax Hill's defensive impact to Amarius Mims' evolution in the run game, this episode breaks down the key players who could elevate Cincinnati's 2025 season. Jake and James explore how new defensive coordinator Al Golden might unlock the team's talent, and how important it is for Evan McPherson to regain his clutch kicking form.
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Is Zac Taylor's job with the Cincinnati Bengals on the line in 2025? We dive into the complexities surrounding the head coach's future, the Bengals' unique handling of coaching decisions, Taylor's contract situation, and the pivotal factors that could make or break his future in Cincinnati.
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The Cincinnati Bengals resumed communication with Trey Hendrickson about his contract and future, a sign for optimism that there will be a resolution. Jake Liscow and James Rapien break down potential good news on the Hendrickson front, then dive into Zac Taylor's updated training camp and preseason plan as the Bengals' head coach is making changes in pursuit of a fast start.
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Joe Burrow is primed to light up the NFL after an MVP-worthy 2024 campaign. Jake Liscow and James Rapien dive into the Bengals' star quarterback's offseason that looks ahead of schedule thanks to continuity and trust with his receiving targets. Plus, we get into the state of the Bengals' offensive guard competition with Dylan Fairchild in pole position to start at LG after the offseason program, and finish the show with Al Golden's...
Contract controversy rocks the Cincinnati Bengals as rookie Shemar Stewart's absence from minicamp steals the spotlight. What's behind this unexpected standoff between the first-round pick and the NFL franchise?
Jake and James dissect the intricacies of Stewart's contract dispute, analyzing the language causing friction and its implications for future guarantees. They explore how both sides are navigating this high-stakes negotiatio...
Contract drama is BACK for the Cincinnati Bengals as star players Shemar Stewart and Trey Hendrickson clash with management. Jake Liscow and James Rapien dissect Stewart's bold statements and Hendrickson's minicamp absence, exploring their potential impact on team chemistry. Joe Burrow acknowledged the distractions, but there's a silver lining: the team's engine on offense offense doesn't have those distractions, and instead has gr...
The Cincinnati Bengals are 18th in Pro Football Focus' NFL roster rankings. Is it too low? What needs to happen for the Bengals to move up? James Rapien and Jake Liscow react to the rankings, discuss some of the major question marks on the roster and explain why it's too low, even after the Bengals finished 9-8 in each of the past two seasons.
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Even with Aaron Rodgers reportedly joining the Pittsburgh Steelers, the AFC North pecking order feels unchanged. The Cincinnati Bengals have to get through the Baltimore Ravens and a generally annoying division, so Jake Liscow and James Rapien break down the rest of the division looking for how they've improved as they try to set the division's power rankings in early June.
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While Bengals fans are waiting to see what will happen with Jermaine Burton's second year in the NFL, Tee Higgins was effusive with his praise for Andrei Iosivas on Tuesday after an OTA practice. Jake Liscow and James Rapien break down why Yoshi should still be seen as a clear WR3 for the Bengals' prolific passing offense. Plus, we dive into the big takeaways from practice including the CB rotation featuring Cam Taylor-Britt in the...
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