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August 5, 2025 40 mins

What's the secret sauce for a Super Bowl team? It's more than just talent—it's about leadership, chemistry, and a relentless will to win. In this must-watch episode of "In the Trenches," Bengals legend Solomon Wilcots joins Dave Lapham to deliver a masterclass on what makes the current Cincinnati Bengals so formidable.

 

Drawing from his own Super Bowl experience, Wilcots breaks down the critical importance of locker room culture, the unique leadership of Joe Burrow and Zac Taylor, and why this team has earned the respect of the entire league

 

The Mindset of a Champion: Solomon Wilcots shares lessons on toughness and accountability he learned from legends like Ronnie Lott.

 

Building a Cohesive Unit: An inside look at the challenges and keys to success for the O-Line and secondary.

 

A True Contender: Solomon explains why no team in the NFL wanted to face the Bengals in last year's playoffs.

 

We want to thank Solomon for being a fantastic guest and for joining us today on In the Trenches with Dave Lapham brought to you by First Star Logistics. We also look forward to growing our new central channel, First Star Media Group, and having you fans follow us along the ride. A lot more content is coming soon so definitely hit that subscribe button so you never miss one of our uploads! As always Who Dey!

 

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