00:00:00 – 00:00:48 – Introduction

Solomon Wilcots welcomes NFL Network insider Tom Pelissero to discuss his observations from Bengals training camp. They dive into the team’s overall outlook, highlighting the improved depth at wide receiver and a renewed focus on getting off to a fast start this season. Tom points out how both offense and defense are showing promise, with the defense featuring impressive young talent and strong performances during camp. The conversation moves into contract negotiations, particularly the Trey Hendrickson situation, and how the Bengals’ philosophy around contracts might impact keeping key players. They also touch on the Bengals’ persistent slow starts in recent years and how the team has adjusted its camp practice schedule to try and change that pattern.00:00:52 — Training camp impressions / Bengals offense and receivers

00:03:29 — Bengals defense update and young talent

00:05:10 — Bengals contract philosophy & Trey Hendrickson standoff

00:08:54 — Trade value and compensation for Hendrickson

00:10:50 — Importance of fast starts and team challenges

00:12:29 — Adjustments in practice schedule to encourage fast starts

00:13:24 — Preseason game analysis: offense vs. defense

00:15:30 — Al Golden’s new defense: schematic changes and expectations

00:16:22 — Draft pick spotlight: Shemar Stewart & rookie class

00:19:51 — Offense improvement focus: running game dilemma

00:20:54 — Vision for the backfield

00:23:40 — Joe Burrow’s health and performance expectations

00:25:37 — AFC North storyline preview

00:29:03 — season outlook

Host Solomon Wilcots and Hall of Famer Anthony Munoz discuss key offseason moves and preseason priorities for the Cincinnati Bengals, including the importance of re-signing Trey Hendrickson and getting Joe Burrow reps with the starting offensive line. They analyze the impact of new coaches and young players like Amarius Mims and Shemar Stewart, highlighting the need for leadership and fast starts. Looking ahead, they stress that stopping the run and early-season wins are crucial for a special Bengals season.

00:01:09 – Trey Hendrickson’s future: sign or trade?

00:02:13 – Importance of Hendrickson’s leadership for the defense and young players (e.g., Shemar Stewart).

00:03:12 – Should Joe Burrow and the Bengals’ starters play in preseason games?

00:05:20 – Zach Taylor’s efforts to improve fast starts; leadership in the locker room.

00:07:16 – Significance of preseason reps for Joe Burrow and the offensive line.

00:08:38 – Impressions of new offensive line coach Scott Peters and his approach.

00:11:00 – Bengals’ interior offensive line: outlook on Cordell Volson, Dylan Fairchild, Lucas Patrick.

00:12:46 – Year 2 expectations and progress for Amarius Mims and Orlando Brown Jr.

00:15:12 – First impressions of Shemar Stewart and his potential.

00:17:32 – Defensive outlook under new DC Al Golden.

00:19:02 – Secondary preview: talent, chemistry, and roles.

00:20:16 – Keys for the Bengals to have a special season: fast start, stopping the run, and offensive potential.

Solomon Wilcots and Charlie Goldsmith discuss Shemar Stewart signing his rookie contract with the Bengals and his early progress in training camp, along with the ongoing contract stalemate between the team and Trey Hendrickson. They evaluate the development of the Bengals' defensive line, highlighting Joseph Osai and Miles Murphy, and break down the competition and potential of the secondary and safety units. The episode emphasizes the importance of team chemistry and limiting big plays on defense for the upcoming season.

Solomon and Charlie are here with a new episode of Bleav in Bengals on the heels of the press conference given by Bengals owner Mike Brown and his comments on the Shemar Stewart holdout. The guys give their take on the scenario and where they believe the Bengals are headed from here. They also touch on what Charlie has seen from Training Camp thus far and what he shares should get any fans out there excited for the upcoming season! Listen right here ONLY on Bleav in Bengals!

00:01:14 – First impressions from Bengals training camp; increased physicality

In this episode of Bleav in Bengals, Solomon Wilcots and guest James Rapien dive into Joe Burrow’s unique mindset and leadership, as shown in the latest Netflix "Quarterback" series, discuss the importance of Burrow’s relationships and his impact on the team, and then shift to concerns about Bengals’ contract situations with key players like Shemar Stewart and Trey Hendrickson, expressing worry about the front office’s approach during this crucial Super Bowl window. Solomon Wilcots welcomes James Rapien (Sports Illustrated, Bengals) [00:01:03] – Netflix ‘Quarterback’ Series Featuring Joe Burrow Joe’s privacy, unique mindset, approach, and what’s revealed about his personality and process. [00:05:59] – Leadership & League-Wide Respect for Joe Burrow Praise from Zac Taylor and KC DC Steve Spagnuolo [00:08:27] – Burrow’s MVP-level Season & Family Influence- Importance of Burrow’s family, support system (parents, high school friends). [00:10:29] – Staying Grounded: Burrow’s Roots & Friendships - How Burrow stays humble, maintains connections with family and childhood friends despite stardom. 00:11:28– The Power of High School & Teammate Bonds Conversation around the lasting impact of high school football bonds. [00:13:40] – Trust in Peyton Manning & Burrow’s Privacy- telling Burrow’s story, addressing vulnerability (home break-in). [00:13:50] – Shemar Stewart Contract Holdout Situation. Shemar Stewart’s return to Texas A&M campus amidst Bengals rookie contract dispute. [00:18:14] – Stewart’s Missed Reps & Team Impact [00:19:28] – Pattern of Contract Disputes in Bengals Offseasons .Repeated contract issues (Jessie Bates, Tee Higgins, JaMarr Chase, Trey Hendrickson, Shemar Stewart). [00:21:49] – Front Office Decisions & Roster Construction [00:25:04] – Importance of Maximizing the Burrow Window** [00:26:06] – Importance of Getting Key Players Into Camp [00:27:27] – Trey Hendrickson Extension Logic [00:28:38] – Andrew Whitworth Comp

Solomon Wilcots is back once again with PFF Analyst Trevor Sikkema in order to talk this upcoming season with the Bengals. They talk about who the Bengals might have as a surprising secret weapon that they think can propel the team into new heights and they get into just how important it is to keep Trey Hendrickson in the fold. Lastly, they get into the Shemar Stewart situation and share their thoughts on the matter. Listen in NOW only right here on Bleav in Bengals!

Solomon Wilcots is back with a brand new episode of Bleav in Bengals and he is talking with Jesse Taylor who has started a sports and entertainment agency company and the two of them talk about the latest situation involving the NFLPA. They get into it about what the ongoing push has to do with the NFL and what changes we may see come about. Lastly, they touch on what this could mean for the Shemar Stewart situation in which the Bengals are trying to take away guaranteed money that belongs to Shemar Stewart in his rookie contract. Listen in NOW only right here on Bleav in Bengals!

Your favorite Bengals duo are back bright and early this week with an all new episode about the newest updates from the ongoing Trey Hendrickson situation. What could he be seeking and whats the limit that the Bengals front office might be willing to pay him. They also hit on the Shemar Stewart situation and say what they have heard from fans around Cincinnati. Lastly they hit on some new roles that players on the team might be looking at for this upcoming season. Who will be doing what? For all that info and much much more, listen in to this amazing episode of Bleav in Bengals NOW!

Solomon Wilcots stopped by to drop an update about the ongoing and ugly situation involving Bengals rookie Shemar Stewart and his hold out against the front office. It is not everyday that a 1st round draft pick has a hold out and it feels like the Bengals are the only team it could possibly happen to. See what Solomon has to say, who is wrong in this situation? Is Shemar Stewart asking for too much? Is the front office being selfish? What does this have to do with the Trey Hendrickson situation? All of those questions and much more answered on this impromptu episode of the Bleav in Bengals podcast!