The Cincinnati Bengals have to take a guard in the 2025 NFL Draft. Will it be in the first round? 

James Rapien discusses their options, why the Bengals may have to do something they’ve done in the past, and what guards could make sense in the first round.

The Cincinnati Bengals have a number of pressing needs to address in the 2025 NFL Draft. Protecting Joe Burrow should be at the top of their list of priorities, but they have yet to sign a starting guard in free agency. James Rapien and Andrew Fox Miller rank the guard position along with other positions the Bengals should target early in the draft. Plus, Joe Burrow meets Al Pacino, Paycor Stadium is impacted by flooding and more!

The Cincinnati Bengals need to bolster their defense. Which defensive playmakers make sense for them in the first round of the 2025 NFL Draft? 

James Rapien shares his thoughts on the top targets at pick No. 17, including some non-defensive line options that could be high on the Bengals' draft board!

Cincinnati Bengals star defensive end Trey Hendrickson took exception to a comment Executive Vice President Katie Blackburn made on Tuesday. Hendrickson shot back at the Bengals during an appearance on the Pat McAfee Show. James Rapien reacts to the comments and explains why this could just be the start of a battle between Hendrickson and the Bengals. 

Cincinnati Bengals head coach Zac Taylor suggested that a guard signing may not happen anytime soon. Are the Bengals taking a huge risk ahead of the NFL Draft? James Rapien and Andrew Fox Miller react to Taylor's comments on holes in Joe Burrow's protection. Plus, Taylor implores patience from Bengals fans as the team works out an extension with Trey Hendrickson.

The Cincinnati Bengals have to get multiple impact players in the 2025 NFL Draft.

James Rapien explains what he wants the Bengals to do in the first round, why this draft is more difficult to navigate when compared to previous years and more!

The Cincinnati Bengals have the 17th overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft. How should they approach the draft?

James Rapien shares his thoughts on this year’s draft class, what positions the Bengals could target in the first round and more!

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Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow shared his thoughts on Ja'marr Chase and Tee Higgins agreeing to four-year extensions. The Bengals also kept Mike Gesicki from signing elsewhere during free agency. 

James Rapien and Andrew Fox Miller react to Burrow's comments and give their overall grades for the offseason so far. Plus, thoughts on Chidobe Awuzie joining an AFC North rival, and Joe Burrow heading to Netflix for Season 2 of Quarterback.

The Cincinnati Bengals made a self-inflicted mistake when they signed Ja’Marr Chase and Tee Higgins. 

James Rapien explains, plus he talks about the 2025 salary cap and why the Bengals could’ve maximized their ability to build a championship level team around Joe Burrow. 

The Cincinnati Bengals are bringing in free agent guard Lucas Patrick for a visit. The veteran offensive lineman has experience at both guard spots and center. 

James Rapien reacts to the news, explains why it would be a questionable move if they're bringing in Patrick to start, but why he could also be a solid addition if they view him as a depth piece!