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- 9/10/26: Hours 1 and 2, Jon Ledyard Interview (Bengals/Bucs Preview), James Schedule Prediction,
Topics include: Jon Ledyard (NFL analyst) joins to preview the Bengals/Bucs, James shares his Bengals schedule prediction, the Ringer's QB room rankings, and more
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1 hr 27 min - INTERVIEW: Jeremy Fowler, ESPN Senior NFL Reporter, on Bengals Expectations
Jeremy Fowler, Senior NFL Reporter for ESPN, joins First Word to discuss expectations for the Cincinnati Bengals, whether Joe Burrow will win the MVP, Zac Taylor, and more
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18 min - INTERVIEW: John Breech, CBS Sports Writer, Gives Bengals Predictions
John Breech, a CBS Sports writer, joins First Word to share his thoughts on the upcoming season for the Cincinnati Bengals, including Chase Brown, Zac Taylor, the AFC North, and DJ Turner.
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16 min - 9/9/26: Hours 3 and 4, Paul Dehner Jr., Jeremy Fowler, and John Breech Interviews, and Cincinnati Wednesday Night Preview
Topics include: interviews with Paul Dehner Jr. (The Athletic), Jeremy Fowler (ESPN), and John Breech (CBS Sports), all talking Bengals and the NFL picture
Plus, a quick preview of Wednesday night's Reds game and FC Cincinnati match
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1 hr 27 min - 9/9/26: Hours 1 and 2, Joe Burrow's Quotes, Elly De La Cruz Impresses, Bengals Schedule Prediction
Topics include: reaction to Joe Burrow's quotes about playing for the Bengals, Elly De La Cruz had another stellar game, Marisa gives her schedule prediction, and more
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1 hr 28 min - 9/8/26: Hours 3 and 4, Trevor Sikkema Interview (Bengals Preview), Joey Votto Future
Topics include: Trevor Sikkema (NFL Host/Analyst) previews the Bengals, thoughts on the future of Joey Votto in the Reds organization, plus NFL season X factors
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1 hr 27 min - 9/8/26: Hours 1 and 2, Bengals Select Captains, Reds Potential Sale, Predicting Bengals Schedule
Topics include: the Bengals announced their 2026 captains over the weekend, potential sale of the Cincinnati Reds, Jacob predicts the Bengals schedule, and NFL Hall of Fame committee changes
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1 hr 28 min - 9/4/26: Hours 3 and 4, Bengals Projections, Bearcats Football Preview with Russ Heltman
Topics include: projecting Ja'Marr Chase's season totals, Cincinnati Bearcats football preview with Russ Heltman of BearcatsTalk.com, and more
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1 hr 27 min - 9/4/26: Hours 1 and 2, Miles Robinson Interview, Bengals TE Discussion, Headlines
Topics include: interview with FC Cincinnati's Miles Robinson, discussion around Erick All Jr., and headlines you may have missed
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1 hr 28 min - 9/3/26: Hours 3 and 4, Brad Evans Interview, NL Rookie of the Year Discussion
Topics include: interview with Brad Evans ahead of the start of the NFL season, NFL Rookie of the Year discussion, and more
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About First Word
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First Word with James Rapien is Cincinnati’s ONLY daily morning sports show, delivering the latest news, analysis, and insider insight on the biggest stories in sports.
Rapien is joined by Marisa Contipelli and Jacob Tissot to cover everything happening with the Bengals, Reds, FC Cincinnati, Bearcats, Musketeers and Ohio State Buckeyes.
From breaking news and game reactions to exclusive interviews, roster updates, and expert analysis, First Word gets you caught up on everything you need to know before the day starts. Watch LIVE weekdays from 7-11AM ET on YouTube and the Rock Entertainment Sports Network, or listen on demand anytime.
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