Will play action unlock the Cincinnati Bengals’ offense or become their Achilles’ heel in 2026? Jake Liscow and Joe Goodberry debate whether the deadly Joe Burrow, Ja’Marr Chase, and Tee Higgins trio, combined with a revamped play-action approach, can erase past slow starts and ignite early-season dominance. Orlando Brown Jr.’s ranking—and the swing tackle depth around him—raise high-stakes questions for the offensive line, while Chase Brown’s explosiveness offers hope for a dynamic run game.

On defense, Dexter Lawrence could be a true game-changer as the Bengals pivot to a 3-4 scheme, but uncertainty looms over Al Golden’s play-calling and depth at linebacker and slot corner. Will Cincinnati’s pass rush, anchored by Boye Mafe and rising talents like Myles Murphy, push the Bengals into the NFL’s elite, or will lingering personnel gaps prove costly against top-tier opponents?

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Will the Cincinnati Bengals change their spending priorities as extension talks have reportedly stalled with DJ Turner? With a future franchise tag possibility and key players like Dax Hill, Myles Murphy, and Chase Brown facing uncertain futures, the Bengals could dip into their $18 million of salary cap space. Is the front office playing it too safe, or are bigger moves on the horizon?

Jake Liscow and Joe Goodberry break down the possible pivots between extensions and free agency. Plus, we dive into Joe Burrow’s comments about maximize pre-snap analysis at the line of scrimmage that he discussed on the “Chasing No. 1” podcast with Ja’Marr Chase as vibes remain high in Cincinnati.

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Cincinnati Bengals overhaul their practice squad with high-upside additions and a fierce battle for the swing tackle spot. Can Blake Freeland, with his elite athleticism but underwhelming NFL production, outshine Javon Foster, Myles Hinton, and Jalen Rivers for a crucial backup role? 

Jake Liscow and Joe Goodberry spotlight developmental prospects while raising concerns about offensive line depth and the importance of Orlando Brown Jr. and Amarius Mims staying healthy. Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins nurse minor injuries, but Zac Taylor sounds optimistic about their Week 1 status. Key Bengals tight ends Eric All and Jack Endries earn strong praise for their preseason progress, hinting at a reshaped offensive approach. 

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The Cincinnati Bengals were still in the market to improve their offensive tackle depth after the initial cut to 53, and claimed Myles Hinton, who fits the "developmental tackle" role more than it looks like he'll be a swing tackle. The former Philadelphia Eagles 6th round pick displaced Tight End Tanner Hudson, but the question remains whether the Bengals will add a veteran OT3.

Jake Liscow and Joe Goodberry discuss the Hinton addition, and dig into the Bengals' practice squad after the Bengals had none of their cut players claimed by other teams, but saw Mitch Tinsley and Cam Grandy sign to other practice squads. Key pieces like Shaka Heyward and Bralyn Lux will provide quality depth, but the guys wonder whether other offensive linemen are on their way to the practice squad. 

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The Cincinnati Bengals had tougher decisions to make than usual to get to a 53-man roster, and injuries threw a wrench into things. All of the Bengals' rookies made it, including Landon Robinson and Jack Endries. Plus, there were a few surprises like Ke'Shawn Williams beating out Charlie Jones for WR6 and the returner job, and Brian Parker and Ja'Sir Taylor ending up on IR to make space for Jacob Bayer and Josh Newton.

Jake Liscow and Joe Goodberry break down the Bengals' decisions that mostly aligned with their expectations, why the surprises went down the way they did, and what they should be looking at on the waiver wire. 

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For the first time in 20 years, the Bengals finish the preseason undefeated. That's great, but how much does it matter? More importantly, tomorrow is cutdown day. The Bengals will be trimming the roster down to 53 players by 6:00 Sunday night.

Alex Frank, Coach Art Valero, Mike Santagana, and Evan Stacy discuss the biggest questions surrounding the Bengals trimming their roster down to 53 players and which positions and players will be the greatest focuses.

The guys then share who won the preseason for the Bengals and which players were on the losing end through the three preseason games.

Myles Murphy is going into his fourth season with the Bengals. A former first-round pick, he's been really good throughout training camp and the preseason. ut how much competition is Cashius Howell giving him?

The Bengals only played their starters in the first preseason game for two series. Should they have played more? Alex, Art, Mike, and Evan discuss that.

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The Cincinnati Bengals completed a flawless preseason, Dohnte Meyers continued his storybook summer, and the rookie class punctuated a strong start in the NFL. Preseason heroics and a good run of health set the stage for tough 53-man roster decisions as Zac Taylor’s squad faces a surplus of talent.

Jake Liscow and Joe Goodberry dissect standout performances from rookies like Jamal Haynes, Ke'Shawn Williams, and Tacario Davis, the OT3 battle between Javon Foster and Jalen Rivers, and predict the fate of bubble players such as Charlie Jones and Mitch Tinsley as they project the regular season roster.

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Ja'Marr Chase went down in practice on Tuesday, and it did not look good initially. Thankfully, though, he says he sustained just a "little hyperextension" and could have played in a game if there had been one the next day.

Still, though, Alex Frank is not happy with the fact that Ja'Marr was even practicing on Tuesday, and he explains why. Alex, Coach Art Valero, and Jake Liscow dive into what went down in practice Tuesday and what it says about Chase, the wide receiver room, and the depth in that room.

Dohnte Meyers, without question, has been the story in Training Camp and the Preseason. Is he a lock to make the 53-man roster?

On Monday, the Bengals released Cody Ford. Now, the depth at swing tackle really comes into focus. Will the Bengals make a move to sign one before the start of the regular season? If so, who could they sign?

There's a narrative out there that Joe Burrow is unhappy whenever he talks. But maybe it's just because he has a sense of urgency going into this season. Alex, Coach, and Jake discuss Burrow's mindset coming into the season.

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As the Cincinnati Bengals weigh difficult roster decisions, there's more potential for trades because they're deeper than normal. With surplus talent at wide receiver, defensive tackle, and interior offensive line, names like Kris Jenkins, TJ Slaton, Charlie Jones, and Tanner Hudson could spark interest across the NFL. Can the Bengals flip these assets for a much-needed swing tackle ahead of the regular season?

Jake Liscow and Joe Goodberry discuss the Bengals' trade chips ahead of cutdown day. Which Bengals could be on the move, and what return would justify the risk?

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A darkhorse for the Bengals at the start of training camp, Dohnte Meyers has climbed the depth chart, challenging Mitch Tinsley and Charlie Jones and reshaping the 53-man roster race. The returner battle looms large, where Jones and Ke'Shawn Williams will try to make their case for roster spots.

Joe Goodberry and Jake Liscow break down final training camp takeaways, positional versatility, and critical roster battles ahead of cuts. The biggest decision left is probably swing tackle, where Javon Foster and Jalen Rivers will make their final arguments against the Eagles on Friday.

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