Same Old Stripes

On today's mini-episode, we're joined by Cincinnati Bengals UDFA WR Jack Sorenson! We discuss his introduction to the NFL life. Jack shares how Ja'Marr Chase, Tee Higgins, and Tyler Boyd have already made a lasting impression on his game. He tells us about growing up as a Packers fan and why he wants to deliver a big game in the future on the frozen tundra while wearing orange and black. Then, we talk about why Miami University will always be a special place for Jack Sorenson. 

On today's episode, we take some time to review the Cincinnati Bengals off-season additions that are meant to put this team over the top as a Super Bowl contender. First, we review the offensive line additions, breaking down what free-agent additions Alex Cappa, Ted Karras, and La'el Collins will bring the team this year. Plus, we set our expectations for Cordell Volson, who could be a flexible chip in the offense as a rookie. Then, we turn our sights to the young defensive pieces this team added during the spring. Billy and Willie rave over Cam Taylor-Britt as a potential starting corner. Later, they talk about the comfortability of Daxton Hill filling in for Jessie Bates III if the hold-out goes into the season. Finally, they discuss if it's the right time for the Bengals to turn to young faces at a few key special teams posts. 

On today's episode, we're back together to talk about the nuances of the 2022 Cincinnati Bengals schedule... or so we thought. Early in the episode, the news hit our desk that Jessie Bates III has no intentions to play on the franchise tag. We discuss the implications of his decision, if Daxton Hill needs to be ready to start based on this information, and what's next for the star safety as he tries to get the Bengals to ink him to a new deal. Later, we return to our schedule talk to look at our favorite games and storylines that develop in the 17-game span. 

On today's BONUS edition of the podcast, we're joined for a great interview with Cincinnati Bengals safety Michael Thomas. In a wide-ranging interview, we talk about what it takes to go from being an undrafted rookie to being a Pro Bowler and play a decade of professional football. Plus, we talk about his experiences working with Darrin Simmons, Clark Harris, Kevin Huber, and Evan McPherson in one of the most personality-driven special teams rooms in the league.

On today's episode, we take some time to collect ourselves after the 2022 NFL Draft, where the Cincinnati Bengals were one of the more aggressive clubs. However, we're first joined by the 252nd pick from Sunday's draft, Jeffrey Gunter of Coastal Carolina, to help him pick which number suits him best in Cincinnati. Then, we give our favorite picks of the draft, the ones that left the most questions, and identified what we might have done differently. Finally, we look at the impact of individual players from this class will have on the 2022 roster and roster decisions moving forward for the Bengals. 

On today's emergency episode, we discuss a thrilling selection at 31st overall in the 2022 NFL Draft for the Cincinnati Bengals, with Michigan safety/corner Daxton Hill joining the ranks. We're joined by Joe Goodberry to discuss why the pick is such a fun fit, how Lou Anarumo will roll Hill out in 2022, and who else fits the Bengals on Day 2. Plus, we discuss what Dax Hill could mean for the future of Jessie Bates III and Vonn Bell. 

On today's episode, we talk through a number of scenarios that could unfold with the Bengals pick at 31st overall in this weekend's 2022 NFL Draft. First, we stack up the positions that the team needs most with the pick, then break down those options. We touch on a number of fan-favorite targets, including Tyler Linderbaum, Andrew Booth, Kaiir Elam, Logan Hall, George Karlaftis, and more! Finally, we make our predictions for what will unfold on Thursday evening (or Friday afternoon) and get ourselves excited for the next wave of new Bengals talent. 

On today's episode, the guys get back together after a two week layoff and pick up with some of the latest Bengals news. They open the show by sharing their thoughts on the news about the City of Cincinnati and Bengals organization making a motion to build the team an indoor practice bubble. Then, we shift our focus to the offensive side of the ball, where we take a position-by-position inventory. We start with quarterbacks, where Joe Burrow has the Bengals in a great spot. We then kick to the line, where we have a few big questions. Then, we close out with some discussion of the other offensive skill positions, especially as it relates to addressing their need to add a fourth wide receiver in the 2022 NFL Draft.

On today's episode, we stay focused on the defensive side of the ball for the Bengals ahead of the 2022 NFL Draft. First, however, we're joined for a tremendous interview with Cincinnati Bengals linebacker Joe Bachie, who discusses his off-season rehab program, the great vibes in the linebackers room, and his relationship with teammate Logan Wilson. Then, we take some time to break down each position group on the Bengals defense and assess what's needed before the beginning of the season. We all share some names we could see boosting next year's pass rush unit, how Joseph Ossai could be a major boost, and what talents might be key to target in the early rounds. Plus, we dive into the dilemma of drafting a safety in the first round. 

On today's episode, we take a step back from free agency and look at the bigger picture established by the Cincinnati Bengals over the past few weeks. We look at their moves as a catalyst for Joe Burrow's extension in 2023, plus discuss what hold-ups (if any) there might be in getting that massive deal done. Then, we discuss why having Burrow is so crucial when considering the other ways teams have spent wildly in free agency. After that, we start to look at some of the options that could be on the board for the Bengals with the 31st overall pick and share our favorite options. Finally, we look at the AFC landscape and share which teams have improved the most, plus which teams aren't doing much to make observers excited.