Locked On Bengals

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The Cincinnati Bengals suddenly needed a running back after Zack Moss sustained a neck injury that landed him on IR, and they attacked the need by trading a 7th round pick for former Chicago Bears RB Khalil Herbert. The guys break down what Hebert brings to the table for the Bengals, while the team didn't add to a defensive line that could have used a talent injection. Plus, what could be next on a short week that could see Cincinnati short handed again. Join the Locked On Bengals Insider Community! https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonbengalsFind and follow Locked On Bengals on your favorite podcast platforms:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/locked-on-bengals-daily-podcast-on-the-cincinnati-bengals/id1159723162Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7AObc0lh0WmQl5fJVgtajsGoogle Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5tZWdhcGhvbmUuZm0vbG9ja2Vkb25iZW5nYWxz?sa=X&ved=0CAYQrrcFahcKEwio_sXtj8nuAhUAAAAAHQAAAAAQAgStitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/show/locked-on-bengalsFor yo

Joe Burrow is playing at the top of his game. We've glimpsed the 2024 Cincinnati Bengals looking like a good team as much as we've seen them look like a bad team. With Zack Moss and Erick All Jr. sustaining serious injuries in the last week, an obvious need for help at multiple positions, and a crucial division game on a short week, and the trade deadline around the corner, the guys discuss where the Bengals could and should add, and handicap the likelihood of a move. Join the Locked On Bengals Insider Community! https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonbengalsFind and follow Locked On Bengals on your favorite podcast platforms:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/locked-on-bengals-daily-podcast-on-the-cincinnati-bengals/id1159723162Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7AObc0lh0WmQl5fJVgtajsGoogle Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5tZWdhcGhvbmUuZm0vbG9ja2Vkb25iZW5nYWxz?sa=X&ved=0CAYQrrcFahcKEwio_sXtj8nuAhUAAAAAHQAAAAAQAgStitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/show/locked-on

Joe Burrow was awesome against the Raiders on Sunday, consistently making plays under pressure and showing elite pocket feel and management on his way to taking the Bengals over 40 points. On the other side, Trey Hendrickson led a bounceback effort for the defense against a hapless and injured-riddled Las Vegas offense with his own monster performance. All that covered and more as the guys break down what went down in the Bengals' first home win! Join the Locked On Bengals Insider Community! https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonbengalsFind and follow Locked On Bengals on your favorite podcast platforms:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/locked-on-bengals-daily-podcast-on-the-cincinnati-bengals/id1159723162Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7AObc0lh0WmQl5fJVgtajsGoogle Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5tZWdhcGhvbmUuZm0vbG9ja2Vkb25iZW5nYWxz?sa=X&ved=0CAYQrrcFahcKEwio_sXtj8nuAhUAAAAAHQAAAAAQAgStitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/show/locked-on-bengalsFor your next

The Cincinnati Bengals are in a hole. At this point, every game the rest of the season is must-win. That certainly applies this week with the possibility of turning Week 10's Thursday Night game in Baltimore into an opportunity to get to .500. The Las Vegas Raiders have been a bad football team this year, but the Bengals still need to take care of business on Sunday. The guys break down what's going on with Tee Higgins and Orlando Brown Jr's injuries, and what must happen for the Bengals to get their first home win in 2024.Join the Locked On Bengals Insider Community! https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonbengalsFind and follow Locked On Bengals on your favorite podcast platforms:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/locked-on-bengals-daily-podcast-on-the-cincinnati-bengals/id1159723162Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7AObc0lh0WmQl5fJVgtajsGoogle Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5tZWdhcGhvbmUuZm0vbG9ja2Vkb25iZW5nYWxz?sa=X&ved=0CAYQrrcFahcKEwio_sXtj8nuAhUAAAAAHQA

The Las Vegas Raiders bring Marvin Lewis back to Cincinnati in an NFL coaching capacity for the first time since he parted ways with the Bengals in 2018, but there's more to this game than a coach seeing his former team. Jake is joined by Your Boy Q from Locked On Raiders to break down what's going on with the Raiders this year along with keys to victory as we take our first look at the Bengals' Week 9 opponent on this week's crossover.Join the Locked On Bengals Insider Community! https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonbengalsFind and follow Locked On Bengals on your favorite podcast platforms:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/locked-on-bengals-daily-podcast-on-the-cincinnati-bengals/id1159723162Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7AObc0lh0WmQl5fJVgtajsGoogle Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5tZWdhcGhvbmUuZm0vbG9ja2Vkb25iZW5nYWxz?sa=X&ved=0CAYQrrcFahcKEwio_sXtj8nuAhUAAAAAHQAAAAAQAgStitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/show/locked-on-bengalsFor your next listen, che

In this week’s AFC Squad, the crew discusses the Cleveland Browns win over the Baltimore Ravens, recaps from the Kansas City Chiefs, New England Patriots, Pittsburgh Steelers, and Denver Broncos wins. They also discuss the Anthony Richardson benching in Indianapolis and preview some of Week 9’s biggest games including the Buffalo Bills and Miami Dolphins, Las Vegas Raiders and Cincinnati Bengals. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Bilt RewardsEarn points now by paying rent right now by when you go to joinbilt.com/lockedonnfl5 Hour ENERGYWhat’s your Fan Fuel this week?! Whatever it is, do it with a 5 Hour Energy!LinkedInLinkedIn Jobs helps you find the qualified candidates you want to talk to, faster. Post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/LOCKEDONNFL. Terms and conditions apply.Hillsdale CollegeAll of Hillsdale’s courses are self-paced so that you can start whenever, and tune in wherever. Plus, you can go deeper with readings, quizzes, discussions - or just enjoy the lectures. Go right now to hillsdale.edu

Can the Cincinnati Bengals get better in 2024? The guys break down how the passing game, already a strength of the team, could potentially find improvements in-house. But there are some things that just don't seem very realistic to improve, from run blocking weaknesses to top-to-bottom issues on defense. Plus, an early look at the trade deadline that should feature activity from the Bengals, but we're prepared to be frustrated by a quiet week from the front office.Join the Locked On Bengals Insider Community! https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonbengalsFind and follow Locked On Bengals on your favorite podcast platforms:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/locked-on-bengals-daily-podcast-on-the-cincinnati-bengals/id1159723162Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7AObc0lh0WmQl5fJVgtajsGoogle Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5tZWdhcGhvbmUuZm0vbG9ja2Vkb25iZW5nYWxz?sa=X&ved=0CAYQrrcFahcKEwio_sXtj8nuAhUAAAAAHQAAAAAQAgStitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/show/locked-on-ben

The Cincinnati Bengals have been an organizational letdown, in varying degrees, in 2024. It looks like their transition plan to go from a core that included Jessie Bates, DJ Reader, and Chidobe Awuzie on defense is failing. Maybe they're getting lapped schematically. They're losing even when Joe Burrow puts on the cape and plays well. The guys break down why it's a total organizational issue, with questions for players, development, and the team's ability to adapt after a discouraging loss to the Eagles.Join the Locked On Bengals Insider Community! https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonbengalsFind and follow Locked On Bengals on your favorite podcast platforms:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/locked-on-bengals-daily-podcast-on-the-cincinnati-bengals/id1159723162Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7AObc0lh0WmQl5fJVgtajsGoogle Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5tZWdhcGhvbmUuZm0vbG9ja2Vkb25iZW5nYWxz?sa=X&ved=0CAYQrrcFahcKEwio_sXtj8nuAhUAAAAAHQAAAAAQAgStitcher: htt

The Cincinnati Bengals were thoroughly outplayed for the first time this year, and dropped to 0-4 at home and 3-5 on the season. The guys react to an abysmal loss after jumping out to a 10-3 lead before getting outscored 34-7 the rest of the way. The team just isn't meeting expectations, from the front office, to the coaching staff, to the supporting cast around a QB who tried to put the team on his back, but couldn't.Join the Locked On Bengals Insider Community! https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonbengalsFind and follow Locked On Bengals on your favorite podcast platforms:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/locked-on-bengals-daily-podcast-on-the-cincinnati-bengals/id1159723162Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7AObc0lh0WmQl5fJVgtajsGoogle Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5tZWdhcGhvbmUuZm0vbG9ja2Vkb25iZW5nYWxz?sa=X&ved=0CAYQrrcFahcKEwio_sXtj8nuAhUAAAAAHQAAAAAQAgStitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/show/locked-on-bengalsFor your next listen, check out the Locked

This is the "make us believe" game for the Cincinnati Bengals. They've won 3 of 4 against some bad teams, and have 3 narrow losses to teams at the top of the standings. Beating the Philadelphia Eagles the way they took care of the San Francisco 49ers in 2023 would go a long way in making us believe the team is back where preseason expectations had them. The guys break down how that could happen in a game that is more likely to go down to the wire.Join the Locked On Bengals Insider Community! https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonbengalsFind and follow Locked On Bengals on your favorite podcast platforms:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/locked-on-bengals-daily-podcast-on-the-cincinnati-bengals/id1159723162Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7AObc0lh0WmQl5fJVgtajsGoogle Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5tZWdhcGhvbmUuZm0vbG9ja2Vkb25iZW5nYWxz?sa=X&ved=0CAYQrrcFahcKEwio_sXtj8nuAhUAAAAAHQAAAAAQAgStitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/show/locked-on-bengalsFor your next

The Cincinnati Bengals have tied the Philadelphia Eagles twice in their last four games, which is pretty weird. But that's far from the most important story for either team as both the Eagles and Bengals are trying to sustain momentum on small win streaks against the Browns and Giants (both teams!) after disappointing starts to the season. The guys  crossover with Louie DiBiase from Locked On Eagles to take a look at the biggest stories and keys to victory (Saquon Barkley, protection, fast starts) for each team on Sunday.Join the Locked On Bengals Insider Community! https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonbengalsFind and follow Locked On Bengals on your favorite podcast platforms:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/locked-on-bengals-daily-podcast-on-the-cincinnati-bengals/id1159723162Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7AObc0lh0WmQl5fJVgtajsThe guys break down why Zac Taylor's offense appeared to get outcoached, why the Cincinnati Bengals' run game struggled, how they held up in protection, and h

In this episode of AFC Squad, the crew discusses their team’s Week 7 outcomes, their thoughts on Tua Tagovailoa’s Week 8 return, which second place teams in their AFC Divisions have the best chance at success this season, and whether or not Lamar Jackson is the better MVP candidate than Patrick Mahomes.

An 0-3 start followed by a 3-1 stretch with losses to teams at the top of the standings and wins against teams at the bottom make this Cincinnati Bengals team a bit of an enigma. They're right there with good teams in one-score losses, but haven't beaten one. The eye test says they've been a flawed rollercoaster that hasn't come all the way together, and the burden continues to feel like it's on the offense overall. So the guys break down what to make of the variables around the Bengals' start, and where they could go from here.Join the Locked On Bengals Insider Community! https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonbengalsFind and follow Locked On Bengals on your favorite podcast platforms:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/locked-on-bengals-daily-podcast-on-the-cincinnati-bengals/id1159723162Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7AObc0lh0WmQl5fJVgtajsThe guys break down why Zac Taylor's offense appeared to get outcoached, why the Cincinnati Bengals' run game struggled, how they held up in protection

The guys break down why Zac Taylor's offense appeared to get outcoached, why the Cincinnati Bengals' run game struggled, how they held up in protection, and how Joe Burrow against Cleveland in Week 7. Plus, we discuss what's going right on the defensive side of the ball and look for signs of sustainability.Join the Locked On Bengals Insider Community! https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonbengalsFind and follow Locked On Bengals on your favorite podcast platforms:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/locked-on-bengals-daily-podcast-on-the-cincinnati-bengals/id1159723162Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7AObc0lh0WmQl5fJVgtajsThe guys break down why Zac Taylor's offense appeared to get outcoached, why the Cincinnati Bengals' run game struggled, how they held up in protection, and how Joe Burrow against Cleveland in Week 7. Plus, we discuss what's going right on the defensive side of the ball and look for signs of sustainability.Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5

The Cincinnati Bengals got their first win in Cleveland since 2017 and rode their defense, Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins, and a Charlie Jones opening kickoff return for a touchdown to get there. The guys break down the biggest takeaways as it was another rocky performance from the offense against a defensive coordinator that has had their number. But the Bengals once again made enough plays to get to 3-4 and do what they had to do to claw back into playoff contention.Join the Locked On Bengals Insider Community! https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonbengalsFind and follow Locked On Bengals on your favorite podcast platforms:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/locked-on-bengals-daily-podcast-on-the-cincinnati-bengals/id1159723162Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7AObc0lh0WmQl5fJVgtajsGoogle Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5tZWdhcGhvbmUuZm0vbG9ja2Vkb25iZW5nYWxz?sa=X&ved=0CAYQrrcFahcKEwio_sXtj8nuAhUAAAAAHQAAAAAQAgStitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/show/locked-on-

The guys preview another must-win game for the Cincinnati Bengals - and they're going to keep having must-wins. It doesn't really even matter who the opponent is even if getting an AFC win is part of the puzzle, but this week's trip to Cleveland to face the Browns involves the Bengals need to get a monkey off their back and bring home a W from the other corner of Ohio.Join the Locked On Bengals Insider Community! https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonbengalsFind and follow Locked On Bengals on your favorite podcast platforms:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/locked-on-bengals-daily-podcast-on-the-cincinnati-bengals/id1159723162Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7AObc0lh0WmQl5fJVgtajsGoogle Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5tZWdhcGhvbmUuZm0vbG9ja2Vkb25iZW5nYWxz?sa=X&ved=0CAYQrrcFahcKEwio_sXtj8nuAhUAAAAAHQAAAAAQAgStitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/show/locked-on-bengalsFor your next listen, check out the Locked On Fantasy Football podcast. Get daily insight to t

In the latest AFC Squad, the crew runs down the Davante Adams trade to the New York Jets, Amari Cooper landing with the Buffalo Bills, any other teams that could be looking to make some trades at the deadline, and which teams in the AFC that currently lead the division have the likelier chance of losing the division.

The first Battle Of Ohio in 2024 features a Cleveland Browns team trying to avoid a tailspin and a Cincinnati Bengals team still in desperation mode to get back to where they thought they'd be in the preseason. The guys get into their weekly crossover with Jeff Lloyd of Locked On Browns to break down the biggest stories between Paul Brown's two franchises ahead of their Week 7 clash in Cleveland.Join the Locked On Bengals Insider Community! https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonbengalsFind and follow Locked On Bengals on your favorite podcast platforms:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/locked-on-bengals-daily-podcast-on-the-cincinnati-bengals/id1159723162Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7AObc0lh0WmQl5fJVgtajsGoogle Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5tZWdhcGhvbmUuZm0vbG9ja2Vkb25iZW5nYWxz?sa=X&ved=0CAYQrrcFahcKEwio_sXtj8nuAhUAAAAAHQAAAAAQAgStitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/show/locked-on-bengalsFor your next listen, check out the Locked On Fantasy Football pod

Lou Anarumo is rotating players in the Cincinnati Bengals defensive backfield, something he once was strongly opposed to. Jordan Battle is notably earning more trust and a bigger role, a promising development for a young player they need to step up. His emergence, a schedule of some bad offenses, and a healthy DL rotation mean could be reasons to buy a little stock in the Bengals' D. Plus, we discuss Jermaine Burton's inactive Sunday and the hope for him to contribute more as a rookie.Join the Locked On Bengals Insider Community! https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonbengalsFind and follow Locked On Bengals on your favorite podcast platforms:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/locked-on-bengals-daily-podcast-on-the-cincinnati-bengals/id1159723162Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7AObc0lh0WmQl5fJVgtajsGoogle Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5tZWdhcGhvbmUuZm0vbG9ja2Vkb25iZW5nYWxz?sa=X&ved=0CAYQrrcFahcKEwio_sXtj8nuAhUAAAAAHQAAAAAQAgStitcher: https://www.stitcher.c