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In this week's NFL Squad, the crew discusses whether or not tight end or running back possesses the best overall positional value in the 2025 NFL Draft and what position groups teams should avoid. Plus, Russell Wilson has landed with the New York Giants. Does this eliminate them from taking a quarterback in the draft?Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNBA for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime. Monarch MoneyTake control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONNFL at monarchmoney.com for 50% off your first year.FanDuelRight now, new customers can get TWO HUNDRED DOLLARS in BONUS BETS when your first FIVE DOLLAR BET WINS! Download the app or head to FANDUEL.COM to get started. Bet with FanDuel—Official Partner of the NBA. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days.

In a draft that doesn't have a ton of blue chip talent, the Cincinnati Bengals will have the difficult task of identifying a needle in a haystack for instant impact at 17. James Rapien and Jake Liscow preview the Bengals’ options in the first round, including Nick Emmanwori, Malaki Starks, Will Johnson, Walter Nolen, Derrick Harmon and a plethora of other options. The guys talk through why the first round is so tricky this year and how that opens up a world of possibilities for the Bengals.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.stitc

Is a trade off the table for the Cincinnati Bengals and Trey Hendrickson? Jordan Schultz reported that it is, so Jake Liscow and James Rapien react to the latest as reports continue to indicate the Bengals' intention to extend Hendrickson, but we haven't seen movement to indicate they're getting closer to that goal (yet). Plus, we take a look at the early reported points of contact for the Bengals and draft prospects to look for clues for their draft plans to address critical roster needs.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.stitch

Have contract talks stalled, or are the Cincinnati Bengals actively working on an extension for Trey Hendrickson? Jake Liscow and James Rapien parse the latest reports for insight into what's going on with a potential Hendrickson extension as the Bengals continue in their pursuit of paying their stars before 2025. Plus, why winning will cure the team's narrative complaints, and the still available free agents who could help the Bengals next year.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-bengalsSupport Us By S

The Cincinnati Bengals have some clear wants and needs, and they'll have a big opportunity to find impact players to improve their roster in the 2025 NFL Draft. So, for the first time in this draft cycle, Jake Liscow and James Rapien fire up the mock draft machine to try to find the players who can help the Bengals the most while thinking about needs on the defensive line and guard.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-bengalsSupport Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create

Now that we know the full structure and cap hits for Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins'  new extensions, it's clear that the Cincinnati Bengals needlessly inflated their 2025 cap hits. Jake Liscow and James Rapien break down the current cap situation, why these contract structures are indefensible, and what that means for the rest of the offseason as the Bengals still have obvious roster holes.  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-bengalsSupport Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!GametimeDownload the Gametime ap

In this week's NFL Squad, the crew discusses some of the latest rule change proposals submitted by the Detroit Lions, Green Bay Packers, and other teams. Plus, they discuss the latest on the Aaron Rodgers, Minnesota Vikings saga, and which position group would have been a better selection for the Netflix series Quarterback.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNBAfor $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime. Monarch MoneyTake control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONNFL at monarchmoney.com for 50% off your first year. UpworkVisit Upwork.com right now and post your job for free to connect with top talent and grow your business today!FanDuelRight now, new customers can get TWO HUNDRED DOLLARS in BONUS BETS when your first FIVE DOLLAR BET WINS! Download the app or head to FANDUEL.COM to get started. Bet with FanDuel—Official Partner of the NBA. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21

The Cincinnati Bengals are bringing in veteran guard Lucas Patrick for a visit. Is it the right move? Should they sign him? James Rapien and Jake Liscow answer that question, plus they discuss the latest with Trey Hendrickson and so much more!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-bengalsSupport Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNBAfor $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime.Monarch M

The Cincinnati Bengals checked a couple more boxes on Joe Burrow's to-do list when they got long-term deals done with Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins this week, taking important steps to keep their quarterback happy. And on the same day Burrow expressed his appreciation for the front office getting the deal done with Higgins, Netflix announced his appearance on the second season of their docuseries "Quarterback". Jake Liscow and James Rapien break down Burrow's most recent remarks and discuss the Bengals' remaining priorities as they still haven't moved on important positions of need in free agency. 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/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5tZWdhcGhvbm

Fresh off of signing their new contracts, Tee Higgins and Ja'Marr Chase held their joint press conference with Cincinnati Bengals media on Tuesday. While we're waiting for the Bengals to find a few important acquisitions to round out free agency, Jake Liscow and James Rapien break down the biggest takeaways, including why Chase and Higgins wanted to stay together, and some behind the scenes tidbits about the last few weeks of negotiations.  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-bengalsSupport Us By Suppor

Trey Hendrickson should be a crucial piece of the Cincinnati Bengals' defense in 2025, and reporting is picking up that the sides are negotiating again. But there's work left to be done to get to a happy place, so Jake Liscow and James Rapien break down the latest on what's going on with the next priority for the Bengals' front office. Plus, we react to the loud haters that emerged after the Bengals got across the finish line with Tee Higgins and Ja'Marr Chase, and reiterate the additions we'd like to see the team make to finish free agency, 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

Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins agreed to 4 year extensions with the Cincinnati Bengals on Sunday night, and the Bengals broke precedent to do so. Jake Liscow and James Rapien break down massive deals for the Bengals, keeping their identity centered around Joe Burrow and his star receivers together. Plus, why guarantees in year 2 for both players are historic as the club breaks precedent from not offering year 2 guarantees to non-quarterbacks, and what's next as the team reportedly is shifting its attention to Trey Hendrickson.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_sXtj8nuAhUAAAAAH

The Cincinnati Bengals are expected to finalize extensions with Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins any time now, solidifying their offensive identity that is built around Joe Burrow and his star receivers. Jake Liscow and James Rapien break down the latest on Higgins and Chase, what's going on with Trey Hendrickson's lingering unresolved trade request, and the work the Bengals have left to do in free agency to find important upgrades.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-bengalsSupport Us By Supporting Our Spo

In this episode, Jake Liscow and James Rapien explore the puzzling inactivity of the Cincinnati Bengals in the free agency market after a few initial signings. As days pass without significant moves, questions arise about the team's strategy and what star quarterback Joe Burrow might think of the situation. With clear priorities yet minimal action, the hosts discuss the potential for salvaging the offseason with strategic decisions, emphasizing the urgency and slim margin for error. Can the Bengals make the right moves in time, or will they go into the draft desperate for starters and development?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/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5tZWdhcGhvbmU

In this week's NFL Squad, the crew discusses which team had the biggest NFL Free Agency impact signings that moved the needle going into 2025, which contract was the most surprising one handed out, and is there any team that made themselves a contender with their free agency moves?Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!BetterhelpDiscover your relationship “green flags” with BetterHelp. Visit betterhelp.com/lockedon today to get 10% off your first month. Monarch MoneyTake control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONNFL at monarchmoney.com for 50% off your first year. FanDuelRight now, new customers can get TWO HUNDRED DOLLARS in BONUS BETS when your first FIVE DOLLAR BET WINS! Download the app or head to FANDUEL.COM to get started. Bet with FanDuel—Official Partner of the NBA. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem?

Frustration with the Cincinnati Bengals for so far failing to improve their roster in the early part of free agency is beyond a boiling point. We're still waiting for the Teven Jenkins domino to fall. In the meantime, Jake Liscow and James Rapien reflect on how the Bengals got to this point, the worries of a low activity acquisition period, and what moves are left that could provide improvement as the team is headed for a thin margin for error.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-bengalsSupport Us By Sup

On the surface, it was a quiet day for the Cincinnati Bengals while they worked on a clear priority in upgrading offensive guard. Jake Liscow and James Rapien break down the latest as the Bengals are one of the teams in pursuit of Teven Jenkins' services. While we waited until nearly midnight to record in case the move was coming, we're still waiting. The guys also discuss where the Bengals -should- be on Trey Hendrickson at this point (back at the negotiating table) and the remaining priorities for the team as they are still some distance from improving their roster for 2025.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/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5tZWdhcGhvbmUuZm0vbG9ja2Vkb25iZW5n

The Cincinnati Bengals made a number of moves to improve the floor of their defensive line as free agency began on Monday, in addition to adding a Super Bowl linebacker and bringing back Samaje Perine to solidify the RB room. We're still waiting for the impact moves that will move the needle more significantly than the floor-raisers they signed early. We're still waiting for extensions for Tee Higgins and Ja'Marr Chase, and a resolution for Trey Hendrickson. But Bengals were active in the lower end of the market in the early phase of free agency's negotiating window. 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

Myles Garrett signed a $40 million extension, D.K. Metcalf got a $33 million deal from the Steelers after he was traded, and both of those moves could drive up prices for contracts the Bengals haven't gotten across the finish line yet with Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins. Jake Liscow and James Rapien break down the latest NFL market developments, take a look at a few external free agent targets as teams around the league are still scrambling to re-sign their own, and talk about what the Bengals did manage to get done over the weekend.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_sXtj8nuAh

The Cincinnati Bengals agreed to a 3-year deal with tight end Mike Gesicki, reportedly for $25.5 million and $12 million in the first year. Jake Liscow and James Rapien get into the impact of bringing Gesicki back to be an extra weapon for Joe Burrow and the passing offense. Plus, we break down the Trey Hendrickson situation as of Saturday morning, including how we got to this point and what to expect in the coming days. Finally, is Tee Higgins in Cincinnati? Could the guys be doing a second bonus/emergency podcast in one day?! We wrap up with the impetus for the Bengals to get that deal done sooner than later.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/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkc