BBP2: Geoff Hobson; how'd we get here?
On the BBP2 Enquirer beat writer Jim Owczarski and Paul Dehner Jr. are joined by Bengals.com chief Geoff Hobson to discuss what went wrong in 2017 and how far this team is away from being back in the mix in 2018. Plus, Optimistic Bobby wants to fall over and Corey Dillon was so good we included two BTS segments.
1hr 1m Dec 14, 2017
1hr 1m
Bengals Beat Podcast: Did this clinch the end for Marvin Lewis?
Enquirer Bengals beat writers Jim Owczarski and Paul Dehner Jr. jump into the mess left after the Bears blow out the Bengals at Paul Brown Stadium. Most importantly they discuss the question of if Sunday's results took any doubt away from if the team and coach will part ways at season's end. Plus, we discuss who is at fault after a performance like that and the tumultuous season of A.J. Green...
1hr 7m Dec 12, 2017
1hr 7m
BBP2: What happened with John Ross and George Iloka
Running through a newsy week at the Bengals facility, Paul Dehner Jr. and Jim Owczarski run through the surprise move of John Ross to IR, the suspension and reversal of George Iloka, ripple effect of Sashi Brown being let go in Cleveland, Optimistic Bobby, predictions for Chicago and a preview of Jim's giant story for this weekend. Hear from Marvin Lewis and Iloka.
59m Dec 07, 2017
59m
Bengals Beat Podcast: A familiar wound
Enquirer Bengals beat writers Paul Dehner Jr. and Jim Owczarski parse through fallout from the Bengals brutal loss against Pittsburgh on Monday Night Football. We talk how this fell apart, ramifications, reaction to the carnage and wonder how you fix a team incapable of finishing. Plus, Jolly Plumbing Jack of All Trades Player of the Week, power ranking 80s sitcoms and "I know about the cup ga...
1hr 4m Dec 05, 2017
1hr 4m
BBP2: Live 50 West Bengals Town Hall
Enquirer Bengals beat writer Jim Owczarski and Paul Dehner Jr. conduct their first live BBP at 50 West Brewing Company. And after 20 minutes of Steelers discussion and intriguing Town Hall of listener Q&A breaks out to dive deep into the state of the franchise. We hit on Marvin Lewis, Mike Brown, drafting errors, Andy Dalton, honoring former players, stadium experience and Optimistic Bobby wor...
59m Dec 01, 2017
59m
Bengals Beat Podcast: Playing to your level
Enquirer Bengals beat writers Jim Owczarski and Paul Dehner Jr. discuss what will be the defining stretch of the 2017 season and where the Bengals will land playing a line of quality teams. Plus, we wonder if Sunday against Cleveland was an outlier in the running game or sign of real progress, talk about what Bengals fans desperately need to see out of this franchise right now and ask what to m...
57m Nov 28, 2017
57m
BBP2: Hue Jackson's future, live BBP announcement
Enquirer beat writers Paul Dehner Jr. and Jim Owczarski offer what they are thankful for, discuss the future of Hue Jackson and if it could be in Cincinnati, plus, Optimistic Bobby makes a big announcement about the live BBP at 50 West next Thursday.
44m Nov 23, 2017
44m
Bengals Beat Podcast: Offensive stock, slim playoff hopes
Enquirer Bengals beat writers Paul Dehner Jr. and Jim Owczarski take a deeper look at the Bengals offense coming off a win in Denver, plus, the fact somebody has to win the sixth seed in the AFC and breakout game of Vontaze Burfict. Hear from Burfict and offensive coordinator Bill Lazor. Plus, power ranking commonly misspelled words and combatting man-spreading.
1hr 7m Nov 21, 2017
1hr 7m
BBP2: Joe Danneman, culture and Broncos preview
With Jim Owczarski in Denver on assignment this week, we head over to the Fox19 studios and sit down with sports director Joe Danneman. We talk about the culture in the locker room, his incident with Adam Jones, the future of the franchise and why Marvin Lewis decided to air out John Ross. Plus, Optimistic Bobby on basic math and tracking Jim down in the Rockies to get a prediction.
56m Nov 16, 2017
56m
Bengals Beat Podcast: What losing teams look like
Enquirer Bengals beat writers Jim Owczarski and Paul Dehner Jr. discuss fallout from the 24-20 Cincinnati loss to the Tennessee Titans while on their way back from Nashville. They look at the traits of losing teams as they move to 3-6, yet another week debating intent of Vontaze Burfict, any semblance of hope and tone of Marvin Lewis. Hear from Josh Shaw, Darqueze Dennard and Vinny Rey. Plus...
1hr 6m Nov 13, 2017
1hr 6m
BBP2: News, solutions and Titans preview
Enquirer beat writers Jim Owczarski and Paul Dehner Jr. run through the news of the week involving Jake Fisher, Eric Winston, Derron Smith and A.J. Green's suspension. Plus, hear from offensive coordinator Bill Lazor on the search for solutions and we preview the Bengals at Titans. Finally, Optimstic Bobby's rough Sunday and what makes a Bengals fan.
1hr 2m Nov 09, 2017
1hr 2m
Bengals Beat Podcast: Fights, failures and finger-pointing
Enquirer Bengals beat writers Paul Dehner Jr. and Jim Owczarski react to the meltdown in Jacksonville with conversations about A.J. Green, playing with passion, calling out teammates and forecasting a season well short of expectation. Hear from A.J. Green, Adam Jones and Brandon LaFell. Plus, Jolly Plumbing jack of all trades player of the week, power ranking Bengals most likely to fight and ...
1hr 4m Nov 07, 2017
1hr 4m
BBP2: Behind a botched deal, in front of Jacksonville
Enquirer Bengals beat writers Jim Owczarski and Paul Dehner Jr. dive behind the scenes of what happened in the botched trade for AJ McCarron between the Bengals and Browns. Hear from McCarron in his reaction to a wild Tuesday. Plus, we fear for Andy Dalton's life against Jacksonville, predict Sunday's outcome and discuss #ThatSoJaggy with Optimistic Bobby.
56m Nov 02, 2017
56m
Bengals Beat Podcast: Working with what you've got
Enquirer Bengals beat writers Paul Dehner Jr. and Jim Owczarski look at the progression of the offensive line as they struggle in Sunday's victory against the Colts. Also, talking about a potential blueprint to piercing this defense. Hear from guard Clint Boling, receiver A.J. Green and defensive coordinator Paul Guenther. Plus, power rankings of Halloween candy and why Jim may or may not ha...
59m Oct 31, 2017
59m
BBP2: John Ross, run game and Colts preview
Enquirer Bengals beat writers Paul Dehner Jr. and Jim Owczarski look ahead to this week's game against the struggling Colts. They talk about the need for other weapons to emerge, a possible sliver of hope in the run game and Optimistic Bobby looks for drug prescriptions. Hear from running backs coach Kyle Caskey and the Hot Seat with Andy Dalton from Beyond The Stripes.
51m Oct 26, 2017
51m
BBP: Familiar Steelers aftermath
Enquirer Bengals beat writers Paul Dehner Jr. and Jim Owczarski discuss the problem the Bengals have with the Steelers coming off the latest 29-14 loss, finding another weapon, forgetting Joe Mixon, Vontaze Burfict's intent and Marvin Lewis' seat temperature. Plus, enjoying the road back from Pittsburgh, power ranking of public restroom hand-drying methods and calling out the restaurant commun...
1hr 3m Oct 23, 2017
1hr 3m
BBP2: Where's Bengals' state of mind?
Bengals Beat Podcast 2 discusses the vibe around the team this week and if it's conducive to winning in Pittsburgh, plus, the unease with the offensive tackle rotation, Ben Roethlisberger's aging, Optimistic Bobby's search for closure, huge BTS with Andy Dalton, predictions and Carlos Dunlap on the Hot Seat.
56m Oct 19, 2017
56m
Bengals Beat Podcast: Measuring up to the Steelers
Enquirer Bengals beat writers Paul Dehner Jr. and Jim Owczarski take a look at what's on the line in Pittsburgh and why this will be one of the most revealing games of the season for Cincinnati. Also, hear from receiver John Ross on returning to practice. Plus, milk power rankings and big people helping small people.
46m Oct 17, 2017
46m
BBP2: Have Bengals seen the last of Tyler Eifert?
We call an emergency BBP2 in the bye week to discuss if the Bengals have seen the last of Tyler Eifert as he opts for his second back surgery in 10 months. Also, updating other injuries, hear Optimistic Takes from Optimistic Bobby and Kevin Huber on the Hot Seat with Doc.
43m Oct 12, 2017
43m
Bengals Beat Podcast: Renewed hope
Enquirer Bengals beat writers Jim Owczarski and Paul Dehner Jr. assess the new outlook on the 2017 season after the Bengals beat the Buffalo Bills, 20-16, on Sunday. We discuss the growing confidence and versatility of the defense, an interesting comparison and the offense finding a way to work around its issues. Hear from defensive end Michael Johnson and offensive coordinator Bill Lazor. P...
53m Oct 10, 2017
53m
BBP2: OL, Ross/Eifert, cavern between 1-4/2-3
Enquirer Bengals beat writers Jim Owczarski and Paul Dehner Jr., discuss the state of the offensive line, the future of Tyler Eifert and John Ross, impact of Carl Lawson and offer predictions ​​​​​​​on Sunday's game against the Bills. Plus, Optimistic Bobby offers his optimistic takes, hear from Michael Johnson, Hot Seat with William Jackson III and welcoming Bills Mafia.
55m Oct 05, 2017
55m
Bengals Beat Podcast: Back to winning*
Enquirer Bengals beat writers Jim Owczarski and Paul Dehner Jr. are joined by photographer Sam Greene on the road back from Cleveland and the first victory of the season for the Cincinnati Bengals. We discuss what's happening with Andy Dalton and the offense, just how bad the Browns are, the uncertain future of Hue Jackson and Carl Lawson's missing teeth. Hear from Lawson and receiver Brandon ...
58m Oct 02, 2017
58m
BBP2: What if ...
Enquirer Bengals beat writers Jim Owczarski and Paul Dehner Jr. consider the consequences should the team lose to the winless Browns this weekend. Plus, we talk about the chatter surrounding kickers on Wednesday, look into this defense and offer up our Cleveland predictions. Also, hear the line of #OptimisticTakes from #OptimisticBobby and listen to a Hot Seat with Giovani Bernard that he thin...
50m Sep 28, 2017
50m
Bengals Beat Podcast: Progress or more of the same?
Bengals beat writers Paul Dehner Jr. and Jim Owczarski discuss the team's loss in Green Bay and if this was progress or more of the same.
56m Sep 26, 2017
56m
BBP2: Learning about the defense at Green Bay
Bengals beat writers Paul Dehner Jr. and Jim Owczarski preview Sunday's game against Green Bay with a take on how the defense will fare against Aaron Rodgers and the Packers attack. Also, thoughts on Marvin Lewis' reaction to firing Ken Zampese. Hear from DL Carlos Dunlap, LB Vinny Rey, DC Paul Guenther and Lewis. Plus, Optimistic Bobby continues his quest for fame and Twitter followers and Ca...
59m Sep 21, 2017
59m
Bengals Beat Podcast: QBs, leashes and changes
Bengals beat writers Jim Owczarski and Paul Dehner Jr. dive deeper into the changes on offense under new coordinator Bill Lazor. We discuss what it would take to see a change at quarterback and the possibility it could even happen. Plus, hear from Andy Dalton, AJ McCarron and Joe Mixon.
1hr Sep 19, 2017
1hr
Bengals Beat Podcast: Reaction to Zampese firing
Bengals beat writers Jim Owczarski and Paul Dehner Jr. react to the Bengals firing offensive coordinator Ken Zampese and promoting quarterbacks coach Bill Lazor after the team was held without a touchdown for the second straight game to start the season. Hear from A.J. Green, Bill Lazor, Marvin Lewis and also the Beyond The Stripes Hot Seat with first-round pick John Ross.
56m Sep 15, 2017
56m
Bengals Beat Podcast: A changing outlook, fan outrage
Bengals beat writers Jim Owczarski and Paul Dehner Jr. dive into the significant fallout from Cincinnati's shutout loss to Baltimore. We discuss how much the outlook of the season has changed, how this offensive line played compared to expectations, the running back rotation and the team's public relations issue with lacking attendance and vitriol from those in the building. Hear from cornerb...
1hr 8m Sep 11, 2017
1hr 8m
BBP2: Vs Baltimore, A.J. Green, Jordan Evans
Bengals beat writers Jim Owczarski and Paul Dehner Jr. take a closer look at the season opener against the Ravens, deadlines on contract negotiations with Vontaze Burfict and Tyler Eifert, injury updates, Optimistic Bobby, plus, predictions for the game. Also, hear extended conversations with A.J. Green, Jordan Evans and the Hot Seat with Doc and Tyler Eifert from BTS.
1hr 9m Sep 07, 2017
1hr 9m
Bengals Beat Podcast: Season preview
Bengals beat writers Paul Dehner Jr. and Jim Owczarski run through the makeup of the 53-man roster and how the team ended up with the third-youngest squad in football. Plus, a breakdown of how the kicking decision unfolded and running through our predictions for the season. And, #GenoSpeaks!
1hr 6m Sep 04, 2017
1hr 6m
Bengals Beat Podcast: Burfict suspension, predicting the 53
Bengals beat writers Jim Owczarski and Paul Dehner Jr. go into the details and behind the scenes of the NFL's five-game suspension of linebacker Vontaze Burfict. Also, they run through the 53-man roster with final predictions of who will be cut and who will survive. Hear from Burfict following the Bengals' game in Washington.
58m Aug 28, 2017
58m
Bengals Beat Podcast: Defensive roster look
Cincinnati Enquirer Bengals beat writers Jim Owczarski and Paul Dehner Jr. take a closer look at possible veteran moves, including analysis of Michael Johnson. We eventually predict how the defense will break at final cuts. Hear from defensive coordinator Paul Guenther. Plus, optimistic Bobby wonders about Mike Brown, Jim flip-flops on car spiders and we discuss the glory of a new couch.
51m Aug 22, 2017
51m
Bengals Beat Podcast: Offensive roster look
Bengals beat writers Paul Dehner Jr. and Jim Owczarski take a comb through the offensive roster with analysis of who has moved to the bubble, what veterans might not make the team and the domino effect of decisions being discussed right now. Plus, hear from guard Trey Hopkins, offensive tackles Jake Fisher and Cedric Ogbuehi, plus wide receivers coach James Urban. Then optimistic Bobby drops ...
1hr 6m Aug 15, 2017
1hr 6m
Bengals Beat Podcast: Best, worst of camp
Bengals beat writers Jim Owczarski and Paul Dehner Jr. offer their three ups and three downs from the training camp practices. Hear from special teams coordinator Darrin Simmons about the kickers, question of the week from Optimistic Bobby and pitfalls of running a Yaris to a quarter million miles.
55m Aug 08, 2017
55m
Bengals Beat Podcast: And we're off
Bengals beat writers Paul Dehner Jr. and Jim Owczarski react to developments from the first week of training camp. You'll hear from Giovani Bernard on his incredible return from ACL surgery, Jeremy Hill on pressure of his fourth season, Tyler Eifert on being cleared and Marvin Lewis on Vontaze Burfict. Plus, we discuss the fights and backlash triggered during Tuesday's practice. Plus, much th...
1hr 7m Aug 02, 2017
1hr 7m
Bengals Beat Podcast: The Brown Family
Enquirer Bengals beat writers Paul Dehner Jr. and Jim Owczarski talk about the most influential in their Bengals 50 countdown: The Brown Family. You'll hear from every member of the family. Mike Brown talks about the rare emotions he saw of his father and the challenges economic challenges facing the franchise. Katie Blackburn discusses her football lineage and how she differs from her dad. ...
1hr 4m Jul 27, 2017
1hr 4m
Bengals Beat Podcast: Best of Influential 50
Bengals beat writers Jim Owczarski and Paul Dehner Jr. take you behind the scenes and into the best of the background interviews done during the Bengals Influential 50 series. We walk through conversations with OC/coach Bruce Coslet, coach Sam Wyche, quarterback Boomer Esiason, agent Leigh Steinberg, quarterback Akili Smith and coach Dave Shula. Listen to the stories behind the stories from 5...
1hr 19m Jul 18, 2017
1hr 19m
Bengals Beat Podcast: Corey Dillon
This season marks the 50th of football for the Cincinnati Bengals, five decades filled with highs, lows, dynamic personalities and innovations that changed the face of the National Football League. The Enquirer brings you the 50 most influential people in Bengals history through various forms of media, bringing you the names and untold stories that shaped this franchise over its first half cent...
1hr 6m Jul 11, 2017
1hr 6m
Bengals Beat Podcast: Mike Dodd, Alex Marvez, Jack Brennan
The second week of the 50 Influential Bengals catches up with those that covered them over the years. We chat with Enquirer beat writer from the 80s, Mike Dodd, to talk about impressions of Paul Brown and the characters of two Super Bowl teams. Then we chat with SiriusXM/Sporting News' Alex Marvez, who recalls his time in the 90s covering the club and the unique perception of the team now from ...
1hr 26m Jul 04, 2017
1hr 26m
Bengals Beat Podcast: Bob Bedinghaus and the stadium deal
As part of The Outsiders portion of Bengals 50 project, Paul Dehner Jr. sits down with former Hamilton County Commissioner and current Bengals Director of Business Development Bob Bedinghaus to re-visit how the messy evolution of building Paul Brown Stadium and Great American Ball Park evolved, what he views as misperceptions of the deal, why he staked his political career on the issue, his one...
1hr 12m Jun 27, 2017
1hr 12m
Bengals Beat Podcast: Wrapping the offseason program
Bengals beat writers Jim Owczarski and Paul Dehner Jr. wrap up the offseason program as the mandatory minicamp comes to a conclusion. They look at what developed over the last few months, particularly in the kicking competition, and look at what will be going on with the club between now and training camp. Hear from special teams coordinator Darrin Simmons and linebacker Vinny Rey.
49m Jun 16, 2017
49m
Bengals Beat Podcast: Debating the RB rotation
Bengals beat writers Paul Dehner Jr. and Jim Owczarski discuss Joe Mixon and dive deep into the club's internal debate about how to handle the rotation of Jeremy Hill, Giovani Bernard and Mixon. You'll hear from Mixon, Tyler Kroft and Andy Dalton. Plus, we talk about other OTA observations and stump for science.
57m Jun 07, 2017
57m
Bengals Beat Podcast, May 30: When do the Bengals look for veteran OL help, and Andy Dalton and A.J. Green talk about improving young wideouts.
It's the second week of OTA, and things don't look great on the o-line. Also, Andy Dalton and A.J. Green break down what they want to see out of young wideouts, hear from Cody Core -- and what's in the duffel bag!?!?!
38m May 31, 2017
38m
Bengals Beat Podcast: OTAs, rule changes and CB news
Bengals beat writers Paul Dehner Jr. and Jim Owczarski discuss Marvin Lewis' opinion on the approved rule changes for the season, observations from the first OTA practice as well as a cluster of news coming out of the cornerback room. Hear from Lewis, cornerback Darqueze Dennard and right guard Andre Smith. Also, Jim wins an award, lanes are disrespected and Paul stares out the window.
54m May 24, 2017
54m
Bengals Beat Podcast: Dalton and dads
Bengals beat writers Paul Dehner Jr. and Jim Owczarski discuss how the addition of new weapons in the draft play into the expectations of Andy Dalton. They also touch on the depth on the offensive line and prognositcations about the Bengals offseason which came true. Also, story time about the birth of Paul's first child and why even pumping gas makes Jim mad.
52m May 16, 2017
52m
Bengals Beat Podcast: Veterans react to draft, rookie camp review, Burfict speaks
Jim Owczarski pilots this "bootleg #BBP " as Paul Dehner, Jr. is out, and he gets veteran reaction about Joe Mixon, John Ross, reviews the rookie mini-camp and Vontaze Burfict tells you about his offseason workouts.
37m May 09, 2017
37m
Bengals Beat Podcast: Draft review
Bengals beat writers Paul Dehner Jr. and Jim Owczarski react to a busy three days for the club as they selected 11 players, including controversial running back Joe Mixon. We discuss the theme of the draft and breakdown who these players are and where they fit into the scheme of the roster. Also, hear Marvin Lewis, Joe Mixon, John Ross, Jordan Willis, offensive line coach Paul Alexander and Br...
1hr 21m May 01, 2017
1hr 21m
Bengals Beat Podcast: Draft preview, Duke Tobin
Bengals beat writers Jim Owczarski and Paul Dehner Jr. take one final deep look at the draft outlook for Cincinnati. We rank the top three players we would want the Bengals to get and the top three players we think they will end up with in the first round. We also take time to preview Day 3 and the importance of it in the big picture. Plus, hear from Bengals director of player personnel Duke T...
1hr Apr 24, 2017
1hr
Bengals Beat Podcast: Adam Jones, draft questions
Bengals beat writers Paul Dehner Jr. and Jim Owczarski offer reaction from Adam Jones berating a local television reporter during open locker room on Monday. After, they answer your draft questions on everything from Corey Davis in the first round to late-round kickers.
54m Apr 17, 2017
54m
Bengals Beat Podcast: Defensive draft primer, PFF
Bengals beat writers Paul Dehner Jr. and Jim Owczarski discuss the outlook for the draft on the defensive side of the ball. Plus, we spend 30 minutes discussing prospect fits with analysts Steve Palazzolo and Mike Renner at the NFL analytics site Pro Football Focus.
1hr 5m Apr 11, 2017
1hr 5m