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The Cincinnati Bengals' offense boasts some league-winning fantasy football assets. But how do you, a Bengals fan, make sure you secure your favorite players in your fantasy draft?

Jake Liscow and Joe Goodberry are joined by fantasy expert Sigmund Bloom (footballguys.com) to break down the Bengals' fantasy outlook this year, where you can draft Joe Burrow, Tee Higgins, or Chase Brown without sacrificing your chances of success, and Erick All as a fantasy sleeper.

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Cincinnati Bengals fans got the vote right as Bob Trumpy and James Brooks will join a strong tradition of offensive playmakers in the Bengals' Ring of Honor in Week 8 against the Titans.

Jake Liscow and Joe Goodberry discuss Trumpy and Brooks' greatness and place in Bengals history and the challenges that come with the change to only allow one new player in per year for the Ring of Honor going forward. Plus, we break down the awesome selection of home "theme" games for 2026 including the new White Bengal Stripe against the Ravens on New Year's Eve.

Of all the players on the Bengals' roster, Joe Flacco holds the key to the entire 2026 Season.

Legendary Bengals' wide receiver Tim McGee joins Alex Frank and Coach Art Valero to discuss why Joe Flacco is so important to this Bengals' team and, in particular, Joe Burrow. Then, Tim gives his reaction to the Bengals' Ring of Honor inductees this year.

Chase Brown is an ascending running back. Why not extend him before he costs too much... and has a higher chance of leaving the building? The guys discuss why the Be...

The Cincinnati Bengals have one of the most patient ownership groups in sports when it comes to firing their head coach, but what's the bare minimum for Zac Taylor in a year that expectations are sky high?

Jake Liscow and Joe Goodberry think the Bengals are heading for a big season, and break down what they must do for Taylor to keep his job. Plus, we dive into the "buy, sell, or hold" game on young Bengals including Jordan Battle, Demetrius Knight, Barrett Carter, and Erick All, and look for potential age- or scheme-related regression candidates.

How much can the Cincinnati Bengals expect their 2026 rookie class to contribute despite not having a first round pick? Cashius Howell leads the way on paper with a significant role as a rotational pass rusher, but will Colbie Young break into the wide receiver mix, or can Tacario Davis carve out key snaps as a subpackage corner?

Jake Liscow and Joe Goodberry forecast which Bengals rookies could make early contributions at training camp, from Jack Endries vying for tight end snaps to Landon Robinson’s defensive tackle outlook. Plus, while their roles are clear as backups, can Br...

After trading for Dexter Lawrence, the Cincinnati Bengals’ revamped defensive line is poised to become a strength of the team. Can this deep rotation, featuring additions like Boye Mafe, Jonathan Allen, and Cashius Howell, transform the Bengals’ defensive identity and provide the edge needed for a championship run?

Jake Liscow and Joe Goodberry break down a deep defensive line that will present interesting rotations, depth concerns at cornerback, offensive tackle, and wide receiver, and even get into a too-early preview of the Week 1 matchup against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

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The Cincinnati Bengals are built around their wide receivers, and Ja'Marr Chase is the best at his position in the NFL, but Tee Higgins remains underrated.

Jake Liscow and Joe Goodberry break down why Jeremy Fowler's wide receiver ranking got it wrong on Higgins, and reveal what makes the Bengals' WR tandem so good, highlighted by Ja'Marr Chase's YAC ability and intelligence, and Tee Higgins' strong hands and rare agility at his size. But what about Andrei Iosivas and the WR3 spot? The guys also discuss what the Bengals need out of their WR3 both this year...

With training camp approaching, the Cincinnati Bengals should be scouring the market to add the finishing touches to their roster. A veteran linebacker or swing tackle could be the last thing the Bengals need to push the roster over the hump.

Jake Liscow and Joe Goodberry are joined by James Rapien to discuss the Bengals’ biggest remaining roster needs, from finding Cody Ford insurance on the offensive line to boosting linebacker depth behind Barrett Carter. The conversation spotlights possible targets like Kenny Moore, Bobby Wagner, Shaq Thompson, and Jonah Williams. Plus, questions swirl around the slot corner an...

Ja'Marr Chase has had as good a first five seasons in the NFL as any wide receiver in NFL history. It's not far-fetched to say he can catch Jerry Rice in terms of greatness and stats.

Alex Frank, FOX19 Sports Director Joe Danneman, and Coach Art Valero discuss just how great Chase's career can turn out to be and if he can surpass Jerry Rice in several statistical categories.

Joe Burrow is No. 4 in ESPN's annual quarterback rankings, based on a survey of NFL executives, coaches, and scouts. Is this where Bu...

The Cincinnati Bengals are gambling at linebacker—will Demetrius Knight Jr. and Barrett Carter deliver a year-two leap? With roster upgrades elsewhere and no veteran additions, the Bengals desperately need.

Jake Liscow and Joe Goodberry evaluate the linebackers after their rookie season, comparing Knight and Carter's strengths, weaknesses, and improvement trajectories. The Bengals’ linebacker situation remains the biggest on-paper wild card for 2026.

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Joe Burrow slipped out of the top 3 in Jeremy Fowler's annual quarterback Rankings for the first time in a few years, and 2026 could be a make-or-break year for public perception.

Jake Liscow and Joe Goodberry break down why Burrow fell behind Josh Allen and Matthew Stafford in this year's rankings and why he should still be considered a top-tier QB. Burrow needs to stay healthy and capitalize on the massive opportunity ahead for 2026 to quiet the doubters.

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Orlando Brown Jr. thinks the Cincinnati Bengals offensive line is the best pure pass protection unit in the NFL, and the Bengals will need it to live up to the hype! OBJ joins the show to spotlight the unique strengths of teammates like Ted Karras’ field command, Dylan Fairchild’s recovery skills, and Amarius Mims’ dominant hands, while revealing how scheme changes and week-to-week development transformed both the run and pass game.

In part 2 of a special interview with the Bengals' starting left tackle, Jake Liscow and Joe Goodberry ask OBJ about the mid-zone run game revolution, and wh...

Orlando Brown Jr. is one of the most important leaders for the Cincinnati Bengals in 2026, and is fresh off negotiating his own contract extension with the team earlier in an offseason that has featured player-driven leadership and a massive trade for Dexter Lawrence.

OBJ joins Jake Liscow and Joe Goodberry to break down how he negotiated his contract, the OL room coming together to lobby for re-signing Dalton Risner, and how he worked with Frank Pollack and Scott Peters to refine his stance and technique over the last few seasons. We also get his take on the...

Joe Burrow is an elite quarterback, regardless of what any national talk show host or analyst may say otherwise. That said, could winning a league MVP validate his status?

Alex Frank, Joe Goodberry, and Coach Art Valero discuss if Burrow needs the highest individual award in the NFL, in addition to the ultimate team goal of winning the Super Bowl.

Ja'Marr Chase is viewed by some as the best wide receiver in the NFL. He just keeps getting better every single season, but is there something he need to do, or ca...

The Cincinnati Bengals are getting national media love this summer, but this isn't the top-heavy roster that many assume. Ted Karras and Dax Hill are underrated and are critical to the Bengals success in 2026. 

Jake Liscow and Joe Goodberry dive into why Karras and Hill aren't getting the attention they deserve and why they're important to the Bengals. We discuss other underrated Bengals like Chase Brown, Samaje Perine, and Jordan Battle, and deep sleepers like Tahj Brooks and Bralyn Lux that the fanbase should pay attention to this summer.

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DJ Turner enjoyed a breakout campaign in 2025 and a contract extension could be on the horizon for the Cincinnati Bengals this summer. Should Turner get a deal similar to Jaycee Horn or Derek Stingley Jr, and would the Bengals be comfortable with those potential cap hits in the future?

Jake Liscow and Joe Goodberry break down what DJ Turner does so well as a player, where he ranks amongst other NFL corners and how much an extension would cost the Bengals.

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The Cincinnati Bengals have teased fans with play action reps in practice often in the Zac Taylor-Joe Burrow era. Dan Hoard is back to discuss how much the Bengals will expand that part of their playbook, DJ Turner's ascension, and share stories that only he can tell about recent Bengals greats A.J. Green, Geno Atkins, and Andrew Whitworth.

Plus, Jake Liscow and Joe Goodberry wrap up this week's 2-episode series with Dan discussing the big linebacker and offensive line depth questions the Bengals have to answer in training camp, and so much more!

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When the Bengals needed to change offensive coordinators in the Winter of 2024, they went in-house and promoted Dan Pitcher. The move has paid massive dividends, and Pitcher is poised to coordinate the best Bengals' offense of the Joe Burrow era this season.

Alex Frank, Joe Goodberry, and Coach Art Valero discuss Pitcher's surge to being a really good offensive coordinator and why there should be a lot of confidence in him going into the 2026 Season.

Ja'Marr Chase is in the midst of a legendary two-year stretch and still in the early st...

In part 1 of a 2-episode series, Jake Liscow and Joe Goodberry are joined by Dan Hoard to peel back the curtain on why 2026 feels different. No one is closer to the team than Hoard, and we discuss the Dexter Lawrence trade, the focus on leadership changes from Joe Burrow and his favorite call from the Zac Taylor era.

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Zac Taylor and Joe Burrow have successfully evolved the Cincinnati Bengals' offense every year in response to the unique defenses they face. And all of that work has them primed for an even better performance in 2026.

Jake Liscow and Joe Goodberry break down the Bengals’ offensive evolution from heavy zone runs and under-center looks to a vertical shotgun attack with LSU designs built around Ja’Marr Chase and Tee Higgins. We discuss how they'll take the next step with an experienced offense, why that experience can play up with continuity and talent on offense, and how tight end...

The Cincinnati Bengals face a pivotal question: will more under-center play action help Joe Burrow’s offense rediscover explosive plays? Burrow and offensive coordinator Dan Pitcher know the offense needs to be more explosive, but shifting the offense isn't as simple as "just going under center."

Jake Liscow and Joe Goodberry break down Burrow’s passing splits, under-center run game with Chase Brown, and what the data says about Zac Taylor’s scheme. Is there a trade-off between consistency and explosiveness? Plus, we discuss the impact of shotgun-heavy formations, and whether tweaks at tight end could hold the ke...

One of the bright spots last year for the Bengals was the emergence of their offensive line. In particular, rookie left guard Dylan Fairchild settled in nicely and has given Joe Burrow a much-needed boost at left guard.

Alex Frank, Coach Art Valero, and Joe Goodberry discuss Fairchild's flourish last year and what his expectations can be in Year 2.

Scott Peters was hired prior to the 2025 Season to be the Bengals' offensive line coach. After a slow start, we started to see a lot of things that make the Bengals look go...

Despite all of the hype for the 2026 Cincinnati Bengals, some analysts still question the Dexter Lawrence trade and wonder if the defense will be good enough. We're here to bust that myth.

Jake Liscow and Joe Goodberry start with the idea that Lawrence is "declining." There's plenty of proof that he'll be the star difference-maker the Bengals need. We also break down how this year's retooled defense compares to 2021 and 2022, with questions lingering about Al Golden's ability to match Lou Anarumo's mad scientist gameplans in the playoffs.

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Critics still claim the Cincinnati Bengals can’t protect Joe Burrow, but they must not have been paying attention in 2025. With Scott Peters’ impact and breakout performances from Amarius Mims and Dylan Fairchild, the offensive line quietly became a strength last year. Could this be the year old narratives finally die?

Jake Liscow and Joe Goodberry break down the film takeaways and data to bust lingering myths—including Burrow’s improved sack avoidance. Find out why this line could be poised for a top-10 finish.

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Joe Burrow said Wednesday that he feels the same way going into this season and about this team that he did about his 2019 LSU team. Uh... whoa! He's not just saying that just to say it.

Alex Frank, FOX19 Sports Director Joe Danneman, and Coach Art Valero discuss how Joe Burrow is going very bold with his expectations for the Bengals and what it means.

How good can the Bengals' cornerback room be this season? Could both DJ Turner and Dax Hill get contract extensions? Who is going to start at sl...

The Cincinnati Bengals wrap minicamp early, with Zac Taylor showing full confidence in this veteran roster. Joe Burrow invoked the mystique of his 2019 LSU Tigers, raising the bar and urgency for Cincinnati’s Super Bowl ambitions.

Jake Liscow and Joe Goodberry are joined by Mike Petraglia (CLNS Cincy & Jungle Roar Pod) to analyze Burrow’s leadership evolution, the overhauld defense's new leadership group, Josh Newton’s opportunity, and whether Andre Iosivas can rise in a crucial year. Will Burrow’s bold new approach—and these offseason shifts—make the Bengals true contenders?

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The Cincinnati Bengals ended minicamp early, and Joe Burrow set a Super Bowl standard in his final press conference before training camp in late July. Burrow drew bold parallels to his 2019 LSU Tigers, while Zac Taylor praised locker room chemistry and veteran leadership from additions like Dexter Lawrence and Jonathan Allen.

Jake Liscow and Joe Goodberry break down Burrow’s evolving “mean” leadership style, the Bengals’ push for explosive plays, and increased pressure on both coaches and players after an aggressive offseason. Key topics include how the Bengals’ offensive strategy is adapting to NFL trends, how they'll create mor...

The Cincinnati Bengals kicked off mandatory minicamp as Joe Burrow stayed late on day 1 to keep working with his receivers. Josh Newton’s impressive interception and Charlie Jones’s highlight grab stood out, and Bralyn Lux got his shot in the slot battle.

Jake Liscow and Joe Goodberry break down minicamp battles, the cornerback shuffle, and all of the highlights and notes  from minicamp, including a spectacular Mike Gesicki catch. Plus, we discussed the takeaways from Katie Blackburn's meeting with the media on Monday, including comments on the draft, contract extensions, and Zac Taylor's future, and Elizabeth and C...

To celebrate the Locked On Podcast Network's 10th Anniversary, we're ranking the Top 10 Joe Burrow games and Top 10 Ja'Marr Chase games. Alex Frank, Jake Liscow and Coach Art Valero discuss Alex's lists for Joe Burrow's and Ja'Marr Chase's Top 10 Games. Which games made the lists, and which didn't?

Then, Alex, Jake, and Coach discuss the current state of the Bengals' organization after a resurgent offseason and excitement building for the 2026 Season. Plus, a poignant question as it relates to the Bengals' pursuit of their first Super Bowl Championship.

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To celebrate the Locked On Podcast Network's 10th Anniversary, we're ranking the Top 10 Bengals' single season performances over the last 10 years! Jake Liscow and Joe Goodberry discuss the best seasons we've seen recently, led by Joe Burrow and Ja'Marr Chase putting up two of the best years in Bengals history.

Who made the cut as Jake and Joe take you down memory road and rank the best seasons in recent Bengals history?

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Joe Burrow is one of, if not the best, quarterbacks in the NFL. When it comes to Burrow as a clutch quarterback, that's when the conversation gets really interesting.

Alex Frank and Coach Art Valero discuss Burrow's play in high-leverage moments and on the NFL's biggest stages. They also discuss how for those that argue he's not clutch that maybe he's actually just unlucky.

Burrow's contract was restructured this week, and it's yet another modernization by the Bengals' organization since they drafted their franchise quarterback. More importantly, the Bengals continued to so...

A day after the Cincinnati Bengals broke precedent and restructured Joe Burrow to create $10 million in cap space. What does the move signal for upcoming extension talks? Jake Liscow is joined by Mike Petraglia to unpack the significance for DJ Turner’s contract negotiations and TJ Slaton’s chance to stick on the roster as vital nose tackle depth, while addressing speculation around potential linebacker or swing tackle signings.

The episode also spotlights Kyle Dugger’s potential as a sneaky-impact defensive addition and explores the energizing culture shift under defensive coordinator Al Golden. Don’t miss this analysis...

The Cincinnati Bengals restructure quarterback Joe Burrow's contract in order to create cap space in 2026. How much cap space did they create and could a roster move be on the horizon? 

Jake Liscow and Joe Goodberry dive into all of the details of the Burrow restructure and if this means the Bengals are close to extensions witrh DJ Turner, Chase Brown, Myles Murphy or Dax Hill. 

The guys also discuss Ja'Sir Taylor's day in the spotlight at OTAs, Cashius Howell agreeing to his contract, and other takeaways from Cincinnati's open practice on Tuesday. 

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Bengals' cornerback DJ Turner is coming off a spectacular season in 2025, his third in the NFL. Turner is now eyeing a contract extension with the Bengals, but should he be the No. 1 priority for the Bengals when it comes to a contract extension?

Alex Frank, Jake Liscow, and Coach Art Valero discuss how the Bengals and Turner can come to an agreement on a contract extension while still taking care of other players eligible for extensions.

Speaking of cornerback, the Bengals drafted one in the third round this past April in Ta...

Chase Brown is a great fit in the Bengals offense, and Samaje Perine is a good backup, but both of the Bengals' primary running backs are in the last year of their deal in 2026 and that leaves questions for the future. 

Jake Liscow and Joe Goodberry break down what the Bengals have at running back, Brown as an extension candidate, and whether anyone could emerge at RB3 or beyond as there aren't clear answers for depth or 2027 and beyond on the roster.

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Erick All appears to be back to form and running with the starters in OTAs. His return could fill out the tight end room in Cincinnati with Mike Gesicki and Drew Sample leading the way and potenially give this high-powered Bengals offense another position of strength. 

Jake Liscow and Joe Goodberry take an in-depth look at the Bengals' tight end room with breakdowns of their individual skills and how they could fit together. It's an overlooked position on the Bengals roster, but they have enough variety and skill to make it an impact spot on an already i...

Perhaps the toughest test for the Bengals this season is in Week 2 when they go down to play the Houston Texans, who have the NFL's most frightening defense.

Alex Frank, Coach Art Valero, Mike Santagana, and CLNS Media Bengals beat writer Mike Petraglia discuss the challenges the Bengals will face in their first road game of the season and how they can beat a really good and tenacious Texans' defense.

Speaking of which, a lot has happened since the last time the Bengals played the Texans, particularly with Joe Burrow. After al...

Ja'marr Chase, Tee Higgins and DJ Turner are talking about Super Bowls at OTAs, and they have the play to back it up, but does the rest roster have what it takes to make a championship run?

Jake Liscow and Joe Goodberry break down Daniel Jeremiah's Championship Benchmarks to see if the Bengals have the key building blocks needed on defense for a legitimate Super Bowl Run.

The Bengals are exceeding the standard on the offensive side, but a closer look at the defensive side of the ball lays out the roadmap for who needs...

Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins are bringing a championship mindset to Bengals OTAs while DJ Turner isn't letting business get in the way of preparation. Mike Petraglia joins the Locked On Bengals podcast with an eyewitness perspective from Tuesday's open OTA practice. 

Jake Liscow and Joe Goodberry ask Trags about DJ Turner's contract outlook, the return of Erick All, which rookies stood out including Tacario Davis, Jack Endries and Cashius Howell. 

The vibes are different this year and the players are talking about Super Bowls. 

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Organized Team Activities are underway for the Cincinnati Bengals and this year is already different as the whole team was present and accounted for! Jake Liscow and Joe Goodberry break down the most important notes from today's practice, including how DJ Turner got number 0, where Shemar Stewart was lined up, and how the defense is deploying the new additions. 

Plus, we celebrate the departure of Myles Garrett from the AFC North. 
 

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