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Bleav in Bengals
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Bleav in Bengals is hosted by 6-year NFL veteran Solomon Wilcots. Want the latest on superstar QB Joe Burrow and All-Pro WR Ja’Marr Chase? Get sharp takes and an inside perspective on everything Bengals from voices close to the team. Let’s hear it for Who Dey Nation!
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Solomon Wilcots breaks down the NFLPA report card controversy after the NFL filed a grievance to block teams’ grades from going public, and the Bengals’ results raise eyebrows. Cincinnati ranked 28th overall, earning failing grades in food services, nutrition, and family treatment, while the coaching staff and facilities received strong marks.
Solomon also dives into Joe Burrow’s recent comments about “having fun” and what they signal about the organization’s urgency heading into a critical offseason. With three straight missed playoffs, is this a crossroads year for the franchise?
Plus: Combine takeaways, defensive needs, potential draft targets like Sonny Styles and Caleb Downs, and the big question surrounding Trey Hendrickson’s future.
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LIVE from the NFL Combine in Indianapolis, Bucky Brooks breaks down the biggest takeaways from Day 1 workouts, spotlighting the defensive linemen and linebackers who are rising up draft boards.
This year’s class is loaded in the trenches, especially at edge rusher and defensive tackle, and teams looking to build through the front seven are in great shape. Bucky emphasizes how the Combine validates what shows up on tape: explosiveness, length, bend, and positional versatility.
00:00:00 - Day 1 Front Seven Overview
00:01:21 - Caleb Banks (DT, Florida)
00:03:55 - Arvell Reese (Edge, Ohio State)
00:07:37 - David Bailey (Edge, Texas Tech)
00:09:51 - Cashius Howell (Edge, Texas A&M)
00:12:18 - TJ Parker (Edge, Clemson)
00:13:42 - Malachi Lawrence (Edge, UCF)
00:15:59 - Sonny Styles (LB, Ohio State)
00:18:13 - Anthony Hill Jr. (LB, Texas)
00:19:37 - Jacob Rodriguez (LB, Texas Tech)
00:21:41 - Jake Gold (LB, Cincinnati)
00:23:00 - Day 2 Preview & Wrap-up
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Solomon Wilcots is joined by sports business attorney Jesse Taylor for a wide-ranging offseason discussion that blends football evaluation with NFL business realities. The two break down why the Bengals must prioritize defensive difference-makers in the draft, stressing tackling, leadership, and proven production over raw traits. Taylor provides insight into rookie contract guarantees, voiding language, and how teams and agents negotiate leverage, before addressing the controversy surrounding the NFLPA’s player report cards and the league’s attempt to silence them. The episode closes with an in-depth look at Trey Hendrickson’s uncertain future, franchise-tag mechanics, and a broader warning to players about preparing for an impending showdown in the next collective bargaining agreement. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Solomon Wilcots dives into the Bengals’ offseason crossroads, starting with the future of Trey Hendrickson and why Cincinnati may let him walk rather than use the franchise tag. He lays out a clear philosophy for team building: stop drafting traits and start prioritizing true difference-makers and leaders who consistently produce on the field. Wilcots also defends Zac Taylor, pushing back on calls to fire the head coach and crediting him for Joe Burrow’s development and the offense’s growth. The episode closes with a passionate call for the Bengals to establish a real organizational identity — and a strong case for Kenny Anderson’s Hall of Fame legacy. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Solomon Wilcots on the HOF, Bill Belichick, and Super Bowl preview. (0:00-0:17) Introduction to the podcast and main topic (0:17-1:09) Discussion about Bill Belichick's Hall of Fame candidacy (1:09-2:40) Criticism of "whining" about Belichick not being a first-ballot Hall of Famer (2:40-7:13) Belichick's cheating allegations and Spygate (7:13-10:04) Fairness in Hall of Fame voting and other candidates (10:04-11:24) Transition to Super Bowl 60 and a story about Tom Brady (11:24-12:42) Analysis of the two Super Bowl teams' defenses (12:42-13:40) Mike Vrabel's unique Super Bowl achievement opportunity (13:40-19:51) Importance of defense in winning championships (with Cincinnati Bengals focus) (19:51-23:43) Milton Williams and the Patriots' free agency strategy (23:43-24:20) Concluding thoughts on telling the "whole story" of individuals Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Solomon Wilcots is joined by NFL Network reporter Steve Wyche, who reflects on his upcoming induction into the Black College Football Hall of Fame and discusses the historic impact of HBCUs and the AFL on the integration and growth of the NFL.
The conversation then shifts to previewing Super Bowl 60 between the Seattle Seahawks and New England Patriots, with both emphasizing that this matchup will be decided by elite defenses and coaching mentality. Wyche breaks down how the personalities of coaches Mike Vrabel and Mike Macdonald shape their teams’ physical identities, and why this game could become a low-scoring, hard-hitting defensive battle. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Solomon Wilcots is here to have a heart to heart with Bengals fans in order to talk about the things that need to change around the Bengals team and organization in order for the Bengals to become true competitors again and make it back to the playoffs. He also touches on the AFC North coaching situation and how it has gone out of control with every coach but the Bengals having been fired. Listen in for all that and MUCH more ONLY right here on Bleav in Bengals! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Solomon Wilcots and Charlie Goldsmith are back together to talk about how far they believe the Bengals are from getting back into the playoffs and how they felt watching the playoffs without Joe Burrow in it. They discuss what they would like to see from the Bengals this offseason in order to propel them back to success and it doesn't involve drafting by need. They also discuss a bit about whether the Bengals will move on from Trey Hendrickson or not. For all that and more listen to Bleav in Bengals now! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Solomon Wilcots and Charlie Goldsmith take us through the end of the season with the Cincinnati Bengals and tell us how we got here, sitting outside the playoffs. What have the Bengals been doing that sabotages them that other teams out there just aren't doing to themselves. They also look towards the future and potentially what the offseason may hold. For all that and more listen in to Bleav in Bengals NOW! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Solomon Wilcots and Charlie Goldsmith discuss the Bengals big win this past Sunday over the Cardinals that brings the Bengals to a record of 6-10. They discuss what went right and why this game was such a success where most of the rest of the season has been a major disaster. The guys also discuss Joe Burrow's Christmas gift to his Offensive Linemen where he gave them all Fossils. Listen in to hear all about that and MUCH more ONLY right here on Bleav in Bengals! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Solomon Wilcots and Charlie Goldsmith are here to help recap the most electric Bengals game that they have played, maybe all season. Listen in to hear all about who and what made this game so special compared to all the others thus far and why this one just meant more to come home with the win from. Does this mean a corner has turned in the building in a positive way? Only time will tell. Tune in NOW to Bleav in Bengals to hear what the experts think! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Solomon Wilcots and Charlie Goldsmith join us to help breakdown what Bengals fans saw from the team in Sunday's game against the Baltimore Ravens where the Bengals got completely shutout and were unable to even score a single point. How could this have happened and what do they think about Joe Burrow's comments, listen in NOW to Bleav in Bengals to hear what the insiders think! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Solomon Wilcots welcomes The Athletic’s Bengals insider Paul Dehner Jr. to break down Cincinnati’s 39-34 loss to Buffalo — a game that exposed the Bengals’ defensive struggles and the burden on Joe Burrow to play perfectly. The two discuss Burrow’s evolving mindset, how he’s learning to cope with repeated high-scoring losses, and why his calm perspective might mask deep competitive fire. Dehner explains the front office’s growing realization that the team’s defensive draft investments have failed, outlines the offseason priorities, and details the Trey Hendrickson situation — calling it a cautionary tale of fractured trust. They also touch on Tee Higgins’ concussion scare, the Jermaine Burton release, and what Cincinnati must fix to regain its championship trajectory. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
The Bills are back at home this weekend after a physically dominant win on the road at Pittsburgh. The Bengals (4-8) come to Orchard park clinging to their playoff lives, but bolstered by the return of Joe Burrow who has been out since week two with a turf toe injury. Coming off a 32-14 win on Thanksgiving, they've now won eight straight games with Burrow at the helm dating back to last season. Former Bengals safety and current NFL analyst Solomon Wilcots joined Adam and Sal for a preview. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Solomon Wilcots and Charlie Goldsmith recap Thursday night's game in order to highlight what the Bengals did well and to keep it all rollin. The Bengals have Joe Burrow back and it seriously shows, meanwhile Lamar Jackson is NOT looking like himself, what could this mean for the rest of the season? Listen in NOW to find out! ONLY right here on Bleav in Bengals! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Solomon Wilcots and Charlie Goldsmith come at you with a total recap from Sunday's game against the New England Patriots that ended 26-20. They comment on how the Bengals looked somewhat better than the last few weeks and how this may actually be a step in the right direction for the franchise. Is there still hope out there for Bengals fans? Find out on this game recap episode of Bleav in Bengals! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Solomon Wilcots and Charlie Goldsmith are here to help recap the Bengals season from hell as it continues to roll down the tracks coming off a crushing loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers. The guys take us through ALL of the drama in this game from the bad defense, the stalled offense and the thing on everybody's mouths (no pun intentended) spitgate between JaMarr Chase and Jalen Ramsey. Listen in to Bleav in Bengals NOW to get all the latest in news and analysis! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
On Bleav in Bengals Solomon Wilcots and Charlie Goldsmith dive into the breaking news about Joe Burrow’s potential return to the Cincinnati Bengals practice field following his turf toe injury. They discuss the 21-day window for Burrow’s possible reactivation and weigh the chances of him suiting up by Thanksgiving for the key matchup against the Baltimore Ravens. They examine the competitive AFC North landscape, where the Bengals still have a slim but real shot at the playoffs, provided they address the defensive issues. Lastly, they preview the matchup against the Pittsburgh Steelers and the importance of the next few matchups in shaping the season’s outcome. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Solomon Wilcots and Charlie Goldsmith are here to take us through YET ANOTHER Bengals loss, this time to the Bears and the problem is pretty obvious. The guys tear apart the Bengals defense to get to the bottom of what is happening in these games to have 40+ point loses in the last two weeks. They also offer some suggestions and a glimmer of hope for Bengals fans so you won't want to miss this one! Listen in NOW to hear from everyone's favorite Bengals insiders ONLY right here on Bleav in Bengals! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Solomon Wilcots is joined by Charlie Goldsmith to go over what was a brutally crushing and disgusting loss to the formerly winless Justin Fields and the New York Jets. They go over what went wrong in particular and what REALLY didn't work on Sunday. Listen in as the Bengals experts take us through the latest Bengals game for better or worse, ONLY right here at Bleav in Bengals! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.





