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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.

The Bengals are heating up after a big win over the Steelers, and Solomon Wilcots says they can’t afford a letdown against the winless Jets in Week 8. He breaks down Joe Flacco’s resurgence, the offensive line’s best performance of the year, and how Cincinnati’s young defense is finding its rhythm. Can the Bengals stay consistent and keep their playoff push alive? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On the latest episode of Bleav in Bengals, Solomon Wilcots breaks down Cincinnati’s Thursday night win and how this team has come back to life. With the addition of 40-year-old Joe Flacco, the Bengals look revitalized. Solomon also dives into the impact of backup QB Joe Flacco and how Mike Tomlin saw this from the start. 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 go over the Bengals loss to the Packers which was more of a rebuilding showcase for brand new Bengals QB Joe Flacco to see how he may fit in with the Bengals offense. They agree that its definetely better than Jake Browning and are excited to see more. The pair also go over what good they have seen so far this season. Listen in to hear the Bengals EXPERTS take apart the Bengals performance 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.

On the Bleav in Bengals, hosts Solomon Wilcots and Bengals insider Charlie Goldsmith analyze the Bengals' 30-17 loss to the Detroit Lions. They address Jake Browning's struggles with turnovers, inconsistent decision-making, and the lack of balance in the offense. The discussion includes ongoing issues with the offensive line regarding both protection and run blocking, as well as the failed offseason roster moves and the team's over-reliance on Joe Burrow. The episode concludes with a mailbag question about whether preseason expectations for the Bengals were set too high, and whether blame should be assigned to coaching, ownership, or player development. They also preview the upcoming game against the Green Bay Packers, emphasizing the challenges posed by Micah Parsons and a tough Packers defense. [00:00:05] - Game Recap Recap of Bengals losing to the Lions, highlights on Detroit’s offensive performance [00:00:53] - Bengals’ Quarterback Struggles Discussion about Jake Browning’s inconsistent quarterback play Impact of turnovers and decision-making issues [00:01:30] - Team’s Options at Quarterback Zach Taylor’s post-game comments Question about alternative quarterback options [00:02:10] - Evaluating Backup QBs Assessment of other backup quarterbacks and lack of experience [00:03:06] - Rumors About Veteran QB Trades Debunking rumors about trading for Russell Wilson or Kirk Cousins [00:04:08] - Offensive Guard and Cap Space Discussion on roster/cap space decisions—focus should have been on addressing offensive guard earlier [00:06:54] - Bengals Offense and Jake Browning’s Game Performance Analyzing offensive struggles, questionable passes, and late-game scoring [00:07:55] - Offensive Line Issues In-depth look at offensive line struggles, including giving up safeties and lack of run game [00:09:05] - Impact of the Offensive Line on QB Performance How poor O-line play has affected Jake Browning’s confidence and performance [00:10:05] - Scott Peters and O-Line Regressions Discussion about O-Line coach Scott Peters and regression of the unit [00:11:25] - Wasting Talent & Roster Construction Reflections on another year potentially wasting stars’ talents Debating overall roster talent and decisions at trade deadline [00:12:15] - History of Not Selling at Trade Deadline Bengals’ tendency not to sell at the deadline, even when out of contention [00:13:41] - Team Building Philosophy Team building logic, planning for future roster flexibility [00:14:51] - Bengals Defense vs. Lions Offense Analysis of Bengals defense, positives in pass rush and pressure [00:15:48] - Defense Continues to Be Put in Bad Situations Frequent short fields due to turnovers impacting defensive numbers [00:16:38] - Improving Defensive Fundamentals Focus on tackling and coverage issues, especially on screens and in space [00:17:44] - Coaching Points of Emphasis for Improvement Major coaching concerns: tackling, technique at corner, and interior pass rush [00:19:29] - How Injuries & Roster Failures Impacted the Season How Joe Burrow’s absence exposed the team’s lack of flexibility and depth [00:20:45] - Ownership and Organizational Accountability Broader conversation about organizational responsibility and roster-building philosophy [00:23:50] - Miscalculation on Jake Browning as Backup Retrospective on believing in Browning as backup and where things went wrong [00:24:53] - Importance of Roster Flexibility Need for roster flexibility and adapting to different game scenarios [00:24:53] - Sponsor Segment and Green Bay Packers Preview Previewing matchup against Packers and key players to watch [00:25:52] - Packers Game Preview D-line concerns, Micah Parsons (erroneous—Parsons is not on Packers), challenges facing Bengals’ O-line   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

[00:00:00] – Episode Introduction [00:00:56] – [00:01:32] – Joe Burrow’s Absence and Team Struggles [00:02:40] – [00:03:19] – Lack of Fight and Team Identity Crisis [00:03:19] – [00:04:58] – Coaching and Penalties [00:04:58] – [00:05:35] – Identity Crisis Continues [00:05:35] – [00:07:57] – Offensive Line and Team Construction [00:07:57] – [00:08:59] – Building Around Offensive Line, Struggles with Run Game [00:08:59] – [00:12:10] – Angst at Line of Scrimmage [00:12:10] – [00:13:32] – Schematic Adjustments & Lack of Identity [00:13:32] – [00:14:54] – Jamar Chase, T. Higgins, and Maximizing Talents [00:14:54] – [00:15:52] – Why the Stars Can’t Produce [00:15:52] – [00:16:39] – Does the Team Have Fight Left? [00:16:39] – [00:17:57] – Players' Motivations and Future [00:17:57] – [00:19:27] – Lack of Production Beyond the Stars [00:19:27] – [00:20:21] – Shamar Stewart Injury Update [00:20:21] – [00:22:08] – Look Ahead: Detroit Lions 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 co-host and Bengals Insider Charlie Goldsmith to talk about everything they saw on Sunday's competition between the Bengals and Vikings. It was a bad day for the Bengals as they could not get much in the name of help from their Offense as the Offense gave up 2 touchdowns due to bad turnovers. Tehy get into what they saw and what it could mean for next week's matchup against the Denver Broncos. Listen in to this exciting recap episode of 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.

In this episode, Cincinnati Bengals safety Jordan Battle joins Solomon Wilcots to discuss the Bengals’ strong defensive start to the season, especially their effectiveness in creating turnovers and making big stops in the red zone. Jordan credits the team’s detailed preparation, including drills focused on ball disruption and focused red zone practices, for their early success. He also shares insights on responding to adversity, such as the recent injury to quarterback Joe Burrow, expressing confidence in backup Jake Browning. [00:00:21] - Training Camp & Defensive Impact Discussion of Jordan’s performance in training camp, leadership, and early-season interceptions. [00:01:38] - Creating Turnovers How the Bengals’ secondary practices for interceptions and ball disruption. [00:02:57] - Red Zone Defense Why the Bengals defense excels in the red zone and their weekly preparation. [00:03:47] - Jacksonville Game Defensive Stand Jordan walks through the mindset and communication during a crucial stop against the Jaguars. [00:04:46] - Jordan’s Football Preparation & Pedigree Jordan talks about how his experiences from youth league to Alabama prepared him for big moments. [00:05:52] - Reaction to Joe Burrow’s Injury Team’s mindset and response to losing their quarterback, Joe Burrow, to injury. [00:07:20] - Confidence in Jake Browning Jordan’s thoughts on Jake Browning stepping in as quarterback and the team's support system. [00:09:42] - Preparing for the Vikings & Carson Wentz Adjustments required when facing Carson Wentz instead of the rookie quarterback. [00:10:54] - Facing a Veteran QB Jordan explains how playing against a veteran QB like Wentz changes defensive strategy. [00:11:57] - Defending Justin Jefferson The importance of accounting for Vikings’ star receiver Justin Jefferson.   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Solomon is joined by everyones favorite Sports Doc himself, Dr. David Chao in order to talk about Bengals superstar QB Joe Burrow's injury that he sustained in Sundays game against the Jacksonville Jaguars. Every expert out there has gone on about what "Turf Toe" is but Dr. Chao is here to set the record straight and give you a comprehensive medical breakdown of what Joe Burrow is experiencing and what his potential timetable for returning might look like. Listen in to this emergency injury podcast RIGHT NOW! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Solly and Charlie reflect on the Bengals Week 1 game against the Cleveland Browns where they were able to come away with the win, despite it maybe not being some of their finest football, but a win is a win. Have the Bengals avoided yet another slow start to year or is this just an anomaly for the curse to linger on around this team getting off to slow starts year after year? Listen in to hear 2 Bengals insiders give their takes on what went down with the Cincinnati Bengals on Sunday 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 preview week 1 of the 2025 Bengals season with their opening week matchup against the Cleveland Browns and its all positive. The guys both see bright blue skies on the horizon and believe that you should join them and hop on board the Bengals train. To hear all about the specifics and how guys like Shemar Stewart and Trey Hendrickson might look like, listen in to Bleav in Bengals RIGHT NOW! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

[00:00:00] - Intro & 53-man Roster Cuts [00:01:25] - Surprise Cuts & Depth Concerns [00:03:13] - Defensive Cuts & Depth [00:04:05] - Rookie Defensive Starter (Demetrius Knight) [00:05:17] - Cornerback Depth & Al Golden’s Defense [00:06:40] - Safety Analysis & Jordan Battle [00:07:53] - Offensive Rookie Starter (Dylan Fairchild) [00:09:08] - Right Guard Situation [00:10:29] - Skill Positions Depth: WR, TE, QB [00:12:05] - Noah Fant as a Versatile Tight End [00:13:01] - Running Back Room [00:15:02] - Team Readiness for Week 1 [00:17:02] - Joe Burrow’s Confidence & The Offense [00:18:12] - Trey Hendrickson’s Contract [00:19:40] - Bengals’ Logic on Hendrickson’s Future [00:20:28] - Hendrickson’s Sack Production in Historical Context [00:21:45] - Will Hendrickson Be Ready Week 1? [00:22:29] - Run Defense Issues in the Preseason [00:23:53] - Defensive End Rotation: Shemar Stewart vs. Joseph Ossai 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 former Bengals great Ickey Woods in order to talk about the entirety of preseason and how they believe it went. They get into what they have seen from Joe Burrow and the rest of the players that have taken snaps and which guys surprised them the most out there. Lastly we here from Barry Quart who is the CEO of Connect BioPharma and they get into their initiative to spread the word about acute asthma attacks. For all that and MUCH much more, listen in to the Bleav in Bengals podcast NOW! [0:56] What Ickey Woods is most excited about this year [3:03] What Ickey Woods likes most about Joe Burrow and Bengals first couple games [7:09] Bengals defense and preseason performances [11:23] The importance of getting off to a great start [13:47] Trey Hendrickson contract and Shemar Stewart Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

00:00:00 – 00:00:48 – Introduction Solomon welcomes listeners and introduces Charlie Goldsmith. Sets up the Bengals’ win in D.C., touches on preseason offense, Joe Burrow, and missing starters. 00:00:48 – 00:02:49 – Bengals Offense & Joe Burrow’s Performance Discussion of first-team vs. second-team offense, Burrow’s approach, need for rhythm, and play reliability despite absent star receivers. 00:02:49 – 00:05:56 – Emerging Receivers & Depth Focus on Andre Yosivas, Charlie Jones, and especially Mitchell Tinsley’s rise and impact on the roster; touches on special teams/roster battles. 00:05:56 – 00:13:00 – Run Defense Woes The “elephant in the room”: Bengals’ struggling run defense, alarming preseason stats, missed tackles, and lack of physicality. Addressing young defenders’ mistakes and coaching responses. 00:13:00 – 00:16:10 – Physicality & Defensive Mindset Solomon and Charlie discuss the mentality and culture of defense, expectations about physicality, and player accountability in meetings. 00:16:10 – 00:18:47 – Lookahead: Colts Preseason Game Preview of the final preseason matchup against the Indianapolis Colts, anticipated playing time for starters, and injury/rest management. 00:18:47 – 00:20:37 – Defensive Starters’ Availability Updates on Cam Taylor-Britt, Dax Hill, Geno Stone, BJ Hill, and their readiness for regular season. 00:20:37 – 00:21:47 – Joe Burrow/Offensive Line Health Zac Taylor’s decisions on Burrow’s final preseason reps, O-line injuries, and risk assessment. 00:21:47 – 00:23:58 – Trey Hendrickson Trade Rumors The current state of trade talks, value expectations, and the likelihood of keeping Hendrickson. 00:23:58 – 00:24:31 – Adding Roster Depth via Trades How other NFL teams are proactive with trades, and if the Bengals might target positions of need before cuts. 00:24:31 – 00:25:49 – Philosophy on Waiver Wire & Free Agent Additions Bengals’ typical roster management strategy and potential interior DL targets like Christian Wilkins. 00:25:22 – End – Final Thoughts & Roster Bubble Mitch Tinsley’s roster chances, tight end competition, and philosophical roster decisions heading into final cuts. Closing remarks. 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 NFL Network insider Tom Pelissero to discuss his observations from Bengals training camp. They dive into the team’s overall outlook, highlighting the improved depth at wide receiver and a renewed focus on getting off to a fast start this season. Tom points out how both offense and defense are showing promise, with the defense featuring impressive young talent and strong performances during camp. The conversation moves into contract negotiations, particularly the Trey Hendrickson situation, and how the Bengals’ philosophy around contracts might impact keeping key players. They also touch on the Bengals’ persistent slow starts in recent years and how the team has adjusted its camp practice schedule to try and change that pattern.00:00:52 — Training camp impressions / Bengals offense and receivers Tom shares his takeaways from Bengals training camp, highlighting the depth of the receiver group and practice energy. 00:03:29 — Bengals defense update and young talent Discussion of the defense’s performance in camp, standouts like DJ Turner, and a look at the secondary. 00:05:10 — Bengals contract philosophy & Trey Hendrickson standoff Detailed breakdown of organizational approaches to contracts and the ongoing Trey Hendrickson negotiations. 00:08:54 — Trade value and compensation for Hendrickson Talks about the Bengals' stance on trade offers and the team’s priorities regarding pass rushers. 00:10:50 — Importance of fast starts and team challenges Review of Bengals’ history of slow season starts, factors involved, and organizational changes to address it. 00:12:29 — Adjustments in practice schedule to encourage fast starts Explains how moving to earlier practices in camp is part of the focus on starting faster. 00:13:24 — Preseason game analysis: offense vs. defense Discussion of preseason performance, especially the defense’s struggle against the Eagles. 00:15:30 — Al Golden’s new defense: schematic changes and expectations Insights into the new defensive coordinator’s approach and what to expect during the season. 00:16:22 — Draft pick spotlight: Shemar Stewart & rookie class Shemar Stewart compared to Danielle Hunter and Jadeveon Clowney, plus rookies like Demetrius Knight and Barrett Carter. 00:19:51 — Offense improvement focus: running game dilemma Talk about the run game, changes in running back personnel, and hopes for the O-line. 00:20:54 — Vision for the backfield Depth chart and roles: Chase Brown, Taj Brooks, and Samaje Perine. 00:23:40 — Joe Burrow’s health and performance expectations Joe Burrow’s return to full health and what that means for the Bengals offense. 00:25:37 — AFC North storyline preview Competitive landscape of the AFC North, spotlighting quarterbacks and division challenges. 00:29:03 — season outlook Concluding thoughts on the Bengals’ roster, goals, and expectations for the 2025 season. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Host Solomon Wilcots and Hall of Famer Anthony Munoz discuss key offseason moves and preseason priorities for the Cincinnati Bengals, including the importance of re-signing Trey Hendrickson and getting Joe Burrow reps with the starting offensive line. They analyze the impact of new coaches and young players like Amarius Mims and Shemar Stewart, highlighting the need for leadership and fast starts. Looking ahead, they stress that stopping the run and early-season wins are crucial for a special Bengals season. 00:01:09 – Trey Hendrickson’s future: sign or trade? 00:02:13 – Importance of Hendrickson’s leadership for the defense and young players (e.g., Shemar Stewart). 00:03:12 – Should Joe Burrow and the Bengals’ starters play in preseason games? 00:05:20 – Zach Taylor’s efforts to improve fast starts; leadership in the locker room. 00:07:16 – Significance of preseason reps for Joe Burrow and the offensive line. 00:08:38 – Impressions of new offensive line coach Scott Peters and his approach. 00:11:00 – Bengals’ interior offensive line: outlook on Cordell Volson, Dylan Fairchild, Lucas Patrick. 00:12:46 – Year 2 expectations and progress for Amarius Mims and Orlando Brown Jr. 00:15:12 – First impressions of Shemar Stewart and his potential. 00:17:32 – Defensive outlook under new DC Al Golden. 00:19:02 – Secondary preview: talent, chemistry, and roles. 00:20:16 – Keys for the Bengals to have a special season: fast start, stopping the run, and offensive potential. 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 Shemar Stewart signing his rookie contract with the Bengals and his early progress in training camp, along with the ongoing contract stalemate between the team and Trey Hendrickson. They evaluate the development of the Bengals' defensive line, highlighting Joseph Osai and Miles Murphy, and break down the competition and potential of the secondary and safety units. The episode emphasizes the importance of team chemistry and limiting big plays on defense for the upcoming season. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.