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The Cincinnati Bengals have less than 12 hours to make a move ahead of Tuesday's trade deadline. James Rapien reacts to Zac Taylor's latest comments, plus Jacob Tissot returns to the show and Marisa Contipelli weighs in on a 6-2 Bengals team that clearly could use some help ahead of the deadline   They react to Sal Stewart winning NL Rookie of the Year, a BAD UC Bearcats loss on the hardwood and much more!   Stay connected to First Word and become a part of Crown Network... @FirstWordCincy | @TheCincyCrown on X/Twitter   Get to know First Word hosts James Rapien, Marisa Contipelli and Jacob Tissot... @JamesRapien on X/Twitter @M_Contipelli on X/Twitter @JacobTissot on X/Twitter

Joe Goodberry joins James Rapien on First Word Cincy to reveal his bold proposal involving a first-round pick, react to Jessie Bates being traded to the Jacksonville Jaguars, and discuss which defensive playmakers could help Cincinnati make a Super Bowl run. Should the Cincinnati Bengals make a blockbuster trade for Philadelphia Eagles defensive back Cooper DeJean? Goodberry brings a list of intriguing options ahead of the trade deadline. Plus, they explore other trade targets, the pressure to improve before Tuesday's deadline, and Joe Burrow's offense following the Bengals' win in Madrid.

The Cincinnati Bengals beat the Atlanta Falcons 34-17 on Sunday in Madrid, Spain to improve to 6-2 on the season. James Rapien shares his top takeaways from the win, plus he breaks down the game with Marisa Contipelli. Hear from Joe Burrow, Ja'Marr Chase, Zac Taylor and others! Then, Richard Skinner and Joe Goodberry join the show to analyze the win, share their winners and losers from Sunday's game and much more! James also shares his latest Give Me The Keys brought to you by the Wyler Automotive Family and yes, it involves Tuesday's trade deadline. All First Word guests are delivered by Baxla Tractor and BaxlaTractor.com! Stay connected to First Word and become a part of Crown Network... @FirstWordCincy | @TheCincyCrown on X/Twitter Get to know First Word hosts James Rapien, Marisa Contipelli and Jacob Tissot... @JamesRapien on X/Twitter @M_Contipelli on X/Twitter @JacobTissot on X/Twitter

The Cincinnati Bengals have a chance to improve to 6-2 on Sunday against the Atlanta Falcons. If they are REAL contenders, then they'll find a way to beat a talented Falcons team. Hear from Dexter Lawrence, Zac Taylor and Tee Higgins. Plus, James Rapien explains WHY one former first round pick is a perfect trade deadline target, Marisa Contipelli shares her keys to victory and MORE during a FIRED UP FRIDAY edition of First Word!   Stay connected to First Word and become a part of Crown Network... @FirstWordCincy | @TheCincyCrown on X/Twitter Get to know First Word hosts James Rapien, Marisa Contipelli and Jacob Tissot... @JamesRapien on X/Twitter @M_Contipelli on X/Twitter @JacobTissot on X/Twitter

Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow has put himself in position to win his first MVP award. The Bengals are 5-2 and his numbers have been outstanding. Meanwhile, a reunion with Jessie Bates ahead of the trade deadline makes TOO MUCH sense. Marisa Contipelli explains why in Give Me the Keys, presented by the Wyler Automotive Family! Dave Biddle joins the show to talk Burrow, Bengals and the Ohio State Buckeyes. Jake Liscow of Locked On Bengals reunites with James Rapien ahead of Sunday's game against the Atlanta Falcons in Madrid, plus Brad Evans stops by to share the latest fantasy football insight ahead of Week 9! All guests are delivered by Baxla Tractor and BaxlaTractor.com! Stay connected to First Word and become a part of Crown Network... @FirstWordCincy | @TheCincyCrown on X/Twitter Get to know First Word hosts James Rapien, Marisa Contipelli and Jacob Tissot... @JamesRapien on X/Twitter @M_Contipelli on X/Twitter @JacobTissot on X/Twitter