Cincinnati Enquirer Bengals Beat Podcast (#BBP)

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Bengals Beat Podcast: Recalibrating the 53 May 08, 2018

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Enquirer Bengals beat writers Jim Owczarski and Paul Dehner Jr. run through a few news items following the draft, including the grievance filed by Eric Reid and safety summit about the kickoff involving special teams coordinator Darrin Simmons.

Also, they run through their projected two-deep roster now that draft picks are in the mix and a snapshot of the 53.

Plus, hear from first-round pick Billy Price and a compilation of all the failed conference calls during draft weekend. Then power ranking birthdays and the latest round of Jim complaining about traffic patterns.

Bengals Beat Podcast: Duke Tobin at Fifty West Brewing Co. May 01, 2018

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After a long weekend featuring 11 picks and another 12 college free agents, Bengals director of player personnel Duke Tobin was kind enough to join us for a live BBP event at Fifty West Brewing company on Monday night.

We run through the background and perspective on all 11 picks, discuss the dynamics of making (and not making) draft weekend trades, best picks, asking Tobin to explain himself and primary takeaways from this draft weekend.

Plus, an appearance from Optimistic Bobby and Q&A session with Tobin that includes questions about John Ross, PFF, best and worst pick of his career and monitoring vaping.

Thanks to all who came out, Fifty West for hosting and everyone for following along through the BBP during the entire draft season.

Bengals Beat Podcast: Official draft primer Apr 24, 2018

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Enquirer Bengals beat writers Paul Dehner Jr. and Jim Owczarski take one final overview look at what to expect from the club in this week's NFL Draft.

We weigh the options as set forth in the NFL beat writer Mock Draft, then play out a seven-round mock draft with the decisions to be made in the middle rounds, rank our thoughts on the team's overall top 21, take fan Twitter questions and also power rank fictional dogs.

Reminder, there will be a live BBP from Fifty West Brewing Company Pro Works the Monday after the draft at 7 p.m. with Bengals player personnel director Duke Tobin. Come join, have a beer, listen to draft discussion and have your question answered.

Bengals Beat Podcast: Defensive draft preview Apr 16, 2018

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Enquirer Bengals beat writers Paul Dehner Jr. and Jim Owczarski run through the news surrounding the Bengals as they return for the offseason program.

Talking Eric Reid, Vontaze Burfict, visit from Lamar Jackson and players nursing injuries.

Then we dive into the team's defensive draft options on the table.

Hear from Optimistic Bobby about the exciting BBP event coming to 50 West and Dane Brugler of NFL Draft Scout on his in-depth look at Bengals draft fits. Plus, a final 40 minutes with Sam Palazzolo and Sam Monson from Pro Football Focus on what the production analytics say about Bengals draft needs.

Bengals Beat Podcast: Offensive draft preview Apr 10, 2018

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Enquirer beat writers Paul Dehner Jr. and Jim Owczarski dive into what will come of the visit from free agent safety Eric Reid, then take a dive into the offensive draft preview.

Hear an interview with draft expert from NFL Media Lance Zierlein.

Plus, power ranking airplane food and getting mad about The Masters.

Bengals Beat Podcast: Ranking positional draft needs Apr 03, 2018

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Enquirer Bengals beat writers Jim Owczarski and Paul Dehner Jr. rank the team's draft needs by position in advance of their 12-part series previewing the team's approach.

Plus, an interview with Bill Bender, college sports writer for The Sporting News, about prospects he saw up close that could be Bengals fits. Also, an interview with Jay Skurski of The Buffalo News about concerns Cincinnati should have with Cordy Glenn and Preston Brown which developed during their time with the Bills.

And we tack on to the end a 45-minute conversation between Mo Egger, of ESPN1530, and Dehner Jr. about the draft and other storylines surrounding the club.

Finally, we answer your Twitter questions and power rank pay-to-park methods. This week with 100 percent less dog barking.

BBP: State of the franchise Mar 29, 2018

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After an eventful week of interviews and activity at the league meetings in Orlando, Paul Dehner Jr. and Jim Owczarski re-convene for reaction to things heard and seen.

You hear interviews with Katie Blackburn, Troy Blackburn, Duke Tobin and Marvin Lewis on different topics surrounding the direction of the team. That includes Vontaze Burfict, relationship with fans, "win-now," direction of the new defense and more.

Also, we take Twitter questions and discuss breakfast buffet inconsistency.

Bengals Beat Podcast: Burfict, free agency reactions Mar 19, 2018

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Enquirer Bengals beat writers Paul Dehner Jr. and Jim Owczarski react to one of the busiest weeks of the team's offseason.

Discussing the four-game suspension of Vontazee Burfict, return of Tyler Eifert, signing of Preston Brown, market of AJ McCarron, future of Russell Bodine plus our view of the best and worst moves the club made.

Also, we power rank the most heartbreaking moments in this almost impossible run in Cincinnati sports the last 20 years.

Bengals Beat Podcast: Cordy Glenn trade reaction Mar 13, 2018

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Enquirer Bengals beat writers Paul Dehner Jr. and Jim Owczarski offer up reaction to the team's big trade for left tackle Cordy Glenn.

They run down the fallout from who could be next to sign and how this changes the draft outlook. Also, they discuss the team's decision to pass on the Adam Jones contract option.

Bengals Beat Podcast: Free agency primer Mar 06, 2018

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Enquirer Bengals beat writers Jim Owczarski and Paul Dehner Jr. offer a complete preview of what to expect from the Bengals in free agency.

We dive into the chances Tyler Eifert and Russell Bodine return and why perhaps a team taking a shot on Eifert needs to be prepared to evolve.

Then we run down the sad list of all the Bengals unrestricted free agent signings since 2011 and take a series of your Twitter questions.

Plus, power ranking the best Big Lebowski quotes to use in everyday life as the movie hits its 20th anniversary.

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