Hear That Podcast Growlin': A show about the Cincinnati Bengals

Latest Episodes:

Bengals bolster o-line, sign Cappa, Karras in free agency & farewell, C.J.Uzomah Mar 15, 2022

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In a quasi-emergency podcast, Paul and Jay react to a flurry of free agency moves by Cincinnati as well as contiguous signings by other teams. The duo kick off the show discussing the newest additions to the Bengals' offensive line, Alex Cappa and Ted Karras. Are they the only pieces needed to shore up the front five? Also, is La'el Collins to Cincy a possibility? The pair then address Larry Ogunjobi leaving Cincinnati for Chicago. Was Ogunjobi's price tag beyond what the Bengals expected? Lastly, why didn't the front office re-sign C.J. Uzomah? Was letting him walk the right move?

Rundown:

(5:00) Cappa, Karras signings

(17:30) La'el Collins to Cincy?

(23:30) Ogunjobi's new job

(29:15) Farewell, C.J.

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Jessie Bates franchise-tagged; how would you fix the Bengals roster & free agency preview Mar 08, 2022

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The excitement of the off-season is beginning to rachet up! Paul and Jay discuss Jessie Bates being franchise-tagged by the Bengals. Why couldn't both sides reach a long-term agreement? Will this impact Cincinnati's chances of signing Bates to a multi-year deal? PDJ and JM invite you to join them in The Athletic's 'pick your own adventure' activity. The interactive exercise allows you to determine the Bengals off-season; who to sign or re-sign in FA, how to handle Cincy's draft, and more! The pair confab over their experimental off-season decisions, and discuss if there's any chance of their choices coming to pass in real life. Plus, the guys preview free agency.

Rundown:

(5:00) Jessie Bates franchise-tagged

(23:00) Pick your own adventure!

(32:00) TE options

(37:00) Who would the Bengals break the bank for?

(49:30) FA on defense

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LIVE at the NFL Combine: Offensive line rebuild & NFL draft prep Mar 02, 2022

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Paul and Jay are LIVE from the NFL Combine. Duke Tobin opened his press conferences on Tuesday with a calculated message about the offensive line which gave up 70 sacks last season. How can the team improve up front in 2022? Riley Reiff's future is up in the air after 11 years in the league. Jessie Bates will likely get the franchise tag before next Tuesday's deadline. The Bengals are picking at #31 in this year's NFL draft. Which position will the team target in what is considered a deep first round player pool? Plus, injury updates on Logan Wilson, C.J. Uzomah.

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Super Bowl aftermath; Bengals free agency first-look & the 3rd&1 run Feb 15, 2022

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So Sunday didn't turn out as planned. It's probably the one that got away from the Bengals. That said, despite the hurt that's prevailing over more positive emotions, that was one hell of a run and we should celebrate it. Paul and Jay discuss the celebration at Pauley Pavilion, a get-together that honored the Bengals' incredible year. The duo share their other Super Bowl takeaways that they didn't confab about on The Walkout Sunday night. Mo Egger jumps on the podcast to give his impression of the SB, including the 3rd & 1 run. PDJ and JM then turn their attention towards the off-season as they mull cuts, Cincy's salary cap, and assign a "yes, no, or maybe" to retaining upcoming Bengals free agents.

Rundown:

(3:00) News + Pauley Pavillion

(10:15) Positional needs & other SB takeaways

(29:45) Mo joins the show

(1:00:15) Free agency & cuts

(1:10:00) Yes, no, maybe/Bengals FAs

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The Walkout: Bengals fall short in Super Bowl v. Rams, but optimism remains in Cincinnati Feb 14, 2022

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The Lombardi Trophy was within the Bengals' grasp, but in the end, it slipped away. Paul and Jay react to Cincinnati's loss in Super Bowl LVI. A defeat that stings but shouldn't detract from an unforgettable year.

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Bengals-Rams Super Bowl LVI preview w/ Robert Mays, Cris Collinsworth & Andrew Hawkins Feb 10, 2022

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Sunday is in sight! But until the day of Super Bowl LVI, Paul and Jay present a monumental episode of HTPG previewing Bengals-Rams. The guys set the scene from LA, discussing the perceived energy and tenor from both fanbases and teams. Afterward, the great Cris Collinsworth speaks his mind about the Bengals' return to the big game, Ja'Marr Chase's greatness, and more. The duo contemplate a bushel of RPBs before segueing into Paul's interview with The Athletic Football Show's host, Robert Mays. The pair's conversation ranges from the Bengals' change in philosophy, if this run is imitable, and what a Super Bowl means to Cincinnati. The guys touch on some prop bets, and then welcome on NFL Network analyst and ex-Bengal Andrew Hawkins to reflect on the changing of the guard in Cincy. Lastly, our last Growler Bet and prediction of the year!

Enjoy the Super Bowl, all!

Rundown:

(4:00) News & notes + Uzomah update

(11:00) Setting the scene

(22:30) Cris Collinsworth interview

(30:30) RPBs

(42:15) Robert Mays joins the show

(1:06:30) Prop bets

(1:16:30) Andrew Hawkins chat

(1:24:30) Growler + Predictions

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How to deal with Aaron Donald; Bengals best postseason play & more listener Q&As Feb 09, 2022

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It's time for an all-new edition of The Bengals Lunch Break! Paul and Jay answer Athletic subscribers' questions about the Bengals in The Athletic app. How will Cincinnati deal with Aaron Donald? What has been the team's best postseason play thus far? Has this Super Bowl run saved the Bengals in Cincinnati, and are the Bengals "too cool" now?

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Decisive factor in a Bengals Super Bowl win & Optimistic Bobby's on cloud nine Feb 07, 2022

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Super Bowl week is here! Amid flights, car, and scooter rides Paul and Jay kick off this week's SB coverage by asking, "if the Bengals do end up hoisting the Lombardi Trophy, what was the reason for them winning?" The duo list decisive factors in a Bengals Super Bowl victory. CNN correspondent, Mo Egger, joins the podcast to discuss Matt Stafford v. Bengals defense, Jalen Ramsey-Ja'Marr Chase, and more. Could Trey Hendrickson be the key to disrupting Los Angeles' pass game? Optimistic Bobby is then welcomed in to reminisce about his Bengals fandom, and revels in the validation he, and his son, are now experiencing as Cincinnati is in the Super Bowl.

Rundown:

(5:30) Decisive factor in a Bengals SB win

(16:30) Mo Egger joins the show

(42:30) Trey Hendrickson v. Andrew Whitworth

(46:45) Optimistic Bobby joins the show

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How the Bengals built a Super Bowl team w/ Duke Tobin, Mike Potts & more Feb 03, 2022

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The Bengals will put a Super Bowl-quality team on SoFi Stadium's field on February 13th. But how did this Cincinnati roster reach Super Bowl quality? Paul and Jay speak with Bengals' Director of Player Personnel Duke Tobin, Scouting Director Mike Potts, and scouts Christian Sarkisian and Andrew Johnson about the construction of this championship-contending team. Is it validating seeing the Bengals succeed this year, especially when you consider where this team was not long ago and how sparse the staff is? What is each front office member proud of most, and how did free agency play into fostering team culture?

Rundown:

(8:45) News & notes

(18:45) Success of scouting dept.

(25:00) Christian Sarkisian, Mike Potts & Andrew Johnson on scouting

(37:00) Hero's welcome w/ Mike Potts, Trey Brown & Christian Sarkisian

(52:30) Duke Tobin 1-on-1

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Will Bengals re-sign Jessie Bates; slowing Rams' pass rush & more listener Q&As Feb 02, 2022

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Your weekly Q&A with Paul and Jay in The Athletic app is here in podcast form! The guys provide their thoughts about controlling the Rams' vaunted pass rush. A crucial component to the Bengals' postseason run has been forcing turnovers on defense. But has it all been luck? Has Jessie Bates made himself an invaluable asset moving forward with Cincinnati on the brink of a title? What are the odds the organization re-signs him? Plus, some special teams love!

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