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Why the Bengals Are PERFECTLY Positioned to Lock Down Their Core This Offseason Jan 15, 2026

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The Cincinnati Bengals have a chance this offseason to lock up foundational pieces to long-term deals—something we've asked them to do for years. James Rapien and Jake Liscow break down why DJ Turner II and Dax Hill should top the extension priority list after breakout campaigns and strong leadership on defense.

The guys also dig into past mistakes the Bengals hope to avoid, the potential approach and timeline for new deals, why the front office may hesitate to extend Chase Brown given the running back market, and discuss additional players like Orlando Brown Jr. and Myles Murphy who could be in line for new deals. Plus, how getting ahead on contracts could save the team money and promote stability for years to come.

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Joe Flacco's CLEAR Value as Joe Burrow's Backup | Is Flacco the Bengals' Future Backup QB? Jan 14, 2026

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The Cincinnati Bengals have a big decision at backup quarterback as Joe Flacco’s value is clear based on his performance in 2025 and their need for a proven commodity behind Joe Burrow. Should Flacco be an offseason priority, and can the Bengals afford to let him walk with a weak backup QB market? James Rapien and Jake Liscow examine salary expectations and slim pickings for alternatives headlined by Marcus Mariota.

With Trey Hendrickson’s likely departure looming, the guys also discuss the defense's direction this off season. Will the Bengals go the tag-and-trade route? Can Myles Murphy step up, or must Cincinnati make a splash to replace elite edge production? Will the Bengals have to find a different strength on defense?

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Dalton Risner is the Bengals TOP PRIORITY Among Internal Free Agents Jan 13, 2026

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The Cincinnati Bengals have decisions to make on their internal free agents as Dalton Risner takes top priority. Can the Bengals keep their offensive line chemistry intact by retaining the guy Ted Karras, Amarius Mims, and Orlando Brown Jr. all want back? Who else do the Bengals need to prioritize bringing back and how does Joe Flacco fit?

James Rapien and Jake Liscow break down the Risner situation and dive into the other internal free agent decisions as the Bengals begin their off season plans.

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BENGALS SQUAD SHOW: Is Zac Taylor being SCAPEGOATED? Pass rush is PRIORITY, Trey Hendrickson FUTURE, Wild Card TAKEAWAYS Jan 13, 2026

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Bengals head coach Zac Taylor, no question, has his flaws. However, he has gotten the Bengals to two AFC Championships and a Super Bowl. That proves he can coach when he has a full deck of cards. That begs the question: Is Zac Taylor being scapegoated by the Bengals' front office?

Alex Frank, Jake Liscow and Art Valero discuss that topic.

This past weekend in the Wild Card round of the Playoffs, we saw teams like the Patriots and Texans win with their ferocious pass rushes. It coincides with Bengals' Director of Player Personnel Duke Tobin saying the Bengals need to beef up the pass rush and the defensive line. How do the Bengals do that? Who are the players the Bengals should be targeting in free agency?

Trey Hendrickson's time with the Bengals is up... right? The guys discuss his legacy in Cincinnati and who could be his replacement.

Finally, Alex, Jake, and Art discuss what else they saw this weekend in the Playoffs and how they relate to the Bengals. Are they in the best shape of any team in the AFC North?

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Wildcard Weekend Affirms Bengals' Need To Find PLAYMAKERS Jan 12, 2026

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Duke Tobin made clear on Friday that closing games was one of his biggest issues with the Cincinnati Bengals 2025 season, and Wildcard Weekend games made him look prescient.

Tobin has plenty of work to do if they're going to get to the playoffs next season. Jake Liscow and James Rapien reflect on the need to finish games, how it applies to the playoffs and why adding talent is just half of the equation. They need talent and execution to come together in critical moments.

Will Bengals OC Dan Pitcher be the Browns next head coach? The guys share the latest on Pitcher as coaching watch in the AFC North continues.

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Breaking Down Duke Tobin's Presser: Bengals’ Frustrations, Offseason Needs & Urgent Changes Ahead Jan 09, 2026

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Duke Tobin’s press conference on Friday left many fans frustrated and wanting more clarity than they got. Can the front office fix glaring holes on defense and finally address pass rush and linebacker issues, or will familiar free agency limitations derail the team’s shot at resurgence with Joe Burrow, Ja'Marr Chase, and Tee Higgins anchoring the offense?

Jake Liscow and James Rapien break down the takeaways from Tobin's comments, when he offered scant detail on improvements they can make, but was acutely aware of how much work he needs to do on the defense.

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BENGALS SQUAD SHOW: Duke Tobin SPEAKS, front office BETTER be RIGHT, Dan Pitcher LEAVING? Jan 09, 2026

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Bengals "de facto general manager"and Director of Player Personnel Duke Tobin spoke with the media today at Paycor Stadium, a rarity considering it is not even a week after the season ended.

Alex Frank and Art Valero discuss the biggest takeaways from Tobin's press conference and how fans should feel about his answers to the toughest questions he fielded today.

Earlier this week, the Baltimore Ravens fired head coach John Harbaugh after 18 seasons. While Alex believes this actually justifies the Bengals' front office's decision to keep Zac Taylor and Duke Tobin and Taylor's decision to keep his coaching staff intact, it increases the pressure on the front office to be right with what they're doing, and not doing.

Speaking of keeping the coaching staff intact, Bengals' offensive coordinator Dan Pitcher is interviewing with the Cleveland Browns for their head coach opening. Should Bengals' fans be worried about him leaving for the City up North? If he does, there's one man Zac Taylor should hire as the Bengals' offensive coordinator.

Ja'Marr Chase was named the Bengals' MVP by the Cincinnati chapter of the PFWA this week. Alex and Art discuss who else stood out for the Bengals in an otherwise disappointing season.

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Will Bengals Lose OC Dan Pitcher to Division Rival? Who Would Replace Him? Jan 08, 2026

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Dan Pitcher is interviewing for a promotion in Cleveland, and Zac Taylor once again faces the possibility of losing one of his top assistants. James Rapien and Jake Liscow break down the possibility than Pitcher takes a head coaching job as the NFL coaching carousel gets busier, and what the Bengals would do to backfill the offensive coordinator position. A Brian Callahan reunion could make sense, and there's no heir apparent the way the Bengals had Pitcher ready to take the promotion after Callahan's departure in 2024.

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What We HOPE to Hear From Duke Tobin + Zac Taylor OUTLASTS John Harbaugh In AFC North Jan 07, 2026

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We're going to hear from Duke Tobin in January for the first time, and fans are eager to hear what the Bengals' director of player personnel has to say. Jake Liscow and James Rapien break down what they're hoping to learn from Tobin's presser, and what it means that Zac Taylor and the Cincinnati Bengals will be facing off with new head coaches across the division after the Baltimore Ravens and Cleveland Browns moved on from their head coaches.

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BENGALS SQUAD SHOW: It's TIME for Zac Taylor to RELINQUISH calling plays, team looking at EVERYTHING Jan 07, 2026

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With Bengals President Mike Brown releasing a statement saying Zac Taylor and Duke Tobin will both be returning in 2026, it's time for Zac Taylor to do what he should have done a long time ago: defer play calling duties.

Alex Frank, Jake Liscow, and Art Valero discuss why this could make Zac Taylor a better head coach, and, as a result, the defense possibly better in 2026. Mike Brown said the Bengals are going to take a hard look at EVERYTHING, and Zac relinquishing play-calling may be what enables the Bengals to be better situationally.

Zac Taylor said yesterday that the Bengals are going to run it back with their coaching staff. Fans are not happy, but was it the RIGHT decision? The guys discuss if running it back is what will help the young defensive players continue to develop.

Cornerback Cam Taylor-Britt is sentenced to five days in jail after pleading guilty to traffic charges from an incident in September. Does this have an impact on his future with the Bengals?

Bengals Director of Players Personnel Duke Tobin will be speaking to the media Friday at 1:00. What could come of it? The guys discuss what could happen Sunday when the much-maligned "de facto general manager" speaks on Friday.