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

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[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

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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!

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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.

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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!

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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

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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!

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[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

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