What does it take to build a dominant offensive line, both in the NFL and from the ground up? Go deep into the trenches with one of the toughest and most intelligent players in Cincinnati Bengals history, Bruce Kozerski.

In this exclusive interview on "In the Trenches with Dave Lapham," the former Bengals captain and current championship-winning high school coach delivers a masterclass on the art of offensive line play. Kozerski shares the incredible story of starting the Holy Cross football program from nothing—practicing on a riverbank—and leading them to a State Championship in just 12 years. He breaks down his core philosophy of "five fingers make the fist," the importance of player intelligence, and provides an expert analysis of the current Bengals O-line under new coach Scott Peters.

The "Five Fingers" Philosophy: Kozerski's core principle for building a cohesive and dominant unit.

The Systematic Approach: An inside look at the new techniques and teaching methods being implemented by O-Line Coach Scott Peters.

Breaking Down the Roster: Kozerski's expert analysis of the Bengals' offensive line, from veterans like Orlando Brown Jr. and Ted Karras to rising stars.

From Scratch to State Champs: The unbelievable story of how Kozerski built the Holy Cross football program.

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What does it truly mean to be a Cincinnati Bengal? There's no one more qualified to answer that question than a man who defines the franchise: the legendary quarterback, Ken Anderson.

In this can't-miss episode of "In the Trenches with Dave Lapham," Anderson sits down for a heartfelt and insightful conversation about his iconic career. He reflects on his recent induction into the Bengals Ring of Honor, sharing what it means to be immortalized alongside the franchise's greatest players. Anderson also offers his expert analysis on the current Bengals, breaking down the challenges and keys to success for the 2025 season.

A Humble Honor: Ken Anderson shares his emotional reaction to being inducted into the Bengals Ring of Honor.

A Look at the Current Bengals: The franchise legend gives his breakdown of the 2025 team and what they need to do to succeed.

The Quarterback Blueprint: What Paul Brown looked for in a franchise QB, and how it shaped the careers of legends like Otto Graham and Ken Anderson himself.

We want to thank Ken for being a fantastic guest and for joining us today on In the Trenches with Dave Lapham brought to you by First Star Logistics. We also look forward to growing our new central channel, First Star Media Group, and having you fans follow us along the ride. A lot more content is coming soon so definitely hit that subscribe button so you never miss one of our uploads! As always Who Dey!

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What is the difference between a good team and a championship team? It's a question Bengals legend Solomon Wilcots is uniquely qualified to answer. In this powerful episode of "In the Trenches," the Super Bowl veteran joins Dave Lapham for a masterclass in what it takes to build a winning culture.

Drawing from his experiences in the Bengals' huddle during their last Super Bowl run, Wilcots delivers an unfiltered analysis of the 2025 team. He breaks down why the offensive line's chemistry is the key to protecting the quarterback, how the defense is developing a "bend but don't break" identity.

A Modern Defensive Masterclass: Breaking down the Bengals' "bend but don't break" strategy.

The Offensive Line's Challenge: Why their chemistry and run-blocking are the keys to the entire offense.

Protecting the Franchise: The multifaceted approach required to keep the quarterback healthy.

We want to thank Solomon for being a fantastic guest and for joining us today on In the Trenches with Dave Lapham brought to you by First Star Logistics. We also look forward to growing our new central channel, First Star Media Group, and having you fans follow us along the ride. A lot more content is coming soon so definitely hit that subscribe button so you never miss one of our uploads! As always Who Dey!

Want to win great prizes from First Star Logistics during the Bengals season? During the 2025 Cincinnati Bengals season, First Star Logistics will give away some great and unique prizes. Follow @FirstStarLog, @DLInTheTrenches, and @JoeGoodberry for details each week on how you can win