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Cincinnati Bengals coaches and front office members had major praise for safety Jordan Battle during the 2026 NFL Combine. James Rapien and Jake Liscow react to the praise and discuss the possibility of a contract extension for the fourth-year safety. Does it make sense? How much does timing matter? They also react to Al Golden's comments about the defense and the type of players the Bengals will target in free agency. Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub Join the Locked On Bengals Insider Community! https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonbengals Find and follow Locked On Bengals on your favorite podcast platforms: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/locked-on-bengals-daily-podcast-on-the-cincinnati-bengals/id1159723162 S

The Cincinnati Bengals have seen the first two dominoes fall this offseason. They re-signed Dalton Risner, and they did NOT franchise tag Trey Hendrickson.  Alex Frank, Jake Liscow, and Coach Art Valero discuss what these moves mean for the Bengals in the early stages of the offseason and for the potential roster in 2026.  A recent report came out that Caleb Downs had a degenerative ACL and a partially torn meniscus, but that has since been shot down by The Pat McAfee Show. Still, though, are there any reasons to be concerned about Downs as a potential pick for the Bengals at No. 10.  Finally, the guys discuss what the recent NFLPA report cards mean for the Bengals ahead of free agency.  Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!  TurboTax This year you’re getting a major upgrade — Intuit TurboTax now has in-person locations nationwide. Visit http://TurboTax.com/local to book your appointment today.  Indeed Listeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserv

The Cincinnati Bengals aren't using the franchise tag on star defensive end Trey Hendrickson. Are they making a mistake? Will they get a compensatory pick? James Rapien and Jake Liscow react to the news, explain why things broke down for Hendrickson and the Bengals, plus they look at a possible trade for Minnesota Vikings Pro Bowl pass rusher Jonathan Greenard! Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub Join the Locked On Bengals Insider Community! https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonbengals Find and follow Locked On Bengals on your favorite podcast platforms: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/locked-on-bengals-daily-podcast-on-the-cincinnati-bengals/id1159723162 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7AObc0lh0WmQl5fJVgtaj

What if the Bengals' most coveted defensive prospects in the draft aren't available when they're on the clock in the first round? Jake Liscow and James Rapien debate a pick between two players at non-premium positions in Sonny Styles and Jeremiyah Love in the first round, and then try to cover their defensive bases by snagging fallers at positions of need on day 2 in this week's mini mock draft Monday!  Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub Join the Locked On Bengals Insider Community! https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonbengals Find and follow Locked On Bengals on your favorite podcast platforms: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/locked-on-bengals-daily-podcast-on-the-cincinnati-bengals/id1159723162 Spotify: https://

The Cincinnati Bengals re-signed Dalton Risner to a one-year contract on Monday. It's a major move to solidify the offensive line and protect star quarterback Joe Burrow. James Rapien and Jake Liscow explain why they were surprised at the one year deal worth up to $5 million, why it's great to have Risner back in the fold ahead of free agency, plus what it means for Burrow and an offensive line that will have all five starters back next season. Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub Join the Locked On Bengals Insider Community! https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonbengals Find and follow Locked On Bengals on your favorite podcast platforms: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/locked-on-bengals-daily-podcast-on-the-cincinn

The Cincinnati Bengals desperately need defensive line help this offseason. Will Rueben Bain Jr. fall to them in the first round? Should they take him even though there are questions about his arm length? What about Clemson defensive tackle Peter Woods?  James Rapien and Jake Liscow react to an eventful week for the defensive linemen in Indianapolis, what they need to see from both Bain and Woods at their respective pro days and so much more!  Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub Join the Locked On Bengals Insider Community! https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonbengals Find and follow Locked On Bengals on your favorite podcast platforms: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/locked-on-bengals-daily-podcast-on-the-cincinna

Bengals director of player personnel and de facto general manager Duke Tobin said he NFL Combine this week that he's "never not been all in." So, how should Bengals fans view those comments?  Alex Frank and Coach Art Valero discuss how they feel about them and what it could mean for the Bengals and the upcoming free agency period.  One position that hasn't been talked about a lot this offseason has been tight end. Mike Gesicki has given the Bengals a good return on investment, but is there anything else the Bengals could do in free agency or the Draft to bolster the position?  Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!  TurboTax For a limited time, you can have your taxes done by a local TurboTax expert for just $150 — all in, if a TurboTax expert didn’t file for you last year. Just file by February 28. Visit http://TurboTax.com/local to book your appointment today.  FanDuel Use your Profit Boost on an NBA future and get entered for your chance to win a trip to the NBA Finals. Play your game with FanDuel, the off

Everyone with eyes knows the Bengals have serious needs to turn around their defense in 2026, but explosiveness appears to be more key than ever to winning football games, and an offense featuring Joe Burrow, Ja'Marr Chase, and Tee Higgins hasn't been explosive for years now. Jake Liscow and James Rapien discuss how the Bengals can change that going forward, from dynamic scheme adjustments that we're talking about for the umpteenth time, to value personnel additions that could help transform the way the offense works. Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub Join the Locked On Bengals Insider Community! https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonbengals Find and follow Locked On Bengals on your favorite podcast platforms: Apple Podcasts: https://p

Duke Tobin sounds a bit gun shy about a big swing this offseason, but that doesn't mean the Cincinnati Bengals won't make additions to the club. It just sounds more like business as usual - hopefully meaning more like the 2021 offseason and not the 2025 version that only saw the Bengals add TJ Slaton as a starter money external free agent. Jake Liscow and James Rapien break down what that sort of approach to the offseason would require to be a success. Plus, a few tidbits on potential #10 pick candidates Rueben Bain and Peter Woods as defensive linemen are present and accounted for in Indianapolis. Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub Join the Locked On Bengals Insider Community! https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonbengals Find and foll

Duke Tobin's annual media session in Indianapolis yielded updates on the Bengals' outlook on Dalton Risner, Trey Hendrickson tag-and-trade scenarios, and the team's general disposition heading into the talent acquisition part of the NFL calendar. Jake Liscow and James Rapien break down the most notable takeaways in day 1 of their coverage of the 2026 NFL Combine. Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub Join the Locked On Bengals Insider Community! https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonbengals Find and follow Locked On Bengals on your favorite podcast platforms: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/locked-on-bengals-daily-podcast-on-the-cincinnati-bengals/id1159723162 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7AObc0lh0WmQl5fJVgt

With the start of free agency less than two weeks away, help could be on the way for the Cincinnati Bengals in the form of two former Cincinnati Bearcats.  Alex Frank and Mike Santagana discuss how Kansas City Chiefs safety Bryan Cook and Seattle Seahawks cornerback Coby Bryant, who are both Super Bowl champions, could give the Bengals a major boost at both safety and cornerback.  How could Bryan Cook help Caleb Downs if the Bengals draft him at No. 10 in April?  Could Coby Bryant help the Bengals young corners keep ascending in 2026?  Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!  TurboTax For a limited time, you can have your taxes done by a local TurboTax expert for just $150 — all in, if a TurboTax expert didn’t file for you last year. Just file by February 28. Visit http://TurboTax.com/local to book your appointment today.  FanDuel Use your Profit Boost on an NBA future and get entered for your chance to win a trip to the NBA Finals. Play your game with FanDuel, the official sports betting partner of the NBA.

The Cincinnati Bengals have plenty of offseason needs. They also have a lengthy offseason check list. They need to get things started with a successful week in Indianapolis at the NFL Combine. James Rapien and Jake Liscow explain why the futures of Trey Hendrickson, Dalton Risner and plenty of other free agents could be decided this week. They also talk about what they're hoping to hear from Duke Tobin, Zac Taylor and look at some of the most intriguing draft prospects ahead of a big week in Indy! Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub Join the Locked On Bengals Insider Community! https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonbengals Find and follow Locked On Bengals on your favorite podcast platforms: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/

Caleb Downs could be an awesome pick for the Bengals at #10 overall if he lives up to expectations and is a game-changer in the NFL. But what if the other positions they want to attack get picked over before their second round pick? Jake Liscow and James Rapien navigate that scenario in today's mini-mock draft Monday! Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub Join the Locked On Bengals Insider Community! https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonbengals Find and follow Locked On Bengals on your favorite podcast platforms: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/locked-on-bengals-daily-podcast-on-the-cincinnati-bengals/id1159723162 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7AObc0lh0WmQl5fJVgtajs Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.c

It's easy to compare Chase Brown to Javonte Williams in the wake of Williams' new deal that could be the framework for the Bengals and Brown in extension talks. Jake Liscow and James Rapien break down the similarities and differences between Brown and Williams, and discuss whether the Bengals should really be allocating resources to the running back position. Plus, we want to throw our support behind Bengals legend Willie Anderson and encourage you to do the same! Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub Join the Locked On Bengals Insider Community! https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonbengals Find and follow Locked On Bengals on your favorite podcast platforms: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/locked-on-bengals-daily-po

Cincinnati Bengals star defensive end Trey Hendrickson is going to get PAID. Jake Liscow and James Rapien react to the latest contract projections for Hendrickson, what it means for the Bengals and how they should approach the possibility of using the franchise tag on the star pass rusher. Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub Join the Locked On Bengals Insider Community! https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonbengals Find and follow Locked On Bengals on your favorite podcast platforms: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/locked-on-bengals-daily-podcast-on-the-cincinnati-bengals/id1159723162 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7AObc0lh0WmQl5fJVgtajs Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5tZ

If Minkah Fitzpatrick is available for a trade, should the Bengals be interested? He's still good, so Jake Liscow and James Rapien say that if the price is right, Cincinnati should be IN! The guys discuss what the trade for Fitzpatrick would cost, how his versatility and experience would fit on defense, and why a hypothetical trade shouldn't preclude drafting Caleb Downs. Plus, we examine a few potentially available players with links to the defensive staff, including Kenny Clark, Rashan Gary, Demario Davis, and Kaden Ellis. Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub Join the Locked On Bengals Insider Community! https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonbengals Find and follow Locked On Bengals on your favorite podcast platforms: Apple Podcasts: ht

Even though the Bengals need a major restructuring on defense, it may be very hard to pass up drafting Jeremiyah Love at No. 10 if he's still on the board.  Alex Frank and Coach Art Valero discuss how the Bengals could ABSOLUTELY benefit by drafting Jeremiyah Love in the first round, and how it could take Joe Burrow and the Bengals' offense to another level.  Who is the best defensive player in the NFL Draft? Is it Caleb Downs or Rueben Bain Jr.? Alex and Coach debate that question and what should be a bigger priority for the Bengals' defense.  If the Bengals don't find a trade partner for Trey Hendrickson, is it okay if he walks in free agency and the Bengals get nothing for him?  Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!  TurboTax For a limited time, you can have your taxes done by a local TurboTax expert for just $150 — all in, if a TurboTax expert didn’t file for you last year. Just file by February 28. Visit http://TurboTax.com/local to book your appointment today.  FanDuel Use your Profit Boost on an NBA f

Al Golden made some big changes to simplify and transform the Bengals' approach in defense in the second half of the 2025 season, and a lot of that is exemplified in Demetrius Knight's changing role, blitzing more, and playing more man coverage. Jake Liscow and James Rapien are joined by Cody Alexander (@the_coach_a, MatchQuarters.com) to discuss his breakdown of how Golden's defense evolved, improved, and what that means for Cincinnati's quest for more defensive talent in 2026.Everydayer ClubIf you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans.Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclubJoin the Locked On Bengals Insider Community! https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonbengalsFind and follow Locked On Bengals on your favorite podcast platforms:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/locked-on-bengals-

Jalen Davis is back with the Cincinnati Bengals. His return is more significant than some fans realize. James Rapien and Jake Liscow break down why Davis’ return is important for the Bengals’ secondary, how he fits into Al Golden's defense, and what this move says about the team’s depth heading into 2026. They also discuss how Davis fits with Dax Hill, DJ Turner II, his leadership and more!Everydayer ClubIf you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans.Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclubJoin the Locked On Bengals Insider Community! https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonbengalsFind and follow Locked On Bengals on your favorite podcast platforms:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/locked-on-bengals-daily-podcast-on-the-cincinnati-bengals/id1159723162Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show

If Arvell Reese or Rueben Bain are available for the Bengals at pick #10, you might be doing backflips on your way to the podium. But Sonny Styles is also a great defensive prospect that should be in consideration for Cincinnati's first round pick. Jake Liscow and James Rapien are joined by Mike Santagata to break down 3 more defensive prospects who could be in consideration for Al Golden's defense in the 2026 NFL Draft, including how Reese, Bain, or Styles would fit the Bengals' scheme and make a much needed impact on defense.Everydayer ClubIf you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans.Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclubJoin the Locked On Bengals Insider Community! https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonbengalsFind and follow Locked On Bengals on your favorite podcast platforms:Apple Podcasts: https: