Cincinnati Enquirer Bengals Beat Podcast (#bbp)

Enquirer Bengals beat writers Paul Dehner Jr. and Jim Owczarski take a deeper look at the Bengals offense coming off a win in Denver, plus, the fact somebody has to win the sixth seed in the AFC and breakout game of Vontaze Burfict. Hear from Burfict and offensive coordinator Bill Lazor. Plus, power ranking commonly misspelled words and combatting man-spreading.

With Jim Owczarski in Denver on assignment this week, we head over to the Fox19 studios and sit down with sports director Joe Danneman. We talk about the culture in the locker room, his incident with Adam Jones, the future of the franchise and why Marvin Lewis decided to air out John Ross. Plus, Optimistic Bobby on basic math and tracking Jim down in the Rockies to get a prediction.

Enquirer Bengals beat writers Jim Owczarski and Paul Dehner Jr. discuss fallout from the 24-20 Cincinnati loss to the Tennessee Titans while on their way back from Nashville. They look at the traits of losing teams as they move to 3-6, yet another week debating intent of Vontaze Burfict, any semblance of hope and tone of Marvin Lewis. Hear from Josh Shaw, Darqueze Dennard and Vinny Rey. Plus, we power rank Cincinnati highways and trot out a few highlights from the weekend trip.

Enquirer beat writers Jim Owczarski and Paul Dehner Jr. run through the news of the week involving Jake Fisher, Eric Winston, Derron Smith and A.J. Green's suspension. Plus, hear from offensive coordinator Bill Lazor on the search for solutions and we preview the Bengals at Titans. Finally, Optimstic Bobby's rough Sunday and what makes a Bengals fan.

Enquirer Bengals beat writers Paul Dehner Jr. and Jim Owczarski react to the meltdown in Jacksonville with conversations about A.J. Green, playing with passion, calling out teammates and forecasting a season well short of expectation. Hear from A.J. Green, Adam Jones and Brandon LaFell. Plus, Jolly Plumbing jack of all trades player of the week, power ranking Bengals most likely to fight and the pitfalls of truffle oil.

Enquirer Bengals beat writers Jim Owczarski and Paul Dehner Jr. dive behind the scenes of what happened in the botched trade for AJ McCarron between the Bengals and Browns.  Hear from McCarron in his reaction to a wild Tuesday.  Plus, we fear for Andy Dalton's life against Jacksonville, predict Sunday's outcome and discuss #ThatSoJaggy with Optimistic Bobby. 

Enquirer Bengals beat writers Paul Dehner Jr. and Jim Owczarski look at the progression of the offensive line as they struggle in Sunday's victory against the Colts. Also, talking about a potential blueprint to piercing this defense. Hear from guard Clint Boling, receiver A.J. Green and defensive coordinator Paul Guenther. Plus, power rankings of Halloween candy and why Jim may or may not have shown up in your neighborhood as a kid.

Enquirer Bengals beat writers Paul Dehner Jr. and Jim Owczarski look ahead to this week's game against the struggling Colts. They talk about the need for other weapons to emerge, a possible sliver of hope in the run game and Optimistic Bobby looks for drug prescriptions. Hear from running backs coach Kyle Caskey and the Hot Seat with Andy Dalton from Beyond The Stripes.

Enquirer Bengals beat writers Paul Dehner Jr. and Jim Owczarski discuss the problem the Bengals have with the Steelers coming off the latest 29-14 loss, finding another weapon, forgetting Joe Mixon, Vontaze Burfict's intent and Marvin Lewis' seat temperature. Plus, enjoying the road back from Pittsburgh, power ranking of public restroom hand-drying methods and calling out the restaurant community.

Bengals Beat Podcast 2 discusses the vibe around the team this week and if it's conducive to winning in Pittsburgh, plus, the unease with the offensive tackle rotation, Ben Roethlisberger's aging, Optimistic Bobby's search for closure, huge BTS with Andy Dalton, predictions and Carlos Dunlap on the Hot Seat.

Enquirer Bengals beat writers Paul Dehner Jr. and Jim Owczarski take a look at what's on the line in Pittsburgh and why this will be one of the most revealing games of the season for Cincinnati. Also, hear from receiver John Ross on returning to practice. Plus, milk power rankings and big people helping small people.

We call an emergency BBP2 in the bye week to discuss if the Bengals have seen the last of Tyler Eifert as he opts for his second back surgery in 10 months. Also, updating other injuries, hear Optimistic Takes from Optimistic Bobby and Kevin Huber on the Hot Seat with Doc.

Enquirer Bengals beat writers Jim Owczarski and Paul Dehner Jr. assess the new outlook on the 2017 season after the Bengals beat the Buffalo Bills, 20-16, on Sunday.  We discuss the growing confidence and versatility of the defense, an interesting comparison and the offense finding a way to work around its issues.  Hear from defensive end Michael Johnson and offensive coordinator Bill Lazor.  Plus, #ThatsSoJaggy, early Christmas anger and the latest attempt at Geno Speaks.  

Enquirer Bengals beat writers Jim Owczarski and Paul Dehner Jr., discuss the state of the offensive line, the future of Tyler Eifert and John Ross, impact of Carl Lawson and offer predictions ​​​​​​​on Sunday's game against the Bills.  Plus, Optimistic Bobby offers his optimistic takes, hear from Michael Johnson, Hot Seat with William Jackson III and welcoming Bills Mafia. 

Enquirer Bengals beat writers Jim Owczarski and Paul Dehner Jr. are joined by photographer Sam Greene on the road back from Cleveland and the first victory of the season for the Cincinnati Bengals. We discuss what's happening with Andy Dalton and the offense, just how bad the Browns are, the uncertain future of Hue Jackson and Carl Lawson's missing teeth.   Hear from Lawson and receiver Brandon LaFell. Plus, story time of a Bengals player doing Sam a solid, questionable exits and powerful butts. 

Enquirer Bengals beat writers Jim Owczarski and Paul Dehner Jr. consider the consequences should the team lose to the winless Browns this weekend.  Plus, we talk about the chatter surrounding kickers on Wednesday, look into this defense and offer up our Cleveland predictions. Also, hear the line of #OptimisticTakes from #OptimisticBobby and listen to a Hot Seat with Giovani Bernard that he thinks might get him drug tested. 

Bengals beat writers Paul Dehner Jr. and Jim Owczarski discuss the team's loss in Green Bay and if this was progress or more of the same.

Bengals beat writers Paul Dehner Jr. and Jim Owczarski preview Sunday's game against Green Bay with a take on how the defense will fare against Aaron Rodgers and the Packers attack.  Also, thoughts on Marvin Lewis' reaction to firing Ken Zampese. Hear from DL Carlos Dunlap, LB Vinny Rey, DC Paul Guenther and Lewis. Plus, Optimistic Bobby continues his quest for fame and Twitter followers and Carl Lawson joins Doc on the Hot Seat. 

Bengals beat writers Jim Owczarski and Paul Dehner Jr. dive deeper into the changes on offense under new coordinator Bill Lazor. We discuss what it would take to see a change at quarterback and the possibility it could even happen.  Plus, hear from Andy Dalton, AJ McCarron and Joe Mixon. 

Bengals beat writers Jim Owczarski and Paul Dehner Jr. react to the Bengals firing offensive coordinator Ken Zampese and promoting quarterbacks coach Bill Lazor after the team was held without a touchdown for the second straight game to start the season.  Hear from A.J. Green, Bill Lazor, Marvin Lewis and also the Beyond The Stripes Hot Seat with first-round pick John Ross.