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Cincinnati Bengals head coach Zac Taylor's future has been in question this season. Taylor signed a 5-year extension after leading the team to Super Bowl LVI, leaving many to believe his final year would be in 2026 without an extension. According to Paul Dehner Jr. of The Athletic, Taylor is under contract for the next TWO seasons. James Rapien breaks down how Taylor's true tenure was overlooked and what it means for the Bengals in 2026 and beyond... PRESENTED BY SLEEPER: Use promo code BENGALSTALK on Sleeper and get 100% match up to $100! https://sleeper.com/promo/BENGALSTALK. Terms and conditions apply. #sleeper

The Cincinnati Bengals are officially eliminated from playoff contention, and the time has come for some hard conversations... With Joe Burrow and Ja’Marr Chase in their prime, missing the playoffs for a third straight year is unacceptable. James Rapien breaks down the one simple question Mike Brown must ask when evaluating Zac Taylor, Duke Tobin, and the entire Bengals leadership team: Do they give the Bengals the BEST chance to win a Super Bowl? Joe Burrow publicly backed the coaching staff and front office after the loss, but Ja’Marr Chase’s comments painted a more complicated picture...

Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase and defensive end Myles Murphy each took time to share their thoughts immediately following a 24-0 loss to the Baltimore Ravens. Chase reflects on the offense being out of sync for the entire game, uncharacteristic drops, Joe Burrow's mindset and more. Myles Murphy discusses the defense's mindset and his goals for the remainder of the season, despite being out of playoff contention. Murphy finished Sunday's game with two sacks, three quarterback hits and two tackles-for-loss. The Bengals head to Miami to play the Dolphins on Sunday, Dec. 21 at 1 p.m. ET. 00:00 Ja'Marr Chase 04:58 Myles Murphy

The Cincinnati Bengals were shut out for the first time in the Joe Burrow era, falling 24-0 to the Baltimore Ravens and officially being eliminated from playoff contention. James Rapien and Elise Jesse break down what went wrong, and what Joe Burrow said about his performance following the game. PRESENTED BY SLEEPER: Use promo code BENGALSTALK on Sleeper and get 100% match up to $100! https://sleeper.com/promo/BENGALSTALK. Terms and conditions apply. #sleeper

The Cincinnati Bengals lost 24-0 on Sunday at Paycor Stadium. They needed the win to stay in the AFC North mix. It's the first time Burrow has been shutout in his NFL career. Burrow shares his thoughts following the game, including whether or not he hopes to play the remaining three games of the regular season. Zac Taylor discusses what went wrong against Baltimore, and what he's hoping to see moving forward despite being eliminated from playoff contention.

The Cincinnati Bengals are gearing up for another AFC North battle, but they’ll be doing it without two major pieces. James Rapien breaks down the latest injury news on Shemar Stewart and Tee Higgins, why Stewart’s absence hurts the Bengals long-term, and what Cincinnati must do to beat the Ravens on Sunday. Plus, James covers Joe Burrow’s mindset in the cold, Ja’Marr Chase’s chance for a bounce-back performance, and how the Bengals can keep their slim playoff hopes alive with a win at home. Can Cincinnati really sweep Lamar Jackson and the Ravens? Check out our full preview, keys to the game, and a final score prediction.

Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase discusses the narrative surrounding Joe Burrow, after many outlets question whether or not Burrow is taking the Carson Palmer path to retirement. Plus, Ja'Marr shares his thoughts on Tee Higgins' health, their mindset going into Sunday's game against the Baltimore Ravens and so much more!

Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow made comments during Wednesday's press conference that sparked a lot of speculation — everything from “Burrow wants out” to “he’s the next Andrew Luck.” James Rapien breaks down exactly what Joe said, why his tone was different, and why the online chatter has gone way too far. Burrow fought through his toe injury, returned weeks ahead of schedule, and is still dealing with the reality that the Bengals’ playoff hopes are barely alive. But does that mean he’s quitting? Retiring? Losing the fire? Absolutely not — and James explains why. SUPPORT OUR LOCAL SPONSORS: RivertownInkery.com - Your Vintage Style, Made Easy. Shop for Cincy gear online or at any of their Cincinnati-area locations.

The pressure is mounting on Zac Taylor as the Cincinnati Bengals fall to 4–9 — and today we got new comments from Taylor on the adversity he and the team have faced during the 2025 season. James Rapien breaks down the latest from Paycor Stadium along with major injury updates on Shemar Stewart, Tee Higgins, and more. Your Holiday wardrobe awaits! Get 20% off @chubbies with the code JAMES at https://www.chubbiesshorts.com/JAMES #chubbiespod

Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow gave candid comments about a frustrating season, his mindset after injury, to what it really takes to have fun playing again. Burrow also broke down his near-perfect performance against Buffalo, the interception he wants back, and what he needs from his teammates in the final four games of the year. Plus, Burrow dives into his Pokémon hobby.

Cincinnati Bengals head coach Zac Taylor gave the latest updates on the team's preparation for their Week 15 matchup vs. the Baltimore Ravens. Taylor discussed Shemar Stewart’s return to practice, Tee Higgins' progress with concussion protocol, and what needs to happen for either player to suit up on Sunday. Taylor breaks down the improvements on the offensive line, including the impressive trajectory of Amarius Mims. Zac also praises cornerback DJ Turner and his role of trailing the opponent’s top receiver each week. Plus, Zac also spoke about handling pressure, the team’s mindset during a difficult season, and what makes the Baltimore Ravens' defense such a challenge.

The Cincinnati Bengals have been frustrating to watch this season - what is the biggest source of frustration so far? James Rapien and Andrew Fox Miller each share their top grievances, and they react to the news of Trey Hendrickson opting for surgery with a six-week recovery timeline. Has Trey played his final snap as a Cincinnati Bengal? Plus, the Bengals waived second-year wide receiver Jermaine Burton. The guys react to the decision to cut Burton and discuss what to make of the team's FanDuel odds in Week 15.

ALL MEMBERS have access because this audio is also available to anyone who follows us on Spotify, Apple Music and Amazon Music. Cincinnati Bengals defensive coordinator Al Golden met with the media to review the defensive performance against the Buffalo Bills and quarterback Josh Allen. Golden broke down the explosive plays the defense allowed, the fourth-down conversions that changed the game, and why the defense struggled to keep Allen contained late. Plus, Golden discusses the positives: Myles Murphy's ascension, DJ Turner's Pro-Bowl level season and more!

Cincinnati Bengals head coach Zac Taylor announced that the team decided to waive former third round pick Jermaine Burton on Monday. Burton was suspended for Cincinnati's Week 14 loss to Buffalo. Taylor also offered not so good injury updates on Tee Higgins and Trey Hendrickson.

The Cincinnati Bengals blew a winnable game against the Bills, and Joe Burrow’s postgame mindset is perhaps even more concerning. Instead of being visibly angry or fired up to fight for the playoffs, Burrow said things like he was “just happy to be out there” and “that’s how the cookie crumbles.” Is Burrow starting to accept the situation? Has the fire dimmed? James Rapien breaks down what Burrow said, why it matters, and how his tone signals a concerning shift. Plus, shocking stats about Zac Taylor's teams after Thursday Night Football... SUPPORT OUR LOCAL SPONSORS: Christian Husky of Sibcy Cline Realtors. Follow @christian.husky or visit www.sibcycline.com/chusky WIN WIN Athletics: Makers of the world’s most innovative flag football equipment. Get yours: at WinWinAthletics.com. PRESENTED BY SLEEPER: Use promo code BENGALSTALK on Sleeper and get 100% match up to $100! https://sleeper.com/promo/BENGALSTALK. Terms and conditions apply. #sleeper