Cincinnati Enquirer Bengals Beat Podcast (#BBP)

Coming to you from the Combine in Indianapolis, Enquirer Bengals beat writers Fletcher Page and Paul Dehner tackle an interesting week for the club in Indy as a report sent them into emphatic denials about the future of John Ross. Plus, hear from Duke Tobin, Brian Callahan and Jim Turner as we analyze interesting things said about the linebackers, offensive line and tight ends that will have an effect in free agency.

In an emergency reaction to the Bengals finally landing a defensive coordinator, we discuss what we learned about former NY Giants defensive backs coach Lou Anarumo. Also, hear from Zac Taylor about the process and his opinion on how this all went down. Plus a long sitdown with Anarumo about everything confronting him as he is introduced to the local media.

Enquirer Bengals beat writers Paul Dehner Jr. and Fletcher Page dive deeper into the logistics of the never-ending search for a defensive coordinator. We ask the question: Where is the hurting the most and how much will it matter? Then we dive into the personnel moves we suggest this offseason with the Combine right around the corner.

Enquirer and Cincinnati.com Bengals beat writers Paul Dehner Jr. and Fletcher Page discuss the additions to Zac Taylor's staff that have set off a storm of opinions, including offensive line coach Jim Turner. Hear from Taylor on Turner and from offensive coordinator Brian Callahan on his new role with the team. Plus, we answer your questions about Vontaze Burfict, free agency aggression and Wikipedia entries.

Enquirer Bengals beat writers Paul Dehner Jr. and Fletcher Page discuss the primary takeaways from the official introduction of Zac Taylor as the new coach of the Bengals. We run down what we know about his staff and issues with the acquisition process going forward. Plus, discussing his take on Andy Dalton and two very interesting comments made by Mike Brown. Hear 15 minutes directly with Taylor, also. And we rant about our dislike of Comic Sans.

Enquirer Bengals beat writers Paul Dehner Jr. and Fletcher Page check in and offer up 15 minutes of the conversation with the current Rams quarterbacks coach Zac Taylor from the Super Bowl in Atlanta. Hear from him, as well as what was said by A.J. Green, Anthony Munoz and Boomer Esiason about the state of the club.

Enquirer Bengals beat writer Fletcher Page checks in from Mobile, Alabama where Jon Gruden committed Bengals news. Talking about the expected future offensive coordinator Brian Callahan, what's next for the Bengals and Taylor and we drop the unedited 16-minutes interview with Duke Tobin on you.

Bengals Beat Podcast dives into the team's decision to go with Rams quarterbacks coach Zac Taylor and what could be next for his coordinators. Plus, hear from two coaches who worked closely with him at the University of Cincinnati on how he connected there. Also, MMQB's Andy Benoit talks about the story he wrote in December about Zac and Press Taylor being "coaching's next big thing." And we take questions before Kanye demands a dome.

Looking into the news that LA Rams QB coach Zac Taylor has surfaced as who the Bengals want for their head coach position.

Enquirer and Cincinnati.com Bengals beat writers Paul Dehner Jr. and Fletcher Page take you inside the team's search for a new head coach. We run through the candidates, interviews, who is in the room, The Hue Factor and where we think this lands. Plus, looking at where Marvin Lewis could land, the wild world of the AFC North and many other topics from the bunker of the search.

Enquirer Bengals beat writers Paul Dehner Jr. and Fletcher Page discuss the day many fans thought would never come. The Bengals part ways with head coach Marvin Lewis. Hear Lewis' final press conference, behind the scenes of his final days, looking forward to coaching candidates, talking about Hue Jackson's shot at the job and the incredible crossroads the organization finds itself in.

Bengals beat writers Fletcher Page and Paul Dehner Jr., along with visual journalist Kareem Elgazzar at the wheel, drive home from Cleveland. Topics range from the never-ending speculation over Marvin Lewis' future, Vontaze Burfict's potential final disrespectful act, the Browns' ballin' on the Bengals and late-night road-trip weirdness.

Enquirer Bengals beat writers Paul Dehner Jr. and Fletcher Page answer questions about potential coaching candidates, John Ross, quarterback, tight end future, cap casualties, Hue Jackson, Pro Bowl and our favorite condiments and Christmas movies.

Enquirer Bengals beat writers Paul Dehner Jr. and Fletcher Page discuss the team being eliminated from the playoffs despite beating the Raiders and the construction of the roster going forward.

Cincinnati.com Bengals beat writers Paul Dehner Jr. and Fletcher Page are joined by a prestigious media roundtable of Kat Terrell of ESPN, Richard Skinner of Local 12 and Jay Morrison of The Athletic to dive into what it's like covering the latest edition of Marvin Lewis' potential final days. We talk about the criticism of asking the "tough questions," who the core of this team should be going forward, Andy Dalton and our on the record opinion of if Marvin Lewis stays or goes or if Hue Jackson takes over. Enjoy.

Cincinnati Enquirer Bengals beat writers Paul Dehner Jr. and Fletcher Page discuss a week where the fans might make a statement about how they feel as the team reaches out to them to take their temperature. Plus, the Browns in the AFC North, engaging the Westerman Hive with Pro Football Focus and taking a look at the draft order. Finally, we take Christmas questions and push the #BoycottPecans movement.

Driving out of Carson, California are Enquirer photographer Kareem Elgazzar and beat writers Paul Dehner Jr. and Fletcher Page. They discuss a string of positives in the Bengals loss before diving into a series of mistakes that continue to happen to this team.

Enquirer Bengals beat writers Paul Dehner Jr. and Fletcher Page work through any validity to national reports about Marvin Lewis, wonder if the Bengals have potential to be the new Rams and predict what will go down on Sunday in LA. Plus, Optimistic Bobby joins with optimistic thoughts about marketing the Bengals.

Enquirer Bengals beat writers Paul Dehner Jr. and Fletcher Page discuss what the Packers firing Mike McCarthy looked like and the obvious reaction of Bengals fans to the news. Marvin Lewis takes a first bite out of job security questions and Bill Lazor discusses the Mixon situation and other boxes that went unchecked.

Enquirer Bengals beat writers Paul Dehner Jr. and Fletcher Page discuss the latest circling of the drain by the Bengals and how Marvin Lewis could survive this.

Enquirer Bengals beat writers Paul Dehner Jr. and Fletcher Page run through the news at Paul Brown Stadium as two more players go on injured reserve. Then, hear from A.J. Green on loyalty to the Bengals and Joe Mixon on wanting to see the rest of his teammates play hard no matter what. Then predictions for Sunday's game against Denver.

Enquirer beat writers Paul Dehner Jr. and Fletcher Page debate if there is any legitimacy to the injury excuse, what the means for Marvin Lewis and the need for a therapeutic BBP. Plus, great stuff from Pro Football Focus and Andy Benoit of the MMQB.

Enquirer Bengals beat writers Paul Dehner Jr. and Fletcher Page on the debacle at the hands of the Browns, a drunk man running the field after the game, what to expect from #MarvWatch and a salute to Bengals Twitter while walking out of Paul Brown Stadium.

Enquirer Bengals beat writers Paul Dehner Jr. and Fletcher Page run down the list of issues that come to the forefront as the Bengals prep for Cleveland. Hearing from Marvin Lewis on Auden Tate and Bill Lazor on rising nerves. Plus, Pro Football Focus with some uncomfortable stats on the defense and Optimistic Bobby keeps hope alive. Finally, we continue to play out the Jurassic Park analogy with this season and pass out another challenge to the listeners.

Team Enquirer Paul Dehner Jr., Fletcher Page and Kareem Elgazzar break down the brutal loss the Bengals took in Baltimore, 24-21. They talk about wildlife in the pregame, "encouragement" on defense, throwing the ball to Cody Core and multiple rants.

The BBP2 dives into the shocking deal the club made in order to push the music venue deal through that included multiple lease concessions. Plus, we talk about the unpredictability of Sunday's game against the Ravens and role Hue Jackson will play Sunday. Then Pro Football Focus offers analytics and Adolphus Washington takes the Hot Seat with Doc on Beyond The Stripes.

Enquirer Bengals beat writers Fletcher Page and Paul Dehner Jr. react to one of the busier days at Paul Brown Stadium in recent memory. Marvin Lewis relieves Teryl Austin of his duties, takes over as DC and it appears will be re-joined by old friend Hue Jackson. Plenty to dive into and more on this emergency BBP.

Enquirer Bengals beat writers Paul Dehner Jr. and Fletcher Page discuss the latest embarrassing loss for the Bengals in their 51-14 home defeat against the Saints. We discuss if the team could make a move on their defensive coordinator and other storylines from an ugly day at Paul Brown Stadium.

Enquirer Bengals beat writers Paul Dehner Jr. and Fletcher Page run through the historical perspective and uphill battle of how banged up the Bengals have been. Plus, taking a look at how they might try to stop Drew Brees and the Saints and differing views on how Sunday will go. Plus, plenty of reasons to hassle Fletcher on Twitter.

Enquirer Bengals beat writers Paul Dehner Jr. and Fletcher Page look at the fallout from A.J. Green's toe injury and how offensive Bill Lazor could approach filling in the gap. Plus, taking a look at the big picture of the AFC playoff race and one game standing out above the rest. Hear from Bengals tight end C.J. Uzomah and Austin Gayle from Pro Football Focus.

Enquirer Bengals beat writers Fletcher Page and Paul Dehner Jr. talk about the pros and cons of potentially welcoming Hue Jackson back to the club in some capacity. Also, hear from Teryl Austin as we discuss what makes this defensive situation is like Jurassic Park. Finally, we debate our picks for mid-year awards including MVP and most disappointing.

Enquirer Bengals beat writers Paul Dehner Jr. and Fletcher Page react to the 37-34 victory against the Bucs on Sunday. We ask if this defense is salvageable and some of the insane stats from the land of defensive ineptitude.

Enquirer Bengals beat writers Paul Dehner Jr. and Fletcher Page look at what wasn't said about Vontaze Burfict this week, running through the injuries and predicting the Bengals game against Tampa Bay. Plus, inside the numbers with Pro Football Focus and Carl Lawson talking atomic butt crushers from Beyond The Stripes.

Enquirer Bengals beat writers Fletcher Page and Paul Dehner Jr. run through some of the troubling trends with the Bengals offense, how players have reacted to Sunday's shellacking and possible trade options at tight end. Plus, three questions with storytime from Fletcher.

Enquirer Bengals squad Paul Dehner Jr., Fletcher Page and photographer Sam Greene walk clear across the Kansas City sports complex outside Arrowhead Stadium following the Bengals getting crushed by the Kansas City Chiefs on Sunday Night Football. We offer up reaction heard from the locker room, what would make this year a success and what went wrong with the defense.

Enquirer Bengals beat writers Fletcher Page and Paul Dehner Jr. discuss the litany of injuries to the Bengals, how the heck they could pull off an upset against the Chiefs and offer predcitions. Plus, hear from Optimistic Bobby and then a 20-minute conversation with Sunday Night Football and legendary play-by-play man Al Michaels. He discusses working with Cris Collinsworth, his Cincinnati roots and many other anecdotes from his illustrious career.

Enquirer Bengals beat writers Paul Dehner Jr. and Fletcher Page discuss moving on from Sunday's loss to the Steelers, but not before diving into the rationale behind a few key decisions in Sunday's game. Notably, hear from defensive coordinator Teryl Austin and head coach Marvin Lewis on the fateful final plays of loss to Pittsburgh. Also, discussion over the Vontaze Burfict sideshow and hear his latest altercation with a media member. Then diving into the numbers with Pro Football Focus, a case of the optimism and important discussion about rib eating.

Cincinnati.com Bengals beat writers Paul Dehner Jr. and Fletcher Page on the win that left you feeling like so many that came before it and debating a whole lot of questionable stuff that went down, including the game-winning touchdown pass to Antonio Brown.

Enquirer Bengals beat writers Paul Dehner Jr. and Fletcher Page discuss what to expect from Vontaze Burfict and JuJu Smith-Schuster a year after their incident at PBS. Hear from cornerback Darqueze Dennard. Plus, Fletcher and Paul profess complete disdain with themselves in their predictions and hear from C.J. Uzomah's turn in the Beyond The Stripes car wash.

Enquirer Bengals beat writers Paul Dehner Jr. and Fletcher Page discuss the opportunities in front of the team to slay historic dragons over the next two weeks. That starts with a gut check of getting over their Steelers Problem and analyzing if the defense has actually turned a corner after beating Miami. Hear from defensive coordinator Teryl Austin on that topic. Plus, hear from Pro Football Focus' Austin Gayle on a few areas of concern with the club. Also, the fallout of the team moving into primetime, your three questions turns into more than that and the importance of cat heads.

Enquirer Bengals beat writers Paul Dehner Jr. and Fletcher Page discuss the team's win against Miami while walking out of Paul Brown Stadium as the club moves into sole possession of first place in moving to 4-1.

Enquirer Bengals beat writers Paul Dehner Jr. and Fletcher Page offer a preview of Sunday's game against the Dolphins and predict the outcome. Plus, we analyze how Vontaze Burfict looks upon his return to the team, injury news with Joe Mixon and Billy Price, plus, hear from special teams coordinator Darrin Simmons on a game-changing development for this team. Finally, Preston Brown joins us to talk Burfict, struggling defense and all things hometown hero from Beyond The Stripes.

Enquirer Bengals beat writers Paul Dehner Jr. and Fletcher Page discuss the seemingly wide gap between 3-1 and 2-2. Plus, they run through the real impact and potential pitfalls of a return. Plus, diving into the numbers with Pro Football Focus.

Enquirer Bengals beat writers Paul Dehner Jr. and Fletcher Page walk through the streets of downtown Atlanta and react to what felt like a bigger win than just one game against the Falcons.

Enquirer Bengals beat writers Paul Dehner Jr. and Fletcher Page explore the club's important win in Atlanta and what we learned from the victory.

Enquirer Bengals beat writers Paul Dehner Jr. and Fletcher Page run through what to expect and predictions for Sunday when the Bengals (2-1) travel to take on the Falcons (1-2). Hear from defensive end Carl Lawson on how he handles his lack of sacks amid a host of pressures. Also, Optimistic Bobby joins to discuss the possibility of a Bengals playoff drought fridge and Tyler Eifert talks mullets and more from Beyond the Stripes this week.

Enquirer Bengals beat writers Paul Dehner Jr. and Fletcher Page recap an interesting couple days where Marvin Lewis offered up a tense press conference and everyone discussed the fallout from John Ross' lack of effort on interceptions. Plus, hear from Marvin Lewis and defensive coordinator Teryl Austin. And then Austin Gayle from Pro Football Focus, three questions and the idea for podcast offshoots to teach Cincinnati lessons to Fletcher.

Enquirer Bengals beat writers Paul Dehner Jr., Fletcher Page and photographer Kareem Elgazzar react to the Bengals' loss to Carolina on the drive to the hotel from Bank of America Stadium.

In the BBP2, Enquirer Bengals beat writer Paul Dehner Jr. is joined by his new partner on the beat Fletcher Page. On top of a getting-to-know-you session, they roll through a newsy week at Paul Brown Stadium, including a host of injury updates. After that, they offer predictions for Sunday's game at the Carolina Panthers and discuss a life surrounded by acronyms. Plus, hear from Giovani Bernard, who was our guest on Beyond the Stripes this week, talking about his role taking over for Joe Mixon and plans for his wedding in Italy next year.

Enquirer Bengals beat writer Paul Dehner Jr. sits down with visual journalist Kareem Elgazzar to discuss how the Bengals go forward for a few weeks without Joe Mixon and the view from atop the AFC North. Hear from offensive coordinator Bill Lazor, Pro Football Focus and three questions for Kareem on life as a photographer on game day.