Chatterbox Bengals: A Cincinnati Bengals NFL Podcast

The Cincinnati Bengals approached Day 3 of the 2025 NFL Draft with three picks—Round 4 (No. 119), Round 5 (No. 153), and Round 6 (No. 193)—aiming to address key roster needs while adding depth and potential starters. Their selections focused on bolstering the defense and offensive line, reflecting a strategy to build a tougher, more physical team around quarterback Joe Burrow.

In the fourth round, the Bengals selected Clemson lin...

Demetrius Knight Jr., a standout linebacker for the South Carolina Gamecocks, has carved an inspiring path to the 2025 NFL Draft through resilience, versatility, and leadership. Born on January 4, 2000, in Locust Grove, Georgia, Knight’s journey began at Strong Rock Christian School, where he starred as a dual-threat quarterback, becoming the program’s first Division I athlete by signing with Georgia Tech. His athletic lineage is n...

Shemar Stewart, born November 12, 2003, in Miami, Florida, is a standout American football defensive end whose journey from a high school phenom to a 2025 NFL Draft prospect showcases his exceptional talent and resilience. Raised in Miramar, Florida, by his mother, Latoya Smith, Stewart began playing football at age 12 at Ives Estates Park, initially as an offensive and defensive lineman. His hyper-athletic genes were evident early...

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The Cincinnati Bengals approach the 2025 NFL Draft with the 17th overall pick and six total selections, aiming to address critical roster gaps, particularly on defense, while bolstering offensive support for quarterback Joe Burrow. After a 9-8 season and missing the playoffs, the Bengals, under head coach Zac T...

Craig and Elliot provide INSTANT reaction to the news from late Sunday night that Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins both signed contract extensions. The guys breakdown the contract details, the report that Chase would not sign without Higgins, debate who deserves credit for the extensions, the contracts vs the current NFL market, where the Bengals stand in the NFL and much more!

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Joe Burrow took a Media Tour today ahead of the Super Bowl, with stops on FS1's Breakfast Bal, ESPN's First Take, Up and Adams with Kay Adams, and The Dan Patrick Show, to continue pushing his offseason agenda: THE BENGALS MUST KEEP THE CORE INTACT

Jacob Tissot and Craig Sandlin break it all down.

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Joe Burrow on FS1's Breakfast Ball: On if he has faith Bengals ownership will be willing to spend and get all these deals do...

Trey Hendrickson spoke about his future in Cincinnati and much more on The Pat McAfee Show today ahead of a crucial Bengals offseason, and Jacob Tissot and Craig Sandlin are here to break it all down. 

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"I would have preferred to hear about (Duke Tobin's comments) differently than my dad texting me a tweet. Obviously the table is being set, I love to play football and I love for my play to do the talking" ~ Trey Hendrickso...

The Cincinnati Bengals have reportedly hired Al Golden as their new defensive coordinator, a move that could signal a significant shift in their defensive strategy and philosophy.

Golden, who has been the defensive coordinator at Notre Dame since 2022, has built a reputation for creating robust, disciplined defenses, which is exactly what the Bengals need after a lackluster defensive performance in the 2024 season. Golden's tenure ...

Jacob Tissot is joined by Reid Maus for the regular season finale of Chatterbox Bengals, recapping the Bengals 19-17 victory over the Pittsburgh Steelers on the road.

The Bengals ended their season 9-8, good enough for the 17th overall pick in the draft. Joe Burrow was the league-leader in passing yards and touchdowns, and finished third in QBR. Ja'Marr Chase secured the Triple Crown, leading the league in receptions, yards, and ...

Jacob Tissot and Craig Sandlin breakdown the Bengals' somewhat surprise firings of DC Lou Anarumo, DL coach Marion Hobby, LB coach James Bettcher, and OL coach Frank Pollack less than 24 hours after being eliminated from playoff contention.

The most disappointing seasons in this organization's history falls on the shoulders of one of  the worst defenses we've ever seen, and Anarumo was ultimately fired because of it. With one of ...

Jacob Tissot and Craig Sandlin breakdown a Bengals win in Pittsburgh, and talk about what's to come. The regular season finale went Cincinnati's way, beating the Steelers at their place 19-17.

Ja'Marr Chase finished with 10 catches for 96 yards and his 17th touchdown of the season, which put him in another exclusive club as well as set him up nicely for the 5th Receiving Triple Crown in NFL history.

Trey Hendrickson extended hi...

Happy New Year from Chatterbox Bengals! Thank you for all of the support in 2024, we are excited for what 2025 has in store!

Jacob Tissot and Craig Sandlin break down the key plays from the Cincinnati Bengals thrilling overtime win over the Denver Broncos , keeping their playoff hopes alive.

Joe Burrow was masterful, Tee Higgins proved he's a need, and Ja'Marr Chase extended his triple crown lead.

The Bengals need to beat the S...

Joe Burrow does it AGAIN! JaMarr Chase is the best reciever in the league! Tee Higgins might be the next best reciever in the league! Mike Gesicki tight end 1? Germaine Pratt with another crucial interception when the game is on the line and the offense escapes Zac Taylor's atrocious coaching! 

A MASSIVE 30-24 win in overtime against Bo Nix, Sean Payton and the Broncos keeps the Bengals hopes alive! 

Joe Burrow extended his str...

Merry Christmas from Chatterbox Bengals! Jacob Tissot and Craig Sandlin come to you on Christmas Eve to recap the Bengals THIRD win in a row, a 24-6 victory over the Browns. 

Ja'Marr Chase was right, Joe Burrow might actually be Houdini, Mike Hilton is the best blitzer in the league, and Geno Stone thinks Geno Stone is a Pro-Bowler!

Also a preview of the Week 17 matchup with the Denver Broncos including a matchup between the best W...

Joe Burrow heroics, Ja'Marr Chase deep ball, and another Geno Stone INT was enough for the Cincinnati Bengals to move to 6-8 on the season. A 24-6 win over the Cleveland Browns after a late touchdown pushed the Bengals over the 20 point mark for the 13th time this season.

Joe Burrow extended his streak of 250+ passing yards and 3+ touchdowns to an NFL Record 7 games.

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Jacob Tissot and Craig Sandlin discuss the Bengals keys to victory this weekend against Cleveland. A lengthy injury report rom both sides included Tee Higgins, Myles Garrett, and Kris Jenkins. Joe Burrow has struggled against the Browns in his career, but will have to turn that around on Sunday for the Bengals to stay alive.

Los Angeles Chargers vs Denver Broncos Thursday Night Football with MAJOR Bengals Playoff implications

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Both Will Levis and Joe Burrow turns the ball over three times, but Burrow threw for three touchdowns as the Bengals beat the Titans 37-27 in Nashville. Tee Higgins bounced back with 5 catches for 88 yards and a touchdown, while Ja'Marr Chase bolstered his triple crown lead with 9 catches for 94 yards.

The game combined for 10 turnovers and 26 penalties for 223 yards, the only game with such marks since 2000. Following such a slo...