Rule the Jungle podcast: A Cincinnati Bengals Podcast

Rule the Jungle podcast: A Cincinnati Bengals Podcast

We discuss everything Cincinnati Bengals this podcast is for Bengals fans by Bengals fans we will discuss a plethora of topics from Bengals news, keys to victory plus interviews and share our honest thoughts on our Cincinnati Bengals so strap up for what is to be a enjoyable season and we can’t wait to see you all there

Episodes

November 27, 2025 85 mins
The holiday may be about gratitude, but the Cincinnati Bengals head into Baltimore with nothing but urgency. In this special Thanksgiving pregame edition of Rule the Jungle, Anthony and Will break down a massive AFC North clash that could determine whether the Bengals still have a pulse heading into December. From Baltimore’s suffocating defense to Cincinnati’s sputtering offense, the guys dive into the matchups, pressure points, ...
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The spiral continues. In this sobering postgame breakdown, Anthony and Will dissect the Cincinnati Bengals’ latest setback — a deflating loss to the New England Patriots that sends the team crashing to 3–8 and deeper into the AFC North basement. From offensive stagnation to defensive miscues, the guys examine every painful turning point that defined this matchup. Why is this team still struggling to find identity? What’s behind th...
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The Bengals are stumbling, the fanbase is frustrated, and the clock is ticking on Cincinnati’s hopes of salvaging the season. In this pregame episode, Anthony and Will dive headfirst into the chaos as the Bengals head to Foxborough searching for answers, identity, and—most importantly—a win. We break down the mounting issues holding this team back: inconsistent coaching, a stagnant offense, turnovers that keep piling up, and a loc...
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The walls are shaking inside the Jungle, and the questions can no longer be ignored. In this explosive episode of Rule the Jungle, Anthony and Will dive headfirst into the hottest debate in Cincinnati: Has the Zac Taylor era run its course, and is it time for a full organizational reset—from the coaching staff all the way up to Duke Tobin? With the Bengals stumbling through another season of underachievement, lingering injuries, q...
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Anthony Anderson and Will Appleton break down a brutal Bengals loss to Pittsburgh, examining costly turnovers, inconsistent offensive play, and a defense that has failed to meet expectations. They discuss the impact of injuries, roster choices, and whether the team should consider major changes in coaching and the front office. The hosts also address the on-field altercation between Ja'Marr Chase and Jalen Ramsey, the video evidenc...
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The fire of the AFC North rivalry is burning again as the Bengals get set for a showdown with the Pittsburgh Steelers. In this pregame episode, Anthony, Will, and Coach Brent break down the matchups that matter, the adjustments Cincinnati must make, and the keys to surviving — and thriving — in a hostile, hard-hitting divisional fight. From offensive strategy and defensive pressure points to injury notes and the emotional edge of ...
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Hosts Anthony Anderson and Will Appleton dive into the controversy around Joe Burrow's newly opened 21-day return window, debating whether the Bengals should play him now or rest him for draft positioning while national media and fans weigh in.

The episode also covers Cincinnati's defensive struggles, roster and draft implications, playoff outlook, and candid opinions from the hosts on team decisions and fan reactions.

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Anthony and Will react to Joe Burrow being cleared for limited practice and the talk about his potential Thanksgiving return, while debunking national trade rumors and outlining the crucial upcoming games.

The hosts also discuss persistent Bengals issues — a struggling defense, draft and player-development concerns, and coaching accountability — and urge fans to stay engaged as the team fights to salvage the season.

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The bye week has arrived, and it’s time to face the mirror. In this midseason special, Anthony and Will take a hard look at where the Cincinnati Bengals truly stand after a rollercoaster first half of the season. From the early offensive woes and injury setbacks to flashes of resilience and renewed chemistry, the guys break down what’s worked, what’s failed, and what absolutely has to change heading into the home stretch. They’ll ...
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In this exclusive Rule the Jungle sit-down, Anthony and Will welcome a true Bengals legend — former Running Backs Coach Jim Anderson, the architect behind some of Cincinnati’s most dominant ground games. From coaching icons like Corey Dillon, Rudi Johnson, and Cedric Benson, to shaping the work ethic and mindset that defined an era of toughness, Anderson opens up about his decades in the Jungle and the evolution of the running back...
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The Jungle took another hit as the Bengals were mauled by the Chicago Bears in a game that left fans searching for answers. Anthony and Will break down another frustrating chapter in a season full of missed opportunities and mounting questions. From offensive inconsistency to defensive breakdowns and coaching decisions that continue to haunt this team, nothing is off-limits. The guys dive into what went wrong in all three phases, ...
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This week on Rule the Jungle, Anthony and Will are locked in for a full-scale Jungle Hunt as the Bengals prepare to storm into the Windy City and take on the storied Chicago Bears — the original Monsters of the Midway. With Cincinnati fighting to claw back momentum, the guys break down every key matchup that’ll define this battle between predators — from Joe Burrow’s chemistry with his receivers to the trenches where the game will ...
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The Cincinnati Bengals sit at 3–5 — a record that reflects more than just a few bad Sundays. In this hard-hitting episode, Anthony and Will dig deep into how the Bengals got here: the missteps in recent drafts, the frustrating trend of homegrown talent walking out the door, and a roster that suddenly feels thinner than it should for a supposed contender. From missed opportunities in player development to the challenges of maintain...
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After another stormy Sunday, the Cincinnati Bengals find themselves flying through turbulence — and the fanbase is feeling every bit of the shake. In this episode, Anthony breaks down the fallout from the Bengals’ clash with the New York Jets, dissecting what went wrong, what (if anything) went right, and where this team truly stands heading into the back half of the season. From the offense’s inconsistency and questionable play-c...
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This pre-game episode of the Rule of the Jungle podcast features hosts Anthony Anderson and Will explaining a minor upload glitch and then previewing the Bengals–Jets matchup. They review injury reports, player availability, and strategic matchups to watch.

Key topics include offensive line and run-game plans, the Jets' defensive front, Chase and Higgins' roles, and trade-deadline implications — a concise, fan-friendly breakdown ah...

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Anthony and Will break down the swirling trade rumors around the Bengals, explaining why Trey Hendrickson is unlikely to be dealt and which players could realistically be moved before the deadline.

They also discuss offensive-line changes, emerging roster decisions, and which impending free agents the team should prioritize re-signing.

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The jungle struck first — and finished the job. In “Blood and Iron: Another Chapter in Bengals–Steelers War,” Anthony and Will break down a wild Thursday night showdown where the Bengals clawed out a 33–31 victory over the rival Steelers in one of the most hard-fought games of the season. From Joe Burrow’s late-game heroics to Ja’Marr Chase’s big-play brilliance and a defense that bent but refused to break, the guys dissect every ...
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The rivalry that defines toughness in the AFC North is back under the bright lights of Thursday Night Football. In “Jungle vs. Steel: Thursday Night Warfare in the AFC North,” Anthony and Will break down every storyline leading into one of the most heated matchups in football — the Cincinnati Bengals versus the Pittsburgh Steelers. From the trenches to the sidelines, the guys dive into the critical battles that will decide this on...
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The Jungle’s been hit by an arctic blast — and not just from the Wisconsin weather. In this chilling postgame episode, Anthony and Will unpack a stunning night at Lambeau Field where the Joe Burrow–less Bengals struggled to find footing, literally and figuratively. With Burrow sidelined by a Grade 3 turf toe injury, the offense spiraled under Jake Browning’s early struggles — forcing Zac Taylor to turn to newly acquired veteran Joe...
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The battle lines are drawn between the Jungle and the Frozen Tundra. In this pregame edition, Anthony breaks down everything you need to know ahead of the Cincinnati Bengals vs. Green Bay Packers showdown. From Joe Burrow’s latest status and how the offense plans to handle the Packers’ aggressive front, to key matchups like Ja’Marr Chase vs. Jaire Alexander and how the Bengals’ defense can freeze out Jordan Love — nothing is left o...
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