In The Trenches with Dave Lapham

In The Trenches with Dave Lapham

Dave Lapham brings his unique view from the worlds of football and broadcasting to his ”In The Trenches” podcast presented by First Star Logistics. Lapham, a 3rd Round selection of the Cincinnati Bengals in the 1974 NFL Draft, spent ten seasons with the Bengals before playing two years for the USFL New Jersey Generals and owner Donald Trump. After his playing career, Lapham became the Bengals color commentator, a position he’s held for over 30-years. Dave uses connections made in sports and broadcasting to bring an exciting and energetic podcast to the masses with ”In The Trenches” presented by First Star Logistics.

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August 20, 2025 22 mins

Step into the trenches with former Cincinnati Bengals offensive lineman and current broadcaster Dave Lapham and Dave Berk as they break down the Bengals' second preseason game, a 31-17 victory over the Washington Commanders. 

In this episode of "In The Trenches with Dave Lapham," presented by First Star Logistics, Lapham provides his expert analysis on the team's performance, individual player standouts, and the pressing issues fac...

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Welcome to "In The Trenches with Dave Lapham," presented by First Star Logistics. 

In this episode, Dave Lapham joins Dave Berk to offer an in-depth preview of the Cincinnati Bengals' second preseason game against the Washington Commanders. They also tackle the pressing issue of the contract stalemate with star defensive end Trey Hendrickson.

The conversation kicks off with a look at the heightened importance of the second preseaso...

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In The Trenches with Dave Lapham, presented by First Star Logistics, dives deep into the heart of Cincinnati Bengals training camp as the team powers through the grueling "dog days" of summer. Legendary Bengals offensive lineman and broadcaster Dave Lapham joins Dave Berk to break down a practice filled with intensity, standout performances, and a scuffle that put the entire team on notice.

As the Bengals gear up for their second p...

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Welcome back to "In The Trenches with Dave Lapham," presented by First Star Logistics! As the Cincinnati Bengals push deeper into their 2025 training camp, the initial excitement gives way to the grueling reality of the NFL grind. Dave Lapham was on hand for the weekend's practices and provides his expert analysis as the team enters what is notoriously known as the "dog days" of training camp.

In this episode, Lapham joins Dave Ber...

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Join Dave Lapham and Dave Berk for an in-depth analysis of the Cincinnati Bengals' 34-27 preseason-opening loss to the Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field. In this episode of "In The Trenches," presented by First Star Logistics, Lapham breaks down the highs and lows of the Bengals' first game action of the 2025 season.

The story of the night was the tale of two quarterbacks for the Bengals. Joe Burrow was in mid-season f...

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Welcome to "In The Trenches with Dave Lapham," presented by First Star Logistics.[1] As the Cincinnati Bengals prepare to kick off their 2025 preseason, legendary Bengals offensive lineman and longtime broadcaster Dave Lapham joins Dave Berk to provide an in-depth preview of the first matchup against the Super Bowl champion Philadelphia Eagles.

This episode is packed with expert analysis on key players, crucial position battles, an...

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What's the secret sauce for a Super Bowl team? It's more than just talent—it's about leadership, chemistry, and a relentless will to win. In this must-watch episode of "In the Trenches," Bengals legend Solomon Wilcots joins Dave Lapham to deliver a masterclass on what makes the current Cincinnati Bengals so formidable.

 

Drawing from his own Super Bowl experience, Wilcots breaks down the critical importance of locker room culture, ...

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Dave Lapham and First Star Logistics bring you the latest from Cincinnati Bengals training camp. The team is focused on getting ready for the 2025 NFL season. There's a lot of buzz surrounding the team as they prep for their first preseason game on Thursday night against the Eagles.

After Saturday night's Paycor practice and then Sunday's return to the practice fields, Lap talks about the latest injury news surrounding tight end Mi...

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Dave Lapham caught up with Dave Berk following a wild day of news surrounding the Cincinnati Bengals for the seventh training camp report on In The Trenches with Dave Lapham, presented by First Star Logistics.

The big news of the day (Recorded Before Official Bengals Release) was that former first-round draft pick Noah Fant was getting ready to sign a contract to wear stripes and give Joe Burrow another major weapon.

Lap talks abou...

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The Cincinnati Bengals have finished their sixth training camp practice as they continue work towards the 2025 NFL season. In The Trenches with Dave Lapham, presented by First Star Logistics, was on hand for all the action and discusses the return of star defensive end Trey Hendrickson to the active roster, which required the Bengals to release running back Zack Moss, and the move of bringing undrafted free agent center Seth McLaug...

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What does it take to build and call plays for one of the NFL's most explosive offenses? Go behind the scenes with Cincinnati Bengals Offensive Coordinator Dan Pitcher in this can't-miss deep dive on "In the Trenches with Dave Lapham."

 

Pitcher unpacks the core philosophy that drives the Bengals' attack: the "Illusion of Complexity." Discover how the coaching staff creates a scheme that tortures opposing defenses while maintaining ...

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Day Five of Cincinnati Bengals Training Camp brought the pads, the intensity, and some crucial insights from the trenches, courtesy of Dave Lapham and First Star Logistics. Join us as we dive deep into the latest developments, position battles, and the overall vibe surrounding the Bengals as they gear up for the 2025 NFL season.

Dave Lapham was on hand to witness the physical escalation firsthand, noting the immediate shift in ener...

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The Cincinnati Bengals took the field Sunday morning for their fourth training camp practice. Dave Lapham was on hand for all the action as rookie first-round pick Shemar Stewart is now signed and on the field after holding out, leaving Trey Hendrickson as the only player missing as the Bengals enter Week Two of training camp.

What did Lapham see from Stewart? How soon do the Bengals need to get Hendrickson in the fold? Who are the...

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Day 3 from Cincinnati Bengals Training camp is done, and Dave Lapham dives deep into the trenches as he shares his insights from the third day of Bengals training camp! 

Lapham kicks things off by reminiscing about a meet-up with Bengals legends Anthony Munoz and Max Montoya, discussing how much the camp has changed since their playing days. Lapham then dives into the on-field action, highlighting Joe Burrow's connection with Ja'Ma...

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The Cincinnati Bengals are gearing up for a potential run at the Super Bowl in 2025. While their explosive offense receives most of the attention, it is the defense where the fundamental transformation is happening. 

Join Dave Berk and Bengals legend Dave Lapham as they dissect Day 2 of Bengals Training Camp presented by First Star Logistics.

Lapham dives deep into the impact of new Defensive Coordinator Al Golden. He emphasizes Go...

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In this exclusive conversation on "In the Trenches," Cincinnati Bengals Defensive Coordinator Al Golden pulls back the curtain on his masterplan. He reveals the critical importance of the locker room's "Zero Jerk Factor," how he's empowering a new generation of leaders, and the specific habits being forged in training camp to ensure the team "starts fast" and avoids the pitfalls of the past.

 

From the influence of coaching legends...

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The Cincinnati Bengals took the field for the first time as they began preparing for the 2025 NFL season. Dave Lapham was on hand for all the action and joined Dave Berk to discuss the day's events as Bengals head coach Zac Taylor and star quarterback Joe Burrow spoke with the media.

In this episode, Lapham discusses Joe Burrow, Ja'Marr Chase, and Tee Higgins, the contract issues with Trey Hendrickson and Shemar Stewart, and the ch...

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This is the audio from the Dave Lapham In The Trenches livestream from July 22, 2025.

Join legendary Cincinnati Bengals offensive lineman Dave Lapham for a special "In The Trenches" livestream, presented by First Star Logistics, as we gear up for the start of Bengals Training Camp 2025! With the 2024 season in the rearview mirror, all eyes are now focused on what Joe Burrow and the Bengals can accomplish in the upcoming season. Thi...

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Join us for an intimate and revealing conversation with Cincinnati Bengals legend Dave Lapham, as he opens up about his induction into the Bengals Ring of Honor! 

In this episode of "In the Trenches with Dave Lapham," presented by First Star Logistics, Dave Lapham sits down with Dave Berk to discuss his incredible 50-year journey with the Bengals organization. This achievement marks the culmination of a career-long goal and places ...

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Get an exclusive look inside the mind of Cincinnati Bengals center Ted Karras in this in-depth episode of "In the Trenches with Dave Lapham," presented by First Star Logistics. Ted sits down to discuss the core principles of leadership that have defined his 10-year NFL career, revealing the powerful, unspoken lessons he learned during his formative years with the New England Patriots under Bill Belichick and alongside Tom Brady.

 

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