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.
Episodes
Join Dave Lapham "In The Trenches" for an in-depth conversation with Cincinnati Bengals Offensive Line Coach, Scott Peters. This episode, brought to you by First Star Logistics, explores the philosophy and techniques behind building a formidable offensive line in the NFL.
Developing Offensive Linemen: The importance of a diverse "toolbox" of techniques for players, going beyond basic fundamentals.
Fundamentals & Technique: ...
Join Dave Lapham "In The Trenches" for an insightful and engaging conversation with Cincinnati Bengals starting center, Ted Karras. This episode, brought to you by First Star Logistics, dives deep into the Bengals' offensive line, leadership, new coaching techniques, and the competitive spirit driving the team.
Offensive Line Dynamics: The intense competition for starting guard spots and the deep talent pool on the Bengals' O-lin...
Join Dave Lapham "In The Trenches" for an in-depth and engaging conversation with NFL savant and former Cincinnati Bengals standout, Solomon Wilcots. This episode, brought to you by First Star Logistics, is packed with football wisdom, personal anecdotes, and insightful analysis.
Cincinnati Bengals Analysis: A deep dive into the current Bengals team, focusing on Joe Burrow's prime years and what the defense needs to do to improve...
Join Dave Lapham "In The Trenches" for a compelling conversation with Christian Sarkisian, former key personnel figure for the Cincinnati Bengals and now the General Manager for Northwestern Athletics. This episode, brought to you by First Star Logistics, delves into Sarkisian's impactful tenure with the Bengals, his new role, and the evolving landscape of college sports.
His Time with the Cincinnati Bengals: Reflections on build...
Join Dave Lapham "In The Trenches" for a heartfelt and insightful conversation with Jimmy Burrow, former football player, coach, and proud father of Cincinnati Bengals superstar quarterback, Joe Burrow. This episode, brought to you by First Star Logistics, dives into the incredible work of The Joe Burrow Foundation and the journey of raising an NFL icon.
The Joe Burrow Foundation's Mission: Providing resources and support for the...
Join Dave Lapham "In The Trenches" for a captivating conversation with NFL legend, broadcaster, and football lifer, Solomon Wilcots. This episode, brought to you by First Star Logistics, is packed with incredible insights from a man who has seen the game from every angle.
The Cincinnati Bengals 2024-2025 Schedule: Analyzing key matchups, challenging stretches, and the importance of home field advantage.
Bengals Draft Pick Analy...
Join Dave Lapham "In The Trenches" for an in-depth conversation with Cincinnati Bengals Offensive Coordinator, Dan Pitcher. This episode, brought to you by First Star Logistics, gives fans a rare look into the mind of the man tasked with leading one of the NFL's most exciting offenses.
Offensive Philosophy: How the Bengals approach game planning, balancing a core set of plays with diverse formations, motions, and personnel groupi...
Join Dave Lapham on "In The Trenches" for an exclusive conversation with Cincinnati Bengals Director of Scouting, Mike Potts. This episode, brought to you by First Star Logistics, pulls back the curtain on the meticulous and year-round process of building a competitive NFL roster.
Player Evaluation Deep Dive: How the Bengals identify talent, focusing on upside potential, character, and leadership
Building a Winning Culture: The...
Join Dave Lapham In The Trenches for an insightful deep dive on the Bengals two new draft picks with Cincinnati Bengals Offensive Line Coach, Scott Peters. This episode, brought to you by First Star Logistics explores the unique background and coaching philosophy of a key figure shaping the Bengals' front line.
Scott Peters' unique coaching methodology: How wrestling and MMA principles translate to dominant offensive line play.
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Join Dave Lapham In The Trenches as he sits down with renowned NFL analyst Charles Davis (NFL Network, CBS Sports) for an in-depth discussion packed with football knowledge. This episode, brought to you by First Star Logistics, dives deep into the Cincinnati Bengals' 2025 NFL Draft haul.
Charles Davis, known for his meticulous research and insights from covering everything from the Senior Bowl to the NFL Draft, provides his exper...
Cincinnati Bengals Scout Christian Sarkisian joins us today on In the Trenches with Dave Latham to evaluate each of the Bengals 2025 draft picks.
The year-round nature of NFL scouting and player evaluation.
The crucial role of building and maintaining relationships with colleges, coaches, and contacts.
How the scouting department collaborates during the draft process.
Insights into evaluating prospects beyond the tape – cha...
Former NFL Quarterback and current top analyst Chris Simms joins Dave Lapham on In The Trenches! Get Chris's sharp insights on the Bengals' offseason, the 2025 NFL Draft class, quarterback play, and the state of the league.
His perspective on the Cincinnati Bengals' free agency moves and retaining key players.
Analysis of the upcoming NFL Draft, including position group strengths and potential value picks.
Thoughts on specifi...
Cincinnati Bengals legend, 17-time Emmy Award-winning broadcaster, and Pro Football Focus majority owner Cris Collinsworth joins Dave Lapham In The Trenches! Get unparalleled insights from one of the most iconic figures in football, covering his playing days, broadcasting success, and analysis of the current NFL landscape.
Thoughts on the Bengals' approach to free agency and retaining key players.
Analysis of the upcoming NFL D...
Former Cincinnati Bengals standout safety and current top NFL Analyst Solomon Wilcots joins Dave Lapham In The Trenches! Get Solomon's expert perspective on the Bengals' offseason moves, the upcoming NFL Draft, leadership, his playing days, and his successful broadcasting career.
His take on the Bengals retaining core players like Joe Burrow, Ja'Marr Chase, and Tee Higgins.
Analysis of the Bengals' free agent signings (Gesicki,...
Go behind the scenes with Dave Lapham In The Trenches for an exclusive interview with Stephen Radicevic, the Cincinnati Bengals' Director of Pro Personnel! Get a deep dive into the Bengals' team-building philosophy, how they approach the NFL Draft, and their strategy in free agency.
The Bengals' "Draft, Develop, Retain" philosophy and signing key players like Burrow, Chase, & Higgins.
The detailed process of evaluating play...
Welcome back for Part 2 of Dave Lapham's exclusive conversation with NFL legend Phil Simms on In The Trenches. Following up on Part 1, Phil dives deeper into the upcoming NFL Draft, team building, and the mindset required to succeed.
Detailed thoughts on the 2024 NFL Draft class, particularly Offensive and Defensive Linemen.
The depth of talent available beyond the top picks.
Evaluating draft prospects: looking beyond pure at...
NFL legend, Super Bowl MVP, and longtime broadcaster Phil Simms joins Dave Lapham In The Trenches for a can't-miss conversation! Simms, who still holds Super Bowl records for completion percentage and QB rating, shares his invaluable insights gleaned from decades in and around the game.
His legendary playing career with the New York Giants and Super Bowl success.
Holding enduring Super Bowl passing records.
His transition int...
Bengals Center and Offensive Captain Ted Karras sits down with Dave Lapham for an exclusive, insightful interview on In The Trenches. Go deep inside the O-line room, explore leadership principles, and get Ted's unique perspective on playing with two of the greatest quarterbacks of all time.
Comparing the leadership styles and on-field attributes of Joe Burrow and Tom Brady.
His role as an offensive captain and his leadership ph...
Join Dave Lapham In The Trenches for an exclusive interview with Cincinnati Bengals Wide Receiver, Andrei Iosivas! Hear directly from "Yoshi" about his unique journey from track and field star at Princeton (and Decathlon record holder!) to NFL weapon.
How his Decathlon/Heptathlon background translates to his NFL athleticism and skill set.
His development as a wide receiver and his role in the Bengals explosive offense.
Workin...
Join Dave Lapham In The Trenches for an exclusive, in-depth conversation with Cincinnati Bengals Offensive Coordinator, Dan Pitcher! Hailed as one of the brightest young minds in the NFL, Pitcher breaks down the potent Bengals offense heading into the 2024 season.
The unique brilliance and special traits of QB Joe Burrow.
The dynamic WR duo of Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins and their importance.
The Bengals' "Draft, Develop, R...
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