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.

Episodes

July 25, 2025 33 mins

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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Join Dave Lapham "In The Trenches" for a legendary conversation with one ofthe greatest to ever play the game, Pro Football Hall of Famer and Cincinnati Bengals icon, Anthony Muñoz. This episode, brought to you by First Star Logistics, is a masterclass in football, leadership, and life.

 

Anthony Muñoz shares incredible stories and insights on:

His Hall of Fame Career: A look back at his remarkable 11 straight Pro Bowls, the mindse...

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Join Dave Lapham "In The Trenches" for a legendary conversation with one of the greatest to ever wear the stripes, former NFL MVP and Cincinnati Bengals quarterback, Ken Anderson. This episode, brought to you by First Star Logistics, is a masterclass in football history, quarterback mechanics, and leadership.

 

The Paul Brown & Bill Walsh Era: What was it like being coached by two of the most innovative minds in football histor...

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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: ...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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