Cincy Sports Scene

The Bengals are 1-0—but are they actually different this season?

Cincinnati opened the 2026 season with a 33-27 victory over Tampa Bay, highlighted by a defense that forced four turnovers. Now the Bengals head to Houston for their first road game of the season with a chance to start 2-0.

On this episode of Cincy Sports Scene, we're breaking down what we actually learned from Week 1 and what the Bengals must do against the Texan...

The 2026 NFL season is here — and it's time for Cincy Sports Scene to put our Bengals predictions on the record! 🐅

In CSS Episode 181, we're breaking down the Cincinnati Bengals from top to bottom and answering the biggest question heading into the season:

HOW GOOD ARE THE BENGALS REALLY GOING TO BE IN 2026?

We're not just throwing out a record and moving on. We're going game-by-game through the Bengals' 2026 schedule, debating...

We've spent a lot of time talking about Cincinnati's teams and the athletes who could become the next generation of local sports icons. Now it's time to ask the BIGGER question:

Is Cincinnati finally a great sports city?

We've got the Cincinnati Bengals, Cincinnati Reds, FC Cincinnati, UC Bearcats and Xavier Musketeers. We've got passionate fans, historic franchises, packed stadiums and some of the biggest names in sports.

But how doe...

Cincy Sports Scene — Episode 179

Joe Burrow has become the face of Cincinnati sports. But who's next?

In Episode 179, Dave and Sam look ahead and debate which current Cincinnati athlete has the potential to become the city's next true sports superstar.

We look at stars from the Bengals, Reds, FC Cincinnati and Bearcats and evaluate more than just current statistics.

Who's got the talent?
Who's got the star power?
Who has th...

Bengals football is officially back!

Training camp has opened, and Episode 178 of Cincy Sports Scene is your complete preview of the biggest storylines heading into the 2026 season.

Dave and Sam discuss Joe Burrow's expectations, the most intriguing camp battles, whether the Bengals have done enough to fix their defense, and which players are under the most pressure this summer.

The guys also make bold predictions for the upcoming sea...

The college football season is almost here, and we're making our early College Football Playoff predictions! Which teams are true national championship contenders? Who won—and lost—the transfer portal? We break down our projected 12-team playoff field and discuss what to expect from the Cincinnati Bearcats this season.

Then we turn our attention to the Cincinnati Reds as the trade deadline approaches. We discuss the Chas...

The Cincinnati Reds limp into the All-Star break at 43–52, leaving fans with one big question: Is there still a path back into the playoff race, or is it time to become sellers at the trade deadline?

In Episode #176 of Cincy Sports Scene, we break down the biggest reasons behind the Reds' disappointing first half, including injuries, inconsistent hitting, bullpen struggles, and organizational depth. We also discuss what the fr...

The Cincinnati Reds are spiraling, and the questions are getting louder.

Has this season reached the point where someone has to be held accountable? Should the front office make major changes, or is patience still the right approach?

In Episode #175 of the Cincy Sports Scene Podcast, we tackle the biggest question facing the Reds organization:

🔥 Is it time to clean house?

We discuss:
⚾ Who deserves the most blame for the Reds' disa...

The Cincinnati Reds season is spiraling, and on this episode of Cincy Sports Scene, we're asking the tough question: who's really responsible for this disaster?

Is it ownership and the front office? Tito Francona and the coaching staff? The players? Or have Reds fans accepted mediocrity for far too long?

We break down the current state of the Reds and debate whether it's time to blow everything up or stay patient.

Also on tonight's sh...

Tonight on Cincy Sports Scene, we debate the 50 Greatest Sports Moments of All Time — and things got HEATED.

Did Michael Jordan’s Flu Game deserve Top 10?
Was the Miracle on Ice actually the greatest moment EVER?
What iconic moments were SNUBBED completely?

We break down:
🏆 The Greatest 50 Sports Moments Ever
🔥 Our biggest disagreements
😳 The most overrated moments
🎯 Biggest snubs from the list
⚾ ...

Tonight on Episode #172 of Cincy Sports Scene, we break down the Bengals’ 2025 schedule and ask the big question every fan is debating right now…

Did the NFL just hand Cincinnati a brutal road to the playoffs?

We’re diving into:
 🏈 The toughest stretch of the Bengals schedule
 🏈 Must-win games & trap games
 🏈 Early record predictions
 🏈 AFC North outlook
 🏈 What we g...

The Reds are struggling… injuries are piling up… and Cincinnati fans are starting to ask the question nobody wanted to ask this early:

Are we headed for a LONG summer?

In Episode #171 of the Cincy Sports Scene Podcast, we break down the Reds’ recent struggles, the injury concerns surrounding the pitching staff, and whether this is just a rough stretch… or something much bigger.

PLUS — the Bengals sched...

The Cincinnati Bengals just made one of the BOLDEST moves in franchise history…

They traded the #10 overall pick to the New York Giants for Dexter Lawrence — and it changes EVERYTHING.

In this episode of Cincy Sports Scene, we break down:

•  Did the Bengals just win the draft instantly?
•  What Dexter Lawrence brings to this defense RIGHT NOW 
•  The players Cincinnati passed on at #10 👀 
•  Our of...

Are the Cincinnati Bengals telling the truth… or setting up a massive draft smokescreen?

In this episode of the Cincy Sports Scene Podcast, we break down what the Bengals are saying ahead of the NFL Draft — and what they might actually be planning. Every year teams play the media game… and this year feels different.

We also shift gears and put every Cincinnati team on the clock in our Buy or Sell Market:

•  ...

Are we about to see a first-time champion at The Masters… and what does that say about the state of golf right now?

In this episode of Cincy Sports Scene, we break down everything you need to know heading into Masters week — from the key hole that could decide it all, to the players we believe are being WAY overhyped.

But that’s not all…

We also give you our Reds Reality Check after Opening Week. Is this team...

The Cincinnati Reds enter the 2026 season as one of the most intriguing teams in baseball… but what are they REALLY?

Are the Reds a playoff team ready to take the next step — or just another exciting young roster still a year away?

In this episode of Cincy Sports Scene, we break down EVERYTHING you need to know about the Reds heading into the season:

🔥 Full 26-Man Roster Breakdown
 🔥 Key Storylines & What Mu...

March Madness is finally here and the bracket is set.

In this episode of Cincy Sports Scene, we break down the entire NCAA Tournament bracket, region by region, and reveal the teams we believe will make a deep run.

From potential Cinderella teams to the biggest upset alerts, we walk through every region and give our predictions for who survives the chaos of March.

We also reveal our Final Four picks and National Champion, and debate w...

What happens when you mix baseball knowledge, family rivalry, and a game show? Chaos. 😄

In this special episode of Cincy Sports Scene, we turn our sports podcast into a Family Feud–style baseball game show— and the results were unforgettable.

Host Dave steps into the role of MC as Sam faces off against his Uncle Bill in a head-to-head showdown answering the most popular baseball survey questions. From legendary players t...

College sports are at a breaking point — and everyone knows it.

In Episode #164 of Cincy Sports Scene, we tackle one of the biggest debates in sports today: How do we actually FIX college athletics? From NIL deals and transfer portal free agency to a possible 24-team College Football Playoff and March Madness expansion talks, the system is changing fast… but is it getting better?

We cut through the headlines and give rea...