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Bleav in Bengals
by Bleav
Bleav in Bengals is hosted by 6-year NFL veteran Solomon Wilcots. Want the latest on superstar QB Joe Burrow and All-Pro WR Ja’Marr Chase? Get sharp takes and an inside perspective on everything Bengals from voices close to the team. Let’s hear it for Who Dey Nation!
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BENGALS WIN! Joe Burrow DOMINATES Dolphins | Week 5 Reaction
The Cincinnati Bengals improve to 3-2 after defeating the Miami Dolphins 31-24 in Week 5! But was this a statement win, or should Bengals fans still be concerned? On this episode of Bleav in Bengals, Solomon Wilcots breaks down Joe Burrow's four-touchdown performance, Ja'Marr Chase's incredible...
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Bengals lose to the Jaguars | Stop asking Joe Burrow to SAVE the team
The Bengals fall to 2-2 after a frustrating loss to Jacksonville, and Solomon Wilcots has seen enough. Cincinnati ran the ball just 15 times, the defense continued to miss tackles and get exposed by tight ends, and once again Joe Burrow was asked to carry the offense. Solomon breaks down what…
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Trevor Lawrence & Parker Washington are HEATING UP | Bengals vs. Jags Deep Dive w/ Solomon Wilcots
Host Bucky Brooks sits down with analyst and former NFL defender Solomon Wilcox to break down the Cincinnati Bengals' defensive transformation behind game-changer Dexter Lawrence and their newly reinforced front seven. The two analyze Trevor Lawrence's resurgence with the Jacksonville Jaguars,...
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Bengals fall to the Steelers 30-27 Solomon Wilcots on the costly mistakes
Solomon Wilcots breaks down the Bengals’ 30–27 loss to the Steelers, focusing on the special teams mistakes, missed tackles, and defensive breakdowns that helped Pittsburgh take control. He explains why Cincinnati’s fundamentals and execution have to improve, while pointing to the defensive front...
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Bengals put the AFC on notice after statement win over the Texans
The Bengals are 2-0 after an impressive 20-6 road win over the Texans, and Solomon Wilcots believes Cincinnati’s defense is showing signs of being something special. From a dominant pass rush to keeping Houston out of the end zone, Solomon breaks down why this Bengals team could be built for a…
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Bengals vs Texans :The Bengals Are Better — But One Big Problem Remains
Former Bengals defensive back and Bleav in Bengals host Solomon Wilcots joins Seth to break down Texans-Bengals from every angle. They discuss Joe Burrow’s back tightness, Nico Collins’ hamstring, Cincinnati’s revamped defense, the impact of Dexter Lawrence, and the biggest concern still hanging...
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Bengals Defense Dominates in Week 1
The Bengals’ defense came up huge in a 33-27 season-opening win over Tampa Bay, forcing four fumbles and consistently pressuring Baker Mayfield. But one familiar problem remains. On Bleav in Bengals, Solomon Wilcots breaks down Cincinnati’s impressive defensive performance, the impact of its new...
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Full Bucs vs Bengals preview with Mo Egger!
Jonathan Shields sits down with Bengals expert Mo Egger to preview the Bucs vs Bengals game. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Bengals' Brutal Opening Stretch | Daryl Johnston On How Cincinnati Can Get Off To a Great Start
Solomon Wilcots and Fox Sports' Daryl "Moose" Johnston preview the Bengals' 2026 opener, weighing an under center heavy run game, a retooled secondary facing Tampa Bay's receivers, and what a beefed up defensive front means for Cincinnati's young linebackers. They flag a brutal three of four...
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Bengals May Have Their Best Roster Since 2015 with Guest Geoff Hobson
Geoff Hobson joins Solomon Wilcots to break down the Bengals’ 53-man roster, from surprise decisions at wide receiver to a revamped defensive front led by Dexter Lawrence. Plus, why Cincinnati’s added depth, evolving offense and improved defense could make this one of the most complete Bengals...
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Are the Bengals Built for a Special Season?
Solomon Wilcox breaks down why he believes the 2026 Cincinnati Bengals could be headed for a special season, starting with Joe Burrow’s championship-level urgency. Wilcox dives into the dramatic improvement on defense, the Bengals’ loaded defensive line featuring Dexter Lawrence and Jonathan…
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What Paul Dehner Jr. Is Seeing From the Bengals' Revamped Defense
Solomon Wilcots is joined by The Athletic’s Paul Dehner Jr. to break down Cincinnati’s revamped defense, including Dexter Lawrence, Jonathan Allen, DJ Turner and breakout rookie Cassius Howell. They also evaluate the Bengals’ rookie class, Colby Young’s push for the WR3 role, and the biggest...
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Bengals Camp Buzz: Wayne Box Miller on Cincinnati’s Biggest Storylines
Solomon Wilcots is joined by Bengals radio host Wayne Box Miller to break down the biggest storylines from Cincinnati training camp, including the renewed energy around the team, Joe Burrow’s offense, and the additions on defense. They discuss Brian Cook, Dexter Lawrence, the pass rush, wide...
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Breaking Down the Bengals’ Cornerback Competition
Former Bengals Pro Bowl cornerback Eric Thomas joins Solomon Wilcots to break down the pressure facing Dax Hill, DJ Turner and Cincinnati’s young secondary. They also discuss the battle at nickel corner and celebrate Bob Trumpy and James Brooks joining the Bengals’ Ring of Honor. Hosted by...
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Inside Joe Flacco's journey in Quarterback's new Season w/ Joe Zucco
Solomon Wilcots is joined by NFL Films supervising producer and Quarterback showrunner Joe Zucco to discuss the new season of the hit NFL Films series. Zucco shares a behind-the-scenes look at how the show captures the lives of NFL quarterbacks throughout the season, including Bengals quarterback...
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Top 10 QBs of 2026, Does Joe Burrow crack the Top 10?
Bucky Brooks breaks down his list of the top 10 QBs in the NFL going into the 2026 season. There are a few obvious ones that everyone expects will be on there but some of the bottom QBs will SHOCK you. Do you agree with his picks? If not go on Bleav's youtube or Bucky's twitter and let us know!...
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Dr. Fred Grossman on ALS Research and Chris Johnson’s Diagnosis
Dr. Fred Grossman joins the show to discuss ALS, the ongoing research being done to better understand and treat the disease, and the recent ALS diagnosis of former Titans running back Chris Johnson. They break down what ALS is, why continued awareness and medical research are so important, and…
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Zac Taylor Interview on the Bengals’ 2026 Turnaround
Solomon Wilcots got the chance to interview Cincinnati Bengals Head Coach Zac Taylor in order to ask him all about his plan and expectations for this upcoming 2026 season. Listen in to hear all about his thoughts on the roster, the schedule and anything else in between straight from the horses...
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This Is The Most Complete Bengals Roster in the Joe Burrow Era
Solomon Wilcots makes the case that this is the best Bengals roster of the Burrow era, crediting a front office that traded a top-ten pick for Dexter Lawrence and went ten deep on the defensive line with Jonathan Allen, Boye Mafe, and Shemar Stewart. He wraps with the secondary upgrades — Bryan...
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5 Reasons to Be All-In on the 2026 Bengals
Solomon Wilcots breaks down five reasons to be fully optimistic about the 2026 Bengals, starting with the front office's $132.7 million free agency haul headlined by trading a top-ten pick for Dexter Lawrence, a move without precedent in Cincinnati history. He credits Zach Taylor's offense for…
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Carl Banks on what happened w/ Dexter Lawrence | The Bengals could get the best version of him
On Bleav in Bengals, Carl Banks joins Solomon Wilcots to break down what Bengals fans can expect from Dexter Lawrence after the blockbuster move from New York to Cincinnati. The Giants legend opens up on why he publicly challenged Dexter last season, what may have led to the drop in production…
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Navy, Discipline & The Dream: Bengals Rookie Landon Robinson Joins the Show
Solomon Wilcots welcomes Cincinnati Bengals 2026 seventh-round pick Landon Robinson to talk about life as a new Cincinnati Bengal. Robinson shares how four years at the Naval Academy built the discipline and mental toughness he believes will carry him through rookie camp, and reveals that over 20...
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BJ Hill Was the Secret Agent Behind the Bengals' Biggest Trade Ever
Solomon Wilcots is joined by Paul Dehner Jr. of The Athletic to break down the behind-the-scenes story of Cincinnati's blockbuster trade for Dexter Lawrence — a move that required Bengals ownership to do something they've never done before: deal a top-10 pick for a proven veteran while taking on...
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Bengals draft breakdown, Dexter Lawrence, Cashius Howell, etc.
Solomon Wilcots is back with another episode of Bleav in Bengals in order to breakdown ALL of the Bengals picks this year in the 2026 draft. Solly lets us know his thoughts about all the new players and where they might be able to contribute and in how long we should expect to see them. He starts...
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All Smiles with Dexter Lawrence in Cincy
The Cincinnati Bengals make a massive statement by trading for All-Pro DT Dexter Lawrence—and it could change everything. Solomon Wilcots breaks down why this move is a game-changer, why the Bengals didn’t overpay, and how Lawrence instantly upgrades the defense as a true difference-maker. Plus,...
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Who do the Bengals need at 10th overall?
Solomon Wilcots joins us this week to talk all about the Draft and the kind of players that the Cincinnati Bengals need to be taking with they're picks, especially at 10th overall. He gets into a lot of what each of 5 players he hopes are still on the board for them when they are up to pick and...
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Guest Ted Karras on the Cincy Hat Foundation & 2026 Bengals
Cincinnati Bengals captain Ted Karras joins Solomon Wilcots to talk about his mission with the Cincy Hat Foundation, his offseason training, and the team’s mindset. From building opportunities for individuals with intellectual disabilities to breaking down the Bengals’ push to get back to the...
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Bucky Brooks: Mansoor Delane at #10 — But Caleb Downs Is the Dream Pick
Solomon Wilcots is joined by NFL.com analyst Bucky Brooks to break down the Bengals' 2026 NFL Draft strategy and the state of a defense that desperately needs playmakers at every level. Brooks defends his mock draft selection of LSU cornerback Mansoor Delane at #10 overall, but names Ohio State...
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The Bengals Are Playing Checkers, Not Chess When It Comes To The Salary Cap
Solomon Wilcots opens by endorsing the Bengals' re-signing of Joe Flacco as backup QB, pointing to his strong six-start performance and Joe Burrow's history of missing games over six seasons as justification. The episode's main argument is a pointed critique of the Bengals' cap structure: by...
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Trey Hendrickson era is OVER... is it a good thing?
Solomon Wilcots is back this week to discuss how Trey Hendrickson has officially joined the Ravens and is no longer a Cincinnati Bengal, as he reflects on his time here, he gets into why it might not be the worst move going forward. In addition, he takes apart some of the Bengals free agent...
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Hendrickson to the Ravens: Should The Bengals Trade For Maxx Crosby?
Solomon Wilcots reacts to the Bengals’ defensive shakeup after Trey Hendrickson signs with the Baltimore Ravens, breaking down what the move means for Cincinnati’s pass rush and the AFC North rivalry. Wilcots explores whether the Bengals should pursue Maxx Crosby as a potential replacement and...
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Bengals Bottom of the class, Draft targets Sonny Styles, Caleb Downs & Trey Hedrickson's Future
Solomon Wilcots breaks down the NFLPA report card controversy after the NFL filed a grievance to block teams’ grades from going public, and the Bengals’ results raise eyebrows. Cincinnati ranked 28th overall, earning failing grades in food services, nutrition, and family treatment, while the...
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Sonny Styles, Caleb Banks, TJ Parker LOCKED IN First Rounders
LIVE from the NFL Combine in Indianapolis, Bucky Brooks breaks down the biggest takeaways from Day 1 workouts, spotlighting the defensive linemen and linebackers who are rising up draft boards. This year’s class is loaded in the trenches, especially at edge rusher and defensive tackle, and teams...
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Inside the Bengals Offseason: Contracts, Draft, and Defense
Solomon Wilcots is joined by sports business attorney Jesse Taylor for a wide-ranging offseason discussion that blends football evaluation with NFL business realities. The two break down why the Bengals must prioritize defensive difference-makers in the draft, stressing tackling, leadership, and...
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Franchise Tag or Farewell? The Trey Hendrickson Decision
Solomon Wilcots dives into the Bengals’ offseason crossroads, starting with the future of Trey Hendrickson and why Cincinnati may let him walk rather than use the franchise tag. He lays out a clear philosophy for team building: stop drafting traits and start prioritizing true difference-makers…
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Was Bill Belichick REALLY snubbed from the Hall of Fame?
Solomon Wilcots on the HOF, Bill Belichick, and Super Bowl preview. (0:00-0:17) Introduction to the podcast and main topic (0:17-1:09) Discussion about Bill Belichick's Hall of Fame candidacy (1:09-2:40) Criticism of "whining" about Belichick not being a first-ballot Hall of Famer (2:40-7:13)...
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Steve Wyche on The Untold Story of HBCUs Plus A Super Bowl 60 Preview
Solomon Wilcots is joined by NFL Network reporter Steve Wyche, who reflects on his upcoming induction into the Black College Football Hall of Fame and discusses the historic impact of HBCUs and the AFL on the integration and growth of the NFL. The conversation then shifts to previewing Super Bowl...
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Getting the Bengals BACK in the playoffs & the AFC North coaching armageddon
Solomon Wilcots is here to have a heart to heart with Bengals fans in order to talk about the things that need to change around the Bengals team and organization in order for the Bengals to become true competitors again and make it back to the playoffs. He also touches on the AFC North coaching...
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Will the Bengals ever be back in the playoffs?
Solomon Wilcots and Charlie Goldsmith are back together to talk about how far they believe the Bengals are from getting back into the playoffs and how they felt watching the playoffs without Joe Burrow in it. They discuss what they would like to see from the Bengals this offseason in order to...
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Behind the curve
Solomon Wilcots and Charlie Goldsmith take us through the end of the season with the Cincinnati Bengals and tell us how we got here, sitting outside the playoffs. What have the Bengals been doing that sabotages them that other teams out there just aren't doing to themselves. They also look…
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Bengals elevate to 6-10, all smiles from Joe Burrow
Solomon Wilcots and Charlie Goldsmith discuss the Bengals big win this past Sunday over the Cardinals that brings the Bengals to a record of 6-10. They discuss what went right and why this game was such a success where most of the rest of the season has been a major disaster. The guys also…
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STATEMENT WIN over Miami, Game balls for EVERYONE
Solomon Wilcots and Charlie Goldsmith are here to help recap the most electric Bengals game that they have played, maybe all season. Listen in to hear all about who and what made this game so special compared to all the others thus far and why this one just meant more to come home with the win...
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Shutout by Ravens. Disaster season continues
Solomon Wilcots and Charlie Goldsmith join us to help breakdown what Bengals fans saw from the team in Sunday's game against the Baltimore Ravens where the Bengals got completely shutout and were unable to even score a single point. How could this have happened and what do they think about Joe...
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Joe Burrow Can’t Be Perfect Every Week — Bengals Must Fix This
Solomon Wilcots welcomes The Athletic’s Bengals insider Paul Dehner Jr. to break down Cincinnati’s 39-34 loss to Buffalo — a game that exposed the Bengals’ defensive struggles and the burden on Joe Burrow to play perfectly. The two discuss Burrow’s evolving mindset, how he’s learning to cope with...
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** Bonus Episode** How dangerous the Bengals are with the return of QB Joe Burrow w/ guest Solomon Wilcots
The Bills are back at home this weekend after a physically dominant win on the road at Pittsburgh. The Bengals (4-8) come to Orchard park clinging to their playoff lives, but bolstered by the return of Joe Burrow who has been out since week two with a turf toe injury. Coming off a 32-14 win on...
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Joe Burrow is BACK, Bengals beat Ravens on Thursday night
Solomon Wilcots and Charlie Goldsmith recap Thursday night's game in order to highlight what the Bengals did well and to keep it all rollin. The Bengals have Joe Burrow back and it seriously shows, meanwhile Lamar Jackson is NOT looking like himself, what could this mean for the rest of the…
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Bengals lose close game to the red hot Patriots, is there still hope?
Solomon Wilcots and Charlie Goldsmith come at you with a total recap from Sunday's game against the New England Patriots that ended 26-20. They comment on how the Bengals looked somewhat better than the last few weeks and how this may actually be a step in the right direction for the franchise.…
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Bengals continue to LOSE & Spitgate with JaMarr Chase
Solomon Wilcots and Charlie Goldsmith are here to help recap the Bengals season from hell as it continues to roll down the tracks coming off a crushing loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers. The guys take us through ALL of the drama in this game from the bad defense, the stalled offense and the thing…
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Joe Burrow Returns to the Field
On Bleav in Bengals Solomon Wilcots and Charlie Goldsmith dive into the breaking news about Joe Burrow’s potential return to the Cincinnati Bengals practice field following his turf toe injury. They discuss the 21-day window for Burrow’s possible reactivation and weigh the chances of him suiting…
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Bengals score 80+ points in 2 games and lose both, what is going on?!
Solomon Wilcots and Charlie Goldsmith are here to take us through YET ANOTHER Bengals loss, this time to the Bears and the problem is pretty obvious. The guys tear apart the Bengals defense to get to the bottom of what is happening in these games to have 40+ point loses in the last two weeks.…
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Bleav in Bengals is hosted by 6-year NFL veteran Solomon Wilcots. Want the latest on superstar QB Joe Burrow and All-Pro WR Ja’Marr Chase? Get sharp takes and an inside perspective on everything Bengals from voices close to the team. Let’s hear it for Who Dey Nation!
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