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by Paul Dehner Jr.

Paul Dehner Jr., senior Bengals writer for The Athletic, takes you inside Paycor Stadium to keep you informed and entertained on all things Bengals. He's joined by Mo Egger of ESPN1530, Charlie Goldsmith of Fox19 & Charlie's Chalkboard, Jay Morrison, of Sports Illustrated and comedian Mark Chalifoux across four shows a week to elevate the conversation about the team from gritty details to philosophical debates to comical storylines and postgame analysis.

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Episodes

  1. Who Dey Light: Mailbag show

    Paul and Mark kick off the Cincinnati Bengals' bye weekend tending to an overflowing inbox. We're back at 50 West! Come hang with us on November 18 at the Deerfield location. See the full schedule of our live shows at www.fiftywestbrew.com/state-of-the-bengals Learn more about Another Nine at...

  2. PD&Jay: Pace stats and pleasant surprises

    Paul is joined by The Skinny Podcast’s Rick Broering and ESPN1530’s Mo Egger to take stock of the Bengals at the bye week. Check in on the latest news, the pleasant surprises of the season, what stats players on pace for will hold up, plus, history lessons, origin stories, Growler Bets and O.J....

  3. Rewatch: Jordan Battle, Boye Mafe & Explosive Runs

    Paul and Charlie dive into the tape of the Bengals' win in Miami. They offer an appreciation for what Boye Mafe is doing at edge as the Trey Hendrickson matchup arrives on the horizon, plus take a deeper look at the explosive runs and where they are coming from. Safeties coach Jordan Kovacs joins...

  4. The Walkout: Bengals 31, Dolphins 24

    Paul and Jay react to the Bengals victory in Miami. We're back at 50 West! Come hang with us on November 18 at the Deerfield location. See the full schedule of our live shows at www.fiftywestbrew.com/state-of-the-bengals Win $100 in online bonus in the BetMGM Sportsbook at the Banks Pigskin Pick...

  5. Preview: Bengals at Dolphins

    Paul and Charlie quickly break down everything you need to know about Sunday's Bengals game at Miami. We're back at 50 West! Come hang with us on November 18 at the Deerfield location. See the full schedule of our live shows at www.fiftywestbrew.com/state-of-the-bengals Win $100 in online bonus…

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  6. State of the Bengals from 50 West

    This is a recording of the live edition of State of the Bengals from 50 West Brewery on Wooster Pike on Thursday night. Paul, Mark, Charlie and Jay discussed the current state of the team, played Smarter Than a Sztanyo trivia and welcome special guest, Bengals center Ted Karras, to the show. Our...

  7. PD&Jay: News reaction, Peter King and mic checks

    Paul and Jay take time to talk through a busy day at Paycor Stadium. Hear news on a crazy injury report, Joe Burrow walking back his comments, Al Golden standing up for a starter and a defiant Barrett Carter. NFL writing legend Peter King joins and talks about his new book The Game. Plus, Jay's…

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  8. The (rational) Burrow conversation

    Paul and Mo opt-in to a logical, nuanced discussion of the Joe Burrow turnover conversation through four weeks. Plus, are they gonna be fine? Then stick around for Bengals conversation from The Skinny Podcast. Win $100 in online bonus in the BetMGM Sportsbook at the Banks Pigskin Pick 'Em…

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  9. Dissecting offensive issues

    Paul and Charlie break down a unique and problematic day for the Bengals offense. Was this scheme, personnel, play calling or some combination of all three? Plus, bringing in offensive coordinator Dan Pitcher into the the coach’s office presented by R&A Marketing to discuss how the staff reacted…

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  10. The Walkout: Jaguars 22, Bengals 17

    Paul and Jay break down the Bengals' loss to the Jaguars from Paycor Stadium. Hear from Chase Brown, Mike Geisicki and Joe Burrow, plus analysis on Burrow's day and the state of the team through the first month. We're back at 50 West! Come hang with us on October 8 at the Wooster location. See…

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  11. Game Preview: Jaguars at Bengals

    Paul and Jay preview Sunday's game between the Bengals and the Jaguars from Fifty West Brewing Company, home of the State of the Bengals on Thursday. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

  12. Who Dey Light: Reasons for optimism

    We're back at 50 West! Come hang with us on October 8 at the Wooster location. See the full schedule of our live shows at www.fiftywestbrew.com/state-of-the-bengals Win $100 in online bonus in the BetMGM Sportsbook at the Banks Pigskin Pick 'Em contest! Sharefax Credit Union has 9 branches across...

  13. Piecing together the secondary puzzle

    Paul and Jay react to a busy day at Paycor Stadium, led by the litany of moving pieces around the secondary. We're back at 50 West! Come hang with us on October 8 at the Wooster location. See the full schedule of our live shows at www.fiftywestbrew.com/state-of-the-bengals Win $100 in online…

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  14. Can the Bengals handle adversity?

    Paul is joined by Mo for a discussion of how the Cincinnati Bengals will react to the first sign of adversity this offseason. Plus, news, promos and Bengals talk with The Skinny Podcast's Richard Skinner and Rick Broering. -Intro and promos -Bengals news -Play Pigskin Pick 'Em at BetMGM…

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  15. Rewatch: Secondary struggles and strategy

    Paul and Charlie rewatch the Bengals’ 30-27 loss to the Steelers and dive into what went wrong on a regression day for the Cincinnati defense. Plus, offensive coordinator Dan Pitcher offers his thoughts on the final play of the day for his offense in the Coach’s Office, presented by R&A…

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  16. The Walkout: Steelers 30, Bengals 27

    Paul and Jay discuss the Bengals' first loss of the season from Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh. Hear from Ja'Marr Chase and Dax Hill as well as insight on the litany of self-inflicted mistakes that doomed the Bengals in the 30-27 defeat. We're back at 50 West! Come hang with us on October 8 at…

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  17. Game preview: Bengals at Steelers

    Paul and Jay preview Sunday's game in Pittsburgh between the Bengals and Steelers. We're back at 50 West! Come hang with us on October 8 at the Wooster location. See the full schedule of our live shows at www.fiftywestbrew.com/state-of-the-bengals Win $100 in online bonus in the BetMGM Sportsbook...

  18. Who Dey Light: Celebrations, contributions and questions

    Paul and Mark kick off the weekend with Who Dey Light. We're back at 50 West! Come hang with us on October 8 at the Wooster location. See the full schedule of our live shows at www.fiftywestbrew.com/state-of-the-bengals Win $100 in online bonus in the BetMGM Sportsbook at the Banks Pigskin Pick…

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  19. PD&Jay: Iosivas fallout, OTs check-in, Pittsburgh view

    Paul and Jay sit down to recap the news and stories coming out of Paycor Stadium as the Bengals get ready to play the Steelers on Sunday. We're back at 50 West! Come hang with us on October 8 at the Wooster location. See the full schedule of our live shows at...

  20. Bengals enjoying the ride

    Paul is joined by Mo Egger to talk about the impressive early returns and vision come to life for the Cincinnati Bengals. Plus, a quick look at news and Bengals talk from Rick Broering and Richard Skinner on The Skinny Podcast. -Win a share of $1K in online bonus bets from BetMGM SportsBook at…

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  21. Rewatch: Pass rush plans

    Paul and Charlie hop turn on the film for the rewatch of the Bengals’ 20-6 victory in Houston with a focus on the defensive line. They welcome senior defensive assistant Sean DeSai into the Coach’s Office presented by R&A Marketing and run through an outstanding day for the Bengals’ edge rushers....

  22. The Walkout: Bengals 20, Texans 6

    Paul and Jay offer reaction to the Bengals’ road victory from Houston. Hear from Joe Burrow, Ja’Marr Chase, Dexter Lawrence, Demetrius Knight Jr. and Amarius Mims. Shop now at www.fabletics.com/growlerpod to get 70- 80% off everything when you sign up as a new VIP. We're back at 50 West! Come…

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  23. Preview: Bengals at Texans

    Paul and Jay run through all you need to know in 20 minutes for Bengals at Texans. We're back at 50 West! Come hang with us on October 8 at the Deerfield location. See the full schedule of our live shows at www.fiftywestbrew.com/state-of-the-bengals Win $100 in online bonus in the BetMGM…

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  24. Who Dey Light: Ja'Marr's week, Burrow's health and Scott Peters' impact

    Paul and Mark kick off the weekend as the Bengals prepare to head to Houston. We're back at 50 West! Come hang with us on October 8 at the Wooster location. See the full schedule of our live shows at www.fiftywestbrew.com/state-of-the-bengals Win $100 in online bonus in the BetMGM Sportsbook at…

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  25. Burrow injury & offensive evolution

    Paul and Jay join and start with the big news of the day at Paycor Stadium before getting into the bigger picture of the offense. Hear from Joe Burrow and Bengals OC Dan Pitcher. We're back at 50 West! Come hang with us on October 8 at the Wooster location. See the full schedule of our live shows...

  26. Bengals encouragement and concerns

    Paul is joined by ESPN 1530's Mo Egger to go over the encouraging and concerning elements from the Bengals' home opener against Tampa Bay. Plus, the Growler debut of The Skinny Podcast as Richard Skinner and Rick Broering give their view of the Bengals win. -Intro -Show rundown -News from Monday...

  27. Rewatch: Bengals LBs & Dexter Lawrence

    Paul and Charlie serve up the first Rewatch show of the season and welcome Bengals’ linebackers coach Mike Hodges into the Coach’s Office presented by R&A Marketing. Also, a closer look at the impact of Dexter Lawrence beyond the stat sheet, Joe Burrow’s interception and a new favorite play.…

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  28. The Walkout: Bengals 33, Bucs 27

    Paul and Jay recap the Bengals’ opening week win against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on the heels of four forced fumbles. Plus, hear from Barrett Carter, Dexter Lawrence and Zac Taylor. We're back at 50 West! See the schedule for our live shows at www.fiftywestbrew.com/state-of-the-bengals Come hang...

  29. Game preview: Bengals vs Bucs

    Paul and Jay run through everything you need to know about the Bengals opener against the Bucs in 20 minutes. Thanks to everyone who joined us at 50 West! See the schedule for our live shows at www.fiftywestbrew.com/state-of-the-bengals Win up to $5,000 in bonus bets at BetMGM Sportsbook at The...

  30. The Growler Live: Season kickoff show from 50 West

    Paul is joined by a plethora of Bengals media members to offer thoughts on the 2026 season. Watch and subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheGrowlerPodcast The Growler on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-growler/id1733476604 The Growler on Spotify:...

  31. Bengals season preview: I know, I think, I wonder

    Paul and Jay sit down to offer a final run of thoughts on the Bengals' season ahead. We're back at 50 West! See the schedule for our live shows at www.fiftywestbrew.com/state-of-the-bengals Come hang with us Thursday at their Deerfield location! You can win two club tickets to the Jacksonville...

  32. Season predictions and scary optimism with Mo Egger

    Paul is joined by Mo Egger as he offers three predictions for the season and they come to grips with an optimism that is uncomfortable for Bengals fans. We're back at 50 West! See the schedule for our live shows at www.fiftywestbrew.com/state-of-the-bengals Come hang with us Thursday! You can win...

  33. Who Dey Light: Predicting Bengals Captains & Team Energy

    Mark is joined by Charlie for a special Who Dey Light to kick off your Labor Day Weekend. They look at the week in Bengals news, conduct a draft of potential Bengals' captains, and answer your questions on the national media's coverage of the Bengals, the tackle situation and locker room music....

  34. PD&Jay: Early-season visions

    Paul and Jay run through the fallout from the final roster cutdown as roles and positional visions start to come into clearer view. We're back at 50 West! Our first live show of the season is September 10 at the Deerfield location. See the full schedule at…

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  35. Who Dey Night: Cutdown day reaction

    Paul, Mark, Jay and Charlie get together to react to the Bengals' cutdown to 53 and where the roster currently stands. -Intro -Running through the cuts -Win $5K in bonus bets from BetMGM at The Banks -Takeaways from the roster cuts -Charlie from Wrigley -One sentence each on Charlie Jones,...

  36. The Walkout: Bengals 30, Eagles 13

    Paul and Jay recap the final game of the Bengals' preseason and the impact on the 53-man roster cut coming Sunday. You can win $5k in bonus bets at BetMGM SportsBook at The Banks! Go down to enter their season-long survivor contest. We're back at 50 West! Our first live show of the season is...

  37. Who Dey Light: Chase's injury, Burrow's urgency and listener questions

    Paul and Mark take listener questions and wrap up Bengals' training camp with the final preseason game on deck. Paul gives a recap of Ja'Marr Chase Day. They break down their favorite Bengals' stories of the week, including the national media's reaction to Joe Burrow's urgency comments and Marvin...

  38. PD&Jay: Trades, concerns and roster shuffling

    Paul and Jay sift through what's happening at the final stretch before roster cutdown. We're back at 50 West! See the schedule for our live shows at www.fiftywestbrew.com/state-of-the-bengals Win up to $5,000 in bonus bets at BetMGM Sportsbook at The Banks. It's free to enter. Sharefax Credit…

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  39. The Walkout: Bengals 27, Bears 9

    Paul and Jay recap the Cincinnati Bengals' victory against the Chicago Bears in the second preseason game. -Intro and headline -Show rundown -BetMGM at The Banks Survivor contest: Win $5K in bonus bets! -Winners -The continued concern on the OL -Best of the locker room: Josh Johnson and Erick All...

  40. Bengals camp report: Joint practice with Chicago

    Paul and Jay react to a full joint practice between the Cincinnati Bengals and Chicago Bears on the practice fields adjacent Paycor Stadium. Sharefax Credit Union has 9 branches across Cincinnati with locations in Batavia, Blue Ash, Eastgate, Evendale, Lebanon, Liberty Township, Mason, Milford &...

  41. Tour of the Bengals' 53

    Paul and Jay crank out a packed show with Cincinnati Bengals' training camp hitting a crescendo with the joint practice against the Bears on Thursday. Get up to $1500 in bonus bets from BetMGM. Download the BetMGM app for details. Sharefax Credit Union has 9 branches across Cincinnati with...

  42. OT concerns, encouraging returns and show surprises with Mo Egger

    Paul and Mo run through a host of issues surrounding the Cincinnati Bengals as training camp begins to wind down. Get up to $1500 in bonus bets from BetMGM. Download the BetMGM app for details. 02:00 Intro and new theme song (!) 07:37 Offensive tackle concern level 16:11 Encouraging takeaways…

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  43. Training camp recap: Day 11

    Paul and Charlie break down Saturday at Bengals training camp, including fallout from Thursday's preseason game against the Lions. Watch and subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheGrowlerPodcast The Growler on Apple Podcasts…

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  44. The Walkout: Bengals 16, Lions 14

    Paul and Jay recap the Cincinnati Bengals' preseason opener on Thursday night from Paycor Stadium. Get $1,500 in bonus bets from BetMGM SportsBook at The Banks. Download the BetMGM app for details. Sharefax Credit Union has 9 branches across Cincinnati with locations in Batavia, Blue Ash…

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  45. Who Dey Night: Rookie Show!

    Paul, Mark, Jay and Charlie weigh in on the training camp turned in by the rookies thus far. Plus, questions from the chat, Jay's Got Challenge Stats and Dad Life closer. Send your questions, comments & sponsorship inquiries to [email protected] Win $1,500 in bonus bets with BetMGM....

  46. Bengals camp recap: Day 9

    Paul and Jay recap one of the most active days of Bengals' training camp. -Intro -TJ Slaton impresses -Well-rounded vision -Tee is still good -Colbie Young flash and miss -Other superlative plays -$50 incoming? -Confident Iosivas Watch and subscribe on YouTube:...

  47. Bengals camp recap: Day 8

    Paul and Jay recap the night practice in the stadium that overcame a storm to sneak in 30 minutes in front of the crowd. Sharefax Credit Union has 9 branches across Cincinnati with locations in Batavia, Blue Ash, Eastgate, Evendale, Lebanon, Liberty Township, Mason, Milford & Western Hills. Learn...

  48. Bengals camp recap: Day 7

    Paul and Jay recap the third day in pads and seventh practice of training camp for the Cincinnati Bengals. 00:00 Theme song and intro 01:15 Cashius Howell pops 05:18 Orlando Brown plants a seed 07:45 Dax Hill battling an ailment 09:43 Jalen Davis makes a play 11:16 Dohnte Meyers has "juice" 14:06...

  49. Who Dey Light: Best camp stories, Mo Egger, candy takes

    Paul and Mark get together to focus on the lighter side of the start of football season. Also, a guest appearance from Mo Egger. Send your questions, comments & sponsorship inquiries to [email protected] Win $1,500 in bonus bets with BetMGM. Sharefax Credit Union has 9 branches across...

  50. Bengals camp recap: Day 6

    Paul and Jay break down the plays and themes that mattered from Day 6 at Bengals' training camp. 00:00 Intro and theme song 01:08 Bengals defense dominates 04:50 Running game improvements 08:00 Notable plays of the day 13:55 Bryan Cook 15:31 Dan Pitcher Send your questions, comments and…

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Paul Dehner Jr., senior Bengals writer for The Athletic, takes you inside Paycor Stadium to keep you informed and entertained on all things Bengals. He's joined by Mo Egger of ESPN1530, Charlie Goldsmith of Fox19 & Charlie's Chalkboard, Jay Morrison, of Sports Illustrated and comedian Mark Chalifoux across four shows a week to elevate the conversation about the team from gritty details to philosophical debates to comical storylines and postgame analysis.

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