In The Trenches with Dave Lapham

Discover Why Maema Njongmeta Couldn't Stop Smiling with Bengals

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Cincinnati Bengals rookie linebacker Maema Njongmeta had never suffered pain like he did when told he'd made the Bengals' 53-man roster.
Days later, he was recovering from smiling so hard for achieving a major athletic goal, becoming an official member of an NFL team after having a breakthrough training camp and preseason.
Despite all his athletic achievements, Njongmeta is still working on reaching the level of his parents academically as the family continues to add to their total number of degrees.
Njongmeta joined Dave Lapham In The Trenches, presented by First Star Logistics, to discuss his success on and off the field leading up to his successful run as a professional football player.

The Exciting Return Home of Bengals TE Erick All

Cincinnati Bengals rookie tight end Erick Hall knows all about the Cincinnati Bengals, having grown up a short drive away in Fairfield, Ohio.
Now, after being drafted by the hometown team, All is excited about his return home after playing his college ball at the University of Michigan and the University of Iowa.
After a college career where All has fought off injuries, he's looking to continue his growth in a solid tight end room with the Bengals and one of the top quarterbacks, Joe Burrow, delivering the football.
Learn more about the Hometown Bengals tight end Erick All on the latest episode of Dave Lapham In The Trenches, presented by First Star Logistics.

Exciting Update: Sam Hubbard Ready for Week One

Cincinnati Bengals veteran defensive end Sam Hubbard enters his seventh season in the NFL with the same enthusiasm and excitement he had the first time he took the Paycor Stadium field.
The Cincinnati Kid jumped In The Trenches with Dave Lapham, presented by First Star Logistics, to talk about coming back from an early training camp injury, his work with his foundation, how some of the young and new members of the Bengals defense are fairing heading into the season and more in this exclusive One-on-One interview with one of the best to wear stripes.

Phil Simms Part Two - I Don't Worry About The Bengals, They Have Ammo

Part Two of our conversation with longtime NFL analyst and former New York Giants quarterback Phil Simms on Dave Lapham In The Trenches, presented by First Star Logistics.
Simms, always a favorite guest with Dave Lapham, digs into why he's not too worried about Joe Burrow and the Bengals this season as he sees a team loaded with ammo. 
Why are the Bengals a favorite across the league?
Simms breaks down how successful the Bengals' past draft was in providing head coach Zac Taylor and Burrow more weapons, especially with offensive tackle Amarius Mims, tight end Erick All, and wide receiver Jermaine Burton, along with some hidden gems drafted in the later rounds on defense.

Lou Anarumo: Bengals Ready To Put It On Display Sunday

If you have ten minutes and want to know all about the Cincinnati Bengals defense, you came to the right place as we caught up with Bengals defensive coordinator Lou Anarumo to talk about the players making up his defense and their upcoming opponent, the New England Patriots.
Trust me, you will not want to miss this exclusive One-on-One with Coach Anarumo on Dave Lapham In The Trenches, presented by First Star Logistics.
Who all did we talk about? Would this list work for you?
Sheldon Rankins, Kris Jenkins Jr., Dax Hill, Josh Newton, Trey Hendrickson, Cedric Johnson, Daijahn Anthony, Geno Stone, Maema Njongmeta, KJ Henry, and I'm sure we've left someone out.

Dave Lapham: Week 1 Depth Chart Moves - 2024 Bengals Team Captains

The Cincinnati Bengals took the next step in their preparations for the New England Patriots on Monday afternoon as Bengals head coach Zac Taylor announced a couple of crucial depth chart moves for the New England Patriots along with the 2024 Bengals team captains.
Dave Lapham joined Dave Berk to discuss the moves as the 2024 NFL season is here on the latest Dave Lapham In The Trenches, presented by First Star Logistics.

Phil Simms: High Expectations For Bengals In 2024 - Part One of Two

One of our favorite guests on Dave Lapham In The Trenches, presented by First Star Logistics, is former New York Giants quarterback and longtime football analyst Phil Simms.
This is part one of two with Phil as we look at what the two-time Super Bowl Champion, Super Bowl MVP, and NFL Man of the Year thinks about the 2024 version of the Cincinnati Bengals.
We discuss Phil's thoughts about Joe Burrow as he returns from his season-ending injury and the makeup of the Bengals roster compared to others in the NFL.
What do those around the NFL think of Zac Taylor and the Bengals coaching staff, especially defensive coordinator Lou Anarumo?
What players impress Phil in what they bring to the field?
All this and more as Phil has high expectations for the Bengals this season.

Livestream Replay: Insider Look: Breakdown Bengals Roster Cuts

Did you miss Dave Lapham's In The Trenches Livestream from the First Star Logistics Studios on Tuesday afternoon after the Cincinnati Bengals made their roster cuts?
 
If so, here is a replay from the stream as Dave Lapham and Dave Berk took questions from those on YouTube, along with Lap's thoughts on how the roster looks and if it will stay that way in the coming days or weeks.

Dave Lapham Reaction | Bengals Fall 27-14 To Colts - Roster Cuts Next

The preseason is over, as the Bengals fell 27-14 to the Indianapolis Colts in the final preseason game. Dave Lapham joined Dave Berk to discuss the performances of players looking to earn their spot on the 53-man roster when teams have to make their cuts by Tuesday afternoon.
In this episode of Dave Lapham In The Trenches, presented by First Star Logistics, we take a final look at a game in which the Bengals played their second and third-team players against the Colts first team for most of the early part of the game. 
Before turning our attention to who might have helped or hurt themselves when the Bengals coaching staff makes their cuts.
All this and more in the latest In The Trenches with Dave Lapham.

Expert Insight: Dave Lapham Bengals vs. Colts Joint Practice Report

The Cincinnati Bengals' final preseason practice was a joint practice against the Indianapolis Colts on Tuesday afternoon. Dave Lapham was on hand for all the action as the Bengals prepared for their final preseason game of the season against the Colts on Thursday night from Paycor Stadium.
Covered in this episode of Dave Lapham In The Trenches, presented by First Star Logistics, includes details on the good and bad from the joint practice session, the injury to second-year defensive end Myles Murphy, why Joe Burrow has become a gloved one the past few practices, and the latest on the Bengals and Ja'Marr Chase working on a contract extension.

Cincinnati Bengals Legendary Running Back Corey Dillon | Bengals 2024 Ring of Honor

Cincinnati Bengals all-time running back Corey Dillon joins us today on In the Trenches with Dave Lapham to discuss his legendary career in Cincinnati and how honored he is to be inducted into the Bengals Ring of Honor in 2024.
Lap and Corey reflect on Corey's career from his recording-breaking game vs the Denver Broncos where he rushed for 278 yards to his time in New England where he won a Super Bowl with Tom Brady.
Corey and Tim Krumrie will be inducted into the Bengals Ring of Honor on September 23rd in the Bengals Monday night game against the Washington Commanders.
We want to thank Corey Dillon for being a fantastic guest and for joining us today on In the Trenches with Dave Lapham brought to you by First Star Logistics. We also look forward to growing our new central channel, First Star Media Group, and having you fans follow us along the ride. A lot more content is coming soon so definitely hit that subscribe button so you never miss one of our uploads! As always Who Dey!

Dave Lapham: Exclusive Bengals Camp Update Aug. 19th

Training Camp for the Cincinnati Bengals is winding down as the Bengals get ready to welcome the Indianapolis Colts for a joint practice on Tuesday before the two finish preseason play on Thursday night.
Dave Lapham was on hand for practice and gave this exclusive Bengals camp update on Dave Lapham In The Trenches, presented by First Star Logistics.