In The Trenches with Dave Lapham

Dan Hoard | Bearcats Football and Basketball Future Bright

The longtime voice of the University of Cincinnati joined In The Trenches with Dave Lapham to discuss the change from the American Athletic Conference to the Big 12 as well as new head football coach Scott Satterfield and men's basketball coach Wes Miller.
Football will see some changes as Satterfield will bring a different offensive and defensive attack, with several new Bearcats having been added to the roster through transfers. Learn more about the player's Hoard feels Bearcat fans should be watching for.
On the basketball side, Hoard is excited about the new players wearing the Red and Black in the program's first year in a Power Five Conference. Miller has also added some key components via the transfer portal.

Dan Hoard | Will Bengals Win Lombardi Trophy In 2023?

Since 2011, I've enjoyed sharing the broadcast booth calling Cincinnati Bengals games with one of the best in the business, Dan Hoard.
Dan has earned honors for Ohio Sportscaster of the Year four times and was inducted into the University of Cincinnati James P. Kelly Athletics Hall of Fame in 2019 and Chautauqua Sports Hall of Fame in 2016.
With Bengals OTAs and minicamp now over and the countdown to the start of what should be another exciting season with Joe Burrow at the helm of the Bengals offense and Lou Anarumo returning to call the defense, many feel the Cincinnati Bengals are poised to win their first Super Bowl.
We talk about the changes and why there is so much excitement when talking about the Bengals during the 2023 season on the latest episode of In The Trenches with Dave Lapham, presented by First Star Logistics.

Bengals Center Ted Karras | The Bengals Chemistry Is The Best It’s Ever Been Going Into 2023

#bengals Cincinnati Bengal's Center Ted Karras makes his return In The Trenches with Dave Lapham. Ted catches us up on the Bengals June OTAs and how the team to him seems closer than ever. With the entire coaching staff returning this season the practices seem to be going very well and being done with a lot of intensity this early on in the offseason. A lot of reports suggesting the practices feel fast and smooth which is a great sign meaning the players are buying in to what the coaches are preaching. Ted says the offensive line is building chemistry very well this offseason and with the return of Jonah Williams is only going to make that better. We love having Ted join us again on In the Trenches with Dave Lapham pretended by First Star Logistics and if you fans want to support Ted's foundation check out his website right here. Who Dey! https://cincyshirts.com/collections/headwear

Bengals OC Brian Callahan Part 2 | It All Starts and Ends with Joe Burrow

We finish our conversation with Cincinnati Bengals offensive coordinator Brian Callahan as the Bengals have finished OTAs and minicamp with the start of the 2023 season just weeks away as Joe Burrow will look to lead the Bengals to another AFC North Championship and a deep run in the playoffs with a Super Bowl win the ultimate goal.
Callahan knows success starts and ends with Joe Burrow but is confident the Bengals roster has a mastery of the coaches system on both sides of the ball.
Also discussed on In The Trenches with Dave Lapham, presented by First Star Logistics, is new backup quarterback Trevor Siemian, the battle he'll face from Jake Browning in camp, and more.

Brian Callahan Part 1 - Offensive Newcomers Stepping Forward

The end of OTAs and minicamps by the Cincinnati Bengals means the 2023 season will be here before we know it. Bengals offensive coordinator Brian Callahan returns to In The Trenches with Dave Lapham, presented by First Star Logistics, to explain how the offensive unit looked and more.
In Part One, Callahan talks about new tight end Irv Smith Jr., drafted wide receivers Charlie Jones and Andrei Iosivas, the addition of Orland Brown Jr, and undrafted college free agent Jaxson Kirkland who has opened some eyes early, showing how much depth along the Bengals offensive line.
Callahan and the Bengals coaching staff know there will be some hard cuts to make when they look to make a final roster before the Bengals open the season against the Cleveland Browns.

Bengals DC Lou Anarumo - We’re Battle Tested

Cincinnati Bengals defensive coordinator Lou Anarumo returns to In The Trenches with Dave Lapham, presented by First Star Logistics, to discuss the recent mini-camp workouts as fans can start counting down the days until camp opens in late July with huge expectations with the signing of key free agents, drafting of talent to provide more depth and a majority of core players returning on both sides of the ball.
Ararumo looks at what is expected from the 2023 rookie class and how the newest Bengals on defense have adapted to his defensive scheme.

Chris Simms Part 2 | Special Era Of Quarterbacks & Next In Line

In Part Two with Chris Simms on In The Trenches with Dave Lapham, presented by First Star Logistics, we continue to discuss the recently released Top 40 NFL Quarterbacks released by Simms and how some lower-ranked signal callers could rebound for big seasons.
However, the next line of signal callers heading to the NFL is looking to make their mark as players like Caleb Williams (USC), Michael Penix Jr. (Washington), Drake Maye (North Carolina), and Ohio State's new starting quarterback, Kyle McCord, look poised to be the next players headed for the first round of a future NFL Draft.

Chris Simms Part 1 | We’re In A Special Era Of Quarterbacks

One of our favorite guests on In The Trenches with Dave Lapham, presented by First Star Logistics, returns as Chris Simms recently released his 2023 NFL Quarterback Rankings.
Simms discusses how special of an era the NFL is in right now at the quarterback position, especially the strength of play in the AFC and the AFC North led by Joe Burrow, Lamar Jackson, Deshaun Watson, and Kenny Pickett. 
This is Part One of Two, so stay tuned for Part Two later this week.

Bengals Punter Brad Robbins | Brings ”A” Game Everyday

When the Cincinnati Bengals selected Michigan punter Brad Robbins in the sixth round of the 2023 NFL Draft, they sent a message about competition being open at every position on the field.
Last season saw a change at punter, with longtime punter Kevin Huber being pushed by Drue Chrisman before Huber was released and Chrisman was signed to the active roster.
Now, Chrisman will be pushed, as many expect Robbins to replace the former Ohio State punter this season.
Robbins joins Dave Lapham In The Trenches, presented by First Star Logistics, to discuss being a multi-sport athlete growing up in Central Ohio, choosing Michigan despite his parents both being Ohio State grads, playing for Jim Harbaugh and how an injury prepared him to think of a life without the game of football.

Bengals HC Zac Taylor - OTAs - Rookies Breakdown - 2023 Schedule - One-on-One with Dave Lapham

We welcome back to In The Trenches with Dave Lapham, presented by First Star Logistics, Cincinnati Bengals head coach Zac Taylor for an in-depth look at the Bengals rookies and new free agents and an early look at the 2023 NFL schedule.
Lapham and Taylor talk about the newest veteran additions like Orlando Brown, Nick Scott, Sidney Jones, Cody Ford, and Tarell Basham while also giving snapshots of all seven 2023 draft picks, Myles Murphy, DJ Turner, Jordan Battle, Charlie Jones, Chase Brown, Andrei Iosivas, and Brad Robbins, as well as one massive undrafted free agent signed.
Before we know it, the Bengals will welcome the Green Bay Packers to Paycor for pre-season play as they prepare for their season opener against AFC North rival, the Cleveland Browns, to kick off their title defense.

Cincinnati Bengals Middle Linebacker Logan Wilson | Bengals Defense Will Be Even Better In 2023

#bengals Cincinnati Bengals middle linebacker Logan Wilson joins Dave Lapham in the Trenches today brought to you by First Star Logistics. Logan is coming off two amazing seasons where he has excelled as a young player in the NFL. The 2023 season is a big season for Logan because it's the final year of his contract so he will try to play his best to earn the most money possible for his next contract.
Logan and Bengals have already begun contract negotiations but will most likely be on hold until the Bengals figure out Joe Burrow's contract first. Wilson isn't focused on his contract though he is focused on being the leader of one of the best defenses in the NFL. With Jessie Bates leaving in free agency Wilson will have to step up and be the quarterback of this very strong defense. Lapham and Wilson talk about his defense back upbringing and how that has helped him be one of the best cover linebackers in the NFL.
Wilson also shows high praise for defense coordinator Lou Anarumo who has made a name for himself the past two seasons and if the Bengals defense has another strong year in 2023 you figure it will be hard to keep teams away from Lou as their head coach in the years to come.

Jimmy Burrow | One Of These Days I Bet He’ll Be Good

Jimmy Burrow is back on In The Trenches with Dave Lapham, presented by First Star Logistics, to discuss his son Joe Burrow and how things are progressing as the Cincinnati Bengals continue OTAs with some new additions to the offense from the draft and free agency, especially what tight end Irv Smith Jr. brings to the Bengals offense.
Also discussed is the work done by the Joe Burrow Foundation in Cincinnati and Louisiana and how fans of Joe's can help the foundation help more people during their latest Joe Burrow Foundation competition between the two areas with the "Let's Do Good" competition. 
The challenge runs through June 6, with fans being able to purchase apparel celebrating Burrow's career in both areas. 
Over 4,600 items were sold during last year's challenge, with Cincinnati fans winning bragging rights with more than 2,800 purchases.