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Bengals Draft: Post-Combine REPORT with Dave Lapham & Solomon Wilcots

Get an insider's perspective on the Cincinnati Bengals' draft for 2025 with this exclusive interview featuring Bengals legend Dave Lapham and former Bengals safety and NFL analyst Solomon Wilcots!
Join Dave and Solomon on In The Trenches with Dave Lapham, presented by First Star Logistics, as they examine the upcoming NFL Draft. They dissect key positions that the Bengals need and identify potential prospects who could make an immediate impact. From reinforcing the offensive and defensive lines to adding explosive playmakers, they explore the team's priorities and the overall depth of the draft class.
Solomon, a former NFL safety and award-winning broadcaster, shares his expert analysis of the top safeties in the draft, including Xavier Watts from Notre Dame. He breaks down their strengths, weaknesses, and potential fit with the Bengals' defense under new Defensive Coordinator Al Golden. Learn why Solomon believes Watts' football IQ, versatility, and disciplined approach make him a perfect match for Zac Taylor's vision.
Dave and Solomon also discuss:
The importance of drafting players with a high football IQ and a strong work ethic, echoing the principles of legendary Bengals coach Paul Brown.
The depth of the offensive line and defensive line classes highlights potential gems in rounds 2 through 6.
The strength of the running back and tight end pools and how the Bengals might look to add depth at those positions.
The impact of Al Golden's coaching philosophy and how it could transform the Bengals' defense.
Recounts Wilcots interview of Deion Sanders years ago at Reds spring training that saved his broadcasting career, and interviewing Shedeur Sanders, one of the top quarterbacks in this draft, on why he decided not to workout at the NFL Combine.
Whether you're a die-hard Bengals fan or just a football lover, this interview is packed with valuable insights, draft analysis, and behind-the-scenes stories you won't want to miss. 
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Troy Walters: Bengals WR Coach on the 2025 NFL Combine and the Pursuit of Excellence

Dive deep into the insights of Cincinnati Bengals Wide Receivers Coach Troy Walters in this exclusive interview with Dave Lapham during NFL Combine Week! Coach Walters, a former Indianapolis Colts standout and a highly respected figure in the NFL, shares his unique perspective on player development, team dynamics, and the relentless pursuit of greatness.
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Al Golden: Came Back To Cincinnati To Win It All

Get ready to dive deeply into the Cincinnati Bengals' new defensive strategy! In this must-watch episode of In the Trenches with Dave Lapham, presented by First Star Logistics, with a sit down with the Bengals' newly appointed defensive coordinator, the brilliant Al Golden! 
Discover his vision for the defense, his insights into the upcoming NFL Draft, and his plan to conquer the tough AFC North. Buckle up, Bengals fans, because this is your inside look!
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We're honored to welcome Al Golden back to the show this week. Coach Golden brings a wealth of experience to Cincinnati, having served as an assistant coach, head coach, and defensive coordinator in college football and the National Football League. He also brings a wide perspective that allows him to understand exactly what is expected to be great. Known for his disciplined approach, organized schemes, and collaborative leadership, Coach Golden's arrival in Cincinnati has sparked excitement among fans and analysts alike.
In this episode, Dave Lapham dives deep with Coach Golden, exploring key topics including:
Golden's Defensive Philosophy: What core principles will guide the Bengals' defense under his leadership? How will his approach differ from previous seasons? What can Bengal fans expect?
Building a Culture of Success: Coach Golden focuses on creating a strong team culture, emphasizing discipline, communication, and a commitment to excellence. Learn how he plans to instill these values within the Bengals' defensive unit.
The NFL Draft & Talent Acquisition: Coach Golden shares his insights into the upcoming NFL Draft, highlighting potential targets and discussing the importance of identifying players who fit the Bengals' defensive scheme and culture. What are his plans on the defensive side for Free Agency?
Player Development & Versatility: Discover Coach Golden's approach to developing players, emphasizing position versatility and maximizing each player's strengths.
This interview offers a detailed look into Al Golden's vision for the Bengals' defense. Coach Golden emphasizes the importance of a well-rounded approach, combining sound fundamentals with innovative schemes. He is a strong proponent of building an adaptable and aggressive defense capable of dictating terms to opposing offenses.
He also emphasizes developing players to their full potential rather than trying to fit square pegs into round holes. This approach allows the team to utilize each player’s unique abilities.
Golden is also a stickler for horizontal depth where the player can handle multiple positions, and the scheme will adapt to that particular player.
Coach Golden's experience at Notre Dame, including their impressive 13-game winning streak and appearance in the National Championship game, demonstrates his ability to lead a team to success. The interview highlights his leadership skills, strategic thinking, and passion for the game.
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Bengals DL Coach Jerry Montgomery: Combine, Scouting, Free Agency, and Team Building

Get an exclusive peek behind the scenes of the NFL Combine with Jerry Montgomery, the new defensive line coach for the Cincinnati Bengals! In this insightful interview from "In The Trenches with Dave Lapham," brought to you by First Star Logistics, Coach Montgomery shares his firsthand experiences navigating the whirlwind of the combine and building a championship-caliber team.
Coach Montgomery dives deep into the critical tasks that consume his days, from evaluating college talent and veteran free agents to conducting meetings with the Bengals coaching staff to assemble the team's playbook for the upcoming season. With the entire NFL descending upon Indianapolis, time management is of the essence. He reveals how he prioritizes these responsibilities while balancing his family commitments.
Key Topics Discussed:
The Combine Experience: Coach Montgomery provides a detailed account of his activities at the NFL Combine, including player evaluations, meetings with agents, and strategy sessions with the Bengals coaching staff.
Evaluating Talent: He discusses his approach to scouting college prospects and veteran free agents, emphasizing the importance of game tape and combined performance. He also stresses the significance of identifying versatile players who can fill multiple roles on the defensive line.
Defensive Scheme and Philosophy: Coach Montgomery shares his insights on the Bengals' defensive scheme under defensive coordinator Al Golden. He highlights Golden's collaborative approach and his willingness to listen to input from the coaching staff.
The Importance of Team Chemistry: He underscores the need for a strong locker room and the ability to mentor young players, especially those with potential off-field concerns.
Balancing Work and Family: Coach Montgomery candidly discusses the challenges of juggling his demanding coaching career with his responsibilities as a husband and father.
Resiliency and Adaptability: With his experience as a player and a coach, he highlights the importance of these traits in navigating the NFL's unpredictable world.
Insights into the Bengals:
Coach Montgomery praises the current Bengals roster, noting that he hopes to retain key pieces from last season. He also mentions his communications with current players, indicating his commitment to building relationships and setting expectations.
He emphasizes the importance of the offensive and defensive lines.
He shares his perspective on the Bengals' upcoming schedule, including his familiarity with the New England Patriots and New York Jets, having coached against them in recent seasons.
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Whether you're an NFL fan, a coach, or simply interested in leadership and team building, this interview with Jerry Montgomery offers a unique and valuable perspective. You will gain insights into the complex process of creating a winning formula in the NFL while learning about the challenges and rewards of life as a coach.
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Former NFL Coach Jim McNally | Bengals Have to Dominate in the Trenches Moving Forward

Former Bengals and NFL Offensive line Coach Jim McNally joins us today on In the Trenches with Dave Lapham to discuss how the Bengals need to dominate in the trenches if they want to return to competing in the AFC.
Coach McNally has decades of NFL experience including coaching Lap when he played for the Bengals and coaching the Bengal's new offensive line coach Scott Peters when Peters played with the New York Giants. McNally believes Coach Peters is one of the best young NFL coaches in the league and can't be more excited to see what he does with our offensive line in 2025. 
How do you feel about new offensive line coach Scott Peters? 
Should the Bengals add to their offensive line in free agency or the NFL draft? 
We want to thank Coach McNally 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! 
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Bengals Director of Player Performance Joey Boese | Bengals New Additions Will Bring A New Spark

Bengal's Director of Player Performance Joey Boese joins us today on In the Trenches with Dave Lapham to discuss the Bengals new coaching additions that will bring a much-needed new spark to the Bengals in 2025.
Joey is a unique person in the Bengals organization as he works with all the players equally, compared to the position coaches who only coach their set players. Joey gets to know each player firsthand and forms a training plan for them for the off-season and during the season. 
We want to thank Joey 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! 
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Jordan Kovacs: Bengals Fans Should Be HYPED

As a former NFL safety, Jordan Kovacs understands the mentality of both players and coaches. After his first season as the Cincinnati Bengals' secondary/safeties coach, Kovacs has been retained by new defensive coordinator Al Golden. 
While grateful for the opportunity that Lou Anarumo and Zac Taylor gave him, he's also excited for Golden's return to the staff and the additions of linebackers coach Mike Hodges and defensive line coach Jerry Montgomery.
Kovacs returns to In The Trenches with Dave Lapham, presented by First Star Logistics, to discuss the new coaching additions and what he expects from the Bengals' defense, including Jordan Battle, Geno Stone, and more.

Solomon Wilcots: Talks BENGALS - Eagles Super Bowl DOMINANCE and Passing Of Dick Jauron

We always appreciate Solomon Wilcots's visiting Dave Lapham In The Trenches, presented by First Star Logistics. 
During his most recent visit, Solomon and Lap discussed Zac Taylor and the Cincinnati Bengals' newest coaching hires, as well as players entering free agency or looking for the Bengals to step up with new contracts or trade them away.
The two also give their thoughts on the recent dominating win by the Philadelphia Eagles over the Kansas City Chiefs in the Super Bowl and the sudden passing of former Bengals player and longtime NFL coach Dick Jauron.

Dave Lapham: Super Bowl Recap as Eagles Dominate Chiefs

The 2024/25 NFL season is officially over, as the Philadelphia Eagles defeated the two-time defending Super Bowl champions, the Kansas City Chiefs, 40-22 in Super Bowl LIX.
The game was decided "In The Trenches." Monday, Dave Lapham jumped in the First Star Logistics Studios to give his thoughts on the Eagles' big win as Jalen Hurts again outplayed Patrick Mahomes as the Eagles defense sacked Mahomes six times. Cooper DeJean gave himself a significant birthday memory with a pick-six touchdown in the second quarter.

Dave Lapham: Reminiscing About Former Teammate Dick Jauron

Dave Lapham took time to do some reminiscing about his former teammate and crosstown rival Dick Jauron, who passed away on February 8th from cancer.
While Jauron only played a few years with the Bengals, Lap knew all about one of the all-time greatest football players and athletes from Massachusetts as the two grew up just a short distance away.
Jauron was great not only on the field but also in the classroom. In 1972, at Yale, he was selected as a National Football Foundation Scholar Athlete and set records that stood until the early 2000s.
Jauron would enter the coaching profession after his playing days and, after serving as an assistant coach for the Bills, Packers, and Jaguars, would be named the head coach of the Chicago Bears. 
Dick Jauron was 74 years old and will be missed.

Orlando Brown Spills The Surprising Truth About Working With NEW Coaches In 2025

Orlando Brown Jr. has learned the NFL is a business before it's a sport. During his career, Brown has worked with several coaches, and while sad to see Frank Pollack's time with the Cincinnati Bengals ended, Brown knows new offensive line coaches Scott Peters and Michael McCarthy will bring new tools to work with for the 2025 season.
Brown returned to In The Trenches with Dave Lapham, presented by First Star Logistics, to discuss the injury that sidelined him during part of the season, his return to the field, and his excitement with all the new coaches on both sides of the ball working to lead the Bengals to another AFC North title, AFC Championship, and Super Bowl appearance.

Bengals LB Logan Wilson ECSTATIC By Al Golden's Return & More

At the beginning of his Cincinnati Bengals career, linebacker Logan Wilson was connected with the new Bengals defensive coordinator, Al Golden.
Golden, the Bengals' linebackers coach at the time, scouted and worked out Wilson before the 2020 NFL Draft when the Bengals selected the Wyoming product in the third round with the 65th pick.
After two starting assignments as a rookie, Wilson was named the starting middle linebacker heading into his second season. He played a significant role in the team's playoff wins, becoming AFC Champions and earning a spot in the Super Bowl.
With Golden leaving after the Super Bowl for the defensive coordinator position at the University of Notre Dame, Wilson had to adapt to a new linebackers coach. Now, the coach who played a major role in his joining the Bengals has Wilson ecstatic about his return as defensive coordinator.
In this episode of In The Trenches with Dave Lapham, presented by First Star Logistics, Logan Wilson talks about his excitement about Al Golden's return, the latest on how his rehab is going, and new linebackers coach Mike Hodges.