In The Trenches with Dave Lapham
Dave Lapham brings his unique view from the worlds of football and broadcasting to his ”In The Trenches” podcast presented by First Star Logistics. Lapham, a 3rd Round selection of the Cincinnati Bengals in the 1974 NFL Draft, spent ten seasons with the Bengals before playing two years for the USFL New Jersey Generals and owner Donald Trump. After his playing career, Lapham became the Bengals color commentator, a position he’s held for over 30-years. Dave uses connections made in sports and broadcasting to bring an exciting and energetic podcast to the masses with ”In The Trenches” presented by First Star Logistics.
Episodes
Thursday Jan 25, 2024
Cincinnati Bengals QB Jake Browning | 2024 Will Be The Year of The Bengals
Thursday Jan 25, 2024
Thursday Jan 25, 2024
Cincinnati Bengals QB Jake Browning joins us today on In the Trenches with Dave Lapham to discuss his amazing run in 2023 and how he believes 2024 will be the year the Bengals take that next step.
Jake played great filling in for Joe Burrow, after Joe's season-ending injury against the Baltimore Ravens. Jake led the Bengals to a 4-3 record and just one game out of the playoffs.
Jake threw for 1,936 yards, 12 touchdowns, and 7 interceptions in seven starts and played well against every opponent besides the Pittsburgh Steelers. The whole league counted out the Bengals when Joe Burrow suffered his season-ending injury but Jake proved that he could be one of the best 32 quarterbacks in the NFL.
The performance from Jake is great for the Bengals as now they have two capable quarterbacks in the building and with Joe's injury history it's very valuable for the Bengals to have a talented backup. Jake's contract is also great for the Bengals as he is under contract for the next two seasons as 2023 counted as his rookie year.
We want to thank Jake for always 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!
Tuesday Jan 23, 2024
Tuesday Jan 23, 2024
Cincinnati Bengals head coach Zac Taylor gave Dave Lapham In The Trenches, presented by First Star Logistics, an exclusive One-on-One interview to discuss several subjects.
The interview was done before news of Bengals offensive coordinator Brian Callahan being reported as the new head coach of the Tennessee Titans dives into what will happen when Callahan takes a head coaching job as Taylor will need to make a hire to fill the loss.
Also discussed are Joe Burrow and Jake Browning, Free Agency, the success of the 2023 NFL Draft, and more.
Tuesday Jan 23, 2024
Tuesday Jan 23, 2024
Monday afternoon, Cincinnati Bengals head coach Zac Taylor spoke with Dave Lapham In The Trenches, presented by First Star Logistics, about several topics surrounding the Bengals since the end of their season.
One of the top topics was the possible changes to Taylor's coaching staff, as offensive coordinator Brian Callahan has been one of the leading names to interview for multiple head coaching jobs in the NFL.
During the interview with Lap, Taylor kept a close eye on his cell phone with the latest update on Callahan as he was in Tennessee for another round of interviews with the Titans.
On Monday night, we learned from several sources that the Tennessee Titans have their new head coach in Bengals offensive coordinator Brian Callahan.
This is a tiny part of our interview with Bengals head coach Zac Taylor. The full interview will discuss the Bengals quarterback situation, how the Bengals look to handle free agency, and more.
Thursday Jan 18, 2024
Thursday Jan 18, 2024
Cincinnati Bengals defense coordinator Lou Anarumo joins us today on In the Trenches with Dave Lapham to discuss and recap the Bengals' disappointing 2023 season.
It was an up-and-down season for the Bengals who dealt with an injured Joe Burrow for the entire season but still managed to end the season with a winning record and were one game away from making the postseason.
One of the biggest surprises of the season was the Bengals defense. After having two very strong seasons in a row it seemed like Coach Anarumo and the players found their stride and that would continue in 2023 but that was not the case.
The defense had some strong performances and played well in some big games but they could never find that consistency that was there in the seasons prior. A big part of that was the loss of both their starting safeties; Jessie Bates and Von Bell. Lou talks about the ups and downs that the defense went through during the season and how he believes the failures of this season will only make the team stronger in 2024.
We want to thank Lou for always 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!
Thursday Jan 18, 2024
Replay Dave Lapham In The Trenches Livestream From 1/16/24
Thursday Jan 18, 2024
Thursday Jan 18, 2024
Did you miss Dave Lapham In The Trenches livestream from the First Star Logistics studio on Tuesday, Jan 16th?
If so, here is your chance to listen to the entire stream done on In The Trenches and on the First Star Media Group YouTube channels as Dave Berk joins Dave to talk all things Cincinnati Bengals and the National Football League playoffs.
Monday Jan 15, 2024
Cincinnati Bengals Wide Receivers Coach Troy Walters | Still A Mission Here
Monday Jan 15, 2024
Monday Jan 15, 2024
When talking about coaches on Zac Taylor's Cincinnati Bengals staff leaving for different jobs, one name that should be talked about more with fans is wide receivers coach Troy Walters. However, NFL teams have noticed Walters's work and have him as a name to watch for offensive coordinator jobs and even as a possible future head coach in the league.
Walters, who played in the NFL for eight seasons and has been with the Bengals since the 2020 season, has been in charge and mentored Ja'Marr Chase, Tee Higgins, and Tyler Boyd, helping each show their talents.
With young players, Charlie Jones and Andrei Iosivas in the fold and the possibility of Higgins and Boyd playing for new teams, his role on the staff is even more important.
We welcome back to In The Trenches with Dave Lapham, presented by First Star Logistics, Bengals wide receivers coach Troy Walters.
Tuesday Jan 09, 2024
Tuesday Jan 09, 2024
NFL analyst Phil Simms returns to In The Trenches with Dave Lapham, presented by First Star Logistics, in Part Two to discuss what the Cincinnati Bengals should expect during the offseason after missing the playoffs.
The two-time Super Bowl-winning quarterback knows about going from championship games to out of the playoffs from his time with the New York Giants, how a player feels during the offseason, how they can rebound next season as they'll face changes in their roster, and the importance of getting the right players around Joe Burrow.
Should Zac Taylor push his team hard during the preseason instead of taking it easy to avoid injury so they get off to a faster start?
Did Jake Browning prove to be as good or better than Joe Burrow?
How many quarterbacks should an NFL team keep on their roster?
What change would Phil Simms make to the NFL if he was commissioner for a day?
Phil will also give a few stories on playing for one of the all-time best NFL coaches, Bill Parcells, and more.
Sunday Jan 07, 2024
Sunday Jan 07, 2024
Going into "The Battle of Ohio" against AFC North rival, the Cleveland Browns, the Cincinnati Bengals knew the season would end, win or lose.
Despite the end results, several players knew this could be their final time taking the Paycor Stadium turf as a member of the Bengals, and some were looking to add to their career totals or join select groups with a catch or run.
After trading interceptions with the Browns, quarterback Jake Browning settled down and would have another performance that will continue to show the Bengals and the NFL he might be more than just a backup in the coming years, going 18-of-24 for 156 yards and three touchdowns in the 31-14 win moving the Bengals to 9-8 on the season and making the AFC North the first division to have every team end the regular season with a winning record for the first time since 1935.
Dave Lapham joined Dave Berk on the final In The Trenches with Dave Lapham postgame call, presented by First Star Logistics of the season, to discuss the win, the top performances, and more.
Friday Jan 05, 2024
Friday Jan 05, 2024
Two-time Super Bowl-winning quarterback for the New York Football Giants and longtime NFL analyst Phil Simms returns to In The Trenches with Dave Lapham, presented by First Star Logistics, to discuss the ups and downs of the Cincinnati Bengals as they get ready to close out their season against the Cleveland Browns.
This is Part One of Two with the former Super Bowl MVP and NFL Man of the Year, who is a Giants Ring of Honor member and has his No. 1 jersey retired by the Giants.
Remember to participate in the First Star Logistics Giveaway with one game remaining and one final prize being dinner with @Dave_Lapham and @TheSitdown513 at Jeff Ruby's Steakhouse. Visit First Star Logistics on X (Twitter) for details each week during the season. https://twitter.com/Firststarlog
Friday Jan 05, 2024
Friday Jan 05, 2024
The final Keys To a Cincinnati Bengals victory is here as the Cleveland Browns head to Paycor Stadium for a Week 18 matchup between two AFC North longtime rivals.
The Battle of Ohio has not gone the way of the Bengals lately, as the Browns have won six of the past seven meetings between the two clubs.
Now, with the Browns headed to the playoffs and the Bengals looking to finish with a winning record for the third consecutive season, a pair of backup quarterbacks will lead both squads.
Jump in with Dave Lapham In The Trenches, presented by First Star Logistics, to get the last Keys To Victory of the 2023 season as Jeff Driskel and Jake Browning will lead their respective teams.
Remember to participate in the First Star Logistics Giveaway with one game remaining and one final prize being dinner with @Dave_Lapham and @TheSitdown513 at Jeff Rubys Steakhouse. Visit First Star Logistics on X (Twitter) for details each week during the season. https://twitter.com/Firststarlog
Thursday Jan 04, 2024
Thursday Jan 04, 2024
After back-to-back AFC North Divisional titles and AFC Championship Game appearances, the Cincinnati Bengals will be watching the playoffs at home this postseason.
Bengals defensive coordinator Lou Anarumo knows that his defense has seen some bright spots, with several young players taking on critical roles after the departure of a couple of top veteran performers.
While it would be easy to point fingers, Anarumo knows that will not help in the continued development of the defense as they prepare for their final game of the season in the Battle of Ohio against the Cleveland Browns. Anarumo also knows it's the NFL, and you can't go out and have errors if you expect to win games.
The veteran NFL coach returned to In The Trenches with Dave Lapham, presented by First Star Logistics, to discuss the failures against the Kansas City Chiefs and what lies ahead against the Browns.
Sunday Dec 31, 2023
Sunday Dec 31, 2023
The Cincinnati Bengals entered their contest against the Kansas City Chiefs with one mission. Win their ninth game of the season and keep their playoff hopes alive for another week.
Despite playing the back half of the season without Joe Burrow, the play of Jake Browning has kept playoff hopes alive. That came crashing down after a solid start in the first half that saw the Bengals keeping Patrick Mahomes in check and putting up three scores to hold a 17-7 advantage midway through the second quarter.
However, everyone has learned to refrain from counting out an Andy Reid squad with Mahomes behind center. While the Bengals held the Chiefs to only one touchdown in the first quarter of play, Mahomes put the Chiefs in position to get six field goals from Harrison Butker on their way to a 25-17 victory that sealed the Bengals fate for the season.
After calling the action on the First Star Logistics Bengals Radio Network, Dave Lapham joined Dave Berk for a postgame call on In The Trenches with Dave Lapham, presented by First Star Logistics, to give a quick breakdown of what happened during the game that made the difference between a win and a loss.
DAVE LAPHAM
Dave Lapham brings his unique view from the worlds of football and broadcasting to his ”In The Trenches” podcast presented by First Star Logistics. Lapham, a 3rd Round selection of the Cincinnati Bengals in the 1974 NFL Draft, spent ten seasons with the Bengals before playing two years for the USFL New Jersey Generals and owner Donald Trump. After his playing career ended, Lapham became the Bengals color commentator, a position he’s held for over 30 years. Dave uses connections made in sports and broadcasting to bring an exciting and energetic podcast to the masses with ”In The Trenches,” presented by First Star Logistics.