In The Trenches with Dave Lapham

Cris Collinsworth | Cincinnati Bengals Draft, Free Agency and 2022 Outlook with Dave Lapham

We welcome back Cris Collinsworth to In The Trenches with Dave Lapham, presented by First Star Logistics.
One of the most prominent authorities on the NFL, Collinsworth brings his vast knowledge of the game, especially when it comes to the Cincinnati Bengals, to discuss everything from his ownership of Pro Football Focus to working on NBC Sunday Night Football, the Bengals draft and newest additions vie free agency.
Collinsworth also answers the question as to why someone accused him of not liking Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow and much more.

Replay | Dave Lapham In The Trenches May 18 2022

Did you miss our "Live Stream" on In The Trenches presented by First Star Logistics on May 18th, 2022? Here is your chance to listen to what you missed with our replay of the stream where we talked about all things Cincinnati Bengals as things are heating up with OTAs.

Dave Lapham || Cincinnati Bengals Must Survive Second Half Gauntlet For 2022 Playoff Run

Last season the Cincinnati Bengals got vital wins late in the season that helped them win the AFC North and make a pivotal run to Super Bowl LVI. 
Dave Lapham In The Trenches, presented by First Star Logistics, already looked at the 2022 schedule as a whole and now looks at a critical stretch in the second half of the 2022 NFL season the Bengals must survive if expected to have an opportunity to make the playoffs and enjoy another magical season.
The second half of the Bengals season is a gauntlet or meat grinder with some of the top performers in the NFL, including Tennessee Titans running back Derrick Henry, Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady, Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes, Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen, and Hall of Fame coach Bill Belichick to go along with AFC North battles against Cleveland Browns new quarterback Deshaun Watson and Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson.

Dave Lapham || Cincinnati Bengals 2022 Schedule Release Quick Look

Dave Lapham In The Trenches, presented by First Star Logistics, takes a quick look at all 18 weeks of the Cincinnati Bengals 2022 schedule.
The Bengals have a slate full of primetime match-ups after winning the AFC North and AFC Conference Championship to Super Bowl LVI, where they fell to the Los Angeles Rams. Because of their success, the NFL has made sure 2022 will not be an easy road to another championship season.
Learn more about the 2022 Bengals season now.

Dave Lapham | Cincinnati Bengals Who Would Not Be Drafted Today

We finish our look at past Cincinnati Bengals drafts on In The Trenches with Dave Lapham presented by First Star Logistics with a deep dive of former Bengals who would not be drafted in the current NFL Draft format.
The draft has changed a lot since the Bengals came into the league as the number of rounds has decreased, meaning more college players go undrafted and signed as college undrafted free agents.
Who are some of the past top performers who the Bengals would have had to fight the rest of the NFL to sign?

Dave Lapham | Cincinnati Bengals Draft History Rounds 4-7

We continue looking at past Cincinnati Bengals drafts with a look at some of the franchise-changing picks in rounds four through seven.
As stated in this series, much attention is paid to the first round of the NFL Draft; however, picks in the other rounds have proven even more valuable. Rounds four through seven have not disappointed as the Bengals drafted a Bengals Ring of Honor member in Ken Riley and future Ring of Honor members Max Montoya and others.
Who made our list on Dave Lapham In The Trenches presented by First Star Logistics?

Dave Lapham || Cincinnati Bengals 3rd Round NFL Draft Gems

In The Trenches with Dave Lapham, presented by First Star Logistics, we continue looking at past Cincinnati Bengals draft successes over the years. While many focus on the first round, we've already shown how successful the Bengals have been over the years in the second round. We turn our attention to third-round success in the draft with a Bengals Ring of Honor member, rock hard safety David Fulcher, two Bengals Super Bowl LVI squad members, Sam Hubbard and Logan Wilson.

Dave Lapham | 2nd Round of NFL Draft Just as Important as 1st Round for Cincinnati Bengals

While all the excitement surrounding the NFL Draft focuses on the first round, history tells us the second round of the draft is just as crucial for the Cincinnati Bengals as they've landed some of the franchise's top performers out of the round.
Dave Lapham In The Trenches, presented by First Star Logistics, looks at 15 second-round selections of the Bengals over the years that proved to be just as valuable as many taken in the first round of the draft.

Dave Lapham | Did The Cincinnati Bengals Fill Their Needs In Draft and Free Agency?

The 2022 NFL Draft is now in the rearview mirror, and early free agency signings look promising. However, did Duke Tobin and the Cincinnati Bengals fill their needs between the two?
In the Trenches with Dave Lapham, presented by First Star Logistics, looks at both areas and how the changes should impact on-field success during the 2022 season.

Cincinnati Bengals Offensive Line Coach Frank Pollack: Players Will Tell Me Who Will Play

When the Cincinnati Bengals offensive line group gathers for the first time, offensive line coach Frank Pollack will be looking at seven faces that have come together from the past two NFL Drafts and the most recent free-agent signings.
Last year Pollack saw the additions of Jackson Carman, D'Ante Smith, and Trey Hill from the draft. This offseason, Ted Karras, Alex Cappa, and La'el Collins joined the team as high-level free agents and the addition of Cordell Volson in the most recent draft.
Pollack got back In The Trenches with Dave Lapham, presented by First Star Logistics, to explain how the seven players will be the ones who tell him who will be on the field when the 2022 NFL season opens.

Duke Tobin || Part Two - Cincinnati Bengals Draft Picks All Too Good To Pass Up

We continue our conversation with Cincinnati Bengals Director of Player Personnel Duke Tobin on In The Trenches with Dave Lapham, presented by First Star Logistics.
In Part Two, our conversation turns to the Bengals' 2022 draft and the thought and process of selecting each new member of the Bengals squad.
We also touch on undrafted free agents and free agents the Bengals could look to sign and more.
Learn more about Dax Hill, Cam Taylor-Britt, Zac Taylor, I mean, Zach Carter, Cordell Volson, Tycen Anderson, and Jeff Gunter.

Duke Tobin | Part One: Managing Cincinnati Bengals Draft Conflict

The NFL Draft has changed over the years, and Cincinnati Bengals Director of Player Personnel Duke Tobin has witnessed it first hand. With the NFL Draft of 2022 now over, Tobin returns to In The Trenches with Dave Lapham, presented by First Star Logistics in a two-part discussion about the 2022 NFL Draft.
In Part One, Tobin discusses many of the NFL and the NFL Draft changes, along with how his father, Bill Tobin, continues to play a role in the draft. Also discussed how he manages any conflict in the draft, like trading up to select a player who is wanted by the staff and who can claim ownership of a player drafted by the Bengals.
Be sure to watch for Part Two with Duke Tobin as he discusses the newest members of the Bengals out of the 2022 NFL Draft.