In The Trenches with Dave Lapham

Kyle Caskey Part One: Behind the Scenes NFL Draft Room with Dave Lapham In The Trenches

Kyle Caskey has been part of three NFL teams during a pro coaching career that has spanned over twelve years with three organizations. So who better to discuss the work behind the scenes leading up to the 2022 NFL Draft than Caskey, who joins Dave Lapham In The Trenches presented by First Star Logistics.
Caskey, who coached with the Cincinnati Bengals from 2010 through the 2018 season, joins Lap to talk about how teams work toward the NFL Draft, with some behind-the-scenes Bengals draft stories, including the work done in bringing star running back Joe Mixon to Cincinnati.
This is Part One of Two with Caskey, so watch both episodes this week.

Part Two Countdown: Cincinnati Bengals Draft with Solomon Wilcots on Dave Lapham In The Trenches

We continue counting down to the 2022 NFL Draft with former Cincinnati Bengals safety Solomon Wilcots on Dave Lapham In The Trenches presented by First Star Logistics.
In Part One, Wilcots and Lapham discussed how free agency might have changed the Bengals' direction where they're scheduled to make their first selection with the 31st pick in the first round of the draft.
Part Two finds the discussion turning towards the positions and players the Bengals could look to fill or pick on the first night of the draft.
If the Bengals look to cornerback, standouts Sauce Gardner, Derek Stingley Jr., and Trent McDuffie are expected to be off the board by the 31st pick. However, Kaiir Elam, Andrew Booth, and Kyler Gordon might be available.
If not cornerback, maybe the Bengals look at safety with players like Dax Hill, Lewis Cine, and Jalen Pitre possible targets, or perhaps a move towards the offensive line with players like Tyler Smith (Tulsa), Zion Johnson (Boston College), Kenyon Green (Texas A&M), Bernhard Raimann (Central Michigan) and Iowa center Tyler Linderbaum who many compare to NFL standout Jason Kelce.

Part One Countdown: Cincinnati Bengals Draft with Solomon Wilcots on Dave Lapham In The Trenches

The days are numbered until the Cincinnati Bengals will be on the clock with the 31st pick in the 2022 NFL Draft. Former Bengals safety Solomon Wilcots returns to Dave Lapham In The Trenches presented by First Star Logistics in Part One of our two-part discussion as we work towards the draft.
How did the signing of free agents like Ted Karras and Alex Cappa change the direction of the Bengals draft?
What direction should the Bengals look to take with a pick at the very back of the draft?
Should the Bengals look to trade down?
Wilcots and Lapham look to give solid opinions on all the above and more in Part One of Countdown Cincinnati Bengals Draft.

Duke Tobin - Part Two Cincinnati Bengals Draft Talk with Dave Lapham In The Trenches

Dave Lapham In the Trenches, presented by First Star Logistics, continues our discussion with Cincinnati Bengals Director of Player Personnel Duke Tobin in Part Two as we start counting down to the NFL Draft that will be held at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas from April 28th until the final pick on April 30th.
With success comes picks in the later parts of the draft and a great run to Super Bowl LVI has them waiting until the 31st overall selection in the first round of this year's draft.
What philosophy and strategy will the Bengals use as they prepare for one of the biggest nights in the National Football League with fans glued to every move made by their team?
 
Continue to listen as we dig deeper into this year's draft over the next few weeks.

Duke Tobin - Part One Cincinnati Bengals Getting Ready for NFL Draft

The man responsible for everything the Cincinnati Bengals do for the 2022 NFL Draft returns to Dave Lapham In The Trenches, presented by First Star Logistics in this special two-part discussion with Bengals Director of Player Personnel, Duke Tobin.
With their run to Super Bowl LVI, the Bengals find themselves in a territory they've not seen in a while with the No. 31 pick in the NFL Draft. 
Why does Duke Tobin feel the Bengals have already found success in this draft?
Could the Bengals look to make a trade up or down with the 31st selection?
How will the free-agent signings of Alex Cappa, Ted Karras, La'el Collins, and Hayden Hurst play into this year's draft?
Be sure to look for Part Two of our discussion with Duke Tobin in the coming days.

Marty Brennaman Part 2 - Will Cincinnati Reds Make Noise In 2022? Dave Lapham In The Trenches

Part Two of former Cincinnati Reds Hall of Fame broadcaster Marty Brennaman with Dave Lapham In The Trenches presented by First Star Logistics gets to what all Reds fans are asking after several trades before the start of the 2022 season. 
Will the Cincinnati Reds make noise in 2022?
The Reds moved on from Tucker Barnhart, Eugenio Suarez, Jesse Winker, Sonny Gray, Nick Castellanos, Wade Miley, and Amir Garrett, leaving fans throwing in the towel before the season started.
However, Joey Votto and Mike Moustakas remain, with Hunter Greene, Nick Lodolo, Tyler Stephenson, Tyler Naquin, and Nick Senzel being some of the names looking to step forward for David Bell as the Reds will look to surprise many in the National League.
Brennaman discusses how the Reds will look to compete in the National League Central. 
Who are the teams to beat in the division?  
Will the changes prove to be better than expected this season and going forward?
Along with talking about his favorite Reds team, Brennaman discusses the players and managers who hold a special place in his memory.
This is a must-listen for any Reds fan as the MLB season gets started.

Marty Brennaman Part 1 - NCAA Finals and Returning to His Roots with Dave Lapham In The Trenches

Dave Lapham In The Trenches, presented by First Star Logistics, catches up with legendary broadcaster Marty Brennaman.
In Part One, Brennaman talks about returning to his roots since retiring from his Hall of Fame career broadcasting Cincinnati Reds games and his main passion, college basketball, especially North Carolina Tar Heels basketball, after watching them have a surprising season under first-year head coach Hubert Davis that fell short in the NCAA Championship game against the Kansas Jayhawks.
Also discussed is his role in calling what many consider to be two of the most incredible sporting events in Major League Baseball and NCAA basketball history and enjoying being part of special seasons like the Cincinnati Bengals enjoyed this past year as Joe Burrow led the Bengals to the Super Bowl.
Be sure to catch Part Two with Marty Brennaman and Dave Lapham as they dive into Cincinnati Reds talk as Opening Day against the Cleveland Guardians is scheduled for April 12th.

Cincinnati Bengals 2022 NFL Draft with Joe Goodberry and Dave Lapham In The Trenches Part Two

Dave Lapham In The Trenches, presented by First Star Logistics, continues with Part Two of the conversation with Joe Goodberry talking all things Bengals.
While Part One focused more on Free Agent Signings, Part Two focused on the upcoming 2022 NFL Draft and where the Bengals could be looking with their first selection in the first round.
Will the Bengals look to cornerback, defensive line, tight end, or make a surprise pick at No. 31?
Tell us who you feel the Bengals should pick with their first pick in the comments.
Some of the prospects talked about include the following.
Sauce Gardner - CincinnatiDerek Stingley Jr - LSUAndrew Booth - ClemsonKaiir Elam - FloridaTrey McBride - Colorado StateJelani Woods - VirginiaJordan Davis - GeorgiaDevonte Wyatt - GeorgiaTravis Jones - UConnDeMarvin Leal - Texas A&MPerrion Winfrey - OklahomaTariq Woolen - Texas San Antonio
Join former Bengals offensive lineman and longtime radio analyst Dave Lapham as he welcomes back Joe Goodberry, who has given many Bengals fans his thoughts and opinions about the moves the Bengals have made in free agency and the draft while working at Cincy Jungle, USA Today's Bengals site, and The Athletic over the years.

Cincinnati Bengals Free Agent Signings, Salary Cap and Draft Talk with Joe Goodberry and Dave Lapham

Part One of TwoSince 2009 Joe Goodberry has given many Cincinnati Bengals fans his thoughts and opinions about the moves the Bengals have made with free agency, salary cap, and the NFL Draft with work at Cincy Jungle, USA Today's Bengals site, and The Athletic. He was also the former host of the Locked On Bengals podcast for over two years.
Today, Goodberry goes In The Trenches with Dave Lapham, presented by First Star Logistics, to discuss the Bengals' recent moves in free agency with the signings of Ted Karras, Alex Cappa, and La'el Collins along the offensive line, and tight end Hayden Hurst, plus other moves in NFL free agency.
Also discussed is how the Bengals are managing the salary cap with the new editions and working key deals with players like Jessie Bates and with Joe Burrow and Ja'Marr Chase in the future. 
What direction could the Bengals be heading in the upcoming NFL Draft? Goodberry gives some early thoughts in Part One of Two on In The Trenches with Dave Lapham.

Chris Simms Part Two with Dave Lapham In The Trenches - Bengals Free Agents - Early Draft Talk

We continue our visit with Chris Simms on Dave Lapham In The Trenches presented by First Star Logistics.
In Part Two, Chris and Dave discuss the impact of newly signed free agents Ted Karras, Alex Cappa, Hayden Hurst, and La'el Collins by the Bengals, along with early looks at the upcoming NFL Draft with the direction the Bengals could look at going with the 31st pick in the 2022 NFL Draft.
Will the Bengals look to add another offensive lineman, a tight end, or a cornerback with their pick?
What teams improved by their signings in free agency or by trade?
Also discussed is a need the Bengals don't need to fill as Simms has three quarterbacks slated in the first round.

Is Joe Burrow a Top 5 QB? Changes in the AFC North - Part One of Two: Chris Simms Joins Dave Lapham

Part One of Two has former NFL and college quarterback Chris Simms returning to In The Trenches with Dave Lapham presented by First Star Logistics to talk about the Cincinnati Bengals, Joe Burrow, the AFC, especially the AFC North, and more.
Simms, the son of former New York Giants quarterback and Super Bowl XXI MVP Phil Simms, has become one of the best analysts covering the NFL since ending his own NFL career.

Alex Cappa - Cincinnati Bengals New Glass Eater Goes In The Trenches with Dave Lapham

In Dublin, California, Alex Cappa was a zero-star non-ranked project offensive lineman during his high school career. Only Humboldt State saw enough in Cappa to give some athletic scholarship money.
While in college, Cappa worked to build up his frame and technique enough to earn an invitation to play in the Senior Bowl. Impressing scouts, Cappa went from a projected fifth-round pick to being selected in the third round (94th overall) of the 2018 NFL Draft by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
Cappa appeared in six games as a rookie, then opened his second year in the league as a starter, quickly showing his toughness suffering a broken left arm against the New Orleans Saints, but did not miss a snap.
In year three, Cappa would play a significant role in helping new Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady reach the playoffs, only to see his season end when he suffered a fractured ankle in the Buccaneers Wild Card game against Washington. While Cappa would miss playing in the Super Bowl, he was starting to earn a reputation as one of the top young offensive linemen in the NFL.
After finishing his rookie contract, Cappa hit NFL free agency market with the Cincinnati Bengals and offensive line coach Frank Pollack looking to revamp an offensive line that struggled during the team run to Super Bowl LVI with what he described as "Glass Eaters."
On March 18, 2022, Cappa signed a four-year, $35 million contract with the Bengals joining free agents Ted Karras (New England Patriots) and La'el Collins (Dallas Cowboys) to give Pollack a new center, right guard, and right tackle.
Welcome, Alex Cappa, the Cincinnati Bengals' new "Glass Eater" as he goes In The Trenches with Dave Lapham, presented by First Star Logistics.