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 23, 2025
Scott Peters Ready To Have Bengals Offensive Line Dismantle Opponent's Integrity
Thursday Jan 23, 2025
Thursday Jan 23, 2025
With mentors like Jim McNally and Bill Callahan, new Cincinnati Bengals offensive line coach Scott Peters brings a wealth of knowledge to coaching along the offensive line. Add his background in mixed martial arts, and you will have a younger coach with a different coaching style.
While Peters didn't start out looking to become an NFL coach, his path to the sidelines is one of the more unique stories to learn about.
Coach Peters joined Dave Lapham In The Trenches, presented by First Star Logistics, to discuss his coaching journey and learning from two of the all-time offensive line coaching greats, McNally and Callahan.

Wednesday Jan 22, 2025
Ted Karras Fired Up About Bengals New OL Coach Scott Peters
Wednesday Jan 22, 2025
Wednesday Jan 22, 2025
As Cincinnati Bengals center Ted Karras has learned during his nine seasons in the NFL, players and coaches come and go. Recently, the Bengals fired offensive line coach Frank Pollack and have hired Scott Peters as their new offensive line coach.
Karras returned to In The Trenches with Dave Lapham, presented by First Star Logistics, to discuss the disappointments of the past season, entering his tenth season in the NFL, and how he's fired up to play for the Bengals new offensive line coach.

Sunday Jan 19, 2025
Sunday Jan 19, 2025
If time allowed, we could talk sports all day with college and NFL analyst Kirk Herbstreit. Thankfully, the busiest man in the game was willing to give extended time to In The Trenches with Dave Lapham, presented by First Star Logistics, to discuss the upcoming College Football National Championship Game, NFL Playoffs, Cincinnati Bengals, and Reds, as well as the latest news surrounding the Herbstreit family.

Friday Jan 17, 2025
Friday Jan 17, 2025
Legendary NFL QB Phil Simms joins us today on In the Trenches with Dave Lapham to discuss the start of the NFL playoffs and address the Cincinnati Bengal's biggest needs for the 2025 season.
Phil and Dave talk about wild card weekend and predict the outcomes of the NFL Divisional Round. The AFC has the biggest weekend matchup with the Baltimore Ravens traveling to Buffalo this Sunday night. They are two of the hottest teams in the league and two of the best quarterbacks, and they face off for a shot at the AFC Title game.
Phil also talks about how the Bengals didn't make the 2025 NFL playoffs and how they can address their problems to ensure they don't miss the playoffs next season.
The Bengals reportedly are down to two options for their defense coordinator position; Patrick Graham (Raiders 2024 defense coordinator) and Al Golden (Notre Dame 2024 defense coordinator). That decision will be the first big one in a huge off-season for the Cincinnati Bengals.
We want to thank Phil 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!
Want to win great prizes from First Star Logistics during the Bengals season? During the 2024 Cincinnati Bengals season, First Star Logistics will give away some great and unique prizes. Follow @FirstStarLog, @DLInTheTrenches, and @JoeGoodberry for details each week on how you can win. Also, watch the “NEW” Jake & Joe Bengals Postgame Show on the First Star Media Group YouTube channel.

Wednesday Jan 15, 2025
Wednesday Jan 15, 2025
Longtime NFL analyst Charles Davis is one of the best in the game. He returned to In The Trenches with Dave Lapham, presented by First Star Logistics, to discuss this past weekend's NFL Wildcard games and the upcoming games and teams to watch until the Super Bowl.
Davis also dives into why the Cincinnati Bengals' future is bright with Joe Burrow, Ja'Marr Chase, and Trey Hendrickson, and some names are discussed for the open defensive coordinator job and the offensive line opening.
Also, we talked about who will win the College Football National Championship between Ohio State and Notre Dame.
You don't want to miss the great time we enjoyed with one of football's top voices, Charles Davis.

Monday Jan 06, 2025
Monday Jan 06, 2025
The weather in the Cincinnati area may have kept Dave Lapham out of the First Star Logistics Studios, but not from discussing Saturday's Cincinnati Bengals win over the Pittsburgh Steelers and them missing the playoffs for a second straight year.
Monday morning, news broke that Zac Taylor was making staff changes, firing defensive coordinator Lou Anarumo, defensive line coach Marion Hobby, linebacker coach James Bettcher, and offensive line coach Frank Pollack.
The latest Dave Lapham In The Trenches, presented by First Star Logistics, examines the above subjects and the Bengals' off-season, which has many moving parts.

Thursday Jan 02, 2025
Bengals OC Dan Pitcher: Offense Success Due To The Players
Thursday Jan 02, 2025
Thursday Jan 02, 2025
The Cincinnati Bengals offense has been humming in the latter part of the season. In the latest episode of In The Trenches with Dave Lapham, presented by First Star Logistics, offensive coordinator Dan Pitcher credits players like Joe Burrow, Ja'Marr Chase, Tee Higgins, and Chase Brown with the offense's ranking 8th in the NFL for total yards per game and first for passing yards per game.
Be sure to participate in the First Star Logistics Giveaway each week the Bengals play. For all the details, visit the following on X. @DLInTheTrenches - @FirstStarLog - @JoeGoodberry - @JakeLiscow and watch the Jake and Joe Bengals Postgame show on the First Star Media Group YouTube channel after each Bengals game.
For Week 18, they are giving away one Bengals-themed Jukebox with Bluetooth speakers.

Tuesday Dec 31, 2024
Bengals Defensive Tackle B. J. HILL Takes Nothing For Granted In NFL
Tuesday Dec 31, 2024
Tuesday Dec 31, 2024
When all is said and done, one of the best trades ever made by the Cincinnati Bengals came when they sent Billy Price to the New York Giants for defensive tackle B.J. Hill before the start of the 2021 NFL season.
Hill, now in his fourth season as a member of the Bengals defense, has played a key role in the team's on-field success and came up big again Saturday night against the Denver Broncos as the Bengals kept their playoff hopes alive for one more week.
The North Carolina State product jumped into In The Trenches with Dave Lapham, presented by First Star Logistics, to discuss how his role as a player has changed from being a young guy to a mentor to a couple of rookie defensive linemen. He also discussed the Bengals' most recent win over the Broncos and final regular-season opponent, the Pittsburgh Steelers, and his love of being a member of the Bengals and the Cincinnati community.
Be sure to participate in the First Star Logistics Giveaway each week the Bengals play. For all the details, visit the following on X. @DLInTheTrenches - @FirstStarLog - @JoeGoodberry - @JakeLiscow and watch the Jake and Joe Bengals Postgame show on the First Star Media Group YouTube channel after each Bengals game.
For Week 18, they are giving away one Bengals-themed Jukebox with Bluetooth speakers.

Monday Dec 30, 2024
Monday Dec 30, 2024
Other than one weekend, December was a month to remember for the Cincinnati Bengals and their fans. Joe Burrow is playing some of the best football ever in the NFL, and the Bengals are on a four-game winning streak after knocking off the Denver Broncos in overtime on Saturday night.
We wish everyone who follows Dave Lapham In The Trenches, presented by First Star Logistics, a Happy New Year as we prepare to start a new year with a Saturday night primetime match-up against the hated Pittsburgh Steelers.
This video features my reaction to the Bengals' win over the Broncos, Joe Burrow's play, and what will come when the Bengals head to terrible towel country for a sure slobber-knocker AFC North match-up.
Be sure to participate in the First Star Logistics Giveaway each week the Bengals play. For all the details, visit the following on X. @DLInTheTrenches - @FirstStarLog - @JoeGoodberry - @JakeLiscow and watch the Jake and Joe Bengals Postgame show on the First Star Media Group YouTube channel after each Bengals game.
For Week 18, they are giving away one Bengals-themed Jukebox with Bluetooth speakers.

Thursday Dec 26, 2024
Thursday Dec 26, 2024
Jimmy Burrow, father of Bengals QB Joe Burrow joins us today on In the Trenches with Dave Lapham to discuss Joe's amazing 2024 season and how the Bengals will finish their 2024 season.
Joe has had an amazing 2024 season throwing for over 4,200 yards and 39 touchdowns. He would be the front-runner for MVP if the Bengals were in the playoff picture with the Chiefs, Bills, and others but with their 7-8 record they're on the outside looking in.
The Bengals still have a slim chance to make the playoffs and upset the Bills in the first round but it starts with them beating the Denver Broncos this Saturday, who are also looking to secure that last playoff spot in the AFC.
We want to thank Jimmy 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!
Want to win great prizes from First Star Logistics during the Bengals season? During the 2024 Cincinnati Bengals season, First Star Logistics will give away some great and unique prizes. Follow @FirstStarLog, @DLInTheTrenches, and @JoeGoodberry for details each week on how you can win. Also, watch the “NEW” Jake & Joe Bengals Postgame Show on the First Star Media Group YouTube channel.

Tuesday Dec 24, 2024
Tuesday Dec 24, 2024
Cincinnati Bengals defensive coordinator Lou Anarumo returns to Dave Lapham In The Trenches, presented by First Star Logistics, to discuss Sunday's win over the Cleveland Browns and how the defense stepped forward after giving up a big play at the start of the game.
Anarumo also talks about how special it's been to watch Joe Burrow make some extra special plays and how the veterans on the Bengals' defense are helping the young players as they start to find ways to improve the defense.
Also, Anarumo discusses Saturday's opponent, the Denver Broncos, led by rookie quarterback Bo Nix and head coach Sean Payton.
Be sure to participate in the First Star Logistics Giveaway each week the Bengals play. For all the details, visit the following on X. @DLInTheTrenches - @FirstStarLog - @JoeGoodberry - @JakeLiscow and watch the Jake and Joe Bengals Postgame show on the First Star Media Group YouTube channel after each Bengals game.
For Week 17, they are giving away not just one but two Bengals-themed Xbox game consoles.

Friday Dec 20, 2024
Friday Dec 20, 2024
Can the Cincinnati Bengals sweep the Cleveland Browns in the Battle of Ohio?
Coming off back-to-back road wins, Zac Taylor will look to keep the Bengals in the hunt for a playoff spot as they enter the game with a 6-8 record and the Chargers knocking off the Broncos on Thursday night.
With only one home win this season, the Bengals control any chance they may have if they can win out during the final three weekends of the season and hope some other things fall in place.
The series has one of the most storied backgrounds in sports. NFL Hall of Fame member Paul Brown was co-founder and first head coach of both teams.
Dave Lapham knows all about the rivalry, having played for the Bengals from 1974 to 1983 and as the team's color analyst since 1986.
Jump In The Trenches with Dave Lapham, presented by First Star Logistics, as Lap previews Part Two of the Battle of Ohio.
Be sure to participate in the First Star Logistics Giveaway each week the Bengals play. For all the details, visit the following on X. @DLInTheTrenches - @FirstStarLog - @JoeGoodberry - @JakeLiscow and watch the Jake and Joe Bengals Postgame show on the First Star Media Group YouTube channel after each Bengals game.
For Week 16, they are giving away six Wade & Williamson - Goodberry Cincy Basketball Jerseys with key numbers 1, 5, and 9.

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.