Coach112

I wouldn't be surprised if Joe wasn't dealing with a head issue after the high/low sack that occurred in the second quarter.

After that play he was just not the same and missing guys like he normally does not, even in the first three weeks.

Get healthy and make a run. Winning is tough and they won, on to the bye.

One of the best to ever do it on and off the field.

Congrats to Coach Arlo on this decision.

Lamar revealed that he requested a trade from the Ravens earlier this month.

9 hours ago, Voice of Reason said:

Interesting that the contract total and years for Brown is virtually the same as the contract Jesse Bates signed. And both played under the franchise tag last year.

At that contract, do you want Bates or Brown?

I also like the fact that Brown only turns 27 years old in May. Pay for what is hardest to find in the market. And that contract is actually a good value - #20 for offensive tackles. Plus he is one of the youngest among the highest paid tackles. That's a big chunk of money but still a good value.

Brown. LT is way more valuable than Safety.

I think most would agree that if Burrow stays clean the Bengals will win.

49 minutes ago, Coach112 said:

Fair, I guess my point is that as many times as they have been in the top 10, he lived up to that billing not just a serviceable player with a long career.

And you named 18 guys in 49 years.  So, they hit at 37% clip, that's not otherworldly.

3 hours ago, ChickenWyngz said:

Mike Reid (DT-1970)- Multiple pro bowls and All-Pro first and second selections

Vernon Holland (T-1971)- 10 year career- 9 with Cincy

Issac Curtis (WR-1973)- He's Issac Curtis

Eddie Edwards (DE- 1977)- 12 years with the Bengals- 83.5 career sacks (some before it was a stat)

Ross Browner (DE- 1978)- 10 years, mostly with the Bengals- All-Rookie Team

Anthony Munoz (T-1980)- He's Anthony Munoz

Brian Blados (T-1984)- 10 years, mostly with Bengals- All Rookie Team

James Francis (LB- 1990)- 10 years- mostly with Bengals, All-Rookie Team

Big Daddy Wilkinson (DT- 1994)- Very respected 13 year career, only a few with the Bengals unfortunately

Willie Anderson (T- 1996)- He's Willie Anderson

Takeo Spikes (LB- 1998)- Very respected 15 year career, Only a few in a Bengals uniform

Justin Smith (DE- 2001)- 14 year career, half with the Bengals, multiple acolades

Carson Palmer (QB- 2003)- People in Cincy don't like him but not a bust

Johnathon Joseph (CB- 2006)- 15 year NFL Career, combines with Leon Hall to possibly be best back to back 1st round picks by Bengals

Leon Hall- (CB- 2007)- 12 year NFL Career, combines with Joseph to possibly be best back to back 1st round picks by Bengals

Dre Kirkpatrick (CB- 2012)- 10 year NFL career, frustrating at times, far from a bust

Kevin Zeitler (G- 2012)- 10 year NFL career, still going, not a bust

Jonah Williams (T-2019)- 4 year starter so far, frustrating at times, but if the Bengals put him on the block teams would come knocking quickly and that doesn't happen for busts

You recognized some of them from this list, and there are definitely some years when things were rough with draft picks, but to say he's "one of few" not to bust is crazy. They weren't all to AJ Green's level, but most picks aren't, even in the first round. 

Fair, I guess my point is that as many times as they have been in the top 10, he lived up to that billing not just a serviceable player with a long career.

And you named 18 guys in 49 years.  So, they hit at 37% clip, that's not otherworldly.

He's one of the best players to ever wear a Bengal jersey.

He's also one of the few first round picks to not be a bust in the franchise history.

Before Burrow and Chase you could make the argument that he was the most successful first round pick since Willie Anderson or Takeo Spikes.

He will be forever overshadowed by Chad and now Chase but he was a special special talent.

Tough loss. 

It's amazing the culture change and just how the mindset has changed in two short seasons.

Last year the fanbase was just begging for a playoff win and now there are questions if an AFC Championship appearance should be considered a successful season.

As long as Burrow is a Bengal, this is hopefully just the start.

12 hours ago, The Raven said:

First Bart Scott and now Eric Weddle.  We got 2 more games for Ex-Ravens to say something stupid.   Ray Lewis or Ed Reed got anything to chime in?

Ed Reed definitely has something to say but not about the Ravens.

Momentum plus chip on shoulder = scary.

Let's keep it rolling. 

22 hours ago, theguru said:

My crystal ball says Tee Higgins may move on to greener pastures.

Green in the sense of money, yes.  Green in the sense of finding a better situation, no.

100 + targets each year in the league and an average of 1000 yards a season.

We will see, maybe it is a Marvin Jones situation but the Bengals have the 5th most cap space heading into the off season and WR is becoming like RB in the sense that teams are realizing that you can find them cheap or later in the draft.  

I'm sure there are audibles attached to said plays too.  I would think they are "scripted" based on the packages that is put in for your opponent to see what kind of defensive look they are giving based on the offensive formation. 

Seeing how they react to motion or heavy sets, things of that nature.

Just a guess.

If Wallace plays like he did in the second half this team can achieve what was expected at the beginning of the season.

Reeves is starting to gain confidence and now we need CJ to consistently knock down open shots.

Divisional playoff games, regardless of what players are playing, is always going to be a battle.

Just win.  That is the best defense the Bengals will play the rest of the year.  

Hubbard TD will be replayed in this city for the eternity.

On 12/4/2022 at 10:22 PM, hrcarrier said:

Yes.

The last time Mixon played a full game he had 5 TDs.

It's good to have Perrine but let's not get too carried away.

The Titans game last week went pretty similar to how last years game went, who is to say that is game won't be just like the Chiefs games last year?

You could make a pretty strong argument that the Bengals have the more talented roster from top to bottom.  The issue with that argument is that the Chiefs will have the best player on the field and it's not necessarily close IMO, Mahomes.  He can beat you in multiple ways with multiple weapons.  

If the Bengals contain Mahomes like they did in the two second halves of last years games, they will win.

It will be interesting to see what they do with Chase in this game.

All reports lead to him being able to play this game but with how the offense looked yesterday, I might sit him out another week until KC.

One of the most satisfying wins I can remember.  They needed this game and they took it.

Steelers are looking at their first losing record since 2003.  

I'd almost flirt with the idea of sitting Chase for more week to get him even more healthy.

6 hours ago, 16thBBall Fan said:

What’s the report on Awuzie??

Torn ACL. Out for the season.

It's crazy how this game was nearly identical to last years game in CLE.  

Driving and moving the ball with ease on the first drive and then it ends in an interception and all the wheels fall off.

Something about CLE that this staff and team can't figure out.  It just might be one of those situations where they have our number.  

0-3 to start divisional play is not great.  I still believe the schedule makers screwed us with all our division road games in prime time. 

Oh well.  Have to get thru CAR, who is very frisky, and getting healthy at the bye.

They have been a second half in game team and will now have to be a second half season team.

25 minutes ago, El Diablo said:

Is the "Mud Bowl" the most famous (or infamous) Highlands vs Cov Cath game? Is there any other game that can contend with the matchup, drama, setting of the 97 playoff game? Obviously not but I'd like to hear if there are any that are even kind of close.

2006 has to be up there.  CCH won on a walk off TD, Bleser to Bovard. 

CCH would go on to beat Highlands again that year and win state for the first time since 1997.

It's just one game.  Bengals beat the Steelers in a game that "everyone" thought the Bengals would get blown out in 2020.  It's football.

Also, the Steelers beat the Bills week one last year in Buffalo in a similar fashion and the Bills turned out just fine.

It's obvious the Steelers were prepared to play and out played the Bengals and a large part of that is the Steelers starters played a lot of snaps in the pre season and the Bengals, outside of Volson, played little to none.  Now, Burrow couldn't have played because of his surgery but the rest could have at least played a series or two.

Oh well on to a depleted Dallas with a back up QB. Hopefully it's not another Mike White situation.  

Hunter Greene will make his MLB debut April 10th vs the Braves.

I wish he was making his much anticipated debut at GABP.

Especially since his second start might be at LA Dodgers. 

Truly an amazing feeling.  As much as the front office has gotten it wrong in the past they are absolutely the reason this team has made this turn around.

There was debate from the media if Burrow should pull an Eli Manning because the Bengals weren't a good organization. Proved them wrong.

There was debate whether or not to draft Sewell or Chase. Proved them wrong.

The off season acquisitions have all played a huge a role in this run.

Letting Lawson walk and signing Hendrickson.  Letting Jackson walk and signing Awuzie.

Trading Billy Price for BJ Hill.

Truly a remarkable turnaround.

WHO DEY

Is he class of '23 or '22? 

I thought he is repeating his Senior year, not Junior year?

11 hours ago, Voice of Reason said:

The Tigers have Brett Holladay and Sam Stacy. Holladay faced Covington Catholic in the regular season. He pitched a complete game and allowed 4 runs in a 4-3 loss.

Statistically, the Colonels look to have a deeper pitching staff. I don't know who pitched today for Cov Cath so I can't tell you who is available tomorrow. 

Isler pitched a CG for the Colonels.

That's huge when playing on 3 consecutive days and pitch count limits.

It should presumably set them up well for the game tonight, weather permitting.