In this episode of Bleav in Bengals, Solomon Wilcots and guest James Rapien dive into Joe Burrow’s unique mindset and leadership, as shown in the latest Netflix "Quarterback" series, discuss the importance of Burrow’s relationships and his impact on the team, and then shift to concerns about Bengals’ contract situations with key players like Shemar Stewart and Trey Hendrickson, expressing worry about the front office’s approach during this crucial Super Bowl window. Solomon Wilcots welcomes James Rapien (Sports Illustrated, Bengals) [00:01:03] – Netflix ‘Quarterback’ Series Featuring Joe Burrow Joe’s privacy, unique mindset, approach, and what’s revealed about his personality and process. [00:05:59] – Leadership & League-Wide Respect for Joe Burrow Praise from Zac Taylor and KC DC Steve Spagnuolo [00:08:27] – Burrow’s MVP-level Season & Family Influence- Importance of Burrow’s family, support system (parents, high school friends). [00:10:29] – Staying Grounded: Burrow’s Roots & Friendships - How Burrow stays humble, maintains connections with family and childhood friends despite stardom. 00:11:28– The Power of High School & Teammate Bonds Conversation around the lasting impact of high school football bonds. [00:13:40] – Trust in Peyton Manning & Burrow’s Privacy- telling Burrow’s story, addressing vulnerability (home break-in). [00:13:50] – Shemar Stewart Contract Holdout Situation. Shemar Stewart’s return to Texas A&M campus amidst Bengals rookie contract dispute. [00:18:14] – Stewart’s Missed Reps & Team Impact [00:19:28] – Pattern of Contract Disputes in Bengals Offseasons .Repeated contract issues (Jessie Bates, Tee Higgins, JaMarr Chase, Trey Hendrickson, Shemar Stewart). [00:21:49] – Front Office Decisions & Roster Construction [00:25:04] – Importance of Maximizing the Burrow Window** [00:26:06] – Importance of Getting Key Players Into Camp [00:27:27] – Trey Hendrickson Extension Logic [00:28:38] – Andrew Whitworth Comp

Solomon Wilcots is back once again with PFF Analyst Trevor Sikkema in order to talk this upcoming season with the Bengals. They talk about who the Bengals might have as a surprising secret weapon that they think can propel the team into new heights and they get into just how important it is to keep Trey Hendrickson in the fold. Lastly, they get into the Shemar Stewart situation and share their thoughts on the matter. Listen in NOW only right here on Bleav in Bengals!
{1:30] How the Bengals offensive line could look this season
[7:40] How the quick passing game helps the Bengals offense succeed
[12:37] Which secondary options will help the offense the most
[16:26] What is Trey Hendrickson’s real value to the Bengals
[22:39] Is TJ Watt more likely to sign his deal before Trey Hendrickson
[24:25] Shemar Stewart's contract situation

Solomon Wilcots is back with a brand new episode of Bleav in Bengals and he is talking with Jesse Taylor who has started a sports and entertainment agency company and the two of them talk about the latest situation involving the NFLPA. They get into it about what the ongoing push has to do with the NFL and what changes we may see come about. Lastly, they touch on what this could mean for the Shemar Stewart situation in which the Bengals are trying to take away guaranteed money that belongs to Shemar Stewart in his rookie contract. Listen in NOW only right here on Bleav in Bengals!

Your favorite Bengals duo are back bright and early this week with an all new episode about the newest updates from the ongoing Trey Hendrickson situation. What could he be seeking and whats the limit that the Bengals front office might be willing to pay him. They also hit on the Shemar Stewart situation and say what they have heard from fans around Cincinnati. Lastly they hit on some new roles that players on the team might be looking at for this upcoming season. Who will be doing what? For all that info and much much more, listen in to this amazing episode of Bleav in Bengals NOW!

Solomon Wilcots stopped by to drop an update about the ongoing and ugly situation involving Bengals rookie Shemar Stewart and his hold out against the front office. It is not everyday that a 1st round draft pick has a hold out and it feels like the Bengals are the only team it could possibly happen to. See what Solomon has to say, who is wrong in this situation? Is Shemar Stewart asking for too much? Is the front office being selfish? What does this have to do with the Trey Hendrickson situation? All of those questions and much more answered on this impromptu episode of the Bleav in Bengals podcast!

Solomon Wilcots is back with guest Dave Lapham in order to talk all things Bengals including the teams star player, Joe Burrow. They agree that Joe Burrow is the best Quarterback that this franchise, which has had no shortage of great quarterback play in the past, has ever seen. They also get into the standouts on the team such as the current wide receiver room and go over what their roles will be. For all of this and more tune in NOW to the Bleav in Bengals podcast

Solomon Wilcots and Charlie Goldsmith are BACK with a brand new episode of the Bleav in Bengals podcast and this one is all about the ongoing Trey Hendrickson situation and how that might unfold. They also talk about how this and similar situations have effected this Bengals team and might actually be the reason for their slow starts the last few years. For all that and more, listen in to Bleav in Bengals NOW!

Solomon Wilcots is BACK and with an extremely special guest. Welcome in Bengals Rookie, Barrett Carter to the Bleav in Bengals podcast, pick number 119 in the 2025 NFL Draft. Listen in as Solomon asks him all about what his first experiences around the facility and of Coach Golden have been like. Carter being a former LSU Tiger, he asks about what its like to play with so many other successful Tigers on the team and what have their reactions been like so far? Then its on to Bengals RB Rookie Tahj Brooks, drafted 193rd overall. Solomon asks him what has been the biggest challenge he's faced so far has been and what it is like to play with such a talented offense. For all that and more, listen in to this special interview ONLY right here on the Bleav in Bengals podcast!