Best Xavier Ellis Podcasts (2025)

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Bengals NFL Draft recap 57:37

6d ago57:37

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Local 12 digital sports columnist and editor Richard Skinner was joined by Rick Broering to discuss a variety of topics. Those topics include: *Bengals draft recap *How concerning is first-round pick Shemar Stewart's lack of production? *Was the defense upgraded for next season? *Will Dylan Fairchild start at left guard immediately? *Bengals got wo…

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Final thoughts before NFL Draft, Has Terry Francona made any noticeable impact on the Reds so far? 51:25

14d ago51:25

51:25

Local 12 digital sports columnist and editor Richard Skinner was joined by Rick Broering to discuss a variety of topics. Those topics include: *Recapping Duke Tobin's press conference before the NFL Draft *Final thoughts on the Bengals before the draft *Has Terry Francona made any noticeable difference to the Reds so far? *Cincinnati had a big week…

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Bengals NFL Draft preview, Reds get back to .500 44:14

20d ago44:14

44:14

Local 12 digital sports columnist and editor Richard Skinner was joined by Rick Broering to discuss a variety of topics. Those topics include: *Bengals draft preview *Can Reds sustain outstanding pitching? *Which struggling hitter is most concerning - Steer, Candelario, or CES? *Xavier and Cincinnati add players out of the transfer portal *#AskSkin…

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Reds win a series in San Francisco, College basketball transfer portal update 53:51

27d ago53:51

53:51

CINCINNATI (WKRC) - Local 12 digital sports columnist and editor Richard Skinner was joined by Rick Broering to discuss a variety of topics. Those topics include: *Did the Reds show signs of life on the West Coast? *Sorting through Bengals mock drafts *College basketball transfer portal update *#AskSkinnyAnything See Privacy Policy at https://art19…

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Richard Pitino introduced at Xavier, Trey Hendrickson's latest drama with the Bengals 47:35

1M ago47:35

47:35

Local 12 digital sports columnist and editor Richard Skinner was joined by Rick Broering to discuss a variety of topics. Those topics include: *Thoughts from Richard Pitino's intro presser at Xavier *Cincinnati hired a men's basketball GM for Wes Miller *Final Four preview *The Bengals and Trey Hendrickson are fighting again *Are the Reds' offensiv…

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Will Bengals & Trey Hendrickson agree to a new contract? 25:03

1M ago25:03

25:03

Local 12 digital sports columnist & editor Richard Skinner was joined by Mike Petraglia from CLNS Media to discuss the Bengals offseason and what's next on the list for the organization. Might that be a new contract for defensive end Trey Hendrickson? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com…

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Xavier hires Richard Pitino Jr, Reds Opening Day preview 48:22

1M ago48:22

48:22

Local 12 digital sports columnist and editor Richard Skinner was joined by Rick Broering to discuss a variety of topics. Those topics include: *Xavier hires Richard Pitino Jr. after a whirlwind day *Reds Opening Day preview *Kentucky takes on Tennessee in Sweet 16 *#AskSkinnyAnything See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Pr…

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Analysis: Chase, Higgins locked-in with Bengals long-term following contract extensions 30:58

2M ago30:58

30:58

The Cincinnati Bengals have agreed to four-year extensions with receivers Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins, assuring that Joe Burrow will have his top two targets with him for some time. A person familiar with the negotiations told The Associated Press that Chase will become the highest-paid non-quarterback in NFL history, earning $161 million, includ…

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Bengals extend Ja'Marr Chase & Tee Higgins, NCAA Tournament preview 55:18

2M ago55:18

55:18

Local 12 digital sports columnist and editor Richard Skinner was joined by Rick Broering to discuss a variety of topics. Those topics include: *The Bengals have extended Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins *What's the next for the Bengals? *Xavier plays Texas in the First Four in Dayton *Kentucky takes on Troy and could face Xavier in the second round *#…

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Are Bengals botching NFL Free Agency period?, Can Elly De La Cruz win MVP? 56:33

2M ago56:33

56:33

CINCINNATI (WKRC) - Local 12 digital sports columnist and editor Richard Skinner was joined by Rick Broering to discuss a variety of topics. Those topics include: *Bengals haven't made a splash yet in NFL Free Agency period *Reds name Hunter Greene Opening Day starter *Can Elly De La Cruz win MVP? *Cincinnati & NKU lose in their conference tournam…

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College basketball postseason action begins, Sam Hubbard retires from NFL 53:56

2M ago53:56

53:56

Local 12 digital sports columnist and editor Richard Skinner was joined by Rick Broering to discuss a variety of topics. Those topics include: *College basketball roundup featuring NKU, Xavier, Cincinnati, and Kentucky *Tee Higgins officially got the Franchise Tag - what now? *Sam Hubbard retires as a Bengal *Storylines from Reds Spring Training *C…

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Duke Tobin & Zac Taylor discuss Bengals' offseason moves, Storylines from Reds Spring Training 53:46

2M ago53:46

53:46

Local 12 digital sports columnist and editor Richard Skinner was joined by Rick Broering to discuss a variety of topics. Those topics include: *Zac Taylor and Duke Tobin talked to the media at the NFL Combine *There are plenty of fun storylines already from Reds Spring Training *College basketball roundup featuring Kentucky, Cincinnati, Xavier, and…

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Reds position battles in Spring Training, Bengals to franchise tag Tee Higgins 1:06:20

3M ago1:06:20

1:06:20

Local 12 digital sports columnist and editor Richard Skinner was joined by Rick Broering to discuss a variety of topics. Those topics include: *Reds position battles in Spring Training *College basketball roundup featuring Xavier, Cincinnati, Kentucky, and NKU *Should NCAA expand March Madness to 76 and CFP to 16? *NFL salary cap going up another $…

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Worst Super Bowl ever?, Deciphering Tee Higgins' cryptic tweet 50:35

3M ago50:35

50:35

Local 12 digital sports columnist and editor Richard Skinner was joined by Rick Broering to discuss a variety of topics. Those topics include: *Recapping the Super Bowl: Was it fun to watch the Chiefs get blown out? *Can the Bengals learn from the Eagles? *Tee Higgins' latest comments and a cryptic tweet *College basketball roundup featuring Kentuc…

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Super Bowl Preview: Eagles vs Chiefs, Joe Burrow says he'll restructure contract 1:08:07

3M ago1:08:07

1:08:07

Local 12 digital sports columnist and editor Richard Skinner was joined by Rick Broering to discuss a variety of topics. Those topics include: *Super Bowl preview: Eagles vs Chiefs *Joe Burrow says he'll restructure contract to keep roster in tact *Can Bengals afford to resign all their stars? *Chip Kelly leaves Ohio State for the NFL *College bask…

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Bengals introduce Al Golden as DC, Reds add 3 new players 56:42

3M ago56:42

56:42

Local 12 digital sports columnist and editor Richard Skinner was joined by Rick Broering to discuss a variety of topics. Those topics include: *Bengals new DC Al Golden and head coach Zac Taylor spoke to the media *Duke Tobin's latest comments on Ja'Marr Chase and Trey Hendrickson *Ohio State DC Jim Knowles leaves for Penn State *Reds add three new…

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Ohio State wins National Championship, Bengals looking to hire Notre Dame's DC 1:03:12

4M ago1:03:12

1:03:12

Local 12 digital sports columnist and editor Richard Skinner was joined by Rick Broering to discuss a variety of topics. Those topics include: *Ohio State's National Championship run *Should Notre Dame's loss worry you if the Bengals hire Al Golden as defensive coordinator? *AFC & NFC Championship preview *College basketball roundup featuring Cinci…

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College Football National Championship preview, Bengals still searching for new DC 49:58

4M ago49:58

49:58

Local 12 digital sports columnist and editor Richard Skinner was joined by Rick Broering to discuss a variety of topics. Those topics include: *Notre Dame vs Ohio State preview *Update on Bengals' defensive coordinator search *College basketball roundup featuring Kentucky, Cincinnati, Xavier, and NKU *#AskSkinnyAnything Hit up Richard Skinner on Tw…

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Bengals fire Lou Anarumo, Reds make a trade 1:01:11

4M ago1:01:11

1:01:11

Local 12 digital sports columnist and editor Richard Skinner was joined by Rick Broering to discuss a variety of topics. Those topics include: *Bengals fire Lou Anarumo and other coaches *The latest Jermaine Burton news *Reds make a trade for a second-baseman who started in the World Series *A brutal week for the local college basketball teams *Col…

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Bengals offseason: Coaches already fired, what is still to come? 41:27

4M ago41:27

41:27

Local 12 Digital Sports Columnist and Editor Richard Skinner was joined by Mike Petraglia from CLNS Media to discuss the Cincinnati Bengals offseason moves, starting with the firing of several coaches. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.…

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'It just feels weird': Bengals earn nail-biting win over Steelers to keep playoff hopes alive 30:02

4M ago30:02

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Local 12 Digital Sports Columnist and Editor Richard Skinner was joined by Mike Petraglia from CLNS Media to discuss the Cincinnati Bengals victory over the Pittsburgh Steelers on Saturday, Jan. 4, 2025. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.…

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Joe Burrow keeps pressure on Bengals' front office, Ohio State dominates first two rounds of College Football Playoff 1:08:45

4M ago1:08:45

1:08:45

Local 12 digital sports columnist and editor Richard Skinner was joined by Rick Broering to discuss a variety of topics. Those topics include: *How would the city of Cincinnati react to the Bengals making the playoffs? *Joe Burrow's message to the Bengals' front office *How big of a deal is it for a wide receiver to win the Triple Crown? *College F…

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Epic? Memorable? Unforgettable? Surreal? Choose your word for Bengals win over Broncos 37:10

4M ago37:10

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Local 12 Digital Sports Columnist and Editor Richard Skinner was joined by Mike Petraglia from CLNS Media to discuss the Cincinnati Bengals victory over the Denver Broncos on Saturday, Dec. 28, 2024. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.…

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Joe Burrow makes MVP case, College Football Playoff first round recap 58:46

4M ago58:46

58:46

Local 12 digital sports columnist and editor Richard Skinner was joined by Rick Broering to discuss a variety of topics. Those topics include: *Joe Burrow deserves the MVP *Is the Bengals' 2024 draft better than initially thought? *What wins out Bengals offense or Broncos defense? *College hoops recap featuring Cincinnati, Kentucky, Xavier, and Nor…

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'If they had scored that first touchdown...': Big play early leads to Bengals win over Browns 32:43

4M ago32:43

32:43

Local 12 Digital Sports Columnist and Editor Richard Skinner was joined by Mike Petraglia from CLNS Media to discuss the Cincinnati Bengals victory over the Cleveland Browns on Sunday, Dec. 22, 2024. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.…

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Breaking down Joe Burrow and Zac Taylor's heated exchange, College Football Playoff preview 56:40

5M ago56:40

56:40

Local 12 digital sports columnist and editor Richard Skinner was joined by Rick Broering to discuss a variety of topics. Those topics include: *Joe Burrow and Zac Taylor's big exchange on the sideline *Last look at Bengals' chance to make the playoffs *Is Lou Anarumo coaching for his job? *Crosstown Shootout recap and local college basketball round…

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'One of the ugliest wins in Bengals history': Countless issues while beating the Titans 32:44

5M ago32:44

32:44

Local 12 Digital Sports Columnist and Editor Richard Skinner was joined by Mike Petraglia from CLNS Media to discuss the Cincinnati Bengals victory over the Tennessee Titans on Sunday, Dec. 15, 2024. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.…

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Crosstown Shootout week, Joe Burrow is confident Bengals will extend Tee Higgins 1:09:07

5M ago1:09:07

1:09:07

Local 12 digital sports columnist and editor Richard Skinner was joined by Rick Broering to discuss a variety of topics. Those topics include: *Crosstown Shootout and Kentucky/Louisville preview *Joe Burrow says he's confident the Bengals will extend Tee Higgins *Burrow's house was broken into *The College Football Playoff bracket has been revealed…

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Crazy finish in a crazy season: Bengals beat Cowboys on MNF 28:31

5M ago28:31

28:31

Local 12 Digital Sports Columnist and Editor Richard Skinner was joined by Mike Petraglia from CLNS Media to discuss the Cincinnati Bengals and the wild finish to beat the Dallas Cowboys on Monday, Dec. 9, 2024. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.…

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Recapping Episode 1 of AFC North Hard Knocks, Which local college football coach most deserves to get fired? 59:42

5M ago59:42

59:42

Local 12 digital sports columnist and editor Richard Skinner was joined by Rick Broering to discuss a variety of topics. Those topics include: *Recapping the first episode of AFC North Hard Knocks *Do the final five weeks of the season matter for the Bengals? *Will the Bengals' star players finish the season? *Previewing Bengals vs Cowboys *Which l…

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'That can't happen in this league': Bengals defense gashed in dispiriting loss to Steelers 44:19

5M ago44:19

44:19

Local 12 Digital Sports Columnist and Editor Richard Skinner was joined by Mike Petraglia from CLNS Media to discuss the Cincinnati Bengals loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers on Sunday, Dec. 1, 2024. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.…

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Joe Burrow concerned about his wrist, Reds trade Jonathan India 49:35

5M ago49:35

49:35

Local 12 digital sports columnist and editor Richard Skinner was joined by Rick Broering to discuss a variety of topics. Those topics include: *Recapping Feast Week for Xavier, Cincinnati, NKU, and UK basketball *Reds trade Jonathan India for a starting pitcher *Previewing Bengals vs Steelers *Joe Burrow is concerned about his wrist heading into co…

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Ja'Marr Chase throws Zac Taylor under the bus, UC hoops pulls out win at NKU 53:37

6M ago53:37

53:37

Local 12 digital sports columnist and editor Richard Skinner was joined by Rick Broering to discuss a variety of topics. Those topics include: *Ja'Marr Chase's comments about Zac Taylor after Sunday's loss to the Chargers *A CBS writeup has Zac Taylor on the hot seat *Cincinnati and NKU clash in a fun interstate basketball rivalry *How much will a …

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Finding another way to lose: Bengals suffer agonizing defeat to Chargers 26:05

6M ago26:05

26:05

Local 12 Digital Sports Columnist and Editor Richard Skinner was joined by Mike Petraglia from CLNS Media to discuss the Cincinnati Bengals loss to the Los Angeles Chargers on Sunday, Nov. 17, 2024. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.…

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Bengals still alive in AFC playoff hunt, Buckeyes have favorable draw in CFP projection, Big Blue is back after beating Duke 51:16

6M ago51:16

51:16

Local 12 digital sports columnist and editor Richard Skinner was joined by Rick Broering to discuss a variety of topics. Those topics include: *Bengals can't win a close game against good teams, but aren't out of playoff hunt yet *Do the Bengals regret not extending Ja'Marr Chase last offseason? *Previewing the Bengals/Chargers Sunday Night Footbal…

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'That's the season in a nutshell': Bengals blow yet another game, lose to Ravens 28:57

6M ago28:57

28:57

Local 12 Digital Sports Columnist and Editor Richard Skinner was joined by Mike Petraglia from CLNS Media to discuss the Cincinnati Bengals loss to the Baltimore Ravens on Thursday, Nov. 7, 2024. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.…

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The curious case of Jermaine Burton, CFP bracket projections, College basketball's opening night 54:23

6M ago54:23

54:23

Local 12 digital sports columnist and editor Richard Skinner was joined by Rick Broering to discuss a variety of topics. Those topics include: *Bengals trade for running back *What's going on with Jermaine Burton *Previewing the Bengals/Ravens Thursday Night Football matchup *College football roundup featuring Cincinnati, Kentucky, and Ohio State *…

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Good win or bad team? Bengals blow out woeful Raiders 40:16

6M ago40:16

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Local 12 Digital Sports Columnist and Editor Richard Skinner was joined by Mike Petraglia from CLNS Media to discuss the Cincinnati Bengals victory over the Las Vegas Raiders on Sunday, Nov. 3, 2024. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.…

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2024-25 College hoops preview, Fallout from another Bengals' loss 1:15:10

6M ago1:15:10

1:15:10

Local 12 digital sports columnist and editor Richard Skinner was joined by Rick Broering to discuss a variety of topics. Those topics include: *2024-25 college basketball preview for Cincinnati, Xavier, Northern Kentucky, and Kentucky *Zac Taylor and Bengals coordinators weigh in on team's issues after another loss *Is it more likely or less likely…

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That Hurts: Eagles roll in 2nd half to hand Bengals another home loss 36:07

6M ago36:07

36:07

Local 12 Digital Sports Columnist and Editor Richard Skinner was joined by Mike Petraglia from CLNS Media to analyze the Cincinnati Bengals loss to the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday, Oct. 27, 2024. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.…

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Assessing the Bengals' offensive struggles & the Bearcats' Big 12 Championship hopes 1:13:34

7M ago1:13:34

1:13:34

Local 12 digital sports columnist and editor Richard Skinner was joined by Rick Broering to discuss a variety of topics. Those topics include: *Should fans be concerned about the Bengals' struggles on offense? *Orlando Brown's injury situation *Bengals vs Eagles *Bearcats impress in win over Arizona State *Could UC reach the Big 12 Championship wit…

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'There's something to be said by winning gritty': Complementary play leads to Bengals win 24:45

7M ago24:45

24:45

Local 12 Digital Sports Columnist and Editor Richard Skinner was joined by Mike Petraglia from CLNS Media to analyze the Cincinnati Bengals victory over the Cleveland Browns on Sunday, Oct. 20, 2024. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.…

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Was the Bengals' defense better? Or are the Giants just bad?, Should Ohio State fans be concerned after loss to Oregon? 59:47

7M ago59:47

59:47

Local 12 digital sports columnist and editor Richard Skinner was joined by Rick Broering to discuss a variety of topics. Those topics include: *Did the Bengals' defense improve? Or were the Giants just that bad on offense? *Update on the betting odds for the Bengals to make/miss the playoffs *How big of an impact will RB Nick Chubb's return have on…

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'This was a gritty game, there was nothing pretty about it': Bengals grind out win vs. NYG 25:10

7M ago25:10

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Local 12 Digital Sports Columnist and Editor Richard Skinner was joined by Mike Petraglia from CLNS Media to analyze the Cincinnati Bengals victory over the New York Giants on Sunday, Oct. 13, 2024. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.…

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Bengals' playoff hopes aren't dead yet, Reds hire Terry Francona 54:10

7M ago54:10

54:10

Local 12 digital sports columnist and editor Richard Skinner was joined by Rick Broering to discuss a variety of topics. Those topics include: *Is Sunday's Bengals' loss an inflection point for the franchise and Zac Taylor? *Why the Bengals' playoff hopes aren't dead *Reds hire Terry Francona *Ohio State vs Oregon preview, plus the rest of the loca…

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Coaching failure? Bengals suffer devastating OT loss to Ravens, drop to 1-4 33:00

7M ago33:00

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Local 12 Digital Sports Columnist and Editor Richard Skinner was joined by Mike Petraglia from CLNS Media to analyze the Bengals overtime loss to the Baltimore Ravens, on Sunday, Oct. 6, 2024. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.…

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Pete Rose's legacy, Bengals' first win, Kentucky's huge upset 1:02:19

7M ago1:02:19

1:02:19

Local 12 digital sports columnist and editor Richard Skinner was joined by Rick Broering to discuss a variety of topics. Those topics include: *Pete Rose's legacy following his death *How will the Bengals stop Lamar Jackson and the Ravens' rushing attack? *Football pick 'em *Reds' wrap up season and continue search for manager *#AskSkinnyAnything H…

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'They made just enough plays': Bengals beat Panthers, get first win of season 28:13

7M ago28:13

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Local 12 Digital Sports Columnist and Editor Richard Skinner was joined by Mike Petraglia from CLNS Media to analyze the Cincinnati Bengals victory over the Carolina Panthers on Sunday, Sept. 29, 2024. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.…

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Bengals look to save season after 0-3 start, Reds fire David Bell 55:53

7M ago55:53

55:53

Local 12 digital sports columnist and editor Richard Skinner was joined by Rick Broering to discuss a variety of topics. Those topics include: *Are the Bengals' problems fixable? *Joe Burrow's comments on leadership *Confidence level in the Bengals winning on Sunday at Carolina *Reds fire David Bell *College football recap featuring Cincinnati, Ken…

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'The defense was just that bad': Analyzing another loss as Bengals drop to 0-3 27:05

8M ago27:05

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Local 12 Digital Sports Columnist and Editor Richard Skinner was joined by Mike Petraglia from CLNS Media to analyze the Bengals loss to the Washington Commanders, on Monday, Sept. 23, 2024. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.…

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