Bengals Get Much Needed Win 34 – 24

Date: Tuesday October 1, 2024

Writer: Anthony Iles

Bengals headed to the Carolina Panthers and faced off against for Bengals franchise QB Andy Dalton. Bengals players knew Dalton would be steady and not faulter as he has shown the Panthers why he is their starting QB. Dalton had a solid game going 25/40 for 220 yards; 2 TDs and 1 INT with a QB Rating 83.3. Bengals defense showed up and made enough plays this game to allow Burrow and the offense to take grasp of the game. Burrow went 22/31 for 232 yards; 2 TDs and 1 INT with a QB Rating 100.5.

Ja’Marr Chase had 3 catches for 85 yards and 2 TDs. Tee Higgins had 6 for 60 yards. Burrow had 8 different people with receptions during this game. The running game was on point as RB Moss had 15 carries for 51 yards and RB Chase Brown had 15 carries for 80 yards and 2 TDs.

Burrow and the offense have found a good rhythm. They are showing they can point points up on the scoreboard. Slowly the defense is getting back some people that got hurt either right before game 1 vs Patriots as well as people that got hurt during game 1. Next week Bengals host the Ravens. RB Henry has been a nice addition to the Ravens. They are a run first and quick short/medium pass team with occasional deep throws. Bengals need to try and contain them as much as they can with running with giving up some yards but the question is can they make the necessary stops at key times to eliminate big plays. If they can Bengals can control the ball on offense and keep Jackson & Henry off the field. Time for Bengals to get this next W to get to 2 -3 before going to New York to play the Giants in game 6.

Who Dey!!!

Bengals Lose 3rd Straight

Date: Tuesday September 24, 2024

Writer: Anthony Iles

The Bengals offense tried to offset the Bengals defensive struggles but ended up losing their 3rd straight game by one score or less. They lost to the Commanders 38 – 33.

The Bengals defense struggled to stop 3rd down plays. Washington’s QB Daniels went 21 – 23 passing; 254 yards; 2 TD’s. Burrow and the Bengals offense ran the ball well and passed efficiently with Burrow throwing 29/38 for 324 yards and 3 TDs. Chase had 6 for 118 and 2 TD’s.

Either team did not punt as it seemed the game could be high scoring and it was. The Bengals offense was fun to watch but on the other hand it was frustrating watching the Bengals defense be able to stop 3rd or 4th down plays. One stop could have changed the course of the game but it never happened.

The Bengals defense needs to clean up a few things and play with the demeanor they did when they played the Chiefs. If you play all games like that then you will win a lot of games. The offense has found its form and with Tee Higgins back it adds the needed wrinkle into the offense.

The Bengals have 4 big games coming up playing Panthers, Ravens, Giants. and Browns. If they can catch fire now they can be 4-3 and 2-0 in AFC North which could give them an edge in AFC North standings. Bengals have 8 more games until their bye week. If they can go 6 -2 in next 8 games they will be 6 – 5 and will have 6 games left where they could finish 10-7 or 11-6 and be able to win the AFC North. It will not be easy but if there is anyone who could pull it off I believe this is the team that can. We will see what happens !!

Next up for the Bengals is traveling to Carolina and playing against “Red Rifle” Andy Dalton and the Panthers.

Let’s go Bengals and get the W train started! Who Dey!!!

Here are some pics from the game last night:

Bengals Fumbles Results in First Loss

Date: Thursday September 12, 2024

Writer: Anthony Iles

Bengals hosted the Patriots. Bengals came out rusty as the Patriots came out with something to prove. Errors with 2 fumbles cost the Bengals an opportunity to be the winners. First half offense was sluggish but they got into better rhythm in the second half and made a slight comeback. Unfortunately the effort was too late and they lost 16 -10. Bengals will regroup and play better. It is a trend last 4 years Bengals struggle during first 2 games and then they adjust. That trend needs to be reversed someday and start out and stay on fire. Next up, headed to Chiefs!!

Week 1 of the NFL last week had plenty of action:

Chiefs hosted the Ravens and outlasted them 27-20 in a close game. Ravens almost ties it at the end.

Eagles and Packers played in Brazil. Eagles won 34-29 in a decent game. At the end of the game QB Love unfortunately hurt his knee and could be out anywhere 3 – 6 weeks depending on how his healing and rehab go.

Steelers edged out the Falcons as QB Cousins struggled as the game went on. Steelers QB Fields got his first win as a Steeler. It remains unseen when Wilson will get the start per his injury. Once healthy Wilson will be the starter.

Bills played the Cardinals in a close game as QB Allen was able to will his team to a victory at home. Safety Damar Hamlin started as he has been announced as their starting safety this season. He had 1 solo tackle and 2 assisted tackles. We will see how long he stays the starter. He is on the last year of his rookie deal. He may be looking for another team to play for after this season.

Titans lose to the Bears at Chicago as Titans QB Levis made a poor QB decision in the second half and threw an underhand pick 6 which the throw should have never happened.

Texans played at Colts in a close game. Texan pulled away with a 29-27 victory in which newly acquired RB Mixon had a stellar game with 30 carries 159 yards with 1 rushing TD and averaging 5.3 yards per carry. He also had 3 catches for 19 yards.

Dolphins hosted the Jags. It was a rough start for Miami before the game as WR Hill was pulled over for speeding, then was arrested and then let go in time to make it to the game. Miami played rusty but by 4th quarter worked out the rust and pulled out the win 20 – 17.

Saints hosted the Panthers. QB Carr and company destroyed the Panthers 47 – 10. Did the Panthers even know there was a game…..Carr went 19-23 for 200 yards and 3 TDs. RB Kamara had 13 carries for 83 yards and a TD.

Vikings played at Giants where they crushed New York 28 – 6. WR Jefferson had 4 receptions for 59 yards and 1 TD. Giants QB Jones went 22 -42 for 186 yards with 2 INTs. Daniel Jones will be on the hot seat. Will he even be the starter by the end of the season?

Chargers hosted the Raiders. New Chargers Head Coach Jim Harbaugh got the W as the Chargers won 22 – 10. Chargers capitalized on their opportunities to score.

Seahawks hosted the Broncos and won 26 – 20. New Broncos rookie QB Nix threw 2 INTs. Seattle QB Smith played steady and led his team to victory.

Cowboys played at Browns. Cowboys played a solid game as the Browns struggles with QB Watson throwing 2 INTs. Cowboys win 33 – 17.

Buccaneers played the Commanders. Tamp QB Mayfield led the way and Bucs win 37 – 20.

Lions hosted the Rams and edged out the Rams in a close game winning 26 – 20. Rams had a lot of offensive linemen get hurt during this game. We will see how the team adjusts for week 2.

49ers hosted the Jets and QB Rodgers. 49ers took care of business and won 32 – 19. We will see how Rodgers adjusts to his Jets offensive weapons this season. Glad to see he is healthy.

Good luck to all teams going into week 2.

Who Dey!!

Curry Shoots Dagger 3’s for Team USA Men’s Basketball to Win Gold

Date: August 19, 2024

Writer: Anthony Iles

USA Men’s Basketball team went undefeated from exhibition, group play, & the medal rounds and won the gold medal facing a tough France team. Team USA locked in late in the game was close and Steph Curry was not going to allow France to take the gold medal.

This current USA Men’s team had a lot of talent and all were bought in to the system. Tatum did not get to play as much as Celtics fans would hope but given the situations certain players were not going to play many minutes on any given night. When you have Lebron, KD, AD, and Curry on the same team that is going to limit those other players minutes who play the same positions as they do. The current team roster was: Anthony Davis, Lebron James, Kevin Durant, Devin Booker, Steph Curry, Bam Adebayo, Joel Embiid, Anthony Edwards, Jrue Holiday, Derrick White, Tyrese Haliburton, and Jason Tatum.

It was the veterans James, KD, and Curry that helped seal the deal in the 4th quarter as each took turns in locking up the gold medal. It was Curry’s 4 three point shots in a row that was the dagger. It was so fun to watch and see Curry, his first time as an Olympian, will the team to victory. The enthusiasm and passion those players played with showed with their emotions. Since the original Dream Team and the Redeem Team, this current team was fun to watch.

The next Summer Olympics in 2028 will be in Los Angeles California. Who will be on USA Men’s Basketball as well as USA Women’s Basketball? USA Women’s Basketball has changing of the guards as Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese will lead Team USA.

NFL: Bengals Training Camp

Date: Thursday July 25, 2024

Writer: Anthony Iles

Training camp has started for NFL teams. Cincinnati Bengals have everyone reporting. Higgins said he signed the franchise tag when he did to stop the noise. He wants to come in and work and get back to the Super Bowl and win it with this group. You can see the focus and attitude of the players. They are on a mission and everyone is on the same page. For the first time in his career Burrow will have a full training camp. I feel this will make a difference and allow the team to come out firing on all cylinders for the beginning the season and getting them off to a fantastic start.

Everyone has haircuts including Burrow. He’s going with his buzz and blonde look he had when he was young to begin the season. Chase also has a buzz style cut. It will be interesting what style they each have when they get to the Super Bowl.

New Orleans is on this teams mind. What a storyline this will be for Burrow, Chase and the Bengals!! Can this duo win the Super Bowl where they also won their college football National Championship at LSU in 2020? I think they can and will! The time is now !

Who Dey!!

2024 PGA Championship at Valhalla in Louisville KY

Date: Wednesday May 15, 2024

Writer: Anthony Iles

This week is the 106th PGA Championship which will be played at Valhalla in Louisville KY. Round 1 is Thursday morning. Tiger Woods will tee off at 8:04 AM on hole #10. He is grouped with Adam Scott and Keagan Bradley. Rory McIlroy tees off on Hole #10 at 8:15 AM and is grouped with Dustin Johnson and Justin Rose. Louisville’s own, Justin Thomas, tees off on Hole #10 as well at 7:53 AM. He is grouped with Ludvig Aberg and Xander Schauffele.

It is great to have Tiger Woods back and competing. I believe he will make the cut and be in the top 15. The more he gets to play in competitive tournaments the better he will be and victories will come his way. This will be a step in the right direction this week.

Later this week I will give a summary of what I think about the first 2 rounds.

Who do you think will win? I think Rory has a great chance after coming off victory last week.

NFL Draft: Bengals Thrive

Date: May 1, 2024

Writer: Anthony Iles

Last week the NFL draft occurred. The first 13 picks were all offensive players. This set a new record for 1st Round draft picks having first 13 be all offense. Also, 6 QB’s were taken in the first round which tied the record for 1st round QB picks. Last time 6 QB’s were picked was in the 1983 NFL draft.

The Bengals selected well and covered areas they needed and wanted to add depth:

Round 1: They chose Amarius Mims, OT from Georgia. He is 6’8 and 340 pounds. He makes the third offensive lineman for the Bengals to be 6’8. The others are newly acquired Trent Brown from the Patriots and Orlando Brown Jr.. Having this size will help keep Burrow upright. A solid first round pick.

Round 2: Kris Jenkins DT, Michigan – he is a solid DT and will add depth to this spot.

Round 3:  Jermaine Burton, WR, Alabama. I think this is one of the best picks of the draft. He is a very good WR. He will fit in as the #3 WR for the Bengals.

Round 3: McKinnley Jackson DT, Texas A&M – he is a solid, dependable DT and will add depth.

Round 4: Erick All, TE, Iowa – a good TE that has a lot of upside after having an ACL injury in college. He adds depth as the #3 TE on the team.

Round 5: Josh Newton, CB, TCU – A solid CB that can tackle. He will be under the wings of Mike Hilton and learn from him. Josh is the future for the Bengals at CB.

Round 6: Tanner McLachlan TE, Arizona – an experienced TE that adds depth to be the #4 TE on the team.

Round 6: Cedric Johnson , EDGE, Ole Miss – a solid EDGE that will add depth to the spot.

Round 7: Daijahn Anthony, S, Ole Miss – a hard worker going from DII football to DI. A solid S and will be a good fit to add depth to the spot and just the type of player Bengals like.

Round 7: Matt Lee, C, Miami – a solid center and will add depth to the position.

A solid draft class for the Bengals!!

Who Dey!!!

Bengals: Voluntary Workouts Begin

Date: Wednesday April 17, 2024

Writer: Anthony Iles

The 2024 – 2025 NFL Season is here. Voluntary workouts are beginning. The NFL draft is next week. Bengals are getting locked and loaded.

Burrow is healthy and ready to go. With some additions on defense along with new offensive weapons and an increase at offensive line the Bengals are ready to roar!

It is going to be a fun season to see the Bengals go for the Super Bowl where Burrow and Chase won the National Championship in New Orleans. This is the Bengals year. Keep Joe healthy and good things will happen.

After the draft I will make a post about the Bengals picks and what I think about the picks.

Who Dey!!

2024 MLB Opening Day on Thursday March 28th

Date: Wednesday March 27, 2024

Writer: Anthony Iles

Tomorrow, Thursday March 28th is opening day for baseball. Cincinnati Reds will play at 4:10 pm vs Washington Nationals. The Reds have higher expectations this season as De La Cruz will have his first full season with the Reds. He is projected to become an all-star this season. The Reds finished 82-80 and just missed the playoffs. Expectations with this current team is to get into the playoffs and sky will be the limit. They have and goof mix of vets and youth along with pitching. I think the Reds can end the upcoming season at 90 – 72 and make it to the playoffs. From there we will see what happens. If healthy I do not see why they can’t get to the National League Championship game and on their way to a World Series birth…. If they get to there they win it all in 6 games.

Good luck to everyone’s MLB teams this season!

Lets go Reds!!

Chiefs Win 2 Super Bowls in a Row

Free Agency Begins Monday March 11th

Date: Wednesday March 6, 2024

Writer: Anthony Iles

Kansas City Chiefs stayed poised during the Super Bowl and managed to escape with a victory after the 49ers had a few miscues that cost them the opportunity to be champions.

Free Agency begins next week. some of the top tier teams are about to let players go because of salary cap issues. This is prime time for the Bengals to have their shot at possibly getting some added veterans to their team as well as making another Super Bowl run as they are one of the top teams with the most salary cap space.

Higgins is franchise tagged for the 2024 season. They can sign him to an extension if they agree by July. Ja’Marr Chase will be getting an extension after this 2024 season. Burrow will be coming back healthy going into this upcoming season. It looks like they will sign TE Hudson to keep him on the team as he emerged from no where to be very reliable and Burrow really likes him. Panthers released TE Hurst and Jets released TE Uzomah, former Bengals tight ends the from the last 3 seasons, from their teams. Uzomah hurt his knee and had season ending injury. Hurst is healthy. My thoughts are the Bengals will entertain the idea of signing Hurts to a 2 year deal with the 2nd year being a team option. They can then draft a TE and that would make 3 TE on their roster for the upcoming season. RB Mixon will find out in the next 2 weeks if he is released or they work at a restructure. Do not be surprised if he restructures his deal and he will be on the team one more season. If they do release him they can go after free agent RB Barkley as the Giants as he is a free agent and also could make an offer to RB Henry from the Titans as he is a free agent as well.

It will be interesting to see how the Bengals go about free agency as they have some good options to choose from. This is going to be an exciting 2024 season as the Bengals regroup and make a run for the Super Bowl which will be in New Orleans! What a story line with Burrow and Chase….can they get to the Super Bowl and win where they won their college national championship in 2019?? I think so !!!

WHO DEY!