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The Growler

Paul Dehner Jr.
The Growler
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    Who Dey Light: Calm before the storm

    03/06/2026 | 1h 1 mins.
    Paul and Mark kick off the weekend, resetting the Bengals' position before the storm of free agency. They discuss Trey Hendrickson's departure from the Bengals as he enters free agency. They break down the calm before the free agency storm and look at realistic options for the Bengals. They react to the Bills and Rams trades this week. Paul answers your questions on Trey Hendrickson, drafting Jeremiyah Love, and the Bengals' front office.

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    00:00 Theme song and intro
    07:06 Bengals Free agency livestream preview
    09:03 Treys of our Lives ends
    15:48 Trades around the league
    23:25 Tag and trade for Trey?
    27:52 Draft an RB?
    32:21 Bengals front office love/hate?
    38:09 Defensive tackle trade?
    42:42 Dismay over "the building"
    46:52 #bengalsgrowlerbet
    48:09 Growl Pal spotlight
    49:29 Raccoon story!
    54:39 Go see Mark!
    55:15 Dad life

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    Watch and subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheGrowlerPodcast
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    Links to all socials, podcast platforms, merchandise from Cincy Shirts and more: thegrowlerpodcast.com
    See Mark’s tour schedule at markchalifoux.com

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    PD&Jay(!): Dalton Risner, FA draft and we are BACK

    03/03/2026 | 1h 17 mins.
    Jay makes his return to the podcast, rejoining Paul as they head into free agency season. They discuss Dalton Risner's return, the improved Bengals' offensive line and Trey Hendrickson reaching free agency. Mo Egger joins to offer his farewell to Hendrickson and his reaction to Risner's signing. Paul, Jay and Mo conduct a free agent draft for who they think the Bengals will sign. The Bengals Growler bet returns! Paul and Jay look at potential Bengals' international games.

    00:00 Theme song and intro
    06:48 Dalton Risner is back with the Bengals
    15:34 Risner part of Bengals' improved O-line
    23:35 Trey Hendrickson: free agent
    28:34 Mo Egger on Trey's departure & Risner's return
    35:21 NFL Free Agent draft
    1:02:32 #bengalsgrowlerbet
    1:07:38 International games
    1:12:19 A.R.B.I.E.S.

    Send your questions, comments and sponsorship inquiries to [email protected]
    Watch and subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheGrowlerPodcast
    The Growler on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-growler/id1733476604
    The Growler on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/70iJjqgPQrVzQ2pdOwVvDY
    Links to socials, Growl Pal shirts, YouTube, podcast platforms and more: www.thegrowlerpodcast.com
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    Rewatch: Bengals free agent fits

    03/02/2026 | 56 mins.
    Paul and Charlie are back diving into the tape. This time, they each offer their top three Bengals free agent fits. Also, it's the debut of The Analytics Department, presented by R&A Marketing, where Paul talks to Andrew Winter and Ryan Albaum of Gridiron Grading about draft prospects and paths through their analytic lens.
    The Analytics Department is presented by R&A Marketing. Growl Pals at R&A Marketing designed our website at thegrowlerpodcast.com, and they continue to support our digital growth. Check them out at ramarketing.com

    00:00 Theme song and intro
    04:20 Bengals and force multipliers
    06:17 Bengals DL best fits- Boye Mafe
    11:47 Bengals DL best fits- Dre'Mont Jones
    16:23 The Analytics Department
    31:26 Bengals LB best fits- Leo Chenal
    38:59 Bengals LB best fits- Kaden Elliss
    42:52 Bengals safety best fits- Jaquan Brisker
    45:54 Bengals safety best fits- Minkah Fitzpatrick

    Send your questions, comments & sponsorship inquiries to [email protected]
    Watch and subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheGrowlerPodcast
    The Growler on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-growler/id1733476604
    The Growler on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/70iJjqgPQrVzQ2pdOwVvDY
    Links to all socials, podcast platforms, merchandise from Cincy Shirts and more: thegrowlerpodcast.com
    Read and subscribe to Paul at The Athletic: www.theathletic.com
    Subscribe to Charlie’s Chalkboard on Substack: https://charlieschalkboard.substack.com/
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    Who Dey Light: Bengals Combine chatter

    02/27/2026 | 1h 6 mins.
    Paul and Mark sit down as Paul returns from the Combine in Indianapolis. Paul shares things seen, heard and observed over the week. They react to the Bengals' poor performance on the NFLPA player survey and answer your questions on Duke Tobin, the potential for a Burrow contract restructure, and concern over the Bengals' defensive line.

    Send your questions (and comments and sponsorship inquiries) to [email protected]

    00:00 Theme song and intro
    02:45 Welcome back, Jay!
    05:49 Dalton Risner's status
    08:46 Bengals' Backup QB options
    11:59 Minkah Fitzpatrick? Caleb Downs?
    15:03 Arm length discussion
    22:04 Play calling
    24:41 TJ Slaton
    28:14 NFLPA Bengals' Report Card
    34:18 Duke Tobin doubt?
    40:26 Burrow restructure?
    43:16 Jordan Battle hype?
    46:42 Bengals' D-Line concern?
    48:40 Veteran/draft pick combo?
    54:23 The kids like Paul!
    56:38 Growl Pal spotlight
    59:35 Go see Mark!
    1:00:22 Dad life

    Check out Mark's schedule at www.markchalifoux.com
    Watch and subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheGrowlerPodcast
    The Growler on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-growler/id1733476604
    The Growler on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/70iJjqgPQrVzQ2pdOwVvDY
    Links to all socials, podcast platforms, merchandise from Cincy Shirts and more: thegrowlerpodcast.com

    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 Walkout: Duke Tobin talks

    02/25/2026 | 32 mins.
    Paul and Charlie sit down at the NFL Scouting Combine and react to what Duke Tobin had to say with the local media on Tuesday. Hear from Tobin on big swings, defensive tackles, the size of his scouting department and production vs traits.
    YouTube: https://youtu.be/eMg_w_BGlmA
    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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About The Growler

Paul Dehner Jr., senior Bengals writer for The Athletic, takes you inside Paycor Stadium to keep you informed and entertained on all things Bengals. He's joined by Mo Egger of ESPN1530, Charlie Goldsmith of Fox19 & Charlie's Chalkboard, Jay Morrison, of Sports Illustrated and comedian Mark Chalifoux across four shows a week to elevate the conversation about the team from gritty details to philosophical debates to comical storylines and postgame analysis.
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