Chatterbox Bengals: A Cincinnati Bengals NFL Podcast

Cincinnati Bengals to play Atlanta Falcons in Spain!

Craig Sandlin and Reid Maus explore the breaking news that the Cincinnati Bengals will be traveling abroad in 2026. The Bengals are slotted to play the Atlanta Falcons in Madrid, Spain during week 9 of the NFL season. The guys break down the trip and their predictions for other primetime matchups for the Bengals.

Bengals UDFA Tracker: Bengals SIGN These 11 UDFAs + Bengals 2026 Schedule Rumors

The Bengals have officially signed 11 undrafted free agents, and we’re diving deep into which players could actually make the 53-man roster heading into the 2026 NFL season.
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In today’s episode, we break down:Liam Brown’s offensive line versatilityWhy Christian Jones may be the BEST UDFA signingEric Gentry’s insane 6’6 linebacker upsideJack Dingle’s chances to crack the rosterRunning back depth behind Chase Brown & Taj BrooksPotential practice squad gems to watch in preseason
We also preview the Bengals’ upcoming 2026 NFL schedule release and discuss:Why Cincinnati has one of the NFL’s easiest schedulesPotential London/international game rumorsAFC North coaching turnover advantagesBlack Friday game possibilitiesWhy Bengals fans should be furious about Baltimore Thursday night games
Joe Burrow, Ja’Marr Chase, Tee Higgins, Trey Hendrickson and the Bengals are entering a massive season, and the schedule release could shape Cincinnati’s playoff and Super Bowl hopes in a huge way.
If you’re a Bengals fan looking for roster analysis, NFL schedule reactions, training camp battles, preseason storylines, and Bengals news, this is the channel for you.
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Bengals Decline Myles Murphy's Fifth-Year Option | Instant Reaction, Analysis

Stone Shields and Craig Sandlin react to the Bengals' breaking news of the day: Cincinnati declining Myles Murphy's fifth-year option.
The Cincinnati Bengals’ decision not to pick up Myles Murphy’s fifth-year option is less about giving up on the player and more about financial strategy and long-term roster planning. On the surface, it might look surprising—especially coming off Murphy’s most productive season—but the context makes the move more understandable.
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First, the economics played a major role. Murphy’s fifth-year option for 2027 would have cost roughly $14.5 million, fully guaranteed . For a player who has shown flashes but hasn’t yet become a consistent elite edge rusher, that’s a significant commitment. While Murphy posted career highs in 2025 with 52 tackles and 5.5 sacks, his production still falls short of top-tier pass rushers who command that level of salary . From a value standpoint, the Bengals likely felt that number didn’t align with his current impact.
However, declining the option doesn’t mean Cincinnati wants to move on. In fact, reports indicate the team is interested in negotiating a long-term extension instead . This approach gives the Bengals more flexibility. Rather than locking into a one-year, fully guaranteed deal at a fixed price, they can structure a multi-year contract that better reflects Murphy’s role and potential while managing salary cap space.
Cap management is especially important given Cincinnati’s recent investments across the roster, particularly on the defensive line . By declining the option, they avoid a large future cap hit and retain the ability to allocate resources more efficiently.
There’s also a timing element. Murphy is still just entering his prime, and the Bengals may want another season to evaluate whether his late-2025 surge is sustainable. If he takes another step forward, they can extend him as a core piece. If not, they maintain flexibility without being locked into a premium salary.
Ultimately, this decision reflects a calculated bet: the Bengals believe in Murphy’s upside, but they prefer to control the terms of that investment rather than commit to a fixed, high-cost option too early.
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GRADING the Cincinnati Bengals 2026 NFL Draft! | Chatterbox Bengals | Live Reaction, Analysis

Craig Sandlin and Stone Shields give their grades for every move the Cincinnati Bengals made during the 2026 NFL Draft and their overall grade on the class! The Cincinnati Bengals entered the 2026 NFL Draft without a first-round pick after trading the No. 10 overall selection to the New York Giants for star defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence. This aggressive preseason move upgraded the interior defensive line immediately, setting the tone for an offseason focused on bolstering a defense that ranked near the bottom of the league in 2025 (second-worst total defense and third-worst scoring defense). With seven picks remaining, the Bengals prioritized pass rush, secondary depth, and offensive line/tight end support for quarterback Joe Burrow. The resulting class earned strong reviews.

Bengals Solidify Draft with Jack Endries and Landon Robinson in 7th Round | Live Reaction, Analysis

Craig Sandlin breaks down the Bengals day 3 draft picks with a focus on round 7 picks Jack Endries and Landon Robinson! The Cincinnati Bengals finalized their 2026 NFL Draft class by focusing on high-upside value and positional depth in the seventh round, selecting Texas tight end Jack Endries (No. 221 overall) and Navy defensive tackle Landon Robinson (No. 226 overall). These picks aimed to bolster Joe Burrow’s offensive weaponry and add disruptive energy to the defensive line, respectively.

Bengals make BEST PICK of entire '26 Draft, pick Brian Parker, OL, Duke in 6th round | Live Reaction

Craig Sandlin breaks down the Cincinnati Bengals selection of Brian Parker II, an offensive lineman from Duke, with the 189th overall pick in the sixth round of the 2026 NFL Draft. The selection represents a homecoming for Parker, a Cincinnati native who played high school football at St. Xavier.

Colbie Young set to TAKE THE TOP OFF for Cincinnati Bengals as 4th round draft pick | Live Reaction

Craig Sandlin and Andrew Collinsworth discuss the Bengals 4th round draft pick, 140 overall, Colbie Young, WR, Georgia. The Cincinnati Bengals bolstered their receiving corps in the fourth round of the 2026 NFL Draft, selecting Georgia wide receiver Colbie Young with the 140th overall pick. Standing at 6-foot-4 and 218 pounds, Young represents a high-upside developmental addition for a Cincinnati offense looking to add depth behind stars Ja’Marr Chase and Tee Higgins.

Cincinnati Bengals add Center of the Future, CONNOR LEW, with 4th round draft pick | Live Reaction

Craig Sandlin and Andrew Collinsworth discuss the Bengals 4th round draft pick, Connor Lew. In a move aimed at bolstering their interior offensive line depth, the Cincinnati Bengals selected Auburn center Connor Lew in the fourth round of the 2026 NFL Draft. Considered a highly technical and intelligent center, Lew brings extensive SEC experience to Cincinnati, having broken into the starting lineup as a true freshman and starting 25 games over his three-year career with the Tigers. This selection aligns with the Bengals’ strategy to fortify the trenches in front of Joe Burrow, ensuring long-term stability and contingency for their offensive line.