The Growler

Paul and Mo discuss if the Bengals history of missing on a vast majority of offensive line picks should shape the approach to this season's draft with offensive tackle in the crosshairs. Plus, important thoughts on kids ruining adult holidays and allowing too many mythical creatures into our houses.

Paul and Mark take your questions on the remaining money in free agency, Tyler Boyd, Joe Burrow's involvement in free agency, AFC North additions, a potential interior offensive lineman in Round 1, who could be a multi-sport athlete, saint canonization controversy, hard truths about Mr. Peanut, bathroom flexes and the important market shift in jelly beans.

Paul and Jay tick through the new coming out of the league meetings in Orlando. They discuss EVP Katie Blackburn's comments on Ja'Marr Chase, Tee Higgins, the stadium lease and more. Plus, hear from special teams coordinator Darrin Simmons on the new kickoff rule. Then, thoughts on Trent Brown's money, Jay's Got obscure stats, Opening Day stats and stories about criminals fleeing the country.

Laying the draft foundation for the Bengals first three picks with draft guru Mike Renner. Giving a quick look at the prominent names, players and structure of the first three rounds for Cincinnati before a month of deeper dives commences.

The Athletic's Paul Dehner Jr. and comedian Mark Chalifoux talk about the final pieces of free agency, the first look at the draft with mock 1.0, Ted Karras content ideas, being accused of overdramatizing DJ Reader, a night with Dave Chappelle in New York, local news takes and Blake Maislin's successful infiltration of American youth.

Paul and Jay talk about the signing of Trent Brown and what's next in free agency in the draft. Then they are joined by Bengals offensive coordinator Dan Pitcher to talk about the signings of Brown, Mike Gesicki and Zack Moss. He picks a couple of plays that stood out in his analysis and points out how they show the possibilities in the Bengals' offense. Then a gift for Jay in the free agent draft and hot tub stories.

Talking through the latest of the Bengals quest to supplement the trenches in free agency, including Teair Tart and Mekhi Becton, who visited on Friday. Then listen to newest Bengals defensive tackle Sheldon Rankins as he shines in his introductary news conference on Monday as well as shines light on his possible role making up for the loss of DJ Reader. Then Mo Egger joins as we talk through free agency wins and losses and what tattoo from a past sports moment he would get.

Paul and Mark talk through the latest in free agency, including the visits from Teair Tart and Mekhi Becton, the roles of all the new pieces, something to start thinking about with Dax Hill, the biggest challenge of the offseason that's apparent after this week, Seinfeld guest spots, Mark on trial, a callout for more personal attacks and recapping Measles on Ice.

Paul and Jay discuss the Bengals signing of Sheldon Rankins, what's next with DJ Reader and/or his possible replacement. Then, looking at the intriguing signing of Mike Gesicki, turning of the page from soul of the Super Bowl, Paul's points bonanza in the free agent prediction contest, Growler Bet update and offering apologies to Mark Evans.

Paul Dehner Jr. and Mo Egger focus in on the Tee Higgins situation. From what was concerning -- if anything -- about his request, if this changes the opinion of what the Bengals should do, how the club is processing the latest development and the possibilities of a trade actually happening.