James Rapien

Joined: Apr 5, 2020

James Rapien is the publisher of Bengals OnSI. He's also the host of the Locked on Bengals podcast and Cincinnati Bengals Talk on YouTube. The Cincinnati native also wrote a book about the history of the Cincinnati Bengals called Enter The Jungle. Prior to joining Bengals On SI, Rapien worked at 700 WLW and ESPN 1530 in Cincinnati

Aug 18, 2025; Landover, Maryland, USA; Washington Commanders quarterback Josh Johnson (14) passes the ball against the Cincinnati Bengals during the second quarter at Northwest Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images

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The Bengals could certainly address their defensive tackle need in this year's draft. They're showing interest in one of the most polarizing prospects.

Cincinnati Bengals executives Mike Brown and his daughter Katie Blackburn talk on the sideline during a session of organized team activities on the Bengals practice field at Paycor Stadium in downtown Cincinnati on Tuesday, June 3, 2025.

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Cincinnati Bengals Cost Themselves Valuable Cap Space With Latest Contract and It Could Impact Their Next Move in Free Agency

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The Cincinnati Bengals Still Have Plenty of Cap Space After Free Agency Moves and Should Add to Their Roster With Proven Players

Dec 28, 2025; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Cincinnati Bengals offensive tackle Orlando Brown Jr. (75) leaves the field after a game against the Arizona Cardinals at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-Imagn Images

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Cincinnati Bengals Free Up More Cap Space With Orlando Brown Jr. Contract Extension

Cincinnati Bengals defensive coordinator Al Golden coaches players during training camp, Wednesday, July 23, 2025, at the Kettering Health Bengals Practice Fields in Downtown Cincinnati.

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A new era of Cincinnati Bengals football is here following the Buffalo Bills signing on Friday.

Sep 29, 2024; Glendale, Arizona, USA; Washington Commanders defensive tackle Jonathan Allen (93) against the Arizona Cardinals at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

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Here Are the Top Pass Rushers the Cincinnati Bengals Could Target After Jonathan Allen Signing

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The Cincinnati Bengals pass rush needed a major boost this offseason. First the team signed Boye Mafe. They followed it up by coming to an agreement with a former Pro Bowler.

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Cincinnati Bengals Sign Key Veteran Orlando Brown Jr. to Multi-Year Extension

Nov 3, 2025; Arlington, Texas, USA; Dallas Cowboys defensive end Jadeveon Clowney (42) reacts after a sack against Arizona Cardinals quarterback Jacoby Brissett (7) in the first half at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

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CINCINNATI — The Bengals have added to their defense, but they haven't done nearly enough during the first three days of the negotiating window. Cincinnati agr

Feb 24, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Cincinnati Bengals general manager Duke Tobin speaks at the NFL Scouting Combine at the Indiana Convention Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

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The Cincinnati Bengals blew a golden opportunity to address a major weakness on Wednesday. They should've made a blockbuster trade with the Dallas Cowboys.