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James Rapien

James Rapien

Joined: Nov 15, 2023

James Rapien is the publisher of Bengals On SI. 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

Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase (1) catches a pass over Tennessee Titans linebacker James Williams (52) during the second quarter at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn., Sunday, Dec. 15, 2024.
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Look: Bengals Star Ja'Marr Chase Has Awesome Exchange With Titans Head Coach Brian Callahan

Look: Cincinnati Bengals Star Ja'Marr Chase Has Awesome Exchange With Titans Head Coach Brian Callahan

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Ja’marr Chase reacts to Tee Higgins saying he plans to send his new money on an aquarium built into the wall of his home during a press conference to announce the signing of new contracts for Cincinnati Bengals wide receivers Ja’Marr Chase and Tee Higgins at Paycor Stadium in downtown Cincinnati on Tuesday, March 18, 2025. Chase becomes the new highest-paid non-quarterback player in the NFL.
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Bengals Cost Themselves Significant Cap Space With Questionable Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins Contract Structure

Bengals Cost Themselves Cap Space With Questionable Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins Contract Structure. The Bengals could've maximized their cap space with a few simple tweaks to Chase and Higgins' contracts.

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Aug 20, 2024; New Orleans, LA, USA; New Orleans Saints guard Lucas Patrick (62) looks on during practice at Yulman Stadium (Tulane). Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images
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Newly Signed Offensive Lineman Lucas Patrick Sheds Light on Role With Bengals

Newly Signed Offensive Lineman Lucas Patrick Sheds Light on Role With Cincinnati Bengals. The Bengals signed Patrick to a one-year contract on Friday afternoon.

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August 18, 2024; Santa Clara, California, USA; New Orleans Saints guard Lucas Patrick (62) before the game against the San Francisco 49ers at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-Imagn Images
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Cincinnati Bengals Add Offensive Line Help, Signing Lucas Patrick to One-Year Deal

Cincinnati Bengals Add Offensive Line Help, Signing Lucas Patrick to One-Year Deal. The Bengals are hoping to have the deepest offensive line of Joe Burrow's career this season. The Bengals knew they needed to make changes in the offensive line room.

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Sep 15, 2024; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Cincinnati Bengals offensive tackle Trent Brown (77) and guard Alex Cappa (65) on the line of scrimmage against the Kansas City Chiefs during the game at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-Imagn Images
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Former Cincinnati Bengals Offensive Tackle Trent Brown Signing With Houston Texans

Former Cincinnati Bengals Offensive Tackle Trent Brown Signing With Houston Texans

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Feb 27, 2025; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Michigan defensive back Will Johnson (DB17) during the 2025 NFL Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tanner Pearson-Imagn Images
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Michigan Cornerback Will Johnson to Hold Private Workout for Teams Ahead of 2025 NFL Draft

Michigan Cornerback Will Johnson to Hold Private Workout for Teams Ahead of 2025 NFL Draft. The Bengals have the No. 17 overall pick.

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Cincinnati Bengals defensive end Trey Hendrickson (91) celebrates a stop in the fourth quarter of the NFL Week 18 game between the Pittsburgh Steelers and the Cincinnati Bengals at Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh on Saturday, Jan. 4, 2025. The Bengals won 19-17 to finish the regular season at 9-8.
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Cincinnati Bengals Paid Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins: Is Trey Hendrickson Next?

Cincinnati Bengals Paid Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins: Is Trey Hendrickson Next? The Bengals' negotiations with Trey Hendrickson could take time, even if they hope to sign the star pass rusher to a new contract.

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Dec 1, 2024; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Jermaine Burton (81) runs with the ball against the Pittsburgh Steelers in the first half at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-Imagn Images
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Watch: Bengals Wide Receiver Jermaine Burton Attends Lakers Game, Makes Multiple Half-Court Shots

Cincinnati Bengals Wide Receiver Jermaine Burton Attends Lakers Game, Makes Multiple Half-Court Shots

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Sep 8, 2024; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; New Orleans Saints guard Lucas Patrick (62) against the Carolina Panthersduring the pregame at Caesars Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images
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Cincinnati Bengals Bringing in Free Agent Guard Lucas Patrick for Visit

Cincinnati Bengals Bringing in Free Agent Guard Lucas Patrick for Visit. The Bengals need to add a starting guard after releasing Alex Cappa earlier this month.

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Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase (1), quarterback Joe Burrow (9) and wide receiver Tee Higgins (5) take the field as captains for the coin toss before the first quarter of the NFL Week 18 game between the Pittsburgh Steelers and the Cincinnati Bengals at Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh on Saturday, Jan. 4, 2025.
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Look: NFL General Manager Explains LONG-TERM Impact of Bengals' Contracts With Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins

Look: NFL General Manager Explains LONG-TERM Impact of Bengals' Contracts With Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins. The Bengals broke precedent and gave Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins guaranteed money beyond the first year in their new contracts.

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Cincinnati Bengals defensive end Trey Hendrickson (91) smiles after forcing the Broncos to punt during overtime of the NFL Week 17 game between the Cincinnati Bengals and the Denver Broncos at Paycor Stadium in downtown Cincinnati on Saturday, Dec. 28, 2024. The Bengals took a 30-24 win in overtime to remain in the post season chase.
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Danielle Hunter's New Contract Could Impact Trey Hendrickson's Future With Cincinnati Bengals

Danielle Hunter's New Contract With Houston Texans Could Impact Trey Hendrickson's Future With Cincinnati Bengals. The Bengals gave Hendrickson permission to seek a trade earlier this month, but they're hoping to re-sign him to a long-term deal.

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Oregon’s Josh Conerly Jr. takes the the ball on the way to a two-point play against Maryland.
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Cincinnati Bengals Bringing in Former Oregon Ducks Standout Josh Cornerly Jr. for Pre-Draft Visit

Cincinnati Bengals Bringing in Former Oregon Ducks Standout Josh Cornerly Jr. for Pre-Draft Visit. The Bengals have the 17th and 49th overall picks in the first two rounds of the 2025 NFL Draft. They have six selections overall.

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