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

Cincinnati Bengals owner Mike Brown talks to reporters as the team's annual media luncheon at Paycor Stadium in Cincinnati, Ohio on Monday, July 21, 2025.

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Ja'Marr Chase Hints at Possible Cincinnati Bengals Changes After Playoff Elimination. The Bengals lost to the Ravens 24-0 on Sunday. They were officially eliminated from playoff contention.

Dec 14, 2025; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow (9) runs with the ball against Baltimore Ravens linebacker Tavius Robinson (95) in the first half at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-Imagn Images

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Postgame Observations: Joe Burrow Shutout for First Time, Bengals Lose to Ravens 24-0. The Bengals are 4-10 on the season. Their worst record since 2020. They've officially been eliminated from playoff contention.

Dec 7, 2025; Orchard Park, New York, USA; Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Charlie Jones (15) returns the opening kickoff against the Buffalo Bills at Highmark Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark Konezny-Imagn Images

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Two Bengals Veterans Suffer Injuries vs Ravens, One Won't Return

Nov 27, 2025; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow (9) reacts against the Baltimore Ravens during the second half at M&T Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mitch Stringer-Imagn Images

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Cincinnati Bengals vs. Baltimore Ravens: Injuries, What to Watch For, and Week 15 Prediction

Baltimore Ravens outside linebacker Odafe Oweh (99) and Baltimore Ravens outside linebacker Kyle Van Noy (53) force Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow (9) out of the pocket =in the fourth quarter of the NFL game at M&T Banks Stadium in Baltimore on Thursday, Nov. 7, 2024.

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Baltimore Ravens Activate Two Veterans in Quest to Stop Joe Burrow and the Cincinnati Bengals. The Bengals need to win on Sunday to keep their playoff hopes alive.

Cincinnati Bengals linebacker Shaka Heyward (50) intercepts a pass intended for Cincinnati Bengals tight end Mike Gesicki (88) at Bengals spring practice at the IEL Indoor Facility in Cincinnati on Wednesday, June 12, 2024.

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Cincinnati Bengals Bring Back Intriguing Young Player Ahead of AFC North Showdown vs Baltimore Ravens. The Bengals made the move on Friday afternoon.

Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow (9) heads for the locker room after the fourth quarter of the NFL Week 14 game between the Buffalo Bills and the Cincinnati Bengals at Highmark Stadium in Orchard Park, N.Y., on Sunday, Dec. 7, 2025. The Bills overcame a halftime deficit to win 39-34.

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What Cincinnati Bengals QB Joe Burrow Really Said About NFL Future After Comments Spark Wild Speculation

Dec 7, 2025; Orchard Park, New York, USA; Cincinnati Bengals head coach Zac Taylor looks on in the third quarter against the Buffalo Bills at Highmark Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark Konezny-Imagn Images

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NFL Insiders Shed Light on Zac Taylor's Future With Cincinnati Bengals

Sep 14, 2025; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow (9) runs with the ball against the Jacksonville Jaguars in the first half at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-Imagn Images

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Cincinnati Bengals Star Joe Burrow Opens Up About Latest Injury, Why He Views Football Differently

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Joe Burrow’s Birthday is a Harsh Reminder of Cincinnati Bengals’ Ongoing Failures. Joe Burrow is 29 years old today. He's in his sixth NFL season.

Cincinnati Bengals defensive end Trey Hendrickson (91) celebrates as time winds down in the fourth quarter of the NFL Week 1 game between the Cleveland Browns and the Cincinnati Bengals at Huntington Bank Field in Cleveland on Sunday, Sept. 7, 2025. The Bengals begin the season with a 17-16 win over the Browns.

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Cincinnati Bengals Star Trey Hendrickson Set to Undergo Surgery for Injury, Could Miss Rest of 2025 Season.

Aug 23, 2025; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Jermaine Burton (81) runs with the ball against the Indianapolis Colts in the first half at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-Imagn Images

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Cincinnati Bengals Move on From Promising Draft Pick Jermaine Burton After Two Years of Frustration

James Rapien

Joined: Apr 5, 2020

One Question Mike Brown Must Ask While Deciding Zac Taylor and Duke Tobin’s Future

Bengals Make Decision About Joe Burrow's Availability After Being Eliminated From the Playoffs

Bengals’ 2026 NFL Draft Position Taking Shape After Blowout Loss to Ravens

NFL Personnel: Bengals Seen as Elite Head Coaching Job for One Major Reason

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Ja'Marr Chase Hints at Possible Bengals Changes After Playoff Elimination

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Postgame Observations: Joe Burrow Shutout for First Time, Bengals Lose to Ravens 24-0

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Two Bengals Veterans Suffer Injuries vs Ravens, One Won't Return

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Bengals vs. Ravens: Injuries, What to Watch For, and Week 15 Prediction

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Ravens Activate Two Veterans in Quest to Stop Joe Burrow and the Bengals

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Bengals Bring Back Intriguing Young Player Ahead of AFC North Showdown vs Ravens

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What Joe Burrow Really Said About NFL Future After Comments Spark Wild Speculation

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NFL Insiders Shed Light on Zac Taylor's Future With Cincinnati Bengals

Joe Burrow Opens Up About Latest Injury, Why He Views Football Differently

Joe Burrow’s Birthday is a Harsh Reminder of the Bengals’ Ongoing Failures

Cincinnati Bengals Star Trey Hendrickson Set to Undergo Surgery for Injury

Cincinnati Bengals Move on From Promising Draft Pick After Two Years of Frustration