Russ Heltman

Russ Heltman

Joined: Apr 23, 2024

Russ Heltman is on the Bearcats and Bengals beat for On SI. He is the morning host and producer for 89.3 WMKV in Cincinnati, OH. Russ can be found on Twitter: @RussHeltman11 or you can reach him by email at Heltmandm@yahoo.com.

Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow (9) celebrates after the game-winning touchdown pass to Tee Higgins in 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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Bengals defensive end Boye Mafe speaks to the media during a press conference at Paycor Stadium in Cincinnati on Thursday, March 12, 2026.

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Jan 4, 2026; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Washington Commanders quarterback Josh Johnson (14) runs off the field after a victory against the Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images

Aug 17, 2024; Miami Gardens, Florida, USA; Washington Commanders defensive tackle Jonathan Allen (93) warms up before a preseason game against the Miami Dolphins at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images

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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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Jonathan Allen Officially Inks Two-Year Contract With Cincinnati Bengals

Cincinnati Bengals Director of Player Personnel Duke Tobin addresses the media during a press conference, Friday, Jan. 9, 2026, at Paycor Stadium in downtown Cincinnati.

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Cincinnati Bengals' 2026 Salary Cap Space Gets Nice Boost Following Insurance Payout

Injured Cincinnati Bengals defensive end Trey Hendrickson (91) walks the sideline in the fourth quarter of the NFL Week 12 game between the Cincinnati Bengals and the New England Patriots at Paycor Stadium in downtown Cincinnati on Sunday, Nov. 23, 2025. The Bengals fall to 3-8 with a 26-20 loss at home.

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Trey Hendrickson Ready To Battle Against Joe Burrow, Old Bengals Teammates As Ravens Tenure Begins

Aug 17, 2024; Miami Gardens, Florida, USA; Washington Commanders defensive tackle Jonathan Allen (93) warms up before a preseason game against the Miami Dolphins at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images

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Bengals’ Jonathan Allen Signing Hit With Mixed Grades From NFL Media

Bengals safety Bryan Cook speaks to the media during a press conference at Paycor Stadium in Cincinnati on Thursday, March 12, 2026.

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Bryan Cook Dives Into Special Chance To Return Home On New Cincinnati Bengals Deal

Dec 9, 2024; Arlington, Texas, USA; Dallas Cowboys wide receiver CeeDee Lamb (88) is tackled by Cincinnati Bengals cornerback Marco Wilson (42) in the first quarter at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-Imagn Images

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Bengals Free Agent Cornerback Signs With AFC Team, Sparking Depth Need At Position

Sep 22, 2024; Seattle, Washington, USA; Seattle Seahawks linebacker Boye Mafe (53) walks to the locker room following a victory against the Miami Dolphins at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images

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Boye Mafe Ready To Attack 'Opportunity' With Cincinnati Bengals

Oct 12, 2023; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Chiefs safety Bryan Cook (6) on field against the Los Angeles Chargers prior to a game at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-Imagn Images

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Fresh Cincinnati Bengals Addition Bryan Cook Officially Signs New Contract

Sep 7, 2025; Seattle, Washington, USA; Seattle Seahawks linebacker Boye Mafe (53) stands outside the tunnel during player introductions against the San Francisco 49ers at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images

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Boye Mafe Officially Signs Cincinnati Bengals Contract

Cincinnati Bengals offensive tackle Orlando Brown Jr. (75) takes the field for 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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Orlando Brown Jr. Bets On Himself After Negotiating Bengals Extension With No Agent

Oct 19, 2025; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Las Vegas Raiders defensive end Maxx Crosby (98) stretches during warmups prior to the game against the Kansas City Chiefs at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-Imagn Images

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Bengals Superstar Trade Target Announces Commitment To Team After Trade Rumors Spark Back Up

Dec 7, 2025; Paradise, Nevada, USA; Las Vegas Raiders defensive end Maxx Crosby (98) leaves the field following a game against the Denver Broncos at Allegiant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-Imagn Images

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Adam Pacman Jones Says Bengals Making Blockbuster Trade for NFL Superstar