The Bengals put Joe Burrow in the shotgun and let him cook against the Saints, and there are some clear signs that perhaps optimism is due for this team after an up-and-down start to the 2022 season.

The Bengals escaped disaster with a strong finish after a rocky start, lowlighted by Trent Taylor's fumble then highlighted by Joe Burrow and Ja'Marr Chase playing their best game of the season.

Breaking down the keys to victory for the Bengals' Week 6 matchup in New Orleans, including finding a way to start fast on offense, keep the running game going to open up the passing game if the Saints are dedicated to preventing explosive passes, and the defense preparing for an offense with a questionmark at starting QB.

The Bengals are trying to avoid a 2-4 start in the "easy" part of their schedule as Joe Burrow and Ja'Marr Chase return "home" to Louisiana. Ross Jackson joins Jake and James to break down the biggest stories and key matchups as the New Orleans Saints host the Cincinnati Bengals in Week 6.

Mike (@bengals_sans) Santagata joins Jake and James to discuss the challenges for the Bengals offense Week 5, what they can do differently, and what they can build on if teams continue to play soft 2-high coverage shells.

Should Zac Taylor give up playcalling duties and focus on his role as a head coach? Breaking down the possibilities as the Bengals offense is not living up to expectations.

The passing offense continues to struggle against 2-high coverage shells and took too long to get going in another last-second loss.

After thoroughly dominating the Ravens in 2021, the 2022 Bengals will look to build on some offensive success while trying to contain Lamar Jackson for an early-season AFC North lead.

Kevin Oestreicher joins the guys to break down the biggest stories and most important matchups as the top of the AFC North clashes in Week 5.

Breaking down Joe Burrow's charitable foundation, plus what makes the defense tick, Cordell Volson's outlook after 4 games, vacancies on the 53-man roster, and more!

Breaking down Joe Mixon's comments on the running game and the AFC North standings, where the season is mostly starting from 0 but the Week 1 loss stings.

Mike (@bengals_sans) Santagata joins the guys to break down the big takeaways from the Week 4 tape as the passing offense took a step forward and the defense continues its run of strong play.

Breaking down the up and down night from the offense and yet another strong defensive performance for the Bengals on TNF as they move to 2-2 on the season

Kyle Crabbs joins the guys to break down the Dolphins' defensive approach to taking on the Bengals and the challenges Mike McDaniel's offense presents for opposing defenses.

Jake and James break down the impact of the DJ Reader injury with his absence expected to take him to the injured reserve. Then we take a first look at the challenges and opportunities that the Miami Dolphins will bring to Cincinnati in Week 3.

Joe Goodberry joins Jake to break down the big film takeaways from the Bengals' first win, including the offense's scheme and ability against 2-high shells, Joe Mixon and more!

Joe Burrow and the Bengals started out hot and Trey Hendrickson was a gamewrecker as the Bengals got into the W column with an all-around controlling performance.

There are ingredients for a get-right game for the Cincinnati Bengals in their Week 3 opponent New York Jets, but they need to show that they can sieze the opportunity and start to get their season back on track.

Breaking down the biggest stories and game-deciding matchups as the Bengals travel to New York with Locked On Jets' John Butchko.

All-22 Lessons From Week 2: Joe Burrow finding a balance, panic level for La'el Collins and the OL, more love for DJ Reader and looking for a pass rush

Breaking down what's going wrong with Joe Burrow and the offense, and how the Bengals need to bounce back.

The Bengals offense is struggling to start the season as the team falls to 0-2 in games where they were favored by at least a touchdown. Is it time to panic?

Breaking down the key matchups for the Bengals in Week 2, which feels more important than you'd expect most Week 2 games to feel.

Breaking down the biggest stories as the Cowboys host the Bengals in week 2, including Dak Prescott's injury, and Joe Burrow and Bengals offense looking to bounce back.

Jake and James break down what the Bengals need to do differently in Week 2 to bounce back from a disappointing 0-1 start.