
The Bengals faced some more offseason turmoil this week with the news that Germaine Pratt has requested a trade. We also look ahead at some intriguing prospects and free agents ahead of the spring.
What has been coined as “The Biggest Offseason in Bengals History” keeps making more twists and turns as the days pass. the latest is a reported trade request by starting linebacker Germaine Pratt, throwing out more questions about the team’s defense heading into 2025.
On this episode:
-Germaine Pratt has reportedly requested a trade: Was it because of the new defensive coordinator, team financials, or both?
-Joe Burrow continued his polite public lobbying of the Bengals’ pivot to spending big money this offseason.
-One familiar name in free agency could bolster the team’s rebuild on defense—even if on a short-term deal.
-An incoming rookie running back could be the perfect complement to Chase Brown.
And more!
We broke all of that down and looked ahead at some intriguing additions the Bengals could look at this spring. Our thanks to those who joined us for the live show on Thursday afternoon. You can now catch it on your favorite platform, too!
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