Paul Dehner Jr. and Jay Morrison update everyone on recent Bengals news, including Geno Atkins being placed on the injured reserve. The guys discuss what's next for Atkins, and detail Cincinnati's unfulfilled return on investment from their last free agent class. A fist for HTPG: ANGRY Steelers stats, but don't worry, they're still a little sad. Paul welcomes former NFL Executive of the Year and co-host of The Athletic's 'Football GM Podcast', Randy Mueller, to provide perspective on an array on Bengals-related topics, including: coaching cohesion, dearth of trades and more. Next, The Athletic's Pittsburgh Steelers wordsmith Mark Kaboly shares his insight into the AFC North-leader's season. What gives with the slump? Is Ben Roethlisberger's deep ball wavering? Could we, conceivably, see a new QB next season, and how much does this defense miss Bud Dupree? Lastly, RPB and Growler time, baby!

Rundown:
(:30) Bengals waiting for return on investments
(14:30) Angry Steelers stats
(20:30) Randy Mueller on GM perspective
(27:30) Mark Kaboly shares Steelers insight
(44:30) RPB, Growler

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