Is Joe Burrow's play hurting Cincinnati? Paul and Jay kick off today's podcast by sharing a team health update before sliding (or lack thereof) into a discussion about Joe Burrow's haphazardous conduct and what Zac Taylor said to the second-year QB about his perilous play. When will Cincinnati's offense catch up to its staunch defense? Paul caught up with Bengals special teams coordinator Darrin Simmons to get his take on the multitude of missed kicks in Sunday's game. Mo Egger jumps in for his weekly segment that is full of optimism and squeaky carts. Lastly, PDJ and JM recap last week's Growler Bet and RPB.

Rundown:
(10:00) Burrow needs to protect himself
(19:00) When will the offense rise to the defense's level of play?
(30:30) Darrin Simmons on Evan McPherson, pack of missed kicks
(41:30) Mo Egger joins the pod
(55:45) Growler Bet/RPB recap

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