Congratulations to Sam Hubbard on being nominated for the Walter Payton Man of the Year Award! Bengals fans wish they could also congratulate the Bengals on a much-deserved victory over Los Angeles, instead, Paul and Jay are back to discuss the crowded AFC playoff picture following Sunday's loss. As stellar as Ja'Marr Chase has been in moments this year, can we trust him fully? Mo Egger hops on the pod to discuss if fans can place their confidence in this Bengals squad as we near the postseason. Plus, Mo describes the collective emotions felt by the University of Cincinnati fanbase after learning the Bearcats earned a playoff spot. Plus, a Growler Bet recap and Paul, yes, PAUL has stats!

Rundown:
(2:15) News & Sam Hubbard nominated for WPMOTY
(16:45) Playoff Picture
(27:00) Trusting Ja'Marr Chase
(39:00) Mo joins the show
(59:00) Growler Bet recap + Paul has stats

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