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Is Dhani Jones’ Pitch to Be the Aflac Duck Awesome?

By maoglone, on March 25th, 2011

By now, you’ve likely heard about Gilbert Gottfried’s firing from Aflac, as well as the rush of people almost automatically nominating themselves for the EASIEST JOB IN THE WORLD. Seriously.

Whelp, you can count Bengals LB Dhani Jones among the available lineup of insurance pitch voices:

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5: 700 WLW Spooge Update

By maoglone, on February 7th, 2011

In this episode of the CinAwesome Podcast, Jason and Ed discuss a need for something MORE to the show–some more energy, or perhaps a gimmick of some kind that makes the show stand out more. The answer couldn’t possibly be hard work and preparation, by the way. We also discuss Jay Gruden’s hiring as Offensive Coordinator of the Bengals, Taco Bell’s beefy fiasco, and Jason falls asleep.

The music played in this episode is all Valley of the Sun. If you haven’t given them a listen yet, you sucka mc’s betta reckonize.

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Breaking News! Bengals Fire Bratkowski. Awesomeness?

By Ed, on January 31st, 2011

Bengals fans want heads to roll at Paul Brown Stadium. Rightfully so. And this afternoon came word that the first, and so far only, head to roll belongs to offensive coordinator Bob Bratkowski.

Somehow this comes as a surprise.

True, the Bengals have been awful, the players have publicly called out Bratkowski, and then the whole Marvin Lewis-Brad Childress meeting thing. But it was starting to seem like nothing would change. Especially with Mike Brown acting as though they’re a matter of inches away from being a respectable franchise. You know. Like the ones that go to the Super Bowl and stuff.

Pros

Finally. Something is changing.
The pass play on third-and-one may finally die.

Cons

Ever feel like they’re just throwing us a bone?
Will no longer be able to pass ourselves off as psychics by predicting every play on offense.
Unless they bring in Vince Lombardi, how much can things really improve?

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The Alleged End of “Ochocinco”: 85 Kinds of Awesome?

By Ed, on January 27th, 2011

Oh, Chad.

The wide receiver formerly known as Chad Johnson (and in a few months, probably formerly known as a Bengal, too) says he’s had enough of the “Ochocinco” bit. 85 told ESPN this week he plans to change his name back.

You know. ‘Cuz it would be weird calling yourself Ochocinco if someone else on your new team already has that name.

Pros:

Ken Broo can stop scowling every time he has to read the name “Ochocinco.”
Unsold Ochocinco jerseys will probably be slashed to bargain prices. Makes a great Valentine’s Day gift!

Cons:

Hearing Dave Lapham say “Ochocinco” reminded me of hearing a fat guy ordering more chips and salsa at a Mexican restaurant. I found it oddly comforting.
Probably the first in a long series of things about to become less fun at Paul Brown Stadium.

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This Carson Palmer Business: Awesome or Not?

By maoglone, on January 25th, 2011

You’ve read all the junk, you’ve probably got a half-formed opinion now. All that remains is this: do you think Carson Palmer’s “Take this job and shove it” stance is awesome or not awesome?

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#4: The Happiest Meatball Sandwich on Earth

By maoglone, on January 24th, 2011

In this episode of the CinAwesome Podcast of Awesomeness, Jason and Ed cover the last couple weeks of polls, discuss Ed’s trip to Orlando and all the Disney awesomeness it has to offer, the Enquirer’s apparent humor when it comes to writing murder-related headlines, and the Carson Palmer thing. Yes, that Carson Palmer thing. NO, NOT *THAT* CARSON PALMER THING, YOU SICKASS.

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Mediocre Bengals Changing Nothing: Awesome?

By Ed, on January 6th, 2011

There are many reasons the Cincinnati Bengals are usually awful. The owner. Terrible draft picks. The NFL’s smallest scouting department. The coaches. The owner. The owner.

But heck, if it’s broke, why fix it?

Marvin Lewis just got himself a contract extension coming off a 4-12 season. While he’s taken the Bengals to the playoffs twice, he also has a losing record. Lewis says he wants to stay because he has unfinished business. After eight years?

Pros:

Captivating pre-game show featuring Lewis and Dave Lapham will soldier on.
If you can think of anything to put here, please post it in the comments section.

Cons:

Gives Terrell Owens a chance to get back on TV and say “I told you so.”
Captivating pre-game show featuring Lewis and Dave Lapham will soldier on.

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Late-Season Garbage/Spoiler Wins: Awesome or Baseball’s Coming Soon?

By maoglone, on December 27th, 2010

Look, none of us saw the Bengals apparently play well yesterday, and the chances are pretty dang good that we didn’t really care, either. I know that I didn’t. Generally speaking, anyway. Nonetheless, the Bengals knocked the Chargers out of the playoffs or whatever and YAWN, WHATEVER. PITCHERS AND CATCHERS REPORT IN LESS THAN 50 DAYS.

Pros:

A win is a win
Yay, it’s a Cincinnati thing that one some thing yesterday.
WHEN WE DON’T WATCH, THEY DOOS GOOD.

Cons:

A garbage win only counts as 1/4 of an actual, important win.
Mike Brown.
Also, Mike Brown.

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