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As Reds minor leaguers arrive, team alters philosophy in hopes of protecting pitching arms
C. Trent Rosecrans
Feb 17
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The fluctuating environment of the past few seasons, coupled with regime change in the Reds' pitching establishment, has led to new methods.
Zac Taylor talks extension, Joe Burrow’s injuries, the Perine play and Jessie Bates’ future
Jay Morrison
Feb 16
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On the day he signed a deal through 2026, the head coach addressed a number of post-Super Bowl questions.
Why intra-MLS trade prices have gotten so high; FC Cincy interest in Gruezo; Cowell contract details: Notebook
Sam Stejskal
Feb 16
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The decline of TAM and influx of GAM has had a material impact on the price tag of recent transactions between MLS clubs
What’s next for Bengals’ offensive line? Assessing all 5 spots and the options
Paul Dehner Jr.
Feb 16
60
Cincinnati's glaring need was on full display in the Super Bowl and now the offseason needs to be about fixing it.
As Cincinnati’s defense falters, the Bearcats continue to be hindered by inconsistency
Justin Williams
Feb 16
6
Getting to know the (minor league) Reds pitchers and catchers who are actually reporting this week
C. Trent Rosecrans
Feb 16
5
NFL Power Rankings: Rams end season as unanimous No. 1. Other teams weren’t so easy to slot
Lindsay Jones
Feb 16
117
Mandel’s Mailbag: Is Luke Fickell’s new contract the best value in CFB? Did we underestimate NIL’s influence?
Stewart Mandel
Feb 16
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Sports on TV: Why L.A.’s 26th-best Super Bowl rating is better than it looks
Bill Shea
Feb 16
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2022 NFL Super Bowl era franchise rankings: Rams shoot up another tier with title
Bob Sturm
Feb 15
194
NFL Style Rankings: The stars shined brightly in Los Angeles for Super Bowl LVI
Rhiannon Walker
Feb 15
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Bubble Watch: Rutgers is the new Providence. Tell your friends
Eamonn Brennan
Feb 15
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Despite Sunday night's Bengals loss, Southeast Ohio continues to root on Burrow, its hometown hero made good.
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Could Super Bowl LVI produce a surprise MVP? A look at the possible candidates, including … a kicker?
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