:format(webp)/cdn.vox-cdn.com/uploads/chorus_image/image/60121817/872696506.jpg.0.jpg)
Cincinnati Bearcats Football 2018 Preview
After a rocky start to the Luke Fickell era, the Cincinnati Bearcats will enter year two with their sights set on not only improving, but competing.
-
July 30, 2018
Who’s Gone, Who’s Back and Who’s New: Offensive Line
The Bearcats are losing four starters from a rather stout group from 2017. Rebuilding will be made easier by the return of Garrett Campbell, but it is clear changes are on the way.
-
July 27, 2018
Deals the Bearcats Should Make if Trades Were Allowed
While trades are not a part of college football, it’s still fun to imagine.
-
July 26, 2018
Who Should Return Kicks for the Cincinnati Bearcats in 2018?
The Bearcats need a new punt returner with Mike Boone and Devin Gray gone. Plus, will Michael Warren continue to field kickoffs now that he is moving up the offensive depth chart?
-
July 25, 2018
Opponent Preview: UConn Huskies
UC just slipped by the Huskies in the season finale last year. This season, the Huskies are trying to improve on a 3-9 mark despite losing several key contributors.
-
July 24, 2018
The Three Best Special Teams the Cincinnati Bearcats Will Face in 2018
Breaking down the most special of teams on the schedule for the Bearcats.
-
July 23, 2018
Returning Player Refresher: James Smith
The Cincinnati Bearcats have the best punter in the American Athletic Conference.
-
July 20, 2018
Projecting the Depth Chart: Defensive Line
The Bearcats welcome back three 12-game starters and a host of up and coming talent. That will probably lead to plenty of different sets on the defensive line.
-
July 19, 2018
Returning Player Refresher: Kevin Mouhon
Mouhon has developed into a collector of tackles for loss. That is more than enough.
-
July 18, 2018
Returning Player Refresher: Cortez Broughton
Broughton was a breakout star in 2016 but he regressed last year. As a senior, he has one more shot to be the player he hinted at as a sophomore.
-
July 17, 2018
The Three Best Offensive Lines the Cincinnati Bearcats Will Face in 2018
As the Bearcats continue their quest to improve the pass rush, these units are going to prove the greatest challenge.
-
July 17, 2018
Returning Player Refresher: Marquise Copeland
Marquise Copeland is the best defensive lineman on the roster. How much he improves from a solid 2017 will have a major effect on how the whole defense plays in 2018.
-
July 16, 2018
Who’s Gone, Who’s Back and Who’s New: Defensive Line
With a host of returning talent, an overhaul from the recruiting side and the return of an old friend on the sidelines, the Bearcats could end up having one of the best defensive lines in the American Athletic Conference.
-
July 13, 2018
Projecting the Depth Chart: Linebackers
Its pretty clear that Perry Young and Jarell White are going to be starting, but how does the rest of the group shake out?
-
July 12, 2018
Returning Player Refresher: Jarell White
It didn’t take long for White to go from heralded recruit to standout contributor.
-
July 11, 2018
The Three Best RBs the Cincinnati Bearcats Will Face in 2018
Cincinnati is still trying to find its footing against the run. These guys won’t help them.
-
July 11, 2018
Opponent Preview: Ohio Bobcats
Some people don’t realize it, but Ohio is one of the better football programs in the Buckeye State. Led by a powerful offense and exceptional special teams play, the Bobcats will be a real challenge for anyone they face.
-
July 10, 2018
Returning Player Refresher: Perry Young
Young transitioned nicely from the secondary to linebacker. Now he will transition to a leadership role.
-
July 9, 2018
Who’s Gone, Who’s Back and Who’s New: Linebackers
With a defensive coordinator like Marcus Freeman who has so much linebacker experience, this group would be set even if it didn’t have some buddy stars. Luckily, it has both.
-
July 6, 2018
Projecting the Depth Chart: The Secondary
The biggest addition to the secondary was corner backs coach Mike Mickens, but the departures were the real story of the offseason, meaning Mickens and safeties coach Jon Tenuta may have to get creative.
-
July 5, 2018
Returning Player Refresher: Malik Clements
Clements had the highlight of the 2017 season and was a strong performer all year as well.
-
July 3, 2018
The Three Best WRs the Cincinnati Bearcats Will Face in 2018
It’s secondary week so let’s look at the best wideouts the Bearcats will have to defend.
-
July 3, 2018
Returning Player Refresher: Tyrell Gilbert
Gilbert can play safety and linebacker, making him one of the most valuable and versatile players on the defensive side of the ball.
-
July 2, 2018
Who’s Gone, Who’s Back and Who’s New: The Secondary
The secondary is short on experience, especially on the corners.
-
June 27, 2018
Opponent Preview: Miami-Ohio RedHawks
The Bearcats’ Victory Bell rivals are bringing back many of their best players from a year ago with the hope of avoiding another devastating letdown.
-
June 26, 2018
The Three Best QBs the Bearcats Will Face in 2018
These are the throwers of the footballs. They will throw the footballs the best.