The Mina Kimes Show featuring Lenny Minter of Discontent: An AFC North Preview
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Aug 20, 2026 
Jon Ledyard, football analyst known for team-by-team breakdowns and preseason scouting, joins to preview the AFC North. They assess Steelers’ offense and backup QB mix. They dig into the Bengals’ under-center shift and OL continuity. They evaluate Ravens’ defensive chaos and hinge players. They dissect Browns’ quarterback reality and young skill pieces. The show closes with a division ranking and final takes.
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Steelers Defense Swings On Brisker Dean And Patrick Queen
- The Steelers' defensive variance hinges on health of Jaquan Brisker and Jamel Dean and on Patrick Queen's inconsistent finishing.
- Queen provides coverage versatility but often fails to finish tackles, making him a true swing barometer for the unit.
Bengals Moving Joe Burrow Under Center For Run Diversity
- Mina and Jon observe the Bengals are clearly practicing Joe Burrow more under center to create run-game multiplicity and play-action explosiveness.
- The switch aims to expand run-scheme diversity and force defenses to respect inside runs, not just spread passing.
Tight End Usage Could Make Bengals Harder To Stop
- Cincinnati's tight end usage matters for run-game respect; Eric Oll (rookie/returning) could unlock 12-personnel play that forces defenders into base boxes.
- If Bengals show commitment to two-TE looks, opponents must defend the run more honestly.