Ryan of Cincy Fan Zone unboxes a Cincinnati Reds Community Fund dual Jeff Brantley bobblehead.
Tuesday, November 3, 2020
Tuesday, October 27, 2020
Cincinnati Reds Pint Glasses Unboxing
Ryan of Cincy Fan Zone unboxes a pair of Cincinnati Reds Community Fund pint glasses.
Sunday, October 25, 2020
WWE Hell in a Cell 2020 Thoughts
Ryan of Cincy Fan Zone shares his thoughts on WWE Hell in a Cell 2020.
Tuesday, October 20, 2020
Cincinnati Reds Community Fund MVP Package Unboxing
Ryan of Cincy Fan Zone unboxes a Cincinnati Reds Community Fund MVP package.
Tuesday, October 13, 2020
Nick Senzel Bobblehead Unboxing
Ryan of Cincy Fan Zone unboxes a Cincinnati Reds Nick Senzel bobblehead.
Tuesday, October 6, 2020
Edd Roush Bobblehead Unboxing
Ryan of Cincy Fan Zone unboxes a Cincinnati Reds Hall of Fame and Museum Edd Roush bobblehead.
Monday, October 5, 2020
Tuesday, September 29, 2020
Cincinnati Reds Batman Bobblehead Unboxing
Ryan of Cincy Fan Zone unboxes a Cincinnati Reds Batman bobblehead.
Sunday, September 27, 2020
WWE Clash of Champions 2020 Thoughts
Ryan of Cincy Fan Zone shares his thoughts on WWE Clash of Champions 2020.
Tuesday, September 22, 2020
Cincinnati Reds Superman Bobblehead Unboxing
Ryan of Cincy Fan Zone unboxes a Cincinnati Reds Superman bobblehead.
Tuesday, September 15, 2020
Sonny Gray Bobblehead Unboxing
Ryan of Cincy Fan Zone unboxes a Cincinnati Reds Sonny Gray bobblehead.
Tuesday, September 8, 2020
Aristides Aquino Bobblehead Unboxing
Ryan of Cincy Fan Zone unboxes a Cincinnati Reds Aristides Aquino bobblehead.
Cincinnati Bengals 2020 Season Outlook
Ryan of Cincy Fan Zone previews the 2020 Cincinnati Bengals' season.
Sunday, September 6, 2020
Tuesday, September 1, 2020
Glenn Braggs Bobblehead
Ryan of Cincy Fan Zone unboxes a Cincinnati Reds Hall of Fame and Museum Glenn Braggs bobblehead.
Sunday, August 30, 2020
Tuesday, August 25, 2020
Hal Morris Bobblehead Unboxing
Ryan of Cincy Fan Zone unboxes a Cincinnati Reds Hall of Fame and Museum Hal Morris bobblehead.
Monday, August 24, 2020
Tuesday, August 18, 2020
Tuesday, August 11, 2020
Tuesday, August 4, 2020
Paul Derringer Bobblehead Unboxing
Ryan of Cincy Fan Zone unboxes a Cincinnati Reds Hall of Fame and Museum Paul Derringer bobblehead.
Tuesday, July 28, 2020
Peter Warrick Bobblehead Unboxing
Ryan of Cincy Fan Zone unboxes a Cincinnati Bengals bobblehead of Peter Warrick.
Tuesday, July 21, 2020
Justin Vaive Riding the Beast Bobblehead Unboxing
Ryan of Cincy Fan Zone unboxes a Cincinnati Cyclones bobblehead of Justin Vaive riding the Beast.
Sunday, July 19, 2020
Tuesday, July 14, 2020
Bobby the Bobblehead Hall of Fame Bobblehead Unboxing
Ryan of Cincy Fan Zone unboxes a National Bobblehead Hall of Fame Bobby bobblehead.
Tuesday, July 7, 2020
Buddy the Elf Bobblehead Unboxing
Ryan of Cincy Fan Zone unboxes a Cincinnati Reds Buddy the Elf bobblehead.
Tuesday, June 16, 2020
Batman Puckchop Bobblehead Unboxing
Ryan of Cincy Fan Zone unboxes a Cincinnati Cyclones Batman Puckchop bobblehead.
Sunday, June 14, 2020
Tuesday, June 9, 2020
Derek Dietrich Bobblehead Unboxing
Ryan of Cincy Fan Zone unboxes a Cincinnati Reds Derek Dietrich bobblehead.
Wednesday, June 3, 2020
Welcome to FC Cincinnati, Jaap Stam!
FC Cincinnati’s fifth season may currently be on hold, but that did not stop the team from naming a new head coach before play resumed. Jaap Stam was officially introduced as the club’s new manager, the team’s fifth in as many years. Stam takes over as head coach following the dismissal of Ron Jans earlier this year.
Stam comes to FC Cincinnati with some coaching experience under his belt. He was the head coach of Reading from June 2016 to March 2018 and PEC Zwolle from December 2018 to May 2019. Stam looks to right the FCC ship after the team started the season with an 0-2-0 record. Assuming the season restarts and star player Jurgen Locadia is still with the orange and blue, Stam might have the greatest chance to succeed in MLS compared to the team’s previous head coaches. The 2020 FCC roster is unquestionably better than the inaugural team of last season and with proper guidance, could be a good squad.
As I write this, MLS and the Major League Soccer Players Association are reportedly working on a new collective bargaining agreement which could lead to the resumption of the sport in America. Early reports say that the MLS might conduct the rest of the 2020 season in Orlando, Florida via a tournament. Should that tournament come to fruition, Stam will have the opportunity to endear himself to FCC fans everywhere by leading the team to a tournament title.
Tuesday, June 2, 2020
Richmond Webb Bobblehead Unboxing
Ryan of Cincy Fan Zone unboxes a Cincinnati Bengals bobblehead of Richmond Webb.
Tuesday, May 26, 2020
Joe Mixon Bobblehead Unboxing
Ryan of Cincy Fan Zone unboxes a Cincinnati Bengals Joe Mixon bobblehead.
Sunday, May 24, 2020
AEW Double or Nothing 2020 Thoughts
Ryan of Cincy Fan Zone shares his thoughts on AEW Double or Nothing 2020.
Tuesday, May 19, 2020
Jesse Winker Bobblehead Unboxing
Ryan of Cincy Fan Zone unboxes a Cincinnati Reds Jesse Winker bobblehead.
Tuesday, May 12, 2020
Yasiel Puig Bobblehead Unboxing
Ryan of Cincy Fan Zone unboxes a FOCO Cincinnati Reds bobblehead of Yasiel Puig.
Sunday, May 10, 2020
WWE Money in the Bank 2020 Thoughts
Ryan of Cincy Fan Zone shares his thoughts on WWE Money in the Bank 2020.
Tuesday, May 5, 2020
Thank You, Andy
Last week, the Cincinnati Bengals officially released Andy Dalton making the Red Rile an NFL free agent for the first time since he entered the league in 2011. Dalton was the starting quarterback for the Bengals ever since the team drafted him out of Texas Christian University. Even though Bengals fans knew this day was coming ever since the “Bungle for Burrow” mantra took over Cincinnati last season, it was still a bit of shock as Dalton had been with the team for nearly a decade.
As a lifelong Bengals fan, I can honestly say I have never had more fun watching this team than during Dalton’s nine years behind center. In 2011, he and fellow rookie draft pick A.J. Green gave fans hope after Chad Johnson wound up with the New England Patriots and Carson Palmer threatened to retire if the Bengals did not trade him. In his first season, Dalton helped lead the team to a 9-7 record and a playoff appearance as a wildcard team when everybody thought the Bengals would finish last in the league. This playoff appearance was the first of five consecutive seasons in which the Bengals would qualify for the postseason.
The Bengals would earn wildcard berths again in 2012 and 2014 and would win the AFC North Division in 2013 and in 2015. During that stretch, Dalton and the Bengals had some of the most exciting wins in franchise history. In 2012, they marched into Pittsburgh and won on a late field goal that knocked the Steelers out of playoff contention while clinching a playoff spot for the Bengals. During their 8-0 home record season of 2013, the Bengals beat the Green Bay Packers in comeback fashion. In 2014, the Bengals beat the Denver Broncos in a Monday night thriller that clinched a postseason spot. In 2015, Dalton helped lead a furious late game come from behind victory over the Seattle Seahawks in overtime which I still consider to be my all-time favorite Bengals game.
Despite Dalton’s regular season success, the one knock on his career with the Bengals is the lack of postseason victories. The Bengals were 0-5 in the playoffs during that five year stretch, and Dalton was often blamed for the team’s postseason losses. However, Dalton will still go down in Bengals history as one of the franchise’s best quarterbacks. He set a few franchise records and is more than deserving of a Bengals Hall of Fame election (if the Bengals ever create a team Hall of Fame).
If I could say one thing to Andy Dalton, it would be thank you. Thank you for coming to the Bengals when the team was in turmoil and helping establish a culture of winning. Thank you for all your work in the community and helping make the city of Cincinnati a better place. Thank you for being an excellent representation of the Bengals franchise for nearly a decade. Thank you, Andy.
Monday, April 27, 2020
Who Dey Draft 2020
The moment that the city of Cincinnati had been waiting for since last December finally came to fruition. Heisman Trophy winner, national champion, and local kid Joe Burrow is officially the quarterback of the Cincinnati Bengals. The 2020 NFL Draft happened last weekend and although it was a virtual format, that did not dampen the excitement of Bengals fans everywhere as the team chose the cornerstone of the franchise for the next 10-15 years. Aside from Burrow, key pieces that will shape the team’s future and launch the Bengals to championship success were also drafted.
The Bengals had the number one overall pick in the draft by virtue of the horrendous 2019 season. Selecting Burrow as the top pick was the easiest decision of the entire draft process. Burrow had the greatest college football season in the history of the sport and was a no-brainer to be the face of the franchise. Aside from his incredible resume, Burrow is also a local kid as he grew up in Athens, Ohio, which Is about a three-hour drive from Cincinnati. If everything goes according to plan, Burrow will lead his local childhood team to multiple Super Bowl championships.
The Bengals have their quarterback, but he needs to targets to throw to on the field. The Bengals got him one in the second round of the draft by selecting wide receiver Tee Higgins out of Clemson. Higgins and Burrow reportedly did some training together before the draft and the rookie duo are poised to be the next big offensive combo for the Bengals for years to come. Higgins has said he became a Bengals fan after the team drafted his favorite player, A.J. Green, in 2011. Higgins grew up modeling his game after Green, and he now has the opportunity to play alongside his idol.
The Bengals have not had the best linebackers the last few years and used this year’s draft to address that need. In the third round, they selected linebacker Logan Wilson out of the University of Wyoming. Considered to be one of the more athletic players at his position in the draft, the team jumped at the opportunity to select Wilson with their third-round pick. Wilson already has some experience with the Bengals as their staff met with Wilson while coaching the Senior Bowl.
The Bengals went back to the linebacker well in round four by drafting Akeem Davis-Gaither out of Appalachian State. The team clearly looks to rebuild its linebacker squad as any Bengals fan could easily tell you that it has been an absolute disaster for the past few seasons. Like Wilson, Davis-Gaither met the Bengals coaching staff at the Senior Bowl and was named a captain of his Senior Bowl team.
The Bengals stayed on the defensive side of the ball by drafting Khalid Kareem in the fifth round. Kareem played collegiately at Notre Dame as a defensive end. The Bengals need another guy to rush into the backfield, and Kareem looks to fill that spot as he racked up a total of 13 sacks for the Fighting Irish.
The sixth-round pick selected by the Bengals was Hakeem Adeniji, an offensive tackle who played at the University of Kansas. Adeniji was the only lineman selected by the Bengals during the entire draft which was odd considering how poor the offensive line has been in recent years. He was a four-year starter for the Jayhawks and seemed to make a good impression on the Bengals coaching staff at the Senior Bowl.
The seventh and final pick of the Bengals in the 202 NFL draft was Markus Bailey, a linebacker out of Purdue. Bailey was the third linebacker taken by the Bengals in the draft despite missing his entire senior season with a torn ACL. With the position being a big need, it is no shock that the Bengals loaded up on linebackers in this year’s draft.
The Bengals addressed most of their needs in this year’s NFL draft. They stocked up on defense, drafted an offensive line, and added two possible franchise cornerstones that could lead to championship success. I do wish that they would have selected an offensive lineman earlier in the draft, but I cannot help but feel excited about the players they have added to the roster. Tee Higgins could be the heir apparent to A.J. Green, and Joe Burrow is shaping up be the biggest star in the history of the franchise. I can honestly say I have never been this hyped to be a Bengals fan. The only things that could top this feeling are a playoff win and Super Bowl championships, and this draft class has the potential to accomplish both of those things.
Who Dey!
Gary the Lion Bobblehead Unboxing
Ryan of Cincy Fan Zone unboxes an FC Cincinnati Gary the Lion bobblehead.
Tuesday, April 21, 2020
Cincinnati Reds 150th Anniversary Ken Griffey Jr. Bobblehead Unboxing
Ryan of Cincy Fan Zone unboxes a Cincinnati Reds 150th Anniversary Ken Griffey Jr. bobblehead.
Tuesday, April 14, 2020
Ted Kluszewski Bobblehead Unboxing
Ryan of Cincy Fan Zone unboxes a Cincinnati Reds Hall of Fame and Museum Ted Kluszewski bobblehead.
Tuesday, April 7, 2020
FC Cincinnati Retro Bobble Bobblehead Unboxing
Ryan of Cincy Fan Zone unboxes an FC Cincinnati Retro Bobble bobblehead.
Monday, April 6, 2020
Tuesday, March 31, 2020
Tuesday, March 24, 2020
Cincinnati Reds 2020 Season Outlook
Ryan of Cincy Fan Zone previews the 2020 Cincinnati Reds season.
Tuesday, March 17, 2020
Vada Pinson Bobblehead Unboxing
Ryan of Cincy Fan Zone unboxes a Cincinnati Reds Hall of Fame and Museum Vada Pinson bobblehead.
Tuesday, March 10, 2020
Cincinnati Reds 150th Anniversary Johnny Bench Bobblehead Unboxing
Ryan of Cincy Fan Zone unboxes a Cincinnati Reds 150th Anniversary Johnny Bench bobblehead.
Monday, March 9, 2020
WWE Elimination Chamber 2020 Thoughts
Ryan of Cincy Fan Zone shares his thoughts on WWE Elimination Chamber 2020.
Tuesday, March 3, 2020
Cincinnati Reds 150th Anniversary Tony Perez Bobblehead Unboxing
Ryan of Cincy Fan Zone unboxes a Cincinnati Reds 150th Anniversary Tony Perez bobblehead.
Tuesday, February 25, 2020
Yasiel Puig Bobblehead Unboxing
Ryan of Cincy Fan Zone unboxes a Cincinnati Reds Yasiel Puig bobblehead.
Tuesday, February 18, 2020
Gus Bell Bobblehead Unboxing
Ryan of Cincy Fan Zone unboxes a Cincinnati Reds Hall of Fame and Museum Gus Bell bobblehead.
Tuesday, February 11, 2020
150th Anniversary Barry Larkin Bobblehead Unboxing
Ryan of Cincy Fan Zone unboxes a Cincinnati Reds 150th anniversary Barry Larkin bobblehead.
Tuesday, February 4, 2020
Black Panther Bobblehead Unboxing
Ryan of Cincy Fan Zone unboxes a Cincinnati Reds Black Panther bobblehead.
Tuesday, January 28, 2020
150th Anniversary Joe Morgan Bobblehead Unboxing
Ryan of Cincy Fan Zone unboxes a Cincinnati Reds SGA 150th Anniversary Joe Morgan bobblehead.
Monday, January 27, 2020
WWE Royal Rumble 2020 Thoughts
Ryan of Cincy Fan Zone shares his thoughts on the 2020 WWE Royal Rumble event.
Tuesday, January 21, 2020
Cincinnati Reds Hall of Fame Joe Nuxhall Bobblehead Unboxing
Ryan of Cincy Fan Zone unboxes a Cincinnati Reds Hall of Fame Joe Nuxhall bobblehead.
Tuesday, January 14, 2020
National Bobblehead Hall of Fame Kids Club Bobblehead Unboxing
Ryan of Cincy Fan Zone unboxes a National Bobblehead Hall of Fame Kids Club bobblehead.
Monday, January 6, 2020
National Bobblehead Hall of Fame White Jersey Bobblehead Unboxing
Ryan of Cincy Fan Zone unboxes a National Bobblehead Hall of Fame white jersey bobblehead.
Monday, December 30, 2019
National Bobblehead Hall of Fame Gold Jersey Bobblehead Unboxing
Ryan of Cincy Fan Zone unboxes a National Bobblehead Hall of Fame Gold Jersey bobblehead.
Monday, December 23, 2019
Mr. Redlegs World Series Championship Bobblehead Unboxing
Ryan of Cincy Fan Zone unboxes a Cincinnati Reds Mr. Redlegs World Series Championship bobblehead.
Tuesday, December 17, 2019
2014 Cincinnati Reds Hall of Fame and Museum Barry Larkin Bobblehead Unboxing
Ryan of Cincy Fan Zone unboxes a 2014 Cincinnati Reds Hall of Fame and Museum Barry Larkin bobblehead.
Tuesday, December 10, 2019
2014 Cincinnati Reds Hall of Fame and Museum Sparky Anderson Bobblehead Unboxing
Ryan of Cincy Fan Zone unboxes a 2014 Cincinnati Reds Hall of Fame and Museum Sparky Anderson bobblehead.
Tuesday, December 3, 2019
Ready for Redsfest 2019
It's
the most wonderful time of the offseason for members of Reds Country! Redsfest
2019 will happen this weekend at the Duke Energy Center. Cincinnati Reds fans
from all over the country will gather for the one of a kind fan fest that
celebrates the very first franchise in Major League Baseball history.
The
fun gets started on Friday, December 6, and will continue through Saturday,
December 7. Fans can buy passes for either one day or both. In order to get the
full Redsfest experience, I recommend purchasing the two day pass. If you are a
Reds Hall of Fame and Museum member or a season ticket holder, your two day
ticket pass is free.
Once
you check in at Redsfest, you will receive a Reds lanyard to hold your ticket
as well as a free Reds swag bag with a free gift inside. Past gifts have
included a winter hat, socks, and an ornament. After you check in, you can
finally enter the convention center and behold the glory of the Redsfest event.
Inside
are tons of Reds memorabilia such as jerseys, autographs, bobbleheads, and even
the World Series Championship trophies. There is a stage area where you can
watch Reds Family Feud, ask the players questions, and get your picture taken
with the mascots. There is a game area, wiffle ball fields, and booths where
you can get your picture taken with players. You can play Redsfest Bingo and
participate in the Reds Community Fund Poker Tournament that features current
and former Reds players.
It
wouldn't be a fan fest without autographs, and the signing sessions are my
favorite part of Redsfest. You can get autographs from current players and Reds
legends. There are multiple signings happening at the same time throughout the
event so you are pretty much guaranteed to get at least one autograph during
your time at Redsfest.
I
cannot wait for Redsfest 2019. I have a free two day ticket because of my Reds
Hall of Fame membership, and I plan on being there from open to close on both
days. I'm hoping to get a lot of autographs and maybe a few bobbleheads if I
can find some good deals. If you see me, come say hi!
150th Anniversary Ernie Lombardi Bobblehead Unboxing
Ryan of Cincy Fan Zone unboxes a Cincinnati Reds 150th anniversary Ernie Lombardi bobblehead.
Tuesday, November 26, 2019
Monday, November 25, 2019
Survivor Series 2019 Thoughts
Ryan of Cincy Fan Zone shares his thoughts on WWE Survivor Series 2019.
Tuesday, November 19, 2019
Tuesday, November 12, 2019
Minneapolis Miracle Bobblehead Unboxing
Ryan of Cincy Fan Zone unboxes a Minnesota Vikings Minneapolis Miracle Case Keenum and Steffon Diggs double bobblehead.
Friday, November 8, 2019
Football Frustration
The Cincinnati Bengals are beyond a shadow of a doubt the
most frustrating team to be a fan of in the Queen City. The team is often
regarded as stale, stubborn, and behind the times. Last Tuesday showcased that
sentiment in spades.
With the NFL trade deadline approaching at 4PM on 10/29, the
only news to break from the Bengals front office was that quarterback Andy
Dalton would be benched after the bye week in favor of starting rookie Ryan
Finley who was taken in the fourth round of the draft. I support the move.
Dalton is essentially a lame duck quarterback at this point and the Bengals
need to see what they have in Finley before the 2020 NFL draft. Unfortunately,
that was the only move the Bengals made.
Reports were swirling that other teams had reached out to
the Bengals regarding Carlos Dunlap, Geno Atkins, Dre Kirkpatrick, Tyler
Eifert, and A.J. Green. Some serious draft picks could've been acquired in
exchange for any of the guys listed and yet the Bengals did not pull the
trigger on a single trade. Green alone could have garnered a first round pick
and considering how he can walk away at the end of the season, it is baffling
that this team did not move him as there is no guarantee he will sign another
Bengals contract.
Coach Zac Taylor was heard multiple times throughout the
week leading up to the trade deadline that they want to evaluate the current
roster. I really hope somebody was telling him to say that, as bad as that
sounds. When your team is 0-8, what is there to evaluate? The Bengals suck this
season. That is your evaluation. Expecting something different with the same
aging cast of characters next season? That's insanity. What's more insane than
that? Being a Bengals fan.
Despite all the frustration the Bengals give me every week
and the absolute incompetence demonstrated by the ownership and front office, I
am still a fan. For some stupid reason, I am still invested in this franchise
and want to see them succeed. That is why it is beyond infuriating to watch
this franchise do nothing at the trade deadline. Instead of trading away
players to gather draft picks that can help rebuild the
franchise, the Bengals stayed stagnant and appear consent with the way
things are.
Obviously, the fans are not content. The city of Cincinnati
is not content. There needs to be a big change or shakeup within the Bengals
organization. Something that would revitalize the fanbase and take this team to
the next level is desperately needed. Whether or not that happens remains to be
seen. As for now, expect more of the same old, incompetent Bengals.
Who Dey...
Tuesday, November 5, 2019
Pat Moran Bobblehead Unboxing
Ryan of Cincy Fan Zone unboxes a Cincinnati Reds Hall of Fame and Museum Pat Moran bobblehead.
Tuesday, October 29, 2019
George Wright Bobblehead Unboxing
Ryan of Cincy Fan Zone unboxes a Cincinnati Reds Hall of Fame and Museum George Wright bobblehead.
Tuesday, October 22, 2019
150th Anniversary Mr. Redlegs Bobblehead Unboxing
Ryan of Cincy Fan Zone unboxes a Cincinnati Reds SGA 150th Anniversary Mr. Redlegs bobblehead.
Tuesday, October 15, 2019
Geno Atkins Bobblehead Unboxing
Ryan of Cincy Fan Zone unboxes a Cincinnati Bengals Geno Atkins bobblehead.
Monday, October 7, 2019
Tuesday, October 1, 2019
Tuesday, September 24, 2019
And This One Belongs to Marty
Ever since before I was born, the voice of the Cincinnati Reds has been radio broadcaster Marty Brennaman. Known for calling it as he sees it and for his trademark "and this one belongs to the Reds" catchphrase after the Redlegs get a win, Marty has become a local legend in Cincinnati.
He came to Cincinnati in 1974 and was paired up with "the Ol' Left-Hander" Joe Nuxhall. Together the two were tagged as "Marty and Joe" and became Cincinnati celebrities as they called games together until Nuxhall retired in 2004. Marty continued to call the action from the Reds radio booth and was paired up with "the Cowboy" Jeff Brantley. The two formed an on-air chemistry similar to that of Marty and Joe and became a new fixture on Cincinnati Reds radio broadcasts. The talent of the team might have fluctuated, but Marty's presence on the radio was consistent.
This week marks not only the end of the Reds 2019 season but also the career of Marty Brennaman. The Hall of Famer will call his final Reds game on Thursday, September 26. It is only fitting that Marty's final game is the Reds' 2019 home finale during their 150th anniversary season.
I have gotten to meet Marty a few times throughout the years, and I can honestly say he is one of the nicest sports personalities I have ever met. He always greeted me with a smile, and in my option, he was one of the greatest representatives of the Cincinnati Reds organization. I was fortunate enough to get a baseball signed by both him and Joe when I was a kid. I won a contest to announce the leadoff batter during one of the innings of a game in 2002. Back then, the kids got to go into the PA booth which is right next to the radio booth which is how I was able to get their autographs. I still have that baseball in my collection.
Marty is not only a legendary figure in Cincinnati Reds history, but he is also part of the city of Cincinnati's history. He has been in numerous commercials for local businesses and is often regarded as the voice of the Queen City. He will be truly missed by Reds fans and Cincinnatians alike. Thank you and enjoy retirement, Marty. It really does belong to you.
Domata Peko Bobblehead Unboxing
Ryan of Cincy Fan Zone unboxes a 2012 Florence Freedom SGA Cincinnati Bengals bobblehead of Domata Peko.
Tuesday, September 17, 2019
The Boo Birds and the Bengals
This past Sunday, the Cincinnati Bengals dropped a massive turd on the field for their 2019 NFL home opener when they were waxed by the San Francisco 49ers 41-17. I was in attendance and stayed for the entire game. I can honestly say it was the worst Bengals game I have watched in person. Fans justifiably booed this team and left the game early.
I had to have been one of maybe 200 Bengals fans left in the stands. The 49ers faithful stayed until the end and greatly outnumbered the remaining fans of the Bengals. Chants of "Let's go Niners" echoed throughout Paul Brown Stadium. It was a deflating loss that drained me of all optimism that I had following the encouraging performance the Bengals turned in against the Seattle Seahawks.
During post game interviews, quarterback Andy Dalton and running back Joe Mixon said they did not like the fans booing. My first thought on this is for both Dalton and Mixon was to grow up and not complain about it. Fans have a right to boo. It comes with the price of admission. If I spend some of my hard earned money on a ticket to see my favorite football team play in person, I will boo until I have no voice left if they play like absolute garbage.
Another thought that came to mind was that if they don't want fans booing, don't give them a reason to boo. There was very little to cheer for on Sunday. On the other hand, there was a ton to boo. Dropped passes, an interception, a fumble, blown coverage, and a missed field goal are a few of the many reasons fans had to boo the Bengals. You know what? I'm also going boo Dalton and Mixon's comments. Boooooooooooooooo!
Don't get me wrong. I love Dalton, Mixon, and the Bengals. I have been and always will be a faithful member of Who Dey Nation. But if this team gives me a reason to boo, I'm going to do just that. In conclusion, if the Bengals want to hear cheers over boos, then give the fans a reason to cheer. If not, expect the boo birds to continue to circle Paul Brown Stadium.
Clash of Champions 2019 Thoughts
Ryan of Cincy Fan Zone shares his thoughts on WWE Clash of Champions 2019.
The Wednesday Night War
A few weeks ago, I wrote about All Elite Wrestling's television deal with TNT in which the new wrestling brand will be broadcasted live every Wednesday night. I mentioned that while not the start of a new Monday Night War, it was definitely the beginning of a television battle in the professional wrestling industry with AEW having fired the first shots. World Wrestling Entertainment did not take long to retaliate by announcing that NXT will move to the USA Network from the WWE Network on September 18.
What was a staple of the WWE Network, and in my opinion one of its biggest selling points, was NXT as it showcased some of the best future stars WWE had to offer. Wrestlers such as Dean Ambrose, Roman Reigns, Seth Rollins, Beat Wyatt, Kevin Owens, Becky Lynch, Sami Zayn, and Alexa Bliss among others spent time in NXT before being called up to the main WWE roster. It is literally a who's who of current WWE talent that were developed in NXT.
Aside from changing networks, the run time and taped format will change as well. The show will be expanded to two hours and will be live every week. It will then be made available for on-demand viewing the next day on the WWE Network.
NXT has long been considered the best WWE television show for hardcore wrestling fans as it generally does away with goofy segments and instead focuses on the action that takes place in the ring. That idea also appears to be the main focus of AEW so it makes sense that WWE would position NXT in a head to head competition with AEW. Whether or not the expanded run time or change to a live show every week has an effect on NXT remains to be seen. Hopefully Triple H remains in charge of NXT and focuses on the in ring product. If not, AEW might grapple NXT into submission.
If you are a fan of pro wrestling, this is easily the most exciting time in the industry since the late 1990s and early 2000s when the battle between WWE's Monday Nigh Raw and WCW's Monday Nitro was at its peak. AEW is real completion for WWE. NXT could be a viable threat to AEW. The Wednesday Night War is about to begin, and I cannot wait to sit back, relax, and enjoy it.
Tuesday, September 10, 2019
Miami Marlins Speaker Unboxing
Ryan of Cincy Fan Zone unboxes an Alexander Global Promotions Miami Marlins speaker.
Follow Alexander Global Promotions on Twitter: @AGPBobbleheads
Tuesday, September 3, 2019
Cincinnati Bengals 2019 Season Outlook
Ryan of Cincy Fan Zone previews the Cincinnati Bengals' 2019 season.
Battle of I-75 Helmet Unboxing
Ryan of Cincy Fan Zone unboxes an Alexander Global Promotions Battle of I-75 helmet.
Follow Alexander Global Promotions on Twitter: @AGPBobbleheads
Tuesday, August 27, 2019
Mike Eruzione Bobblehead Unboxing
Ryan of Cincy Fan Zone unboxes an Alexander Global Promotions Mike Eruzione bobblehead.
Follow Alexander Global Promotions on Twitter: @AGPBobbleheads
Tuesday, August 20, 2019
PandaRay Bobblehead Unboxing
Ryan of Cincy Fan Zone unboxes an Alexander Global Promotions bobblehead of PandaRay.
Follow Alexander Global Promotions on Twitter: @AGPBobbleheads
Follow Alexander Global Promotions on Twitter: @AGPBobbleheads
Tuesday, August 13, 2019
Shots Fired
All Elite Wrestling recently announced that it will air a
two hour television show every Wednesday on TNT. While not the start of a new
Monday Night War, it is definitely the beginning of a new battle for wrestling
viewership.
World Wrestling Entertainment has long dominated the
wrestling indusrtry ever since World Championship Wrestling closed its doors in
2001. Total Nonstop
Action Wrestling was once seen as a potential competitor but
has since fallen into near obscurity and airs on Twitch. Ring of Honor is on
television via syndication, and New Japan Pro Wrestling is on tape delay on Axs
TV. What has truly halted these promotions from becoming legitimate WWE
competitors is exposure. That is what separates AEW from the rest of the pack.
The promotion made headlines with its signings and first
ever pay-per-view, and has seemingly shaken the wrestling industry to its core
with it newly announced television deal. Starting on October 2, 2019, AEW will air
love on TNT from 8-10pm from the Capital One Arena in Washington D.C. This is
massive. AEW's roster depth, which features stats such as the Young Bucks,
Cody, Kenny Omega, Chris Jericho, and Jon Moxley, was already considered to be
a massive strength of the new Wrestling promotion. A live weekly television
deal on a nationally broadcasted cable network will only bolster its popularity
and attract more fans.
For the first time since 2001, WWE has real competition and
that is fantastic for wrestling fans. Competition brings out the best in
people. The Monday Night Wars featured the highest ratings for wrestling
television shows in history. With AEW set to make its television debut in
October, WWE will be forced to step up their game. A few shots have been fired
by AEW in this new wrestling television war. Let's see how WWE responds.
Tuesday, August 6, 2019
"Thoughts on Wrestling" Update
As you may have noticed, my last "Thoughts on
wrestling" video was posted on Tuesday as opposed to late Sunday night or
very early Monday morning. That is because I have decided to no longer make
those videos immediately after the wrestling event goes off the air.
A few months after I started Cincy Fan Zone, I started
posting wrestling review videos immediately after pay-per-views. After about
five years of following this schedule, I have decided to post my "Thoughts
on Wrestling" videos on Tuesdays like all my other videos. The reason for this is the lack of sleep I
get that night is beginning to take it's toll. Factor in the amount of views
that each "Thoughts on Wrestling" video receives, and it becomes
pretty apparent that the effort that goes into publishing these videos as quick
as possible is not worth it.
In conclusion, the "Thoughts on Wrestling"
Videos" should be published every Tuesday like all the other videos on my
channel. Also, there might be more wrestling videos now that All Elite
Wrestling has burst onto the scene. There should be a "Thoughts on
Wrestling" video after every AEW event, however I might also make combo
videos reviewing both WWE and AEW events should they happen in the same week.
If you are one of the few people who watch these videos, thank you for your
support and for continuing to watch them.
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Ryan of Cincy Fan Zone unboxes a Cincinnati Cyclones Jay Kruz bobblehead.
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