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Bengals, Trey Hendrickson Contract Drama Could Continue Throughout Offseason; Trade Possible

Cincinnati Bengals edge defender Trey Hendrickson has been fighting for a long-term contract for years, and that battle could continue throughout the offseason.

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Vikings, Steelers & Bengals Potential Options For Joe Flacco

Jeremy Fowler reports that the Bengals have discussed re-signing veteran QB Joe Flacco, who has also drawn interest from the Vikings and Steelers. Flacco wrapped up his 18th season in the NFL in 2025 and is just two years removed from his run with Cleveland, where he came out of retirement and helped them to the postseason.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / February 9

Bengals Select All SEC Defensive Players In Post Super Bowl LX Mock Draft

The Athletic's Nick Baumgardner dropped a new three-round mock draft for all 32 NFL teams Monday. To no one's surprise, Cincinnati leaned heavily on defense, making all three selections on that side of the ball.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / February 9

Key Date in Cincinnati Bengals' Offseason Calendar Officially One Month Away

It's a big offseason for the Bengals. If they're going to get back into Super Bowl contention, they need to upgrade multiple spots on defense. The Bengals can start contacting and negotiating with players once the NFL's legal tampering period begins on March 9—one month from today.

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Joe Flacco News / Pro Football Rumors / February 9

Bengals Want To Re-Sign QB Joe Flacco

The Bengals will of course hope Joe Burrow manages to remain healthy in 2026. If the team is once again forced to rely on a backup next season, though, a familiar face could be in play.

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The 25 greatest NFL teams that didn't win a Super Bowl

Some franchises' best efforts have not led to victory parades or even Super Bowl berths. Because of untimely injuries, unfortunate circumstances, or myriad other reasons, many teams' plans throughout NFL history have not produced the desired result.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Yardbarker / February 9

Why Bengals, Hendrickson may be headed toward ugly contract standoff

Why Bengals, Trey Hendrickson may be headed toward ugly contract standoff

Last summer, the Cincinnati Bengals and Hendrickson agreed to a revised deal that gave him a raise for the 2025 season but offered him no guarantees beyond the campaign. Hendrickson also remained in the final year of his contract.

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Duke Tobin News / A to Z Sports / February 9

Super Bowl LX showcased why Duke Tobin needs to fulfill his desires for the Cincinnati Bengals this offseason

The Seattle Seahawks may've scored 29 points, but their defense was the main reason why they won Super Bowl LX. Seattle made New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye's life a living nightmare for four quarters, sacking him six times and holding him to -0.32 EPA/play.

Joe Burrow News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / February 9

Pro Football Hall Of Famer Makes Questionable Case Why Joe Burrow's Not An Elite Quarterback

Pro Football Hall of Fame running back Emmitt Smith made a head-scratching case for Patrick Mahomes as the only "elite" quarterback who missed out on the Super Bowl this past season.

Cincinnati Bengals News / A to Z Sports / February 9

Unfortunate record set by Bengals QB Joe Burrow was broken by Drake Maye during Patriot's Super Bowl LX loss

Joe Burrow survived a lot of hits during the 2021-22 postseason. He nearly led the Cincinnati Bengals to their first Super Bowl despite being sacked 19 times in their four playoff games, including their 23-20 loss to the Los Angeles Rams in Super Bowl LVI.

Trey Hendrickson News / Pro Football Rumors / February 8

Bengals Could Tag DE Trey Hendrickson

When after months (technically years) of drama over Bengals defensive end Trey Hendrickson‘s contract situation in Cincinnati ended with a one-year agreement, it seemed the saga would finally end with Hendrickson hitting free agency at the conclusion of the season.

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Looking back at every NFL Christmas Day game

For years, Thanksgiving belonged to the NFL, but Christmas belonged to the NBA. Occasionally, an NFL game would fall on Christmas, but it was anomalous, even avoided if possible.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Larry Brown Sports / February 8

Bengals could make shocking move with Trey Hendrickson

After a season of contract negotiations and bad feelings between Trey Hendrickson and the Cincinnati Bengals, the franchise might be poised to do it all over again.

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AFC Notes: Joe Flacco, Trey Hendrickson, Jim Schwartz, Bengals, Browns, Ravens

Jeremy Fowler of ESPN reports that the Bengals have expressed an interest in re-signing veteran QB Joe Flacco. Fowler also reports that DE Trey Hendrickson will have plenty of suitors should he hit free agency, including the Buccaneers, Cowboys, and Colts.

Joe Flacco News / NFL on ClutchPoints / February 8

Will Vikings try to steal Joe Flacco away from Bengals?

After splitting the season between the Cleveland Browns and Cincinnati Bengals in 2025, quarterback Joe Flacco is set to hit free agency. Despite the fact he’s entering his age-41 season, Flacco will be a hot commodity amongst quarterback needy teams.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / February 8

Three Pending Free Agents Cincinnati Bengals Should be Eyeing in Super Bowl LX

Super Bowl LX is finally upon us with the New England Patriots take on the Seattle Seahawks in Santa Clara. While we obviously wish we were watching the Bengals play in the big game, there are players set to hit free agency this offseason that would drastically improve the Bengals odds of making it back to the Super Bowl in the 2026 NFL season.