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Cincinnati Bengals defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence is still considered one of the best at his position despite not lighting up the box score in 2025. ESPN’s annual survey of NFL personnel ranked Lawrence the No.

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'They’re scared': Analyst claims Ravens built entire offseason around stopping one Bengals player

Joe Burrow is once again expected to lead the Cincinnati Bengals into an AFC North title race, and one NFL analyst believes the Baltimore Ravens spent the offseason preparing for that challenge.

Joe Burrow News / CincinnatiBengalsCommunity / July 9

PFF issues bold Joe Burrow verdict despite injury concerns

The Cincinnati Bengals know they have a superstar in quarterback Joe Burrow. The only major problem has been keeping him on the field. Burrow has struggled with serious injuries throughout his first six NFL seasons.

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The '100-rushing-yard NFL QBs' quiz

In the Super Bowl era (1966 to present) of the NFL, a total of 30 QBs have rushed for 100 yards or more in a regular-season game. How many of the 30 can you name in five minutes?

The 'NFL's 4,500-yard passers' quiz

The 'Passing + Rushing TD playoff games' quiz

The 'NFL 250-passing-yard game leaders' quiz

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / July 8

NFL Analyst Projects Bengals Offensive Line as One of Worst in League Despite Returning All 5 Starters

Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow said the current offensive line is the best he’s had in his time with the team and called the return of all five starters a big advantage.

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25 first-round NFL picks that left fans confused

The NFL Draft always delivers many twists and turns that leave fans and analysts scratching their heads. This list isn't looking at hindsight and finding the biggest busts in history.

Joe Burrow News / A to Z Sports / July 8

‘It was something a little bit different’ – Joe Burrow’s evolved leadership has already showed itself at Bengals practice

Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow wants to be a bit more mean as a leader. According to Dan Hoard, the voice of the Bengals, there is already evidence of that shift taking shape.

Chase Brown News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / July 8

Should Bengals RB Chase Brown Have Cracked the Top 10 of ESPN's RB Rankings?

Cincinnati Bengals running back Chase Brown appeared in ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler’s annual position rankings culled from conversations with NFL executives, coaches and scouts.

Bryan Cook News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / July 8

Bryan Cook Brings Championship Mindset to Bengals' Defense

Bryan Cook has already been where the Cincinnati Bengals are trying to go. Despite the Super Bowl experience, Cincinnati's new safety is not walking into the building with meteoric expectations.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / July 8

Bengals Player Profile: Shaka Heyward has gone from practice squad elevation to growing special teams factor

Cincinnati Bengals linebacker Shaka Heyward might have to fend off several newcomers to keep his roster spot, but for what he’s brought on special teams, he should feel relatively safe for now.

DJ Turner News / A to Z Sports / July 8

Newfound layer to DJ Turner II contract extension talks gives Bengals a meaningful advantage to strike a deal

The Cincinnati Bengals and cornerback DJ Turner II are working toward a contract extension, and a connection between Turner’s agent and the Bengals’ defensive staff could play a meaningful role in how negotiations unfold.

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25 late-round draft picks who will impact the 2026 NFL season

The early-round picks get most of the headlines, but the later rounds are where championships are often built. These 25 late-round picks from the 2026 draft have a chance to make impacts as rookies and beyond.

Ja'Marr Chase News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / July 8

Bengals Star Ja'Marr Chase Named NFL's Best Wide Receiver in Latest 2026 Ranking

The NFL team at Sports Illustrated rolled out its top 10 wide receivers in the league ahead of the 2026 season, and Ja'Marr Chase took the top spot. Chase has long been considered one of the best playmakers in the NFL, and now he's getting love as the best player in the league at his position.

Zac Taylor News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / July 7

NFL Analyst Believes Zac Taylor Must Fix One Thing for Bengals This Season

The Cincinnati Bengals made sweeping changes to their roster this offseason. For head coach Zac Taylor, that means patience is no longer an option. After a 6-11 season in 2025, the Bengals entered the offseason needing to build a roster that was not entirely dependent on Joe Burrow staying healthy and carrying the team.

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The '2026 American League All-Stars' quiz

The '2026 National League All-Stars' quiz

The 'Most MLB All-Star Games' quiz

The 'Wimbledon men's champions' quiz

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / July 7

Ja'Marr Chase, Tee Higgins Workout Together Ahead of Bengals 2026 Training Camp

The Bengals' top two wide receivers are building their bond even more this offseason. Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins are training together as both prepare for the start of training camp in three weeks.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / July 7

How Much Improvement Does Bengals Defense Need To Show for Team To Make Deep Playoff Run?

The Cincinnati Bengals have finished in the top 10 in both total offense and total defense five times in the 56 seasons since the 1970 merger, but only half of those instances resulted in playoff berths, including just one in the last 38 seasons.

Cincinnati Bengals News / A to Z Sports / July 7

The obvious free agent match for the Bengals makes sense on paper, but the details and hurdles tell a different story

Free agent linebacker Bobby Wagner signing with the Cincinnati Bengals makes sense. The chances of the fit becoming a reality, however, are more complicated than fans want it to be.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / July 7

Pair of Bengals Offensive Linemen Deemed Top X-Factor For 2026 Season

The Bengals will have plenty of key contributors stand out if they end up getting back into the playoffs this January for the first time since the 2022 season.

DJ Turner News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / July 7

NFL Executives Give Controversial But Fair Ranking for Bengals Star

DJ Turner II is climbing up the NFL cornerback ranks in recent seasons. The now-veteran outside cornerback was part of the most recent ranking from ESPN's Jeremy Fowler.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / July 7

Cincinnati Bengals Have Bright Future Behind Key Offensive Building Block

This offseason, the Bengals opted to go all-in to win with Joe Burrow under center. Burrow's no longer the young up-and-coming quarterback. He's an established star.

DJ Turner News / A to Z Sports / July 7

The NFL inexplicably rains on Bengals CB DJ Turner II’s parade weeks before his life should change dramatically

ESPN’s annual survey of over 70 NFL executives, coaches and scouts to gauge the 10-best players at each position has returned. Cincinnati Bengals cornerback DJ Turner II was inexplicably left off the top-10 cornerbacks list.

Chase Brown News / CincinnatiBengalsCommunity / July 7

Bengals $4M star Chase Brown gets no respect in latest RB rankings ahead of training camp

As the Bengals get ready for training camp, Chase Brown’s 2025 breakout season still hasn’t translated into a spot among the NFL’s highest-rated running backs.

Cincinnati Bengals News / CincinnatiBengalsCommunity / July 7

NFL analysts deliver brutal snub to Bengals in AFC North predictions

With training camp getting closer, the AFC North is already drawing plenty of attention. On a recent episode of NFL Network’s Good Morning Football, Jamie Erdahl, Isaiah Stanback, and Willie Colon shared their early picks for one of the NFL’s toughest divisions.

Bryan Cook News / CincinnatiBengalsCommunity / July 7

NFL analyst raises serious concerns over Bengals’ $18M move

The Cincinnati Bengals invested a lot in their defense this offseason, but an NFL analyst has scrutinized one of those investments. Safety Bryan Cook made it on “the NFL’s most overpaid player at every position” list by Bleacher Report.

Cincinnati Bengals News / A to Z Sports / July 6

Bengals make another key front office move that signals their continued shift in the right direction

The Cincinnati Bengals added another layer to their evolving analytics infrastructure this offseason, promoting personnel staffer Tyler Gross to director of football applications.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Yardbarker / July 6

Bengals' BJ Hill sends message to Dexter Lawrence II 'haters'

Lawrence finished last season with only half a sack, and some criticized him for "not making a difference" with the 2025 Giants and for not being in his best shape.

John Harbaugh gets positive grade for what he's doing with Giants

Cincinnati Bengals News / Athlon Sports / July 2

Cincinnati Bengals 2026 NFL Season Preview

If it weren’t apparent enough following a third straight disappointing season, the Bengals provided even further clarity just days before the NFL Draft.

DJ Turner News / Pro Football Rumors / June 29

Bengals Nearing Extension Agreement With CB DJ Turner?

DJ Turner is, like fellow Bengals cornerback Dax Hill, in line for an extension. He and the team are in discussions on a new deal, and it appears progress has recently been made.