Cincinnati Bengals: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Cincinnati Bengals News / NFLTradeRumors.co / February 8

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.

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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.

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Joe Burrow News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / February 8

Report: NFL Teams to Call About Joe Burrow Trade, Bengals Planning Major Push in Free Agency

Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow will likely be in the headlines for much of the offseason. NFL teams are expected to call Cincinnati about a possible trade according to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network.

Cincinnati Bengals News / The Spun / February 8

Report: Bengals Make Final Decision On Possible Joe Burrow Trade

It turns out the Cincinnati Bengals won't be doing the unthinkable. In a world where we've seen teams move off superstars like Luka Doncic and Micah Parsons, sometimes everything seems possible.

Trey Hendrickson News / NFLTradeRumors.co / February 8

Bengals Haven’t Ruled Out Franchising Trey Hendrickson

According to NFL Media’s Mike Garafolo, the Bengals have not internally ruled out the idea of placing the franchise tag on DE Trey Hendrickson. Garafolo

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Andrew Whitworth News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / February 8

Bengals Legend Andrew Whitworth Had Hilarious Ritual Before Dates in College

Have you ever had a routine you would go through before a date? Well, I can promise you it is nothing compared to what Bengals legend Andrew Whitworth did before dates in college.

Cincinnati Bengals News / A to Z Sports / February 8

Tony Dungy's immense praise of Bengals assistant coach gives Cincinnati something new to think about

Troy Walters decided to stay as the wide receivers coach for the Cincinnati Bengals after turning down an interview for the Chicago Bears offensive coordinator vacancy.

Trey Hendrickson News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / February 7

Multiple Teams Expected to Chase Bengals All-Pro Trey Hendrickson in Free Agency

Bengals star defensive end Trey Hendricklson isn't expected to return to Cincinnati next season according to ESPN's Jeremy Fowler. That shouldn't surprise many people.

Joe Flacco News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / February 7

Cincinnati Bengals Could Have AFC North Competition To Sign Joe Flacco

The Bengals may have competition for Joe Flacco's services this offseason from within the AFC North. They traded for him during the 2025 season from Cleveland, and ESPN's Jeremy Fowler noted Pittsburgh liked his profile last offseason before he signed with the Browns.

Ja'Marr Chase News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / February 7

Ja'Marr Chase Asks NFL 2026 Bengals Scheduling Question On Stars' Minds

The Bengals' stars clearly want to play a game overseas this coming season. Joe Burrow has talked about that being something he'd love to do in his career multiple times in the past, and Ja'Marr Chase joined the chorus this weekend.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / February 7

Joe Brady Makes Bold Admission About Coaching Joe Burrow and Ja'Marr Chase at LSU

You would be hard pressed to find someone who has as much respect for Joe Burrow and Ja'Marr Chase as new Bills head coach Joe Brady. During a sitdown

Amarius Mims News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / February 7

Cincinnati Bengals Youth Checkup: Amarius Mims

The Bengals have not had much success drafting offensive linemen over the past 15 years, but 2024 first-round pick Amarius Mims is trying to change that.

Ja'Marr Chase News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / February 6

Seahawks Star Wins Offensive Player Of The Year With Lower Numbers Than Ja'Marr Chase's Triple Crown Season

A lot of Bengals fans are not happy about the voting results for Offensive Player of the Year this season compared to the 2024 season. Ja'Marr Chase won the receiving Triple Crown that year as the league leader in receiving yards, touchdowns, and catches, but didn't receive a single first-place OPOY vote en route to a third-place finish.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / February 6

Key Bengals Front Office Executive Linked to Vikings General Manager Opening

Bengals assistant general manager Trey Brown was mentioned as a possible candidate for the Vikings general manager job according to Alec Lewis of The Athletic.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / February 6

Why Jim Schwartz Resigning Could Have Major Impact on Joe Burrow and the Bengals

Browns defensive coordinator Jim Schwartz resigned from his position on Friday and won't coach during the 2026 season according to multiple reports including Ian Rapoport of NFL Network.

Joe Flacco News / NFLTradeRumors.co / February 6

Joe Flacco Doesn’t Want To ‘Just Sign With Anybody’ In 2026

After a wild 2025 season that saw him go from the Browns’ Week 1 starter to filling in for injured Bengals QB Joe Burrow, veteran QB Joe Flacco is set to be a free agent again this offseason.

Ja'Marr Chase News / A to Z Sports / February 5

Ja'Marr Chase makes it known what he's pushing the Cincinnati Bengals to do in free agency

Joe Burrow spent this time last year campaigning for the Cincinnati Bengals to sign Ja'Marr Chase and his other elite teammates. Now it's Chase's turn to do some lobbying.

Eric Henderson News / Pro Football Rumors / February 5

Commanders To Hire Eric Henderson As Defensive Run Game Coordinator/DL Coach

The Commanders’ defensive staff under new coordinator Daronte Jones is continuing to take shape. USC co-defensive coordinator Eric Henderson is set to join Washington as their defensive line coach/run game coordinator, per ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler.

NFL News / Yardbarker / February 4

Joe Flacco is annoyed by NFL's roughing the passer calls

Aside from the 6-foot-6 frame and $100-plus million, quarterback Joe Flacco is just like us.

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Cincinnati Bengals News / Gridiron Heroics / February 4

Bengals Predicted to ‘Create One of the Better Cornerback Tandems’ in NFL in 2026

The Cincinnati Bengals are being linked to Jaylen Watson as they prepare for an important offseason overhaul on defense. Projection models and league analysts suggest Watson would pair well with DJ Turner to form one of the better cornerback tandems in football for 2026.

Ja'Marr Chase News / Athlon Sports / February 4

Bengals WR Ja'Marr Chase Announces Off-Field News After Fifth NFL Season

Ja'Marr Chase and the Cincinnati Bengals fell well short of the playoffs in 2025. They finished the season 6-11 and in third place in the AFC North. It marks the third straight season the Bengals have missed the playoffs.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Larry Brown Sports / February 3

Ja'Marr Chase picks off Jared Goff with unreal grab during Pro Bowl

The Cincinnati Bengals may have a budding two-way star on their roster, and his name is Ja’Marr Chase. The superstar wide receiver showed off his defensive instincts Tuesday during the Pro Bowl Games’ flag football contest at the NFL Flag Fieldhouse in San Francisco, Calif.