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Ja’Marr Chase Sides With Joe Burrow As Bengals Duo Calls For Major Improvement

The Cincinnati Bengals have endured an inconsistent start to the 2026 season. Joe Burrow and Ja’Marr Chase remain central to the team’s hopes, but the offense has struggled to deliver consistently despite possessing plenty of talent.

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3 Overreactions to Bengals' Win Over Dolphins, Including Samaje Perine Taking Chase Brown's Job

Fans back home along the Ohio River probably hoped for a cleaner Sunday than this one. The Cincinnati Bengals beat the winless Dolphins 31-24 in the Miami heat, and Samaje Perine gave the backfield its best afternoon in weeks.

Amarius Mims News / A to Z Sports / October 12

Bengals RT Amarius Mims calls out major names after his unique problem pops up yet again in win over Dolphins

Amarius Mims has been the Cincinnati Bengals’ most reliable offensive lineman through five games. The only thing taking him off the field this season has nothing to do with the defenders lined up across from him.

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The 'QB season rushing-TD leaders' quiz

In NFL history, a quarterback has rushed for eight or more touchdowns in a season 38 times. How many of the 38 can you name in five minutes?

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Cincinnati Bengals News / Athlon Sports / October 12

Bengals Snap Counts Show Erick All Jr. Earning the Bigger Role Zac Taylor Promised

Zac Taylor hinted at a bigger role for Erick All Jr. last Wednesday, and it arrived well ahead of the back half of the season. All played 33 of the Bengals’ 64 offensive snaps in Sunday’s 31-24 win over the Dolphins, according to PFF.

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Ranking the NFL's backup quarterbacks for the 2026 season

A few trades have rearranged the NFL's backup quarterback ranks, but the dust has mostly settled. From a mix of recent first-round disappointments, aging vets, and young project types, here is how the league's QB2 ranks look for the 2026 season.

Zac Taylor News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / October 12

Zac Taylor Praises Toughness of 2 Bengals Offensive Stars After Win Over Dolphins

After dropping two straight games, the Cincinnati Bengals found themselves in a must-win scenario when they took on the winless Miami Dolphins on Sunday.

Zac Taylor News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 12

Bengals’ Zac Taylor doesn’t sound happy at all despite beating Dolphins

Joe Burrow and the Cincinnati Bengals stopped their two-game skid after disposing of the Miami Dolphins, 31-24, at Hard Rock Stadium on Sunday. They improved to 3-2 and kept the Dolphins winless.

Joe Burrow News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 12

Bengals’ Joe Burrow bluntly addresses ‘dumb mistakes’ vs. winless Dolphins

Joe Burrow was not satisfied with Cincinnati’s performance despite the Bengals earning a 31-24 victory over the Miami Dolphins on Sunday. The quarterback threw four touchdown passes, but he made it clear that his team must clean up its mistakes if it wants to compete at a higher level.

NFL News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / October 11

6 Winners and 3 Losers From Bengals' 31-24 Win Over Dolphins

In a game that did not feel as close as the score indicated, the Bengals beat the Dolphins in Miami 31-24 to improve to 3-2 on the season. Here are six winners and three losers from the Bengals victory over the Dolphins.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Athlon Sports / October 11

Jordan Battle, Samaje Perine Among 4 Winners and 3 Losers in Bengals' 31-24 Win Over Dolphins

The Cincinnati Bengals took care of business against Miami, but they certainly didn’t make it look easy. The 31-24 win at Hard Rock Stadium gets Zac Taylor’s squad above .500 before heading to Baltimore on Oct.

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25 NFL players who could retire after the 2026 season

NFL stars can't play forever, and retirement is coming sooner than later for some of the league's top players. These 25 players could call it quits following the 2026 season.

NFL News / EasySportz / October 11

Bengals Snap Losing Streak With 31-24 Win Over Dolphins

The Cincinnati Bengals got back on track Sunday, defeating the Miami Dolphins 31-24 at Hard Rock Stadium. Quarterback Joe Burrow threw four touchdown passes, while safety Jordan Battle recorded two interceptions to help Cincinnati end its two-game losing streak and improve to 3-2 on the season.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / October 11

Bengals’ run game surprise in win over Dolphins could foreshadow what’s to come after the bye week

The Cincinnati Bengals bounced back on the ground with 117 rushing yards against the Miami Dolphins. How they got there, and who carried the load, says plenty about where the backfield is headed after the bye.

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NFL News / Athlon Sports / October 11

Zac Taylor Warns 200-Plus Rushing Yards Allowed Is a Problem With Lamar Jackson Up Next

Zac Taylor watched Malik Willis run rings around the Cincinnati Bengals’ front seven on Sunday. Watching the Miami Dolphins QB pick up free yards with

Joe Burrow News / Athlon Sports / October 11

NFL Makes Decision on Joe Burrow Incident

The NFL did not fine Jacksonville Jaguars defensive tackle Arik Armstead for his penalty against Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow. The NFL’s weekly accountability report was released on Saturday, and it handed down a season-high 10 player safety-related fines.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Athlon Sports / October 11

Is Joe Burrow Hurt? Zac Taylor Addresses the Bengals QB's Thumb After Win Over the Dolphins

Cincinnati Bengals fans hold their breath every time Joe Burrow hits the ground and reaches for a hand. On a scorching Sunday afternoon at Hard Rock Stadium,

Zac Taylor News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / October 11

'Dead Tired' - Bengals, Zac Taylor Navigate Fall Heat to Get Back on Track Entering Bye Week

Zac Taylor's Bengals team worked its way through record heat in Florida today to get on the winning side of a 31-24 result entering the bye week. Cincinnati is 3-2 on the season after taking on the Dolphins during a real-feel game of 104 degrees at kickoff (hottest in Hard Rock Stadium history).

Joe Burrow News / Field Level Media / October 11

Joe Burrow throws 4 TDs, Bengals hold off Dolphins

Joe Burrow threw four touchdown passes and Jordan Battle had two interceptions to help the Cincinnati Bengals secure a 31-24 victory over the host Miami Dolphins on Sunday afternoon.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / October 11

7 winners and 3 losers from Bengals’ 31-24 win over Dolphins: Ja’Marr Chase does it again while visible flaws remain

The Cincinnati Bengals are back over .500. Cincinnati ended its two game losing streak with a 31-24 victory on the road against the Miami Dolphins. Here are the winners and losers from the Bengals’ third win of the year.

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 11

Steelers have found a successful recipe on offense — if they stick with it

While quarterback Aaron Rodgers is going to get a lot of the attention and praise, it's all about who he is utilizing, and how the Steelers are utilizing them.

Jaylen Warren's big plays spark Steelers past Colts

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Cincinnati Bengals News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 11

Bengals’ Jordan Battle revealed a Malik Willis tell and already has 2 interceptions

Before the Cincinnati Bengals faced off against the Miami Dolphins, Jordan Battle gave away the secret sauce on how he thought the defense could take advantage of Malik Willis.

Tee Higgins News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 11

Bengals WRs Ja’Marr Chase, Tee Higgins will play vs. Dolphins in Week 5

The Cincinnati Bengals could really use a win in Week 5. Cincinnati is not doomed at 2-2 on the season but a victory could move the team back in the right direction.

NFL News / Viral Sports News / October 11

Bengals Receive Massive Injury Update Before Dolphins Game

The Cincinnati Bengals’ top wide receivers, Ja’Marr Chase and Tee Higgin,s will both suit up Sunday against the Miami Dolphins, ESPN’s Adam Schefter reported, removing the biggest uncertainty surrounding the Bengals’ offense heading into Week 5.

Cincinnati Bengals News / TWSN / October 10

The Cincinnati Bengals Must Use 12 Personnel

No matter the status of Ja’Marr Chase and Tee Higgins for the Bengals, Zac Taylor and Dan Pitcher should be in 12 personnel running the football for Cincinnati.

Chad Ochocinco News / CincinnatiBengalsCommunity / October 9

Ex-Bengals Star Makes Case for Chad Ochocinco While Taking Aim at NFL Hall of Fame

Chad Ochocinco remains one of the most recognizable wide receivers in Cincinnati Bengals history. His route-running, confidence and showmanship made him a star, while his production established him among the AFC’s most dangerous receivers during his prime.

Joe Burrow News / CincinnatiBengalsCommunity / October 8

'One of the best' – Bengals star highlights Joe Burrow’s standard as Cincinnati looks to bounce back

The Bengals head into Week 5 looking to respond after consecutive losses. The team will need its playmakers to step up around Joe Burrow. Colbie Young has already developed a rapport with Burrow and understands the standard required alongside the Bengals quarterback.

Ja'Marr Chase News / Yardbarker / October 4

Bengals reveal Ja'Marr Chase's status after WR suffers injury vs. Jaguars

Cincinnati Bengals fans who expected wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase to dominate the Jacksonville Jaguars in Sunday's home game were left wanting after he suffered an early second-quarter injury.

The 'Multi-TD-catch leaders by team' quiz