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Joe Burrow Details Contract Restructure With Bengals

Joe Burrow is a much richer man this week than he was the last time he talked to the Cincinnati media. The Bengals' star quarterback didn't get a new playing contract or big endorsement deal in the last few weeks, but he did get that megadeal with his team restructured.

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Joe Burrow just pulled a card he’s never used before and the spotlight on the Bengals is now much more intense

Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow is entering the summer thinking quite highly of his team. It’s got him reminiscing about the offseason before he won his last championship in the sport.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / June 17

Falcons Signing Two UFL Players, Including DT Devonnsha Maxwell

According to Ian Rapoport, the Falcons are signing UFL DT Devonnsha Maxwell to a contract on Wednesday. Mike Garafolo reports Atlanta also signed UFL EDGE Keshawn Banks.

Zac Taylor News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / June 17

Zac Taylor Gives Reasoning For Cutting Bengals' 2026 Minicamp Short

The Bengals are done with on-field team reps until the start of training camp next month. Head coach Zac Taylor gave reasoning behind cutting out the final two days of Minicamp on Wednesday.

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Landon Robinson News / A to Z Sports / June 17

Bengals Player Profile: Landon Robinson goes from Cincinnati fan to the potential future at defensive tackle

Landon Robinson grew up in a Bengals household. He met with Cincinnati several times during the pre-draft process, and is now on the roster of his childhood team.

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The greatest all-time linebacker in for every NFL franchise

Yardbarker's best-of NFL positional series continues with linebackers. This does not cover pure pass-rushing threats -- we will get to them -- but rather true off-ball defenders who thrived as traditional inside and outside 'backers.

Dexter Lawrence News / A to Z Sports / June 17

Anonymous executive delivers fresh perspective on what makes the Dexter Lawrence trade a huge win for the Bengals

Trading for nose tackle Dexter Lawrence was a really good deal for the Cincinnati Bengals, especially compared to the likely alternative. Trading for nose tackle Dexter Lawrence was just the first step for the Cincinnati Bengals.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / June 17

Rookie Bengals Lineman Believes Scott Peters is 'Perfect Coach' for Him

When the Bengals selected Brian Parker in the sixth round of the 2026 NFL Draft, it already felt as though it was a match made in heaven due to Parker growing up in Cincinnati and playing high school football at St.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / June 17

Could the Bengals Set Franchise Record for Biggest One-Year Leap in Total Defense Ranking?

The only way for the Cincinnati Bengals defense to go – presumably – is up. The Bengals finished 31st in total defense last year with 380.9 yards allowed per game, and they ranked 30th in points allowed (28.9).

Cincinnati Bengals News / Pro Football Rumors / June 17

Bengals Exec. VP Katie Blackburn Voices Confidence In GM Duke Tobin, HC Zac Taylor

The Browns, Ravens, and Steelers all made sweeping organization changes this offseason, but unlike their AFC North rivals, the Bengals are staying the course with de facto general manager Duke Tobin and head coach Zac Taylor.

Cincinnati Bengals News / A to Z Sports / June 16

Cincinnati Bengals show starting competition has another level during start of mandatory minicamp

Another name has thrown his hat into the ring to become the starting slot cornerback for the Cincinnati Bengals. Keep an eye out for Bralyn Lux this summer.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / June 16

AFC Notes: Quinshon Judkins, Bryan Cook, Bengals, Browns, Ravens

The Bengals signed S Bryan Cook this offseason following his four years with the Chiefs. Joe Burrow mentioned that Cook is already emerging as a leader and is setting the standard for their safeties group. “You see that out of Bryan Cook from Day One,” Burrow said, via Geoff Hobson of the team’s site.

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The way-too-early 2027 NFL first-round mock draft

With the 2026 draft in the books, teams are already looking toward 2027. Here's our way-too-early 2027 NFL mock draft, as of April 27, 2026.

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Joe Burrow News / Athlon Sports / June 16

Bengals QB Joe Burrow Outlines Lofty Goals for 2026 NFL Season

Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow was limited to just eight games last season. The three-time Pro Bowler suffered a grade-three turf-toe injury in Cincinnati's Week 2 win over the Jacksonville Jaguars that required surgery.

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Amarius Mims News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / June 16

Amarius Mims Emerging as Strong Leader for Bengals Offensive Line

Bengals offensive tackle Amarius Mims is in a prime position to leap towards star territory during his third NFL season, a clear sign of the growth he has continued to make since being drafted in 2024.

Bryan Cook News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / June 16

New Bengals Safety Bryan Cook Dives Into Leadership Mentality, Biggest Accomplishment Amidst Minicamp

Bryan Cook knows full well what it takes to win a Super Bowl, but it's not like he's being obnoxious about it with his new Bengals teammates. Cook is riding a delicate line of trying to be a vocal leader in his first offseason with the team, while also making sure he keeps the right respect for everyone in the locker room.

Joe Burrow News / NFL on ClutchPoints / June 16

Tight end’s epic catch on Joe Burrow throw will have Bengals fans ecstatic for season

The Cincinnati Bengals are ready to make some noise during the 2026 season. Cincinnati went all in during the offseason, acquiring Dexter Lawrence as the final piece of their defensive line.

Jalen Davis News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / June 16

Bengals Defensive Coordinator Al Golden Reveals Player He Is 'A Big Fan Of'

With the needs of every NFL organization flipping on a dime from season to season, being able to hang your hat on the belief that any player is in for

Cincinnati Bengals News / NFL on ClutchPoints / June 16

The hottest burning question Bengals must answer during mandatory minicamp

The Cincinnati Bengals have stayed the course with head coach Zac Taylor. And quarterback Joe Burrow has done his part by restructuring his contract. But here is the hottest burning question the Bengals must answer during mandatory minicamp.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Yardbarker / June 16

Bengals executive explains Zac Taylor, Duke Tobin decisions amid team's playoff drought

Shortly after the Bengals missed the playoffs for a third straight season, a report revealed that Bengals head coach Zac Taylor and director of player personnel/de facto general manager Duke Tobin were safe in their jobs.

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