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On YouTubeCincinnati Bengals News / NHANFL / March 16
The Missing Link: Why Matt Milano is the Must-Have Veteran for the 2026 Bengals Defense
CINCINNATI — The Bengals aren’t just dipping their toes into free agency this year; they’re cannonballing into the deep end. After a 2025 campaign that evaporated when Joe Burrow’s turf toe injury sent the season into a tailspin, Cincinnati’s front office has a clear mandate: protect the window.
Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / March 16
Cincinnati Bengals Limit 2026 Talent Ceiling With Latest Salary Cap Mismanagement
Cincinnati is not maximizing its salary cap resources in a meaningful way this offseason. Cap hits for the top free agents to sign so far in the past week crystallized in recent days, and two of Cincinnati's three signings are near the top entirely because the Bengals chose to swallow up that much space.
Cincinnati Bengals News / A to Z Sports / March 16
Grading the Cincinnati Bengals’ first week of free agency: Quality signings can't overshadow an undeniable feeling
It's been exactly a week since the news of Bryan Cook agreed to terms with the Cincinnati Bengals, starting a week of free agency additions for the team with Joe Burrow, Ja'Marr Chase, and Tee Higgins all in the prime of their careers.
The '100-rushing-yard Super Bowls' quiz
In Super Bowl history, a player has topped the century mark in rushing yards just 23 times. How many can you name in five minutes?
Jordan Battle News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / March 16
Cincinnati Bengals Defender Gets Second Big Raise of the Offseason Thanks to NFL's Performance-Based Pay
CINCINNATI – Cincinnati Bengals safety Jordan Battle hasn’t received an extension from the team, but he’s still getting a raise. The NFL announced its Performance-Based Pay Distributions today, which are really Participation-Based payments.
2026 NFL Draft: 20 famous names who won't be drafted until the later rounds
Most of the NFL mock drafts focus on the early rounds, but there are still many prominent college players who will hear their names called later. These are just some of the big names that could hear their names in the later rounds.
NFL News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / March 16
Why the Chiefs’ Justin Fields Trade Is Good News for the Bengals
The Cincinnati Bengals have put together a decent offseason with a few solid additions in free agency. One of their big offseason goals is re-signing Joe Flacco.
Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / March 16
Bengals Value Key Draft Factor Over More Salary Cap Space In 2026 Offseason
The Bengals love accumulating compensatory picks even though it's never led them to Super Bowl glory. That continued last week as The Athletic's Paul Dehner Jr.
Cincinnati Bengals News / A to Z Sports / March 16
Bengals' way-too-early 53-man roster projection following first week of free agency signings
The Cincinnati Bengals offseason roster is very far from complete. Four signings after a week of free agency puts them at 68 players, and you can expect 20 or so rookies, drafted and undrafted, to join the party following the 2026 NFL Draft.
Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / March 16
Cincinnati Bengals Made Big Moves in Free Agency: Did They Actually Improve?
Are the Bengals done? It's a question that will be asked often over the next few days. Cincinnati signed Boye Mafe, Bryan Cook and Jonathan Allen to multi-year deals in free agency.
Josh Johnson News / NHANFL / March 16
Bengals Sign Josh Johnson: The Ultimate NFL Survivor Returns
CINCINNATI — Joe Burrow has a new, yet very familiar, insurance policy. The Cincinnati Bengals signed veteran quarterback Josh Johnson to a one-year contract Saturday, bringing the 39-year-old back for his third stint in the Queen City.
Cincinnati Bengals News / ESPN / March 16
Boye Mafe to help fill void in Bengals' post-Trey Hendrickson era 
In 2023 and 2024, Mafe combined for 15 sacks, and the Bengals are hoping he can reach the next level in Cincinnati.
2026 NFL Draft: Small-school prospects who will make a big impact
NFL prospects from major programs get most of the attention, but there are numerous examples of players drafted from small schools who have become difference-makers.
Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / March 16
Bengals, AFC Rival Named Top Landing Spot For 2026 Free Agent Quarterback
The Bengals signed a quarterback to help flesh out the hierarchy behind Joe Burrow this past weekend , but they could still keep adding. Josh Johnson is the newest backup behind Burrow for the time being, but Joe Flacco hasn't been signed yet and is still a clear fit with Cincinnati.
Bryan Cook News / A to Z Sports / March 16
Bryan Cook sounds like the first Bengals free agent signing with a specific Cincinnati experience he wants to emulate
The Cincinnati Bengals have had plenty of former Cincinnati Bearcats on their roster before. They've signed ample free agents since making the trip to Super Bowl LVI four years ago.
NFL News / Yardbarker / March 16
Jonathan Allen believes Bengals ‘going somewhere’ despite major issues
The Cincinnati Bengals fielded the NFL’s second-worst defense last season, allowing 380.9 yards per game, and appeared to weaken further when four-time Pro Bowl defensive end Trey Hendrickson left for Baltimore in free agency.
Cincinnati Bengals News / NHANFL / March 16
BURROW EFFECT: Jonathan Allen Chases Ring with $26M Bengals Deal
CINCINNATI — The viral rants and the losing seasons in Washington are officially in the rearview mirror. On Thursday, the Cincinnati Bengals secured one of the most respected interior anchors in the league, signing 31-year-old defensive tackle Jonathan Allen to a two-year, $26 million contract.
Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / March 15
Overlooked All-Pro Could Give Bengals Defense a Major Boost
The Cincinnati Bengals needed to add to every level of their defense when the offseason started. After the first wave of free agency, the Bengals have signed former Seattle Seahawks edge rusher Boye Mafe, former Kansas City Chiefs safety Bryan Cook, and former Minnesota Vikings defensive tackle Jonathan Allen.
Cincinnati Bengals News / NFL on ClutchPoints / March 15
Big move Bengals still must make after signing Boye Mafe in 2026 NFL free agency
The Cincinnati Bengals came into the 2026 offseason feeling a sense of urgency. Cincinnati let another season slip through their fingers after Joe Burrow went down with a turf toe injury.
Cincinnati Bengals News / Pro Football Rumors / March 15
Bengals Pursued John Franklin-Myers, Osa Odighizuka Before Jonathan Allen Signing
The Bengals have not had a game-changing defensive tackle since Geno Atkins‘ retirement in 2020, a problem they set out to solve this offseason. That made them willing to give Jonathan Allen a two-year, $26MM contract despite his lack of high-end production in the the last two seasons.
Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / March 15
Cincinnati Bengals Cost Themselves Valuable Cap Space With Latest Contract
The Cincinnati Bengals have added three key veterans in free agency that should give their defense a major boost. They signed Bryan Cook, Boye Mafe and Jonathan Allen to multi-year deals this week.
Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / March 15
Joe Burrow, Sam Hubbard Sit Courtside At Marquee NBA Game During 2026 Offseason
Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow hit the Hollywood scene this weekend. The star attended Saturday night's Lakers victory over the Nuggets with former Bengals teammate Sam Hubbard.
Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / March 15
Bengals Load Up on Defense in Full 7-Round Mock Draft
The Cincinnati Bengals will go into the 2026 NFL Draft with plenty of holes on the roster that must be filled if they hope to put together a Super Bowl run in 2026.
Cincinnati Bengals News / NHANFL / March 15
Kurt Warner Sounds Alarm on Joe Burrow Mechanics After Bengals’ 6-11 Season
CINCINNATI — Joe Burrow played just eight games in 2025, and now Hall of Fame quarterback Kurt Warner says the Bengals star must adjust his footwork to save his career.
Orlando Brown News / Field Level Media / March 12
Bengals OT Orlando Brown Jr., sans agent, confirms 2-year extension
Bengals offensive tackle Orlando Brown Jr. represents himself in negotiations, and he confirmed another successful deal completed to stay in Cincinnati on a two-year contract extension.
Cincinnati Bengals News / Yardbarker / March 12
2026 NFL free-agency winners, losers: Trey Hendrickson finally gets what he wants, Eagles keep losing
The Eagles can't catch a break this offseason.
Trey Hendrickson News / Yardbarker / March 10
What Trey Hendrickson reportedly wants in next contract
Some members of the NFL community were surprised that the first day of the "legal tampering" portion of free agency came and went without Cincinnati Bengals pass-rusher Trey Hendrickson agreeing to a deal with a new team.
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