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Bengals’ Zac Taylor confirms Ja’Marr Chase Week 1 status despite missing Friday practice

The Cincinnati Bengals have high hopes for the 2026 season, but those expectations were thrown into jeopardy when Ja’Marr Chase went down with a knee injury during training camp.

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Bengals’ final injury report for Week 1 confirms two different plans are in store for their top two rookies

The Cincinnati Bengals’ second injury report of the 2026 season is a bit longer than the first. A key starter may’ve suffered a notable injury, and that will have real implications for Sunday’s game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / September 11

Joe Burrow, Bengals Receive Positive Update Before Buccaneers Game

Quarterback Joe Burrow and the Cincinnati Bengals are looking for a big turnaround in the 2026 season. After winning the AFC North title in back-to-back years in 2021 and 2022, Cincinnati has since missed out on the playoffs for three consecutive seasons, including a 2025 campaign where it went just 6-11.

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The '4,500-yard, 15-INT NFL seasons' quiz

There have been 22 quarterbacks in NFL history to throw for 4,500 yards and 15 interceptions in the same season. How many can you name in five minutes?

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Cincinnati Bengals News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 11

Bengals’ Ja’Marr Chase sitting out of last practice before Week 1 with knee injury

The Cincinnati Bengals will be facing off against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers to open their season, and they have a few injuries to watch out for before game time.

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When will every NFL team lose its first game in 2026?

All 32 teams have hope for a perfect 17-0 regular season as another year begins, but the odds aren't in their favor. As the season opens, we predict the first loss for each team in 2026.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / September 11

Broadcaster Previews Bengals Buccaneers Week One Showdown

The Bengals open up the season as part of FOX's 1 PM slate of games on Sunday, and play-by-play announcer Kevin Kugler is calling the action in Paycor Stadium.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / September 11

Bengals Linebackers Must Show Immediate Growth in Week One

The question of whether or not Barrett Carter or Demetrius Knight Jr. have improved in year two with the Bengals gets an answer soon. The team chose not to add a veteran to the linebacker room this offseason and instead count on growth from their young duo while adding talent around them on the defense.

DJ Turner News / CincinnatiBengalsCommunity / September 10

Bengals Get Worrying DJ Turner Update Ahead of Season Opener

The Cincinnati Bengals are set to kick off their season against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Tampa Bay won’t be an easy opponent, especially with an offense led by Baker Mayfield, Chris Godwin, and Emeka Egbuka.

Joe Burrow News / TWSN / September 10

Why Joe Burrow Will Win the 2026 NFL MVP Award

Everything one would expect from a franchise quarterback has been achieved by Joe Burrow. Burrow has led the Cincinnati Bengals to a Super Bowl appearance, has reached yet another AFC Championship game, and has become one of the league’s best quarterbacks.

Cincinnati Bengals News / TWSN / September 10

Cincinnati Bengals Defense Already Facing Its First Major Test

The Cincinnati Bengals are getting ready to enter the 2026 season with a revamped defense, and they were hoping to start the season off fast with the unit at full strength to see the impact the group would have.

Cincinnati Bengals News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 10

Ja’Marr Chase’s hilarious reaction to learning Bengals’ Sunday kickoff time

Cincinnati Bengals star wide receiver Ja’Marr Chase apparently had not checked the schedule closely enough ahead of the team’s Week 1 matchup against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

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The significant NFL players returning from injury in 2026

Be it stars returning from late-season injuries to starter-level players who missed most or all of last season, the NFL features a host of rehab odysseys to follow as training camps near.

Ja'Marr Chase News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / September 10

'Feeling Good' - Ja'Marr Chase Gives Latest Health Update, Revelation About Bengals 2026 Schedule

Ja'Marr Chase sounds and feels fully healthy entering the 2026 season. The Bengals' best player suffered a minor knee hyperextension last month, but all of those missed practices in the following weeks were strictly precautionary.

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Joe Burrow News / Total Pro Sports / September 10

Joe Burrow Finally Addresses Rumors Of Cincinnati Bengals Trade Request

Joe Burrow may be a bit banged up ahead of the Bengals’ season opener against Tampa Bay. But he knows that he needs to perform at an elite level this year for a chance at that elusive Super Bowl.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Pro Football Rumors / September 10

Offseason In Review: Cincinnati Bengals

The Bengals were the lone AFC North team to retain their longtime head coach this offseason, opting to stay the course with Zac Taylor instead of wading into one of the wildest coaching carousels in league history.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / September 10

Best Week 1 Bengals Performances in Franchise History

The Cincinnati Bengals franchise record for most rushing yards in a season opener was set 56 years ago. It’s not a big number, ranking tied for 56th most among all games in Bengals history, but given the pass-first nature of the current offense under Zac Taylor, it may not be in danger of falling anytime soon.

NFL News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / September 10

Bengals O-Line Set for Massive Test Off the Jump in Protecting Joe Burrow from Blitz-Heavy Buccaneers

The dawning of an NFL season brings plenty of excitement, and a little uncertainty. That’s especially true for the Cincinnati Bengals offensive linemen tasked with protecting quarterback Joe Burrow and, along with him, the franchise’s Super Bowl aspirations.

Cincinnati Bengals News / A to Z Sports / September 10

Bucs at Bengals Week 1 broadcast map — Will you be able to watch on TV?

The Bucs and Bengals aren’t getting all that many eyeballs nationally despite a potentially exciting matchup. The Tampa Bay Buccaneers get their season underway on Sunday, traveling to Cincinnati to take on Joe Burrow and the Bengals.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Athlon Sports / September 10

5 Best Wide Receivers in Cincinnati Bengals History

For all of their organizational problems and playoff failures, at least the Cincinnati Bengals haven’t needed to worry about having a top-tier receiver.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Athlon Sports / September 10

5 Best Running Backs in Cincinnati Bengals History

Considering that they’re arguably best known for their receivers, it’s easy to forget that the Cincinnati Bengals have had their share of electric running backs, too.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Athlon Sports / September 10

5 Best Quarterbacks in Cincinnati Bengals History

Injuries and missed opportunities have been the story of Joe Burrow’s time with the Cincinnati Bengals, though they can at least rest easy knowing they have a franchise quarterback on their hands.

Zac Taylor News / CincinnatiBengalsCommunity / September 10

Zac Taylor Heaps Praise on Bengals Rookie After Perfect Preseason

The Cincinnati Bengals enjoyed one of the NFL’s better offseasons, addressing several weaknesses across the roster. Their front office also delivered a strong 2026 NFL Draft, adding young talent to an already talented team.

Cincinnati Bengals News / TWSN / September 9

Dan Pitcher’s WR3 Plan Could Unlock the Cincinnati Bengals’ Deepest Offense Yet

The Cincinnati Bengals will be entering the 2026 NFL season Ja’Marr Chase and Tee Higgins still as their top two wide receivers, but the third spot, despite Andrei Iosivas being slotted in as the starter on the depth chart, seems unsettled.

Joe Burrow News / Yardbarker / September 9

Joe Burrow makes big statement about Bengals future after offseason rumors

Burrow and the Bengals haven't been to the postseason since the 2022 season, but the club made numerous moves during the offseason to bolster its defense.

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DJ Turner News / Pro Football Rumors / September 5

Bengals, DJ Turner Not Close To Extension

Bengals cornerback DJ Turner appeared to be nearing an extension in late June, but he is still without a new deal two-plus months later. Now eight days away from starting their season, the Bengals and Turner are not close to an agreement, Jeremy Fowler of ESPN reports.