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Ja'Marr Chase's Latest Practice Status Revealed Following Knee Injury in Training Camp

Ja'Marr Chase is not practicing Wednesday as Cincinnati continues the final days of the 2026 preseason. He definitely won't play on Friday night against the Eagles, but this is all likely a precautionary move after slightly hyperextending his knee on a downfield route in Tuesday's practice.

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Bengals Player Profile: Tee Higgins is the luxury every other team in the NFL wishes they had

Tee Higgins is one of the most important players on the Cincinnati Bengals, and the 27-year-old is right where he wants to be alongside fellow wide receiver Ja’Marr Chase.

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The 'Most 1K seasons in first five years' quiz

How many of the NFL receivers to reach the 1,000-receiving-yard milestone at least three times in their first five professional seasons since the AFL/NFL merger (1970) can you name in seven minutes?

Cincinnati Bengals News / A to Z Sports / August 26

Bengals solve critical roster need with the help of their most recent opponent in mock trade leading up to final cuts

The Cincinnati Bengals and Chicago Bears just played each other in Week 2 of the preseason. They also each have a problem with their roster. Here’s a mock trade to solve both issues.

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How many of the quarterbacks who led the NFL in passing yards since the AFL-NFL merger can you name in five minutes?

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25 stories to keep an eye on in NFL training camps

The opening of 2026 NFL training camp brings big hope for all 32 fan bases. These are the 25 developments to watch as we progress toward Week 1.

Cincinnati Bengals News / A to Z Sports / August 26

Former top-50 draft pick still makes the most sense as Bengals trade piece, but not for the position fans originally expected

Kris Jenkins Jr. has been the prime trade candidate for Cincinnati Bengals fans since long before training camp. I think we were wrong about the position he could be traded for, though.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / August 26

One Bengals Offseason Acquisition Itching to Start 2026 Season

Cincinnati Bengals fans collectively held their breath on Tuesday when wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase suffered an injury during practice. The Bengals star receiver gave everyone some good news after practice when he told reporters that it was "just a tweak" and that he felt fine.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Athlon Sports / August 26

Bengals Star Avoids Serious Injury After Scary Practice Incident

Cincinnati Bengals fans can breathe a sigh of relief. After walking off the field following what initially looked like a knee injury, All-Pro wide receiver Ja’Marr Chase has seemingly avoided a serious injury.

Cincinnati Bengals News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 26

Bengals player on roster bubble with most at stake in 2026 NFL preseason finale

For the first time in what feels like ages, the Cincinnati Bengals have depth at multiple positions on their roster. Their wide receiver room was always a tad bit crowded, but this year, mutliple position groups have a handful of players contending for a spot on the main roster.

Cincinnati Bengals News / EasySportz / August 25

Ja’Marr Chase Suffers Knee Injury Scare at Bengals Practice

The Cincinnati Bengals received a major scare Tuesday when star wide receiver Ja’Marr Chase went down with an apparent knee injury during practice. However, what initially looked like a potentially serious setback quickly became a much more encouraging situation for Cincinnati.

Cincinnati Bengals News / The Spun / August 25

Former NFL Doctor Shares Potential Injury Diagnosis For Ja'Marr Chase

The Cincinnati Bengals held their breath during Tuesday’s practice, as All-Pro wide receiver Ja’Marr Chase went down with a knee injury. Chase was trying to haul in a deep pass from Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow when he tweaked his knee and fell to the ground in pain.

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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.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / August 25

New Bengals Tackle Option Arises on Free Agent Market for Potential Addition Later in 2026 Season

Another option to throw into the Bengals' swing tackle mix is hitting free agency. ESPN's Jeremy Fowler reported on Tuesday that the Dolphins are releasing Jamaree Salyer, and he plans to sign with a team in season.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Larry Brown Sports / August 25

Ja’Marr Chase eases concerns after suffering an injury during practice

The Cincinnati Bengals team and fanbase all held their breath on Tuesday when star wide receiver Ja’Marr Chase limped off the field with trainers after suffering an injury.

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Bengals WR Ja’Marr Chase says he’s ‘good’ after knee scare

Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase left Tuesday's practice early after suffering what he called a "hyperextension" of his left knee, but he also said he was not concerned about the injury.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / August 25

Bengals Get Scary Glimpse of Life Without Ja'Marr Chase: 'Everybody Can Breathe'

Imagine a world where the outcome hangs in the balance and the Cincinnati Bengals have to get down the field and run out the clock without the services of wide receivers Ja’Marr Chase and Tee Higgins.

Cincinnati Bengals News / A to Z Sports / August 25

Ja’Marr Chase says what every Cincinnati Bengals fan wants to hear after scary sight during practice

Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Ja’Marr Chase landed awkwardly while attempting to catch a deep pass during Tuesday’s practice and hobbled off the field.

Cincinnati Bengals News / The Spun / August 25

Ja'Marr Chase Says He Didn't Suffer Major Injury At Practice Tuesday

Cincinnati Bengals fans may have suffered a collective heart attack a short while ago when star wide receiver Ja’Marr Chase went down with some kind of leg injury.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Yardbarker / August 25

Bengals receive positive Ja'Marr Chase injury news after practice scare

The hearts of Cincinnati Bengals fans across the country sank Tuesday when video emerged of superstar wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase suffering an apparent injury at practice.

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Ja'Marr Chase Suffers Injury Scare at Bengals Practice

The last thing you want is for one of your stars to go down with an injury so near the start of the regular season. Which is why the goal of the NFL preseason

Cincinnati Bengals News / Total Pro Sports / August 25

Ja’Marr Chase Leaves Bengals Practice After Suffering Scary Knee Injury

The Cincinnati Bengals have already spent much of training camp managing the usual bumps and bruises. Tuesday brought another moment of concern, this time involving their biggest offensive weapon.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / August 25

Ja’Marr Chase Injury Update Emerges Ahead of Bengals-Eagles Game

Ja’Marr Chase appears to have avoided a serious injury after a scare at Cincinnati Bengals practice Tuesday. The star wide receiver landed awkwardly on his left knee after running a deep route from Joe Burrow.

Cincinnati Bengals News / 5 GOATs / August 25

Ja’Marr Chase injury update: Bengals WR grabs left knee after landing awkwardly at practice

Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Ja’Marr Chase may have suffered an injury during Tuesday’s practice. Charlie Clifford of NBC 5 in Cincinnati reported that Chase landed awkwardly after a deep route and began grabbing his left knee.

Cincinnati Bengals News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 25

Bengals’ Ja’Marr Chase goes down in training camp injury scare

There is a new serious situation to monitor for the Cincinnati Bengals as superstar wide receiver Ja’Marr Chase has gone down with an injury. The good news right away was that Chase was able to get up and walk on his own power.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Viral Sports News / August 25

Cincinnati Bengals Surprisingly Cut Ties With 345-Pound Monster

The Cincinnati Bengals have released 345-pound offensive tackle Cody Ford, ending a three-year run that began when he signed as an unrestricted free agent in the 2023 offseason.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Yardbarker / August 25