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5 Biggest Takeaways From Bengals' Week 1 Win Over Buccaneers

The Bengals' defense came up big, forcing three turnovers and Joe Burrow overcame a second half interception to lead Cincinnati to a 33-27 victory over Baker Mayfield and the Buccaneers on Sunday at Paycor Stadium.

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NFL Facing Punishment Decision After Joe Burrow Incident

Star quarterback Joe Burrow and the Cincinnati Bengals began their 2026 season at home on Sunday against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. They had a phenomenal first half, leading Baker Mayfield and the Buccaneers 24-10 after two quarters.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Total Pro Sports / September 13

Bengals Rookie & Former Navy Alum Wins Week 1 With His Incredible Pregame Outfit Just Days After 9/11 Anniversary

Landon Robinson did not dress like a typical NFL rookie on Sunday. The Navy alum walked into Paycor Stadium in Service Dress Blue before the Cincinnati Bengals hosted the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

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The 'Most yards through two NFL seasons' quiz

32 quarterbacks in NFL history have throw for more than 6,000 yards in the first two seasons of their career. How many of those QBs can you name in five minutes?

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Chase Brown News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / September 13

Bengals Keep Capitalizing Off of Tampa Bay Turnovers With Chase Brown Touchdown

The Bengals are cooking at home during a hot Sunday at Paycor Stadium. The under-center game destroyed Tampa Bay on the latest touchdown drive to take a 21-3 lead over the Buccaneers.

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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 13

Cincinnati Takes Double-Digit Lead Over Buccaneers With Turnover-Fueled Touchdown Pass

The Bengals are rolling after two turnovers already from the Buccaneers. Joe Burrow hit Mike Gesicki for a short goal-line TD on a late-down strike to go up 14-3 on the Buccaneers, fully maxing their points off turnovers so far.

Demetrius Knight Jr. News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / September 13

Demetrius Knight Jr., Bengals Defense Score Team's First Touchdown of 2026 Season

A BIG defensive start for Cincinnati resulted in the team's first touchdown of the season. Baker Mayfield got crushed from behind on the Buccaneers second drive, and Demetrius Knight Jr.

Mike Brown News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / September 13

Mike Brown Interviewed For First Time in 2026 Leading Into Bengals Season Opener

Bengals president and long-time owner Mike Brown spoke with Dan Hoard on the Bengals pregame radio broadcast for the Buccaneers season opener in a rare public interview to the masses.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Viral Sports News / September 13

Cincinnati Bengals Defender Turns Heads With Pregame Outfit

Cincinnati Bengals rookie defensive tackle Landon Robinson turned heads before he even reached the field for his first NFL regular-season game. The seventh-round

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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 / September 13

Instant Analysis: Bengals Make Surprising Decisions With Gameday Inactives

Bengals training camp standout Dohnte Meyers is active for Sunday's game against the Buccaneers. Meyers had an impressive training camp and an even better preseason.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / September 13

Bengals Week 1 Inactives vs. Buccaneers: Shemar Stewart decision becomes official, rookie wide receiver gets green light

The Cincinnati Bengals are getting set to open the season against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Before kickoff, both teams have released their inactive players list for the game.

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Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / September 13

'You Can Go Digest Rat Poison' - Demetrius Knight Jr, Barrett Carter Eager to Perform After Criticism

It's gameday for second-year Bengals linebackers Demetrius Knight Jr. and Barrett Carter. The hardened young players went through two of the worst linebacker seasons in the NFL last year, but the organizations didn't turn away from them, and now their character and response are ready to show out this time around.

Cincinnati Bengals News / CincinnatiBengalsCommunity / September 13

Bengals injury update: Former 1st-round pick set to miss season opener

The Cincinnati Bengals will likely play their season opener without a key defensive piece when they face the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Defensive end Shemar Stewart is doubtful after missing Friday’s practice with a knee injury.

Joe Burrow News / TWSN / September 13

Joe Burrow Is About to Unlock a New Level for the Cincinnati Bengals’ Offense

Joe Burrow has always predicated his game on his passing ability and being able to diagnose defenses at a high rate from his time at LSU and with the Cincinnati Bengals.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / September 12

Marvin Lewis Picks His AFC North Favorite, Praises Bengals' New Defensive Additions

Marvin Lewis knows what it takes to win the AFC North. The former Cincinnati Bengals head coach won four divisional titles during his 16 seasons with the franchise, and he likes his old team's chances of finishing atop the division in 2026.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / A to Z Sports / September 12

Cincinnati Bengals make their final roster moves before Week 1 matchup against Tampa Bay Buccaneers

The Cincinnati Bengals have elevated two players from their practice squad for Sunday’s game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. These are the final two before the regular season officially begins.

Cincinnati Bengals News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 12

Bengals Elevate Two Players For Season-Opener

The Cincinnati Bengals officially elevated LB Joe Giles-Harris and TE Tanner Hudson to their active roster for Week 1’s season opener against the Buccaneers. Giles-Harris, 29, signed with the Jaguars as an undrafted free agent out of Duke in 2019.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / September 12

Joe Burrow, Ted Karras Cook Meals Together, Dive Into MASSIVE Calorie Needs For Offensive Linemen

Joe Burrow and Ted Karras made each other a pair of meals this offseason. The Kroger grocery store ambassadors met up for a fun video diving into a couple of recipes and food banter amongst the two Bengals stars.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / September 12

Bengals Quarterback Room BARELY Ranked Among Top-10 NFL Groups Entering 2026 Season

The Bengals don't have a top-tier quarterback room, according to one outlet. The Ringer's Diante Lee ranked all 32 NFL quarterback rooms based on total talent and depth, with Cincinnati checking in at No.

Cincinnati Bengals News / CincinnatiBengalsCommunity / September 12

Bengals get concerning injury update

The Cincinnati Bengals got some disappointing injury news just hours before their first game of the season. The Bengals start their season on Sunday against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

Cashius Howell News / TWSN / September 12

What to Expect From Cashius Howell in His Cincinnati Bengals Debut

Week 1 will be the first time for the Cincinnati Bengals to unveil their rebuilt defense to the NFL as they face the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. While the veteran defensive additions will gain attention, it is rookie edge rusher Cashius Howell who may be the most intriguing.

Joe Burrow News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / September 12

Buccaneers Corner Predicts Big Game Against Joe Burrow, Guarantees Interceptions

Joe Burrow and the Bengals offense have prime bulletin board material before their Week 1 game against the Buccaneers has even begun. While speaking with local media this week, Tampa cornerback Zyon McCollum acknowledged that Burrow wants to get the ball to his elite playmakers.

Cincinnati Bengals News / A to Z Sports / September 11