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3 bold predictions for the Bengals in Week 11 vs. Steelers

The Cincinnati Bengals are a walking contradiction. On one hand, they’ve dropped back-to-back embarrassing losses to the New York Jets and Chicago Bears, continuing a troubling trend that dates back to 2024: explosive offensive performances squandered by defensive meltdowns.

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Jermaine Burton's Disappointing Second Season With Bengals Continues, Not Traveling to Pittsburgh

Bengals wide receiver Jermaine Burton didn't travel with the team to Pittsburgh. He's been dealing with an illness for the majority of the past two weeks.

NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / November 15

Cincinnati will be without receiver vs. Steelers

Clarity has followed Cincinnati’s young wideout all year, ever since he jumped on social media in August to stress that a prior practice absence was injury-related and nothing else, reiterating his commitment to the Bengals and to getting back as quickly as possible while continuing his development alongside the team’s veteran targets.

Shemar Stewart News / NFLTradeRumors.co / November 15

Bengals Announce Four Moves, Including Placing DE Shemar Stewart On IR

The Bengals announced four roster moves, including placing DE Shemar Stewart on injured reserve. The team also placed G Jaxson Kirkland on the practice squad reserve list and elevated DE Isaiah Foskey and RB Kendall Milton for Week 11.

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Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / November 15

Bengals Announce Multiple Roster Moves Ahead of Sunday's Game vs Steelers

The Bengals posted a few roster moves entering the weekend as the franchise barrels toward another matchup with the Steelers. Cincinnati is elevating running back Kendall Milton from the practice squad.

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College players whose NFL draft stock has risen the most this season

NFL draft stock is fluid from the start of the college football season until it concludes. These 20 players have risen up draft boards in 2025 as a result of their strong start to the season.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Stripe Hype / November 15

The major Bengals storyline that could change everything in Week 11

The Cincinnati Bengals are a 3-6 football team in desperate need of a win, or more specifically, some rapid improvement from their defense to accomplish that objective.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Yardbarker / November 16

Bengals 2025 first-round draft pick looking even worse after latest update

When the Bengals spent their first-round pick of the 2025 NFL Draft on edge rusher Shemar Stewart, this likely isn't what they had in mind.

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NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / November 15

AFC Notes: Chase Brown, Tommy Rees, Asante Samuel Jr., Bengals, Browns, Steelers

Bengals RB Chase Brown went viral for a clip following Week 9’s 39-38 loss to the Jets, where he repeatedly cursed when expressing frustration about their defense.

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2026 first-round NFL mock draft: Three QBs in the top 10

With the month of September in the books, both the top college prospects and 2026 NFL draft order are coming into focus. Here's a look at our latest first-round NFL mock draft as of October 13, 2025.

NFL Draft intel: Five prospects on the rise — including Ole Miss' Trinidad Chambliss

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Noah Fant News / Total Apex Fantasy Sports / November 15

Pittsburgh Steelers vs. Cincinnati Bengals Start Em Sit Em Week 11 2025 Fantasy Football Breakdown

The AFC North is never short on drama, and this matchup has major playoff implications with the Bengals and Steelers. The Bengals aren’t out of the race yet, and veteran Joe Flacco has shockingly fallen into the perfect situation: reviving the passing game, unlocking Ja’Marr Chase, and keeping Cincinnati alive.

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Shemar Stewart News / NFLTradeRumors.co / November 15

Bengals Placing DE Shemar Stewart On IR

Tom Pelissero reports that the Bengals are placing DE Shemar Stewart on injured reserve due to a lingering knee injury. Stewart received a fully guaranteed four-year contract from the Bengals after initially holding out for a better deal from the team, but was limited by an ankle injury suffered in Week 2.

NFL News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / November 15

Week 11 Best Bets: Pittsburgh Steelers vs Cincinnati Bengals

The bye week has come and gone, and hopefully the Bengals defense is as rejuvenated as I am to win to close out the season. After a dismal 1-4 Week 9, our total stats leading up to the break sit at 17-18 for +5.1 units.

Zac Taylor News / Stripe Hype / November 15

One problem could derail Bengals if Zac Taylor doesn't solve it vs. Steelers

Cincinnati Bengals head coach Zac Taylor should be celebrated for his ability to evolve the offense, boost the running game, and facilitate the success of aging quarterback Joe Flacco after an in-season trade.

Joe Burrow News / Gridiron Heroics / November 15

'Headbutt Him': Ja’Marr Chase Speaks Out on Messing With Joe Burrow

Ja’Marr Chase says he enjoys messing with Joe Burrow, and the Bengals receiver offered a colorful look at the pair’s chemistry as the quarterback returns from injury.

Trey Hendrickson News / Gridiron Heroics / November 15

'He Would Be an Immediate Upgrade': Bengals Star Expected To Be the Top Free Agent in 2026

Trey Hendrickson is drawing early attention as the top free agent target for 2026 after another productive season as the Cincinnati Bengals’ primary edge rusher.

NFL News / Stripe Hype / November 15

Bengals legend makes audacious guarantee for Week 11 vs. Steelers

The Cincinnati Bengals have basically zero margin for error for the rest of this season. An AFC North title is the only realistic way into the playoffs, so they must complete their sweep of the Pittsburgh Steelers on Sunday to stay on track there.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Bleacher Report / November 14

Watch: Joe Flacco on Joe Burrow returning soon

Cincinnati Bengals News / Stripe Hype / November 14

Bengals rookie quietly in line for a much bigger role entering Week 11

One most welcome surprise for the Cincinnati Bengals in recent weeks has been the transformation of their running game. Unfortunately, the bye week, a second-time opponent in the Pittsburgh Steelers, and a key injury could derail all that prior momentum.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Last Word On Sports / November 14

Cincinnati Bengals Beat: Midseason News and Notes

The Cincinnati Bengals have played nine games, and we currently know they have a potent offense with Joe Flacco and a historically bad defense. Since Flacco took over against the Green Bay Packers in Week 6, he’s been fantastic, throwing to the best duo of wide receivers he’s ever had in Ja’Marr Chase and Tee Higgins.