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Why the Bengals Have No Playoff Appearances Since 2022 Despite Being One of Hottest Starting Offenses in NFL

There was a time when the Cincinnati Bengals’ slow-start problems were both macro and micro in nature. That is, they were struggling to win games in the first two weeks of the season, and they were having issues scoring touchdowns in the first quarter of games, even ones they would go on to win.

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Bengals Position Group Deemed Team's Biggest Remaining Issue Despite 2026 Offseason Investment

The Bengals beefed up almost all of their weaknesses this offseason, but it's hard to fill every hole on an NFL team in a salary-capped league. NFL.com's Matt Okada dialed in on their top remaining weakness, which is a bit different from what most fans would likely land on.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / July 22

Cincinnati Bengals Projected to Miss Key 2026 Season-Long Betting Figure

The Athletic's Vic Tafur broke down win total projections for NFL teams recently, and he is not bullish on the Bengals. He has the franchise going under its 10.5 win total across major sportsbooks.

Leon Hall News / A to Z Sports / July 22

Bengals fans knock it out of the park with new Ring of Honor inductees, but now the real challenge begins

James Brooks and Bob Trumpy are joining an elite group of former Cincinnati Bengals later this year. Brooks and Trumpy are the Bengals’ 2026 Ring of Honor inductees.

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The 'NFL yards-per-catch leaders' quiz

How many of the players to lead the NFL in yards-per-reception since 2000 can you name in five minutes?

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Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / July 22

Cincinnati Bengals Announce 2026 Ring of Honor Class

A pair of legends from the Cincinnati Bengals' past are heading into the Ring of Honor this fall. The franchise announced former tight end Bob Trumpy and former running back James Brooks as the latest inductees into the Ring of Honor.

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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.

Joe Burrow News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / July 22

Joe Burrow: I'm Excited to See What Fernando Mendoza Does in the NFL

Joe Burrow understands the path Fernando Mendoza is about to take better than almost anyone. Mendoza led Indiana to an undefeated national championship, won the Heisman Trophy, and was selected No.

Erick All News / A to Z Sports / July 22

Bengals Player Profile: Erick All Jr. has one hurdle to clear in becoming what Cincinnati needs at tight end

The Cincinnati Bengals saw what Erick All Jr. was capable of during the first two months of his playing career. He was their best chance of a multi-dimensional tight end back then, and he still is to this day.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / July 22

True Franchise Player Ranking is All Wrong When Ranking the Bengals

It is nearly time for the Cincinnati Bengals to take the field once again. On July 29th, the Bengals are officially beginning training camp. This team is coming into the 2026 season with a huge chip on its shoulder.

Dalton Risner News / CincinnatiBengalsCommunity / July 22

Dalton Risner’s wife shares touching moment after opening up on devastating pregnancy loss

Dalton Risner and his wife, Whitney, expected last week to be filled with birthday celebrations. Instead, it became one of the most difficult weeks of their lives.

Joe Burrow News / Viral Sports News / July 22

Joe Burrow Trade Rumors Land Update Bengals Fans Won’t Like

The Cincinnati Bengals have gone all in this offseason to snap their recent string of disappointments. After missing the playoffs for three consecutive years, the franchise made several aggressive moves to bolster the roster around quarterback Joe Burrow.

Cincinnati Bengals News / A to Z Sports / July 21

Bengals’ key backup scores a massive win right before a different training camp for him begins

Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Mitchell Tinsley is now an official Adidas athlete following his breakout 2025 season, and expectations will be raised entering a new year with new gear.

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One player from every NFL team who will bounce back in 2026

The 2025 NFL season didn't go as smoothly as hoped for some proven players. These players are the top candidates on their respective teams to bounce back this season.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / July 21

Bengals Ranked Near Bottom of League in 2 Surprising Categories by NFL Analyst

NFL analyst Warren Sharp raised the eyebrows – and the ire – of Cincinnati Bengals when he slotted the team’s offensive line 28th in his annual positional rankings.

Cincinnati Bengals News / A to Z Sports / July 21

Bengals’ pipe dream of addressing their biggest need was just emphatically snuffed out

The Cincinnati Bengals will officially not be trading for linebacker Jordyn Brooks. That much is now certain after the Miami Dolphins locked up their star defender with a three-year, $51.3 million new contract.

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Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / July 21

Bengals Announce Multiple Major Upgrades to Paycor Stadium ahead of 2026 Season

The Bengals stadium operations team had a busy offseason at Paycor Stadium. The organization announced a litany of major upgrades for fans to enjoy throughout the stadium.

Joe Burrow News / NFL on ClutchPoints / July 21

Another NFL analyst disputes Joe Burrow’s ESPN Survey ranking

ESPN released a Survey ranking for the NFL this offseason, in which coaches, scouts, and executives ranked each position group in the league. Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow was named the No.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / July 21

Bengals Quarterback Room One of NFL's Deepest Entering 2026 NFL Season

CBS Sports took a magnifying glass to NFL quarterback situations this week to find the five worst and five best situations for passers. It was a generous list for the Bengals, who checked in at No.

Kyle Dugger News / A to Z Sports / July 21

Bengals Player Profile: Kyle Dugger brings plenty of veteran savvy to a position in desperate need of it

There’s an argument for Dugger being the most underrated signing Cincinnati made this past spring. He can start when needed, but will be a vital role player off the bench for whatever the Bengals need throughout the season.

Myles Murphy News / CincinnatiBengalsCommunity / July 21

Bengals’ Myles Murphy enters now-or-never 2026 season with $20M on the line

The Cincinnati Bengals have made several changes to their defense this offseason. Now, edge rusher Myles Murphy is entering the final year of his rookie deal after the Bengals declined his fifth-year option.

Joe Burrow News / QBFanCentral / July 21

Joe Burrow reveals extreme Heisman Trophy protection after home break-in

Joe Burrow has never hesitated to show how much the 2019 Heisman Trophy means to him, but a frightening home robbery has changed the way he protects it.

Myles Murphy News / Pro Football Rumors / July 20

Latest On Bengals DE Myles Murphy

Earlier this offseason, the Bengals opted to decline Myles Murphy‘s fifth-year option. 2026 thus represents a potential walk year for the edge rusher. The spring saw Cincinnati make a number of investments along the defensive front, including most notably the trade acquisition of Dexter Lawrence.