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Bill Simmons doesn't hold back on 'egregiously dumb' Baker Mayfield

Mayfield completed 23 of 28 passes for 216 yards with no scores or interceptions in Week 1, but he lost three fumbles that ultimately led to 17 points.

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Bengals Week 1 Snap Counts vs. Buccaneers: Mike Gesicki’s big day was even more impressive than you think

Vibes are high in the Queen City as the Cincinnati Bengals are 1-0 after defeating the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, 33-27, in the season-opener. Here are the first snap counts of the Bengals’ 2026 season.

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Russell Wilson warns Bengals of an ugly Joe Burrow scenario

Now that he’s retired and transitioning into a media role, former NFL quarterback Russell Wilson is learning the art of hot takes. Before the Cincinnati Bengals’ Week 1 matchup against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Sunday at Paycor Stadium in Cincinnati, Ohio, Wilson praised quarterback Joe Burrow’s qualities but dropped a warning to Cincy.

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Bengals Offensive Line Dominates Trenches Against Buccaneers During Week 1 Win

The Bengals offensive line looked dominant against what is on paper a strong Tampa defensive line in Sunday's 33-27 win. SumerSports confirmed that even though the Buccaneers blitzed on almost half of Joe Burrow's dropbacks, they managed only a 29.7% pressure rate.

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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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Zac Taylor Hands Out Game Balls All Over The Roster Following 33-27 Win Over Tampa Bay

The Bengals got a home win to open the 2026 season, and it led to a fun game-ball session from head coach Zac Taylor after beating the Buccaneers 33-27.

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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 14

Bengals Open as Rare Betting Underdogs in Houston Amidst Projected Easy 2026 Schedule

The Bengals are facing one of their rare betting underdog challenges of the entire regular season this week. Cincinnati is trying to win back-to-back games across the opening weeks in consecutive seasons, and they are three-point underdogs to do so.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / A to Z Sports / September 14

Bengals’ condemned position group proved to be the ultimate difference in Week 1 victory over Buccaneers

The Cincinnati Bengals have traditionally succeeded on offense despite their offensive line. Sunday’s Week 1 win over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers proved the inverse is possible.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / September 13

Zac Taylor Goes for Throat as Tee Higgins Caps Bengals Situational Masterpiece

Cincinnati Bengals head coach Zac Taylor has the sort of photographic memory where he can instantly recall all the details with just a casual mention of a random play from several years ago.

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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

Bengals Newcomers Deliver Instant Impact as Defensive Chaos Fuels Win vs. Tampa Bay

The Cincinnati Bengals committed more than $175 million – and the No. 10 pick in the NFL Draft – to acquire four new players the organization is counting on to fix one of the worst defenses in the league.

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Joe Burrow Makes Feelings Clear on Cincinnati Bengals’ Offense After Tampa Bay Buccaneers Win

The Cincinnati Bengals didn’t need a flawless performance from Joe Burrow to begin the 2026 NFL season. They still picked up the victory as Cincinnati beat Tampa Bay 33-27.

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Russell Wilson: This Could Be Joe Burrow's Final Season In Cincinnati

Former Pro Bowl quarterback Russell Wilson made his debut on The NFL Today on CBS on Sunday and began his broadcasting tenure with a pretty hot take regarding one of the league’s most popular quarterbacks.

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AFC Notes: Joe Burrow, D.K. Metcalf, Bengals, Steelers

Bengals QB Joe Burrow is entering the seventh year of his career in 2026. Burrow said he wants to become a more vocal leader and “evolve” as a player. “I’ve always kind of expressed myself with my clothes or my hair, less with my words.

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'It Was A Joy' - Dexter Lawrence Victorious in First Bengals Outing of 2026 Season

Dexter Lawrence had plenty to get hyped about at his locker after the Bengals won in his regular-season debut with the team. The mauling defensive tackle

Zac Taylor News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / September 13

Zac Taylor Dissects Historic Defensive, Special Teams Impact Following Bengals Win Over Tampa Bay

Zac Taylor had big praise ready for two of the less prominent units in the Bengals' sphere across recent seasons. Cincinnati got a massive four-turnover day out of its defense and a historic day from kicker Evan McPherson to power their 33-27 win over Tampa Bay.

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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.

Joe Burrow News / Athlon Sports / September 13

Bengals Receive Brutal Joe Burrow Warning on Sunday

Joe Burrow and the Cincinnati Bengals are feeling the pressure as the 2026 NFL regular season begins. Burrow played in only eight games in 2025, posting career lows across the board.

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

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.

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.

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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.

Zac Taylor News / CincinnatiBengalsCommunity / September 11

Bengals Breathe Huge Sigh of Relief As Zac Taylor Provides Positive Injury Update

The Cincinnati Bengals enter their season opener with plenty of confidence. After an impressive offseason that saw the team completely revamp its defense, expectations are higher than ever, with some even tipping Cincinnati as a Super Bowl favorite.