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$40 million free agent signing among numerous key Bengals who will not play in preseason game against Lions

The Cincinnati Bengals begin their preseason slate tonight against the Detroit Lions, but not everyone on the 90-man roster is going to see the field. The Cincinnati Bengals begin their preseason slate tonight against the Detroit Lions, but not everyone on the 90-man roster is going to see the field.

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Bengals Player Profile: Shemar Stewart has key role waiting for him once he overcomes another hurdle

The Cincinnati Bengals saw Shemar Stewart play in eight games as a rookie due to two separate injuries, and then watched him go down with a hyperextended knee in this year’s first training camp practice.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / August 13

Bengals 2026 Season-Long Best Bet Revealed Ahead of Latest Campaign

Sports Illustrated betting expert Ian McMillan dropped a season-long best bet for all 32 teams recently, and the one for Cincinnati should excite Bengals fans.

Joe Burrow News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / August 13

National Voice Has Joe Burrow Poised for Big 2026 Season

Senior NFL Writer Albert Breer recently emptied his notebook on all that he has observed from Bengals training camp. Breer was very vocal on the current confidence level of Joe Burrow.

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Cincinnati Bengals News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 12

The 1 thing Bengals’ Joe Burrow is ‘obsessed’ with improving before regular season

Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow is notoriously a perfectionist, and he is not resting on his laurels as the 2026 regular season approaches. Despite establishing himself as one of the elite signal-callers in the NFL, the veteran is laser-focused on one specific aspect of his game during training camp: his throwing motion.

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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 / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / August 12

Ted Karras Continues Stamping Major Praise on Dexter Lawrence With Top Talent Ranking

Don't tell Ted Karras Dexter Lawrence isn't the best defensive tackle in football. The 11-year veteran is battling daily with the Bengals' biggest 2026 star addition in the middle of the trenches.

Cincinnati Bengals News / TWSN / August 12

Bengals 2025 Weakness Could Become 2026 Strength

There’s no denying that the Bengalss biggest problem last season was their defensive struggles. Obviously Joe Burrow being injured put a damper on the season, but the defense played just as large a part in the unsuccessful season. Cincinnati had one the worst defenses in the NFL during the 2025 season.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / August 12

Former top-50 draft pick among Bengals players who have the most to prove in preseason-opener vs. Lions

The Cincinnati Bengals have plenty of players who need to make the most of Thursday night’s preseason-opener against the Detroit Lions. Here are five I will be most intrigued to watch.

Dalton Risner News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / August 12

Dalton Risner Explains Long-Term Impact Desire With Cincinnati Bengals

With NFL teams constantly chopping and changing their staff and players, it can quickly turn players into a “me-first” mindset, and it's hard to blame them.

Cincinnati Bengals News / A to Z Sports / August 12

Joe Burrow is ahead of schedule conquering a recurring problem thanks to Dexter Lawrence

Dexter Lawrence was brought to Cincinnati for making things easier for Joe Burrow and the Cincinnati Bengals’ offense to win games. He’s also making Burrow better in a timely manner.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / August 12

Bengals Franchise Valuation Rockets Up Following 2025-26 Season

The Bengals franchise valuation got an update entering the 2026 season. Sportico has been dialing into all 32 team valuations since 2020 and dropped its latest ranking from most to least valuable on Wednesday.

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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 12

Ja'Marr Chase Loves 'Pissed' Version of Bengals QB Joe Burrow

Joe Burrow has made a deliberate effort to show a different side of himself as a leader this year, and superstar wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase is fully on board.

Cashius Howell News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / August 12

'Pretty Big' - Cashius Howell Ready to Play in First NFL Game Opportunity

Cashius Howell is eager to play in his first NFL game on Thursday night. The rookie Bengals edge rusher is splashing in training camp all over the place but sat out the most recent practice with an unknown injury ding.

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Amarius Mims News / A to Z Sports / August 12

Bengals Player Profile: Amarius Mims can take Cincinnati’s offensive line to the moon

The Cincinnati Bengals have several high-quality players on their roster. Amarius Mims is on the precipice of being the next one, and his potential is that of an All-Pro.

Cincinnati Bengals News / EssentiallySports / August 12

Bengals WR Ja’Marr Chase Sets His Sights on Hall of Fame as He Aims to Break NFL’s Single-Season TD Record

The Cincinnati Bengals signed wide receiver Ja’Marr Chase to a four-year contract extension just last year. He is one of the most electric playmakers in the league, especially when paired up with an equally talented quarterback in Joe Burrow.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Lindy's Sports / August 11

NFL's best WR reveals two cornerbacks that are his kryptonite

Since the moment he stepped on an NFL field out of LSU in 2021, Ja'Marr Chase has been one of the best wide receivers in the league. The 81 receptions, 1,455 yards and 13 touchdowns he put up in his rookie season would be a career year for more than a few top-tier wide receivers.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / August 11

Ja’Marr Chase Names 3 Bengals Who Are Standing Out at Training Camp

Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase knows what it takes for a receiver to stand out in the NFL. He's done it himself — and now he says he's seeing it in two newcomers who have caught the 26-year-old superstar's attention.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / August 11

Jordan Battle's Interception of Joe Burrow Adds Juice to Bengals D in Final Tune-up Before Preseason Opener

Tuesday’s Cincinnati Bengals practice was light on participation, tight on space and slight on activity. Numerous players dealing with tightness and tweaks took the day off for the final practice before Thursday night’s preseason opener against the Detroit Lions at Paycor Stadium.

Zac Taylor News / A to Z Sports / August 11

‘We’ve been breaking the rule for eight years’ – Bengals HC Zac Taylor opens up about new NFL rule he’s been working around all this time

Cincinnati Bengals head coach Zac Taylor has never before thrown a challenge flag in his seven years in Cincinnati. That responsibility has always fallen on chief of coaching staff Doug Rosfeld’s shoulders, and now it’s completely legal in accordance to NFL rules.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Yardbarker / August 11