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Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / January 7

Possible Cincinnati Bengals Target Caleb Downs Declares for 2026 NFL Draft

One of the Bengals' potential options for the 10th pick in the 2026 NFL Draft just declared he is officially entering the class on Wednesday. Ohio State star safety Caleb Downs announced the entry on his social media accounts.

Zac Taylor News / A to Z Sports / January 7

AFC North rival shows interest in messing up Zac Taylor's plan for Bengals coaching continuity

Cincinnati Bengals head coach Zac Taylor wants to keep his coaching staff intact, but the other NFL club in Ohio might get in the way of that. Per The Athletic's Dianna Russini, Bengals offensive coordinator Dan Pitcher has been requested to interview for the Cleveland Browns head-coaching job.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / January 7

Bengals Division Rival Eyeing Dan Pitcher for Head Coaching Vacancy

The Browns have put in a request to interview Bengals offensive coordinator Dan Pitcher according to Dianna Russini of The Atheltic. That isn't surprising.

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The 'NFL passing TD leaders by year' quiz

How many of the NFL quarterbacks to lead the league in passing touchdowns for each season since the AFL/NFL merger in 1970 can you name in six minutes?

Todd Mcshay News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / January 7

Cincinnati Bengals Land Pass Rush Help in Todd McShay's First 2026 Mock Draft

The Bengals have been a popular landing spot for Miami (FL) edge rusher Rueben Bain in 2026 mock drafts, and The Ringer's Todd McShay loves that fit with the 10th pick this April.

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The best passing performances from one NFL playoff run

Rule changes have made passing numbers easier to compile in the modern era, and the game's top quarterbacks have taken full advantage. While the heaviest hitters are represented here, some storied postseasons by slightly lesser-celebrated QBs remain entrenched in playoff annals as well.

Seth McLaughlin News / A to Z Sports / January 7

Fan favorite Bengals rookie signs with another team ahead of his second year after never seeing the field in Cincinnati

Seth McLaughlin is saying goodbye after one year with the Cincinnati Bengals, and is headed to that state up north. McLaughlin signed a Reserve/Future contract with the Detroit Lions on Tuesday.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / January 7

Report: Bengals Take Low-Risk Flier on Former CFL Standout Wide Receiver

The Bengals are signing wide receiver Dohnte Meyers according to NFL insider Aaron Wilson. Meyers, 25, was undrafted in 2023 before joining the CFL's Saskatchewan Roughriders.

Jordan Shipley News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / January 7

Former Bengals Wide Receiver Jordan Shipley Hospitalized After Heavy-Machinery Accident

Former Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Jordan Shipley is battling serious injuries after an accident at his ranch. He was operating a machine when it caught on fire and severely burned him before he escaped.

Cincinnati Bengals News / NFL on ClutchPoints / January 6

Bengals’ 3-round 2026 NFL Draft according to PFF mock draft simulator after 6-11 season

The Cincinnati Bengals enter the 2026 NFL Draft caught between the frustration of a lost season and the urgency of maximizing a championship window. A year derailed by injuries and inconsistency has forced Cincinnati to confront uncomfortable truths about its depth and long-term protection plan for its franchise quarterback.

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Looking back at every NFL Christmas Day game

For years, Thanksgiving belonged to the NFL, but Christmas belonged to the NBA. Occasionally, an NFL game would fall on Christmas, but it was anomalous, even avoided if possible.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / January 6

Zac Taylor Addresses Bengals’ Potential Interest in Re-Signing Joe Flacco

Joe Flacco was a bright spot for the Bengals in 2025. The Bengals traded for Flacco in October after a 2-3 start. Joe Burrow was injured, Jake Browning was struggling and the veteran quarterback instantly made an impact.

Cam Taylor-Britt News / Pro Football Rumors / January 6

Bengals CB Cam Taylor-Britt Pleads Guilty To Reckless Driving

Bengals cornerback Cam Taylor-Britt entered a guilty plea to charges of reckless driving and driving without a license on Tuesday, as detailed by Cameron Knight and Kelsey Conway of the Cincinnati Enquirer.