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This Veteran Linebacker Could be Final Piece in Bengals' Super Bowl Puzzle

The Cincinnati Bengals have already made a lot of progress on fixing their defense this offseason. Key additions in free agency and the NFL Draft addressed several weaknesses, but they may still be one move away from becoming one of the top contenders for the 2027 Super Bowl.

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Bengals should have Deandre Hopkins back up his increasingly obvious desire to play with Joe Burrow

Three-time All-Pro free agent wide receiver Deandre Hopkins wants to play with Joe Burrow, but the Cincinnati Bengals are set at his position. Would he take a minimum deal to make it happen?

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / May 4

Overlooked Bengals UDFA Addition is Already Generating Buzz

The Cincinnati Bengals came into the offseason with major holes all over their roster. Most were on defense, so the Bengals spent their time upgrading.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / May 3

2 Reasons Bengals Can Win the Super Bowl, 1 Reason They Can't

The Cincinnati Bengals have put together a good roster over the last few seasons, but it hasn't been good enough to get them back to the Super Bowl. This offseason, the front office seemed to have the Super Bowl in mind, as they made some big-time additions.

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The 'Passing TD leaders by NFL franchise' quiz

How many of the career leaders for passing touchdowns for every NFL franchise can you name in five minutes?

The 'Most passing + rushing TD games' quiz

The 'NFL single-game completions leaders' quiz

The 'Active NFL passing YPG leaders' quiz

Orlando Brown News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / May 3

Orlando Brown Jr. Lays Out Remaining NFL Bucket List Items Entering 2026 Season

Orlandon Brown Jr. has accomplished a lot in his eight NFL seasons. From Pro Bowl nods to a Super Bowl title with the Chiefs, the Bengals starting left tackle is stacking milestones, but he's not satisfied.

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The way-too-early 2027 NFL first-round mock draft

With the 2026 draft in the books, teams are already looking toward 2027. Here's our way-too-early 2027 NFL mock draft, as of April 27, 2026.

Let's tap the brakes on the hype for Arch Manning for 2027 NFL Draft

Round 1 of the 2027 NFL Draft projected to be top-heavy with QBs

Five non-quarterback stars to know before 2027 NFL Draft

2026 NFL Draft: First-round grades

25 late-round draft picks who will impact the 2026 NFL season

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / May 3

Former All-Pro Wants to Join Joe Burrow's Bengals, Pursue Championship in Cincinnati

The Super Bowl window with Joe Burrow for the Bengals is once again wide open following a flurry of moves to improve the defense, highlighted by their blockbuster trade for Dexter Lawrence.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / May 2

What the NFL is Saying About Bengals' Top Two Draft Picks

The Cincinnati Bengals entered the 2026 offseason with the goal of improving the team's defense as the top priority. Over the past several years, there has been extensive discussion about the team's richly compensated, talent-laden offense being paired with a defense that struggles to complement its firepower.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / May 2

Bengals 2026 Draft Haul Ranked Among NFL's 10 Worst Classes

The Athletic's Dane Brugler ranked all 32 2026 NFL Draft classes this week, and the Bengals got a low mark. "The Beast" author slotted the class 24th overall in his exercise.

Orlando Brown News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / May 2

Orlando Brown Jr. Highlights Key Chemistry Addition To Boost Bengals 2026 Offensive Line Camaraderie

Orlando Brown Jr. was all smiles during our chat this week. The Bengals starting left tackle is fresh off a new contract extension and is amped about the camaraderie that's already been brewing for him and the offense ahead of May workouts.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / May 2

Here's Why Bengals Struck Gold With Late-Round Pick in 2026 NFL Draft

The Cincinnati Bengals came into the offseason needing to make a few big upgrades if they wanted to put together a Super Bowl contender. They added to the defense in a big way in free agency and on the trade block.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / May 1

Bengals Top Draft Pick Already Generating Early Buzz

The Cincinnati Bengals traded the No. 10 pick in the 2026 NFL Draft to the New York Giants in exchange for superstar defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence. They would go on to land a few potential stars in the draft as well.

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25 late-round draft picks who will impact the 2026 NFL season

The early-round picks get most of the headlines, but the later rounds are where championships are often built. These 25 late-round picks from the 2026 draft have a chance to make impacts as rookies and beyond.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / May 1

AFC Notes: Cashius Howell, R Mason Thomas, Titans’ Draft, Bengals, Chiefs

The Bengals were eyeing DE Cashius Howell all along and there were even suggestions that they would have considered selecting him with the tenth overall pick before trading it to the Giants for DT Dexter Lawrence.

Cincinnati Bengals News / A to Z Sports / May 1

Eye-opening trend emerged from Cincinnati Bengals’ 2026 draft class and it’s worth monitoring going forward

The Cincinnati Bengals filled out most of their 2026 NFL Draft class with players who took part in the East-West Shrine Bowl earlier in the offseason. The Cincinnati Bengals broke a couple trends in the 2026 NFL Draft.