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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.

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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.

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How many of the quarterbacks to throw for 400 yards or more at least five times in their NFL career can you name in five minutes?

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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.

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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

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.

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.

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.

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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 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.

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Joe Burrow News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 11

ESPN insider ‘taps breaks’ on potential game-changing tweak to Joe Burrow-led Bengals offense

With the Cincinnati Bengals preparing for the preseason and eventually the start of the regular season, there’s no denying the expectations the team has in 2026.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / August 11

Joe Burrow Feeling 'Winning-Level Football' From Bengals Additions as Opening Preseason Game Approaches

Joe Burrow seemingly can't stop gushing about the importance of Dexter Lawrence and all of the new additions for Cincinnati this offseason. The Bengals' top star sat down with Kay Adams on Up & Adams this week, and he dove into all of the pieces fitting together in a championship puzzle.

Chase Brown News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / August 11

Chase Brown Showers Bengals' Defense with Praise During Training Camp Interview

There are plenty of storylines for Cincinnati Bengals fans to focus on as the team prepares for their first preseason game against the Detroit Lions on Thursday.

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

Taylor defends Bengals' Burrow protectors after bold Brown claim

Zac Taylor defends Bengals' Joe Burrow protectors after bold Orlando Brown Jr. claim

Brown raised eyebrows when he boldly claimed in July that the Bengals have "the best pass protection unit in the NFL."

Ja’Marr Chase has two words to describe Joe Burrow’s demeanor

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Cincinnati Bengals News / Trade Talk Sports / August 11

Ja’Marr Chase Has His Sights Set on NFL Receiving Touchdowns Record

Ja’Marr Chase wants to get the Cincinnati Bengals back to the playoffs so they can compete for a chance to return to the Super Bowl and win it after coming so close in 2022.

DJ Turner News / A to Z Sports / August 11

Bengals Player Profile: DJ Turner II can further establish himself as the NFL’s next lockdown cornerback

It took three years, but DJ Turner II is now looked as a leader in the Cincinnati Bengals’ secondary. He’s the No. 1 cornerback on the depth chart, as he was for most of last year, and has been going up against Ja’Marr Chase throughout training camp.

Joe Burrow News / Athlon Sports / August 11

Ja'Marr Chase Reacts to Joe Burrow’s Change in Attitude Amid Bengals Training Camp

Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Ja’Marr explained his experience with the urgency his teammate Joe Burrow brings in training camp. The Bengals are in for a different experience this training camp, as their star quarterback, Burrow, brings a renewed attitude this upcoming season.