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Cincinnati Bengals News / Total Pro Sports / February 4

Why Is Joe Flacco in the 2026 NFL Pro Bowl? Explaining the Bengals QB’s Selection

In a season full of surprises, one of the most unexpected twists in the 2026 NFL Pro Bowl roster is the inclusion of Joe Flacco. The Cincinnati Bengals quarterback, once widely thought of as past his prime, earned a Pro Bowl nod that left fans and analysts curious: Why is Joe Flacco playing in the 2026 Pro Bowl?

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / February 4

Top Cincinnati Bengals Moments From 2026 NFL Pro Bowl Games

The Bengals Pro Bowl Games contingent didn't get the win, but looked like they had plenty of fun in San Francisco, California, on Tuesday night. The NFC beat the AFC 66-52 in a flag football game featuring Joe Burrow, Joe Flacco, Ja'Marr Chase, and Tee Higgins.

Cincinnati Bengals News / NFL on ClutchPoints / February 4

Bengals’ Ja’Marr Chase may be taking defensive issues into his own hands after this Pro Bowl play

Move over, Deion Sanders. The Cincinnati Bengals might have the NFL’s next great two-way threat, and he didn’t even need a helmet to prove it. While the AFC ultimately fell to the NFC in a high-scoring 66-52 shootout during Tuesday night’s Pro Bowl Games, Ja’Marr Chase stole the show by moonlighting as the ultimate ball hawk.

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Joe Burrow News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / February 3

Joe Burrow Sends Powerful Message to Bengals Organization and Fans During Pro Bowl

Plenty of ridiculous narratives have followed Joe Burrow over the past few months. From trade speculation to wondering if he's going to become the next Andrew Luck, both fans and media have gone bonkers when it comes to the Bengals star quarterback.

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The 25 greatest NFL teams that didn't win a Super Bowl

Some franchises' best efforts have not led to victory parades or even Super Bowl berths. Because of untimely injuries, unfortunate circumstances, or myriad other reasons, many teams' plans throughout NFL history have not produced the desired result.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Larry Brown Sports / February 3

Ja’Marr Chase picks off Jared Goff with unreal grab during Pro Bowl

The Cincinnati Bengals may have a budding two-way star on their roster, and his name is Ja’Marr Chase. The superstar wide receiver showed off his defensive instincts Tuesday during the Pro Bowl Games’ flag football contest at the NFL Flag Fieldhouse in San Francisco, Calif.

NFL News / Yardbarker / February 4

Pointless Pro Bowl shows there's no way to fix this problem

Pointless NFL Pro Bowl Games show there is no way to fix All-Star games

All-Star games in professional sports used to be must-see events. That ship has sailed.

Ja'Marr Chase picks off Jared Goff with unreal grab during Pro Bowl

Browns QB Shedeur Sanders makes honest admission about Pro Bowl nod

Giants' Matt Nagy hiring doesn't do any favors for QB Jaxson Dart

Patriots' Tommy DeVito happy to put 'Tommy Cutlets' Giants run behind him

Rams coach Sean McVay finally addresses Matthew Stafford's future

Pittsburgh Steelers have $100 million lawsuit filed against them

Cincinnati Bengals News / A to Z Sports / February 3

Bengals QB Joe Burrow proves Ja'Marr Chase right with a Pro Bowl highlight to remember

Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase knew the tricks were coming in the 2026 Pro Bowl Games, and quarterback Joe Burrow proved him right. Burrow,

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / February 3

Pop Legend Nick Lachey Explains Why He Made Bengals Diss Track

Pop legend Nick Lachey appeared on the Scott Sloan Show this week to break down why he felt compelled to write a whole song about the Bengals' ineptitude during his fandom.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / February 3

2 former Bengals players will be trying to beat each other in Super Bowl LX in very different roles

You won't find any former Cincinnati Bengals players on the field when the New England Patriots are battling the Seattle Seahawks on offense or defense during Super Bowl LX.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / February 3

Cincinnati Bengals Address Offensive Trenches in Post-Senior Bowl Mock Draft

NFL Network draft analyst Lance Zierlein released his first mock draft of the 2026 cycle on Monday and slotted Cincinnati with a rare offensive selection amidst all the mock drafts so far.

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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 / February 3

Joe Flacco Opens Up About His Time With Bengals, Bond With Joe Burrow

The Bengals got a breath of fresh air injected into their offense when they traded for Joe Flacco in October. While the team failed to win, Flacco played some of the most electric football of his career.

Cincinnati Bengals News / A to Z Sports / February 3

Bengals get an offseason win over NFC playoff team and it says a lot about Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins

Cincinnati Bengals wide receivers coach Troy Walters is staying on staff for another year. CBS Sports NFL insider Jonathan Jones reports Walters declined an interview request for the Chicago Bears offensive coordinator vacancy, and Cincinnati will get to keep its WR coach for at least another season.

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Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / February 3

Key Bengals Assistant Coach Troy Walters Makes Major Decision About His Future

Bengals wide receivers coach Troy Walters has helped Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins become two of the best players in the NFL. That success has put him squarely in the mix for vacant offensive coordinator jobs.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / February 3

Latest Coaching Hire Adds Clarity To Dan Pitcher's 2026 Role With Bengals

The Bengals look like they'll be keeping Dan Pitcher as their offensive coordinator for the 2026 NFL season. That essentially got cemented in full on

Joe Burrow News / Total Pro Sports / February 3

Surprise NFC Team Reportedly Set To Do 'Everything They Possibly Can' To Trade For Bengals QB Joe Burrow

A top NFC team will reportedly go hard after Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow if he becomes available in a trade. Burrow hasn’t outright requested a trade from the Bengals.

NFL News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / February 3

2026 NFL Draft Buzz: Bengals Considered Ideal Fit for Elite Playmaker

Most people expect the Bengals to address their defense in the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft, but what if they add to their offense? NFL analyst Bucky Brooks mentioned the Bengals as one of the possible landing spots for Notre Dame star running back Jeremiyah Love.

Joe Flacco News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / February 3

Bengals Stars Welcome Joe Flacco Into 2026 Pro Bowl Games Festivities

Joe Flacco joined Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins for the Pro Bowl Games preparations on Monday afternoon. Cincinnati has that trio and Joe Burrow playing in the 2026 event happening tonight at 8 p.m.

Joe Flacco News / NFL on ClutchPoints / February 2

Bengals QB Joe Flacco pushes back on retirement talk

Joe Flacco made his thoughts on a potential retirement from the NFL very clear following the end of the Cincinnati Bengals’ 2025 campaign. Flacco completed his 18th year in the league, having represented seven teams in that span.

Joe Flacco News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / February 2

Joe Flacco Opens Up About His Top Priorities in Free Agency Decision

Joe Flacco is set to become a free agent in March. The veteran quarterback gave the Bengals life in the middle of the season after Joe Burrow suffered a serious toe injury that required surgery.

Ja'Marr Chase News / A to Z Sports / February 2

Cincinnati Bengals WR Ja'Marr Chase teases fans what is likely to come during 2026 Pro Bowl Games

The 2026 Pro Bowl Games will wrap up with a flag football exhibition featuring Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase and three of his Bengals teammates in quarterbacks Joe Burrow and Joe Flacco, and WR Tee Higgins.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Last Word On Sports / February 1

2026 Bengals Mock Offseason: Let’s Fix This Team

This offseason could be a turning point for the Cincinnati Bengals franchise. If you’re annoyed by the constant “Joe Burrow wants out of Cincinnati” blog posts and Tweets from the most clueless among us, imagine how much worse it’ll get if the Bengals don’t nail this offseason.

Cincinnati Bengals News / NFL on ClutchPoints / February 1

Bengals add son of former Buccaneers HC to offensive staff

The Cincinnati Bengals are currently in the process of trying to get back on track after three straight years of missing the playoffs. Injury concerns have continued to mount for quarterback Joe Burrow in recent years, and the Bengals’ defense has fallen apart, with plenty of blame to go around.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Yardbarker / January 31