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On YouTubeCincinnati Bengals News / A to Z Sports / May 4
NFL analyst reveals key ingredient for Bengals becoming a winning team again in 2026 and they don’t have to lift a finger
The Cincinnati Bengals will have a much easier schedule in the 2026 season than they did last year when looking at projected win totals of their upcoming opponents.
Dexter Lawrence News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / May 4
NFL Executives Praise Bengals 2026 Draft Haul, Traded Pick For Dexter Lawrence
The Athletic's Mike Sando canvassed the NFL executive pool recently to see what they thought of the Cincinnati Bengals 2026 draft haul. Cincinnati's move to trade for Dexter Lawrence instead of making a pick at No.
Myles Murphy News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / May 4
Myles Murphy Breaks Silence on Future After Bengals Decline Fifth-Year Option
The Bengals declined their fifth-year option on edge rusher Myles Murphy last week. The option would've cost Cincinnati $14.465 million in 2027. Despite the decision, Murphy is hopeful that Cincinnati will remain his home for years to come.
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?
NFL News / Yardbarker / May 4
DeAndre Hopkins explains why he wants to play with Joe Burrow
Hopkins is on the hunt for a new team.
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.
Cincinnati Bengals 2026 Schedule One of NFL's Easiest by Projected Betting Win Totals
The 2026 NFL win total strength of schedule projections are live from Warren Sharp. The NFL analyst and handicapper released his projections for the 2026 season, using projected betting win totals for each team's opponents.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Bengals Receive Head-Scratching Defensive Ranking After Successful Offseason
The Cincinnati Bengals have had one of the worst defenses in the league for the last few seasons, so they made a big effort to improve that unit this offseason.
Bengals Landed Potential Impact Maker in Round 7 of NFL Draft
The Cincinnati Bengals entered a very crucial offseason this year. They have a few stars on their roster in the middle of their primes, but the defense has been so bad that they haven't been able to contend for a Super Bowl in a few years.
NFL News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / May 1
2026 Bengals One Of Five Teams Compared to Reigning NFL Champion Seahawks
NFL.com's Tom Blair canvassed the NFL to try to find another plausible dark horse Super Bowl candidate, like the reigning champion Seahawks, and the Bengals just made the cut.
Cincinnati Bengals News / A to Z Sports / May 1
The NFL is leaning toward granting the Cincinnati Bengals an honor they’ve never received before
Cincinnati has the “inside track” in hosting the 2029 NFL Draft according to a report from Sports Business Journal. Nothing is official yet, but this is good news for the Bengals.
City of Cincinnati in The Mix to Host The NFL Draft in Near Future
The 2029 NFL Draft may be coming to the Queen City! The Sports Business Journal's Ben Fischer reported the city has the inside track on landing the big event.
Myles Murphy News / Field Level Media / April 30
Fifth-year options roundup: Bengals decline Myles Murphy
Bengals defensive end Myles Murphy remains in the plans for Cincinnati's rebuilt defense, but the franchise passed on the fifth-year option in his contract for the 2027 season.
Myles Murphy News / Pro Football Rumors / April 30
Bengals To Decline Myles Murphy’s Fifth-Year Option
The Bengals are not picking up defensive end Myles Murphy‘s fifth-year option, Kelsey Conway of the Cincinnati Enquirer reports. Murphy is now on track to reach free agency next year, though the Bengals hope to extend him before then, per Conway.
NFL News / Yardbarker / April 29
Giants may not be done replacing Dexter Lawrence II despite Shelby Harris news
For weeks, the New York Giants had been expected to sign a veteran defensive tackle after the club traded Dexter Lawrence II to the Cincinnati Bengals. And they have.
NFL News / Yardbarker / April 28
Bengals' Duke Tobin expands on trading 10th pick in 2026 NFL Draft for Dexter Lawrence II
The Bengals' de facto GM Duke Tobin expanded on why he was comfortable with giving up the 10th pick in the NFL Draft to land DT Dexter Lawrence II.
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