Cincinnati Bengals: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Cincinnati Bengals News / Yardbarker / November 19

Does Burrow plan to return this season despite Bengals' record?

Does Joe Burrow plan to return this season despite Bengals' record?

Burrow hasn't played since he had surgery to repair a toe injury he suffered in Week 2.

Ja'Marr Chase suspension could prove costly for struggling Bengals

Steelers get worrisome Aaron Rodgers injury update

Former QB discusses if Steelers' Aaron Rodgers can play through wrist injury

The most notable single-season declines in NFL history

The '500 passing yard NFL games' quiz

Shemar Stewart News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / November 19

Shemar Stewart Graded As NFL's Worst 2025 First-Round Pick, NFL Edge Rusher

Shemar Stewart's rookie season in Cincinnati can't be going much worse. He held out all offseason and has played in just five games due to injury. Those games have brought out abysmal showings from Stewart outside of the opening week win over Cleveland.

NFL News / Gridiron Heroics / November 19

'You Cannot Spit on Another Man': Skip Bayless Didn’t Hold Back on Ja’Marr Chase’s Disgusting Gesture

Skip Bayless has never been one to mince words, and his latest comments about Ja’Marr Chase’s spitting incident were no exception. The veteran sports analyst fiercely condemned the Cincinnati Bengals star after he was caught on video spitting at Pittsburgh Steelers cornerback Jalen Ramsey during a heated Week 11 matchup.

Buffalo Bills News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'NFL QB rushing TD leaders' quiz

How many of the NFL quarterbacks with at least 28 rushing touchdowns in their career can you name in five minutes? Good luck!

The 'NFL 200-touchdown-pass Club' quiz

The 'NFL 4,500-passing yard seasons' quiz

The 'Two passing and rushing touchdowns NFL games' quiz

Ja'Marr Chase News / Field Level Media / November 19

One-game ban for Bengals' Ja'Marr Chase upheld on appeal

Cincinnati Bengals receiver Ja'Marr Chase will serve a one-game suspension for spitting on an opponent after his appeal was denied on Tuesday. The punishment stems from Chase's actions involving Steelers defensive back Jalen Ramsey in a game that Pittsburgh won 34-12.

College Football News / Yardbarker

College players whose NFL draft stock has risen the most this season

NFL draft stock is fluid from the start of the college football season until it concludes. These 20 players have risen up draft boards in 2025 as a result of their strong start to the season.

Cincinnati Bengals News / NFL on ClutchPoints / November 18

Bengals’ Ja’Marr Chase hit with brutal $507,000 setback after failed suspension appeal

Cincinnati Bengals star receiver Ja’Marr Chase was suspended one game for spitting at Pittsburgh Steelers cornerback Jalen Ramsey. However, Chase disagreed with the punishment.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Yardbarker / November 18

NFL's decision on Ja'Marr Chase suspension was the right call

The NFL has heard the arguments from Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase regarding his spitting incident against the Pittsburgh Steelers. It did not buy what he was trying to sell. Nor should it have.

Chase suspension could prove costly for struggling Bengals

Who are the best first-round draft picks for every NFL team?

The '100 receiving-yards-per-game NFL seasons' quiz

Noah Fant News / Stadium Rant / November 18

3 Bengals Vs Steelers Week 11 Fantasy Takeaways

The Cincinnati Bengals dropped a 34-12 loss in their week 11 matchup with the Pittsburgh Steelers in what was a tense contest. Among the ejections, interceptions,

Cincinnati Bengals News / Stripe Hype / November 18

Bengals draft pick could be forcing a tough decision at cornerback

Doesn't take a football guru to know that the Cincinnati Bengals are a borderline joke at talent evaluation. Their drafting over the last half-decade or so is among the worst in the NFL.

NFL News / Yardbarker

2026 first-round NFL mock draft: Three QBs in the top 10

With the month of September in the books, both the top college prospects and 2026 NFL draft order are coming into focus. Here's a look at our latest first-round NFL mock draft as of October 13, 2025.

NFL Draft intel: Five prospects on the rise — including Ole Miss' Trinidad Chambliss

Preseason evaluations of Garrett Nussmeier, Cade Klubnik were a huge miss for NFL Draft 'experts'

Cincinnati Bengals News / A to Z Sports / November 18

Cincinnati Bengals completely overhaul the Al Golden defense, go back to controversial pipeline in latest 3-round mock draft

The Cincinnati Bengals feel like an NFL organization in serious need of a new identity. Head coach Zac Taylor has had a lot of success during his tenure, but he has slowly lost his grip on the trajectory of this team.

Zac Taylor News / Stripe Hype / November 18

Zac Taylor in public denial of reality regarding Bengals' most obvious flaw

Cincinnati Bengals head coach Zac Taylor has one of the toughest gigs in the NFL. While the rest of the franchise's brain trust hides for the season and refuses to face the media, Taylor is taking all the critical volleys from local and national press alike.

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The 'NFL QB rushing TD leaders' quiz

The 'NFL yearly tackles-for-loss leaders' quiz

The 'Men's Final Four hosts since 2000' quiz

The 'Most TD catches by NFL tight ends' quiz

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / November 18

Report: Bengals, Paycor Stadium to Host High School Playoff Game Between Powers St. Xavier and Elder

CINCINNATI – There will be a playoff game at Paycor Stadium this season after all. Per multiple reports, Friday’s Division I Region 4 championship game between the Elder Panthers and St.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / November 18

Cincinnati Bengals Announce Uniform Combination for Sunday's Game Against New England Patriots

CINCINNATI – The Cincinnati Bengals have announced the uniform combination for Sunday’s game against the New England Patriots at Paycor Stadium. The Bengals will wear black jerseys, white pants with orange stripes and orange socks.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / November 18

2026 NFL Draft Order: Cincinnati Bengals in Position to Get Top 10 Pick

The Bengals are 3-7 on the season and have lost seven of their last eight games. They're 1-7 with Joe Burrow sidelined. Naturally, plenty of fans start thinking about the draft.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / November 18

Could Bengals' D Join Tiny List of Teams That Finished Last in Rushing Yards, Passing Yards and Points Allowed?

CINCINNATI – The Cincinnati Bengals set one NFL record Sunday and tied two more in their 34-12 loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers. By giving up at least 27 points in their ninth consecutive game, the Bengals tied for the 2020 Los Angeles Chargers for the longest such streak in NFL history.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / November 18

Bengals Pass on Defense With Top-10 Pick in Latest Mock Draft

We are quickly approaching mock draft season early for the Bengals. The team is 3-7 and has a strong chance to earn a top-10 pick for the second time in the Joe Burrow era.

Dylan Fairchild News / Last Word On Sports / November 18

Dylan Fairchild Remains a Bright Spot for the Cincinnati Bengals

The Cincinnati Bengals were an embarrassment once again in losing to the Pittsburgh Steelers 34-12 and essentially ending their season in Week 11. Offensively, Joe Flacco and company couldn’t get into a consistent rhythm as Ja’Marr Chase and Tee Higgins had quiet statistical outputs.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Stripe Hype / November 18

False positive narrative about Bengals' defense makes future even bleaker

The Cincinnati Bengals are a 3-7 football team in the aftermath of Sunday's 34-12 loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers, and their defense has earned every bit of that mark.

Zac Taylor News / A to Z Sports / November 18

Zac Taylor reveals one former starter may've taken his last snap for the Bengals

Another defeat for the Cincinnati Bengals comes another week of new injuries as well. Defensive end Trey Hendrickson didn't even play in Sunday's loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers and he's still "doubtful" to play this week against the New England Patriots according to Zac Taylor.

Joe Burrow News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / November 18

Bengals Share More Details About Plan for Joe Burrow's Return After Loss to Steelers

Bengals head coach Zac Taylor shared the latest on Joe Burrow's recovery on Monday. Burrow, 28, returned to practice last week after undergoing toe surgery in September.

Ja'Marr Chase News / Athlon Sports / November 17

Fantasy Football Reaction: NFL Suspends Bengals WR Ja'Marr Chase for Alleged Spitting Incident

A day after Pittsburgh Steelers defensive back Jalen Ramsey was ejected for throwing a punch at Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase, the NFL suspended the wideout for one game for his role in the incident.

NFL News / Yardbarker / November 18