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On YouTubeTrey Hendrickson News / A to Z Sports / March 1
Trey Hendrickson franchise tag? NFL insider reports Bengals are leaning one way more than the other
The Cincinnati Bengals have until Mar. 3 at 4:00 p.m. ET to place the franchise tag on defensive end Trey Hendrickson. Odds are looking like Hendrickson will not be tagged, according to ESPN NFL insider Jeremy Fowler.
Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / March 1
Bengals Could Make Splash on Defense by Signing $30 Million Pro Bowl Defender
The Cincinnati Bengals need to upgrade their defense in a big way this offseason. There's no other way around it. Defense proved to be the leading factor in building a Super Bowl roster, as the Denver Broncos, Houston Texans, Seattle Seahawks, and many others surged into the playoffs led by their stout defenses.
Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / March 1
Cincinnati Bengals Draft Option Deemed Analyst's 'Strongest' Edge Prospect Ever
Rueben Bain was the talk of the town this week for his outlier small arm length, but the tape is the tape, and it's the biggest reason few other edge rushers in this class are considered better.
The 'Last 1K-rushing-yard season by team' quiz
How many of the players to last tally 1,000 or more rushing yards in a season for every NFL franchise can you name in five minutes?
Who is the best all-time defensive back for every NFL franchise?
As NFL rules have changed, defensive backs' job descriptions have transitioned. Here is our best attempt at identifying the premier DB performer in each NFL franchise's history.
Cincinnati Bengals News / NFLTradeRumors.co / March 1
Bengals 2026 Offseason: Team Needs, Pending FAs, Draft Picks & More
Projected Cap Space: $43.3 million Draft Picks: 7 1st (No. 10) 2nd (No. 41) 3rd (No. 72) 4th (No. 110) 6th (No. 187) 6th (No. 197, DET) 7th (No. 226) Notable
Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / February 28
Bengals Drawing Major NFL Draft Buzz for Superstar Defender
The Cincinnati Bengals need to put together the perfect offseason this year if they want to put a contending team on the field next year. The offense has been one of the best units in the league when Joe Burrow is healthy, but the defense has struggled so much that it doesn't matter.
Vonn Bell News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / February 28
Former Bengals Standout Vonn Bell Lands First College Coaching Job
Former Bengals safety Vonn Bell has a new job. The veteran announced that he's now the safeties coach at Colorado under head coach Deion Sanders. Bell served as a defensive analyst for the Buffaloes in 2025 while waiting for an NFL opportunity.
Ohio State Buckeyes News / Yardbarker / February 28
What future NFL prospects can learn from Arvell Reese, Joe Burrow
There are plenty of examples of players who turned patience into NFL money.
NFL News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / February 28
Patriots Reportedly Targeting Key Bengals Pass Rusher in Free Agency
The Cincinnati Bengals need to be aggressive in free agency this offseason as they look to upgrade their offensive line and the entire defense. The Bengals desperately need to add a few starters across the defensive line, specifically at edge rusher.
The 25 greatest NFL players who never made a Pro Bowl
Let’s take a look at some of the biggest and most recognizable names that never were voted into or played in the Pro Bowl.
Joe Burrow News / Trade Talk Sports / February 28
No Credible Sources Saying Joe Burrow Leaving Bengals
There’s no credible indication that Joe Burrow is actually leaving the Cincinnati Bengals, despite a recent report that quotes an NFL executive suggesting there will be some action in that regard.
Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / February 28
Star Free Agent Defender Named Top Projected Free-Agent Signing For Bengals
The Bengals are in the market for help at the edge rusher position this offseason, and ESPN contributor Aaron Schatz thinks they should go after Chargers free-agent edge rusher Odafe Oweh.
Cincinnati Bengals News / Gridiron Heroics / February 28
'He’s Not That Anymore': Bengals Predicted to Reunite With Explosive Former DT
The Cincinnati Bengals are being linked to a potential reunion with former defensive tackle D.J. Reader as the 2026 NFL offseason approaches, with projections naming the veteran lineman among the top available players.
Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / February 28
2026 NFL Draft Falling Into Place for Bengals to Address Critical Weakness
The Cincinnati Bengals have a lot of holes to plug on defense, which isn't a good sign as the offseason begins. The offense is so good and so talented that the Bengals don't need to build a smothering defense to contend for a Super Bowl.
Joseph Ossai News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / February 27
Bengals Predicted to Lose Joseph Ossai to Hated AFC North Rival
The Cincinnati Bengals defense has been the team's achillies heel for the last few years, but this offseason, the Bengals are in the perfect position to rebuild the unit from the ground up.
Dalton Risner News / NFLTradeRumors.co / February 27
AFC Notes: Dalton Risner, Nnamdi Madubuike, Bengals, Browns, Ravens
Bengals veteran G Dalton Risner is set to be an unrestricted free agent. Cincinnati director of player personnel Duke Tobin said Risner fit well into their
NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / February 27
AFC Notes: Trey Hendrickson, Shedeur Sanders, Bengals, Browns, Ravens
Bengals DE Trey Hendrickson seems bound to sign with a new team this offseason after last year’s contract dispute. When asked if it’s possible to tag and trade Hendrickson, director of player personnel Duke Tobin said anything is on the table. “I don’t throw anything on or off the table with Trey, and we’re excited about attacking this offseason.
Trey Hendrickson News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / February 27
Bengals Predicted to Sign Broncos $15 Million Defender to Fix Major Need
The story of the Cincinnati Bengals offseason revolves around the defense and free agent Trey Hendrickson. Hendrickson and the Bengals seem like a divorced couple at this point.
Cincinnati Bengals News / A to Z Sports / February 27
Latest NFL news helps make an easy offseason decision for the Bengals even easier when the time comes to act
The NFL has revealed the 2026 salary cap to be $301.2 million, an increase of $22 million from last year. This confirms the Cincinnati Bengals will have just over $50 million in offseason salary cap space.
Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / February 27
Latest Deal Sets Market for Bengals Veteran Ahead of Free Agency
The Cincinnati Bengals have a lot of storylines to follow this offseason. They will likely lose Trey Hendrickson in free agency, but they have the chance to franchise tag him.
Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / February 27
NFL Finalizes 2026 Salary Cap, Bengals Primed With Space
The NFL salary cap is taking another big leap from 2025 to 2026. Figures released from the league show the cap rising to $301.2 million for each team, a $22 million increase from last season and nearly a $100 million increase from the 2022 number.
Joe Burrow News / Yardbarker / February 28
Bombshell report emerges about if Joe Burrow could look to leave Bengals
Questions about the long-term future of Burrow arose when he first mentioned this past December that he needed "to have fun [playing] again."
Cincinnati Bengals News / A to Z Sports / February 26
Leaked NFLPA report cards reveal Bengals are no close to solving glaring problems that have existed for years
The NFLPA report cards can no longer be officially publicized after the NFL won their grievance, but that can't stop the media from leaking them to the public.
Cincinnati Bengals News / Yardbarker / February 25
Bengals' Duke Tobin seems to respond to Trey Hendrickson franchise-tag rumors
A report from earlier in February mentioned that the Cincinnati Bengals could use the franchise tag to retain the rights to pass-rusher Trey Hendrickson in order to receive draft-pick compensation from a different club for Hendrickson's services.
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