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Former Pro Bowler Emerges as Potential Cap Casualty, Perfect Fit for Bengals

Dallas Cowboys defensive tackle Kenny Clark could be a cap casualty this offseason. The 30-year-old has a $21.5 million cap hit this season, which puts him and the Cowboys in a tough position.

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Bengals Free Agent Profile: Geno Stone

We're getting closer and closer to NFL free agency, and the Cincinnati Bengals have 16 players with expiring contracts. Who will re-sign with the team, and who will leave when the 2026 league year begins?

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / February 10

Cincinnati Bengals Outside NFL's Top 15 2026 Teams in Latest Power Rankings

FOX Sports dropped its post-Super Bowl NFL power rankings this week, and Cincinnati is right in the middle of the pack after another disappointing season in the Queen City.

Ja'Marr Chase News / A to Z Sports / February 10

Former All-Pro calls his shot way ahead of time for Bengals WR Ja'Marr Chase to earn prestigious honor he's due to win

Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase has been the most productive pass-catcher in the NFL since 2023 in terms of receptions and receiving yards.

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The 'Super Bowl MVPs' quiz

The Super Bowl MVP Award has been given out 60 times over 59 Super Bowls (Super Bowl XII had co-MVPs). How many can you name in six minutes?

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Joe Burrow News / Sneakers on SI / February 10

Joe Burrow Talks Fashion at ALO's Stylish Super Bowl Dinner

Super Bowl LX is in the books, and there were plenty of fashion statements made during the biggest night in sports. However, the most stylish looks were off the field at an invite-only dinner party celebrating the football season.

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The most awful NFL coaching jobs of all time

As franchises prepare wish lists for their next hires, numerous cautionary tales exist. Here are the worst head-coaching tenures since the 1970 merger.

Joe Flacco News / Athlon Sports / February 10

Bengals' Interest in Re-Signing Joe Flacco Revealed

The Cincinnati Bengals want to return to their 2021 form, when they made a Cinderella run to Super Bowl LVI. However, they know more than anyone that it takes a lot to get to the big game.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Football Analysis / February 10

3 Super Bowl LX Free Agents Bengals Should Keep a Close Eye On

K’Lavon Chaisson walked off the Levi’s Stadium field after Super Bowl LX having delivered exactly what his scouting report promised: relentless pressure, timely disruption, and proof that his late, career awakening in New England wasn’t a fluke.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / February 10

Bengals Part of Big Super Bowl LXI Exacta Bet As Focus Shifts To 2026 Season

Someone made a big longshot bet on a Super Bowl matchup involving the Bengals this week. Yahoo Sports betting analyst Ben Fawkes posted on X Monday afternoon that a DraftKings SportsBook bettor placed a $2,500 wager on a Super Bowl exacta of Cincinnati facing Dallas in Super Bowl LXI.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / February 9

Bengals Should Poach Former Pro Bowler From AFC North Rival in Free Agency

Former Browns tight end David Njoku announced he'll sign with a new team when free agency opens next month. The former Pro Bowler will be 30 in July. Couple that with the emergence of rookie tight end Harold Fannin Jr.

NFL News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / February 9

Adam 'Pacman' Jones, Joey Porter Debate Bengals-Steelers Rivalry During Super Bowl Week

The 2015 NFL Wild Card Round game between Pittsburgh and Cincinnati got some more fuel added to its fire over Super Bowl week. Former Bengals cornerback Adam "Pacman" Jones appeared on "Not Just Football" This week with former Steelers coach and linebacker Joey Porter.

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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 / A to Z Sports / February 9

Bengals find themselves back in the middle of a popular fan theory following Super Bowl LXI logo reveal

The end of one Super Bowl always introduces us to what's to come in a year's time when the next NFL championship arrives. Move aside Super Bowl LX. The logo for Super Bowl LXI, which will be played in Los Angeles, CA, is here in all its glory!

Trey Hendrickson News / Last Word On Sports / February 9

Bengals, Trey Hendrickson Contract Drama Could Continue Throughout Offseason; Trade Possible

Cincinnati Bengals edge defender Trey Hendrickson has been fighting for a long-term contract for years, and that battle could continue throughout the offseason.

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Joe Flacco News / NFLTradeRumors.co / February 9

Vikings, Steelers & Bengals Potential Options For Joe Flacco

Jeremy Fowler reports that the Bengals have discussed re-signing veteran QB Joe Flacco, who has also drawn interest from the Vikings and Steelers. Flacco wrapped up his 18th season in the NFL in 2025 and is just two years removed from his run with Cleveland, where he came out of retirement and helped them to the postseason.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / February 9

Bengals Select All SEC Defensive Players In Post Super Bowl LX Mock Draft

The Athletic's Nick Baumgardner dropped a new three-round mock draft for all 32 NFL teams Monday. To no one's surprise, Cincinnati leaned heavily on defense, making all three selections on that side of the ball.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / February 9

Key Date in Cincinnati Bengals' Offseason Calendar Officially One Month Away

It's a big offseason for the Bengals. If they're going to get back into Super Bowl contention, they need to upgrade multiple spots on defense. The Bengals can start contacting and negotiating with players once the NFL's legal tampering period begins on March 9—one month from today.

Joe Flacco News / Pro Football Rumors / February 9

Bengals Want To Re-Sign QB Joe Flacco

The Bengals will of course hope Joe Burrow manages to remain healthy in 2026. If the team is once again forced to rely on a backup next season, though, a familiar face could be in play.

Trey Hendrickson News / Yardbarker / February 9

Why Bengals, Hendrickson may be headed toward ugly contract standoff

Why Bengals, Trey Hendrickson may be headed toward ugly contract standoff

Last summer, the Cincinnati Bengals and Hendrickson agreed to a revised deal that gave him a raise for the 2025 season but offered him no guarantees beyond the campaign. Hendrickson also remained in the final year of his contract.

Joe Burrow makes feelings on Bengals future clear after previous comments

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Duke Tobin News / A to Z Sports / February 9

Super Bowl LX showcased why Duke Tobin needs to fulfill his desires for the Cincinnati Bengals this offseason

The Seattle Seahawks may've scored 29 points, but their defense was the main reason why they won Super Bowl LX. Seattle made New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye's life a living nightmare for four quarters, sacking him six times and holding him to -0.32 EPA/play.

Joe Burrow News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / February 9

Pro Football Hall Of Famer Makes Questionable Case Why Joe Burrow's Not An Elite Quarterback

Pro Football Hall of Fame running back Emmitt Smith made a head-scratching case for Patrick Mahomes as the only "elite" quarterback who missed out on the Super Bowl this past season.

Cincinnati Bengals News / A to Z Sports / February 9

Unfortunate record set by Bengals QB Joe Burrow was broken by Drake Maye during Patriot's Super Bowl LX loss

Joe Burrow survived a lot of hits during the 2021-22 postseason. He nearly led the Cincinnati Bengals to their first Super Bowl despite being sacked 19 times in their four playoff games, including their 23-20 loss to the Los Angeles Rams in Super Bowl LVI.

Trey Hendrickson News / Pro Football Rumors / February 8

Bengals Could Tag DE Trey Hendrickson

When after months (technically years) of drama over Bengals defensive end Trey Hendrickson‘s contract situation in Cincinnati ended with a one-year agreement, it seemed the saga would finally end with Hendrickson hitting free agency at the conclusion of the season.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Larry Brown Sports / February 8