Cincinnati Bengals: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Trey Hendrickson News / NFLTradeRumors.co / February 8

Bengals Haven’t Ruled Out Franchising Trey Hendrickson

According to NFL Media’s Mike Garafolo, the Bengals have not internally ruled out the idea of placing the franchise tag on DE Trey Hendrickson. Garafolo

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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.

Andrew Whitworth News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / February 8

Bengals Legend Andrew Whitworth Had Hilarious Ritual Before Dates in College

Have you ever had a routine you would go through before a date? Well, I can promise you it is nothing compared to what Bengals legend Andrew Whitworth did before dates in college.

Cincinnati Bengals News / A to Z Sports / February 8

Tony Dungy's immense praise of Bengals assistant coach gives Cincinnati something new to think about

Troy Walters decided to stay as the wide receivers coach for the Cincinnati Bengals after turning down an interview for the Chicago Bears offensive coordinator vacancy.

Trey Hendrickson News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / February 7

Multiple Teams Expected to Chase Bengals All-Pro Trey Hendrickson in Free Agency

Bengals star defensive end Trey Hendricklson isn't expected to return to Cincinnati next season according to ESPN's Jeremy Fowler. That shouldn't surprise many people.

Joe Flacco News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / February 7

Cincinnati Bengals Could Have AFC North Competition To Sign Joe Flacco

The Bengals may have competition for Joe Flacco's services this offseason from within the AFC North. They traded for him during the 2025 season from Cleveland, and ESPN's Jeremy Fowler noted Pittsburgh liked his profile last offseason before he signed with the Browns.

Ja'Marr Chase News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / February 7

Ja'Marr Chase Asks NFL 2026 Bengals Scheduling Question On Stars' Minds

The Bengals' stars clearly want to play a game overseas this coming season. Joe Burrow has talked about that being something he'd love to do in his career multiple times in the past, and Ja'Marr Chase joined the chorus this weekend.

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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 7

Joe Brady Makes Bold Admission About Coaching Joe Burrow and Ja'Marr Chase at LSU

You would be hard pressed to find someone who has as much respect for Joe Burrow and Ja'Marr Chase as new Bills head coach Joe Brady. During a sitdown

Amarius Mims News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / February 7

Cincinnati Bengals Youth Checkup: Amarius Mims

The Bengals have not had much success drafting offensive linemen over the past 15 years, but 2024 first-round pick Amarius Mims is trying to change that.

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Ja'Marr Chase News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / February 6

Seahawks Star Wins Offensive Player Of The Year With Lower Numbers Than Ja'Marr Chase's Triple Crown Season

A lot of Bengals fans are not happy about the voting results for Offensive Player of the Year this season compared to the 2024 season. Ja'Marr Chase won the receiving Triple Crown that year as the league leader in receiving yards, touchdowns, and catches, but didn't receive a single first-place OPOY vote en route to a third-place finish.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / February 6

Key Bengals Front Office Executive Linked to Vikings General Manager Opening

Bengals assistant general manager Trey Brown was mentioned as a possible candidate for the Vikings general manager job according to Alec Lewis of The Athletic.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / February 6

Why Jim Schwartz Resigning Could Have Major Impact on Joe Burrow and the Bengals

Browns defensive coordinator Jim Schwartz resigned from his position on Friday and won't coach during the 2026 season according to multiple reports including Ian Rapoport of NFL Network.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / February 6

Chances Surface For Each Top Bengals NFL Draft Target To Be Available At Pick 10

The Bengals have been closely tied to a few big-time players in mock drafts so far this draft cycle, but how likely are each of the top prospects to be available at Pick 10?

Joe Flacco News / NFLTradeRumors.co / February 6

Joe Flacco Doesn’t Want To ‘Just Sign With Anybody’ In 2026

After a wild 2025 season that saw him go from the Browns’ Week 1 starter to filling in for injured Bengals QB Joe Burrow, veteran QB Joe Flacco is set to be a free agent again this offseason.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / February 6

Willie Anderson Shares Honest Reaction After Hall of Fame Snub

Bengals legend Willie Anderson came up short in his quest to make the Pro Football Hall of Fame. Anderson was a finalist for the 2026 class and finished in the top seven vote getters.

Ja'Marr Chase News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / February 6

Ja'Marr Chase Notes Major Milestone He'd Give Up For A Super Bowl

Ja'Marr Chase had some quick answers ready while fielding questions from Overtime this week about his old LSU Tigers National Championship team. The Bengals star wide receiver loves that title, but he'd trade it for a Super Bowl in a heartbeat.

Cincinnati Bengals News / A to Z Sports / February 6

Bengals legends end up on the wrong side of Pro Football Hall of Fame history at no fault of their own

Like it's been for 27 of the last 29 years, there will not be any former Cincinnati Bengals players enshrined into the Pro Football Hall of Fame this year.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / February 5

Cincinnati Bengals Legends' 2026 Pro Football Hall Of Fame Status Revealed

The Pro Football Hall of Fame Class of 2026 is official. A Bengal won't be getting enshrined in August. Former right tackle Willie Anderson and fellow legend Ken Anderson did not hit the required vote mark in the senior category.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / February 5

Cincinnati Bengals Legend Willie Anderson Gives Fans Hint About Possible Hall of Fame News

For anyone hoping that Bengals legend Willie Anderson would finally get into the Pro Football Hall of Fame this year, don't hold your breath. It sounds like Anderson's wait is going to continue.

Eric Henderson News / Pro Football Rumors / February 5

Commanders To Hire Eric Henderson As Defensive Run Game Coordinator/DL Coach

The Commanders’ defensive staff under new coordinator Daronte Jones is continuing to take shape. USC co-defensive coordinator Eric Henderson is set to join Washington as their defensive line coach/run game coordinator, per ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler.

NFL News / Yardbarker / February 4

Joe Flacco is annoyed by NFL's roughing the passer calls

Aside from the 6-foot-6 frame and $100-plus million, quarterback Joe Flacco is just like us.

Joe Burrow makes feelings on Bengals future clear after previous comments

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Cincinnati Bengals News / Gridiron Heroics / February 4

Bengals Predicted to ‘Create One of the Better Cornerback Tandems’ in NFL in 2026

The Cincinnati Bengals are being linked to Jaylen Watson as they prepare for an important offseason overhaul on defense. Projection models and league analysts suggest Watson would pair well with DJ Turner to form one of the better cornerback tandems in football for 2026.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Yardbarker / February 4

Joe Burrow makes feelings on Bengals future clear after previous comments

Burrow raised eyebrows around the NFL world with comments he made in December regarding his state of mind amid another injury-riddled, lost season in Cincinnati.

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

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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.