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Cincinnati Bengals Name Starting Quarterback For Week 12 Game

In a move that feels like a parent telling their kid they can’t have dessert before dinner, the Cincinnati Bengals have decided to keep Quarterback Joe Burrow on the sidelines for this Sunday’s clash against the New England Patriots.

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The 'Active 300-passing-yard game leaders' quiz

How many of the active NFL quarterbacks to rack up at least 300 yards through the air in a game 10 or more times?

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Joe Burrow News / NFLTradeRumors.co / November 22

Bengals QB Joe Burrow Ruled Out Against Patriots

Dianna Russini reports that the Bengals decided on Friday to start QB Joe Flacco and hold out QB Joe Burrow until their game on Thanksgiving. Burrow will remain on injured reserve, two months removed from surgery to repair Grade 3 turf toe.

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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.

Mike Gesicki News / Pro Football Rumors / November 21

Bengals activate TE Mike Gesicki from IR

On Wednesday, Mike Gesicki returned to practice. No setbacks have taken place since, and the veteran tight end is set to suit up this week as a result.

20 NFL players who were one-season wonders

The '500 passing yard NFL games' quiz

NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / November 21

Bengals make multiple roster moves for Patriots clash

The Cincinnati Bengals are set to take on the New England Patriots in Week 12, as the organization aims to advance to a 4-7 record on the season. Leading up to the contest, the coaching staff decided to make several changes to the roster.

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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'

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Cincinnati Bengals News / The Lead / November 21

Last-Minute Fantasy Football Week 12 Waiver Wire Adds

The waiver wire is slim pickings at this point of the year, particularly under our ownership standards. We have had some stellar standouts in our previous waiver wire adds, from Rico Dowdle to Sam Darnold, to Harold Fannin Jr., and more recently with Joe Flacco, Alec Pierce and Juwan Johnson.

Joe Burrow News / Field Level Media / November 21

Bengals QB Joe Burrow questionable to play Sunday vs. New England

Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow might be ready to play Sunday in a surprise early return two months after surgery for a turf toe injury. Burrow was able to participate in practice Friday for the third consecutive day while avoiding setbacks reintroducing his recovered foot to increased intensity on the field.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Last Word On Sports / November 21

3 Surprise Standouts for the Cincinnati Bengals

The Cincinnati Bengals received some good news this week when franchise quarterback Joe Burrow returned as a full participant in practice. While this is certainly a positive development, it still can’t hide how disappointing a season this has been in every facet for the orange and black.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Yardbarker / November 21

Bengals' Zac Taylor gives huge Joe Burrow update for Patriots game

This past Wednesday, Burrow was listed as a full practice participant for the first time since he had surgery to repair the toe injury he suffered in Week 2 of the season.

Bengals HC Zac Taylor leaves the door open for Joe Burrow return in Week 12 against Patriots

Bengals' Joe Flacco opens up about harsh reality regarding return of Joe Burrow

Will Bengals QB Joe Burrow return in Week 12 vs. Patriots?

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The 'Active 300-passing-yard game leaders' quiz

Mike Brown News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / November 21

Former Cincinnati Bengals Head Coach Marvin Lewis is Returning to Paycor Stadium

CINCINNATI – Former Cincinnati Bengals head coach Marvin Lewis will be in team owner Mike Brown’s corner office today at Paycor Stadium. But the two won’t be discussing any sort of new role with the team.

Joe Flacco News / Total Apex Sports / November 20

Cincinnati Bengals Quarterback Joe Flacco Looking Forward To An Opportunity In 2026

Just when you think you have all the answers, the NFL changes the questions. That’s the beauty of this league, isn’t it? One minute, a guy is sitting on his couch.

NFL News / Yardbarker / November 20