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Bengals’ Zac Taylor’s instant reaction to bizarre win over Steelers

The Cincinnati Bengals scored a huge win Thursday night, with their new quarterback delivering a vintage performance to top Aaron Rodgers and the Pittsburgh Steelers, 33-31, at Paycor Stadium in Cincinnati.

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The Quiz of the Day

The 'Oldest starting QB by NFL team' quiz

How many of the oldest quarterbacks to start a game for every NFL franchise can you name in five minutes?

The 'Active NFL passing leaders' quiz

The 'Four NFL passing-touchdown game leaders' quiz

The 'Most touchdown passes by NFL franchise' quiz

NFL News / Yardbarker

The most regrettable NFL coach firings of all time

Many teams have made missteps regarding a separation from a head coach or coordinator. Some have been straight firings, others de facto dismissals described as mutual separations.

NFL News / Field Level Media / October 17

Joe Flacco outplays Aaron Rodgers as Bengals edge Steelers

CINCINNATI -- Aaron Rodgers vs. Joe Flacco didn't disappoint in the fourth-ever matchup of 40-year-old NFL quarterbacks. Evan McPherson's fourth field goal, from 36 yards with seven seconds remaining, lifted the Cincinnati Bengals past the Pittsburgh Steelers 33-31 on Thursday night.

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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.

Arch Manning salvages season with Red River Rivalry win

Manning taunted Oklahoma fans

Bijan Robinson has a simple message for Texas QB Manning

Ty Simpson has Heisman moment in road win at No. 14 Missouri

Penn State QB Drew Allar's season comes to an end after injury

Ja'Marr Chase News / Athlon Sports / October 16

NFL Makes Ja'Marr Chase Announcement During Bengals-Steelers

Ja’Marr Chase is having another big year for the Cincinnati Bengals. Despite the injury to star quarterback Joe Burrow, Chase has been a steady force on offense for Cincinnati early in the season.

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The 'Oldest starting QB by NFL team' quiz

The '2024 TD catch leaders by team' quiz

The 'NFL total touchdown pass leaders' quiz

The 'NFL 250-passing-yard game leaders' quiz

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 17

Mike Tomlin set poor tone for Steelers days before loss

Mike Tomlin set poor tone for Steelers days before stunning loss to Joe Flacco, Bengals

Tomlin helped set the tone for the loss three days before they even played the game.

'TNF' takeaways: Unstoppable Joe Flacco stuns Steelers, saves Bengals season

'It doesn't make sense to me': Why Steelers coach Mike Tomlin is confused by Joe Flacco trade

Bengals considered a dozen QBs before acquiring Joe Flacco from Browns

The most regrettable NFL coach firings of all time

The '2025 Week 1 NFL head coaches' quiz

Cincinnati Bengals News / Stripe Hype / October 16

Bengals CB DJ Turner made a physics-defying INT that stole DK Metcalf's soul

The Cincinnati Bengals needed something of a miracle to get their season back on track in the wake of Joe Burrow's injury. Apparently, his presence on the sidelines and the rallying players on the field sparked something on Thursday against the Pittsburgh Steelers.

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 17

'TNF': Joe Flacco stuns Steelers, saves Bengals season

'TNF' takeaways: Unstoppable Joe Flacco stuns Steelers, saves Bengals season

Flacco was able to settle in and absolutely carved up a Steelers defense.

Mike Tomlin set poor tone for Steelers days before stunning loss to Bengals

Steelers get flagged for a false start on their 'tush push' attempt

Courtland Sutton shares how he honors Demaryius Thomas

Broncos star gives Giants' Jaxson Dart bulletin-board material ahead of Week 7

Desperate Commanders take chance on former first-round bust

NFL Week 7 Underdog Report: Browns and Eagles favored despite poor play

NFL News / Gridiron Heroics / October 16

'It doesn't make sense to me': Mike Tomlin confused by Joe Flacco trade

'It doesn't make sense to me': Why Steelers coach Mike Tomlin is confused by Joe Flacco trade

Tomlin’s concerns reflect broader issues within the Browns organization.

Bengals' Joe Flacco has theory about controversial trade comments from Steelers' Mike Tomlin

How Steelers' Aaron Rodgers, Arthur Smith 'hit it off' after concerns

Reeling AFC team pitched former Raider to unretire

25 NFL players who could retire after the 2025 season

The 'Most starts by an NFL quarterback' quiz

Joe Burrow News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / October 16

Joe Burrow Health Update as Bengals Star Returns to Sideline for Thursday Night Football

Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow will be on the sideline for Thursday night's primetime matchup with the Steelers. It's the first time the 28-year-old will be with the team for a game since undergoing toe surgery last month.

Cincinnati Bengals News / EasySportz / October 16

With Gesicki and Hudson Out, Bengals TE Noah Fant in Line for Bigger Role

Injuries open the door for Fant to see steady volume on Thursday Night Football. The Bengals’ tight end room is running thin, and that could make Noah Fant one of the most important players on the field Thursday night against the Pittsburgh Steelers.

Zac Taylor News / Stripe Hype / October 16

Zac Taylor just opened a can of worms with shocking Bengals decision

As the Cincinnati Bengals made the final preparations for their Week 7 matchup with the Pittsburgh Steelers on Thursday night, some truly stunning news broke before kickoff.

Cam Taylor-Britt News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 16

Bengals CB Cam Taylor-Britt A Healthy Scratch Ahead Of Thursday’s Game

Bengals CB Cam Taylor-Britt is a surprise inactive ahead of Thursday night’s game against the Steelers in what is called a coach’s decision. Bengals DC Al Golden said that Taylor-Britt has to pay more attention to detail and reiterated that he has the talent to be great player, via Jay Morrison.

Lucas Patrick News / Pro Football Rumors / October 16

Bengals get OL reinforcement ahead of 'TNF' matchup

The Bengals will be getting some offensive line reinforcement for tonight’s matchup with the Steelers.

25 NFL players who could retire after the 2025 season

The '2023 NFL starting quarterbacks' quiz

Cincinnati Bengals News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 16

Bengals Elevating DE Isaiah Foskey, Activating G Lucas Patrick From IR

NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport reports the Bengals are elevating DE Isaiah Foskey from the practice squad to the active roster for Week 7 against the Steelers.

Trey Hendrickson News / Field Level Media / October 16

Report: Bengals DE Trey Hendrickson likely out vs. Steelers

All-Pro defensive end Trey Hendrickson is not expected to play Thursday when his Cincinnati Bengals host the Pittsburgh Steelers, NFL Network reported.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Yardbarker / October 16

Bengals considered a dozen QBs before acquiring Flacco

Bengals considered a dozen QBs before acquiring Joe Flacco from Browns

NFL insider Albert Breer of Sports Illustrated revealed that the Bengals compiled a long list of options for a temporary fill-in for Joe Burrow.

Teams taking QB No. 1 overall should make coaching change as well

Courtland Sutton shares how he honors Demaryius Thomas

Broncos' star gives Giants' Jaxson Dart bulletin-board material ahead of Week 7

Desperate Commanders take chance on former first-round bust

NFL Week 7 Underdog Report: Browns and Eagles favored despite poor play

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / October 16

Andrew Whitworth Reveals Message He Gave Joe Burrow After Latest Injury

Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow suffered a grade 3 turf toe injury that required surgery last month. The 28-year-old is expected to be out until at least December with the injury.