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Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / August 22

Old Meets Young as 40-Year-Old QB Josh Johnson Connects with Youngsters Dohnte Meyers, Colbie Young in Bengals Win

The Cincinnati Bengals scored a generational win Saturday night in their second preseason game, defeating the Chicago Bears 27-9 at Paycor Stadium. Forty-year-old

Cincinnati Bengals News / A to Z Sports / August 23

Bengals confirm they have both a good and bad problem to solve before the regular season arrives

The Cincinnati Bengals have problems with two of the most important position groups on the roster. Luckily, only one problem is concerning. The Cincinnati Bengals have a winning preseason record for the first time in Zac Taylor’s tenure following their 27-9 win over the Chicago Bears.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / August 22

Zac Taylor Details Cashius Howell Absence, Swing Tackle Battle Following Bears Preseason Clash

The Bengals don't have another injury to monitor on defense as training camp rips into the back-half sessions. Rookie defensive end Cashius Howell limped

Sean Clifford News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / August 22

Sean Clifford Tosses Preseason Touchdown to Open Bengals Second-Half Scoring Against Bears

The Bengals' backup quarterbacks kept their rip-roaring preseason performance going in the second half against Chicago. Noah Thomas joined the touchdown party with a nice 20-yard strike from Sean Clifford to give Cincinnati a 24-9 lead over the Bears.

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25 stories to keep an eye on in NFL training camps

The opening of 2026 NFL training camp brings big hope for all 32 fan bases. These are the 25 developments to watch as we progress toward Week 1.

Tanner Hudson News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / August 22

Tanner Hudson Extends Bengals Lead Against Bears With Short Preseason Touchdown

Tanner Hudson made some noise in the end zone on Saturday night. He's in a tight roster battle at the Bengals' tight end spot and notched a strong moment for himself on a short touchdown right after getting motioned out by quarterback Josh Johnson.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / August 22

Duke Tobin Sends STRONG Message About Barrett Carter and Demetrus Knight Jr.

The Bengals didn't add a starting linebacker this offseason, opting to stick with Barrett Carter and Demetrius Knight Jr. Did they make the right decision?

Colbie Young News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / August 22

Colbie Young Catches First NFL Preseason Touchdown to Open End Zone Trips Against Bears

The Bengals struck in the end zone first during Saturday's preseason battle against the Bears with a nice over-the-shoulder catch by Colbie Young for the first preseason touchdown of his career.

Joe Burrow News / TWSN / August 22

Joe Burrow Makes Shocking Admission About Playing for His Job

Following Joe Burrow’s comments after practice in which he made sure to put pressure on the Cincinnati Bengals by saying “I’m tired of saying next year,” he followed it up with another comment that puts even more pressure on the team and organization.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / August 22

Bengals Ranked Outside NFL Top Teams in 3-Year Future Power Rankings

ESPN's NFL team unveiled its annual three-year look-ahead power rankings for the entire league this week. Cincinnati isn't high on the list amidst a pretty all-in 2026 season for the franchise.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Yardbarker / August 22

Colin Cowherd rips Bengals: 'Their best scout appears to be Joe Burrow'

Cowherd ripped the Bengals' ownership and personnel department for their continued failure to build a complete roster around Burrow. He eventually landed one particularly embarrassing blow.

Bengals QB Joe Burrow 'trying to manifest' a Super Bowl run

Zac Taylor reveals what separates Joe Burrow from other quarterbacks

Ja’Marr Chase had words for Bears CB Jaylon Johnson after joint practice

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The significant NFL players returning from injury in 2026

Be it stars returning from late-season injuries to starter-level players who missed most or all of last season, the NFL features a host of rehab odysseys to follow as training camps near.

Ja'Marr Chase News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / August 22

Ja'Marr Chase Highlights 3 Bengals Improving The Most During 2026 Training Camp

Ja'Marr Chase offered extended comments to the media on Thursday following Cincinnati's joint practice with the Bears, including big praise for a trio of defenders.

Dexter Lawrence News / A to Z Sports / August 22

Bengals Player Profile: Dexter Lawrence has been everything Cincinnati has desired and more

Dexter Lawrence is practicing like the best player on the Cincinnati Bengals. He’s been completely locked in, relishing a new environment with a chance to actually be a part of success.

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Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / August 22

Bengals Rookie Already Turning Heads After Impressive Preseason Performance

The Cincinnati Bengals kicked off their preseason with a win over the Detroit Lions last week. But they didn't look impressive across the board. In fact, they didn't start the game too hot, as Joe Burrow was seemingly under pressure more often than not while he was in the game.

Cincinnati Bengals News / EssentiallySports / August 22

Joe Burrow Among Over 200 NFL Players Interested in 2028 Olympic Games

Joe Burrow is currently pushing his Cincinnati Bengals side toward the ultimate goal – the Super Bowl, but he also has ambitions with the US National team at the 2028 Olympics.

Cincinnati Bengals News / A to Z Sports / August 22

Cincinnati Bengals hoping a NFL Draft pipeline will finally give the team long-term stability at an important position

The Cincinnati Bengals are searching for its future on the EDGE. They’re hoping two players from similar backgrounds fill that void. The Cincinnati Bengals went back to the Texas A&M well for edge rushing talent in consecutive drafts, selecting Shemar Stewart and then Cashius Howell in the second round the following year in the 2026 NFL Draft.

Joe Burrow News / Athlon Sports / August 21

Joe Burrow Sends Strong Message Ahead of 2026 NFL Season

For the Cincinnati Bengals, quarterback Joe Burrow believes the 2026 season can be different. The Bengals’ quarterback is confident in his team this upcoming season, especially after missing the postseason in 2025.

NFL News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / August 21

Five Things to Watch in Cincinnati Bengals' Preseason Game Against Chicago Bears

Thursday’s joint practice against the Chicago Bears will mark the final competitive action the Cincinnati Bengals starters will have against opposing players until the Sept.

Cincinnati Bengals News / TWSN / August 21

5 Takeaways from Bengals Joint Practice With the Bears

The Bengals needed to retool the defense, and the Dexter Lawrence trade is already paying off dividends for the Bengals’ defense It was no secret what the focus had to be for the Cincinnati Bengals’ offseason to get the team back into playoff football contention.

Orlando Brown News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / August 21

'I Dominated Today' - Orlando Brown Jr. Bounces Back in Bears Practice Following Preseason Struggles

All eyes are on Orlando Brown Jr. and the Bengals offensive line right now. The Bengals' top left tackle is a skeleton key for Cincinnati to reach its top offensive ceiling, and radio play-by-play voice Dan Hoard gave a detailed update on how he fared on Thursday against Chicago.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Yardbarker / August 21

Dalton Risner sends warning to NFL about Bengals defense

According to Risner, Cincinnati may now feature enough talent on defense to finally help Burrow notch the one win that has eluded him since the signal-caller entered the league as the first overall pick of the 2020 NFL Draft.

Bengals QB Joe Burrow 'trying to manifest' a Super Bowl run

Bengals WR Dohnte Meyers chasing NFL breakthrough

Bengals rookie leaves team, presumably to pursue acting career

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Joe Burrow News / Yardbarker / August 20

Bengals QB Joe Burrow 'trying to manifest' a Super Bowl run

Joe Burrow is done treating a Cincinnati Bengals championship as something that can always wait another season.

Zac Taylor reveals what separates Burrow from other quarterbacks

Broncos sign safety Taylor Rapp to add depth for secondary

Sam LaPorta's injury is troubling for the Detroit Lions

Cowboys RT could be on hot seat after Brian Schottenheimer comments

Ravens WR takes a shot at former coach John Harbaugh

Vita Vea makes feelings on Todd Bowles clear after accepting extension

Cincinnati Bengals News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 20

Bengals’ Dexter Lawrence shows why Cincinnati traded for him by making Caleb Williams’ life hell

The Cincinnati Bengals are destined to get back to the playoffs this season, and they made some big moves during the offseason to help them. One of the first moves was trading for Dexter Lawrence to improve their defense, and it’s safe to say that the investment is paying off fairly well.

NFL News / Yardbarker / August 20

Three NFL quarterbacks primed to deliver their best seasons yet

Not every career year comes with career-high passing totals. For these three NFL quarterbacks, 2026 could be defined by winning more games, correcting old problems and finally receiving a little help from the rest of the roster.

Justin Herbert facing familiar problems after latest Chargers injuries

Analyst casts doubt on Ravens, endorses unlikely AFC threat

Giants’ Najee Harris signing raises an obvious Cam Skattebo question

Second act: Which 2026 NFL coordinator hires could earn another HC job next offseason?

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NFL News / Yardbarker / August 15