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Bengals WR Ja’Marr Chase reveals why he doesn’t enjoy watching football very much

Ja’Marr Chase offered a candid glimpse into the mental demands of life as an NFL star Thursday, explaining why watching football no longer feels like entertainment during the grind of the season.

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Shemar Stewart spills the beans while a dark cloud hovers over Tee Higgins in Bengals' injury report

The Cincinnati Bengals and Miami Dolphins continue their efforts to practice for Week 16's matchup in Miami, and the list of injuries for both teams isn't getting any shorter.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Pro Football Rumors / December 18

Bengals To Activate Shemar Stewart From IR

While the Bengals are already eliminated from postseason contention, the team will be getting some defensive reinforcement for the stretch run. According to ESPN’s Ben Baby, defensive end Shemar Stewart will be activated from injured reserve for this weekend’s game against the Dolphins.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / December 18

AFC Notes: Joe Burrow, Zac Taylor, Mike Tomlin, Bengals, Ravens, Steelers

Paul Dehner Jr. of The Athletic doesn’t believe there’s any chance that Bengals de facto GM Duke Tobin could be let go, as he’s viewed “nearly in the same regard” as the top brass of the franchise.

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The 'NFL's active TD-catch leaders' quiz

How many of the active NFL players with at least 30 touchdown receptions in their career can you name in six minutes?

Joe Burrow News / A to Z Sports / December 18

ESPN's Mina Kimes roasts the Bengals with a harsh truth where it should hurt them the most

Joe Burrow has been in the news regarding his football future, and with the Cincinnati Bengals eliminated from playoff contention for the third consecutive season, that conversation is only going to get louder with him at the forefront.

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The biggest disappointments from the 2025 NFL season

All NFL players enter the season with high hopes, but sometimes seasons don't go as hoped. These 20 players have been some of the biggest disappointments early in the 2025 season.

Cincinnati Bengals News / NBC Sports / December 18

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Ja'Marr Chase News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / December 18

Ja'Marr Chase Gives His Take on Bengals Final Three Game Future Impact, Leadership Approach

Ja'Marr Chase is self-motivated entering a final stretch of a season he's never experienced. The Bengals' star wide receiver told the media he's never been a part of a losing team as Cincinnati barrels toward at least a 7-10 record at 4-10 right now.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Yardbarker / December 18

Former NFL exec pours cold water on Burrow, Bengals offseason divorce

Former NFL executive pours cold water on talk about Joe Burrow, Bengals offseason divorce

Burrow has attracted attention via recent comments he has made amid a lost season for just about everybody associated with the 4-10 Bengals.

Bengals make inexplicable Joe Burrow decision after playoff elimination

NFL people reportedly have this major concern about Bengals' Joe Burrow

Bengals QB Joe Burrow's comments should keep fueling speculation about future

The 25 best NFL head coaches who never won a Super Bowl

The 'Yearly NFL passing yards-per-game leaders' quiz

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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 / December 18

Former Bengals QB Named Head Coach of Professional Football Team

AJ McCarron is back in football, this time as a head coach. The United Football League's Birmingham Stallions announced him as the team's newest head coach on Thursday morning.

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Joe Burrow News / NFLTradeRumors.co / December 18

Joe Burrow Weighs In On Speculation About His Future With Bengals

Questions arose about QB Joe Burrow‘s future with the Bengals following some of his comments at a mid-week press conference last week. During that conference, Burrow discussed his lack of joy for the game at the moment.

Joe Burrow News / LWOSports.com / December 18

These Three NFL Teams Makes the Most Sense In a Trade for Joe Burrow

Joe Burrow‘s recent comments about his future have caused a world of speculation about his future with the Cincinnati Bengals. If Burrow wants to consistently be in contention for the playoffs and play for a team with good ownership and a strong coach, here are three teams that make the most sense.

Joe Burrow News / Pro Football Rumors / December 18

QB Joe Burrow Expects To Remain With Bengals For 2026

Comments made by Joe Burrow prior to Week 15 fueled a new round of speculation regarding his future. The sixth-year quarterback is not retiring any time soon, and a change in teams (unlikely as that would seem) should also not be expected.

Joe Burrow News / Yardbarker / December 18

Did Joe Burrow hint at leaving the Bengals?

With the Cincinnati Bengals eliminated from playoff contention, all eyes will be set on Joe Burrow.

NFL people reportedly have this major concern about Bengals' Joe Burrow

Not living up to the hype: Most disappointing NFL teams in 2025

Ed Orgeron shares his reaction to surprising Joe Burrow comments

The most crushing defeats in NFL playoff history

The 'Yearly NFL passing leaders' quiz

NFL News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / December 18

Cincinnati Bengals, Miami Dolphins Both Have Had a Lot of Recent Success with Referee Working Sunday's Game

CINCINNATI – The Cincinnati Bengals and Miami Dolphins are a combined 10-1 in the last 11 games in which John Hussey was the head referee. Hussey will be on the call Sunday afternoon in Miami.