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NFL writer sees the Bengals' handling of Trey Hendrickson for exactly what it is

Playing with fire has never scared the Cincinnati Bengals, whether they realize it or not. The club known for holding firm in contract negotiations with its top players values .

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Joe Burrow's Mom Tells Story About His Love for Fashion in Newest Quarterback Teaser

Joe Burrow is starring in season two of Netflix's "Quarterback." The show will premiere on Tuesday, July 8. Burrow's mom Robin Burrow shared some insight about Joe's affinity for fashion during a sneak peak at the show.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Pro Football Rumors / July 6

Bengals DE Trey Hendrickson still prepared to hold out during regular season

We’ve heard it before; the Cincinnati Bengals do not typically give out third contracts to veterans.

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Cincinnati Bengals News / A to Z Sports / July 6

Bengals 2025 Roster Breakdown: Dylan Fairchild is Cincinnati's sole hope for a new guard of the future

Bengals roster breakdown is back! During the 99 days leading up to Cincinnati's regular season opener against the Cleveland Browns, the player with the matching jersey number as days remaining will become the day's highlighted player.

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Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincy Jungle / July 6

Bengals trivia: Your in-5 daily game, Sunday edition

Think you can figure out which Bengals player we’re talking about? You’ll get five clues to figure him out in our new guessing game! Hey Bengals fans! We’re back for another day of the Cincy Jungle in-5 daily trivia game.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / July 5

Andre Smith Tells Funny Story About Weight Fines During Bengals Career

Former Bengals right tackle Andre Smith appeared on the Raw Room show this week and dropped a funny story about his weight issues in Cincinnati. Smith was the team's first-round pick in 2009 and played 10 seasons with Cincinnati across different stints.

Trey Hendrickson News / NFL on ClutchPoints / July 5

Bengals rumors: Trey Hendrickson contract dilemma trending in promising direction

The Cincinnati Bengals and star edge rusher Trey Hendrickson have had a rough time while negotiating a contract extension, with Hendrickson using the media to call out the Bengals for allegedly cutting off communication following the draft.

Trey Hendrickson News / NFLTradeRumors.co / July 5

Bengals Have Resumed Extension Talks With Trey Hendrickson

According to Jeremy Fowler of ESPN, the Bengals have resumed contract talks with star DE Trey Hendrickson. Fowler also mentions that the two sides have remained in communication, with the Bengals planning to resign Hendrickson all along.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / July 5

ESPN Picks 10 Cincinnati Bengals For All-Time Draft Picks List

ESPN's Ben Solak went deep into NFL history to mine the best draft pick at all 262 draft selections throughout league history. Cincinnati ended up with

Ted Karras News / A to Z Sports / July 5

Bengals 2025 Roster Breakdown: Ted Karras entering swan song of a season as Cincinnati's elder statesman

NFL News / Last Word On Sports / July 5

Bengals Continue to Add Picks on Defense in 2026 Mock Draft

In the Zac Taylor era, the Cincinnati Bengals have used 13 top-100 picks on the defensive side of the ball. In that time, the team has made 22 top-100 picks, so the franchise believes in improving the defense through the draft.

Joe Burrow News / Gridiron Heroics / July 5

‘Joe Burrow Is Actually a Fashion Icon’: Netflix Has High Praise for Bengals QB

As the anticipation builds for the second season of Netflix’s Quarterback, Joe Burrow is not only capturing attention for his skills on the field but also for his unique fashion sense.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincy Jungle / July 5

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Logan Wilson News / Cincy Jungle / July 5

The return of the cowboy

After a rough 2024 season, Logan Wilson eyes a comeback. Logan Wilson missed several games last season due to a knee injury, but he’s looking to have a big comeback.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / July 4

Former Cincinnati Bengals Star Ranked Too Low in NFL Top 100 Rankings

Jessie Bates spent the first five seasons of his career in Cincinnati. The former Bengals star signed with Atlanta prior to the 2023 campaign. Bates was a Pro Bowler and an All-Pro in his first season with the Falcons.

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Cincinnati Bengals News / A to Z Sports / July 4

Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins take their sports cars for a spin on Chase's YouTube channel

Cincinnati Bengals wide receivers Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins are fast on and off the football field. You could say they're at their speediest on the open roads of Northern Kentucky. Chase recently bought a Lamborghini Aventador SVJ not long after signing his four-year, $161 million contract with the Bengals in March.

Cincinnati Bengals News / A to Z Sports / July 4

Bengals 2025 Roster Breakdown: Matt Lee has a new jersey number and the same mission ahead of him

Cincinnati Bengals News / NFL on ClutchPoints / July 4

2 way-too-early 2026 NFL Draft prospects Cincinnati Bengals must monitor

The Cincinnati Bengals are never boring. In 2024, they were downright electric. We saw Joe Burrow back healthy and throwing darts, Ja’Marr Chase terrorizing secondaries, and Tee Higgins proving he still deserves top-billing attention.

Shemar Stewart News / Pro Football Rumors / July 2

Details of Bengals' rookie waiver dispute with Shemar Stewart revealed

The Bengals’ standoff with first-round pick Shemar Stewart kept him on the sidelines through mandatory minicamp amid a dispute over both his offseason participation agreement and his rookie contract.

Ja'Marr Chase News / Athlon Sports / July 1

Bengals' Chase Record-Breaking Prediction Eclipses 2,000 Yards

Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase had one of the best pass-catching seasons in NFL history last year. He achieved the historic "triple crown" by leading the league in receptions (127), receiving yards (1,708) and receiving touchdowns (17).

Shemar Stewart News / NFLTradeRumors.co / June 26

Latest On Bengals First-Round DE Shemar Stewart’s Contract Dispute

Bengals first-round DE Shemar Stewart remains unsigned, and he left mandatory minicamp without participating due to contract disputes about his rookie

Joe Burrow News / Yardbarker / June 25

Stats show where Burrow needs to improve to bolster MVP chances

Stats show where Bengals QB Joe Burrow needs to improve to bolster MVP chances

Burrow ended the 2024 regular season leading the league with 4,918 passing yards, an average of 289.3 passing yards per game, 43 touchdowns through the air, 460 completions and 652 pass attempts. That said, the 9-8 Bengals missed the playoffs.

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