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Joe Burrow's Pressure Play and Amarius Mims Streak: 5 Things Jaguars Should Know About Bengals

Joe Burrow and the Cincinnati Bengals got a harsh reminder of how self-inflicted mistakes can spoil an otherwise dominant performance. The Bengals converted on fourth downs at will and protected Burrow all afternoon in the Week 3 loss to the Steelers, only to give it away on a blown coverage and a muffed punt.

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NFL Legend Calls Out Joe Burrow Amid Questions Surrounding Bengals QB’s Clutch Gene

Joe Burrow and his ability to deliver in the clutch have come under scrutiny following the Cincinnati Bengals’ recent loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers. Despite his talent and previous Super Bowl experience, Burrow couldn’t lead Cincinnati to victory.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / October 3

6 Truths About the Cincinnati Bengals Heading Into Week 4 vs. Jacksonville Jaguars

The Cincinnati Bengals were driving for a tying field goal in Pittsburgh when Joe Burrow was strip-sacked with 44 seconds left, and the 30-27 loss dropped them to 2-1.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / October 3

Bengals Announce Multiple Roster Moves Ahead of Jaguars Matchup

Cincinnati announced a few roster changes on Saturday in anticipation of Sunday's massive battle against Jacksonville for jockeying in the AFC playoff race.

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Joe Mixon News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / October 3

Former Bengals Star Hints at NFL Comeback: 'I'm Back'

Former Bengals and Texans running back Joe Mixon hasn't played in the NFL since 2024. That may change in the near future. Mixon posted a hype video on X on Saturday teasing a possible return.

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Ranking the NFL's backup quarterbacks for the 2026 season

A few trades have rearranged the NFL's backup quarterback ranks, but the dust has mostly settled. From a mix of recent first-round disappointments, aging vets, and young project types, here is how the league's QB2 ranks look for the 2026 season.

NFL News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / October 3

Former NFL Star Reacts to Ja’Marr Chase’s Controversial Travis Hunter Response

It has been a long week for a Cincinnati Bengals team that is ready to move on from their crushing loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers in Week 3. Waiting for the Bengals on Sunday is the Jacksonville Jaguars.

Cincinnati Bengals News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 2

Why this legendary Bengals QB picks Joe Burrow over Josh Allen, Patrick Mahomes while shutting down trade narrative

Bengals QB Joe Burrow will be tasked with out-scoring a red hot Jaguars offense in Week 4, which he has the talent to do. Burrow called for his team to take “total ownership” after Week 3’s loss to the Steelers, setting up a huge game that Bengals legend Ken Anderson has his eye on.

Cincinnati Bengals News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 2

AFC Notes: Vega Ioane, Dohnte Meyers, Mike Gesicki, Bengals, Ravens

Bengals WR Dohnte Meyers had his best game in the NFL in Week 3 against the Steelers, logging three receptions for 29 yards. Cincinnati HC Zac Taylor praised Meyers’ blocking against Pittsburgh. “I thought he had a really good feel for what we asked him to do.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / October 2

Four Bold Predictions for Bengals vs. Jaguars in Week 4

The Cincinnati Bengals return home to Paycor Stadium to face the Jacksonville Jaguars in Week 4 on Sunday. Joe Burrow and Co. are coming off their first loss of the season.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Larry Brown Sports / October 2

Ja'Marr Chase trolls Travis Hunter with just five words

Ja’Marr Chase needed only a shrug and five words to answer a question about Travis Hunter. During Thursday’s session with reporters, the Cincinnati Bengals receiver was asked what growth he has seen from Hunter between Year 1 and Year 2.

NFL News / TWSN / October 2

Bengals vs Jaguars: Matchups That Will Decide the Game

The Cincinnati Bengals are coming off a disappointing loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers, where their defense looked like its defense from the past few years.

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25 NFL players who could retire after the 2026 season

NFL stars can't play forever, and retirement is coming sooner than later for some of the league's top players. These 25 players could call it quits following the 2026 season.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Total Pro Sports / October 1

Olivia Ponton Drops Brutally Honest Take On Why People Cheat After Being Burned In Every Relationship

Olivia Ponton has built plenty beyond her modeling career this year. The Sports Illustrated Swimsuit model has become a fixture at Cincinnati Bengals events alongside quarterback Joe Burrow.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Athlon Sports / October 1

Zac Taylor Names the Bengals Player Who'll Run the Defense if Their Safeties Sit

The Cincinnati Bengals are facing an injury crisis in their secondary ahead of the Week 4 game against the Jacksonville Jaguars. With starting safeties Bryan Cook and Kyle Dugger both banged up, head coach Zac Taylor said on Wednesday that Jordan Battle is prepared to take over the primary communication duties on defense.

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Dax Hill News / TWSN / October 1

Is Dax Hill in the Slot a Problem for the Bengals?

The Cincinnati Bengals will move cornerback Dax Hill to nickel against the Jacksonville Jaguars after slot cornerback Jalen Davis (hamstring) was ruled out for about a month.

NFL News / Field Level Media / October 1

Jaguars bring improved ground game into clash vs. Bengals

A pair of AFC teams looking to remain atop their respective divisions meet Sunday in Cincinnati, when the Bengals host the Jacksonville Jaguars. The Bengals (2-1) look to bounce back from their first setback of the season, a 30-27 road loss at Pittsburgh in Week 3.

Cincinnati Bengals News / A to Z Sports / October 1

Report confirms NFC team stopped Bengals’ plans to bring back familiar face

The Cincinnati Bengals reunited with wide receiver Mitch Tinsley this week by signing him off the Houston Texans practice squad. Tinsley was not the only former Bengals wideout Cincinnati tried to bring back.

Cincinnati Bengals News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 30

Bengals Re-Sign WR Ke’Shawn Williams To Practice Squad

The Cincinnati Bengals officially signed WR Ke’Shawn Williams to their practice squad on Wednesday. Williams, 24, signed with the Steelers as an undrafted free agent out of Indiana following the 2025 draft.

NFL News / Yardbarker / September 30

Why Browns matchup is huge test for Steelers' Mike McCarthy

Why Week 4 game vs. Browns is huge test for Steelers' Mike McCarthy

Mike McCarthy passed his first big test as the Pittsburgh Steelers head coach with their 30-27 Week 3 win over the Cincinnati Bengals.

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Cincinnati Bengals News / CincinnatiBengalsCommunity / September 30

Bengals dealt another defensive setback as key starter lands on IR

The Cincinnati Bengals suffered a 30-27 loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers in Week 3, dropping them to 2-1. The defeat came with an added cost on defense, with Jalen Davis suffering a hamstring injury during the game.

Brian Asamoah News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 30

Falcons Signing LB Brian Asamoah

Jordan Schultz reports that the Falcons are signing former Vikings LB Brian Asamoah. Asamoah, 26, is from Columbus, Ohio, and was a third-round pick in the 2022 draft by the Vikings out of Oklahoma.

NFL News / Yardbarker / September 30

Report may have revealed one team Bengals' Joe Flacco called 'dumb' during offseason

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Cincinnati Bengals News / Pro Football Rumors / September 29