Cincinnati Bengals: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Ja'Marr Chase News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / August 25

Analyst Names Ja'Marr Chase a Top 'Game-Wrecker' in NFL

Ja'Marr Chase has arguably been the most elite wide receiver in the NFL since entering the league. This has earned Chase recognition as one of the most impactful players in the modern era, and one well respected analyst labeled him as such.

Cody Ford News / Athlon Sports / August 25

Bengals Cut Cody Ford as Swing Tackle Job Suddenly Opens Up

With less than two weeks until the start of the 2026 NFL season, the Cincinnati Bengals are making significant moves, particularly to shore up their offensive line.

Joe Burrow News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 25

Bengals rumors: Insider brushes off Joe Burrow trade firestorm after ‘now or never’ comments

The Cincinnati Bengals have incredibly high expectations for the 2026 season. Joe Burrow wants to win a Super Bowl and hasn’t been shy about talking about that goal.

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Cincinnati Bengals News / A to Z Sports / August 25

Simple decision in latest Bengals practice speaks volumes about upcoming roster decision with fan favorite player

Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Dohnte Meyers has gone from roster hopeful to virtual roster lock in seemingly no time at all. His latest practice tells us he’s a lot safer than previously believed.

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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.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / August 25

Cut Candidate Emerges For Bengals to Potentially Boost Running Back Spot

The Bengals' running back room needs an upgrade behind Chase Brown, and one potential cut candidate could be the answer. Buccaneers ball carrier Sean Tucker has fallen down the Tampa Bay depth chart and could be the right fit for Cincinnati.

Cincinnati Bengals News / A to Z Sports / August 25

Bengals shake up key competition yet again as Zac Taylor proves anything is on the table

The Cincinnati Bengals made another move in their backup swing tackle search Monday, having Javon Foster and Jalen Rivers switch spots with the second-team offensive line.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / August 25

Ted Karras Has Hilarious Response to Dexter Lawrence's Continued Dominance

The Cincinnati Bengals have struggled on the defensive side of the football for the last couple of years, and it's held them back from making a run at the Super Bowl.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / August 24

Bengals Could Fix Big Weakness With Recently Released Free Agent

The Cincinnati Bengals already have a lot of bodies in their running back room, but an unexpected name on waivers could be too intriguing to ignore. The Arizona Cardinals waived Trey Benson with an injury designation on Monday.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / August 24

3 Free Agents the Bengals NEED to Sign Before Week 1

The Bengals released veteran lineman Cody Ford following a string of poor performances. Ford had been with the team for three seasons, serving as the primary swing tackle throughout that span.

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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.

C.J. Uzomah News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / August 24

C.J. Uzomah Signs 1-Day Deal To Retire with Cincinnati Bengals, Lines Up Post-NFL Work With Team's TV, Radio Shows

C.J. Uzomah was back at Paycor Stadium today to ceremoniously retire as a member of the Cincinnati Bengals, but there are many more trips planned as the former tight end will be working with Dan Hoard on some television and radio shows.

B.J. Hill News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / August 24

Bengals Get Positive Injury News on Veteran B.J. Hill Ahead of Season Opener

The Cincinnati Bengals got another encouraging sign from veteran defensive tackle B.J. Hill on Monday as he continues to work his way back to full strength.

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Kobe Bryant Spent an Hour 'Lashing Out' at Chad Johnson Over His Attempt to Force Bengals Trade

In a special segment on the Nightcap podcast, Shannon Sharpe, Chad Johnson, and Iso Joe Johnson commemorated what would’ve been late NBA Legend Kobe Bryant’s 48th birthday by sharing anecdotes and instances about Kobe’s life.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / August 24

Bengals Announce Retired Fan-Favorite Player as a 2026 Ruler of the Jungle

The Bengals are welcoming back a key member of the 2021 Super Bowl team as Ruler of the Jungle for Week 4 of the 2026 season. C.J. Uzomah just retired as a Bengal today and will lead the big cheer against the Jaguars.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / August 24

Three Cincinnati Bengals Who Solidified Their Spot on the 53-Man Roster in Preseason Game vs. Bears

The Cincinnati Bengals have to trim their roster from 89 – following the release of offensive lineman Cody Ford – to 53 by 6 p.m. Sunday. Monday afternoon before practice, head coach Zac Taylor said anybody who plays in the preseason finale Friday night at Philadelphia should not feel as though they are a lock to make the 53-man roster.

C.J. Uzomah News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 24

7-year Bengals tight end announces retirement from NFL

Former Cincinnati Bengals tight end C.J. Uzomah is calling it a career. Uzomah will officially retire as a member of the Bengals, according to Ari Meirov.

Cincinnati Bengals News / A to Z Sports / August 24

Bengals take the first step in figuring out who will take care of their biggest roster problem before the season begins

The Cincinnati Bengals’ first roster cut is veteran backup offensive lineman Cody Ford. Cincinnati releasing Ford now confirms he was no longer part of the equation with its offensive line.

Joe Burrow News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 24

Bengals cut Joe Burrow protector after appearing in 50 games since 2023

The Cincinnati Bengals are currently gearing up for their preseason finale on Friday evening on the road vs the Philadelphia Eagles. The Bengals are hoping to keep Joe Burrow healthy this year after injuries riddled his 2025 season and killed any realistic chance the team had of competing.

Cody Ford News / Pro Football Rumors / August 24

Bengals To Release OL Cody Ford

Offensive line depth has emerged as a concern for the Bengals as roster cuts approach. Cody Ford has been an important figure in that regard for the past three years, but he is headed to free agency.

Cincinnati Bengals News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 24

Bengals’ 53-man roster prediction for 2026 NFL season

The Cincinnati Bengals have reached the final stretch of the preseason with momentum, clarity and a difficult set of roster decisions. At 2-0, Cincinnati has watched its depth players repeatedly make winning plays.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Pro Football Rumors / August 23

Bengals Could Pursue T Addition

Orlando Brown Jr. and Amarius Mims are set to reprise their roles as the Bengals’ starting offensive tackles in 2026. Veteran Cody Ford is also in the fold, and he has handled swing tackle duties throughout his three-year Cincinnati tenure.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Athlon Sports / August 23

ESPN's No. 1 Receiver Room Ranking Raises the Bar for the Bengals' Offense in 2026

The Cincinnati Bengals will look to build on one of the NFL’s most talented offenses heading into the 2026 season. The Bengals built their identity around their offense, which has consistently been one of the team’s biggest strengths.

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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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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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

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NFL News / Yardbarker / August 15