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3 Free Agent Linebackers Bengals Could Still Sign to Fix a Major Defensive Need

The Cincinnati Bengals came into free agency with holes all over their roster, namely on defense. With players like Trey Hendrickson and Joseph Ossai hitting the open market, the Bengals needed to do everything in their power to add talent.

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Bengals learn important details about their 2026 NFL Draft plans during free agency madness

While the chaos of free agency was unfolding Monday afternoon and the Cincinnati Bengals were securing safety Bryan Cook and defensive end Boye Mafe for their defense, the NFL unveiled the 33 compensatory picks to 15 different clubs for the 2026 NFL Draft.

Cincinnati Bengals News / The SportsRush / March 10

NFL Analyst Claims Joe Burrow Is One Offseason Away From Getting Traded

After a 2023 wrist surgery that sidelined him and a 2025 turf toe injury that cut his season short, Joe Burrow admitted that he needs to find joy in playing football again if he wants to keep playing the sport for a long time.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Yardbarker / March 10

What Trey Hendrickson reportedly wants in next contract

Some members of the NFL community were surprised that the first day of the "legal tampering" portion of free agency came and went without Cincinnati Bengals pass-rusher Trey Hendrickson agreeing to a deal with a new team.

Hall of Famer rips Bengals for handling of Trey Hendrickson after Raiders agree to trade Maxx Crosby to Ravens

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The '4,500-yard NFL passers' quiz

How many of the QBs in NFL history to throw for at least 4,500 yards in a single season can you name in five minutes?

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Cincinnati Bengals News / The SportsRush / March 10

Tee Higgins Says Joe Burrow Drives a $700,000 Car

Cincinnati Bengals QB Joe Burrow has quietly built one of the most impressive car collections among NFL stars. His recent acquisition is a customized car that he got after consulting with two of his wideout teammates: Tee Higgins and Ja’Marr Chase.

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2026 NFL Draft: 20 famous names who won't be drafted until the later rounds

Most of the NFL mock drafts focus on the early rounds, but there are still many prominent college players who will hear their names called later. These are just some of the big names that could hear their names in the later rounds.

NFL News / Larry Brown Sports / March 10

Miami head coach makes a special request to NFL QB

Much has been said about the incredible run of the Miami (Ohio) RedHawks in the 2025-26 season. As the RedHawks set out for the 2026 edition of the Mid-American Conference Tournament, Miami head coach Travis Steele made one particular request to Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow.

Hayden Hurst News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / March 10

Former Cincinnati Bengals Offensive Weapon Hayden Hurst Announces NFL Retirement

A former Bengal retired from the NFL on Monday. Tight end Hayden Hurst is hanging up his cleats after seeing time in the league from 2018-2024. He spent the 2022 season with Cincinnati, catching 52 passes for 414 yards and two scores.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / March 10

5 Players Bengals Could Target on Day 2 of Free Agency

Hall is the type of player a team like the Bengals should bet on. He isn't going to cost a lot, will turn 26 next month and appears to have plenty of untapped potential.

Bryan Cook News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / March 10

Bengals Deal For Bryan Cook Earns Strong Grades From NFL Media Community

The Bengals added two marquee defensive free agents on Monday in edge rusher Boye Mafe and safety Bryan Cook. Grades are flowing out for both three-year deals as Cincinnati gets high marks for addressing its league-worst defense head-on in free agency.

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2026 NFL Draft: Small-school prospects who will make a big impact

NFL prospects from major programs get most of the attention, but there are numerous examples of players drafted from small schools who have become difference-makers.

Cincinnati Bengals News / A to Z Sports / March 10

Bengals' biggest surprise from first day of free agency is the player who didn't immediately find a new team

The Cincinnati Bengals reached agreements with two new starters for their defense on the first day of the two-day negotiating window leading up to the official start of NFL free agency.

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Boye Mafe News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / March 10

Bengals Receive Mostly Strong Grades For Boye Mafe Deal

Bryan Cook News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / March 9

Bryan Cook Contract Details Gives Bengals Flexibility to Add More Free Agents

Details regarding the Bengals' contract agreement with Bryan Cook surfaced on Monday evening. Over The Cap reported he earned a three-year, $40.25 million deal with $14 million guaranteed He is only taking up 2.6% of the salary cap in 2026, prompting some more spending from the Bengals moving forward.

NFL News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / March 9

Why Boye Mafe, Bryan Cook Are Perfect Fits for Bengals’ Biggest Weaknesses

The Cincinnati Bengals came into the offseason with a lot of holes to address on their roster and most of them were seemingly on the defense. The Bengals could use help at all three levels of the defense, but they specifically needed to add some help at edge rusher and at safety.

Boye Mafe News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / March 9

Grading the Cincinnati Bengals' Contract Agreement with Defensive End Boye Mafe

CINCINNATI – A little less than a year after making it clear they valued traits over production with the first-round selection of edge rusher Shemar Stewart, the Cincinnati Bengals followed a similar path to agreeing to terms with former Seattle Seahawks defense end Boye Mafe., per Mafe's agent Mike McCartney.

Noah Fant News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / March 9

What Noah Fant's Exit Means For Cincinnati Bengals 2026 Tight End Room

The Bengals will have to dig deeper into their tight end hierarchy moving forward in 2026. NFL Network's Tom Pelissero reported Noah Fant is signing a two-year deal with the Saints.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Gridiron Heroics / March 9

Cincinnati Bengals: Land Intriguing Super Bowl-Winning Pass Rusher

The Cincinnati Bengals desperately need to address the defensive end/EDGE rusher position, with multiple players testing free agency. Joseph Ossai has signed with the New York Jets, while Trey Hendrickson and Cameron Sample remain unsigned for now.

Joe Flacco News / NFL on ClutchPoints / March 9

Bengals rumors: 10-game QB starter could still return in free agency amid Joe Flacco buzz

For the Cincinnati Bengals to be a real Super Bowl contender, Joe Burrow needs to be under center. But as evident by Cincinnati’s struggles off the field in 2025, they must also find a apt backup who could fill in for Burrow if necessary.

Jake Browning News / NFLTradeRumors.co / March 9

Bengals Non-Tendering RFA QB Jake Browning

Jeremy Fowler of ESPN reports that the Bengals are not tendering an offer to restricted free agent quarterback Jake Browning before the start of free agency. This means that Browning will be an unrestricted free agent in the coming days. Browning, 29, signed with the Vikings as an undrafted free agent in 2019 out of Washington.

Trey Hendrickson News / Yardbarker / March 9

Hall of Famer rips Bengals for handling of Trey Hendrickson after Raiders agree to trade Maxx Crosby to Ravens

The Bengals are receiving criticism regarding their handling of the Trey Hendrickson situation.

Raiders agree to trade Maxx Crosby to Ravens for big draft-pick haul

Tom Brady reportedly played key role in Raiders trading Maxx Crosby to Ravens instead of Patriots

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Cincinnati Bengals News / Larry Brown Sports / March 8

Joe Flacco may have a preferred landing spot in free agency

Joe Flacco just turned 41 in January, but he appears to have every intention of playing at least one more NFL season. Flacco intends to enter free agency in search of a starting job, according to Tom Pelissero of NFL Network.