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NFL News / A to Z Sports / September 18
Cincinnati Bengals will have tough calls to make with their headlining position group before Week 2 game against Houston Texans
The Cincinnati Bengals’ defensive line stole the show last week, but now it is facing a couple unknowns as the week of practice has wrapped up. The Cincinnati Bengals wrapped up the week of practice heading into their Week 2 matchup against the Houston Texans.
Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / September 18
Bengals Offensive Line: What the Film Reveals Ahead of Week 2 vs. Texans
Arguably the strongest performance for the Cincinnati Bengals in Week 1 was the offensive line unit. They definitively won their matchup against a stout Tampa Bay Buccaneers defensive line.
Cincinnati Bengals News / A to Z Sports / September 18
Bengals’ new and improved defense has made a stark impression on former Cincinnati coach Marvin Lewis
Former Cincinnati Bengals coach Marvin Lewis is loving what he’s seeing from his former team, specifically its defense. Lewis praised the Bengals’ Week 1 performance on the Inside Football show.
The 'Active 150-yard NFL rushers' quiz
How many of the active NFL players to rush for at least 150 yards in a game can you name in five minutes?
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 / CincinnatiBengalsCommunity / September 18
Bengals OC reveals why Ja’Marr Chase wasn’t used more in Tampa Bay win
One of the biggest takeaways from the Cincinnati Bengals’ Week 1 win over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers was how little Ja’Marr Chase got involved in the passing game.
Cincinnati Bengals News / Athlon Sports / September 18
Cincinnati Bengals Have a Clear Texans Blueprint — if the Tackles Hold
The Cincinnati Bengals expect quarterback Joe Burrow (back) to play Sunday, September 20, but their offensive ceiling against Houston will rest with the protection in front of him.
NFL News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / September 18
Texans Injuries Place More Pressure on Bengals Tackles Ahead of Sunday's Clash
The Bengals face the Texans and their vaunted defense in Houston this Sunday. However, they have suffered a litany of injuries this week in Houston that could force them to rely heavily on their talented pass rush.
Tacario Davis News / CincinnatiBengalsCommunity / September 18
'He almost had a pick': Ja’Marr Chase can’t wait to see Bengals rookie develop
The Cincinnati Bengals have plenty of young talent in defense, and one rookie has already caught the attention of star wide receiver Ja’Marr Chase. Speaking on the latest episode of his Chasing No.
Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / September 18
The Cincinnati Bengals Linebackers Flashing Big Improvement Following Week 1
En route to the Cincinnati Bengals’ 6-11 2025 record, a linebacker corps of rookies, Barrett Carter and Demetrius Knight Jr. often found themselves in
Joe Burrow News / CincinnatiBengalsCommunity / September 18
Ja’Marr Chase Addresses Week 1 Performance After Joe Burrow Failed to Target Him
Ja’Marr Chase had a remarkably quiet afternoon during the Cincinnati Bengals’ 33-27 victory over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The star receiver finished with just two receptions for 12 yards, immediately prompting questions about his involvement.
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.
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 17
Jon Gruden brutally calls Bengals a 'paper champion' ahead of Week 2
The Cincinnati Bengals are 1-0. Jon Gruden is not impressed.
Shemar Stewart News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / September 17
Bengals Edge Rusher Shemar Stewart Eager To Join the 'Party' Sunday at Houston
Cincinnati Bengals defensive end Shemar Stewart is expecting to make his season debut Sunday in Houston. And while he’ll be less than two hours away from where he starred at Texas A&M, the true homecoming for the 2025 first-round pick will be his return to the field more than his college stomping grounds.
Joe Burrow News / A to Z Sports / September 17
Cincinnati Bengals’ latest injury report for Week 2 doesn’t tell the full story about where Joe Burrow is at
Joe Burrow’s official participation level from Thursday’s practice did not change from Wednesday, but there’s optimism about where Burrow is at with his back tightness.
Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / September 17
Referee Report: Sunday's White Hat Led League in Offensive Holding Penalties in 2025
The Cincinnati Bengals’ third-longest referee drought will come to an end Sunday in Houston with Adrian Hill working the game. The last time Hill worked a Bengals game was the 2025 season opener in Cleveland.
Cincinnati Bengals News / Yardbarker / September 17
Ja'Marr Chase gets brutally honest about frustrating Bengals opener
Ja'Marr Chase isn't going to pretend he enjoyed catching only two passes in the Cincinnati Bengals' season-opening win over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
Joe Burrow News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 17
Everybody thinks Joe Burrow’s o-line has stunk over years, but Texans GM calls BS
The Cincinnati Bengals face a difficult challenge in Week 2 of the 2026 NFL season. Cincinnati will go head-to-head with Houston and could be without QB Joe Burrow due to a back injury.
Cincinnati Bengals News / Athlon Sports / September 17
Bengals Power Rankings Roundup: Bengals' Defense Sparks Ahead of Week 2
The Bengals opened the 2026 with a 33-27 win over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, a result that represented more than just another victory. Cincinnati’s revamped defense forced four turnovers, including three fumbles from Baker Mayfield, and returned one for a touchdown.
Erick All News / TWSN / September 17
Erick All Deserves More Buzz: NFL Week One Underrated Players
While everyone can get caught up in the talent of the Bengals Wide Receivers, there’s another player who is going to help take this offense to the next level.
Joe Burrow News / Yardbarker / September 17
Ian Rapoport sounds alarm about Bengals' Joe Burrow after back injury
How big an issue is Burrow's latest ailment?
Cincinnati Bengals News / TWSN / September 17
Orlando Brown Jr. Praises Cincinnati Bengals’ Overlooked Offensive Weapon
The Cincinnati Bengals have no shortage of recognizable offensive talent. Whether it is Joe Burrow, Ja’Marr Chase, Tee Higgins, or Chase Brown, they all get roughly the same attention from the fans when talking about the offensive star power that Cincinnati has.
Orlando Brown News / TWSN / September 17
Orlando Brown Jr Reveals How the Cincinnati Bengals Secured Their First Win
The Cincinnati Bengals were able to secure the victory in Week 1 of the 2026 NFL season by beating the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, 33-27. While on paper this will be just a win, it was one that meant more than just being 1-0.
Joe Burrow News / Yardbarker / September 17
Joe Burrow's worrying admission could spoil Bengals' positive start
On Wednesday, Joe Burrow put a damper on a promising start to the season for the Cincinnati Bengals when the seven-year veteran quarterback "told reporters that he is dealing with 'back tightness," according to ESPN NFL insider Adam Schefter.
McKinnley Jackson News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 15
49ers Signing DL McKinnley Jackson
CBS Sports’ Matt Zenitz reports the 49ers are signing DL McKinnley Jackson to the practice squad. It’s worth noting Jackson took a visit with the 49ers before the regular season started.
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 14
Bill Simmons doesn't hold back on 'egregiously dumb' Baker Mayfield
Mayfield completed 23 of 28 passes for 216 yards with no scores or interceptions in Week 1, but he lost three fumbles that ultimately led to 17 points.
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