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Bengals Defense Takes Big Steps in Opener, but Missed Tackles Still an Issue

Bengals Defense Takes Big Steps in Opener, but Missed Tackles Still an Issue

The Cincinnati Bengals pulled off a statistical anomaly Sunday in their 33-27 season-opening win against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, recording four sacks and recovering four fumbles in a game for just the third time in franchise history.

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 / A to Z Sports / September 15
Zac Taylor confirms a good week for the Bengals just got better following win over Buccaneers

Zac Taylor confirms a good week for the Bengals just got better following win over Buccaneers

The Cincinnati Bengals are feeling good about being 1-0 to start the 2026 season. They’re also feeling physically good across the board as well. The Cincinnati Bengals are feeling good about being 1-0 to start the 2026 season.

Dexter Lawrence News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / September 15
Bengals Fans Shouldn't Panic About Dexter Lawrence After 'Quiet' Week 1

Bengals Fans Shouldn't Panic About Dexter Lawrence After 'Quiet' Week 1

If you were to ask the average NFL fan, they would probably say that Dexter Lawrence was quiet in Week 1 for the Cincinnati Bengals. He didn't show up on the stat sheet much, as he didn't record a sack or force a fumble.

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The '5+ rushing-TD NFL seasons' quiz

The '5+ rushing-TD NFL seasons' quiz

How many of the players to rush for at least five touchdowns in six or more seasons since the AFL/NFL merger (1970) can you name in eight minutes?

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Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / September 15
4 Most Impressive Players From Bengals' Week 1 Win Over Buccaneers

4 Most Impressive Players From Bengals' Week 1 Win Over Buccaneers

The Cincinnati Bengals held on to a 33-27 win over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Week 1 after they scored a defensive touchdown and forced four fumbles from the Buccaneers offense.

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When will every NFL team lose its first game in 2026?

When will every NFL team lose its first game in 2026?

All 32 teams have hope for a perfect 17-0 regular season as another year begins, but the odds aren't in their favor. As the season opens, we predict the first loss for each team in 2026.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / September 14
Bengals Coaches, Players Discuss Onslaught of Offsides Penalties in Season Opener

Bengals Coaches, Players Discuss Onslaught of Offsides Penalties in Season Opener

The Cincinnati Bengals became the first team in seven seasons to commit four defensive offsides penalties in a game during Sunday’s season-opening 33-27 victory against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

NFL News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / September 14
Bengals' Amarius Mims Kicks Off All-Pro Quest with Dominant Performance vs. Buccaneers, Bain

Bengals' Amarius Mims Kicks Off All-Pro Quest with Dominant Performance vs. Buccaneers, Bain

Despite the Tampa Bay Buccaneers blitzing the Cincinnati Bengals on 45.9 percent of quarterback Joe Burrow’s dropbacks in Sunday’s season opener at Paycor Stadium, the pass protection allowed just seven pressures and one sack, none of which were surrendered by right tackle Amarius Mims.

Mike Gesicki News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / September 14
Mike Gesicki Saved From Brink of Death by Bengals Teammate Ahead of 2026 Season

Mike Gesicki Saved From Brink of Death by Bengals Teammate Ahead of 2026 Season

Bengals starting center Ted Karras appeared on the Fitz & Whit Podcast recently and told a scary story tied to Week 1 Bengals star Mike Gesicki. The veterans were eating steaks together, and Gesicki started choking, prompting Karras to perform the Heimlich maneuver on his teammate.

NFL News / Yardbarker / September 14
Bengals HC refuses to panic over troubling Joe Burrow trend

Bengals HC Zac Taylor refuses to panic over troubling Joe Burrow trend

Joe Burrow throwing an interception won't make anyone in Cincinnati panic. Four pick-sixes since the start of last season, though? That's at least enough to ask the question.

Russell Wilson warns Bengals of an ugly Joe Burrow scenario
Buccaneers' Baker Mayfield sends fresh warning to Browns after loss to Bengals
NFL Week 1 winners, losers: T.J. Watt dominates; huge day for star RBs
NFL Week 1 lowlights: Worst loss, quarterback performance and more
The 'Most TD passes without the playoffs' quiz
Joe Burrow News / CincinnatiBengalsCommunity / September 14
NFL analyst reveals why Joe Burrow and the Bengals are set for a huge season

NFL analyst reveals why Joe Burrow and the Bengals are set for a huge season

The Cincinnati Bengals entered 2026 with high hopes around Joe Burrow and their offense. Yet their defense may decide how far they go. Cincinnati added new pieces on defense this offseason.

Dexter Lawrence News / A to Z Sports / September 14
Judgement of Dexter Lawrence II’s Bengals debut becomes undeniable upon looking closer at the details

Judgement of Dexter Lawrence II’s Bengals debut becomes undeniable upon looking closer at the details

If you didn’t watch the Cincinnati Bengals take down the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Week 1, you probably don’t know how impactful Dexter Lawrence II was in Cincinnati’s victory.

NFL News / Yardbarker
The significant NFL players returning from injury in 2026

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.

Cincinnati Bengals News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 14
NFL insider drives Bengals hype train after Week 1 win without ‘Supermen’ balling out

NFL insider drives Bengals hype train after Week 1 win without ‘Supermen’ balling out

The Cincinnati Bengals started the 2026 season with a huge victory on Sunday. Cincinnati defeated Tampa bay 33-27 on the backs of their improved defense.

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 The '4,500-yard, 15-INT NFL seasons' quiz
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 The 'Most 10-TD catch NFL seasons' quiz
Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / September 14
New Bengals Stars WOW With Pro Football Focus Grades Against Buccaneers

New Bengals Stars WOW With Pro Football Focus Grades Against Buccaneers

Pro Football Focus released its grades for the Bengals following their 33-27 Week 1 win over Tampa Bay. Starting on offense, Mike Gesicki's five-catch 78-yard performance led to the top mark for that unit at 90.1 overall.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / September 14
One Key to a Bengals Victory Over Texans and Their Dominant Defense

One Key to a Bengals Victory Over Texans and Their Dominant Defense

The Cincinnati Bengals earned a huge win over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Week 1 of the regular season on Sunday. The Bengals won this game while Ja'Marr Chase was practically silent, and Joe Burrow threw a pick six.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / September 14
Bengals Week 1 Snap Counts vs. Buccaneers: Mike Gesicki’s big day was even more impressive than you think

Bengals Week 1 Snap Counts vs. Buccaneers: Mike Gesicki’s big day was even more impressive than you think

Vibes are high in the Queen City as the Cincinnati Bengals are 1-0 after defeating the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, 33-27, in the season-opener. Here are the first snap counts of the Bengals’ 2026 season.

NFL News / Yardbarker / September 14
Bill Simmons doesn't hold back on 'egregiously dumb' Baker Mayfield

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.

Baker Mayfield reveals frustrating issue that plagued Buccaneers in loss to Bengals
The 'Most two passing touchdown NFL games' quiz
Joe Burrow News / Larry Brown Sports / September 14
Russell Wilson warns Bengals of an ugly Joe Burrow scenario

Russell Wilson warns Bengals of an ugly Joe Burrow scenario

Now that he’s retired and transitioning into a media role, former NFL quarterback Russell Wilson is learning the art of hot takes. Before the Cincinnati Bengals’ Week 1 matchup against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Sunday at Paycor Stadium in Cincinnati, Ohio, Wilson praised quarterback Joe Burrow’s qualities but dropped a warning to Cincy.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / September 14
Bengals Offensive Line Dominates Trenches Against Buccaneers During Week 1 Win

Bengals Offensive Line Dominates Trenches Against Buccaneers During Week 1 Win

The Bengals offensive line looked dominant against what is on paper a strong Tampa defensive line in Sunday's 33-27 win. SumerSports confirmed that even though the Buccaneers blitzed on almost half of Joe Burrow's dropbacks, they managed only a 29.7% pressure rate.

Zac Taylor News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / September 14
Zac Taylor Hands Out Game Balls All Over The Roster Following 33-27 Win Over Tampa Bay

Zac Taylor Hands Out Game Balls All Over The Roster Following 33-27 Win Over Tampa Bay

The Bengals got a home win to open the 2026 season, and it led to a fun game-ball session from head coach Zac Taylor after beating the Buccaneers 33-27.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / September 14
Bengals Open as Rare Betting Underdogs in Houston Amidst Projected Easy 2026 Schedule

Bengals Open as Rare Betting Underdogs in Houston Amidst Projected Easy 2026 Schedule

The Bengals are facing one of their rare betting underdog challenges of the entire regular season this week. Cincinnati is trying to win back-to-back games across the opening weeks in consecutive seasons, and they are three-point underdogs to do so.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / A to Z Sports / September 14
Bengals’ condemned position group proved to be the ultimate difference in Week 1 victory over Buccaneers

Bengals’ condemned position group proved to be the ultimate difference in Week 1 victory over Buccaneers

The Cincinnati Bengals have traditionally succeeded on offense despite their offensive line. Sunday’s Week 1 win over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers proved the inverse is possible.

Joe Burrow News / The Spun / September 13
Russell Wilson: This Could Be Joe Burrow's Final Season In Cincinnati

Russell Wilson: This Could Be Joe Burrow's Final Season In Cincinnati

Former Pro Bowl quarterback Russell Wilson made his debut on The NFL Today on CBS on Sunday and began his broadcasting tenure with a pretty hot take regarding one of the league’s most popular quarterbacks.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Viral Sports News / September 13
Cincinnati Bengals Defender Turns Heads With Pregame Outfit

Cincinnati Bengals Defender Turns Heads With Pregame Outfit

Cincinnati Bengals rookie defensive tackle Landon Robinson turned heads before he even reached the field for his first NFL regular-season game. The seventh-round

Cincinnati Bengals News / CincinnatiBengalsCommunity / September 13
Bengals injury update: Former 1st-round pick set to miss season opener

Bengals injury update: Former 1st-round pick set to miss season opener

The Cincinnati Bengals will likely play their season opener without a key defensive piece when they face the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Defensive end Shemar Stewart is doubtful after missing Friday’s practice with a knee injury.

Cincinnati Bengals News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 12

Bengals Elevate Two Players For Season-Opener

The Cincinnati Bengals officially elevated LB Joe Giles-Harris and TE Tanner Hudson to their active roster for Week 1’s season opener against the Buccaneers.  Giles-Harris, 29, signed with the Jaguars as an undrafted free agent out of Duke in 2019.

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