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Bengals Land Two Conference Player of the Week Awards in Rare Scenario Across Team History

The Bengals boast a pair of AFC Players of the Week following the 35-13 Week 7 win over Baltimore. Joe Burrow is the AFC Offensive Player of the Week, and Ryan Rehkow is the AFC Special Teams Player of the Week.

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Bengals Player Profile: Ryan Rehkow has a case for Cincinnati’s most underrated player

Ryan Rehkow’s name belongs in the discussion as one of the Cincinnati Bengals’ best players. He has no one in his way to play out his contract year, and becoming the punter and holder of the long-term future.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / December 16

Bengals' Ryan Rehkow on Verge of Being Franchise's First Punter to Lead NFL in Average in More Than 4 Decades

CINCINNATI – Who says the last three games are meaningless for the Cincinnati Bengals? An NFL title could be on the line. A punting title, that is. Bengals punter Ryan Rehkow moved into first place in average yards per punt after Week 5 against Detroit, and he’s stayed in first place ever since.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Pro Football Talk / October 9, 2025

Obscure kickoff rule gave Lions first-and-goal after Bengals' onside kick went too far

At the end of a blowout that few fans were still watching on Sunday, an obscure aspect of the NFL's kickoff rules led to a highly unusual situation. With less than two minutes remaining in the game, Bengals quarterback Jake Browning was sacked in the end zone for a safety, giving the Lions a 37-24 lead.

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The 'NFL's active rushing leaders' quiz

Can you name the active NFL players with at least 3,000 rushing yards through the end of the 2025 season?

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Cincinnati Bengals News / Stripe Hype / September 21, 2025

3 embarrassing stats that tell the tale of Bengals' stomach-churning loss in Minnesota

Well...at least Ryan Rehkow has a good leg? That's about the only thing anyone can say that's positive for the Bengals. Oh, and Kris Jenkins had his best day as a pro.

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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.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / September 16, 2025

Bengals Punter Ryan Rehkow Off to 1 of 2 Best Starts to a Career in NFL History

CINCINNATI – Cincinnati Bengals punter Ryan Rehkow is at it again. Through two weeks, Rehkow is just three-tenths of a yard shy of the league lead in gross punting average.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Stripe Hype / February 19, 2025

Ryan Rehkow shares key areas of improvement after contract extension

Punter Ryan Rehkow turned heads as a rookie in Cincinnati last season. Rehkow's set Bengals single-season records and led all rookie in both gross punting average (49.1) and net average (42.9).

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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.

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Cincinnati Bengals News / Field Level Media / February 18, 2025

Bengals sign P Ryan Rehkow to 2-year extension

The Cincinnati Bengals signed punter Ryan Rehkow to a two-year contract extension that spans through the 2026 season. The agreement -- but not the financial terms -- was announced Tuesday by the Bengals, who are looking to sign wide receivers Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins as well as star defensive end Trey Hendrickson to long-term deals.

Cincinnati Bengals News / A to Z Sports / February 18, 2025

Bengals take an extra step to reward one of their best rookies from last season and end a yearly problem they've had to face

The Cincinnati Bengals have their punter for the next two years. Cincinnati announced punter Ryan Rehkow has signed a two-year contract extension, keeping him in town through the 2026 season.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / January 21, 2025

Bengals Punter Ryan Rehkow Makes PFWA All-Rookie Team

Ryan Rehkow added more recognition for his strong rookie season Tuesday. He earned a spot on the Pro Football Writer's Association's All-Rookie team. The booming rookie cemented his hold on the Bengals punter job with a 49.1-yard average punt total (11th in the NFL).

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / January 9, 2025

Bengals Punter Ryan Rehkow Makes PFF All-Rookie Team

Cincinnati had one player make PFF's All-Rookie team for the 2024 season. Punter Ryan Rehkow eclipsed Bears punter Tory Taylor to make the squad. Rehkow ended up having a strong rookie season with a 49.1-yard average punt total (11th in the NFL).

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / October 10, 2024

'Biggest Mess Up I've Ever Had' - Cincinnati Bengals Punter Ryan Rehkow Details Emotions, Reactions After FG Flub

CINCINNATI – No one hates the fact that Ryan Rehkow dropped the ball on a game-winning field goal attempt any more than he does. And no one is dwelling on it any less than he is.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / October 6, 2024

Evan McPherson Shoulders Blame, But Ryan Rehkow's Botched Hold Costs Bengals in Overtime Loss to Ravens

The Bengals should've beat the Ravens on Sunday. Joe Burrow threw for a career-high five touchdowns. They had a 10-point fourth quarter lead. And even after they had a turnover and stalled on offense at the end regulation, the Ravens gifted them another chance.

NFL News / Stripe Hype / October 6, 2024

Recent roster decision doomed Bengals in overtime loss to rival Ravens

The Cincinnati Bengals made a somewhat surprising roster decision in the week leading up to their Week 5 matchup with the Baltimore Ravens as the team waived second-year punter Brad Robbins in favor of undrafted rookie Ryan Rehkow.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincy Jungle / October 5, 2024

Darrin Simmons shares high praise for rookie punter Ryan Rehkow

The Bengals rookie punter has been stellar to start the 2024 season. As the Cincinnati Bengals continue working to get the season back on track. After an 0-3 start, the team has some fun bright spots that have shined through four games.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / October 3, 2024

'The Most Powerful Guy I've Ever Coached' - Darrin Simmons Praises Cincinnati Bengals Rookie Punter Ryan Rehkow

CINCINNATI – Darrin Simmons has been a special teams coach in the NFL for more than a quarter of a century, and he’s never seen anyone like Ryan Rehkow.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Pro Football Rumors / September 30, 2024

Bengals set for punter decision after activating former starter

A quad injury sidelined the young specialist, but he will return to the Bengals’ 53-man roster, which now houses two punters.

NFL Week 4 winners: Commanders offense keeps rolling; Sam Darnold stays unbeaten

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Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincy Jungle / September 8, 2024

Ryan Rehkow breaks Bengals punting record in first career game

The offense hasn’t looked very good so far, but their rookie free agent punter has shown he has a leg. Joe Burrow and the Cincinnati Bengals offense haven’t been able to get things moving on offense yet in their Week 1 game against the New England Patriots.

Cincinnati Bengals News / A to Z Sports / August 8, 2024

Bengals Roster Breakdown: Ryan Rehkow is on track to being the surprise of Cincinnati's offseason

Throughout the summer leading up to the regular season, we will go through the entire 2024 Cincinnati Bengals roster. Every single day until the season opener against the New England Patriots, we will break down a player on the roster including his background, contract status, and path towards making the team.

NFL News / BYU Cougars on SI / July 27, 2024