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Overpaid Bengals starter embarking on sink or swim test & fans are watching closely

The Cincinnati Bengals sure could use somebody else in their defensive end group to step up and help superstar pass-rusher Trey Hendrickson. Unfortunately, the most promising candidate to do that by a long shot will be sidelined in Week 3 and perhaps longer.

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Doctor Weighs in on Joe Burrow's Chances of Returning for Bengals This Season

Bengals head coach Zac Taylor made it clear on Wednesday that star quarterback Joe Burrow hasn't been ruled out for the remainder of the 2025 season. Burrow suffered a grade 3 turf toe injury that requires surgery and is expected to miss a minimum of three months.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Stripe Hype / September 18

Javon Hargrave is the one opponent who could wreck the Bengals in Week 3

The Cincinnati Bengals should have an advantage when their defense is on the field against the Minnesota Vikings. Yes, “should” is doing much of the heavy lifting in that sentence.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / September 18

Bengals Breakdown: Analyzing Orlando Brown Jr.'s Week 2 Performance vs Josh Hines-Allen

One of the key matchups going into Week 2 was Bengals left tackle Orlando Brown Jr. against Jaguars star pass rusher Josh Hines-Allen. Hines-Allen accumulated 67 pressures and eight sacks in 2024.

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The 'Active three-TD catch NFL games' quiz

How many of the active NFL players to catch at least three touchdowns in a single contest can you name in five minutes?

The 'Most receiving yards in an NFL game by franchise' quiz

The 'NFL receiving leaders since 2020' quiz

The 'Most TD passes without an NFL playoff berth' quiz

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25 NFL players who could retire after the 2025 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 2025 season.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / September 17

Despite Strong Similarities to 2023, Bengals QB Jake Browning Leaning into Differences as He Takes Reins Again

CINCINNATI – The comparisons to 2023 are obvious. The Cincinnati Bengals have a winning record, a lot of talent and aspirations that go well beyond just making the postseason, then starting quarterback Joe Burrow goes down with a serious injury, thrusting backup Jake Browning into the role.

NFL News / Stadium Rant / September 17

3 Bengals Vs Jaguars Week 2 Fantasy Takeaways

After the Cincinnati Bengals’ 31-27 victory over the Jacksonville Jaguars on Sunday, the biggest story was that Joe Burrow will be out for three months.

Jake Browning News / Stripe Hype / September 17

Bengals' Jake Browning rated among NFL's elite in backup QB rankings

The Cincinnati Bengals' season took a major turn this past Sunday, as Joe Burrow went down with a turf toe injury and backup quarterback Jake Browning came to the rescue in a 31-27 win over the Jaguars.

Cincinnati Bengals News / A to Z Sports / September 17

Bengals Injury Report: Rookie misses first practice of the season while two starters go limited

It was just a week ago when the Cincinnati Bengals had full practice participation and Joe Burrow was healthy. That's life in the NFL for you. The Bengals released their longest injury report of the young season Wednesday.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Field Level Media / September 17

Bengals optimistic QB Joe Burrow will return this season

Until Joe Burrow completes surgery for a turf toe injury on his left foot, Cincinnati Bengals coach Zac Taylor intends to hold the door wide open for the quarterback to return.

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25 NFL quarterbacks from the 2000s who you already forgot about

As years go by, it's easy to forget some of the players who suited up on the gridiron. While the quarterback is the one position in the NFL that is under