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Joe Burrow Compares 2026 Bengals to 2019 LSU

During his end-of-minicamp press conference, Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow explicitly compared the team’s 2026 vibe and championship dreams to his unforgettable 2019 LSU Tigers squad.

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Bengals 53-man Roster Projection: How OTAs and mandatory minicamp can foreshadow what final cuts will look like

The Cincinnati Bengals wrapped up their offseason workout program this week. Here’s how the last month of work has shaped the roster. The Cincinnati Bengals are entering the last stage of the offseason.

Brian Parker II News / A to Z Sports / June 19

Bengals Player Profile: Brian Parker II brings much needed offensive line versatility back home to Cincinnati

Brian Parker is the new Swiss Army Knife of the Cincinnati Bengals’ offensive line. Whatever his first role is, there is no doubt about his chances of making the 53-man roster.

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The 'Game-winning-drives record by team' quiz

How many of the QB's with the most game-winning drives in one season for each NFL franchise can you name in five minutes?

The 'NFL completion-leaders by season' quiz

The '4K-yard, 30-TD NFL seasons' quiz

The 'Passing-TD record by NFL team' quiz

Cincinnati Bengals News / Yardbarker / June 18

Former player puts pressure on Bengals with easy 2026 schedule

As the 2026 NFL season inches closer, a lot of eyes will be on the Cincinnati Bengals to see if they can finally return to the postseason after some trying years.

Joe Burrow shares bold comparison for 2026 Bengals

Insider links Stefon Diggs with intriguing team

Stefon Diggs, Brandon Aiyuk get good news amid Commanders rumors

The '2024-25 NFL passing-yard leaders' quiz

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The greatest all-time linebacker in for every NFL franchise

Yardbarker's best-of NFL positional series continues with linebackers. This does not cover pure pass-rushing threats -- we will get to them -- but rather true off-ball defenders who thrived as traditional inside and outside 'backers.

Myles Murphy News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / June 18

Al Golden Reveals Expectations for Bengals DE Myles Murphy Ahead of 2026 Season

Cincinnati Bengals defensive end Myles Murphy is set to enter his fourth season with the club after being drafted out of Clemson in the 2023 NFL Draft with the No.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / June 18

Fresh off leaving the AFC North, Myles Garrett tells the unbiased truth about Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow

Myles Garrett terrorized the Cincinnati Bengals and quarterback Joe Burrow for many years when he was on the Cleveland Browns. The fear and admiration went both ways.

Dexter Lawrence News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / June 18

Bengals Receive Major Praise From NFL Executives for Dexter Lawrence Trade

It's no secret that one of the boldest moves of the 2026 NFL offseason was the Cincinnati Bengals trading for star defensive lineman Dexter Lawrence — and the early reaction from league personnel is positive.

Joe Burrow News / Yardbarker / June 18

Joe Burrow mentions 2019 LSU team to show confidence in 2026 Bengals

As Burrow, 29, is approaching his seventh NFL season, he's doing it with supreme belief and an offseason feeling he hasn't felt since college.

Joe Burrow shares bold comparison for 2026 Bengals

NFL insider shares new warning for Ravens amid Lamar Jackson contract situation

NFL insider suggests Eagles are ready to make stunning Lamar Jackson move amid Jalen Hurts rumors

The 'Playoff QBs and coaches from the 1990 NFL season' quiz

Joe Burrow News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Most TDs without making the playoffs' quiz

How many of the quarterbacks in NFL history that have thrown at least 30 touchdowns and missed the playoffs can you name in five minutes?

Brian Parker II News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / June 18

Brian Parker II Instantly Forgot Draft Slide When Bengals Drafted Him

New Bengals rookie lineman Brian Parker II had to wait for his time of glory on draft day as he slid all the way to the sixth round. Many projections had him going earlier on Day 3.

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The way-too-early 2027 NFL first-round mock draft

With the 2026 draft in the books, teams are already looking toward 2027. Here's our way-too-early 2027 NFL mock draft, as of April 27, 2026.

Let's tap the brakes on the hype for Arch Manning for 2027 NFL Draft

Round 1 of the 2027 NFL Draft projected to be top-heavy with QBs

Five non-quarterback stars to know before 2027 NFL Draft

2026 NFL Draft: First-round grades

25 late-round draft picks who will impact the 2026 NFL season

Cincinnati Bengals News / A to Z Sports / June 18

Bengals Player Profile: Jack Endries has more long-term importance than a seventh-round pick should have

Jack Endries was not supposed to be drafted as late as he was by the Cincinnati Bengals. His draft status is the only thing holding him back now. We’re 71 days away from the Cincinnati Bengals’ preseason finale against the Philadelphia Eagles.

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The 'Game-winning-drives record by team' quiz

The 'Last cycle by MLB team' quiz

The 'Conn Smythe Trophy winners' quiz

The 'NBA Finals MVPs' quiz

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / June 18

The Bengals Tied an NFL Record By Giving Up 9 Defensive TDs Last Year, But History Suggests 2026 Will Be Different

The Cincinnati Bengals gave up 492 points last year, the third most in the league. But not all of them were the fault of the defense. In fact, an NFL-record number of them were given away by the offense.

Zac Taylor News / A to Z Sports / June 17

Zac Taylor excited about a problem he’s lucky the Cincinnati Bengals have exiting the offseason workout program

The Cincinnati Bengals invested plenty of cash in veteran free agents. The influx of new leaders, however, is going to give head coach Zac Taylor a problem he’s happy to have.

Joe Burrow News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / June 17

Joe Burrow Breaks Down Mental Improvements and Post Practice Reps

Joe Burrow has consistently improved as an NFL player each year he has been in the league. Now, it appears as though the Bengals star quarterback has prioritized improvement mentally as he enters his 30s in the league.

NFL News / Yardbarker / June 17

Joe Burrow shares bold comparison for 2026 Bengals

In 2019, Joe Burrow guided the Bayou Bengals at LSU to one of the greatest national championship seasons in college football history. Heading into the 2026 season, he's seeing similarities to that squad in the Cincinnati Bengals.

Bengals executive explains Zac Taylor, Duke Tobin decisions amid team's playoff drought

Steelers get warning on Aaron Rodgers before 2026 season

Steelers reportedly making Brendan Sorsby moves after supplemental draft decision

AFC North unanswered questions: Lamar Jackson's contract looms for Ravens

The 'Most catches in an NFL season' quiz

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / June 17