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Shemar Stewart hype keeps growing as Bengals rookie dominates training camp

The Cincinnati Bengals, in classic penny-pinching fashion, managed to put first-round rookie pass rusher Shemar Stewart under duress by refusing to agree to a contract for a longer time than most due to confrontations over guaranteed money.

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Former Bengals draft pick clinging to new life after signing with Browns

Amid all of the drama that's unfolded over the course of this offseason and had seeped into training camp is a whole lot of positive for the Cincinnati Bengals.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincy Jungle / August 4

Bengals ranked as the No. 1 non-playoff team poised to return to the postseason

The Bengals have the talent to easily make a return to the playoffs this season. The 2024 Cincinnati Bengals may be one of the most talented teams in NFL history to miss the NFL Playoffs.

Tee Higgins News / A to Z Sports / August 4

Tee Higgins' reflection of past trade request reveals why his efforts to stay with the Bengals ultimately succeeded

Signing Tee Higgins to a four-year, $115 million contract was an effort that took the Cincinnati Bengals half as long as the contract itself. Cincinnati started negotiations with its 2020 second-round draft pick back in early 2023.

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Can you name the 28 NFL players who have scored 100 or more touchdowns over the course of their careers? Five minutes are on the clock.

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Cincinnati Bengals News / Stripe Hype / August 4

Young Bengals stud rises from probable draft bust to training camp darling

The Cincinnati Bengals have struggled to back up an epic two-year run that featured a trip to Super Bowl LVI and an AFC Championship Game bid. Consecutive 9-8 seasons have left them on the outside looking in at the playoffs, with a lack of immediate impact from their drafts looming as a big reason.

Trey Hendrickson News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 4

Update On Bengals Contract Talks With DE Trey Hendrickson

Sports Illustrated’s Albert Breer reported Monday that he gets the sense that the Bengals and DE Trey Hendrickson have closed the gap on average annual salary in contract negotiations, with Breer saying the team is well above $30 million per year and closer to the top of the market than people think.

Geno Stone News / Cincy Jungle / August 4

Geno Stone looking to prove Bengals were right to not look for new safety

Last year wasn’t great, but it started on an upward trend. Is that enough? It seemed like the Cincinnati Bengals made the right move when they brought in Geno Stone as a free agent safety.

NFL News / Cincy Jungle / August 4

Bengals vs. Eagles time, TV channel, online stream, radio, and more

How to watch the Bengals' first preseason action of the 2025 season. The Cincinnati Bengals get to start the 2025 NFL preseason off against the Philadelphia Eagles, who won the Super Bowl last season.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / August 4

Former Cincinnati Bengals Veteran Signing With AFC North Rival

Former Bengals running back Trayveon Williams is returning to the AFC North. Just days after he was released by the Patriots, Williams is signing with Cleveland according to NFL insider Aaron Wilson.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / August 4

Bengals Announce 2025 Stripe The Jungle Game Date At Paycor Stadium

The Cincinnati Bengals announced what's becoming an annual Stripe The Jungle event for the Oct. 5 matchup against Detroit inside Paycor Stadium in Cincinnati, Ohio.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Stripe Hype / August 4

Bengals superstar drills down why “sky’s the limit” for offense in 2025

It's easy to envision why the Cincinnati Bengals' offense wouldn't have a clearly defined ceiling for any given season. The mere presence of an elite quarterback in Joe Burrow and a Triple Crown wide receiver in Ja'Marr Chase alone give the Bengals arguably the most dynamic passing game combo in the NFL.

Cincinnati Bengals News / A to Z Sports / August 4

Bengals 2025 Roster Breakdown: Samaje Perine has a familiar purpose in second go-around with Cincinnati

Bengals roster breakdown is back! During the 99 days leading up to Cincinnati’s regular season opener against the Cleveland Browns, the player with the matching jersey number as days remaining will become the day’s highlighted player.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Stripe Hype / August 4

Top takeaways from Bengals DC Al Golden's fiery training camp press conference

The Cincinnati Bengals' new-look defense may still be waiting for Godot, er, Trey Hendrickson to hit the field, but defensive coordinator Al Golden appears to be making the absolute most of who he has at his disposal.

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Shemar Stewart News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 4

How Bengals rookie Shemar Stewart is ‘popping’ after settling contract dispute

While Cincinnati Bengals fans eagerly await news on the Trey Hendrickson contract front, the team is sure happy to have resolved things with another pass rusher: rookie Shemar Stewart.

Shemar Stewart News / A to Z Sports / August 4

Bengals' first depth chart highlights winners from two weeks of training camp practices including Shemar Stewart

Preseason Week 1 has arrived for the Cincinnati Bengals, which means a mandatory team depth chart has been released into the ether. I use "mandatory" as a descriptor because it's the only one that matters.

Cincinnati Bengals News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 4

Bengals rumors: How Cincinnati will somehow ‘expand’ Ja’Marr Chase usage

The Cincinnati Bengals enter NFL training camp with some of the biggest questions in the league. Trey Hendrickson still has not practiced as he negotiates a new contract.

Tee Higgins News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / August 4

Cincinnati Bengals Making Key Change With Tee Higgins This Season

When the Bengals signed Tee Higgins to a four-year, $115 million contract in March, it wasn't just about keeping the band together. It was about keeping Higgins in Cincinnati for his prime years.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / August 4

National Analyst Bullish in Big Bengals' Bounce Back in Key Area This Season

CINCINNATI --- Steve Palazzolo broke down X-factors for the Cincinnati Bengals defense on he and Sam Monson's Check the Mic Show recently and noted the key changes to the Bengals defensive coaching staff and raw talent that the team has in the trenches and secondary.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Last Word On Sports / August 4

Cincinnati Bengals Beat: Week 1 Training Camp News and Notes

The Cincinnati Bengals wrapped up their highly anticipated workout in Paycor Stadium on Saturday, and it’s been a productive first week for the orange and black.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Yardbarker / August 4

Significant concern emerges for Bengals, Joe Burrow

The Bengals are looking to bounce back from a disappointing season and capitalize on talented quarterback Joe Burrow and an offense stocked with elite playmakers. But it sounds like a concern has emerged that could derail the potent attack.

Bengals have 'most surprising development' surface at training camp

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Cincinnati Bengals News / Yardbarker / August 3

Bengals have 'most surprising development' surface at training camp

The Cincinnati Bengals are seeing a big push at training camp from a unit they desperately need better play from in the upcoming season.

Bengals bolster offense with reported addition of veteran tight end

How Bengals' Zack Moss decision impacts their RB room

Joe Burrow gives Bengals fans reason to be excited about upcoming season

Projecting the stingiest NFL defenses in 2025, from first to worst

The 'NFL sack leaders by season' quiz

Cincinnati Bengals News / Last Word On Sports / August 3

Cincinnati Bengals to Rock Iconic Look in Home Opener Again in 2025

With just a few weeks to go until the Cincinnati Bengals take the field to try to get back to the playoffs, the organization has announced what the team is set to wear in Week 2, the franchise home opener for the 2025 season.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Yardbarker / July 31