Cincinnati Bengals: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Tee Higgins News / Athlon Sports / November 5

Tee Higgins Has Warning About Ex-Bengals Star Days Before Facing Falcons in Madrid

The Cincinnati Bengals are coming off a thrilling 43-36 overtime win over the Tennessee Titans. But their Week 9 trip across the Atlantic has a very familiar hurdle waiting on the back end of Atlanta’s defense.

Cincinnati Bengals News / NFL on ClutchPoints / November 5

Bengals vs. Falcons bold predictions for NFL Madrid Game in Week 9

The NFL’s international schedule is back on in Week 9. Cincinnati and Atlanta will do battle in Spain in a game that could deliver plenty of fireworks for fans.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / November 5

Bengals defense gets great news during first real practice in Spain ahead of international game against Falcons

The Cincinnati Bengals released their second injury report ahead of their Week 9 matchup against the Atlanta Falcons. The Bengals had their first official practice in Madrid, Spain on Thursday, taking place in early in the morning in terms of Cincinnati time.

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Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / November 5

Referee for Bengals-Falcons Game Leads League in Defensive Pass Interference Flags

CINCINNATI – The referee who worked the game with one of the worst calls of the Zac Taylor era will be on the call Sunday when the Cincinnati Bengals face the Atlanta Falcons in Madrid.

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25 NFL players who could get traded at the deadline

The NFL trade deadline is November 10 at 4 p.m. ET, and several teams have already signaled their intent to sell off. Several prominent players have already been moved, and these 25 could follow.

Joe Burrow News / Athlon Sports / November 5

Three Reasons for Confidence and Two Warning Signs for Joe Burrow's Bengals in Madrid

Who Dey fans will be setting alarms early on Sunday. Joe Burrow and the 5-2 Cincinnati Bengals face the 3-5 Atlanta Falcons at Santiago Bernabéu Stadium in Madrid, with kickoff at 9:30 a.m.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / November 5

Here's What Should Scare the Bengals About the Falcons

The Cincinnati Bengals are up against the 3-5 Atlanta Falcons in Week 9 in Madrid. Cincinnati’s three-game winning streak and one of the league’s top offenses show just how dangerous Zac Taylor’s squad can be.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / November 5

Bengals Injury Report: Cincinnati's Injured Defenders Working Back to Action in Spain

The Bengals hit the practice field in Spain for the first time this week as multiple defenders try to work back onto the field from injuries. DJ Turner II (heel), Cedric Johnson (ankle), and Kyle Dugger are fighting through issues this week, as is Jordan Battle (hamstring).

Erick All News / Athlon Sports / November 5

Bengals’ Best Tight End Fix Has Been a Healthy Scratch All Season in Carolina

Cincinnati has two tight ends on injured reserve, and one of the cheapest answers on the market hasn’t suited up all year. ESPN’s Bill Barnwell named Panthers tight end Ja’Tavion Sanders as a bargain target for the Bengals, a 2024 fourth-round pick who has been a healthy scratch for every game of the 2026 season.

Joe Burrow News / A to Z Sports / November 5

Joe Burrow is playing the best football of his career right now according to the next defensive coordinator he’s facing

Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow is on a heater entering Week 9. Atlanta Falcons defensive coordinator Jeff Ulbrich can’t deny the greatness he is witnessing.

Jonathan Allen News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / November 5

'I Don't Think Anybody's Happy' - Jonathan Allen, Bengals Defense Can Resettle Across Spain Trip

Jonathan Allen and the Bengals are far from satisfied nearing the midway point of the 2026 NFL season at 5-2. Allen spoke to the media at his locker on Monday afternoon before he and the team left for Spain on Tuesday.

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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.

Cincinnati Bengals News / NFL on ClutchPoints / November 5

The killer mistake Bengals must avoid at 2026 NFL trade deadline

The Cincinnati Bengals are in the midst of a brutal campaign in the AFC North. While the Baltimore Ravens are struggling to start the year, the Pittsburgh Steelers and the Cleveland Browns look like strong contenders for the division title.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / November 5

Super Bowl Champion Labels Bengals as Contenders During 2026 Season

After a 5-2 start, the Bengals have once again firmly established themselves among the best teams in the AFC. That said, the team still has plenty of flaws, but legends like Rob Gronkowski haven't stopped acknowledging them as a contender.

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Zac Taylor News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / November 5

Zac Taylor Comments on Team Health After Bengals Arrival in Spain

Zac Taylor spoke to the media in Madrid, Spain, on Thursday morning, Cincinnati time. The schedules are shifted in a big way for the Bengals, with all of their practices happening in the afternoon locally and in the morning on Eastern Standard Time.

Breece Hall News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / November 4

Bengals Linked to Star Running Back Breece Hall Ahead of Trade Deadline

It's a big weekend for the Cincinnati Bengals. Fresh off of their dramatic win over the Tennessee Titans, the Bengals are in Spain as they prepare for battle with the Atlanta Falcons.

NFL News / Field Level Media / November 4

Bengals bring high-powered offense into Madrid clash vs. Falcons

The disparity between the recent play of the Atlanta Falcons and Cincinnati Bengals couldn't be much wider ahead of their matchup in the NFL's return to Bernabeu Stadium in Madrid on Sunday.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / November 4

Bengals reveal who would’ve missed their first practice ahead of Week 9 matchup against Falcons hours after landing in Madrid

The Cincinnati Bengals released their first injury report ahead of their Week 9 matchup against the Atlanta Falcons. The Bengals arrived in Madrid, Spain early Wednesday morning and did not practice after landing, but did indicate who would’ve missed practice.

Zac Taylor News / Athlon Sports / November 4

Zac Taylor Shot Down One Bengals Trade Rumor, but Teams Aren’t Buying It Yet

Zac Taylor tried to put one deadline storyline to bed. The Bengals coach called talk of a Shemar Stewart trade “made up,” according to ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler in the network’s deadline preview for all 32 teams.

Cashius Howell News / Pro Football Rumors / November 3

Bengals DE Cashius Howell Undergoes Wrist Surgery

Cashius Howell’s rookie season is set to be interrupted. The Bengals defensive end suffered a wrist injury during Week 8’s overtime win against Tennessee.

Cashius Howell News / NFLTradeRumors.co / November 2

Bengals Likely Placing DE Cashius Howell On IR Following Wrist Surgery

Per Ben Baby, Bengals DE Cashius Howell is likely trending towards an injured reserve stint after undergoing wrist surgery. Howell, 23, was a three-star recruit and the 170th-ranked athlete in the 2021 recruiting class out of Kansas City, Missouri.