Cincinnati Bengals: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Cincinnati Bengals News / Total Pro Sports / September 24

NFL Drops The Hammer On Bengals WR Ja’Marr Chase With Harsh Punishment

Ja’Marr Chase has never been shy about celebrating in the end zone. But he’s learning that the NFL doesn’t care much about fun. The Bengals star has dealt with plenty this season already, including a scary knee scare back in August that briefly clouded his outlook for Week 1.

Cincinnati Bengals News / A to Z Sports / September 24

The NFL makes it abundantly clear how it feels about Ja’Marr Chase and Tee Higgins’ shared celebration

Cincinnati Bengals wide receivers Ja’Marr Chase and Tee Higgins had to cough up tens of thousands of dollars this week to the NFL. Cincinnati Bengals wide receivers Ja’Marr Chase and Tee Higgins had to cough up tens of thousands of dollars this week to the NFL.

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

How many of the NFL quarterbacks to rack up at least 4,000-passing-yards and toss at least 30 touchdowns in the same season can you name in six minutes?

NFL News / A to Z Sports / September 24

Bengals’ latest injury report sparks concern with defensive line ahead of Week 3 game against Steelers

The Cincinnati Bengals continue their week of practice ahead of their first AFC North showdown of the 2026 season against the Pittsburgh Steelers. Two of their top defensive tackles have yet to practice this week.

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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 / The Spun / September 24

NFL Announces Punishment For Bengals Star Ja'Marr Chase

Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Ja’Marr Chase may have to be a bit more reserved next time he scores a touchdown. Chase had an excellent Week 2 for the Bengals, hauling in seven passes for 75 yards and two touchdowns.

Ja'Marr Chase News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / September 24

'Just Stopping The Fun' - Ja'Marr Chase Fined For Latest Celebration Gesture, Wants NFLPA Help

Ja'Marr Chase is facing a fine from the NFL for a new big-play celebration he and Tee Higgins came up with. The fine amount is unknown as of this writing, but Chase revealed he did hear from the league about the forward-elbow motioning gesture he's been using this season.

Joe Burrow News / Athlon Sports / September 24

Kirk Herbstreit Says Bengals Defense Means Joe Burrow No Longer Has to Outscore Everyone

The Cincinnati Bengals’ defense finally seems to be making Joe Burrow’s life easier. The franchise made major roster changes during the offseason after years of relying on the offense to win games.

NFL News / Yardbarker / September 24

Steelers' Porter gives updates on reported trade request

Steelers' Joey Porter Jr. gives updates on reported trade request, availability for Bengals game

Porter didn't play over the season's first two weeks due to reasons related to a supposed back injury that flared up at the start of training camp.

Lions get fresh trade message regarding Steelers' Joey Porter Jr.

NFL executives link Joey Porter Jr. with two NFC teams amid contract standoff

Bengals' Joe Burrow sends message to Steelers fans before game in Pittsburgh

The 'Most playoff starts by an NFL QB' quiz

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / September 24

'Continue To Put The Standard On Tape' - Young Bengals Defenders Staying Focused Amidst Hot Start

The Bengals' young defenders aren't drinking the Kool-Aid after a big start to the 2026 season. Cincinnati boasts a top-10 defense in success rate allowed (10th) and EPA/play allowed (fourth) through two games, but there are 15 more this regular season, and hopefully three more after that.

Zac Taylor News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / September 24

Bengals' Record vs. Steelers is 1 of Worst Divisional Marks in NFL Current's Alignment

The Cincinnati Bengals have evened the score somewhat since Zac Taylor arrived, but their series history against the Pittsburgh Steelers is still lopsided.

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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.

NFL News / Yardbarker / September 24

Texans' Anderson shares wild Jones, Burrow take ahead of Colts game

Texans' Will Anderson Jr. shares wild Daniel Jones, Joe Burrow take ahead of Colts game

Coming off a 20-6 loss to the Bengals, the 0-2 Texans will play the 0-2 Colts in what could prove to be a massive game for both clubs this coming Sunday.

Bengals' Joe Burrow sends message to Steelers fans before game in Pittsburgh

Two-minute drill: Ravens-Cowboys square off in Brazil, QB injuries take a toll, surprising starts and more

Perfect no more: Predicting the three most vulnerable 2-0 NFL teams in Week 3

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

Cincinnati Bengals News / A to Z Sports / September 24

Joe Burrow’s backing of Orlando Brown Jr. will be put to the test with familiar foe preparing to test him more than ever

Cincinnati Bengals left tackle Orlando Brown Jr. received some encouraging words from quarterback Joe Burrow. Those words need to be backed up with Pittsburgh Steelers EDGE T.J.

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Tom Brady News / HITC / September 24

Tom Brady gives props to ‘possible catch of the year’ already made in Week 2 of NFL season

Tom Brady was stunned by one of Ja’Marr Chase’s two touchdown catches in the Cincinnati Bengals’ 20-6 victory over the Houston Texans. Chase’s incredible play was the highlight of the Bengals’ impressive start to the 2026 season.

Cincinnati Bengals News / TWSN / September 24

Amarius Mims and Dexter Lawrence are the Bengals Anchors

Two of the largest players on the Cincinnati Bengals offensive and defensive lines were going to be tested at Reliant Stadium in Houston, Texas, and both Amarius Mims and Dexter Lawrence passed their tests with an A+.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / September 24

Joe Burrow, Ted Karras Break Down Their Favorite Pre-Game Meals, Answer Food Questions

Kroger kept rolling out the fun tandem videos with Bengals stars Joe Burrow and Ted Karras last week. The teammates and buddies answered some common food questions after cooking each other some meals in a prior video.

NFL News / Yardbarker / September 24

Bengals' Joe Burrow sends message to Steelers fans before game in Pittsburgh

Burrow has been with Cincinnati since 2020, so he is quite familiar with how the Pittsburgh faithful will try to negatively impact his offense.

Steve Smith Sr. addresses struggles of Steelers' DK Metcalf this season

Ben Roethlisberger offers Steelers advice for their DK Metcalf problem

Lions get fresh trade message regarding Steelers' Joey Porter Jr.

The 'Missed-playoffs passing leaders' quiz

Amarius Mims News / TWSN / September 24

Amarius Mims Details His Unlikely Journey From Defensive End to Cincinnati Bengals Tackle

Amarius Mims has quickly become one of the best right tackles in the entire NFL, and his play through two games in the 2026 NFL season has backed that up. However, before Mims landed on the Cincinnati Bengals as a key blocker for Joe Burrow, his road to the NFL wasn’t as clear-cut.

Dexter Lawrence News / Athlon Sports / September 24

Bengals' Dexter Lawrence II Could Give Steelers Major Problems

A few days removed from their Week 2 loss, the Pittsburgh Steelers are still looking for answers on offense. Things aren’t getting any easier anytime soon, either.

NFL News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / September 24

Steelers Veteran Delivers High Praise to One Bengals Unit

The Cincinnati Bengals are coming off one of the most impressive wins in the young NFL season. Their Week 2 20-6 win over the Houston Texans on the road proved that this team understands the assignment.

Andrei Iosivas News / Athlon Sports / September 24

Andrei Iosivas Injury Update Confirms Bengals Have Need for WR Depth

The Cincinnati Bengals took a hit on the offensive front on Wednesday as head coach Zac Taylor announced that wide receiver Andrei Iosivas will be placed on injured reserve. The fourth-year wideout underwent surgery after tearing a ligament in his thumb during Cincinnati’s 20-6 Week 2 win over the Houston Texans at NRG Stadium.

Andrei Iosivas News / Pro Football Rumors / September 23

Bengals To Place WR Andrei Iosivas On IR

Bengals wide receiver Andrei Iosivas tore a ligament in his thumb and will go on injured reserve, Ben Baby of ESPN reports. He will miss at least four games.

NFL News / Yardbarker / September 24

Perfect no more: Predicting three most vulnerable 2-0 NFL teams

Perfect no more: Predicting the three most vulnerable 2-0 NFL teams in Week 3

After Week 2, eight undefeated NFL teams remain. But some have a much easier path to a perfect 3-0 start than others.

Insider reveals what Raiders' 2-0 start means for Fernando Mendoza

Justin Jefferson reacts to Kyler Murray reclaiming Vikings' starting QB job

Robert Saleh reveals 49ers nearly made major decision on Cam Skattebo

Ben Roethlisberger offers Steelers advice for their DK Metcalf problem

Lamar Jackson pokes fun at Cowboys' 'America's Team' moniker

Longtime Bills radio voice accuses team of petty move

Cincinnati Bengals News / TWSN / September 22

Cincinnati Bengals may have found the defense their offense needed

The Cincinnati Bengals left Houston with a 20-6 win, a 2-0 record, and evidence that their rebuilt defensive front can carry games while Joe Burrow’s offense works through uneven stretches.

NFL News / Yardbarker / September 21