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Chase Brown Declares Cincinnati Bengals “Ready” for the 2026 Season

There is still more than two weeks left before the Cincinnati Bengals open their 2026 season against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Paycor Stadium, but Chase Brown already believes the team could take the field today and play.

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Bengals Get Major Ja’Marr Chase News After Frightening Practice Scene

Cincinnati Bengals superstar Ja’Marr Chase went down on a deep ball on Tuesday. Joe Burrow threw it. DJ Turner covered him. Chase landed awkwardly on his left knee and limped off.

Cincinnati Bengals News / TWSN / August 26

Cincinnati Gets Major Relief Following Ja’Marr Chase’s Practice Injury

For a few uncomfortable moments Tuesday, the Cincinnati Bengals saw the type of training camp scene that could change the outlook of an entire season. Ja’Marr Chase was down on the practice field.

Ja'Marr Chase News / Field Level Media / August 26

Bengals WR Ja'Marr Chase sits out practice after knee issue

Cincinnati Bengals star wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase did not practice on Wednesday, one day after an injury that he called a "hyperextension" of his left knee.

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The 'NFL passing leaders since 1970' quiz

How many of the quarterbacks who led the NFL in passing yards since the AFL-NFL merger can you name in five minutes?

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / August 26

Joe Burrow, Dohnte Meyers Stay 40 Minutes After Bengals Practice to Work on Routes, Chemistry

As if all of the reps and catches Dohnte Meyers has had in the last month weren’t enough, Wednesday marked the surest sign that the former Door Dash driver and Canadian Football League wide receiver is making the Cincinnati Bengals’ 53-man roster.

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25 stories to keep an eye on in NFL training camps

The opening of 2026 NFL training camp brings big hope for all 32 fan bases. These are the 25 developments to watch as we progress toward Week 1.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / August 26

Bengals Offensive Linemen Have Formed Brotherhood Bond

Lifelong friendships form on every NFL team; however, Dalton Risner and Amarius Mims have developed a rare, brother-like bond in a short time. As soon as Risner hit the field for the Bengals, the offensive line hit a level of play we have not seen in quite some time in Cincinnati.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Athlon Sports / August 26

Ja’Marr Chase Update Emerges After Knee Injury During Bengals Practice

The Cincinnati Bengals received another update on star wide receiver Ja’Marr Chase on Wednesday, one day after a frightening moment at practice put his status under the microscope.

Cincinnati Bengals News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 26

Bengals’ Ja’Marr Chase not practicing after injury scare, but don’t be alarmed

On Tuesday afternoon, the Cincinnati Bengals got a scare when star wide receiver Ja’Marr Chase went down with an apparent leg injury at training camp. The injury occurred with less than three weeks to go until the Bengals are set to kick off their 2026 regular season.

Tee Higgins News / A to Z Sports / August 26

Bengals Player Profile: Tee Higgins is the luxury every other team in the NFL wishes they had

Tee Higgins is one of the most important players on the Cincinnati Bengals, and the 27-year-old is right where he wants to be alongside fellow wide receiver Ja’Marr Chase.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Most 1K seasons in first five years' quiz

How many of the NFL receivers to reach the 1,000-receiving-yard milestone at least three times in their first five professional seasons since the AFL/NFL merger (1970) can you name in seven minutes?

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The significant NFL players returning from injury in 2026

Be it stars returning from late-season injuries to starter-level players who missed most or all of last season, the NFL features a host of rehab odysseys to follow as training camps near.

NFL News / Larry Brown Sports / August 26

Buccaneers receive major news on Rueben Bain Jr. injury

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers got more bad news from their joint practice with the Jacksonville Jaguars on Tuesday. Apart from getting apparently dominated by the Jags, the Buccaneers also saw first-round pick Rueben Bain Jr.

Cincinnati Bengals News / A to Z Sports / August 26

Bengals solve critical roster need with the help of their most recent opponent in mock trade leading up to final cuts

The Cincinnati Bengals and Chicago Bears just played each other in Week 2 of the preseason. They also each have a problem with their roster. Here’s a mock trade to solve both issues.

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Cincinnati Bengals News / A to Z Sports / August 26

Former top-50 draft pick still makes the most sense as Bengals trade piece, but not for the position fans originally expected

Kris Jenkins Jr. has been the prime trade candidate for Cincinnati Bengals fans since long before training camp. I think we were wrong about the position he could be traded for, though.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / August 26

One Bengals Offseason Acquisition Itching to Start 2026 Season

Cincinnati Bengals fans collectively held their breath on Tuesday when wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase suffered an injury during practice. The Bengals star receiver gave everyone some good news after practice when he told reporters that it was "just a tweak" and that he felt fine.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Athlon Sports / August 26

Bengals Star Avoids Serious Injury After Scary Practice Incident

Cincinnati Bengals fans can breathe a sigh of relief. After walking off the field following what initially looked like a knee injury, All-Pro wide receiver Ja’Marr Chase has seemingly avoided a serious injury.

Cincinnati Bengals News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 26

Bengals player on roster bubble with most at stake in 2026 NFL preseason finale

For the first time in what feels like ages, the Cincinnati Bengals have depth at multiple positions on their roster. Their wide receiver room was always a tad bit crowded, but this year, mutliple position groups have a handful of players contending for a spot on the main roster.

Cincinnati Bengals News / EasySportz / August 25

Ja’Marr Chase Suffers Knee Injury Scare at Bengals Practice

The Cincinnati Bengals received a major scare Tuesday when star wide receiver Ja’Marr Chase went down with an apparent knee injury during practice. However, what initially looked like a potentially serious setback quickly became a much more encouraging situation for Cincinnati.

Cincinnati Bengals News / The Spun / August 25

Former NFL Doctor Shares Potential Injury Diagnosis For Ja'Marr Chase

The Cincinnati Bengals held their breath during Tuesday’s practice, as All-Pro wide receiver Ja’Marr Chase went down with a knee injury. Chase was trying to haul in a deep pass from Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow when he tweaked his knee and fell to the ground in pain.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Larry Brown Sports / August 25

Ja’Marr Chase eases concerns after suffering an injury during practice

The Cincinnati Bengals team and fanbase all held their breath on Tuesday when star wide receiver Ja’Marr Chase limped off the field with trainers after suffering an injury.

Ja'Marr Chase News / Field Level Media / August 25

Bengals WR Ja’Marr Chase says he’s ‘good’ after knee scare

Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase left Tuesday's practice early after suffering what he called a "hyperextension" of his left knee, but he also said he was not concerned about the injury.

Cincinnati Bengals News / The Spun / August 25

Ja'Marr Chase Says He Didn't Suffer Major Injury At Practice Tuesday

Cincinnati Bengals fans may have suffered a collective heart attack a short while ago when star wide receiver Ja’Marr Chase went down with some kind of leg injury.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Yardbarker / August 25

Bengals receive positive Ja'Marr Chase injury news after practice scare

The hearts of Cincinnati Bengals fans across the country sank Tuesday when video emerged of superstar wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase suffering an apparent injury at practice.

Bengals reportedly have plan to try to keep Joe Burrow healthy through 2026 season

‘He’s a menace’: Bears HC Ben Johnson did not hold back on Bengals star

Ex-Bengals TE CJ Uzomah retires after 10 seasons

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