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Jordan Battle's Interception of Joe Burrow Adds Juice to Bengals D in Final Tune-up Before Preseason Opener

Tuesday’s Cincinnati Bengals practice was light on participation, tight on space and slight on activity. Numerous players dealing with tightness and tweaks took the day off for the final practice before Thursday night’s preseason opener against the Detroit Lions at Paycor Stadium.

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Joe Burrow Feeling 'Winning-Level Football' From Bengals Additions as Opening Preseason Game Approaches

Joe Burrow seemingly can't stop gushing about the importance of Dexter Lawrence and all of the new additions for Cincinnati this offseason. The Bengals' top star sat down with Kay Adams on Up & Adams this week, and he dove into all of the pieces fitting together in a championship puzzle.

Chase Brown News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / August 11

Chase Brown Showers Bengals' Defense with Praise During Training Camp Interview

There are plenty of storylines for Cincinnati Bengals fans to focus on as the team prepares for their first preseason game against the Detroit Lions on Thursday.

Zac Taylor News / A to Z Sports / August 11

‘We’ve been breaking the rule for eight years’ – Bengals HC Zac Taylor opens up about new NFL rule he’s been working around all this time

Cincinnati Bengals head coach Zac Taylor has never before thrown a challenge flag in his seven years in Cincinnati. That responsibility has always fallen on chief of coaching staff Doug Rosfeld’s shoulders, and now it’s completely legal in accordance to NFL rules.

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The 'Most 400-yard NFL games' quiz

How many of the quarterbacks to throw for 400 yards or more at least five times in their NFL career can you name in five minutes?

The 'Most QB wins by NFL franchise' quiz

The '35-passing TD NFL seasons' quiz

The 'NFL MVPs' quiz

Cincinnati Bengals News / Yardbarker / August 11

Taylor defends Bengals' Burrow protectors after bold Brown claim

Zac Taylor defends Bengals' Joe Burrow protectors after bold Orlando Brown Jr. claim

Brown raised eyebrows when he boldly claimed in July that the Bengals have "the best pass protection unit in the NFL."

Ja’Marr Chase has two words to describe Joe Burrow’s demeanor

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

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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 / Trade Talk Sports / August 11

Ja’Marr Chase Has His Sights Set on NFL Receiving Touchdowns Record

Ja’Marr Chase wants to get the Cincinnati Bengals back to the playoffs so they can compete for a chance to return to the Super Bowl and win it after coming so close in 2022.

DJ Turner News / A to Z Sports / August 11

Bengals Player Profile: DJ Turner II can further establish himself as the NFL’s next lockdown cornerback

It took three years, but DJ Turner II is now looked as a leader in the Cincinnati Bengals’ secondary. He’s the No. 1 cornerback on the depth chart, as he was for most of last year, and has been going up against Ja’Marr Chase throughout training camp.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / August 11

Bengals Veteran Defensive End is Being Overlooked in Latest Preseason Rankings

The Cincinnati Bengals are seemingly putting all their chips into the 2026 season. Sure, one could say that every team does that every season. However, not every team has the talent the Bengals do coming into the new season.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / August 11

Bengals Talent Projected to Make NFL All-Rookie Team Ahead of 2026 Season

The Bengals may have a dark horse All-Rookie candidate on their defense. NFL.com's Gennaro Filice released his full All-Rookie team projections for the 2026 season, and Cashius Howell was one of his first-team edge rusher picks.

Joe Burrow News / Athlon Sports / August 11

Ja'Marr Chase Reacts to Joe Burrow’s Change in Attitude Amid Bengals Training Camp

Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Ja’Marr explained his experience with the urgency his teammate Joe Burrow brings in training camp. The Bengals are in for a different experience this training camp, as their star quarterback, Burrow, brings a renewed attitude this upcoming season.

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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.

Duke Tobin News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / August 11

Duke Tobin Sees Confidence in Bengals Roster, Believes in Young Players

Duke Tobin sees the confidence continuing to grow to new heights with the Bengals' current roster during training camp. Tobin appeared on The Tony And Mo Football Show on ESPN 1530 during the team's training camp practice inside Paycor Stadium and spoke about the confidence he has seen from the roster.

Randy Moss News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 10

Bengals’ Ja’Marr Chase sets sights on Randy Moss’ bonkers NFL record

Two years removed from making history, Cincinnati Bengals star wide receiver Ja’Marr Chase is looking to break another record. Chase and Cincinnati’s first priority is, of course, to win the Super Bowl.

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The 'Most 400-yard NFL games' quiz

The 'Rushing TD leaders by season' quiz

The '2026 CFB preseason Coach's Poll' quiz

The 'NFL 1,500-yard rushers' quiz

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / August 10

Bengals Cornerback DJ Ivey Proving He's Worthy of a Bigger Role - Just Ask Tee Higgins

Walking into the locker room after Sunday’s long, physical practice, Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Tee Higgins was lamenting the heat and humidity he and his teammates endured for the longest session of training camp.

Dexter Lawrence News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / August 10

New Star Defensive Tackle Contract Adds Even More Value to Dexter Lawrence Contract Amidst 2026 Training Camp

Dexter Lawrence just keeps becoming a bigger and bigger bargain for the Bengals. NFL Network's Ian Rapoport reported on Monday that the Cowboys inked Quinnen Williams to a new three-year extension to end his contract demands.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / August 10

Bengals Veteran Emerges as Preseason Trade Candidate

The Cincinnati Bengals made a few huge moves over the offseason to add to their defense. Specifically, they added two instant upgrades to the middle of their defensive line with Dexter Lawrence and Jonathan Allen.

Cincinnati Bengals News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 10

Bengals’ Ja’Marr Chase’s toughest CBs he has ever faced won’t surprise anybody

Receivers at the NFL level play with a certain level of confidence and swagger. It is the nature of the position, and because of that, pass catchers are often hesitant to show any sort of respect to their arch-rivals; players at the cornerback position.

A.J. Green News / EssentiallySports / August 10

'Wish They Would’ve Come to Me': Chad Johnson Blasts Bengals for Trading Him to Make Way for AJ Green

When the Cincinnati Bengals used the No. 4 overall pick in the 2011 NFL Draft to pick star Georgia WR AJ Green, the signal was clear: the Bengals were moving into a new era, and Chad “Ochocinco” Johnson wasn’t to be a part of it.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / August 10

Bengals’ first unofficial depth chart ahead of preseason Week 1 vs. Lions shows chaos, confusion, and confirmation for key rookie

The Cincinnati Bengals have unveiled their first official depth chart for their preseason Week 1 matchup against the Detroit Lions. There are a few things that need clarification.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / August 10

Linebackers Turning Heads During Bengals 2026 Training Camp

Linebacker has been at the forefront of discussion among fans and media alike when it comes to the Bengals' defensive unit in 2026. Both Demetrius Knight Jr.

Ja'Marr Chase News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / August 10

Bengals Star Ja'Marr Chase Reveals Massive Individual Goal Entering 2026 Season

Ja'Marr Chase isn't afraid to set the bar high, and he jut raide it again entering the 2026 season. The Cincinnati Bengals' superstar wide receiver has already established himself as one of the NFL's premier weapons.

Myles Murphy News / A to Z Sports / August 10

Bengals Player Profile: Myles Murphy can make Cincinnati feel major regret after this season

The Bengals are going all-in on Murphy for this year. He’s starting opposite of free agent addition Boye Mafe, and they are counting on him having his best season yet.

Cincinnati Bengals News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 9

Shemar Stewart, BJ Hill injury updates deliver optimism for Bengals’ defense

The Cincinnati Bengals have seen injuries start to pile up in training camp, especially on the defensive side of the ball. Players like edge rusher Shemar Stewart and interior defensive lineman BJ Hill have been watching the majority of camp from the sideline or the trainer’s table.

Jonathan Allen News / TWSN / August 9

Jonathan Allen Sends Clear Message About Cincinnati Bengals’ Rebuilt Defensive Front

When the Cincinnati Bengals entered the 2026 NFL offseason, they had a clear goal in mind: to completely revamp their defensive line and make sure they didn't have another average season from the defensive unit.

NFL News / Yardbarker / August 8