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AFC Notes: Jaquan Brisker, Lamar Jackson, Bengals, Ravens, Steelers

Bengals Bengals de facto GM Duke Tobin discussed revamping the team’s defensive line room, even though most of the players are entering their 30s or are already there. “We’re open to anybody we think has life left in their NFL body,” Tobin said, via The Athletic. “They’re playing longer these days, and we’re keenly aware […] The post AFC Notes: Jaquan Brisker, Lamar Jackson, Bengals, Ravens, Steelers appeared first on NFLTradeRumors.co .

Andrew Coker is ready to contend for Bengals’ swing tackle spot

Andrew Coker was signed to the Cincinnati Bengals practice squad in late October of 2024. During the preseason last year, he looked like a player who had rapidly developed from his time at TCU. He was among the final cuts down to the 53-man roster last season, and then spent the entire 2025 season on […]

Bengals News (7/10): Commanding Respect

Bengals News Bengals 2026 Opponent Preview: Washington Commanders Over the course of the next few weeks, we will be taking an in-depth look at the Bengals’ 2026 opponents. The Bengals play in Washington on Monday Night Football in Week 11 against the Commanders. Pair of Bengals defenders among top-10 players under pressure, per PFF Bradley […]

“1000% Serious”: Texans Legend J.J. Watt Once Eyed NFL Return for AFC Rival

J.J. Watt’s NFL career officially ended with the Arizona Cardinals in 2022. Before that, he had spent ten seasons with the Houston Texans in the AFC. But there was one unlikely scenario that nearly changed the defensive end’s retirement plans. While reflecting on a running joke involving Burnley goalkeeper James Trafford, a Bengals superfan, the […] The post “1000% Serious”: Texans Legend J.J. Watt Once Eyed NFL Return for AFC Rival appeared first on EssentiallySports .

The Bengals offensive line is a bottom-5 unit in Warren Sharp’s rankings

Since Joe Burrow was drafted in 2020, the conversation about the Cincinnati Bengals offensive line has been non-stop. Near the end of some seasons, it has felt like they’ve turned a corner. Every time, though, the 0-line was porous again at the start of the next season. Last year, though, felt different. It seems the […]

AFC Notes: Declan Doyle, Drew Allar, Bengals, Ravens, Steelers

Bengals Bengals CB Daxton Hill is entering his fifth-year option, while CB DJ Turner will be in the final year of a four-year contract. When asked about contract extensions for both players, executive vice president Katie Blackburn said they have their “work cut out for us” in retaining both and figuring out how to manage […] The post AFC Notes: Declan Doyle, Drew Allar, Bengals, Ravens, Steelers appeared first on NFLTradeRumors.co .

Bengals News (7/10): Erick All Jr. breakout incoming?

2026 NFL season: Picking breakout candidates for all 32 teams For many players, such a prolonged unavailability would jeopardize their snaps. But All is so beloved by the Bengals’ staff — said coach Zac Taylor: “With the word physical in the dictionary is a picture of Erick All, trying to put his face through somebody’s […]

Isaiah Foskey is ready to push for the Bengals’ final edge spot

Isaiah Foskey signed with the Cincinnati Bengals practice squad in September last season. He was later elevated to the 53-man roster in late November. The former Notre Dame defender flashed in limited action. Isaiah Foskey Contract Status Foskey will earn just over $1.1 million if he makes the Bengals 53-man roster during the 2026 season. […]

AFC Notes: Vega Ioane, Aaron Rodgers, Bengals, Ravens, Steelers

Bengals Bengals CB Daxton Hill is set to enter his fifth-year option in 2026 and will be an unrestricted free agent following the season. Ben Baby of ESPN writes that the “soft estimate” for Hill’s next deal is $20 million per year.  However, Baby adds that how much Cincinnati values Hill and whether he fits […] The post AFC Notes: Vega Ioane, Aaron Rodgers, Bengals, Ravens, Steelers appeared first on NFLTradeRumors.co .

Barrett Carter’s development will be a major x-factor in Bengals defense

The Cincinnati Bengals started two rookie middle linebackers last season, and the results were not ideal. Still, Barrett Carter has a chance to step up and be a major part of this team’s success. Carter has impressive athleticism and played consistently well in his time at Clemson. Barrett Carter Cap Status Carter enters the second […]

Where Chase Brown ranks on PFF’s top 32 running backs

The Cincinnati Bengals aren’t necessarily known for their running game, but they have gotten some solid production out of Chase Brown in the running and passing games. Brown isn’t typically listed with the top running backs in the NFL, but some say he is the perfect back for Cincinnati’s offense. It is offseason rankings season, […]

Commanders & Bengals meet for “Part 2” of ‘24 MNF thriller in Week 11

It’s 5 o’clock somewhere… The 5 O’Clock Club The 5 o’clock club is published from time to time during the season, and aims to provide a forum for reader-driven discussion at a time of day when there isn’t much NFL news being published. Feel free to introduce topics that interest you in the comments below. […]

What will the Bengals’ AFC North record be in the 2026 season?

Now that we’re in July, it won’t be long before the Cincinnati Bengals report for training camp, hoping to begin a journey that ends with the team back in the Super Bowl. In order to get there, the Bengals will have to navigate an AFC North that could very well produce three playoff contenders between the Bengals, […]

AFC Notes: Shedeur Sanders, Zay Flowers, Bengals, Browns, Ravens

Bengals Regarding Bengals WR Andrei Iosivas, who is entering the fourth year of his career, Joe Burrow said he’s looking great in their offseason program.  “Andrei looks great this year. Andrei looks unbelievable. He looks big, strong, fast,” Burrow said via the team’s website. “He made a couple of really nice contested catches in the […] The post AFC Notes: Shedeur Sanders, Zay Flowers, Bengals, Browns, Ravens appeared first on NFLTradeRumors.co .

4 Must-Have Quarterbacks (2026 Fantasy Football)

Every fantasy football season offers only a handful of reliable quarterbacks, including Josh Allen, Patrick Mahomes and Joe Burrow. The deeper the league, the more managers must scout the position rather than rely on familiar names. Some quarterbacks are underrated, ... read more »

Bengals Film Room: Colbie Young can elevate Cincinnati’s offense

Looking for another big-play threat, the Cincinnati Bengals took a shot on a wide receiver in the 2024 NFL Draft, and it promptly blew up in their faces. Jermaine Burton was a big swing that did not pay off, but that doesn’t mean that Colbie Young will have the same fate. Young did have some […]

Bengals News (7/8): Fantasy football projections for Cincinnati

Bengals News Fantasy football target practice: The 2026 Cincinnati Bengals The Cincinnati Bengals remained one of the NFL’s most productive passing offenses in 2025 despite losing Joe Burrow to a Grade 3 turf toe injury in Week 2. Burrow threw for 1,809 yards and 17 TDs in just eight games, while Cincinnati’s passing attack continued […]

AFC Notes: Joe Burrow, Tyler Loop, Shedeur Sanders, Bengals, Browns, Ravens

Bengals Bengals QB Joe Burrow discussed taking more snaps under center in order to create more explosive plays and a better running game. “We’re trying to find ways to be explosive in the run game and then try to find some things off of that that can get us a couple of easy explosives,” Burrow […] The post AFC Notes: Joe Burrow, Tyler Loop, Shedeur Sanders, Bengals, Browns, Ravens appeared first on NFLTradeRumors.co .

Amarius Mims makes PFF’s All-Breakout Team for 2026

Amarius Mims looks like a long-term pillar of the Cincinnati Bengals’ offensive line. And Pro Football Focus’ Bradley Locker agrees. He named Mims to his All-Breakout Team for 2026. The analyst said Mims was raw coming out of Georgia but is quickly realizing his potential. Here’s what Locker wrote: Mims’ second season in Cincinnati was […]

Bengals Tuesday Trenches: Your best and worst takes

Everybody likes to believe they know a lot about the things they’re passionate about. If you’re here, you’re passionate about the Cincinnati Bengals. I don’t know—and don’t pretend to know—everything about everyone on the Bengals’ roster, but I’ve followed this team for a long, long time, and I’ve been writing about them here since 2011. […]

Bengals Could Make Compelling Trade Pitch For Saints' Alvin Kamara

The Cincinnati Bengals have made it clear they are all in on being a Super Bowl contender in 2026, and one trade pitch would address a real weakness in their offense. Heavy's Austen Bundy proposed a deal sending New Orleans Saints running back Alvin Kamara to Cincinnati, with the Bengals sending a 2027 fifth-round pick and a 2028 conditional sixth-round pick to New Orleans in exchange for Kamara and cash considerations. Why the Bengals Would Do It Cincinnati spent the offseason loading up ...

Bengals News (7/7): Most improved position group

Bengals News: 1 analysis says Bengals have most improved positional group in NFL And it is a very important group. Bengals make another key front office move that signals their continued shift in the right direction Times continue to change in Cincinnati. NFL Executives Rank Bengals’ Chase Brown Outside NFL’s Top-13 Running Backs Brown has […]