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The Cincinnati Bengals own the 28th overall pick in the 2023 NFL Draft. After that, they have just six more picks to go. There are many ways these picks can go, of course, but they could surely use more depth on their roster. Here we’ll look at three bold predictions for the Bengals in the […]

Budda Baker has officially requested a trade from the Arizona Cardinals. If the Cardinals do end up trading Baker, one NFL team will land one of the better safeties in the entire league. Baker joined the NFL as a second-round pick of the Cardinals in 2017. Since then, Baker has appeared in 93 games for […]

The Cincinnati Bengals are entering a crucial season in 2023. They’ve proven that they can compete for a Super Bowl, with an appearance in 2021 and coming within seconds of another in 2022. Now, all that remains is proving that they can get over the hump and win their first-ever Lombardi. Compounding this predicament is […]

The Cincinnati Bengals will enter the 2023 NFL Draft, with some clear needs, but one area they don’t have a need at is quarterback. Joe Burrow has proven to be one of the top passers in the league, and has led the Bengals to the last two AFC Championship Games. But every team wants to […]

Make no mistake – the 2023 NFL Draft is a very important one for the Super Bowl chances for the Cincinnati Bengals. With Joe Burrow and the offense having gotten even better this offseason, and a defense that made big strides last year, the sky is the limit for this AFC contender. Currently, the Bengals […]

The Cincinnati Bengals will almost definitely make further changes in the offseason of 2023. This is especially since they still have some interesting holes to fill on their roster. Also, the Bengals will seek to be as deep as possible. Of course, they can do so through the draft. Here we’ll look at which rookie […]

Former Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Carson Palmer has no doubts about who he thinks is the best quarterback in the league today, and it isn’t Patrick Mahomes; the 43-year-old believes that title belongs to Joe Burrow. Palmer joined his brother Jordan Palmer on the latter’s podcast, “The QB Room” to discuss his thoughts on the state […]

Did the Cincinnati Bengals just find their new running back? After losing Samaje Perine and the ever-increasing likelihood that Joe Mixon is gone, the team needs a new RB (or two) to take over. Despite being in the dog days of the offseason, though, there are still some good backs left on the table. A […]

The Cincinnati Police Department has refiled charges against Cincinnati Bengals running back Joe Mixon for aggravated menacing after new evidence was discovered, Bengals beat writer Kelsey Conway reported on Friday. “Today, the Cincinnati Police Department (CPD) has refiled a criminal charge of Aggravated Menacing, a misdemeanor of the first degree, against Mr. Joe Mixon,” the […]

Over the past two years, Joe Burrow has appeared in at least 16 regular season games for the Cincinnati Bengals. But Cincinnati wants to ensure they have all their boxes checked. In case of a Burrow emergency, the Bengals now have their eyes set on a potential backup. Former Chicago Bears backup Trevor Siemian is […]

The Kansas City Chiefs made the interesting move to let left tackle Orlando Brown Jr. leave in free agency, opting to not use the franchise tag on him, and sign Jawaan Taylor to replace him. An anonymous NFL executive praised the Chiefs’ choice to let Orlando Brown Jr. walk in free agency, according to Mike […]

Perhaps the Cincinnati Bengals will make some changes in the offseason of 2023. Recall that they still have several holes to fill on their squad. Of course, they can do so through the draft, particularly with certain guys who may not be on their radar. Here we’ll look at the three sleeper rookie prospects for […]

Tee Higgins is entering the final year of his four-year rookie contract with the Cincinnati Bengals. As the days go on, Higgins seems to be losing confidence in the Bengals signing him to an extension. Because of his contract status, Higgins’ name has come up in trade talks. Cincinnati has essentially shot those rumors down […]

It appears that running back Joe Mixon’s future with the Cincinnati Bengals is in limbo, especially after Cincy team executive vice president Katie Blackburn made a vague take on the tailback’s status. “Right now he’s there, and we’re gonna plan like that until something different would happen,” Blackburn said about Joe Mixon, per Jay Morrison […]

Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow is coming off yet another impressive season in 2023, solidifying himself as a surefire top-five signal-caller in the NFL, if not top three. That means it’s time for Burrow to also get paid like one of the best around. Just like Justin Herbert and Jalen Hurts, the former LSU standout […]

The Cincinnati Bengals made one of the biggest splashes in NFL free agency when they signed Orlando Brown Jr. to a lucrative contract. Most seem pleased with Brown’s signing as it gave the Bengals and Joe Burrow some added protection. However, while Brown represents new beginnings for the Bengals, Jonah Williams got the short end […]

In less than a month, the new generation of talent will hear its name in the 2023 NFL Draft. Until then, organizations should have tough decisions to make as they evaluate all options. Contending teams such as the Cincinnati Bengals might be after youngsters who can contribute to their lofty goals right away. Following a […]

The Cincinnati Bengals may have the best wide receiver trio in the NFL but still have room to add more around Joe Burrow. As they look to get back into the Super Bowl, their latest signing gives him another pass-catching threat in the form of tight end Irv Smith Jr. Smith and the Bengals have […]

Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Tee Higgins is about to enter the final year of his rookie contract and is expected to net a sizable purse for his consistent production. However, rival teams apparently believe his immediate future remains in Cincy, according to the reporting of The Athletic’s Jeff Howe. Bengals general manager Duke Tobin and […]

The 2023 NFL offseason is officially up and running. Many free agents already signed their new deals with their teams, painting a picture of what the league will look like this year. Contending organizations such as the Cincinnati Bengals should remain active with hopes of taking the next step. Following a Super Bowl appearance, Cincinnati […]

Who can forget the final play of the 2022 season for the Dallas Cowboys? There’s running back Ezekiel Elliott, lined up as the center (?) to snap it to quarterback Dak Prescott on what was supposed to be some sort of a trick play. As soon as Elliott snapped the ball, San Francisco 49ers (now […]

Former Dallas Cowboys running back Ezekiel Elliott is still looking for a new team. He reportedly has a list of teams he is considering at the moment, including the Cincinnati Bengals. However, Bengals head coach Zac Taylor did not sound as though the Bengals are that high on Ezekiel Elliott when he recently spoke about […]

Running back Ezekiel Elliott has narrowed his focus down to the Philadelphia Eagles, New York Jets and the Cincinnati Bengals in free agency, according to Adam Schefter of ESPN. Ezekiel Elliott was released by the Dallas Cowboys a week ago, and would like to decide between the Eagles, Jets and Bengals by the end of […]

The Cincinnati Bengals once again got oh so close in 2022, but Joe Burrow and company couldn’t quite get over the hump. Now the 2023 NFL offseason is upon us, and with free agency and NFL trades in full swing, now is the time to solidify a Super Bowl-winning team. One Bengals trade that could […]

The Cincinnati Bengals made one of the more shocking moves of free agency when they managed to pluck Orlando Brown Jr. away from the Kansas City Chiefs to be Joe Burrow‘s new left tackle. The writing was on the wall for the Bengals former left tackle in Jonah Williams, and he unsurprisingly requested a trade […]

Well, the offseason has been a complete doozy for the Cincinnati Bengals. Folks who were expected to leave this year did indeed move to different teams. However, there’s also been a lot of unexpected changes for Cincy, both good and bad. The NFL free agency saw the Bengals shockingly lose some pieces… and then acquire […]

Former Cincinnati Bengals safety Jessie Bates III signed a monster four-year deal with the Atlanta Falcons last week, and the longtime Bengal shared a heartfelt message with the city of Cincinnati on Monday. “The Bengals drafted me in 2018 at 21 years old, making my dream a reality. I’m proud to say we grew together […]

The Cincinnati Bengals landed one of the best free agents on the market in star tackle Orlando Brown Jr. Cincy was not projected to be a big player in free agency, much less for someone of Brown’s caliber. However, their many offseason departures paved the way for the team to add another star to their […]

The Cincinnati Bengals made a serious splash this week, signing Pro Bowl left tackle Orlando Brown to a $64 million deal after an impressive career with the Kansas City Chiefs. Current OL coach Frank Pollack couldn’t believe it at first, either. Via The Cincinnati Enquirer: “It really kind of came out of nowhere,” Pollack said. […]

Heading into free agency, the Cincinnati Bengals were prepared to lose two key members of the secondary in the safety duo of Jessie Bates and Vonn Bell. Unfortunately for the team, this was in fact the case. Bell opted to sign with the Carolina Panthers, while Bates headed to the Atlanta Falcons. Following the departure […]

The Cincinnati Bengals are now in need of a tight end after watching Hayden Hurst sign with the Carolina Panthers. In their quest to find Hurst’s replacement, the Bengals have begun looking at a former Las Vegas Raiders’ standout. Cincinnati hosted Foster Moreau for a free agent visit, via Field Yates of ESPN. Moreau has […]

The Cincinnati Bengals made a major free agent move when they signed Orlando Brown Jr. As Brown gets ready to join the Bengals, quarterback Joe Burrow seems amped up to have a reigning Super Bowl champion blocking for him in Cincinnati. The Bengals signed Brown to a four-year, $64 million contract. After the signing, Brown […]

Cincinnati Bengals running back Joe Mixon and his family have been embroiled in a legal case involving a shooting that took place at his home. The Bengals star saw the case take another turn after Mixon’s sister latest plea. Mixon’s sister – Shalonda – pleaded not guilty to all charges levied against her, via TMZ. […]

The Cincinnati Bengals are facing a tough challenge as 2023 NFL free agency moves along. The Bengals have proven they’re for real with a Super Bowl appearance and an AFC Championship Game appearance over the last two seasons. Now, as expectations continue to grow, the Bengals have to figure out how to get over the […]

Not everyone on the Cincinnati Bengals is thrilled with the Orlando Brown Jr free agent contract, as starting left tackle Jonah Williams has requested a trade out of Cincinnati, sources told Ian Rapoport of NFL Network. Williams, 25, is a former first round pick out of Alabama. He’s made 42 starts at left tackle for […]

With both Jessie Bates and Vonn Bell leaving in free agency, the Cincinnati Bengals are in desperate need of starting safeties. The Bengals have one former Super Bowl champion in mind as they look to fill that safety vacancy. The Bengals are meeting with former Los Angeles Rams’ safety Taylor Rapp, via ESPN’s Field Yates. […]

The Cincinnati Bengals are serious about giving Joe Burrow one of the best offensive lines in pro football. Less than 24 hours after signing Pro Bowl offensive tackle Orlando Brown Jr. to a 4-year, $64 million contract, the Bengals have agreed to a deal with offensive guard Cody Ford. The former Buffalo Bill and Arizona […]

Cincinnati Bengals running back Joe Mixon’s agent Peter Schaffer released a statement Thursday after a shooting incident occurred at Mixon’s residence on March 6. Rather firmly, Schaffer applauded the Hamilton County Prosecutor Melissa Powers and the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office for their decision. The statement says the prosecuting team is not filing charges against the Cincinnati […]

The Cincinnati Bengals had a relatively quiet NFL free agency period- until Wednesday night. The Bengals made a splash, agreeing to a four-year, $64 million contract with free agent offensive tackle Orlando Brown Jr. Not only did the Bengals swipe Brown from the AFC rival Kansas City Chiefs, who admittedly seemed willing to let him […]