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Dec 31, 2025; Arlington, TX, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes linebacker Sonny Styles (0) gets into position during the 2025 Cotton Bowl and quarterfinal game of the College Football Playoff at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

Bengals make painfully obvious pick in home-run 2026 NFL Mock Draft

Mike Luciano

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12:15 PM EST

One key stat proves why Bengals cannot neglect offense this offseason

Matt Fitzgerald

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11:12 AM EST

AFC North rival's coaching hire could be a big blow to Bengals & Joe Burrow

Glenn Adams

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10:00 AM EST

Draft expert nails why Ohio State star is perfect Bengals fit

Matt Fitzgerald

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9:00 AM EST

Dec 22, 2024; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow (9) celebrates a win against the Cleveland Browns at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joseph Maiorana-Imagn Images

3 offseason steps to cement Bengals offense as NFL's best in 2026

Matt Fitzgerald

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Feb 19, 2026

Dec 28, 2025; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Cincinnati Bengals cornerback Jalen Davis (35) tackles Arizona Cardinals tight end Trey McBride (85) during the second half at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joseph Maiorana-Imagn Images

How re-signing Jalen Davis may signal stunning Bengals draft plot twist

Matt Fitzgerald

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Feb 19, 2026

Oct 9, 2025; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; Andrew Whitworth is seen on the Thursday Night Football set before the game between the New York Giants and the Philadelphia Eagles at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

Andrew Whitworth sends subtle warning to Bengals about Joe Burrow

Matt Fitzgerald

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Feb 19, 2026

Sep 29, 2025; Denver, Colorado, USA; Cincinnati Bengals guard Dalton Risner (66) looks on after the game against the Denver Broncos at Empower Field at Mile High. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images

Free agent contract predictions gives Bengals' latest inaction a bad look

Matt Fitzgerald

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Feb 19, 2026

Cincinnati Bengals tight end Erick All Jr. (83) runs with a reception in the first quarter of the NFL Week 2 game between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Cincinnati Bengals at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City on Sunday, Sept. 15, 2024. The Bengals led 16-10 at halftime.

Bengals bounce-back candidate who could flip 2026 season on its head

Matt Fitzgerald

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Feb 18, 2026

Sep 28, 2025; Paradise, Nevada, USA; Las Vegas Raiders defensive end Maxx Crosby (98) looks on from the sideline during the first quarter against the Chicago Bears at Allegiant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kiyoshi Mio-Imagn Images

Andrew Whitworth just made the best case for Bengals-Maxx Crosby trade yet

Levi Dombro

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Feb 18, 2026

Sep 15, 2024; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) shakes hands with Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow (9) prior to a game at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-Imagn Images

The Chiefs did for Patrick Mahomes what Bengals never would for Joe Burrow

Matt Fitzgerald

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Feb 18, 2026

Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Flacco (16) heads for the locker room after the fourth quarter of the NFL Week 14 game between the Buffalo Bills and the Cincinnati Bengals at Highmark Stadium in Orchard Park, N.Y., on Sunday, Dec. 7, 2025. The Bills overcame a halftime deficit to win 39-34.

Rookie vs. vet: How should Bengals approach finding Joe Burrow's backup?

Christopher Kokaliares

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Feb 18, 2026

Nov 23, 2025; Green Bay, Wisconsin, USA; Green Bay Packers defensive lineman Rashan Gary (52) during the game against the Minnesota Vikings at Lambeau Field. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-Imagn Images

Possible NFC contender cap casualty may answer Bengals' free agency prayers

Matt Fitzgerald

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Feb 17, 2026

Dec 21, 2025; Nashville, Tennessee, USA; Kansas City Chiefs safety Bryan Cook (6) runs to the field against the Tennessee Titans during pre-game warmups at Nissan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Steve Roberts-Imagn Images

Bengals' best free-agent fits would net them epic package deal on defense

Matt Fitzgerald

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Feb 17, 2026

Cincinnati Bengals defensive end Trey Hendrickson (91) talks with director of player personnel Duke Tobin before the first quarter of the NFL Preseason Week 2 game between the Washington Commanders and the Cincinnati Bengals at Northwest Stadium in Landover, Md., on Monday, Aug. 18, 2025.

Recapping Bengals' horrible 2025 offseason that set up epic letdown

Matt Fitzgerald

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Feb 17, 2026

Sep 4, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Dallas Cowboys defensive tackle Kenny Clark (95) against the Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-Imagn Images

Speculated Bengals trade target would boost defense, but at a big cost

Matt Fitzgerald

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Feb 17, 2026

Dec 7, 2025; Orchard Park, New York, USA; Buffalo Bills running back James Cook III (4) runs with the ball while defended by Cincinnati Bengals linebacker Barrett Carter (49) in the second half at Highmark Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark Konezny-Imagn Images

Positions Bengals have no excuse not to find upgrades for this offseason

Matt Fitzgerald

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Feb 16, 2026

Sep 7, 2025; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cincinnati Bengals cornerback DJ Turner II (20) warms up before a game against the Cleveland Browns at Huntington Bank Field. Mandatory Credit: Scott Galvin-Imagn Images

These Bengals played their way into extensions amid nightmare 2025 season

Matt Fitzgerald

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Feb 16, 2026

Nov 8, 2025; Tucson, Arizona, USA; Arizona Wildcats defensive back Treydan Stukes (2) celebrates after defeating the Kansas Jayhawks at Arizona Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

This 7-round mock draft springs Bengals back to Super Bowl contention

Matt Fitzgerald

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Feb 16, 2026

Cincinnati Bengals defensive end Shemar Stewart (97) walks for the injury tent in the fourth quarter of the NFL Week 2 game between the Cincinnati Bengals and the Jacksonville Jaguars at Paycor Stadium in downtown Cincinnati on Sunday, Sept. 14, 2025. The Bengals came back from a halftime deficit to win 31-27.

PFF grades confirm what Bengals fans already knew about Shemar Stewart

Glenn Adams

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Feb 16, 2026

Aug 23, 2025; Glendale, Arizona, USA; Las Vegas Raiders linebacker Devin White (45) against the Arizona Cardinals during a preseason NFL game at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Forgotten LSU star could be the Bengals' perfect free agency gamble

Matt Fitzgerald

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Feb 14, 2026

Cincinnati Bengals defensive end Trey Hendrickson (91) takes the field for the first quarter of the NFL Week 16 game between the Cincinnati Bengals and the Cleveland Browns at Paycor Stadium in downtown Cincinnati on Sunday, Dec. 22, 2024. The Bengals led 17-0 at halftime.

NFL insiders throw surprising curveball into Bengals-Trey Hendrickson breakup

Glenn Adams

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Feb 13, 2026

Aug 23, 2025; Miami Gardens, Florida, USA; Miami Dolphins safety Minkah Fitzpatrick (29) looks on before the game against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images

Star players Bengals could rescue from apocalyptic situations via trade

Matt Fitzgerald

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Feb 13, 2026

Ohio State Buckeyes defensive back Caleb Downs (2) leaves the field following the Cotton Bowl at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas for the College Football Playoff quarterfinal game against the Miami Hurricanes on Dec. 31, 2025. Ohio State lost 24-14.

Bengals can't let positional value narratives dictate 2026 NFL Draft

Matt Fitzgerald

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Feb 13, 2026

Sep 21, 2025; Tampa, Florida, USA; New York Jets safety Andre Cisco (8) looks on before a game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images

Most overlooked Bengals free-agent targets Duke Tobin must consider

Matt Fitzgerald

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Feb 12, 2026

Sep 14, 2025; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Cincinnati Bengals defensive end Trey Hendrickson (91) celebrates the win after the game against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joseph Maiorana-Imagn Images

Bengals' most logical Trey Hendrickson trade suitor couldn't be clearer

Matt Fitzgerald

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Feb 12, 2026

Bengals Head Coach Zac Taylor speaks at a press conference after wrapping up the 2025 season.

Bengals coach Zac Taylor near the top of ominous list for 2026 season

Matt Fitzgerald

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Feb 12, 2026

Dec 28, 2025; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Cincinnati Bengals linebacker Demetrius Knight Jr. (44) and Cincinnati Bengals linebacker Barrett Carter (49) react after a play during the second half against the Arizona Cardinals at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joseph Maiorana-Imagn Images

2025 NFL Draft class rankings predictably place Bengals near the cellar

Matt Fitzgerald

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Feb 12, 2026

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