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What Bills vs. Bengals cancellation means for AFC playoff seeding

The Bengals and Bills will not resume their Week 17 game. Here's what that means for the AFC playoffs.

Edward Sutelan

Why NFL's 2023 playoff changes could hurt Bengals

The Bengals could be the team most impacted by the NFL's imperfect proposed AFC playoff solution.

Kevin Skiver

Breaking down the Bengals' playoff seeding scenarios in Week 18

The Sporting News looks at the playoff seedibng possibilities for the Bengals ahead of their Week 18 game against the Ravens.

Kevin Skiver

Zac Taylor takes issue with NFL's solution to AFC North home field advantage

The Bengals head coach is not happy with the NFL's solution to the Bengals playing one less game.

Kevin Skiver

Bills vs. Bengals updates: Game canceled after Damar Hamlin suffered cardiac arrest

The Sporting News is tracking live updates from Bills vs. Bengals on "Monday Night Football."

Sam Jarden

What to know about Bills vs. Bengals game and whether it will be rescheduled

The league issued a statement regarding the "Monday Night Football" game, which was postponed after Damar Hamlin's on-field collapse.

Zac Al-Khateeb

Tee Higgins speaks out on Damar Hamlin play: 'It's hard to forget about'

The Bengals wide receiver said he has talked with Hamlin's mother, and is "in a good place right now."

Edward Sutelan

Explaining the NFL's options for Bills vs. Bengals

The NFL has to make a decision about the Bills vs. Bengals game soon. Will they reschedule it or rule it a no-contest? We'll soon find out.

Jacob Camenker

Bengals' Zac Taylor details conversation with Sean McDermott after Damar Hamlin cardiac arrest

McDermott had one thing to say to Taylor when he first got to the Bills' sideline.

Jacob Camenker

NFL denies Joe Buck's reports on 'five-minute warmup' to resume Bills vs. Bengals game after Damar Hamlin's collapse

NFL VP of football operations Troy Vincent said there was never a mandate to resume the game and he was unsure how ESPN's "Monday Night Football" broadcast sourced the information.

Joe Rivera

Skip Bayless comes under fire for tweet after Damar Hamlin cardiac arrest

Shannon Sharpe didn't show up for "Undisputed" either, so Bayless may be losing some of his support in wake of his tweet.

Jacob Camenker

How Joe Burrow can pass idol Drew Brees for an NFL record in Week 17

Joe Burrow should have a relatively easy path to NFL history on "Monday Night Football" against the Bills.

Jacob Camenker

NFL playoff picture: How Bills, Chiefs or Bengals can clinch AFC's No. 1 seed, first-round bye

The Bills, Chiefs and Bengals are the three best teams in the AFC, but only one can become the No. 1 seed in the playoffs. Here's breaking down their respective paths.

Vinnie Iyer

Joe Burrow vs. Josh Allen stats: How Bengals, Bills quarterbacks compare

The two franchise QBs are set to face off for the first time on "Monday Night Football." But which quarterback has the better skillset?

Edward Sutelan

AFC North scenarios: Bengals can clinch division on 'MNF' after Ravens' loss

Baltimore's loss on "Sunday Night Football" to the Steelers opens the door for the Bengals to once again seal the AFC North in Week 17.

Edward Sutelan

Andrew Whitworth won't rule out playing for Bengals after La'el Collins injury: 'Never say never'

The Bengals may not want the veteran's help, but he would at least consider returning to the NFL.

Jacob Camenker

Bengals La'el Collins out for the season with torn ACL, MCL

Collins' injury is the first along the Bengals' offensive line all season.

Daniel Yanofsky

Giovani Bernard takes blame for botched fake punt in tense exchange with reporters

Bernard would say little else beyond that the play was his fault.

Edward Sutelan

Eli Apple, Bengals call out Tom Brady: 'The future is now, old man'

The Bengals took Brady's comments personally.

Edward Sutelan

How Tom Brady's turnover-filled second half fueled Buccaneers' meltdown vs. Bengals

It was only the second time in Brady's career that he turned the ball over four times in a half.

Edward Sutelan

Bengals, Joe Burrow bailed out with defensive holding penalty one play after DPI not called

The officials certainly appeared to give a makeup call to the Bengals after the Bucs seemingly got away with fouling Ja'Marr Chase the play before.

Edward Sutelan

Bengals control AFC North race race after win over Buccaneers

The Bengals are in the driver's seat in the AFC North after beating the Buccaneers on Sunday.

Jacob Camenker

Joe Burrow has hilarious reaction to Bengals fan's viral wisdom teeth video

Joe Burrow is still one of the NFL's best quarterbacks. Best looking? That's for you to judge.

Joe Rivera

What the Week 14 wins by the Bengals and Ravens mean for the AFC North race

The top two teams in the AFC North keep winning as they draw nearer to a potentially decisive Week 18 clash.

Edward Sutelan

Why Bengals QB Joe Burrow has struggled against the Browns

Joe Burrow has beaten plenty of teams in his NFL career, yet he remains winless against the Browns. Here's why the Cincinnati QB has gone winless against Cleveland.

Edward Sutelan

Why the Chiefs kicked a late field goal against the Bengals rather than go for it on fourth down

The KC coach opted to try a game-tying 55-yard field goal on fourth-and-7 with 3:24 left in the game. The offense did not see the ball again.

Edward Sutelan

Bengals-Chiefs playoff implications: AFC East's top teams feel the effects

Cincinnati's win at home in Week 13 had big ripple effects throughout the NFL playoff picture with regard to the race for AFC seeding. The Sporting News breaks it down.

Vinnie Iyer

Bengals' win vs. Chiefs, by the numbers: How Joe Burrow moved to 3-0 vs. Patrick Mahomes

Burrow became the first quarterback to beat Mahomes in three straight matchups.

Edward Sutelan

Jessie Bates appears to fake injury as Bengals scramble on goal line vs. Chiefs

The only ones who bought this injury were the officials.

Edward Sutelan

How the Bengals slowed down Patrick Mahomes in 2022 AFC Championship

Patrick Mahomes has been nearly flawless throughout his career, but Lou Anarumo had an incredible gameplan for him.

Kevin Skiver

Is Joe Burrow-Patrick Mahomes the new Brady-Manning?

The Bengals and Chiefs delivered two thrilling matchups a season ago. Is their rivalry the start of a new era?

Edward Sutelan

Why Derrick Henry's fumble was heartbreaking for fantasy owners, bettors

The Titans running back upset a lot of people when he coughed up the ball just outside of the end zone.

Sam Jarden

How long is Ja'Marr Chase out?

The Sporting News looks at Ja'Marr Chase's injury status, which could keep the star receiver out for several weeks.

Zac Al-Khateeb

Get the latest updates on Joe Mixon after Bengals RB suffers concussion

Joe Mixon was ruled out of the AFC North contest in Pittsburgh.

Kevin Skiver

Why the Steelers' George Pickens was ejected late in his team's loss to the Bengals

The ejection may have been a case of officials reading the writing on the wall.

Kevin Skiver

Bengals have some thoughts after Steelers game is flexed out of 'SNF'

The Bengals totally don't care about getting flexed out of "SNF." Or do they?

Zac Al-Khateeb

Bengals schedule 2022: Dates & times for all 17 games, strength of schedule, final record prediction

Here's a look at the schedule the reigning AFC champions will face during the 2022 NFL season.

Edward Sutelan

Bengals' Joe Mixon threatens NFL record for touchdowns in a game

The Bengals running back had a huge day against the Panthers.

Zac Al-Khateeb

Browns snap losing streak with blowout win over Bengals, Burrow struggles vs. Cleveland continues

Sporting News tracked live scoring updates and highlights from Bengals vs. Browns on "Monday Night Football." Check out complete results from the NFL Week 8 game.

Dan Treacy

Joe Burrow stats vs. Browns: Why Myles Garrett, Cleveland defense have stifled Bengals quarterback

Burrow dropped to 0-4 in his career against Cleveland as he has continued to struggle against the team's in-state rival.

Edward Sutelan

Myles Garrett unveils Vecna 'Stranger Things' costume ahead of Browns' 'MNF' game vs. Bengals

Garrett is going all-in on the "Stranger Things"-themed Halloween this year.

Edward Sutelan

Myles Garrett's 'Stranger Things' yard and costume, explained: Why Browns EDGE goes all out for Halloween

Garrett has merged his love of "Stranger Things" with his Halloween decorating style.

Edward Sutelan

Bengals WR depth chart: Joe Burrow has options in wake of Ja'Marr Chase's injury

It's not all bad for the Bengals offense. Cincinnati has depth behind Ja'Marr Chase.

Joe Rivera

Bengals WR Ja'Marr Chase set to miss multiple weeks with hip injury

The Bengals will have to contend without one of the best wide receivers in the NFL over the next four to six weeks.

Edward Sutelan

Bengals' Joe Burrow, Ja'Marr Chase enjoy 'unbelievable experience' in win at Superdome

Chase was thrilled to play in his hometown of New Orleans. Burrow enjoyed playing where LSU won its national title in 2020.

Jacob Camenker

Zac Taylor says Bengals' puzzling goal-line play calls vs Ravens 'obviously didn't work'

The Bengals' failed Philly Special and shovel pass at the goal line in the third quarter proved costly as Cincinnati fell to Baltimore on "Sunday Night Football."

Edward Sutelan

Justin Tucker's last-second field goal pushes Ravens past Bengals on 'Sunday Night Football'

The Sporting News tracked score updates and highlights as Cincinnati and Baltimore faced off on "Sunday Night Football."

Sam Jarden

Joe Burrow comments on Tua Tagovailoa situation: Football 'is a dangerous game'

Burrow said that concussions are a part of the game and that he has had his share of head injuries in his career.

Edward Sutelan

Andy Dalton vs. Kirk Cousins gives London a familiar flavor

Things got weird the last time Andy Dalton and Kirk Cousins played head-to-head in London.

Kevin Skiver

Tua Tagovailoa injury update: Dolphins QB leaves hospital, enters concussion protocol after hit vs. Bengals

Tagovailoa was taken to the hospital by ambulance after suffering the injury.

Jacob Camenker

Why did Kid Cudi name a song after Joe Burrow?

Here's what you need to know about the relationship between Joe Burrow and Kid Cudi, two of Ohio's most famous sons who have found a way to succeed under the brightest of lights.

David Suggs

Eli Apple vs. Tyreek Hill: Who won the 'Thursday Night Football' sideshow for Bengals vs. Dolphins?

Hill said he owed Apple after last year's AFC championship game. Apple held up when in coverage of the star Dolphins wideout on Thursday.

Edward Sutelan

Dolphins' Tyreek Hill says he was 'disrespected' by a Bengals coach

Hill did not identify the coach, who allegedly said something to him during the game that he did not appreciate.

Edward Sutelan

Joe Burrow helps get Bengals to 2-2, Dolphins lose Tua Tagovailoa to another injury

Sporting News tracked live updates and highlights for Dolphins vs. Bengals on "Thursday Night Football." Follow along for complete results from the NFL Week 4 game.

Sam Jarden

Why NFL on Amazon's Kirk Herbstreit grew up a big Bengals fans

Kirk Herbstreit is going to have to work harder than usual to be impartial on "Thursday Night Football" in Week 4.

Jacob Camenker

Why leaked Dolphins practice video sparked NFL inquiry

Miami was practicing in the middle of Nippert Stadium on the University of Cincinnati's campus ahead of its prime-time game against the Bengals.

Edward Sutelan

Tyreek Hill vs. Eli Apple beef, revisited

With the Dolphins and Bengals facing off, Thursday is going to pit two foes against each other.

Kevin Skiver

Is Joe Burrow or a revamped line to blame for Bengals' problem with allowing sacks?

Through three weeks of the 2022 NFL season, Joe Burrow is on pace to be sacked 85 times.

Jacob Camenker

How Joe Burrow became top QB taken of 2020 NFL Draft over Tua Tagovailoa

Tagovailoa had been considered by many to be the surefire No. 1 overall pick prior to the season. Then Burrow led LSU to a historic national championship.

Zac Al-Khateeb

What to know about 'White Bengal' Bengals alternate jerseys

The Bengals are marrying their color rush jerseys with an alternate helmet.

Kevin Skiver

How Joe Burrow and the Bengals have struggled early in games since QB's arrival

The Bengals aren't playing from behind, but they're not scoring early, either.

Edward Sutelan

Latest updates on Tua Tagovailoa's status for Bengals game

Tagovailoa said he is recovering from multiple issues following the Dolphins' Week 3 win over the Bills.

Zac Al-Khateeb

Tyreek Hill already trash-talking Eli Apple

The Dolphins head to Cincinnati for a "Thursday Night Football" meeting, and Hill wants all the smoke.

Zac Al-Khateeb

Why wasn't Tee Higgins awarded touchdown in Bengals vs. Jets?

NFL catch rules remain a confusing mess to sort through for NFL players and fans alike.

Zac Al-Khateeb

While fans sound the alarm about Bengals' 0-2 start, Joe Burrow stays off social media

Joe Cool says he hasn't been on Twitter or Instagram "for a while." Don't expect that to change anytime soon.

David Suggs

Latest on Bengals' Tee Higgins after suffering concussion vs. Steelers

It's unclear how long Higgins will be out as a result of the injury.

Jacob Camenker

Joe Burrow turns in horrendous Week 1 performance, nearly makes history

Burrow and the Bengals took the Steelers to the wire, but ultimately couldn't overcome the worst statistical performance of his career.

Joe Rivera

Injury to long snapper costs Bengals dearly in OT loss to Steelers

It seemed Tee Higgins might be the biggest injury the Bengals would sustain against the Steelers in their opening matchup.

Edward Sutelan

Rams' Aaron Donald swings two helmets at Bengals players during brawl at practice

Aaron Donald could face discipline after swinging two helmets during a brawl between the Rams and Bengals at practice on Thursday.

Jacob Camenker

Justin Jefferson responds to Ja'Marr Chase's claims as better WR: 'I'm more versatile'

Chase said his former LSU teammate stole all his moves. The Vikings wide receiver is pushing back.

Edward Sutelan

No, block that injured Kayvon Thibodeaux wasn't illegal

Thibodeaux, the No. 5 overall pick of the NFL draft, was injured in the preseason by a cut block. It wasn't illegal, nor was it dirty.

Zac Al-Khateeb

Joe Burrow hints at when he'll return from ruptured appendix

Burrow missed much of Cincinnati's training camp after he had an appendectomy.

Edward Sutelan

Joe Burrow shines in first practice since appendectomy

Burrow made impressive throw after impressive throw in his first practice of training camp over the weekend.

David Suggs

Bengals sell stadium naming rights, leaving only two NFL facilities without corporate names

Green Bay's Lambeau Field and Chicago's Soldier Field are now the only two NFL stadiums without a company attached to the name as Paul Brown Stadium is no more.

Edward Sutelan

Joe Burrow could miss 'a few more weeks' after appendectomy

Jim Burrow described the procedure as a "major surgery."

Edward Sutelan

How Bengals' Ja'Marr Chase spent first $1 million of NFL paycheck, including a Maserati for mom

"She was crying, like tears of joy," Chase said. "That was good to see. She made me start crying."

David Suggs

Cincinnati Bengals players spoof teammate Ja'Marr Chase's GQ photoshoot in hilarious Twitter post

Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery. Chase might take that idiom with a grain of salt, though.

David Suggs

Where is Joe Burrow? Details of Bengals QB's surgery to remove appendix, recovery time to join training camp

Burrow will "miss some practice time", according to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport.

David Suggs

When is Joe Burrow extension eligible? Bengals owner Mike Brown says 'whole focus' is to sign QB to long-term contract

The Bengals have begun making some major changes to their organization since the Super Bowl in moves that appear designed to keep the 2020 first overall pick in Cincinnati.

Edward Sutelan

Why Bengals running back Trayveon Williams is teaching an NIL course at Texas A&M

Williams, a former Aggie, will be teaching the course in the spring following the end of the NFL season.

Edward Sutelan

Fitzmagic to Fitztragic: Power ranking Ryan Fitzpatrick's NFL teams, from Buffalo to Washington

With Ryan Fitzpatrick retiring, it's time to look at where he was at his best.

Kevin Skiver

Bengals' Joe Burrow explains how Kurt Warner inspired him to celebrate, attend after party despite Super Bowl loss

Joe Burrow went out despite losing the Super Bowl, a decision that he attributed to a documentary he watched about Kurt Warner.

Jacob Camenker

NFL holdout candidates 2022: Deebo Samuel, Jessie Bates among players most likely to miss time over contract disputes

The chaotic wide receiver market this offseason could lead to more drama come training camp time.

Kevin Skiver

Bengals' 2022 Super Bowl odds lowest for reigning conference champion since 2016 Broncos, 2013 Ravens

Cincinnati shocked the NFL world with a run to Super Bowl 56, but oddsmakers aren't betting on the Bengals to make a run of it again in 2022.

Edward Sutelan

Bengals draft picks 2022: Who did Cincinnati take? Full list of NFL Draft selections

Here's a breakdown of the picks the Bengals have in the 2022 NFL Draft, including their projected picks from the latest Sporting News seven-round mock draft.

Edward Sutelan

Mic'd Up: What Rams' Matthew Stafford said in heated exchange after Bengals' hard hit on Cooper Kupp in Super Bowl 56

Matthew Stafford wanted to make sure the Bengals' defensive backs knew they knew not to mess with Cooper Kupp.

Jacob Camenker

Eminem kneels during Super Bowl 56 halftime show

Eminem took a knee during the the Super Bowl 56 halftime show, which was in reported defiance of the NFL.

Zac Al-Khateeb

Best, worst Super Bowl commercials in 2022: The biggest winners & losers from Super Bowl 56

Another Super Bowl come and gone,

Joe Rivera

McVay knew Donald would close out Rams' Super Bowl win

McVay's confidence in the future Pro Football Hall of Famer certainly wasn't misplaced.

Zac Al-Khateeb

Bengals' Eli Apple was instantly roasted by NFL players after getting cooked in Super Bowl 56

Eli Apple gave up the eventual game-winning touchdown to Cooper Kupp, delighting other players around the NFL who view the Bengals cornerback as a heel.

Joe Rivera

Super Bowl officials miss Rams' false start before calling questionable penalty against Bengals' Logan Wilson

Not only may there have been a phantom call on Logan Wilson, but the play shouldn't have even counted to begin with.

Jacob Camenker

Will Aaron Donald retire? Rams defender 'in the moment' after Super Bowl 56 victory despite speculation

The LA defensive tackle may walk away following Super Bowl 56 — if the Rams win.

Joe Rivera

Super Bowl 2022 final score, results: Rams win first title in 22 years with comeback over Bengals

Sporting News tracked live scoring updates and highlights for Super Bowl 56 between the Rams and Bengals. Read for complete results from the 2022 Super Bowl in Inglewood, Calif.

Jake Aferiat

Who won Super Bowl MVP in 2022? Kupp edges Donald for award

Kupp had one more impressive performance in him for the 2021 season — one worth of a Super Bowl MVP performance.

Zac Al-Khateeb

Watch the entire Super Bowl 2022 halftime show with Eminem, Snoop Dogg & more

Did you miss the 2022 Super Bowl halftime show? Watch performances from Dr. Dre, Snoop Dogg, Eminem and everyone else here.

Jacob Camenker

Youngest coach to win a Super Bowl: Sean McVay makes NFL history with Rams in second appearance

McVay surpassed Mike Tomlin to become the youngest coach in NFL history to hoist the Lombardi Trophy with Los Angeles' win against the Bengals.

Edward Sutelan

Bengals kicker Evan McPherson stays out to watch Super Bowl halftime show from sidelines

McPherson decided it would be more important to watch the classic halftime performance rather than meet with his team.

Edward Sutelan

50 Cent, Anderson .Paak make surprise appearances at Super Bowl 56 halftime show

Fans were treated to a throwback halftime show with Snoop Dogg, Dr. Dre, Eminem and Mary J. Blige. Then 50 Cent and Anderson .Paak joined the party.

Edward Sutelan

Super Bowl officials miss penalty when Tee Higgins grabs Jalen Ramsey's face mask on Bengals TD

The Bengals greatly benefitted from the no-call.

Jacob Camenker

NFL explains why Vernon Hargreaves' celebration led to Bengals penalty in Super Bowl 56

There was a reason for the flag after an end zone interception by Cincinnati.

Joe Rivera

Super Bowl halftime show reviews 2022: Reactions to 'best ever' performance by Eminem, Snoop Dogg & more

Sporting News is tracking live updates and instant reviews from the Super Bowl 56 halftime show in Los Angeles. Watch the performances by Eminem, Snoop Dogg, Dr. Dre, Kendrick Lamar and Mary J. Blige here.

Jordan Heck

Bengals' fourth-down gamble sets up touchdown for Rams, Odell Beckham Jr.

Zac Taylor took a chance early in Super Bowl 56. It didn't pay off for his Bengals.

Jacob Camenker

The Rock delivered a supersized hype speech to start Super Bowl 56

The Rock laid the smackdown on the microphone.

Joe Rivera

How long was the Super Bowl national anthem in 2022? Mickey Guyton hits betting over

The Super Bowl national anthem performance was shorter than it has been in recent memory, but the over still hit.

Jacob Camenker

Joe Burrow's nicknames, explained: From 'Joey Franchise' to 'Joe Shiesty'

Joe Burrow's attitude has lent itself to being named all sorts of nicknames. Here's what they are.

Joe Rivera

Rams vs. Bengals injury report

Check out who will be available for — and who's in danger of missing — Super Bowl 56.

Zac Al-Khateeb

Joe Burrow's Super Bowl 56 outfit draws Cam Newton comparisons, extreme reactions from NFL world

Burrow's pre-game fit was… interesting, to say the least.

Joe Rivera

Who is singing the national anthem at Super Bowl 2022? Meet the performer picked for Los Angeles

Country artist Mickey Guyton will sing the national anthem prior to the start of Super Bowl 56.

Trevor Booth

Odell Beckham Jr. is 'on standby' for the birth of his first child on Super Bowl Sunday

Odell Beckham Jr.'s partner, Lauren Wood, is expecting the birth of the couple's first baby at any moment, even during Super Bowl 56.

Dani Mohr

Who is Michael Buffer? Major events, net worth of boxing announcer

Buffer has made several appearances at SoFi Stadium during the Rams' playoff run, and has said he's always wanted to announce the Super Bowl.

Edward Sutelan

How Bengals built their Super Bowl roster

SN looks at how Cincinnati transformed a team that had the NFL's worst record in 2019 into a Super Bowl contender only two seasons later, starting with the fortune of landing franchise QB Joe Burrow.

Vinnie Iyer

The history behind Joe Burrow's celebratory cigars, from LSU to the Bengals

Going back through Burrow's history of lighting up a cigar after big games.

Edward Sutelan

Burrow one win away from QB triple crown

Joe Burrow has achieved tremendous success at the collegiate and NFL levels. He's one step away from achieving an unprecedented achievement among quarterbacks.

Zac Al-Khateeb

How much are Super Bowl officials paid?

Take a look at how much the officials on the field at SoFi Stadium will be making for the Super Bowl.

Edward Sutelan

WRs for Super Bowl MVP

Super Bowl 56 features four receivers who are legitimate threats to win the Super Bowl MVP award. SN breaks down those cases for each.

Bill Bender

How much do NFL players make for winning Super Bowl in 2022?

Players on either the Bengals or Rams are set to take home a nice extra paycheck after winning Super Bowl 56.

Edward Sutelan

How Rams built a Super Bowl roster: Matthew Stafford trade, big free agent additions and draft picks pay off

The Rams look a lot different in the 2022 Super Bowl than they did in their last appearance in 2019. Here's how Sean McVay and Les Snead turned the team back into a contender with an aggressive roster retool in 2021.

Jacob Camenker

Joe Burrow vs. Matthew Stafford

Vinnie Iyer breaks down the strengths and weaknesses of the two quarterbacks playing in Super Bowl 56 to determine whether Cincinnati or Los Angeles has the edge at the most important position.

Vinnie Iyer

SB rosters by college

LSU and Florida are tied with the most players in Super Bowl 56. Here is a complete breakdown of the Rams and Bengals rosters by college.

Bill Bender

Iyer: Busting Super Bowl 56 myths

Super Bowl 56 is a surprising showdown between the Bengals and Rams. These are a few of the many myths you'll hear leading up to the big game.

Vinnie Iyer

Bengals advance to first Super Bowl in 33 years

Sporting News tracked live scoring updates and highlights from Chiefs vs. Bengals on Sunday. Follow for complete results from the 2022 AFC championship game

Jake Aferiat

Bengals advance to AFC title game with win at Titans

Sporting News tracked live scoring updates and highlights from Bengals vs. Titans on Saturday. Follow for complete results from the 2022 NFL divisional playoff game.

Dani Mohr

Teddy Bridgewater injury update: Broncos QB carted off, taken to hospital after suffering head injury vs. Bengals

Teddy Bridgewater suffered a serious-looking injury as his head hit the ground at the end of a run.

Jacob Camenker

Cam Newton, Michael Jordan lead Notable NFL cuts

Sporting News kept tabs on the most surprising cuts from NFL rosters:

Vinnie Iyer

Early NFL picks against the spread for Week 1

In our early picks and predictions for Week 1 of the 2021 NFL season, Tom Brady and the defending Super Bowl champions pick up where they left off, the Chiefs win a close one and Joe Burrow leads an upset.

Vinnie Iyer

The best and worst starting QBs for 2021, ranked 1-32

Here are Sporting News' updated NFL quarterback rankings for the 2021 season from 1-32, starting with Patrick Mahomes down to Sam Darnold.

Vinnie Iyer

NFL power rankings, training camp edition

With training camps set to open for every team in the NFL this week, here are Sporting News' latest league power rankings, updated with the current vibes coming out of the offseason.

Vinnie Iyer

Why Chad Johnson changed his name back, explained: 'Ochocinco is still in me'

Why did Chad Johnson change his name to Chad Ochocinco during his NFL days? The reasons are actually very simple.

Jacob Camenker

Joe Burrow injury update: Bengals QB 'all systems go' for Week 1 after knee surgery

Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow should be ready to start the 2021 NFL season despite suffering a severe knee injury late in his rookie campaign.

Jacob Camenker

Kyle Pitts

Tight end is not typically a priority position in the NFL Draft, but Kyle Pitts is billed as a generational prospect. Here's at other tight ends drafted in the first round since 1967 and how they fared.

Bill Bender

SN's final NFL Mock Draft for 2021

Sporting News' final NFL mock draft for 2021 covers the first three rounds with the most updated information and rumors considered for every team's picks.

Vinnie Iyer

Who should Bengals pick in 2021 NFL Draft?

The Bengals are one of the few teams that don't need a quarterback at the top of the 2021 NFL Draft. They're perfectly positioned to nab the top non-QB, but that makes for a difficult decision.

Bill Bender

NFL schedule release: When to expect an announcement, and more

Here is what we know about the NFL's 2021 schedule release date, schedule for each team and more.

Joe Rivera

NFL mock draft 2021 with trades: Patriots, Broncos, Bills make bold moves up; Falcons, Panthers enjoy payoff

Our latest NFL mock draft for 2021 includes a handful of trades that shake up the first round.

Vinnie Iyer

NFL Mock Draft 2021: Complete 7-round edition

Sporting News' latest NFL mock draft for 2021 spans seven rounds, covering all 259 picks from projected No. 1 overall selection Trevor Lawrence down to Mr. Irrelevant.

Vinnie Iyer

Kyle Pitts mock draft: Eagles, Cowboys, Dolphins top best 2021 NFL Draft fits for Florida TE

Kyle Pitts is arguably the most interesting prospect in the 2021 NFL Draft and could become the highest-drafted tight end in league history. Here are the best fits for the Florida playmaker.

Vinnie Iyer

SN Mock Draft: After Miami's big trades

Sporting News' updated 2021 mock draft projecting pick Nos. 1-32 looks at the implications of San Francisco and Philadelphia swinging big blockbuster deals with Miami to move up in the draft order.

Vinnie Iyer

SN Mock Draft: Adjusted for free-agent moves

Sporting News' updated 2021 mock draft projecting pick Nos. 1-32 looks at the implications of NFL free agency on the first round now that the dust has settled, including the Jets' decision to draft a QB vs. trading for Deshaun Watson.

Vinnie Iyer

DeVonta Smith mock draft: Eagles, Lions among best 2021 NFL Draft fits for Alabama WR

DeVonta Smith isn't certain to go ahead of LSU's Ja'Marr Chase and/or former Alabama teammate Jaylen Waddle, but he's definitely an elite wideout prospect worthy of being taken in the top 10 overall. Here are the best 2021 NFL Draft fits for the Alabama wide receiver.

Vinnie Iyer

NFL salary cap cuts 2021: Team-by-team tracker of players released into NFL free agency

The NFL has set its salary cap at $182.5 million for 2021. With a significant $15.7 million decrease from the 2020 number of $198.2 million, that's left teams scrambling to make cuts that will help them get under the cap for the upcoming season.

Vinnie Iyer

The NFL's highest-paid quarterbacks in salary, guaranteed money and total contract value

Here are the 10 highest-paid QBs in the NFL based on three different criteria.

Vinnie Iyer

SN Mock Draft: How Carson Wentz trade will reshape first round

Sporting News' updated 2021 mock draft projecting pick Nos. 1-32 explores the ripple effects of Carson Wentz's trade from the Eagles to the Colts plus other Round 1 quarterback implications.

Vinnie Iyer

NFL QB carousel: Projecting the starter for all 32 teams in 2021

It is not a stretch to say half of the NFL's 32 teams could have a different starting quarterback next season. Here's a breakdown of how the league's QB landscape might look after free agency, trades and the 2021 NFL Draft.

Bill Bender

SN Mock Draft: Justin Fields falls to Falcons after Jets skip QB

Sporting News' updated 2021 mock draft projects pick Nos. 1-28 after the NFL divisional playoffs, including a big shakeup early after Trevor Lawrence goes to the Jaguars and Urban Meyer as expected.

Vinnie Iyer

Jackson focused on clinching playoff berth, not individual history

Baltimore Ravens quarterback and reigning MVP Lamar Jackson is eyeing a spot in the playoffs, not individual history.

Sacha Pisani

JuJu Smith-Schuster calls 49ers rookie a 'female' for Instagram message

Smith-Schuster, a social media darling, seems to be self-destructing this week.

Dan Bernstein

SN's latest mock draft for 2021

Sporting News' updated 2021 mock draft keeps six quarterbacks in the first round, topped with the flip at the top between Jacksonville and New York. Also, Philadelphia and New England grab needed downfield playmakers from the Crimson Tide.

Vinnie Iyer

Tomlin: We're not good right now

Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin lamented his side's performance against the Cincinnati Bengals.

Dejan Kalinic

Bengals stun Steelers in huge upset

The Pittsburgh Steelers suffered a shock loss to the Cincinnati Bengals in the NFL.

Dejan Kalinic

SN's latest mock draft for 2021

Sporting News' updated 2021 mock draft has both the Cowboys and Eagles thinking defense with their surprisingly high picks, while the Steelers and 49ers find eventual replacements for their franchise quarterbacks.

Vinnie Iyer

Bengals QB Burrow undergoes surgery

Joe Burrow reportedly tore his left ACL and MCL in Cincinnati's loss to Washington on Nov. 22.

Stats Perform News

NFL power rankings for Week 13

Our NFL power rankings are updated to reflect every team's results heading into Week 13 of the 2020 NFL regular season.

Vinnie Iyer

Joe Burrow injury update: Bengals quarterback carted off with gruesome knee injury

Joe Burrow was carted off during the Bengals' Week 11 game against the Washington Football Team with what looked like a serious left leg injury.

Sporting News

Roethlisberger back for Steelers

Vance McDonald remains sidelined, but Ben Roethlisberger, Jerald Hawkins, Jaylen Samuels and Vince Williams are back for the Steelers.

Tom Webber

Steelers confirm more COVID cases

A day after announcing Vance McDonald had tested positive for coronavirus, Pittsburgh Steelers have added four more to their reserve list.

Daniel Lewis

Ross wants trade from Bengals

The Bengals traded Carlos Dunlap this week and John Ross would like to become the next player to leave Cincinnati.

Chris Myson

Dunlap deal helps out Seahawks

The Seattle Seahawks have added defensive end Carlos Dunlap, who had only previously played for the Cincinnati Bengals.

Rob Lancaster

Beckham set to miss rest of season

The Cleveland Browns do not expect Odell Beckham Jr to play again this season due to a knee injury sustained against the Cincinnati Bengals.

Stats Perform News

Will Colts and Bengals be postponed?

With the Colts announcing that they had multiple members of their organization test positive for COVID-19 and closing down their facility on Friday, there's a chance for Sunday's 1 p.m. ET kickoff against the Bengals in Indianapolis to be postponed.

Vinnie Iyer

NFL mock draft 2021: Jets, Broncos, Vikings all go QB

Sporting News' updated mock draft finds new franchise quarterbacks for three teams floundering to start the 2020 season. Plus, the Giants, Falcons and Bengals add defensive stars in the top 10.

Vinnie Iyer

NFL power rankings for Week 3

Our NFL power rankings are updated to reflect every team's results entering Week 3 of the 2020 NFL regular season.

Vinnie Iyer

Joe Burrow makes 0-2 Bengals big winners after loss to Baker Mayfield, Browns

Despite what the box score said in Cleveland on Thursday night, the brighter quarterback future is in Cincinnati.

Vinnie Iyer

Burrow frustrated as Bengals lose

There was much to like about Joe Burrow's performance but he rued another defeat for the Cincinnati Bengals.

Peter Hanson

Browns' new ground-and-pound offense is up and running

Baker Mayfield and Odell Beckham Jr. make the headlines, but the Browns' success hinges on a 1-2 running game that dominated in Week 2.

Bill Bender

Will there be fans at NFL games in 2020?

The NFL is allowing each of its 32 teams and local lawmakers to determine whether fans can attend football games amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Here is a team-by-team breakdown, updated with the latest news.

Tadd Haislop

NFL GM rankings 2020: Best, worst decision-makers in the league

NFL general managers can both rise fast and fall hard. Here's how we have them ranked, 1-32, with the leaders of last year's Super Bowl teams deservingly on top.

Vinnie Iyer

Green signs franchise tender

A.J. Green will earn $17.9million in 2020 after signing his franchise tender with the Cincinnati Bengals.

Matt Becker

No deal between Cowboys and Dak

Ten NFL players will play on franchise tenders in 2020 after failing to agree long-term deals before Wednesday's deadline passed.

Scott Garbarini

NFL training camp openings remain on schedule

The league is sticking with its initial timetable for now as teams work out plans for players to return to facilities.

Tom Gatto

'Ochocinco' leaves massive tip at restaurant

The former NFL receiver has a history of leaving big tips, but this one probably meant more considering the effect the coronavirus pandemic has had on businesses.

Zac Al-Khateeb

Dalton released by Bengals

With Joe Burrow set to take over under center for the Bengals, long-serving QB Andy Dalton has reportedly been released.

Chris Myson

NFL power rankings: Buccaneers, Bills join top tier

With the 2020 NFL Draft completed and most key free agents signed, here are Sporting News' latest NFL power rankings, updated with each team's offseason moves.

Vinnie Iyer

NFL Draft grades 2020

Sporting News' grades are in for the 2020 NFL Draft. Here are the best and worst classes, from a surprisingly impressive haul for Jerry Jones and the Cowboys to an all-around whiff by the Packers.

Vinnie Iyer

Burrow revels in 'crazy' rise

After being taken with the top pick in the NFL Draft, Joe Burrow said it was a dream come true.

Dejan Kalinic

Ex-coach knew Burrow was 'different'

While Joe Burrow could be compared to Tom Brady, his former coach says the top draft pick is "unique".

Ben Spratt

QBs go early in NFL Draft

The Cincinnati Bengals used the number one pick on Joe Burrow, while Tua Tagovailoa was drafted fifth by the Miami Dolphins in the NFL Draft

Matt Becker

Bengals unlikely to trade top pick, coach says

Zac Taylor cannot envision a scenario where the Bengals trade down from No. 1 ahead of next week's NFL Draft.

Matt Kelley

Bengals re-sign Redmond

Alex Redmond will remain with the Cincinnati Bengals in the 2020 season after sign a new contract.

Scott Garbarini

NFL free agency tracker: The 10 best available free agents still unsigned in 2020

Several good players are still available in 2020 NFL free agency.

Tadd Haislop

Jets DL Williams arrested

Quinnen Williams, the third pick in the 2019 NFL Draft, will appear in court after he allegedly attempted to board a flight with a pistol.

Liam Blackburn

Joe Burrow already telling the Bengals what he wants

The potential No. 1 pick in the draft reportedly told Cincinnati he wants to play with the veteran receiver, but we still don't even know if Burrow actually wants to play for the Bengals.

Tadd Haislop

Trading for Joe Burrow: What would it take to get No. 1 pick in NFL Draft from Bengals?

If another team offers a trade Cincinnati can't refuse, could the top QB in the 2020 NFL Draft be had? Former NFL exec Jeff Diamond examines the scenarios.

Jeff Diamond

NFL Combine takeaways

The biggest takeaways from the first half of the 2020 NFL Combine, from Tua Tagovailoa's health to Joe Burrow's fit with the Bengals.

Vinnie Iyer

Burrow backed to revive Bengals

Hall of Famer Anthony Munoz was impressed by Joe Burrow's college production and thinks he can translate that success to the NFL.

Liam Blackburn

NFL mock draft 2020: Patriots, Raiders, Cowboys, Giants go defense

Here is our latest NFL mock draft for 2020 with the actual draft fewer than three months away.

Vinnie Iyer

NFL mock draft 2020: Dolphins, Panthers get Bengals' QB leftovers

Our NFL mock draft for 2020 is updated to reflect the latest selection order. Here are our draft projections for the top prospects in the 2020 class.

Vinnie Iyer

NFL mock draft 2020: Redskins pass on Young

Our NFL mock draft for 2020 is updated to reflect the latest selection order for the first round. Where will the top prospects like Joe Burrow, Chase Young, Tua Tagovailoa and others land?

Vinnie Iyer

NFL power rankings: Packers, Chiefs, Seahawks rise

Our NFL power rankings are updated to reflect the developments around the league as Week 16 arrives.

Vinnie Iyer

What we know about NFL's investigation into Patriots

A New England staffer had his film confiscated by the NFL after the Patriots failed to alert the Bengals and the league about a film crew in attendance at FirstEnergy Stadium.

Dan Bernstein

NFL picks, predictions for Week 13

In our picks and predictions for Week 13 of the 2019 NFL season, Pittsburgh wins its chippy rematch against Cleveland. Plus, Minnesota escapes Seattle with a victory, and Green Bay takes care of business in New York.

Tadd Haislop

NFL mock draft 2020: Tua Tagovailoa drops out of first round

Here is our latest 2020 NFL mock draft in the wake of a hip injury to Tua Tagovailoa, a possible No. 1 overall pick who now could slide out of the first round entirely.

Vinnie Iyer

NFL power rankings Week 12

Here are our updated NFL power rankings as Week 12 of the 2019 season arrives.

Vinnie Iyer

Bengals fans show love for Dalton

To combat the obvious sting of losing one’s job, Bengals fans have shown their appreciation for Dalton.

Travis Durkee

NFL power rankings

Our NFL power rankings are updated to reflect the latest developments around the league as Week 9 of the 2019 season arrives.

Vinnie Iyer

A.J. Green trade rumors

A.J. Green remains one of the 2019 NFL trade deadline's top prizes despite rebuilding Cincinnati's public reluctance to trade its aging star wide receiver. Here are the best trade fits for Green, should the Bengals budge on that stance.

Vinnie Iyer

Starting QBs since Kaepernick

Each NFL team has played at least 35 games since Colin Kaepernick's last appearance, and 80 different quarterbacks have been starters.

Liam Blackburn

Bengals have no Green timetable

A.J. Green is making "good progress", but it remains unclear when he will return for the Cincinnati Bengals.

E.Jay Zarett

Ben Roethlisberger injury update

"He is expected to make a full recovery and return to the field for the 2020 NFL season," the team said in a release.

Kirstie Chiappelli

Giants Shurmur stiff-arms Jones questions

Jones completed 9 of 11 passes for 141 yards Thursday to help give the Giants to a 25-23 win over the Bengals.

Chelsea Howard

Mahomes plays one drive for Chiefs

Kansas City Chiefs star Patrick Mahomes did not need long to show he is in fine form.

Alexis Mansanarez

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