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Stefon Diggs embodies Bills' frustration with yell to Josh Allen, rapid exit after loss to Bengals

Tensions appeared to boil over in Orchard Park as Stefon Diggs lashed out at Josh Allen on the sideline and later left Highmark Stadium early.

Dan Treacy

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Joe Burrow, Bengals dominate Bills to reach another AFC championship game

The Sporting News tracked live scoring updates and highlights as the Bills hosted the Bengals in the divisional round of the NFL playoffs.

Dan Treacy

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What went wrong for the Bills in their playoff loss to the Bengals?

It wasn't Josh Allen's best performance, but the loss wasn't all on the star quarterback.

Joe Rivera

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How Bengals' battered offensive line dominated Bills in playoff win

The Bengals were down three starters along the offensive line. Facing the Bills in the AFC divisional round, the unit put together perhaps its best performance of the season.

Edward Sutelan

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Joe Burrow lives up to lofty Peyton Manning, Tom Brady comparisons in Bengals win

Joe Burrow had a strong showing in the Bengals' 27-10 win over the Bills. He drew comparisons to Peyton Manning for his outing and did well to back them up.

Jacob Camenker

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Joe Burrow, Bengals players say 'Send those refunds' after clinching spot in AFC title game

The Bengals scuppered a neutral-site AFC championship game with their wire-to-wire victory in Orchard Park.

David Suggs

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Why Bills were dominated by Bengals in AFC divisional playoffs

Buffalo was no match for Cincinnati in the teams' AFC divisional playoff matchup, despite the host being a solid favorite. Here's all what wrong for the Bills in their 27-10 loss.

Vinnie Iyer

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Ja'Marr Chase's overturned TD sparks debate over NFL's catch rule

Ja'Marr Chase appeared to put the Bengals up two touchdowns at the end of the second half, but it was overturned. Here's why.

Jacob Camenker

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Is Damar Hamlin at the Bills-Bengals game? What to know

The Bills will play the Bengals 20 days after both teams elected not to complete their "Monday Night Football" matchup following Hamlin going into cardiac arrest on the field.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Does Josh Allen have a turnover problem?

Buffalo's star quarterback has put his team in some tough spots recently after committing sloppy turnovers.

Sam Jarden

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Who is the Bills' backup quarterback?

Here are Buffalo's other options under center if star quarterback Josh Allen goes down with an injury.

Sam Jarden

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Who is the Bengals' backup quarterback?

Here's who would be called upon at QB for the Bengals if Joe Burrow goes down with an injury.

Sam Jarden

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Why Bengals vs. Bills is being played in Buffalo, explained

It all has to do with the number of games that each team played in 2022.

Jacob Camenker

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Who do Bills or Bengals play next?

The Bills and Bengals have the same prospects in this year's AFC championship game.

Kevin Skiver

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How Jonah Williams, other O-line starters being out impacts Bengals' playoff hopes

The Bengals' offensive line has been ravaged by injuries late in the season. What does that mean for Joe Burrow and the team's Super Bowl hopes?

Edward Sutelan

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Best QB in the NFL right now? Breaking down the Patrick Mahomes vs. Joe Burrow vs. Josh Allen debate

Tom Brady is the established GOAT and Aaron Rodgers is the outgoing MVP, but the 2022 season confirmed that the top three QBs in the NFL how reside in the AFC. Here's breaking down whether Patrick Mahomes still should be considered better than fellow divisional playoff passers Josh Allen and Joe Burrow.

Vinnie Iyer

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Sam Hubbard's hilarious mic'd-up moment after Ravens fumble return

The Bengals defensive end showed out for teammates and the camera after his touchdown, but was more honest after the fact.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Ravens' J.K. Dobbins wanted more carries vs. Bengals: 'Why am I not out there?'

Dobbins said he feels like he's being held back by Baltimore.

Edward Sutelan

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James Proche barely misses Hail Mary TD at end of Ravens' loss to Bengals

The Ravens' attempt at a game-tying drive came up short in Cincinnati. James Proche came very close to miraculously putting Baltimore in position to tie the game.

Dan Treacy

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Bengals' Sam Hubbard game-turning TD is one of the longest plays in NFL playoff history

Hubbard set an NFL record for longest fumble touchdown return in NFL playoff history.

Edward Sutelan

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John Harbaugh explains Ravens' questionable late-game clock management vs. Bengals

The Ravens made the puzzling decision to save timeouts and huddle up late against the Bengals.

Edward Sutelan

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Who will Bengals play in 2023 divisional round after win over Ravens?

The winner of Sunday night's playoff game will face one of the top two seeds in the AFC.

David Suggs

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Ravens' John Harbaugh curt in sideline interview with NBC's Melissa Stark

Harbaugh didn't seem overly keen on answering Stark's questions, especially one about the Ravens' quarterbacks, during a short interview with the sideline reporter.

Sam Jarden

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Lamar Jackson doesn't make trip to Cincinnati with Ravens for playoff game

Jackson was set to miss his sixth straight game with a knee injury, and evidently didn't make the trip to the game.

Edward Sutelan

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Why Justin Jefferson, Ja'Marr Chase, other players fake injuries while doing the Griddy

Two former LSU teammates have taken a viral celebration from the NWSL to the NFL.

Edward Sutelan

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What is Damar Hamlin's charity? The cause behind 'Chasing M's Foundation' and how you can donate

The "Chasing M's Foundation Community Toy Drive" has raised nearly $8 million since Damar Hamlin's scary medical emergency.

Sam Jarden

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Revisiting the 2020 NFL Draft's playoff-bound QB class

The 2022-2023 NFL playoffs is well represented by quarterbacks taken in the 2020 draft, with the Bengals, Dolphins, Chargers and Eagles all taking the right passers for then and now.

Vinnie Iyer

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Lamar Jackson injury update: Ravens QB ruled out for playoff game vs. Bengals with 'unstable' knee

Lamar Jackson tweeted a clarification of his injury status ahead of his team's wild-card playoff game Sunday vs. the Bengals.

Dan Treacy

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Joe Burrow says 'my whole career' is the Bengals' Super Bowl window

The Cincinnati QB does not lack confidence.

Edward Sutelan

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Watch Joe Mixon mock NFL with coin flip touchdown celebration vs. Ravens

With the celebration, Mixon joins a long list of NFL greats to use props in a touchdown celebration.

Joe Rivera

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Why are Ravens resting Lamar Jackson, Tyler Huntley vs. Bengals?

The playoff-bound Ravens will rest multiple starters vs. the Bengals on Sunday — a multi-faceted decision.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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

The Bengals took Brady's comments personally.

Edward Sutelan

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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What to know about 'White Bengal' Bengals alternate jerseys

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

Kevin Skiver

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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

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

Edward Sutelan

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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Details surrounding break-in at Bengals QB Joe Burrow's house

Burrow's home break-in was one in a streak of burglaries surrounding NFL players' or coaches' homes. 

Teddy Ricketson

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