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Boye Mafe: “There is no selfishness on this d-line right now”
Boye Mafe praises the Cincinnati Bengals' revamped defensive line, highlighting the selfless chemistry between him and fellow lineman Dexter Lawrence. The duo sealed a pivotal sack on Titans quarterback Cam Ward in Week 7, forcing a fumble and later delivering a fourth‑quarter sack that pushed Tennessee out of field‑goal range. Mafe credits the unit’s unity and the confidence they draw from Joe Burrow’s high‑powered offense, noting it eases defensive pressure. The article also teases highlights of Burrow’s six‑touchdown game and a preview of the Bengals’ upcoming Madrid showdown with the Falcons.
Bengals Tuesday Trenches: Pros and cons of a potential Jonathan Taylor trade and more
The Bengals sit 5-2 and are eyeing a possible Jonathan Taylor trade as the Colts look to move the star RB. The article weighs the upside—Taylor would instantly boost Cincinnati’s anemic rushing attack (third‑fewest yards, 3.7 ypc) and relieve pressure on Joe Burrow—against the downsides, including a hefty $44 million contract, limited cap space after Burrow, Chase and Higgins deals, and a devalued running‑back market. It also notes defensive injuries and the need for veteran corners or linebackers, suggesting the Bengals may have bigger priorities before the trade deadline.
Shemar Stewart’s time to show the Bengals what he’s made of has come
Cincinnati Bengals edge rusher 2025 first‑round pick Shemar Stewart finally gets his chance to justify the No. 17 overall selection. Despite boasting No. 1‑pick size and speed, Stewart logged only 4.5 college sacks and just two sacks in 12 NFL games, even being a healthy scratch in Week 7. Injuries to fellow edge rusher Cashius Howell (wrist) and Cedric Johnson (ankle) open up snaps, and Stewart could fill the void against the Ravens and beyond. The article examines whether his rare physical traits can translate into the sack production the Bengals need.
AFC North Standings: Bengals survive Titans scare; Steelers take first place
On Sunday the AFC North saw drama and shifting fortunes. The Cincinnati Bengals escaped a 43-36 overtime thriller against the Tennessee Titans, powered by Joe Burrow’s five TD passes (including a nine‑yard scramble) but haunted by three interceptions and a defense that again surrendered 36 points. Meanwhile, the Pittsburgh Steelers surged to a 27-6 win over the Cleveland Browns, clinching sole first place in the division thanks to 160 rushing yards, eight sacks and a dominant secondary; T.J. Watt added two sacks and Patrick Queen recorded 10 tackles. In Buffalo, the Bills crushed the Baltimore Ravens 36-10 as Lamar Jackson left with a thumb injury, forcing the Ravens to rely on third‑string QB Joe Fagnano. The results leave the Bengals fighting for playoff positioning, the Steelers atop the North, and the Ravens slipping to 4‑4.
Bengals News: Zac Taylor defends Ja’Marr Chase’s passion after heated sideline outburst
Head coach Zac Taylor backs Ja’Marr Chase’s fiery sideline outburst, stressing that his competitiveness fuels the Bengals’ push to overcome recent slow starts. After trailing 13-0 against the Ravens, Chase’s halftime speech sparked a 35‑13 comeback win, and his visible anger this week underscores lingering frustration. Taylor highlights the team’s resilience, pointing to Joe Burrow’s confidence‑boosting overtime win over the Titans. Meanwhile, the Bengals adjust their Madrid travel schedule for the upcoming Falcons game and unveil a new uniform combo for Week 9. The article also notes NFL-wide updates, including Jack Campbell’s injury and trade‑deadline chatter.
3 things we learned from the Bengals’ overtime win over the Titans
The Bengals erased a 13‑0 deficit to beat the Titans 43‑40 in overtime, highlighting three key takeaways. Joe Burrow became the first QB since 1951 to throw for 450+ yards, five TDs and a rushing TD, proving the offense can’t be stopped once it clicks. Wideout Tee Higgins erupts for 155 yards on 10 catches, cementing his "beast mode" status and joining an elite group with over 100 catches, 1,700 yards and 10 TDs this season. Interior D‑line stars Dexter Lawrence and Boye Mafe deliver game‑changing pressure, including a massive sack and a strip‑sack that fuels Cincinnati’s late comeback. These signs show a Bengals team finally mastering both sides of the ball.
Best available NFL free agent cornerbacks the Bengals could target if DJ Turner misses significant time
The Bengals sit 5-2 but could lose starting corner DJ Turner to an ankle injury sustained against the Titans. Cincy Jungle outlines six free‑agent CBs the team might target before Week 9 in Spain: former No. 3 pick Jeff Okudah, veteran Adoree’ Jackson, ex‑Ravens/Colts starter Mike Hilton, former Steelers first‑rounder Artie Burns, and younger options Jalyn Armour‑Davis and Kyu Blu Kelly, each with recent injury histories but varying experience. The piece weighs size, recent production and rehab status to help fans gauge the Bengals’ backup plans for the secondary.
Tee Higgins is on pace for a historic season
The Bengals clinch an overtime win over the Titans, moving into the playoff bubble with an 84% chance per The Athletic. Wideout Tee Higgins posts a historic game—10 catches, 155 yards, two TDs—putting him on a pace of 104 receptions, 1,763 yards and 10 touchdowns, a benchmark achieved only six times in NFL history. Alongside Ja’Mar Chase, Higgins fuels a high‑powered offense that could contend for a Super Bowl, while the defense seeks to find its rhythm.
Bengals News: DJ Turner and Cashius Howell Injury Watch
The Bengals face a defensive setback after their overtime win over the Titans on Nov. 1. Cornerback DJ Turner leaves the game with an ankle injury, raising concerns about losing one of the unit’s top coverage players and exposing the team’s thin corner depth. Rookie edge rusher Cashius Howell also exits with an undisclosed injury, potentially thinning the pass‑rush rotation behind Boye Mafe and Myles Murphy. Both players’ availability this week will be key storylines as Cincinnati looks to maintain momentum.
Scorigami: Bengals and Titans combine for a final score that’s never happened
The Cincinnati Bengals’ 43‑36 win over the Tennessee Titans on Nov. 1, 2026 created the NFL’s 1,098th unique final score – a rare “Scorigami.” The game featured back‑and‑forth two‑point conversions, a 36‑36 tie that could have been another Scorigami, and marked the third such score of the season, joining the September 13 Bears‑Panthers (59‑37) and Vikings‑Packers (39‑22) games. The article also recaps recent Scorigamis from 2025, highlighting the growing fascination with these one‑off results.
The Bengals offensive line has been REALLY good this season
The Bengals have quietly transformed their offensive line into one of the NFL’s best, allowing just 10 sacks in six games – only one per game after a Week 2 outlier versus Houston. Key upgrades include signing left tackle Orlando Brown Jr., drafting right tackle Amarius Mims (2024), and adding veteran Dalton Risner at guard. Veteran Ted Karras anchors the interior, while Dylan Fairchild solidifies left guard. This revamped line has given Joe Burrow clean pockets, exemplified by a 44‑yard pass to Tee Higgins against the Ravens, and is fueling the team’s surge as they head into November.
Appreciating the career year Tee Higgins is having with the Bengals
Six games into the 2026 season, Bengals WR Tee Higgins is finally having the career year fans hoped for since his 2020 draft alongside Joe Burrow. He's ranked No. 8 in the NFL with 571 receiving yards, averaging a career‑high 95.2 yards per game and 17.3 yards per catch. Highlights include 11 receptions for 157 yards against Jacksonville and a 148‑yard, touchdown‑filled second half versus Baltimore. On pace for 94 catches, 1,617 yards and six TDs, Higgins is emerging as the team's top weapon and a genuine WR1 alongside Ja’Marr Chase.
Bengals vs. Titans: How to watch, game time, TV info, and online stream
The Cincinnati Bengals host the Tennessee Titans on Nov. 1 at 1:00 pm ET at Paycor Stadium. CBS will air the game with Tom McCarthy, Robert Turbin and Tiffany Blackmon, while streams are available on Paramount+, NFL+, NFL Sunday Ticket (out‑of‑market) and NFL Game Pass International. The Bengals, fresh off a 35‑point surge to improve to 4‑2, face a struggling Titans team that has both offense and defense scoring in the mid‑20s and posted four TDs and five picks for QB Cam Ward. FanDuel lists Cincinnati as 11.5‑point favorites with a 46.5 over/under, and rain is likely in the mid‑60s.
Bengals News: Micah Parsons is very high on Cincinnati
The Bengals head to Paycor Stadium on Oct. 31, 2026, looking for a third straight win against a struggling Titans team (1-6) after a comeback over Baltimore. The matchup gains extra buzz as Packers star Micah Parsons predicts Cincinnati will claim the AFC No. 1 seed. The article also notes the Titans’ recent trade of Jeffery Simmons to Chicago, Bengals injury updates (one player out, another questionable), and a preview of Week 8’s key storylines.
Bengals ditched under-center during 35-point second half vs. Ravens
The Bengals abandoned their under‑center experiment in the second half of Sunday’s 35-13 win over Baltimore, switching almost entirely to shotgun. After a 13-0 halftime deficit — the result of 37% under‑center plays for just 59 yards — Joe Burrow led five straight touchdown drives, with Tee Higgins hauling in six catches for 148 yards and a score. Only two under‑center plays produced touchdowns (Samaje Perine and Drew Sample). The strategic shift helped Cincinnati improve to 4‑2 and clinch a key divisional road victory.
Cashius Howell could redeem the Bengals for their Shemar Stewart selection
The Bengals' 35-13 win over the Ravens highlighted a surprising coaching move: 2025 first‑round pick Shemar Stewart was a healthy scratch, playing just 17 snaps this season despite his size and talent. Instead, rookie second‑rounder Cashius Howell—who logged 158 snaps, recorded his first sack and ranks fifth among rookie pass rushers with 13 pressures—has earned a larger role alongside former sixth‑rounder Cedric Johnson. The article contrasts Stewart’s limited production with Howell’s 11.5 sacks at Texas A&M and argues the Bengals may soon trade the 17th‑overall pick as they lean on the more productive, lower‑drafted edge rushers.
Even without Jeffery Simmons, the Titans are still a team to be wary of
The Bengals head into Sunday’s showdown with the Titans despite Tennessee’s trade of All‑Pro defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons to the Chicago Bears. Veteran center Ted Karras, who’s helped Cincinnati rise to a 4‑2 record, says the loss is significant but stresses that John Franklin‑Myths and the rest of Tennessee’s front still pose a threat. Karras emphasizes the Bengals’ need to win to move to 5‑2 and solidify their AFC North position, praising the offensive line’s growing consistency and the coaching staff’s preparation. The article highlights the stakes for both teams as the divisional race tightens.
The Bengals have been dominant when their star trio is healthy
The Bengals unleashed a dominant 35-13 victory over the Ravens on October 27, 2026, after a sluggish first half. Joe Burrow threw for 292 yards and four touchdowns, while Ja’Marr Chase and Tee Higgins each scored, combining for five touchdowns on five consecutive drives. Higgins posted 148 receiving yards on six catches, and Chase added five catches for 62 yards. Their health proved decisive: Cincinnati is now 13-4 in the last 17 games when Burrow, Chase, and Higgins play together, highlighting the trio’s game‑changing impact on both offense and defense.
Bengals Film Room: Joe Burrow is firmly back in the MVP conversation
After a sluggish first half against the Ravens (Joe Burrow 6/12 for 43 yards), the Bengals erupted in the second half, thrusting Burrow back into MVP talks. Burrow connected repeatedly with Tee Higgins—19‑yard, 13‑yard TD, and a 44‑yard chunk—while also finding Ja’Marr Chase for big gains. The offense scored three unanswered touchdowns, turning a 13‑7 deficit into a 21‑13 lead, aided by Samaje Perine’s 15‑yard red‑zone run. Higgins finished with 6 catches, 148 yards and a TD. The defensive stand on a Ravens fourth‑down attempt sealed the comeback, highlighting Cincinnati’s renewed offensive firepower.
The Bengals’ real need at NFL trade deadline may not be in the offensive backfield
With the NFL trade deadline looming (Nov. 10) and the Bengals sitting 4‑2 after a 35‑13 win over the Ravens, Cincy Jungle examines why Cincinnati’s biggest need may not be a star running back. Despite rumors linking them to Jonathan Taylor and Saquon Barkley, the article argues the price and draft‑capital cost make such deals unlikely. Chase Brown’s 3.5 yards per carry and Samaje Perine’s limited impact highlight a broader offensive line issue rather than talent deficiency. ESPN’s Dan Graziano suggests the Bengals should target linebackers, defensive backs, or an offensive lineman/tight end instead, preserving draft assets for a January push. The piece weighs the trade‑off between adding a high‑priced back and strengthening other roster holes.
Bengals Film Room: Money well spent on the defense this year
After six games, the Bengals’ off‑season spending on defense is paying off. Free‑agent signings Bryan Cook (3‑year, $40 M safety), Boye Mafe (3‑year, $60 M edge rusher), Jonathan Allen (2‑year, $25 M DT) and trade‑acquired Dexter Lawrence (recent $28 M extension) have propelled Cincinnati to a league‑tied 21 sacks, with Mafe registering 4.5 sacks and Lawrence his fourth. Rookie second‑round pick Cashius Howell adds another pass‑rush threat. Front office chief Duke Tobin earns praise for reshaping a once‑leaky unit into a top‑5 defensive force.
Bengals News: Zac Taylor has faith in Jack Endries
Head coach Zac Taylor says rookie tight end Jack Endries, a seventh‑round pick from Texas, is ready to step up as the Bengals face a backup TE shortage after recent injuries. Taylor praised Endries’ practice habits, versatility and "chip on his shoulder," noting he could fill the role left by Noah Fant and eventually replace Mike Gesicki. The article also touches on the Bengals' cautious outlook against the Titans following the Jeffery Simmons trade and highlights the team's strong offense, but the core news centers on Endries earning the trust to be the next man up.
The Good, the Bad and the Ugly: Bengals 35, Ravens 13
The Bengals rally from a 13‑0 halftime hole to rout the Ravens 35‑13, improving to 4‑2 and clinching their first AFC North win. Joe Burrow ignites the second half, completing 16 of 18 passes for 249 yards and four touchdowns, while Tee Higgins adds 148 yards and a go‑ahead score. Ja’Marr Chase, Mike Gesicki and Drew Sample also find the end zone, and the defense shuts down Baltimore’s offense, limiting Derrick Henry to 45 yards. The first half, however, exposed a stagnant run game and a lackluster offense, with the Ravens dominating early play‑calling. Injuries to key safeties and lingering issues are noted as concerns moving forward.
Titans vs. Bengals Week 8 Preview: OBI Podcast
The Cincinnati Bengals aim for a third straight win to stay near the AFC North lead as they face 1‑6 Tennessee Titans in Week 8. The preview discusses the Titans’ recent Jeffery Simmons trade, potential Bengals roster moves before the deadline, and the latest injury report. Hosts John Sheeran and Anthony Cosenza break down the matchup on the Orange and Black Insider podcast, airing Thursday at 6:45 pm ET, with sponsorships from FanDuel and FOCO.
Bengals on pace for greatest differential of sacks allowed vs. defensive sacks in franchise history
The Bengals are on track for the best sack‑differential in franchise history, currently boasting a +11 net (+10 sacks on Joe Burrow vs. 21 sacks by the defense). With offseason additions like Dexter Lawrence, Jonathan Allen, Boye Mafe and Cashius Howell, they could finish the 2026 season at +31, a dramatic swing from the -31 mark in Burrow’s rookie year (2020). The team's sack rankings have steadily risen each season, culminating in a 5th‑best sacks‑allowed rank and a league‑leading defensive sack total this year.
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