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Bengals QB Joe Burrow had 58 dropbacks today, tied for the fourth-most in his career. (via ESPN Research)

This is an example of how much attention Ja'Marr Chase commands. Had three defenders in his vicinity on that third-and-2 attempt that resulted in a Jacksonville stop.

Here's a look at how cornerbacks have been in coverage through the first three games of the season. Trent McDuffie on another planet right now in his first season with the Rams.

Bengals WR Colbie Young will be out for at least this week with a left knee injury, coach Zac Taylor said. Will get more information to see just how long Young will be out and if it will be a long-term.

Joe Burrow on Cincinnati's opening drive: 7-of-7 passing, 60 yards, TD.

Bengals QB Joe Burrow (back) was limited at practice for a second straight day. That being said, definitely did much more throwing during the open portion today than he did yesterday.

ESPN's Jeremy Fowler with a very notable update on CB DJ Turner's contract status in Cincinnati: www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/...

Here's my 53-man roster projection for the Bengals: www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/...

This is why I don't miss covering college football and would likely never go back.

A reminder: View all training camp footage with a heaping pound of salt. A practice is not a performance.

Former Bengals offensive tackle Hakeem Adeniji had a tryout today with the Baltimore Ravens, per the transaction wire.

This is incredible reporting on veteran defensive tackle Mike Pennel that raises massive questions about his involvement in a woman’s death in the Dominican Republic: www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/...

Guadalajara’s own!!

Floyd Mayweather hit with breach of contract lawsuit over Tyson, Pacquiao bouts and it could put Mike Zambidis fight in jeopardy

Thought this was a really interesting piece on what teams and fans lose out when sports teams and athletes restrict journalism coverage. Have always said that college football is the best study for this: www.poynter.org/reporting-ed...

Bengals executive VP Katie Blackburn and VP Elizabeth Blackburn spoke today about Zac Taylor and Duke Tobin, the offseason moves and how they fit into a massive 2026 for the club: www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/...

Did you miss @bbaby41.bsky.social's debut @firstwordcincy.bsky.social? Great stuff on the Bengals' trade for Dexter Lawrence, the linebacker concern, the next step for Joe Burrow and the offense and so much more!

Jumping on NFL Live at 4:30 p.m. ET on ESPN to talk about this story about the Bengals and their need to be better on first downs next season: www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/...

1. Thank you so, so much. 2. This Arsenal season is one that proves why decades of loving and supporting an underwhelming sports team is so worth it in the end.

As someone who lives in the Thomas Massie-Ed Gallerin district, I am ready for Election Day to get here just so I stop getting calls and texts every hour.

Not sure I’ve seen one person think Aaron Rodgers going back to Pittsburgh is a good idea for the Steelers.

Is anyone on Bluesky watching "Turning Point"? If so, did y'all clock the Bluesky reference in one of the episodes on this season? Thought that was pretty interesting.

Bengals HC Zac Taylor on the idea of playing Baltimore in primetime again: "I think I would be surprised, but (I’m) prepared for it, if that’s what they choose to do to us for the fifth straight year."

I’ll be honest: I have spent little to no time actually scrolling on Twitter during draft weekend and I haven’t felt like I’ve missed anything.

Messed around this morning and charted how effective players are rushing the ball on first and second downs vs. how much they're paid

Bengals have waived center Matt Lee, the team's seventh-round draft pick in 2024. Played in five games last season on special teams before ending the year on injured reserve.

Absolutely love the revamped ESPN's Draft Simulator. Highly, highly recommend playing around with it and running a few mock drafts. Best version ESPN has launched yet! www.espnanalytics.com/draft-predic...

Trey Kaufman-Renn has been so underrated for Purdue this season. Braden Smith with a great drive to the bucket. Kaufman-Renn with the deft clean-up to send Purdur to the Elite Eight.

Joe Flacco had choice words for teams that didn't think he could compete for their starting jobs in 2026: www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/...

Attack the sidelines with vertical routes so you can get middle of field open

If you take an LB that early, it has to be an absolute gamewrecker who can play that role for a decade

Posted this on Threads yesterday but wanted to share it here, too. Took a stab at seeing how NFL teams have valued different position groups in 2026. Only a few true outliers. But some very interesting observations on here.

Some more details on new Bengals DE Boye Mafe, per source: On that deal that is 3 years/$60M, he is projected to get $29M in cash his first year and $43.3 million in his first two years.

Happy Lights Out and Away We Go to all who observe

New project I’m excited about: a model that forecasts free agent contracts based primarily on media rankings. The model utilizes rankings from ESPN (Matt Bowen), NFL.com (@greggrosenthal.bsky.social), the Athletic (Daniel Popper) and PFF.

Trey Hendrickson says goodbye after the Bengals opt to let him hit free agency: www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/...

I joked about this at the combine, but the new flex among NFL content creators is taking a screenshot of a TruMedia page.

Next week, I'll be at SMU moderating an awesome panel about how IndyCar and Major League Cricket have gained a foothold in a crowded sporting landscape in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex. We still have a few spots open for this free event! Info here: www.smu.edu/cox/centers-...

Bengals have re-signed OL Dalton Risner, his wife, Whitney, announced on Instagram. Bengals bring back a right guard who performed incredibly well for them last season. And unlike last year, Risner doesn't have to wait long in the offseason to find his team for 2026.

Former Bengals safety Vonn Bell will coach safeties at Colorado this season, he announced on IG. Feels like a matter of time until he’s on an NFL staff.

Interesting: Bengals exec Duke Tobin said he hasn’t had a real debrief with Joe Burrow after last season. The two sides have had conversations though, Tobin said.

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