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• PFF Links Vikings to a Familiar Free Agent

Remember the summer sentiment last year from Minnesota Vikings fans, suggesting the club sign cornerback Mike Hilton after the first […]...2026
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• Dolphins sign former Bengals CB Mike Hilton

Photo by Jason Mowry/Getty Images The former Bengal could see major snaps with an injury-riddled cornerback room in Miami. The Cincinnati Bengals allowed free agent cornerback Mike Hilton to walk in free agency following the 2024 season after a great four-year run. While he had many great moments, the Bengals let him leave town, giving younger players more opportunities to play. Hilton st...2025
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• 4 free agents Cowboys could consider bringing to training camp

Sam Greene/The Enquirer / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images There are still some free agent options who the Cowboys should be considering. The recent addition of James Houston suggests the Dallas Cowboys aren't done attempting to upgrade their roster, even at positions like defensive end where there was already a logjam of talent. With the way the roster looks right now, there are still ...2025
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• Bengals News (7/25): Noah Fant leaves Cincinnati visit

Photo by Nic Antaya/Getty Images Noah Fant leaves Cincinnati without a deal. We will see if the Bengals are still in consideration. Bengals Training Camp Recap Day 2"I went to Joe after (Wednesday's) practice, asked him what he thought. I thought we didn't do so well, but I told him don't dwell on it," Chase said. "Because, let Tee (Higgins) make two of those catches, he wouldn't be feelin...2025
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• Former Bengals standout Mike Hilton says his goodbye to Cincinnati

Sam Greene/The Enquirer / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images One of the fan favorites' time has come to an end in the Jungle. It feels like a lifetime ago when the Cincinnati Bengals shook up the AFC North by bringing in former Pittsburgh Steelers cornerback Mike Hilton. Hilton sent shockwaves through the division after signing a four-year deal with the Bengals and lived up to the hype, pl...2025
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• Cincinnati Bengals pre-draft roster and projected depth chart

Photo by Brandon Sloter/Getty Images Here’s a look at where things stand, if there season were to start today. The NFL Draft will begin Thursday night and extend through the majority of the weekend. Once the Arizona Cardinals announce their first-round pick, the Cincinnati Bengals will go on the clock with the No. 17 pick. Before we get too excited, though, here’s a look at the roster and...2025
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• DJ Turner is healthy and ready to rock as OTAs get underway

Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images The Bengals are hoping Turner can solidify his place as a starting cornerback. It’s no secret that the Cincinnati Bengals' defense was a trainwreck for most of the 2024 season, and changes needed to be made. A big part of getting improved play from that unit in 2025 could be the rise of third-year cornerback DJ Turner, who says that he is 100% as Organ...2025
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• Major update on the Bengals cornerback room

Photo by Michael Allio/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images The Bengals’ voluntary workouts kicked off today. The Cincinnati Bengals welcomed players back into the facility Monday for voluntary workouts, as they set their sites on a return to the postseason in 2025. We saw several players, including Tee Higgins, photographed as they entered the facility. While these are just spring workouts, ...2025
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• Should the Bengals pursue Chidobe Awuzie after release from Titans?

Photo by Wesley Hitt/Getty Images Another possible reunion. The Cincinnati Bengals seem to love a good reunion. They have a history of bringing former players back to the organization, the most recent being Samaje Perine coming back this offseason. Could a cornerback from the Super Bowl team be next? Saturday, it was reported that the Tennessee Titans released cornerback Chidobe Awuzie ju...2025
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• Cowboys free agency: 5 targets who would be a ‘splash’ signing that are still available

Photo by Brandon Sloter/Getty Images There are still some free agents out there who the Cowboys should consider pursuing. The Dallas Cowboys have done more in the first week of free agency than what Cowboys fans are used to. But will they go even further? Dallas has money to play with from restructured contracts, and there are still some big-name free agents available. The question is whe...2025
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• How the Cowboys can work to replace Jourdan Lewis

Sam Greene/The Enquirer / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images How Dallas can get what they lost. Free agency. The bane of Dallas Cowboys fans’ existence. For most NFL fans, free agency is supposed to drum up excitement for a new crop of players coming to join the team, or that one big signing that changes the trajectory of your franchise. However, that’s not how the Cowboys operate. For yea...2025
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• 2025 Detroit Lions free agency preview: 3 cornerback options

Photo by Dylan Buell/Getty Images A look at three intriguing cornerback options in free agency for the Detroit Lions. While the Detroit Lions may have just doubled down on cornerback in the 2024 NFL Draft by taking Terrion Arnold and Ennis Rakestraw, there are still a lot of question marks within that defensive back group that need answering. Starter Carlton Davis and top reserve options ...2025
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• Bengals News (2/21): Saints predicted to land Mike Hilton

Photo by Chris Graythen/Getty Images The Bengals need to re-sign Mike Hilton, but teams like the Saints will likely make bigger contract offers. Bengals News 'It'll Be A Dream Come True' - Luke Kandra Discusses Possibly Playing For Bengals inThe Elder High School graduate was the Bearcats' best offensive lineman during his two years at Cincinnati and is projected to be a mid-round pick. Sa...2025
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"With Mike Hilton still unsigned, Awuzie could be a good veteran presence as the DB room moves toward younger players."

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"The “bend, don’t break” version of the Bengal defense made a return as Kansas City again worked their way down the field to the Bengals 17-yard line, but a clutch tackle from Mike Hilton forced Kansas City to settle for a 27-yard field goal by Butker."

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"As for cornerback Mike Hilton, he’s staying in Cincinnati, and he’s doing his best to recruit others to the Queen City, reaching out to Dolphins tight end Mike Gesickin on Twitter, hours after he tweeted at safety C."

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"Bengals' Mike Hilton lobbies for Jessie Bates III to receive a contract extension"

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"Bengals' Mike Hilton whistled for questionable penalty that proves decisive in loss vs. Jets"

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"The Steelers have placed a second-round tender on cornerback Mike Hilton, according to Hilton’s agent, Drew Rosenhaus."

2019
"Cornerback Mike Hilton doesn’t plan to immediately sign his exclusive rights free agent tender as he waits for a new, long-term deal from the Steelers, per Jeremy Fowler of ESPN."

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"The Steelers have signed CB Mike Hilton to a one-year extension and four others to Reserve/Futures contracts."

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"Mike Hilton was named AFC Defensive Player of the Week."

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"Per a league source, the Browns worked out Warren Gatgewood, Doran Grant, Mike Hilton, Tyler Patmon, and Kevin Peterson."

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• Bengals News (7/25): Noah Fant leaves Cincinnati visit
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• Former Bengals standout Mike Hilton says his goodbye to Cincinnati
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• Mike Hilton among the best available NFL free agents: Should the Bengals re-sign him?

Photo by Jason Mowry/Getty Images And if not the Bengals, which NFL team would you like to see Hilton land with? One of the best NFL free agents still waiting to be signed is none other than former Cincinnati Bengals cornerback Mike Hilton. ESPN recently ranked the best remaining free agents, and it was no surprise to see Hilton near the top of the list. Hilton checked in at No. 4 overall ...2025
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• 3 free agents the Cowboys should consider signing before training camp

Sam Greene/The Enquirer / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images Can the Cowboys continue to improve heading into training camp? The Dallas Cowboys had a busier than usual offseason in 2025, but the offseason is not over. In free agency, the Cowboys added Javonte Williams, Jack Sanborn, Robert Jones, Dante Fowler, Solomon Thomas, and Miles Sanders — all players who have their fair share of st...2025
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• Bengals pick up Dax Hill’s fifth-year option

Bob Donnan-Imagn Images Hill is now under contract through the 2026 NFL season. The Cincinnati Bengals will exercise the fifth-year option of Dax Hill, according to ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler. That means Hill is set to make $12.7 million in the 2026 season. The 31st overall pick of the 2022 NFL Draft, Hill was entering the final year of his rookie contract had his option not been picked up. It’s...2025
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• Bengals Undrafted Free Agent Tracker 2025

Photo by Wesley Hitt/Getty Images Keep track of who the Bengals land after the 2025 NFL Draft concludes. With the NFL Draft winding down, the Cincinnati Bengals’ focus will now turn toward making undrafted free agent signings. While the vast majority of the focus is on the drafted players, there are plenty of undrafted free agents who contribute heavily throughout the NFL. For the Bengals,...2025
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• Bengals News (4/22): End of the Mike Hilton era

Photo by Jason Mowry/Getty Images Change is coming. Bengals News Bengals plans at slot corner spell the end for Mike Hilton It was a fun ride, but the Mike Hilton era has come to an end with Josh Newton set to take his starting slot spot. ‘It’s Never Clear Cut’ - Bengals Leaders Give Latest Update on Trey Hendrickson’s Future Regardless of what happens with Hendrickson, the Bengals will li...2025
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• Bengals News (3/24): Praise for Bengals re-signing wide receivers

Photo by Harry How/Getty Images The Bengals finally get some positive recognition for their move. New Guard Lucas Patrick’s Experienced Versatility Drawn To Bengals’ Firepower: ‘This Is An Exciting Offense To Join’“Come in and compete,” Patrick said of his role. “See how things shake out. I know there’s still a draft and they’re probably filling out some more spots. But I’m just fired up t...2025
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• 2025 Detroit Lions free agency preview: 3 cornerback options
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• Tuesday Trenches: The NFL needs the Bengals in the playoffs

Sam Greene/The Enquirer / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images These AFC games..... woof. We’re through the wildcard round of the playoffs, and the AFC matchups had very little to offer. The Chargers went to Houston and were defeated by the Texans by a score of 32-12, and it was really never close. Justin Herbert picked a bad time to have a four-interception game. Then there was the AFC Nort...2025
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• Twitter reactions to Bengals firing Lou Anarumo, Frank Pollack and others

Photo by Melinda Meijer/ISI Photos/Getty Images Big changes to the Bengals coaching staff. The Cincinnati Bengals wasted no time in letting the world know that the last two seasons of non-playoff football were unacceptable. Despite ending this season on a five-game winning streak, everyone remembers how bad the Bengals were when they sat at 4-8 with one of the worst defenses in franchise ...2025
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• Twitter reacts to nail-biting finish in Bengals’ win vs. the Steelers

Photo by Joe Sargent/Getty Images The Bengals needed a win to keep the playoff hunt alive, and now it all comes down to other teams on Sunday. The Cincinnati Bengals’ playoff hopes hinged on going on a run to finish the season, and they’ve done that after taking down the Pittsburgh Steelers, 19-17. If the Bengals had managed to win one more during the season, then there’d be no more worri...2025
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• Bengals New Year’s Resolutions: A realistic set of goals that could set the team up for success

Sam Greene/The Enquirer / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images Here are a few resolutions the Bengals should be making. Happy New Year! Every family has a different holiday tradition. Some travel, some gather at family homes, and others volunteer time. One holiday tradition, though, that seems to be universal, at least in America, is the thought of a “New Year’s Resolution.” I’m sure you’ve ...2025
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• Bengals Film Room: Defense steps up vs. Broncos

Sam Greene/The Enquirer / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images This is the defense this team needs to compete. Many people don’t want to admit it, but the Cincinnati Bengals' defense looked pretty good this last week. I didn’t say great. I didn’t say they were locked down/shut down. I said pretty good. Honestly, that’s all we are asking for. With Joe Burrow, Ja’Marr Chase, and Tee Higgins o...2025
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• Tuesday Trenches: The calm has ended, here comes the storm, and Merry Christmas

Katie Stratman / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images The Bengals have done what was required of them against bad teams for three weeks. Now, the real test comes. The Cincinnati Bengals aren’t a bad team. Bad teams lose to good teams and other bad teams. The Cleveland Browns, Tennessee Titans, and Dallas Cowboys are bad teams. Heading into this stretch of the season, I would not have said t...2024
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• Bengals complete sweep of Browns with 24-6 win to keep playoff hopes alive

Photo by Jason Mowry/Getty Images Got the job done. It wasn’t pretty, but the Cincinnati Bengals got the job done, taking down the Cleveland Browns by a final score of 24-6. It marks the team’s first sweep in the Battle of Ohio since 2017. Who DEY!! The Cincinnati Bengals are taking on the Cleveland Browns in Round 2 of the Battle of Ohio. Follow along here for our live blog and full reca...2024
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• Former Bengals standout Mike Hilton says his goodbye to Cincinnati
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• Friday Discussion: Next Bengals player to get a long-term deal

Katie Stratman-Imagn Images Who will be the next Bengal to get a new deal done? TGIF my Bengals family! For our final daily discussion this week, we want to know who you believe will be the next Bengals player to get a long-term contract. With Joe Burrow, Ja’Marr Chase, and Tee Higgins locked up, all eyes are on Trey Hendrickson, but there’s a very real chance the Bengals won’t keep him be...2025
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• Mike Hilton expects Bengals vs. Steelers to be a ‘bloodbath’

Katie Stratman-Imagn Images The former Steeler understands how important this game is for both teams. The Cincinnati Bengals are set to close out the regular season on the road against the Pittsburgh Steelers. Despite a disastrous season, the Bengals still have a chance to make the postseason with a win over the Steelers and help from the Chiefs and Jets. Before the team can turn their foc...2025
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• 10 winners and zero losers in Bengals’ win over Browns

Photo by Dylan Buell/Getty Images Cincinnati dominated their rivals this week, continuing to stay alive for the playoffs. The Cincinnati Bengals are on a winning streak! Following their 24-6 win over the Cleveland Browns, the Bengals have now won three straight and are right in the thick of the playoff race. Here is a look at today’s 10 winners and zero losers. Winners Joe Burrow: While i...2024
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• Speechless

Photo by Todd Rosenberg/Getty Images This team has left everyone with a whole lot of questions and no answers. The Cincinnati Bengals’ 44-38 home loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers left many speechless. Where do we even begin with this team? Front office? Coaching? Talent? Let’s hit on each of them. This front office has given the fans a lot of mixed feelings over the last few years. From let...2024
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• 3 winners and numerous losers in Bengals’ loss to Steelers

Photo by Ric Tapia/Getty Images The Bengals’ season was essentially ended by their bitter rivals on Sunday afternoon. The Cincinnati Bengals’ season is essentially over. In yet another must-win game and this time in the AFC North, Cincinnati just couldn’t keep up with the Steelers’ offense. Here are the best and worst in the Bengals’ 38-44 loss to the Steelers. Winners Chase Brown: With t...2024
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• Hilton gets a well-deserved honor
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• Mike Hilton continues recruiting spree with Mike Gesicki
Photo by Cooper Neill/Getty Images The Bengals’ veteran corner is doing his part in bringing talent to Cincinnati. The Cincinnati Bengals added Orlando Brown Jr. on Wednesday night, and they should look to continue the activity into the back half of the week. The team has lost several key pieces in free agency already. Starting tight end Hayden Hurst went to Carolina, as did starting safet...2023
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• Three years ago today, the Cincinnati Bengals drafted Joe Burrow with the first overall pick
Sam Greene/The Enquirer via Imagn Content Services, LLC One pick has changed the course of the Bengals franchise in just three seasons On this date, three years ago, the Cincinnati Bengals held the first overall pick in the 2020 NFL Draft. Before we dive into it, let’s take a nice (painful) stroll back to the 2019 season. In Zac Taylor’s first season as the newest Head Coach, Cincinnati w...2023
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• Bengals' Mike Hilton lobbies for Jessie Bates III to receive a contract extension
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• Bengals players try to recruit C.J. Gardner-Johnson after losing Jessie Bates and Vonn Bell
Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images The Bengals have lost both starting safeties, and CJG is one of the best on the market. NFL free agency is off and running and another high-profile player is being linked to the Cincinnati Bengals. With Vonn Bell joining the Carolina Panthers and Jessie Bates III heading to the Atlanta Falcons, the Bengals will be without their two starting safeties from the...2023
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• Cam Taylor-Britt could be the best corner in the league, says NFL Network’s Peter Schrager

Sam Greene/The Enquirer / USA TODAY NETWORK High praise for the Bengals’ second year player. Cam Taylor-Britt had a strong game against the Buffalo Bills in the AFC Divisional Round, and that got him the attention of national media. NFL Network’s Peter Schrager says that Taylor-Britt could challenge Sauce Gardner to be in the conversation for the best cornerback in the NFL. For that reas...2023
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• Mike Hilton says 'everyone wants to see' Bengals face Chiefs in NFL regular-season opener

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• Bengals pick up Dax Hill’s fifth-year option
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• DJ Turner is healthy and ready to rock as OTAs get underway
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• 4 winners and 5 losers as the Bengals fall to the Ravens

Sam Greene/The Enquirer / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images This one will sting for awhile. The Cincinnati Bengals returned to the Queen City this afternoon as they kicked off their first division game of the season against the Baltimore Ravens. Commencing AFC North play, we had two teams with really good offenses in somewhat of a defensive slugfest. Featuring a safety and seven total pu...2024
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• Bengals News (2/21): Cincinnati listed as best fit for Ravens defensive tackle Justin Madubuike

Photo by Michael Owens/Getty Images The Bengals have a serious need at defensive tackle. ESPN says the Bengals are the best fit for free agent Pro Bowler from rival AFC North teamSwiping a defensive player from the Ravens, the best team in the AFC during the 2023 regular season, would certainly make Cincinnati's defense better while taking away a key part of Baltimore's defense. A Freak Pi...2024
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• 5 winners and 4 losers from Bengals’ tie with Falcons

John David Mercer-USA TODAY Sports The Bengals and Falcons battle to a 13-all tie in Atlanta. The Cincinnati Bengals faced the Atlanta Falcons in Week 2 of the NFL Preseason. In what was a defensive struggle throughout, both teams ultimately battled to a 13-all tie thanks to 10 points being scored in the final minute. Here are this week’s winners and losers. Winners Starting defense There...2023
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• NFL Draft Grades: Several national sites give Bengals an A
Photo by Scott Winters/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images The Bengals appear to have a special haul of players coming to the Queen City. The Cincinnati Bengals didn’t have a draft that will awe fans. There’s no Joe Burrow or Ja’Marr Chase joining Cincinnati this upcoming season, but the talent they did get could be incredibly impactful in the near future. NFL analysts seem to agree that the...2023
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• Grade the pick: Bengals nab DJ Turner to bolster blazing-fast secondary
Photo by Zach Bolinger/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images Another young player added to a new-look secondary. Another day, another great value pick on defense for the Cincinnati Bengals. With the 60th overall pick, the Bengals started off their night two by drafting Michigan Wolverines cornerback DJ Turner. This comes after the Bengals landed Clemson Tigers defensive end Myles Murphy in Rou...2023
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• Bengals’ recent success in free agency bodes well for the latest class
Photo by Nick Cammett/Diamond Images via Getty Images The Bengals’ hit rate on outside free agents has been outstanding. Everyone is still riding the hype train over the Cincinnati Bengals signing Orlando Brown Jr. to one of the biggest contracts they have ever given an outside free agent. In the wake of that, it is a great time to look back at how well Cincinnati has utilized free agency ...2023
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• Bengals fall just short to Chiefs 23-20 in AFC title game
Kareem Elgazzar/The Enquirer / USA TODAY NETWORK A tough pill to swallow, but it was a fun ride. The AFC Championship came down to a game-winning field goal, but the Cincinnati Bengals weren’t the team kicking it this time. The Bengals fell one game short of Super Bowl 57 to the Kansas City Chiefs, 23-20. It started tumultuous for Cincinnati’s offense, featuring two pre-snap penalties and...2023
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