The Bengals had a potential season defining win over an NFC nemesis in the San Francisco 49ers and look to keep up the momentum verses a team the Bengals have had success with during the Joe Burrow era in the Buffalo Bills What we learned last Sunday is that the Cincinnati … [Read more...]
Bengals Get Past Rams, Hope To Continue Winning Ways Against Titans In Nashville
Joe Burrow gutted through a lingering calf injury to guide the Cincinnati Bengals to a much needed 19 to 16 victory over the Los Angeles Rams at Paycor Stadium in front of the home crowd in Cincinnati on Monday night. The win gave the Bengals their first victory of the … [Read more...]
Slow Start In AFC North Divisional Fist Fight Derails the Cincinnati Bengals In Their Home Opener
In the AFC South, you can be a finesse team, but not in the rugged AFC North division. Week 2 was another lesson as to why AFC North games are won in the trenches with offensive and defensive line play. The Cincinnati Bengals offense got off to another slow, lethargic start at … [Read more...]
On To Baltimore: Previewing Week Two’s Ravens @ Bengals Matchup
Week 1 was not kind to the Cincinnati Bengals in Cleveland weather wise or schematically as it pertained to the game plan on how to attack the Browns secondary offensively. The offensive line was ill-prepared for new defensive coordinator Jim Schwartz’s attacking defense with … [Read more...]
What We Learned From Week 1: Bengals vs Browns In Review
The Cincinnati Bengals marched into Cleveland week 1 for the season opener and looked fine defensively. Normally the Browns would play bully ball and overpower the Bengals offensive and defensive lines in the trenches which was not the case early on Sunday afternoon in Cleveland. … [Read more...]
2023 Bengals Regular Season Record Prediction | Brian Burnham
The 2023 NFL regular season is finally here, and I want to dive into a game-by-game analysis of what I expect to happen. In my opinion, most of these articles are boring and cookie cutter. I would like to take a different approach to mine. I have broken my predictions up into … [Read more...]
2023 Bengals Regular Season Record Prediction | Bengals Talk
The 2023 NFL regular season kicks off soon and now that the real games are upon us it’s time to post my week-by-week win-loss predictions for the season. Week 1 - 9/10 @ Cleveland Browns – WIN Week 2 - 9/17 Baltimore Ravens - WIN Week 3 - 9/25 (Monday Night) Los Angeles … [Read more...]
Business As Usual
Fans and even so-called experts speculate all the time about what a player means when they post something on their social media, delete their social media altogether, or what an absence from a voluntary OTA means. However, most often, when push comes to shove, the business … [Read more...]
Here We Go Again
Have faith Bengaldom. Entering Week 3 of Phase II of the off-season, and here we are feeling like the front office got it right again. After most of the dust has settled from the 2023 NFL Draft, and everyone was screaming from the rooftops, "Why didn't the Bengals draft a TE?" … [Read more...]
So You’re Saying There’s A Chance
Wild things occur in life. In fact, a lot of times, when you’re not expecting it, the most intriguing thing(s) can happen. Life is such for an NFL Undrafted Free Agent as well as myself, a high school teacher and assistant football coach. The percentage chance of either of the … [Read more...]
The Bengals select DE Myles Murphy from Clemson with 1st round pick!
The Bengals selected a defensive lineman for the first time in over 20 years in the first round by picking defensive end Myles Murphy from Clemson at 28 overall. Murphy is only 21 years old and comes in at 6' 5" and 275 pounds. He accumulated 18.5 sacks in his 3 seasons at … [Read more...]
You’re Not Mad at Zac Taylor’s Playcalling
You’re not mad at Zac Taylor’s playcalling. At least, you probably shouldn’t be. What a preposterous thing to say, right? An offense of Joe Burrow, Ja’Marr Chase, Tee Higgins, Tyler Boyd, and Joe Mixon, among others, is averaging just 21.6 points per game. They rank 22nd in the … [Read more...]
Preseason Week 2: The Good, Bad, and Nothing Too Ugly
As the second of three preseason games concludes, the roster begins to take shape just a bit more. After the loss to the Giants in New York, here are some takeaways as the season grows closer: The Good Daxton Hill You cannot begin to discuss Week 2 of the preseason … [Read more...]
Preseason Week 1: The Good, Bad, and Ugly
Week 1 of the preseason is in the books for the Bengals, and as evidenced by the 60,000+ fans in attendance at Paycor Stadium, football has been missed. So what can we glean from the first organized, glorified practice in mid-August? The Good Joe Burrow is Back! … [Read more...]
Is Tyler Linderbaum the Pick to Make at 31?
For the first time in three seasons, the Cincinnati Bengals’ first round selection is not set in stone as the NFL Draft approaches. In 2020, Joe Burrow was the sure-fire number one pick, and while there was some lively debate around the fifth overall selection last season, … [Read more...]
The Bengals Need Pass Rushers in the 2022 NFL Draft
For the first time in three seasons, the Cincinnati Bengals’ first round selection is not set in stone as the NFL Draft approaches. In 2020, Joe Burrow was the sure-fire number one pick, and while there was some lively debate around the fifth overall selection last season, … [Read more...]
Should the Bengals Select a Cornerback in Round 1 of the 2022 NFL Draft?
For the first time in three seasons, the Cincinnati Bengals’ first round selection is not set in stone as the NFL Draft approaches. In 2020, Joe Burrow was the sure-fire number one pick, and while there was some lively debate around the fifth overall selection last season, … [Read more...]
The Cincinnati Bengals Path To The Playoffs
This question could be answered simply with “win football games,” and that’s true; the Bengals will have to turn this next stretch of games into wins, but what is the process in doing that? How can the Cincinnati Bengals put themselves in the best position possible as a team to … [Read more...]
The Cincinnati Bengals Have Put The League On Notice
The Cincinnati Bengals (5-2) defeated the Baltimore Ravens last Sunday 41-17 in a blowout road win to take 1st place in the AFC North and secure the current #1 seed in the AFC. Little to nobody had picked the Bengals to beat the Ravens, but many still knew its importance for … [Read more...]
How good can this Cincinnati Bengals team be?
The Cincinnati Bengals are currently 3-2, 1-0 in division play and sit as the #5 seed in the AFC through five regular-season games. As we head into Week 6 against the Detroit Lions, I think it is essential to set some expectations of the capability of this team finally. … [Read more...]
Logan Wilson’s Impact In Year Two
Linebacker Logan Wilson has been nothing short of impressive so far in his second year after being drafted in the 3rd round out of Wyoming in the 2020 NFL Draft. Wilson has been given the keys to the defense, which speaks volumes about how much he has grown in just one … [Read more...]
5 Key Players For The Bengals vs. Jacksonville
5. Joe Mixon This will be a game where I anticipate that Mixon sees a heavy amount of carries and touches against a Jaguars' front seven that has been struggling so far this season in stopping the run. Expect the Bengals to set the tone early by giving Joe the ball … [Read more...]
3 Ways The Bengals Can Have Success vs Pittsburgh
3. Take advantage of the Steelers' depleted defensive front. The Pittsburgh Steelers have one of the best overall defenses in the entire NFL, but going into Sunday, many of those pieces won't be on the field. Alex Highsmith, Carl Davis, Stephon Tuitt, and T.J. Watt will all … [Read more...]
3 ways the Bengals can have success vs. Chicago
3. Apply a clean, multidimensional pass rush against Andy Dalton and the Bears. What I mean by this is that the Bengals are very familiar with Andy Dalton's tendencies as a QB as he was in Cincinnati for nine seasons. So the Bengals need to use that as a strength in how they … [Read more...]
2021-22 Cincinnati Bengals season predictions
* W = win * L = Loss Week 1: vs Minnesota Vikings - W Most of this game will be on how our defense fairs against Dalvin Cook, Justin Jefferson, and Adam Thielen. The offense will have to succeed. The Vikings' defense will be a test, and the Bengals will have their issues, … [Read more...]
53-man roster breakdown
The Cincinnati Bengals recently cleared the way to reach the 53-man player limit on their roster. Some expected and obvious cuts were made, then some questionable ones were. Here is a breakdown of the roster and what moves were smart and what moves were not. The Bengals' … [Read more...]
3 Things To Look For In The Bengals Final Preseason Game
Who does Zac Taylor start for the first unit offensive line? This will be something significant to look out for in this game. Especially now that Joe Burrow has been announced active. He is on a snap count, but regardless of the unit Taylor puts out, there will most likely be … [Read more...]
Who should the starting guards be for the Cincinnati Bengals?
The Cincinnati Bengals biggest question mark so far this offseason and into preseason has been if the offensive line is good enough to protect Joe Burrow and stay consistent enough not to be a weak spot that other teams expose. The addition of veteran Riley Reiff has made it … [Read more...]
How good can the Bengals wide receiver trio be?
After the Cincinnati Bengals selected Ja'Marr Chase with the 5th overall pick in this year's NFL Draft, it created a trio in the wide receiver room alongside Tee Higgins and Tyler Boyd that some are already marking as one of the best and most talented in the NFL. But until they … [Read more...]
What to expect from Joe Mixon this season?
An injury-plagued season limited Joe Mixon to only six games last year. However, before the 2020 season, Mixon and the Bengals agreed to a four-year, $48 Million deal through 2024. This is a critical year for the starting running back because what Joe does this season will be … [Read more...]
Training Camp Observations from the Bengals “Back Together Saturday”
1. Joe Burrow is still regaining his rhythm On Saturday it was great to see QB1 back on the field. He was moving around the pocket, throwing on the run, and more importantly, smiling as he made throws with his knee brace on. But make no mistake, there are going to be … [Read more...]
Why the Bengals Could Exceed Expectations This Season
Finishing 4-11-1 in 2020, the Bengals suffered through another tough season especially after the prosperous Joe Burrow went down with a traumatizing knee injury. Many remain that do not see the potential in this young team. However, adding Burrow’s former teammate at LSU, … [Read more...]
3 Reasons Bengals Fans Should Be Excited About The Future
2020 is an exciting time to be a Bengals fan for three main reasons. Reason number one, quarterback of the future, Joe Burrow. The former LSU national champion has elevated himself into the NFL and into the Cincinnati offense. The 23-year-old is breaking records weekly. … [Read more...]
My 2020 Bengals Game By Game Win-Loss Predictions
Here we go. The Bengals begin the 2020 regular season on Sunday with a late afternoon home opener at Paul Brown Stadium in front of cardboard cutouts instead of real fans. It’s Joe Burrows first test after a successful first training camp but not having any preseason games to … [Read more...]
“Playoffs?! I Just Hope We Can Win a Game!” – Part 3
Last week, I wrote an article that was intended to provide some hope for Bengals fans, that the tunnel with the light at the end of it may not be as long as some may think. While I am hopeful, I am also realistic, and I realize that it takes a lot of things going right for … [Read more...]
“Playoffs?! I Just Hope We Can Win a Game!” – Part 2
Last week, I wrote an article that was intended to provide some hope for Bengals fans, that the tunnel with the light at the end of it may not be as long as some may think. While I am hopeful, I am also realistic, and I realize that it takes a lot of things going right for … [Read more...]
“Playoffs?! I Just Hope We Can Win a Game!” – Part 1
Last week, I wrote an article that was intended to provide some hope for Bengals fans, that the tunnel with the light at the end of it may not be as long as some may think. While I am hopeful, I am also realistic, and I realize that it takes a lot of things going right for … [Read more...]
A Case for the Bengals Making the Playoffs Next Season
In case you haven’t heard, the 54th Super Bowl will be taking place this Sunday in Miami, Florida. On one side you have the Kansas City Chiefs, who have made the playoffs for the past five seasons and have been a staple of consistency under Andy Reid. On the other side of the … [Read more...]
Remembering Chris Henry
December 17th, 2009 is a day that stands out to a lot of Bengals fans. Today, December 17th, 2019 marks the 10th anniversary of former Bengals wide receiver Chris “Slim” Henry’s sudden death at the young age of 26. In his sophomore season at West Virginia in 2003 Henry broke … [Read more...]
Finley Finally Gets His Shot
On the afternoon of Wednesday, October 30th, just three hours before the trade deadline, the Bengals made a big announcement. It was not a trade, but a benching of 9-year veteran quarterback Andy Dalton in favor of rookie quarterback Ryan Finley (a 4th round pick out of NC … [Read more...]
Bengals vs Rams – Week 8 Preview
The Cincinnati Bengals are headed to London, England to play the Los Angeles Rams in their Week 8 matchup on Sunday, October 27th at Wembley Stadium. The Bengals are coming into this game 0-7 after a loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars by a final score of 27-17. The stories of … [Read more...]
Cardinals vs Bengals – Week 5 Recap
The Cincinnati Bengals lost yet another heartbreaker Sunday afternoon to the Arizona Cardinals by a final score of 26-23. This loss pushes the Bengals to 0-5 for the season. After the first half, the Bengals were only down 13-6 as neither teams’ offense could get anything … [Read more...]
Cardinals vs Bengals – Week 5 Preview
The Cincinnati Bengals are headed back home for a Week 5 matchup against the Arizona Cardinals on Sunday, October 6th at 1:00 pm EST. The Bengals are 0-4 after getting blown out on the road by the Pittsburgh Steelers 27-3. Bengals quarterback Andy Dalton had 21 … [Read more...]
Bengals vs Steelers – Week 4 Recap
The Cincinnati Bengals got embarrassed by their AFC North rival, the Pittsburgh Steelers, on Monday Night losing by a score of 27-3. The Bengals defense allowed 2nd year quarterback Mason Rudolph to complete 24 passes on 28 attempts for 229 yards and 2 touchdowns. The Steelers … [Read more...]
Mindset Is Key For Bengals To Knock Out The Steelers On Monday Night
The Bengals (0-3) play against their first AFC North opponent of the 2019 season this coming Monday night in prime time when they take on the 0-3 Steelers in Pittsburgh. The Steelers have been the Bengals most hated nemesis over the past 15-20 years as most matchups during … [Read more...]
Bengals vs Steelers – Week 4 Preview
The Cincinnati Bengals are going on the road to face their AFC North rival the Pittsburgh Steelers on Monday Night Football on September 30th. The Bengals are coming into this game 0-3 after losing a nail biter to the Buffalo Bills 21-17. The Bengals looked a lot better in the … [Read more...]
Bengals vs Bills – Week 3 Recap
The Cincinnati Bengals are now 0-3 after losing yet another nail biter to the Buffalo Bills in Buffalo. The Bengals offense was non-existent in the first half after not getting a first down until 1:57 left in the second quarter when quarterback Andy Dalton hit Auden Tate for … [Read more...]
Bengals vs Bills – Week 3 Preview
The Cincinnati Bengals will be on the road to face the Buffalo Bills on Sunday, September 22nd at 1pm EST. The Bengals are coming into this game with an 0-2 record after receiving a beatdown at the hands of the 49ers this past week as they lost 41-17. The Bengals defense was … [Read more...]
49ers vs Bengals – Week 2 Preview
The Cincinnati Bengals will be playing the San Francisco 49ers in their first home game of the year this Sunday, September 15th at 1:00pm EST on FOX. For the 49ers, the story of their Week 1 win over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers was their defense. The 49ers D forced 4 turnovers … [Read more...]
Bengals Lose Week 1 Nail Biter
The Cincinnati Bengals lost to the Seattle Seahawks 21-20 Sunday afternoon in Seattle. The Bengals had many bright spots in this game. They showed heart and fought and if the Bengals could have scored even a field goal when they were in Seattle territory in the 2nd half, … [Read more...]
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