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Bengals game-by-game predictions after 2026 NFL Schedule release

The Cincinnati Bengals are going all in on the 2026 season. Cincinnati made some aggressive moves to upgrade their defense during the offseason. The biggest move was trading for DT Dexter Lawrence to significantly improve the interior of their defensive line. But the Bengals also signed some key pieces during NFL free agency, including edge […] The post Bengals game-by-game predictions after 2026 NFL Schedule release appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Bengals Quarterback Joe Burrow Pushes Back Against Media Report

The status of Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow has been the source of much discussion. In particular, the conversation of his future with the Bengals began heating up once the quarterback stated that he was not having fun during the 2025 season as Cincinnati appeared to be on the outside looking in of the playoff […] The post Bengals Quarterback Joe Burrow Pushes Back Against Media Report appeared first on HEAVY.

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Trade Proposal Sends All-Pro Linebacker to Cincinnati Bengals

The Cincinnati Bengals underwent a defensive transformation this offseason.The team traded for three-time Pro Bowl defensive lineman Dexter Lawrence in an effort to improve their run defense, which struggled heavily during the 2025 season. Additionally, they signed Boye Mafe in free agency to a $60 million contract to replace All-Pro pass rusher Trey Hendrickson.The Bengals […] The post Trade Proposal Sends All-Pro Linebacker to Cincinnati Bengals appeared first on HEAVY.

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1 Bengals rookie who stood out most in 2026 minicamp

Cincinnati Bengals rookie Tacario Davis flashed intriguing upside during isolated repetitions at their minicamp. He could potentially transform the visual identity of the Bengals’ secondary. At nearly 6-foot-4 with absurd length and natural ball-tracking instincts, Davis looked like a prototype specifically engineered to survive the brutal realities of modern AFC football. For the Bengals defense, […] The post 1 Bengals rookie who stood out most in 2026 minicamp appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Achilles tear deals blow to Giants DL that’s looking thin without Dexter Lawrence

The New York Giants completely shook up their defensive line when they traded away Dexter Lawrence. But now their depth at the position is looking thin following New York’s latest injury. Roy Robertson-Harris has tore his Achilles and is now out for the season, via Dan Duggan of The Athletic. He had started all 17 […] The post Achilles tear deals blow to Giants DL that’s looking thin without Dexter Lawrence appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Why Bill Barnwell is ‘still blown away’ by controversial Bengals’ Dexter Lawrence trade decision

As the Cincinnati Bengals prepare for the 2026 season, the team has been making moves to bolster the franchise to return to contender status. One of the moves was the Bengals’ front office trading for Dexter Lawrence from the New York Giants for the 10th overall pick in the last NFL Draft, as one analyst […] The post Why Bill Barnwell is ‘still blown away’ by controversial Bengals’ Dexter Lawrence trade decision appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Dexter Lawrence already has Zac Taylor in shock post Giants trade

The Cincinnati Bengals went all in to upgrade their defense during the offseason. Cincinnati’s biggest move was trading for DT Dexter Lawrence less than a week before the 2026 NFL Draft. The veteran nose tackle is already making a strong impression during his first month in Cincinnati. Bengals head coach Zac Taylor explained the one […] The post Dexter Lawrence already has Zac Taylor in shock post Giants trade appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Bengals Rookie Doesn’t Hold Back on NFL Teams at Minicamp

The focus this offseason for the Cincinnati Bengals was clear: improving their defense. As a result, most of their assets were utilized in addressing this issue.In free agency, the Bengals signed three defensive starters to contracts worth a combined $125 million. Additionally, the team used their three best draft assets on defensive players. They traded […] The post Bengals Rookie Doesn’t Hold Back on NFL Teams at Minicamp appeared first on HEAVY.

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Bengals Star Amarius Mims Explains Why He’s Excited for the Season

There’s no doubt that the 2026 season is going to be a vital one for the Cincinnati Bengals. With a wide-open AFC North and three-straight seasons without a playoff appearance, it’s time to turn things around.It’s a situation where the Bengals players could be feeling a lot of pressure. At the same time, other Bengals […] The post Bengals Star Amarius Mims Explains Why He’s Excited for the Season appeared first on HEAVY.

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Joe Burrow Excited About Bengals’ Offseason Moves

The Cincinnati Bengals are going full steam ahead in 2026. Missing the playoffs for three years straight and counting, the Bengals are eager to return to being Super Bowl contenders and return to the playoffs. Fielding a roster full of big name stars such as Joe Burrow, Ja’Marr Chase, Tee Higgins and others, the Bengals […] The post Joe Burrow Excited About Bengals’ Offseason Moves appeared first on HEAVY.

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Giants give defense crucial boost by adding ex-Lions DT

The New York Giants have made some huge changes during the 2026 offseason. Those include big additions, like adding John Harbaugh at head coach, and the loss of key players like Dexter Lawrence. New York just made one more addition on Tuesday who could be the final piece of their defensive line in 2026. The […] The post Giants give defense crucial boost by adding ex-Lions DT appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Giants have signed a replacement for Dexter Lawrence

The New York Giants are bringing in reinforcements on their defensive line after trading Dexter Lawrence prior to the NFL Draft. The Giants agreed to a two-year contract with defensive tackle DJ Reader on Tuesday. Reader will make $12.5 million, with the opportunity to earn more through incentives. Sources: The #Giants and DJ Reader agreed … The post Giants have signed a replacement for Dexter Lawrence appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Bengals Could Cut Ties With $14 Million Starter After 2026 NFL Draft

The Cincinnati Bengals have not been shy in revamping their defense this offseason. In free agency, they agreed to contracts worth over $125 million by signing Boye Mafe, Bryan Cook and Jonathan Allen. Additionally, with the team trading for three-time Pro Bowl defensive lineman Dexter Lawrence and then signing him to an extension, the Bengals […] The post Bengals Could Cut Ties With $14 Million Starter After 2026 NFL Draft appeared first on HEAVY.

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Giants rumors: DJ Reader still in mix despite recent DT signings

The New York Giants have made a couple of major changes this offseason, starting with bringing in John Harbaugh as their new head coach. Most of the rest of the changes came on the defensive side of the ball, as the Giants traded star defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence to the Cincinnati Bengals for the No. […] The post Giants rumors: DJ Reader still in mix despite recent DT signings appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Giants add another veteran DT to stacked Dennard Wilson defense

The New York Giants have signed veteran defensive tackle Leki Fotu to a one-year contract, NFL Insider Jordan Schultz reported Wednesday. The move came just hours after the team added 11-year veteran Shelby Harris, making it the second defensive tackle signing of the day. Fotu, 27, enters his seventh NFL season after splitting 2025 between […] The post Giants add another veteran DT to stacked Dennard Wilson defense appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Bengals May Cut Ties With $2.5 Million Wide Receiver After 2026 NFL Draft

Excitement appears high for the Cincinnati Bengals heading into the 2026 season. After a free agency period where the team signed three defensive starters, retained fan favorite Joe Flacco, re-signed key offensive lineman Dalton Risner, and most importantly acquired three-time Pro Bowl defensive lineman Dexter Lawrence, the team seems poised to end their three-year postseason […] The post Bengals May Cut Ties With $2.5 Million Wide Receiver After 2026 NFL Draft appeared first on HEAVY.

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Bengals Strengthen Defense Even Without New Linebacker

The most important position for the Cincinnati Bengals heading into the NFL Draft seemed to be linebacker, however the Bengals elected not to go that direction.Zach Taylor gave insight into the reason saying,“We’ll have those conversations now that the draft is over,” Taylor said. “It’s one of those situations where there is value at other […] The post Bengals Strengthen Defense Even Without New Linebacker appeared first on HEAVY.

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