Date: Tuesday February 2, 2026

Writer: Anthony Iles

The Bengals opened the season with back‑to‑back wins and looked ready for a strong campaign—until Joe Burrow’s turf‑toe injury in Week 2 sent the year into chaos. Backup Jake Browning stepped in, but the offense sputtered and turnovers piled up. Cincinnati dropped three straight to the Vikings, Broncos, and Lions, getting outscored heavily and losing momentum fast.

Realizing the season needed saving, the Bengals traded for veteran Joe Flacco. With only a few days to learn the playbook, he debuted against the Packers and immediately brought stability, even in a 27–18 loss. The spark became real in Week 7 when Flacco led the Bengals to a 33–31 win over the Steelers.

But the defense hit a rough stretch. From Weeks 8–12, Cincinnati lost multiple shootouts—falling to the Jets and Bears on last‑possession drives, then struggling again against the Steelers and Patriots. The offense was doing its part, but the defense couldn’t close games.

Everything changed after the bye.

Burrow returned on Thanksgiving in Week 13 and delivered a 32–14 win, while the defense finally began to settle into the new scheme. A tight loss to the Bills and a disastrous shutout against the Ravens followed, but that embarrassment became a turning point. From Week 16 on, the defense looked like a different unit—tackling better, communicating clearly, and making timely plays.

The Bengals closed strong with dominant wins over the Dolphins (45–21) and Cardinals (37–14) before a narrow loss to the Browns in the finale. It was a chaotic, injury‑filled, up‑and‑down season, but the late‑season defensive surge showed what this roster can be when healthy and aligned.

With Burrow back at full strength and the offense humming, the Bengals look poised for a Super Bowl push—as long as the defense continues the growth we saw after the bye.

Pro Bowl Honors

This year’s Pro Bowl features four Bengals:

Ja’Marr Chase – 5th selection

Tee Higgins – 1st selection

Joe Burrow – 3rd selection

Joe Flacco – shockingly, his first in 18 seasons

A well‑earned recognition for all of them.

Looking Ahead

Expect the Bengals to add veteran help on defense and draft with purpose. With a full year in the new defensive system and a healthy Burrow leading an elite offense, Cincinnati should return to the playoffs—and make another run at the Super Bowl.

Who Dey !!!!

Date: August 18, 2025

Writer: Anthony Iles

The Bengals preseason is underway. The defense is learning new concepts and schemes under new DC Al Golden. Shout out to him as he won the “Broyles Award” for being the top assistant coach in college football in 2024. The Bengals starting offense played the first 2 series of the first preseason game. Burrow and company were humming as they scores TDs on both drives and Burrow went 9/10 passing. You can tell the defense are trying out different schemes on defense and the younger guys are working hard. They are keeping their cards close to their chest and not revealing too much during the preseason. They are keeping defense will be better than last year.

Gearing up for the second preseason game you will see the starting offense played some more. This is the first season Burrow has been able to participate during all of the off season and playing in the preseason games. The offensive line is shuffling things around to see how the younger ones play and what will be the best fit. One of the uprising stars is undrafted college player Seth McLaughlin, center. He played at Alabama and finished at Ohio State. He was an all-American center. He got hurt during last season but is healthy now. Looks like the Bengals might end up having a great addition to the offensive line group.

We will see how much the first team defense plays in this second preseason game and see if they are going to work on schemes.

In a few weeks it will be the regular season!!

Who Dey!

Date: Monday April 14, 2025

Writer: Anthony Iles

This past week and weekend Rory battled in the Masters. He had to display patience and confidence. No matter what, he believed if he stayed the course in his play, he would have a chance to win. He did just that. From double bogies to eagles and good shot with a bad shot…Rory kept grinding and found himself in a playoff against Justin Rose who also gave himself a chance to win his first green jacket. Rory edged Rose in a great battle to win his first Masters and also complete the grand slam. He becomes the 6th player to achieve this accomplishment since Tiger did it in 2000. The weight is now off Rory for trying to win the Masters and also completing the grand slam.

Congrats to Rory ! Can’t wait to see what else he accomplishes in golf!

Chase/Higgins Finish Extended Contracts

Date: Monday March 17, 2025

Writer: Anthony Iles

Cincinnati Bengals kept saying they were going to get the contracts completed. Media and other outlets did not believe they would do it. Bengals front office put that narrative to rest as they have completed contract extensions with Chase and Higgins. Chase is now the highest paid non-QB in NFL History. He surpasses the recent contract extension Myles Garrett signed with the Browns. Garrett is making $40 million per season…..Chase will be making $40.1 million per season. Higgins will be making $28.75 million per year making him the highest paid #2 WR in NFL. The trio with Burrow, Chase, and Higgins can be around until 2030. The next question everyone will be asking is can they get Trey Hendrickson extended in the coming weeks.

Congrats to Bengals ! Lets get back to the Super Bowl and get that W!!!!!

Who Dey!!!