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Bengals 53-man roster decisions unfold as team personnel review preseason film.

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Bengals Finish 3-0 for the First Perfect Preseason in 20 Years, and Sunday Come the Cuts

The Bengals finished the preseason undefeated for the first time in 20 years with a 30-13 win in Philadelphia. Now Cincinnati has until 6 p.m. Sunday to cut 37 players. The Bengals 53-man roster cuts land earlier than usual this year, because the league moved the deadline up two days. Cincinnati closed out Friday night at…

ByRob Kantner3 days ago0Comments

Blue tennis court surface and net with tennis balls representing the 2026 Cincinnati Open champions.

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Cincinnati Open champions Gauff and Fils make history in Mason

Cincinnati Open champions Coco Gauff and Arthur Fils closed the 2026 tournament with major singles victories in Mason, Ohio. The Cincinnati Open ended Sunday with Gauff defeating Jessica Pegula and Fils beating Frances Tiafoe in two historic finals. Cincinnati Open champions deliver contrasting victories Coco Gauff captured her second Cincinnati Open women’s singles…

ByNina OliverioAugust 24, 20260Comments

Bengals roster battles intensify as Cincinnati players gather during a preseason game at Paycor Stadium.

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Bengals Dominate Bears 27-9: Rising Stars Shine as Roster Decisions Loom

The Cincinnati Bengals are 2-0 in the preseason, and after Saturday night's convincing 27-9 victory over the Chicago Bears, the biggest question isn't whether the Bengals have talent. It's how in the world they are going to fit all of these players onto the final roster. For the second straight week, the Bengals' roster crunch…

ByRob KantnerAugust 23, 20260Comments

Orlando Brown Jr. Sets in Pass Protection for the Bengals

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Do the Cincinnati Bengals Have an Orlando Brown Jr. Problem?

There is a reason Cincinnati Bengals fans are already talking about Orlando Brown Jr. after one preseason game. It isn't because Brown is suddenly a bad offensive tackle. It's because Orlando Brown Jr. carries the job of protecting Joe Burrow, and the Bengals have built their entire operation around one very important principle: keep their…

ByRob KantnerAugust 18, 20260Comments

Joe Burrow lines up under center as the Bengals under-center offense faces the Detroit Lions during the 2026 preseason opener.

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Burrow Goes Under Center as Bengals Rookies Push for Jobs

Joe Burrow's first completion Thursday night at Paycor Stadium came after he turned his back to the defense. The Bengals quarterback took the snap from under center, sold the handoff and found Ja'Marr Chase for 16 yards. It was the first live look at the Bengals under-center offense, the wrinkle Cincinnati built all summer. In…

ByRob KantnerAugust 17, 20260Comments

Panoramic view of the Cincinnati Open outdoor tennis stadium court and seating stands under a blue sky.

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Cincinnati Open offers concerts, dining and more beyond tennis

Cincinnati Open fans can expect more than tennis when the tournament continues in Mason this week. The Cincinnati Open features live music, restaurants, family activities and player appearances across the 40-acre campus. The 2026 tournament runs through Aug. 23 at the Lindner Family Tennis Center. The event has expanded its entertainment offerings as organizers transform…

ByNina OliverioAugust 10, 20260Comments

Wide-angle, elevated view of an empty outdoor tennis stadium at the Cincinnati Open, featuring blue hard courts and multi-tiered blue grandstand seating under a partly cloudy sky.

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Cincinnati Open begins this weekend in Mason

The Cincinnati Open remains one of the most important tournaments before the U.S. Open. Tournament officials expect thousands of fans to attend the expanded event at the Lindner Family Tennis Center. The tournament serves as a critical stop in the hard-court season and often provides insight into which players may contend for a Grand Slam…

ByNina OliverioAugust 7, 20260Comments

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Roster shortage cancels high school football season

Lockland High School has canceled its 2026 varsity football season because it does not have enough players to field a team, according to a statement released by the school district. The decision ends the Panthers’ season before the first game and leaves opponents scrambling to adjust schedules. School leaders said they expected participation challenges entering…

ByNina OliverioAugust 5, 20260Comments

Shemar Stewart Injury: Close-Up of Football Player Being Carted Off Training Camp Field

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The Shemar Stewart Injury Casts a Shadow Over Bengals Camp

Shemar Stewart left the practice field on a cart Wednesday after hyperextending his left knee. The Bengals' 2025 first-round pick couldn't put weight on the leg and needed help off the field. The Shemar Stewart injury raises fresh questions about a Bengals defensive front already thin on proven pass rushers. It happened on just the…

ByRob KantnerJuly 29, 20260Comments

High-angle exterior view of Paycor Stadium with illuminated signage showcasing Phase 1 renovations.

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Paycor Stadium renovations debut as Bengals complete phase one of $500M project

The Cincinnati Bengals have completed the first phase of the largest renovation project in Paycor Stadium’s history. The improvements are part of an approximately $500 million modernization plan designed to enhance the fan experience while extending the stadium’s lifespan. The upgrades will be in place for the start of the 2026 National Football League (NFL)…

ByNina OliverioJuly 21, 20260Comments