Cincinnati Bengals

Over the course of the next few weeks, we will be taking an in-depth look at the Bengals' 2026 opponents. The Bengals return home in Week 12 against the New Orleans Saints. The Saints finished fourth in the NFC South with a 6-11 record in 2025. Rookie QB Tyler Shough took over as the starting quarterback after a 1-7 start. The second-round pick from Louisville finished 5-4 as a starter and helped New Orleans win four of its last five games.

Over the course of the next few weeks, we will be taking an in-depth look at the Bengals' 2026 opponents. The Bengals play in Washington on Monday Night Football in Week 11 against the Commanders. The Commanders went 5-12 last season, finishing third in the NFC East a year after making a run to the NFC Championship Game. QB Jayden Daniels played in just seven games due to injury after winning NFC Offensive Rookie of the Year in 2024.

It's the "Back in the High Life" edition of the Bengals Booth Podcast as Dan Hoard discusses Cincinnati's roster upgrades with NFL analyst and "Bengals on the Brain" YouTube host Joe Goodberry. Then Dave Lapham shares his thoughts on the new additions to the Bengals' Ring of Honor ballot.

The Bengals and Mercedes Brown Hair Boutique announced a new partnership for the 2026 NFL season as part of the fourth annual Earn Your Stripes contest presented by Paycor and the Bengals. Mercedes Brown – the Hair Boutique with Purpose – is dedicated to merging luxury hair with meaningful community impact. As the winner of this year's contest aimed at promoting minority-owned businesses in the Tri-State area, Mercedes Brown Hair Boutique will receive a sponsorship package for the season.

Over the course of the next few weeks, we will be taking an in-depth look at the Bengals' 2026 opponents. The Bengals head to Madrid in Week 9 for an international matchup against the Atlanta Falcons. The Falcons finished third in the NFC South with an 8-9 record in 2025, moving on from both head coach Raheem Morris and general manager Terry Fontenot at the conclusion of the season. Atlanta sat at 4-9 entering the final stretch of the season but won its final four contests.

Over the next few weeks leading up to training camp, we will be taking a look at the Bengals roster position by position. Let's flip over to the defensive side of the ball and start with the defensive tackle room.

Over the next few weeks leading up to training camp, we will be taking a look at the Bengals roster position by position. Let's continue with the offensive line.

Over the course of the next few weeks, we will be taking an in-depth look at the Bengals' 2026 opponents. The Bengals will return to Paycor Stadium after two games on the road to play the Tennessee Titans in Week 8. The Titans finished 3-14 last season and last in the AFC South. Tennessee moved on from head coach Brian Callahan after a 1-5 start, and Mike McCoy served as the interim the rest of the season.

Over the course of the next few weeks, we will be taking an in-depth look at the Bengals' 2026 opponents. The Bengals will play the Baltimore Ravens out of the bye week in Week 7 and on New Year's Eve in Week 17. The Ravens finished second in the AFC North with an 8-9 record in 2025. After starting the season 1-5, Baltimore won five straight games to improve to 6-5.

Over the next few weeks leading up to training camp, we will be looking at the Bengals roster position by position. Let's continue with the tight end room. Returners: Erick All Jr., Mike Gesicki, Cam Grandy, Tanner Hudson, Drew Sample New additions: Jack Endries, Josh Kattus Position coach: James Casey Cincinnati's tight end group is marked by depth and versatility.