Cincinnati Bengals Fantasy Football Profile

Cincinnati started the year with two losses, was at the .500 mark after Week 8 and then carried a 10-game winning streak into the AFC championship.

Bengals linebacker Germaine Pratt said Monday he was "wrong" for his reaction that went viral following the team's AFC Championship Game loss to the Chiefs on Sunday.

Joseph Ossai discusses his costly penalty vs. the Chiefs and how he has to "learn from experience" going forward.

Bengals defensive coordinator Lou Anarumo leads a unit that shut down Josh Allen on Sunday and has helped Cincinnati defeat Patrick Mahomes three straight times heading into Sunday's AFC Championship Game at Arrowhead.

Joe Burrow and the Cincinnati Bengals are a win away from the Super Bowl. With their Cartier and Gucci-wearing, trash-talking QB leading the way, they're doing it in style.

Cincinnati Bengals tight end Hayden Hurst, who was slowed by a calf injury on Thursday, was a full participant at Friday's practice and will play in Sunday's AFC championship game against the Kansas City Chiefs.

Tyler Fulghum says he's rolling with the Bengals on the road vs. Kansas City in the AFC Championship.

Stephen A. Smith breaks down why he believes that Joe Burrow and the Bengals are the most dangerous team left in the NFL playoffs.

With bold statements like "we knew what we were capable of," and "this is what we do," the inspired Bengals eliminated the Bills on Sunday afternoon, earning a second straight trip to the AFC championship game.

Joe Burrow quips "better send those refunds" for people who bought Bills-Chiefs tickets.

— Joe Burrow and the Cincinnati Bengals threw a big wrench into the highly anticipated travel plans of the Buffalo Bills, their fans and perhaps even the NFL offices.

Fans had purchased tens of thousands of tickets for the potential Bills-Chiefs neutral-site AFC Championship Game, and Joe Burrow didn't let them forget it.

Fans had purchased tens of thousands of tickets for the potential Bills-Chiefs neutral site AFC Championship game, and Joe Burrow didn't let them forget it.

The Bengals dominated a Bills offense that had averaged 28.4 points per game, advancing to the AFC title game for the second straight season.

— Joe Burrow threw two touchdown passes, Cincinnati's defense swarmed Josh Allen on a snow-slicked field and the Bengals advanced to their second straight AFC championship game with a 27-10 win over the Buffalo Bills on Sunday.

Cam Taylor-Britt seals the Bengals' trip to the AFC Championship Game with an interception, and he and his teammate celebrate by making snow angels.

Burrow moved up in the pocket and saw Chase, who had nobody around him when he caught the ball downfield and finished the play in the end zone.

Take a look at how Bengals head coach Zac Taylor won over the city of Cincinnati by gifting fans with game balls.

The Bengals don't believe in title windows as long as Burrow is behind center. But they will have some difficut roster decisions to make soon.

Ryan Clark explains why he likes Joe Burrow and the Bengals to grab a win over the Bills.

The Cincinnati Bengals have ruled out starting right guard Alex Cappa (ankle) and left tackle Jonah Williams (knee) for Sunday's playoff game against the Buffalo Bills.

Stephen A. Smith breaks down why he'd rather build a team around Joe Burrow than Josh Allen.

Ryan Clark breaks down why he's confident Joe Burrow will lead the Bengals to victory in their divisional round matchup vs. the Bills.

Cincinnati's Tee Higgins hopes to see Damar Hamlin on Sunday and predicts "laughs and giggles" now that the Bills safety is recovering from cardiac arrest.

CINCINNATI (13-4) at BUFFALO (14-3)

Bart Scott, Damien Woody, and Rob Ninkovich discuss whether they'd rather start a franchise with Josh Allen or Joe Burrow.

Bengals owner and president Mike Brown says he would like QB Joe Burrow, who's eligible for a contract extension, to have a long career in Cincinnati but acknowledged that the team will consider the balance of being able to sign other top players.

Tyler Fulghum explains why he likes taking the points with the Bengals vs. the Bills.

Bengals left tackle Jonah Williams has a dislocated kneecap and is "week to week," coach Zac Taylor announced Monday.

After Cincinnati's win over the Baltimore Ravens in the AFC wild-card round, Taylor celebrated at a local bar and honored the fans there.

Ravens RB J.K. Dobbins aired his frustrations after being limited to 13 carries in Sunday's playoff loss and believes Baltimore's costly fourth-quarter goal-line disaster could have been avoided had the ball gone to him and not QB Tyler Huntley.

With their wild-card victory Sunday against the Ravens, the Bengals have now won a playoff game in back-to-back seasons for the first time in franchise history.

Tyler Huntley was about to give Baltimore the lead, until a forced fumble and 98-yard return changed the game.

Tyler Huntley is stripped on a QB sneak at the goal line, and Sam Hubbard recovers and takes it 98 yards to the house for the Bengals.

— Sam Hubbard returned Tyler Huntley's fumble 98 yards for a tiebreaking touchdown in the fourth quarter, helping Joe Burrow and the Cincinnati Bengals beat the Baltimore Ravens 24-17 in...

With the Baltimore Ravens looking to take the lead in the fourth quarter, the Bengals' defense came up with a historic play.

Bengals LT Jonah Williams (knee) was ruled out of Sunday's wild-card playoff game against the Ravens.

The Ravens have scored more than one TD for the first time in Lamar Jackson's six-game absence.

Adam Schefter details the Ravens' quarterback situation and how the Ravens will play without Lamar Jackson under center.

The Ravens are planning to use both Tyler Huntley and undrafted rookie Anthony Brown at QB in Sunday night's wild-card game against the Bengals, sources told ESPN.

Joe Burrow says he hopes to play in Cincinnati for his entire career and that the Bengals are able to keep their key players for as long as possible.

Mina Kimes explains why the Bengals have the edge over the Ravens in their wild-card matchup.

Bengals wide receiver Tee Higgins will be available for Sunday's wild card playoff game against the Ravens, coach Zac Taylor said Friday.

Cincinnati is well-positioned to return to make another deep run thanks to a firm sense of collective identity and a steadiness through choppy waters.

Tyler Fulghum sees the Bengals covering and the total vs. the Ravens being the under.

— The Bengals and Ravens play for the second consecutive week — and third time this season — on Sunday night in a wild-card playoff game.

BALTIMORE (10-7) at CINCINNATI (12-4)

Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow said his self-belief is necessary when it comes to beating teams when the game is on the line.

Marcus Spears doesn't like the Ravens' chances against the Bengals even if Lamar Jackson returns from injury.

While NFL officials insisted all week that they never intended to restart the Bills-Bengals game, interviews by ESPN with coaches, players, union officials and team executives have told another story: Postponing the game was a ground-up decision.

— Joe Burrow threw for a touchdown and Joe Mixon ran for another as the Cincinnati Bengals took advantage of four Baltimore turnovers to beat the Ravens 27-16 on Sunday and set up a rematch in the first round of the playoffs next week.

Joseph Ossai recovers the fumble in the end zone to extend the Bengals' lead before halftime.

The Bengals strip the ball from Sammy Watkins for a big turnover in the fourth quarter.

Bengals running back Joe Mixon trolled the NFL by pulling a coin out and flipping it in the air after scoring a first-quarter touchdown against the Ravens.

Sal Paolantonio breaks down the Ravens-Bengals coin toss that could occur in Week 18 in Cincinnati.

Marcus Spears sees the Bengals' offense having a successful game against the Ravens in Week 18.

— After an upsetting week for the Bengals and teams around the NFL, Cincinnati and the Baltimore Ravens must figure out how to compartmentalize their emotions enough to play a game that still matters in the AFC playoff picture.

Bengals receiver Tee Higgins' spirits have been lifted after 'positive' communication with Damar Hamlin's mother and hearing of his improved health after collapsing in Monday's game.

Sarah Taylor, wife of Bengals coach Zac Taylor, is leading a campaign to gather letters of love and support for Bills safety Damar Hamlin, who collapsed on the field Monday night.

As their finale at Cincinnati looms, the Ravens still don't know the stakes of their final regular season game yet.

Bengals coach Zac Taylor praised the way Sean McDermott and the Bills organization navigated the unprecedented situation following Damar Hamlin's cardiac arrest.

Zac Taylor recounts his conversation with Sean McDermott on the field following Damar Hamlin's injury.

Stephen A. Smith explains why it's worth pushing the playoffs back to resume the suspended Bills-Bengals game.

The NFL announced Tuesday that the Bills-Bengals game, suspended Monday night after Damar Hamlin suffered cardiac arrest, would not resume this week.

A GoFundMe page started by Damar Hamlin in 2020 aimed at buying toys for kids has seen nearly $3.7 million donated since the Bills safety went into cardiac arrest during Monday night's game against the Bengals.

Safety Damar Hamlin had his heartbeat restored after suffering cardiac arrest Monday night vs. the Bengals and is in critical condition at a Cincinnati hospital.

Bills safety Damar Hamlin collapsed on the field, was administered CPR and later exited in an ambulance Monday night. He's in critical condition at a local hospital, per the NFL, which postponed the game between Buffalo and host Cincinnati.

Bills safety Damar Hamlin was taken off the field in an ambulance after receiving treatment for over 10 minutes, which resulted in the game between the Bills and Bengals being suspended until further notice Monday night.

Joe Burrow zips a pass over the middle to Tyler Boyd to give the Bengals a 7-0 lead.

The Cincinnati Bengals and Buffalo Bills kickoff "Monday Night Football" January 2 at 8:30 p.m. ET.

Our betting experts answer some of the most pressing questions surrounding Monday night's matchup between the Bills and Bengals.

Ryan Clark is confident Joe Burrow and the Bengals will take care of business at home vs. the Bills.

BUFFALO (12-3) at CINCINNATI (11-4)

Joe Burrow said this year's Bengals don't need measuring-stick games, saying, "We've beaten everybody. We know we can play against everybody."

— This was the dream scenario for the NFL's schedule-makers: Two of the league's hottest teams and flashiest quarterbacks facing off on the final Monday night of the season in a game thick with playoff drama.

Tyler Fulghum loves the home team Bengals to cover against Josh Allen and the Bills.

Joe Burrow and the Cincinnati Bengals are in the midst of historic ATS run that hasn't been seen since 2003.

Bengals coach Zac Taylor chuckled at the idea of luring Andrew Whitworth, who retired after last season, out of broadcasting to fill the Bengals' void at right tackle.

Saturday's nail-biter against New England showed championship mettle. But the Bengals weren't satisfied.

Saturday's nail-biter against New England showed championship mettle. But the Bengals weren't totally satisfied.

Bengals offensive tackle La'el Collins suffered a right knee injury during Saturday's win over the Patriots and will miss the remainder of the season, according to a report by the Cincinnati Enquirer.

Bengals offensive lineman La'el Collins was carted to the locker room after suffering a left knee injury vs. the Patriots and won't return to the game.

Cincinnati Bengals TE Hayden Hurst will not play Saturday against the New England Patriots because of a right calf injury.

Cincinnati Bengals TE Hayden Hurst will not play Saturday against the New England Patriots due to a right calf injury.

After missing just one game, Bengals DE Trey Hendrickson is expected to return Saturday vs. the Patriots with a brace to protect his broken right wrist.

Bengals tight end Hayden Hurst said Wednesday that he feels ready to return to the field.

Bengals defensive end Sam Hubbard is expected to miss time with a left calf injury, a source confirmed to ESPN.

The Bengals took exception to Tom Brady calling their defense merely "fairly tough" last week and responded by forcing four turnovers in a 34-23 win.

The Bengals took exception to Tom Brady calling their defense merely "fairly tough" last week and responded by forcing four turnovers in a 34-23 win.

The Bengals, already thin at defensive end, lost Sam Hubbard to a left calf injury in the second quarter of Sunday's game at Tampa Bay.

Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow and his parents, Jimmy and Robin Burrow, are founding partners of the Pro Volleyball Federation, the league announced in a statement on Thursday.

Brooke Pryor explains how Joe Burrow and the Bengals have what it takes to be the team to beat in the AFC.

Bengals receiver Tyler Boyd said that his finger injury involved the bone breaking through the skin but that he feels "great" and is preparing to play this week.

Bengals defensive end Trey Hendrickson will avoid injured reserve after suffering a broken right wrist, coach Zac Taylor said.

Bengals receiver Tyler Boyd was ruled out for the rest of Sunday's game against the Browns after injuring his finger on Cincinnati's second offensive play.

Cincinnati is riding a four-game win streak into their matchup with Cleveland. But they can't seem to figure the Browns out. Will Sunday be different?

Tight end Hayden Hurst will be doubtful for the team's contest against the Browns, Bengals coach Zac Taylor said Monday.

Joe Burrow speaks following the Bengals' 27-24 victory over the Chiefs.

After Joe Burrow on Sunday became the first quarterback to beat Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes in three straight games, his coach and Bengals teammates didn't hesitate to put him in the MVP discussion.

Tyler Boyd is left wide open running to the end zone, but the ball goes right through his hands.

A calf injury led Bengals TE Hayden Hurst to leave Sunday's game against the Chiefs for good in the first half.

WR Ja'Marr Chase explains his absence in the Bengals' Week 12 win over the Titans.

Bengals star wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase revealed that he didn't play last weekend against the Titans for precautionary reasons.

The Bengals’ collective gaze has been fixated on getting back into the postseason -- a goal aided by the gritty win in Tennessee on Sunday.

Stephen A. Smith reads his newspaper as Michael Irvin proclaims some of his top NFL playmakers for Week 12.

Ja'Marr Chase, who has missed three games with a hip injury, is not expected to play Sunday after practicing this week, sources confirmed to ESPN.

Joe Fortenbaugh likes the Titans' chances against the Bengals and suggests to play them on the money line.

— Revenge is not on the menu, at least not for the Titans even with Cincinnati visiting Music City for the first time since the

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Tyler Fulghum discusses why he is taking the points with Cleveland at home.

Joe Fortenbaugh likes the Titans chances against the Bengals and suggests to play them on the money line.

CINCINNATI (6-4) at TENNESSEE (7-3)

Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow said his top target, wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase, is on track to return against the Titans.

Joe Burrow discusses the possible return of wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase.

Samaje Perine stretches over the pylon for his third touchdown of the game.

Samaje Perine scores his second touchdown to give the Bengals back the lead.

Germaine Pratt makes a leaping interception and Cincinnati's defense celebrates together.

Mina Kimes breaks down why she thinks the Bengals will take care of business at home vs. the Panthers.

The Bengals will be without CB Mike Hilton (finger) for Sunday's game against the Panthers and Chidobe Awuzie (ACL) for the season.

The unit, which features four new starters, has been worse than last season after the first eight games.

CAROLINA (2-6) at CINCINNATI (4-4)

Doug Kezirian likes the under to hit when the Panthers take on the Bengals Sunday.

Bengals cornerback Chidobe Awuzie is believed to have torn his ACL during Monday night's loss to the Browns, a source confirmed to ESPN's Ben Baby.

Field Yates and Stephania Bell react to underwhelming fantasy performances by Tyler Boyd and Tee Higgins vs. the Browns.

Jeff Saturday, Dan Graziano and Robert Griffin III break down the Bengals' struggles without wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase.

Bengals cornerback Chidobe Awuzie suffered a right knee injury in Monday's game against the Browns.

Joe Burrow discusses his struggles against the Browns, social media and his recent success.

Bengals wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase is not headed to injured reserve, despite sources telling ESPN's Adam Schefter that Chase is dealing with a hip injury that will keep him out four-to-six weeks.

Marcus Spears highlights how he thinks Tee Higgins will step up and help the Bengals overcome the Browns on MNF.

Stephen A. Smith says Joe Burrow and the Bengals may be the biggest threat to the Bills and Chiefs in the AFC.

Marcus Spears reacts to the news of Ja'Marr Chase's hip injury and what his absence means for the Bengals.

Bengals wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase is expected to miss four to six weeks with a hip injury, sources said.

Joe Burrow throws a 32-yard touchdown pass to Ja'Marr Chase, who celebrates with the Griddy.

Ja'Marr Chase goes 41 yards into the end zone for another Bengals' touchdown.

On the fourth play from scrimmage, Burrow found Boyd streaking down the middle of the field for a long TD.

Bengals tight end Hayden Hurst is excited to face his old club, the Falcons.

— The Cincinnati Bengals and Atlanta Falcons have both been surprising this season — for different reasons.

Tyler Fulghum explains why he likes the Falcons getting points against the Bengals in Week 7.

Bengals LB Logan Wilson injured his right shoulder in Sunday's win over the Saints but could return to action sooner than originally expected, sources tell ESPN's Jeremy Fowler.

Bengals LB Logan Wilson injured his right shoulder in Sunday's win over the Saints but could return to action to two to five weeks, a source tells ESPN's Jeremy Fowler.

In their first game back at the Superdome, the duo provided the spark that may have finally ignited an offense that has struggled thus far.

Joe Burrow avoids the Saints' rush and takes it in for a 19-yard touchdown.

Dobbins is still on a limited snap count after missing last season with a significant knee injury, but he's ready for a bigger workload.

When Cincy visits the Saints, Chase and Burrow will be back in the Superdome for the first time since winning a national championship game with LSU.

Joe Burrow sneaks into the end zone himself to give the Bengals the lead late in the fourth quarter.

Hayden Hurst just barely gets the ball over the line for the Bengals touchdown.

— Justin Tucker kicked a 43-yard field goal on the final play to lift the Baltimore Ravens over the Cincinnati Bengals 19-17 on Sunday night and into sole possession of first place in the AFC North.

Cincinnati Bengals tight end Hayden Hurst is having some fun playing against his former team.

Mina Kimes is expecting a close AFC North battle, but picks the Ravens to squeak past the Bengals in Baltimore.

If there was a single moment when the Cincinnati Bengals announced their arrival as contenders last year, it may have been in Week 7 at Baltimore, when Ja'Marr Chase caught a short pass in front of Marlon Humphrey, spun past Chuck Clark and was gone...

Stephen A. Smith and Joe Fortenbaugh disagree on laying the points with Baltimore against Cincinnati.

Joe Burrow throws a pristine pass to Tee Higgins, who walks into the end zone for a 59-yard touchdown.

Hayden Hurst finds the end zone as the Bengals add some insurance onto their lead late in the fourth quarter.

Tyler Boyd absorbed some contact and bolted for the end zone to help extend the Bengals' first-half lead.

Bart Scott explains why Joe Burrow and not just the offensive line is to blame for the Bengals' struggles.

Despite the Bengals' 0-2 start after being at least a 7-point favorite in each game, QB Joe Burrow says there's no reason for panic.

Joe Burrow says the Bengals need to stop beating themselves following back-to-back losses to start the season.

First-year Bengals center Ted Karras says the O-line hasn't gained the trust of Joe Burrow, who's been sacked 13 times through the first two games, tied for the most over that stretch in the past 20 years.

Liz Loza and Field Yates show concern about Joe Burrow's performances in the first two weeks of the season.

On the 19th play of the drive, Joe Burrow connects with Tee Higgins for a touchdown and cashes in on the 2-point conversion to tie the score.

Against the Steelers, Burrow and the Bengals quickly discovered how teams will try to defend Cincinnati’s high-powered offense this season.

Joe Burrow committed five turnovers and Evan McPherson missed a key extra point in the fourth quarter and a field goal in overtime as the Bengals lost their first game since Super Bowl LVI.

Joe Burrow connects with Tyler Boyd for a touchdown and Mike Thomas hauls in the 2-point conversion.

Bengals wide receiver Tee Higgins suffered a concussion in the second quarter Sunday and has been ruled out for the rest of the game.

Randy Moss interviews Bengals WRs Tyler Boyd, Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins and details why they all work together so well.

Music is becoming more prevalent at practices throughout the league, and hitting the right notes can go a long way toward achieving peak preparation ahead of gameday.

Bengals kicker Evan McPherson is in midseason form as he connects on all three of his field goal attempts in a win vs. the Rams.

Jake Browning finds Justin Rigg in the end zone for a 3-yard touchdown to extend the Bengals' lead.

Playing on the franchise tender, the Bengals' Jessie Bates III says he wants to prove this season he's one of the NFL's best safeties.

Playing on the franchise tender, the Bengals' Jessie Bates III says he wants to prove this season he's one of the NFL's best safeties.

Bengals star safety Jessie Bates III returned to the team facility Tuesday after missing training camp and intends to sign his franchise tender, a source confirmed to ESPN.