CBS Sports named Myles Murphy one of the NFLโs biggest bust-alert candidates entering 2026.
After showing flashes last season, Murphy enters a make-or-break year with his rookie contract nearing its end.
A detailed look at the record-breaking statistical foundation and unwavering workout dedication tracking star wideout Ja'Marr Chase.
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Lawrence helps the team by completely eating up standard double-teams, but with nine defensive tackles fighting for limited spots, the interior battle in Cincinnati is going to be absolute theater. ๐๐ฅ
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The Bengals' defense didn't have many bright spots in 2025.
Barrett Carter was one of them, finishing tied for second on the team in tackles and giving Cincinnati a promising young piece to build around.
When itโs 3rd or 4th down, nobody does it better than Joe Burrow.
Over the past 3 seasons, Joey Franchise has posted a massive 112.1 passer rating on late downs, leading all active QBs ahead of Jared Goff and Lamar Jackson.
The gold standard under pressure.๐ ๐ฅ
Chad Johnson helped the team by pairing elite, ankle-breaking route mechanics with an legendary competitive drive to keep opposing secondaries constantly off-balance.
His 66 regular-season receiving scores stand completely untouched at the peak of Bengals history. ๐๐
CBS Sports named Shemar Stewart as the Bengalsโ top under-the-radar breakout candidate for 2026.
After a quiet rookie season, Stewart has already earned praise during offseason workouts and could become a major factor in Cincinnatiโs rebuilt pass rush this year.
Jordan Battle took a major step forward in 2025.
Now, he'll be one of the players Cincinnati looks to build around as the defense enters a new chapter.
https://t.co/jiaPapnJWc ranked the Bengals No. 4 among teams most likely to win their first Super Bowl. With Burrow, Chase, and Higgins, Cincinnati still has the firepower, but health and defense are the keys.
The Bengals entered the offseason knowing one area needed immediate attention After finishing the 2025 season ranked dead last in pass rush win rate, Cincinnati completely retooled its front by adding Boye Mafe, Dexter Lawrence II, Jonathan Allen, and Cashius Howell โ
Demetrius Knight didn't need long to make his presence felt.
The second-round rookie became one of Cincinnati's most productive defenders during his first NFL season.
A healthy Dax Hill made a difference for Cincinnati in 2025.
Now entering the fifth-year option season of his rookie contract, he has a chance to build even more momentum heading into 2026.