Cincinnati Bengals Talk

The Cincinnati Bengals missed the playoffs, and history shows there’s a clear path to returning in 2026. Teams like the Seattle Seahawks and New England Patriots aggressively spent in free agency after missing the postseason, and it paid off. The Bengals are positioned to do the same, ranking among the NFL’s top teams in projected cap space.

James Rapien breaks down why free agency must be the Bengals’ top priority this offseason, why Joe Burrow believes attacking free agency is “of paramount importance,” and how past Bengals playoff runs were built on impactful veteran additions.

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The Cincinnati Bengals may be closer than ever to keeping Dan Pitcher in place for the 2026 season.

James Rapien breaks down the latest developments surrounding the Bengals’ offensive coordinator situation, what Dan Pitcher’s recent interview activity means, and why all signs are pointing towards continuity on Zac Taylor’s staff - for now.

Plus, a bold idea the Bengals should seriously consider: Trading for Bills wide receiver Keon Coleman. After Buffalo's owner Terry Pegula publicly distanced the Bills from the former second-round pick, the Bengals could gain a low-risk, high-upside addition for Cincinnati. James explains how Coleman fits the Bengals’ offense, and why the comparison to Tyler Boyd actually makes sense.

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Is it time for Zac Taylor to stop calling plays for the Cincinnati Bengals? The question becomes even more critical as offensive coordinator Dan Pitcher seeks opportunities with other teams. James Rapien and Andrew Fox Miller break down the scenarios that could unfold if Taylor remains determined to control playcalling duties, including potential return of Brian Callahan. The Bengals face a difficult decision: Stick with continuity, or adjust to attract and retain top offensive minds? Plus, Joe Burrow weighs in on controversial playoff calls, why the Bengals should prioritize bringing back Joe Flacco, Championship Sunday betting insights and more!

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If the Cincinnati Bengals lose offensive coordinator Dan Pitcher to a head coaching job, what happens next? With the NFL coaching carousel heating up, the Bengals could be forced to consider multiple offensive coordinator scenarios, and two names stand out.

James Rapien breaks down why Brian Callahan would be the natural favorite if the job opens, and why Bills' offensive coordinator Joe Brady has emerged as a legitimate alternative following changes in Buffalo. From Callahan’s long-standing relationship with Zac Taylor to Joe Brady’s history with Joe Burrow and Ja’Marr Chase, we examine how each candidate would fit in Cincinnati.
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The Cincinnati Bengals have major decisions to make in free agency, and James Rapien breaks down every key pending free agent and their chances of returning.

From Trey Hendrickson and Joseph Ossai to Joe Flacco, Dalton Risner, Geno Stone, Tanner Hudson, and more, we examine who’s likely to stay in Cincinnati, who could be gone, and what each decision means for the Bengals’ 2026 roster.

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