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Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow (9) looks to pass against the Pittsburgh Steelers during the first half an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 26, 2021, in Pittsburgh. (AP Photo/Don Wright)
Winless Jags face Bengals on Urban Meyer's return to Ohio

By The Associated Press Sep. 29, 2021 11:55 AM EDT

FILE - In this Sunday, Sept. 12, 2021, file photo, Chicago Bears quarterback Andy Dalton is hauled down by Los Angeles Rams defensive end Aaron Donald during the second half of an NFL football game in Inglewood, Calif. As Donald, now 30, closes in on the franchise's career sacks record this week, the three-time NFL Defensive Player of the Year says the only difference in his game with age is the recovery time necessary for minor injuries. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez, File)
Bengals look to build on opener, Bears try to bounce back

By The Associated Press Sep. 16, 2021 12:31 PM EDT

Cincinnati Bengals kicker Evan McPherson, right, celebrates with holder Kevin Huber, left, after making a field goal to defeat the Minnesota Vikings during overtime of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 12, 2021, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Aaron Doster)
Bengals get some breaks in Week 1 win against Vikings in OT

By Mitch Stacy Sep. 13, 2021 12:43 PM EDT

FILE - In this Oct 6, 2019, file photo, Minnesota Vikings offensive tackle Brian O'Neill (75) get set during an NFL football game against the New York Giants in East Rutherford, N.J. The Vikings have signed O’Neill to a contract extension. (AP Photo/Vera Nieuwenhuis, File)
Vikings sign RT Brian O'Neill to contract extension

By Dave Campbell Sep. 08, 2021 01:33 PM EDT

Minnesota Vikings head coach Mike Zimmer watches from the sidelines during the first half of an NFL football game against the Kansas City Chiefs Friday, Aug. 27, 2021, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)
With last-chance vibe, Vikes aim to overcome early setbacks

By Dave Campbell Sep. 01, 2021 08:29 PM EDT

Cincinnati Bengals running back Joe Mixon (28) cuts around Miami Dolphins cornerback Jamal Perry (33) during the first half of an NFL exhibition football game in Cincinnati, Sunday, Aug. 29, 2021. (AP Photo/Bryan Woolston)
Burrow, Bengals healthy and hopeful after 2020 debacle

By Mitch Stacy Sep. 01, 2021 08:15 PM EDT

Pressure's on Zimmer, Vikings, looking to lean on restored D

By The Associated Press Sep. 01, 2021 03:45 PM EDT
MINNESOTA VIKINGS (7-9) New faces: DT Dalvin Tomlinson, DT Michael Pierce, CB Patrick Peterson, CB Bashaud Breeland, TE Chris Herndon, K...

Bengals must stay healthy to compete in rugged AFC North

By The Associated Press Sep. 01, 2021 03:19 PM EDT
CINCINNATI BENGALS (4-11-1) New faces: WR Ja’Marr Chase, OL Riley Reiff, DL Trey Hendrickson, DT Larry Ogunjobi, CB Chidobe Awuzie, CB Mike...

Minnesota Vikings linemen Christian Darrisaw, right, front, watches drills during NFL football training camp Wednesday, July 28, 2021, in Eagan, Minn. (AP Photo/Bruce Kluckhohn)
Vikings 1st-round rookie Darrisaw out after groin surgery

By Brian Hall Aug. 12, 2021 07:11 PM EDT

Minnesota Vikings linemen Christian Darrisaw (71) and Oli Udoh (74) smile as they watch drills during NFL football training camp Wednesday, July 28, 2021, in Eagan, Minn. (AP Photo/Bruce Kluckhohn)
Progress slow for Vikes rookie Darrisaw; line still in flux

By Dave Campbell Aug. 09, 2021 04:43 PM EDT

Minnesota Vikings tackle Brian O'Neill works a drill during NFL football training camp Friday, July 30, 2021, in Eagan, Minn. (AP Photo/Bruce Kluckhohn)
O'Neill, now leader of Vikes line, on track for big new deal

By Dave Campbell Jul. 30, 2021 08:22 PM EDT

FILE - In this June 16, 2021, file photo, Minnesota Vikings head coach Mike Zimmer walks through the field during NFL football practice in Eagan, Minn. The Vikings and assistant coach Rick Dennison have found a solution for him to remain with the club despite his unvaccinated status. The 63-year-old Dennison will take a role as senior offensive advisor. He'll do all of his collaboration with the staff virtually. (AP Photo/Jim Mone, File)
Vikings reassign unvaccinated coach Dennison to advisor role

By Dave Campbell Jul. 27, 2021 02:30 PM EDT

Zimmer, Vikings aim for rebound with restocked defense

By The Associated Press Jul. 24, 2021 11:28 AM EDT
MINNESOTA VIKINGS (7-9) CAMP SITE: Eagan, Minnesota LAST YEAR: After a badly deteriorated defense and a rash of...

Healthy Burrow, new faces boost optimism in Bengals camp

By The Associated Press Jul. 24, 2021 11:26 AM EDT
CINCINNATI BENGALS (4-11-1) CAMP SITE: Cincinnati LAST YEAR: Coach Zac Taylor's second season began with great optimism...

FILE - Minnesota Vikings outside linebacker Anthony Barr (55) drops into coverage against the Dallas Cowboys during an NFL football game in Arlington, Texas, in this Sunday, Nov. 10, 2019, file photo. Barr is back on the field with the Vikings, having recovered from a torn pectoral muscle that ruined his 2020 season and adjusted his contract to help the team's salary cap management and speed up his next foray into free agency. (AP Photo/Michael Ainsworth, File)
Return of Anthony Barr a key upgrade for Vikings defense

By Dave Campbell May. 26, 2021 06:44 PM EDT

FILE - In this Dec. 28, 2019, file photo, Clemson offensive tackle Jackson Carman (79) looks to block during the first half of the Fiesta Bowl NCAA college football game against Ohio State in Glendale, Ariz. The Cincinnati Bengals got some help for their offensive line Friday night, taking Carman with their second-round pick in the NFL draft. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri, File)
Bengals fill urgent needs in draft, build around QB Burrow

By Mitch Stacy May. 01, 2021 07:13 PM EDT

FILE - In this March 11, 2021, file photo, Texas linebacker Joseph Ossai prepares to lift weights for scouts and coached during the school's Pro Day in Austin, Texas. Ossai was Ossai was the third round pick by the Cincinnati Bengals in the NFL football draft. (AP Photo/Eric Gay, File)
Bengals get O-line help, pick Carman in second round

By Mitch Stacy Apr. 30, 2021 08:30 PM EDT

File-This Dec. 20, 2020, file photo shows Minnesota Vikings head coach Mike Zimmer reacting on the sideline during the second half of an NFL football game against the Chicago Bears, in Minneapolis. Zimmer was discouraged by the state of his defense and the limited opportunity to improve it this offseason, but a handful of free-agent additions gave him fresh hope. (AP Photo/Bruce Kluckhohn, File)
Vikings move down to take Virginia Tech's Christian Darrisaw

By Dave Campbell Apr. 29, 2021 11:26 PM EDT

File-This Oct. 31, 2020, file photo shows Michigan defensive lineman Kwity Paye (19) rushing the quarterback during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Michigan State in Ann Arbor, Mich. Paye is one of the top edge rushers in this year’s draft who could entice the Vikings with the No. 14 overall pick. (AP Photo/Carlos Osorio, File)
With needs on both lines, Vikes have draft-pick limitations

By Dave Campbell Apr. 23, 2021 04:27 PM EDT

File-This March 31, 2021, file photo shows LSU wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase catching during a drill at an NFL Pro Day at LSU in Baton Rouge, La. Caleb Farley of Virginia Tech was the first top prospect to make the decision that has added a whole new layer of uncertainty to the annual crapshoot that is the NFL draft. Farley had plenty of players follow his lead, including several others set to be high draft picks next week like LSU receiver Chase, Oregon tackle Penei Sewell, Northwestern tackle Rashawn Slater and Penn State linebacker Micah Parsons. (AP Photo/Matthew Hinton, File)
Bengals draft strategy is to keep building around Burrow

By Mitch Stacy Apr. 23, 2021 03:07 PM EDT