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FILE - Cincinnati Bengals defensive end Sam Hubbard (94) high-fives fans after the team's NFL football game against the Pittsburgh Steelers on Nov. 28, 2021, in Cincinnati. Hubbard grew up in Cincinnati and followed the “Bungles” as they stumbled and bumbled throughout much of his youth. His first three years as a Bengals were pretty much the same. “It’s just really cool how many people have thanked me for the relief they’ve felt, the time that they had watching the games, the great memories they’ve had from these wins this year,” Hubbard said. (AP Photo/Emilee Chinn, File)
Burrow's ability, leadership can get Bengals 1st Super Bowl

By Simmi Buttar Feb. 11, 2022 06:22 PM EST

Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow celebrates with fans after the AFC championship NFL football game against the Kansas City Chiefs, Sunday, Jan. 30, 2022, in Kansas City, Mo. The Bengals won 27-24 in overtime. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)
Analysis: Bengals provide hope, blueprint for lowly teams

By Dennis Waszak Jr. Feb. 07, 2022 02:15 PM EST

FILE - Los Angeles Rams defensive back Eric Weddle (20) congratulates teammates during the second half of an NFL wild-card playoff football game against the Arizona Cardinals in Inglewood, Calif., Monday, Jan. 17, 2022. Weddle played 12 NFL seasons, then retired after the 2019 season. Thanks to a call from the Los Angeles Rams, the two-time All Pro safety finally will play in the game that eluded him in stints with the Chargers and Baltimore. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill, File)
Returner among several feeling very lucky this Super Bowl

By Teresa M. Walker Feb. 06, 2022 01:55 PM EST

Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow celebrates with fans after the AFC championship NFL football game against the Kansas City Chiefs, Sunday, Jan. 30, 2022, in Kansas City, Mo. The Bengals won 27-24 in overtime. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)
Burrow, Chase play role in building Super Bowl-bound Bengals

By Simmi Buttar Feb. 05, 2022 02:00 PM EST

Los Angeles Rams' Matthew Stafford celebrates after the NFC Championship NFL football game against the San Francisco 49ers Sunday, Jan. 30, 2022, in Inglewood, Calif. The Rams won 20-17 to advance to the Super Bowl. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez)
Column: Stars line up in LA for surprising Bengals

By Tim Dahlberg Feb. 05, 2022 11:34 AM EST

Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow (9) is sacked by Tennessee Titans defensive tackle Naquan Jones (90) during the first half of an NFL divisional round playoff football game, Saturday, Jan. 22, 2022, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/John Amis)
AFC Matchup: Newbie Bengals visit perennial contender Chiefs

By Barry Wilner Jan. 27, 2022 02:12 PM EST

Baltimore Ravens' Josh Johnson (15) looks to throw against Cincinnati Bengals' Trey Hendrickson (91) during the fist half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 26, 2021, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Jeff Dean)
Healthy Titans RB Henry will see banged-up Bengals D-line

By Mitch Stacy Jan. 20, 2022 01:23 AM EST

FILE - Tennessee Titans running back Derrick Henry (22) is shown on the sidelines during an NFL football game against the Indianapolis Colts, Sunday, Oct. 31, 2021, in Indianapolis. It’s been nearly 12 weeks since Derrick Henry broke his right foot. The 2020 AP NFL Offensive Player of the Year has been practicing while still on injured reserve with the Tennessee Titans targeting his return Saturday for their divisional game with Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Zach Bolinger, File)
Foot feels fine as Henry preps for Titans' playoff return

By Teresa M. Walker Jan. 19, 2022 02:52 PM EST

Indianapolis Colts outside linebacker Darius Leonard (53) celebrates along with teammates Kenny Moore II (23) and Khari Willis after intercepting a pass during the first half of an NFL football game against the New England Patriots Saturday, Dec. 18, 2021, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Aaron Doster)
Colts' Leonard off virus list, ready to face Raiders

By The Associated Press Dec. 30, 2021 01:53 PM EST

Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow (9) hugs Joe Mixon (28) following a catch by Mixon during the second half of an NFL football game against the Baltimore Ravens, Sunday, Dec. 26, 2021, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Aaron Doster)
Bengals looking for consistency as they aim for playoff spot

By Mitch Stacy Dec. 27, 2021 02:53 PM EST

Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Mike Evans (13) beats Buffalo Bills safety Micah Hyde (23) and cornerback Taron Johnson (24) on a 13-yard touchdown reception during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 12, 2021, in Tampa, Fla. (AP Photo/Mark LoMoglio)
COVID-19 issues continue in NFL; Colts, Panthers hit hard

By Steve Reed Dec. 27, 2021 01:56 PM EST

Dallas Cowboys' Trevon Diggs (7) celebrates intercepting a pass thrown by Washington Football Team's Taylor Heinicke in the first half of an NFL football game in Arlington, Texas, Sunday, Dec. 26, 2021. (AP Photo/Michael Ainsworth)
The Latest: Washington brings benches, just as Cowboys did

By The Associated Press Dec. 26, 2021 11:58 AM EST

Philadelphia Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni reacts to a referee call during the first half of an NFL football game against the New York Jets, Sunday, Dec. 5, 2021, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun)
Ravens without top 2 QBs after Huntley lands on COVID list

By The Associated Press Dec. 25, 2021 02:19 PM EST

Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow (9) talk with head coach Zac Taylor during the first half of an NFL football game against the Denver Broncos, Sunday, Dec. 19, 2021, in Denver. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)
Depleted Ravens face Bengals with playoff hopes on the line

By The Associated Press Dec. 23, 2021 10:10 AM EST

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo (10) is tackled by Cincinnati Bengals' Trey Hendrickson during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 12, 2021, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Aaron Doster)
San Francisco 49ers at Cincinnati Bengals 12/12/2021

Dec. 12, 2021 04:49 PM EST

Cincinnati Bengals head coach Zac Taylor reacts during the second half of an NFL football game against the Baltimore Ravens, Sunday, Oct. 24, 2021, in Baltimore. (AP Photo/Gail Burton)
Are up-and-down Bengals ready to make a playoff run?

By Mitch Stacy Nov. 11, 2021 05:06 PM EST

New York Jets quarterback Mike White is taken down by New England Patriots defensive lineman Daniel Ekuale (95) during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 24, 2021, in Foxborough, Mass. (AP Photo/Mary Schwalm)
Roaring Bengals look to keep rolling vs. lowly Jets

By The Associated Press Oct. 28, 2021 01:05 PM EDT

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger (7) throws a pass during the first half of an NFL football game against the Las Vegas Raiders in Pittsburgh, Sunday, Sept. 19, 2021. (AP Photo/Don Wright)
Injury-riddled Steelers bracing for Burrow, Bengals

By The Associated Press Sep. 23, 2021 11:40 AM EDT

Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow is sacked by Chicago Bears outside linebacker Khalil Mack (52) and Robert Quinn during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Sept. 19, 2021, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)
Bengals' momentum halted in mistake-filled Week 2 loss

By Mitch Stacy Sep. 20, 2021 01:58 PM EDT

Burrow and new-look Bengals open against Cook, Vikings

By The Associated Press Sep. 09, 2021 10:57 AM EDT
MINNESOTA (7-9) at CINCINNATI (4-11-1) Sunday, 1 p.m. EDT, Fox OPENING LINE: Vikings by 3, according to FanDuel...