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FILE - In this Sunday, Nov. 1, 2020, file photo, Los Angeles Rams defensive coordinator Brandon Staley watches his players before an NFL football game against the Miami Dolphins in Miami Gardens, Fla. On Sunday, Jan. 17, 2021, the Los Angeles Chargers hired Staley to become the team's head coach. (AP Photo/Doug Murray, File)
Chargers hire Rams DC Brandon Staley as head coach

By Joe Reedy Jan. 17, 2021 10:50 PM EST

FILE - Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow (9) runs off the field after a win against the Tennessee Titans in an NFL football game in Cincinnati, in this Oct. 4, 2020, file photo. Burrow said Tuesday, Jan. 12, 2020, he’ll start running on his surgically repaired knee next month and will be ready to start the opening game of the 2021 season.(AP Photo/Emilee Chinn, File)
Injured Burrow says he'll be ready for opening day 2021

By Mitch Stacy Jan. 12, 2021 05:22 PM EST

Washington Football Team's Alex Smith plays during the first half of an NFL football game against the Philadelphia Eagles, Sunday, Jan. 3, 2021, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Derik Hamilton)
Mr. Smith goes to Washington, takes another team to playoffs

By Stephen Whyno Jan. 05, 2021 03:57 PM EST

Cincinnati Bengals head coach Zac Taylor watched his team during the second half of an NFL football game against the Miami Dolphins, Sunday, Dec. 6, 2020, in Miami Gardens, Fla. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)
After Bengals limp to finish, Taylor gets vote of confidence

By Mitch Stacy Jan. 04, 2021 03:26 PM EST

Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson (8) celebrates after running back J.K. Dobbins (27) ran in for a touchdown against the Cincinnati Bengals during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Jan. 3, 2021, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Aaron Doster)
Ravens clinch playoff spot with 38-3 rout of Bengals

By Mitch Stacy Jan. 03, 2021 04:15 PM EST

Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Tee Higgins (85) catches a pass for a first down as Houston Texans cornerback Vernon Hargreaves III (26) defends during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 27, 2020, in Houston. (AP Photo/Eric Christian Smith)
It's win and they're in (the playoffs) for Ravens vs Bengals

By The Associated Press Dec. 31, 2020 03:32 PM EST

Cincinnati Bengals running back Samaje Perine (34) runs for a touchdown as Houston Texans' A.J. Moore Jr. (33) and Zach Cunningham try to tackle him during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 27, 2020, in Houston. (AP Photo/Eric Christian Smith)
Bengals cap productive week with pair of unexpected wins

By Simmi Buttar Dec. 28, 2020 11:52 AM EST

Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson (4) fumbles the football as he is hit by Cincinnati Bengals' Sam Hubbard (94) during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 27, 2020, in Houston. The Bengals recovered the fumble. (AP Photo/Eric Christian Smith)
Frustrated Watt unleashes postgame tirade about effort

By Kristie Rieken Dec. 27, 2020 06:49 PM EST

Cincinnati Bengals running back Samaje Perine (34) celebrates after a 46-yard touchdown run against the Houston Texans during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 27, 2020, in Houston. (AP Photo/Sam Craft)
Bengals beat Texans 37-31 for first road win since 2018

By Kristie Rieken Dec. 27, 2020 04:35 PM EST

Houston Texans wide receiver Chad Hansen (17) celebrates a touchdown with quarterback Deshaun Watson (4) n the first half of an NFL football game against the Indianapolis Colts in Indianapolis, Sunday, Dec. 20, 2020. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)
Bengals try to build on big win in trip to struggling Texans

By Kristie Rieken Dec. 24, 2020 05:03 PM EST

Cincinnati Bengals' William Jackson (22) and Mackensie Alexander (21) celebrate after Pittsburgh Steelers turned the ball over on downs during the second half of an NFL football game, Monday, Dec. 21, 2020, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Bengals get shot of confidence in stunning win over Steelers

By Mitch Stacy Dec. 22, 2020 03:23 PM EST

Pittsburgh Steelers' Benny Snell (24) is chased by Cincinnati Bengals' Carl Lawson (58) during the second half of an NFL football game, Monday, Dec. 21, 2020, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Bryan Woolston)
Bengals ride big first half to shocking win over Steelers

By Mitch Stacy Dec. 21, 2020 11:43 PM EST

Pittsburgh Steelers running back Anthony McFarland (26) carries the ball with Washington Football Team strong safety Kamren Curl (31) defending during the second half of an NFL football game, Monday, Dec. 7, 2020, in Pittsburgh. (AP Photo/Keith Srakocic)
Steelers motivated for Monday night matchup with Bengals

By Mitch Stacy Dec. 17, 2020 07:26 PM EST

Bengals sign Shurmur to practice squad to add QB depth

Dec. 17, 2020 01:40 PM EST
CINCINNATI (AP) — The Cincinnati Bengals added some needed quarterback depth on Thursday by signing Kyle Shurmur to the practice squad. ...

FILE - In this Sunday, Nov. 1, 2020 file photo, Los Angeles Rams defensive coordinator Brandon Staley watches his players before an NFL football game against the Miami Dolphins in Miami Gardens, Fla. Brandon Staley has only been the Los Angeles Rams' defensive coordinator for 13 games, and everybody already knows he could be on his way up. The 37-year-old Staley's name is prominent in NFL circles this month as the league's less successful teams plot their next head coaching hire.(AP Photo/Doug Murray, File)
Rams rookie coordinator Staley is hot NFL coaching candidate

By Greg Beacham Dec. 16, 2020 09:01 PM EST

Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Alex Erickson (12) fumbles the ball in the first half of an NFL football game against the Dallas Cowboys in Cincinnati, Sunday, Dec. 13, 2020. The Cowboys recovered. (AP Photo/Bryan Woolston)
Bengals running out of chances to pick up 3rd win of 2020

By Mitch Stacy Dec. 14, 2020 04:48 PM EST

Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Brandon Allen (8) leavers the field following an NFL football game against the Dallas Cowboys in Cincinnati, Sunday, Dec. 13, 2020. The Cowboys defeated the Bengals 30-7. (AP Photo/Bryan Woolston)
Another QB banged up, bad luck piles up for Bengals

By Mitch Stacy Dec. 13, 2020 06:58 PM EST

Dallas Cowboys quarterback Andy Dalton (14) celebrates a touchdown throw with wide receiver Amari Cooper (19) in the first half of an NFL football game against the Cincinnati Bengals in Cincinnati, Sunday, Dec. 13, 2020. (AP Photo/Bryan Woolston)
Dalton returns to Cincy, leads Cowboys over Bengals 30-7

By Mitch Stacy Dec. 13, 2020 04:09 PM EST

Dallas Cowboys quarterback Andy Dalton reacts after a play against the Baltimore Ravens during the second half of an NFL football game, Tuesday, Dec. 8, 2020, in Baltimore. (AP Photo/Gail Burton)
Longtime Bengal Dalton returns to Cincy as Cowboys starter

By Mitch Stacy Dec. 10, 2020 06:48 PM EST

Cincinnati Bengals head coach Zac Taylor watched his team during the second half of an NFL football game against the Miami Dolphins, Sunday, Dec. 6, 2020, in Miami Gardens, Fla. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)
Bengals keep getting uglier in another season to forget

By Mitch Stacy Dec. 07, 2020 04:51 PM EST