A.J. Green
In this still image from video provided by the NFL, Tee Higgins, front center, is selected by the Cincinnati Bengals in the second round of the NFL football draft, Friday, April 24, 2020. (NFL via AP)
Bengals receiver A.J. Green signs 1-year franchise deal

By Joe Kay Jul. 17, 2020 05:53 PM EDT

FILE - In this Dec. 15, 2019, file photo, Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott (4) looks to throw in the first quarter of an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Rams in Arlington, Texas. Dallas quarterback Dak Prescott and NFL rushing leader Derrick Henry of Tennessee will play whatever becomes of the 2020 season under the one-year franchise tag after failing to reach long-term deals with their teams. Prescott is set to make $31.4 million after earning slightly more than $4 million under his four-year rookie contract. The 2016 NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year negotiated for more than a year without coming to terms on a deal. (AP Photo/Michael Ainsworth, File)
Cowboys' Prescott doesn't get deal to replace franchise tag

By Schuyler Dixon Jul. 15, 2020 05:25 PM EDT

FILE - In this Jan. 13, 2020, file photo, LSU quarterback Joe Burrow throws a pass against Clemson during the second half of the NCAA College Football Playoff national championship game in New Orleans. No. 1 overall pick Burrow and the rest of the rookie class will begin preparing for their first seasons in the NFL at home instead of at minicamps and team facilities this month. (AP Photo/Gerald Herbert, File)
Virtual offseason impacts rookies, teams preparing for 2020

By Josh Dubow May. 01, 2020 12:47 PM EDT

En esta foto del miércoles 12 de febrero de 2020, el quarterback de los Steelers de Pittsburgh, Ben Roethlisberger (derecha), posa con Mountaineer, el personaje de animación de West Virginia, durante un partido de basquetbol colegial (AP Foto/Kathleen Batten)
AFC North has new look, though Ravens still the team to beat

By David Ginsburg Apr. 27, 2020 03:01 PM EDT

FILE - In this Feb. 29, 2020, file photo, Wyoming linebacker Logan Wilson runs a drill at the NFL football scouting combine in Indianapolis. Wilson was selected by the Cincinnati Bengals in the third round of the NFL football draft Friday, April 24, 2020. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy, File)
Two-win Bengals break with past, seek fresh start in draft

By Joe Kay Apr. 25, 2020 07:24 PM EDT

FILE - In this Nov. 3, 2018, file photo, Baylor's wide receiver Denzel Mims, left, pulls down the game winning touchdown over Oklahoma State's cornerback A.J. Green, right, in the second half of an NCAA college football game in Waco, Texas. Mims is a possible pick in the NFL Draft which runs Thursday, April 23, 2020 thru Saturday, April 25. (Michael Bancale/Waco Tribune-Herald via AP, File)
Oklahoma at Texas Tech 11/3/2018

Apr. 24, 2020 09:29 PM EDT

FILE - In this Jan. 1, 2020, file photo, Alabama defensive back Xavier McKinney (15) breaks up a pass intended for Michigan tight end Nick Eubanks during the first half of the Citrus Bowl NCAA college football game in Orlando, Fla. McKinney was chosen by the New York Giants in the second round of the NFL football draft Friday, April 24, 2020. (AP Photo/John Raoux, File)
Pitch and catch: Round 2 of NFL draft heavy on receivers

By Barry Wilner Apr. 24, 2020 07:55 PM EDT

FILE - In this Dec. 7, 2019, file photo, Clemson wide receiver Tee Higgins (5) catches a pass while Virginia cornerback Nick Grant (1) defends during the second half of the Atlantic Coast Conference championship NCAA college football game in Charlotte, N.C. The NFL's shutdown because of the coronavirus pandemic is denying teams the opportunity to get face time with draft prospects who have been injured, have checkered pasts or are under the radar. Higgins’ 6-foot-4 frame and superb hands stand out in a deep pool of receivers. Speed is the question, and a private workout might have helped. (AP Photo/Mike McCarn, File)
Joe's target: Bengals open 2nd round by drafting Tee Higgins

By Joe Kay Apr. 24, 2020 07:38 PM EDT

FILE - In this Oct. 21, 208, file photo, Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver A.J. Green (18) makes a catch in front of Kansas City Chiefs defensive back Orlando Scandrick (22) during the first half of an NFL football game in Kansas City, Mo.The Bengals will be looking to take a receiver high in the draft with all the uncertainty over Green. The veteran hasn’t agreed to a multi-year deal and will be in Cincinnati for only one more year guaranteed after the team used the franchise tag on him. (AP Photo/Ed Zurga, File)
Burrow to the rescue? Lowly Bengals look for next leader

By Joe Kay Apr. 16, 2020 12:14 PM EDT

FILE - In this Oct. 21, 208, file photo, Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver A.J. Green (18) makes a catch in front of Kansas City Chiefs defensive back Orlando Scandrick (22) during the first half of an NFL football game in Kansas City, Mo.The Bengals will be looking to take a receiver high in the draft with all the uncertainty over Green. The veteran hasn’t agreed to a multi-year deal and will be in Cincinnati for only one more year guaranteed after the team used the franchise tag on him. (AP Photo/Ed Zurga, File)
Cincinnati Bengals at Kansas City Chiefs 10/21/2018

Apr. 16, 2020 09:02 AM EDT

Cincinnati Bengals head coach Zac Taylor speaks during a press conference at the NFL football scouting combine in Indianapolis, Tuesday, Feb. 25, 2020. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall)
Taylor encouraged by free agent haul as Bengals rebuild

Apr. 08, 2020 05:24 PM EDT

Cincinnati Bengals head coach Zac Taylor speaks during a press conference at the NFL football scouting combine in Indianapolis, Tuesday, Feb. 25, 2020. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall)
Bengals release Dre Kirkpatrick in defensive overhaul

By Joe Kay Mar. 31, 2020 03:29 PM EDT

FILE - In this Dec. 1, 2019, file photo, Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver A.J. Green practices before an NFL football game against the New York Jets in Cincinnati. The Bengals used their franchise tag on A.J. Green, giving them time to try to work out a long-term deal with the star who is one of the most accomplished receivers in franchise history and would be a vital part of breaking in a new quarterback.(AP Photo/Frank Victores, File)
Bengals release guard John Miller as line shuffle continues

By Joe Kay Mar. 18, 2020 05:46 PM EDT

Bengals need linebackers and offensive linemen

By The Associated Press Mar. 17, 2020 06:57 PM EDT
CINCINNATI BENGALS (2-14) UNRESTRICTED FREE AGENTS: CB Darqueze Dennard, TE Tyler Eifert, DT Andrew Billings, S Clayton Fejedelem, OL John...

FILE - In this Dec. 22, 2019, file photo, Cleveland Browns running back Kareem Hunt reacts during an NFL football game against the Baltimore Ravens in Cleveland. The Browns opened a unique free agency period by placing a second-round tender on running back Kareem Hunt, who played eight games last season after returning from an NFL suspension. (AP Photo/David Richard, File)
NFL bars player and team personnel travel in free agency

By Barry Wilner Mar. 16, 2020 06:15 PM EDT

Cincinnati Bengals Director of Player Personnel Duke Tobin speaks during a press conference at the NFL football scouting combine in Indianapolis, Tuesday, Feb. 25, 2020. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall)
Bengals use franchise tag on A.J. Green over his objection

By Joe Kay Mar. 16, 2020 02:51 PM EDT

FILE - In this Jan. 19, 2020, file photo, Tennessee Titans' quarterback Marcus Mariota warms up before the NFL AFC Championship football game against the Kansas City Chiefs in Kansas City, Mo. The Las Vegas Raiders have agreed on a contract with free agent Mariota to provide an experienced backup behind starter Derek Carr. A person familiar with the deal said Monday, March 16, 2020, the Raiders reached the deal with the former No. 2 overall pick in the 2015 draft. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel, File)
The Latest: 49ers safety Jimmie Ward gets 3-yr deal to stay

By The Associated Press Mar. 16, 2020 12:01 PM EDT

Cincinnati Bengals tight end C.J. Uzomah, right, and quarterback Andy Dalton (14) celebrate after a 15-yard touchdown by Uzomah during the first half of an NFL football game against the Cleveland Browns, Sunday, Dec. 29, 2019, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Gary Landers)
Zac Taylor's 1st Bengals season one for the record books

By Joe Kay Dec. 30, 2019 03:04 PM EST

On Football: Offbeat Awards for the 2019 season

By Barry Wilner Dec. 26, 2019 06:17 PM EST
The Associated Press will hand out its individual NFL awards on the night before the Super Bowl in Miami. Until then, here are some off-the-beaten track honors...

Cleveland Browns head coach Freddie Kitchens gestures during the second half of an NFL football game against the Baltimore Ravens, Sunday, Dec. 22, 2019, in Cleveland. (AP Photo/David Richard)
Misery in Ohio: Browns, Bengals end woeful seasons together

By Joe Kay Dec. 26, 2019 02:41 PM EST