Chatterbox Bengals: A Cincinnati Bengals NFL Podcast

Cincinnati Bengals fans had a collective scare Tuesday when star wide receiver Ja’Marr Chase went down with an apparent knee injury during practice. The good news came quickly, however, as Chase later indicated that the injury was minor and that he felt fine.
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Chase was running a deep route during team drills when he went up for a pass from Joe Burrow and landed awkwardly on his left leg. He immediately grabbed his knee and appeared to be in significant discomfort before making his way to the sideline under his own power. Trainers examined him, and Chase remained around the team rather than heading immediately to the locker room.
After practice, Chase provided the update Bengals fans were hoping to hear. Speaking with ESPN 1530 Cincinnati, he described the injury as a “little hyperextension” and said he was fine. Chase also indicated that he could have continued practicing if necessary, but the Bengals understandably chose to shut him down for the remainder of the session as a precaution.
That distinction is important. A hyperextended knee can range from a relatively minor issue to something more significant depending on whether ligaments or other structures are damaged. At this point, though, there is no indication that Chase suffered a major structural injury, and the immediate signs are encouraging.
The timing also works in Cincinnati’s favor. The Bengals still have more than two weeks before their regular-season opener against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on September 13.
For now, this appears to be a situation the Bengals will monitor rather than panic over. Chase’s ability to walk off the field, remain engaged with teammates and, most importantly, describe himself as feeling fine are all positive signs. Still, Cincinnati will undoubtedly take every precaution with its most important offensive weapon.
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The Cincinnati Bengals have released veteran offensive lineman Cody Ford, ending his three-year run in Cincinnati. The 29-year-old versatile swing tackle and guard appeared in 50 games with 10 starts after signing as a free agent in 2023. Head coach Zac Taylor confirmed the move Monday, noting the team wanted to give Ford a head start on landing elsewhere ahead of final roster cuts this weekend. Ford began camp competing for backup tackle snaps behind Orlando Brown Jr. and Amarius Mims, but younger options like Javon Foster and Jalen Rivers have taken second-team reps recently, including in the preseason loss to the Bears. Taylor praised Ford’s flexibility, willingness to play multiple spots on short notice, and solid contributions over three seasons. This early cut signals the Bengals’ desire to reshape offensive line depth and potentially add help via free agency or the waiver wire. What does this mean for the unit protecting Joe Burrow? How will the depth chart shake out? We break down the reaction, film notes from camp, and what comes next for both Ford and Cincinnati. 

The Cincinnati Bengals have no questions at the top of their wide receiver depth chart with Ja’Marr Chase and Tee Higgins, but the battle behind them has become one of the most intriguing storylines of the preseason. We break down Andrei Iosivas, rookie Colbie Young, CFL standout Dohnte Meyers, Mitchell Tinsley and Charlie Jones, their performances throughout training camp and the preseason, and the difficult decisions Cincinnati faces as it determines which receivers will make the final 53-man roster.
 
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Nick Kirby and Andrew Collinsworth break down the Cincinnati Bengals’ preseason win over the Chicago Bears. They reveal their biggest winners and losers, examine the wide receiver depth chart, discuss the value of preseason games and debate whether Joe Burrow and the rest of the starters should play in the preseason finale. Plus, much more from the Bengals’ latest victory.
 
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The Cincinnati Bengals have a growing concern along the offensive line as the 2026 NFL season approaches. While Cincinnati is bringing back the same starting five that finished last season, the depth behind those starters has become a major question during training camp and the preseason. Orlando Brown Jr. has also struggled at times, adding another layer of concern for a Bengals offense built around Joe Burrow.
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In this podcast, we break down the Bengals offensive line situation and seven veteran offensive linemen who are currently available in free agency. Could Cincinnati make a move before Week 1?
We discuss Taylor Decker, Cam Robinson, Kevin Zeitler, Mekhi Becton, Jonah Williams, Kelvin Beachum and Jack Conklin, including their experience, potential fit with Cincinnati, injury history and whether they could provide valuable depth.
The Bengals have invested heavily in Joe Burrow, Ja’Marr Chase and Tee Higgins, and protecting Burrow has to remain a major priority. Cincinnati also has financial flexibility after restructuring Burrow’s contract, but the team has other potential extensions to consider, including DJ Turner, Dax Hill and Chase Brown.
Should the Bengals use some of that money to add an offensive lineman? Is veteran depth more important than another position of need? And how concerned should Bengals fans be about the offensive line heading into the regular season?
We break down the options, the current state of the Bengals offensive line and which available free agents could make the most sense for Cincinnati.

The Cincinnati Bengals and Chicago Bears got plenty of valuable work in during Thursday’s joint practice, and now the focus turns toward Saturday night’s preseason matchup at Paycor Stadium. The joint practice gave both teams an opportunity to see their starters and young players compete against a different opponent, and for Cincinnati, the defense was one of the biggest stories of the day. The Bengals generated consistent pressure, with Dexter Lawrence making a major impact, while Myles Murphy and rookie Cashius Howell also flashed as pass rushers. The secondary created some big plays as well, including interceptions from Josh Newton and Barrett Carter.
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There were positives offensively, too. Joe Burrow connected with Tee Higgins on a deep completion and Ja’Marr Chase made a terrific sideline catch, while Chase Brown continued to show why he is such an important piece of this Bengals offense. At the same time, the Bears' defense created some pressure and made plays of its own, making the practice a valuable test for Cincinnati heading into the weekend.
Now, the Bengals turn the page to Saturday’s preseason game against the Bears. Zac Taylor has announced that Cincinnati’s starters will not play in the remaining preseason games, meaning this matchup becomes even more important for rookies, young players and those fighting for roster spots. Players like Cashius Howell, Tacario Davis, Colbie Young, Landon Robinson and Jack Endries will have opportunities to make their cases.
With the regular season getting closer, Saturday night will be another important evaluation period for the Bengals as they continue figuring out their 53-man roster and building depth across the team.
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The NFL Top 100 rankings are out, and two of the Cincinnati Bengals’ biggest stars landed much lower on the list than their resumes would suggest. Reid Maus discusses the latest example of the NFL disrespecting the Cincinnati Bengals and its players.
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Ja’Marr Chase was ranked No. 16 in the NFL Top 100, while Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow came in all the way down at No. 44. The rankings put two of Cincinnati’s most important players — and two of the NFL’s most recognizable stars — outside the spots many Bengals fans expected to see them.
Chase’s No. 16 ranking comes after establishing himself as one of the premier wide receivers in football. Since entering the NFL, Chase has been the centerpiece of the Cincinnati Bengals passing attack and one of the league’s most dangerous offensive weapons. His combination of explosive plays, production and chemistry with Burrow has made the Burrow-to-Chase connection one of the defining quarterback-wide receiver duos in the NFL.
But the biggest surprise may be Burrow falling to No. 44.
The Cincinnati Bengals quarterback has already led the franchise to a Super Bowl appearance and back-to-back AFC Championship Games while developing into one of the NFL’s most prominent quarterbacks. Burrow’s accuracy, processing, toughness and ability to perform in high-pressure situations have helped transform Cincinnati into a team with championship expectations.
Despite that track record, the NFL Top 100 placed 43 players ahead of Joe Burrow.
The rankings are particularly notable because the NFL Top 100 is based on voting by NFL players, making the placement of Burrow and Chase an interesting look at how their peers view Cincinnati’s two biggest stars.
For the Bengals, everything continues to revolve around No. 9 and No. 1. Joe Burrow and Ja’Marr Chase have been together since their college days at LSU and reunited in Cincinnati when the Bengals selected Chase with the fifth overall pick in the 2021 NFL Draft. Together, they helped change the trajectory of the franchise almost immediately.

The Cincinnati Bengals are set for a highly anticipated joint practice with the Chicago Bears tomorrow, and this could be the most important day of preseason preparation yet. With the Bengals and Bears scheduled to play an official preseason game Saturday night, the results of Thursday’s practice could help determine which starters see action in that game.
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Joint practices have become increasingly important around the NFL, with coaches treating them almost like preseason games. The Bengals should get plenty of “good on good” work against Chicago, giving Joe Burrow, Ja’Marr Chase and the rest of Cincinnati’s starters an opportunity to test themselves against another roster.
In this podcast, we break down six key Bengals-Bears matchups to watch, including DJ Turner vs. Rome Odunze, Ja’Marr Chase vs. Jaylon Johnson, Boye Mafe vs. Braxton Jones, Mike Gesicki vs. rookie safety Dillon Thieneman, Dexter Lawrence vs. Garrett Bradbury and Orlando Brown Jr. vs. Austin Booker.
DJ Turner is having an impressive Bengals training camp and could have a major opportunity to strengthen his case for a contract extension. Chase, meanwhile, should be highly motivated after his controversial ranking in the NFL Top 100 and could be looking to make a statement against one of the league’s better corners in Jaylon Johnson.
We’ll also examine Cincinnati’s offensive line, the impact Dexter Lawrence could make against Chicago’s interior, and whether Orlando Brown Jr. can bounce back after a rough preseason opener.
Is Chicago being overrated heading into 2026? Can the Bengals expose weaknesses on the Bears roster? And will Cincinnati’s performance tomorrow determine whether Joe Burrow and the starters play Saturday night?
We break it all down from the Bengals perspective, including what to watch during the joint practice and what it could mean for Cincinnati’s preseason finale.
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