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Super Bowl LXI Road Map: Bengals Are Dangerous, but There Are Potential Pitfalls

While Cincinnati took steps to improve its porous defense, the biggest question remains whether Joe Burrow can finally stay healthy.

Sports Illustrated · Jul 2

Matt Verderame’s Early Super Bowl LXI Sleepers for 2026 Includes Two NFC North Teams

Six teams outside the top 10 of Super Bowl odds heading into training camps that could surprise, as the Seahawks and Patriots did in 2025.

Sports Illustrated · Jun 4

AFC North Report Card 2026: Ravens and Steelers Made Massive Changes

The two fierce rivals both have new coaches for the first time in nearly two decades. Plus, the Bengals and others made upgrades on the field.

Sports Illustrated · May 13

Bengals Training Camp Report: Trey Hendrickson Reports As Defense Undergoes Overhaul

The star pass rusher spoke about where negotiations stand after moving from a holdout to a hold-in. Plus, Joe Burrow is already in midseason form.

Sports Illustrated · Jul 30, 2025

Bengals Training Camp 2025: Without Holdouts or Injuries, Cincy Offense Shines

Cincinnati's offensive core looks as good as its sky-high expectations, while the defense is coming together under new DC Al Golden.

Sports Illustrated · Jul 27, 2025

The 12 Teams That Can Win Super Bowl LX

Narrowing down the field to a dozen teams that could actually lift the Lombardi Trophy in February.

Sports Illustrated · Jul 17, 2025

32 Teams in 32 Days: Bengals Are Locked and Loaded Offensively

Joe Burrow, Ja’Marr Chase and Tee Higgins are three of the best weapons in the NFL, but contract disputes on defense could hold Cincinnati back.

Sports Illustrated · Jun 26, 2025

2025 NFL Mock Draft: Albert Breer Predicts the First Round

Our latest intel has only one quarterback coming off the board, along with several pass rushers, defensive tackles and offensive linemen.

Sports Illustrated · Apr 24, 2025

Ashton Jeanty the Target for Teams Wanting to Trade Up Into the Top 10

The Boise State running back could become top five at his position. Plus, notes on Tetairoa McMillan, Walter Nolen, Omarion Hampton and more in Albert Breer’s latest intel on the 2025 NFL draft.

Sports Illustrated · Apr 23, 2025

Explaining the Real Math Behind the Bengals’ Expensive Receivers

Playing mythbuster with the big contracts for Ja’Marr Chase and Tee Higgins. Plus, notes on the top receivers in the draft, Sam Darnold’s advice for young quarterbacks and more.

Sports Illustrated · Mar 18, 2025