Bengals' 11-man draft class makes for heavy competition on 53-man roster
The Bengals have shown a propensity to give their draft picks a chance, but a large class and a solid roster will make for some difficult decisions.
2017 ScheduleAll times ET
2017 Schedule
6-9-1, 3rd in AFC North
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Bengals have one of NFL's best backup QB situations
AJ McCarron gives the Bengals a solid insurance policy in the event that Andy Dalton gets hurt again. Together, they give Cincinnati one of the NFL's best QB duos.
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With Adam Jones suspended, do Bengals turn to William Jackson III?
The Bengals rarely turn to young cornerbacks to start, but 2016 first-round pick William Jackson III could be an option in Week 1.
John Ross, Joe Mixon lead youth movement for 2017 Cincinnati Bengals
With 11 draft picks in camp, the Bengals are hopeful that the rookies can provide an exciting boost and send them back to the playoffs.
Katherine Terrell ESPN Staff Writer
The Bengals released a statement on Adam Jones' suspension: "The Bengals anticipated this result and are glad to finally put the matter behind is. Our focus is getting ready for the upcoming season. Adam will participate in training camp and we are counting on him to help our team when he returns from suspension."
Jones suspended 1 game by NFL (1:26)
Bengals CB Jones banned 1 game for conduct
Bengals cornerback Adam Jones has been suspended for Week 1 against the Ravens for violating the NFL's personal conduct policy, the league announced Friday.
Katherine Terrell ESPN Staff Writer
The NFL has suspended Adam Jones for one game as a violation of the personal conduct policy. Jones was arrested in January but the felony charge was dropped.
Dan Graziano ESPN Staff Writer
Bengals CB Adam Jones has been suspended for one game for violating the league's personal conduct policy.
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With no new contract in sight, is Bengals' Marvin Lewis a 'lame duck'?
The Bengals aren't expected to give Marvin Lewis an extension prior to the start of the season, but it's a situation the coach has handled in the past.
Sneaky strengths: Bengals
The Bengals' offense has a plethora of weapons, yet it's what those playmakers didn't do last season that was sneaky good.
AFC North Q&A: Who will win the division, and how many teams will make the playoffs?
The Steelers should return to the postseason in 2017, but expect Cincinnati and Baltimore to compete for a playoff berth too.
AFC North Q&A: Who will be the division's MVP?
Predicting that a Pittsburgh playmaker will be the AFC North's best player is easy. Picking which one is a tough call that might be decided by health.
AFC North Q&A: Who is on hottest seat in division?
Our AFC North writers examine which player, coach or front-office executive is on the hottest seat in the division this season.
The hottest seats in the NFL (1:47)
AFC North Q&A: Who is the rising star in this division?
The Steelers have some household names, but they also have a stable of young talent, including TE Jesse James, LB Ryan Shazier and S Sean Davis.
Bengals' George Iloka spoofs R. Kelly in epic marriage proposal
Bengals safety, and true romantic, George Iloka popped the question to his girlfriend by remaking a sweet R&B song. It was music to her ears.
Future Power Rankings: Bengals
The Bengals have one of the NFL's best rosters, but it hasn't translated into playoff success. Besides a lack of offensive line depth, questions loom about Marvin Lewis' future and the direction of the front office.
AFC North Q&A: Who is the best newcomer to this division?
Jeremy Maclin is poised to make a big impact in Baltimore, but most of our reporters expect the No. 1 pick to be the top newcomer in 2017.
AFC North Q&A: Will this be Marvin Lewis' final season with Bengals?
Marvin Lewis has as many years left on his contract as he does playoff wins with the Bengals -- none. Is it last call for him in Cincinnati?
AFC North Q&A: Will Hue Jackson be coaching the Browns or Bengals in 2018?
Hue Jackson would be foolish not to consider the head-coaching job in Cincinnati if it becomes available, but he'll likely stick with the Browns.
AFC North Q&A: Will Antonio Brown be first to record fifth straight 100-catch season?
Pittsburgh's passing offense goes through Antonio Brown, and the Steelers have done nothing this offseason to indicate a change in their plans.
2017 Draft Picks
| RD(PK) | PLAYER | POS | SCHOOL |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1(9) | John Ross | WR | Washington |
| 2(16) | Joe Mixon | RB | Oklahoma |
| 3(9) | Jordan Willis | DE | Kansas State |
| 4(9) | Carl Lawson | DE | Auburn |
| 4(22) | Josh Malone | WR | Tennessee |
| 4(32) | Ryan Glasgow | DT | Michigan |
| 5(9) | Jake Elliott | PK | Memphis |
| 5(33) | J.J. Dielman | C | Utah |
| 6(9) | Jordan Evans | ILB | Oklahoma |
| 6(23) | Brandon Wilson | CB | Houston |
| 7(33) | Mason Schreck | TE | Buffalo |
2016 AFC North Standings
| TEAM | W | L | T | PCT | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pittsburgh | 11 | 5 | 0 | .688 | 399 | 327 |
| Baltimore | 8 | 8 | 0 | .500 | 343 | 321 |
| Cincinnati | 6 | 9 | 1 | .406 | 325 | 315 |
| Cleveland | 1 | 15 | 0 | .063 | 264 | 452 |
Team Leaders 2016
- Offense
- Defense
Passing Yards
Rushing Yards
Receiving Yards
Tackles
Sacks
Interceptions
Team Stats
Passing Yards246.415th
Rushing Yards110.613th
Points For20.224th
Points Against19.78th
Free Agents
| NAME | POS | TYPE | PREV. TEAM |
|---|---|---|---|
| I. Abdul-Quddus | S | UFA | DET |
| S. Acho | LB | UFA | CHI |
| J. Adams | OT | UFA | HOU |
| J. Addae | S | RFA | SD |
| D. Aiken | LS | UFA | NYG |
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