Power Rankings: Cincy drops into bottom five
The season couldn't have started much worse in Cincinnati, where the Bengals have now matched their lowest ranking since Week 2 of 2011.
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2017 Schedule
0-2, 3rd in AFC North
- 8/11W 23-12
- 8/19L 30-12
- 8/27L 23-17
- 8/31L 7-6
- 9/10L 20-0
- 9/14L 13-9
- 9/24
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Is it too early to write off the Bengals? (2:31)
Katherine Terrell ESPN Staff Writer
The Bengals and local fans helped raise $100,000 for hurricane relief efforts, which will be donated to the American Red Cross.
Rookie receiver race: Cooper Kupp performing best through two weeks
One of the hotter names in fantasy football and more intriguing rookies, Cooper Kupp was one of three rookie receivers with three catches last week.
Which 0-2 team has the best playoff chances?
The Bengals' collapse has been completely one-sided, as their offense ranks dead last but the defense is 11th. Their tough division makes a full-circle rebound seem unlikely.
Bengals WR Tyler Boyd not sure why he was inactive for Week 2
Tyler Boyd, who had 54 catches as a rookie last season, didn't dress in Week 2 and assumes it's because the Bengals needed more help on special teams.
Cutler, Gates, Bengals among notable performances in Week 2
Antonio Gates made history in the Chargers' game against the Dolphins, while Jay Cutler helped Miami get the win. The Bengals also make the list, but not for a good reason.
Katherine Terrell ESPN Staff Writer
Bengals WR Tyler Boyd admitted former OC Ken Zampese had a tendency to overload him at times with information. Boyd called Zampese a 'great coach,' but said: "There were times where I just felt like he would overwhelm with things to do out there in terms of details and what to do and what not to do. Just making me think too much."
Rank 'em: Which 0-2 coach is on the hottest seat?
Which of the five coaches our NFL Nation reporters identified as on the hot seat is in the most trouble?
Head coaches who could be in trouble after 0-2 start
John Fox, Sean Payton, Marvin Lewis, Todd Bowles and Chuck Pagano face uncertain futures after a poor start to the season.
Dalton not on the bubble in Cincinnati (1:06)
McCarron to Bengals fans: Show trust in Dalton
Cincinnati Bengals backup quarterback AJ McCarron implored fans to support starter Andy Dalton through the team's 0-2 start.
Katherine Terrell ESPN Staff Writer
Defensive back Alex Carter is working out for the Bengals today. A 2015 third-round pick for the Lions, he spent most of 2016 on their practice squad. He converted to safety from cornerback in the offseason, but could play either position.
Teams in the dreaded 0-2 hole
The road to the playoffs has already gotten much tougher for the 49ers, Bears, Bengals, Browns, Chargers, Colts, Jets and Saints. Since the postseason field expanded to 12 in 1990, just 12 percent of teams to start 0-2 have made the playoffs.
Katherine Terrell ESPN Staff Writer
The Bengals have a few extra days to mull over how they'll proceed with offensive coordinator Bill Lazor after firing Ken Zampese. It's not going to be a magic fix, and Andy Dalton's play has to be concerning for Lazor, who will now split time between his job as QB coach and OC. Bengals need to get Dalton back on track, which is going to be a difficult task at Lambeau Field next week.
Katherine Terrell ESPN Staff Writer
Andy Dalton and AJ Green showed off their chicken dance moves today at Oktoberfest Zinzinnati. Green and Dalton were chosen as grand marshalls this year. Dalton did get a few boos when introduced, but mostly applause.
Moss is fed up with the Bengals (2:39)
The long-snapper: How to anonymously make $1 million in the NFL
The Bengals' Clark Harris is part of a 32-man fraternity as an NFL long-snapper. It's a great gig, but they're just a bad snap or two from losing it.
New Bengals OC Bill Lazor aims to get RBs and QBs in rhythm
Bill Lazor knows his biggest task is to make Bengals QB Andy Dalton productive and that the responsibility for digging out of this hole must be shared.
If Bengals' offense wanted to move forward, Ken Zampese had to go
The woeful production of the Bengals' offense didn't make sense, leaving them no choice but to make an unprecedented move with their coordinator.
Smith: Bengals are collectively lost (1:55)
Two team race in AFC North?
That's the way ESPN's Football Power Index sees it. The Bengals and Browns have played just three games combined so far, but FPI gives each just a 1 percent chance to win the division. The Steelers currently hold a slight edge, but the Ravens have cut the gap by 26 percentage points since the preseason.
Seth Walder ESPN Analytics
We're barely into Week 2 but the AFC North is already just a two-team race.
Bengals fire offensive coordinator Zampese (0:27)
No QB controversy, but Marvin Lewis mum on personnel changes
The Bengals have yet to score a touchdown through an 0-2 start, and while Marvin Lewis says Andy Dalton is safe, there will be some offensive changes.
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 |
2017 AFC North Standings
| TEAM | W | L | T | PCT | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pittsburgh | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1.000 | 47 | 27 |
| Baltimore | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1.000 | 44 | 10 |
| Cleveland | 0 | 2 | 0 | .000 | 28 | 45 |
| Cincinnati | 0 | 2 | 0 | .000 | 9 | 33 |
Team Leaders 2017
- Offense
- Defense
Passing Yards
Rushing Yards
Receiving Yards
Tackles
Sacks
Interceptions
Team Stats
Passing Yards178.522nd
Rushing Yards79.522nd
Points For4.532nd
Points Against16.5Tied-7th
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