But another NFL record for hapless defense is well within reach. The Bengals have allowed at least 27 points in seven consecutive games. Only five teams in the Super Bowl era (196

Breaking down the moves the Bengals have made over the last few years that have led to the team once again fielding one of the worst defensive units

The Bengals defense is coming off allowing 23 points in the fourth quarter to the Jets on Sunday and now has given up more points per game than any defense in the NFL.

CINCINNATI — Bengals linebacker Shaka Heyward suffered a leg injury (fibula) in the first half of Sunday's game against the Jets and didn't return. The special teams' ace will miss at least four weeks according to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network.

The New York Jets have finally done it. The Jets (1-7) are the brand new owners of a shiny new win during the 2025 NFL season. New York went on to upset the Bengals (3-5) in a late 39-38 win in Cincinnati.

All those good vibes that Joe Flacco brought to Cincinnati were wiped out by one of the worst defensive performances in franchise history. It was that bad.

The Bengals’ season-high in points wasn’t enough to get Joe Flacco his second straight win, leading the defensive players to take action on Monday.

The Cincinnati Bengals could be in the market for adding a defensive tackle in the 2026 NFL Draft. Ole Miss has a BIG one in the form of Zxavian Harris. Harris is 6’7” and 330 pounds. He has surprising athleticism for a player with his size. He is also one of the strongest players in college football.

The #Cowboys made trade calls to the #Raiders on Maxx Crosby and the #Bengals on Trey Hendrickson, but were rebuffed by both teams, per @JayGlazer. Dallas is in the market for defense. pic.twitter.com/hjqcZf3W0t