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In this edition of Bengals Weekly, Bengals Radio Voice Dan Hoard and FOX19's Joe Dannemann preview the first AFC North battle of 2026! Before they get to the matchup with Pittsburgh, they recap last week's dominant defensive victory over the Texans in Houston. Then, Hoard sits down with second-year LB Demetrius Knight Jr. for an exclusive conversation. Finally, CBS analyst Ross Tucker joins Hoard to discuss the Steelers and get you GAMEDEY ready!

WR Ja'Marr Chase meets with the media ahead of Week 3 against the Steelers, Thursday, Sept. 24, 2026.

WR Dohnte Meyers meets with the media in the locker room, Thursday, Sept. 24, 2026.

S Bryan Cook meets with the media in the locker room, Thursday, Sept. 24, 2026.

Tune in to the official game trailer for Week 3 against the Pittsburgh Steelers.

QB Joe Burrow meets with the media ahead of Week 3 against the Steelers, Wednesday, Sept. 23, 2026.

HC Zac Taylor meets with the media, Wednesday, Sept. 23, 2026.

G Dalton Risner meets with the media in the locker room, Wednesday, Sept. 23, 2026.

DE Cashius Howell meets with the media in the locker room, Wednesday, Sept. 23, 2026.

LB Demetrius Knight Jr. meets with the media in the locker room, Wednesday, Sept. 23, 2026.

S Bryan Cook meets with the media in the locker room, Wednesday, Sept. 23, 2026.

Tune in to hear DT Dexter Lawrence II Mic'd Up during Week 2 against the Houston Texans, Sunday, Sept. 20, 2026.

HC Zac Taylor speaks to the media, Monday, Sept. 21, 2026.

View the top Bengals plays from their 20-6 victory over the Houston Texans, Sunday, Sept. 20, 2026.

HC Zac Taylor addressed the team in the locker room after its 20-6 win over the Houston Texans, Sunday, September 20, 2026.

HC Zac Taylor speaks to the media after the Week 2 20-6 win over the Texans, Sunday, Sept. 20, 2026.

QB Joe Burrow meets with the media after the team's 20-6 win over the Texans, Sunday, Sept. 20, 2026.

DT Dexter Lawrence II meets with the media in the locker room after the team's 20-6 win over the Texans, Sunday, Sept. 20, 2026.

G Dalton Risner meets with the media in the locker room after the team's 20-6 win over the Texans, Sunday, Sept. 20, 2026.

Cincinnati Bengals defensive tackle Kris Jenkins Jr. sacks Houston Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud during Week 2 of the 2026 NFL season.

Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Tee Higgins makes a 23-yard catch against the Houston Texans during Week 2 of the 2026 NFL season.

Cincinnati Bengals kicker Evan McPherson completes a 57-yard field goal attempt against the Houston Texans in Week 2 of the 2026 NFL season.

JaMarr Chase catches for a 18-yard Touchdown vs. Houston Texans, 09/20/2026

Cincinnati Bengals cornerback D.J. Turner II displays his impressive coverage ability to break up a pass by Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow during Week 2 of the 2026 NFL season.

Ja'Marr Chase catches for a 32-yard Touchdown vs. Houston Texans, 09/20/2026

The Bengals put a 2-0 start in the rearview mirror and look ahead to Sunday's AFC North showdown in Pittsburgh.

Dan Hoard's guests include Ross Tucker from CBS Sports, linebacker Demetrius Knight, and Brooke Pryor who covers the Steelers for ESPN.

Dan Hoard recaps a 20-6 win in Houston with radio replays, locker room interviews, and postgame analysis from Tony Pike.

Then, in this week's "Fun Facts" conversation, Boye Mafe tells us what it's like to kiss the Lombardi Trophy and why he salutes his mother in sign language before every game.

Dan Hoard previews week two as the Bengals head to Houston to face the Texans.

Dan's guests include Amarius Mims, Kevin Harlan from CBS Sports and Jonathan Alexander who covers the Texans for the Houston Chronicle.

Dan Hoard recaps a week one win over Tampa Bay with radio replays, locker room interviews, and postgame analysis from Tony Pike.

Then, in this week's "Fun Facts" conversation, team president Mike Brown discusses Dexter Lawrence, Joe Burrow, and much more.

A new season gets underway on Sunday as the Bengals "Open in Orange" against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

Dan Hoard's guests include DJ Turner II, Greg Cosell from NFL Films and Jenna Laine who covers the Bucs for ESPN.

Dan Hoard talks to a pair of rookies who turned outstanding play in the preseason into spots on the Bengals' 53-man roster – Dohnte Meyers and Landon Robinson.

Then, Robert Weintraub from the FTN Football Almanac and Cincinnati Magazine joins Dan for an in-depth look at the Bengals' chances of being a contender in 2026.

Dan Hoard recaps a 30-13 win in Philly with radio replays, locker room interviews, and postgame analysis from Tony Pike.

Then, in this week's "Fun Facts" conversation, we take a trip down memory lane with former Bengals tight end C.J. Uzomah.

Dan Hoard recaps a preseason win over the Bears with radio replays, locker room interviews, and postgame analysis from Tony Pike.

Then, in this week's "Fun Facts" conversation, you'll meet the man with the NFL's best mullet – Bengals' center Jacob Bayer.

Dan Hoard recaps the preseason opener against Detroit with radio replays, locker room interviews, and postgame analysis from Tony Pike.

Then, in this week's "Fun Facts" conversation, QB Josh Johnson describes how he's lasted for 19 years in the NFL.

Dan Hoard looks ahead to the start of the preseason by talking to two national reporters who visited Bengals training camp this week -- Albert Breer from Sports Illustrated and Ben Solak from ESPN.

Then, Dan visits with Dalton Risner and Amarius Mims about their big brother/little brother relationship.

Dan Hoard discusses the start of training camp with offensive lineman Dalton Risner and Bengals.com Senior Writer Geoff Hobson.

Dan Hoard pays tribute to the two newest members of the Bengals Ring of Honor – Bob Trumpy and James Brooks.

Check out the best photos from Friday Night Stripes at St. Xavier High School as they hosted Archbishop Moeller High School, Friday, Sept. 18, 2026.

Check out the best photos from the Bengals Book Donation Event with Queen City Book Bank at Hays-Porter Elementary, Tuesday, Sept. 15, 2026.

Check out the best photos from the Bengals Play60 Event at Hays-Porter Elementary, Tuesday, Sept. 15, 2026.

Check out the best photos from Friday Night Stripes at Lawrenceburg High School as they hosted Greensburg High School, Friday, Sept. 11, 2026.

Fans flocked to Paycor Stadium Tuesday, Sept. 8, for NamasDey, presented by Tampax, and did yoga on the field. Proceeds from the event went towards supporting YWCA Greater Cincinnati.

Check out the best photos from Friday Night Stripes at Walnut Hills High School as they hosted Turpin High School, Friday, Sept. 4, 2026.

Check out a recap from 2026 Taste of the Bengals at Paycor Stadium.

G Dalton Risner welcomed Bengals fans from all over the region to Paycor Stadium Wednesday night for another year of Taste of the Bengals benefiting Freestore Foodbank.

Check out the best moments from 2026 Taste of the Bengals at Paycor Stadium.

Check out the best photos from Friday Night Stripes at St. Henry High School as they hosted Boone County High School, Friday, Aug. 28, 2026.

Check out the best photos from Friday Night Stripes at Woodward High School as they hosted Belmont High School, Friday, Aug. 21, 2026.

The Cincinnati Bengals visited Rothenberg Preparatory Academy in Cincinnati on Saturday to distribute backpacks and school supplies to students and families as part of the organization's new Back to School Program, presented by ANDREW. Bengals Community staff, along with Who Dey and the Ben-Gals, helped hand out more than 250 backpacks to local youth, ensuring students are equipped and ready for a successful start to the new school year.

Saint Ursula Academy QB Penelope Bolinger won the 2026 Bengals Girls Flag Football Athlete of the Year Thursday.

Mount Notre Dame, Saint Ursula Academy and Badin High School participated in 5v5 flag football at halftime of the Bengals first preseason game against the Detroit Lions, Thursday, Aug. 13, 2026.

The Cincinnati Bengals and Hamilton County today announced that Princeton High School will host Archbishop Moeller High School in a season-opening game at Paycor Stadium on Thursday, Aug. 20. 

The Bengals are well represented at the 2026 NFL FLAG Championships presented by Toyota this weekend in Westfield, Indiana.

Who Dey and the Ben-Gals joined Children's Hunger Alliance at the Miami Valley Housing Opportunity Center for a fun day of nutrition education on July 21. Through interactive activities, including nutrition card games, relay races, and trivia, children learned the importance of making healthy food choices before enjoying a healthy lunch.

The Bengals revealed the finalists for the 2026 Bengals Girls Flag Football Athlete of the Year Tuesday.

As the winner of this year's contest aimed at promoting minority-owned businesses in the Tri-State area, Mercedes Brown Hair Boutique will receive a sponsorship package for the season.

The Bengals hosted 160+ kids for Bengals Flag Clinics in London and Cambridge, Ontario, teaching them flag fundamentals and skill-building drills. Special thanks to NFL FLAG, Football Ontario, London Beefeaters, London Jr. Mustangs, and Cambridge Lions for their event-day support!

OHSAA Board of Directors voted to add girls flag football as a fully sanctioned sport

Paycor Stadium welcomed hundreds of campers for the Anthony Muñoz Foundation's Football Academy last week. In addition to learning football skills, campers were taught character education, leadership and teamwork. Special appearances were made by Who Dey and Bengals Coach and Tight Ends/Run Game Coordinator, James Casey.

Paycor Stadium welcomed hundreds of campers for the Anthony Muñoz Foundation's Football Academy last week. In addition to learning football skills, campers were taught character education, leadership and teamwork. Special appearances were made by Who Dey and Bengals Coach and Tight Ends/Run Game Coordinator, James Casey.

Bengals players, coaches, staff and other community members partnered with United Way of Greater Cincinnati and the Cincinnati Recreation Commission to help build a playground at Ryan Sports Complex in Westwood as part of the Bengals Hometown Huddle.

Bengals players, coaches, staff and other community members helped build a playground, challenge course, mindfulness area and assisted with other beautification projects at Ryan Sports Complex in Westwood as part of the Bengals Hometown Huddle, in partnership with United Way of Greater Cincinnati and the Cincinnati Recreation Commission.