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Bengals Hometown Hero

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The Hometown Hero program is a Bengals initiative that honors everyday individuals who make a meaningful impact in their communities. From first responders and teachers to volunteers and neighborhood leaders, these heroes uplift others through acts of service, compassion, and leadership. We celebrate those who go above and beyond to make Who Dey Nation stronger, kinder, and more connected.

Want to nominate someone in the Greater Cincinnati/NKY community that's making a difference? Click below to submit your nominee!

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2026 Hometown Heroes

Coats For A Cure, Crystal, Jess and Zack

Coats For A Cure, Crystal, Jess and Zack

Week 4 vs Jaguars

David Pickering, Asst. Chief of Administration West Chester Township Fire Department

David Pickering, Asst. Chief of Administration West Chester Township Fire Department

Week 1 vs Buccaneers

Milbeth Allen, CPS Educator of the Year

Milbeth Allen, CPS Educator of the Year

Preseason Week 2 vs Bears

Kiva Thomas, Girls Flag Advocate & KHSAA Football Official

Kiva Thomas, Girls Flag Advocate & KHSAA Football Official

Preseason Week 1 vs Lions

2025 Hometown Heroes

Paul James, Facilities Manager, Bethany School

Paul James, Facilities Manager, Bethany School

Week 18 vs. Browns

Norm Boyd and Tyjon Cousins, Big and Little of the Year, Big Brother Big Sisters Cincinnati

Norm Boyd and Tyjon Cousins, Big and Little of the Year, Big Brother Big Sisters Cincinnati

Week 17 vs. Cardinals

Rickell Howard Smith - Bengals 2025 Inspire Change Changemaker

Rickell Howard Smith - Bengals 2025 Inspire Change Changemaker

Week 15 vs. Ravens

Claira Luedtke - Site Coordinator for Communities in Schools

Claira Luedtke - Site Coordinator for Communities in Schools

Week 12 vs. Patriots

Sgt. Chris Macklin - Army Veteran & Community Advocate

Sgt. Chris Macklin - Army Veteran & Community Advocate

Week 9 vs. Bears

Alexis Mundy - Captain, Cincinnati Fire Department

Alexis Mundy - Captain, Cincinnati Fire Department

Week 8 vs. Jets

Deuce Bauer - Heart Saver Hero Award Winner

Deuce Bauer - Heart Saver Hero Award Winner

Week 7 vs. Steelers

Steve Weimer, Kim Faris - Cancer Survivors and Community Advocates

Steve Weimer, Kim Faris - Cancer Survivors and Community Advocates

Week 5 vs. Lions

Henry Karamanoukian, Board Member at Freestore Foodbank

Henry Karamanoukian, Board Member at Freestore Foodbank

Week 2 vs Jaguars

Josh Hardin, District Athletic Director at CPS

Josh Hardin, District Athletic Director at CPS

Preseason Week 3 vs Colts

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