Bengals News (2/9): Super Bowl Sunday

The end of the season is finally here.

Willie Anderson Denied Hall Induction, But Top 7 Finish Nets Another Finals Berth
In losing what appeared to be an excruciatingly tight election, Bengals Ring of Honor member Willie Anderson came as close as ever to being selected to the Pro Football Hall of Fame Thursday night in his fourth trip to the finals.

Joe Burrow isn’t just pressuring Bengals about contracts publicly
“League executives are well aware of the public pressure Joe Burrow has been applying to the Bengals since the season ended — and it has continued this week at Radio Row in New Orleans. Burrow has made it clear, both privately and publicly, that the team must do whatever it takes to keep its core intact. There’s frustration over key players leaving, and he wants to see Tee Higgins, Ja’Marr Chase, Trey Hendrickson, and Mike Gesicki all taken care of.”

Video: Bengals’ Joe Burrow Shouts Out Caitlin Clark, Plans to Attend 2025 Fever Game
“Shoutout Caitlin Clark, she’s always fun to watch,” Burrow told reporters. “I think she’s bringing a lot of fans to the WNBA. She’s going to continue to get better. She’s an hour and a half from Cincy, so I’ll have to go and make the trip.”

Former Bengals safety, longtime NFL coach passes away
Before his coaching career, Jauron played as a safety in the NFL for eight seasons. He was drafted by the Detroit Lions in the fourth round of the 1973 NFL Draft after playing running back at Yale. Jauron was named to the Pro Bowl in 1974 during his time with the Lions and also played for the Cincinnati Bengals from 1978 to 1980. He appeared in 42 games, including 29 starts, and made 11 interceptions. That ranks 22nd on the franchise’s all-time list.

Bengals: Insider expects ‘strong trade interest’ for Trey Hendrickson
As one league source predicts, “Maxx, Myles and Trey will all be tied up in [trade] talks.” The expectation is Crosby and Hendrickson will get strong trade interest if their respective teams decide to entertain calls.

Bears blockbuster trade proposal adds Bengals projected $59 million superstar | Sporting News
The Chicago Bears have high hopes for the 2025 season. Caleb Williams will be looking to take a step forward in his second NFL season, and the team will have a new head coach in Ben Johnson. The team also has around $63 million to spend in free agency to try and upgrade the roster around their young quarterback.

New England Patriots Named Top Trade Fit for Bengals Star Pass Rusher
With that in mind, New England has been mentioned as a possible trade suitor for Myles Garrett. However, there are a lot of teams who will pursue Garrett. He’s also going to cost a lot to bring in.