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Bengals Overhaul Preseason by Deploying Burrow and Starters in Early Games

Taylor insists live-game reps will accelerate offensive rhythm to prevent the slow starts that cost the team playoff berths.

Jul 25, 2025; Cincinnati, OH, USA; Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow (9) looks to throw during training camp practice. Mandatory Credit: Kareem Elgazzar-Imagn Images/File Photo
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Overview

  • Taylor confirmed Burrow and core starters will play multiple series in the preseason opener against the Eagles on Aug. 7 and expect increased snaps in the Aug. 18 game against the Commanders.
  • Key veterans including B.J. Hill, Trey Hendrickson, Dax Hill, Cam Taylor-Britt, Mike Gesicki and Noah Fant will sit out the opener to manage injury risk.
  • The revised strategy aims to address Cincinnati’s recurring 0-2 season starts and back-to-back 9-8 finishes that left the team out of the playoffs.
  • Former quarterback Boomer Esiason suggested that playing Burrow early in the preseason would help him adapt more quickly to regular-season pressures.
  • The Bengals will wrap up their three-game slate with a home matchup against the Indianapolis Colts on Aug. 23.