Bengals, Bears' joint practice sees scuffle over contact with Joe Burrow

During a joint practice on August 20, 2026, between the Cincinnati Bengals and Chicago Bears, a scuffle broke out following contact made by Bears defender Dayo Odeyingbo with Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow. The incident occurred when Odeyingbo held onto Burrow’s jersey, instigating a confrontation but it did not escalate. Wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase reacted strongly, emphasizing the need to protect Burrow, while Burrow downplayed the situation, stating that 'sh*t happens.' The incident highlights the tensions that can arise in joint practices, particularly regarding players' safety.

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