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Bengals begin preseason with narrow win; Brown criticized for play

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Last updated Aug 14, 2026

Bengals begin preseason with narrow win; Brown criticized for play

Summary

The Cincinnati Bengals commenced their 2026 preseason with a 16-14 victory against the Detroit Lions. The contest showcased new additions, including three-time Pro Bowl defensive lineman Dexter Lawrence, and highlighted emerging talent from this year’s rookie class. Despite the win, Bengals analyst Matt Fitzgerald spotlighted offensive lineman Orlando Brown Jr. for a poor performance, allowing an undrafted rookie to pressure quarterback Joe Burrow significantly. Concerns linger regarding Brown’s overall impact after a challenging previous season, as his recent extension raises expectations for improvement this year.

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By the Numbers

•Bengals win 16-14 against the Lions in their preseason opener.
•Orlando Brown Jr. criticized for failed block leading to Burrow's pressure.
•Burrow appears uninjured after being sacked during the game.
•Bengals' offensive line ranked 20th heading into the season by Pro Football Focus.
•Brown's contract extension raises performance expectations for the 2026 season.

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11:20 PMYahoo Sports — Bengals $119 Million Starter Called Out After Preseason Game

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Cincinnati Bengals football is officially back. The team kicked off its preseason with a 16-14 win over the Detroit Lions.The game featured the debut of some new players, like three-time Pro Bowl defensive lineman Dexter Lawrence, alongside some of the team’s exciting young players from this year’s rookie class.Unfortunately, while the team’s first preseason game […] The post Bengals $119 Million Starter Called Out After Preseason Game appeared first on HEAVY.
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