Bengals confirm starters will play in preseason opener against Lions
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 6, 2026, 9:01 PM
Last updated Aug 6, 2026
The Bengals will start their preseason schedule against the Lions next Thursday. Head coach Zac Taylor announced at a press conference that the starters, including Joe Burrow and Ja'Marr Chase, will see playing time. This approach follows a strategy implemented last summer, which saw the Bengals field their top players early in preseason games to build momentum for the regular season. Last year, this strategy yielded a strong start but ultimately led to a disappointing season after Burrow's injury.
- •Bengals kickoff preseason against the Lions next Thursday.
- •Zac Taylor confirms starters will see action during the game.
- •Strategy aims to enhance regular season readiness.
- •Last year's approach resulted in early season success before injuries impacted performance.
- 9:01 PMYahoo Sports — Bengals’ Zac Taylor reveals plan for starters in first preseason game
- 2:15 PMYahoo Sports — Bengals plan to play starters in their preseason opener
"The Bengals will kick off their preseason schedule next Thursday and head coach Zac Taylor shared some of his plans for that game against the Lions at a Thursday press conference.
"The Bengals throw out a hint about what to expect from Joe Burrow and the starters in preseason Week 1.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 6, 2026, 9:01 PMBengals’ Zac Taylor reveals plan for starters in first preseason game
The Bengals throw out a hint about what to expect from Joe Burrow and the starters in preseason Week 1.
- Yahoo SportsAug 6, 2026, 2:15 PMBengals plan to play starters in their preseason opener
The Bengals will kick off their preseason schedule next Thursday and head coach Zac Taylor shared some of his plans for that game against the Lions at a Thursday press conference.
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