Bengals create camaraderie with chess in locker room
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Last updated Aug 3, 2026
The Cincinnati Bengals, led by center Ted Karras, have introduced chess to their locker room culture. Karras brought a chessboard that has become a popular addition, fostering teamwork and strategic thinking among players. This initiative reflects the team’s commitment to building camaraderie ahead of the upcoming NFL season. As training camp progresses, players are integrating more team-building activities to enhance their on-field performance.
- •Ted Karras introduced a chessboard to the Bengals locker room.
- •Chess has become a hit among the players.
- •The team is focusing on camaraderie for the upcoming season.
- •Training camp activities aim to boost teamwork.
- 12:12 PMESPN — Joe Burrow, Bengals find camaraderie on unusual battlefield
"Center Ted Karras brought a chessboard into the locker room, and it has become a hit.
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