Bengals optimistic as training camp begins with player contracts in focus
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 28, 2026, 10:00 AM
Last updated Jul 28, 2026
Cincinnati Bengals head coach Zac Taylor addressed the media on July 27, 2026, as the team prepares for training camp. Optimism is high in the locker room, particularly with Joe Burrow adopting a more vocal leadership role. Discussions surrounding contract negotiations for cornerbacks DJ Turner II and Dax Hill, along with running back Chase Brown, are ongoing. Taylor emphasized the need for the team to translate its offseason momentum into results on the field, especially following a successful run game last season. The Bengals aim to build on their performance as they head into the 2026 season.
- •Bengals kickoff training camp amid high expectations.
- •Joe Burrow commits to a more vocal leadership role.
- •Contract negotiations ongoing for key players DJ Turner II, Dax Hill, and Chase Brown.
- •Zac Taylor stresses the importance of converting offseason progress into results.
- •Bengals hope to build on successful run game from last season.
- 10:00 AMYahoo Sports — Bengals News: Motivation
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