Bengals prepare for 2026 matchup against Commanders on Monday Night Football
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 11, 2026, 10:12 AM
Last updated Jul 11, 2026
The Cincinnati Bengals will face the Washington Commanders in Week 11 of the 2026 NFL season. Both teams aim to return to the playoffs this year. Pro Football Focus included two Bengals defenders among the top 10 second-year players expected to perform well. The Bengals also recently made a significant investment in free agent Bryan Cook, addressing a key area of concern. Meanwhile, there is attention on the tight end position, with no Bengals player ranked in ESPN's survey of NFL executives.
- •Bengals face Commanders in Week 11 on Monday Night Football.
- •Both teams are looking to reach the playoffs in 2026.
- •Two Bengals defenders recognized as top second-year players by PFF.
- •Free agent Bryan Cook signed to address defensive needs.
- •No tight end from the Bengals ranked by ESPN's survey.
- 10:12 AMYahoo Sports — Bengals News (7/10): Commanding Respect
"Both the Bengals and the Commanders are looking to get back to the playoffs in 2026. They face off this year, too.
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