Bengals promote Elizabeth and Caroline Blackburn to vice president roles

The Cincinnati Bengals announced the promotions of Elizabeth Blackburn and Caroline Blackburn to vice president positions during a media session on June 16, 2026. Previously, Elizabeth Blackburn served as the director of strategy and engagement. These internal promotions come amid significant roster and contract changes this offseason, including the Dexter Lawrence trade and Joe Burrow's contract restructure. The Bengals aim to modernize the team's approach, hinting at strategic shifts within the organization.

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