Bengals retain Zac Taylor amid playoff struggles ahead of 2026 season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 16, 2026, 3:33 AM
Last updated Jun 16, 2026
The Cincinnati Bengals have decided to retain head coach Zac Taylor for the upcoming 2026 season despite missing the playoffs for three consecutive years. Taylor, who has a contract through 2027, is under significant pressure following a disappointing 6-11 season in 2025. Bengals executive vice president Katie Blackburn affirmed the organization's support for Taylor, emphasizing the need for improved results in 2026 given the roster changes and investments made during the offseason. The Bengals open their season against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on September 13 at Paycor Stadium.
- •Bengals missed playoffs for three straight seasons.
- •Zac Taylor enters the 2026 season with full support from ownership.
- •Cincinnati has made substantial roster improvements this offseason.
- •Bengals face a favorable schedule, starting against the Buccaneers.
- •Taylor is now the longest-tenured head coach in the AFC North.
- 3:33 AMYahoo Sports — Bengals Send Clear Message on Zac Taylor’s Future
"Despite three straight playoff misses, the Cincinnati Bengals retained head coach Zac Taylor, who now faces a win or bust season.
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