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Bengals schedule joint practice with Bears ahead of preseason game

3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 2, 2026, 10:35 PM

Last updated Jun 2, 2026

Bengals schedule joint practice with Bears ahead of preseason game

Summary

The Cincinnati Bengals will host a joint practice with the Chicago Bears on August 20, 2026, as both teams prepare for their preseason matchup on August 22. Bengals head coach Zac Taylor announced the practice, while the Bears have not yet confirmed it. Last year, the Bears engaged in similar joint practices with the Miami Dolphins and Buffalo Bills. The teams previously faced off in a thrilling regular-season game in 2025, ending 47-42 in favor of the Bears. Details on fan attendance for the practice will be shared soon.

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By the Numbers

•Bengals and Bears' joint practice set for August 20, 2026.
•Preseason game scheduled for August 22 at 6:00 p.m. CT.
•Bears hosted joint practices last year with Dolphins and Bills.
•Teams met in a close 2025 regular-season game, 47-42.

Latest Updates

10:35 PMYahoo Sports — Zac Taylor announces important landmark in Bengals' path to the 2026 season involving ascending NFL team
9:31 PMYahoo Sports — Bears to hold joint practice with Bengals this preseason
9:15 PMYahoo Sports — Cincinnati Bengals to host a joint practice with the Chicago Bears

What they're saying

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The Cincinnati Bengals will have a joint practice during the 2026 preseason. Head coach Zac Taylor revealed the Bengals will practice against the Chicago Bears leading up to their Week 2 preseason game.
— Yahoo Sports