Bengals shift offensive strategy at training camp under Zac Taylor
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 4, 2026, 3:00 AM
Last updated Aug 4, 2026
The Cincinnati Bengals are showing significant changes in their offensive approach during training camp, with quarterback Joe Burrow lining up under center and utilizing pre-snap motion. These adjustments, including the deployment of multiple tight ends, represent a departure from the previous heavy shotgun strategy. Last season, the Bengals ranked 19th in motion usage and last in play-action rate, but are now seeking to increase these metrics to enhance their offense. As training camp progresses, the effectiveness of these new strategies will be closely monitored.
- •Joe Burrow is lining up under center in training camp.
- •The Bengals are increasing their use of pre-snap motion and play-action.
- •Cincinnati had ranked last in play-action rate last season.
- •The strategy parallels successful offenses across the league.
- •Coaching influences from Zac Taylor's background are becoming evident.
- 3:00 AMYahoo Sports — Bengals Training Camp Reveals Major Offensive Changes Under Zac Taylor
"Joe Burrow is ditching the shotgun as Cincinnati embraces heavy motion and play-action, signals of a schematic evolution designed to transform their star-studded unit into a juggernaut.
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