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JD Vance's Bengals visit sees players largely ignore him after practice

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 22, 2026, 6:19 AM

Last updated Oct 22, 2026

JD Vance's Bengals visit sees players largely ignore him after practice

Summary

Vice President JD Vance visited the Cincinnati Bengals on October 21 after attending a rally in Sharonville, Ohio. Video footage showed most players passing by without significant interaction, with tight end Drew Sample appearing to be the only one who briefly engaged with Vance. Quarterback Joe Burrow noted he did not meet Vance as the visit occurred early in practice. The Bengals, currently 3-2, prepare to face the 4-2 Ravens in Baltimore on Sunday.

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Key Details

•JD Vance visited the Bengals after a rally on October 21.
•Most players ignored Vance as they left practice.
•Drew Sample was the only player to shake hands with Vance.
•Joe Burrow learned of the visit after practice began.
•The Bengals will face the Ravens on Sunday.

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Vice President JD Vance visited his favorite NFL team, but the players’ reaction wasn’t what he expected. A new video captured the awkward moment Bengals players walked right past the VP after practice. How Cincinnati Bengals players interacted with the vice president Cincinnati Bengals players gave Vice President JD Vance a notably cold reception during […] The post JD Vance Meets His Favorite NFL Team, but Most Players Walk Past appeared first on Reality Tea.
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