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Zac Taylor addresses Bengals' offensive line issues after preseason win

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Last updated Aug 14, 2026

Zac Taylor addresses Bengals' offensive line issues after preseason win

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The Cincinnati Bengals won their first preseason game against the Detroit Lions, 16-14, on August 14. Joe Burrow took snaps as the starters played the initial series, but the offensive line struggled to protect him, allowing pressure on 28.6% of his dropbacks. Bengals head coach Zac Taylor expressed concerns about the line's performance, indicating a need for improvement. Despite the offensive woes, Taylor remains optimistic about the ongoing development of the team’s offensive line. The Bengals aim to bolster Burrow's protection ahead of the regular season.

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•Bengals defeat Lions, 16-14, in preseason opener
•Joe Burrow faces significant pressure from Detroit defense
•Zac Taylor emphasizes need for offensive line improvement
•Burrow expresses excitement about the return of football
•Cincinnati hopes to strengthen offensive line before regular season starts

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11:10 PMYahoo Sports — Zac Taylor Sends Strong Message on Bengals’ Inability to Protect Joe Burrow

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The Cincinnati Bengals were able to come away with a 16-14 win over the Detroit Lions in the first preseason game of the year.The starters played the first few series, with quarterback Joe Burrow getting some needed reps. The team was able to hold on to get the victory despite an inconsistent effort from the […] The post Zac Taylor Sends Strong Message on Bengals’ Inability to Protect Joe Burrow appeared first on HEAVY.
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Yahoo SportsAug 14, 2026, 11:10 PM
Zac Taylor Sends Strong Message on Bengals’ Inability to Protect Joe Burrow
The Cincinnati Bengals were able to come away with a 16-14 win over the Detroit Lions in the first preseason game of the year.The starters played the first few series, with quarterback Joe Burrow getting some needed reps. The team was able to hold on to get the victory despite an inconsistent effort from the […] The post Zac Taylor Sends Strong Message on Bengals’ Inability to Protect Joe Burrow appeared first on HEAVY.

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