Zac Taylor discusses timing of Bengals' Week 6 bye before Ravens matchup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 12, 2026, 8:11 PM
Last updated Oct 12, 2026
Bengals head coach Zac Taylor stated on October 12 that the team's Week 6 bye is well-timed before their crucial Week 7 game against the Ravens in Baltimore. He emphasized the opportunity to recover from injuries and regain energy after a demanding stretch of games. Taylor noted specific injuries to linebacker Swayze Bozeman and tight end Tanner Hudson, while quarterback Joe Burrow, who sustained a jammed thumb, appears to be fine. The Bengals are looking to bounce back and compete strongly in the upcoming divisional matchup.
- •Bengals coach Zac Taylor comments on the beneficial timing of their bye week.
- •Team prepares for a pivotal Week 7 game against the Ravens in Baltimore.
- •Injuries include Swayze Bozeman and Tanner Hudson; Burrow's thumb injury is not a concern.
- •Taylor highlights the importance of recovery after a taxing schedule.
- 8:11 PMYahoo Sports — Zac Taylor says Bengals' Week 6 bye couldn't come at a better time
"Bengals head coach Zac Taylor told reporters he thinks the team's Week 6 bye comes at a good time ahead of a key Week 7 divisional matchup.
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