The Cincinnati Bengals are changing their philosophy on starters playing in preseason after six consecutive slow starts.

Early in the offseason, Joe Burrow made it clear that he wanted to see the Bengals reward Ja'Marr Chase, Tee Higgins, Mike Gesicki, and Trey Hendrickson with new contracts.

Burrow was near the league lead, third at his position, and third overall in the NFL, with 372.9 fantasy points (21.9 per game). In his best game of the season -- Week 17 against the Denver Broncos -- Burrow finished with 37.0 fantasy points. His stat line: 39-of-49 (79.6%), 412 yards, 3 TDs, 0 INTs; 4 carries, 25 yards, 1 TD.

Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow made a tongue-in-cheek suggestion for the NFL to give Cincinnati a home night game vs. the Ravens in 2026.

Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow gave his thoughts on the ongoing contract dispute between the Bengals and Pro Bowl defensive end Trey Hendrickson.

Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow is one step closer to getting his wish. In the past, Burrow has indicated that he might like to play flag football at the Olympics, provided that becomes a thing for the sport that is currently enjoying an explosion in popularity.

After Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins signed their respective new contracts with the Bengals in March, both players credited quarterback Joe Burrow for helping the deals get done.