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There will be some new faces -- and new numbers -- out on the field for the Cincinnati Bengals next season. The Bengals added several new players in free agency so far this offseason, including running back Samaje Perine, linebacker Oren Burks and defensive tackle T.J.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / April 16

Cincinnati Bengals Announce Jersey Numbers for Free Agents and New Numbers for Some Returning Players

CINCINNATI – The Cincinnati Bengals announced the jersey numbers for the players they signed in free agency today. Several players who were on the 2024 team have elected to switch numbers in 2025.

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Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / March 13

'I've Always Wanted To Come Back' - Samaje Perine Discusses Return To Cincinnati, Role He Expects To Play

Samaje Perine is back with the Bengals on a two-year, $3.5 million deal and he met with the media to discuss the reunion on Thursday. The veteran running back played for Cincinnati from 2019-22 before suiting up for the Broncos and Chiefs over the past two seasons.

NFL News / Yardbarker

Ranking all 32 of the NFL's current QB situations

With an established top tier and some young options revealing themselves last season, here is a look at where clubs' QB depth charts stand. Contracts and long-term outlooks do not factor in here; these rankings apply only to 2025 on-field capabilities.

Insider shares big Brock Purdy update ahead of start of offseason program

Did latest development change Steelers' opinion of Aaron Rodgers?

Former GM, NFL insider warn Steelers about Rodgers after latest comments

Browns' Joe Flacco discusses when teams should play young quarterbacks

Three potential landing spots for Eagles TE Dallas Goedert

NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / March 10

Bengals reunite with veteran RB after Chiefs stint

The Cincinnati Bengals finished 9-8 in 2024, missing the playoffs for the second straight season. The Bengals have been busy this offseason, continuing extension talks with Ja’Marr Chase and franchise tagging fellow wideout Tee Higgins.

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Browns, Texans, Titans all receiving trade interest at top of second round

Possible landing spot for Shedeur Sanders apparently not a realistic option

Watch: Hall of Famer allows Titans' Cam Ward to wear retired No. 1 jersey

What QB Jaxson Dart means for Brian Daboll, Joe Schoen's Giants futures

NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / March 10

Bengals to sign RB Samaje Perine, LB Oren Burks

The Bengals are reuniting with a familiar face.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Total Apex Sports / March 10

Former Kansas City Chiefs Finding New Homes

On the first day of the NFL Free Agency, the Kansas City Chiefs have not only acquired a few players of their own but have also lost some today as well.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Arrowhead Addict / March 10

It turns out Samaje Perine didn't reset the free-agent market after all

Samaje Perine signed two contracts on Monday. The former, the fake one, was unfortunately quite a bit more than the latter, which happened to be real.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Arrowhead Pride / March 7

A free agent for each of the Chiefs’ offensive positions

Which offensive free agents should Kansas City be considering next week? NFL free agency begins with the “legal tampering period” on Monday — and gets into full swing when the new league year begins on Wednesday.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Arrowhead Addict / February 17

Chiefs free agent profile: Should the Chiefs bring back Samaje Perine?

Shortly before the 2024 NFL season began, Kansas City Chiefs general manager Brett Veach went to work with an unexpected hustle shortly after active roster cuts were due for all 32 teams.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Larry Brown Sports / February 12

Samaje Perine shares reason Patrick Mahomes appeared to snub him

A video that went viral during Super Bowl LIX sparked speculation that Patrick Mahomes was upset with Samaje Perine, but the veteran running back insists that was not the case.

Kansas City Chiefs News / The Spun / February 11

Samaje Perine Reacts To Getting 'Snubbed' By Patrick Mahomes On Sideline

Samaje Perine addressed a Super Bowl 59 sideline moment taken out of context. At the end of Sunday's loss to the Philadelphia Eagles, Mahomes dapped up his Kansas City Chiefs teammates on the bench.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Arrowhead Addict / February 11

3 overlooked Chiefs players Kansas City needs to retain for 2025

The Kansas City Chiefs are in a rare spot atop the NFL hierarchy. On both sides of the ball, the Chiefs possess some of the greatest stars in the current league landscape.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / February 10

Patrick Mahomes Skips Samaje Perine in Awkward Moment During Super Bowl LIX

The Chiefs came up short in their quest to become the first team to win three-straight Super Bowl Championships on Sunday night. The Eagles beat the Chiefs 44-22.

NFL News / The 33rd Team / February 4

Stop Blaming The Referees for Kansas City Chiefs' Recent Success

You’re better than that. Or at least you should be better than that. That’s my message to everyone who continues to blame the officiating for the success the Kansas City Chiefs have enjoyed in recent years.

NFL News / Arrowhead Addict / January 28

Bengals' fans hated the way the Chiefs clinched the AFC Championship

The Kansas City Chiefs are on their way to New Orleans to participate in Super Bowl LIX and to try and be the first-ever team to three-peat as Super Bowl champions.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / December 25

Samaje Perine Is Fulfilling a Familiar Role for Chiefs Down the Stretch

Over the years, the Kansas City Chiefs have learned that no contribution is too small in a championship-winning campaign. Regardless of role or rank on the depth chart, being able to chip in a valuable play or two down the stretch of a season can make a huge difference.

Kansas City Chiefs News / A to Z Sports / November 8

'Pop is the heartbeat of the team' - Samaje Perine discusses the dynamic of the Chiefs' RB room

It's still weird to say, but the Kansas City Chiefs' offense has revolved around the running game in 2024. It's not that the Chiefs are necessarily a run-first

Kansas City Chiefs News / Yardbarker / September 16

Chiefs HC says this RB must step up with Isiah Pacheco injured

The Kansas City Chiefs backfield is incredibly thin after bell-cow running back Isiah Pacheco fractured his fibula in a win over the Cincinnati Bengals on Sunday.

Chiefs RB Isiah Pacheco suffers 'major' ankle injury

Chiefs' Isiah Pacheco leaves in walking boot after suffering injury vs. Bengals

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NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / August 28

Chiefs add veteran running back to active roster

Facing some questions behind starter Isiah Pacheco, the Chiefs will add a player one of their division rivals just discarded.

Denver Broncos News / Larry Brown Sports / August 26

Broncos moving on from ex-Bengals RB

He will ultimately spend one year with the Broncos, where he was used primarily as a receiving back with 50 catches for 455 yards.

Broncos backup QB offers candid reply about losing starting job to rookie Bo Nix

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Denver Broncos News / Pro Football Rumors / August 26

Broncos to part ways with veteran RB, team engaged in trade talks

Samaje Perine will not return to the Broncos. The team added multiple backs this offseason, and its primary passing-down option from 2023 is no longer part of the plan.

Broncos backup QB offers candid reply about losing starting job to rookie Bo Nix

Zach Wilson lights it up in Broncos’ preseason finale

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Denver Broncos News / Denver Broncos on SI / June 26

Broncos Highly-Paid RB Could be On the Roster Bubble

Considering all the additions the Denver Broncos have made to the running back room, Samaje Perine should be sweating. His spot on the roster is in jeopardy for two reasons: team finances and his play.

Denver Broncos News / Yardbarker / September 3, 2023

Why Broncos RB Samaje Perine could thrive in Sean Payton's offense

Denver Broncos RB Samaje Perine could be in a for a sneaky-good season in HC Sean Payton's offense.

Broncos reunite Russell Wilson with former Seahawks receiver

Could Broncos HC Sean Payton bench Russell Wilson in favor of Jarrett Stidham after preseason performance?

Saints reset with Derek Carr running the show

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NFL News / Yardbarker / March 15, 2023

Why Broncos need another RB despite early free-agent signing

The Broncos added some running back depth during free agency, but they need reinforcements.

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Denver Broncos should take the plunge and trade WR Courtland Sutton

Broncos beef up OL to give Russell Wilson more protection

Cincinnati Bengals News / Yardbarker / February 9, 2023

A surprise headlines potential cuts by Bengals

The Bengals seem to be in a good spot heading into the offseason with a projected $35.73 million in cap space. However, things could get tricky once they pay QB Joe Burrow.

Could the Cincinnati Bengals trade top offensive weapon?

Where does WR A.J. Green rank in Bengals history?

Newly-retired A.J. Green has an intriguing case to make to the NFL Hall of Fame

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