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| name = Cincinnati Bengals | | name = Cincinnati Bengals | ||
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| logo = | | founded = 1967 | ||
| | | city = Cincinnati, Ohio | ||
| stadium = Paycor Stadium | |||
| city = | | colors = Black, Orange, White | ||
| coach = Zac Taylor | |||
| | | owner = Mike Brown | ||
| colors = Black, | | championships = 0 | ||
| coach = | | conference_titles = 3 (1981, 1988, 2021) | ||
| owner = | | division_titles = 11 (1970, 1973, 1981, 1988, 1990, 2005, 2009, 2013, 2015, 2021, 2022) | ||
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The '''Cincinnati Bengals''' are a professional [[American football]] team based in [[Cincinnati | The '''Cincinnati Bengals''' are a professional [[American football]] team based in [[Cincinnati, Ohio]]. They are a member of the [[American Football Conference]] (AFC) North division in the [[National Football League]] (NFL). The team was established in 1967 by former Cleveland Browns head coach [[Paul Brown]], who was also the team's first head coach. | ||
==History== | ==History== | ||
The Cincinnati Bengals were founded in | The Cincinnati Bengals were founded in 1967 as a member of the American Football League (AFL) by Paul Brown. The team began play in the 1968 season and joined the NFL in 1970 as part of the AFL-NFL merger. The Bengals' early years were marked by moderate success, with the team reaching the playoffs in 1970, 1973, and 1975. | ||
=== | ===1980s Success=== | ||
The Bengals experienced | The Bengals experienced significant success in the 1980s, reaching the [[Super Bowl]] twice. In the 1981 season, led by quarterback [[Ken Anderson]] and head coach [[Forrest Gregg]], the Bengals reached Super Bowl XVI but were defeated by the [[San Francisco 49ers]]. The team returned to the Super Bowl in the 1988 season under head coach [[Sam Wyche]] and quarterback [[Boomer Esiason]], but again lost to the 49ers in Super Bowl XXIII. | ||
===1990s | ===1990s Struggles=== | ||
The 1990s were a challenging | The 1990s were a challenging decade for the Bengals, marked by a lack of playoff appearances and several losing seasons. The team struggled to find consistent success on the field, leading to frequent changes in coaching staff and management. | ||
=== | ===2000s Resurgence=== | ||
The Bengals | The Bengals began to show signs of improvement in the 2000s under head coach [[Marvin Lewis]], who took over in 2003. The team won the AFC North division title in 2005, their first division title since 1990, and made several playoff appearances throughout the decade. | ||
===Recent Years=== | |||
In recent years, the Bengals have continued to build a competitive team. Under head coach [[Zac Taylor]], the Bengals reached the Super Bowl for the third time in the 2021 season, but were defeated by the [[Los Angeles Rams]] in Super Bowl LVI. | |||
==Stadium== | ==Stadium== | ||
The Bengals play their home games at [[Paycor Stadium]], located in downtown Cincinnati. The stadium, originally named Paul Brown Stadium, opened in 2000 and has a seating capacity of | The Bengals play their home games at [[Paycor Stadium]], located in downtown Cincinnati. The stadium, originally named Paul Brown Stadium, opened in 2000 and has a seating capacity of over 65,000. | ||
==Rivalries== | ==Rivalries== | ||
The Bengals have notable rivalries with | The Bengals have several notable rivalries, particularly with other teams in the AFC North. Their primary rivals include the [[Pittsburgh Steelers]], [[Cleveland Browns]], and [[Baltimore Ravens]]. These rivalries are characterized by intense and competitive matchups. | ||
==Notable Players== | ==Notable Players== | ||
Over the years, the Bengals have had several notable players, including: | |||
* [[ | * [[Ken Anderson]] - Quarterback, 1971-1986 | ||
* [[Boomer Esiason]] | * [[Boomer Esiason]] - Quarterback, 1984-1992, 1997 | ||
* [[Chad Johnson]] | * [[Chad Johnson]] (also known as Chad Ochocinco) - Wide Receiver, 2001-2010 | ||
* [[A.J. Green]] - Wide Receiver, 2011-2020 | |||
* [[A.J. Green]] | * [[Joe Burrow]] - Quarterback, 2020-present | ||
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== | ==Also see== | ||
* [[American Football Conference]] | |||
* [[National Football League]] | * [[National Football League]] | ||
* [[Super Bowl]] | * [[Super Bowl]] | ||
* [[Cleveland Browns]] | * [[Cleveland Browns]] | ||
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* [[Baltimore Ravens]] | * [[Baltimore Ravens]] | ||
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[[Category:National Football League teams]] | [[Category:National Football League teams]] | ||
[[Category:Sports in Cincinnati]] | [[Category:Sports in Cincinnati, Ohio]] | ||
[[Category:American football teams | [[Category:American football teams established in 1967]] | ||
Latest revision as of 15:32, 9 December 2024




The Cincinnati Bengals are a professional American football team based in Cincinnati, Ohio. They are a member of the American Football Conference (AFC) North division in the National Football League (NFL). The team was established in 1967 by former Cleveland Browns head coach Paul Brown, who was also the team's first head coach.
History[edit]
The Cincinnati Bengals were founded in 1967 as a member of the American Football League (AFL) by Paul Brown. The team began play in the 1968 season and joined the NFL in 1970 as part of the AFL-NFL merger. The Bengals' early years were marked by moderate success, with the team reaching the playoffs in 1970, 1973, and 1975.
1980s Success[edit]
The Bengals experienced significant success in the 1980s, reaching the Super Bowl twice. In the 1981 season, led by quarterback Ken Anderson and head coach Forrest Gregg, the Bengals reached Super Bowl XVI but were defeated by the San Francisco 49ers. The team returned to the Super Bowl in the 1988 season under head coach Sam Wyche and quarterback Boomer Esiason, but again lost to the 49ers in Super Bowl XXIII.
1990s Struggles[edit]
The 1990s were a challenging decade for the Bengals, marked by a lack of playoff appearances and several losing seasons. The team struggled to find consistent success on the field, leading to frequent changes in coaching staff and management.
2000s Resurgence[edit]
The Bengals began to show signs of improvement in the 2000s under head coach Marvin Lewis, who took over in 2003. The team won the AFC North division title in 2005, their first division title since 1990, and made several playoff appearances throughout the decade.
Recent Years[edit]
In recent years, the Bengals have continued to build a competitive team. Under head coach Zac Taylor, the Bengals reached the Super Bowl for the third time in the 2021 season, but were defeated by the Los Angeles Rams in Super Bowl LVI.
Stadium[edit]
The Bengals play their home games at Paycor Stadium, located in downtown Cincinnati. The stadium, originally named Paul Brown Stadium, opened in 2000 and has a seating capacity of over 65,000.
Rivalries[edit]
The Bengals have several notable rivalries, particularly with other teams in the AFC North. Their primary rivals include the Pittsburgh Steelers, Cleveland Browns, and Baltimore Ravens. These rivalries are characterized by intense and competitive matchups.
Notable Players[edit]
Over the years, the Bengals have had several notable players, including:
- Ken Anderson - Quarterback, 1971-1986
- Boomer Esiason - Quarterback, 1984-1992, 1997
- Chad Johnson (also known as Chad Ochocinco) - Wide Receiver, 2001-2010
- A.J. Green - Wide Receiver, 2011-2020
- Joe Burrow - Quarterback, 2020-present
Also see[edit]
- American Football Conference
- National Football League
- Super Bowl
- Cleveland Browns
- Pittsburgh Steelers
- Baltimore Ravens
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