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[[File:Cincinnati Bengals Uniforms (2024).png|thumb]] [[File:Bob Trumpy 1969.jpg|thumb]] [[File:Bob Johnson 1969.jpg|thumb]] [[File:Riverfront Stadium in Cincinnati, Ohio.jpg|thumb]] {{Infobox NFL team
{{Infobox NFL team
| name = Cincinnati Bengals
| name = Cincinnati Bengals
| current = 2023 Cincinnati Bengals season
| logo = <!-- Image link here -->
| logo = Cincinnati Bengals logo.svg
| founded = 1967
| wordmark = Cincinnati Bengals wordmark.svg
| city = Cincinnati, Ohio
| first_season = 1968
| stadium = Paycor Stadium
| city = [[Cincinnati]], [[Ohio]]
| colors = Black, Orange, White
| misc =
| coach = Zac Taylor
| uniform = File:CIN-Uniform-2021.png
| owner = Mike Brown
| colors = Black, orange, white
| championships = 0
| coach = [[Zac Taylor]]
| conference_titles = 3 (1981, 1988, 2021)
| owner = [[Mike Brown (American football executive)|Mike Brown]]
| division_titles = 11 (1970, 1973, 1981, 1988, 1990, 2005, 2009, 2013, 2015, 2021, 2022)
| ceo = [[Mike Brown (American football executive)|Mike Brown]]
| general manager = [[Duke Tobin]]
| nicknames = The Bengals, The Jungle Cats
| hist_yr = 1968
| hist_misc =
| no_league_champs = 0
| no_sb_champs = 0
| no_conf_champs = 3
| no_div_champs = 10
| playoff_appearances =
| no_playoff_appearances = 15
| stadium_years =
| hist_yr2 = 1968
| hist_misc2 = [[American Football League|AFL]] (1968–1969)
| hist_yr3 = 1970
| hist_misc3 = [[National Football League|NFL]] (1970–present)
| hist_yr4 = 1970
| hist_misc4 = [[AFC Central]] (1970–2001)
| hist_yr5 = 2002
| hist_misc5 = [[AFC North]] (2002–present)
| no_div_champs = 10
| no_conf_champs = 3
| no_sb_champs = 0
| no_league_champs = 0
| playoff_appearances =
| no_playoff_appearances = 15
| stadium_years =
| hist_yr2 = 1968
| hist_misc2 = [[American Football League|AFL]] (1968–1969)
| hist_yr3 = 1970
| hist_misc3 = [[National Football League|NFL]] (1970–present)
| hist_yr4 = 1970
| hist_misc4 = [[AFC Central]] (1970–2001)
| hist_yr5 = 2002
| hist_misc5 = [[AFC North]] (2002–present)
}}
}}


The '''Cincinnati Bengals''' are a professional [[American football]] team based in [[Cincinnati]], [[Ohio]]. They are a member of the [[AFC North]] division in the [[National Football League]] (NFL). The team was established in 1968 as a member of the [[American Football League]] (AFL) before the AFL-NFL merger in 1970. The Bengals have made three appearances in the [[Super Bowl]], but have yet to secure a championship.
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 1968 by former [[Cleveland Browns]] head coach [[Paul Brown]]. The team joined the AFL as an expansion team and became part of the NFL when the two leagues merged in 1970. The Bengals' early years were marked by moderate success, including a playoff appearance in their third season.
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.


===1970s and 1980s===
===1980s Success===
The Bengals experienced their first major success in the 1981 season, reaching [[Super Bowl XVI]] under the leadership of head coach [[Forrest Gregg]] and quarterback [[Ken Anderson (quarterback)|Ken Anderson]]. They returned to the Super Bowl in the 1988 season, led by head coach [[Sam Wyche]] and quarterback [[Boomer Esiason]], but were defeated in [[Super Bowl XXIII]] by the [[San Francisco 49ers]].
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 and 2000s===
===1990s Struggles===
The 1990s were a challenging period for the Bengals, marked by numerous losing seasons. The team struggled to find consistent success until the arrival of head coach [[Marvin Lewis]] in 2003. Under Lewis, the Bengals made several playoff appearances, including a division title in 2005.
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.


===2010s to Present===
===2000s Resurgence===
The Bengals continued to build on their success in the 2010s, with multiple playoff appearances. In 2021, under head coach [[Zac Taylor]], the Bengals reached [[Super Bowl LVI]], but were defeated by the [[Los Angeles Rams]].
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 approximately 65,515.
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 several teams, including the [[Pittsburgh Steelers]], [[Cleveland Browns]], and [[Baltimore Ravens]]. These rivalries are particularly intense within the AFC North division.
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==
Some of the most notable players in Bengals history include:
Over the years, the Bengals have had several notable players, including:
* [[Ken Anderson (quarterback)|Ken Anderson]]
* [[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
* [[Anthony Muñoz]]
* [[A.J. Green]] - Wide Receiver, 2011-2020
* [[A.J. Green]]
* [[Joe Burrow]] - Quarterback, 2020-present
* [[Carson Palmer]]
 
==Coaching Staff==
The current head coach of the Bengals is [[Zac Taylor]], who has been with the team since 2019. The team's general manager is [[Duke Tobin]], and the owner is [[Mike Brown (American football executive)|Mike Brown]].


==Related Pages==
==Also see==
* [[American Football Conference]]
* [[National Football League]]
* [[National Football League]]
* [[American Football League]]
* [[AFC North]]
* [[Super Bowl]]
* [[Super Bowl]]
* [[Cleveland Browns]]
* [[Cleveland Browns]]
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* [[Baltimore Ravens]]
* [[Baltimore Ravens]]


==References==
{{Cincinnati Bengals}}
{{Reflist}}
 
==External Links==
{{NFL team}}


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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:

Also see[edit]


Cincinnati Bengals
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