We’re getting closer and closer to NFL free agency, and the Cincinnati Bengals have 16 players with expiring contracts. Who will re-sign with the team, and who will leave when the 2026 league year begins?

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This NFL offseason could be weird. But the Bengals could also take advantage.

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In the 2025 season, the Cincinnati Bengals disappointed as they went 6-11 and missed the postseason for the third consecutive year. That did not stop Bengals players from sharing their opinions and making headlines.

CINCINNATI — ESPN's Field Yates dropped his first 2026 mock draft since Week 14 of last season on Wednesday, and the Bengals landed a massive value pick at No. 10. He had Miami (FL) edge rusher Rueben Bain heading to Cincinnati with their first selection.

This offseason, the Cincinnati Bengals have a very clear plan: improve the defense. While the safety and cornerback room could use some help, and the linebackers and interior defensive line could use improvement,

The Cincinnati Bengals’ 2025 season was disappointing, as they missed the postseason with a 6-11 record. Bengals fans will now look to the offseason and hope necessary changes are made to produce a better team next season.