Ben Baby
@bbaby41.bsky.social
Covers the Bengals for ESPN. IG/Threads: @bbaby41
Story for ESPN on Trey Hendrickson, Joe Flacco and what to expect Sunday in Bengals-Steelers: www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/...
Bengals' Hendrickson, Stewart out vs. Steelers
The Bengals will be without edge rushers Trey Hendrickson and Shemar Stewart for Sunday's matchup with the Steelers in Pittsburgh, coach Zac Taylor said on Friday.
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November 14, 2025 at 11:04 PM
Story for ESPN on Trey Hendrickson, Joe Flacco and what to expect Sunday in Bengals-Steelers: www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/...
While not shocking given the demographic of folks that use Bluesky, still very notable that X is being lapped.
Battle is no longer between X vs. Threads vs. Bluesky.
It's Threads vs. Bluesky, IMO.
Battle is no longer between X vs. Threads vs. Bluesky.
It's Threads vs. Bluesky, IMO.
Bluesky has overtaken Twitter/X as the highest social engagement metric for the entire publication corpus of some universities.
Here's all the attention for all research from Rhodes University, ZA. In October 2025 Bluesky mentioned their research more than X/Twitter.
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Here's all the attention for all research from Rhodes University, ZA. In October 2025 Bluesky mentioned their research more than X/Twitter.
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November 2, 2025 at 2:10 PM
While not shocking given the demographic of folks that use Bluesky, still very notable that X is being lapped.
Battle is no longer between X vs. Threads vs. Bluesky.
It's Threads vs. Bluesky, IMO.
Battle is no longer between X vs. Threads vs. Bluesky.
It's Threads vs. Bluesky, IMO.
The Bengals know they need to get better at tackling and the numbers show why.
Through the first eight weeks, Cincinnati led the NFL in missed tackles on rushing plays, per Next Gen Stats.
Through the first eight weeks, Cincinnati led the NFL in missed tackles on rushing plays, per Next Gen Stats.
November 2, 2025 at 2:08 PM
The Bengals know they need to get better at tackling and the numbers show why.
Through the first eight weeks, Cincinnati led the NFL in missed tackles on rushing plays, per Next Gen Stats.
Through the first eight weeks, Cincinnati led the NFL in missed tackles on rushing plays, per Next Gen Stats.
Bengals place LB Shaka Heyward (fibula) and C Matt Lee (knee) on the injured reserve list, the team announced.
DT Mike Pennel was also released.
That leaves three openings on the team's 53-player roster.
DT Mike Pennel was also released.
That leaves three openings on the team's 53-player roster.
October 28, 2025 at 7:45 PM
Bengals place LB Shaka Heyward (fibula) and C Matt Lee (knee) on the injured reserve list, the team announced.
DT Mike Pennel was also released.
That leaves three openings on the team's 53-player roster.
DT Mike Pennel was also released.
That leaves three openings on the team's 53-player roster.
New | Tyrod Taylor was once Joe Flacco's back-up in Baltimore. Both have been starters in their careers.
But ahead of Sunday's Bengals-Jets game, they now hold a different distinction: Two of the NFL's most coveted back-up quarterbacks. www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/...
But ahead of Sunday's Bengals-Jets game, they now hold a different distinction: Two of the NFL's most coveted back-up quarterbacks. www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/...
Jets-Bengals could feature Taylor-Flacco reunion
Both QBs were part of the Ravens' 2012 Super Bowl team, and if Taylor gets the start Sunday, they could be facing off.
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October 25, 2025 at 2:16 PM
New | Tyrod Taylor was once Joe Flacco's back-up in Baltimore. Both have been starters in their careers.
But ahead of Sunday's Bengals-Jets game, they now hold a different distinction: Two of the NFL's most coveted back-up quarterbacks. www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/...
But ahead of Sunday's Bengals-Jets game, they now hold a different distinction: Two of the NFL's most coveted back-up quarterbacks. www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/...
This ALCS Game 7 is incredible to watch. Has been an awesome series.
October 21, 2025 at 1:50 AM
This ALCS Game 7 is incredible to watch. Has been an awesome series.
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This is from Doug Martin’s agent Brian Murphy on behalf of his family. It says he battled mental health challenges that “profoundly impacted his personal and professional life.” It also says his parents were trying to get him medical assistance.
October 21, 2025 at 1:04 AM
This is from Doug Martin’s agent Brian Murphy on behalf of his family. It says he battled mental health challenges that “profoundly impacted his personal and professional life.” It also says his parents were trying to get him medical assistance.
Wrote about that here: www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/...
So thoughts on Flacco?
October 7, 2025 at 8:56 PM
Wrote about that here: www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/...
I appreciate that.
I'm gonna be honest: It is extremely difficult balancing all three text-based apps, especially knowing each has very distinct donwsides and unknown upsides.
Still try to get here when I can out of respect to y'all who have followed.
I'm gonna be honest: It is extremely difficult balancing all three text-based apps, especially knowing each has very distinct donwsides and unknown upsides.
Still try to get here when I can out of respect to y'all who have followed.
Been missing your Bengals updates so far this season
October 7, 2025 at 8:43 PM
I appreciate that.
I'm gonna be honest: It is extremely difficult balancing all three text-based apps, especially knowing each has very distinct donwsides and unknown upsides.
Still try to get here when I can out of respect to y'all who have followed.
I'm gonna be honest: It is extremely difficult balancing all three text-based apps, especially knowing each has very distinct donwsides and unknown upsides.
Still try to get here when I can out of respect to y'all who have followed.
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New podcast: @bbaby41.bsky.social joins to break down a compelling Chiefs-Jaguars game! How much of a setback is this for the Chiefs? And what do we make of the Jaguars offense? youtu.be/qtK7p1zb3dg
Jaguars escape with a HARD-FOUGHT win vs. the Chiefs | The Bill Barnwell Show
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October 7, 2025 at 2:11 PM
New podcast: @bbaby41.bsky.social joins to break down a compelling Chiefs-Jaguars game! How much of a setback is this for the Chiefs? And what do we make of the Jaguars offense? youtu.be/qtK7p1zb3dg
Bengals coach Zac Taylor has "unwavering" confidence in QB Jake Browning despite recent struggles: www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/...
QB Browning has coach's 'unwavering' confidence
In place of injured QB Joe Burrow, Jake Browning has struggled in his two NFL starts with the Cincinnati Bengals. However, Zac Taylor still has "unwavering" confidence in the team's offense.
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October 2, 2025 at 12:55 PM
Bengals coach Zac Taylor has "unwavering" confidence in QB Jake Browning despite recent struggles: www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/...
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New Ringer NFL Show! How much blame do the Bengals deserve for Joe Burrow's injury issues? It's complicated.
Great conversation about that topic and where the Bengals go from here with @bbaby41.bsky.social.
Spotify: open.spotify.com/episode/5Znc...
YouTube: youtu.be/w0ouHSCFSp4?...
Great conversation about that topic and where the Bengals go from here with @bbaby41.bsky.social.
Spotify: open.spotify.com/episode/5Znc...
YouTube: youtu.be/w0ouHSCFSp4?...
Bengals to Blame for Joe Burrow’s Injury Woes? It’s Complicated, With Ben Baby
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September 16, 2025 at 1:47 PM
New Ringer NFL Show! How much blame do the Bengals deserve for Joe Burrow's injury issues? It's complicated.
Great conversation about that topic and where the Bengals go from here with @bbaby41.bsky.social.
Spotify: open.spotify.com/episode/5Znc...
YouTube: youtu.be/w0ouHSCFSp4?...
Great conversation about that topic and where the Bengals go from here with @bbaby41.bsky.social.
Spotify: open.spotify.com/episode/5Znc...
YouTube: youtu.be/w0ouHSCFSp4?...
On Bengals defensive tackle T.J. Slaton, him getting hit by a car when he was 1 and why that is relevant for Cincinnati's defense in 2025: www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/...
T.J. Slaton looks to solve Bengals' problem vs. the run
Slaton led all DTs in run stop win rate with the Packers in '24, and the Bengals need that production this year.
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September 3, 2025 at 1:29 PM
On Bengals defensive tackle T.J. Slaton, him getting hit by a car when he was 1 and why that is relevant for Cincinnati's defense in 2025: www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/...
Bengals waive/release the following guys: DT McTelvin Agim, CB Nate Brooks, WR Cole Burgess, RB Quali Conley, S Shaquan Loyal, WR Rashod Owens, CB Lance Robinson, OL Andrew Stueber, QB Payton Thorne, LB Craig Young, DT Taven Bryan.
August 25, 2025 at 8:05 PM
Bengals waive/release the following guys: DT McTelvin Agim, CB Nate Brooks, WR Cole Burgess, RB Quali Conley, S Shaquan Loyal, WR Rashod Owens, CB Lance Robinson, OL Andrew Stueber, QB Payton Thorne, LB Craig Young, DT Taven Bryan.
Over the weekend, I wrote about Bengals rookie Shemar Stewart and how his teammates are convinced he could be one of the NFL’s best edge rushers. www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/...
How Bengals rookie Shemar Stewart overcame the negative talk and made training camp count
Bengals rookie Stewart and his teammates believe he's ready to turn talent into sacks in the NFL.
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August 18, 2025 at 9:03 PM
Over the weekend, I wrote about Bengals rookie Shemar Stewart and how his teammates are convinced he could be one of the NFL’s best edge rushers. www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/...
Bengals OL Cordell Volson suffered a right shoulder injury at practice yesterday. Zac Taylor said he won’t play on Monday against WAS and his injury timeline is unknown.
August 16, 2025 at 1:52 PM
Bengals OL Cordell Volson suffered a right shoulder injury at practice yesterday. Zac Taylor said he won’t play on Monday against WAS and his injury timeline is unknown.
Bengals WR Jermaine Burton issued a statement regarding his missed practice on Sunday with an undisclosed injury.
“Any suggestion otherwise simply is not true.”
“Any suggestion otherwise simply is not true.”
August 11, 2025 at 6:50 PM
Bengals WR Jermaine Burton issued a statement regarding his missed practice on Sunday with an undisclosed injury.
“Any suggestion otherwise simply is not true.”
“Any suggestion otherwise simply is not true.”
Bengals WR Jermaine Burton missed practice with an undisclosed injury, per team. Is considered day-to-day.
August 10, 2025 at 3:47 PM
Bengals WR Jermaine Burton missed practice with an undisclosed injury, per team. Is considered day-to-day.
Story for ESPN on Geno Stone being week-to-week with a soft-tissue injury he picked up in the Eagles game: www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/...
Bengals S Stone dealing with soft tissue injury
Bengals starting safety Geno Stone is week-to-week with a soft tissue injury and likely will miss Monday's preseason game against the Commanders.
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August 9, 2025 at 9:03 PM
Story for ESPN on Geno Stone being week-to-week with a soft-tissue injury he picked up in the Eagles game: www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/...
Bengals S Geno Stone week-to-week with a soft tissue injury, Zac Taylor says. Will not play against Washington on Monday.
August 9, 2025 at 5:50 PM
Bengals S Geno Stone week-to-week with a soft tissue injury, Zac Taylor says. Will not play against Washington on Monday.
Joe Burrow and the Bengals offensive starters indeed play one quarter (two series).
Final line: 9-of-10 passing, 123 yards, 2 TDs
Final line: 9-of-10 passing, 123 yards, 2 TDs
August 8, 2025 at 12:19 AM
Joe Burrow and the Bengals offensive starters indeed play one quarter (two series).
Final line: 9-of-10 passing, 123 yards, 2 TDs
Final line: 9-of-10 passing, 123 yards, 2 TDs
That TD from Joe Burrow to Ja'Marr Chase is nearly identical to the game-winner against the Cowboys last season.
Also, worth noting that Charlie Jones got the reps instead of Tee Higgins in certain packages on the first two drives.
Also, worth noting that Charlie Jones got the reps instead of Tee Higgins in certain packages on the first two drives.
August 8, 2025 at 12:04 AM
That TD from Joe Burrow to Ja'Marr Chase is nearly identical to the game-winner against the Cowboys last season.
Also, worth noting that Charlie Jones got the reps instead of Tee Higgins in certain packages on the first two drives.
Also, worth noting that Charlie Jones got the reps instead of Tee Higgins in certain packages on the first two drives.
As good as the offense was, the defense just left a lot to be desired against the Eagles backups.
Biggest concern was the chunk plays surrendered, especially the 38-yard run by Will Shipley.
About the last thing that defense needs after what happened last season.
Biggest concern was the chunk plays surrendered, especially the 38-yard run by Will Shipley.
About the last thing that defense needs after what happened last season.
August 7, 2025 at 11:57 PM
As good as the offense was, the defense just left a lot to be desired against the Eagles backups.
Biggest concern was the chunk plays surrendered, especially the 38-yard run by Will Shipley.
About the last thing that defense needs after what happened last season.
Biggest concern was the chunk plays surrendered, especially the 38-yard run by Will Shipley.
About the last thing that defense needs after what happened last season.
Even against the Eagles 2s, that's a very impressive drive from the Bengals offense.
Aside from his first throw that was a touch behind Tee Higgins, Joe Burrow was humming on that drive. Chase Brown with some very good plays both w/ run and pass.
Aside from his first throw that was a touch behind Tee Higgins, Joe Burrow was humming on that drive. Chase Brown with some very good plays both w/ run and pass.
August 7, 2025 at 11:47 PM
Even against the Eagles 2s, that's a very impressive drive from the Bengals offense.
Aside from his first throw that was a touch behind Tee Higgins, Joe Burrow was humming on that drive. Chase Brown with some very good plays both w/ run and pass.
Aside from his first throw that was a touch behind Tee Higgins, Joe Burrow was humming on that drive. Chase Brown with some very good plays both w/ run and pass.
The last batch of training camp notes is live! All the big stuff from today, including the plan for the preseason opener: www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/...
What we're hearing and seeing at Bengals training camp: Starters expected to play a quarter in preseason opener
Follow our daily updates from Bengals training camp, including intel on the QBs, tight position battles and potential breakouts.
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August 5, 2025 at 8:08 PM
The last batch of training camp notes is live! All the big stuff from today, including the plan for the preseason opener: www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/...