CINCINNATI — The first line of the Bengals’ official statement on their application of the franchise tag Monday on Tee Higgins was more than just a throwaway line. It was what they hope the transaction will ultimately produce. “The Bengals…

CINCINNATI — Sean Miller doesn’t want his team to be worried about any bubbles or the chances of making the NCAA tournament. To drive home this fact, he invoked the name of a late, great basketball icon to remind his…

Two things can be true at the same time. On one hand, Auburn is a terrific basketball team. They’re not just 26-2 (15-1, SEC) because of National Player of the Year candidate Johni Broome. It’s also because of players like…

INDIANAPOLIS — When you’ve been with one team for 22 seasons, you get a feel for what works and what doesn’t. Darrin Simmons began his Bengals coaching career in 2003 with Marvin Lewis. He has been around for all the…

INDIANAPOLIS — The Bengals offensive line will have a new leader in 2025. Will that lead to a new attitude, better protection in the run game and ultimately more protection for Joe Burrow? Scott Peters was hired to replace Frank…

CINCINNATI — Don’t look now but the Bearcats are finding ways to win games. Five out of seven in the Big 12? That’s really good. The question; is it too late? Is it too late for the Bearcats to be…