‘A Josh Allen-Joe Burrow matchup seems tantalizing on the surface. It seems like a game built for those who like high-scoring games. The duo are among the best passers on the planet, both having a claim to the top spot alongside Kansas City Chiefs star Patrick Mahomes. Throw in a Cincinnati Bengals defense that allows the most points and yards in the NFL and a Buffalo Bills defense that’s been erratic all season.’
BillsBeat - December 4, 2025
Thursday's Cincinnati Coverage
Bengals ‘banking on’ snow game in Buffalo. Here’s how they’re preparing (Cincinnati Enquirer)
Joe Burrow explains what equipment is in his cleat that helps his toe (Cincinnati Enquirer)
‘I was pretty lights out’: Bengals’ Burrow quickly got into groove in return (Dayton Daily News)
Joe Burrow dons new shoes, sparks Bengals’ playoff hopes (AP)
Bengals’ Tee Higgins makes progress towards return from concussion (The Sporting News)
Will Tee Higgins return in Week 14? Latest injury update on Bengals wide receiver (The Sporting News)
McPherson’s bounce back season highlighted by earning AFC weekly honor (WKRC-TV)
Bengals to play in Buffalo on frigid December Sunday. Here’s how they’re preparing. (WLWT-TV)
Joe Burrow on Bengals’ AFC North title hopes: ‘Everything in front of us’ (WLWT-TV)
Bengals’ McPherson named AFC Player of the Week after perfect Thanksgiving performance (WLWT-TV)
Quick Hits | How Dalton Risner Has Lifted Bengals In More Ways Than One; Streaking Joe Burrow’s Recipe For Winning Out (Bengals.com)
Quick Hits | Tee Higgins Works Limited; Zac Taylor’s Ken Anderson Hall Endorsement And Evan McPherson Salute (Bengals.com)
Week 14 Injury Report | Bengals at Bills (Bengals.com)
Evan McPherson Named AFC Special Teams Player of the Week (Bengals.com)
Buffalo Bills claim cornerback Darius Slay off waivers
‘In Buffalo, he joins a secondary allowing a league-low 163.2 passing yards per game as well as a 59.5% completion rate. Slay will provide depth behind starting outside corners Christian Benford and Tre’Davious White for a potential playoff run.’
Buffalo Bills DE Bosa listed week to week with hamstring injury, further depleting banged-up defense
‘The 10th-year player was hurt in the second half of Buffalo’s 26-7 win at Pittsburgh on Sunday. It was a game in which Bosa helped turned the tide with a strip-sack of Aaron Rodgers, with Christian Benford returning the fumble 17 yards for a touchdown on the opening snap of the third quarter.’
Bills claim CB Darius Slay off waivers after Steelers release
‘Slay will serve as another veteran presence in the Bills’ cornerback room and could provide insurance and depth. Starting cornerback Christian Benford is coming off a career performance in which he had a fumble recovery touchdown and interception on back-to-back drives en route to being named AFC Defensive Player of the Week.’
Bills adding Darius Slay: Buffalo claims six-time Pro Bowl CB off waivers from Steelers
‘Slay and the Steelers amicably parted ways after Slay was a healthy scratch this past Sunday against — ironically — the Bills. Injuries and inconsistent play limited Slay to just 10 games and nine starts during his lone season in Pittsburgh. He previously spent five seasons in Philadelphia following a seven-year run with the Detroit Lions.’
Bills Claim Darius Slay Off Waivers One Day After Steelers Release
‘Slay now sits on the Bills’ depth chart behind Tre’Davious White. Slay’s first game as a Bill will be on Sunday vs. the Bengals, a team he’s already faced twice this season while with Pittsburgh.’
Joey Bosa injury update is extremely troubling news for Buffalo Bills' playoff push
‘Bosa exited the Week 13 contest early with what was later diagnosed as a hamstring injury. On Monday, Bills head coach Sean McDermott would only say “we’ll see where that goes” when it comes to Bosa’s Week 14 status.’
Will Dalton Kincaid return in Week 14? Injury update, fantasy advice for Bills TE
‘The veteran tight end did show some progress last week, though, as he was able to log two limited practices before being ruled out. The participation amounted to an upgrade for Kincaid.’
Bills get another disappointing update on $29 million investment
‘Despite the success of the run game in Week 13 against the Pittsburgh Steelers where the Bills ran for 249 yards, the passing game has had a rough season. Buffalo has one of the least explosive offenses in the NFL, which makes the signing of Josh Palmer look worse and worse by the week.’
Fans will love Sean McDermott's message on inconsistent Bills
‘”I don’t think we can afford to be inconsistent,” McDermott said. “Not now, not that you can ever be, don’t get me wrong, but our backs are against the wall, that’s the way it is, and that’s our mindset. I think we’re all aware of some of that, but there’s no time for that right now. So, we got to go.”‘
Bills claim Darius Slay off waivers from Steelers
‘The 34-year old cornerback is a six-time Pro Bowler, and he just won the Super Bowl with the Philadelphia Eagles.’
Bills locker room taking notice of Keon Coleman after discipline issues
‘“I think for him, it’s just every day showing that he’s going to be consistent,” Shakir said. “I think he’s gotten a lot better at that, showing up, being here on time, coming out here when it comes to walkthroughs, practices, and focusing in on the little details, all those little things that can potentially turn to big things if you don’t do. I think he’s been excellent at executing all that. He’s definitely taking a step in the right direction.”’
Bills' Josh Allen named best in entire NFL at this key skill
‘ESPN listed Allen as having the best arm strength in the NFL.’
Josh Allen channels inner Bill Belichick when asked about Steelers DT Cam Heyward
‘“I have a lot of respect for Cam Heyward but we’re on to Cincinnati,” Allen said via Dan Fetes.’