The Bengals first team defense has been minus a few projected starters in the first two preseason games, but that shouldn't be total excuse for bad performance.

Cincinnati Bengals guard Cordell Volson is expected to undergo surgery and miss the 2025 season, according to head coach Zac Taylor.

The Cincinnati Bengals head coach Zac Taylor said he thinks Joe Burrow got even better over the offseason and coming into the 2025 season.

Cincinnati Bengals head coach Zac Taylor gives team updates on Wednesday, Aug. 20, 2025, ahead of Saturday's Indianapolis Colts game.

Taylor's approach with tight ends Drew Sample and Mike Gesicki shows how Cincinnati is embracing specialization while maintaining just enough unpredictability to keep defenses guessing.

CINCINNATI — Cincinnati got to 1-1 this preseason with a 31-17 win over the Washington Commanders on Monday Night Football. It prompted the first locker room celebration video for Zac Taylor and the 2025 Bengals.

Cincinnati Bengals head coach Zac Taylor reacts during the second half of an NFL football game against the Baltimore Ravens, Sunday, Oct. 6, 2024, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Jeff Dean) br

Mitchell Tinsley's roster status remains in limbo, but a stellar preseason and endorsement from Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow could aid his effort.