Jay Morrison

Joined: Sep 25, 2024

Jay Morrison covers the Cincinnati Bengals for Bengals On SI. He has been writing about the NFL for nearly three decades. Combining a passion for stats and storytelling, Jay takes readers beyond the field for a unique look at the game and the people who play it. Prior to joining Bengals on SI, Jay covered the Cincinnati Bengals beat for The Athletic, the Dayton Daily News and Pro Football Network.

Bengals head coach Zac Taylor speaks to the media after the Bengals Rookie Mini Camp on Friday, May 9, 2025 at Paycor Stadium in Cincinnati.

Feb 28, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Auburn offensive lineman Connor Lew (OL32) speaks to members of the media during the NFL Combine at the Indiana Convention Center. Mandatory Credit: Jacob Musselman-Imagn Images

Jan 4, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Cincinnati Bengals defensive end Myles Murphy (99) wraps up Cleveland Browns quarterback Shedeur Sanders (12) in the first quarter at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Sam Greene-USA TODAY Network via Imagn Images

Dec 28, 2025; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Cincinnati Bengals tight end Mike Gesicki (88) reacts after a play during the second half against the Arizona Cardinals at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joseph Maiorana-Imagn Images

Dec 28, 2025; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Cincinnati Bengals linebacker Demetrius Knight Jr. (44) and Cincinnati Bengals linebacker Barrett Carter (49) react after a play during the second half against the Arizona Cardinals at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joseph Maiorana-Imagn Images

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Bengals linebackers Demetrius Knight Jr. and Barrett Carter are feeling the vote of confidence that comes after the team didn't draft anyone at their position.

Cincinnati Bengals Director of Player Personnel Duke Tobin addresses the media during a press conference, Friday, Jan. 9, 2026, at Paycor Stadium in downtown Cincinnati.

Bengals' Duke Tobin discusses possibility of restructuring Joe Burrow's contract to create more cap space.

Feb 26, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Florida defensive lineman Caleb Banks (DL02) runs the 40-yard dash during the NFL Scouting Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Bengals, other 31 teams, receive letter from injured prospect updating his recovery from broken foot. Would he be an ideal fit for Cincinnati?

Defensive lineman Dexter Lawrence listens to NFL scout Brentson Buckner, a former Clemson defensive end and pro football player working for the Raiders, during Clemson Pro Day at the Poe Indoor Facility in Clemson, S.C. Thursday, March 14, 2019.

Clemson Pro Day 2019

Bengals attempted to trade for Maxx Crosby before landing Dexter Lawrence, according to published report.

Cincinnati Bengals running back Chase Brown (30) stretches before the first quarter of the NFL Week 18 game between the Cincinnati Bengals and the Cleveland Browns at Paycor Stadium in Downtown Cincinnati on Sunday, Jan. 4, 2026.

Early Market Values for RBs Expected To Sign Multi-Year Contracts, Including Bengals' Chase Brown

Nov 23, 2025; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bears wide receiver Luther Burden III (10) makes a catch agsiasnt Pittsburgh Steelers safety Kyle Dugger (29) during the first half at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Mike Dinovo-Imagn Images

Contract Details for Cincinnati Bengals Newest Members of the Secondary, Kyle Dugger and Ja'Sir Taylor

Newly signed Cincinnati Bengals defense tackle Dexter Lawrence speaks in a press conference for the first time since joining the team at Paycor Stadium in Cincinnati on Monday, April 20, 2026.

Bengals offensive linemen call Dexter Lawrence a nightmare and generational player who has delivered a jolt to the locker room.

Jul 23, 2025; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; New York Giants defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence II (97) during training camp at Quest Diagnostics Training Center. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

New Bengals DT Dexter Lawrence wants Shemar Stewart's No. 97, and he plans to speak to him about it.

Oct 13, 2024; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow (9) is sacked by New York Giants defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence II (97) in the 3rd quarter at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Robert Deutsch-Imagn Images

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Bengals' trade of No. 10 pick in the draft for defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence does not mark a philosophical change for the organization.

Los Angeles Rams defensive end Aaron Donald (99) celebrates after hitting Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow (9) as he threw on fourth down forcing a turnover on downs with the less than a minute to play in 4th quarter during Super Bowl 56, Sunday, Feb. 13, 2022, at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, Calif.

Nfl Super Bowl 56 Los Angeles Rams Vs Cincinnati Bengals Feb 13 2022 Albert Cesare 2686

They can be trade compensation for a veteran, as the Bengals did with Lawrence. Teams have dealt first-round picks for established veteran stars such as Matthew Stafford, Tyreek Hill, Davante Adams, Jalen Ramsey and Minkah Fitzpatrick, among others.

Nov 15, 2025; Baton Rouge, Louisiana, USA; LSU Tigers cornerback Mansoor Delane (4) reacts to a stop on fourth down against the Arkansas Razorbacks during the second half at Tiger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

Weighing the cases for the Cincinnati Bengals to draft Mansoor Delane vs. Jermod McCoy as the look to add cornerback help for 2026 and beyond.

Indiana Hoosiers running back Kaelon Black (8) rushes the ball for a touchdown Friday, Jan. 9, 2026, during the Peach Bowl and semifinal game of the College Football Playoff against the Oregon Ducks at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.

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With his connecting flight canceled, Indiana running back Kaelon Black made his final Top 30 visit by riding five hours in an Uber from Chicago's O'Hare Airport to the Cincinnati Bengals facility.

Jay Morrison

Joined: Sep 25, 2024

Bengals Key Offseason Dates to Remember: Rookie Minicamp, OTAs and Training Camp

Cincinnati Bengals' Dive Into OL Depth Could Be Most Underrated Move of Their Draft

How Much Will Myles Murphy Make on 5th-Year Option and How Often Have Bengals Exercised It?

Bengals Tight End Mike Gesicki Offers Details on LA Throwing Session, Rare IG Post with Joe Burrow

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Bengals LBs Send Message After No Moves: 'It Definitely Speaks Volumes'

Bengals' Duke Tobin Addresses Possibility of Restructuring Joe Burrow's Contract

Injured Prospect Pens Letter to All 32 Teams Updating His Recovery - Could the Cincinnati Bengals Be Interested?

Report: Bengals Were Eyeing Big Trade for Other Star Ahead of Dexter Lawrence Acquisition

Early Market Values for RBs Expected To Sign Multi-Year Contracts, Including Bengals' Chase Brown

Contract Details for Cincinnati Bengals Newest Members of the Secondary

Bengals Offensive Linemen Weigh in on 'Generational,' Nightmare Opponent Turned Teammate in Dexter Lawrence

'I'm Gonna Speak to Him' - New Bengals DT Dexter Lawrence Wants Shemar Stewart's No. 97

Bengals’ Dexter Lawrence Trade Doesn’t Signal a Philosophy Change in Cincinnati

After Bengals' Trade for Lawrence, a Look at How Teams That Didn't Pick in 1st Round Have Fared That Year

Mansoor Delane vs. Jermod McCoy: Making the Cincinnati Bengals' Case for Each Cornerback

Cincinnati Bengals Bring in Final Top 30 Prospect in Unusual, Comedic Fashion