By romping past the Bills in the Divisional Round and advancing to a second straight AFC title game appearance, Joe Burrow and the Bengals provided a reminder that they are a force to be reckoned with in the race to reach Super Bowl LVII, Judy Battista writes.

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New England Patriots quarterback Mac Jones has been fined $13,367 for his low hit on Cincinnati Bengals cornerback Eli Apple during the Pats' Week 16 loss on Saturday.

Patriots second-year quarterback Mac Jones was accused by Bengals cornerback Eli Apple for making a "dirty play" during New England's 22-18 loss to Cincinnati on Saturday.

The Bengals shut down Tom Brady and the Bucs in the second half to come away with a 34-23 road win, and CB Eli Apple didn't forget TB12's pregame remarks of Cincinnati's defense.

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NFL.com's Eric Edholm breaks down four things to watch four when the Miami Dolphins visit the Cincinnati Bengals on "Thursday Night Football" on Prime Video.

The Cincinnati Bengals' bid to repeat as AFC champions will include Eli Apple. The Bengals announced that they re-signed Apple to a one-year contract.

In this week's edition of his First Read, Jeffri Chadiha discusses seven factors that could determine the outcome of Super Bowl LVI. Will Aaron Donald and the Rams' D keep rolling? How can Joe Burrow deliver Cincinnati its first Lombardi Trophy?

It's one-and-done for both No. 1 seeds, as the Bengals edged the Titans and the 49ers nipped the Packers. Reporting from Green Bay, Jim Trotter spotlights the biggest winners and losers from Saturday's Divisional Round games.

After adding more help for Joe Burrow in the offseason, are the Bengals on the verge of a breakthrough? Adam Rank examines the state of the franchise heading into the 2021 campaign.

He protected him from a world of drugs and violence, but Shaun Wade's close friend couldn't save himself. Now, the Ohio State cornerback vows to keep Jacoby Wright's memory alive forever.

The Carolina Panthers released cornerback Eli Apple on Tuesday after only being active for two games. Apple was signed to a one-year deal in May.

DeAndre Hopkins has been battling an ankle injury the last few weeks but Arizona Cardinals head coach Kliff Kingsbury said he is "hopeful" the wide receiver will play against the Seattle Seahawks, according to NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport.

Eli Apple is staying in the NFC South. The former Saints cornerback has agreed to terms with the Carolina Panthers, the team announced Thursday.

Smack dab in the middle of offseason roster reconstruction, the spotlight's on NFL decision makers. Perfect time for Gregg Rosenthal to provide his annual GM Power Rankings! And at the moment, no general manager's flying higher than Kansas City's Brett Veach.

Judy Battista, Jeffri Chadiha, Michael Silver and Jim Trotter re-run the 2016 NFL Draft -- and Carson Wentz and Ezekiel Elliott are among the many players to come off the board at new spots.

After watching their deal with Eli Apple fall apart, the Las Vegas Raiders have signed safety Damarious Randall to a one-year, $3.25 million deal, NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport reported Friday.

Could the Tom Brady-less Patriots take a QB in Round 1? Cynthia Frelund's analytics-based mock is based solely on a contextual, data-driven model that aims to do one thing: maximize each team's potential to win as many games as possible in 2020.

With the first wave of NFL free agency in the books, Dan Parr identifies the top five draft needs for all 32 teams. Should the Patriots pick a QB? What areas must the Buccaneers address to improve Tom Brady's supporting cast?

How has player movement across the NFL impacted the league hierarchy? Dan Hanzus updates his Power Rankings following a wild stretch of free-agent signings and trades.

How has the free agency frenzy -- with its accompanying raft of trades -- impacted the 2020 NFL Draft? That's the task Charley Casserly was presented with in his second mock of this year. Check out his entire first-round projection.

After a frenzied first wave of free agency, NFL rosters look stunningly different than they did just one year ago. Here is a team-by-team listing of the notable departures during a wild 2020 free agency period.

After a season and change with the Saints, CB Eli Apple has agreed to terms to join the Las Vegas Raiders, NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport reported.

Here is the original Top 101 Free Agents of 2020 list -- courtesy of Gregg Rosenthal and Chris Wesseling -- as it stood before players began to be signed, tagged and/or released.

Cincinnati Bengals cornerback Eli Apple's fourth-down pass break up against Buffalo Bills wide receiver Gabe Davis in the end zone turns the tides late in the fourth quarter.

Cincinnati Bengals cornerback Eli Apple and linebacker Germaine Pratt tackle Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Steven Sims behind the line of scrimmage.

NFL Way To Play Recipient for Week 6: Cincinnati Bengals cornerback Eli Apple tackle on New Orleans Saints tight end Taysom Hill.

NFL Network's Jason McCourty share his top defensive plays from Week 6.

Cincinnati Bengals cornerback Eli Apple's hit stick ferociously slams New Orleans Saints tight end Taysom Hill to the ground.

NFL Network's Cameron Wolfe outlines history of Miami Dolphins wide receiver Tyreek Hill-Cincinnati Bengals cornerback Eli Apple beef.

NFL Media's Jim Trotter previews the "Thursday Night Football" preview between the Miami Dolphins and Cincinnati Bengals.

NFL Network's Cynthia Frelund and Bucky Brooks offer in-depth Cincinnati Bengals draft preview.

Listen to the best Mic'd Up moments from the Cincinnati Bengals during the 2021 NFL season.

The "Good Morning Football" crew discuss what moment ruled Championship Sunday.

Cincinnati Bengals cornerback Eli Apple swings down Tyreek Hill for TD-saving tackle before halftime.

NFL analyst Brian Baldinger breaks down the Cincinnati Bengals performance on both sides of the ball during their AFC Divisional win over the Tennessee Titans.

Watch the best Cincinnati Bengals defensive plays vs. Broncos during Week 15.

Cincinnati Bengals cornerback Eli Apple breaks up Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert's deep pass attempt.

Hear all the best moments from the Bengals big win over Pittsburgh in Week 12

Watch the best Cincinnati Bengals defensive plays vs. Steelers during Week 12 of the 2021 season.

Cincinnati Bengals cornerback Eli Apple's second INT in as many weeks results in 50-yard return.

Cincinnati Bengals cornerback Eli Apple goes skyward to snag his first interception in three years.

Can't-Miss Play: New Orleans Saints cornerback Eli Apple's 'peanut punch' turns into epic Saints' defensive touchdown

Watch highlights from the New Orleans Saints' preseason Week 2 victory over the Los Angeles Chargers.

NFL Network's Mike Garafolo explains why the New Orleans Saints decided to not pick up cornerback Eli Apple's fifth-year option.

NFL Network's Kay Adams discusses why New Orleans Saints cornerback Eli Apple could be the biggest X-factor in the divisional game.

The Carolina Panthers get a great start from quarterback Kyle Allen and spoil New Orleans Saints quarterback Teddy Bridgewater's Saints' debut in a 33-14 Panthers victory.

Get an inside "POV" look from New Orleans Saints cornerback Eli Apple for his interception on Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton.

Watch the highlights from the Week 15 matchup between the New Orleans Saints and the Carolina Panthers.