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Burrow Tosses Two Interceptions at Bengals Camp

8/2/2026

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Burrow Two Interceptions

On July 30, 2026, Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow threw two interceptions during camp.
His pass to tight end (TE) Drew Sample fell short, allowing Jalen Davis to intercept.
In the same series Burrow underthrew Ja'Marr Chase.
Rain moved practice indoors then outside, denying fans entry when gates opened.
Undrafted rookie cornerback Bralyn Lux earned reps while challenging for the nickel after Ja'Sir Taylor dropped a ball Davis intercepted.

Summary

Wright Negotiates Extension

Darnell Wright is still negotiating a contract extension three practices in, with GM Ryan Poles aiming to seal it within five weeks.
Pro Football Focus ranked Wright the 6th-best run blocker (85.6), helping Chicago’s third-best rushing attack.
Cornerback Jaylon Johnson says he feels “night and day” after a year of groin injuries, recording one interception and two passes defended in seven games.

History

Historical Context

Carson Palmer’s 2005 breakout—an 11-5 record and league-leading 32 touchdown passes that ended a 15-year playoff drought—showed how a secure contract can lift Cincinnati. After contract disputes that culminated in his 2011 trade, the Bengals struggled, a pattern resurfacing in July 2026 when Joe Burrow threw two interceptions in camp and Darnell Wright entered five-week extension talks.

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Burrow Two Interceptions

On July 30, 2026, Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow threw two interceptions during camp.
His pass to tight end (TE) Drew Sample fell short, allowing Jalen Davis to intercept.
In the same series Burrow underthrew Ja'Marr Chase.
Rain moved practice indoors then outside, denying fans entry when gates opened.
Undrafted rookie cornerback Bralyn Lux earned reps while challenging for the nickel after Ja'Sir Taylor dropped a ball Davis intercepted.

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