Zach Pressnell

Zach Pressnell

Joined: Feb 17, 2026

Zach Pressnell has experience covering all major US sports at both the professional and collegiate levels. He’s produced content for FanSided, Blog Red Machine, The Game Haus, Bethany College Athletics and the Bethany College online newspaper, He graduated from Bethany College (WV) with a degree in Communications and Media Arts, specializing in Sports Journalism. Pressnell was also a four-year member of the baseball team where he earned himself All-PAC recognition as a pitcher (and a cool Tommy John surgery scar). Now, Pressnell specializes in NFL and MLB coverage for Sports Illustrated’s “On SI” network among others.

Aug 13, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Ja’Marr Chase (1) runs onto the field before the game against the Detroit Lions at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-Imagn Images

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Cincinnati Bengals tight end Tanner Hudson (87) catches a pass as Chicago Bears linebacker Tremaine Edmunds (49) defends in the third quarter of the NFL football game between Chicago Bears and Cincinnati Bengals at Paycor Stadium in Cincinnati on Nov. 2, 2025.

Cincinnati Bengals defensive end Shemar Stewart speaks with defensive tackle Kris Jenkins Jr. (90) during minicamp, Tuesday, June 16, 2026, at Kettering Health Practice Fields in downtown Cincinnati.

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Cincinnati Bengals defensive end Cashius Howell (55) celebrates a fumble recovery in the second quarter of the NFL Preseason game between the Cincinnati Bengals and the Detroit Lions at Paycor Stadium in Cincinnati on Thursday, Aug. 13, 2026.

Aug 13, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Cincinnati Bengals head coach Zac Taylor and quarterback Joe Burrow (9) during a stop in play in the first half against the Detroit Lions at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-Imagn Images

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The Cincinnati Bengals need to do everything they can to keep Joe Burrow upright and healthy.

Cincinnati Bengals head coach Zac Taylor speaks in the post game press conference after the NFL Preseason game between the Cincinnati Bengals and the Detroit Lions at Paycor Stadium in Cincinnati on Thursday, Aug. 13, 2026. The Bengals won the preseason opener, 16-14.

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The Cincinnati Bengals suddenly lost cornerback Ceyair Wright after the young cornerback left the team.

Former Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Ken Anderson, left, and offensive tackle Willie Anderson answer questions at a question and answer session during the Super Bowl LVI Opening Night Fan Rally on Feb. 7, 2022, at Paul Brown Stadium.

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The Cincinnati Bengals could see one of their franchise legends head to the Hall of Fame next season.

Cincinnati Bengals head coach Zac Taylor talks with quarterback Joe Burrow (9) during the first day of Cincinnati Bengals training camp at the Paycor Stadium practice facility in downtown Cincinnati on Wednesday, July 29, 2026.

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Which Cincinnati Bengals leader is under the most pressure to succeed in 2026?

Dec 28, 2025; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Arizona Cardinals quarterback Jacoby Brissett (7) runs from Cincinnati Bengals defensive tackle T.J. Slaton Jr. (98) in the fourth quarter at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Sam Greene-USA TODAY Network via Imagn Images

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The Cincinnati Bengals could look to move on from one of their defensive tackles before Week 1.

Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Charlie Jones (15) runs drills during minicamp, Tuesday, June 16, 2026, at Kettering Health Practice Fields in downtown Cincinnati.

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This Bengals' Under-the-Radar Position Battle Deserves More Attention

Jul 23, 2025; Cincinnati, OH, USA; A general view of a Cincinnati Bengals helmet during training camp at Kettering Health Practice Field. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-Imagn Images

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The Cincinnati Bengals need to see a lot of production from their offseason additions this year.

Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow (9) throws a pass during minicamp, Tuesday, June 16, 2026, at Kettering Health Practice Fields in downtown Cincinnati.

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The Cincinnati Bengals can rely heavily on their offense this year despite upgrading the defense quite a bit.

Dec 22, 2024; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Cincinnati Bengals defensive tackle Kris Jenkins Jr. (90) celebrates a sack during the first quarter against the Cleveland Browns at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joseph Maiorana-Imagn Images

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Bengals Defensive Player Kris Jenkins Mentioned As Trade Chip Before Training Camp

Cincinnati Bengals offensive tackle Amarius Mims (71) walks off the field after a loss to the Baltimore Ravens Sunday October 6, 2024 at Payor Stadium. The Bengals lost 41-38 in overtime.

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The Cincinnati Bengals could have an anchor developing on their offensive line this season.

Cincinnati Bengals offensive tackle Amarius Mims (71) walks off the field after a loss to the Baltimore Ravens Sunday October 6, 2024 at Payor Stadium. The Bengals lost 41-38 in overtime.

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The Cincinnati Bengals are in win-now mode, but they still have a few key pieces to build around.

Cincinnati Bengals defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence II (97) unwraps his fingers during practice on Tuesday, June 9, 2026, at Kettering Health Practice Fields in downtown Cincinnati.

The Cincinnati Bengals made a lot of aggressive moves to upgrade their defense this offseason. Here's why they could flip the script this season.