Bengals News (8/9): Close to the start

Camp Report: Get Into The Groove
The final training camp practice before the Bengals’ first preseason game of 2019 featured a little bit of everything in all three phases.

Malone’s Changes Paying Off In A Big Way
Josh Malone has been asked to do more after fellow receivers A.J. Green and John Ross suffered injuries in camp. With a new offense and increased exposure, Malone has embraced the opportunity in a big way.

Bengals mailbag: Most improved position, Drew Sample, Gio-Mixon and trade thoughts – The Athletic
Questions answered about the good and the bad so far as the first preseason game approaches.

Carl Lawson is the unmistakable star of Bengals camp so far
The Bengals pass rusher is turning heads after a quick recovery.

Cincinnati Bengals: 3 storylines for preseason Week 1 at the Chiefs
The Cincinnati Bengals get the 2019 preseason underway against the Kansas City Chiefs. For fans, it's the first look at the new head coach Zac Taylor.

Around the League

What we learned from Thursday's preseason games - NFL.com
The first week of preseason got underway on Thursday night. We got our first glimpse at a number of fresh-faced rookies and old faces in new places, like Daniel Jones, David Montgomery and Josh Rosen.

Dwayne Haskins turns in up-and-down 'Skins debut - NFL.com
In his first NFL action, Washington first-round QB Dwayne Haskins showcased his promise, but also struggled to the tune of a pair of interceptions against the Browns.

Roundup: Lions WR Jermaine Kearse suffers broken leg - NFL.com
Jermaine Kearse was hoping for a bounce-back season. It didn't last one preseason drive. The Detroit Lions receiver suffered a broken leg and associated injuries to his ankle.

Saints join NFL against fan's 'no call' lawsuit
The New Orleans Saints have joined the NFL in its opposition to a fan's lawsuit stemming from the crucial missed call during the NFC Championship Game.