The Bengals could get a king’s ransom of an offer for Joe Burrow.

A top NFC team is planning to submit an astronomical offer to the Cincinnati Bengals for superstar quarterback Joe Burrow, according to a new report.

There’s no clear-cut indicator that Joe Burrow will request a trade from the Bengals this offseason. But Burrow turned some heads in December with his reponse to a reporter’s question about the possibility of playing elsewhere.

Burrow said, “You think about a lot of things.” And this came a week after Burrow raised concerns with a somber press conference, where he admitted he had “a lot of things going on” both in football and in his personal life.

Grant Cohn, a 49ers beat reporter at Sports Illustrated, shut down speculation that the Minnesota Vikings could trade star wide receiver Justin Jefferson. Additionally, Cohn indicated that the Vikings will submit a giant offer to the Bengals for Burrow:

“They’re planning to offer JJ McCarthy, Jonathan Greenard and two firsts to the Cincinnati Bengals for Joe Burrow. And if the Bengals say no, they might go out and get Kirk Cousins…bring him back. They’re not going to trade Justin Jefferson to the Niners…If the Niners want a wide receiver from Minnesota, it’s Justin Jefferson.”

Cohn’s report hasn’t been brought up by reputable insiders like Ian Rapoport or Adam Schefter, so make of it what you will. And for what it’s worth, Greenard had this to say about the rapidly spreading trade rumor:

Hey, a Vikings fan can dream.

Bengals Need To Build A Contender Around Joe Burrow, And Quickly

Joe Burrow (Photo By Sam Greene/The Enquirer / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images)
Burrow signed a five-year extension worth $275 million in Sept. 2023. But that was before the Bengals missed the playoffs for three consecutive years, largely due to a terrible offensive line and defense.

If Burrow had a better o-line in front of him, he may not have missed seven and nine games in 2023 and 2025, respectively. That’s on ownership and the front office for hardly spending the money and resources.

Should things get worse in Cincinnati in 2026, it’s not unrealistic to think Burrow may ask for a trade. Mike Brown and Duke Tobin better show Burrow they’re committed to building a winner; otherwise, he could be out of Cincy sooner rather than later.

Luka Doncic ‘destroys’ the Mavs on his return. Gets standing ovation and shows love to Mark Cuban

Luka Doncic hits 45 points in his first game in Dallas since being traded to the Los Angeles.

It’s rare for a home crowd to cheer the visiting team, but Luka Doncic’s return to Dallas was no ordinary night.

Just days before February’s trade deadline, the Mavericks shocked the NBA by sending their 26-year-old superstar to the Lakers—a move that outraged fans and sparked backlash toward GM Nico Harrison.

On Wednesday, Doncic played his first game back in Dallas since the trade. The arena was filled with fans in both his old Mavs and new Lakers jerseys, many chanting “Fire Nico” in protest.

Despite the emotion in the air, Doncic delivered a dominant performance, scoring a game-high 45 points to lead the Lakers to a 112-97 win. It was a powerful return for one of the league’s brightest stars—and a night Dallas won’t soon forget

The Mavericks pay tribute to Luka Dončić

While the Mavericks’ decision to trade Luka Doncic remains heavily criticized, they handled his return to Dallas with undeniable grace. The organization made sure his first game back as a Laker was met with respect and appreciation.

Every seat in the arena was draped with a T-shirt reading “Hvala za vse,” which translates from Slovenian to “thank you for everything.” It was a thoughtful nod to Doncic’s heritage and impact on the franchise.

Before tip-off, during the starting lineup announcements, the Mavericks played a tribute video showcasing some of Doncic’s most iconic moments in a Dallas jersey. The emotional gesture clearly resonated—moving Doncic to tears in front of the crowd that once called him their own.

Luka Doncic ‘DESTROYS’ his old team

Luka delivered a dazzling performance against his former team, putting up 45 points on 16-of-28 shooting, including 7-of-10 from beyond the arc. He also added 8 rebounds, 6 assists, and 4 steals in a game that showed exactly why he’s one of the best in the league.

From the opening tip, Doncic was locked in. By halftime, Doncic had racked up 31 points on 11-of-16 shooting in just 19 minutes—marking the 10th time in his career he’s scored 30 or more in a single half.

Though his scoring slowed in the second half, he continued to lead effectively, securing both a Lakers win and an unforgettable showing for the fans in Dallas.