Jay Morrison

Joined: Sep 25, 2024

Jay Morrison covers the Cincinnati Bengals for Bengals On SI. He has been writing about the NFL for nearly three decades. Combining a passion for stats and storytelling, Jay takes readers beyond the field for a unique look at the game and the people who play it. Prior to joining Bengals on SI, Jay covered the Cincinnati Bengals beat for The Athletic, the Dayton Daily News and Pro Football Network.

Cincinnati Bengals cornerback Cam Taylor-Britt (29) returns to the bench after Los Angeles Chargers running back J.K. Dobbins (27) runs for the go-ahead touchdown in the fourth quarter of the NFL Week 11 game between the Los Angeles Chargers and the Cincinnati Bengals at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, Calif., on Sunday, Nov. 17, 2024. The Chargers won 34-27.

Bengals Defensive Coordinator Lou Anarumo Details Reasons for Benching Cornerback Cam-Taylor Britt

Nov 17, 2024; Inglewood, California, USA; Cincinnati Bengals coach Zac Taylor reacts against the Los Angeles Chargers in the first half at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Bengals Coach Zac Taylor Responds To Ja'Marr Chase's Pointed Comments After Chargers Loss

Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow (9) walks for the locker room after the fourth quarter of the NFL Week 11 game between the Los Angeles Chargers and the Cincinnati Bengals at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, Calif., on Sunday, Nov. 17, 2024. The Chargers won 34-27.

Stat of the Jay: Bengals Wasting Joe Burrow Performances with Alarming, Record-Breaking Frequency

Cincinnati Bengals place kicker Evan McPherson (2) lines up to kick a field goal in the second quarter of the NFL Week 11 game between the Los Angeles Chargers and the Cincinnati Bengals at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, Calif., on Sunday, Nov. 17, 2024. The Chargers led 24-6 at halftime.

Struggling Bengals Kicker Evan McPherson Isn't Going Away in 2024, But an Out In His Contract Could Affect Future

Cincinnati Bengals head coach Zac Taylor shouts to an official after a play in the first quarter of the NFL Week 11 game between the Los Angeles Chargers and the Cincinnati Bengals at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, Calif., on Sunday, Nov. 17, 2024. The Chargers led 24-6 at halftime.

Bengals Coach Zac Taylor Says Not To Expect Roster, Coaching Changes During Bye Despite Disappointing 4-7 Record

Cincinnati Bengals head coach Zac Taylor said making changes during the bye week would be a panic move and that he still has faith in the coaches and players to pull themselves out of the 4-7 hole they've dug.

Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase (1) runs with a catch in the first quarter of the NFL Week 11 game between the Los Angeles Chargers and the Cincinnati Bengals at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, Calif., on Sunday, Nov. 17, 2024. The Chargers led 24-6 at halftime.

Bengals' Ja'Marr Chase Expresses Frustration With Coaching, Kicking After Loss to Chargers

Cincinnati Bengals fall to Los Angeles Chargers as frustration mounts following two missed field goals and a missed go-ball touchdown in the fourth quarter.

Nov 7, 2024; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Baltimore Ravens cornerback Marlon Humphrey (44) reacts after forcing a fumble during third quarter against the Cincinnati Bengals at M&T Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mitch Stringer-Imagn Images

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Bengals Opponent Fined Second Consecutive Week for Late Hit Against Joe Burrow

Though he wasn't penalized for the play, Marlon Humphrey received a fine for unnecessary roughness for his late hit on Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow during Baltimore's 35-34 win in Week 10.

Cincinnati Bengals defensive end Trey Hendrickson (91) looks out of the tunnel before warming up before the NFL game between the Cincinnati Bengals and the Baltimore Ravens at M&T Banks Stadium in Baltimore on Thursday, Nov. 7, 2024.

Bengals DE Trey Hendrickson Will Travel to LA Separately From Team But Is Expected To Play vs. Chargers

Cincinnati Bengals coach Zac Taylor offers injury updates on Tee Higgins, Orlando Brown Jr., Trey Hendrickson, others.

Nov 7, 2024; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow (9) is pressured by Baltimore Ravens linebacker Odafe Oweh (99) during the first quarter at M&T Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mitch Stringer-Imagn Images

Stat of the Jay: Bengals QB Joe Burrow Within Reach of Hall of Famers With a Few More TDs

Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow within reach of prestigious TD records.

Nov 3, 2024; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Cincinnati Bengals cornerback Mike Hilton (21) reacts after a play against the Las Vegas Raiders in the second half at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-Imagn Images

Bengals CB Mike Hilton States Desire - Not Demand - For More Playing Time on Third Down, Which the Team Could Use

No member of the Bengals secondary has been more consistent or productive than Mike Hilton, yet the team is taking him off the field when it matters most -- on third down.

Michigan defensive lineman Kris Jenkins picks up the trophy to celebrate 34-13 win over Washington at the national championship game at NRG Stadium in Houston on Monday, Jan. 8, 2024.

'I Can't Wait to See Coach Harbaugh' - Bengals Who Played at Michigan Talk About Facing Former Coach in LA

There are five players on the Cincinnati Bengals roster who played for Los Angeles Chargers head coach Jim Harbaugh at Michigan, but only two will get to go against him Sunday night.

Nov 10, 2024; Inglewood, California, USA; Tennessee Titans quarterback Will Levis (8) is sacked by Los Angeles Chargers linebacker Bud Dupree (48) in the second half at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

Stat of the Jay: Joe Burrow, Bengals Offense Stand Between Chargers' Streak and History

The Cincinnati Bengals have a chance to be the first team this year to score more than 20 points against a Los Angeles Chargers defense that is ranked No. 1 in the league.

Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase (1) runs after a catch as Baltimore Ravens inside linebacker Roquan Smith (0) defends in the first quarter of the NFL game at M&T Banks Stadium in Baltimore on Thursday, Nov. 7, 2024.

Bengals QB Joe Burrow Discusses Ja'Marr Chase's Chances of Winning the Triple Crown

Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow discusses Ja'Marr Chase's chances of winning the Triple Crown and why he's so much better this season than he's been in his three previous Pro Bowl years.

Nov 7, 2024; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Rashod Bateman (7) scores a fourth quarter touchdown against the Cincinnati Bengals at M&T Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mitch Stringer-Imagn Images

Stat of the Jay: Bengals' Fourth-Quarter Defense Approaching Historic Levels of Futility

The Cincinnati Bengals are approaching historic levels in terms of points allowed, third down conversions allowed and red zone touchdowns allowed in the fourth quarter.

Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Tee Higgins (5) catches a pass as San Francisco 49ers cornerback Charvarius Ward (7) defends in the first quarter of the NFL game between the Cincinnati Bengals and the San Francisco 49ers at Levi Stadium in Santa Clara, Calif., on Sunday, Oct 29, 2023.

Bengals Tweaking Schedule To Spend More Time in LA as They Try To Extend Win Streak in Mountain/Pacific zones

The Cincinnati Bengals will fly to LA on Friday instead of Saturday to use their longest road trip of the season as a team-bonding exercise ahead of their bye week.

Nov 20, 2022; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; NFL referee Brad Allen (122) signals in infraction in the second quarter of the game between the Cincinnati Bengals and the Pittsburgh Steelers at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images

Referee Report: Bengals To See Repeat Crew That Called High-Scoring Loss Earlier This Season

The Cincinnati Bengals will have Brad Allen on the call again Sunday night when they travel to Los Angeles to play the Chargers on Sunday Night Football.