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.

Dec 15, 2024; Nashville, Tennessee, USA; Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow (9) and Tennessee Titans defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons (98) during the second half at Nissan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Steve Roberts-Imagn Images

Another Blow to Joe Burrow's Head Isn't Disciplined, But Another Bengals Player Gets Fined For a Violent Gesture

Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Tee Higgins (5) and wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase (1) dance after Chase scored a touchdown in the 4th quarter to beat the Dallas Cowboys in Monday Night Football at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas on Monday, December 9, 2024.

Bengals WR Ja'Marr Chase Talks Tee Higgins Signing With His Agent, What It Means For Their Chances To Stay Together

Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Jermaine Burton (81) runs back a kick in the second quarter of the NFL Week 13 game between the Cincinnati Bengals and the Pittsburgh Steelers at Paycor Stadium in downtown Cincinnati on Sunday, Dec. 1, 2024.

Cincinnati Bengals Rookie Jermaine Burton Posting One of Best Numbers in Franchise History

Oct 20, 2024; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Browns defensive tackle Shelby Harris (93) sacks Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow (9) during the first quarter at Huntington Bank Field. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-Imagn Images

Stat of the Jay: Where Were You the Last Time the Browns Didn't Sack a Bengals QB In a Game?

Cincinnati Bengals head coach Zac Taylor walks for the locker room after the fourth quarter of the NFL Week 13 game between the Cincinnati Bengals and the Pittsburgh Steelers at Paycor Stadium in downtown Cincinnati on Sunday, Dec. 1, 2024. The Steelers won 44-38.

Bengals Coach Zac Taylor Adds More Context, Details to Video of His Sideline Interaction With QB Joe Burrow

Cincinnati Bengals head coach Zac Taylor offered more insight to Joe Burrow's angry, frustrated sideline conversation that was caught on video.

Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow (9) reacts to a penalty during the second half of an NFL football game at Huntington Bank Field, Sunday, Oct. 20, 2024, in Cleveland, Ohio.

Stat of the Jay: Bengals Are On a Franchise-Worst Penalty Run, and the NFL Record Isn't Too Far Off

The Cincinnati Bengals have gone from one of the least penalized teams to the most.

Aug 14, 2021; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Referee Brad Rogers (126) gestures during the first half of the game between the Chicago Bears and the Miami Dolphins at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Jon Durr-Imagn Images

Referee Report: Sunday's Referee and His Crew Have Called At Least 16 Penalties in 3 Straight Games

Brad Rogers will be the referee when the Cincinnati Bengals play the Cleveland Browns on Sunday.

Sep 8, 2024; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase (1) prepares for the snap in the second half against the New England Patriots at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-Imagn Images

Cincinnati Bengals Announce Uniform Combination For Sunday's Game Against the Cleveland Browns

The Cincinnati Bengals will wear black jerseys and orange pants for the first time ever Sunday when they play host to the Cleveland Browns.

Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow (9) throws a pass in the first half of the NFL football game between the Bengals and the Denver Broncos on Sunday, Dec. 19, 2021, at Empower Field in Denver.

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NFL Announces Bengals-Broncos Date, Time for Week 17 Game That Was TBD

The Cincinnati Bengals will play the Denver Broncos at 4:25 p.m. Saturday in Week 17.

Oct 6, 2024; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Cincinnati Bengals offensive tackle Amarius Mims (71) during warmups before the game against the Baltimore Ravens at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-Imagn Images

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Cincinnati Bengals Rookie Tackle Amarius Mims Trying His Best To Make People Hate Him

Cincinnati Bengals rookie tackle Amarius Mims continues to improve and had arguably his best game of the season Sunday in the win at Tennessee.

Cincinnati Bengals center Ted Karras (64) celebrates after the game against the Tennessee Titans at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn., Sunday, Dec. 15, 2024.

Stat of the Jay: The Cincinnati Bengals Are One Win Away From Tying an NFL Record They Don't Want

The Cincinnati Bengals are one road win away from tying the franchise record and, possibly, an NFL record they would rather avoid.

Cincinnati Bengals offensive tackle Devin Cochran (76) and Cincinnati Bengals offensive tackle Orlando Brown Jr. (75) perform a offensive line drill at Cincinnati Bengals training camp on the Kettering Health Practice Fields in Cincinnati on Sunday, Aug. 4, 2024.

'He Was Ready For the Moment' - Bengals OT Devin Cochran Shakes Rough Beginning to First Career Start

Cincinnati Bengals tackle Devin Cochran had a rough beginning to his first NFL start Sunday at Tennessee, but he settled in and earned praise from head coach Zac Taylor and quarterback Joe Burrow after the 37-27 win against the Titans.

Dec 15, 2024; Nashville, Tennessee, USA; Cincinnati Bengals safety Geno Stone (22) hurdles over safety Jordan Battle (27) for a pick six against the Tennessee Titans during the second half at Nissan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Steve Roberts-Imagn Images

'Steak on Jordan' - Bengals Coach, Players React to Jordan Battle Fumble Before Crossing Goal Line

Cincinnati Bengals players, coaches react to Jordan Battle's fumble before crossing the goal line in Sunday's 37-27 victory against the Tennessee Titans.

Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow (9) sets up to throw a pass during the first quarter at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn., Sunday, Dec. 15, 2024.

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What Bengals QB Joe Burrow Said About His Animated, Profane Discussion With Zac Taylor After Game-Clinching TD

Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow explains profanity-laced conversation he had with head coach Zac Taylor in the final minute of Sunday's 37-27 victory at Tennessee.

Dec 15, 2024; Nashville, Tennessee, USA; Cincinnati Bengals defensive end Sam Hubbard (94) makes a touchdown catch over Tennessee Titans linebacker James Williams (52) during the first half at Nissan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Steve Roberts-Imagn Images

Could Sam Hubbard's Touchdown Be His Final Act in a Cincinnati Bengals Uniform?

Cincinnati Bengals defensive end Sam Hubbard injured his knee while making the first touchdown catch of his career Sunday in the team's 37-27 victory against the Tennessee Titans.

Dec 9, 2024; Arlington, Texas, USA; Dallas Cowboys safety Donovan Wilson (6) tackles Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow (9) during the second half at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images

Facemask Against Bengals That Led To Joe Burrow Fumbling, Injuring His Knee Doesn't Result In Fine

Another unpenalized facemask infraction against Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow has resulted in a fine as the NFL docked Dallas Cowboys linebacker Marist Liufau.