Author: Dave Clark, Cincinnati Enquirer

C.J. Uzomah didn’t grow up in Cincinnati, but knows way to hearts of many of its residents, vowing to bathe in chili if the Bengals win Super Bowl 56.

With a trip to the AFC championship game on the line, Bengals kicker Evan McPherson had no doubts after his 52-yard field goal.

Former major league outfielder Yasiel Puig signed a one-year, $1 million contract with the Korea Baseball Organization’s Kiwoom Heroes.

Several NFL players have voiced frustration about teams passing over Chiefs offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy as a head-coaching candidate.

Former Reds announcer Marty Brennaman replied to an apology Stephen A. Smith made and wished his son’s employers “had been as forgiving.”

Dr. Neal ElAttrache on Joe Burrow: “He’s doing all the work. He’s worked his tail off and been an amazingly mature participant in his recovery.”

Wade Miley on Incredible Hulk tattoo from his son, Jeb: “He loves the Avengers … so I’m rocking it. Maybe this gave me some strength, I don’t know.”

Reds pitcher Lucas Sims’ wife, Dani, found the fan who dropped his nachos while falling in pursuit of a home run ball at Great American Ball Park.

The Bears made their intentions clear with a tweet that showed recently signed quarterback Andy Dalton wearing a Chicago uniform and the words “QB1”.