1996 Cincinnati Bengals season

The 1996 Cincinnati Bengals season was the team's 29th year in professional football and its 27th with the National Football League. Carl Pickens became the first member of the Bengals to have 100 receptions in a season.

Awards and records

 * Carl Pickens, Franchise Record, Most Receptions in One Season, 100 Receptions
 * Carl Pickens, Led AFC, Receptions, 100 Receptions

Milestones

 * Carl Pickens, 3rd 1000 Yard Receiving Season, 1,180 yards