"The Bengals are proud to call Paycor Stadium our home and to keep our future here in Cincinnati where it belongs," said Blackburn. Hamilton County commissioners approved the deal with a 2-0 vote, while Commissioner Alicia Reece abstained, citing the need to review the full lease before offering her support.

The Cincinnati Bengals have agreed in principle on a new stadium lease with Hamilton County. County commissioners approved a term sheet on Thursday that will keep the team in Cincinnati playing home games at Paycor Stadium through 2036, according to a team spokesperson.

The Cincinnati Bengals and Hamilton County leaders have reached a tentative deal for $470 million in renovations to Paycor Stadium.