Vance receives warm reception during Bengals visit despite negative media portrayal: source

A narrative emerged on social media suggesting Vice President JD Vance was ignored by Cincinnati Bengals players during a recent visit. However, a source with knowledge of the event stated that Vance and his family were warmly received, engaging in conversations with players and staff, including a handshake with head coach Zac Taylor. Footage obtained by OutKick, differing from the viral clip, showed Vance interacting positively with the team, contradicting the ‘snubbed’ portrayal.

• Social media claims that Vice President JD Vance was ignored by Cincinnati Bengals players at a recent practice are inaccurate, according to a source.
• A video circulating online showed Vance being seemingly snubbed, but additional footage revealed handshakes with coach Zac Taylor and conversations with players.
• The source stated that Vance and his son had a great time at practice, with no planned media engagement, and were warmly received.
• Despite negative online reactions, Vance, a longtime Bengals fan, toured the locker room, shook hands with personnel, and received a football.
• Quarterback Joe Burrow mentioned he did not speak with Vance due to the timing of his visit.
• Vance was in Cincinnati for a speech at the FBI’s Cincinnati Field Office and a campaign rally.