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

A source familiar with JD Vance’s visit to a Cincinnati Bengals practice said he and his son were warmly received, disputing social media claims that players largely ignored the vice-president. The differing accounts matter because an initial video, without clear audio, prompted claims that Vance had been snubbed.

Additional footage reportedly showed Vance talking with players and staff, shaking hands with head coach Zac Taylor and speaking with defensive lineman Dexter Lawrence. Vance, an Ohio native and Bengals fan, toured the locker room, played catch with his family and left with a football; quarterback Joe Burrow said he did not speak with him. The visit had no planned media engagement and took place alongside Vance’s trip to Cincinnati for an FBI speech and a campaign rally.