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3 Players the Bengals Should Claim After Finalizing Initial Roster

The Bengals have finalized their initial 53-man roster, but plenty of questions remain when it comes to depth at certain positions. Swing tackle, running back, and linebacker all house depth that is either unproven or shown to not be reliable when called upon.

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Top 5 Takeaways from Cincinnati Bengals Initial 53-Man Roster

The Cincinnati Bengals waived 30 players and terminated the contract of four vested veterans to get their roster to the 53-man limit by today’s 6 p.m. deadline.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Pro Football Rumors / August 30

Bengals Cut 34 To Finalize Active Roster

The Bengals saved the majority of their cuts for the deadline. To get down to 53 players, Cincinnati cut 34 and placed two on injured reserve: RB Gary

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Cincinnati Bengals News / Viral Sports News / August 30

Cincinnati Bengals Terminate Contract of Long-Term NFL QB

The Cincinnati Bengals released veteran quarterback Josh Johnson on Sunday as they trimmed their roster to 53 players ahead of the 2026 regular season.

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25 stories to keep an eye on in NFL training camps

The opening of 2026 NFL training camp brings big hope for all 32 fan bases. These are the 25 developments to watch as we progress toward Week 1.

Cincinnati Bengals News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 30

Bengals Officially Cut 34 Players

The Cincinnati Bengals officially cut their roster down to 53 players on Sunday ahead of the deadline. Here’s the full list of moves: RB Gary Brightwell

Cincinnati Bengals News / A to Z Sports / August 30

Cincinnati Bengals cut 33 players, place two others on IR to create initial version of 2026 53-man roster

The Cincinnati Bengals have trimmed their roster down to 53 players ahead of the 2026 regular season. 33 players have been removed from the team in one way, shape, or form.

Cincinnati Bengals News / TWSN / August 30

The Bengals Have the Next Antonio Brown

Not only have the CIncinnati Bengals spoken about Dohnte Meyers, but the fans have spoken on the “Next Antonio Brown.” Clearly that comparison comes from the fact that he is wearing the same jersey number as Brown and his playstyle is somewhat similar.

Landon Robinson News / TWSN / August 30

Cincinnati Bengals’ Seventh-Round Steal Earns His Place on Loaded Defensive Line

Even before the 2026 NFL Draft, Landon Robinson gained massive popularity among the Cincinnati Bengals fans, and that only amplified as soon as he was drafted.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / August 30

Fresh Bengals Swing Tackle Option Hits Market on NFL Cutdown Day

Another Bengals swing tackle candidate hit the free-agent market on Sunday afternoon amidst all the NFL roster cuts. According to Adam Schefter, The Bears are releasing offensive tackle Jedrick Wills.

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The significant NFL players returning from injury in 2026

Be it stars returning from late-season injuries to starter-level players who missed most or all of last season, the NFL features a host of rehab odysseys to follow as training camps near.

Charlie Jones News / Pro Football Rumors / August 30

Bengals To Waive WR Charlie Jones

Leading up to roster cuts, Charlie Jones was known to be on the bubble. The Bengals’ returner is indeed headed to waivers. Jones is being cut, NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport reports.

McKinnley Jackson News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 30

Bengals Releasing DT McKinnley Jackson

Ian Rapoport reports that the Bengals are releasing DT McKinnley Jackson, who could catch on elsewhere after generating trade interest following his request to be moved.

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Josh Johnson News / Pro Football Rumors / August 30

Bengals To Release QB Josh Johnson

The Bengals are releasing veteran quarterback Josh Johnson as part of their 53-man roster cuts, per ESPN’s Adam Schefter. Johnson, 40, is the NFL’s preeminent journeyman quarterback.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / August 30

Bengals Fan Favorite Learns Roster Fate, Cuts Rolling Out From Cincinnati on 2026 Decision Day

The Bengals 2026 roster cuts are starting to flow out as names at the end of the depth chart learn their fates. Cincinnati is moving on from a bevy of names to get the roster down to 53 men ahead of the start of regular-season practices tomorrow.

Mitchell Tinsley News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 30

Bengals Waiving WR Mitchell Tinsley

Charlie Clifford reports that the Bengals are waiving WR Mitchell Tinsley as part of their roster cutdowns. Tinsley, 26, signed with the Commanders as an undrafted free agent out of Penn State following the 2023 NFL Draft.

Joe Burrow News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / August 30

Cincinnati Bengals' Entire 2026 Season Rides On Key Factor

The Cincinnati Bengals have been through quite a roller coaster ride over the last few years, and it's seemingly revolved around the health of quarterback Joe Burrow.

Cincinnati Bengals News / A to Z Sports / August 30

Bengals Practice Squad Prediction: Which 16 players will Cincinnati keep around?

The Cincinnati Bengals will have more than just 53 players in their locker room after final cuts come and go. Here’s how I predict the 16-man practice squad will look.

NFL News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / August 29

Rumor: Bengals Interested in Signing or Trading For Steelers Running Back Cut Candidate

The Bengals' search for running back depth continues as the team is rumored to have interest in a Cincinnati-area native. Steelers running back Kaleb Johnson is possibly getting cut this weekend, and local Pittsburgh media voice Andrew Filliponi noted that the Bengals are interested.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / August 29

Cincinnati Bengals Final 53-Man Roster Projection and Possible Pre-Deadline Moves

The Cincinnati Bengals wrapped up their first perfect preseason in 20 years Friday night with a 30-13 triumph of the Philadelphia Eagles on the road. Some spots on the 53-man roster were finalized in the game, but a couple of area remain question marks as the 6 p.m.

Joe Burrow News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / August 29

'Treat Every Day Like It's My Last' - Joe Burrow Endorses Staff, Urgency Continues as Bengals Preseason End

Joe Burrow is keeping the pressure on himself with less than two weeks to go until the 2026 NFL season kicks off. The star quarterback went through an

Cincinnati Bengals News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 29

Bengals’ Joe Burrow, Bryan Cook go full Rocky Balboa-Apollo Creed during Eagles clash

The Cincinnati Bengals squared off against the Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field in the preseason finale. The game showcased everything both teams had been preparing for throughout training camp, along with some shadowboxing highlights from Joe Burrow and Bryan Cook.