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Cincinnati Bengals Make Flurry of Roster Moves as Cornerback Room Takes Shape

The Bengals elevated cornerback Jalen Davis from the practice squad for Sunday's game against the Patriots. Davis, 29, has appeared in 52 career games in his six seasons with the Bengals.

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Bengals Elevate RB Gary Brightwell & CB Jalen Davis

The Bengals announced Saturday that they are elevating RB Gary Brightwell and CB Jalen Davis for Week 12. Brightwell, 26, was drafted by the Giants in the sixth round of the 2021 draft out of Arizona.

Joe Burrow News / Field Level Media / November 22

Report: Bengals QB Joe Burrow won't return Sunday vs. Patriots

Quarterback Joe Burrow will not play for the Cincinnati Bengals on Sunday against the New England Patriots, The Athletic reported Saturday. Burrow, who had surgery for turf toe on Sept.

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College players whose NFL draft stock has risen the most this season

NFL draft stock is fluid from the start of the college football season until it concludes. These 20 players have risen up draft boards in 2025 as a result of their strong start to the season.

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2026 first-round NFL mock draft: Three QBs in the top 10

With the month of September in the books, both the top college prospects and 2026 NFL draft order are coming into focus. Here's a look at our latest first-round NFL mock draft as of October 13, 2025.

NFL Draft intel: Five prospects on the rise — including Ole Miss' Trinidad Chambliss

Preseason evaluations of Garrett Nussmeier, Cade Klubnik were a huge miss for NFL Draft 'experts'

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Mike Gesicki News / Pro Football Rumors / November 21

Bengals activate TE Mike Gesicki from IR

On Wednesday, Mike Gesicki returned to practice. No setbacks have taken place since, and the veteran tight end is set to suit up this week as a result.

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NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / November 21

Bengals make multiple roster moves for Patriots clash

The Cincinnati Bengals are set to take on the New England Patriots in Week 12, as the organization aims to advance to a 4-7 record on the season. Leading up to the contest, the coaching staff decided to make several changes to the roster.

Joe Burrow News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / November 21

Joe Burrow Injury: Doctor Weighs In on Return Risks, Possibility of Re-Injury

Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow is pushing to play on Sunday against the Patriots. Should he? I had a question and answer session with Dr. Brandon Bowers

Cincinnati Bengals News / The Lead / November 21

Last-Minute Fantasy Football Week 12 Waiver Wire Adds

The waiver wire is slim pickings at this point of the year, particularly under our ownership standards. We have had some stellar standouts in our previous waiver wire adds, from Rico Dowdle to Sam Darnold, to Harold Fannin Jr., and more recently with Joe Flacco, Alec Pierce and Juwan Johnson.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Yardbarker / November 21

Bengals' Zac Taylor gives huge Joe Burrow update for Patriots game

This past Wednesday, Burrow was listed as a full practice participant for the first time since he had surgery to repair the toe injury he suffered in Week 2 of the season.

Bengals HC Zac Taylor leaves the door open for Joe Burrow return in Week 12 against Patriots

Bengals' Joe Flacco opens up about harsh reality regarding return of Joe Burrow

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Mike Brown News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / November 21