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Cincinnati Bengals' Projected 53-Man Roster Heading Into Preseason Finale

The Cincinnati Bengals will try to post their first undefeated preseason since 2006 when they face the Eagles in Philadelphia on Friday night. For many of the players who see action, there will be a lot more on the line than just a perfect preseason.

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Key Bengals Position Groups Ranked Among NFL's Worst Ahead of 2026 Season

ESPN's Mike Clay dove into the positional units for all 32 teams last week, and Cincinnati ranged all over the place across the 10 total units. They earned the top wide receiver group as their highest mark, along with Joe Burrow and the quarterback room at No.

Joe Burrow News / A to Z Sports / August 27

Bengals Player Profile: Joe Burrow must now live up to an offseason of preaching urgency

Joe Burrow realizes the opportunity in front of him. If he comes back from another injury-riddled year and capitalizes on an improved defense, he can hoist the first Lombardi Trophy in Cincinnati Bengals history.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Pro Football Rumors / August 27

Charlie Jones On Bengals’ Roster Bubble

Charlie Jones has yet to make an impact on offense during his time with the Bengals. The fourth-year receiver has managed to handle an important role in the return game over that span, however.

Bo Nix News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Most TD passes in first two seasons' quiz

How many of the quarterbacks in NFL history with at least 40 touchdown passes combined in their first two seasons can you name in five minutes?

The 'Last 3-TD playoff game by NFL team' quiz

The 'Game-winning-drives record by team' quiz

The '5,000-passing-yard NFL seasons' quiz

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / August 27

Bengals Called 'Logical Landing Spot' For 9-Year Veteran Offensive Lineman

The Cincinnati Bengals did a lot of work to their roster this offseason to form a better group of players with the goal to win the Super Bowl. In the preseason, the Bengals have looked solid thus far.

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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 / A to Z Sports / August 27

Bengals rookie can set a modern record in significantly harder fashion, and Cincinnati should want him to do it

Reps are more valuable nowadays during the three-week preseason, and they should be harder to come by. Don’t tell that to Cincinnati Bengals rookie guard Brian Parker II.

DJ Turner News / TWSN / August 27

DJ Turner Has One Major Advantage Over Other NFL Cornerbacks

DJ Turner has turned into one of the best cornerbacks in the NFL, and now, as he enters his contract season with the Cincinnati Bengals, he has a clear pathway to further build on his case as the best cornerback. Turner has the luxury of getting to go against the best wide receiver in the NFL in Ja’Marr Chase, in practice.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / August 27

Mina Kimes Names Bengals Tight End Who Could 'Move the Needle' in 2026

The Cincinnati Bengals know what they have at the top of their offense: Joe Burrow, Ja'Marr Chase, Tee Higgins, and Chase Brown. But for ESPN's Mina Kimes, Erick All Jr.

Cincinnati Bengals News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 27

Bengals’ most agonizing roster decision looming on 2026 cutdown day

The Cincinnati Bengals have some tough decisions to make coming into the 2026 season. With the deadline for the roster cutdown just a few days away, the front office and coaching staff will need to decide who gets to make it to the main roster.

Chase Brown News / TWSN / August 26

Chase Brown Declares Cincinnati Bengals “Ready” for the 2026 Season

There is still more than two weeks left before the Cincinnati Bengals open their 2026 season against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Paycor Stadium, but Chase Brown already believes the team could take the field today and play.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Total Pro Sports / August 26

Bengals Get Major Ja’Marr Chase News After Frightening Practice Scene

Cincinnati Bengals superstar Ja’Marr Chase went down on a deep ball on Tuesday. Joe Burrow threw it. DJ Turner covered him. Chase landed awkwardly on his left knee and limped off.

NFL News / Yardbarker

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.

Cincinnati Bengals News / TWSN / August 26

Cincinnati Gets Major Relief Following Ja’Marr Chase’s Practice Injury

For a few uncomfortable moments Tuesday, the Cincinnati Bengals saw the type of training camp scene that could change the outlook of an entire season. Ja’Marr Chase was down on the practice field.

Ja'Marr Chase News / Field Level Media / August 26

Bengals WR Ja'Marr Chase sits out practice after knee issue

Cincinnati Bengals star wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase did not practice on Wednesday, one day after an injury that he called a "hyperextension" of his left knee.

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The 'Switch-hitter 35-HR seasons' quiz

The 'NFL passing leaders since 1970' quiz

The '4K-yard, 30 TD NFL seasons' quiz

The 'Rookie receiving leader by team' quiz

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / August 26

Joe Burrow, Dohnte Meyers Stay 40 Minutes After Bengals Practice to Work on Routes, Chemistry

As if all of the reps and catches Dohnte Meyers has had in the last month weren’t enough, Wednesday marked the surest sign that the former Door Dash driver and Canadian Football League wide receiver is making the Cincinnati Bengals’ 53-man roster.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Athlon Sports / August 26

Ja’Marr Chase Update Emerges After Knee Injury During Bengals Practice

The Cincinnati Bengals received another update on star wide receiver Ja’Marr Chase on Wednesday, one day after a frightening moment at practice put his status under the microscope.

Cincinnati Bengals News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 26

Bengals’ Ja’Marr Chase not practicing after injury scare, but don’t be alarmed

On Tuesday afternoon, the Cincinnati Bengals got a scare when star wide receiver Ja’Marr Chase went down with an apparent leg injury at training camp. The injury occurred with less than three weeks to go until the Bengals are set to kick off their 2026 regular season.

Tee Higgins News / A to Z Sports / August 26

Bengals Player Profile: Tee Higgins is the luxury every other team in the NFL wishes they had

Tee Higgins is one of the most important players on the Cincinnati Bengals, and the 27-year-old is right where he wants to be alongside fellow wide receiver Ja’Marr Chase.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Most 1K seasons in first five years' quiz

How many of the NFL receivers to reach the 1,000-receiving-yard milestone at least three times in their first five professional seasons since the AFL/NFL merger (1970) can you name in seven minutes?

NFL News / Larry Brown Sports / August 26

Buccaneers receive major news on Rueben Bain Jr. injury

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers got more bad news from their joint practice with the Jacksonville Jaguars on Tuesday. Apart from getting apparently dominated by the Jags, the Buccaneers also saw first-round pick Rueben Bain Jr.

Cincinnati Bengals News / A to Z Sports / August 26

Bengals solve critical roster need with the help of their most recent opponent in mock trade leading up to final cuts

The Cincinnati Bengals and Chicago Bears just played each other in Week 2 of the preseason. They also each have a problem with their roster. Here’s a mock trade to solve both issues.

Cincinnati Bengals News / A to Z Sports / August 26

Former top-50 draft pick still makes the most sense as Bengals trade piece, but not for the position fans originally expected

Kris Jenkins Jr. has been the prime trade candidate for Cincinnati Bengals fans since long before training camp. I think we were wrong about the position he could be traded for, though.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Athlon Sports / August 26

Bengals Star Avoids Serious Injury After Scary Practice Incident

Cincinnati Bengals fans can breathe a sigh of relief. After walking off the field following what initially looked like a knee injury, All-Pro wide receiver Ja’Marr Chase has seemingly avoided a serious injury.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Larry Brown Sports / August 25

Ja’Marr Chase eases concerns after suffering an injury during practice

The Cincinnati Bengals team and fanbase all held their breath on Tuesday when star wide receiver Ja’Marr Chase limped off the field with trainers after suffering an injury.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Yardbarker / August 25

Bengals receive positive Ja'Marr Chase injury news after practice scare

The hearts of Cincinnati Bengals fans across the country sank Tuesday when video emerged of superstar wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase suffering an apparent injury at practice.

Bengals reportedly have plan to try to keep Joe Burrow healthy through 2026 season

‘He’s a menace’: Bears HC Ben Johnson did not hold back on Bengals star

Ex-Bengals TE CJ Uzomah retires after 10 seasons

The 'Yearly NFL passing yards-per-game leaders' quiz

Cincinnati Bengals News / Yardbarker / August 25

Bengals reportedly have plan to try to keep Joe Burrow healthy through 2026 season

It's no secret that the health of Burrow is once again a concern hovering over the Cincinnati Bengals heading into a season.

Bengals QB Joe Burrow 'trying to manifest' a Super Bowl run

Colin Cowherd rips Bengals: 'Their best scout appears to be Joe Burrow'

Dalton Risner sends warning to NFL about Bengals defense

The 'NFL passing leaders since 1970' quiz

Cody Ford News / Pro Football Rumors / August 24

Bengals To Release OL Cody Ford

Offensive line depth has emerged as a concern for the Bengals as roster cuts approach. Cody Ford has been an important figure in that regard for the past three years, but he is headed to free agency.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Pro Football Rumors / August 23

Bengals Could Pursue T Addition

Orlando Brown Jr. and Amarius Mims are set to reprise their roles as the Bengals’ starting offensive tackles in 2026. Veteran Cody Ford is also in the fold, and he has handled swing tackle duties throughout his three-year Cincinnati tenure.