Bengals add receiver Dohnte Meyers to initial 53-man roster
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 30, 2026, 9:05 PM
Last updated Aug 30, 2026
The Cincinnati Bengals confirmed Dohnte Meyers secured a spot on the team's initial 53-man roster following the conclusion of the 2026 preseason. The wide receiver impressed the coaching staff throughout training camp and finished his preseason appearances with three catches for 51 yards against the Philadelphia Eagles. A former Saskatchewan Roughriders standout in the CFL, Meyers signed a reserve/future contract with the organization in January. He joins a receiver room that includes Ja’Marr Chase, Tee Higgins, Andrei Iosivas, Colbie Young, and Ke’Shawn Williams. Quarterback Joe Burrow noted the receiver's consistent work ethic and quick adaptation to the team's offensive scheme. Meyers remains with the club as the team prepares for the regular season.
- •Dohnte Meyers officially joins the Bengals 53-man roster.
- •Meyers previously played for the Saskatchewan Roughriders in the CFL.
- •He recorded three catches for 51 yards against the Philadelphia Eagles.
- •The receiver room includes Ja’Marr Chase, Tee Higgins, Andrei Iosivas, Colbie Young, and Ke’Shawn Williams.
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"Preseason and training camp had some pleasant surprises for the Cincinnati Bengals. While the team already entered camp with high expectations ahead of the 2026 season, they were only raised after the team managed to stay relatively healthy and had some players step up.Unfortunately, after the preseason has ended, teams must make tough decisions and […] The post Bengals Breakout WR Gets Final 53-Man Verdict Amid Roster Cuts appeared first on HEAVY.
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