Bengals adjust after Andrei Iosivas placed on injured reserve

Cincinnati Bengals receiver Andrei Iosivas has been placed on injured reserve due to a ligament tear in his thumb. The injury occurred during a special teams play and will sideline him for at least four games. Head coach Zac Taylor expressed confidence in the team's ability to adapt, and quarterback Joe Burrow noted that multiple players would need to step up to fill Iosivas' role, which includes contributions as a third receiving option and run game support. Candidates for increased responsibilities include Dohnte Meyers, Colbie Young, and Ke'Shawn Williams, along with the tight-end group. Iosivas' absence is expected to impact the offense significantly.

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