Bengals call up Josh Johnson and Joe Giles-Harris for Texans matchup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 20, 2026, 12:51 AM
Last updated Sep 20, 2026
The Cincinnati Bengals have elevated quarterback Josh Johnson and linebacker Joe Giles-Harris from the practice squad ahead of their game against the Houston Texans on September 20, 2026. This move follows concerns regarding Joe Burrow's back injury, as the team prepares for potential quarterback changes. Burrow is expected to start, but if he is unavailable, Joe Flacco would take the lead, with Johnson possibly serving as the emergency third QB. The players elevated will revert to the practice squad after the game.
- •Joe Burrow is dealing with back tightness but expected to start.
- •Josh Johnson and Joe Giles-Harris have been elevated from the practice squad.
- •Joe Flacco would start if Burrow is inactive.
- •Johnson could serve as the emergency quarterback for the game.
- 12:51 AMYahoo Sports — Bengals elevate QB Josh Johnson and LB Joe Giles-Harris ahead of Texans game
"With Joe Burrow dealing with a back injury, the Bengals may have three QBs up Sunday in Houston.
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