Bengals finalize 53-man roster projections ahead of NFL deadline

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Last updated Aug 29, 2026

Bengals finalize 53-man roster projections ahead of NFL deadline
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The Cincinnati Bengals are set to finalize their 53-man roster projections by 6 p.m. on August 30. This follows their preseason finale against the Philadelphia Eagles, which provided insights for roster decisions. Key players include quarterbacks Joe Burrow and Joe Flacco, while standout performances have secured spots for wide receiver Dohnte Meyers and linebacker Swayze Bozeman. Tight end Jack Endries suffered an injury during the game but is still projected to make the team. The final roster must be submitted ahead of the regular season, following a series of cuts and evaluations during the preseason.

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  • 53-man roster deadline is August 30 at 6 p.m.
  • Joe Burrow and Joe Flacco expected as top quarterbacks.
  • Dohnte Meyers projected to secure a wide receiver spot.
  • Swayze Bozeman shows strong performance at linebacker.
  • Jack Endries is recovering from a preseason injury.
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Here's the final Cincinnati Bengals' 53-man roster projection before the NFL deadline.

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