Bengals may release defender Cedric Johnson after preseason game

The Cincinnati Bengals completed their first preseason game against the Detroit Lions on August 13, 2026. Analyst Jay Morrison projected that defensive end Cedric Johnson, despite a strong training camp, could be left off the final roster. He is considered a potential practice squad player if he clears waivers. Other players like Boye Mafe and Dexter Lawrence II are expected to make the team, contributing to the competitive roster. Johnson's performance and the emergence of seventh-round rookie Landon Robinson, who recorded a half sack, could influence the Bengals' decision regarding their final roster cuts.

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