Bengals prepare for preseason finale against Eagles while finalizing roster
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 28, 2026, 11:15 AM
Last updated Aug 28, 2026

The Cincinnati Bengals face the Philadelphia Eagles in their final preseason game tonight at Lincoln Financial Field. This matchup serves as a crucial opportunity for players to secure spots on the 53-man roster. Notable discussions surround the decision to keep both quarterbacks Joe Burrow and Joe Flacco, along with potential changes in the running back and wide receiver positions. The Bengals are weighing their options, particularly with rookies and players who have underperformed, as cuts loom ahead of the season opener.
- •Bengals play Eagles in final preseason game tonight
- •Roster decisions include quarterbacks Burrow and Flacco
- •Running back Tahj Brooks seeks to solidify his position
- •Competition remains for the final wide receiver spot
- •Team evaluating defensive line depth before cuts
- 11:15 AMYahoo Sports — Bengals 53-man roster projection ahead of preseason finale vs. Eagles
"The Bengals could opt to keep just four linebackers to start the season.
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