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Bengals prepare for season opener against Buccaneers with defensive status updates

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Last updated Sep 9, 2026

Bengals prepare for season opener against Buccaneers with defensive status updates
Summary

The Cincinnati Bengals continue preparations for their 2026 NFL season opener against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers this Sunday. Head coach Zac Taylor indicated that cornerback Dax Hill is expected to play following his recovery from a hamstring injury that sidelined him during the preseason. Additionally, the team is evaluating the availability of pass rusher Shemar Stewart, who is recovering from a knee hyperextension suffered during training camp. The defensive unit aims to improve its performance after the acquisition of Dexter Lawrence. The Bengals look to address previous injury struggles as they host the Buccaneers at 1:00 pm ET in Cincinnati.

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Status Watch
  • •Bengals host Buccaneers in the 2026 NFL season opener this Sunday.
  • •Cornerback Dax Hill appears on track to play after a hamstring injury.
  • •Pass rusher Shemar Stewart is a possibility to play while recovering from a knee injury.
  • •Cincinnati recently added pass rusher Dexter Lawrence to bolster the defense.
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The 2026 NFL regular season kicks off tonight with a primetime matchup between the two participants of Super Bowl LX, the champion Seattle Seahawks and their opponents, the New England Patriots. This coming Sunday will be the first full slate of games this fall. The Cincinnati Bengals will begin their season at home against the visiting Tampa Bay […] The post Bengals news: This Buccaneers player just said what fans already know about Joe Burrow appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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The Cincinnati Bengals are just a few days away from kicking off their 2026 NFL season against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers . The Bengals are hoping for a healthy season this year after their 2025 campaign was derailed by injuries. On Wednesday, the team got a positive update on two key members of their defense heading into Week 1. First, head coach […] The post Bengals news: Cincinnati gets 2 huge updates for Buccaneers clash appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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