Bengals release offensive lineman Cody Ford ahead of preseason finale

The Cincinnati Bengals cut offensive lineman Cody Ford on August 24, following his struggles in the August 22 preseason game against the Chicago Bears. Head coach Zac Taylor expressed concerns about the team's offensive line depth after that contest. Ford, in his eighth NFL season, had been with Cincinnati for the last three years, appearing in 50 games with 10 starts. He was seen leaving Paycor Stadium in street clothes prior to practice on the day of his release.

• 7:29 PMESPN NFL — Bengals release O-lineman Ford after 3 seasons
• 5:34 PMYahoo Sports — Bengals cut veteran offensive lineman ahead of preseason finale