Bengals see injury progress in D-line, shakeup in secondary at practice

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Last updated Aug 9, 2026

Bengals see injury progress in D-line, shakeup in secondary at practice
Summary

The Cincinnati Bengals conducted a heated practice on Aug. 9 ahead of their preseason opener against the Detroit Lions on Aug. 13. Defensive linemen BJ Hill and Shemar Stewart showed signs of recovery from injuries, with Hill participating in drills wearing a helmet and shoulder pads. Stewart is moving more comfortably after hyperextending his knee. In the secondary, the absence of safety Bryan Cook allowed Kyle Duggar to start, while cornerbacks Dax Hill and Jalen Davis were held out of practice due to injuries. Rookie receiver Colbie Young continued to impress with notable catches during practice sessions.

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  • BJ Hill and Shemar Stewart making progress in recovery from injuries.
  • Bengals practice took place in high temperatures, reaching 90 degrees.
  • Kyle Duggar started in place of injured safety Bryan Cook.
  • Dax Hill and Jalen Davis did not participate due to injuries.
  • Colbie Young impressed again with catches in practice.
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  • 8:07 PMYahoo SportsBengals observations: D-line injury update, secondary shakeup
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Here are the biggest takeaways from practice on Aug. 9, inlcuding an update on injured Bengals' defensive linemen BJ Hill and Shemar Stewart

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