Bengals sign Mitchell Tinsley from Texans to bolster offense

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Last updated Sep 29, 2026

Bengals sign Mitchell Tinsley from Texans to bolster offense
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The Cincinnati Bengals have signed wide receiver Mitchell Tinsley from the Texans’ practice squad, adding depth to their receiving corps. Tinsley previously played for the Bengals in 2025, appearing in all 17 games with two touchdowns. His signing comes after a narrow loss to Pittsburgh, prompting the team to seek additional firepower on offense. With injuries affecting other receivers, Tinsley's familiarity with the team could expedite his integration into the active roster. The Bengals will face the Jaguars in Week 4.

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  • •Bengals signed Mitchell Tinsley from Texans' practice squad.
  • •Tinsley played all games for Bengals in 2025, scoring two touchdowns.
  • •Cincinnati lost to Pittsburgh in a close game prior to the signing.
  • •Andrei Iosivas is on injured reserve, increasing Tinsley's potential role.
  • •Next, Bengals face the Jaguars in Week 4.
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  • 2:19 PMYahoo Sports — Bengals news: Cincinnati steals familiar face from Texans to give Joe Burrow another weapon
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The Cincinnati Bengals should feel a sense of urgency after Week 3. Cincinnati lost a close game to Pittsburgh where every unit on the team contributed to blowing the game. Fortunately, the Bengals just made one roster move that show give them more firepower on offense. The Bengals have reunited with wide receiver Mitchell Tinsley after signing him […] The post Bengals news: Cincinnati steals familiar face from Texans to give Joe Burrow another weapon appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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