Bengals waive safety Isaiah Nwokobia ahead of 2026 season

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Last updated Aug 4, 2026

Bengals waive safety Isaiah Nwokobia ahead of 2026 season
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The Cincinnati Bengals have waived safety Isaiah Nwokobia as they begin roster cuts ahead of the 2026 NFL season. Nwokobia, who played college football at Southern Methodist University and was a First-Team All-ACC selection in 2024, went undrafted before joining the Bengals. Cincinnati's front office is making these moves as training camp is underway, aiming to solidify team depth for a crucial season. Head coach Zac Taylor acknowledges the pressure to improve following past defensive struggles, with the team set to open the season against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on September 13.

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  • Bengals waive Isaiah Nwokobia prior to 2026 season.
  • Nwokobia was a First-Team All-ACC selection in 2024.
  • Cincinnati's roster decisions come as training camp progresses.
  • Bengals open the season on September 13 against Tampa Bay.
  • Coach Zac Taylor faces pressure to improve team performance.
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  • 11:51 PMYahoo SportsBengals Announce Interesting Roster Move, Waive Former All-ACC Defender
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The Cincinnati Bengals have started to cut down their roster as the team prepares for the start of the 2026 season. Training camp started up last week, and teams all over the league are undergoing roster crunches. Cincinnati is entering a crucial season, so the front office doesn’t have time to mess around. The Bengals […] The post Bengals Announce Interesting Roster Move, Waive Former All-ACC Defender appeared first on HEAVY.

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