Bengals waive veteran players after final preseason roster cuts

The Cincinnati Bengals finalized their 53-man roster following a 3-0 preseason finish that concluded with a 30-13 victory over the Philadelphia Eagles. Head coach Zac Taylor cited high internal competition and roster depth as the primary drivers behind several notable personnel decisions. Among those waived were edge rusher Isaiah Foskey, who recorded 11 pressures and three sacks during training camp, and primary return specialist Charlie Jones. Quarterback Josh Johnson was released as a vested veteran after drawing praise for his preseason performance, while receiver Mitchell Tinsley failed to secure a spot this year. The team opted to retain all seven 2026 draft picks and maintain depth at positions including tight end and defensive line. Those who clear waivers may be considered for the 16-man practice squad, though the team could pursue other veterans for roster depth as the season progresses.

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