Bryan Cook returns to Bengals practice, Kyle Dugger emerges in defense
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 26, 2026, 1:39 AM
Last updated Aug 26, 2026
Cincinnati Bengals safety Bryan Cook returned to practice on August 24 after recovering from a hamstring injury. Cook, a notable offseason signing, is expected to significantly improve the team's defense, which has struggled in recent years. Kyle Dugger, who has shown strong performance in Cook's absence, adds depth to a revamped secondary. Dugger, now entering his seventh NFL season, joined the Bengals after a stint with the Pittsburgh Steelers. He has been active in training camp, making key plays, including an impressive pass break-up against Mike Gesicki.
- •Bryan Cook missed practice with a hamstring injury before returning on August 24.
- •Kyle Dugger has shown strong performance in training camp and will provide safety depth.
- •Cook is viewed as a key player to transform the Bengals' defense.
- •Dugger signed a one-year contract worth $1.4 million after playing for Pittsburgh.
- •Bengals aim for enhanced depth across the defensive line and secondary for 2026.
- 1:39 AMYahoo Sports — Bengals’ Bryan Cook Returns as Another Key Defensive Piece Emerges
"As Bryan Cook overcomes a hamstring scare, the arrival of veteran Kyle Dugger bolsters a revamped secondary poised to transform Cincinnati’s defense through newfound elite depth.
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