Chad Johnson confident in Bengals' backup receivers ahead of Dolphins game
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 7, 2026, 10:00 AM
Last updated Oct 7, 2026
The Cincinnati Bengals, facing a two-game losing streak, prepare to meet the Miami Dolphins on Sunday. Wide receivers Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins are nursing injuries, leaving the team to rely on new signings Mitchell Tinsley and rookie Dohnte Meyers. Chad Johnson expressed confidence in the backup receivers stepping up. The Bengals have a history of success in their orange uniforms, winning their last two games while wearing this combination. Coach Zac Taylor's adjustments will be critical to adapt to the potential absence of key players. The league is reviewing an incident involving Jarrian Jones, who injured Chase.
- •Bengals are on a two-game losing streak heading into Week 5.
- •Chase and Higgins are both dealing with injuries.
- •Mitchell Tinsley and Dohnte Meyers may see increased playing time.
- •Bengals have a strong record in orange uniforms.
- •The NFL is reviewing a foul by Jarrian Jones related to Chase's injury.
- 10:00 AMYahoo Sports — Bengals News: Chad Johnson believes in the backup wide receivers
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