Cincinnati Bengals finalize 53-man roster ahead of regular season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 1, 2026, 11:00 AM
Last updated Sep 1, 2026

The Cincinnati Bengals have set their initial 53-man roster following the conclusion of training camp and preseason play. The team made several notable adjustments, including adding offensive tackle Myles Hinton after parting ways with tight end Tanner Hudson. Ke’Shawn Williams secured a wide receiver spot and is slated to serve as the team's return specialist, while Mitchell Tinsley was claimed by the Houston Texans and Charlie Jones cleared waivers. Josh Newton joins the active roster as Ja’Sir Taylor moves to injured reserve with a hamstring injury. Despite thin depth at the linebacker and running back positions, the team carries a roster largely positioned for their upcoming regular season opener in mid-September. The defensive unit aims to improve its performance through a reinforced defensive line rotation, while the offense remains led by Joe Burrow.
- •Ke'Shawn Williams earned the final wide receiver spot and return specialist duties.
- •Josh Newton joins the 53-man roster while Ja'Sir Taylor moves to injured reserve.
- •Myles Hinton was added to the offensive tackle group.
- •Mitchell Tinsley was claimed by the Houston Texans after being waived.
- •Shemar Stewart avoided an injured reserve designation.
- 11:00 AMYahoo Sports — Bengals Tuesday Trenches: 53-man roster is set
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