Cincinnati Bengals name receiver Dohnte Meyers to 53-man roster

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Last updated Aug 30, 2026

Cincinnati Bengals name receiver Dohnte Meyers to 53-man roster
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Wide receivers coach Troy Walters informed Dohnte Meyers via FaceTime that he secured a spot on the Cincinnati Bengals 53-man roster. Meyers joined the team in January 2026 on a reserve/future contract following two seasons with the Saskatchewan Roughriders of the Canadian Football League. During the preseason, he recorded 51 receiving yards on three catches against the Philadelphia Eagles and earned praise from quarterback Joe Burrow for his performance throughout training camp. Walters indicated that Meyers will serve a role on both offense and special teams as the team begins its regular season campaign. The wide receiver spent significant time in the coaches' office learning the playbook to earn the promotion.

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  • Dohnte Meyers earned a 53-man roster spot after a successful preseason.
  • Meyers previously spent two seasons with the CFL's Saskatchewan Roughriders.
  • Joe Burrow noted Meyers' ability to learn the system and his commitment to training.
  • The receiver recorded 51 yards against the Philadelphia Eagles in the final preseason game.
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  • 10:57 PMYahoo SportsBengals' Dohnte Meyers told by WRs coach Troy Walters he made 53-man
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The Cincinnati Bengals shared a heartwarming video of receivers coach Troy Walters telling Dohnte Meyers he made the team's 53-man roster.

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