Cincinnati Bengals projected to cut wide receiver Dohnte Meyers after preseason
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Last updated Aug 21, 2026
The Cincinnati Bengals are expected to part ways with wide receiver Dohnte Meyers following the preseason. Despite an impressive camp and a strong showing in the preseason opener against the Detroit Lions, Meyers likely will not secure a spot on the 53-man roster. Bengals head coach Zac Taylor noted the team's focus on finalizing a competitive lineup for a postseason run., projections list Ja'Marr Chase, Tee Higgins, Andrei Iosivas, Colbie Young, Charlie Jones, and Mitchell Tinsley as the selected receivers, leaving Meyers off the list despite his standout performance. He caught three passes for 29 yards and also had a 13-yard rush in his debut.
- •Dohnte Meyers had three receptions for 29 yards in preseason opener.
- •Bengals aim for a competitive 53-man roster ahead of the season.
- •Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins are expected to lead the receiving group.
- •Meyers played for the Saskatchewan Roughriders before joining the Bengals.
- 2:04 AMYahoo Sports — Cincinnati Projected to Cut Ties With All-Star Wide Receiver After Preseason
"Every year, rosters around the NFL become filled with talent looking to make their mark. On the Cincinnati Bengals roster, that is no different. The team’s preseason opener against the Detroit Lions showcased players who are trying to carve out a role on a 53-man roster. Unfortunately for those players, landing a roster spot on this […] The post Cincinnati Projected to Cut Ties With All-Star Wide Receiver After Preseason appeared first on HEAVY.
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