Cincinnati Bengals rookies evaluate roles following preseason game against Philadelphia Eagles

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Cincinnati Bengals rookies evaluate roles following preseason game against Philadelphia Eagles
Summary

The Cincinnati Bengals concluded their preseason schedule with a 30-13 victory over the Philadelphia Eagles. Following the game, attention turned to the performance and roster status of several offensive rookies. Center Connor Lew played 33 snaps, while wide receiver Dohnte Meyers secured a larger role over Colbie Young after recording 51 receiving yards. Brian Parker II will begin the season on injured reserve after suffering an injury in the finale. Tight end Jack Endries secured a spot on the 53-man roster as the team's fifth option at the position. Although running back Jamal Haynes tallied 78 yards and a score during the final contest, he did not make the initial 53-man roster and remains a free agent.

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  • The Bengals defeated the Philadelphia Eagles 30-13 in their final preseason matchup.
  • Connor Lew played 33 snaps and remains a projected future starter at center.
  • Dohnte Meyers earned a larger role than Colbie Young to start the season.
  • Brian Parker II enters the season on injured reserve after sustaining a late-preseason injury.
  • The team retained Jack Endries as their fifth tight end on the final roster.
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Brian Parker II will unfortunately begin the year on IR, but he had a strong preseason.

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Tacario Davis emerging as the third corner is a welcome sight.

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