Dax Hill eyes return for Cincinnati Bengals opener against Tampa Bay

Cincinnati Bengals cornerback Dax Hill expects to participate in the season opener against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on September 13. Hill has been sidelined during recent training camp sessions due to leg muscle tightness. The fifth-year defender resumed team drills last week and is monitoring his status as he prepares to reclaim his starting outside corner position. His potential availability remains a primary consideration for the coaching staff, particularly with rookie Tacario Davis and DJ Ivey seeing increased work during the final weeks of camp. Hill stated his preparation relies on how his body responds to activity throughout the week leading up to Sunday.

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