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Mitchell Tinsley signs with the Houston Texans practice squad

3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 31, 2026, 9:51 PM

Last updated Aug 31, 2026

Mitchell Tinsley signs with the Houston Texans practice squad

Summary

Receiver Mitchell Tinsley has joined the Houston Texans practice squad one day after being released by the Cincinnati Bengals. Tinsley was waived as the Bengals finalized their 53-man roster. During his 2025 season in Cincinnati, he played in all 17 regular-season games, recording eight catches for 116 yards and two touchdowns. Tinsley originally signed as an undrafted free agent with the Washington Commanders in 2023 and joined the Bengals on a reserve/future contract in early 2025. After showing promise during camp and preseason performances, he now joins a Texans receiving corps looking to stabilize its depth. He will work with the Houston organization to build on his early NFL experience.

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By the Numbers

•Mitchell Tinsley signed with the Houston Texans practice squad on August 31, 2026.
•The Cincinnati Bengals released Tinsley while finalizing their 53-man roster.
•Tinsley played 17 games for Cincinnati in 2025, recording eight catches and two touchdowns.
•Tinsley began his NFL career as an undrafted free agent with the Washington Commanders in 2023.

Latest Updates

9:51 PMYahoo Sports — Mitchell Tinsley is quickly picked up by Texans
9:29 PMYahoo Sports — Mitchell Tinsley, WR Bengals cut, joins Texans practice squad | Report

What they're saying

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Mitchell Tinsley played in all 17 games during his first season with the Bengals. Reports indicate he will join the Texas practice squad.
— Yahoo Sports