Noah Thomas scores first NFL touchdown in Bengals preseason game
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 23, 2026, 1:08 PM
Last updated Aug 23, 2026

Former Georgia wide receiver Noah Thomas scored his first career NFL touchdown for the Cincinnati Bengals during their 27-9 preseason victory over the Chicago Bears on August 23, 2026. His 20-yard reception from quarterback Sean Clifford came in the second half. Thomas, who went undrafted in the 2026 NFL draft, is competing for a roster spot with the Bengals. His performance highlighted his potential as a possession receiver capable of making contested catches. Thomas' former teammate, Colbie Young, also contributed with a touchdown in the first half.
- •Noah Thomas scored his first NFL touchdown in the preseason game.
- •The Bengals won 27-9 against the Bears.
- •Thomas caught one pass for 20 yards from Sean Clifford.
- •Colbie Young also caught a touchdown pass for the Bengals.
- •The game took place on August 23, 2026.
- 1:08 PMYahoo Sports — Former Georgia WR scores first career NFL touchdown
"Former Georgia wide receiver Noah Thomas scored his first NFL touchdown during the Bengals preseason win over Chicago.
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