Shaka Heyward faces accusations of hip-drop tackle on Colston Loveland
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 23, 2026, 6:20 PM
Last updated Aug 23, 2026
Cincinnati Bengals linebacker Shaka Heyward is accused of executing a blatant hip-drop tackle on Chicago Bears tight end Colston Loveland during a preseason game on August 22 at Paycor Stadium. NFL Network analyst Adam Rank commented on the incident, expressing concern over potential injuries and criticizing officials for missed penalties. Heyward, who played 12 games in 2025, recently returned from a hairline fracture of his left fibula. Loveland had previously made a pivotal catch against the Bengals in last season's Week 9 matchup.
- •Heyward allegedly tackled Loveland in a preseason game.
- •The game took place on August 22 at Paycor Stadium.
- •Loveland avoided injury according to Rank's comments.
- •Heyward is returning after a previous injury in 2025.
- •Rank criticized officiating for missing roughing penalties.
- 6:20 PMYahoo Sports — Shaka Heyward accused of 'blatant hip-drop' tackle of Colston Loveland
"NFL Network's Adam Rank was among those accusing Cincinnati Bengals LB Shaka Heyward of a "hip-drop tackle" of Chicago Bears TE Colston Loveland.
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