Tacario Davis watches as Bengals open preseason with win over Lions
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 14, 2026, 10:30 PM
Last updated Aug 14, 2026
The Cincinnati Bengals began the 2026 NFL preseason with a 16-14 victory over the Detroit Lions on August 14. Former Washington Huskies tight end Drew Sample made his eighth season debut, catching a pass for 2 yards during the first half. Cornerback Tacario Davis, a rookie and third-round draft pick, did not play as Coach Zac Taylor opted to hold him out. Davis was close to participating but was preserved for future games. His last college season included notable performances at Washington after transferring from Arizona.
- •Bengals defeat Lions 16-14 in preseason opener.
- •Drew Sample logs 2-yard catch in first half.
- •Tacario Davis held out of game by coaching staff.
- •Davis transfered to Washington after playing at Arizona.
- •Coach Zac Taylor satisfied with defensive performance.
- 10:30 PMYahoo Sports — Former Washington Football CB Sits In First Preseason Game
"A pair of former Washington Huskies football players made different openings to the 2026 NFL preseason on Thursday.
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