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Mike Johnson says he's back with Bengals
The Bengals have to make a corresponding move and figure to do it before Monday afternoon’s practice as they prep for next Sunday’s opener (1 p.m.-Cincinnati’s Channel 12) in Indianapolis. The opener against the Colts marks Johnson’s defense-leading 127th Bengals’ game, tying him with Super Bowl right end Ross Browner and leaving him behind only nose tackles Tim Krumrie (188) and Domata Peko (171) and ends Eddie Edwards (170) and Robert Geathers (152) for games played on the franchise’s defensive line.
Andrew Brown, Russell Signed to Practice Squad
The Bengals brought back two cornerbacks when they formed their practice squad Sunday after KeiVarae Russell and C.J. Goodwin cleared waivers. They also were able to sign up one of the two draft picks they cut in fifth-round defensive tackle Andrew Brown, as well as one of their more impressive rookies in undrafted linebacker Chris Worley.
Bengals sign ex-Jets QB Christian Hackenberg to practice squad
Hackenberg’s only appearance with the Eagles came in Week 4 of the preseason against the Jets and he stunk it up. He threw two interceptions and fumbled once.
Cincinnati Bengals: 5 takeaways from cutdown day
The Cincinnati Bengals made some surprise moves on Saturday in trying to get their roster down to the 53-man limit set by the league. The release of 10th-year defensive end Michael Johnson was one of them, as the Bengals decided to go with only eight up front instead of the usual nine or 10 for a 4-3 defense.
NFL cuts Bengals should consider before regular season begins
The Cincinnati Bengals like where they are at right now. After making the cut to 53, the team didn’t claim any players on waivers and didn’t lose any to the wire either, formulating the practice squad of their choice.
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NFL Power Rankings: B/R's Expert Consensus Rank for Every Team Entering Week 1
Thursday night, the Atlanta Falcons begin their quest to become the first team in the Super Bowl era to play in a "home" Super Bowl. The Philadelphia Eagles start theirs to become the first team in over a decade to repeat as champions.
Gurley, Rams happy they won't have to face Mack in Raiders matchup
Gurley and the Rams, rejoicing over the return of Aaron Donald, are preparing for a Raiders team trying to move past the trade that sent star edge-rushing linebacker Khalil Mack to the Chicago Bears.
Paxton Lynch Cut by Broncos After Kevin Hogan Waiver Claim
The Denver Broncos released quarterback and 2016 first-round draft pick Paxton Lynch on Sunday after just two seasons with the team. The Broncos confirmed Lynch's departure, noting they were awarded Kevin Hogan on waivers. Nicki Jhabvala of The Athletic and Field Yates of ESPN first reported the respective moves.
Jon Gruden: Khalil Mack Trade Will Be 2nd-Guessed 'Until the Cows Come Home'
The coach noted the deal was forced after the contract standoff with Mack holding out throughout training camp. The defensive end agreed to a six-year, $141 million extension with the Chicago Bears shortly after Sunday's trade, per ESPN's Adam Schefter.
Robert Griffin III Reportedly to Be Ravens' Backup QB Ahead of Lamar Jackson
Griffin enjoyed a more efficient preseason compared to Jackson. He finished 27-of-41 for 243 yards, two touchdowns and an interception, while Jackson was 34-of-68 for 408 yards, three touchdowns and an interception.