Cincinnati Bengals

Key Injuries Impact Roster Battles

Key Injuries Impact Roster Battles

Shemar Stewart (knee hyperextension) out weeks but could return Week 1. B.J. Hill on PUP (foot). Dax Hill hamstring injury (missed third straight practice) opens nickel competition for DJ Ivey and Jalen Davis. Bryan Cook not practicing on Friday (reason unknown, may be precautionary). Injuries are creating opportunities for Howell, Foskey, Ivey, and others.

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Updated Aug 11, 2026