The Cincinnati Bengals Players in the Most Danger of Being Cut
Summary
The Cincinnati Bengals are preparing for the 2026 NFL preseason and need to make decisions on which players to keep on their 53-man roster. Several players, including tight end Drew Sample, defensive tackle McKinnley Jackson, and offensive lineman Cody Ford, are at risk of being cut due to competition and team needs.Key Facts
- The Bengals have more tight ends than roster spots, with Mike Gesicki and Tanner Hudson likely to stay.
- Drew Sample, a tight end, had one good year in 2020 but has played mostly as a backup since then.
- Sample’s $2.85 million salary makes him the most expensive TE after Gesicki, which may hurt his chances.
- Defensive tackle McKinnley Jackson was a third-round pick but has not performed strongly in two NFL seasons.
- The Bengals added top defensive players like Jonathan Allen and Dexter Lawrence, increasing competition on the defensive line.
- Several defensive linemen provide depth, making it harder for Jackson to keep his spot.
- On offense, Orlando Brown Jr. and Amarius Mims are expected to start as tackles.
- Cody Ford, who earns $2.9 million and provides depth on the offensive line, may be replaced by three rookies.
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