Bengals Announce 3 Roster Strikes

The Cincinnati Bengals entered their Week 8 matchup towards the New York Jets trying to construct momentum, however as a substitute absorbed a 39-38 defeat that uncovered lingering issues.

Now at 3-5 and second within the AFC North, the Bengals face mounting stress to deal with roster weaknesses earlier than their playoff hopes slip additional away.

The loss highlighted depth points throughout a number of positions, significantly with quarterback Joe Burrow nonetheless recovering from damage.

Cincinnati wasted little time responding, making three roster strikes because the season reaches its midpoint.

In response to Paul Dehner Jr., the Bengals launched defensive deal with Mike Pennel whereas putting middle Matt Lee and linebacker Shaka Heyward on injured reserve.

Bengals launched DT Mike Pennel. In addition they have positioned C Matt Lee and LB Shaka Hayward on IR.

Clears three roster spots with none additions … but. https://t.co/svFCjYHNs5

— Paul Dehner Jr. (@pauldehnerjr) October 28, 2025

Pennel appeared in all eight video games this season, recording 15 mixed tackles and one deal with for loss.

Signed to the follow squad, he was promoted shortly to bolster a run protection that wanted measurement within the center.

His function remained restricted behind B.J. Hill, Kris Jenkins Jr. and T.J. Slaton Jr., totaling 133 defensive snaps by the primary half of the season.

The Kansas Metropolis Chiefs launched…