Bengals Reshuffle, Viewed as Potential Sellers

The Cincinnati Bengals, 3-5 after a 39-38 Week 8 loss to the New York Jets, reshuffled their roster as depth concerns mounted. The team released defensive tackle Mike Pennel and defensive end Myles Cole, placed special-teams contributor Shaka Heyward (suffering a fibula fracture) and center Matt Lee on injured reserve, promoted linebacker Joe Giles-Harris to the active roster, and added linebackers Liam Anderson and Brian Asamoah II to the practice squad. Backup linebacker Cedric Johnson, who had been expected to step into a larger role, was recently cleared to practice, expanding short-term depth options. With the Nov. 4 trade deadline approaching and questions about Joe Burrow’s health alongside mixed team performances, analysts including Bill Barnwell are viewing Cincinnati as a potential seller.