Stewart (ankle) was estimated as a full participant on Monday's practice report, Jay Morrison of SI.com reports.
Stewart has missed the Bengals' last four games with the ankle injury, but his full estimation would seem to put him on track to return Thursday night against the Steelers.
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Bengals' Trey Hendrickson: Estimated as DNP
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Hendrickson (hip) was listed as a non-participant on Monday's estimated practice report, Jay Morrison of SI.com reports.
Hendrickson is dealing with a hip issue, not a back injury as previously reported. He's been labeled as day-to-day, according to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network. With the quick turnaround from Sunday, it might be a challenge for Hendrickson to be ready to play Thursday night against the Steelers.
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Bengals' Trey Hendrickson: Considered day-to-day
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Hendrickson is considered day-to-day after sustaining a back injury in Sunday's 27-18 loss to the Packers, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
Hendrickson received positive results on his MRI and likely has a chance to play in Thursday night's divisional matchup against the Steelers. The veteran edge rusher has appeared in all six of Cincinnati's games this season, recording 15 total tackles, including 4.0 sacks, and one forced fumble. His practice estimation Monday and Tuesday will likely provide a better indication on his availability for the Week 7 contest.
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Bengals' Barrett Carter: Starting over Logan Wilson
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Carter got the start over Logan Wilson and logged 10 tackles in the loss to the Packers on Sunday, Charlie's Chalkboard reports.
Bengals head coach Zac Taylor's comments suggested this is a permanent change. "Barrett has been an ascending player," Taylor said. "It was time to see what he can do in a full-time role. We've given him bits and pieces over time. It was time to throw him into the fire and go."
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Bengals' Logan Wilson: Benched in loss to Packers
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Wilson was benched in favor of rookie Barrett Carter in Sunday's loss to the Packers, Charlie's Chalkboard reports. Wilson still managed four tackles in the snaps he did play.
Wilson struggled, especially in coverage, last week against the Lions, and the Bengals decided to turn to Carter full-time instead. Barring an injury to Carter or fellow rookie Demetrius Knight, this appears to be a full-time change.
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Bengals' Trey Hendrickson: Leaves game with back injury
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Hendrickson is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Packers due to a back injury.
Hendrickson appeared to sustain the injury during the second quarter and was taken to the locker room by trainers shortly before halftime. With Shemar Stewart (ankle) inactive, Cameron Sample and Myles Murphy are poised to see more snaps at defensive end for as long as Hendrickson is out of the game.
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Bengals' Shemar Stewart: Won't play against Green Bay
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Stewart (ankle) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Packers.
Stewart will miss a fourth straight game due to an ankle injury that he sustained in Week 2 against the Jaguars, and his next opportunity to play is Thursday against the Steelers. Myles Murphy will continue to see more work in rotation at defensive end in Stewart's absence.
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Bengals' Shemar Stewart: Likely out for Week 6
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Stewart (ankle) is listed as doubtful ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Packers.
The 2025 first-round pick from Texas A&M managed to practice in a limited capacity throughout the week but is still expected to miss Sunday's contest. Stewart, who's already been sidelined for three consecutive games, has tallied two total tackles across 66 defensive snaps this season. Myles Murphy is expected to continue operating as the Bengals' top reserve defensive end while Stewart likely remains out in Week 6.
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Bengals' Shemar Stewart: Limited in practice
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Stewart (ankle) was a limited participant in Cincinnati's practice Wednesday, Paul Dehner Jr. of The Athletic reports.
Stewart, sidelined for the past three weeks, managed to return to practice Wednesday, albeit in a limited capacity. If the rookie first-round pick is able to practice again Thursday and Friday, he should be in good shape to play in Sunday's matchup versus the Packers.
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Bengals' Trey Hendrickson: Two sacks in loss
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Hendrickson notched two solo tackles, including 2.0 sacks, while forcing a fumble in Sunday's 37-24 loss to the Lions.
Hendrickson was a bright spot in an otherwise ugly game for Cincinnati, recording a strip-sack of Jared Goff in the first quarter, and linebacker Logan Wilson ultimately recovered the fumble. Hendrickson later got to Goff again in the fourth quarter, securing his first multi-sack performance of the year. The defensive lineman has now compiled 13 total tackles (10 solo), including 4.0 sacks, while also adding a pass defensed and a forced fumble over five games this season.
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Bengals' Logan Wilson: Eight takedowns in loss
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Wilson recorded eight total tackles (three solo) and recovered a fumble in Sunday's 37-24 loss to the Lions.
Wilson matched his season high in tackles, finishing tied for the team lead with linebacker Demetrius Knight and defensive lineman Tedarrell Slaton. Additionally, Wilson jumped on a loose ball after Trey Hendrickson stripped Jared Goff in the first quarter, securing his first fumble recovery of the year. The linebacker has now compiled 33 total tackles (15 solo), three passes defensed and a fumble recovery over five games this year.
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Bengals' Geno Stone: Six stops in loss
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Stone recorded six total tackles (four solo) in Sunday's 37-24 loss to the Lions.
Stone maintained his consistent level of play in Week 5, recording at least three solo tackles for the fourth consecutive contest. The safety is on pace to challenge his career-high 81 total tackles (47 solo), which he posted during the 2024 campaign with Cincinnati. Through five games this season, Stone has now registered 34 total tackles (19 solo).
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Bengals' Dax Hill: Five tackles in loss
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Hill recorded five total tackles (two solo) in Sunday's 37-24 loss to Detroit.
Hill was on the field for all 61 of the team's defensive snaps, securing at least five takedowns for the third time this year. The cornerback has now registered 34 total tackles (23 solo) and two passes defensed, including an interception, over five games this season.
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Bengals' Demetrius Knight: Eight tackles in defeat
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Knight recorded eight total tackles (four solo) in Sunday's 37-24 loss to the Lions.
Knight finished tied for the team lead in tackles with linebacker Logan Wilson and defensive lineman Tedarrell Slaton, reaching at least eight takedowns for the third time this year. Through five contests this season, Knight has compiled 39 total tackles (23 solo) and two passes defensed, including an interception.
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Bengals' Jordan Battle: Six tackles in Week 5 loss
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Battle registered six assisted tackles during the Bengals' 37-24 loss to the Lions on Sunday.
Battle played every single snap during Sunday's game, though he wasn't able to register a solo tackle for the first time this season. He has tallied at least six combined tackles in four of the first five games of the 2025 campaign and is up to 38 tackles (15 solo) and two interceptions.
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Bengals' Shemar Stewart: Out for Week 5
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Stewart (ankle) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Lions.
Stewart will miss his third consecutive game with the ankle injury. Myles Murphy has been seeing increased reps at edge rusher in Stewart's absence.
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Bengals' DJ Turner: Solid outing in loss
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Turner logged four tackles (two solo) in Cincinnati's loss versus the Broncos on Monday.
Turner had a solid outing despite the loss, and he's now racked up 10 tackles (six solo) and an interception across the first four games of the season. The 24-year-old will look to improve upon this performance during the team's Week 5 matchup versus the Lions.
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Bengals' Logan Wilson: Logs five stops versus Denver
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Wilson tallied five tackles (two solo) in Cincinnati's loss versus the Broncos on Monday.
Wilson had a relatively quiet outing in the loss, while playing on both defense and special teams. The 29-year-old is once again on pace to surpass 100 tackles this season, a mark he's reached in four of the last five campaigns.
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Bengals' Jordan Battle: Tallies nine tackles Monday
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Battle recorded nine tackles (four solo) in the Bengals' loss Monday versus Denver.
Battle finished tied for third on the team in tackles while playing every defensive snap. The 2023 third-round pick has racked up at least seven tackles in three of his first four outings, and he will look to produce similar numbers during Cincinnati's Week 5 matchup versus Detroit.
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Bengals' Demetrius Knight: Picks off pass on MNF
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Knight recorded 10 tackles (six solo) and an interception in Monday's Week 4 loss to Denver.
Knight tied for the Bengals' team lead in tackles while tying his season-high mark in stops. The rookie linebacker also nabbed his first career pickoff when he intercepted Bo Nix in the end zone after Denver had driven down to Cincy's two-yard line. Knight's NFL tenure is off to a promising start, as he's tallied 31 tackles and two defensed passes through four games.
