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Bengals lament mistakes in all 3 phases that kept them from going 3-0

A huge reason why the Cincinnati Bengals won their first two games was that they made significant plays in all three phases

SEPTEMBER 29 • Associated Press

Bengals' revamped defense regresses against Steelers as Cincinnati falls short of 3-0 start

The Cincinnati Bengals' revamped defense faltered in a 30-27 loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers

SEPTEMBER 27 • Associated Press

Cedric Johnson's rapid breakout flexes strength of Bengals' defensive line depth The Cincinnati Bengals' defense proved itself yet again in Week 2. Al Golden's unit managed to hold the Houston Texans to just six points in...

SEPTEMBER 23 • STRIPEHYPE.COM

Secures two sacks in win Johnson recorded four total tackles (three solo), including 2.0 sacks, during Sunday's 20-6 win over Houston.

Impact Johnson was able to get to C.J. Stroud for a pair of sacks in the fourth quarter, and he has already matched his career high with 2.0 sacks this season. The defensive lineman was only on the field for 30 percent of the team's defensive snaps against Houston, and he's unlikely to repeat his performance Week 3 versus the Steelers.

SEPTEMBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

1 underrated Bengals player who's been a huge winner in training camp Cincinnati Bengals defensive end Cedric Johnson shouldn't be slept on as a key part of the team's deep rotation in the trenches this year.

AUGUST 20 • STRIPEHYPE.COM

Bengals' Shemar Stewart injury, scheme shift open preseason door for 3 pass rushers Shemar Stewart's injury creates huge preseason chances for Cedric Johnson, Antwaun Powell-Ryland and Isaiah Foskey on the Cincinnati Bengals...

AUGUST 13 • STRIPEHYPE.COM

Bengals DE Shemar Stewart to miss several weeks because of hyperextended left knee

Bengals defensive end Shemar Stewart is expected to miss most of training camp after hyperextending his left knee during Wednesday’s practice

JULY 30 • Associated Press

Improves in year two Johnson tallied 20 total tackles (11 solo), including 2.0 sacks, across nine regular-season games in 2025.

Impact Johnson, a 2024 sixth-round pick from Ole Miss, set career highs in total tackles and sacks while logging 207 defensive snaps during his second NFL season. He missed the first eight games of Cincinnati's 2025 campaign but came on strong late in the year, with all of his sacks coming over the final two weeks of the regular season. Under contract through 2027, Johnson is expected to remain one of the Bengals' top reserve defensive ends ahead of the 2026 season.

FEBRUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Developing Bengals defense ready for a strong Cardinals passing game

The Cincinnati Bengals defense is looking to build on a newfound confidence as they host the Arizona Cardinals on Sunday

DECEMBER 25, 2025 • Associated Press

Good to go for Week 12 Johnson (ankle) doesn't carry an injury designation into Sunday's game against the Patriots.

Impact With Trey Hendrickson (hip), Shemar Stewart (knee) and Cameron Sample (oblique) all out for Week 12, Johnson should see reps behind Joseph Ossai and Myles Murphy.

NOVEMBER 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Practices fully Thursday Johnson (ankle) was a full participant in Thursday's practice, Paul Dehner Jr. of The Athletic reports.

Impact Johnson was limited Wednesday and has appeared in two games since being activated from injured reserve last month. Johnson has produced five tackles (three solo) and one QB hit across 45 defensive snaps.

NOVEMBER 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Ready for Sunday Johnson (calf) was activated from the injured reserve list Friday.

Impact The second-year pro from Ole Miss is now set to make his 2025 debut in Sunday's matchup against the Bears after missing the Bengals' first eight games this season due to an ankle injury sustained in late August. Now fully healthy, Johnson is expected to play a depth role on Cincinnati's defensive line as the season progresses.

OCTOBER 31, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Won't return Week 8 Johnson (calf) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Jets.

Impact Johnson was a full participant in practice all week, but he's not quite ready for game action. He's in the final stages of his recovery from a left calf strain that he sustained in early August during training camp. Johnson will look to progress enough in his recovery to be activated off IR ahead of the Bengals' Week 9 clash against the Bears on Sunday, Nov. 2.

OCTOBER 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to practice Johnson (calf) was cleared to return to practice Wednesday.

Impact Johnson has been dealing with the calf injury since early August and has yet to play this season. He logged a full practice Wednesday, suggesting he could make his first appearance of 2025 in Week 8 against the Jets.

OCTOBER 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Moves to IR Johnson (calf) was placed on injured reserve by the Bengals on Tuesday, though he was designated to return.

Impact The defensive end appeared in a protective boot at practice in early August and had to use a scooter to get around the locker room, per Ben Baby of ESPN.com. A sixth-round pick of the Bengals in 2024, Johnson made seven tackles, including 1.0 sacks, in nine regular-season games during his rookie campaign. He'll look to solidify a depth role once he's eligible to return after four games this year.

AUGUST 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with calf injury Johnson was wearing a protective boot on his left foot Saturday as he deals with a left calf strain, Ben Baby of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Johnson was also using a scooter to get around the locker room, so it appears he's not close to be ready to practice. The 23-year-old played in nine regular-season games as a rookie last year, compiling seven tackles, including 1.0 sacks. He's competing for a depth role heading into his second NFL campaign.

AUGUST 3, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Life Cycle Of A Bengals' Draft Pick: Cedric Johnson's Journey To High Noon As Roster Cuts Loom The life cycle of a Bengals’ draft pick hits high noon in a few hours when the roster must be cut to 53 players by 4 p.m. Here's a look at h...

AUGUST 27, 2024 • BENGALS.COM

Training Camp Report: Versatile Rookie DE Cedric Johnson Opening Eyes; Geno Stone Finding Comfort In Play Of The Day; Bengals Radio Booth Goes National What about this rookie class at Bengals training camp? Add Cedric Johnson to the growing list of those impressing.

AUGUST 5, 2024 • BENGALS.COM

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Bengals lament mistakes in all 3 phases that kept them from going 3-0

Bengals' revamped defense regresses against Steelers as Cincinnati falls short of 3-0 start

Bengals DE Shemar Stewart to miss several weeks because of hyperextended left knee

Developing Bengals defense ready for a strong Cardinals passing game