Joseph Ossai - NFL News, Rumors, & Updates

Sitting out against Dolphins Ossai (ankle) won't play Sunday against the Dolphins, Geoff Hobson of the Bengals' official site reports.

Impact Ossai will endure his first absence of the season, potentially opening the door for Cedric Johnson to take on a bigger role. Ossai's next chance to play will be Week 17 against the Cardinals.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Ewers vs. the edge: Joseph Ossai & Myles Murphy hold Bengals' keys to Week 16 Led by Joseph Ossai and Myles Murphy -- the Cincinnati Bengals' pass rush looks to capitalize on Quinn Ewers' first NFL start.

3 DAYS AGO • STRIPEHYPE.COM

Tending to ankle injury Ossai (ankle) did not participate at practice Wednesday, Paul Dehner Jr. of The Athletic reports.

Impact Ossai picked up a shin issue back in Week 14 at Buffalo, but it's not clear if his current status is related or if there's a new problem. Either way, he'll probably have to get back on the practice field Thursday or Friday to have a shot to play in Week 16 at Miami.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Bengals' defenders Joseph Ossai and Myles Murphy are stepping up in the absence of Trey Hendrickson

Cincinnati Bengals All-Pro defensive end Trey Hendrickson is out for the rest of the year because of core muscle surgery

DECEMBER 12 • Associated Press

No limitations Wednesday Ossai (shin) was a full participant at practice Wednesday.

Impact Ossai left Sunday's game at Buffalo in the second half with a shin issue, but it doesn't seem like it was anything severe. He's on track to start at defensive end in Week 15 versus a run-first Ravens offense.

DECEMBER 11 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with shin injury Ossai (shin) is questionable to return to Sunday's contest against the Bills.

Impact Ossai sustained an apparent right shin injury in the second half, and his status for the remainder of the game is now uncertain. In his absence, Cedric Johnson and Cameron Sample are candidates to see an increase in workload on the defensive line.

DECEMBER 7 • ROTOWIRE

The Conversation | Joseph Ossai On Leadership: 'You've Got To Speak Up More. You've Got Younger Guys All Around You' The Conversation with Joseph Ossai

DECEMBER 4 • BENGALS.COM

Gets after Jackson Ossai recorded four tackles (three solo), including two sacks and two tackles for loss, and a forced fumble in Thursday's 32-14 win over the Ravens.

Impact Ossai has been among Cincinnati's best pass rushers this season, and he made his presence known in Thursday's win. His first sack of the game forced Lamar Jackson to fumble at the Ravens' goal line, and he later followed that up with another sack that forced Baltimore to punt in the second quarter. Ossai now has 5.0 sacks on the season, 3.0 of which have come in his last four games.

NOVEMBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Bengals' dominant win over Ravens sparks hope for late-season playoff push

The Cincinnati Bengals have gained momentum with a 31-14 win over the Baltimore Ravens on Thursday night

NOVEMBER 28 • Associated Press

Bears outlast Bengals for wild 47-42 win on Williams' TD pass to Loveland in final minute

Caleb Williams connected with Colston Loveland for a 58-yard touchdown with 17 seconds left, and the Chicago Bears beat the Cincinnati Bengals 47-42 in a wild game that featured th...

NOVEMBER 2 • Associated Press

Trey Hendrickson proving to be critical piece of Bengals pass rush

Bengals defensive end Trey Hendrickson is day to day leading up to Sunday’s game against the New York Jets

OCTOBER 23 • Associated Press

Flacco to make his Bengals debut and face Packers for 2nd time this season

Veteran quarterback Joe Flacco will face the Green Bay Packers for the second time this season when he makes his Cincinnati Bengals debut on Sunday

OCTOBER 9 • Associated Press

Bengals looking for more third down success on defense as they adjust without Joe Burrow

The Cincinnati Bengals are focusing on improving their defense, especially on third downs, as they adjust to quarterback Jake Browning after Joe Burrow's injury

SEPTEMBER 19 • Associated Press

Unable to practice Ossai (undisclosed) is not participating in Sunday's practice, Jay Morrison of SI.com reports.

Impact Ossai appears to be dealing with an undisclosed injury. He tallied one assisted tackle during Thursday's 34-27 preseason loss to the Eagles. His next chance to suit up for preseason action will come Monday, Aug. 18 against the Commanders.

AUGUST 10 • ROTOWIRE

Cincinnati Bengals take Texas A&M DE Shemar Stewart with No. 17 pick at NFL draft

The Cincinnati Bengals added playmaking defensive end Shemar Stewart of Texas A&M with the 17th overall pick at the NFL draft

APRIL 25 • Associated Press

Duke Tobin mum on Trey Hendrickson's future heading into the NFL Draft

Cincinnati Bengals director of player personnel Duke Tobin had no update on All-Pro defensive end Trey Hendrickson, who has requested a trade and has an uncertain status with the t...

APRIL 21 • Associated Press

Bengals Free Agent 'Praying' for Trey Hendrickson Contract The Cincinnati Bengals re-signed Joseph Ossai, who hopes to be rushing opposite Trey Hendrickson in 2025.

MARCH 16 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Bengals appear to have big plans for Joseph Ossai in 2025 Joseph Ossai is back and primed for a big role.

MARCH 15 • USATODAY.COM

Joseph Ossai Looks To Stay Productive Under New Management For Bengals D-Line Mentored by Trey Hendrickson and groomed by Sam Hubbard, Joseph Ossai likes the idea that he’s now a bookend instead of on the shelf.

MARCH 14 • BENGALS.COM

Re-signing with Cincinnati Ossai and the Bengals have agreed to a one-year, $7-million deal, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

Impact The move comes after the defensive end recorded career highs in defensive snaps (543), tackles (46), sacks (5.0) and forced fumbles (two). It also comes with fellow defensive end Trey Hendrickson on the trade block. Ossai, who missed his rookie season with a meniscus injury, has started just three of the 47 regular-season games he's appeared in over the last three campaigns, but he might have a chance to start in 2025.

MARCH 11 • ROTOWIRE

Joseph Ossai, Bengals reunion in free agency has one major roadblock The Bengals re-signing Joseph Ossai sounds good…except for one problem.

JANUARY 14 • USATODAY.COM

Career year in 2024 Ossai tallied 46 total tackles, including 5.0 sacks, two forced fumbles and one pass defended across 17 games in 2024.

Impact The third-year defensive end from Texas saw a significant increase in playing time in 2024, logging 225 more defensive snaps than his previous career high (318) and setting new personal bests in tackles, sacks, and forced fumbles in a single season. Ossai made the first three starts of his career from Weeks 16 through 18, filling in for the injured Sam Hubbard (knee), and recorded 14 total tackles, including 2.0 sacks, two forced fumbles and one pass defended during that stretch. He just completed the final season of his rookie contract and is now set to hit unrestricted free agency this offseason. Ossai is likely to secure a starting role or a key spot in a team's pass-rush rotation following his strong performances as a starter in 2024.

JANUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Has another good start Ossai recorded eight tackles (five solo) including 0.5 sacks and a forced fumble along with a pass defensed during Sunday's 30-24 overtime win versus the Broncos.

Impact Ossai retained an expanded role in Week 17 with Sam Hubbard still tending to a knee injury, and he again made the most of his increased opportunities, forcing a fumble for a second straight game. His snap share in Week 18 at Pittsburgh will still largely depend on the health of Hubbard.

DECEMBER 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Training Camp Report: Healthy Joseph Ossai, Urgent Bengals Defense Make A Stand; Joey O's Safety, B.J. Hill's Fire, LBs' Mission: 'As G And I Go, The Defense Goes' Defensive tackle B.J. Hill set the tone for the play even before Monday’s practice began and linebackers Logan Wilson and Germaine Pratt hel...

AUGUST 6, 2024 • BENGALS.COM

How Health and Trey Hendrickson Are Helping Joseph Ossai Eye A Break-Out Season On Bengals Edge A look behind the curtain at Bengals edge rusher Joseph Ossai's first healthy offseason as a pro.

MARCH 6, 2024 • BENGALS.COM

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