Impact The Bengals reinstated Patrick from injured reserve ahead of Thursday's game, and the veteran offensive lineman should reclaim his starting spot at right guard while Dalton Risner returns to a reserve role.
OCTOBER 16 • ROTOWIRE
LUCAS PATRICK #62 - GUARD - CINCINNATI BENGALS
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Cleared to play vs. Pittsburgh Patrick (calf) is active for Thursday's game against the Steelers.
Activated from IR The Bengals activated Patrick (calf) from injured reserve ahead of Thursday's game against the Steelers.
Impact Patrick was officially listed as questionable for Thursday's AFC North clash, but his activation from IR indicates that he is trending toward making his return, per Paul Dehner Jr. of The Athletic. Patrick would likely reclaim his starting job at right guard if he is cleared to play, which would revert Dalton Risner to a reserve role.
OCTOBER 16 • ROTOWIRE
Bengals defensive end Trey Hendrickson ruled out for prime-time matchup against Steelers
Bengals All-Pro defensive end Trey Hendrickson has been ruled out for Thursday night's game against Pittsburgh because of a hip injuryOCTOBER 16 • Associated Press
Bengals are going all-in on rookies as Barrett Carter takes over at linebacker
The Cincinnati Bengals have been relying heavily on rookies this seasonOCTOBER 14 • Associated Press
Won't play against Green Bay Patrick (calf) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Packers.
Impact Patrick's 21-day window to return from injured reserve opened Wednesday. He earned the questionable tag for Sunday's game after ending the week with back-to-back full practices, but he has not progressed enough in his recovery from a calf injury to play against Green Bay. Patrick hasn't played since Week 1 against the Browns, and his next chance to play is Thursday at home against the Steelers.
OCTOBER 12 • ROTOWIRE
Won't play against Green Bay Patrick (calf) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Packers.
Impact Patrick's 21-day window to return from injured reserve opened Wednesday. He earned the questionable tag for Sunday's game after ending the week with back-to-back full practices, but he has not progressed enough in his recovery from a calf injury to play against Green Bay. Patrick hasn't played since Week 1 against the Browns, and his next chance to play is Thursday at home against the Steelers.
OCTOBER 12 • ROTOWIRE
Bengals guard Lucas Patrick downgraded from questionable to out for Week 6 vs Packers Bengals guard Lucas Patrick suffered a calf injury during the team's season-opening NFL Week 1 win against the Cleveland Browns.
OCTOBER 11 • CINCINNATI.COM
Could return Sunday Patrick (calf) is listed as questionable ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Packers.
Impact Patrick logged consecutive full sessions to end Cincinnati's week of practice, suggesting he's trending toward returning in Week 6. However, the first-year Bengal must still be activated to the team's active roster in order to play Sunday. If Patrick is activated in time, he's expected to operate as Cincinnati's starting right guard.
OCTOBER 10 • ROTOWIRE
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 SundayOCTOBER 9 • Associated Press
Cincinnati Bengals could get two opening day starters back vs. Packers in NFL Week 6 First-round pick Shemar Stewart (ankle) and guard Lucas Patrick (calf) could be available for the Bengals' trip to Green Bay.
OCTOBER 9 • CINCINNATI.COM
Practice window opens Patrick (calf) was designated to return from the injured reserve list Wednesday.
Impact After missing the Bengals' last four games due to a calf injury sustained in the Week 1 win over the Browns, Patrick appears to be nearing a return. He now has 21 days to be added to Cincinnati's active roster before reverting to IR. Once activated, he's expected to operate as the team's top right guard.
OCTOBER 8 • ROTOWIRE
As Lucas Patrick lands on IR, the Bengals turn to new right guard Dalton Risner
Dalton Risner is the Bengals' new right guard even though he has only been with the team for two weeksSEPTEMBER 10 • Associated Press
Placed on IR The Bengals placed Patrick (calf) on injured reserve Tuesday.
Impact Patrick suffered a calf injury during Sunday's Week 1 win over the Browns and wasn't able to return to the game. His placement on IR means he'll need to sit out at least four games. Dalton Risner will likely move into a starting role at right guard in Patrick's stead.
SEPTEMBER 9 • ROTOWIRE
Bengals guard Lucas Patrick expected to miss 'a couple weeks' after injury vs. Browns Bengals head coach Zac Taylor provided an update on Lucas Patrick after he left Sunday's game with a calf injury
SEPTEMBER 8 • CINCINNATI.COM
Will miss time with calf issue Head coach Zac Taylor said Monday that Patrick will be out for at least one week due to a calf injury, Ben Baby of ESPN reports.
Impact Patrick suffered a calf injury early in the second quarter of Sunday's 17-16 win over the Browns. Dalton Risner -- who signed with the Bengals on Aug. 28 -- took over at right guard and should start in Week 2 against the Jaguars due to Patrick's injury.
SEPTEMBER 8 • ROTOWIRE
Taylor, Bengals happy to start season 1-0, even if it was an ugly victory
Zac Taylor and the Cincinnati Bengals not only got a much-needed victory in an opener, they got it by winning ugly and a couple of breaks going their waySEPTEMBER 8 • Associated Press
Lucas Patrick calf injury: Bengals guard hurt in NFL Week 1 game vs Browns Guard Lucas Patrick dealt with a leg injury during Bengals' training camp.
SEPTEMBER 7 • CINCINNATI.COM
Bengals' Dalton Risner makes debut vs. Browns after Lucas Patrick injury The Bengals suffer an injury and make a change in Week 1.
SEPTEMBER 7 • USATODAY.COM
Downgraded to out Sunday Patrick (calf) has been ruled out from returning to Sunday's Week 1 contest against Cleveland.
Impact Patrick was initially deemed doubtful after he injured his calf early in the second quarter, and he's now been ruled out. Dalton Risner took over at right guard and will likely remain there while Patrick is sidelined. Patrick's practice participation (or lack thereof) next week should provide clarity about his chances of suiting up in Week 2.
SEPTEMBER 7 • ROTOWIRE
Injures calf, doubtful to return Patrick (calf) has been deemed doubtful to return to Sunday's Week 1 matchup versus Cleveland.
Impact Patrick was hurt early in the second quarter and limped off the field. His doubtful designation suggests he's unlikely to get back on the field Sunday. Dalton Risner has entered the game at right guard.
SEPTEMBER 7 • ROTOWIRE
Injures calf, doubtful to return Patrick (calf) has been deemed doubtful to return to Sunday's Week 1 matchup versus Cleveland.
Impact Patrick was hurt early in the second quarter and limped off the field. His doubtful designation suggests he's unlikely to get back on the field Sunday. Dalton Risner has entered the game at right guard.
SEPTEMBER 7 • ROTOWIRE
Healthy for Week 1 Patrick (undisclosed) did not appear on the Bengals' injury report Wednesday, Paul Dehner Jr. of The Athletic reports.
Impact Patrick sustained an undisclosed injury during the preseason, but he's now all set to go in Week 1. The 32-year-old will operate as Cincinnati's starting right guard in Sunday's regular-season opener against Cleveland.
SEPTEMBER 4 • ROTOWIRE
Bengals bolster offensive line depth by signing free-agent guard Dalton Risner
The Bengals signed veteran offensive guard Dalton Risner, and coach Zac Taylor said that there’s “absolutely” a chance that Risner will be active when the Bengals face the Clevelan...AUGUST 28 • Associated Press
Third-string QB Riley Leonard shines as Colts beat Bengals 41-14 in preseason finale
Third-stringer Riley Leonard completed 15 of 20 passes for 189 yards and a touchdown as the Indianapolis Colts beat the Cincinnati Bengals 41-14 in the preseason finale for both te...AUGUST 23 • Associated Press
Multiple candidates still in the mix in Bengals' right guard battle
Bengals coach Zac Taylor says there's no timeline to name a starting right guard for Week 1AUGUST 22 • Associated Press
