Cincy Jungle
The Cincinnati Bengals are headed to Pittsburgh to take on the Steelers in a matchup that is crucial for the Bengals’ slim playoff chances. The team released its final injury report, ruling out four players.
Joe Burrow (toe) is out, but he was never expected to play this week. He is still on injured reserve, so he still doesn’t count as a roster spot. Reports are that Burrow is targeting Thanksgiving as his return date.
Defensive end Trey Hendrickson (hip/pelvis) is out, as expected. Hendrickson has not practiced in nearly three weeks, so it was always a long shot to have him back this week.
Shemar Stewart (knee) will also be out, so the Bengals will rely on the likes of Myles Murphy and Joseph Ossai to (hopefully) generate pass rush.
Running back Samaje Perine (ankle) is out as well, so rookie Tahj Brooks could see increased playing time behind Chase Brown.
Guard Lucas Patrick (calf) is questionable.
For Pittsburgh, cornerback Darius Slay (concussion) and Alex Highsnith (pectoral) are the two biggest names sidelined for Sunday.
Cornerback Corey Trice Jr. (hamstring/knee) and guard Isaac Seumalo (pectoral) are listed as questionable.
