JUST IN: Bengals make huge announcement ahead of Weekend matchup vs Ravens

The Cincinnati Bengals announced that defensive end Myles Murphy and defensive tackle McKinnley Jackson have been cleared to return to practice. Murphy, sidelined with a knee injury since August 27th, and Jackson, also recovering from a knee issue since August 29th, have both been designated for return from the injured reserve list. This marks the beginning of a 21-day window during which both players can practice without being counted on the active roster. They may be activated at any point during this period.

This news comes at a crucial time for the Bengals, as their defensive line has been hit hard by injuries. Defensive end Trey Hendrickson is currently dealing with a neck injury, and it remains unclear whether he’ll miss any games. The potential return of Murphy could be key in shoring up the Bengals’ pass rush if Hendrickson is unavailable. On the interior, Jackson’s return will be important, especially after injuries to Sheldon Rankins and BJ Hill depleted their depth at defensive tackle.