The Cincinnati Bengals surprised fans and analysts by keeping five tight ends—Eric All, Mike Gesicki, Tanner Hudson, Drew Sample, and rookie Jack Endries—on their 53-man roster, building what could be the deepest tight end group of Joe Burrow’s career. While most NFL teams keep only three or four at this position, the Bengals chose versatility and upside, particularly with Endries, whose preseason performance and blocking ability cemented his spot. On defense, the focus shifts to the linebacking corps, where only four made the cut: Demetrius Knight, Barrett Carter, Oren Burks, and Swazi Bozeman. Will this slimmed-down group threaten the Bengals’ run defense, or will a revamped defensive line anchored by Dexter Lawrence mask any depth concerns? With potential roster moves still looming, all eyes are on how Cincinnati balances offensive firepower with defensive reliability heading into the new season.