Bengals Sign Russ Yeast to Active Roster
The Cincinnati Bengals added safety Russ Yeast to the 53-man roster while shuffling their practice squad.
Updated on Oct. 20, 2026 in Football
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The Cincinnati Bengals signed safety Russ Yeast to the active 53-man roster on Tuesday, October 20, 2026. The move accompanies several additions to the team's practice squad.
Why it matters
The roster adjustments come as the team manages depth following injury setbacks, including the loss of Tanner Hudson for the season due to a torn pectoral muscle.
The active roster is capped at 53 players following the signing of safety Russ Yeast. The team also added tight end Josh Kattus and linebacker Emany Johnson to the practice squad.
The players
Russ Yeast
He is a safety who has been promoted to the Cincinnati Bengals active 53-man roster.
Emany Johnson
He is a linebacker who joined the practice squad after spending the previous season with the Los Angeles Chargers.
Josh Kattus
He is a tight end who was signed to the Cincinnati Bengals practice squad.
Tanner Hudson
He is a tight end for the Cincinnati Bengals who has been ruled out for the remainder of the season with a torn pectoral muscle.
Isaiah Nwokobia
He is a safety who was released from the Cincinnati Bengals practice squad.
The details
In addition to signing Yeast, the Bengals released safety Isaiah Nwokobia from the practice squad. New practice squad signee Emany Johnson previously spent time with the Dallas Cowboys in 2024 and played for the Los Angeles Chargers practice squad in 2025.
Timeline
2024: Emany Johnson spent time with the Dallas Cowboys.
2025: Emany Johnson played on the Chargers practice squad.
Tuesday, October 20, 2026: The Bengals announced roster and practice squad moves.
Sunday, October 25, 2026: The Bengals play the Baltimore Ravens in Baltimore.
Season Trajectory
These roster moves reflect the ongoing efforts to maintain depth as the team navigates the mid-season grind and injury challenges. The club continues to balance its active roster against league regulations while preparing for upcoming divisional matchups.
The team prepares for its Sunday matchup against the Baltimore Ravens with a modified roster depth chart. Kickoff for the upcoming game is scheduled for 1 p.m. ET.
The takeaway
Roster management remains a critical component of NFL strategy as teams look to replace production lost to long-term injuries. Consistent shuffling allows coaching staffs to maintain competitive depth across all positions throughout the season.
Further reading
For more updates on team personnel, visit Cincinnati Football.
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