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NFL·PREVIEW·September 19, 2026 04:11 PM ET

Joe Giles-Harris, Josh Johnson elevated to active roster

Both were promoted from the practice squad.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Sep 191 min read
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We have elevated LB Joe Giles-Harris and QB Josh Johnson from the practice squad to the active roster for #CINatHOU 🔗: Via @Bengals on X

What happened: Joe Giles-Harris and Josh Johnson were moved onto the active roster ahead of #CINatHOU. Giles-Harris fills a linebacker spot, while Johnson gives the roster another quarterback option.

Why it matters: Practice-squad elevations typically point to an immediate game-day need for depth or flexibility. Adding a linebacker and a quarterback on the same day widens the club's options for personnel packages, special teams, and emergency coverage.

What to watch: The inactive list will show whether both elevations turn into game-day roles. Any further roster moves before kickoff would add context to how those spots are being used.

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