Overview
- The Bengals claimed Jack Kiser off waivers on Monday, October 12, 2026, a transaction first reported by ESPN’s Adam Schefter.
- Kiser was a 2025 fourth-round pick (107th overall) by the Jacksonville Jaguars and played in 14 games as a rookie.
- Pro Football Reference shows Kiser logged 193 of 236 career snaps on special teams and has 14 total NFL tackles.
- Pre-draft scouting praised Kiser’s instincts and productivity but noted physical limits in speed, length, and block‑shedding that point to a backup role.
- Cincinnati’s move is a low‑risk depth addition that denies Jacksonville the chance to stash him on its practice squad and gives Kiser a fresh opportunity to win a roster spot through special teams and limited defensive work.