Overview

• Coach Zac Taylor said Stone is unlikely to play in Monday’s preseason game against the Washington Commanders and faces a week-to-week recovery timeline.
• Taylor emphasized there are no long-term concerns for Stone’s injury despite his early exit after four snaps in the opener against the Philadelphia Eagles.
• Backups Tycen Anderson and Daijahn Anthony have been tasked with absorbing Stone’s snaps as Cincinnati gauges its safety depth over the next practices.
• The organization plans to monitor Stone’s rehabilitation closely since any extended absence could affect the regular-season opener.
• With nearly $29 million in salary-cap space, the Bengals are positioned to pursue external reinforcements if internal options fall short.