Overview

• The team confirmed Hendrickson will not play Thursday after he injured his hip in Sunday’s loss at Green Bay and was listed as questionable.
• He did not practice during the short week; ESPN reported he hoped to return in Week 8 against the Jets.
• Rookie edge rusher Shemar Stewart is set to return after a four‑game absence, with Joseph Ossai and Myles Murphy expected to see expanded roles.
• Practice‑squad defensive end Isaiah Foskey was elevated for the game as Cincinnati reshapes its pass rush without its top sack threat.
• Pittsburgh safety DeShon Elliott arrived in Cincinnati and is expected to play, removing his game‑status designation after a personal matter.