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Mitchell Tinsley’s One-Handed TD Ties Bengals–Jaguars, Marks First NFL Catch

The former undrafted signee turned preseason standout connected with backup Jake Browning, confirming their August chemistry.

Overview

  • The one-handed grab tied the game in the third quarter of Cincinnati’s Week 2 home opener against Jacksonville.
  • Backup Jake Browning delivered the throw down the right sideline with Joe Burrow out of the game due to injury.
  • Tinsley showcased chemistry with Browning in the preseason, recording five catches for 73 yards and two touchdowns versus Washington.
  • Burrow had publicly endorsed Tinsley’s camp performance to ESPN’s Laura Rutledge, saying he hoped the receiver secured a roster spot.
  • The 25-year-old followed a nontraditional route from Lee’s Summit High School to Hutchinson Community College, Western Kentucky and Penn State, then went undrafted, played two games for Washington in 2023, and signed a Bengals reserve/future deal in February.