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Volson Out of Monday’s Preseason Game as Bengals Face O-Line Depth Crunch

Zac Taylor is demanding cleaner execution, with backup guards stepping in under cautious medical plans.

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Nov 17, 2024; Inglewood, California, USA; Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow (9) moves out to pass as guard Cody Ford (61) and guard Cordell Volson (67) provide coverage against Los Angeles Chargers linebacker Joey Bosa (97) during the first half at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Cordell Volson suffered a right shoulder injury at practice and will miss Monday’s game against the Washington Commanders, with his longer-term recovery timeline still unclear.
  • Head coach Zac Taylor publicly criticized the team’s execution and attention to detail as Cincinnati prepares for its second preseason outing.
  • Edge rusher Myles Murphy is expected to be sidelined for about a week, and safety Geno Stone has returned to practice under a gradual reintegration protocol.
  • Veteran linemen Cody Ford and Lucas Patrick along with rookie Dylan Fairchild have been elevated in the battle for interior guard spots.
  • With two preseason games remaining before the regular-season opener at Cleveland, the Bengals must quickly shore up their offensive line depth.