Boling said Tuesday that he retired due to a medical condition stemming from a blood clot in his right leg, Geoff Hobson of the team's official site reports.

EDGE Analysis

Boling decided to retire from the game Monday, citing medical reasons when doing so. The medical reason he stated was actually stemming from a blood clot that developed shortly after last season ended. As for the Bengals, Christian Westerman, John Jerry and Michael Jordan likely will compete for the Week 1 start at left guard in Boling's stead.

Boling (undisclosed) is retiring from the NFL, citing medical reasons in a Monday announcement.

EDGE Analysis

The 2011 fourth-round pick started 109 of his 111 career games in eight seasons with the Bengals, including all 16 contests in four of the past five seasons. Boling's retirement combined with Jonah Williams' shoulder surgery leaves Cincinnati with an open starting job at left guard. Christian Westerman, John Jerry and Michael Jordan likely will compete for the Week 1 start.

Boling (undisclosed) didn't participate in spring workouts due to an undisclosed injury, Geoff Hobson of the Bengals' official site reports.

EDGE Analysis

It's not clear what Boling is dealing with, or if he'll be ready in time for training camp. When healthy, the 30-year-old and incumbent left guard will look to defend his spot in the starting lineup.

Boling (back) was a full participant in Wednesday's practice, Paul Dehner Jr. of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports.

EDGE Analysis

Boling suffered a back injury during a Week 8 win over the Buccaneers, but appears to have returned to full heath during Cincinnati's bye week. The veteran left guard appears on track to start against the Saints on Sunday.

Boling is considered questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Buccaneers with a back injury, The Athletic's Jay Morrison reports.

EDGE Analysis

Boling's potential second-half absence would allow Christian Westerman to fill in at left guard.

Boling (shoulder) played in Friday's preseason game against Tampa Bay.

EDGE Analysis

Boling's shoulder injury seems to be a thing of the past at the moment. The 28-year-old is vying for a starting spot along the Cincinnati offensive line and his health moving forward will likely have a major impact.

Boling (shoulder) feels he'll be ready for the start of training camp, Jim Owczarski of Cincinnati.com reports. "Everything's been going well. It's coming along well," Boling said. "I've been able to work out and do pretty much everything in the weight room. Just kind of keep taking the time and I should be back here pretty soon."

EDGE Analysis

Boling underwent shoulder surgery this offseason after finishing the 2016 campaign on injured reserve. He's expected to return to his usual role as a first-string guard when healthy.

Boling (shoulder) underwent successful shoulder surgery Monday and is expected back in time for OTAs, Jim Owczarski of Cincinnati.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Boling was placed on injured reserve after injuring his shoulder in Week 15.

Boling (shoulder) was placed on injured reserve Monday.

EDGE Analysis

Boling sat out Saturday's matchup with Houston due to his shoulder issue and the team determined he wouldn't be ready for Week 17. Look for Christian Westerman to get another start with Boling out.

Boling won't play in Saturday's contest against the Texans due to a shoulder injury, Geoff Hobson of the Bengals' official site reports.

EDGE Analysis

Boling was held out of practice all week and his status for Saturday is of little surprise. Christian Westerman figures to get the spot start in Boling's place.