Cedric Johnson
EDR/DE CIN (10)
Fri 11/21/25 10:53 PM

Johnson (ankle) doesn't carry an injury designation into Sunday's game against the Patriots.
EDGE Analysis
With Trey Hendrickson (hip), Shemar Stewart (knee) and Cameron Sample (oblique) all out for Week 12, Johnson should see reps behind Joseph Ossai and Myles Murphy.

Cedric Johnson
EDR/DE CIN (10)
Thu 11/20/25 7:39 PM

Johnson (ankle) was a full participant in Thursday's practice, Paul Dehner Jr. of The Athletic reports.
EDGE Analysis
Johnson was limited Wednesday and has appeared in two games since being activated from injured reserve in October. Johnson has produced five tackles (three solo) and one QB hit across 45 defensive snaps.

Cedric Johnson
EDR/DE CIN (10)
Fri 10/31/25 2:34 PM

Johnson (calf) was activated from the injured reserve list Friday.
EDGE Analysis
The second-year pro from Ole Miss is now set to make his 2025 debut in Sunday's matchup against the Bears after missing the Bengals' first eight games this season due to an ankle injury sustained in late August. Now fully healthy, Johnson is expected to play a depth role on Cincinnati's defensive line as the season progresses.

Cedric Johnson
EDR/DE CIN (10)
Sat 10/25/25 8:52 PM

Johnson (calf) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Jets.
EDGE Analysis
Johnson was a full participant in practice all week, but he's not quite ready for game action. He's in the final stages of his recovery from a left calf strain that he sustained in early August during training camp. Johnson will look to progress enough in his recovery to be activated off IR ahead of the Bengals' Week 9 clash against the Bears on Sunday, Nov. 2.

Cedric Johnson
EDR/DE CIN (10)
Wed 10/22/25 9:43 PM

Johnson (calf) was cleared to return to practice Wednesday.
EDGE Analysis
Johnson has been dealing with the calf injury since early August and has yet to play this season. He logged a full practice Wednesday, suggesting he could make his first appearance of 2025 in Week 8 against the Jets.

Cedric Johnson
EDR/DE CIN (10)
Wed 8/27/25 9:51 PM

Johnson (calf) was placed on injured reserve by the Bengals on Tuesday, though he was designated to return.
EDGE Analysis
The defensive end appeared in a protective boot at practice in early August and had to use a scooter to get around the locker room, per Ben Baby of ESPN.com. A sixth-round pick of the Bengals in 2024, Johnson made seven tackles, including 1.0 sacks, in nine regular-season games during his rookie campaign. He'll look to solidify a depth role once he's eligible to return after four games this year.

Cedric Johnson
EDR/DE CIN (10)
Sun 8/3/25 12:15 PM

Johnson was wearing a protective boot on his left foot Saturday as he deals with a left calf strain, Ben Baby of ESPN.com reports.
EDGE Analysis
Johnson was also using a scooter to get around the locker room, so it appears he's not close to be ready to practice. The 23-year-old played in nine regular-season games as a rookie last year, compiling seven tackles, including 1.0 sacks. He's competing for a depth role heading into his second NFL campaign.