Wilson recorded four tackles (one solo) and one pass defensed in Thursday's 33-31 win over the Steelers.

EDGE Analysis

Wilson has been usurped by rookie Barrett Carter, with Carter and Demetrius Knight forming the starting inside linebacker duo. Wilson did see the field for 26 of 57 defensive snaps (45.6 percent), but he's no longer a reliable IDP contributor.

Wilson was benched in favor of rookie Barrett Carter in Sunday's loss to the Packers, Charlie's Chalkboard reports. Wilson still managed four tackles in the snaps he did play.

EDGE Analysis

Wilson struggled, especially in coverage, last week against the Lions, and the Bengals decided to turn to Carter full-time instead. Barring an injury to Carter or fellow rookie Demetrius Knight, this appears to be a full-time change.

Wilson recorded eight total tackles (three solo) and recovered a fumble in Sunday's 37-24 loss to the Lions.

EDGE Analysis

Wilson matched his season high in tackles, finishing tied for the team lead with linebacker Demetrius Knight and defensive lineman Tedarrell Slaton. Additionally, Wilson jumped on a loose ball after Trey Hendrickson stripped Jared Goff in the first quarter, securing his first fumble recovery of the year. The linebacker has now compiled 33 total tackles (15 solo), three passes defensed and a fumble recovery over five games this year.

Wilson tallied five tackles (two solo) in Cincinnati's loss versus the Broncos on Monday.

EDGE Analysis

Wilson had a relatively quiet outing in the loss, while playing on both defense and special teams. The 29-year-old is once again on pace to surpass 100 tackles this season, a mark he's reached in four of the last five campaigns.

Wilson finished Sunday's loss to the Vikings with five tackles (two solo).

EDGE Analysis

It was a pretty quiet game for Wilson, who finished with a season-low mark in tackles. The good news is that he led Bengals linebackers with a 70 percent snap share after dealing with an ankle injury early in the week. Wilson has 20 tackles (10 solo) and three defensed passes through three contests this season.

Wilson (ankle) was a full participant in Thursday's practice, Kelsey Conway of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports.

EDGE Analysis

Wilson was limited Wednesday, but his return to a full sessions puts Wilson on track to play Sunday against the Vikings. Wilson has recorded 15 tackles (eight solo) and three pass breakups on 92 percent of the Bengals' defensive snaps through two games.

Wilson (ankle) was a limited practice participant Wednesday.

EDGE Analysis

Wilson played every defensive snap in Cincinnati's Week 2 win over Jacksonville, so it's unclear when this injury popped up. It's positive that he was able to practice in any fashion, but his status will be worth watching in the week's two remaining practices.

Wilson logged eight tackles (four solo) during the Bengals' 31-27 win over the Jaguars on Sunday.

EDGE Analysis

Wilson was one of four Bengal defenders to play all 71 defensive snaps Sunday and finished tied with Dax Hill for the second most tackles on the team behind Geno Stone (nine). Wilson is up to 15 total tackles through the first two games of the 2025 campaign and is on track to record 100-plus tackles for a fifth consecutive season. Wilson and the Bengals will be facing a Vikings team on Sunday that will be starting veteran Carson Wentz in the absence of J.J. McCarthy (knee).

Wilson tallied seven total tackles (four solo) and two passes defended in Sunday's 17-16 win over the Browns.

EDGE Analysis

Wilson had to leave Sunday's contest for a brief moment while being evaluated for a concussion, but he remained one of Cincinnati's most impactful defenders. The Wyoming product had his 2024 campaign cut short due to a knee injury, but across his 11 appearances, he still managed 104 total tackles, two forced fumbles and one pass defended. Wilson is likely to continue serving as one of the Bengals' defensive leaders ahead of a Week 2 matchup with the Jaguars.

Wilson (head) has returned to Sunday's game against the Browns, Kelsey Conway of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports.

EDGE Analysis

Wilson has been cleared to return after he went to the locker room to be evaluated for a concussion. Wilson will come back at middle linebacker while Barrett Carter slides back to a rotational role.