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Bengals Elevate Veteran Mike Pennel for Season Opener

9/7/2025

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The Cincinnati Bengals promoted defensive tackle Mike Pennel from the practice squad for the season opener against the Cleveland Browns.
Pennel, 34, joined the Bengals after being released by the Kansas City Chiefs.
He is eager to contribute to a playoff-caliber team.
Quarterback Joe Burrow praised the signings of Pennel, Noah Fant, and Dalton Risner for their veteran experience.
Pennel, a two-time Super Bowl champion, has five sacks and 231 tackles in 138 games.

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The Cincinnati Bengals promoted defensive tackle Mike Pennel from the practice squad for the season opener against the Cleveland Browns.
Pennel, 34, joined the Bengals after being released by the Kansas City Chiefs.
He is eager to contribute to a playoff-caliber team.
Quarterback Joe Burrow praised the signings of Pennel, Noah Fant, and Dalton Risner for their veteran experience.
Pennel, a two-time Super Bowl champion, has five sacks and 231 tackles in 138 games.