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Bengals Activate Johnson, Sign QB Clifford Ahead of Week 9

11/1/2025

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Cincinnati Bengals activated defensive end Cedric Johnson from injured reserve ahead of Week 9 against the Chicago Bears.
Trey Hendrickson is doubtful with a hip injury, potentially increasing Johnson's opportunities.
The Bengals signed quarterback Sean Clifford from the practice squad to back up Joe Flacco, who is questionable with an AC joint sprain.
Clifford previously appeared in two NFL games with the Green Bay Packers in 2023.

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Cincinnati Bengals activated defensive end Cedric Johnson from injured reserve ahead of Week 9 against the Chicago Bears.
Trey Hendrickson is doubtful with a hip injury, potentially increasing Johnson's opportunities.
The Bengals signed quarterback Sean Clifford from the practice squad to back up Joe Flacco, who is questionable with an AC joint sprain.
Clifford previously appeared in two NFL games with the Green Bay Packers in 2023.