Familiar face returns to the Bengals and there’s a path for him to see the field for the very first time

The Cincinnati Bengals have signed rookie tight end Josh Kattus to their practice squad ahead of their Week 7 matchup against the Baltimore Ravens. Kattus, who originally signed as an undrafted free agent in May 2026 before being waived during final roster cuts, is the son of former Bengals tight end Eric Kattus. The move comes following the placement of tight end Tanner Hudson on the Reserve/Injured list.

Cincinnati also altered its roster by signing safety Russ Yeast from the practice squad to the active roster, releasing safety Isaiah Nwokobia, and signing linebacker Emany Johnson to the practice squad. With Hudson sidelined, Kattus offers depth as a known inline blocker and is eligible for up to three game-day elevations.