Bengals' Defensive Shakeup: Trey Hendrickson Sidelined, Shemar Stewart Steps Up
Bengals fans, brace yourselves! The Thursday Night Football matchup brings a significant defensive adjustment. Trey Hendrickson, the star edge rusher, has been officially ruled out due to a lingering hip injury. This decision comes after he was listed as questionable and missed practice this week.
But here's the twist: rookie Shemar Stewart, who's been out with an ankle injury for four games, is making a timely return. He'll fill the massive void left by Hendrickson, taking on a substantial role in a crucial game. Stewart's comeback is a silver lining for the Bengals, but can he live up to the task?
Adding to the intrigue, cornerback Cam Taylor-Britt, a regular starter last season, is surprisingly benched. He's been a consistent presence in the defense, but now he's watching from the sidelines. And this is the part most people miss: the Bengals' secondary will have to adjust without his experience.
The Bengals' inactive list also includes Matt Lee, Jermaine Burton, Tanner Hudson, and McKinnley Jackson, while the Steelers sit Calvin Austin, Andrus Peat, Logan Lee, and DeMarvin Leal.
What do you think about these last-minute changes? Are the Bengals making the right call with their defensive lineup? Share your thoughts in the comments, and let's discuss the potential impact on the game!
