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Cincy Jungle fantasy football takes on Mitchell Tinsley
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All Cincy Jungle insights about Mitchell Tinsley
NegativeDepth ChartSep 2, 2026
Tinsley was cut from the Cincinnati Bengals' 53-man roster despite having proven game-changing play ability in the regular season; he subsequently signed with the Houston Texans practice squad.PositiveDepth ChartSep 1, 2026
Did not make the Bengals' 53-man roster but was quickly claimed by the Texans; had turned a lot of heads during the preseason, making him a notable prospect despite being cut by Cincinnati.PositiveRoleAug 31, 2026
Undrafted receiver who earned a roster spot with Cincinnati through strong training camp and preseason performance, playing in all 17 regular season games with 8 receptions, 116 yards, and 2 touchdowns. After being cut when the Bengals added receivers Dohnte Meyers and Colbie Young, Tinsley was signed to the Houston Texans practice squad within a day, positioning him as a potential major contributor in Houston where the team has struggled to find quality role-playing receivers.NegativeDepth ChartAug 31, 2026
The Cincinnati Bengals cut wide receiver Mitchell Tinsley from their Week 1 roster during final roster cuts, despite him being on the roster last season. The source notes it was 'admittedly surprising' to see the team cut Tinsley, though he is expected to 'easily catch on somewhere else and contribute.'NegativeDepth ChartAug 31, 2026
Tinsley, one of the fun and exciting stories of the 2025 season, was cut from the 53-man roster. He was outshone by Ke'Shawn Williams, Colbie Young, and Dohnte Meyers, catching only three passes in preseason compared to Williams' seven.NegativeDepth ChartAug 31, 2026
Last year's preseason breakout receiver cut from 53-man roster; prior preseason success did not translate to roster retention, indicating either regression or depth competition.NegativeRoleAug 31, 2026
Tinsley's roster status declined sharply after being a preseason standout last year and earning a 53-man roster spot in 2025; he remained in conversation entering 2026 camp but was outperformed by Dohnte Meyers and Colbie Young. Cincinnati's final receiver group became Chase, Higgins, Iosivas, Young, Meyers, and Williams, leaving Tinsley out. While he could return if he clears waivers, other teams may have noticed his previous year's performance.NegativeDepth ChartAug 30, 2026
Tinsley was waived by the Bengals during final roster cuts after the 2026 preseason. Despite being the star of the 2025 preseason and earning a 53-man roster spot last season, he played only okay this year and underperformed relative to other young wide receivers in camp, particularly Colbie Young and Dohnte Meyers. The source indicates Meyers' strong camp performance was likely the primary reason Tinsley did not make the initial 53-man roster. Tinsley could revert to the practice squad if unclaimed on waivers, though the source believes he showed enough in 2025 to be a potential waiver claim for another team.NegativeDepth ChartAug 29, 2026
Receiver competing for final roster spots behind Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins; part of the Bengals' deep receiver competition where roster decisions involve evaluating special teams contributions, positional versatility, blocking ability, return skills, and developmental upside.PositiveBreakoutAug 29, 2026
Tinsley's recent emergence has made the wide receiver competition considerably more interesting; if he continues to show the ability to contribute on offense and special teams, he could force the Bengals to make a tough decision elsewhere on the roster.NegativeDepth ChartAug 28, 2026
Preseason darling from prior year with regular-season highlights now faces roster bubble risk; source notes he could find himself on a different roster or sitting on the practice squad as teams make final 53-man cutdown decisions, exemplifying the volatility of fringe roster players.NegativeDepth ChartAug 27, 2026
Tinsley remains in the conversation for a wide receiver roster spot but faces competition from Colbie Young, Dohnte Meyers, Noah Thomas, and Charlie Jones; the Bengals must decide whether to prioritize established veterans like Tinsley or younger players with size/speed upside.PositiveRoleAug 26, 2026
Bubble player receiving extended opportunity in preseason finale vs. Eagles on Friday to secure final roster spot before Sunday 6:00 PM ET cutdown deadline; will compete for reps alongside other fringe players fighting for Week 1 roster inclusion.PositiveRoleAug 24, 2026
Tinsley is projected to make the 53-man roster as one of six wide receivers; the source states 'I cannot, however, justify keeping Jones on if it means that Meyers, Tinsley, or Young get cut,' indicating Tinsley has secured a roster spot over veteran Charlie Jones.NegativeRoleAug 20, 2026
Tinsley received a one-year extension through the 2026 season and entered camp competing for a larger role behind Ja'Marr Chase, Tee Higgins, and Andrei Iosivas. However, former CFL standout Dohnte Meyers emerged as one of the biggest stories of Cincinnati's preseason opener, producing four touches for 42 yards and an 11-yard punt return, and appears to be leading the competition toward the back of the receiver room. With Chase, Higgins, Iosivas, and Charlie Jones considered safe, there may only be two remaining spots. Tinsley is competing with Meyers and Colbie Young (who had two catches for 28 yards against Detroit and is likely to make the roster as a fourth-round draft pick) for those jobs. Tinsley's previous experience and 2025 regular season highlight-reel catches may not be enough if Meyers continues to produce and Young keeps flashing.PositiveDepth ChartAug 14, 2026
Mitchell Tinsley is an impressive young wide receiver who adds excellent depth to the Bengals' receiving corps; however, he faces competition from former CFL standout Dohnte Myers, who had a nice preseason debut and could take Tinsley's spot on the 53-man roster.NegativeDepth ChartJul 27, 2026
Tinsley is projected to make the 53-man roster as a lock at the wide receiver position. The source notes that after Chase and Higgins, there is a considerable drop in talent, and the WR3 job is up for grabs, though Tinsley is considered a lock.NegativeRoleJul 22, 2026
Mitchell Tinsley is characterized as a fun piece in the Bengals' wide receiver depth chart behind Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins, though depth remains thin at the position.