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Cincy Jungle fantasy football takes on Dohnte Meyers
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All Cincy Jungle insights about Dohnte Meyers
PositiveRoleSep 1, 2026
One of two very promising receivers the Bengals found this offseason that made Charlie Jones expendable; part of Cincinnati's receiver upgrade that reduced Jones' role and value.NegativeDepth ChartAug 31, 2026
Receiver who made the Cincinnati Bengals roster, contributing to the team's receiver depth and directly leading to Mitchell Tinsley's release.PositiveDepth ChartAug 31, 2026
Zero-star recruit who made the 53-man roster despite being a lower-priority prospect; worked DoorDash until 3 AM to fund his NFL dream; represents the Bengals' focus on character and present performance over draft pedigree.PositiveRoleAug 31, 2026
Meyers made the Bengals' 53-man roster at age 26 after an improbable journey from no D1 offers to CFL tryout to NFL. He led the team in preseason receptions (11 on 13 targets) and receiving yards (121), earning his spot on the most talented wide receiver corps in the NFL.PositiveRoleAug 31, 2026
Meyers emerged during the 2026 preseason and earned a spot on Cincinnati's final receiver group (Chase, Higgins, Iosivas, Young, Meyers, Williams), outperforming Mitchell Tinsley in the receiver competition.PositiveRoleAug 30, 2026
Dohnte Meyers impressed throughout the 2026 preseason camp and is likely the primary reason Mitchell Tinsley was waived. The source notes that if the Bengals opt to keep only 5 wide receivers while maintaining 5 tight ends on the roster, Meyers would become the primary return man, suggesting he has earned a significant role in the offense and special teams.NegativeDepth ChartAug 30, 2026
The source projects Dohnte Meyers as a wide receiver on the 53-man roster with no changes from previous editions.NegativeBreakoutAug 29, 2026
Receiver who entered training camp as a relatively unknown CFL player has emerged as a legitimate roster lock; caught 3 passes for 51 yards on 3 targets in the preseason finale (accounting for 51 of Cincinnati's 60 yards on opening drive with catches of 9, 17, and 25 yards), finishing the preseason with 11 catches for 121 yards plus 22 rushing yards, 54 kickoff-return yards, and 45 punt-return yards; the source notes the Bengals would be taking an enormous risk trying to sneak him onto the practice squad, shifting the question from whether he makes the roster to how Cincinnati plans to use him.PositiveBreakoutAug 29, 2026
Meyers' emergence as part of a competitive wide receiver group has made the receiver/returner competition one to monitor closely; his rise threatens roster spots for established players like Charlie Jones.PositiveDepth ChartAug 28, 2026
Wide receiver competing on roster bubble in final preseason game; source highlights him as an example of a young player 'going off and showing they belong on an NFL roster,' positioning him as a potential roster winner in the preseason cutdown process.PositiveRoleAug 27, 2026
Receiver putting in significant extra work during training camp to earn his roster spot. Joe Burrow stayed on the field after practice to throw deep balls to Meyers, indicating targeted development work. The source notes that Meyers has put in considerable extra work to make the squad, suggesting he is pushing for increased offensive role and opportunity.PositiveBreakoutAug 27, 2026
Meyers has transformed from an intriguing CFL addition into a player the Bengals increasingly feel compelled to find roster room for; in Week 2 preseason against Chicago, he caught five passes for 41 yards, added a nine-yard run, and contributed as a returner, with his versatility becoming a major part of his roster argument.PositiveDepth ChartAug 26, 2026
Former CFL wide receiver Meyers has secured his spot on the Cincinnati Bengals' 53-man roster through strong preseason and training camp performance. In two preseason outings, he caught 8 of 10 targets for 70 yards plus 2 runs for 22 yards; also returned 2 kickoffs for 54 yards and 3 punts for 45 yards. Most significantly, Meyers was running with the starting offense during practice and caught a TD from Joe Burrow in 7v7 drills. After practice, Burrow spent approximately 40 minutes in an extended post-practice throwing session with Meyers—a sign that a veteran QB would not invest that time in a player facing roster cuts. Meyers is all but guaranteed a spot on the 53-man roster when final cuts are made.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.PositiveDepth ChartAug 26, 2026
Listed as a lock on the Bengals' 53-man roster at WR5; the source notes that Meyers has earned his spot as WR5 and cannot justify keeping Charlie Jones on the locks list without also keeping Meyers and Young.PositiveBreakoutAug 26, 2026
Rookie wide receiver Dohnte Meyers (age 26, former CFL signee) is one of three camp MVP candidates for the Bengals and has impressed throughout training camp, making a strong impression on the organization. He is pushing hard to make the 53-man roster and has an edge over established returner Charlie Jones due to his camp performance.PositiveDepth ChartAug 25, 2026
Former CFL wide receiver has been the surprise of camp and preseason, elevating from facing an uphill climb just to make the practice squad to now likely securing a spot on the 53-man roster.PositiveRoleAug 24, 2026
Meyers 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 Meyers has secured a roster spot over veteran Charlie Jones.PositiveRoleAug 23, 2026
Wideout Dohnte Meyers has skyrocketed in preseason competition for final roster spots; the source highlights him as one of the Bengals' standout performers this month alongside Landon Robinson.PositiveRoleAug 23, 2026
First-year wide receiver Dohnte Meyers continued his remarkable push for a roster spot with another strong preseason performance against Chicago. The source highlights him as one of the biggest stories of the Bengals' 27-9 preseason win, indicating sustained momentum in his bid to make the 53-man roster.PositiveRoleAug 23, 2026
Former CFL standout wide receiver strengthening his push for the 53-man roster through strong preseason performance; finished with 5 receptions for 41 yards, 1 rush for 9 yards, 2 punt returns for 34 yards, and 2 kickoff returns for 54 yards in the Bengals' 27-9 preseason win over the Bears. Meyers has showcased ability to produce yards after the catch across multiple phases, and the source notes he has made his case that he deserves a spot on the 2026 roster despite the Bengals' deep wide receiver room.PositiveRoleAug 23, 2026
Meyers is competing for one of two remaining WR5/WR6 roster spots alongside Young and Tinsley. A camp favorite throughout the offseason, he led the receiving room with Higgins and Chase sidelined, finishing with five catches (team-leading) for 41 yards and one rush for nine yards in the preseason game against the Bears.PositiveBreakoutAug 21, 2026
Wide receiver with a compelling roster story; transitioned from DoorDash driver and CFL play to competing for a Bengals roster spot. In his preseason debut against Detroit, Meyers recorded three receptions and a 13-yard carry on a reverse, and can also return punts and kickoffs. The source highlights his ability to get quick separation, use in gadget situations, and high-level CFL production as assets. He is competing for snaps in "arguably the best receiver room in the league" and could push for a roster spot with another strong performance against Chicago.PositiveRoleAug 20, 2026
Special teams player made big plays on kickoff returns, fielding a return and finding a seam around the 25-yard line with a likely 1-on-1 chance to make a man miss around the 40 and take it for a TD if playing live; could be a path to a roster spot for the former CFL product.PositiveBreakoutAug 20, 2026
Meyers, a former CFL standout, was one of the biggest stories of Cincinnati's preseason opener against Detroit, producing four touches for 42 yards and adding an 11-yard punt return. Bengals.com noted that Meyers appears to be leading the competition toward the back of the receiver room, creating a fascinating numbers game for the remaining receiver spots behind the established starters (Chase, Higgins, Iosivas, and Jones). Meyers' strong performance has made the roster decisions more difficult and threatens the roster security of established receivers like Mitchell Tinsley.PositiveBreakoutAug 19, 2026
Wide receiver Dohnte Meyers led the Bengals in receiving yards in the first preseason game and has been the talk of training camp, demonstrating early standout performance as a rookie pushing for roster and depth chart advancement.NegativeDepth ChartAug 18, 2026
Listed as a bubble player fighting for one of the last two roster spots at wide receiver; the source notes that Meyers, Tinsley, and Young are competing for these final positions.PositiveBreakoutAug 14, 2026
Former CFL standout Dohnte Myers had a nice preseason debut after making plays throughout training camp; he has a chance to take Mitchell Tinsley's spot on the 53-man roster, and the Bengals will almost certainly try to get him onto the practice squad if he's waived.PositiveBreakoutAug 14, 2026
Meyers is grinding for a roster spot in a crowded receiver room and was a joy to watch in second-half action. He made a few nice catches showing versatility and had a nice 13-yard sprint as a rusher, demonstrating he can contribute in multiple ways.PositiveBreakoutAug 3, 2026
The source notes that Dohnte Meyers 'just keeps showing up' during training camp, suggesting consistent positive performance and visibility during the first day of pads.