Tue Oct 28 20:20:00 UTC 2025: Okay, here’s a news article summarizing the Bengals’ recent roster moves:

Cincinnati Bengals Place Heyward and Lee on Injured Reserve, Release Veteran DT Pennel

CINCINNATI, OH – The Cincinnati Bengals announced a series of roster moves on Tuesday, placing linebacker Shaka Heyward (fibula) and center Matt Lee (knee) on injured reserve. These moves come as the Bengals navigate a challenging season with injuries impacting key positions.

In addition to the IR placements, the Bengals have released veteran defensive tackle Mike Pennel. The 34-year-old Pennel, who has appeared in eight games for Cincinnati this season recording 15 tackles and one tackle for loss, has had a journeyman career, bouncing around the NFL since entering the league as an undrafted free agent with the Green Bay Packers in 2014.

Pennel’s extensive NFL resume includes stints with the New York Jets, New England Patriots, Indianapolis Colts, Detroit Lions, Arizona Cardinals, Kansas City Chiefs, Chicago Bears, and Atlanta Falcons. He most recently signed with the Bengals’ practice squad ahead of the 2025 season before being elevated to the active roster.

The Bengals will need to fill the roster spots vacated by Heyward, Lee, and Pennel as they continue their season. Further roster moves are expected in the coming days.

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