The Cincinnati Bengals are facing potential gaps in their lineup as cornerback Cam Taylor-Britt, with a hamstring issue, has been tagged as doubtful for the upcoming game against the Minnesota Vikings, as detailed in the WLWT report. Joining him with hamstring concerns is DJ Turner, who is listed as questionable; Turner's situation will likely be a game-time decision, and the tandem has been a defensive stronghold early this season, combining for eight tackles and a Turner snagging an interception.
With quarterback Joe Burrow sidelined post-surgery and defensive end Shemar Stewart also out, the Bengals' squad is looking thinner; starting defensive back DJ Ivey and Marco Wilson are expected to step up, with Dax Hill remaining an option in the slot. WLWT also highlighted the probability of Josh Newton covering for Taylor-Britt, while "Cincy Jungle" mentioned Dax Hill could potentially shift to the outside corner, leaving Newton to manage the slot, according to Cincy Jungle's coverage.
Over on the Vikings' side, they're not without their injury woes, NBC Sports' Pro Football Talk reports the absence of quarterback J.J. McCarthy and Aaron Jones, now on injured reserve – losses that amplify concerns about the team's overall readiness for Sunday's clash.
Trench struggles are apparent for the Vikings as well, notable offensive linemen Ryan Kelly and Justin Skule are both out of the equation due to concussions, and offensive tackle Christian Darrisaw's knee lands him as a questionable participant this coming weekend, "Cincy Jungle" points out safety Harrison Smith, linebacker Austin Keys and linebacker Andrew Van Ginkel are all questionable due to various ailments adding to the list of potential challenges for the Vikings.
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