Caleb Etienne was waived from the reserve/IR list by the Cincinnati Bengals ahead of Week 1 against Cleveland, opening a roster slot for veteran Cody Ford who will back up the tackle spots on the 53-man roster. Andrew Coker and Javon Foster were placed on the practice squad, providing depth flexibility for Week 1 and beyond. The move emphasizes immediate depth over projecting development time for Etienne, with Ford stepping into a key swing role.

Etienne, a BYU product and 6'7" developmental tackle, remains a name to monitor as a future option, but the Bengals prioritize Week 1 protection for Burrow. The Browns pose a stern Week 1 test, so depth along the edge and inside the line matters as Cincinnati prepares to deploy a stable, versatile group for the season-opening matchup.