The Bengals are juggling protection for Joe Burrow as preseason continues. Lucas Patrick started up front but was benched in favor of rookie Jalen Rivers, with no injury cited. Rivers’ showing fuels optimism about future protection, especially with Dalton Risner visiting to potentially seize a starting spot. Cincinnati also added Dylan Fairchild, Matt Lee, and Seth McLaughlin to bolster depth. If Risner signs, Patrick’s roster security could be in jeopardy as Rivers and the youngsters move up the depth chart, shaping Week 1 expectations for Burrow and the receiving corps.