CINCINNATI, Ohio — One of the Cincinnati Bengals' most experienced offensive linemen is likely done for the 2025 NFL season.

Head coach Zac Taylor told reporters Wednesday, Aug. 20, that guard Cordell Volson will have shoulder surgery and is likely to be out for the year.

Volson, a fourth-round pick in 2022 out of North Dakota State, has started in 48 of 50 games over his three seasons.

“Right now that’s a tough one for him. He’s been a guy that’s really worked hard for us,” Taylor said.

The timing couldn’t be worse for an offensive line that was already navigating changes. When asked about the team potentially needing more depth at guard following Volson’s injury, Taylor acknowledged the challenge: “We’re still working through it. You know, we got guys competing for a lot of the jobs

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