Days after cutting ties with the embattled Jermaine Burton, the Cincinnati Bengals moved quickly to bring in a new weapon for Joe Burrow, signing versatile Ohio State product Xavier Johnson to the practice squad. The move came less than 24 hours after Burton’s abrupt suspension and release in Week 14. The suspension was announced roughly 90 minutes before kickoff in Buffalo, before his release became official on Monday.

“Bengals add WR Xavier Johnson to the practice squad in the wake of Jermaine Burton’s release,” wrote Ben Baby on X. “Johnson was on Houston’s practice squad in 2024 and unsigned so far this season.” Johnson, a 6’1″ former Ohio State weapon, lined up at receiver, running back, and returned kicks in college, giving Cincinnati a versatile depth piece who can fill multiple

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