Aug. 19 (UPI) -- Mitchell Tinsley's roster status remains in limbo, but a stellar preseason and endorsement from Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow could aid his effort.
Burrow was among several Bengals players to praise Tinsley after he erupted for five catches for 73 yards and two scores in the Bengals' 31-17 victory over the Commanders on Monday in Landover, Md.
Tinsley, who appeared in two games for the Commanders in 2023 and also worked on their practice squad, is among those vying to claim one of 53 spots on the Bengals' final active roster. Based on Burrow's comments and his stellar showing, he has momentum toward that goal.
"I sure hope so," Burrow told reporters, when asked if Tinsley will make the roster.
Tinsley later said Burrow's comments "meant a lot," but he owed his opportunities to teammates and coaches. NFL rosters must be reduced to 53 players by 4 p.m. EDT Aug. 26.
