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WRNYG40 insightsLatest Sep 8, 2026

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NegativeRoleSep 8, 2026Big Blue View

Minimal career production with eight catches in 33 games, including only one reception in the last two seasons; extremely limited depth chart value and unlikely to contribute meaningfully if the Giants need extended snaps at wide receiver.

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NegativeDepth ChartSep 8, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Newly signed to Giants' practice squad; part of the team's receiving depth following Slayton's release.

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PositiveRoleSep 4, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Return specialist Charlie Jones is one of three return specialists the Giants are effectively carrying without using a roster spot, as each can be elevated three times, giving the team 9 games worth of return specialists before needing to roster one.

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NegativeDepth ChartSep 2, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Charlie Jones was cut by the Cincinnati Bengals during roster finalization and subsequently signed to the Giants practice squad. The source characterizes his departure as one of the most difficult cuts the team had to make, noting that he had proven he could make game-changing plays in the regular season.

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NegativeDepth ChartSep 2, 2026Cincy Jungle

Jones was cut from the Cincinnati Bengals' 53-man roster despite having proven game-changing play ability in the regular season; he subsequently signed with the New York Giants practice squad.

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NegativeDepth ChartSep 2, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Charlie Jones, a fourth-round pick from the 2023 NFL Draft, was released by the Bengals during final roster cuts. Jones had been the team's return specialist and was competing for the WR6 spot with Ke'Shawn Williams and Mitchell Tinsley; the Bengals selected Williams for the roster spot instead. Jones has since been signed to the New York Giants practice squad.

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NegativeDepth ChartSep 2, 2026Cincy Jungle

Charlie Jones, a fourth-round pick by the Bengals in 2023, was released during final cuts after competing for the WR6 spot with Ke'Shawn Williams and Mitchell Tinsley. Jones had served as the team's return specialist when on the field. He has since been signed to the New York Giants practice squad.

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NegativeProjectionSep 1, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Charlie Jones has limited receiving production despite his draft pedigree; he has eight career receptions for 69 yards since being drafted in the fourth round of the 2023 Draft. He became expendable in Cincinnati after the Bengals added promising receivers Dohnte Meyers and Colbie Young and found a new return man in Ke'Shawn Williams late last season. Jones is an excellent athlete with a 4.43 forty-yard dash, 4.14 shuttle, and 6.84 three-cone drill.

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PositiveRoleSep 1, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Charlie Jones was signed to the New York Giants practice squad after being cut by Cincinnati; he will be coached by John Harbaugh, who saw Jones' special teams ability up close for three years as Ravens head coach. Jones was Cincinnati's primary punt and kickoff returner, returning 50 career punts for 452 yards and a touchdown, plus 47 kickoff returns for 1,284 yards and two touchdowns. Harbaugh's extensive special teams background—including coordinator roles at Cincinnati, Indiana, and Philadelphia—positions him to develop Jones' returner skills. The source notes this could be an opportunity for Jones to shine.

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PositiveRoleSep 1, 2026Cincy Jungle

Signed to Giants practice squad after being cut by Bengals; primary punt returner in Cincinnati with 50 career punt returns for 452 yards and one touchdown, plus 47 kickoff returns for 1,284 yards and two touchdowns; eight career receptions for 69 yards. Became expendable when Bengals found replacement receivers in Dohnte Meyers and Colbie Young and new return man Ke'Shawn Williams. Will be coached by John Harbaugh, who saw Jones' ability up close for three years as Ravens head coach and has extensive special teams coordinator background (Cincinnati, Indiana, Philadelphia). Excellent athlete with 4.43 forty, 4.14 shuttle, and 6.84 three-cone.

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NegativeDepth ChartSep 1, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Charlie Jones, a wide receiver from Iowa, was cut from the Cincinnati Bengals and chose not to resign to their practice squad, instead signing with the New York Giants practice squad.

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NegativeRoleSep 1, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

The Giants signed wide receiver/kick returner Charlie Jones to their practice squad, adding depth in the return game behind primary return man Braxton Berrios. Jones, a 27-year-old fourth-round pick by Cincinnati in 2023, has averaged 9.2 yards on 50 career punt returns and 27.3 yards on 47 kickoff returns across 33 games.

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PositiveRoleSep 1, 2026Big Blue View

Fourth-round pick by Bengals in 2023 signed to Giants practice squad as wide receiver/kick returner; caught 8 passes in 33 games with 9.2 yards per punt return average (50 returns) and 27.3 yards per kickoff return average (47 returns); offers Giants depth in return game behind primary returner Braxton Berrios.

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NegativeDepth ChartSep 1, 2026Cincy Jungle

Did not make the Bengals' 53-man roster despite being considered for the final wide receiver spot due to his return specialist ability; cleared waivers and did not sign with a practice squad as of the article's writing, a surprising outcome given his special teams value.

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NegativeDepth ChartSep 1, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Did not make the 53-man roster despite being considered a candidate for the final wide receiver spot due to his return specialist ability. Jones cleared waivers and did not sign with a practice squad as of the article's writing.

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PositiveValueAug 31, 2026Pats Pulpit

Waiver wire target for Patriots addressing their kick returner need; dynamic returner for Bengals over past three years with two kick return touchdowns; Patriots rotated through several options in preseason without a return of at least 30 yards, making Jones's proven return production an attractive depth upgrade despite already rostering six wide receivers.

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NegativeDepth ChartAug 31, 2026Cincy Jungle

Released by the Bengals despite being a fourth-round pick in 2023 and the only NFL player with at least one return for a touchdown in each of the last three seasons; cut in favor of present-day performance over past production.

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NegativeDepth ChartAug 31, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Charlie Jones was released by the Bengals despite being a fourth-round pick in 2023 and the only NFL player with at least one return for a touchdown in each of the last three seasons; the team prioritizes current performance over past production.

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NegativeValueAug 31, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

27-year-old wide receiver released by Cincinnati after fourth-round 2023 selection; posted 21 catches on 40 targets for 226 yards and one score through four seasons, dealing with injuries throughout tenure. Darius Alexander notes Jones is a talented receiver with quality return ability and special teams ace credentials who deserves another shot, though he doubts the Giants will add him given their receiver room depth and Braxton Berrios' expected re-signing.

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NegativeValueAug 31, 2026Big Blue View

27-year-old released by Cincinnati after fourth-round 2023 selection; 21 catches on 40 targets for 226 yards and one score across four seasons; dealt with injuries throughout Cincinnati tenure but was consistent special teams ace with quality return ability. Had phenomenal senior season at Purdue. Source doubts Giants will add receiver given state of wide receiver room, as Jones addition would displace Braxton Berrios who is expected to be re-signed before Week 1. Described as talented receiver who deserves another shot.

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NegativeDepth ChartAug 31, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

The Cincinnati Bengals cut wide receiver Charlie Jones during final roster cuts, despite him being on the Week 1 roster the prior season. The team fully embraced competition at wide receiver during the preseason, resulting in Jones and Tinsley being released to look for other opportunities.

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NegativeDepth ChartAug 31, 2026Cincy Jungle

The Cincinnati Bengals cut wide receiver Charlie Jones from their Week 1 roster during final roster cuts. The source notes it was 'admittedly surprising' to see the team cut Jones, as the Bengals fully embraced competition at wide receiver this preseason and opted against complacency at the position.

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NegativeDepth ChartAug 31, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Jones, a fourth-round pick in 2023 and solid return specialist in his time with Cincinnati, was cut from the 53-man roster. He was outshone by Ke'Shawn Williams, Colbie Young, and Dohnte Meyers in the wide receiver competition.

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NegativeDepth ChartAug 31, 2026Cincy Jungle

Jones, a fourth-round pick in 2023 and solid return specialist in his time in Cincinnati, was cut from the 53-man roster. He was outshone by Ke'Shawn Williams, Colbie Young, and Dohnte Meyers, despite posting PFF return scores of 67.5 for kick returning and 69.8 for punt returning.

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NegativeDepth ChartAug 31, 2026Cincy Jungle

Veteran return specialist and former fourth-round pick cut from 53-man roster; represents depth casualty in competitive roster construction rather than performance failure.

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NegativeRoleAug 31, 2026Cincy Jungle

Jones was cut despite being Cincinnati's primary return specialist for the past two seasons and performing well in the preseason finale; against Philadelphia, he returned three punts for 44 yards (including a 31-yard return) and caught two passes for 36 yards. The Bengals decided Ke'Shawn Williams could provide enough value as a returner while offering a different skill set at receiver, effectively replacing Jones' special teams role. Jones was waived rather than released and could potentially be brought back if he clears waivers.

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NegativeDepth ChartAug 30, 2026Cincy Jungle

Waived by the Bengals after competing for a roster spot; was the team's primary kickoff returner but lost out in a tight battle with other wide receivers for the 53-man roster. The source notes he may pursue the practice squad if he clears waivers.

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NegativeDepth ChartAug 30, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Charlie Jones, the Bengals' primary kickoff returner, has been waived after losing a tight roster battle with other wide receivers competing for the 53-man roster spot. The source indicates Jones was in direct competition with Ke'Shawn Williams and other returner options for a roster position.

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NegativeDepth ChartAug 30, 2026Cincy Jungle

Charlie Jones is facing potential removal from the Bengals' roster as the team evaluates returner options. Reports suggest Jones will be on his way out, with the Bengals considering Ke'Shawn Williams as an alternative primary returner.

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NegativeDepth ChartAug 30, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Charlie Jones is facing potential roster uncertainty with reports suggesting he may be on his way out of the Bengals organization. The team is still deciding between Jones and Ke'Shawn Williams for the primary returner role, with the sixth wide receiver spot remaining undecided.

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PositiveDepth ChartAug 30, 2026Cincy Jungle

The source projects Charlie Jones to make the 53-man roster as the sixth wide receiver, noting that the final spot comes down to Jones versus Mitchell Tinsley. While Tinsley may be a better receiver, Jones adds value as a return specialist; he was the return man throughout the first half on Friday night and flashed as a receiver in the second half.

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PositiveRoleAug 29, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Charlie Jones has continued to demonstrate his value as both a returner and receiver; in the preseason finale against Philadelphia, he had a 31-yard punt return and caught two passes for 36 yards, contributing to the competition for final receiver spots behind Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins.

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PositiveRoleAug 29, 2026Cincy Jungle

Receiver and returner continued to demonstrate value on both offense and special teams; had a 31-yard punt return and caught 2 passes for 36 yards against Philadelphia in the preseason finale, competing for final receiver spots while contributing on special teams.

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NegativeDepth ChartAug 29, 2026Cincy Jungle

Jones has plenty of experience in the Bengals' offense and has been a valuable return option, but the emergence of Tinsley, Dohnte Meyers, and Ke'Shawn Williams has made the receiver/returner competition one to monitor closely for roster implications.

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NegativeDepth ChartAug 29, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Charlie Jones has plenty of experience in the Bengals' offense and has been a valuable return option, but the emergence of Mitchell Tinsley, Dohnte Meyers, and Ke'Shawn Williams has made the receiver/returner competition one to monitor closely, putting his roster spot in question.

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NegativeRoleAug 28, 2026Yahoo Fantasy Football

Will play WR for Cincinnati Bengals in preseason Week 3 against Philadelphia Eagles; Bengals starters will not play.

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NegativeDepth ChartAug 28, 2026Cincy Jungle

Tight end facing roster bubble uncertainty heading into final preseason game and 53-man cutdown; source identifies him as a player who could find himself on a different roster or sitting on the practice squad, illustrating the precarious position of non-star players in the final roster decisions.

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NegativeDepth ChartAug 28, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Tight end facing potential roster cut or practice squad assignment as the Bengals trim to 53 men; the source uses Jones as an example of a player whose roster status is uncertain heading into the final preseason game and roster cutdown.

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NegativeDepth ChartAug 27, 2026Cincy Jungle

Jones brings legitimate NFL experience and has been one of Cincinnati's most valuable return options, but faces a difficult roster decision as the Bengals weigh his veteran status against younger receivers like Colbie Young and Dohnte Meyers who have impressed in preseason.

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PositiveRoleAug 26, 2026Cincy Jungle

Bubble player getting extended opportunity in preseason finale vs. Eagles on Friday to secure final roster spot before Sunday 6:00 PM ET cutdown deadline; will compete for reps alongside other fringe players fighting for Week 1 roster inclusion.

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