Josh Kattus is officially back at practice for the Bengals, getting activated from the non-football illness list on Thursday. This is a big move as teams start to really get into the thick of things, and it means one more player is fighting for a spot.
Kattus Cleared and Ready to Go
The tight end had been sidelined since before training camp even kicked off, placed on the non-football illness list. It’s never easy to start a season behind the eight ball like that, so seeing him pass his physical and get activated is a solid step. Kattus came to the Bengals after going undrafted back in April, so he’s already got an uphill battle ahead of him to make the roster. During his college days at Kentucky, he racked up 38 catches for 505 yards and six touchdowns over 44 games. He even started 26 of those contests. That kind of experience and production in college shows he can contribute.
A Crowded Room in Cincinnati
Now that Kattus is back, the tight end room in Cincinnati just got a lot more interesting. The Bengals already had a full house with Mike Gesicki, Drew Sample, Erick All, Tanner Hudson, and Cam Grandy all vying for snaps. Plus, they brought in Jack Endries, a seventh-round pick, who’s also trying to make his mark. With a 90-man roster, every position is a battleground, and Kattus is jumping right into the thick of it. He’s got to hit the ground running if he wants to make an impression.
With Josh Kattus now officially back in the mix, the competition at tight end for the Bengals is absolutely something to watch. Every rep, every catch, it all matters for these guys trying to carve out a place on the roster.
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Originally reported by Pro Football Talk.
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