Trae Waynes

The Cincinnati Bengals released cornerback Trae Waynes today.

Fantasy Impact

The former first-round pick played five games for Cincinnati last season. In 79 career games, he has collected seven interceptions, 43 pass deflections, one sack, and 259 tackles.

Bengals CB Trae Waynes (hamstring) won't play in Week 1 against the Vikings.

Fantasy Impact

Not good. Cincinnati's secondary will likely be challenged early and often by Adam Thielen and Justin Jefferson. Eli Apple is expected to take Waynes' spot.

The Bengals have placed CB Trae Waynes on the Reserve/COVID-19 list according to ESPN's Field Yates.

Fantasy Impact

Also added to the Reserve/COVID-19 list is OT Fred Johnson. The Bengals are lucky enough to have a bye this week, but we will continue to monitor the situation and provide updates as they become available.

Cornerback Trae Waynes, who tore his pectoral muscle before he stepped on the field last month, went to injured reserve Monday and was replaced on the roster by four-year veteran cornerback Torry McTyer.

Fantasy Impact

Trae Waynes was considered the top secondary player on Cincinnati’s roster. The Bengals signed the former Vikings corner to a three-year, $42 million contract this offseason as part of their defensive overhaul.

Bengals CB Trae Waynes could be out for two months after suffering a pectoral injury during training camp.

Fantasy Impact

Waynes signed a three-year, $42 million deal with Cincinnati back in March. The Bengals have one of the more questionable defenses in the NFL right now and losing Waynes will only worsen the situation.