Report: Bengals offensive lineman 'not expected' to play on Sunday Night Football
Bengals offensive lineman Alex Cappa ruled out for Sunday Night Football
Cincinnati Bengals starting right guard Alex Cappa has been ruled out for Sunday Night Football against the Baltimore Ravens due to an ankle injury, according to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport. Cappa suffered the injury during the Bengals' Week 13 win over the Kansas City Chiefs.Cappa's potential absence would be a significant blow to the Bengals' offensive line. The 29-year-old has been a key member of the unit since signing with the team in free agency this past offseason. He has started all 13 games for the Bengals this season and has been one of their most consistent performers.
With Cappa out, the Bengals are expected to start Hakeem Adeniji at right guard. Adeniji has started three games for the Bengals this season, including last week's win over the Chiefs. He has also played in all 13 games this season, primarily as a backup to Cappa and left guard Jackson Carman.
Cappa's injury is another setback for the Bengals' offensive line
The Bengals' offensive line has been dealing with injuries all season long. Carman has missed the last five games with a back injury, and left tackle Jonah Williams has missed the last two games with a knee injury.Despite the injuries, the Bengals' offensive line has played well this season. The unit has helped pave the way for the Bengals to rank seventh in the NFL in rushing yards per game and 10th in passing yards per game.
The Bengals will be hoping to keep their offensive line healthy for the rest of the season. The team is currently 8-4 and in the thick of the AFC playoff race.
