Bengals burn 3 recent draft picks in updated 53-man roster prediction

Nov 3, 2024; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Cincinnati Bengals cornerback DJ Ivey (38) waves to fans during warmups before the game against the Las Vegas Raiders at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-Imagn Images | Katie Stratman-Imagn ImagesWhen assessing the prospective state of the Cincinnati Bengals' 53-man roster with two preseason games still remaining, there aren't many surprises. More like a general ennui and dissatisfaction that some of their latest draft picks probably won't be along for the ride into Week 1.

The preseason began predictably enough. Cincinnati's Joe Burrow-led offense looked unstoppable in two touchdown-scoring series. Then, the admittedly short-handed…