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Bengals running back room in flux as Samaje Perine heads to Broncos

Former Cincinnati Bengals running back Samaje Perine is headed to join the Denver Broncos.

Perine is reportedly set to sign a two-year deal worth $7.5 million with the Broncos, per NFL Network’s Mike Garofolo.

The Bengals are likely facing a total overhaul at running back with Perine’s departure. With Joe Mixon’s future in question, it’s unclear who the Bengals’ top-2 running backs will be in the upcoming season.

Mixon, 26, is under contract with the team through the 2024 season. Cincinnati can save roughly $10 million if they designate Mixon as a post-June 1 cut. After finishing No.