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Xavier Su’a-Filo has leg injury; Jackson Carman may start vs. Steelers

The Cincinnati Bengals may have a new starting right guard when they face the Pittsburgh Steelers in Week 3.

Today, head coach Zac Taylor revealed Xavier Su’a-Filo has a leg injury and is day-to-day this week. Taylor added that he believes second-round rookie Jackson Carman is ready to go if Su’a-Filo is out.

Zac Taylor says he’s “confident” in rookie Jackson Carman if he’s called upon to start on Sunday vs. the Steelers

— Kelsey Conway (@KelseyLConway) September 20, 2021

The Bengals spent the 46th overall pick in this year’s draft on Carman believing he’d be a strong contender for a starting spot this year.