Trenton Irwin Injury News & Updates

The Jets signed Irwin to the practice squad Tuesday, Susanna Weir of the team's official site reports.

The 29-year-old wideout out of Stanford was unable to make the Jaguars' 53-man roster at the end of training camp, but he'll get another opportunity with the Jets on the practice squad. Irwin has appeared in 41 regular-season games since 2019 (23 of which came in 2023 and 2024 as a member of the Bengals) and has accumulated 46 catches (on 72 targets) for 601 yards and five touchdowns in his NFL career.

Jacksonville released Irwin on Tuesday.

Irwin joined the Jaguars on a one-year contract in early June, but he won't make the team's initial 53-man roster. The 29-year-old could get a chance with another club in need of veteran wideout depth.

Irwin and the Jaguars agreed on a contract Tuesday, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.

Irwin will head to Jacksonville after spending the 2024 campaign with the Bengals and Panthers, reeling in three of 10 targets for 15 yards over seven games with Cincinnati. The wide receiver will look to impress this summer in order to potentially snag an active roster spot with the Jaguars in 2025.

The Panthers are signing Irwin to the practice squad Tuesday and plan to elevate him to the 53-man roster shortly, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

Irwin was waived by Cincinnati in Week 14, and he now earns a chance to continue his development in Carolina. The veteran wideout suited up for seven games with the Bengals this season, and in that time secured just three of 10 targets for 15 yards.

Irwin was waived by the Bengals on Monday, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

Irwin was a healthy scratch Week 13, and when Cincinnati's receivers have been healthy has seen very few opportunities. His role as the team's punt returner has also seemed to be taken over by Isaiah Williams who was recently claimed off waivers. Assuming Irwin goes unclaimed, he'd be a likely candidate to return to the Bengals' practice squad.

Irwin (coach's decision) is inactive for Sunday's matchup against Pittsburgh.

Irwin had frequently been a healthy inactive early this season, but he saw more opportunity when Tee Higgins was out with an injury Weeks 8 to 10. With Higgins back in Week 11, though, Irwin logged just three offensive snaps, and he won't play at all Week 13 following the Bengals' bye. With Charlie Jones (groin) also inactive Sunday, rookie Isaiah Williams could be asked to handle punts and may also get a few opportunities on offense.

Irwin failed to haul in his only target in Cincinnati's win over the Raiders on Sunday.

Irwin has now failed to record any stats during two of his five appearances this season despite having seen increased playing time with Tee Higgins battling a quadriceps injury. Irwin's playing time could decrease during the team's Week 10 matchup versus Baltimore if Higgins is able to return.

Irwin (coach's decision) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Ravens.

Irwin will be a healthy scratch for a third straight game. With Tee Higgins unavailable, Irwin played over 50 percent of the Bengals' offensive snaps through the first two weeks. However, the undrafted product out of Stanford has been the odd man out in recent weeks.

Irwin (coach's decision) is inactive for Monday night's game against the Commanders.

With Tee Higgins making his 2024 debut after missing the first two games of the season with a hamstring injury, Irwin is the odd man out. Irwin did very little with his increased playing time against the Patriots and Chiefs, reeling in just two of eight targets for 11 yards.

Irwin caught one of his six targets for five yards in Sunday's 26-25 loss to the Chiefs.

Irwin remained involved in Cincinnati's offense in Week 2 with teammate Tee Higgins (hamstring) sidelined for the second-straight week. Though his six targets were the second-most of any Bengals pass catcher, the veteran wideout was unable to make the most of his opportunities. With Higgins trending in a positive direction, Irwin will likely see his share of targets dwindle as the season progresses. The 28-year-old will be extremely difficult to trust when the Bengals host the Commanders in Week 3.

Irwin caught one of his two targets for six yards in Sunday's 16-10 loss to the Patriots.

With teammate Tee Higgins (hamstring) out for the contest, Irwin was on the field for 65 percent of the Bengals' offensive snaps. The wideout's elevated usage, however, did not translate to much production. His two targets were behind both Ja'Marr Chase and Andrei Iosivas who both saw six targets. Going forward, Irwin will continue to be difficult to trust for fantasy purposes assuming Higgins can return quickly from his hamstring issue. The Bengals square off against the Chiefs in Week 2.

Irwin is competing with Andrei Iosivas and Charlie Jones for the the No. 3 receiver spot as the Bengals' preseason opener approaches, Geoff Hobson of the team's official site reports.

While Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins are entrenched as the Bengals' top two wideouts, Hobson suggests that the team could employ a committee approach behind the top duo. In addition to Irwin, Iosivas and Jones, 2024 third-rounder Jermaine Burton also should have a chance to enter the WR3 equation. On the team's initial posted unofficial depth chart, Irwin is listed behind Chase and Higgins, but that's presumably attributable to his status as a veteran. In any case, based on perceived upside and ADP, Burton and Iosivas appear to be next up on the radar of fantasy drafters in terms of Cincinnati wide receivers.

Irwin has agreed to a one-year deal to remain with the Bengals, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

The report notes that Irwin's deal with the Bengals is worth $2 million. With the 28-year-old back in the fold, and Tyler Boyd a free agent, Irwin should have a chance to compete with Andrei Iosivas and Charlie Jones for WR snaps behind behind Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins (assuming he remains with Cincinnati) this coming season. In 16 regular-season games in 2023, Irwin caught 25 of his 32 targets for 316 yards and a TD.

Irwin had two catches for 34 yards in the Bengals' Week 18 win over the Browns. He finished the season with 25 catches for 316 yards and a touchdown.

Irwin had more targets (32) than in 2022 (23 targets), but he might be getting surpassed by Andrei Iosivas and Charlie Jones in 2024.

Irwin caught one of the two targets for four yards in Sunday's 25-17 loss to the Chiefs.

Irwin played 50 percent of the Bengals' offensive snaps Sunday, his highest snap share since Week 12. Despite the increased playing time, the veteran wideout was essentially an afterthought on offense. In a crowded receiver room with Ja'Marr Chase, Tee Higgins, Tyler Boyd and Andrei Iosivas, Irwin is an untrustworthy option for fantasy option as the Bengals wrap up their season against the Browns in Week 18.

Irwin secured all four of his targets for 37 yards in Saturday's 34-11 loss to the Steelers.

Irwin's four catches were his first receptions since Week 13. The veteran wideout saw increased playing time with Ja'Marr Chase (shoudler) sidelined, playing 41 percent of the Bengals' offensive snaps Saturday. Irwin could see a similar workload in Week 17 if Chase is forced to sit out again, but he'll be difficult to trust for fantasy purposes in a matchup against the Chiefs.

Irwin reeled in his lone target for 25 yards in Sunday's 16-10 loss to the Steelers.

Irwin played a very small role against the Steelers, despite seeing the field for the second-most offensive snaps (31) behind Ja'Marr Chase (38) and ahead of Tyler Boyd (27). The fourth-year wideout has found himself on the field more with Tee Higgins (hamstring) missing the last three games, but his one target Sunday was his lowest after seeing a total of nine targets in the two weeks prior. If Higgins can return in Week 13, Irwin would assume his usual depth role at receiver. The Bengals visit the Jaguars in Week 13.

Irwin secured three of five targets for 36 yards in the Bengals' 34-20 loss to the Ravens on Thursday night.

Irwin finished second in receiving yards and tied for third in receptions and targets on the night for the Bengals as he once again enjoyed an elevated role during Tee Higgins' (hamstring) second straight absence. The veteran wideout has a 5-90-1 line over HIggins' current absence, but he could be back to a No. 4 role if the latter is ready to return by a Week 12 home matchup against the Steelers on Sunday, Nov. 26.

Irwin brought in two of four targets for 54 yards and a touchdown in the Bengals' 30-27 loss to the Texans on Sunday.

With Tee Higgins (hamstring) inactive, Irwin moved into the No. 3 receiver role and struck early, hauling in a 32-yard touchdown pass from Joe Burrow to cap off the Bengals' opening possession. The veteran wideout had a nice chunk gain of 22 yards on his only other reception, and he could once again help fill in for his teammate if the quick turnaround for a Week 11 Thursday night division clash with the Ravens doesn't offer sufficient recovery time for Higgins to return to action.

With Tee Higgins (hamstring) ruled out for Sunday's Week 10 game against the Texans, Irwin is expected to see increased offensive snaps.

When Higgins was sidelined with his ribs injury in Week 5 versus Arizona, Irwin played 76 percent of the offensive snaps and was second on the team with 10 targets, catching eight for 60 scoreless yards. Irwin is a passable fantasy play for desperate managers looking for a fill-in wide receiver. Veteran slot man Tyler Boyd and rookie Andrei Iosivas will also likely to have to step up in Higgins' absence.

Irwin went without a target while playing 24 of the Bengals' 54 snaps on offense in the team's 17-13 win over the Seahawks on Sunday.

While Tee Higgins (rib) was sidelined for the Bengals' Week 5 win over the Cardinals, Irwin stepped in as the team's No. 3 wideout and delivered an 8-60-0 receiving line on 10 targets. Though he technically drew a start Week 6 after he was on the field for the Bengals' first offensive snap of the day, Irwin predictably saw his playing time take a hit while Higgins played 29 snaps in his return to the lineup. Higgins should see an uptick in snaps once the rib injury becomes further in the rear-view mirror, so Irwin's role is probably more likely to decrease rather than grow moving forward.

Irwin caught eight of 10 targets for 60 yards in Sunday's 34-20 win over the Cardinals.

The fifth-year wideout stepped into a bigger role in the Cincy offense with Tee Higgins (ribs) out of action, and it proved to be excellent timing for Irwin as Joe Burrow has his first 300-yard performance of the season. Irwin had only one catch on one target coming into Sunday, so his volume in Week 6 against the Seahawks will be dependent on Higgins' availability.

Irwin took reps with the first-team offense during pregame warmups and is expected to serve as the Bengals' No. 3 wideout with Tee Higgins (rib) inactive for the contest, Ben Baby of ESPN.com reports.

Higgins' absence should open up plenty of extra snaps for Irwin, but he's still unlikely to rank as anything more than a tertiary target in the passing game behind the likes of wideouts Ja'Marr Chase and Tyler Boyd, tight end Irv Smith and running back Joe Mixon. Through the first four games of the season, Irwin has drawn just one target across 43 snaps on offense.

Irwin secured his only target for 17 yards in Sunday's 27-3 loss to the Titans.

Irwin had a quiet game Sunday, playing just 22 of the Bengals' 53 offensive snaps. The veteran wideout's reception was his first of the season, as he has found it difficult to get involved in the Bengals struggling passing attack thus far. It's possible that his role could expand some with fellow receiver Tee Higgins dealing with a fractured rib. Even so, Irwin should remain off the fantasy radar heading into a matchup with the Cardinals in Week 5.

Irwin is inactive for Monday night's game against the Rams.

With Irwin inactive, Andrei Iosivas and Charlie Jones are on hand to provide Week 3 WR depth behind Ja'Marr Chase, Tee Higgins and Tyler Boyd. Through the first two games of the season, Irwin has yet to record a target.

Irwin played 10 offensive snaps in Week 1 against the Browns but didn't get targeted in the loss.

Irwin was still ahead of rookies Charlie Jones and Andrei Iosivas on the depth chart, as they only had one snap on offense between the two of them.

Irwin is the front-runner for the Bengals' No. 4 receiver role, Charlie Goldsmith of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports.

Irwin has been making plays all summer, according to Goldsmith. Most recently, boxing out Cam Taylor-Britt for a leaping catch in the back corner of the endzone Thursday. The 27-year-old is embarking on his fifth season with Cincinnati, but he's yet to hold down a consistent role in the offense. However, he did set career highs last season with nine games played and 15 receptions on 23 targets for 231 yards. He also recorded four touchdowns, proving he can be a red zone target in the Bengals' offense, as he did in camp Thursday.

Irwin, who is nominally Tyler Boyd's backup at slot receiver, now faces competition from rookie wide receivers Charlie Jones and Andre Iosivas heading into training camp, Jay Morrison of The Athletic reports.

Jones in particular looms as a threat as a slot receiver, and was essentially drafted to be Boyd's long-term replacement after this season. Irwin was a practice squad player at the beginning of the 2022 season, so his roster slot is hardly secure, even though he turned in 15 receptions for 231 yards and four touchdowns on 23 targets over just 272 snaps on offense in nine games.

Irwin, who stepped up when Ja.Marr Chase was hurt last season and is nominally Tyler Boyd's backup in the slot, now faces competition from rookie wide receivers Charlie Jones and Andre Iosivas, Jay Morrison of The Athletic reports.

Jones in particular looms as a threat as a slot receiver, and was essentially drafted to be Boyd's long-term replacement after this season. Irwin was a practice squad player at the beginning of the 2022 season, so his roster slot is hardly secure.

Irwin played 12 of the Bengals' 64 snaps on offense and finished with one catch for 12 yards on two targets in Sunday's 27-16 win over the Ravens.

In his last outing Week 16 against the Patriots, Irwin registered three catches for 45 yards and two touchdowns, but his production predictably took a step back in the regular-season finale while Cincinnati had all of Ja'Marr Chase, Tee Higgins and Tyler Boyd available and at full health. Heading into this weekend's rematch with the Ravens in the wild-card round of the postseason, Irwin will likely maintain a limited role as the Bengals' No. 4 wideout.

Irwin had three catches for 45 yards and two touchdowns in Sunday's win over the Patriots.

Irwin saw more snaps in the first half when Tyler Boyd aggravated his finger injury and cashed in on the opportunities. He nearly scored a third touchdown on a route identical to his first touchdown in the second half, but the ball just barely went off his fingertips.

Irwin had one reception on two targets for five yards in Sunday's 34-23 win over the Buccaneers.

Irwin wasn't much more than an afterthought in Sunday's win against Tampa Bay, as he played 24 percent of Cincinnati's offensive snaps and was targeted just twice. The 27-year-old likely won't be very involved down the stretch unless either Ja'Marr Chase, Tee Higgins or Tyler Boyd are forced to miss time. The Bengals are now scheduled for a Week 16 clash in New England on Saturday.

Irwin had two catches for 58 yards and scored a touchdown on a flea-flicker play that worked to perfection against the Browns.

Both Irwin and Trent Taylor were called into action early due to injuries to Tee Higgins and Tyler Boyd. The Bengals might be calling Irwin's name frequently next week against the Bucs.

Irwin played only nine snaps in Sunday's win over the Chiefs, catching one pass on his only target for 12 yards.

With Ja'Marr Chase back, Irwin reverted back to a fourth receiver role, one not frequently needed by the Bengals in Week 13.

Irwin had just one catch for 16 yards in Sunday's win over the Titans, but it converted a big 3rd-and-12 down for the Bengals.

Irwin made a spectacular catch that held up from a review in the third quarter, and the Bengals then scored on the subsequent play on a pass to Tee Higgins to take the lead for good. Irwin's snap count will likely decline next week against the Chiefs, assuming that Ja'Marr Chase returns.

The Bengals signed Irwin to their active roster off the practice squad Tuesday.

Irwin received his third elevation of the season prior to Cincinnati's Week 11 win over Pittsburgh, and he tallied three catches on four targets for 42 yards and his first career touchdown. He has now been rewarded for his solid play by being signed to the active roster, though his opportunities on offense may decrease if Ja'Marr Chase (hip) is able to return to action in Week 12.

Irwin reverted to the Bengals' practice squad Monday, per the NFL's transaction log.

Irwin played a season-high 46 offensive snaps after being elevated for the third game in a row ahead of Sunday's win over the Steelers. As a result, the practice-squad wideout logged career highs in receptions, yards and targets while serving as the team's No. 3 receiver behind Tyler Boyd and Tee Higgins, who played 54 and 52 offensive snaps, respectively. Irwin will now require a full spot on the active roster in order to continue suiting up for the Bengals this season, though it's likely he'll serve as the team's best option if star wideout Ja'Marr Chase (hip) is not activated from the injured reserve Week 12.

Irwin had three catches for 42 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's win over the Steelers.

By rule Irwin will revert back to the Bengals' practice squad at the start of Week 12, but it would come as a surprise if they don't add him full-time to the roster. He's proven to be a far more reliable option than teammates Mike Thomas and Trent Taylor.

Irwin was elevated to the active roster Saturday.

Irwin was elevated to the active roster for the third straight game with Ja'Marr Chase (hip) out once again. Irwin will serve as a reserve receiver and could potentially see snaps on special teams as well. Over the past two games, Irwin has caught three of his four targets for 41 yards and carried the ball once for 11 yards.

Irwin reverted to the Bengals' practice squad Monday, per the NFL's official trans action log.

Irwin received the bump up to the active roster with Ja'Marr Chase (hip) missing Sunday's game against the Panthers. The 26-year-old saw the third most snaps at receiver for the team with 36, which lead to a catch on his only target for a fourteen-yard gain. With the Bengals headed into a bye week, and Chase being eligible to return in Week 11 against the Steelers, Irwin may not get a chance to suit up when Cincinnati takes the field again.

Irwin was elevated to the Bengals' active roster Saturday in advance of Sunday's matchup against the Panthers.

Irwin made his first appearance of the season in Week 8 in the absence of Ja'Marr Chase (hip). He'll likely be active for the second consecutive contest after tallying two receptions for 27 yards against the Browns.

Irwin reverted to the Bengals' practice squad Tuesday, per the NFL's transaction log.

Irwin was brought up by Cincinnati prior to Monday night's game versus the Browns, where he turned 23 offensive snaps into two receptions for 27 yards in the contest. The 26-year-old played less snaps than fellow WRs Tee Higgins (52), Tyler Boyd (51) and Mike Thomas (24), but he ultimately logged more than Trent Taylor (7) with Ja'Marr Chase (hip) and Stanley Morgan (hamstring) both ruled out for the game. While it doesn't look like Chase will return in time for Sunday's matchup against Carolina and Morgan's status remains up in the air, Irwin could find himself in another complementary role in Week 9 should he be elevated again later in the week.

Irwin was elevated to the Bengals' active roster from the practice squad Monday.

With Ja'Marr Chase (hip) and Stanley Morgan (hamstring) both out for Monday's game against Cleveland, Irwin will make his first appearance of the season with the Bengals. The 26-year-old has appeared in at least one game for Cincinnati every year since the 2019 season and has three receptions on seven targets for 34 yards in nine games during that timespan.

Irwin signed with the Bengals' practice squad Wednesday.

Irwin played in seven games for the Bengals last season but failed to make the team in 2022. The 26-year-old wide receiver went unclaimed on waivers and will instead bide his time on Cincinnati's practice squad in hopes of getting elevated to the 53-man roster at some point.

The Bengals waived Irwin on Tuesday.

Irwin appeared in seven games for the Bengals last season, catching two of five targets for 34 yards. However, he finds himself among a wave of cuts ahead of Tuesday's 53-man roster deadline. If he clears waivers, it's possible Cincinnati brings him back on a practice squad deal.

Irwin (undisclosed) was fielding punts at practice Wednesday, Mike Petraglia of CLNS Media reports.

Irwin was working on the rebab field during minicamp, but it appears he's now a full participant in training camp. The 26-year-old appeared in seven games for the Bengals last season, recording two catches on five targets for 34 yards.

Irwin (undisclosed) is working on the rehab field Tuesday, Ben Baby of ESPN.com reports.

Irwin re-upped with the Bengals in March and no injuries had been reported other than a trip to the reserve/COVID-19 list in January. He appeared in seven games for the Bengals last season, recording two catches for 24 yards.

Irwin re-signed with the Bengals on Monday, Charlie Goldsmith of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports.

Irwin appeared in seven games for Cincinnati last season and will rejoin the team for 2022. The 26-year-old had two catches for 34 yards and also returned three kickoffs for 31 yards in seven games.

Irwin was activated off of the reserve/COVID-19 list Wednesday.

The wide receiver was placed on the COVID list Dec. 31, forcing him to miss the team's Week 17 win over the Chiefs. Irwin will return to his depth role behind the likes of Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins as well as in the returning game ahead of the Bengals' regular season finale against the Browns.

Irwin (illness) was placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list Friday.

Irwin is unlikely to play in Sunday's contest against the Chiefs after being placed in the NFL's health and safety protocols. In his absence, Tyler Boyd will likely operate as the primary punt returner in Week 17.

The Bengals signed Irwin to their active roster Wednesday.

The Bengals placed Ricardo Allen on IR, which opened up a roster spot for Irwin. The 25-year-old has appeared in one contest for the Bengals in each of the past two seasons.

Irwin was signed to the Bengals' practice squad Friday

Irwin was let go by Cincinnati on Wednesday but will stick around the organization in the practice squad. He appeared in one game for the Bengals in each of the past two years.

Irwin was waived by the Bengals on Wednesday.

Irwin has appeared in one game for Cincinnati in each of the past two seasons and was unable to nab a spot ono the initial 53-man roster.

The Bengals signed Irwin to a reserve/future contract Monday.

Irwin entered the league as an undrafted free agent in 2019. The Stanford wide receiver suited up in exactly one game in each of his first two seasons, notching one five-yard reception. The 25-year-old will look to secure a depth role with the Bengals in 2021.

Irwin reverted to the Bengals' practice squad Monday, per the NFL's official transaction log.

Irwin hauled in one of his two targets for a five-yard gain during Sunday's road win over the Texans. If he is promoted to the active roster for a Week 17 matchup against Baltimore, the 25-year-old would remain a depth passing-game option for the Brandon Allen-led Bengals.

Cincinnati activated Irwin from its practice squad Saturday.

Irwin's activation is considered by the team to be a standard elevation, meaning the Stanford product will automatically revert to Cincinnati's practice squad Monday. A game appearance from Irwin would mark the 25-year-old's first since Week 17 of last season when he went without a target over nine offensive snaps against Cleveland.

Cincinnati waived Irwin on Saturday, Tyler Dragon of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports.

Irwin suited up for one contest with the Bengals last season, during which he wasn't targeted. He's a candidate to reemerge on the practice squad.

Irwin was not targeted during his sole regular-season game with the Bengals in 2019.

Irwin's only game action came during the season-finale against Cleveland, during which he recorded nine offensive snaps. He was promoted from the practice squad prior to the contest. The Stanford product will begin the offseason competing for a depth role in Cincinnati.