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Bengals claim Samaje Perine and Pharoh Cooper off waivers

The Cincinnati Bengals’ backfield is a bit dicey as the regular season begins.

Rodney Anderson is now on injured reserve with a torn ACL, while Trayveon Williams has a foot injury that could cost him time in the regular season.

So, it shouldn’t come as a surprise to see the Bengals bolster their backfield depth by claiming former Washington running back Samaje Perine off waivers, according to

But that’s not all. The Bengals also claimed wide receiver Pharoh Cooper off of waivers from the Arizona Cardinals, per Field Yates.