The first Bengals player has decided to opt out of the 2020 NFL season.
Per NFL insider Tom Pelissero, defensive tackle Josh Tupou has told the team he will opt out.
#Bengals nose tackle Josh Tupou informed the team he plans to opt out of the 2020 season, per sources.
No roster move official yet, but it's expected. Tupou played in all 16 games last season (seven starts). A hit to depth behind Geno Atkins and D.J. Reader.— Tom Pelissero (@TomPelissero) July 31, 2020Under the amended collective bargaining agreement between the NFL and NFLPA, players can opt out of the 2020 NFL season due to the coronavirus.