The two rookies who stood out the most for the Bengals against the Eagles were first-round pick defensive end Shemar Stewart and sixth-round pick running back Tahj Brooks. Both look like they’ll contribute right away this season.

In an effort to stave off another sluggish start to the season, the Cincinnati Bengals played many of their starters in Thursday’s preseason opener against the Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field.

Philadelphia Eagles safety Sydney Brown left Thursday's preseason game vs. the Cincinnati Bengals with an injury.