{
  "id": 81579,
  "title": "Andrei Iosivas is showing improved speed and separation in training camp",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/03/andrei-iosivas-is-showing-improved-speed-and-separation-in-training",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-03T11:15:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/andrei-iosivas-showing-improved-speed-111500096.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Baltimore, Maryland - Andrei Iosivas, a wide receiver for the Cincinnati Bengals, is reportedly making strides in speed and separation as the team enters its training camp. The NFL football player, who previously played as a track star at Princeton, has been given ample opportunities to showcase his skills in the Bengals' offense. According to offensive coordinator Dan Pitcher, Iosivas is playing with newfound confidence and speed, often taking advantage of the opportunities presented to him. He also demonstrated excellent separation on plays where he wasn't directly targeted. While Iosivas had five drops last season, some of which occurred in critical moments, he must work on reducing these miscues. Rookie wide receiver Colbie Young has also been making an impression, and could potentially compete for snaps if Iosivas faces similar issues. The wide receiver, who is likely entering his final year in Cincinnati, has expressed his desire to have fun and play well during the upcoming season, with the goal of securing a lucrative deal during free agency in 2027.",
  "summary": "He’s heading in to a contract year.",
  "key_points": [
    "Andrei Iosivas improving speed and separation in training camp.",
    "Former Princeton track star given opportunities in Bengals' offense.",
    "Iosivas aims for fun and success, targeting 2027 free agency."
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}