Cincinnati Bengals head coach Zac Taylor provided some good news in terms of injury updates as the team starts to prep for Week 5 against the Baltimore Ravens.

Speaking with the media on Monday, Taylor again stressed that B.J. Hill is closer to a return on the interior of the defensive line than Sheldon Rankins.

That could, in theory, let Hill get back on the field in Week 5, provided he keeps trending in that direction.

But the best news of all pertained to former first-round pick Myles Murphy, with Taylor revealing that they will open up the 21-day window for his return off injured reserve.

On paper, that could mean the pass-rush gets a much-needed boost in the coming weeks.

As for Trey Hendrickson, Taylor kept things vague and wasn't ready to declare much of anything just one day removed from the apparent neck injury that had the star edge rusher in a sling after the win over Carolina.

Still, there's minor good news there that Hendrickson wasn't among the days roster moves. A report then provided even better news about his injury.

With the offense on fire and the AFC North quite open, it sounds like the defensive line will see gradual improvements in the coming weeks.

More Latest News!

Trey Hendrickson injury update: Latest news on Cincinnati Bengals DE

Bengals snap count takeaways after Week 4 win over Panthers

Bengals make roster moves after win over Panthers

This article originally appeared on Bengals Wire: Bengals injury updates offer good news for struggling defense