Levi Jones practicing

Wearing braces on both knees, Bengals left tackle Levi Jones is on the field this afternoon for practice. It is the first time he has practiced with the team this year.

Jones did not run with the first-team offense on its walkthrough. Andrew Whitworth stayed at left tackle.

Jones' appearance provides a lift to a team that has been hit hard by injuries in the preseason.

"I don’t think he’s going to be an every-day practice guy, but I think he’ll be able to get enough work where he feels comfortable and we feel comfortable with him each and every week," head coach Marvin Lewis said after practice.

Jones was off limits to reporters after practice. The team did not announce his return. He was seen on the field during the first 30 minutes of the two-hour practice.

Jones' practice routine could be similar to that of right tackle Willie Anderson during the 2006 season, Lewis said.

"We’ve been working with him for four weeks now. We wouldn’t put him out there if he’s not ready to go."

Lewis anticipates that Jones will play Monday night in the Bengals’ third preseason game at Atlanta.

Starting cornerback Johnathan Joseph and starting fullback Jeremi Johnson are practicing, as well.

Not practicing are defensive end Robert Geathers (rib strain) safety Herana-Daze Jones, cornerback Blue Adams and tailback Quincy Wilson (chest).