Bengals Urged to Add Veteran Defender Before New Season
Summary
The Cincinnati Bengals need to improve their defense before the 2026 NFL season. ESPN suggests the team should add an experienced linebacker to support their young players and reduce pressure on their quarterback.Key Facts
- The Bengals had one of the worst defenses in the 2025 season, allowing over 380 yards and nearly 29 points per game.
- Their rookie linebackers, Demetrius Knight Jr. and Barrett Carter, struggled in their first year.
- ESPN recommends signing a veteran linebacker to improve the team’s defense.
- Bobby Wagner, age 36, is a popular choice among fans but may be aging.
- Another suggested player is Okereke, who is 30 and known as a strong run defender and a positive team leader.
- Improving defense could help star quarterback Joe Burrow perform better by reducing defensive pressure.
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