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One Cincinnati Bengals Rookie Who Could Win a Starting Job Out of Camp

One Cincinnati Bengals Rookie Who Could Win a Starting Job Out of Camp

Summary

The Cincinnati Bengals spent high draft picks and made trades to improve their defense, especially on the defensive line. One rookie, Cashius Howell, may earn a starting position because of his strong college performance and skills as a defensive edge rusher.

Key Facts

  • The Bengals have struggled with defense during quarterback Joe Burrow’s time with the team.
  • They traded their 10th overall draft pick to the New York Giants for defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence.
  • They used their top two draft picks on defensive players to strengthen the team.
  • The team lost key defensive players Trey Hendrickson and Joseph Ossai to free agency.
  • Cashius Howell was picked in the second round and is a 23-year-old rookie defensive end.
  • Howell had 11.5 sacks and 14 tackles for loss in his last college season.
  • He is known for speed, quick moves, and strong pressure on opposing quarterbacks.
  • Howell could join the Bengals’ starting pass-rush lineup by the start of the NFL season.
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