Cincinnati Bengals Player Facing the Most Pressure in 2026
Summary
The Cincinnati Bengals expect a lot from their team in the 2026 season, especially on defense and protecting their quarterback, Joe Burrow. Left tackle Orlando Brown Jr. faces the most pressure because he had a poor 2025 season but was given a new contract and must help keep Burrow healthy.Key Facts
- Joe Burrow said the 2026 Bengals team is the best he has played with and could compete for the Super Bowl.
- Burrow is an excellent player but has had durability problems due to poor offensive line support.
- Burrow was sacked 17 times in just eight games last season and has been sacked over 200 times in six years.
- The Bengals traded a high draft pick and gave Dexter Lawrence II a $28 million extension despite his low 2025 performance.
- Orlando Brown Jr. had a disappointing 2025 with low performance scores and allowed nine sacks.
- Brown was penalized 10 times and allowed 10 hits on Burrow over 17 games in 2025.
- Despite this, the Bengals signed Brown to a two-year, $32 million contract extension through 2028.
- Brown’s role is critical to protecting Burrow and helping the team succeed in the 2026 season.
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