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Bengals Boost Defense, Still Need Linebacker, Corners

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The Cincinnati Bengals have bolstered their defense with high-profile signings, including safety Bryan Cook, edge rusher Boye Mafe, and defensive tackle Jonathan Allen. However, they still face significant gaps, particularly at linebacker and both inside and outside cornerback. A seasoned linebacker and experienced cornerback could provide the necessary stability and leadership to enhance the units performance and bolster their Super Bowl aspirations.

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Bengals Boost Defense, Still Need Linebacker, Corners

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NFL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Bengals Boost Defense, Still Need Linebacker, Corners. Machine-transcribed; use the interactive transcript above to jump the player to any line.

It's March 18th, here's your NFL news in two minutes. Subscribe to stay locked in all season. The Cincinnati Bengals have beefed up their defense this off season with three key veteran signings. They brought in safety Brian Cook on a $40,250,000 deal, edge rusher boy mafe for 60 million over three years. To replace Trey Hendrickson, who headed to the Baltimore Ravens and defensive tackle Jonathan Allen to strengthen the interior line. According to ESPN's Ben Baby, despite the spending spree, the team still faces three big gaps on defense, mainly a veteran linebacker, plus knees at, both inside and outside cornerback. Right now, the linebacker group leans on second-year players like Barrett Carter and Demetrius Knight Jr. along with a few others who lack. Seasoned leadership, which could hold back the unit's growth. A grizzled pro at linebacker would provide that stability and experience, with names like Bobby Wagner, Lavante David, Bobby Okareki, Matt Milano, and Kenneth Murray available

on the market. For cornerback, Beyond Dax Hill, Jalen Davis and DJ Turner II, they could chase free agents such as Martian Latamore or the Jarius Sneed or Target Draft picks like Jermod McCoy. It's a solid start, but more moves are needed to push for another Super Bowl run. This story is shared with support from our sponsor. Let's play. Put your head down. The sound is already there. S-O-L-I-SoliPillow.com

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