Bengals Trade for All-Pro LB Jordyn Brooks

0:00For the NFL, it's March 17th, and here's what's going on. The Cincinnati Bengals entered the offseason needing a major defensive overhaul across every level. They brought in Brian Cook and Boy Maffe early, plus Jonathan Allen on the line, which are smart moves to build strength up front. Still, their linebacker spot remains a glaring weakness from last season, and they missed out on top free agents. Now, with the draft approaching, a trade could fill that gap perfectly. The Miami Dolphins are deep into a rebuild, having cut to a Tago Veloah earlier this year and just trading Jalen Waddle to the Denver Broncos on Tuesday. Their shedding salary and stockpiling picks, opening the door for deals. Enter Jordan Brooks, their 28-year-old all-pro linebacker in the final year of his contract. He earned top honors last season with a stellar grade from Pro Football Focus, always around the ball despite the team's struggles. A mock-trade sending Bengals fourth and sixth-round picks to Miami could land him affordably.

1:02Signing Brooks' long-term would transform their defense, giving it a clear identity and making those picks well worth it. The Daily News Now is made possible with support from our sponsor. Your favorite podcasts, music, or sleep sounds coming from your pillow. No earbuds, no distractions, just listen and relax. S-O-L-I, solelypillow.com.