DJ Reader Visits Ravens, Could Face Bengals Twice

0:00On March 26, free agent defensive tackle DJ Reader is visiting the Baltimore Ravens today. This could mean a reunion with his former Bengals teammate, Trey Hendrickson, on Baltimore's defensive line. It's the first big free agency visit that's gone public for Reader so far. Not long ago, it seemed like the Cincinnati Bengals might bring Reader back to bolster their run defense. But things shift quickly in the NFL, and now that looks less likely. The Bengals have TJ Sladen locked in as a key run stopper, and they've added Jonathan Allen, who brings strong interior pass rushing and leadership too. The group. No deal has been signed with the Ravens yet, but Cap Space from a potential Sladen move could open doors elsewhere. A Bengals reunion isn't off the table down the line. If Reader lands in Baltimore, Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow could face both him and Hendrickson twice a season starting in 2026. NFL news today, powered by AI bringing you what matters on game day. I'm Cory with the story.