DJ Turner’s Pro Bowl Moment | NFL News

0:00On September 2nd, DJ Turner II, a cornerback for the Cincinnati Bengals, is getting some serious buzz for a potential pro-bowl nod. Last season, even though he balled out, he kinda got overlooked because the whole defense was struggling. But this year, he's being called the top candidate from the Bengals for his first pro-bowl selection, and with the pro-bowl changing to honor more. Players? It could be a really big deal. He was a bright spot on a defense that had a rough go, but his individual stats were crazy good. He was fifth among cornerbacks and completion percentage, allowed below expected, and even tied for second in the league in past deflections. That's some serious shut down corner work, but the team's overall record made it hard for him to get the national shine he deserved. Now, the Bengals have really beefed up their defense in the offseason, bringing in some big names. With more pressure on opposing quarterbacks and a stronger unit around him, Turner should have even more opportunities to make game-changing plays.

1:00This is also a huge year for him, contract-wise, as he's in the final year of his rookie deal. If he continues to play at this high level, especially with a better defense supporting him, it's going to be a lot harder for voters to ignore him. A pro-bowl selection would not only be a major personal achievement, but also set him up for a massive payday in free agency. So keep an eye on DJ Turner this season. He's got the talent, and with the team improving around him, he might just get the recognition he's earned. You've been listening to NFL News Today, AI-powered football coverage.