Getty The Bengals signed a linebacker after the NFL Draft
The Cincinnati Bengals have completely rebuilt their defense after a tough 2025 season, in which the team allowed the third-most points in the NFL.
Most of their offseason resources were spent on the defensive line, including signing edge rusher Boye Mafe to a $60 million contract, Jonathan Allen to a $25 million contract, trading for All-Pro defensive lineman Dexter Lawrence, and drafting Cashius Howell with the team’s second-round pick.
Additionally, the team addressed the secondary as they signed safety Bryan Cook to a contract worth over $40 million
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