#1
#1 out of 1
sports1d ago
How Bengals, Zac Taylor view the work left to do on defense
- Bengals add edge Mafe, safety Cook and DT Allen to bolster defense as they rebuild around current starters.
- Taylor says the plan is to rely on growth from Barrett Carter and Demetrius Knight to strengthen the defense.
- The defense will balance depth with starting roles, aiming for more 40–50 snap contributions from the front.
- Taylor believes the upcoming draft can fill remaining holes at cornerback and along the line.
- Taylor trusts rookie Barrett Carter and Demetrius Knight but acknowledges needs at linebacker.
- The Bengals see depth at linebacker as crucial if top players don’t progress as hoped.
- The Bengals’ defensive focus includes potential draft cornerbacks to pair with Dax Hill and DJ Turner.
- Taylor cites the NFL draft as a path to add dynamic players around Myles Murphy and Mafe.
- Taylor emphasizes development over quick fixes, aiming for a long-term, cohesive unit.
- Cincinnati expects DJ Turner and Dax Hill to anchor a strong outside-the-box corner pair moving forward.
Vote 0