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around-the-nfl5 days ago•10 min saved

Burrow Bets on a Talented 2026 Bengals After Bold Offseason

Joe Burrow said the 2026 Bengals have the most talented roster since he’s been there, crediting Duke Tobin’s aggressive offseason moves (including Dexter Lawrence, Cashius Howell and multiple defensive contributors) after Trey Hendrickson’s departure. Burrow also eyes a New Year’s Eve clash with the Ravens and is aiming to break Cincinnati’s career TD record with 48 touchdowns in 2026, a path that could put him in MVP discussions as the Bengals chase a return to the playoffs.

via NFL.com|

#2026-nfl-season #around-the-nfl #cincinnati-bengals

sports-nfl6 days ago•1 min saved

Bengals' offseason overhaul fuels Burrow's optimism for a revamped defense

The Bengals overhauled their defense with key free-agent signings and a trade for Dexter Lawrence, plus a strong draft led by Cashius Howell, fueling Joe Burrow's optimism as leadership improves and expectations rise for a top-tier defense in 2026.

via Cincy Jungle|

#cincinnati-bengals #defense #dexter-lawrence

sports6 days ago•3 min saved

Burrow: Bengals Have Everything They Need for a Rebound Season

Joe Burrow says the Bengals have everything they need after offseason upgrades to the defense (including Dexter Lawrence, Bryan Cook and Jonathan Allen) and stronger leadership, fueling optimism for a rebound season after 2025's injuries and playoff miss; the opening schedule features seven straight 1 p.m. starts, blending veteran leadership with promising rookies.

via NBC Sports|

#bryan-cook #cincinnati-bengals #dexter-lawrence

sports18 days ago•1 min saved

Bengals finally land Dexter Lawrence after years-long pursuit fueled by his public trade request

The Bengals had long coveted Dexter Lawrence, but early trade inquiries were repeatedly shut down. After Lawrence publicly requested a trade and cited a desire to play with Joe Burrow and Clemson-era teammates, momentum built and the deal progressed, turning a longtime target into a reality.

via Cincy Jungle|

#cincinnati-bengals #dexter-lawrence #joe-burrow

nfl20 days ago•10 min saved

Burrow upbeat as Bengals bolster defense for 2026 prime window

Cincinnati is upgrading its defense for 2026 with four projected starters—Dexter Lawrence via trade from the Giants, plus Jonathan Allen, Boye Mafe and Bryan Cook—and drafting edge rusher Cashius Howell, in an effort to finally let the high-powered offense catch up. Burrow says the team is in its prime and excited to solidify the defense so the young players can rise, signaling a push to capitalize on the championship window.

via NFL.com|

#boye-mafe #bryan-cook #cincinnati-bengals

sports25 days ago•2 min saved

Giants' 2026 Draft Draws Fire From NFL Execs

NFL executives criticized the Giants' 2026 draft plan after they used two top-10 picks (Arvell Reese and Francis Mauigoa) and traded Dexter Lawrence, arguing there is no clear plan to replace a star player or build cohesion on the defense, though one exec praised the potential for versatile front-line formations.

via Giants Wire|

#arvell-reese #dexter-lawrence #draft

sports26 days ago•3 min saved

Giants bolster interior line with Harris and Fotu to fill Lawrence void

The New York Giants signed veteran defensive tackles Shelby Harris and Leki Fotu to one-year deals to help replace Dexter Lawrence, with Harris bringing durability and 146 career games (89 starts) and Fotu offering size and versatility; the moves follow the draft and signal ongoing defensive-line upgrades, with potential further additions on the horizon and unresolved contract talks with Lawrence.

via New York Post|

#dexter-lawrence #leki-fotu #new-york-giants

sports27 days ago•3 min saved

Giants lean on veteran depth with Shelby Harris to fill Lawrence void

The New York Giants signed veteran defensive tackle Shelby Harris to a one-year deal to help replace Dexter Lawrence after a trade and failed extension, with plans to mix multiple players (including sixth-round pick Bobby Jamison-Travis) and possibly add more veterans to shore up the interior. Harris brings 146 NFL games (89 starts) and 28.5 career sacks, plus a 32-tackle, one-sack season with the Browns in 2025.

via New York Post|

#dexter-lawrence #new-york-giants #nfl

sports27 days ago•2 min saved

Giants vow to upgrade interior line after Dexter Lawrence trade

The Giants say the defensive-tackle position will be deeper by the start of the season after trading Dexter Lawrence, with coach John Harbaugh and GM Joe Schoen indicating more DT additions are coming. They’ve drafted sixth-rounder Bobby Jamison-Travis and are in talks with veteran DT agents, signaling ongoing efforts to bolster the interior line.

via NBC Sports|

#defensive-tackle #dexter-lawrence #giants

sports1 month ago•11 min saved

Bengals Surge to Contender Status with Sharp 2026 Draft

The Bengals capped a record offseason by flipping a first-round pick into Dexter Lawrence and adding Jets fourth-rounders, then hitting on four key selections: edge rusher Cashius Howell, corner Tacario Davis, center Conner Lew, and receiver Colbie Young, all chosen while sticking to their board and avoiding overstretching. Bosses praised the plan as a move to boost Burrow’s elite passing attack and strengthen the defense, with early draft grades rolling in as high as an A from Sporting News and broadly strong from others.

via Cincinnati Bengals|

#bengals #cashius-howell #conner-lew

sports1 month ago•7 min saved

Bengals Build Wave-Depth Across Roster With 2026 Draft After Dexter Lawrence Trade

The Bengals used the Dexter Lawrence trade to push their defense forward, adding seven players in the 2026 NFL Draft and signing Cashius Howell as a pure pass rusher to unlock a wave of linemen. They bypassed linebacker in the draft, leaving that position as a potential free-agent target, and closed with four offensive picks (Connor Lew, Colbie Young, Brian Parker II, Jack Endries) plus Navy DT Landon Robinson on Day 3, aided by a Jets trade that moved up Lew and Young. The plan is a multi-layered defense with more depth and a deeper, more versatile offense, though needs at nickel corner and linebacker persist.

via Sports Illustrated|

#bengals #dexter-lawrence #nfl-draft

sports1 month ago•1 min saved

Bengals would’ve drafted Peter Woods at 10 before Dexter Lawrence trade, former scout says

After trading the No. 10 pick for Dexter Lawrence, the Bengals allegedly would have selected Clemson DT Peter Woods at 10 if they kept the pick, according to former Cowboys scout Bryan Broaddus on the ADHD Cowboys podcast. Woods is projected to go late in the first round, and the revelation underscores how the Lawrence deal altered the draft landscape for Cincinnati and the Cowboys.

via Cincy Jungle|

#bengals #dexter-lawrence #nfl-draft

sports1 month ago•2 min saved

Bengals land Dexter Lawrence II; trade grades spark off-season buzz

The Cincinnati Bengals pulled off a blockbuster trade to acquire Dexter Lawrence II from the New York Giants, triggering early trade grades and questions about potential further offseason moves as the team readies for the 2026 draft. The page also flags related NFL headlines, draft developments, and reactions from players and coaches.

via Cincy Jungle|

#bengals #dexter-lawrence #giants

sports1 month ago•4 min saved

Bengals trade draft pick for Dexter Lawrence to anchor a revamped defense

The Bengals swapped the 10th overall pick to acquire star defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence and signed him to a one-year, $23 million extension through 2028-29. A fellow NFL GM praised Lawrence as more talented than any prospect in this year’s draft, making him the centerpiece of Cincinnati’s revamped defense and a focal point for opponents’ game plans, which should free up other newcomers and veterans on the unit.

via Sports Illustrated|

#bengals #blockbuster-trade #defense

sports1 month ago•13 min saved

Cowboys Keep Draft Focus Despite Giants’ Top-10 Shuffle

The New York Giants now hold the 5th and 10th picks ahead of Dallas (No. 12) after sending defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence to Cincinnati in exchange for the Bengals’ 10th overall pick. Dallas’ Mailbag writers say the move shouldn’t force a major shift in the Cowboys’ draft plan: they’ll stay focused on their own roster, and while NYG’s new selections could nudge certain targets, Dallas won’t overreact unless a prized player falls or a clear up option makes sense.

via Dallas Cowboys | Official Site of the Dallas Cowboys|

#cowboys #dexter-lawrence #draft-strategy