The Cincinnati Bengals officially announced several of their latest moves on Friday. Cincinnati’s newest additions met with the local media during their introductory press conferences and had some interesting things to say.
Cincinnati Bengals News Today
While Cincinnati’s newest players introduced themselves to the local media, Bengals director of player personnel Duke Tobin remained busy, as Cincinnati reportedly re-signed several offensive players on Friday. All of that and more in today’s Bengals news!
If the Cincinnati Bengals Trade Tee Higgins, What Could They Get in Return?
As the Bengals continue to retool their roster, they must decide on rising star wide receiver Tee Higgins. After Cincinnati placed the franchise tag on Higgins, the 25-year-old wide receiver demanded a trade.
Pro Football Network’s Jay Morrison analyzed Cincinnati’s potential return for Higgins if they trade the young wide receiver. Based on a recent trade involving a different star wide receiver, the Bengals should be able to add a valuable pick in the 2024 NFL Draft.
READ MORE: Analyzing Tee Higgins’ Trade Value
Vonn Bell Happy To Be Back in Cincinnati, but a Fire Burns After His Release
After being released by the Carolina Panthers, safety Von Bell was excited to re-sign with the Bengals in free agency. Cincinnati didn’t want Bell to leave last offseason, but Carolina offered him such a large contract that the Bengals were unable to match the deal.
Now Bell returns to Cincinnati with extra motivation to prove that the Panthers made a mistake by letting him go. Bell admitted that he kept track of how the Bengals were doing last season and is excited about his upcoming revenge game against Carolina next season.
CONTINUE READING: Vonn Bell’s Burning Desire in Return to Cincinnati
‘Being Where I’m Supposed To Be’ — Why Geno Stone’s Words Were Musical to the Bengals
Cincinnati struggled to defend explosive plays last season, attacking the safety position early in free agency as a result. After defensive back Dax Hill struggled at safety last season, the Bengals knew they needed to make moves this offseason.
One of their first moves in free agency was signing former Baltimore Ravens safety Geno Stone. When speaking with the local media at his introductory press conference, Stone said all of the right things as he discussed his mindset on the field.
KEEP READING: Geno Stone’s Introductory Press Conference
Podcast: Bengals Free Agency Reaction After a Whirlwind First Wave
Following a surprisingly chaotic start for the Bengals in free agency, it’s time to recap their wild start to the offseason. Pro Football Network’s Dallas Robinson and Morrison discussed all of Cincinnati’s moves during the first wave of free agency.
The Bengals made drastic changes at running back, added two safeties with starting experience, and addressed several other positions. Listen to the latest episode of the PFN Bengals Podcast for their analysis of everything that Cincinnati has done this offseason.
LISTEN HERE: Latest Episode of PFN Bengals Podcast
NFL Post-Free Agency Power Rankings: Bengals Back in Top 5, Cousins Deal Moves Falcons and Vikings
Despite their disappointing end to last season, Cincinnati is still considered one of the top teams in the AFC. Pro Football Network’s Dakota Randall released his latest power rankings and actually has the Bengals in his top five teams in the NFL right now.
Randall acknowledges that it’s been a bit of a weird offseason for the Bengals, as they traded away long-time starting running back Joe Mixon. While Higgins could force his way out in a trade, Randall believes Cincinnati’s latest additions keep them among the elite teams in the NFL heading into next season.
READ MORE: Pro Football Network’s Latest Power Rankings
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