The Cincinnati Bengals have made several impressive moves this NFL offseason, following a disappointing end to last season. Yet, it’s no secret that the Bengals will only go as far as franchise quarterback Joe Burrow takes them, as he continues to recover from season-ending wrist surgery.
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While Burrow is in Cincinnati for phase one of the team’s offseason program, he hasn’t been fully cleared for football activities just yet. As he continues to work his way back from the wrist injury, the Bengals must decide what they are going to do with one of his favorite targets. All of that and more in today’s Bengals news!
Chad Johnson Confident in Bengals’ Chances With a Healthy Joe Burrow
Former Bengals star wide receiver Chad Johnson is confident in his old team heading into 2024. Johnson believes that the AFC North “is a wrap” if Burrow can remain healthy next season. While Burrow’s health is key, Cincinnati’s improved roster around the star quarterback is what can truly take the franchise to another level in 2024 and beyond.
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Bengals Told Dax Hill Change Was Coming Prior to Free Agency, but Full Clarity Awaits in 2024
After struggling last season, Dax Hill’s future role in Cincinnati was uncertain. It was clear that the Bengals needed to invest in the safety position, which is exactly what the franchise did this offseason.
Although Hill is likely disappointed with a lesser role in 2024, Pro Football Network’s Jay Morrison mentioned that Hill appreciated Cincinnati’s honesty.
CONTINUE READING: Dax Hill Appreciates Cincinnati’s Honesty
Chase Brown Weighs In on New Role After Departure of Joe Mixon, Zack Moss Addition
After a surprising rookie season, Bengals RB Chase Brown is potentially ready for a bigger role in 2024. Brown showed flashes of playmaking ability last season and could see a heavier workload following Joe Mixon’s departure. While Brown was complimentary of his time with Mixon, he should benefit from a new-look running back room in Cincinnati.
KEEP READING: Chase Brown Excited for a New Opportunity
Top 10 Players Who Could Be Traded During the 2024 NFL Draft Include Tee Higgins
Despite all of the impressive moves that Cincinnati has made this offseason, the situation involving Tee Higgins is still unresolved. Higgins is clearly looking for a massive contract extension and does not want to play on the franchise tag.
If the Bengals don’t want to pay him the money that he’s asking for, there’s a chance that Cincinnati will trade Higgins during the 2024 NFL Draft.
READ MORE: Tee Higgins’ Potential Trade Value
Bengals Re-Sign Joe Bachie, Cal Adomitis
While the Bengals have made plenty of outside additions this offseason, they re-signed two familiar faces — linebacker Joe Bachie and long snapper Cal Adomitis — on Monday.
Both players will likely serve as key contributors on Cincinnati’s special-teams unit next season. Bachie has been in Cincinnati since 2021 and started two games at linebacker during his three-year tenure with the franchise.
CONTINUE READING: Bengals Re-Sign Two Players
