Overview
- Burrow, in remarks published Tuesday by Vanity Fair, said he is “really excited” about moves to “solidify” Cincinnati’s defense.
- The Bengals traded the No. 10 pick to the Giants for three-time Pro Bowl tackle Dexter Lawrence and signed him through 2028.
- They also added veterans Jonathan Allen, Boye Mafe, Bryan Cook, Kyle Dugger and Ja’Sir Taylor to upgrade multiple starting spots.
- With no first-rounder after the Lawrence deal, Cincinnati spent the draft on defense and left the offense largely unchanged.
- The stakes are clear after ranking near the bottom in yards and points allowed last season, with success now hinging on defensive gains and Burrow’s health.