Al Golden praises Bengals' young linebackers during training camp
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 5, 2026, 11:00 AM
Last updated Aug 5, 2026
Cincinnati Bengals defensive coordinator Al Golden expressed confidence in the team's young linebackers, Demetrius Knight Jr. and Barrett Carter, during training camp on August 4, 2026. Golden noted their impressive performances, which included making significant plays against the offense. Last season, the Bengals' defense struggled, particularly in the linebacker position, leading to calls for changes. Golden has stated that he stood by Knight and Carter, asserting they needed time to develop. As training camp continues, their progress is being closely monitored by fans and analysts alike.
- •Al Golden highlighted the development of Demetrius Knight Jr. and Barrett Carter.
- •The Bengals' defense was weak last season, necessitating improvement.
- •Knight has made tackles for loss during training camp.
- •Carter has demonstrated improved coverage skills in passing situations.
- •Bengals fans are hopeful for better defensive play this season.
- 11:00 AMYahoo Sports — Al Golden on the Bengals’ linebackers: “Love them”
"The defensive coordinator has been proven right so far this offseason.
Sources
External linksOriginal reporting and copyright belong to the linked sources. SportsNewsReport.com aggregates and links — it does not republish full articles.
Related Stories
Last 14 days- NFL•Aug 5, 2026, 11:45 AMEagles News: A.J. Epenesa is “happy that I’m not a Brown and that I’m an Eagle”
- NFL•Aug 5, 2026, 11:15 AMBryan Cook is bringing swagger to the Bengals defense, and he let Ja’Marr Chase know it
- NFL•Aug 5, 2026, 10:30 AMZac Taylor discusses expectations for the 2026 Cincinnati Bengals
- NFL•Aug 5, 2026, 10:06 AMTop D/ST units to target in 2026 fantasy football drafts
- NFL•Aug 5, 2026, 9:35 AMAaron Donald plots sports media move amid potential NFL comeback
- NFL•Aug 5, 2026, 8:31 AMSteelers Hall of Fame safety leads 2026 countdown to kickoff: Day No. 43
