Bengals consider adding veteran linebacker during training camp
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 22, 2026, 9:31 AM
Last updated Jun 22, 2026
The Cincinnati Bengals are exploring the possibility of signing a veteran linebacker during training camp. This comes after addressing their linebacker needs with Demetrius Knight and Barrett Carter but still lacking additional experience in that position. Bobby Wagner and Bobby Okereke are noted as potential targets, providing leadership and depth. The team will assess if further additions are necessary as camp progresses.
- •Cincinnati Bengals may add a linebacker during training camp.
- •Bobby Wagner and Bobby Okereke are being considered.
- •Knight and Carter could be key players this season.
- •The Bengals have not added notable veteran presence yet.
- 9:31 AMYahoo Sports — Bengals could still add key free agent during training camp
"There's at least one free agent at an area of need the Bengals could add during training camp.
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