Bengals defensive tackle Jonathan Allen adjusts training routine for success

Cincinnati Bengals defensive tackle Jonathan Allen, signed this offseason, focuses on balancing practice and recovery as training camp progresses. Now at 31 years old, Allen aims to optimize his performance while learning the team's new defensive system. With 45.5 career sacks, he hopes to leverage his experience alongside teammate Dexter Lawrence to enhance the Bengals' pass rush. Allen did not participate in practice on July 30 as part of a strategy to maintain peak condition for the upcoming season. His leadership presence in the locker room is already being felt as the team prepares for the season ahead.

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