Bengals enhance roster with key signings this offseason
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 24, 2026, 1:30 PM
Last updated Jun 24, 2026
The Cincinnati Bengals have made several significant roster moves this offseason, highlighted by the addition of Dexter Lawrence. In free agency, they also secured safety Bryan Cook, edge rusher Boye Mafe, and defensive tackle Jonathan Allen. These players are expected to make immediate contributions, addressing previous defensive shortcomings. USA Today recognizes these signings as impactful for the team's winning potential around quarterback Joe Burrow.
- •Bengals acquire Dexter Lawrence in a significant trade.
- •Safety Bryan Cook has won two Super Bowls with the Chiefs.
- •Edge rusher Boye Mafe has over 40 pressures for three seasons.
- •Defensive tackle Jonathan Allen brings 125 career starts.
- •USA Today praises these moves as enhancing the Bengals' competitiveness.
- 1:30 PMYahoo Sports — Bengals’ overlooked roster moves getting national hype
"The Dexter Lawrence trade wasn't the only big move the Bengals made.
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