Bengals prepare for 2026 season with new defensive players
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 2, 2026, 8:59 PM
Last updated Jun 2, 2026
Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow expressed strong confidence in his team's roster ahead of the 2026 NFL season, calling it the most talented he has experienced. The team's offseason moves included trading for Dexter Lawrence and signing Jonathan Allen, Boye Mafe, and Bryan Cook, significantly bolstering their defense. Ja'Marr Chase noted that expectations have risen as the team aims to return to Super Bowl contention after last appearing in 2021. The Bengals' defense has been a key focus for improvement as they attempt to end their playoff drought.
- •Joe Burrow calls the 2026 roster the most talented he's seen.
- •Bengals made significant defensive signings this offseason.
- •Ja'Marr Chase highlighted rising expectations for the defense.
- •Team seeks to improve on a playoff drought since 2021.
- 8:59 PMYahoo Sports — Ja'Marr Chase: Defensive moves have raised our expectations
"Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow called this year's roster the most talented one he's been a part of in the NFL and the offseason moves on the defensive side of the ball are the biggest reason to feel that way.
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