Bengals rookie Tacario Davis aims to improve tight end coverage
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 5, 2026, 11:15 AM
Last updated Jun 5, 2026
Cincinnati Bengals third-round draft pick Tacario Davis is set to bolster the team's defense against tight ends in his rookie season. Davis, measuring 6’4” and weighing 194 pounds, brings impressive speed with a 4.41 40-yard dash time. Bengals coach Al Golden believes Davis's length and agility can address longstanding issues in covering tight ends. Despite struggling with injuries in the previous season at Washington, Davis recorded two interceptions and previously excelled in run defense. The Bengals hope his skill set will make an immediate impact as he adapts to the NFL level.
- •Tacario Davis was selected 72nd overall in the 2026 NFL Draft.
- •He recorded an 81.8 run defense grade in 2025.
- •Davis has an elite 85.9 coverage grade from 2023.
- •He dealt with rib and hamstring injuries last season, missing six games.
- •The Bengals prioritize length and speed at cornerback in this draft.
- 11:15 AMYahoo Sports — Bengals Rookie Spotlight: Tacario Davis
"Davis will be expected to help cover tight ends in year one.
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