Bengals sign Boye Mafe to bolster defensive line ahead of 2026 season

The Cincinnati Bengals have signed Boye Mafe, a former Seahawks defensive end, to a three-year, $60 million contract. Mafe, who recorded 164 tackles and 20 sacks during his career in Seattle, had a less productive 2025 season with only 31 tackles and two sacks. Standing 6-foot-4 and weighing 265 pounds, he offers a mix of size and speed that could enhance the Bengals' defensive strategy. His ability to generate pressure and his experience playing alongside top talent in Seattle may position him as a key figure on the Bengals' defensive line moving forward.

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