Bengals sign Cashius Howell to rookie contract after strong draft evaluation

The Cincinnati Bengals have signed second-round rookie defensive end Cashius Howell to his rookie contract. Howell, drafted from Texas A&M, is expected to enhance the team's pass rush capabilities. Bengals assistant GM Mike Potts praised Howell's rush tools, stating they were second-to-none in this draft class. Having signed all seven draft picks, the Bengals prepare for upcoming training sessions where Howell's contributions will be closely evaluated.

• 11:15 AMYahoo Sports — Bengals say Cashius Howell’s arsenal was “second-to-none in this draft class”