Bengals sign rookie edge rusher Cashius Howell to fully guaranteed deal
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 11, 2026, 8:01 PM
Last updated Jun 11, 2026
The Cincinnati Bengals signed rookie edge rusher Cashius Howell to a fully guaranteed four-year contract worth $12,008,000. This contract marks a historic milestone for the franchise, as it is the first time a second-round pick has received a fully guaranteed deal. The Bengals have shifted their approach this offseason, aligning more closely with trends seen across the league, as seen in previous contracts like that of Demetrius Knight. This movement is indicative of the team's evolving strategy in handling rookie contracts.
- •Bengals signed Cashius Howell for $12,008,000.
- •First fully guaranteed contract for a second-round pick in team history.
- •Bengals are adapting to new trends in rookie contracts.
- •Previous contracts showed less guaranteed money, highlighting the change.
- 8:01 PMYahoo Sports — Bengals’ latest contract decision shows even more progress
"The Bengals are moving like a modern NFL franchise. This decision to avoid a problem is the newest example.
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