Bengals sign second-round pick Cashius Howell to four-year deal
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 9, 2026, 7:43 PM
Last updated Jun 9, 2026
The Cincinnati Bengals announced the signing of second-round pick Cashius Howell on June 9, 2026. Howell, the 41st overall selection in the NFL Draft, was the last of the Bengals' seven draft picks to sign. He recorded 11.5 sacks in his final season at Texas A&M, earning All-American honors and SEC Defensive Player of the Year. Howell is expected to bolster the Bengals' pass rush after Trey Hendrickson departed in free agency.
- •Cashius Howell was the Bengals' first pick after trading their first-round selection.
- •He signed a four-year deal with the team.
- •Howell performed well at Texas A&M, leading to his draft selection.
- •The Bengals aim to enhance their defense following key offseason departures.
- 7:43 PMYahoo Sports — Cincinnati Bengals sign second-round pick Cashius Howell
- 7:33 PMYahoo Sports — Bengals sign second-rounder Cashius Howell
"The Bengals have now signed each of their seven selections from April's NFL draft.
"The Bengals have signed all of their 2026 draft picks.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 9, 2026, 7:43 PMCincinnati Bengals sign second-round pick Cashius Howell
The Bengals have now signed each of their seven selections from April's NFL draft.
- Yahoo SportsJun 9, 2026, 7:33 PMBengals sign second-rounder Cashius Howell
The Bengals have signed all of their 2026 draft picks.
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