Cincinnati Bengals and DJ Turner II remain distant on contract extension

The Cincinnati Bengals are not expected to reach a contract extension with cornerback DJ Turner II before the team’s self-imposed Week 1 deadline. Turner, entering the final season of his four-year rookie contract, is coming off a 2025 campaign where he established himself as a starting defensive back. Despite his desire to remain in Cincinnati, reports indicate the two parties are far apart on terms. The organization historically avoids extensions once the regular season begins, with the possibility of using the franchise tag in the future. This approach mirrors the team's past negotiations with other defensive players like Jessie Bates III. Turner will now play out the remainder of his current deal as he enters the final year of his rookie agreement.

• 2:37 AMYahoo Sports — Report: “Virtually no chance” Bengals extend DJ Turner II before Week 1