Cincinnati Bengals considered best fit for Bobby Wagner amid linebacker overhaul
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 8:24 PM
Last updated Jun 17, 2026
The Cincinnati Bengals are seen as the best fit for free agent linebacker Bobby Wagner, who has had a highly successful NFL career. Wagner, a six-time All-Pro, recorded 162 tackles last season but is without a team after his stint with the Washington Commanders. The Bengals restructured their defense following the departure of Trey Hendrickson but still need reinforcement at linebacker. Wagner's experience may significantly bolster a young corps that struggled in the previous season. He aims to find the right fit as he approaches his 15th NFL season.
- •Bengals lost Trey Hendrickson to Baltimore Ravens this offseason.
- •Wagner had an impressive 162 tackles in his last season.
- •Cincinnati's defense aims to improve after a tough 2025 season.
- •Demetrius Knight Jr. and Barrett Carter are expected to start at linebacker.
- •Wagner is assessing his options for the upcoming season.
- 8:24 PMYahoo Sports — Cincinnati Bengals Named ‘Best Fit’ for Future Hall of Fame Defender
"The Cincinnati Bengals finally said their tough goodbye to All-Pro defensive end Trey Hendrickson this offseason when he signed with […]
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