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DJ Turner II ranked 17th among NFL cornerbacks by Pro Football Focus

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 8, 2026, 2:21 AM

Last updated Aug 8, 2026

DJ Turner II ranked 17th among NFL cornerbacks by Pro Football Focus

Summary

DJ Turner II of the Cincinnati Bengals has been ranked 17th among NFL cornerbacks by Pro Football Focus in their latest evaluation. Despite a standout 2025 season where he posted significant coverage stats, PFF cited his run defense as a weakness contributing to the lower ranking. Turner, entering the final year of his rookie contract, remains focused on his performance and has been in discussions for a contract extension. Bengals' defensive coach commended his development and commitment to improving his routines, suggesting a promising outlook for the season ahead.

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•Turner finished 7th in PFF coverage grade with 78.1.
•He tied for 2nd in NFL with 13 pass breakups in 2025.
•Turner recorded a 37.9 run-defense grade, ranking 105th.
•He is in the final year of his rookie contract.
•Bengals coach praised his turnaround and approach to training.

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2:21 AMYahoo Sports — Bengals’ DJ Turner II Gets Questionable Treatment After Career Year

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The Cincinnati Bengals watched DJ Turner II emerge as one of the NFL’s more difficult cornerbacks to throw against last season.Pro Football Focus apparently wants to see more before placing him among the league’s elite.PFF released its ranking of the NFL’s top 32 cornerbacks on Aug. 7 and placed Turner at No. 17.The spot feels […] The post Bengals’ DJ Turner II Gets Questionable Treatment After Career Year appeared first on HEAVY.
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