Jason Williams praises Bengals' roster changes after years of criticism

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Last updated Sep 25, 2026

Jason Williams praises Bengals' roster changes after years of criticism
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Columnist Jason Williams discusses a shift in his perspective on the Cincinnati Bengals following significant roster changes this offseason. The franchise has invested heavily in its defense, acquiring talent like Dexter Lawrence and signing multiple free agents for a total of $125 million. As a result, the Bengals have secured a 2-0 start to their season against playoff-caliber opponents. Williams acknowledges the organization's willingness to adapt for success and suggests that keeping star players like Joe Burrow healthy could lead to a deep playoff run this season.

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  • •Bengals start the season 2-0 against strong competition.
  • •Franchise invested $125 million in defensive upgrades.
  • •Jason Williams notes criticism turned to support for management changes.
  • •Maintaining Joe Burrow's health is crucial for playoff aspirations.
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  • 4:30 AMYahoo Sports — Why I've changed my tone about Cincinnati Bengals | Williams
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Jason Williams' inbox: You spent years beating up on the Bengals. Now you sound like a homer. Why the change?

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