Jonathan Allen gives Bengals defensive line a B grade in training camp
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Last updated Aug 10, 2026
Jonathan Allen of the Cincinnati Bengals assessed the defensive line during training camp, giving it a grade of B. The Bengals revamped their defense in the offseason, bringing in Allen among other talents to improve from last season's performance. Allen noted the unit has shown good potential but acknowledged areas for improvement, emphasizing the importance of results on game day. The presence of players like Dexter Lawrence and BJ Hill has allowed for increased competition, positively impacting the offense during practice.
- •Allen gave the Bengals defensive line a grade of B during training camp.
- •Cincinnati's defensive unit underwent a significant offseason reconstruction.
- •The new additions include veteran Jonathan Allen and Dexter Lawrence.
- •Allen emphasized the need for improvement and performance in games.
- •The improved defense is creating challenges for the offense during practices.
- 2:06 PMYahoo Sports — Cincinnati Bengals: Jonathan Allen settling in with new defense
- 11:15 AMYahoo Sports — Jonathan Allen grades the Bengals defensive line so far in training camp
"For all the praise the Cincinnati Bengals defensive line has been getting this training camp, Jonathan Allen grades the unit’s performance so far as a “B.” The Bengals’ new veteran defensive tackle said he likes what he’s seen but nothing has truly been accomplished yet. Cincinnati will have a better idea what it really looks like — at least to an extent — Aug. 13 in the preseason opener ...
"The Bengals front office reconstructed that unit this offseason
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 10, 2026, 2:06 PMCincinnati Bengals: Jonathan Allen settling in with new defense
For all the praise the Cincinnati Bengals defensive line has been getting this training camp, Jonathan Allen grades the unit’s performance so far as a “B.” The Bengals’ new veteran defensive tackle said he likes what he’s seen but nothing has truly been accomplished yet. Cincinnati will have a better idea what it really looks like — at least to an extent — Aug. 13 in the preseason opener ...
- Yahoo SportsAug 10, 2026, 11:15 AMJonathan Allen grades the Bengals defensive line so far in training camp
The Bengals front office reconstructed that unit this offseason
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