Zac Taylor compares Dexter Lawrence's play to a flying squirrel
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 12, 2026, 8:32 PM
Last updated Oct 12, 2026
Cincinnati Bengals head coach Zac Taylor praised defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence II for his impressive stop on Dolphins quarterback Malik Willis during the first quarter of their Week 5 game in Miami. Taylor remarked on the remarkable leap made by Lawrence, likening it to a 'giant flying squirrel.' Throughout the season, Lawrence has made significant contributions, recording 14 tackles and three sacks. Acquired from the New York Giants earlier in 2026, he recently signed a one-year extension with the Bengals, which has allowed the team to free up cap space.
- •Lawrence stopped Willis on a second-and-goal sneak attempt.
- •He has recorded 14 tackles and three sacks this season.
- •Lawrence was traded from the New York Giants to the Bengals in 2026.
- •His one-year extension has created additional cap space for the Bengals.
- •Taylor plans to commemorate Lawrence's remarkable play visually.
- 8:32 PMYahoo Sports — Zac Taylor compares Dexter Lawrence to flying squirrel on QB stop
"Star defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence II is in his first season with the Bengals.
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