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Big names in free agency could mean Bengals address TE after draft
TL;DR
The Cincinnati Bengals are expected to focus on the tight end position before training camp, potentially through the draft or free agency. They may consider addressing this need as early as the second round of the draft or by signing notable free agents.
The Cincinnati Bengals should attack the tight end position once or twice before training camp.
Whether that’s in the draft, free agency or a combo deal remains to be seen.
If it’s the draft, one could see the Bengals addressing the position as high as even the second round (that’s what they did with a blocker like Drew Sample, after all).
More likely, though, is free agency, where some big names remain:
- David Njoku
- Darren Waller
- Jonnu Smith
- Will Dissly
Njoku might just be the most realistic at this point. But the list really just goes to show how much the market has cooled. Now that the Bengals have waited around, perhaps they can find a steal.
Then again, the Bengals went with a “big name” last year with Noah Fant and fumbling issues marred his time with the team.
No matter what they do, tight end is a quiet need. Sample is a blocker. Mike Gesicki is a big slot wideout. Erick All looked like the future, but the medical problems resurfaced.
Even if it’s a shot on a notable name just like Fant, expect something from the Bengals between now and camp.
This article originally appeared on Bengals Wire: Big names in free agency could mean Bengals address TE after draft
Q&A
What tight end options are available for the Bengals in free agency?
The Bengals are looking at several big-name tight ends in free agency to strengthen their roster.
Could the Bengals draft a tight end in the second round?
Yes, the Bengals may consider drafting a tight end as high as the second round, similar to their previous selection of Drew Sample.
What is the Bengals' strategy for addressing the tight end position?
The Bengals plan to address the tight end position through a combination of the draft and free agency before training camp.
