Joe Burrow expresses enthusiasm for the Cincinnati Bengals' offseason moves, particularly their focus on improving defense. He appreciates the team's initiative and acknowledges the exciting stage the organization is in.
The NFL offseason has delivered big draft moments, shocking free-agent signings, and blockbuster trades. Teams now prepare for June minicamps, with training camps soon to follow.
The Cincinnati Bengals have made several moves to address their biggest weakness: defense. Ahead of the draft, they traded the 10th overall pick to the New York Giants for All-Pro defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence.
Last season and into this offseason, speculation swirled that Joe Burrow felt disappointed with the Bengals’ front office. This week, however, he made it clear that he approves of the team’s recent acquisitions. The Queen City’s franchise quarterback sounded genuinely pleased.
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“I’m really excited about the moves we made this offseason,” Burrow said. “We need to get better, so it was exciting to see the initiative from everybody in the organization and recognize that we’re in an exciting stage.”
Burrow also praised the addition of Lawrence and the signing of safety Bryan Cook.
“Finding guys like Dexter [Lawrence] and Bryan Cook to really solidify that defense allows the young guys to rise up,” he said.
The team has a clear goal: return to the Super Bowl and capture the Lombardi Trophy this time.
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The Bengals traded the 10th overall pick to the New York Giants for All-Pro defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence.
Joe Burrow is excited about the offseason moves and appreciates the organization's initiative to improve the team.
With the recent acquisitions, the Bengals are expected to show significant improvement, particularly on defense, as they prepare for minicamps and training camps.
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It has been only four years since the Bengals appeared in Super Bowl LVI, but they have also missed the playoffs in each of the past three seasons since 2022.
The Bengals possess the offensive firepower to compete with any team in the league. However, defensive struggles and Burrow’s health have held them back.
Over the past three seasons, Burrow has missed 16 games due to injuries. A wrist injury ended his 2023 season, and a foot injury sidelined him for half of 2025.
Despite those setbacks, no one is counting out Burrow and the Bengals. Even a veteran free-agent wide receiver recently expressed a desire to join the team.
If Burrow had any doubts about the organization, this offseason may have restored his faith in the front office. Now the question remains: Can he lead the Bengals back to the Super Bowl soon?