The Cincinnati Bengals have a very young defense, but for them to move forward, they could use some seasoned veterans.

Although the players on this list may not be able to do everything physically that they once could, they can still be productive and would make great mentors for the young defenders.

Here are some potential free agents whose experience could be invaluable to the Bengals.

Linebackers

The Bengals started two rookie linebackers for most of 2025. Once Logan Wilson headed south, there was no one around to teach them how to be a pro or support them on...

With the offseason arriving for the Cincinnati Bengals, we’re taking a quick look at five free agents the team should be working to re-sign ASAP.

1. RG Dalton Risner

This is the best offensive line the Bengals have had in at least a decade. Even if you go back to the Andrew Whitworth and Kevin Zeitler days, they frequently had problems at left tackle and center. With the addition of Dylan Fairchild and Risner at guard, this unit had a solid starting five.

Risner’s strength is pass protection, which is perfect for Cincinnati. He is on the record saying...

Bengals News

Bengals’ Cam Taylor-Britt sentenced to 5 days in jail after pleading guilty to reckless driving charge

Cincinnati Bengals cornerback Cam Taylor-Britt must spend five days in jail after pleading guilty in a Hamilton County courtroom Tuesday.

Quick Hits | ‘Already Re-Energized’ Zac Taylor Turns To Defense On First Day Of Offseason

In what no doubt is foreshadowing for the rest of the offseason, defense dominated Bengals head coach Zac Taylor’s end-of-year news conference Monday at Paycor Stadium.

Fan frustration grows as Bengals ownership rejects change after another playoff miss

It was around 10 a.m. Monday when Cincinnati...

Some major AFC North news broke on Tuesday evening as the Baltimore Ravens are finally moving on from John Harbaugh.

A move that may be shocking to some, with a roster as stacked as they have had as of late and no Super Bowl rings to show for it, it kind of makes sense overall.

Now obviously, Harbaugh becomes one of the hottest names on the market in this NFL coaching cycle. With several jobs already open, it will be interesting to see where he lands.

However, it does beg one question: Would you replace Zach Taylor with Harbaugh if...

When the Cincinnati Bengals announced 19 signings of players to either one-year extensions or futures contracts, one name not making the list was a surprise.

Following his rookie campaign, center Seth McLaughlin was noticeably absent from the list of players the Bengals wanted to keep in the building,

Tuesday evening, we found out why, as McLaughlin has signed a reserve/future contract with the Detroit Lions.

McLaughlin was one of the best centers in college football in 2024, winning the Rimington Award after a great season that was cut short by a torn Achilles tendon.

McLaughlin went undrafted before signing with...

The Cincinnati Bengals signed CFL standout wide receiver Dohnte Meyers after a workout on Tuesday, according to NFL reporter Aaron Wilson.

Meyers, who will turn 26 in July, recorded 65 receptions, 1,056 yards, and eight touchdowns this year for the Saskatchewan Roughriders.

Meyers played college football initially at Presbyterian in 2018 and 2019. He transferred to Delta State for his final three years in college.

After going undrafted in the NFL Draft, he signed a futures contract with Saskatchewan in October of 2023. His pre-draft measurables listed him at 5 ft. 9 1/2 inches and 188 pounds.

Meyers will need...

The Cincinnati Bengals have plenty of questions that will need to be answered this offseason. One of the biggest is a lingering one from last season. What are the Bengals and pass rusher Trey Hendrickson going to do?

ESPN’s NFL Insider Jeremy Fowler did not have a positive update regarding them sticking together:

“This relationship has run its course. The Bengals have the option to franchise-tag Hendrickson, but after a year of contentious contract negotiations, the edge rusher appears poised to land elsewhere and capitalize on a booming positional market.”

The contract drama between Cincinnati and Hendrickson got to...

2025 was a tough season for Cincinnati Bengals cornerback Cam Taylor-Britt. He found himself on the bench after poor play before a Lisfranc injury put an end to his season in November.

His rookie contract expires when the new league year begins in March, and while he said he is open to staying in Cincinnati, he would also be interested in a chance of scenery.

On Tuesday, we learned that Taylor-Britt will now be doing jail time for an incident that occurred in September, following the Bengals’ win vs. the Jacksonville Jaguars.

Taylor-Britt was initially arrested for reckless driving and...

Joe Burrow has made it clear that, while he doesn’t want Zac Taylor or Duke Tobin fired, he wants the Cincinnati Bengals’ front office to seriously try to make the team competitive again.

On Sunday, James Rapien brought up the role free agent signings played in the Bengals’ success in 2021 and 2022 and asked the QB how important he thinks that is for the organization.

“Yeah, that’s of paramount importance,” Burrow responded. “You have to identify where you’re weak and figure out a way to be strong in that area. That’s the NFL year in and year out. Sometimes...

We have a responsibility to save our children. They’re the most vulnerable people in our society, and it’s downright irresponsible to introduce them to the Cincinnati Bengals.

It’s too late for me. It’s too late for us—if you’re here and you’re reading this, you’re part of the “us.”

But it’s not too late for them.

I’ve made my bed, and now I’ll sleep in it. I really, really hope that before my permanent rest comes, the Bengals reach the peak of the mountain so I can rest comfortably in the bed I’ve made for myself.

I fear that’s not going...

Who were the biggest contributors this season for the Cincinnati Bengals, and what changed over time?

Joe Burrow (478) managed to edge out Joe Flacco (418) for the most snaps by a quarterback this season, but he still took less than half of the team’s total offensive snaps when you account for the Jake Browning (212) starts.

Ja’Marr Chase led all receivers with 987 snaps, followed by Andrei Iosivas, who played 851. Tee Higgins came in third with 769 snaps. The only other player who took a significant amount of snaps over the course of the season was Mitchell Tinsley,...

Bengals News:

Bengals keeping coach Zac Taylor, top executive Duke Tobin

Not a shock, but certainly frustrating for a lot of fans.

Zac Taylor Retaining Bengals Staff

Not only is Taylor staying, but he said he plans to keep his entire coaching staff.

Bengals are trying something new despite confirming suspicions about Zac Taylor, Duke Tobin

It is different, at least…

Bengals Sign 13 Players to Reserve/Future Contracts, Six Players to Contract Extensions

The Bengals had a few players they wanted to retain early for 2026.

Bengals’ top 10 draft pick is nice, but not nearly enough

Cincinnati will...