Bengals' Dexter Lawrence II Already Making Noise in Camp
Acquired via trade ahead of the draft, the defensive tackle has drawn early praise from Joe Burrow: 'He got back there pretty quick a couple of times.'
Cincinnati Bengals defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence II, acquired via trade ahead of the draft, has drawn early praise from quarterback Joe Burrow during camp. "He got back there pretty quick a couple of times," Burrow said, describing Lawrence's interior pass rush against the offense.
Who else is drawing notice up front?
Defensive tackle B.J. Hill remains on the PUP list recovering from offseason surgery but is expected to be ready for Week 1, giving Cincinnati two notable interior pieces to track as camp progresses even with one currently sidelined.
What's happening at linebacker?
Second-year linebackers Barrett Carter and Demetrius Knight Jr. have both shown promise early, with Knight recording an interception off Burrow during 11-on-11 drills - a positive sign for a position group the Bengals are still settling.
How is the offense using its backfield?
Running back Chase Brown has emerged as a possible extension candidate, with Burrow publicly advocating for the fourth-year back to see a larger role in the offense as a key option behind Ja'Marr Chase in the passing game.
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- ESPN: 2026 Cincinnati Bengals training camp: Latest intel, updates
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