The Bengals don’t usually do stuff like this.
They’ve spent years drafting players, developing them, and trying to keep the roster stable without blowing up the cap.
That’s been their way for a long time. But when they sent the No. 10 overall pick in the 2026 draft to the Giants for Dexter Lawrence—and then…
The Bengals Defense Was Broken—and They're Paying Dearly to Fix It
Cincinnati's decision to Bengals trade for Dexter Lawrence in exchange for the No. 10 overall pick isn't a bold strategy—it's damage control. The Bengals allowed 147.1 rushing yards per game in 2025, the worst in the NFL. That's not a scheme failure; it's a…


