As the Cincinnati Bengals await the return of star quarterback Joe Burrow, they must make tough decisions about the rest of their current roster. That includes potentially releasing their long-time starting running back before the start of free agency.
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Burrow suffering a season-ending wrist injury in November isn’t stopping one notable media personality from praising Cincinnati’s starting quarterback.
All of that and more in today’s Bengals news!
Skip Bayless Unwavering in Belief That Joe Burrow Is Better Than Patrick Mahomes
Despite how questionable his takes appear to be at times, Skip Bayless isn’t afraid to stick by his infamous statements. That includes his controversial opinion that Burrow is better than Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes.
Bayless doubled down on his stance during a recent episode of The Skip Bayless Show. Pro Football Network’s Tony Catalina analyzed his latest comments, including Bayless mentioning Burrow’s head-to-head record against Mahomes in four total games.
READ MORE: Skip Bayless Ranks Joe Burrow Ahead of Patrick Mahomes
Bengals Haven’t Just Hit Homers in Free Agency, They’re Nearly Batting a Thousand in Letting Guys Walk
As the Bengals prepare for the start of free agency next week, they do so with a front office that has excelled in recent years. PFN’s Jay Morrison detailed Cincinnati’s nearly flawless free agent record over the previous six offseasons.
According to Morrison, Cincinnati has let 25 of its free agents walk during that period. Of those 25 players, it’s hard to identify many that found significant success with their new team. We’ll see what happens with their 16 pending free agents this offseason.
CONTINUE READING: Cincinnati’s Impressive Free Agent History
Flurry of Cap Casualties Could Give the Cincinnati Bengals a Jump on Free Agency
Thanks to other teams needing to free up salary cap space, Cincinnati can potentially sign multiple players before the start of free agency. The Bengals can still free up $6 million in salary cap space by releasing starting RB Joe Mixon, which is expected to happen soon.
Morrison identified several players who were recently cut by other teams as targets for the Bengals. That includes tight end Hayden Hurst, who spent time with Cincinnati in 2022 and was recently released by the Carolina Panthers.
KEEP READING: Identifying Early Free Agent Targets for Bengals
Dallas Robinson’s 2024 NFL Mock Draft: Caleb Williams, Drake Maye Lead 6 First-Round QBs
Cincinnati could be forced to fill two massive holes in the trenches this offseason. Starting right tackle Jonah Williams and starting defensive tackle D.J. Reader are both set to hit free agency. Many expect Williams to leave as he looks for a starting job at left tackle.
Pro Football Network’s Dallas Robinson has the Bengals selecting an intriguing offensive tackle prospect in his latest mock draft. Given the strength of this year’s class along the offensive line, Cincinnati should be in a good position with the 18th overall pick.
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