To say that the 2025 Bengals defensive line is in flux is an understatement. Sam Hubbard has declared his retirement after seven seasons in Cincinnati, while All-Pro Trey Hendrickson has been given permission to seek a trade by the team.
Regardless of whether Hendrickson remains with the Bengals for 2025 and beyond, Cincinnati needs to make heavy investments in both free agency and the draft at positions on the defensive front. Myles Murphy, Cedric Johnson, and Joseph Ossai have flashed promise, but the positional cupboard needs to be restocked with talent.
There are a couple of short-term veteran options entering the free-agent market that could provide stability alongside the younger players currently on the line, as well as others who may be drafted.