The elephant on the practice field in training camp so far has been the contract status of star defensive end Carlos Dunlap.
Whether he leaves after this season or not, Dunlap will go down as one of the best defensive ends in Bengals history. Even though his contract expires after the season, the Bengals are hoping they can get him to stay for a few more seasons.
Dunlap skipped part of OTAs while a new deal was being negotiated, but thankfully, he is not holding out during training camp. Dunlap’s agent, Drew Rosenhaus, is at practice, though, which is a sure sign talks are heating up.