Bengals cut George Iloka: What it means going forward for Cincinnati

The Bengals just had one of the biggest shockers of 2018.

Following Cincinnati’s preseason win in Dallas, the team cut starting safety George Iloka. It was a move that came out of nowhere and was a major surprise to everyone in Cincinnati, as Iloka had become a valued member of this franchise, not to mention a leader on this defense since earning a starting role in 2013.

So, what exactly does this mean for the franchise going forward?

Jessie Bates...or bust

When the Bengals invested a second-round pick in Wake Forest safety Jessie Bates, it was clear there was going to be a big chance to the secondary, eventually.

But the thought was that Bates would be incorporated as a third safety and…