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Cincinnati Bengals' 2018 free agency: Chris Baker comes with baggage, but could help D-line

Katherine Terrell breaks down the Cincinnati Bengals' 2018 free-agent signings.

The Bengals signed Chris Baker, who played the past season for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Here’s a closer look at the signing:

Grade: C. There’s a reason the Buccaneers were quick to cut ties with Baker one season into a three-year, $15.75 million deal. He comes with baggage.

What it means: The defensive line doesn’t jump out as an outright need for the Bengals, but it actually is one they have talked about improving.