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Examining the Bengals’ backup quarterback battle leading up to roster cuts

The Bengals’ offensive line has looked pretty good in pass protection this preseason, but with AJ McCarron now a member of the Buffalo Bills, the backup quarterback role is a major concern.

As of Monday, head coach Marvin Lewis said “In my mind, we are still evaluating,” in regards to who will win the No. 2 quarterback role behind Andy Dalton.

Many fans had proposed trading for Teddy Bridgewater, but the New York Jets traded him to the New Orleans Saints on Wednesday, killing that already slim possibility.