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Film Room: Can Chris Baker replicate what he did in Washington with the Bengals?

Before free agency even began, the Bengals added what looks to be Pat Sims’s replacement on the defensive line.

Defensive tackle Chris Baker signed a 1-year deal with Cincinnati for what is reportedly about three million. In other words, it’s enough to essentially confirm his spot on the final roster.

Baker signing with the Bengals makes all the sense in the world. But just to confirm, let’s run through the checklist.

Was he cut? Check.

Did he have a down year? Check.

Is it a one-year deal?