Pratt and Davis may not be either of the highly touted Devins (White or Bush), but they can have a lasting impact and effect on the Bengals defense. The addition of athleticism and physicality was a must. It usually spells positive results. The Bengals defense ranked 30th in points allowed, 32nd in total yards, and 29th against the run. If that doesn’t underscore a need for fresh faces, nothing does.
Germaine Pratt comes out of NC State as a free safety turned linebacker. His history as a free safety provides the athleticism to be a three down linebacker.