The Cincinnati Bengals signed or re-signed several notable players this offseason. Not one player signing was more popular with the fan base than right tackle La’el Collins, though.
Why?
Because Collins, when healthy, was once viewed as one of the best tackles in the game. The biggest Achilles heel for the Bengals in the 2021 season was the protection for start quarterback Joe Burrow. Cincinnati’s front office addressed the interior of the offensive line by signing Alex Cappa and Ted Karras on the first day of free agency. While the additions were lauded by many, they were almost to be expected, to a degree.