When they’re not playing the Browns, the Bengals have one of the better defenses in the NFL, led by linebacker Logan Wilson and safety Jessie Bates III. Newcomers Chidobe Awuzie and Mike Hilton have played a crucial role as well.
However, with Trae Waynes continually sidelined and Eli Apple having given up several big-play opportunities, there was a clear hole, one that’s hampered the Bengals over the last few weeks.
It was clear and obvious that something had to be done after the Bengals defense was thrashed by Mike White’s Jets. White threw for over 400 yards.