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Bengals' overlooked name could explain approach to DE so far

The Cincinnati Bengals took it easy when it comes to edge rushers ahead of the NFL draft, seemingly signaling that they are happy with where things stand at a position most outsiders accuse of being problematic.

With Trey Hendrickson still on the roster, Myles Murphry shouldering first-round expectations and Joseph Ossai back in the fold, one of the names who has fallen to the side of the conversation is Cam Sample.

Hence, The Athletic's Paul Dehner Jr. pointing out Sample and suggesting that even if the Bengals don't make a move in the draft, the team is happy with where things stand:

"Edge: "The club is invested in Myles Murphy playing more and playing up to his draft pedigree.