ESPN Analyst Assigns Bengals a ‘C’ Grade for Offseason

The Cincinnati Bengals aimed to enhance their struggling defense during the 2026 NFL offseason, but ESPN’s Seth Walder criticized their approach. He deemed the trade for defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence “unwise” and too costly, citing his declining performance metrics. Walder also questioned the signing of Jonathan Allen, noting his lack of production in recent seasons, while he expressed some approval for Boye Mafe’s acquisition, albeit with concerns about his increased workload.

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