The 2019 season had its ups and down for Lou Anarumo and the Cincinnati Bengals defense. The Bengals finished the season 30th in the league in points allowed and 26th in yards allowed. However, the unit did show improvement towards the end of the year.
Different things can factor in this improvement. Guys become more comfortable in their role, being as this was their first year with a new staff. Players like Darqueze Dennard coming back from injury gave the unit a boost and letting some players go gave an opportunity for younger, more athletic guys to shine, as could be seen in the linebacker unit.