Those who have followed the Cincinnati Bengals since the inception of NFL free agency are aware of their aversion to big-splash signings outside of their comfort zone. But, in that respect and in so many others, 2020 brought changes within the Paul Brown Stadium walls.
Based on the sudden and steep decline of the Bengals’ defense the past couple of years, the team made bolstering that side of the ball a major priority. After the team brought in some high-profile names in free agency and more young talent in the draft, they weren’t ready to rest on their laurels.