3 minutes ago, theguru said:

Can you give us all a recap of how the Seahawks used Mafe last year?

Mostly pass rusher on passing downs.

Just now, MaddenCurse44 said:

Mostly pass rusher on passing downs.

Which is not what VoR is recommending. 

If I'm the Bengals, I am going out to get a vet LB. 1 year deal. Only trade I'm making is for Jordyn Brooks from the Dolphins. 

8 minutes ago, BlueBloodedColonel said:

If I'm the Bengals, I am going out to get a vet LB. 1 year deal. Only trade I'm making is for Jordyn Brooks from the Dolphins. 

From Google:

Jordyn Brooks is widely considered an elite, top-tier linebacker in the NFL. Following an exceptional 2025 season with the Miami Dolphins, he earned first-team All-Pro honors, was voted the No. 7 off-ball linebacker in the league by executives and scouts, and debuted at No. 67 on the NFL Top 100 list.

1 hour ago, BlueBloodedColonel said:

If I'm the Bengals, I am going out to get a vet LB. 1 year deal. Only trade I'm making is for Jordyn Brooks from the Dolphins. 

What are you trading for him?

Some popcorn and a pick. ?

 

In all seriousness, a future 2nd or 3rd rounder. If the Dolphins are in rebuild mode, and he wants out, why not? I don't have a clue if he wants out- but for sure it would be worth a shot. 

4 hours ago, BlueBloodedColonel said:

In all seriousness, a future 2nd or 3rd rounder. If the Dolphins are in rebuild mode, and he wants out, why not? I don't have a clue if he wants out- but for sure it would be worth a shot. 

I want to see what we have at LB this year. Then I may look at some LBs before the trade deadline when the price comes down. 

I am with you, @theguru. Let's see what we have in our arsenal first. 

I think Dexter Lawrence (DT) improved our LB room the moment he walked in the door. That big boy is going to take up a lot of attention which should free up some room for our LBs.

3 hours ago, Tones said:

I think Dexter Lawrence (DT) improved our LB room the moment he walked in the door. That big boy is going to take up a lot of attention which should free up some room for our LBs.

I agree.  It seemed like blockers were getting to our linebackers incredibly fast last year.  Maybe with an extra second to read and react they can improve their performance this year.  At least that's what I'm going to go with at this point.  

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Football is back in Cincinnati — A new season. A fresh start. And a city ready to rally behind its team. This offseason was a statement about leaning in.

The organization made significant investments in the football team and our stadium. On the verge of a new season, the next wave are key investments in our effort, time and dedication. Our players and coaches put in the work every single week. They prepare. They compete. They push forward. Our fans are very invested — we collectively want to keep raising the bar and ask that, together, we lean in even more to continue building something meaningful.

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It reminds us that while the future is always ahead, our history deserves to be remembered and celebrated.

The Bengals' distinguished traditions are thanks to the people who have worn the uniform and the generations of fans who have supported them. We honor our great history by acting today in ways that will make us proud tomorrow.

We are leaning into a full season of themed environments, moments and national showcases. From Open In Orange Sep. 13 to Ring of Honor on Nov. 1 to our first-ever White Bengal Stripe on New Year's Eve, these are our chances to create an atmosphere that energizes our team, challenges our opponents and captures the attention of a national audience.

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Who Dey!

I have no idea how accurate this is but I have a big smile on my face. 

BJ Hill is already out with an injury. Bengals are dropping fast.

On 7/26/2026 at 11:15 AM, MaddenCurse44 said:

BJ Hill is already out with an injury. Bengals are dropping fast.

Got any scoop on your friend Shermar? He left the field today and there are concerns it is serious - a knee.