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USA Today
10-05-2025
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- USA Today
Bengals UDFA provides injury update, why he picked Cincy
Bengals UDFA provides injury update, why he picked Cincy Seth McLaughlin on why he wanted to play in Cincinnati: 'Great offense. They compete for Super Bowls. I've won a championship at every level.' Expects to be fully cleared by camp. #Bengals @FOX19 — Jeremy Rauch (@FOX19Jeremy) May 9, 2025 It's not a great secret why an undrafted free agent might choose the Cincinnati Bengals. Just ask Seth McLaughlin, the former Ohio State standout who fell out of the draft this year after suffering a torn Achilles last winter. At rookie minicamp this week, McLaughlin told reporters, including Fox 19's Jeremy Rauch, that he chose the Bengals because of the offensive fit and the fact Joe Burrow's team is a Super Bowl contender. Also tucked into McLaughlin's commentary is the slight reveal that he should be good to practice this summer as his rehab continues. RELATED: Bengals' Trey Hendrickson, Germaine Pratt standoffs updated Whether McLaughlin is fully cleared for training camp or not, it will be interesting to see if the Bengals approach this as almost a redshirt year for him to get healthy before competing for the 53 as a sophomore. Either way, the Bengals very obviously got great value with McLaughlin and fans getting to hear these types of comments is certainly refreshing: RELATED: Bengals' Geno Stone gets brutally honest about his contract restructure
Yahoo
09-05-2025
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- Yahoo
QB Payton Thorne, 12 other undrafted players sign with Bengals
The Bengals signed four draft picks on Thursday and they added a bunch of undrafted rookies to the roster on Friday. Quarterback Payton Thorne was one of 13 signings announced by the team. Thorne spent three years at Michigan State and two seasons at Auburn before moving into the NFL. He was 199-of-317 for 2,713 yards, 21 touchdowns, and nine interceptions last season. Advertisement The Bengals also signed Ohio State center Seth McLaughlin, Duke wide receiver Jordan Moore, Oklahoma State wide receiver Rashod Owens, West Virginia tight end Kole Taylor, Michigan long snapper William Wagner, Dickinson defensive tackle Dante Barnett, Arizona running back Quali Conley, Notre Dame defensive tackle Howard Cross III, BYU tackle Caleb Etienne, Arkansas defensive tackle Eric Gregory, Texas Tech cornerback Bralyn Lux, and Cincinnati wide receiver Jamoi Mayes. Barnett is from England and will receive a roster exemption as part of the International Player Pathway Program.
USA Today
04-05-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Seth McLaughlin circled as Bengals UDFA most likely to make final 53
Seth McLaughlin circled as Bengals UDFA most likely to make final 53 Ohio State center Seth McLaughlin was easily the biggest name for the Cincinnati Bengals in undrafted free agency this offseason. It shouldn't come as a shock, then, to think that McLaughlin has the best shot at the final 53-man roster this summer, either. Bleacher Report's Brent Sobleski picked McLaughlin as the UDFA most likely to make the 53 while pointing out his injury woes: "Unfortunately, McLaughlin also suffered a season-ending torn Achilles tendon, which could hamper his participation in training camp. Still, the Cincinnati Bengals should try to sneak McLaughlin onto the roster somehow, because he could potentially replace Ted Karras in the lineup." RELATED: 2025 NFL draft: RAS scores for new Bengals rookie class The Rimington Trophy winner is a solid prospect, but it might be a little early to suggest he'll get the better of Ted Karras right now. But much of the 53 projection really comes down to health. The Bengals were more than happy to get a local prospect at a good value and improve depth. Behind Karras, another fan-favorite prospect in 2024 seventh-rounder Matt Lee remains in the fray for the long-term job, too. RELATED: What draft experts said about new Bengals DL Shemar Stewart
Yahoo
28-04-2025
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- Yahoo
NFL undrafted free agent signings: Dino Tomlin, Boston College WR and son of Steelers head coach, doing Bucs rookie minicamp
The 2025 NFL Draft is over, which means players that weren't selected can sign with teams as free agents. The history of undrafted players who've succeeded in the NFL anyway is actually quite length, and it includes Kurt Warner, Tony Romo, John Randle, Antonio Gates, James Harrison, Preist Holmes, Jason Peters and Wes Welker. It's the NFL Draft's "secret round." Which big names are signing this spring after going undrafted? Stay updated here. Dino Tomlin will participate in rookie minicamp with Buccaneers Boston College wide receiver Dino Tomlin, son of Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin, will participate in the Tampa Bay Buccaneers' rookie minicamp in May, per WTAE in Pittsburgh. Rookie minicamps are three-day affairs that give rookies a glimpse of what life is like for NFL players, with team meetings, practices and coaching. Teams invite undrafted free agents to participate, and from there they evaluate them and can offer invites to training camp. Donovan Edwards signing with Jets Edwards, a running back and fixture of Michigan's resurgence the past few seasons, is signing with the New York Jets per ESPN. Cobee Bryant signing with Falcons The Kansas cornerback is signing with the Atlanta Falcons, the team announced. He was first-team All-Big 12 each of the past three seasons. Seth McLaughlin signing with Bengals McLaughlin, the 2024 Rimington Award winner as the nation's best center and a first-team All-Big Ten selection, confirmed he is signing with the Cincinnati Bengals. Advertisement Shilo Sanders signing with Buccaneers His brother Shedeur was the story of the draft, but Colorado safety Shilo Sanders wound up going undrafted and is signing with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, according to ESPN. D.J. Uiagalelei signing with Chargers The former Clemson, Oregon State and Florida State quarterback, who was a five-star recruit with Rivals, is signing with Jim Harbaugh and the Los Angeles Chargers, per NFL Network. The Chargers' QB room also includes Taylor Heinicke and Trey Lance, the former No. 3 overall pick who signed with Los Angeles earlier in April, backing up Justin Herbert. Brady Cook signing with Jets The Missouri quarterback, who threw for over 2,500 yards each of the past three seasons along with 49 total touchdown passes, is signing with the New York Jets, per Fox Sports. Xavier Restrepo signing with Titans Yet another target for No. 1 overall pick Cam Ward. The Miami product is signing with the Tennessee Titans, per the NFL. Jordan Clark signing with Jets The Notre Dame product, who's the son of ESPN analyst and former Steelers safety Ryan Clark, made a pre-draft visit to the Jets and is signing there, per NFL Network. Clark transferred to South Bend for his final college season and had 37 tackles and an interception as the Fighting Irish made it all the way to the College Football Playoff championship game. Other notable undrafted free agents Texas WR Isaiah Bond Ohio State C Seth McLaughlin
Yahoo
27-04-2025
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- Yahoo
Ohio State football NFL undrafted free agent tracker
The path to the NFL sometimes takes unexpected turns. Of course, the traditional route is to play a few years of college and do well enough to hear your name called in the NFL draft. That's not always the case for everyone, though, and although the stories of carving out a different path are as plentiful as signing as a draft pick, it does happen and more frequently these days than in the past. For that reason, we like to follow what happens with Ohio State football players that don't get selected in the NFL draft, because there's always the undrafted free agent market that heats up quickly after the last pick of the draft is complete. Advertisement The crop of Buckeyes available to sign as undrafted free agents isn't as large this year because a whopping 14 went during the draft in Green Bay, but there are a few. Here's a look at all of the former Ohio State players that signed with NFL teams as undrafted free agents in 2025. Seth McLaughlin, Center - Cincinnati Bengals McLaughlin was expected to go somewhere in the draft, but last year's Rimington Award winner, which goes to the best center in college football, was not selected. It undoubtedly had to do with the Achilles injury he's coming off of from the tail-end of last year. He was listed as the best available prospect at the time the NFL draft ended, so the Bengals could be getting a bargain. If he's anywhere near as good as he was with Ohio State coming off injury, this is a major steal in the draft. Gee Scott Jr., Tight End - New England Patriots Scott Jr. came to Ohio State as a wide receiver, but his size and development fit more as a tight end. It took a while for him to carve out a niche, but he had a productive senior season and still has a lot of untapped potential. He could do a lot worse than landing with the Patriots, who have a history of utilizing and developing tight ends. It'll be interesting to see what kind of mark he can make in camp. Josh Fryar, Offensive Lineman - Arizona Cardinals Fryar may not have gotten a ton of accolades like some of the other Ohio State offensive linemen, but he comes with a ton of experience, having started 30 games over his career. He struggled early in his career with pass protection but became an anchor of the line as the Buckeyes' solid right tackle as the team went on a historic run through the College Football Playoff, taking home the national title. Now, he'll join a host of former Ohio State players already in Arizona and try to earn a roster spot. Advertisement Contact/Follow us @BuckeyesWire on X (formerly Twitter) and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Ohio State news, notes and opinion. Follow Phil Harrison on X. This article originally appeared on Buckeyes Wire: Ohio State football undrafted free agent tracker | Buckeyes Wire
