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Winnipeg Free Press
02-08-2025
- Sport
- Winnipeg Free Press
Bengals' cornerback competition heats up with multiple players vying for first-team spots
CINCINNATI (AP) — At Bengals training camp, no position has had more players rotating through with the first-team unit than the cornerback spot. 'I wouldn't read anything these first couple of weeks into who's lining up with who, because oftentimes it's so fluid with us at 9:52 a.m. before a 10 o'clock practice,' coach Zac Taylor said. 'That's just part of training camp. There's plenty of time for a bunch of these battles to shake out.' Cam Taylor-Britt, Dax Hill and DJ Turner were the starters for most of last season. With Taylor-Britt being managed a bit for precautionary reasons, Hill coming back from a torn ACL and Turner coming off of a subpar 2024 season, first-team snaps have been up for grabs. Josh Newton is making a strong push for the starting slot cornerback spot, and DJ Ivey has impressed while getting regular reps with the first-team defense. Taylor-Britt has been a starter for the Bengals since the middle of the 2022 season. While 2024 was the worst season of his career, he's simplifying his approach entering 2025 and has a fresh start with new defensive coordinator Al Golden. Taylor-Britt went back to the drawing board during the offseason. He watched all of his bad plays. 'You can see my eyes,' Taylor-Britt said. 'You can see why the ball was caught. It was bad eyes. It wasn't technique or anything. I have to slow down at the line and be myself. Stay confident. Stay the same guy no matter what's going on.' Hill moved from safety to cornerback entering the 2024 season, and he immediately impressed at his new position. But the former first-round pick tore his ACL in Week 5. This year, he's a candidate to start at outside cornerback or in the slot, and he's the Bengals' most versatile defensive back. 'It's good for everyone to know different spots,' Hill said. 'At corner, it's a lot of mental. Knowing your matchup. Knowing the offense, that's the biggest thing at corner. Week-to-week at corner, there's a different mindset you have to go into the game with.' Turner had been struggling in camp, running with the second-team defense and regularly allowing receptions until last Thursday. Then during that practice, he astoundingly recorded five pass breakups, including highlight plays against Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins. Turner has always shown great athleticism and the ability to track receivers down the field. The next step for him is making more plays on the ball when quarterbacks challenge him down the field. 'It's just football,' Turner said. 'There are big names here. Joe Burrow. Ja'Marr. Trey. Big names. You have to look at it as normal people and just play football. You're here for a reason, too. It's just the mental aspect of going against people you watched growing up.' Newton, the Bengals' fifth-round pick in the 2024 NFL Draft, made six starts last year after Turner's season-ending shoulder injury. His intensity, tackling ability and physicality in coverage have really been on display during a very strong training camp for him. He's consistently running with the first-team defense. Thursdays Keep up to date on sports with Mike McIntyre's weekly newsletter. 'We have the biggest question mark (in the secondary),' Newton said. 'It's an honor to have that question mark because we have a pencil ready to answer it.' Ivey was one of the best tight end stoppers in the NFL last season and regularly played on third downs. He has great size for the cornerback position and has been getting plenty of opportunities to develop as a true outside cornerback with the first-team defense. 'I think growth is a good word (for him),' Taylor said. 'DJ continues to ascend in a lot of areas on defense and special teams, and I'm excited to watch him continue to compete in training camp. He's a guy who is a joy to be around. I like what he's about.' ___ AP NFL:
Hindustan Times
02-08-2025
- Sport
- Hindustan Times
Bengals' cornerback competition heats up with multiple players vying for first-team spots
CINCINNATI — At Bengals training camp, no position has had more players rotating through with the first-team unit than the cornerback spot. HT Image 'I wouldn't read anything these first couple of weeks into who's lining up with who, because oftentimes it's so fluid with us at 9:52 a.m. before a 10 o'clock practice,' coach Zac Taylor said. 'That's just part of training camp. There's plenty of time for a bunch of these battles to shake out.' Cam Taylor-Britt, Dax Hill and DJ Turner were the starters for most of last season. With Taylor-Britt being managed a bit for precautionary reasons, Hill coming back from a torn ACL and Turner coming off of a subpar 2024 season, first-team snaps have been up for grabs. Josh Newton is making a strong push for the starting slot cornerback spot, and DJ Ivey has impressed while getting regular reps with the first-team defense. Taylor-Britt has been a starter for the Bengals since the middle of the 2022 season. While 2024 was the worst season of his career, he's simplifying his approach entering 2025 and has a fresh start with new defensive coordinator Al Golden. Taylor-Britt went back to the drawing board during the offseason. He watched all of his bad plays. 'You can see my eyes,' Taylor-Britt said. 'You can see why the ball was caught. It was bad eyes. It wasn't technique or anything. I have to slow down at the line and be myself. Stay confident. Stay the same guy no matter what's going on.' Hill moved from safety to cornerback entering the 2024 season, and he immediately impressed at his new position. But the former first-round pick tore his ACL in Week 5. This year, he's a candidate to start at outside cornerback or in the slot, and he's the Bengals' most versatile defensive back. 'It's good for everyone to know different spots,' Hill said. 'At corner, it's a lot of mental. Knowing your matchup. Knowing the offense, that's the biggest thing at corner. Week-to-week at corner, there's a different mindset you have to go into the game with.' Turner had been struggling in camp, running with the second-team defense and regularly allowing receptions until last Thursday. Then during that practice, he astoundingly recorded five pass breakups, including highlight plays against Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins. Turner has always shown great athleticism and the ability to track receivers down the field. The next step for him is making more plays on the ball when quarterbacks challenge him down the field. 'It's just football,' Turner said. 'There are big names here. Joe Burrow. Ja'Marr. Trey. Big names. You have to look at it as normal people and just play football. You're here for a reason, too. It's just the mental aspect of going against people you watched growing up.' Newton, the Bengals' fifth-round pick in the 2024 NFL Draft, made six starts last year after Turner's season-ending shoulder injury. His intensity, tackling ability and physicality in coverage have really been on display during a very strong training camp for him. He's consistently running with the first-team defense. 'We have the biggest question mark ,' Newton said. 'It's an honor to have that question mark because we have a pencil ready to answer it.' Ivey was one of the best tight end stoppers in the NFL last season and regularly played on third downs. He has great size for the cornerback position and has been getting plenty of opportunities to develop as a true outside cornerback with the first-team defense. 'I think growth is a good word ,' Taylor said. 'DJ continues to ascend in a lot of areas on defense and special teams, and I'm excited to watch him continue to compete in training camp. He's a guy who is a joy to be around. I like what he's about.' /hub/nfl This article was generated from an automated news agency feed without modifications to text.
Time of India
21-04-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
Miami Dolphins eye Cam Taylor-Britt in trade talks: What's next with Jalen Ramsey's future uncertain?
After a disappointing 8-9 season in 2024, the Miami Dolphins are looking to shake things up during the offseason. With the team failing to make the playoffs for the first time under head coach Mike McDaniel, the Dolphins are not just focusing on small tweaks, they're making bold moves in an attempt to stay competitive in the AFC East . Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Analyzing Miami Dolphins' moves and what's next Miami Dolphins, CB Jalen Ramsey reportedly will explore a trade | Pro Football Talk | NFL on NBC The Dolphins' offseason saw the departure of several key players, including Jevon Holland, Raheem Mostert, and Kendall Lamm. Meanwhile, the team bolstered its roster with additions like James Daniels, Zach Wilson, and K.J. Britt. But even with these changes, Miami might not be done yet, especially when it comes to their cornerback position. A recent announcement from Dolphins general manager Chris Grier revealed that Miami and star cornerback Jalen Ramsey are exploring potential trade options. Ramsey's hefty $16.66 million cap hit for 2025 could make him a prime trade candidate. If the Dolphins decide to part ways with Ramsey, they'll need to act fast to fill the void in their secondary. One potential solution is Cincinnati Bengals cornerback Cam Taylor-Britt . Cam Taylor-Britt: A rising star Miami should consider Taylor-Britt, who was drafted by Cincinnati in the second round of the 2022 NFL Draft, has quickly developed into a reliable starter for the Bengals. The Nebraska alum has appeared in 39 games, starting 38, and has racked up 182 tackles, seven interceptions, and 33 passes defensed over his first three seasons. At just 25 years old, Taylor-Britt offers the type of upside Miami could use as they continue to evolve their defense. Despite being graded modestly by Pro Football Focus in 2024, his stats suggest he has a lot of untapped potential. Miami could likely acquire him with a Day 2 or Day 3 pick, even if they keep Ramsey on the roster for another season. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The Dolphins' Cornerback Dilemma While the Dolphins' cornerback room is solid with veterans like Xavien Howard, they could use more depth and a young, explosive player like Taylor-Britt. With Ramsey possibly on the move, this trade could be an ideal opportunity for Miami to secure a long-term solution to its defensive backfield needs. Also Read: Whether or not Ramsey is traded, bringing in Taylor-Britt would give Miami an extra weapon to bolster their defense and keep pace with the fierce competition in the AFC East.
