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SHOCKING Cincinnati Bengals Offseason Take From National Media
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ESPN's Seth Walder gave the Cincinnati Bengals a C for their 2026 offseason... but did he completely miss the mark?
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In today's episode, we break down Walder's latest ESPN.com offseason grades and explain why his evaluation of the Bengals doesn't add up. Despite praising Cincinnati for addressing major defensive needs, Walder criticized the team's biggest move—trading for Dexter Lawrence—calling the price too high after the Bengals sent the No. 10 overall pick to the New York Giants.
Was it really an overpay?
We dive into why Lawrence remains one of the NFL's premier defensive tackles, why one "down" season shouldn't erase years of elite production, and why context matters when evaluating his 2025 performance. We also discuss why comparing an established All-Pro to a rookie available at No. 10 isn't as simple as it sounds.
Plus, we examine:
Why the Bengals desperately needed to upgrade the interior defensive line.
Whether Jonathan Allen and Boye Mafe were smart additions.
Why leadership matters as much as talent on defense.
How Cincinnati's draft board made the Dexter Lawrence trade even more logical.
Why the Bengals are clearly built to win right now, not three years from now.
Do you agree with Seth Walder's C grade, or do you think the Bengals had one of the best offseasons in the NFL?
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