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Joe Burrow Says Bengals Have 'Everything We Need' to Contend Again
Burrow said new veterans and rookies have changed the locker room as Cincinnati tries to rebound from a 492-point defensive collapse.
On Wednesday, Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow praised the team's aggressive offseason roster changes, stating the team now has "everything we need" to compete this season.
Cincinnati prioritized defensive improvements following a three-year playoff drought after allowing 492 points last season, ranking 30th in the NFL.
The front office acquired defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence via trade and signed free agents Jonathan Allen and Bryan Cook, with Burrow calling Lawrence the "best tackle in the league."
With a fully healthy roster and all five offensive line starters returning, Burrow aims to bounce back from an injury-marred campaign and execute on the field.
The three-time Pro Bowler noted that the talent influx adds urgency to the season, believing that combining young players with established veterans creates a "recipe for success.