Bengals seek cornerback help, consider Asante Samuel Jr

The Cincinnati Bengals are looking to rebuild their defense after finishing the 2024 season with a 9-8 record and missing the playoffs. They ranked poorly in defense, allowing 348.3 yards and 25.5 points per game. To change this, the team fired defensive coordinator Lou Anarumo and hired Al Golden from Notre Dame. With veteran cornerback Mike Hilton still unsigned, the Bengals need to strengthen their secondary. One of the players they might consider is Asante Samuel Jr. He is predicted to be a good fit for the team. Samuel, 25, played college football at Florida State and was a second-round draft pick by the Los Angeles Chargers in 2021. In his four years with the Chargers, Samuel started in 50 games and made a respectable number of tackles and interceptions. However, he struggled last season due to a shoulder injury, which limited him to just four games. His overall performance rankings were below average among NFL cornerbacks. While there are other more experienced cornerbacks available, Samuel could offer a promising option for the Bengals at a reasonable price. The team is looking for fresh talent to enhance their defense as they prepare for the upcoming season.