The Bengals should focus on big pass rushers in free agency in 2025

There may still be a long way to go in the NFL season, but Bleacher Report looks ahead to what every team might need in the offseason and believes the Cincinnati Bengals need to strengthen their front four on the defensive side of the ball.

It’s no secret that the Bengals’ defense in the first few games of the season hasn’t been what the team hoped it would be, and while there’s not much they can do about it this season other than hope the current players improve and If they potentially make a trade, they can start looking for future free agents to sign.

Bleacher Report believes Cincinnati should take a look at defensive end Chase Young, who has been an elite pass rusher during his time in the league.

Here’s what Bleacher Report had to say about it:

The Bengals defense desperately needs young talent. The once-feared group led by Lou Anarumo finds itself in a situation where it simply doesn’t have many players who can make a difference. Trey Hendrickson had three sacks in this week’s game, and there just isn’t much depth behind him.

Chase Young could be one of the most talented edge rushers in the free agent class. The former Buckeye’s return to Ohio could be an entertaining story that would also help the Bengals with an important issue that needs to be addressed.

It wouldn’t hurt for the Bengals to at least take a look at Young, but they also have other potential additions the team could make. Word is that Cincinnati should also look to trade New England Patriots cornerback Jonathan Jones and look for Michigan defensive tackle Mason Graham, who will most likely be taken in the first round.