Week 5 is the perfect time for Bengals to get Cashius Howell back on track

Matt Fitzgerald of Stripe Hype argues that the Cincinnati Bengals should increase rookie edge rusher Cashius Howell's playing time in Week 5 against the Miami Dolphins. Howell, a 2026 second-round pick from Texas A&M, saw his snap count decline from 41 snaps in Week 2 to 17 in Week 4 against the Jacksonville Jaguars.

Fitzgerald contends that Howell provides superior athleticism and pass-rushing skills compared to Myles Murphy to contain mobile quarterback Malik Willis. The writer suggests that facing a winless Dolphins squad offers Cincinnati an ideal opportunity to expand Howell's role ahead of their bye week.