3 positions the Bengals could upgrade before the trade deadline

Stripe Hype's Dylan Oakley argues that the Cincinnati Bengals should target running back, wide receiver, and safety ahead of the November 10 trade deadline. Following consecutive losses to the Pittsburgh Steelers and Jacksonville Jaguars, the Bengals sit at 2-2. Oakley suggests head coach Zac Taylor and the front office need to upgrade the roster around quarterback Joe Burrow to remain competitive for a championship run.

Oakley proposes finding a complementary power rusher to support Chase Brown, additional wide receiver depth behind Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins, and reinforced safety coverage due to tackling issues and Bryan Cook's recent injury. Suggested trade targets include Braelon Allen, Chris Godwin, and former Bengals safety Jessie Bates III.