Bengals’ best remaining long-shot free agent fits at this point

Writer Matt Fitzgerald argues that the Cincinnati Bengals should pursue available free agents rather than trade away draft picks to bolster their roster following a 4-2 start to the season. The analysis highlights three potential veteran free agent targets who could fill specific depth needs for Cincinnati: linebacker Bobby Wagner, versatile utility player Taysom Hill, and running back Raheem Mostert.

Fitzgerald points out that the Bengals have over $8 million in available salary cap space, which could easily accommodate Wagner to strengthen the run defense. Additionally, the writer suggests Hill could provide tight end insurance following an injury to Erick All Jr., while Mostert would add explosive speed to complement running backs Chase Brown and Samaje Perine.