Getting healthier along the defensive line is the quickest way that the Cincinnati Bengals’ entire defense can improve dramatically. That’s critical with the Baltimore Ravens’ rushing attack coming to town this weekend. The Bengals have played just one full game this year with all four starters up front, and depth has been a constant issue since the beginning of the preseason. Fortunately, there’s a good chance that depth will be enhanced by the time Sunday arrives. Let’s breakdown where the Bengals’ defensive line stands in terms of injuries, and other developments.
Trey Hendrickson seems to have avoided the worst
Head coach Zac Taylor told reporters Monday afternoon that Hendrickson suffered a stinger Sunday afternoon . The three-time Pro Bowler collided with teammate Sam Hubbard during the fourth quarter of the Bengals’ 34-24 win over the Carolina Panthers. He was down on the field for several minutes before being helped off to the sideline.
Fortunately, Hendrickson was seen not wearing a sling in the locker room Monday, and Taylor said they’ll “see where the week takes us there.”…