Cincinnati Bengals

Bengals prioritize live tackling drills

Bengals prioritize live tackling drills

For the first time, the Bengals are emphasizing live tackling in camp to fix persistent tackling issues. Barrett Carter and Demetrius Knight get work; Bryan Cook's tackling strength could stand out. This is a significant change in practice approach that could improve the defense's overall performance. A new article on Bryan Cook reinforces his impact on fixing tackling issues.

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Updated Aug 8, 2026