Dexter Lawrence is the single-most important player on the Cincinnati Bengals defense!

John Sheeran breaks down why ESPN’s C grade for the Bengals’ offseason may have overlooked one of the team’s biggest upgrades: the addition of All-Pro nose tackle Dexter Lawrence. From transforming the run defense to creating opportunities for the rest of the defensive front, Lawrence could end up being the move that changes Cincinnati’s entire defense in 2026.