Analysis: The layers behind how the Bengals ended up with the NFL's worst defense

Breaking down the moves the Bengals have made over the last few years that have led to the team once again fielding one of the worst defensive units

Who’s going to step up and lead a Bengals’ defense that’s as bad as any in the NFL?

The next most experienced player on the defense is Geno Stone, who’s the worst tackler on a defense that’s Achillies heel is tackling. The Bengals had him take a pay cut during the offseason but stuck with him anyway as their starting free safety without any competition behind him.

Bengals guard Dylan Fairchild injured vs Jets in NFL Week 8

Cincinnati Bengals rookie left guard Dylan Fairchild suffered an apparent injury during the second quarter of the team's NFL Week 8 game against the New York Jets at Paycor Stadium. Fairchild remained down at the end of a play, holding his knee. He walked off the field under his own power toward the blue medical tent.

Bengals quarterback Joe Flacco injured vs Jets in NFL Week 8

Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Flacco suffered an apparent shoulder injury during the fourth quarter of the team's NFL Week 8 game against the New York Jets, one of Flacco's former teams, at Paycor Stadium. Medical personnel looked on as Flacco threw passes on the sideline. Backup Jake Browning warmed up.

NFL roundup: Jets edge Bengals as Glenn gets first win; Ravens end Bears' streak

Cincinnati – Breece Hall rushed for two second-half touchdowns and threw a 4-yard TD pass to Mason Taylor with 1:54 left, helping the New York Jets edge the Cincinnati Bengals 39-38 on Sunday for their first win of the season. It was also the first win for new Jets coach Aaron Glenn, the former Lions defensive coordinator.

Report: Dallas Cowboys Interested in Trading for Cincinnati Bengals Star

The #Cowboys made trade calls to the #Raiders on Maxx Crosby and the #Bengals on Trey Hendrickson, but were rebuffed by both teams, per @JayGlazer. Dallas is in the market for defense. pic.twitter.com/hjqcZf3W0t

Bengals defensive end Trey Hendrickson injured, declared out vs Jets in NFL Week 8

Cincinnati Bengals defensive end Trey Hendrickson was injured during the team's NFL Week 8 game against the New York Jets at Paycor Stadium.

NFL Week 8 winners and losers: Packers torch Mike Tomlin's defense; Colts' Jonathan Taylor makes MVP case

The Cincinnati Bengals, who upset the Pittsburgh Steelers with a prime-time shootout back in Week 7, found themselves on the wrong end of a similarly high-scoring affair. The Drake Maye-led New England Patriots stayed hot to win their sixth game in eight weeks.

NFL: Jets stun Bengals in thriller, Bills, Eagles & Patriots dominant

The injury is a potential blow for a Bengals team that's seeking to get back into the playoff race after trading for quarterback Joe Flacco. Shedeur Sanders injury: Why Browns backup quarterback is inactive in Week 8 Shedeur Sanders came down with a late injury,
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