Bengals Boost Defense with Mafe, Cook, Allen Signings

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The Cincinnati Bengals made some bold moves in NFL free agency to shore up their defense.

They signed Ed rusher bouillet mafe, safety Brian Cook, and defensive lineman Jonathan

Allen.

These additions target the past rush and secondary, addressing key weaknesses from recent seasons.

Mafe brings consistent pressure off the edge, much like an early tray Hendrixson did

for the team.

He's posted strong production with over 40 pressures each of the last three years.

Cook steps in as a big upgrade of safety, where the Bengals struggle with poor tackling

and coverage.

Experts at pro football focus have praised these picks highly.

They note Mafe's overall grades above 70, and Cook's elite 83.5 mark from last season,

ranking him fourth among safeties.

That's a huge jump from Cincinnati starters, who rang near the bottom.

These signings boost the interior rush and run defense right away.

The team now eyes a veteran linebacker, plus more Ed rusher's and cornerbacks before

the draft.

With a tent overall pick looming, the Bengals look primed for a stronger defensive front

as they gear up for next season.