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Will Cincinnati Bengals Add Recently Released Veteran Nose Tackle?

This could make a lot of sense.

James Rapien

Nov 26, 2023; Denver, Colorado, USA; Denver Broncos defensive tackle Mike Purcell (98) following a defensive stop in the first quarter against the Cleveland Browns at Empower Field at Mile High. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 26, 2023; Denver, Colorado, USA; Denver Broncos defensive tackle Mike Purcell (98) following a defensive stop in the first quarter against the Cleveland Browns at Empower Field at Mile High. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-USA TODAY Sports / Ron Chenoy-USA TODAY Sports
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CINCINNATI — The Bengals could use more beef on their defensive line. Rookie McKinnley Jackson is dealing with a knee injury and even thought he's progressing, it would be nice to have a proven veteran nose tackle on the roster.

That's why veteran defensive tackle Mike Purcell could make a ton of sense for Cincinnati.

The 33-year-old appeared in 16 games and made 10 starts for the Broncos last season. He was released by the Patriots on Wednesday after signing with New England on Aug. 1.

Purcell would be the oldest player on the Bengals' roster, but he's been durable. He's appeared in at least 13 games in each of the last three seasons, finishing with 103 tackles and five quarterback hits.

It's reasonable to think Purcell can give the Bengals' defensive front a boost. He needs to be better than Jay Tufele, Domenique Davis and Travis Bell. It could also be good to have another veteran around to help Jackson's development.

Purcell could also give the Bengals some intel on their Week 1 opponent since he spent the past three weeks in Patriots camp.

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James Rapien

JAMES RAPIEN

James Rapien covers the Bengals for Sports Illustrated's AllBengals.com and is one-half of the Locked on Bengals Podcast. He's also the co-owner/creator of Cincinnati Bengals Talk on YouTube. He earned a journalism degree from the University of Cincinnati and has spent the majority of his professional career in the Queen City. Rapien previously covered the Cavaliers and Indians in Cleveland. He has a background in radio, which includes stops at 700 WLW, ESPN 1530 and 92.3 The Fan. He loves a good trade rumor and uses copious amounts of hot sauce on his food. Cincinnati chili is his go-to meal, followed by gallons of mint chocolate chip ice cream for dessert. When he isn't working or eating, he's probably walking his dog Finley or spending time with family.  

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