Joe Burrow Expects One Bengals Defender to Have a Breakout Season

The 24-year-old quarterback has to go up against this guy everyday in practice.

CINCINNATI — Expectations are sky-high for the Bengals' offense this season.

They have a potential superstar at quarterback in Joe Burrow and they gave him a plethora of playmakers to throw to. 

From Tee Higgins and Joe Mixon to Tyler Boyd and Ja'Marr Chase, the young signal-caller should be happy with the weapons at his disposal. 

Despite the expectations, the Bengals' defense made quite an impression over the past six weeks. One new face caught Burrow's attention early on in camp.  

"Chido (Chidobe Awuzie) is going to have a big year. I’m excited, he’s a tough guy to go against every day in practice," Burrow said. "There are no easy ones with Chido. He’s on his stuff, understands the weaknesses of a coverage and leverage and what receivers are trying to do with releases. He’s going to be a big part of this team and I’m excited to watch him."

The Bengals signed cornerback Chidobe Awuzie to a three-year, $21 million contract in March. He made life hard on Chase, Higgins and the rest of the wide-outs in practice. 

With Trae Waynes out, Awuzie will be the Bengals' No. 1 cornerback on Sunday against the Vikings.

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