Bengals Captain Emerges as Potential Trade Candidate
The Cincinnati Bengals are not expected to conduct major trades before the NFL deadline, primarily due to hopes surrounding quarterback Joe Burrow’s return. The recent performance of Joe Flacco, who secured a win against the Steelers, has also kept the Bengals’ postseason possibilities alive.
Bengals Captain Emerges as Potential Trade Candidate
Nonetheless, linebacker Logan Wilson has seen his name appear in trade talks recently. Analysts Matt Bowen and Jeremy Fowler of ESPN have placed Wilson 11th on their NFL trade deadline rankings. They have identified him as a valuable asset potentially available for trade.
Logan Wilson’s Career Highlights
- Three-down defender with enhanced coverage capabilities.
- 11 interceptions and 11 pass breakups throughout his career.
- Average of seven tackles per game over more than five seasons.
These statistics highlight Wilson’s ability to strengthen a team’s defensive lineup. His recent benching has raised questions about his future with the team. New defensive coordinator Al Golden has been promoting younger players like Demetrius Knight and Barret Carter, further complicating Wilson’s position.
Current Situation and Future Considerations
In Week 6, Wilson played only 12 snaps and contributed primarily on special teams. His snap count did improve slightly to 26, accounting for 45 percent of defensive plays in Week 7. Despite his reduced role, the Bengals may be reluctant to trade him, especially given his significant salary of $6 million for the upcoming year.
It seems plausible that the franchise will wait until next offseason for a more comprehensive defensive restructuring. The Bengals must weigh their options carefully, given the potential impact on their future performance.
As discussions about Wilson’s possible trade continue, only time will tell if the Bengals will take action. For now, they remain focused on leveraging Burrow’s potential return to elevate their season.
