The Cincinnati Bengals are facing the harsh reality of not having improved one of the weakest positions on their roster, and in the NFL.
Last year, they drafted two linebackers with the intention that one would start immediately and the hope that the other would develop after Logan Wilson's release. However, hope is not a plan.
While Demetrius Knight started, it was not a good idea. And, Barrett Carter taking over opposite Knight proved not to be the change the defense needed.
Now, with Cincinnati missing out on several upgrades at the linebacker position in free agency, they might have to draft a rookie again, hoping that player turns out to be what they need.