Yardbarker
x
Bengals Re-Sign Defensive End Joseph Ossai to One-Year Deal
Nov 7, 2024; Baltimore, Maryland, USA;Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson (8) rushes in-between Cincinnati Bengals defensive end Joseph Ossai (58) and cornerback DJ Turner II (20) at M&T Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-Imagn Images Tommy Gilligan-Imagn Images

Bengals Re-Sign Defensive End Joseph Ossai to One-Year Deal

Originally posted on Cincinnati Bengals on SI
By Russell Heltman  |  Last updated Mar 10, 2025 8:42 PM ET

 The Bengals extended one of the team's top picks from the 2021 draft. NFL Network's Ian Rapoport reported defensive end Joseph Ossai is linking back up with Cincinnati on a one-year, $7 million deal.

The former third-round pick is coming off the best season of his career on special teams but was a little hit-or-miss rushing the passer. He totaled totaled 31 pressures, 46 tackles, and five sacks on a career-high 576 snaps during the 2024 season.

The 24-year-old gets another chance to show he can be a leveled-up pass rusher this fall. He should have plenty of chances with Sam Hubbard's retirement and Trey Hendrickson's future in flux.

This article first appeared on Cincinnati Bengals on SI and was syndicated with permission.

More must-reads:

Customize Your Newsletter

Yardbarker +

Get the latest news and rumors, customized to your favorite sports and teams. Emailed daily. Always free!

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.