As if the Cincinnati Bengals don’t have enough contract drama, here comes the impasse with second-round pick Demetrius Knight.

CINCINNATI — The Bengals signed rookie linebacker Demetrius Knight Jr. to a four-year contract on Saturday. Knight was selected by the Bengals in the second round (49th overall) in the 2025 NFL Draft.

Pro Football Focus gave a low ranking to the Cincinnati Bengals secondary that regressed during the 2024 season.