Orlando Brown Jr. feeling his 'best' as Bengals enter critical season

Orlando Brown Jr., the 30-year-old left tackle for the Cincinnati Bengals, is feeling better than ever as he enters his eighth NFL season. After the team's first padded practice of training camp, Brown remarked, "I feel great. It’s the best my body has felt during my career." Despite a challenging pass protection season last year, which earned him a career-low grade of 62.0 from Pro Football Focus, Brown remains optimistic.

This offseason, the Bengals extended Brown's contract for two more years, ensuring his presence through the 2028 season. As the Bengals aim to return to the playoffs after missing the postseason for the past three seasons, Brown's performance is crucial. With the offensive line's role in protecting quarterback Joe Burrow now more important than ever, Brown is focusing on consistency and intensity.

He emphasized the Bengals' goal of being more physical and competitive on offense, building on the team's continuity despite changes in coaching and personnel. The Bengals' training camp kicked off on August 4, with Brown and the starting offensive line ready to give it their all.