Dax Hill speaks on Bengals backups after stepping up vs. Jaguars
Bengals cornerback Dax Hill praised Cincinnati’s reserve defensive backs after several players were forced into larger roles against Jacksonville.
In Sunday's game against the Jacksonville Jaguars, the Cincinnati Bengals were severely depleted on the defensive side of the ball, leading to several practice squad players stepping up to fill significant roles. Dax Hill, a reserve on the Bengals, expressed his pride in these players during a media interview. Hill specifically praised the effort of those called upon last minute, noting that the message extended to all Bengals throughout the season.
Despite the lineup changes, the Bengals' defense managed to hold up during the game. P.J. Jules made his first NFL start at safety, while Russ Yeast also joined the rotation. Among the key players, Hill, DJ Turner II, and DJ Ivey helped limit Jaguars slot receiver Parker Washington to just one catch for seven yards. The article notes that the Bengals will have to navigate the challenges that come with injuries and lineup changes as the season progresses.
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