# Bengals Linebacker Dilemma Bobby Okereke vs Wagner

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Podcast: [Cincinnati Bengals News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/cincinnati-bengals-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7433837)
Published: 2026-06-22T15:58:42+00:00
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Bengals’ linebacker depth is a concern heading into the season, with Barrett Carter and Demetrius Knight Jr. penciled in — not exactly a Super Bowl-caliber foundation. With Joe Burrow’s future secured, the team’s biggest need is a veteran linebacker, and while Bobby Wagner is the obvious name, Bobby Okereke might be the smarter, more sustainable pick. Both had nearly identical stats last year — 78 solo tackles and 2 interceptions — but Okereke, at 30, offers longer-term value and a reputation for character, even earning a Walter Payton Man of the Year nod. This quiet, underrated move could be the key to turning the Bengals’ defense around. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/57de3c185fd3a51d

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