Cincinnati, OH – The Cincinnati Bengals cornerback, Cam Taylor-Britt, is making headlines with his candid assessments of opponents this season. Following a recent game, he delivered his thoughts on Kansas City Chiefs rookie wide receiver Xavier Worthy. Taylor-Britt didn’t hold back, expressing that he was unimpressed with Worthy’s skills, specifically saying he could “run straight.” However, proving his point on the field, Taylor-Britt made a spectacular one-handed interception while covering Worthy during the Bengals’ loss in Kansas City.
As the Bengals prepare to face the Washington Commanders on Monday, Taylor-Britt was asked about the performance of rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels. “He looks composed,” he stated. He mentioned that the coaching staff keeps the game plan for Daniels simple, allowing him to grow. Taylor-Britt characterized the offensive scheme as a “nice college offense” with Kliff Kingsbury as the offensive coordinator, known for moving players around, but mainly focusing on short and quick throws. Notably, Daniels has a high completion percentage, but a significant number of his attempts have been short, with about 41.2% behind the line of scrimmage, which is the highest rate in the NFL.
Rookies often face challenges adjusting to the NFL, and Coach Dan Quinn highlighted the importance of Daniels keeping plays alive rather than rushing to run. Daniels has shown prowess with his mobility and quick decision-making, which could lead to improvements in his game, particularly in the intermediate and deep passing zones.
Taylor-Britt’s pointed commentary stands out not for its negativity but rather for its straightforwardness, indicating the cornerback’s potential aptitude for a future in sports analysis post-NFL.
Across the league, other teams are facing their own challenges. The Pittsburgh Steelers’ defense is gearing up for a classic matchup against the run-heavy Chargers, with defensive lineman Cam Heyward expressing excitement for the old-school football style. In contrast, the Philadelphia Eagles’ defense has struggled out of the gate, allowing an NFL-worst 6.4 yards per carry and 157.5 rushing yards per game. Their upcoming game against the New Orleans Saints will be critical for turning things around.
Meanwhile, over in New England, the Patriots’ offensive line had a tough outing against the Jets, allowing a staggering seven sacks. After an underwhelming performance, quarterback Drake Maye stepped in for New England late in the game. The 49ers are also dealing with injuries, as they prepare to face the Rams without key offensive players, including tight end George Kittle. In more news, Bengals wide receiver Tee Higgins has returned to practice after missing the first two games due to a hamstring injury.
