Transcript: Bengals Head Coach Press Conference




What were the keys to the team’s victory this week?

Few big stops to start the game. Took the lead and played to control the line of scrimmage.






Can you talk about the development of Jeffrey Bassa so far?

Rookie who loves football. Lives at the facility. 1st guy in the AM to watch film.


Can you talk about what it’s like to prepare to go against a player like Myles Garrett?

0 sacks, 0 pressures, 0 tackles, 0 effect on Burrow or the gameplan. 0 wins

How has Evan Engram’s experience in the league helped the team so far?

Solid VET! We needed him to help our TE room development.

What is the status of Javon Kinlaw and when is he set to return?

He'll be back soon, gotta talk to our medical team but looks like he'll be good to go














Can you describe how important it was to get a win at home this week?

vs HD always good to see HD lose and blame Madden



How much of a problem is Myles Garrett on the defensive line?

0 problem. 0 sacks, 0 pressures, 000000

I want to ask you about the receiver position in general. How have you seen that position evolve in importance over the years and how does having a player like WR Ja'Marr Chase sort of factor into that perspective?

Biggest threat to the defense is our WR. Great to have him in my locker room helping out the younger players.


How do you see the competition level in the AFC North currently?

HD is so scary good

















What are your thoughts about the Browns just in general as a team?

Blind mans team













What was the toughest decision your team had to make this offseason?

Let Hendrickson walk





What are the biggest strengths of your team coming out of the offseason?

Offensive side of the ball

Were there any particular areas you focused on improving in the offseason?

beat HD