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Bengals trade blunder
Bengals nearly botched trade deadline deal with Eagles over compensatory pick.
In brief
Bengals nearly botched trade deadline deal with Eagles over compensatory pick. Bengals called off trade for Arnold Ebiketie after realizing they'd forfeit a 2027 third-round pick. Originally reported by CBS Sports.
Trade deadline day
Six trades happened on trade deadline day Tuesday.
Bengals trade plan
Bengals agreed to send sixth-round pick for edge defender Arnold Ebiketie.
Compensatory pick issue
Bengals realized trade would forfeit 2027 third-round compensatory pick.
Zac Taylor response
Taylor said trade failed due to compensatory pick confusion.
“I feel good (about the EDGE depth), obviously we tried something yesterday”
Team confidence
Bengals confident in current roster after four straight wins.
“I really like where we're at, I think Duke really likes where we're at”
At a glance
Bengals called off trade for Arnold Ebiketie after realizing they'd forfeit a 2027 third-round pick.
