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Bengals Trade Eagles Edge For Steelers Game
Bengals acquire Eagles defensive end Arnold Ebiketie ahead of Steelers game.
In brief
Bengals acquire Eagles defensive end Arnold Ebiketie ahead of Steelers game. Cincinnati Bengals trade Philadelphia Eagles defensive end Arnold Ebiketie for a 2027 sixth-round pick to strengthen their defense ahead of Sunday's Steelers game. Originally reported by Steelers Depot.
Bengals Trade Move
Cincinnati Bengals acquire Philadelphia Eagles defensive end Arnold Ebiketie for a 2027 sixth-round pick ahead of Steelers game.
“Sources: The #Eagles aren't done, trading edge Arnold Ebiketie to the #Bengals in exchange for 2027 6th round pick. pic.twitter.com/8EYzDf6px6”
Ebaketie's NFL Stats
In nine games with Eagles, Ebiketie had two QB hits and zero sacks across 300 defensive snaps.
Ebaketie's Past Performance
In four previous years with Atlanta Falcons, Ebiketie posted 16.5 sacks, finishing with six sacks in 2023 and 2024.
Bengals Defense Needs Help
Through eight games, Cincinnati's defense has 23 sacks but only one defensive end has more than a pair.
Ebaketie's Role
Ebaketie may be used on third downs and key passing moments as a situational pass rusher.
Steelers Game Impact
Sunday's game determines division standings with winner holding sole possession of first place in AFC North.
Steelers' Deadline Status
Pittsburgh Steelers have yet to make a trade ahead of Tuesday's late-afternoon deadline.
Eagles' Defense Moves
Philadelphia Eagles sold multiple defensive line pieces, sending NT Jordan Davis to Jacksonville Jaguars.
Ebaketie's Game Readiness
Ebaketie will have to get up to speed in a hurry to be ready for Sunday night's game against Steelers.
What matters most
Cincinnati Bengals trade Philadelphia Eagles defensive end Arnold Ebiketie for a 2027 sixth-round pick to strengthen their defense ahead of Sunday's Steelers game.
