One of those potential options is Cincinnati Bengals cornerback Cam Taylor-Britt. CBS Sports called the trade for Taylor-Britt one the most realistic options for the Lions, and there are a few reasons why. Among the reasons general manager Brad Holmes could target Taylor-Britt is that he has proven experience in the league, while still being young.

New York Jets cornerback Sauce Gardner, a former University of Cincinnati Bearcats standout, is in the NFL's concussion protocol.

The Bengals don’t need to be starting two rookie linebackers right now. They could be starting Logan Wilson and Oren Burks. Wilson’s play was perfectly fine before he lost his starting spot to Carter, and Burks has been a useful role player who could take on some more snaps.

Cincinnati Bengals defensive end Trey Hendrickson is back on the practice field this week as the team prepares to face the New York Jets Sunday afternoon.

Now, Lawson did just sign to the Ravens’ practice squad, but that doesn’t necessarily keep the Bengals from signing him to their 53-man roster. They should also bring in former Buccaneer Shaquil Barrett and former Cardinal James Luketa for a workout.

CINCINNATI — Former Bengals, Jets and Cowboys defensive end Carl Lawson signed with the Ravens practice squad on Thursday.

With the Bengals at 3-4 and still firmly in the AFC North race, the Bengals can get back to .500 as the 0-7 New York Jets come to town.

Joe Flacco is set to make his third start for the Cincinnati Bengals on Sunday against the New York Jets, one of his former teams.