Carter and Knight Deliver Impressive Performances in Bengals Training Camp

The Cincinnati Bengals are giving their young linebackers, Barrett Carter and Demetrius Knight, a chance to prove themselves this season. During the team's second practice of training camp, the duo combined for a defensive highlight when Knight intercepted Joe Burrow’s pass intended for Ja'Marr Chase. The move shows that the Bengals have faith in their in-house players.

Barrett Carter and Demetrius Knight had a standout day during a 11-on-11 drill Wednesday when Knight’s diving play resulted in an interception of Joe Burrow’s pass to Chase. This, along with Carter's aggressive actions against running plays, has given the defense early-season confidence.

According to reporting by CBS Sports - NFL

Carter and Knight Proving the Defensive Gambles Worthwhile

In 2025, the Bengals' defending unit struggled, giving up the most rushing yards in the NFL. This season started out cautiously with rookie linebackers Carter and Knight, who showed potential but faced challenges.