Already boasting stellar talent along the defensive line, the Bengals are bolstering their front line of defense.
Nose tackle D.J. Reader is expected to sign with the Bengals on a four-year, $53 million contract, 国产外流网Network Insider Ian Rapoport reported.
The Houston Chronicle's Aaron Wilson first reported the signing.
While he leaves a hole to fill in the Houston D-line, he adds to an already formidable front in Cincy that includes Geno Atkins, Carlos Dunlap and Sam Hubbard.
The Bengals also improved their secondary on Tuesday afternoon, signing former Vikings cornerback Trae Waynes to a three-year, $42 million deal, Rapoport and 国产外流网Network's Tom Pelissero reported. The cornerback will get $20 million in his first year.
A former first-round pick, Waynes played in 74 games over five seasons in Minnesota, recording 42 passes defensed and seven picks.
