The Cincinnati Bengals got contributions from a ton of defensive lineman in their 37-14 victory over the Arizona Cardinals. Let’s recap some of those performances via the All-22 film of the game.
During the first defensive series, Shemar Stewart pushed the center back into the lap of Jacoby Brissett. That helped force an incompletion and a punt from the Cardinals.
McKinnley Jackson didn’t have a huge impact during the game, but he did show effort and some ability to generate pressure up the middle early in the first quarter.
Shemar Stewart continued being active throughout the game. Below is him diagnosing quickly to make the run stop for no gain, a couple of pressures, and his first career sack. He showed off his power, athleticism, and the upside that made him a first-round draft selection.
Cedric Johnson led the team in pressures on Sunday, recording five of them in the game. The former sixth-round draft pick has shown his pass-rushing ability every time he gets opportunities the last two seasons. He has to remain in the rotation going into next season.
Myles Murphy continued looking like a foundational piece for the defense moving forward. He has been stout against the run, impactful as a pass rusher, and recorded another sack on Sunday. That gives him a team-leading 5.5 sacks on the season.
Isaiah Foskey even got in on the action late in the game. I have been highly impressed with Foskey as a pass rusher whenever he gets the opportunity to play. The former second-round pick should be given an extended look in the season finale.
