Burrow is already bonding with defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence following last month's trade.
Jul 25, 2025; Cincinnati, OH, USA; Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow throws during training camp practice. Mandatory Credit: Kareem Elgazzar-Imagn Images | Kareem Elgazzar-Imagn Images It's no secret that Joe Burrow was pleased with the Bengals' moves this offseason.
He's praised the additions of Bryan Cook and Jonathan Allen. He's also made it clear how he feels about newly acquired defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence.
"We filled some holes that we had from years past, got better at a lot of positions. Signed the best free agent safety. Got the best D tackle in the league, in my opinion,".
"We have a lot of depth now on the defensive line. That's exciting. He's bigger and stronger than everybody. And getting to know him, it means a lot to him.
He wants to go out and perform well and assert his will, so when you have a guy like that, it's going to be exciting to watch and be a part of.
" Not only has Burrow praised Lawrence on multiple occasions, but he's hanging with the Bengals' new star defender off the field. Burrow, Lawrence and Sam Hubbard grabbed lunch at Bandito in Columbia-Tusculum on Monday afternoon. Lawrence is one of the best defensive tackles in the NFL and gives Cincinnati a foundational piece that they can build their defense around. Burrow knows first hand what it's like to go up against the star defensive tackle.
"It's tough to find a guy at pick No. 10 that's gonna have more of an impact than Dexter will. So it's exciting that we went and made that happen.
"Newly signed Cincinnati Bengals defense tackle Dexter Lawrence speaks in a press conference for the first time since joining the team at Paycor Stadium in Cincinnati on Monday, April 20, 2026. | Sam Greene/The Enquirer / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images The Bengals' entire offseason changed when Cincinnati sent the 10th pick to the Giants in exchange for Lawrence ahead of the 2026 NFL Draft. It's no secret that the Bengals needed help on defense.
They made a win-now move with hopes of getting back into Super Bowl contention.
“Honestly, it's pressure, but I embrace pressure," Lawrence said last month. "I've been having pressure all my life since high school. I've always been the guy to… just that guy in the middle who wrecks the game. I want to continue that.
I'm going to continue that, and for them to have that trust in me to give up the 10th pick like that, it means a lot and I carry that.
"on April 18. Cincinnati needs him to be a dominant defender. He knows it, the organization knows it and Burrow knows it. It's good to see Burrow, Hubbard and Lawrence grabbing a bite to eat with OTA's set to start on June 2.
For more on the Bengals, watch the video below & make sure you subscribe to our YouTube Channel. Also check us out on your favorite audio platforms, including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio and Amazon. Loading recommendations... Please wait while we load personalized content recommendationsJames Rapien is the publisher of Bengals OnSI.
He's also the host of the Locked on Bengals podcast and Cincinnati Bengals Talk on YouTube. The Cincinnati native also wrote a book about the history of the Cincinnati Bengals called Enter The Jungle. Prior to joining Bengals On SI, Rapien worked at 700 WLW and ESPN 1530 in Cincinnati
Please follow us on Google to support usUnited States Latest News, United States Headlines
Similar News: You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Pennsylvania All-State ATH T.J. Lawrence Commits to VillanovaA massive in-state recruiting win for the Wildcats
Read more »
Dexter: Resurrection Subtly Reveals Two Secret Character Returns In Production UpdateDexter is resurrecting some characters.
Read more »
Neighbors finished late sculptor Lawrence Argent’s LoHi home visionWhen artist Lawrence Argent died unexpectedly in October 2017 he left behind his famous art, and an unfinished LoHi home project.
Read more »
Dexter: Resurrection Season 2 Introduces Iconic Characters and Unfinished BusinessSeason 2 of the sequel series is underway, and it will see the return of two iconic characters - Angel Batista and Rapunzel - from the original show, starring David Zayas and Eric Stonestreet respectively. The characters are expected to take on pivotal roles, especially given their fates in the previous season. The return of these characters adds dimensions to Dexter's personal and professional lives.
Read more »