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Dexter Lawrence, ranked fourth by Sports Illustrated but pegged seventh by NFL insiders, is poised for a major rebound in 2026 after a modest 2025 season. His 2024 campaign was elite—nine sacks, third Pro Bowl, and two All-Pro nods—fueling hopes he’ll reignite his dominance with the Bengals. Though he trailed Jeffery Simmons in pass-rush metrics last year, Lawrence’s top-20 win rate proves he’s still elite. Simmons, now the highest-paid DT after a historic 2025, led the league in sacks and pressures. The Bengals aren’t expecting Simmons-level stats from Lawrence, but even 40-50 pressures and a few sacks could elevate Cincinnati’s defense. This season is his chance to prove he belongs among the NFL’s elite defensive tackles.

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