Bengals’ Starting Cornerback Dax Hill Suffers Devastating ACL Tear

ByAnthony Smith

Latest Bengals News: Cornerback Dax Hill’s Expected Season-End Injury

Cincinnati Bengals’ key defender, Dax Hill, is likely to miss the remainder of the season due to a torn ACL in his right knee, as confirmed by a reliable source. Hill suffered the injury during the first quarter of the Bengals’ recent 41-38 overtime loss to the Baltimore Ravens, resulting in their 1-4 record this season.

Coach Zac Taylor’s Reaction to Hill’s Injury

Coach Zac Taylor shared his disappointment following the game, hinting at the severity of Hill’s injury. Hill, who was the Bengals’ first-round pick in 2022, transitioned from free safety to cornerback following a lackluster year for the Bengals’ pass defense.

Who’s Next in Line?

DJ Turner, the 2023 second-round draft pick who started 12 games last season, succeeded Hill in the Baltimore game and is a strong contender to secure the permanent role. As the Bengals currently rank 30th in the league in points allowed per drive and 31st in defensive success rate, according to ESPN Research, Turner has a challenging task to bolster the struggling Bengals’ defense.

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