The Cincinnati Bengals are more than willing to re-up with cornerback Eli Apple.
Fans could have guessed as much given Apple’s superb performances over the last two seasons when ushered into starting duty due to injuries both years.
Still, it’s nice to hear an update from coaches on the topic. According to CLNS Media’s Mike Petraglia, defensive coordinator Lou Anarumo said on Tuesday that the Bengals are open to bringing back Apple depending on how much interest the market gives the veteran.
It’s hard to say if the market will show much interest in Apple, though. He’s 27 and played each of the last two years on one-year deals and as fans know, dramatically exceeded expectations. But teams might have doubts that he’s able to do that outside of Anarumo’s system and he’s known to stir up drama when he logs online.
The Bengals do need help at cornerback though, with Chidobe Awuzie rehabbing an injury and Cam Taylor-Britt positioned to start. It’s a position they will hit multiple times, and one of those could be bringing back a veteran who knows the system and organization well.
