- Jerry Montgomery used at least eight defensive linemen for 19+ snaps each.
- Boye Mafe led with 37 snaps; Dexter Lawrence had 35; Jonathan Allen 32; Kris Jenkins Jr. played eight snaps and recorded a sack.
- The rotation mixed interior and edge personnel to maintain pressure and limit fatigue.
- The Bengals recorded a high pressure rate and forced multiple turnovers while rushing mainly four.
- Coaches cited freshness and matchup flexibility as goals for the rotation.
- The rotation lets the team feature high-priced additions in situational bursts rather than every-down snaps.
- Veterans like Jonathan Allen will see reduced snap percentages compared with previous seasons.
- Young and newly acquired pieces (Mafe, Lawrence) are projected to be featured in defined roles.
- Opposing offensive lines must prepare for varied looks rather than a single every-down front.
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