Logan Wilson Requests a Trade: An Unexpected Turn in Cincinnati
Cincinnati Bengals linebacker Logan Wilson has requested a trade, according to sources close to the team. The news marks a possible shift in the team’s dynamics, especially considering Wilson’s importance on defense. Wilson, who has been a starter in the seven games this season, has seen his playing time reduced. Rookies Barrett Carter and Demetrius Knight Jr. have taken on a more prominent role on defense. In the Week 6 game against the Green Bay Packers, Wilson played only 19.7% of the defensive snaps. However, in the victory against the Pittsburgh Steelers, his participation increased to 47.5%. Wilson has two years remaining on his four-year, $36 million contract extension, signed in 2023. The Bengals are ranked 25th in yards allowed per rushing attempt. Bengals coach Zac Taylor has reaffirmed his confidence in the rookies in the middle of the defense for the upcoming game against the New York Jets. Wilson, selected in the third round of the 2020 draft, has been a key piece in Cincinnati’s defense. He was a starter on the team that reached the Super Bowl in 2021. In his six seasons with the team, he has started 75 games, accumulating six forced fumbles, three fumble recoveries, and 11 interceptions.Our relationship hasn’t changed at all. I still depend on him a lot for many things, and I ask him questions every day. He has been a great leader, just as he has been since the day I arrived.
Barrett Carter
