The Cincinnati Bengals face another critical offseason after a rebuild provided big-time results faster than expected. Now, the task is retaining key players and resetting the roster at positions of need via free agency and the draft.
As such, here’s a look at some of the key offseason dates to know.
Feb. 22-March 8: Window for teams to apply franchise and transition tags. Safety Jessie Bates is a prime candidate if the parties can’t agree on an extension.
March 1-7: Scouting Combine.
March 14-16: Legal-tampering window for free agency, where the Bengals can begin contacting free agents (likely offensive linemen, all things considered).
March 16, 4 p.m. ET: Free agency opens, first day of the new league year.
April 18: Teams with returning head coaches can start offseason workout programs.
April 28-30: 2022 NFL draft in Las Vegas, where the Bengals, as of this writing, will hit the podium 31st.
