Zac Taylor: Duke Tobin is "really apologetic" after backing out of trade with Eagles
NBC Sports • • sports
Key Points:
- The Cincinnati Bengals withdrew from a trade for edge rusher Arnold Ebiketie after learning the deal could cost them a future compensatory draft pick.
- Head coach Zac Taylor explained that Bengals director of player personnel Duke Tobin was upfront about the situation and expressed regret, emphasizing that the Philadelphia Eagles were cooperative trade partners.
- Taylor conveyed strong confidence in the Bengals' front office, noting their role in the team's current 6-2 record and high level of performance.
- The Bengals made no deadline moves to improve the team, with Taylor stating both he and Tobin are satisfied with the current roster and the players' confidence.
- Taylor downplayed the trade fallout as a minor distraction, focusing instead on preparing for the upcoming game and maintaining the team's positive momentum.
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