The Cincinnati Bengals are signing former Kansas City Chiefs safety Bryan Cook to a three-year, $40.25 million contract, according to Tom Pelissero of The Insiders. The move provides a significant boost to the Bengals secondary as they look to retool their defense for the upcoming season.
The deal, which was negotiated by LIFT Sports Management, is heavily front-loaded, paying Cook $18 million in the first year of the agreement. Cook makes the move to Cincinnati after a productive tenure with the Chiefs, where he established himself as a reliable contributor in their defensive rotation and postseason runs.
This signing marks a major investment in the safety position for the Bengals, who are looking to bounce back in a competitive AFC North. Cook brings championship experience to a locker room aiming to return to deep playoff contention. Additional details regarding the structure of the remaining two years of the contract have not yet been made public.
This is a developing story. Check back for updates.
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