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Bengals Rookie Howell Sacks First QB
26 Oct
Summary
- Cashius Howell recorded his first NFL sack for the Cincinnati Bengals.
- He generated seven pressures in his first two games, ranking second among rookies.
- Howell finished his final college season with 11.5 sacks and SEC Player of the Year.
Cincinnati Bengals' rookie defensive end Cashius Howell reached a significant personal achievement on Sunday by recording his inaugural NFL sack. The play marked a key moment for the second-round draft pick, who had been actively pressuring opposing quarterbacks in his early appearances.
Howell's debut season has shown promise, with seven quarterback pressures recorded in his first two games, placing him second among rookie players at the time. His pass-rush win rate also demonstrated a consistent ability to challenge offensive linemen.
This performance is consistent with Howell's collegiate success at Texas A&M, where he finished his final season with 11.5 sacks and was named SEC Defensive Player of the Year. He was selected 41st overall in the 2026 NFL Draft and continues to vie for snaps in the Bengals' defensive rotation.
