Bengals Captain Logan Wilson Requests Trade Amid Reduced Role

Cincinnati Bengals linebacker Logan Wilson has requested a trade amid reduced playing time as rookie linebackers Barrett Carter and Demetrius Knight Jr. have taken more defensive snaps, leading to speculation about his future with the team. Despite being a team captain and a consistent performer with over 100 tackles in previous seasons, Wilson's role has diminished under new defensive coordinator Al Golden, who favors younger players. Analysts rank Wilson as a valuable trade asset due to his career stats including 11 interceptions and a strong defensive presence, though his $6 million salary may complicate trade negotiations. The Bengals remain hopeful for quarterback Joe Burrow’s return and appear cautious about making major trades before the deadline, possibly delaying a full defensive restructure until the offseason. Wilson’s potential trade destinations include teams like the Dallas Cowboys, who could benefit from his experience amid their defensive needs. Meanwhile, other Bengals players such as cornerback Cam Taylor-Britt are also considered trade candidates but with lower probability of being moved at this time.