Bengals Add Noah Fant to Tight End Group

Veteran tight end Noah Fant, recently released by the Seattle Seahawks in a salary cap move, is set to sign a one-year deal with the Cincinnati Bengals. Fant, a former first-round pick with 300 career receptions, posted 48 catches for 500 yards and one touchdown last season in Seattle. He joins a Bengals tight end group that includes Mike Gesicki and Drew Sample, providing proven production and versatility. Head coach Zac Taylor emphasized Fant's contributions as both a receiver and blocker, adding flexibility to the offense. Fant selected Cincinnati after visits with Miami and New Orleans, attracted by the team's offensive setup and postseason hopes. The signing is considered low-risk and could yield significant upside if Fant regains his early-career form.