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AFC Teams Face Wide Receiver, Edge Rusher Gaps Ahead Season
Several AFC teams have notable needs as training camp approaches in 2025. The Cincinnati Bengals' biggest remaining need is at pass rusher, with first-round pick Shemar Stewart and veteran Trey Hendrickson both holding out due to contractual disputes, although their eventual return is expected to alleviate concerns; meanwhile, the offensive line, especially guard, remains a weaker spot with limited alternatives. The Denver Broncos face a deficiency at wide receiver, as their young receivers have yet to prove themselves, prompting suggestions they pursue a proven star like Michael Pittman Jr. to strengthen their offense against strong division rivals. The Pittsburgh Steelers, after trading safety Minkah Fitzpatrick for cornerback Jalen Ramsey, see safety as their biggest weakness, relying on veterans Juan Thornhill and DeShon Elliott to fill the gap despite Fitzpatrick's mixed performance in run defense and pass coverage. Cincinnati's offense ranks among the NFL's best playmaker groups, though injuries to wide receiver Tee Higgins and concerns over offensive line performance temper expectations. Across the AFC, teams like Cleveland and Baltimore have specific positional questions, but none as pressing as the Bengals’ edge rushers and Broncos’ wide receiver corps, highlighting a mix of youth development and veteran acquisition strategies ahead of the season.

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