Praise keeps rolling in for the Cincinnati Bengals' new safety, Geno Stone, and it’s easy to see why.
Let’s start with some exciting stats: Stone had 50 solo tackles and 13 stops, but his game was about much more than that. He was a deep-third defender who allowed only 28 catches on 42 targets for 197 yards, with 145 yards after the catch. He recorded seven interceptions, eight pass breakups, and held opponents to a passer rating of just 53.5. That's impressive!
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Versatility: One of the things that make Stone a fantastic fit for Cincinnati is his versatility. He’s not just a playmaker himself; he opens up the defense for others, including defensive coordinator Lou Anarumo to deploy players in more creative ways.
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Teamwork: It’s no surprise that Stone and Vonn Bell have already started working together. With Bell’s experience and Stone’s skill set, the defense is looking to be rock solid, especially while Dax Hill competes at corner.
This signing aimed to address a secondary that struggled with communication and allowed too many explosive plays last season. Technically, Stone is stepping into the role that Jessie Bates left behind a year ago.
In the eyes of Touchdown Wire's Doug Farrar, Stone ranks among the 11 best safeties in the NFL. That’s the kind of player Bengals fans can get excited about!
With Stone’s addition, along with Vonn Bell, the goal for Cincinnati's defense is clear: tighten up the secondary and elevate their game to new heights.
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