So, picture this: Among the Cincinnati Bengals' undrafted free agents crew this year, there's one player stirring up some serious buzz. Yep, we're talking about a punter. But hey, don't blink, because the hype train might be switching tracks soon.
Now, let's rewind a bit. When the Bengals were putting together their undrafted free agent squad, they decided to splurge a bit on two linebackers. One of them, Aaron Casey straight outta Indiana, seems like a steal who slipped through the draft cracks.
Just peep what Geoff Hobson from Bengals.com had to say after the team officially announced their UDFA lineup:
SCOUT'S TAKE: "This dude's got it all. He gets to keep rockin' that No. 44 jersey. Total linchpin of the defense. Been holding it down on special teams for years. Left his mark over in Bloomington. Total team player. Instincts sharp as a tack. Stops the run like nobody's business. And watch out for him as a QB spy on third downs."
Basically, he's like a secret weapon for our defensive coordinator, Lou Anarumo.
Now, some folks might throw around the term "undersized" when talking about Casey, standing at 6'1" and 231 pounds. But let me tell you, he's already ticking off all the boxes for Zac Taylor's crew. Big program background? Check. Putting up numbers? Double check. And fitting right into the team culture? Triple check.
Plus, Casey's got skills for days. He's a beast on special teams and can play the spy game like a pro in those clutch moments. It's a long road to making the final 53-man roster, but Casey's definitely one to keep your eye on. And with that scout's glowing review, it's hard not to get excited about his potential.
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