ESPN - Troy Blackburn comments on Bobby Hart signing

[*psychdoctor*]

I am trying to keep a broad perspective on this topic. I will give kudos to the FO for taking the risk in hiring Taylor and changing most of the coaching staff.

The Bengals are not in a position of strength at this moment and the O-Line problem is partly blamed on Lewis et al. Remember, Hart's contract is essentially a one year deal with escalators. If anything, Troy is acknowledging the problem at OT. They may stock pile several O-line personnel this year but I doubt they spend #11 on OT even if Taylor is there. Historically, the FO values skilled positions in round 1.