Rey Maualuga re-signs with BengalsThe 28 year old linebacker out of USC, Rey Maualuga, re-signed a three-year deal with the Cincinnati Bengals on Thursday. This was a no brainer considering Burfict is coming back from a knee surgery and Lamur being placed as a second-round tender. With Maualuga locked up, they can look at re-signing a few other free agents such as, Clint Boling and Terrence Newman.
Fantasy Impact
This was an important signing for the Bengals considering their run defense was below average last season. When Maualuga played this year the Bengals allowed 107.1 rushing yds/g. When Maualuga was absent for four games, the Bengals allowed 145.0 rushing yds/g. I think it is quite clear that the Bengals need Maualuga on the field to defend the run. Look for the Bengals to make some more interesting defensive acquisitions this off-season.