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D. Reader
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DJ Reader

DL, #98
TCKL
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SACK
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0
TFL
2
Player Bio
HT/WT
6' 3", 335 lbs
Age
30
Born
07-01-1994
College
Clemson
Lions roster review: Thoughts on all 44 of Detroit's defensive players and special teamers

Detroit's defense could lead the way to a Super Bowl. Here are thoughts on every player on the unit.

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Lions roster review: Thoughts on all 44 of Detroit's defensive players and special teamers
Dehner Jr.: With DJ Reader gone, risk on the rise for Bengals at defensive tackle

Cincinnati wasn't willing to spend as much as the Lions for its defensive line anchor and now must find answers for a glaring need.

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Dehner Jr.: With DJ Reader gone, risk on the rise for Bengals at defensive tackle
D.J. Reader gives Lions a disruptive presence that makes the whole defense better

The Lions were in the market for a starting defensive tackle and found one in Reader, who is a perfect fit.

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D.J. Reader gives Lions a disruptive presence that makes the whole defense better
After adding cornerbacks, do Lions now turn their attention to defensive tackle?

The Lions traded for Carlton Davis and added Amik Robertson in free agency this week. Now D.J. Reader may be a potential target.

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After adding cornerbacks, do Lions now turn their attention to defensive tackle?
Cowboys free-agency breakdown: Quiet first day (except for departures), players to watch

Tyler Biadasz, Tony Pollard and Dorance Armstrong agreed to terms with other teams, while the Cowboys sat tight Monday in free agency.

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Cowboys free-agency breakdown: Quiet first day (except for departures), players to watch
Ten Dallas Cowboys free-agent targets: From big swings to big names

Defensive tackle, linebacker, running back and the offensive line are areas the Cowboys could target in free agency.

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Ten Dallas Cowboys free-agent targets: From big swings to big names
Bengals free-agent targets: Pinpointing options using recent history, desired profiles

Don't expect Cincinnati to get into any bidding wars and age will be a big consideration with any new additions.

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Bengals free-agent targets: Pinpointing options using recent history, desired profiles
Falcons’ free-agency shopping list: 5 players at 5 positions of need for Atlanta

NFL free agency begins next week and the Falcons have $36.7 million in salary-cap space. How will they spend it?

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Falcons’ free-agency shopping list: 5 players at 5 positions of need for Atlanta
Vikings free-agency lookahead: 8 high-end options who make sense if Minnesota swings big

The Vikings need help on defense. If they choose to spend in free agency next month, here are some big-money players they could pursue.

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Vikings free-agency lookahead: 8 high-end options who make sense if Minnesota swings big
Bengals’ personnel staff approaches critical build: 'There’s a lot that we need'

Despite holes to fill, the scouting staff still feels good about the core it's built and plans to maintain that foundation.

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Bengals’ personnel staff approaches critical build: 'There’s a lot that we need'
Q&A with Bengals DJ Reader: On his injury, free agency and what's next

"It feels a lot better early in the stages," Reader said of his quad injury compared to the one in 2020. That and more in his interview.

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Q&A with Bengals DJ Reader: On his injury, free agency and what's next
Bengals free agents: Who stays, who goes and projecting the Big 5

Tee Higgins, Tyler Boyd, Joe Mixon and Jake Browning are among Cincinnati's free agents this offseason.

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Bengals free agents: Who stays, who goes and projecting the Big 5
This Week in Bengals: ‘It’s a playoff game’, plus the role of December stability

Zac Taylor and the Bengals' coaching staff build their team to thrive when the pressure grows late in the season.

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This Week in Bengals: ‘It’s a playoff game’, plus the role of December stability
Can Bengals’ defense rise up without DJ Reader? Their season depends on it

Lou Anarumo expects the run defense to be heavily tested without it's stalwart defensive tackle, starting Saturday against the Steelers.

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Can Bengals’ defense rise up without DJ Reader? Their season depends on it
Inside Jake Browning’s transformation and a relevancy revival: This Week in Bengals

Browning's breakout performance against the Jaguars was a surprise to many, but not to those who saw what went into his preparation.

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Inside Jake Browning’s transformation and a relevancy revival: This Week in Bengals
Not AFC North-ready: How losing in the trenches has Bengals winless in division

The Bengals are 0-4 in the AFC North, having left each game largely wrecked on run defense and rushing offense.

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Not AFC North-ready: How losing in the trenches has Bengals winless in division
Cincinnati is for closers: Bengals turn leads into wins better than any NFL team

A clutch QB, players who don't fold under pressure and a defense great at playing from ahead has become a potent combination.

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Cincinnati is for closers: Bengals turn leads into wins better than any NFL team
Bengals defense finds itself via unsung heroes, trust calls in win over Seahawks

Cincinnati got back to what it does best: Shutting down an opponent in goal-to-go situations. And they did it four times vs. Seattle.

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Bengals defense finds itself via unsung heroes, trust calls in win over Seahawks
Bengals players share the teammate they think will be a first-time Pro Bowler in '23

Cincinnati players think some of their teammates are poised for deserved recognition in 2023.

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Bengals players share the teammate they think will be a first-time Pro Bowler in '23
Bengals-Packers joint practice: Trey Hendrickson plays like a menace, Joe Burrow observes

Joe Burrow made his first public appearance at Bengals practice since suffering a calf strain.

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Bengals-Packers joint practice: Trey Hendrickson plays like a menace, Joe Burrow observes

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