High-profile signing had options...but chose the Bengals

The Cincinnati Bengals added offensive tackle Blake Freeland to their practice squad last week, a move described as a significant pickup. Freeland, listed at 6-foot-7, said he had other options but chose the Bengals, citing staff members he wanted to learn from—especially offensive line coach Scott Peters and assistant Mike McCarthy. Freeland pointed to Peters’ approach to developing his players, saying he’d like to see “how he rolls.” The article notes the Bengals’ preference for big tackles and highlights teammates including Amarius Mims (6'8", 350) and Orlando Brown (6'8", 350). It also mentions recent waiver claim Myles Hinton (6'6", 323) and frames the signing as helpful after a shaky depth situation.