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Bengals still struggle against run The Bengals overhauled their defense to better defend against the run, with the highlighted acquisition being the signing of Reader, but are 27th in rush yards allowed and last in...

Impact This is not to say that this lies at the feet of Reader - in fact, the team is pleased with his performance so far. But they've been strikingly poor in finishing tackles as a unit, which hasn't been at full strength so far. The biggest absences have been from Geno Atkins and Trae Waynes, who haven't played at all, plus Mackensie Alexander and Logan Wilson missed last week's game.

OCTOBER 8, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Poor start after Hopkins trade costs Texans' O'Brien his job

As it turns out, the curious decision to trade star receiver DeAndre Hopkins in the offseason was the beginning of the end for Houston Texans coach and general manager Bill O’Brien

OCTOBER 5, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

D.J. Reader has already been a breakout performer for Bengals D.J. Reader has already been a bright spot for the Cincinnati Bengals.

SEPTEMBER 25, 2020 • USATODAY.COM

Escapes serious injury Reader (muscle cramps) is probable to return to Sunday's tilt against the Chargers, Marisa Contipelli of the Bengals' official site reports.

Impact Reader was carter off the field due to what initially looked to be a significant injury, so it's encouraging to see him listed as probable. As long as Reader remains off the field, however, the Bengals defense will face increased difficulty stopping the run.

SEPTEMBER 13, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

NFL Network's Charley Casserly: Houston Texans miss D.J. Reader The Bengals signed D.J. Reader to a four-year, $53-million deal in March that made him the highest-paid NFL nose tackle.

SEPTEMBER 11, 2020 • CINCINNATI.COM

With Burrow, Bengals look to improve on 2019 fiasco

After historically bad first season under coach Zac Taylor — only second team in club history to go 2-14 — the Bengals went out of character and splurged in free agency to overhaul...

AUGUST 26, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Texans look to take next step in 2020 behind QB Watson

Houston quarterback Deshaun Watson returns to lead a Texans team that blew a huge lead at Kansas City in the divisional playoff round and take steps forward in 2020

AUGUST 26, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Watt continues to impress as Texans star enters 10th season

AUGUST 18, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

D.J. Reader, Bengals shed idea of needing massive NT to stop the run The prized free-agent signing has dropped 30 pounds in hopes of adding more explosiveness to his game.

AUGUST 12, 2020 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Loses weight during offseason Reader said Wednesday that he's lost about 30 pounds since the end of last season, dropping his weight to around 317, Marisa Contipelli of the Bengals' official site reports.

Impact Reader often played nose tackle in Houston the past four seasons and showed some pass-rushing talent with 13 quarterback hits and 2.5 sacks in 2019. After defecting to Cincinnati on a four-year, $53 million contract, Reader probably envisions himself getting more opportunities to chase quarterbacks as a 3-technique tackle in a 4-3 defense. The change might mean sacrificing something against the run, but it's not like he'll be undersized at 317 pounds.

AUGUST 12, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Texans look to contend for title with new-look offense

Coach Bill O’Brien knows that simply getting to the playoffs or winning a first-round game is not enough for the Houston Texans anymore

JULY 20, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Rock-bottom Bengals get fresh start behind Joe Burrow

After hitting bottom at 2-14 last season, the Bengals are getting a fresh start in training camp with a new face of the franchise

JULY 20, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Video: Zac Taylor returns to work, D.J. Reader loses weight Bengals Captain and Jess Conley join us to talk about all the recent exciting news surrounding the team.

JUNE 19, 2020 • CINCYJUNGLE.COM

D.J. Reader sheds 20 pounds in first offseason with Bengals The prize of the Bengals’ lucrative free agent class will be playing a little lighter than usual.

JUNE 12, 2020 • CINCYJUNGLE.COM

D.J. Reader Sheds Weight In His Hunger To Be His Best D.J. Reader has beached the Cap’n Crunch this offseason, among other carbs, as the Bengals’ new, lighter anchor looks to expand on a role th...

JUNE 10, 2020 • BENGALS.COM

D.J. Reader Makes the Cincinnati Bengals Defense Scary The Cincinnati Bengals made a splash in free agency, signing former Houston Texans defensive tackle D.J. Reader. According to Ian Rapoport,...

MARCH 17, 2020 • STRIPEHYPE.COM

D.J. Reader Heading To Cincinnati On 4-year, $53 Million Deal D.J. Reader will reportedly sign with the Cincinnati Bengals. The team reached an agreement with the now-former Houston Texan on a four-year...

MARCH 17, 2020 • CLUTCHPOINTS.COM

Film breakdown: Why D.J. Reader is a perfect fit for the Detroit Lions The defensive tackle would look mighty fine in Honolulu Blue.

MARCH 10, 2020 • PRIDEOFDETROIT.COM

Houston Texans should place the franchise tag on D.J. Reader D.J. Reader is a free agent and the Houston Texans are in grave danger in losing one of the best nose tackles they've ever had. What's the l...

MARCH 8, 2020 • HOUSEOFHOUSTON.COM

Retaining D.J. Reader should be Houston Texans top priority Houston Texans have a pivotal player hitting free agency this upcoming offseason. D.J. Reader is a dying breed of nose tackles still demandi...

MARCH 4, 2020 • TOROTIMES.COM

D.J. Reader could be an interesting fit for the Broncos With plenty of questions on the defensive side of the ball for the Broncos, one name to keep an eye on is Texans defensive tackle D.J. Reade...

FEBRUARY 18, 2020 • PREDOMINANTLYORANGE.COM

A 'Big Lebowski' interview with Cooper Manning as 'The Dude' and Texans' D.J. Reader ' MANNING HOUR

A 'Big Lebowski' interview with Cooper Manning as 'The Dude' and Texans' D.J. Reader ' MANNING HOUR

NOVEMBER 18, 2018 • Fox Sports

Houston's D.J. Reader ready to step in for Vince Wilfork

Houston's Reader ready to step in for Wilfork

AUGUST 16, 2017