All articles tagged with #dj turner ii
D.J. Turner II had an impressive day in Bengals training camp, showcasing strong man-to-man coverage and deflecting passes against top receivers, while rookie Demetrius Knight made notable plays including an interception tip and physical hits, contributing to a competitive and energetic camp environment.
The Cincinnati Bengals have placed cornerback DJ Turner II on injured reserve after he suffered a broken clavicle in a game against the Los Angeles Chargers. Turner will miss at least four games, adding to the Bengals' cornerback challenges as Dax Hill is also sidelined with a torn ACL. The team has claimed cornerback Marco Wilson off waivers from the New England Patriots to fill the roster spot.
Cincinnati Bengals rookie cornerback DJ Turner II, who grew up in Atlanta, will have his first NFL road game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, the home of the Atlanta Falcons. Turner has been impressing with his play speed and has matched his scouting combine-best time. His father, JuanDrago Turner, describes the experience as surreal and reminisces about their connection to the Falcons. Turner has been praised for his aggressiveness, ball skills, and closing speed, and is learning from the experienced cornerbacks on the Bengals' roster. The game will be a big family affair for the Turners and their close friends, the Murphys, who have a connection to the Bengals' first-round pick, Myles Murphy.
The Cincinnati Bengals have signed all eight of their draft picks, including first-round pick Myles Murphy, second-round pick DJ Turner II, and third-round pick Jordan Battle. The other five picks are Charlie Jones, Chase Brown, Andrei Iosivas, Brad Robbins, and DJ Ivey.
The New York Giants may be considering drafting a cornerback in the 2023 NFL Draft, with Kansas State's Julius Brents and Michigan's DJ Turner II as potential options. Brents is a physical cornerback with rare length and height, but concerns about his vertical speed and lack of ball production remain. Turner II is an excellent athlete with impressive coverage ability, but his lack of size and physicality may limit him to a slot cornerback role. The author ultimately prefers Turner II as a better fit for the Giants' scheme, but acknowledges the potential upside of Brents' unique physical profile.