Overview
- In a rare hour-long news conference, the longtime personnel chief said "it's on me" after a 6-11 season and a third straight playoff miss.
- He identified a leadership void on defense and a need for more pass rush after ranking near the bottom against the run and in sacks, with Trey Hendrickson limited to seven games.
- Cincinnati holds the No. 10 draft pick and will seek impact defenders through both the draft and free agency, emphasizing players who can contribute immediately.
- Tobin said he expects no major changes to the coaching staff or the club’s small scouting department and defended a collaborative personnel process.
- Joe Burrow’s input will factor into offseason decisions as the Bengals target better execution in critical moments following repeated close losses.