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PositiveRoleJul 31, 2026Harris Fantasy Football Podcast

Turner is described as a really good cornerback for the Bengals defense, even though the Bengals defense overall isn't strong; he's a great player.

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PositiveRoleJul 30, 2026FantasyPros - Fantasy Football Podcast

Turner is highlighted as one of the best shutdown and shadow corners in the entire NFL, though he doesn't receive that recognition; the source notes that looking at last-year numbers, it is a no-fly zone with DJ Turner, making the Bengals cornerback room a strength after signing Brian Cook and having Dax Hill return.

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PositiveProjectionJul 30, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

In 2025, Turner was every bit a Pro Bowl-caliber performer at cornerback, emerging as one of the league's premier ballhawks with 18 passes defensed while being consistently sticky in coverage, even while shadowing the top receiver on opposing teams. At just 25, the source notes he figures to be a staple in whatever secondary he occupies for years to come, though the Bengals typically string out contract negotiations and keeping up with the booming cornerback market might be uncomfortable for the team.

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PositiveRoleJul 30, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Turner had the most level-headed response to the practice scuffle with Jalen Davis, comparing it to brothers fighting; he noted that throwing with Joe Burrow was fun and advocated for harder practice intensity for everyone, showing maturity and respect despite years of competing alongside Chase and Gesicki.

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NegativeRoleJul 30, 2026Cincy Jungle

Involved in practice altercation with Jalen Davis; provided level-headed response comparing it to brothers fighting, emphasizing competition over hostility. Turner noted that Joe Burrow throwing in his direction was fun and advocated for harder practice intensity. Turner stated: 'It was like brothers fighting' and 'practice should be harder for everyone.'

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NegativeRoleJul 30, 2026Cincy Jungle

Involved in practice altercation with Jalen Davis; provided level-headed response comparing scuffle to brothers fighting, emphasizing competition over hostility. Turner noted Joe Burrow throwing in his direction was fun and advocated for harder practice intensity. Turner stated: 'It was like brothers fighting' and 'practice should be harder for everyone.'

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NegativeRoleJul 29, 2026Cincy Jungle

Wide receiver DJ Turner II had his helmet ripped off and tossed by Ja'Marr Chase during a Day 1 training camp scuffle. Turner downplayed the incident after practice, saying 'Brothers fight. That's all it is. Nothing to it,' indicating no ill will toward Chase and viewing the competitive exchange as normal team dynamics.

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NegativeDepth ChartJul 29, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

DJ Turner signed by the Texans after spending four seasons with the Raiders, where he appeared in 32 games and recorded 16 catches for 158 yards and a touchdown; also contributed on special teams and as a returner.

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NegativeRoleJul 28, 2026Cincy Jungle

Wide receiver entering final contract year (2025) and extension candidate; key contributor whose future with the Bengals will be determined by extension negotiations.

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NegativeDepth ChartJul 28, 2026Cincy Jungle

Cornerback DJ Turner II remains in contract negotiations with Cincinnati entering training camp, but the organization's expectation is that he will report and participate when camp opens.

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NegativeRoleJul 28, 2026Cincy Jungle

Cornerback DJ Turner is in ongoing contract talks with the Bengals, a storyline that could affect his role and status heading into training camp.

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PositiveValueJul 28, 2026Cincy Jungle

Second-round pick from 2023 draft; quality starter who has received the underrated tag frequently this offseason; Bengals director of player personnel Duke Tobin praised him as a player who 'find roles and elevate their game and elevate the people around them,' indicating the team values him highly and wants him to stay long term despite ongoing contract negotiations.

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PositiveRoleJul 28, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Second-round pick from 2023 draft who has become a quality starter for the Bengals; has received the underrated tag frequently this offseason. Duke Tobin praised Turner and Dax Hill as young corners worthy of re-signing, noting they 'come in and find roles and elevate their game and elevate the people around them.' Turner is entering a contract year but the Bengals do not anticipate him skipping practice despite ongoing negotiations.

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NegativeRoleJul 28, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

DJ Turner II is entering the final year of his contract in 2026 and is scheduled to become a free agent after the season; the Bengals will need to decide whether to extend him or allow him to test the market.

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PositiveRoleJul 28, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Second-round pick from 2023 draft who has elevated his game and the people around him; Duke Tobin emphasizes Turner as a quality starter the Bengals want to keep long-term. Turner has received the underrated tag frequently this offseason, suggesting his performance has outpaced market perception.

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NegativeRoleJul 28, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

DJ Turner II is entering the final year of his contract in 2026 and is scheduled to become a free agent after the season; the Bengals will undoubtedly extend some key contributors but certainly not all.

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PositiveRoleJul 28, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Second-round pick from 2023 draft who has become a quality starter cornerback for the Bengals; has received the underrated tag frequently this offseason. Director of Player Personnel Duke Tobin praised Turner and Dax Hill as young corners worthy of re-signing, noting they 'come in and find roles and elevate their game and elevate the people around them.' Tobin does not anticipate Turner skipping practice during contract negotiations, indicating the team expects him locked in on the 2026 season.

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NegativeDepth ChartJul 28, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Cornerback DJ Turner II remains in contract negotiations with Cincinnati but the organization's expectation is that he will report and participate when training camp opens; he is not expected to hold out.

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NegativeRoleJul 28, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Entering the final year of his contract in 2026 and scheduled to become a free agent after the season; the Bengals will undoubtedly extend some key contributors, but certainly not all, leaving his future with the team uncertain.

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PositiveRoleJul 28, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Second-round pick from 2023 draft who has become a quality starter cornerback for the Bengals; has received the underrated tag frequently this offseason. Duke Tobin, Director of Player Personnel, praised Turner and Dax Hill as young corners worthy of re-signing, noting they 'come in and find roles and elevate their game and elevate the people around them.' Tobin stated the team does not anticipate Turner skipping practice during contract negotiations, with everyone currently signed and locked in on the season.

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NegativeDepth ChartJul 28, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Cornerback DJ Turner II remains in contract negotiations with Cincinnati but the organization's expectation is that he will report and participate when training camp opens.

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PositiveDepth ChartJul 27, 2026Cincy Jungle

Turner II is projected to make the 53-man roster as one of the Bengals' two outside cornerbacks. The source likes Turner II as a starting corner and projects him to be a lock on the roster.

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NegativeRoleJul 27, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

DJ Turner remains the Bengals' primary starting cornerback alongside Dax Hill in 2026. Both cornerbacks will play out the final years of their contracts this season. Turner is described as 'one of the NFL's best young corners' and receives more attention than his running mate Hill, though the source focuses primarily on Hill's potential breakout campaign.

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NegativeRoleJul 27, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

DJ Turner is identified as one of the NFL's best young corners and the starting cornerback opposite Dax Hill. Both Turner and Hill will be in contract years in 2026, with Turner receiving more attention than his running mate Hill.

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PositiveRoleJul 27, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Projected as one of the two starting outside cornerbacks on the Bengals' 53-man roster; the source likes Turner as one of the team's two outside corners.

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NegativeRoleJul 27, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

DJ Turner is one of the NFL's best young corners and the starting cornerback opposite Dax Hill for the Cincinnati Bengals. Both Turner and Hill will be in contract years in 2026, with the source noting Turner 'rightfully gets more of the attention' as the more established starter.

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PositiveDepth ChartJul 27, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Projected as one of six cornerbacks on the Bengals' 53-man roster; the source likes Turner as one of the team's two outside corners.

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PositiveRoleJul 27, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

DJ Turner is confirmed as the Bengals' starting cornerback opposite Dax Hill for the 2026 season. The source identifies Turner as 'one of the NFL's best young corners' and notes that both starting cornerbacks will be in contract years, with Turner receiving more attention than his running mate Hill.

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NegativeRoleJul 27, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

DJ Turner is one of the NFL's best young corners and the starting cornerback opposite Dax Hill for the Bengals. Both Turner and Hill will be in contract years in 2026, looking to have their best seasons to date.

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PositiveDepth ChartJul 27, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Projected as a lock for the 53-man roster as one of two outside cornerbacks; the source likes Turner as one of the team's two outside corners.

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NegativeRoleJul 26, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Cincinnati Bengals cornerback DJ Turner II enters a contract year; he took an offseason solo trip to Asia, visiting India and sacred sites including the Bodhi Tree at the Mahabodhi Temple and the city of Varanasi on the Ganges River.

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NegativeRoleJul 26, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Cincinnati Bengals cornerback DJ Turner II enters a contract year and is focused on offseason preparation, having taken an inspirational solo trip to Asia during the offseason.

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NegativeRoleJul 26, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Cornerback DJ Turner II enters a contract year with the Cincinnati Bengals, having taken an offseason solo trip to Asia for inspiration and personal development.

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PositiveProjectionJul 24, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Bengals starter coming off a career-best third season in the NFL at age 25; recorded 18 pass breakups, two interceptions and was PFF's No. 19 graded player at the position (73.3); could be primed to take another step forward.

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PositiveProjectionJul 24, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Coming off a career-best third season in the NFL with 18 pass breakups, two interceptions and PFF's No. 19 grade at the position (73.3); at 25 years old, could be primed to take another step forward.

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PositiveProjectionJul 24, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

DJ Turner is coming off a career-best third season in the NFL, where he recorded 18 pass breakups, two interceptions and was PFF's No. 19 graded player at the position (73.3); at 25 years old, Turner could be primed to take another step forward.

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PositiveProjectionJul 24, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Bengals starter coming off a career-best third season in the NFL; recorded 18 pass breakups, two interceptions and was PFF's No. 19 graded player at the position (73.3); at 25 years old, could be primed to take another step forward.

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PositiveProjectionJul 24, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Coming off a career-best third season in the NFL with 18 pass breakups, two interceptions and PFF's No. 19 grade at the position (73.3); at 25 years old, Turner could be primed to take another step forward.

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PositiveProjectionJul 23, 2026Baltimore Beatdown

Bengals starter coming off a career-best third season in the NFL where he recorded 18 pass breakups, two interceptions and was PFF's No. 19 graded player at the position (73.3); at 25 years old, could be primed to take another step forward.

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PositiveProjectionJul 23, 2026Baltimore Beatdown

Coming off a career-best third season in the NFL with 18 pass breakups, two interceptions and PFF's No. 19 grade at the position (73.3); at 25 years old, could be primed to take another step forward.

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