Rookie Carl Lawson impressing for Bengals

Cincinnati Bengals linebacker Carl Lawson runs a play in the first half of a preseason NFL football game Carl Lawson, Friday, Aug. 11, 2017, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Gary Landers)

Credit: Gary Landers

Credit: Gary Landers

Cincinnati Bengals linebacker Carl Lawson runs a play in the first half of a preseason NFL football game Carl Lawson, Friday, Aug. 11, 2017, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Gary Landers)
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By Gabriel Burns
Updated Sept 19, 2017
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Bengals rookie defensive end Carl Lawson has been one of the few bright spots on an otherwise dark season.

Lawson is tied for the most pressures among rookies.

Pro Football Focus has raved about Lawson of late.

After fighting injuries in college, Lawson slipped to the fourth round. His talent is already making that look like a steal. With Cincinnati retooling its line, Lawson could blossom into its feature pass rusher for years to come.

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Gabriel Burns