Bengals coach Zac Taylor acknowledges fault in failed trade for Eagles edge rusher Arnold Ebiketie

Zac Taylor revealed Duke Tobin's apology after a 2027 compensatory pick forfeiture derailed the Arnold Ebiketie trade with the Eagles at the deadline.

Bengals coach Zac Taylor acknowledges fault in failed trade for Eagles edge rusher Arnold Ebiketie

TL;DR

  • Bengals coach Zac Taylor and director of football Duke Tobin admitted fault for a failed trade for Eagles edge rusher Arnold Ebiketie.
  • The Bengals underestimated the cost of the trade, which ultimately required forfeiting a compensatory draft pick.
  • The team backed out of the deal due to the realization of the additional compensation needed.
  • Tobin stated that Philadelphia was a willing trade partner and the failure was on the Bengals' end.
  • Taylor expressed confidence in the front office's operations despite the failed move.