{"id":35454,"date":"2025-10-14T16:12:18","date_gmt":"2025-10-14T16:12:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/breakingnews.azontree.com\/?p=35454"},"modified":"2025-10-14T16:12:18","modified_gmt":"2025-10-14T16:12:18","slug":"update-commanders-target-16m-bengals-safety-geno-stone-in-trade-deadline-drama","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/breakingnews.azontree.com\/?p=35454","title":{"rendered":"UPDATE: Commanders target $16M Bengals safety Geno Stone in trade deadline drama"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/motorcyclesports.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/USATSI_27028826_168415193_lowres-750x375.webp\" alt=\"NFL: Cincinnati Bengals at Cleveland Browns\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-caption-text\">Sep 7, 2025; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cincinnati Bengals safety Geno Stone (22) and cornerback DJ Turner II (20) tackle Cleveland Browns wide receiver Jerry Jeudy (3) during the second half at Huntington Bank Field. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-Imagn Images<\/p>\n<p><strong>Commanders eye Geno Stone as trade deadline approaches<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The Washington Commanders are reportedly exploring options to bolster their secondary as the NFL trade deadline draws near. Among the names being floated is Cincinnati Bengals safety Geno Stone, who may be a viable target for the Commanders.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Geno Stone\u2019s Performance Under Scrutiny<\/strong><\/p>\n<div id=\"motor-2276502909\" class=\"motor-publift\"><span class=\"ezoic-ad ezoic-at-0 medrectangle-3 medrectangle-3620 adtester-container adtester-container-620\" data-ez-name=\"motorcyclesports_net-medrectangle-3\"><span class=\"reportline\" data-nosnippet=\"\" data-ez-ph-owner-id=\"620\"><span class=\"ezoicwhat\"><img decoding=\"async\" title=\"ezoic\" src=\"https:\/\/go.ezodn.com\/utilcave_com\/ezoicbwa.png\" alt=\"Ezoic\" name=\"?pageview_id=1a4ca2c1-a3a8-4af9-6a1f-7566421f03ac&amp;ad_position_id=620&amp;impression_group_id=motorcyclesports_net-medrectangle-3\/2025-10-14\/7605998002960245&amp;ad_size=336x280&amp;domain_id=377562&amp;url=https:\/\/motorcyclesports.net\/nfl\/commanders-target-16m-bengals-safety-geno-stone-in-trade-deadline-drama\/\" data-pin-no-hover=\"true\" \/><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<p>Since signing a two-year, $14 million contract with the Bengals, Stone\u2019s performance has come under the microscope. Pro Football Focus writer Bradley Locker pointed out that Stone\u2019s play has seen a significant decline, noting his overall PFF grade of 56.6 ranks as the eighth-lowest among safeties who have logged over 1,000 snaps in the past two seasons. This statistic raises questions about his effectiveness in a league where defensive backs are increasingly scrutinized.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/ybmedia\/image\/upload\/c_crop,e_improve,h_513,w_912,x_0,y_0\/c_fill,f_auto,h_900,q_auto,w_1600\/v1\/m\/1\/4\/142098ecc05733be6baa69d7c2370ce8a21cb6c0\/01jtk9w9ppn7yqje97en.jpg\" alt=\"Bengals Safety Geno Stone Reacts to Pay Cut Request, Points to Trey  Hendrickson As Big Reason for Accepting It | Yardbarker\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>A Glimmer of Hope<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Despite the concerns surrounding his overall performance, there are signs of improvement this season. Stone has achieved a commendable 76.2 PFF run-defense grade, indicating his capability in stopping the run. Additionally, his missed tackle rate stands at 7.7%, showcasing a level of reliability that could intrigue teams looking for defensive depth.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Context of the Bengals\u2019 Season<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The Bengals\u2019 struggles this season may factor into the trade scenario. With the team facing challenges, there is speculation that they might be inclined to part ways with players who are not performing up to expectations. If Cincinnati were to decide to shift their focus, it could open the door for the Commanders to acquire Stone and potentially reinvigorate his career.<\/p>\n<p>As the trade deadline looms, the Commanders are evaluating how they can enhance their roster. Acquiring a player like Geno Stone could provide the necessary defensive support, but it remains to be seen how negotiations will unfold in the coming weeks. The Commanders\u2019 pursuit of Stone reflects their commitment to improving their secondary and making a push for the remainder of the season.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Explore Geno Stone&#8217;s potential move to the Washington Commanders as the NFL trade deadline approaches. 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