The Cincinnati Bengals are making a push to sign DT Geno Atkins to a long-term deal.

Footballguys View: The writing was on the wall for some time. Atkins has become the premiere player at his position and the Bengals have been setting themselves up to lock him down. They franchise tagged DE Michael Johnson but this is likely his final year with the club. Atkins is the centerpiece of the defense and should be compensated as such.
Bengals | Geno Atkins could see long-term deal