Yahoo Sports NFL on DJ Turner
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Obviously, he was really good last year, but he's taken it to a new level. He's motivated. To see the steps he's taken, just to see the dedication to his craft, the levels that he's grown over the last several years, it's fun to be a part of.
STACKED’s take
Turner elevated to elite level in 2025; Burrow and Chase praise his confidence and development.
The source reports that Turner emerged as a bright spot on the Bengals defense in 2025 and has elevated further in training camp. Joe Burrow stated Turner 'was really good last year, but he's taken it to a new level' and praised his motivation and dedication to his craft. Ja'Marr Chase observed that Turner is 'playing a little different' with improved confidence and is 'embracing more of his style.' Turner played all 17 games in 2025 (starting 16), recording 40 tackles, 2 interceptions, 2 forced fumbles, and 18 passes defensed (tied for third in the NFL and most by a Bengals defender since 2009). The source emphasizes that Turner has established himself as Cincinnati's top cover corner and routinely draws assignments against opposing teams' best receivers.
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