New Bengals Cornerback Josh Newton is Ready to Help Any Way He Can

"I'm trying to be a Swiss Army Knife."
Mar 1, 2024; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Texas Christian defensive back Josh Newton (DB28) ) works out
Mar 1, 2024; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Texas Christian defensive back Josh Newton (DB28) ) works out / Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports
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CINCINNATI — The Bengals took TCU cornerback Josh Newton in the fifth-round (149th overall) in the 2024 NFL Draft.

Newton has the ability to play inside and outside. He made it clear that he's willing to do anything defensive coordinator Lou Anarumo wants him to do on defense.

"I'm trying to be a Swiss Army knife," Newton said. "Whatever I fit in and whatever the coach needs."

Newton had 40 pass breakups and seven interceptions in college. His ball skills, tackling and willingness to be physical all appealed to the Bengals.

What does Newton prefer?

"The best is outside [cornerback]," Newton said. "S***, that outside money."

Newton will get a chance to play outside right away. He joins a cornerback room that includes Cam Taylor-Britt, DJ Turner II, Mike Hilton, DJ Ivey and Allan George. Check out some of Newton's highlights here.

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James Rapien

JAMES RAPIEN

James Rapien covers the Bengals for Sports Illustrated's AllBengals.com and is one-half of the Locked on Bengals Podcast. He's also the co-owner/creator of Cincinnati Bengals Talk on YouTube. He earned a journalism degree from the University of Cincinnati and has spent the majority of his professional career in the Queen City. Rapien previously covered the Cavaliers and Indians in Cleveland. He has a background in radio, which includes stops at 700 WLW, ESPN 1530 and 92.3 The Fan. He loves a good trade rumor and uses copious amounts of hot sauce on his food. Cincinnati chili is his go-to meal, followed by gallons of mint chocolate chip ice cream for dessert. When he isn't working or eating, he's probably walking his dog Finley or spending time with family.