La'el Collins Ready For Bengals Debut, Face Off With Steelers Star T.J. Watt

CINCINNATI — Bengals right tackle La'el Collins is ready for Sunday's matchup against the Steelers.

The 29-year-old missed most of training camp with a back issue, but has practiced for the past three weeks and is ready for the opener.

"I would say I'm as good as I'm gonna get. That's all I can ask for," Collins told All Bengals. "For me, I'm just taking it and continuing to work on this body each and everyday and make sure I'm ready for the game."

He will have to deal with one of the best pass rushers in the NFL and reigning Defensive Player of the Year T.J. Watt. It's a tough matchup for anyone, including an established veteran like Collins. Watt had 22.5 sacks last season.

"He's a hell of a player. Definitely established hisself and his name as one of the best pass rushers in the league," Collins said. "It's gonna be a great matchup. I'm excited about it, but for me, nothing changes. The approach is the same, just as every week."

The Bengals are hoping their remade offensive line will keep Joe Burrow upright this season. They signed Alex Cappa, Ted Karras and Collins in free agency. They also added Cordell Volson in the 2022 NFL Draft.

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