If Pratt is to become a Lion, it's because the team has concerns about the overall depth. Players like Turner and Nowaske were serviceable in their opportunities last year, but whether or not they can continue to perform at that level could ultimately decide whether adding another player like Pratt is a necessity.

The Bengals are moving on from Germaine Pratt. Per Tom Pelissero of NFL Media, Cincinnati will release the veteran linebacker on Monday. Pratt, 29, requested a trade from Cincinnati back in February. But the Bengals held onto him until the tail end of the offseason program.

Calling Germaine Pratt a leader and a productive player, Titans coach Brian Callahan said the team will do its due diligence in evaluating the former Cincinnati linebacker. The Bengals cut Pratt, a team captain,

NFL offseason is moving along, with free agency and the draft far in the rearview mirror and both minicamps and organized team activities under way all around the league. Yet just because teams mostly have their rosters set and are gearing up for the new year,

The Indianapolis Colts are the most likely landing spot for Pratt. Lou Anarumo is the only defensive coordinator Pratt has ever played for throughout his NFL career. The Bengals dismissed Anarumo earlier this offseason after a difficult season. He's since accepted the Colts' defensive coordinator job.

The Cincinnati Bengals released veteran linebacker Germaine Pratt on Monday, stirring more frustration and questions regarding the team's future on the defensive side.

The Cincinnati Bengals have reportedly finally made a decision with a disgruntled defender who was seeking a trade earlier this offseason.