When the Cincinnati Bengals re-signed offensive lineman Cody Ford just before free agency opened, what the contract looked like would say much about the team's direction this offseason. And it turns out the contract is a steal.

Offensive line battles are far from a new concept for the Cincinnati Bengals. Another one is on track to take place at one of the guard positions this summer. In extending Cody Ford with a two-year, $6 million deal a day before the legal negotiating window opened,

Cincinnati Bengals Signing Offensive Lineman Cody Ford to Two-Year Contract Extension. Ford started nine games for Cincinnati last season.