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• Cincinnati Bengals 53-man Roster Prediction: Training Camp Begins Edition

Frank Bowen IV/The Enquirer / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images Bengals football is back, baby! It’s here! It’s finally here! The offseason is over. Training camp has officially opened for the 2025 season as the Cincinnati Bengals—well, most of them—took the practice fields outside Paycor Stadium for their first practice of the preseason. With that comes a whole bunch of speculation, whic...2025
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• Former Bengals standout Mike Hilton says his goodbye to Cincinnati

Sam Greene/The Enquirer / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images One of the fan favorites' time has come to an end in the Jungle. It feels like a lifetime ago when the Cincinnati Bengals shook up the AFC North by bringing in former Pittsburgh Steelers cornerback Mike Hilton. Hilton sent shockwaves through the division after signing a four-year deal with the Bengals and lived up to the hype, pl...2025
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• Rams called ‘best fit’ for free agent cornerback

Sam Greene/The Enquirer / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images Should Rams sign Mike Hilton to play him in the nickel? Mike Hilton has carved an eight-year career out of being an undrafted free agent in the 2017 class, but as a free agent this year he has yet to find a team that’s willing to pay him for a ninth. With training camp now here, should the Los Angeles Rams add depth to their corn...2025
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• Mike Hilton among the best available NFL free agents: Should the Bengals re-sign him?

Photo by Jason Mowry/Getty Images And if not the Bengals, which NFL team would you like to see Hilton land with? One of the best NFL free agents still waiting to be signed is none other than former Cincinnati Bengals cornerback Mike Hilton. ESPN recently ranked the best remaining free agents, and it was no surprise to see Hilton near the top of the list. Hilton checked in at No. 4 overall ...2025
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• Cowboys Urged to Sign 13-INT Defensive Player as Potential Jourdan Lewis Replacement
The Dallas Cowboys are urged to sign veteran cornerback Mike Hilton as the “smartest remaining play on the board” to address their secondary needs....2025
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• Should the Saints consider adding one of these two veteran defensive backs?

Cara Owsley/The Enquirer / USA TODAY NETWORK With uncertainty looming in the cornerback room, could either of these free-agent vets be the answer for New Orleans? The New Orleans Saints will enter training camp with more uncertainty than stability in their cornerback room. The group currently includes 22-year-old second-year CB Kool-Aid McKinstry, 26-year-old fourth-year presumed slot corn...2025
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• Cowboys news: How well Kenneth Murray plays could be huge in 2025

Chris Jones-Imagn Images Your Sunday morning Cowboys news. Can the Cowboys’ defense trust Kenneth Murray? - Inside the Star, Shane Taylor Under a new defensive coordinator, how much faith should the Cowboys have in newcomer Kenneth Murray? One important piece to new defensive coordinator Matt Eberflus’ defense is going to be the man wearing the green dot, and as you look at his career th...2025
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• Cowboys news: Tyler Booker’s leadership should help guide the rookie class

Photo by Logan Bowles/Getty Images The latest news around the Dallas Cowboys Tyler Booker on pressure of being Cowboys’ first pick of Schottenheimer era: ‘I’m a natural born leader’ - Patrik Walker, DallasCowboys.com Tyler Booker is ready to bring his natural leadership to the Dallas Cowboys. “To be the leader of this [rookie] group, I take a lot of pride in that,” said Booker. “I’m just ...2025
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• The Cowboys still need to decide on a starting nickel cornerback

Bob Donnan-Imagn Images Who do you think will be the Cowboys’ nickel corner this season? The Cowboys have done a decent job of throwing bodies at the cornerback position after Jourdan Lewis’ departure. After losing Lewis to the Jacksonville Jaguars in free agency, the Cowboys answered by trading for Bills cornerback Kaiir Elam, re-signing Israel Mukuamu, and drafting Shavon Revel in the t...2025
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• Cincinnati Bengals pre-draft roster and projected depth chart

Photo by Brandon Sloter/Getty Images Here’s a look at where things stand, if there season were to start today. The NFL Draft will begin Thursday night and extend through the majority of the weekend. Once the Arizona Cardinals announce their first-round pick, the Cincinnati Bengals will go on the clock with the No. 17 pick. Before we get too excited, though, here’s a look at the roster and...2025
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• DJ Turner is healthy and ready to rock as OTAs get underway

Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images The Bengals are hoping Turner can solidify his place as a starting cornerback. It’s no secret that the Cincinnati Bengals' defense was a trainwreck for most of the 2024 season, and changes needed to be made. A big part of getting improved play from that unit in 2025 could be the rise of third-year cornerback DJ Turner, who says that he is 100% as Organ...2025
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• Major update on the Bengals cornerback room

Photo by Michael Allio/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images The Bengals’ voluntary workouts kicked off today. The Cincinnati Bengals welcomed players back into the facility Monday for voluntary workouts, as they set their sites on a return to the postseason in 2025. We saw several players, including Tee Higgins, photographed as they entered the facility. While these are just spring workouts, ...2025
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• Should the Bengals pursue Chidobe Awuzie after release from Titans?

Photo by Wesley Hitt/Getty Images Another possible reunion. The Cincinnati Bengals seem to love a good reunion. They have a history of bringing former players back to the organization, the most recent being Samaje Perine coming back this offseason. Could a cornerback from the Super Bowl team be next? Saturday, it was reported that the Tennessee Titans released cornerback Chidobe Awuzie ju...2025
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• Cowboys free agency: 5 targets who would be a ‘splash’ signing that are still available

Photo by Brandon Sloter/Getty Images There are still some free agents out there who the Cowboys should consider pursuing. The Dallas Cowboys have done more in the first week of free agency than what Cowboys fans are used to. But will they go even further? Dallas has money to play with from restructured contracts, and there are still some big-name free agents available. The question is whe...2025
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• Vikings Links: Free Agency Day 3 Open Thread

Photo by Stephen Maturen/Getty Images Will there be any moves today? The second day of free agency was very productive and filled a lot of the wish list needs for many long suffering Vikings fans. We got a new veteran center who excels at pass blocking and a new guard with lots of upside (hopefully). We got a new veteran defensive tackle who excels at pass rushing and possibly another vet...2025
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"With Mike Hilton still unsigned, Awuzie could be a good veteran presence as the DB room moves toward younger players."

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"The “bend, don’t break” version of the Bengal defense made a return as Kansas City again worked their way down the field to the Bengals 17-yard line, but a clutch tackle from Mike Hilton forced Kansas City to settle for a 27-yard field goal by Butker."

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"As for cornerback Mike Hilton, he’s staying in Cincinnati, and he’s doing his best to recruit others to the Queen City, reaching out to Dolphins tight end Mike Gesickin on Twitter, hours after he tweeted at safety C."

2022
"Bengals' Mike Hilton lobbies for Jessie Bates III to receive a contract extension"

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"Bengals' Mike Hilton whistled for questionable penalty that proves decisive in loss vs. Jets"

2020
"The Steelers have placed a second-round tender on cornerback Mike Hilton, according to Hilton’s agent, Drew Rosenhaus."

2019
"Cornerback Mike Hilton doesn’t plan to immediately sign his exclusive rights free agent tender as he waits for a new, long-term deal from the Steelers, per Jeremy Fowler of ESPN."

2018
"The Steelers have signed CB Mike Hilton to a one-year extension and four others to Reserve/Futures contracts."

2017
"Mike Hilton was named AFC Defensive Player of the Week."

2016
"Per a league source, the Browns worked out Warren Gatgewood, Doran Grant, Mike Hilton, Tyler Patmon, and Kevin Peterson."

• Former Bengals standout Mike Hilton says his goodbye to Cincinnati
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• Rams called ‘best fit’ for free agent cornerback
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• Mike Hilton among the best available NFL free agents: Should the Bengals re-sign him?
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• Should the Saints consider adding one of these two veteran defensive backs?
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• Browns 2025 Schedule Primer: Week 1 & 18, Cincinnati Bengals roster changes, updates and more

Photo by Michael Allio/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images Browns take on the Bengals in Weeks 1 & 18 of the 2025 regular season The Cleveland Browns will host the Cincinnati Bengals in Weeks 1 & 18 of the 2025 NFL season. Now that this year’s NFL schedule has been officially released, we can break down each matchup and each team for the upcoming season. The Bengals started the 2024 season po...2025
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• 3 free agents the Cowboys should consider signing before training camp

Sam Greene/The Enquirer / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images Can the Cowboys continue to improve heading into training camp? The Dallas Cowboys had a busier than usual offseason in 2025, but the offseason is not over. In free agency, the Cowboys added Javonte Williams, Jack Sanborn, Robert Jones, Dante Fowler, Solomon Thomas, and Miles Sanders — all players who have their fair share of st...2025
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• Cowboys news: Tyler Booker’s leadership should help guide the rookie class
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• Bengals pick up Dax Hill’s fifth-year option

Bob Donnan-Imagn Images Hill is now under contract through the 2026 NFL season. The Cincinnati Bengals will exercise the fifth-year option of Dax Hill, according to ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler. That means Hill is set to make $12.7 million in the 2026 season. The 31st overall pick of the 2022 NFL Draft, Hill was entering the final year of his rookie contract had his option not been picked up. It’s...2025
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• Rams called ‘best fit’ for free agent cornerback
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• Film Room: A clear role for Barrett Carter in Al Golden’s defense

Photo by David Jensen/Getty Images Carter makes plays in the passing game. After signing two linebackers in free agency, it was unexpected to see the Cincinnati Bengals select two more in the 2025 NFL Draft, However, Al Golden’s words and Barrett Carter’s film reveal that Demetrius Knight and Carter are two very different types of linebackers. Golden talked about how to have a major impact...2025
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• Bengals News (3/24): Praise for Bengals re-signing wide receivers

Photo by Harry How/Getty Images The Bengals finally get some positive recognition for their move. New Guard Lucas Patrick’s Experienced Versatility Drawn To Bengals’ Firepower: ‘This Is An Exciting Offense To Join’“Come in and compete,” Patrick said of his role. “See how things shake out. I know there’s still a draft and they’re probably filling out some more spots. But I’m just fired up t...2025
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• 2025 Detroit Lions free agency preview: 3 cornerback options

Photo by Dylan Buell/Getty Images A look at three intriguing cornerback options in free agency for the Detroit Lions. While the Detroit Lions may have just doubled down on cornerback in the 2024 NFL Draft by taking Terrion Arnold and Ennis Rakestraw, there are still a lot of question marks within that defensive back group that need answering. Starter Carlton Davis and top reserve options ...2025
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• Tuesday Trenches: The Core

Sam Greene/The Enquirer / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images Who makes up the Bengals’ core? The Cincinnati Bengals have one of the most important offseasons in franchise history ahead of them. They’re coming off a 9-8 season in which they missed the playoffs despite Joe Burrow’s MVP-caliber performance, Ja’Marr Chase’s Triple Crown and Trey Hendrickson leading the league in sacks. Now, t...2025
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• Vikings Links: Let’s Play Tag!

Photo by Bruce Yeung/Getty Images Should the Vikings Tag Sam Darnold? The East West Shrine Bowl practices are underway. 2025 NFL Draft: 10 players who stood out in East-West Shrine Bowl practices Tahj Brooks, RB, Texas Tech (5-foot-9 1/4, 229 pounds) You wouldn’t think the 5-9 Brooks weighs almost 230 pounds based on the quickness he showed on the practice field (and during his career at T...2025
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• Tuesday Trenches: The NFL needs the Bengals in the playoffs

Sam Greene/The Enquirer / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images These AFC games..... woof. We’re through the wildcard round of the playoffs, and the AFC matchups had very little to offer. The Chargers went to Houston and were defeated by the Texans by a score of 32-12, and it was really never close. Justin Herbert picked a bad time to have a four-interception game. Then there was the AFC Nort...2025
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• Former Bengals standout Mike Hilton says his goodbye to Cincinnati
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• Friday Discussion: Next Bengals player to get a long-term deal

Katie Stratman-Imagn Images Who will be the next Bengal to get a new deal done? TGIF my Bengals family! For our final daily discussion this week, we want to know who you believe will be the next Bengals player to get a long-term contract. With Joe Burrow, Ja’Marr Chase, and Tee Higgins locked up, all eyes are on Trey Hendrickson, but there’s a very real chance the Bengals won’t keep him be...2025
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• Cowboys free agency: 5 targets who would be a ‘splash’ signing that are still available
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• Mike Hilton expects Bengals vs. Steelers to be a ‘bloodbath’

Katie Stratman-Imagn Images The former Steeler understands how important this game is for both teams. The Cincinnati Bengals are set to close out the regular season on the road against the Pittsburgh Steelers. Despite a disastrous season, the Bengals still have a chance to make the postseason with a win over the Steelers and help from the Chiefs and Jets. Before the team can turn their foc...2025
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• Bengals New Year’s Resolutions: A realistic set of goals that could set the team up for success

Sam Greene/The Enquirer / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images Here are a few resolutions the Bengals should be making. Happy New Year! Every family has a different holiday tradition. Some travel, some gather at family homes, and others volunteer time. One holiday tradition, though, that seems to be universal, at least in America, is the thought of a “New Year’s Resolution.” I’m sure you’ve ...2025
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• Tuesday Trenches: The calm has ended, here comes the storm, and Merry Christmas

Katie Stratman / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images The Bengals have done what was required of them against bad teams for three weeks. Now, the real test comes. The Cincinnati Bengals aren’t a bad team. Bad teams lose to good teams and other bad teams. The Cleveland Browns, Tennessee Titans, and Dallas Cowboys are bad teams. Heading into this stretch of the season, I would not have said t...2024
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• 10 winners and zero losers in Bengals’ win over Browns

Photo by Dylan Buell/Getty Images Cincinnati dominated their rivals this week, continuing to stay alive for the playoffs. The Cincinnati Bengals are on a winning streak! Following their 24-6 win over the Cleveland Browns, the Bengals have now won three straight and are right in the thick of the playoff race. Here is a look at today’s 10 winners and zero losers. Winners Joe Burrow: While i...2024
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• Speechless

Photo by Todd Rosenberg/Getty Images This team has left everyone with a whole lot of questions and no answers. The Cincinnati Bengals’ 44-38 home loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers left many speechless. Where do we even begin with this team? Front office? Coaching? Talent? Let’s hit on each of them. This front office has given the fans a lot of mixed feelings over the last few years. From let...2024
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• 3 winners and numerous losers in Bengals’ loss to Steelers

Photo by Ric Tapia/Getty Images The Bengals’ season was essentially ended by their bitter rivals on Sunday afternoon. The Cincinnati Bengals’ season is essentially over. In yet another must-win game and this time in the AFC North, Cincinnati just couldn’t keep up with the Steelers’ offense. Here are the best and worst in the Bengals’ 38-44 loss to the Steelers. Winners Chase Brown: With t...2024
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• Hilton gets a well-deserved honor
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• Mike Hilton continues recruiting spree with Mike Gesicki
Photo by Cooper Neill/Getty Images The Bengals’ veteran corner is doing his part in bringing talent to Cincinnati. The Cincinnati Bengals added Orlando Brown Jr. on Wednesday night, and they should look to continue the activity into the back half of the week. The team has lost several key pieces in free agency already. Starting tight end Hayden Hurst went to Carolina, as did starting safet...2023
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• Three years ago today, the Cincinnati Bengals drafted Joe Burrow with the first overall pick
Sam Greene/The Enquirer via Imagn Content Services, LLC One pick has changed the course of the Bengals franchise in just three seasons On this date, three years ago, the Cincinnati Bengals held the first overall pick in the 2020 NFL Draft. Before we dive into it, let’s take a nice (painful) stroll back to the 2019 season. In Zac Taylor’s first season as the newest Head Coach, Cincinnati w...2023
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• Bengals' Mike Hilton lobbies for Jessie Bates III to receive a contract extension
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• Bengals players try to recruit C.J. Gardner-Johnson after losing Jessie Bates and Vonn Bell
Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images The Bengals have lost both starting safeties, and CJG is one of the best on the market. NFL free agency is off and running and another high-profile player is being linked to the Cincinnati Bengals. With Vonn Bell joining the Carolina Panthers and Jessie Bates III heading to the Atlanta Falcons, the Bengals will be without their two starting safeties from the...2023
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• Cam Taylor-Britt could be the best corner in the league, says NFL Network’s Peter Schrager

Sam Greene/The Enquirer / USA TODAY NETWORK High praise for the Bengals’ second year player. Cam Taylor-Britt had a strong game against the Buffalo Bills in the AFC Divisional Round, and that got him the attention of national media. NFL Network’s Peter Schrager says that Taylor-Britt could challenge Sauce Gardner to be in the conversation for the best cornerback in the NFL. For that reas...2023
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• Mike Hilton says 'everyone wants to see' Bengals face Chiefs in NFL regular-season opener

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• 3 free agents the Cowboys should consider signing before training camp
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• 4 winners and 5 losers as the Bengals fall to the Ravens

Sam Greene/The Enquirer / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images This one will sting for awhile. The Cincinnati Bengals returned to the Queen City this afternoon as they kicked off their first division game of the season against the Baltimore Ravens. Commencing AFC North play, we had two teams with really good offenses in somewhat of a defensive slugfest. Featuring a safety and seven total pu...2024
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• Bengals News (2/21): Cincinnati listed as best fit for Ravens defensive tackle Justin Madubuike

Photo by Michael Owens/Getty Images The Bengals have a serious need at defensive tackle. ESPN says the Bengals are the best fit for free agent Pro Bowler from rival AFC North teamSwiping a defensive player from the Ravens, the best team in the AFC during the 2023 regular season, would certainly make Cincinnati's defense better while taking away a key part of Baltimore's defense. A Freak Pi...2024
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• Cam Taylor-Britt could be the best corner in the league, says NFL Network’s Peter Schrager
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• 5 winners and 4 losers from Bengals’ tie with Falcons

John David Mercer-USA TODAY Sports The Bengals and Falcons battle to a 13-all tie in Atlanta. The Cincinnati Bengals faced the Atlanta Falcons in Week 2 of the NFL Preseason. In what was a defensive struggle throughout, both teams ultimately battled to a 13-all tie thanks to 10 points being scored in the final minute. Here are this week’s winners and losers. Winners Starting defense There...2023
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• NFL Draft Grades: Several national sites give Bengals an A
Photo by Scott Winters/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images The Bengals appear to have a special haul of players coming to the Queen City. The Cincinnati Bengals didn’t have a draft that will awe fans. There’s no Joe Burrow or Ja’Marr Chase joining Cincinnati this upcoming season, but the talent they did get could be incredibly impactful in the near future. NFL analysts seem to agree that the...2023
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• Grade the pick: Bengals nab DJ Turner to bolster blazing-fast secondary
Photo by Zach Bolinger/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images Another young player added to a new-look secondary. Another day, another great value pick on defense for the Cincinnati Bengals. With the 60th overall pick, the Bengals started off their night two by drafting Michigan Wolverines cornerback DJ Turner. This comes after the Bengals landed Clemson Tigers defensive end Myles Murphy in Rou...2023
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