Bengals sign top pick John Ross to four-year deal

The Cincinnati Bengals first-round draft pick John Ross is interviewed during a news conference at Paul Brown Stadium. (ohn Minchillo/AP)

CINCINNATI — The Bengals signed top draft pick John Ross and fourth-round selection Carl Lawson on Sunday at the conclusion of rookie minicamp.

Ross, a receiver from Washington, got a four-year deal with a club option for a fifth season. The Bengals hope he can quickly develop into another downfield threat to complement A.J. Green. He was the ninth overall pick.

Lawson, a linebacker from Auburn, was the first of Cincinnati’s three picks in the fourth round. He also got a four-year deal.

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