Bengals defenders focus on penalties after opener

The Bengals’ defense spent a lot of time self-destructing before holding on for a 34-23 win at Indianapolis in their opener. Fixing the egregious penalties is at the top of their list as they get ready to host the Ravens on Thursday.

Safety Shawn Williams lowered his shoulder and hit Colts quarterback Andrew Luck in the head as he was tackled, drawing an ejection.

End Carlos Dunlap went for Luck’s legs and got a penalty for roughing the passer. He was flagged again when he landed hard on the quarterback after taking him down.

“You’re just trying to do your job, get after the quarterback,” Williams said, referring to the penalties on him and Dunlap. “Like me, he has to find a way to do what’s within the rules.”