Darius Phillips


Darius Phillips is an American football cornerback for the Cincinnati Bengals of the National Football League. He played college football at Western Michigan.

Professional career

Phillips was drafted by the Cincinnati Bengals in the fifth round, 170th overall, of the 2018 NFL Draft.
In Week 3 of the 2019 season, Phillips recorded his first career interception off Josh Allen in the 21-17 loss. He was placed on injured reserve on September 26, 2019 with a knee injury. He was designated for return from injured reserve on November 21, 2019, and began practicing with the team again. He was activated on November 29, 2019 prior to Week 13.
In week 16 against the Miami Dolphins, Phillips intercepted a pass thrown by Ryan Fitzpatrick during the 38–35 overtime loss.
In week 17 against the Cleveland Browns, Phillips recorded 2 interceptions off passes thrown by Baker Mayfield during the 33–23 win.