Joe Bachie

Bachie attended Berea High School where he was ranked among the nation's top inside linebackers by Rivals.com and 247Sports.com.

Bachie also played basketball and baseball in high school, earning all-conference honors in both sports as a junior.

He tested positive for a banned performance-enhancing substance during his senior season, ending his collegiate career prematurely.

[6] He was waived on September 5, 2020, during final roster cuts and was signed to the Saints practice squad the following day.

[12][13] Bachie was promoted to the Bengals' active roster on October 16 and saw his first game action against the Detroit Lions.