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Bengals Draft

Newly signed Cincinnati Bengals defense tackle Dexter Lawrence speaks in a press conference for the first time since joining the team at Paycor Stadium in Cincinnati on Monday, April 20, 2026.

Dexter Lawrence trade creates clarity for Bengals rival's draft strategy

Matt Fitzgerald

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11:00 AM EDT

One LB prospect for Bengals fans to know in every round of 2026 NFL Draft

Matt Fitzgerald

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9:30 AM EDT

Final 2026 two-round NFL Mock Draft makes Bengals' Dexter Lawrence trade worth it

Matt Fitzgerald

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8:00 AM EDT

Bengals' signings & bold trade redeem costly defensive line draft misses

Glenn Adams

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Apr 21, 2026

Clemson defensive lineman Peter Woods (11) during the second quarter at Memorial Stadium in Clemson, S.C. Saturday, September 6, 2025.

Bengals rumor would've led to draft disaster if not for Dexter Lawrence trade

Marcus Mosher

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Apr 21, 2026

Cincinnati Bengals Director of Player Personnel Duke Tobin walks off the field at the conclusion of the team's rookie mini camp, Friday, May 12, 2023, inside the team's indoor practice bubble in Cincinnati.

Bengals just blew up their draft blueprint, and they might not be done

Glenn Adams

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Apr 21, 2026

Sep 13, 2025; Tuscaloosa, Alabama, USA; Alabama wide receiver Germie Bernard (5) dives for a score at the pylon with Wisconsin defensive back Preston Zachman (14), Wisconsin defensive back D'Yoni Hill (5) and Wisconsin linebacker Tackett Curtis (4) unable to make the stop at Saban Field at Bryant-Denny Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Gary Cosby Jr.-Imagn Images

A slightly chaotic 7-round Bengals mock draft following the Dexter Lawrence trade

Christopher Kokaliares

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Apr 21, 2026

Nov 22, 2025; Tucson, Arizona, USA; Arizona Wildcats defensive back Treydan Stukes (2) intercepts the ball in the end zone during the fourth quarter of the game against the Baylor Bears at Casino Del Sol Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Aryanna Frank-Imagn Images

Bengals must target these 2 prospects at No. 41 after Dexter Lawrence trade

Glenn Adams

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Apr 20, 2026

Feb 25, 2025; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Cincinnati Bengals general manager Duke Tobin speaks during the NFL Scouting Combine at the Indiana Convention Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Post-Dexter Lawrence trade Bengals mock draft keeps Duke Tobin's heater aflame

Matt Fitzgerald

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Apr 19, 2026

Jan 15, 2023; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; New York Giants defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence (97) reacts after winning a wild card game against the Minnesota Vikings at U.S. Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images

Bengals' Dexter Lawrence trade rescued fans from another NFL Draft nightmare

Matt Fitzgerald

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Apr 19, 2026

Aug 7, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Cincinnati Bengals linebacker Demetrius Knight Jr. (44) and linebacker Oren Burks (42) in the tunnel against the Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-Imagn Images

Bengals' biggest draft need was painfully clear before and after PFF rankings

Glenn Adams

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Apr 18, 2026

Dec 31, 2025; Arlington, TX, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes linebacker Sonny Styles (0) gets into position during the 2025 Cotton Bowl and quarterfinal game of the College Football Playoff at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

NFL Draft expert shows Bengals' Sonny Styles dreams are dead without huge trade

Jaleel Grandberry

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Apr 18, 2026

Nov 28, 2025; Tempe, Arizona, USA; Arizona Wildcats defensive back Treydan Stukes (2) intercepts the ball against Arizona State Sun Devils wide receiver Jaren Hamilton (16) in the second half during the 99th Territorial Cup at Mountain America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Bengals can’t afford to ignore fast-rising draft sleeper Treydan Stukes

Glenn Adams

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Apr 17, 2026

Oct 11, 2025; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Cincinnati Bearcats linebacker Jake Golday (11) attempts to tackle UCF Knights quarterback Cam Fancher (14) in the second half at Nippert Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Aaron Doster-Imagn Images

4 underrated Bengals alternatives to the most popular No. 10 mock picks

Glenn Adams

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Apr 17, 2026

Jan 1, 2026; Pasadena, CA, USA; Indiana Hoosiers wide receiver Omar Cooper Jr. (3) celebrates after catching a 1-yard touchdown pass in the second quarter against the Alabama Crimson Tide during the 2026 Rose Bowl and quarterfinal game of the College Football Playoff at Rose Bowl Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Massive NFL Draft betting odds shift is trending in Bengals' favor

Matt Fitzgerald

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Apr 17, 2026

Feb 24, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; New York Giants coach John Harbaugh speaks at the NFL Scouting Combine at the Indiana Convention Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Latest big board shakeup suggests NFC East teams will doom Bengals' draft

Matt Fitzgerald

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Apr 16, 2026

Jan 2, 2026; Memphis, TN, USA; Navy Midshipmen defensive lineman Landon Robinson (96) passes the Liberty Bell trophy off the stage after defeating the Cincinnati Bearcats in the Liberty Bowl at Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images

Smoke is billowing around Bengals' interest in stellar draft DT prospect

Matt Fitzgerald

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Apr 16, 2026

Jan 4, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; A Cincinnati Bengals fan waves before a game between the Bengals and Cleveland Browns at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joseph Maiorana-Imagn Images

'Wild card' Bengals draft target is so off the wall fans can't help but laugh

Matt Fitzgerald

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Apr 15, 2026

Clemson defensive lineman Peter Woods (11) during the second quarter at Memorial Stadium in Clemson, S.C. Saturday, September 6, 2025.

Dane Brugler's 7-round mock draft punts Bengals into the dark ages

Matt Fitzgerald

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Apr 15, 2026

Aug 7, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Cincinnati Bengals defensive end Shemar Stewart (97) in the tunnel against the Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-Imagn Images

Bengals' Shemar Stewart pick still looks like a disaster one year later

Glenn Adams

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Apr 15, 2026

Cincinnati Bengals director of player personnel, Duke Tobin, speaks during the annual Cincinnati Bengals media day event at Paycor Stadium in downtown Cincinnati on Monday, July 21, 2025.

The top 10 of the NFL Draft is an arms race the Bengals are fixing to lose

Matt Fitzgerald

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Apr 14, 2026

Cincinnati Bengals defensive end Shemar Stewart (97) sits between drives in the first quarter of the NFL Week 7 game between the Cincinnati Bengals and the Pittsburgh Steelers at Paycor Stadium in downtown Cincinnati on Thursday, Oct. 16, 2025.

Mock 2025 NFL Draft redo leaves Bengals fans wondering what could've been

Matt Fitzgerald

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Apr 14, 2026

Feb 26, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Tennessee defensive back Jermod McCoy (DB20) speaks to media members during the NFL Combine at the Indiana Convention Center. Mandatory Credit: Jacob Musselman-Imagn Images

Bengals 3-round mock draft bets big on talented all-SEC trio

Matt Fitzgerald

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Apr 13, 2026

Dallas Cowboys linebacker DeMarvion Overshown takes down Cincinnati Bengals running back Chase Brown (30) Monday Night Football at AT&T Stadium in Arlington,Texas on Monday, December 9, 2024.

Cowboys draft buzz should scare the daylights out of Bengals fans

Matt Fitzgerald

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Apr 12, 2026

Jan 19, 2026; Miami Gardens, FL, USA; Miami Hurricanes defensive lineman Akheem Mesidor (3) with coach Jason Taylor against the Indiana Hoosiers during the College Football Playoff National Championship game at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

3 outside-the-box draft prospects who fit Bengals in trade down scenario

Matt Fitzgerald

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Apr 12, 2026

Aug 7, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Cincinnati Bengals defensive tackle McKinnley Jackson (93) in the tunnel against the Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-Imagn Images

Clock is ticking fast on stalling Bengals draft pick after top prospect visit

Matt Fitzgerald

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Apr 11, 2026

Jun 10, 2025; Cincinnati, OH, USA; Cincinnati Bengals center Ted Karras (64) (center) lines up with the offensive line at the line of scrimmage against the defensive line during practice at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kareem Elgazzar-Imagn Images

Bengals trusting 'good vibes and the power of friendship' to improve sneaky need

Glenn Adams

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Apr 11, 2026

Dec 28, 2025; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Cincinnati Bengals linebacker Demetrius Knight Jr. (44) and Cincinnati Bengals linebacker Barrett Carter (49) react after a play during the second half against the Arizona Cardinals at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joseph Maiorana-Imagn Images

Bengals hold visit for draft prospect who'd quick-fix their biggest flaw

Matt Fitzgerald

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Apr 10, 2026

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