Cincinnati Bengals NFL Mock Draft Roundup 1.0
Throughout the year and leading up to the 2027 NFL Draft, we will update our Cincinnati Bengals Mock Draft Roundup showing picks for the Cincinnati Bengals from several prominent sites and draft analysts.
The following are picks from recent NFL mock drafts for the Cincinnati Bengals:
19. Jyaire Hill, CB, Michigan
A classic press corner with excellent size (listed at 6-foot-2, 190 pounds), arm length and balance to jam receivers at the line and harass them throughout the route, Hill is entering his third year as a starter for the Wolverines and looks the part of a future NFL starter. With only two career interceptions, however, he currently lacks the gaudy turnover numbers teams want in a first-round player.
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17. A'Mauri Washington, IDL, Oregon
Washington moves and looks like a fairy tale monster at 330 pounds. He's more of a rising tide than a wrecking ball right now, but his build and athleticism will give him Day 1 hype.
16. John Henry Daley, EDGE, Michigan
Daley wins through superior hand usage and a diverse pass-rush arsenal that includes an impressive spin move that often leaves OTs flat-footed. He also plays with the leverage and strength necessary to reset the line of scrimmage against the run.
18. Kelley Jones, CB, Mississippi State
An angular corner at 6-foot-4, 195 pounds, Jones understands how to maximize his length to shield throwing windows. He's a zone-based defender who is at his best playing on a vertical plane, with sufficient hips to close on underneath attempts. He's a bit feast and famine -- even though he allowed an FBS-low seven receptions last season, five went for 20 or more yards and two went for touchdowns. He'll have to work on that, but he could be a good fit for a Bengals defense with starting cornerbacks (Dax Hill and DJ Turner II) who are scheduled to be free agents.
17. Jacarrius Peak, OT, South Carolina
A transfer from NC State, Peak isn't the most polished lineman, but his talent is clear. Scouts will be watching his situation closely to see if he takes the next step in his development.
16. Zabien Brown, CB, Alabama
Entering his third season as a starter, Brown's on-field acumen has set him apart dating back to his days at Mater Dei. While he may not have the same athletic ceiling as corners like Leonard Moore or Brice Pollock, his patience, instincts and experience should allow him to make an immediate impact.
17. Cayden Green, IOL, Missouri
Green allowed just seven pressures last season and has proven ability at both tackle and guard. These tackle prospects are lining up for first-round evaluations, and the vast majority play in college football's most competitive conferences. Green will face as many as five preseason top-15 teams next season, including Colin Simmons' Texas.
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