What I could see the Bengals doing

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(04-20-2018, 09:06 AM)Schmitbuck Wrote: I'm a fan of the trade down, and there was an article on Pro Football Talk saying Atlanta is willing to trade up for the right guy, so I think that's realistic (probably for a 3rd instead). I really struggle with the Miller pick. Probably not fair to him, but I prefer to stay away from PAC offensive lineman. I'm starting to be a little more confident that a top 3 center will be available when we pick in the 2nd, that I'd rather go BPA, whether it be a guard or on defense(excluding corner).

With 12 picks in your scenario, I like the K and P picks mostly as competition and potential upgrades. You can't keep them all. Though, I do think a lot of fans will peeved about a kicker after last year.

Also, not sure I like the Griffin pick. I can't pinpoint it, but there is just something missing with him.

Remember, this is my opinion of what I think the Bengals will do, although I would never eliminate an entire conference of OTs because of a few failures.  I absolutely love Griffin, and he can cover WRs, not just TEs and RBs.  He might be the fastest LB to ever play in the NFL, and he has a serious case of the "go ahead and doubt me" red ass.  I want that kind of fire in a player.  I am so fired up at the prospect of Griffin being a Bengal that, if drafted, I would immediately order his jersey.  

Miller would be our RT competition for Fisher (I don't think much of Hart) and could be there a very long time.  He did have to contend with some serious speed rushers at LT and, although inconsistent, he did show he can handle the speed as well as be a strong drive blocker.  He would be a great fit at RT.  

With Redmond's response to the Bengal's strength and conditioning, I think the Bengals realize a UCLA player is far from a finished product and they see Miller as having a high ceiling.