The Bengals drafted a ton of freaks

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(04-30-2023, 01:13 PM)bengalfan74 Wrote: It would be a lie for me to say I wasn't a tad bit disappointed at not taking a day two Olineman. However overall I love this draft. I think we have a bunch that could make the 53. Great athletes and leaders.

I trust in Zac and the system.

I get this emotion.  When they passed on Duwann Jones in the 3rd, I was puzzled.  But, then I remembered:  They DID sign Orlando Brown.  They do have Jonah still under contract (and in a contract year). We actually saw Jackson Carman show that he might actually belong.  Reportedly, Jackson arrived to the facility 15 lbs lighter and in great shape. Cody Ford was a college teammate of Brown's and might be an upgrade as a backup G.  

If they spent a 3rd round pick on an offensive lineman this year, a lot would have to go wrong for that player to see the field.  Battle will give Lou flexibilty to put Dax on a TE and go 3 safeties with Battle and Scott playing back.  

Battle will also be an immediate contributor on special teams, as will Jones and Brown.