Feb 7th Mock

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(02-07-2024, 04:53 PM)SunsetBengal Wrote: I know that many of you are thinking about OT or DT in the 1st, and I'm usually one of them.  However when I looked at what was on the board at 18, Newton was gone and Mims was the only appealing T without reaching down for a late 1st to early 2nd round guy. I honestly feel like the Bengals will sign a veteran to play RT while 4th round selection Matt Goncalves develops into the role.  I predicted that the Bengals selected a replacement for newly departed Tee Higgins by trading back a few spots and picking up an extra 2nd round pick.

With our actual 2nd round pick, it's no surprise that the Bengals selected T'Vondre Sweat to immediately compete for the starting NT job.  If they can get him into camp at or under #350, he'll be good to have around against these strong AFCN OLs.

With our added 2nd from the trade, I selected the heir apparent to Ted Karras at C in Jackson Powers-Johnson.  He should be able to push Volson for time at LG immediately.

In the 3rd, another player to make us more competitive within our own division, Braelon Allen.  This guy is a physical specimen whose going to be able to wear down defensive fronts like this team hasn't seen in a while.

Pick 115 was a no-brainer, Ben Sinnott is the 3rd best TE on many boards, is a good pass catcher and route runner, as well as a competent blocker. Would like to see the team bring back Sample and add a veteran TE to bridge the transition to Sinnott.

Pick 147 Matt Goncalves is our RT of the future.  I see the team signing a veteran to bridge the transition through his development.

Pick 174 Ainias Smith is a compact but sturdy built WR (think a 5'9" version of Jamarr Chase), he has explosive speed and has nearly #200 on that 5'9" frame.  He also has experience at RB, loves contact and is a sound blocker.  This guy could add some excitement both catching and running the ball. (We need a faster team, right?)

Pick 195 Zion Tupuola-Fetui had some injury issues in college but was able to be very productive for 13 games this season.  He's very quick, and could provide some good competition for depth at edge. Again, more team speed.

Pick 234 Gabe Hall he is built like a typical end in a 3-4, but his reports say that he gets excellent penetration when playing down in a 3 or 5 tech.  Hoping that he can be one of those late round guys that can find his spot on the team.

Pick 259 Anthony Gould  I honestly know very little about him other than he's a return specialist.

Ainias Smith is a lot like Malachi Corley 5'10 215 with that sturdy build and former RB with good explosion. either would be good here.