04-25-2023, 03:39 PM
(04-24-2023, 03:11 PM)Bengalholic Wrote: I wanted to go a little different direction, because most of the mocks are looking pretty similar, and wanted to make the offense as dynamic and complete as possible, and only ended up with 2 defensive players. I think the O would be scary as hell and gives them the ability to be a lot more creative. I have them making Bengals making 2 trades and picking up one extra pick in total...
Raiders come up to grab Hendon Hooker, giving the Bengals 38, 100, 109 for 28 and 163. (687-696)
Redskins move up, getting 131 and 246 and giving the Bengals 150 and 193. (42-47)
1 (38) RB- JAHMYR GIBBS ALABAMA 5'9-199
Brian Callahan said recently that they are looking for a complimentary back that can make things happen in the passing game and that has a willingness to block, even if they didn't do it a lot in college or aren't currently great at it. His criteria describes Gibbs pretty accurately. Gibbs is not a #1 back, but will bring great value as a change of pace guy who can also make plays in the passing game at a dynamic level. If teams are going to be stubborn about staying in 2-high, Gibbs gives them a weapon that can make them pay for it and eventually have to bring down a S to account for him or keep getting gashed.
As for his blocking, he's proven that he's willing, especially when he was at Georgia Tech...he just needs more work at it. For now, they can use him to help chip if nothing else. What he adds to the passing game alone is enough to offset the current blocking limitations....as even a simple checkdown has the chance to turn into huge play.
2 (60) WR- TYLER SCOTT Cincinnati 5'10-177
The former RB and track star who had a Top 30 visit, adds another dose of blazing speed and dynamic playmaking ability to the offense. He's shown to be capable of winning at all 3 levels and would add a legitimate vertical threat to help take double teams away from Chase and Tee. His offers versatility to play slot and wide, and should be given a shot in the return game as well.
Some might scoff at the idea of taking Gibbs and Scott with the 1st 2 picks...but, imagine the combinations that you could see by adding these new speed weapons. Hell, just think of an empty set with Chase, Tee, Scott, Gibbs and Boyd / Smith. That's a defensive nightmare.
3 (92) CB- COREY TRICE JR PURDUE 6'3-206
He's not the fastest or most fluid corner, but he's big, strong, physical and very experienced in zone. His transition to Lou's system should be fairly smooth for him. I think he'll be able to contribute fairly quickly, and has the potential to be an eventual starter. A couple of areas he will need to improve are being more aggressive against the run and not being as grabby when defending downfield passes.
3 (100) DT -COLBY WOODEN AUBURN 6'4-275
Only 275 lbs right now, but he's 6'4 with almost 34 inch arms, and has a very strong upper body. He also brings a relentless motor, love of the game and super competitive attitude. If he can add 10-15 lbs, he could end up being the 3-tech they've been looking for. He has the talent, the upside and already possesses natural ability to get after the passer and be disruptive.
4 (109) TE- DAVIS ALLEN CLEMSON 6'6-245
Outside of Mayer, Allen is the most reliable pass catching TE in this draft. Lance Zierlein dubbed him the 'human vacuum'. At 6'6, he has a big catch radius and wins contested catches at a high rate. While he won't outrun anyone or create a ton of separation, he moves well, knows how to position his body and can highpoint pretty well. His inline blocking is decent. He's very willing, not afraid to mix it up and puts in time the trying to get better. He seems like the TE Joe would love and thrive with.
[b]5 (150) C/G- JARRETT PATTERSON NOTRE DAME 6'4-307
[/b]He started at C forb his 1st 3 years, then moved to LG this season. He gives the Bengals interior versatility, and insurance if Ted were to miss any time. He's an intelligent, experienced player and he's pretty technically sound.
6 (193) RB- MOHAMED IBRAHIM MINNESOTA 5'8-205
A tough back who took a lot of handoffs from shotgun. He's not really fast or elusive, but he can weave between traffic and doesn't go down easily. He'll be a 25 year old rookie, but he can pass protect and demonstrated good hands when he had receiving opportunities.
7 (206) P- ADAM KORSAK RUTGERS 6'1-188
The Bengals get a guy that won the Ray Guy award as the nation's best punter, with 35 of his 75 punts resulting in a fair catch, and pinned opponents in their 20 on 63% of his chances.
I am warming to the idea of Gibbs if the bue chip CBs, OTs, DEs, DTs, TEs, WRs, and Robinson are gone. My count of those gets to 21, plus the 4 QBs. Gibbs would be next for me.
