12-31-2018, 03:41 AM
It's probably too early to get an accurate read on where these guys will go in the draft, but I'm happy to speculate in relation to the Bengals needs.
Rd 1 (11) Devin White-LB-LSU- We have neglected this position too long. Burfict has probably played his last down in the NFL with 7 concussions and Brown may not be re-signed. White would be an immediate impact player in a position of need. Just look what Roquan Smith and Leighton Vander Esch did for their respective teams this year.
Rd 2 Dalton Risner-OT-Kansas St.- This would be an immediate upgrade over Bobby "Falst" Hart. Risner is a four year starter and as solid as they come for a right tackle.
Rd 3 Kaden Smith TE-Stanford- A solid all-around tight end to serve as insurance if they take another flier on Eifert. Much higher upside than Tyler Kroft.
Rd 4 Andre Dillard-OT-Washington St- More depth at tackle given Glenn's injury history.
Rd 5 Beau Benschawel-G-Wisconsin. A possible upgrade over Redmond at RG. I do still like Westerman if they ever give him a legitimate chance.
Rd 1 (11) Devin White-LB-LSU- We have neglected this position too long. Burfict has probably played his last down in the NFL with 7 concussions and Brown may not be re-signed. White would be an immediate impact player in a position of need. Just look what Roquan Smith and Leighton Vander Esch did for their respective teams this year.
Rd 2 Dalton Risner-OT-Kansas St.- This would be an immediate upgrade over Bobby "Falst" Hart. Risner is a four year starter and as solid as they come for a right tackle.
Rd 3 Kaden Smith TE-Stanford- A solid all-around tight end to serve as insurance if they take another flier on Eifert. Much higher upside than Tyler Kroft.
Rd 4 Andre Dillard-OT-Washington St- More depth at tackle given Glenn's injury history.
Rd 5 Beau Benschawel-G-Wisconsin. A possible upgrade over Redmond at RG. I do still like Westerman if they ever give him a legitimate chance.
