End of March Mock

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It's been a while since I've done a mock, but after primary FA acquisitions have happened, I think I'm ready again.

1) Joe Burrow, QB LSU - Franchise QB.

2) Zack Baun, LB Wisconsin - It's very evident that the Bengals are looking for versatile defensive players, and Baun can rush the passer, stuff the run, and also cover. His versatility will be very appealing to the Bengals.

3) Michael Pittman Jr, WR USC - Pittman might be available with the next pick, but I'd rather not risk it. I think Pittman can play any WR spot and is a very sound and reliable player.

4) Ben Bartch, OG St. Johns - I only went with this guy because the Bengals got exposure to him at the Senior Bowl. Bartch could have a learning curve but he can be groomed as a backup until he's ready to take over a starting role. A lot of promise in his game, but he's a converted TE who needs more experience and time to adapt to playing OL at a high level.

5) Trey Adams, OT Washington - Adams, at one time, was a premiere LT prospect. Some critical injuries in his career and bad combine should cause him to fall to Day 3, where he could be a steal. I think he could (quickly) emerge as a good OT opposite of Jonah Williams within a year.

6) Evan Weaver, LB Cal - Another versatile guy. His incredible instincts allowed him to compensate for some lack of speed at Cal, where he was ultra-productive. Weaver also has pass rush ability, as he was actually recruited to Cal as a DE and then converted to LB. He'll likely be a 2-down hammer like Rey Maualuga was. The Bengals already met with him.

7) Josiah Deguara, TE/H-B Cincinnati - Another guy the Bengals got a look at the Senior Bowl and is in their backyard. Deguara would boost the run game as a lead blocker and add an option as a pass catcher. Let him be technically the third TE on the roster after Uzomah and Sample.