Cincinnati’s needs along the offensive line are well documented. Just one problem: There’s a good chance that none of the top offensive tackles will still be available when the Bengals are on the clock in Round 1, as pointed out by Cincy Jungle’s Patrick Judis. Of course, Cincinnati could always reach for a tackle, with … More »
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Need a tackle? Cincinnati might have to draft an OG/OT convert
If Cincinnati wants a starting OT, it almost has to reach for one in the 1st Round of 2022 NFL draft
Pencil in offensive line as Cincinnati’s biggest need heading into the draft. The team allowed 55 sacks in the regular season, third-most in the league. That averages out to a little more than 3 per game. Those were the good ol’ days. Since then, the Bengals have surrounded 11 more sacks, including an NFL-record 9 … More »
Give Cincinnati credit: At least the Bengals keep trying to find quality OL in the draft
Say what you will about Cincinnati’s drafting prowess — the Bengals aren’t deterred by past failures when it comes to drafting offensive linemen. Consider these sobering facts: Cincinnati has drafted at least one offensive lineman every year since 2001, a total of 32 OL The team drafted 15 linemen between 2011 to 2020, including four … More »
