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The Cincinnati Bengals selected defensive end Cashius Howell in the second round of the NFL Draft, who has drawn comparisons to Maxx Crosby. The Bengals expressed strong interest in Howell, considering him for their 10th overall pick before he was available at 41.
Dec 20, 2025; College Station, TX, USA; Texas A&M Aggies defensive end Cashius Howell (9) rushes the line during the game between the Aggies and the Hurricanes at Kyle Field. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images | Jerome Miron-Imagn Images
After the NFL Draft, the Cincinnati Bengals talked about how much they liked second-round defensive end Cashius Howell. They liked him so much, they said that had the 10th overall pick not been traded for Dexter Lawrence, Cincinnati wouldâve considered taking Howell there.
Luckily for them, Howell was on the board at 41, and they likely couldnât turn the pick in fast enough. Howell is not the prototypical build of a defensive lineman weâve seen the Bengals draft in the past, but he does bring a ton of energy to a defense that definitely needs it.
Howellâs game drew a comparison to Maxx Crosby, according to ESPNâs Jeremy Fowler, who says an anonymous AFC scout was the one to compare the two.
âBut their second-round pick, edge rusher Cashius Howell, possesses one of Maxx Crosbyâs best attributes: his motor. Crosby is famous for going full bore while playing every snap. Howell is similar in that regard. âHe doesnât have the elite bend that some of the other rushers have, but he is absolutely relentless and will play a long time in the NFL as a result,â an AFC scout said.
Howell racked up 11.5 sacks last season while winning the SEC Player of the Year award. He may have shorter arms than Ruben Bain, but Howellâs fire and passion for the game are something not all players have, and that could lead to a long career in the NFL.
The Bengals were impressed with Howell's performance and energy, believing he could significantly contribute to their defense.
The comparison was made by an anonymous AFC scout, as reported by ESPN's Jeremy Fowler.
Cashius Howell plays as a defensive end.

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Many fans wanted the Bengals to trade for Maxx Crosby, so they would all be thrilled if Howell became the Bengalsâ version.