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NFL draft grades praise Bengals despite risky gambles
TL;DR
The Cincinnati Bengals received favorable NFL draft grades despite taking some risks in their selections. Their second and third-round picks, including Cashius Howell, are seen as potentially impactful but come with concerns.
Key points
- Cincinnati Bengals received favorable NFL draft grades
- Bengals were active in the second and third rounds
- Cashius Howell was a notable selection for pass-rushing help
- Some draft picks come with associated risks
Cashius HowellCincinnati Bengals
The Cincinnati Bengals finally got active during the second and third rounds of the NFL draft.
In the aftermath, NFL draft grades are pretty favorable.
That, despite some risks by the Bengals.
As we noted in our instant analysis of the Cashius Howell pick, the Bengals got some productive pass-rushing help, but he’s a pretty extreme outlier in some measurements that could end up causing problems.
Likewise, in our instant analysis of the Tacario Davis pick in the third round, most consensus boards suggest he was a major reach and he might only fill a niche as a tight-end stopper.
That’s not to say they were bad picks. But the Bengals taking risks and not aligning with consensus boards has come back to hurt them often.
Even so, NFL draft grades mostly liked what the Bengals did through the first three rounds.
NFL draft grades for Bengals
USA Today
Michael Middlehurst-Schwartz at USA Today gave the Bengals a B+ for the Howell pick, writing that they deserve “credit for breaking from its established pattern of prioritizing size and arm length.”
Then, a B- for the Davis pick: “He offers depth and some developmental upside behind DJ Turner II and Dax Hill, who are both entering the final years of their deals.”
Q&A
What were the Cincinnati Bengals' NFL draft grades?
The Cincinnati Bengals received generally favorable grades for their NFL draft performance.
Who did the Bengals select in the second and third rounds of the NFL draft?
The Bengals made several selections, including Cashius Howell, who is noted for his potential as a pass rusher.
What risks are associated with the Bengals' draft picks?
Some of the Bengals' picks, particularly Cashius Howell, are considered risky due to extreme outlier measurements that could lead to future challenges.
