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Duke Tobin, Bengals 'Always Looking' For Potential Linebacker Upgrades, One Veteran Clearly Stands Out

Duke Tobin had plenty to say at the podium to round out Cincinnati's 2026 draft cycle on Monday. The Bengals' director of player personnel was "pleased" with how the offseason went for Cincinnati after this franchise got more aggressive in building a roster than it arguably ever has this century.

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Duke Tobin sounds unsure about a decision the Cincinnati Bengals have to make within the next few days

The Cincinnati Bengals have until the end of the week to decide on defensive end Myles Murphy’s fifth-year option. Director of player personnel Duke Tobin is leaving the door open on the matter, but the clock is ticking fast.

Cincinnati Bengals News / EasySportz / April 27

NFL Expert Grades Cincinnati Bengals on 2026 Draft Class

CINCINNATI — The EasySportz NFL expert released team-by-team draft grades for all 32 clubs, with the Cincinnati Bengals earning a solid B for a balanced 2026 class that added depth without major swings.

Dexter Lawrence News / NFL on ClutchPoints / April 27

Dexter Lawrence making his goal known early after joining Bengals

The Cincinnati Bengals made their first-round pick earlier than most teams in the 2026 NFL Draft. Cincinnati traded that pick for DT Dexter Lawrence in the days leading up to the draft.

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How many of the No. 1 overall picks from the NFL Draft since 1966 can you name in eight minutes?

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The way-too-early 2027 NFL first-round mock draft

With the 2026 draft in the books, teams are already looking toward 2027. Here's our way-too-early 2027 NFL mock draft, as of April 27, 2026.

Bryan Cook News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / April 27

New Safety Bryan Cook Highlights Bengals' 'Most Aggressive' Offseason He's Seen

Bryan Cook was in the Bengals locker room on Monday as he continues to get offseason work completed at the facility ahead of his first season playing pro ball in his hometown.

Dexter Lawrence News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / April 27

Bengals DT Dexter Lawrence May Already Prefer Cincinnati Over New York

The Cincinnati Bengals were under some fire from their fan base for not making enough moves earlier this offseason. They added a few key players like Boye Mafe, Bryan Cook, and Jonathan Allen, among others, in the early stages of free agency.

Cincinnati Bengals News / A to Z Sports / April 27

5 winners and 5 losers emerge following Cincinnati Bengals putting together promising 2026 NFL Draft class

The 2026 NFL Draft will have ramifications for several players on the Cincinnati Bengals’ offseason roster. Here are the players who benefitted the most, as well as those who have the most to worry about.

Cincinnati Bengals News / A to Z Sports / April 27

Cincinnati Bengals Draft Class: Ranking the 3 picks who will make the biggest impact on the 2026 season

The Cincinnati Bengals’ roster is in good shape, but there will still be opportunities for some of the 2026 draftees to make an impact this season. Let’s rank the players who are most likely to see the field.

Cincinnati Bengals News / A to Z Sports / April 27

Bengals show with their wallets how much they wanted to sign hidden gem the NFL forgot to draft

The Cincinnati Bengals are signing former San Diego State offensive tackle Christian Jones to a college free agent contract. Jones is receiving a $50,000 signing bonus, which indicates how much the Bengals wanted him.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / April 27

Hits, Reaches and Steals: Grading Every Pick in the Bengals’ 2026 Draft Class

The 2026 NFL Draft is in the books. Cincinnati added four defensive players and four offensive players with their eight picks. That includes their blockbuster trade for Dexter Lawrence.

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25 late-round draft picks who will impact the 2026 NFL season

The early-round picks get most of the headlines, but the later rounds are where championships are often built. These 25 late-round picks from the 2026 draft have a chance to make impacts as rookies and beyond.

Cincinnati Bengals News / A to Z Sports / April 27

Bengals may have to deal with a familiar problem this offseason thanks almost entirely to bad luck

The Cincinnati Bengals will soon start contract negotiations with second-round pick Cashius Howell. Due to when Howell was drafted, his contract may be tough for both sides to reach an agreement immediately.

Cincinnati Bengals News / College Football News / April 27

Cincinnati Bengals 2026 NFL Draft: CFN College Football Take on Every Pick

The Bengals have an odd way of drafting sometimes, but when they hit, they hit big. They needed offensive linemen in this, but they went with an interesting twosome of centers and ignored other areas.

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Cincinnati Bengals News / NFL on ClutchPoints / April 26

Bengals’ 2026 NFL Draft Grades For Every Pick

The Cincinnati Bengals’ 2026 NFL Draft grades for every pick reveal a front office that understood the assignment. It was all about reinforcing a championship window that is very much alive.

NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / April 26

WR Jermaine Burton To Participate In Bills’ Rookie Camp

Former Bengals wide receiver Jermaine Burton is set to participate in the Bills’ rookie minicamp, per NFL insider Jordan Schultz. Burton, 24, was a third-round pick in 2024 and arrived in Cincinnati with the hopes of becoming a reliable complement to star wideouts Ja’Marr Chase and Tee Higgins.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / April 26

Cashius Howell Dives Into '10/10' Trash Talk, On-Field Edge He's Bringing to Bengals

Cashius Howell is bringing plenty of college production and an on-field edge with him to the Bengals roster this coming season. The second-round pick had a viral clip from his last season at Texas A&M pop up again this week once the Bengals took him.

Jermaine Burton News / NFLTradeRumors.co / April 26

Former Bengals WR Jermaine Burton To Attend Bills Rookie Minicamp

Jordan Schultz reports that the Bills are inviting former Bengals WR Jemaine Burton to their rookie minicamp. Despite giving Burton multiple chances, the Bengals cut the former third-round pick following a one-game suspension back in December of 2025.

Dexter Lawrence News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / April 26

Jason Kelce Reacts to Bengals Blockbuster Trade for Dexter Lawrence: ‘They Hit the Jackpot’

The Cincinnati Bengals held the No. 10 overall pick in the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft until they sent the selection to the New York Giants in exchange for superstar defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence.

Cincinnati Bengals News / A to Z Sports / April 26

3 overreactions to the Cincinnati Bengals’ 2026 NFL Draft class that range from their first pick to their last

There’s plenty of potential with the Cincinnati Bengals’ 2026 NFL Draft class, and the grades have been overwhelmingly positive. Here are some overreactions to the Bengals’ newest players.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / April 26

Cincinnati Bengals Earn Mostly Strong Grades For 2026 NFL Draft Class, One Clear Outlier

The 2026 NFL Draft grades are dropping from outlets all over the place, and Cincinnati is mostly earning solid marks for its selections, with one outlier on the list.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / April 25

Biggest Takeaways From the Cincinnati Bengals’ 2026 NFL Draft Class

The Bengals added seven players to their team during the 2026 NFL Draft. Of course that doesn't include the Dexter Lawrence trade, which set the tone for the entire weekend.

Cincinnati Bengals News / A to Z Sports / April 25

Bengals Final Draft Grades: Cincinnati makes the most of the seven picks following the groundbreaking Dexter Lawrence trade

The Cincinnati Bengals ended up with seven picks in the 2026 NFL Draft, and came away with tremendous value on both days they made their selections. The Cincinnati Bengals wrapped up their 2026 NFL Draft just a couple hours prior to the one-week anniversary of the Dexter Lawrence trade.

NFL News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / April 25