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On YouTubeCincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / April 18
Bengals Strike Blockbuster Trade For Star Defensive Tackle To Cement 2026 Offseason
The Bengals have made a blockbuster move ahead of the 2026 NFL Draft. NFL Network's Ian Rapoport reports the team is trading the No. 10 pick for Dexter Lawrence after the star defensive tackle demanded a trade from New York.
The 'NFL Defensive Players of the Year' quiz
The AP has awarded its Defensive Player of the Year Award to the NFL's most outstanding defender since 1971. How many of the NFL DPOYs can you name in six minutes?
Dexter Lawrence News / Yardbarker / April 18
Bengals make win-now move with shortsighted Dexter Lawrence trade
With the 10th overall pick of the 2026 NFL Draft, the Cincinnati Bengals select New York Giants defensive tackle, Dexter Lawrence II.
First-round NFL mock draft: Mendoza goes No.1, then who?
Teams are finalizing their Big Boards with much of NFL free agency in the rearview mirror. There's a look at the least first-round mock draft as of April 8, 2026.
Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / April 18
Bengals Dream 2026 NFL Draft Scenario Revealed For Organization's Top Pick
Sports Illustrated's Gilberto Manzano broke down the dream draft scenarios for every NFL team in the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft, and a falling edge rusher was his pick for the Bengals.
Cincinnati Bengals News / A to Z Sports / April 18
Best Bengals Draft Picks: 2021 class provided the finishing touches of Super Bowl team with plenty of whiffs to boot
The Cincinnati Bengals’ 2021 NFL Draft class saw Ja’Marr Chase and Evan McPherson join the party right before their Super Bowl run. The rest of the class was not nearly as impactful.
NFL News / A to Z Sports / April 18
Bengals legend is set to help make a young player’s dream come true, but he will face a hostile crowd in the process
Former Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Ken Anderson will represent his former team by announcing one of Cincinnati’s selections in the 2026 NFL Draft. He may also have to overcome the jeers from Pittsburgh Steelers fans on stage.
Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / April 18
This Under-the-Radar Pass Rusher Screams Draft Day Steal for Bengals
The Cincinnati Bengals have been tied to plenty of big names expected to be taken in the early rounds of the NFL Draft, but where the consensus tends to differ is what the Bengals will do with their mid- to late-round selections.
Joe Flacco News / The Spun / April 18
Joe Flacco Warns Against NFL Expanding Schedule To 18 Games
Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Flacco isn't afraid to tell the NFL how he really feels about a potential 18-game season. The NFL expanded its regular season from 16 to 17 games in 2021.
Shemar Stewart News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / April 17
Shemar Stewart Named The Worst Draft Pick From 2025 Cycle
Sports Illustrated's Matt Verdarame broke down the worst draft picks of the 2025 cycle this week ahead of the 2026 festivities, and Shemar Stewart took the ominous top spot.
2026 NFL Draft: Small-school prospects who will make a big impact
NFL prospects from major programs get most of the attention, but there are numerous examples of players drafted from small schools who have become difference-makers.
Cincinnati Bengals News / A to Z Sports / April 17
Best Bengals Draft Picks: Legendary 2020 class will be remembered forever no matter how the decade ends
The Cincinnati Bengals’ 2020 NFL Draft class turned out as well as anyone could’ve hoped it would, resulting in multiple franchise cornerstones and setting the foundation for a Super Bowl-caliber team.
Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / April 17
Bengals Add Multiple Defensive Stars in Latest 7-Round NFL Mock Draft
The Cincinnati Bengals are a few pieces away from being a Super Bowl contender again. With the firepower of their offense, all they need is a league-average defense, and they could contend with the teams at the top of the league.
Cincinnati Bengals News / NFL on ClutchPoints / April 17
Bengals’ 2026 NFL Mock Draft for all 9 picks
The Cincinnati Bengals will approach the 2026 NFL Draft with urgency and clarity. Rightfully so, as this is one contender that needs a bit of fine-tuning and built around Joe Burrow’s brilliance.
Joe Flacco News / HITC / April 17
Joe Flacco slams NFL’s rising greed as 18-game regular season conversation continues to grow
Joe Flacco has pushed back against the NFL’s growing interest in an 18-game regular season, questioning whether the league’s pursuit of revenue is starting to outweigh common sense.
Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / April 17
Cincinnati Bengals Deemed Strong Trade-Up Candidate In 2026 NFL Draft
The Cincinnati Bengals need to hit the jackpot in the 2026 NFL Draft. That's not really up for debate at this point. They need to add a slew of talent to their roster, with their defense needing as much work as any unit in football.
Dexter Lawrence News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / April 17
NFL Mock Trade: Bengals Acquire Dexter Lawrence Without Trading Pick No.10
The Cincinnati Bengals have the means to strike a potential blockbuster trade for New York Giants defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence. On Thursday, the odds of the Bengals pulling off a blockbuster deal may have skyrocketed after Paul Schwartz of the New York Post reported that Lawrence wants out of New York.
Zac Taylor News / A to Z Sports / April 16
Best Bengals Draft Picks: Zac Taylor’s first draft went off the rails fast, but a hero was found in the middle of it all
The Cincinnati Bengals’ 2019 NFL Draft class was the first of the Zac Taylor era, and produced one of the franchise’s most famous names for one historic play.
Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / April 16
Bengals Hit Multiple Defensive Levels Across Latest Two-Round 2026 Mock Draft
ESPN's Mel Kiper Jr. released his latest two-round mock draft one week away from the 2026 festivities, April 23-25. Cornerback and safety have been the two most popular picks for Cincinnati at No.
Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / April 16
Cincinnati Bengals Under Fire for Bold $60 Million Offseason Signing
The Cincinnati Bengals came into the offseason in desperate need of adding to their defense. A unit that's been so bad over the last few years that the offense hasn't been able to carry the team back to the Super Bowl.
NFL News / A to Z Sports / April 16
2026 NFL mock drafts are starting to go all in one direction with the Cincinnati Bengals’ first-round pick
The 2026 NFL Draft is only a week away. Most mock drafts from major figureheads have the Cincinnati Bengals taking LSU cornerback Mansoor Delane with the No.
Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / April 16
Cincinnati's Center Depth Faces New Question
Last week, the Cincinnati Bengals made the move to move on from center Matt Lee after waiving the third-year player who was originally picked up by Cincinnati
Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / April 15
Cincinnati Bengals Bring in Final Top 30 Prospect in Unusual, Comedic Fashion
When the Cincinnati Bengals signed safety Bryan Cook and defensive end Boye Mafe to free agent contracts last month, they sent a private jet to pick them up and bring them to Paycor Stadium to sign their deals.
Orlando Brown News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / April 15
Orlando Brown Jr. Thinks Potential Bengals Draft Pick Will 'Transition Easily' At Next Level
Rueben Bain Jr. may be matching up with another junior on the Bengals soon. The Miami (FL) product is in play to get selected by Cincinnati at No. 10 in next week's 2026 NFL Draft, prompting a tape run through from current Bengals star offensive tackle Orlando Brown Jr.
Cincinnati Bengals News / Yardbarker / April 14
Bengals' Orlando Brown Jr. opens up about Joe Burrow trade rumors
Legitimate questions about Burrow's future in Cincinnati arose when he first mentioned in December 2025 that he needed "to have fun [playing] again."
Cincinnati Bengals News / NFL on ClutchPoints / April 13
Bengals’ bold predictions in 2026 NFL Draft
The Cincinnati Bengals’ strategy for the 2026 NFL Draft starts with a simple truth: standing still is just an option. This franchise has flirted with greatness and built around an elite quarterback and a battle-tested core.
Indiana Hoosiers News / Yardbarker / April 13
Why Fernando Mendoza may, may not be NFL's next Joe Burrow
Those associated with the Raiders would likely be thrilled if Mendoza follows in Burrow's footsteps.
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