Cincinnati Bengals Talk

The 2026 NFL Draft is almost here, and the Cincinnati Bengals should be feeling the pressure to nail the 10th pick on Day 1.

Should they trade up for a difference-maker? Trade back to gain more picks? Or stay put at No. 10 and trust the board?

James Rapien and Andrew Fox Miller break down every scenario and what makes the most sense for a team firmly in a Super Bowl window in the Joe Burrow era. Plus, thoughts on the top pre-draft visits, including intriguing names like Rueben Bain Jr. and Jeremiyah Love, and what they could reveal about the Bengals’ strategy. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com

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The Cincinnati Bengals brought in Rueben Bain Jr. for a pre-draft visit, but will concerns about him keep them from taking him at No. 10 overall?

James Rapien shares the latest on Bain, including off-field concerns stemming from a 2024 incident that recently made headlines. Plus, James breaks down what makes Bain a top prospect, including his elite production and positional versatility.

Where does Bain really stand on the Bengals’ board? And could these concerns actually cause him to fall right into their lap at No. 10?

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The Cincinnati Bengals continue stacking pre-draft visits, and this latest group might reveal their mindset...

With Miami pass rusher Rueben Bain Jr. - a projected top-10 talent - visiting Cincinnati, along with Texas Tech linebacker Jacob Rodriguez, the Bengals are clearly doing their homework on top defensive playmakers ahead of the 2026 NFL Draft.

Andrew Fox Miller breaks down the strengths, concerns, and what these visits could signal about Cincinnati’s draft strategy. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com

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The NFL Draft is just two weeks away, and there’s one clear goal for the Cincinnati Bengals at pick No. 10…

James Rapien breaks down why drafting for need could be a mistake, and why the Bengals MUST focus on landing a high-end player, no matter the position.

Plus, James reacts to the surprising release of Matt Lee and what it means for the offensive line, center depth, and overall draft strategy. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com

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The Cincinnati Bengals still have major defensive needs. Should they go ALL IN to fix them?

James Rapien and Andrew Fox Miller break down a potential blockbuster scenario: Trading for Giants star defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence. What would it cost? Would the Bengals actually do it? And how would it impact the rest of the roster and future draft plans?

Plus, the guys ranks a group of NFL Draft prospects many Bengals fans know very well: Ohio State Buckeyes. From Caleb Downs to Sonny Styles and more, they debate which Buckeye would be the best fit in Cincinnati at No. 10 overall. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com

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The Cincinnati Bengals are hosting Notre Dame running back Jeremiyah Love for a pre-draft visit, and it could signal something much bigger than just due diligence. Could the Bengals really take a running back with the 10th overall pick? James Rapien breaks down the latest ahead of the 2026 NFL Draft. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com

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The Cincinnati Bengals made two free agency moves by signing Kyle Dugger and Ja’Sir Taylor. What does this mean for the 2026 NFL Draft?

James Rapien breaks down how these additions impact Cincinnati’s secondary, what it means for key prospects like Caleb Downs, and why the Bengals may now be in position to truly go best player available at pick 10.

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The Cincinnati Bengals may have a new option on the board at No. 10.

After a standout Pro Day, Tennessee CB Jermod McCoy is quickly rising up draft boards and could now be firmly in the mix for Cincinnati in the first round. James Rapien breaks down what his emergence means for the Bengals, how it impacts other top targets, and whether cornerback is more in play than fans think.

Plus, what Zac Taylor’s latest comments reveal about the linebacker positio, and how the Bengals could approach it in the 2026 NFL Draft.

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The Cincinnati Bengals made major moves in free agency, but which one was the most important so far? 

James Rapien and Andrew Fox Miller review the biggest decisions of the Bengals’ offseason, including the additions of Bryan Cook, Boye Mafe, and Jonathan Allen, plus the return of Dalton Risner and Joe Flacco. Flacco signed a one-year deal, which sparks a debate over whether or not the money should have been spent on a key piece on defense. Plus, Trey Hendrickson's generosity towards a former Cincinnati teammate made headlines, despite Hendrickson's move to Baltimore in free agency. Finally, an update on our March Madness bracket, where Bengals fan Dan Hurley and the UConn Huskies crushed Andrew's championship hopes. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com

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The Cincinnati Bengals have the 10th overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, and there is one simple rule that needs to be followed...

James Rapien issues his annual PSA concerning the Bengals' draft philosophy: Draft players, not positions. It's time to break down how the Bengals have approached recent drafts, and what it really takes to land a true impact player. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com

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