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Bengals News (1/16): Mock Draft Roundup

Bengals 2026 Mock Draft Roundup 1.0
“Bain Jr. is an explosive, violent edge rusher with rare power and bend, capable of turning the corner from wide alignments and overwhelming tackles with speed-to-power. He wins with a deep arsenal of pass-rush moves — from bull rushes to inside counters — and plays with exceptional contact balance and hand usage to shed blocks both as a rusher and run defender. Relentlessly disruptive and highly explosive off the snap, Bain consistently collapses pockets, sets a firm edge and makes impact plays from whistle to whistle.”

AFC North Reflections: Mike Tomlin, John Harbaugh And The Bengal Who Faced Them More Than Anyone
The Ravens let Harbaugh go after 18 seasons. On Tuesday, Tomlin left the Steelers after 19 seasons. On Wednesday, Lewis reflected on the toughest, tightest and most memorable games he ever had in his 16 seasons coaching in Cincinnati in the NFL’s version of demolition derby.

Duke Tobin, Zac Taylor Break Silence on Trey Hendrickson’s Future With the Bengals
“I don’t know what the future holds for Trey. Those are discussions that we’re going to have to have ongoing,” Tobin said. “He’s one of a number of free agents that we have that we’ll have to decide how we’re going to go forward with. But pass rush is king, and you always need to be layering in pass rushers. It can develop from within your team, and I think we’ve seen some of that start to develop from within our team. And then I think we need to find some from external sources, as well.”

Bengals get an early ‘perfect’ 2026 NFL draft scenario
“The Bengals selected one of the best run-defending edge rushers in the first round of last year’s draft in Shemar Stewart and could now target the best pass rusher in this year’s class, Bailey. He led all FBS defenders in PFF overall grade (93.1), PFF pass-rush grade (93.9), pressures (81) and sacks (15).”

Former NFL General Manager Drops Unpopular Opinion About Bengals Head Coach Zac Taylor
“I mean he’s one of the most successful coaches in organization history and we’re talking about an organization that hadn’t had much winning.” Carthon said. “At least Zac has taken these guys to a couple deep runs in the playoffs including a Super Bowl appearance.”

Source: https://www.cincyjungle.com/cincinnati-bengals-news/184919/bengals-news-1-16-mock-draft-roundup

 

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Bengals land top pass rusher in latest mock draft

It is no secret that going into the offseason, the Cincinnati Bengals’ primary focus should be finding ways to revamp this defensive unit as quickly as possible.

Assuming the Bengals bring back Dalton Risner, the offense will be a carbon copy in 2026 and has shown no signs of struggling to score points the past few years.

On the other hand, the defense needs to find that 2021 energy that helped lead them to the Super Bowl, followed by an AFC Championship appearance in 2022.

In order to do that, this unit desperately needs some high energy leaders to take charge (like DJ Turner) next season.

With it officially being mock draft season in Cincinnati, the Athletic’s Dane Brugler posted a fresh mock draft that most Bengals fans will likely enjoy.

In the mock draft, the Bengals land one of the top pass rushers in this upcoming draft and this guy comes with production at the college level….

Brugler has the Bengals selecting Miami’s Reuben Bain Jr. in the first round with both Trey Hendrickson and Joseph Ossai likely hitting the free agent market this offseason.

This would be a massive pick up for the Bengals pass rush alongside Myles Murphy, something that they have struggled with for the past few years.

Source: https://www.cincyjungle.com/cincinn...als-land-top-pass-rusher-in-latest-mock-draft

 

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Bengals News (1/16): Saturday NFL Playoffs news and discussion

Bengals News​

Bengals 2026 Mock Draft Roundup 1.0

The 2026 NFL Draft will take place in April, and the Bengals will have the 10th pick in the first round.

Ki-Jana Carter, Peter Warrick members of new College Football Hall of Fame class

The National Football Foundation & College Hall of Fame announced the 2026 College Football Hall of Fame Class on Wednesday, Jan. 14 and four former Cincinnati Bengals are among the inductees.

Dante Moore’s decision may cost the Bengals one of their top NFL Draft targets

Its giving flashbacks to Billy Price and Frank Ragnow

Possible Bengals Replacement for Dan Pitcher Receiving Interest From Multiple Teams

Brian Callahan could be an offensive coordinator in the near future. Will it be in Cincinnati?

Bengals’ top free agent they can’t afford to lose isn’t a shocker

All signs, including recent reporting, hint at a final goodbye between the Cincinnati Bengals and Trey Hendrickson this offseason.

NFL News​

NFL Divisional Round bold predictions: Rams and Bears produce highest-scoring playoff game ever

NFL.com analysts provide one bold prediction for the Divisional Round.

Biggest question for every team left in the NFL playoffs: Can the Broncos overcome Bo Nix’s inconsistency?

The biggest weakness each of the league’s final eight clubs must overcome

Big Picture: Houston Native Rod Wright Sparks Dominant Texans Defensive Front

The Houston Texans have arguably the best defense in the NFL, and the man in charge of their defensive front knows well the talent he gets to work with every day.

NFL playoffs: Upset keys, X factors in divisional round games

The divisional round of the NFL playoffs is here, and we have four great matchups.

Report: Giants, John Harbaugh are “working through organizational and operational issues”

The Giants and John Harbaugh are close to a deal. Unless they aren’t.

Source: https://www.cincyjungle.com/cincinn...incinnati-first-rounders-get-college-hof-nods

 

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Sunday NFL Playoff News and Discussion

Bengals News​

AFC North Reflections: Mike Tomlin, John Harbaugh And The Bengal Who Faced Them More Than Anyone

Nobody coached more games against Mike Tomlin and John Harbaugh than Marvin Lewis. The Bengals’ longest-serving head coach has made sure he reached out to both.

It’s early, but mock drafts are already locking the Bengals into one prospect

David Bailey is becoming the inevitable Bengals pick in early mock drafts.

Bengals predicted to target Joey Bosa, others in free agency

The Cincinnati Bengals might be major players in free agency this offseason.

Zac Taylor and the Bengals are now under even more pressure to win in 2026 following latest NFL coaching change

Bengals head coach Zac Taylor stands alone in a way no one could’ve expected entering 2026.

Former NFL General Manager Drops Unpopular Opinion About Bengals Head Coach Zac Taylor

An interesting point of view.

NFL News​

3-Round 2026 NFL Mock Draft: Raiders, Jets, Browns, and more select QBs as one surprise team reaches for Trinidad Chambliss

Dante Moore’s return to school has NFL Draft boards shuffling since Ty Simpson and Trinidad Chambliss look like only worthy starters after Fernando Mendoza

Broncos QB Bo Nix suffers broken ankle in win over Bills, will miss rest of season

Denver Broncos quarterback Bo Nix suffered a broken ankle in Saturday’s 33-30 Divisional Round win over the Buffalo Bills and will miss the rest of the postseason, head coach Sean Payton told reporters.

Falcons hire Kevin Stefanski: Former Browns coach takes over in Atlanta in Matt Ryan’s first major move

The Falcons choose Stefanski as they look to snap an eight-year playoff drought

2025 NFL AFC, NFC Title Odds: Patriots, Seahawks Favored to Make Big Game

At this point in the NFL season, only a few teams have the privilege of even seeing their name on an oddsboard.

Bills miffed by officials’ ruling on pivotal INT in OT loss

Buffalo Bills coach Sean McDermott sat by his locker after Saturday night’s playoff loss to the Denver Broncos, watching the same play about 20 times.

Source: https://www.cincyjungle.com/cincinnati-bengals-news/184934/sunday-nfl-playoff-news-and-discussion

 

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Amarius Mims wants Dalton Risner back

For as long as Joe Burrow has been in the NFL, the Cincinnati Bengals have been trying to get their offensive line right. From band-aid tackles to what seems like a revolving door of guards, the better part of the last six years has left fans hoping for improvements in the offseason.

Despite Burrow missing time with a turf toe injury, the Bengals quietly had their best offensive line of the Burrow era. Ted Karras was a strong, reliable force in the middle, just as he’s always been. Dylan Fairchild gave us a lot to look forward to after his rookie year.

Despite getting older, Orlando Brown Jr. was solid overall on the left side. Former first-round pick Amarius Mims flashed All-Pro potential, especially late in the season. All four of those players are under contract in Cincinnati next season.

The one who isn’t? Guard Dalton Risner.

Risner was signed by the Bengals in late August before being forced into game action when Lucas Patrick went down with an injury in the season opener. Risner wasn’t quite in football shape yet, it would appear. He would move back to the bench in favor of rookie Jalen Rivers for a few weeks before making his way back into the starting lineup and not looking back.

When James Rapien asked Mims about his growth this year, he gave Risner tons of credit for his success. Mims made it extremely clear that he wants Risner back and even joked that he would sign him to the contract himself if he could.

"I'm gonna let the world know today, I want Dalton Risner back as my RG." #WhoDey

Amarius Mims gives a massive vote of confidence for Risner. pic.twitter.com/VjKcEKlPq8

— Enter the Jungle Show (@CinBengalsTalk) January 9, 2026

“I feel like he’s one of the best right guards in the NFL,” Mims said in the full conversation. “He’s helped my game tremendously. As you can see, once we step down beside each other, each week you can see us getting better and better beside each other. I fully stand behind him. I fully support him. I want him back. I want him to be my right guard next year. I won’t rest until he is my right guard next year.”

Mims also took to his personal Twitter account to vouch for his teammate.

need my guy @Dalton_Risner66 back!!!
We have unfinished business to take care of pic.twitter.com/FBK5Iwrgpc

— I S (@amarius_mims) January 5, 2026

Mims wants Risner back. The vast majority of fans do as well. It would make sense to have continuity on an offensive line that finally put it together for the 0ft-injured face of the franchise. But both sides have to want that to happen.

As far as Risner goes, he has also made it very clear that he wants to return to Cincinnati. He went as far as to say he hopes the Bengals reward him with a new contract before free agency in March.

This feels like a layup. The Bengals can appease their fans, appease their fanbase, and keep a quality player in their building, likely for a hometown discount (to an extent).

Time will tell if the two sides come to an agreement, but there certainly appears to be momentum for a deal to get done, something the two sides can make happen at any time.

Source: https://www.cincyjungle.com/cincinn.../184723/amarius-mims-wants-dalton-risner-back