Bengals Draft Blueprint: Linebackers & Corners

0:00It's April 6th. Welcome to NFL News Today, powered by AI. I'm Corey, with the story. The Cincinnati Bengals are gearing up for the 2026 NFL Draft, with eyes on fixing their linebacker woes and former offensive tackle. Andrew Whitworth is throwing his hat in a ring for a front-off as gig with the team. They just signed defensive studs like Jonathan Allen, Brian Cook, and Boy Mafe to shore up the back end, while bringing back Joe Flacco, as Joe. Burles back up quarterback once more. Earlier this week, they added Kyle Dugger and Jossier Taylor to the mix too. Fans and analysts are buzzing about the national media, finally catching on to Cincinnati's draft blueprint, especially with thin depth behind. Cornerbacks DJ Turner and Dax Hill. Who day nation would lose it if they ignore top linebacker prospects amid injuries to guys like Demetrius Night Jr. and Barra Carter. New buzz points to meetings with Kent Miss linebacker targets, including Ohio State Star, who racked up 69 tackles in 6.5 sex.

1:03Last year, earning first team all-American honors. They're also eyeing cornerback phenomenons like McCoy, for that perfect round one scenario. All this lines up to make the Bengals a team on the rise, stacking talent without much downside and listening to voices like Whitworth's.