Bengals Make History in 2026 Draft

0:00It's April 24th. This is NFL News Today, your AI-powered source for everything in FL. The 2026 NFL Draft is underway, and the Cincinnati Bengals are making history without a first-round pick for the first time since 1989. They shipped off the 10th overall selection to the New York Giants in exchange for star defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence, a move that's already beefing up their line, that leads their first chance to build at number 41 in round 2, though they could wheel and deal to climb higher before the first wraps up. Fans and analysts are buzzing about the pressure, since the Bengals have missed the playoffs for three straight seasons and need this class to spark a turn around. They roll in with seven total picks, including two in the sixth round and two more in the seventh, so every selection counts big time. With Lawrence anchoring the defense, since he's eyeing those mid-round steals to push them back into contention, should be a draft to watch and fold.