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Cincinnati Bengals NFL Draft Conference Calls: Hear From All Six Picks!

The Bengals added six players to their roster in the 2025 NFL Draft. They picked Shemar Stewart in round one, followed by Demetrius Knight Jr. and Dylan Fairchild on day two.

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2025 NFL Draft Bengals Recap: OBI

John and Anthony recap the weekend’s festivities for the Bengals and talk about how their roster is shaping up with the newest additions. The big weekend in Green Bay has officially concluded and the crop of newest Bengals players has been unveiled.

Cincinnati Bengals News / A to Z Sports / April 27

Bengals sign exceptionally athletic undrafted free agent without sacrificing an offseason roster space to fit him

The Cincinnati Bengals expanded their undrafted free agency class by going across the pond. Dante Barnet, a defensive tackle prospect from Birmingham, England, is signing a UDFA contract with the Bengals as part of the NFL's International Player Pathway (IPP) program.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / April 27

Cincinnati Bengals Make Questionable Decision in First Round of 2025 NFL Draft

With the 17th pick of the 2025 NFL Draft, the Cincinnati Bengals selected Shemar Stewart out of Texas A&M. The pick was certainly a lightning rod for conversation among both the fan base and draft pundits alike.

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The 'No. 1 overall pick in the NFL Draft' quiz

How many of the No. 1 overall picks from the NFL Draft since 1966 can you name in six minutes?

The 'QB's taken in the 2024 NFL Draft' quiz

The 'Last QB taken in the first round of the NFL draft by team' quiz

The 'Most touchdown passes in an NFL season' quiz

Cincinnati Bengals News / Last Word On Sports / April 27

Cincinnati Bengals 2025 Draft Grades

The Cincinnati Bengals went into the weekend needing help boosting their defense after it was exposed last season. Now that the dust has settled from the NFL Draft in Green Bay, it seems the orange and black understood the assignment with their six picks.

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Ranking all 32 of the NFL's current QB situations

With an established top tier and some young options revealing themselves last season, here is a look at where clubs' QB depth charts stand. Contracts and long-term outlooks do not factor in here; these rankings apply only to 2025 on-field capabilities.

Insider shares big Brock Purdy update ahead of start of offseason program

Did latest development change Steelers' opinion of Aaron Rodgers?

Former GM, NFL insider warn Steelers about Rodgers after latest comments

Browns' Joe Flacco discusses when teams should play young quarterbacks

Three potential landing spots for Eagles TE Dallas Goedert

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincy Jungle / April 27

Your daily Bengals trivia game: Sunday Edition

Think you can figure out which Bengals player we’re talking about? You’ll get five clues to figure him out in our new guessing game! Hey Bengals fans! We’re back for another day of the Cincy Jungle in-5 daily trivia game.

NFL Draft News

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Don't be stunned if these five UDFAs make their teams

Don't be stunned if these five undrafted free agents make their teams

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Son of Falcons assistant coach behind Shedeur Sanders prank call

Seahawks GM had awkward response to Jalen Milroe comment

Cincinnati Bengals News / Stripe Hype / April 27

Grading every Bengals 2025 draft pick (with 1 bold prediction for each)

The Cincinnati Bengals got the memo after a brutal end to the 2024 season, and they spent most of their premium capital in the 2025 NFL Draft on their two biggest areas of need.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / April 27

Major Outlets Give Bengals Rough Grades For 2025 NFL Draft Class

The Bengals's 2025 NFL Draft is complete with six picks added to the roster entering May, split evenly between offense and defense. Round 1 • (Pick 17) • EDGE Shemar Stewart Round 2 • 49) • LB Demetrius Knight Jr.

NFL News / Cincy Jungle / April 26

Bengals snag Big Ten long snapper and ACC standout as UDFAs

The Bengals continue to make splashes in undrafted free agent signings. Undrafted free agents are easy to root for as they make their way through offseason workouts, training camp, and the preseason.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Field Level Media / April 26

Grading the Bengals' draft

Cincinnati Bengals Grade: B- Best Pick: Edge Shemar Stewart, No. 17 Overall What We Liked: Stewart has an impressive physical profile that should pair well with Trey Hendrickson coming off the line.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincy Jungle / April 26

Grading the Bengals’ entire 2025 draft class

Grading every pick the Bengals made to go with a cumulative grade. The 2025 NFL Draft is in the books, and the Cincinnati Bengals have added six new players to their roster.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / April 26

Injuries helped Bengals sign two undrafted free agents who had strong chances of being picked in the 2025 NFL Draft

The Cincinnati Bengals didn't have a seventh-round draft pick at their disposal this year, which gave them a full round of the 2025 NFL Draft to prepare for college free agency.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Stripe Hype / April 26

Bengals make biggest signing possible immediately after 2025 NFL Draft

The Cincinnati Bengals had themselves a solid draft that headlines Shemar Stewart, who they drafted in the first round to pair with Trey Hendrickson. They split evenly on both sides of the ball, trying to create a balance for both the offense and defense.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / April 26

NFL Draft Takeaways: Three Thoughts on Cincinnati Bengals' 2025 NFL Draft Class

The Bengals added six players to their roster in the 2025 NFL Draft. Did they get it right? Will these guys make an instant impact? Did they plug enough holes on their roster to become a legitimate Super Bowl contender once again?

NFL News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / April 26

Pass Protection Boost One of Biggest Themes of Bengals 2025 Draft Class

CINCINNATI – Several themes coursed through the 2025 draft for the Cincinnati Bengals – maturity, versatility and the sweetest chords of all to Joe Burrow’s ears, pass protection.

Cincinnati Bengals News / A to Z Sports / April 26

Bengals 2025 NFL Draft Class: All six picks Cincinnati made to bolster needs all over the roster

Six new players are joining the Cincinnati Bengals from the 2025 NFL Draft. An average Bengals draft class typically involves more than just six picks,

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / April 26

'Let's Get Jumpstarted' - Al Golden Highlights Instant Learning For Bengals Defensive Draft Picks

Al Golden and the Bengals are wasting no time getting the new defensive draft additions up to speed on the system. Cincinnati's defensive coordinator noted the team already sent first-round pick Shemar Stewart home with an iPad to start learning the ropes.

Cincinnati Bengals News / A to Z Sports / April 25

Joe Burrow gives Shemar Stewart an 8-word message after meeting the Bengals' newest NFL Draft pick

Drafting Shemar Stewart gives the Cincinnati Bengals someone who will look to sack the other quarterback in the game who's not Joe Burrow. There will be other tasks for Stewart to fulfill as a rookie, but getting after the opposing quarterback will garner the attention of many during his first season in Cincinnati.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Athlon Sports / April 25

Bengals Draft 'Most Polarizing' Edge In First Round

The Cincinnati Bengals have used their first-round selection in this NFL Draft on Texas A&M defensive end Shemar Stewart. ... who figures to help in maybe two ways.

Cincinnati Bengals News / A to Z Sports / April 25

Bengals Day 2 Mock Draft: Predicting how Cincinnati uses its second and third round picks in the 2025 NFL Draft

Shemar Stewart is the newest member of the Cincinnati Bengals. He'll be joined by two more fellow draftees later this evening during Day 2 of the 2025 NFL Draft. Cincinnati has several glaring needs that need attention.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Total Apex Sports / April 24

2025 NFL Draft Stunner: Cincinnati Bengals Pick Shemar Stewart

In a move that caught many people off guard, the Cincinnati Bengals chose Defensive End Shemar Stewart in the first round of the NFL Draft. Many expected the team to shore up their offensive line or go after another playmaker on offense.

Joe Burrow News / Stripe Hype / April 24

Bengals finally give Joe Burrow some help (but not the way you think)

When the Bengals drafted Shemar Stewart with the 17th overall pick on Thursday night, everyone's mind rushed to the same thing: hope Trey Hendrickson enjoys Indianapolis.

Cincinnati Bengals News / 5 GOATs / April 24

Cincinnati Bengals select Shemar Stewart in first round of 2025 NFL Draft

Texas A&M defensive lineman Shemar Stewart has been selected by the Cincinnati Bengals in the first round of the 2025 NFL Draft. He was taken with the 17th overall pick in the draft.

Cincinnati Bengals News / NFL on ClutchPoints / April 24

Ranking 10 greatest Cincinnati Bengals of all time

These days, the Cincinnati Bengals are synonymous with star quarterback Joe Burrow who led them to a recent Super Bowl appearance. And they hope to return to the playoffs after a couple disappointing seasons.

Cincinnati Bengals News / NFL on ClutchPoints / April 24

Bengals rumors: Matt Miller reveals what source told him Cincinnati must do in draft

The Cincinnati Bengals locked up wideouts Ja’Marr Chase and Tee Higgins on four-year extensions this offseason. With Joe Burrow already signed to a five-year, $275 million extension, the Bengals opted to keep their star-powered offensive core together long term.