Cincinnati Bengals NFL Draft 2026 pick tracker: Grades, fits and scouting reports

The Cincinnati Bengals enter the 2026 NFL Draft on April 23 with seven picks over the three-day draft.The Bengals moved out of the first round when they dealt the No. 10 pick to the New York Giants for Pro Bowl defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence the weekend before the draft. Their first pick will come in the second round on Friday at No. 41. Adding Lawrence addressed a major need in the middle that had been high on the priority list for the draft. There are still plenty of draft needs, particularly on defense, where Cincinnati can bolster its linebackers, add to the cornerback room and build offensive line depth, possibly adding a needed swing tackle.