Bengals draft Brian Parker II to bolster offensive line depth

The Cincinnati Bengals selected Brian Parker II with the 189th overall pick in the sixth round of the draft on June 4, 2026. Parker, a versatile offensive lineman from Duke, is expected to provide key depth along the line, projected to move inside to guard or center. Despite some decline in performance from the previous season, Parker still achieved impressive pass blocking and run blocking grades in 2025. His addition follows the Bengals' strategy of enhancing their offensive line through the draft, and he could vie for a starting position in 2027 if current starter Dalton Risner departs.

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