Bengals draft Brian Parker II to bolster offensive line depth
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 4, 2026, 10:30 AM
Last updated Jun 4, 2026
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.
- •Parker played over 2,300 snaps at Duke, showcasing position flexibility.
- •He allowed only 10 pressures and zero sacks in 2024.
- •Parker recorded 83.4 pass blocking and 83.9 run blocking grades in 2025.
- •He was selected 189th overall, seen as a potential draft steal.
- •The Bengals retain their current starting five offensive linemen.
- 10:30 AMYahoo Sports — Bengals Rookie Spotlight: Brian Parker II
"The Bengals bring home the St. Xavier alum.
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