Bengals retool roster with nine former first-round draft picks
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 27, 2026, 9:30 AM
Last updated Jun 27, 2026
The Cincinnati Bengals are revitalizing their roster with a focus on defense ahead of the upcoming season. A notable addition is defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence, acquired from the New York Giants in a trade involving the No. 10 pick in the 2026 NFL Draft. Key players include quarterback Joe Burrow, a Pro Bowl selection, and wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase, who has surpassed 1,000 receiving yards in each of his five seasons. The team is looking to leverage this first-round talent to compete in the AFC.
- •Bengals acquired Dexter Lawrence from the Giants before the draft.
- •Joe Burrow has thrown for nearly 5,000 yards and 43 touchdowns in 2024.
- •Ja'Marr Chase recorded 1,708 receiving yards and 17 touchdowns in 2024.
- •Jonathan Allen brings experience after being signed from the Vikings.
- •Amarius Mims has started 30 games in two seasons.
- 9:30 AMYahoo Sports — Examining 9 former first-round picks currently on Bengals' roster
"A look at how first-round picks are doing on the Bengals right now.
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