ArmyBengal

Can he play guard? LMAO !!!

I think everyone can agree that the interior of the o-line is a need. AMPHAR, I don't think anyone is suggesting the Bengals "reach" for a guard, but some specificity may be helpful. I don't think any round would be considered a reach if they choose a guard. However, it may not be wise to select a guard over another position of need, such as defensive end, if there is a higher rated defensive end to take when they go on the clock. In that instance, NO, don't reach. However, I don't think anyone is saying that. Can this team win a Super Bowl right now? Could this team have a highly ranked offense? Can they score points and rack up yards? The answer to all of those questions is, of course they "could". My thought is that if that happens, it would be in spite of the interior o-line play because they are one of the worst in the entire league. The fact is, this team has done all of those things to this point IN SPITE of the IOL, not because of them. Yes, Burrow, Chase, Tee and the others are that good. Again, sacks are a concern and you yourself has stated that cannot continue. The IOL is the main culprit to that issue. Why on earth would they not address that concern? It's not media sensationalism and the sky is not falling. It's simply acknowledging we are working with one of the worst units in the league and they should try to improve that. If they are successful in doing that, what MORE could this offense be capable of? Put me in the camp that wants to find out.

Austin Hays getting healthy again doesn’t hurt either. If he can get back to his All-Star form and the batting improves, this could be a fun team moving forward. Its the Reds though, so who knows?

I'm looking at the guards in and of themselves. Did the offense do well because of them or in spite of them? The offense may or may not perform in the top 10, but what about the o-line as a whole? The offense finished just in the top 10 last year, but the o-line was damn near the bottom. I don't view what Volson and Cappa did last year and apply that to what Volson and Ford will look like this year. Ford is markedly worse than Cappa and Cappa was one of the worst pass blocking guards in the league last season. You yourself AMPHAR have noted, more than I mention linebackers, how this unit cannot keep giving up sacks at the rate they continue to do so. The o-line gave up 48 sacks and the guards gave up 19 of those. Again, when looking to improve the roster, to ignore a bottom of the league unit is just not smart. If you at least continue to make an effort to improve the o-line (and do so) how does that impact the offense? Considering the money spent on the offense, isn't that a smart thing to consider? My point is, while I don't think the o-line world is falling, you cannot ignore what is one of the worst o-lines in the league when you have the skilled position players we pay. The guards aren't the only ones I mention, although they are the most glaring. An OT capable of playing OG for a season or two would be welcomed.

My favorite thing to watch with the o-line is seeing a guy they start all season long get cut. You would expect a "starter" to at least get looked at by other teams, but that's not what happens. Our "starters" get cut and then never play in the league again. Not brought in to start, not to be a back up, not the practice squad, but out of the league. Is that an over exaggeration? Sure, but not by much...

I will also add that, like any other position, if they don't address it, it's not the end of the world. However, you don't ignore an obvious weakness when you have the chance to improve it.

#1. Can they line up what they have at OG and play? #2. Can they think Super Bowl while lining up with what they have at OG? As to #1... Yes they can, but when looking at how shitty Ford and Volson are, I'm not in favor of that approach. As to #2... They can think that all day long if they so desire. I simply disagree. Ford and Volson are both below average OG's by any standard, not some PFF crap either. If the process is about improving the roster through the draft, look for what gives you the most bang for the buck. Just world according to ArmyBengal, but DE, OG, LB are my top three. They have 6 picks. There's no way you can look at the OG's on this roster and think, "Yeah, we are good there". If you do, cool. Again, I disagree. They suck ass.

I could see a trade for Trey being capable of happening during the draft, but I don't see the Bengals pulling that off. It's just not something I could see them doing. I would bet they will just stick to their guns with Trey and force the issue. I'm not saying that's good or bad, but a draft day trade which includes a high profile player? Not something I see happening.

The idea of starting Ford and Volson scares the shit out of me. I could handle Volson if there was someone markedly better than him playing on the other side, but that's not the case with Ford. Ford is pretty much a shit show and regardless of how you view him, was a much below average OG when given the opportunity last season. Volson gave up more sacks than Ford did as well. If Lucas Patrick can play up to par and start over Ford, that would be a plus as well, but there simply isn't anyone else with any type of experience that you can hang your hat on and say, "We are good there". Kirkland? Maybe the guy from all those years ago that once was viewed as a top end player before getting hurt. Not today. I'm not commenting on the OG position because it's just a hot topic among reporters, but because they suck. WHY NOT SCHERFF ??

I will root for whatever really. If they went DE, RB and OG in the first three rounds, it wouldn't be the end of the world. Jeanty? I really don't like his game at all. Not quite certain what it is, but I really don't like considering him. Like at all.

Again, if the question is do I like Judkins or any other skilled position player early on, the answer is/may be YES. However, I do not think those positions should be a priority over the needs the Bengals have unless someone ungodly just happens to fall. Maybe if the needs weren't SO glaring you could justify going in a different direction, but I don't view that as the case at this point. I mean take a look at the OG's on the roster currently. Volson and Ford are your starters if the season started today. I'm in full on hate mode with both of those guys. They are depth at best. Then there are the guys listed as depth behind the guys I don't think are worth more than depth in Kirkland and Patrick. If that isn't a early round need, I don't know what is. Now some may say that DE may or may not be a need, but with no certainly regarding Trey, it's a HUGE need. Couple that with a bunch of unknowns regarding depth and Ossai taking over for Hubbard and I'm no where near content there. Of course I'm going to bring up linebackers because what about Pratt? Is he staying, is he going? Do we even want him to stick around? What about the depth? Does the additional of Oren Burks move the needle for you much? This is a need for me as well. Then there's reports about safety and God knows I love Emannwori. If they were to take him in the first and follow that up with Judkins in the 2nd, this draft and the 2025 season could be in a lot of trouble by ignoring the OG and DE spots early. I may be wrong, but that's where I am.

OT Josh Simmons is a 1st rounder. OG Donovan Jackson is a 2nd, maybe 1st. OC Seth McLaughlin probably goes in the 4th or 5th. Pretty solid for sure. Don’t let that fool you with those RB’s though. Both Judkins and Henderson are above average. Not just my homer Buckeye stance either.

Dude I love Judkins. He was a beast playing at Ole Miss and then he transferred to Ohio State. I would have no issues with Judkins in the least, but my gripe would be, “At the expense of what position?”. From looking at that scenario we draft a Safety, RB and DT. That’s two massive holes needing to be filled at OG and DE. That’s not to say they couldn’t go that route in the 4th and 5th but always thought those would be the priority. I like Omar-Norton Lott, but there are more athletic DT’s later in the draft that would equally excite me. Something to think about when it comes to Judkins is, he put up over 1000 yards rushing, had 14 TD’s and tacked on another 161 yards and two more TD’s receiving the ball. He did that while having TreVeyon Henderson almost mirror his stats. Speaks highly of both of them. Speaks enough to not address OG or DE earlier? Thats another question.

Torn labrums aren’t the easiest to overcome quickly either and being a linebacker who has to tackle makes me worry about reinjury. If the team is sold on his recovery time frame, Campbell is an above average linebacker. However, we need impact this year from whomever they take in the first round.

Love the linebacker talk. I was all in on Campbell at #17 until his shoulder surgery that has him out 6-8 months. That’s a shame. There are some other guys out there I like later on and wouldn’t mind an add there at some point. Danny Stutsman out of Oklahoma is one I have my eye on and wouldn’t mind in the least. Hard to say what’s going on with Pratt. He seems all butthurt about Lou being shown the door. Be a pro, get over it and go play ball. Quit being a whiner.

This makes my head hurt. I might think I can do better, but really don't want the headache of finding out. I have enough stress in my life without creating more. Hope it works out.

I caught them out of the gate and am waiting for more from them. If you liked, check out some more. Their songs are really short, but brutal. "On the Verge" is different and heavy at the same time.

Well, in my age I completely forgot I posted that, let alone asking your thoughts. Yes, great for working out for sure. The stepdad, Rick comment is priceless.

I have multiple pot holes I'd liked fixed on the road close to my house. I'm pretty sure I saw a Wal Mart semi truck fall in there, along with a family of 5 in a Chrysler mini van. Then again, a man was driving the mini van, so that might have been intentional. Disregard. Poor Wal Mart truck.

Speaking of good news, apparently Myles Murphy stopped eating Cap'n Crunch cereal for breakfast. He's in the best shape of his life. The Cap'n will steal your soul if you aren't careful. We've battled quite a bit. I heard he was related to.... dare I say his name ??? (Rookie Pool)

I really like Savaiinaea and would love to see him be the pick in the 2nd. Absolutely no issue there. However, when listening to the coaches speak it's seems like they want an OT that can move inside for a couple of years. If that's what they are really looking for and the 2nd round is the target, a guy like Aireontae Ersery makes sense. I don't have a read one way or another just considering what's been said to this point.

Nothing says "Steward of taxpayer dollars" like giving more to billionaires.

Yeah, injuries and all play into that as well and will have to see how it plays out. Last year they opened 2024 with 10 D-linemen, 4 DE's and 6 DT's. It also helps when 1-2 of them are capable of taking snaps at both positions. 5 sounds about right, but depth will be needed. Another reason I would prefer a DT later in the draft process.

Well they did lose/dump Tufele and Rankins and then added Slaton. BJ Hill was brought back back doesn’t count in the add/subtract equation. That being the case they need to add another DT for depth if nothing else. Not sure drafting a DT indicates much about their current roster. Personally I’d rather then wait until the 4th round and take a guy like Rylie Mills, the DT from Notre Dame. Not just because of Golden but because I think he’s a solid player that is flying under the radar.

I read that as well. Just think it was worth mentioning. In a handful of months, he will be gone again. Good luck young man ??