Chatterbox Bengals: A Cincinnati Bengals NFL Podcast

GRADING the Cincinnati Bengals 2026 NFL Draft! | Chatterbox Bengals | Live Reaction, Analysis

Craig Sandlin and Stone Shields give their grades for every move the Cincinnati Bengals made during the 2026 NFL Draft and their overall grade on the class! The Cincinnati Bengals entered the 2026 NFL Draft without a first-round pick after trading the No. 10 overall selection to the New York Giants for star defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence. This aggressive preseason move upgraded the interior defensive line immediately, setting the tone for an offseason focused on bolstering a defense that ranked near the bottom of the league in 2025 (second-worst total defense and third-worst scoring defense). With seven picks remaining, the Bengals prioritized pass rush, secondary depth, and offensive line/tight end support for quarterback Joe Burrow. The resulting class earned strong reviews.

Bengals Solidify Draft with Jack Endries and Landon Robinson in 7th Round | Live Reaction, Analysis

Craig Sandlin breaks down the Bengals day 3 draft picks with a focus on round 7 picks Jack Endries and Landon Robinson! The Cincinnati Bengals finalized their 2026 NFL Draft class by focusing on high-upside value and positional depth in the seventh round, selecting Texas tight end Jack Endries (No. 221 overall) and Navy defensive tackle Landon Robinson (No. 226 overall). These picks aimed to bolster Joe Burrow’s offensive weaponry and add disruptive energy to the defensive line, respectively.

Bengals make BEST PICK of entire '26 Draft, pick Brian Parker, OL, Duke in 6th round | Live Reaction

Craig Sandlin breaks down the Cincinnati Bengals selection of Brian Parker II, an offensive lineman from Duke, with the 189th overall pick in the sixth round of the 2026 NFL Draft. The selection represents a homecoming for Parker, a Cincinnati native who played high school football at St. Xavier.

Colbie Young set to TAKE THE TOP OFF for Cincinnati Bengals as 4th round draft pick | Live Reaction

Craig Sandlin and Andrew Collinsworth discuss the Bengals 4th round draft pick, 140 overall, Colbie Young, WR, Georgia. The Cincinnati Bengals bolstered their receiving corps in the fourth round of the 2026 NFL Draft, selecting Georgia wide receiver Colbie Young with the 140th overall pick. Standing at 6-foot-4 and 218 pounds, Young represents a high-upside developmental addition for a Cincinnati offense looking to add depth behind stars Ja’Marr Chase and Tee Higgins.

Cincinnati Bengals add Center of the Future, CONNOR LEW, with 4th round draft pick | Live Reaction

Craig Sandlin and Andrew Collinsworth discuss the Bengals 4th round draft pick, Connor Lew. In a move aimed at bolstering their interior offensive line depth, the Cincinnati Bengals selected Auburn center Connor Lew in the fourth round of the 2026 NFL Draft. Considered a highly technical and intelligent center, Lew brings extensive SEC experience to Cincinnati, having broken into the starting lineup as a true freshman and starting 25 games over his three-year career with the Tigers. This selection aligns with the Bengals’ strategy to fortify the trenches in front of Joe Burrow, ensuring long-term stability and contingency for their offensive line.

CB TACARIO DAVIS drafted by the Cincinnati Bengals at pick 72 overall in 2026 NFL Draft | Analysis

Craig Sandlin and Andrew Collinsworth break down the surprising pick by the Cincinnati Bengals when they selected CB, Tacario Davis with the 72nd overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft. The guys discuss Davis' athletic profile and his lack of significant production at the collegiate level. They also discuss how he fits into the Bengals and why he was the pick over Jermod McCoy.

Cincinnati Bengals Select CASHIUS HOWELL 41st overall in 2026 NFL Draft | Instant Reaction, Analysis

Craig Sandlin and Stone Shields break down the Bengals selection of Texas A&M Edge Cashius Howell with the 41st overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft. They discuss his collegiate stats, film breakdown, and his former teammate Shemar Stewart. Additionally, look ahead to some names that could be intriguing to the Bengals in the 3rd round.

BREAKING NEWS: Dexter Lawrence to Cincinnati Bengals! BLOCKBUSTER trade ahead of NFL Draft!

The Chatterbox Bengals crew breaks down the Bengals acquisition for DT Dexter Lawrence. Cincinnati sent the New York Giants the 10th overall pick in the upcoming NFL draft in exchange for Lawrence. The gang reacts to the trade, what it means for Dexter Lawrence, and the signal it sends to the team and the entire NFL.