Chatterbox Bengals: A Cincinnati Bengals NFL Podcast

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.

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.

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.

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.

Reid and Craig talk about the proposition of the Bengals selecting LSU All-American Mansoor Delane in the draft. 

Craig and Reid are back. This time, discussing the Bengals taking Rueben Bain Jr. with the 10th overall pick. 

Reid Maus and Craig Sandlin break down the candidacy of Caleb Downs to be the pick for the Bengals at pick 10. They break down his draft profile including his strengths, weaknesses, and what their reaction would be to Downs being the pick for the Bengals at 10. 

Craig and Reid discuss the prospect of the Bengals drafting Sonny Styles with the #10 overall pick.